Startup Sensations

Bulent Osman & Shelley Bays
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Welcome to The Startup Sensations Podcast, the weekly transatlantic business podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of startups from Both Sides of The Pond. Join us as we explore the stories, strategies, and successes from the most innovative startup founders, industry experts and active investors in North America, the UK and from around the world. The show is hosted from the UK by Bulent Osman, exited tech founder, and from the US by Shelley Bays, founder of three international advisory firms. From Silicon Valley to London's tech scene, they will bring you interviews with inspiring founders, investors and experts who are making waves in the startup world.   Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or just starting out, an investor, a sector service provider, or someone who is fascinated to learn more, The Startup Sensations Podcast has something informative and motivational for you.  Subscribe to this podcast on your favourite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode.  Email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Join our community on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn Page and watch video highlights on YouTube.

  1. 3일 전

    Old School vs AI: The Changing Face of SEO and Startup Marketing

    S6 Ep5 – Sam Dunning is a dynamic founder, B2B marketing specialist and host of the Breaking B2B podcast, joining us from the UK with a wealth of experience in SEO, content marketing and scaling tech agencies. In this episode, Sam shares his journey from web development to launching his own B2B agency, discussing the seismic shifts in online search, the rise of AI, and strategies for standing out in a crowded marketplace. He offers candid insights into the realities of starting and growing a business, from managing cash flow and building a lean, skilled team to navigating cross-Atlantic client expectations. Sam also explores the evolving balance between tech-driven solutions and the enduring value of traditional human connections in business. 🎙️ Key Topics: The impact of AI and LLMs on SEO and modern search behaviour Lessons learned from niching down and scaling a B2B agency Building and managing a small, effective team in a bootstrap startup Navigating cultural differences between UK, US, and international markets Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Sam Dunning - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samdunning/ Breaking B2B - https://www.breakingb2b.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    39분

  2. 9월 24일

    Navigating Startup Success and Female Founder Challenges in 2025

    S6 Ep4 – Hanim Dogan-Jain is a partner at Prime Advantage Capital Partners, as well as an  advisor, board member and passionate advocate for female founders. She has a rich international background spanning Europe, Africa, and Asia. In this compelling episode, Hanim shares her journey from humble beginnings in Turkey to entrepreneurial success and venture capital leadership. The conversation dives deep into the harsh realities of fundraising in today’s climate, the unique challenges faced by female founders, and the importance of impact-driven investment. Hanim offers candid insights, practical advice, and heartfelt anecdotes that highlight both the obstacles and opportunities in the startup ecosystem. 🎙️ Key Topics: Navigating the tough fundraising landscape for startups in 2025 Persistent gender disparities in startup funding and the lack of real progress for female founders The powerful influence of culture and international perspectives on entrepreneurship Practical advice for founders: knowing when and why to seek funding, and the value of asking for support Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube.  We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Hanim Dogan-Jain - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanim-doganjain/ Prime Advantage Capital Partners - https://pa-capitalpartners.com/ Hanim Dogan-Jain @ PA - https://pa-capitalpartners.com/partner-profiles/hanim-dogan-jain/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    38분

  3. 9월 9일

    AI Agents Beyond ChatGPT: Inside Farsight AI’s Startup Journey

    S6 Ep3 – Noah Faro and Samir Dutta are the dynamic co-founders behind Farsight AI, a cutting-edge startup at the forefront of “Agentic AI” for financial services. Alongside their third co-founder Kanal Tangri, they are reimagining how AI drives productivity in the world’s most traditional industries. In this thought-provoking episode, Noah and Samir share first-hand insights from building a pioneering technology business, delving into their journey from MIT friends to raising $16 million in Series A funding. The hosts explore Farsight’s mission to help financial professionals do more and better work, the evolving human-AI relationship, and the importance of ruthless prioritisation in startup life. The episode also tackles questions around AI’s impact on jobs, adoption in legacy industries, and the vital need for human oversight as intelligent agents become mainstream. 🎙️ Key Topics: How Farsight AI's proprietary agents go beyond ChatGPT to automate complex financial workflows The real impact of AI on junior and senior roles in financial services – disruption or opportunity? Strategic lessons in fundraising: building organic investor networks and perfecting your story The critical role of human training, oversight, and education to ensure safe AI implementation Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Farsight AI - https://www.farsight-ai.com/team Samir Dutta - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samir-dutta-106730107/ Noah Faro - https://www.linkedin.com/in/noahfaro/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    42분

  4. 8월 27일

    Mastering PR in the Age of AI: Modern PR Strategies for Startup Growth

    S6 Ep2 – Sarah Woodhouse is a dynamic PR strategist, co-owner and Director of Ambitious, a Bristol-based public relations agency in the UK renowned for supporting fast-growing businesses with strategic comms, content, and innovation-led campaigns. In this episode, Sarah shares her remarkable journey from launching her PR career in London to building an agency in Asia, scaling it across Greater China and Singapore, and returning to the UK to drive growth at Ambitious. She unpacks the evolution of PR in today’s digital and AI-driven world, offers invaluable insights into managing brand reputation, and explores the impact of culture, gender, and technology on the industry. The conversation also delves deep into the power of networking and storytelling for founders. 🎙️ Key Topics: How to craft measurable PR strategies for startup growth Navigating crisis communications and reputation management Embracing AI and the transformation of digital PR and content The influence of culture and women’s leadership in global business Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-j-woodhouse/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    42분

  5. 8월 13일

    From Wall Street to IPO: Scott Bok’s Wisdom for Aspiring Founders and Entrepreneurs

    S6 Ep1 – Scott Bok is a former CEO, investment banking trailblazer, and author of “Surviving Wall Street: A Tale of Triumph, Tragedy and Timing.” Having taken his boutique New York firm from its entrepreneurial roots all the way to a multi-billion-dollar IPO, Scott brings a wealth of experience and authentic insights from the dynamic world of financial services. In this thought-provoking episode, Scott shares the realities of leaving a secure, prestigious career at Morgan Stanley to launch a new kind of investment bank—one that defied the era’s trend for financial "supermarkets" and instead focused on personal, client-centric advisory.  He discusses navigating five major crises, flourishing in the face of fierce competition, and handling the unpredictable personal and emotional challenges that come with leadership. Scott and Shelley explore entrepreneurship on both sides of the Atlantic, including the contrasting attitudes towards risk and failure in the UK and US, and look ahead to key trends in fintech and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. 🎙️ Key Topics: The leap from Wall Street stability to startup uncertainty Steering a firm through five economic crises and fierce industry competition Building international teams and managing UK vs US cultural differences The power of authentic leadership, humility, and team-building in scaling a business Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. If you liked this episode, please rate us and leave a review. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    47분

  6. 6월 11일

    From Dial-Up Failures to Hollywood Success: A Startup’s Journey with Branding and Reinvention

    Jesse DeCosta is a creative entrepreneur, artist, and founder of DeCosta Global, a leading branding and marketing firm working with some of the world’s biggest names, from Hollywood stars to global corporations. In this insightful episode, Jesse shares the unvarnished truth behind his journey – from drawing caricatures at a theme park to building a multi-division business with decades-long partnerships in the entertainment industry. The conversation touches on the realities of starting up with no clear plan, the challenges of constant reinvention in the face of technological change (including the rise of AI), and the delicate balance between creativity, efficiency, and reputation management.  Jesse also reflects on the importance of humility, resilience, and treating people with respect, offering rich lessons for founders and creatives alike. 🎙️ Key Topics: Breaking into the entertainment industry and working with names like Will Smith, Kevin James, the Jacksons, and more The three pillars of DeCosta Global: product development, creative services, and marketing Crisis and reputation management for high-profile clients in the age of social media The impact (and heartbreak) of AI on creativity, job roles, and the future of creative businesses Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Jesse DeCosta - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-decosta-021557141/ DeCosta Global - https://www.decostainc.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    39분

  7. 5월 28일

    Space: The Final Frontier - Investing in Startups, Satellites and European Innovation

    S5 Ep11 – Ted Elvhage is a pioneering Swedish entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Expansion Aerospace Ventures, one of Europe’s largest space and defence-focused VC funds. In this enlightening episode, Ted joins hosts Shelley Bays and Bulent Osman to unpick the accelerating world of space technology, revealing how “space” is already an essential part of our daily lives. From his own transformative journey—from Harvard Medical School to leading pan-European investment in aerospace—Ted discusses the seismic changes in rocket and satellite tech, the pivotal role of software, and the challenges unique to building and funding startups in this frontier sector. Expect candid insights into everything from pan-European collaboration to the real qualities investors seek in founders. 🎙️ Key Topics: The evolution of Europe’s commercial space and defence sector Cultural differences in entrepreneurship and investment across Europe and the US The unexpected ways satellites and space tech support climate action, agriculture, and telecoms Top mistakes founders make when pitching for investment and how to rectify them Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com Our thanks to this week’s episode sponsor, AppUnite - https://bit.ly/3FBaByP Ted Elvhage - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedelvhage/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44분

  8. 5월 21일

    Startup Advice for Solopreneurs: Lessons from a Digital Entrepreneur

    S5 Ep10 - Marta Emerson is a dynamic Spanish entrepreneur, renowned for her influential YouTube presence and her dedication to empowering solopreneurs and small business founders through online education and mentoring. In this insightful episode, Marta shares her personal journey from humble beginnings and navigating the early Spanish startup environment, to building a thriving personal brand that now supports over 20,000 entrepreneurs worldwide. She discusses the key differences between scaling startups and building smaller, lifestyle businesses, and offers practical advice on personal branding, business modelling, and sales strategies.  Marta also gives a behind-the-scenes look at how she generates multiple streams of passive income, the importance of authenticity on social media, and the unique challenges and opportunities within the Spanish and wider Spanish-speaking startup ecosystem. 🎙️ Key Topics: Building a personal brand and business as a solopreneur in the Spanish-speaking market Practical steps for creating and optimising sales funnels for consultants and small businesses Strategies for generating passive income streams, from YouTube to affiliate marketing The evolving entrepreneurial landscape in Spain and navigating change in a world shaped by technology and AI FOLLOW this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Our thanks to this week’s episode sponsor, AppUnite - https://bit.ly/3FBaByP Marta Emerson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/martaemerson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    41분
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Welcome to The Startup Sensations Podcast, the weekly transatlantic business podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of startups from Both Sides of The Pond. Join us as we explore the stories, strategies, and successes from the most innovative startup founders, industry experts and active investors in North America, the UK and from around the world. The show is hosted from the UK by Bulent Osman, exited tech founder, and from the US by Shelley Bays, founder of three international advisory firms. From Silicon Valley to London's tech scene, they will bring you interviews with inspiring founders, investors and experts who are making waves in the startup world.   Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or just starting out, an investor, a sector service provider, or someone who is fascinated to learn more, The Startup Sensations Podcast has something informative and motivational for you.  Subscribe to this podcast on your favourite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode.  Email us at hello@startupsensations.com. Join our community on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn Page and watch video highlights on YouTube.

정보

  • 제작진
    Bulent Osman & Shelley Bays
  • 방송 연도
    2023년 - 2025년
  • 에피소드
    76
  • 등급
    전체 연령 사용가
  • 저작권
    © Bulent Osman & Shelley Bays

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