Founding Philly

Zach Brand
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Founding Philly

Dive into the stories behind Philly’s most exciting startups. Founding Philly connects with those who are fueling the innovation in Philly’s startup scene. Hear their journeys – on the Founding Philly podcast.

  1. Carbon Reform, Co-Founder & CEO Jo Norris, FairNow, Founder & CEO Guru Sethupathy, and Integrated Reality Labs, Co-Founder Ian Andolsek and CEO Lauren Steidl | PACT Lion's Den 2024 | Founding Philly Ep. 48

    6 DAYS AGO

    Carbon Reform, Co-Founder & CEO Jo Norris, FairNow, Founder & CEO Guru Sethupathy, and Integrated Reality Labs, Co-Founder Ian Andolsek and CEO Lauren Steidl | PACT Lion's Den 2024 | Founding Philly Ep. 48

    In this episode of the Founding Philly podcast, we interviewed the 3 finalists from this year's PACT "Lion's Den" segment—their Shark Tank'-style pitch competition.Over 60 startups pitched throughout the day and only these 3 made it to the finals, walking away with about $1 million in investments (pending diligence).Jo Norris of Carbon Reform, Guru Sethupathy of FairNow, and Lauren Steidl and Ian Adolsek from Integrated Reality Labs discuss their strategies for success and the key elements of...

    44 min
  2. Naturaz, Founder Mumbi Dunjwa, Fall Forward, CEO and Founder Alan Rihm, & Glitter, Founder Morgan Berman | PACT Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference 2024 | Founding Philly Ep. 47

    NOV 5

    Naturaz, Founder Mumbi Dunjwa, Fall Forward, CEO and Founder Alan Rihm, & Glitter, Founder Morgan Berman | PACT Mid-Atlantic Capital Conference 2024 | Founding Philly Ep. 47

    This episode is sponsored by PACT. ---In this episode of Founding Philly, I moderated the Entrepreneur Panel at the PACT Capital Conference, featuring a deep dive with Mumbi Dunjwa, Alan Rihm, and Morgan Berman into their startup journeys in Philadelphia. We explored the crucial early lessons that have shaped their ventures.Mumbi Dunjwa of Naturaz discussed her approach to hair care products, emphasizing the critical role of customer feedback in refining her offerings. By integrating dir...

    46 min
  3. Asylon, CEO & Co-Founder Damon Henry | Founding Philly Ep. 46

    OCT 8

    Asylon, CEO & Co-Founder Damon Henry | Founding Philly Ep. 46

    This episode is sponsored by J.P. Morgan. --In this episode, I interview Damon Henry, CEO and Co-founder of Asylon, a company at the forefront of robotic perimeter security, redefining the field with drones, robots, software, and AI.Dedicated to revolutionizing physical security, Asylon integrates advanced robotics and AI to boost safety and efficiency across commercial and defense sectors. Damon, an MIT grad and aerospace engineer, began his career at industry giants like GE and Boeing....

    46 min
  4. Nerd Street, CEO & Founder John Fazio | Founding Philly Ep. 45

    SEP 18

    Nerd Street, CEO & Founder John Fazio | Founding Philly Ep. 45

    Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs.--In this episode, I interview John Fazio, CEO and Founder of Nerd Street, a company dedicated to making esports accessible to everyone. Nerd Street facilitates competitive opportunities for gamers at all levels, including youth, high school, collegiate, amateur, and professional scenes.John, a lifelong gamer and technologist, has merged his passions for video games, sports, and technology into creating Nerd Street. From reverse engineering video ga...

    40 min
  5. Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, Head of LIFT Labs, Laura Plunkett | Founding Philly Ep. 44

    SEP 4

    Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, Head of LIFT Labs, Laura Plunkett | Founding Philly Ep. 44

    Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs.--In this episode, I interview Laura Plunkett, Head of LIFT Labs and Executive Director of Startup Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversal. LIFT Labs strategically engages startups worldwide, collaborating with teams at Comcast, NBCUniversal, and Sky to refine strategies and transform products and experiences.During the episode, Laura emphasizes the importance of connecting startup founders with corporate leaders to forge long-term partnerships. She expl...

    37 min
  6. BioPhy, CEO & Co-Founder Dave Latshaw II | Founding Philly Ep. 43

    AUG 20

    BioPhy, CEO & Co-Founder Dave Latshaw II | Founding Philly Ep. 43

    Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs.--In this episode, I interview Dave Latshaw II, CEO and Co-Founder of BioPhy, an AI-driven company committed to bringing better drugs and therapies to market faster.Significant capital is being invested in artificial intelligence for drug discovery, yet traditional drug development remains notoriously slow, inefficient, and risky. This raises a critical question: How is the industry preparing for a future where AI drives faster and more expansive dr...

    48 min
  7. Sponsor Spotlight: Withum, Partner Kurt Simmons | Founding Philly

    JUN 26

    Sponsor Spotlight: Withum, Partner Kurt Simmons | Founding Philly

    In this episode, I interview Kurt Simmons, a Partner at Withum, a technology-driven advisory and accounting firm that provides comprehensive support to emerging businesses in the Philadelphia area.Withum offers a range of services, including audit, tax, and advisory services, tailored to support companies across various niches such as technology, life sciences, and financial services. The firm's Technology and Emerging Growth Services Team brings a dynamic approach, going beyond traditional a...

    23 min
  8. Let's Rallie, Co-Founder & CEO Robbie Verna, and RAEV Mobility, Co-Founder & CEO David Castley | PSL Expo | Founding Philly Ep. 42

    JUN 11

    Let's Rallie, Co-Founder & CEO Robbie Verna, and RAEV Mobility, Co-Founder & CEO David Castley | PSL Expo | Founding Philly Ep. 42

    At this year's PSL Entrepreneur Expo at CYTO PHL, we sat down with a few friends from the local startup ecosystem to discuss their journeys and how they navigated the early days.In this episode, I interview Robbie Verna, Co-Founder & CEO of Let's Rallie, and David Castley, Co-Founder & CEO of RAEV Mobility.Let's Rallie initially launched as a consumer app designed to help users find spontaneous activities and events around their city, such as restaurants, bars, and local happenings.Th...

    38 min
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Dive into the stories behind Philly’s most exciting startups. Founding Philly connects with those who are fueling the innovation in Philly’s startup scene. Hear their journeys – on the Founding Philly podcast.

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  • Creator
    Zach Brand
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Founding Philly
  • Show Website
    Founding Philly

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