Austinpreneur

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Austinpreneur

Double click on the stories that made Austin, Texas a global startup hub. Listen to startup stories from entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and technologists shaping the Austin startup community. Austinpreneur will give you a glimpse into how Austin made itself a tier 1 city for technology, creativity and startups. Takeaway key insights for building your own success story in topics like fundraising, building products, sales, investing and creating company culture. Austinpreneur is a podcast highlighting Austin’s startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Join in on candid conversations with leaders who have built companies from the ground up and visionaries creating the next wave of world-changing technology. Discover the importance of your network, meet the people supporting your journey, and connect with the community making it all happen. Episodes feature topics like: entrepreneurship, technology, startups, innovation, funding, coworking, mentorship, startup accelerators, VC funding, angel investing, innovation strategies, partnerships, and more.

  1. Lab Coats to Lab Code: How Automation is Shaping Scientific Research with Brian Frezza

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    Lab Coats to Lab Code: How Automation is Shaping Scientific Research with Brian Frezza

    What if running a biotech experiment were as simple as writing a line of code? In this episode, Brian Frezza, CEO and Co-Founder of Emerald Cloud Lab, opens the door to the groundbreaking world of cloud-based research and automation in biology. Discover how Emerald Cloud Lab empowers scientists to conduct experiments remotely—leaving the heavy lifting to robotic systems and expert staff in fully automated labs. Brian shares the vision that sparked the company, the challenges of building a revolutionary platform over more than a decade, and how democratizing access to advanced research tools could transform the future of science. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    1 h y 9 min
  2. Betting on Yourself: Liv Boeree on Poker, Decision-Making Mastery, and Tackling the Moloch Trap

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    Betting on Yourself: Liv Boeree on Poker, Decision-Making Mastery, and Tackling the Moloch Trap

    In this episode of Austinpreneur, Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, sits down with Liv Boeree—Poker Champion, TED speaker, and decision-making strategist—to explore the art of betting on yourself. Liv delves into the psychology behind high-stakes decision-making, the secrets to crafting win-win strategies, and the societal challenges posed by coordination failures, known as Moloch Traps. Whether you're navigating the poker table, building a startup, or striving to make smarter decisions in life, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you think strategically, lead confidently, and win big. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    50 min
  3. Mission Possible: Building a Defense Startup with Dino Mavrookas

    17/12/2024

    Mission Possible: Building a Defense Startup with Dino Mavrookas

    What does it take to launch a game-changing defense technology startup? Dino Mavrookas, CEO of Saronic Technologies, shares his incredible journey of building autonomous maritime solutions for the U.S. Navy. From navigating the complexities of the defense sector to assembling a world-class team, Dino reveals the grit, strategy, and innovation it takes to bring three revolutionary products to market in under two years. With a background as a Navy SEAL and private equity executive, he provides invaluable insights into balancing vision, execution, and risk in one of the world’s most demanding industries. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    1 h y 3 min
  4. Responsive Rocketry: Breaking Barriers in Aerospace

    10/12/2024

    Responsive Rocketry: Breaking Barriers in Aerospace

    Explore the future of space exploration with Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace. In this episode, Jason discusses Firefly’s record-setting rocket launch, upcoming lunar missions, and the cutting-edge technologies driving space innovation. Recorded live before an audience at Capital Factory, this conversation delves into personal stories of aerospace inspiration and offers insights on creating a resilient space workforce. Discover a fascinating glimpse into the next frontier of humanity’s journey to the stars. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    56 min
  5. Building Pattern-Breaking Companies in Austin

    03/12/2024

    Building Pattern-Breaking Companies in Austin

    In this episode of Austinpreneur, Brett Hurt, founder of Bazaarvoice and data.world, sits down with longtime friend Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, for a conversation on building billion-dollar companies. Together, they reflect on their early collaborations, share lessons learned, and discuss pivotal moments that shaped their entrepreneurial journeys. From recruiting top talent to capitalizing on inflection points, this episode is filled with actionable advice for aspiring founders. Don’t miss Brett’s insights—and be sure to grab a copy of his book, The Entrepreneur’s Essentials: Lessons for Startup & Leadership Excellence! Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    40 min
  6. Focus on Fundraising: Raising $200M+ as a Female Founder

    26/11/2024

    Focus on Fundraising: Raising $200M+ as a Female Founder

    In this episode, Michelle Davey, CEO and Founder of Wheel, shares her inspiring journey of raising over $215M while transforming the world of virtual healthcare. From her early days as a technical recruiter at Google and Favor to becoming a trailblazer in telemedicine, Michelle reveals the pivotal moments and lessons that shaped her path to success. Tune in as she unpacks her fundraising strategies, offers advice for navigating innovation in healthcare, and highlights the power of Austin’s entrepreneurial ecosystem in building an exceptional company culture. This episode was recorded live at Capital Factory’s Women in Tech Summit during Austin Tech Week 2024. Michelle sits down with Dr. Talaya Waller, Founder of Valuables—an AI-powered enterprise brand management platform—for an insightful and empowering conversation. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    38 min
  7. The Path to Abundant Energy

    20/11/2024

    The Path to Abundant Energy

    In this episode, Justin Lopas, co-founder of Base Power, takes us through the fascinating story behind his groundbreaking energy startup. From his early days at SpaceX, where he helped build rockets, to his pivotal role at Anduril, Justin brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to solving real-world challenges. He explains how Base Power is leveraging innovative technology, smart policy strategies, and operational excellence to transform the way Texans access renewable energy. Justin also delves into the unique regulatory challenges of the Texas energy market and how Base Power is navigating these to provide decentralized energy solutions that improve grid reliability and reduce costs for consumers. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    1 h y 17 min
  8. Inside a Shark Tank Pitch

    13/11/2024

    Inside a Shark Tank Pitch

    Get an insider’s look at Shark Tank Season 16’s premier pitch with Destin Bell, CEO of Card.io! In this live recording at Capital Factory, Destin shares how watching pitches on Shark Tank inspired his own journey as an entrepreneur and how relocating to Austin transformed Card.io’s growth. Tune in for behind-the-scenes moments from his pitch and key insights for entrepreneurs dreaming of the Tank. Don't miss Destin’s candid advice and exclusive stories about the highs, challenges, and surprises of pitching in front of the Sharks. Stay updated with the latest from Austinpreneur at www.capitalfactory.com/podcast

    42 min
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Double click on the stories that made Austin, Texas a global startup hub. Listen to startup stories from entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and technologists shaping the Austin startup community. Austinpreneur will give you a glimpse into how Austin made itself a tier 1 city for technology, creativity and startups. Takeaway key insights for building your own success story in topics like fundraising, building products, sales, investing and creating company culture. Austinpreneur is a podcast highlighting Austin’s startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Join in on candid conversations with leaders who have built companies from the ground up and visionaries creating the next wave of world-changing technology. Discover the importance of your network, meet the people supporting your journey, and connect with the community making it all happen. Episodes feature topics like: entrepreneurship, technology, startups, innovation, funding, coworking, mentorship, startup accelerators, VC funding, angel investing, innovation strategies, partnerships, and more.

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  • Creador
    Capital Factory
  • Años de actividad
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodios
    67
  • Clasificación
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  • Copyright
    © Capital Factory 2023
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    Austinpreneur

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