Notable Perspectives

Notable Capital

Interviews with founders, operators and investors who are at the center of the AI transformation era. We go beyond the hype cycle to talk about real implementation and how to build sustainable AI-powered businesses. 

  1. A Keyboard-Less Future: Reinventing a 150-Year-Old Interface with Wispr Flow

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    A Keyboard-Less Future: Reinventing a 150-Year-Old Interface with Wispr Flow

    In this episode of Notable Perspectives, Hans Tung and Chelcie Taylor sit down with Tanay Kothari and Sahaj Garg, the founders of Wispr, a company on a mission to make interacting with technology feel as natural as talking to a close friend. They’re the team behind Wispr Flow, a voice operating system built to replace the keyboard. By delivering a "zero-edit” experience, Wispr has closed the decade-long trust gap in voice technology. Users spend half a second between finishing a thought and hitting send, trusting the AI to have captured their intent perfectly without a single edit. We trace the journey of these two Stanford roommates who cycled through 100 ideas before finding the "one." We dive deep into: The Paradigm Shift: Why the keyboard is the ultimate bottleneck for human thought and how Wispr is building the "Universal Interface" to replace it.The Hardware Trap: Why they pivoted from a wearable brain-computer interface to a software-first approach to achieve immediate scale.Trust as a Metric: How they achieved a median "half-second" enter-time, where users trust the AI enough to hit send without even reading the output.The Agentic Vision: Moving from voice dictation to proactive agents that can send Slacks and plan trips without you ever opening an app.Universal Accessibility: The profound impact of voice for the 700 million people globally with dyslexia and those with Parkinson’s, proving that the future of computing is truly for everyone.Follow Tanay Kothari on X: https://x.com/tankots Follow Tanay Kothari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tankots/ Follow Sahaj Garg on X: https://x.com/SahajGarg6 Follow Sahaj Garg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahajgarg/ Visit Wispr's Website: https://wisprflow.ai/ Follow Notable Capital:  Find Us On X: https://x.com/notablecap  Find Us On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/notablecapital  Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/  Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0  Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094 Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

    33 min
  2. Elizabeth Weil on Hypergrowth at Twitter, AI Valuations, and What Makes Great Founders

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    Elizabeth Weil on Hypergrowth at Twitter, AI Valuations, and What Makes Great Founders

    Host Glenn Solomon sits down with Elizabeth Weil, founder and Managing Director of Scribble Ventures. Elizabeth shares her remarkable journey from early venture roles to helping scale Twitter from 50 to 3,000 people, building the market development function at Andreessen Horowitz, and ultimately founding Scribble Ventures. She discusses her transition from prolific angel investor (100 companies, 23 unicorns) to managing institutional capital, the breakout success of investments like Whatnot, and her perspective on today's frothy AI market. The conversation explores what makes great founders, common mistakes in the AI era, and the future opportunities Elizabeth is most excited about. Follow Elizabeth Weil: X - @Elizabeth https://x.com/elizabeth  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethweil/  Follow Notable Capital:  Find Us On X: https://x.com/notablecap  Find Us On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/notablecapital  Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/  Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0  Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094 Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

    28 min
  3. Building the Browser Infrastructure for AI Agents with the Founder of Browserbase

    26/06/2025

    Building the Browser Infrastructure for AI Agents with the Founder of Browserbase

    What happens when AI agents need to navigate the web just like humans do? In this episode, we sit down with Paul Klein, co-founder and CEO of Browserbase, to explore how browsers are becoming the critical infrastructure layer for AI-powered automation. Paul shares his journey from working at companies like Twilio and Mux to founding Browserbase, a platform that provides headless browser infrastructure for developers building AI agents that can interact with any website on the internet. Key Takeaways: Start with a burning problem: Paul emphasizes that startups should be a "means of last resort" — you should only start a company when you have a problem you absolutely must solveThe browser as AI primitive: As AI agents become more prevalent, browsers serve as a critical infrastructure layer for software to interact with websites that weren't designed for programmatic accessDeveloper experience is paramount: Drawing from his time at Twilio, Paul stresses the importance of creating "five-minute demos" and magical moments that help developers quickly understand the value propositionOpen source as a growth strategy: Browserbase open-sourced their Stagehand framework with an MIT license to build developer trust, enable customization, and accelerate adoptionEveryone becomes a developer: With AI coding tools, the line between technical and non-technical users is blurring, expanding the potential market for developer primitivesInternal messaging matters: One of the most important lessons from Jeff Lawson was the critical role of internal communication and all-hands meetings in building great infrastructure companiesFocus on the "boring" use cases: Rather than flashy applications like flight booking, Browserbase finds success in automating mundane, long-tail workflows that lack first-party integrationsLearn more about Browserbase: https://www.browserbase.com/ Read Paul’s memo that launched the idea for Browserbase: “An Internet Browser for AI” Where to find Paul Klein IV:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkleiniv/  Twitter/X: @pk_iv Where to find Glenn Solomon:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennsolomon/  Twitter/X: @glennsolomon Where to find Dan Cahana: @dan_cahana LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dancahana/  Twitter/X:  Where to find Notable Capital:  www.notablecap.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/notablecapital  Twitter/X: @notablecap Contact: frt@notablecap.com Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

    38 min
  4. Protecting the Digital-Physical Divide: Nozomi’s Innovative Approach with Edgard Capdevielle and Andrea Carcano

    18/12/2024

    Protecting the Digital-Physical Divide: Nozomi’s Innovative Approach with Edgard Capdevielle and Andrea Carcano

    In this episode of Founder Real Talk, host Glenn Solomon speaks with Edgard Capdevielle, President & CEO and Andrea Carcano, Co-founder & CPO of Nozomi Networks. They dive into the journey of pioneering industrial cybersecurity, discuss their growth from a seed-stage startup to a global leader, and reflect on the innovative techniques that set them apart. From protecting critical infrastructures like the 2024 Paris Olympics to their "Jarvis"-like software framework, this episode unpacks lessons in building a world-class team, maintaining culture, and scaling globally. Edgard and Andrea share their future aspirations and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. KEY TAKEAWAYS Early Focus on Mission Over Profit: Nozomi’s origin wasn’t about building a company but solving real-world industrial cybersecurity problems.Strategic Growth in Harsh Markets: Starting in heavy industries like oil, gas, and utilities gave Nozomi credibility and allowed for easier expansion into other verticals.Innovative Software Development: Their disciplined approach to architecture and agile methodologies ensures product scalability and adaptability.The Rise of Ransomware: Nozomi's solutions address critical vulnerabilities as ransomware reshapes how attackers monetize cyber incidents.Vision for Longevity: With a strong focus on sales efficiency and global expansion, Nozomi positions itself for long-term growth and potential IPO readiness. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Nozomi Networks 03:01 Founding Story and Early Challenges 05:54 The Importance of Team Dynamics 09:03 Growth and Market Potential 11:59 Product Development and Innovation 14:58 Understanding Industrial Control Networks 17:48 Securing High-Profile Events 20:54 The Rise of Industrial Cybersecurity 23:47 Building a Global Company 26:55 Maintaining Company Culture 29:58 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts RESOURCES Learn more about Notable Capital: www.notablecap.com Learn more about Nozomi Networks: https://www.nozominetworks.com  CONNECT Connect with Glenn Solomon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennsolomon/  Follow Glenn Solomon on Twitter: https://x.com/glennsolomon Connect with Edgard Capdevielle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgardcapdevielle/  Follow Edgard Capdevielle on Twitter: https://x.com/capdevielle  Connect with Andrea Carcano on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreacarcano/  Follow Andrea Carcano on Twitter: https://x.com/andreacarcano  Produced by Saschi Productions Music by Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

    44 min
  5. Building a Future-Ready AI Platform with Rich Waldron of Tray.ai

    11/12/2024

    Building a Future-Ready AI Platform with Rich Waldron of Tray.ai

    In this episode of Founder Real Talk, Glenn Solomon welcomes back Rich Waldron, CEO of Tray.ai. Rich discusses how the company recently rebranded from their original name, Tray.io to mark their intensified focus on integration and automation with AI. They discuss the challenges organizations face in adopting AI and the need to be fast, flexible, and safe. Rich shares insights on customer feedback, memorable moments in the company's journey, and valuable lessons for founders and IT leaders. KEY TAKEAWAYS: A Rebrand To Support On-Going Growth: After shifting the company from Tray.io to Tray.ai, the team has aligned on a significant pivot towards AI-driven integration.AI Integration Success: For successful AI implementation, it’s crucial for companies to align on data, agility, and security. Composable Tech Stacks: IT leaders should focus on building composable tech stacks to adapt to AI changes.CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Tray.ai and Rich Waldron 01:26 The Rebranding Journey: From Tray.io to Tray.ai 05:02 Challenges of Integrating AI in Organizations 07:48 Tray.ai's Unique Value Proposition 10:15 Positioning as an AI-Ready iPaaS Platform 12:10 Product Evolution: Introducing Merlin and AI Palette 15:55 Speed and Agility in AI Implementation 17:53 Security Considerations in AI Projects 20:10 Customer Feedback and Adoption of AI Solutions 23:27 Memorable Moments in Tray.ai's Journey 27:39 Lessons Learned as a Founder 30:23 Advice for IT Leaders on AI Readiness 33:41 Rapid Fire Round: Fun Insights and Future Vision RESOURCES Learn more about Notable Capital: www.notablecap.com Learn more about Tray.ai: https://tray.ai/  CONNECT Connect with Glenn Solomon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennsolomon/  Follow Glenn Solomon on Twitter: https://x.com/glennsolomon Connect with Rich Waldron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richwaldron/  Follow Rich Waldron on Twitter: https://x.com/richwaldron  Produced by Saschi Productions Music by Gus Culpo Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

    41 min
  6. Accelerating Cloud Development: The LocalStack Story

    12/11/2024

    Accelerating Cloud Development: The LocalStack Story

    In this episode of Founder Real Talk, host Glenn Solomon, Managing Partner at Notable Capital, sits down with LocalStack’s co-founders, Gerta Sheganaku and Waldemar Hummer, to discuss how LocalStack is revolutionizing the developer experience. LocalStack enables developers to emulate cloud environments on their local machines, drastically reducing testing times and costs while accelerating product development. Listen as Gerta and Waldemar share the journey behind LocalStack, from its humble beginnings as an open-source project to its growth into a full-fledged business with over 900 paying customers, including Fortune 100 companies. They dive into the unique challenges of cloud-based development, how LocalStack provides a faster alternative, and why speed in the development cycle—what they call “product velocity”—is crucial for innovation in tech. Glenn also explores why Notable Capital led LocalStack’s Series A funding and what makes LocalStack stand out in the crowded cloud development space. Key Topics Discussed: How LocalStack’s local cloud emulation tool saves time and cost for developersLocalStack’s journey from an open-source project to an enterprise-grade productGerta and Waldemar’s backgrounds and what led them to build LocalStackThe future of cloud development and how LocalStack plans to expand and innovate RESOURCES Learn more about Notable Capital: www.notablecap.com Learn more about LocalStack: www.localstack.cloud CONNECT Connect with Glenn Solomon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennsolomon/  Follow Glenn Solomon on X: https://x.com/glennsolomon Connect with Gerta Sheganaku on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerta-sheganaku/ Follow Gerta Sheganaku on X: https://x.com/Sheg_Ge Connect with Waldemar Hummer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whummer/ Follow Waldemar Hummer on X: https://x.com/w_hummer Produced by Notable Capital Music by Gus Culpo Follow Notable Capital: X: @notablecap LinkedIn: @Notable Capital Visit Our Website: https://www.notablecap.com/ Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43j3cMkcKIgHuXu1tFHWpz?si=a326d0cd016f47c0 Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/notable-perspectives/id1392649094

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Interviews with founders, operators and investors who are at the center of the AI transformation era. We go beyond the hype cycle to talk about real implementation and how to build sustainable AI-powered businesses. 

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