Iconic Conversations with Jacob Schoenberg - Founder & CEO of GrantX.
Jacob Schoenberg is the Founder & CEO of GrantX. He is a former AI strategist and grant seeker with a robust background in finance and digital marketing. Driven by his firsthand frustration with outdated and inefficient grant funding processes while leading various projects in the ClimateTech sector, Jacob founded Grantx to revolutionize how funding is accessed and applied for.
Following the inception of Grantx, Jacob dedicated over a year to in-depth market research, collaborating closely with nonprofits, startups, and researchers to hone his vision and deepen his understanding of the systemic challenges grant seekers face.
Takeaways:
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Iconic Conversations
01:20 The Art of Building a Company
02:24 Gratitude and Support in Entrepreneurship
04:46 Transitioning from Investor Pitches to Sales
06:29 From Small Town to Startup Hub
07:27 Overcoming Jealousy with Inspiration
10:33 The Role of Comparison in Creativity
12:54 The Journey to Founding GrantX
13:08 Navigating Non-Traditional Paths in Finance
19:04 Lessons from a Tesla Interview
22:20 The Journey to Success and Failure
27:30 Finding Purpose in Uncertainty
32:02 The Art of Storytelling
38:59 Reflections on Growth and Expectations
GUEST: Jacob Schoenberg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobschoenberg
Website: https://www.grantx.io/
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HOST: Tanaka Tava
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