How would your career choices change if doing good for society and doing well financially weren’t opposites?
In this episode, Arun Gupta, CEO of NobleReach and author of Venture Meets Mission, joins Andrew and Dan to talk about bridging the gap between venture capital, public service, and societal change. Drawing from his experience in private equity, academia, and government collaborations, Arun explains how the narrative around public vs. private sector careers is outdated—and how his organization is building pathways for the next generation to serve and lead. He unpacks how Noble Reach is placing top tech talent in government roles, partnering with entrepreneurs to commercialize federally funded research, and reshaping how universities teach service and innovation.
[00:01 – 05:00] Mission Meets Capitalism
The importance of steering capitalism toward public good
How venture capital can be applied to solve societal challenges
Why profit and purpose aren't mutually exclusive
[05:01 – 10:33] Solving the Talent Gap in Public Service
The need to make government service more prestigious for young people
Why respect from peers matters more than compensation
The significance of reframing public service as a career enhancer
[10:34 – 15:18] From Research to Market
How federally funded research can be commercialized through partnerships
Why operation-style collaboration between sectors should be normalized
The importance of giving research more “at-bats” instead of shelving it
[15:19 – 20:33] Measuring Impact, Not Just Intent
The importance of tracking scholar placement and career progression
What success looks like for research commercialization
Why academic curriculum reach matters in changing perspectives
[20:34 – 24:28] Rebuilding Trust Through Dual Citizenship
How creating dual-sector citizens fosters long-term civic engagement
The importance of treating public servants with dignity
Why understanding both worlds can reduce distrust and stereotypes
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Key Quotes:
“This isn’t about doing good or doing well. It’s about how we point capitalism toward solving societal problems.” - Arun Gupta
“We need more dual citizens—people who understand both the public and private sectors—because it’s easy to demonize what you’ve never been part of.” - Arun Gupta
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