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360 One Firm (361Firm) - Interviews & Events361Firm Briefing, Meetup and AI Deep Dive July 15 2025The meeting covered introductions and updates from various participants. Jim Farris discussed his real estate focus, while Clark Hoover highlighted his work on private credit. Stephen Burke presented a bullish outlook on the US economy, citing strong GDP growth, consumer net worth, and corporate profits. He also addressed concerns about tariffs, trade uncertainty, and geopolitical risks. The discussion transitioned to AI's role in business intelligence and decision intelligence, with examples from Radek Biszkont and Jukka Heikka. AI applications in finance, including portfolio optimization and data analysis, were highlighted, emphasizing AI's potential to streamline processes and improve decision-making. The meeting discussed...2025-07-162h 08
Industrial Growth InstituteEpisode 62 - Belinda Ephraim on Corporate Development and Corporate VC for Industrial ManufacturersCorporate development and corporate VC are two important growth levers that many middle market industrials overlook - Episode 62 of the Industrial Growth Institute Podcast with former investment banker and now Deep Tech VC Belinda Ephraim of Tenseur Capital
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In this episode, Ed Marsh and Belinda Ephraim delve into the world of deep tech and venture capital. Belinda, managing general partner at TENSEUR Capital, shares her insights on the importance of scientific foundations in technology, the challenges of 3D printing, and the necessity of a strong work ethic for founders.
They discuss her...2025-05-281h 20
RESET with TonyaDollhouses, Downshifts, and the Role of Resilience in TransformationSend us a textWhat does it take to go from hauling water buckets in Nigeria to structuring billion-dollar deals on Wall Street to launching a cutting-edge venture capital fund? Belinda Ephraim's journey embodies a masterclass in resilience, strategic reinvention, and challenging conventional wisdom.Growing up in Nigeria as the eldest of six children, Belinda's childhood was defined by both privilege and profound challenge. Sent to boarding school at age 10, she learned self-sufficiency by farming her own plot of land and carrying ten-gallon water containers when supplies ran short. These early experiences forged a resilience...2025-05-1959 min
NEO IndustrialistEd Marsh: Revenue Growth and Enterprise Sales | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #14In this #podcast episode of The NEO Industrialist, host Belinda Ephraim and #revenuegrowth consultant Ed Marsh explore the evolving landscape of industrial sales, focusing on how cultural shifts and technology are reshaping enterprise buyer behavior and revenue models. Ed shares his journey from military service to consulting, emphasizing the importance of a holistic revenue effectiveness framework. The conversation delves into the significance of trust, community building, and integrated sales and marketing strategies, while also addressing the need for modernized sales processes and compensation models. Ed highlights the role of emerging technologies such as AI, the transition from tech bros...2025-04-141h 06
NEO IndustrialistDan Lubeck: Growth Equity and Business Transformation Insights | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #12In this episode of NextGen Industrialists podcast, host Belinda Ephraim engages with Dan Lubeck, founder of Solis Capital, to dissect the nuances of private growth equity partnerships. The conversation delves into Dan's unique perspective shaped by decades in law and private equity, his philosophy on the inseparability of business and personal growth, and the analogies between business development and gardening. Key topics include strategies for evaluating investment opportunities, the importance of leadership in business growth, maintaining entrepreneurial culture during operations professionalization, and the different forms and functions of growth equity. They also discuss the impacts of AI, supply chain...2025-02-151h 30
NEO IndustrialistKarla Trotman: Building The Vibrant Future of Manufacturing | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #11In this episode of NextGen Industrialists podcast, host Belinda Ephraim invites Karla Trotman, CEO of ElectroSoft and author of the book, "Dark, Dirty, and Dangerous: Building The Vibrant Future of Manufacturing".Their conversation challenges everything you think you know about manufacturing and family-owned businesses. Karla started by cutting wires for 25 cents an hour in her family's business. Now she's running a multi-million dollar electronics contract manufacturing company that's redefining what 'Made in America' means in an AI-driven world.Thank you for listening and watching. Make sure you 👍 (like) 💬 (comment) and 🤍 (subscribe).2025-02-142h 00
NEO IndustrialistNadia Gil: Corporate Strategy Playbook In The Age of AI | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #10In this episode of NextGen Industrialists, host Belinda Ephraim engages with Nadia Gill, Senior Vice President of Strategy at Hitachi Digital, to explore the evolving landscape of corporate acquisitions in the age of AI. The conversation delves into how companies can position themselves as attractive corporate acquisition targets, the strategic imperatives driving corporate buyers, and the fundamental shifts in industrial M&A strategies over the past decade. Nadia shares her personal journey, insights on balancing traditional assets with AI capabilities, and the importance of cultural fit in M&A transactions. The episode concludes with predictions for the future of...2024-12-2159 min
NEO IndustrialistJenn McCabe: The Psychology of 1,001+ Jumps and 9-Figure Exits | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #7In this episode of NextGen Industrialists #podcast host Belinda Ephraim speaks with Jenn McCabe, a partner at Armanino LLP, exploring the parallels between #skydiving #sellingabusiness and #mergersandacquisitions Jenn shares her journey from being a national skydiving champion to a seasoned financial expert and post-exit founder, emphasizing the importance of #riskmanagement, networking, decision-making under pressure, and meticulous preparation in both fields.TAKEAWAYSSkydiving teaches valuable lessons about risk managementHard work and networking are crucial for successFear can hinder decision-making in businessKnow your number before considering an #exitstrategyPreparation is essential for successful M&A dealsHaving a backup plan is critical in businessBuilding...2024-10-251h 45
NEO IndustrialistTiffany Chan: Spirituality and Purpose-Driven Leadership | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #4In this #podcast episode of NextGen Industrialists: Rebuilding America’s Dynamism, host Belinda Ephraim sits down with spiritual advisor and executive coach Tiffany Chan to explore the intersection of #spirituality and business #leadership.CHAPTERS00:00:00 Introduction00:02:34 Tiffany's spiritual journey00:11:15 How do you define values?00:12:46 Understanding faith and trust00:15:14 The nature of belief00:18:31 Religion vs. spirituality00:21:06 Respecting diverse beliefs00:24:02 Connecting to Source and purpose00:27:03 The turning point of understanding00:29:42 Leadership and character development00:32:09 Alignment of mind, body, heart, and Spirit00:34:05 Integrating multitudes within00:38:24 Reaction versus response00:40:29 Grounding techniques for presence00:50:31 The role of faith in the boardroom00:54:37 From victim co...2024-09-131h 35
NEO IndustrialistTonya J. Long: AI for Personal Abundance, The Future of Work | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #3Join Belinda Ephraim, Founder and CEO of Katalyst Point and Podcast Host of NextGen Industrialists: Rebuilding America’s Dynamism, as she interviews Tonya Long, CEO of Quantum Crow Advisory. In this episode, they dive deep into the transformative power of AI, how it’s reshaping industries, and what leaders can do to harness its potential for positive change. Learn why no one should have to beg to work in the future of work, the importance of creating FOMO in business strategy, and how AI can empower SMBs and startups to compete with industry giants and be successful.2024-08-301h 40
NEO IndustrialistPeter S. Goodman: Inside the Global Supply Chain | The NEO Industrialist Podcast #2In this must-watch episode of NextGen Industrialists: Rebuilding America’s Dynamism, host Belinda Ephraim engages in a deep dive with Peter S. Goodman, author of the eye-opening book, "How The World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain."Peter unpacks the intricate and often surprising pathways of global manufacturing and transportation—revealing how service providers bring everyday products to our doorsteps. He exposes the ruthless business logic that has left communities worldwide vulnerable, particularly as the global supply chain crumbled during the COVID-19 pandemic.Discover the hidden vuln...2024-08-1454 min
Finding FearlessShaping Exit-Ready Enterprises: Belinda Ephraim's Insights on Enhancing Diversity in Mergers and AcquisitionsIn Today’s episode, Madeline is in conversation with Belinda Ephraim, the founder of Katalyst Point Advisors. Belinda shares her personal journey into entrepreneurship, starting from her early days in Nigeria. Her experiences working as a senior analyst with a wealth advisor during the AOL & Time Warner Merger intrigued her about the potential of mergers and acquisitions (M&As), which led her to establish her own firm. She outlines the importance of preparing business owners for M&As and also touches on her other entrepreneurial venture - a luxury skincare brand named KOKOBERNA. Through her professional journey, Belinda has ad...2024-03-061h 01
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastOne Month Without WorryAugust 1, 2020, is the perfect time to accept the challenge of one month without worry, a month of deeper peace and ease. Within this episode, a complimentary guided meditation is included. I wrote and produced this piece to bring peace, health, and grace into your life.
Download and use the meditation every day, twice a day, for one month; when you first wake up and the last thing when you go to bed. You will experience and gain one worry-free month – imagine what that can do for your life!
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastMade for People Like MeOur products cost thrice as much and we would have it no other way.
As founder of KOKOBÉRNA, we expand on why this matters for building a profitable, sustainable company that uses business as an effective tool to change the world.
For people like me.
People who have shared values.
People who are obsessed with quality.
People who seek to be wiser, healthier, and beautiful.
People who across all facets of their lives seek the best the world has to offer.
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastHow The Structure of The Skin WorksIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA explains the structure of the skin and how it works. Part of a series on the science of the skin offering a detailed overview of how one should progress in knowledge of their skin type. This will allow for space to better understand the condition of their skin, why it is the way it is, and what product recommendations would be best for healthy, beautiful skin. For further discovery and customized skin care product recommendations, one is invited to take The KOKOBERNA Skin Ty...2020-07-0313 min
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastThe Power to Choose LoveIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast series, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA discusses the idea that there is power in choosing to walk away from the seat at the table; that by walking away, we choose love as the way forward; and in so doing, we each individually unite as a global collective with the purpose to use our talents and serve for the highest good of all involved.
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastBlack Lives Matter TooIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA.COM discusses the idea that All Lives Matter but with the clear understanding that Black Lives Matter too. We matter. She touches on various topics around the #BlackLivesMatter movement offering an intimate perspective on her personal experience in America.
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastThe Gift of Divine DestinyIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA discusses how to discover and unearth our divine destiny.
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The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast is a weekly series hosted by Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim Founder and CEO of KOKOBÉRNA.COM - a contemporary West African beauty and heritage company. It is a...2020-05-2910 min
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastSelf-EsteemIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA discusses self-esteem as the first step in Looking Good and Feeling Great.
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The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast is a weekly series hosted by Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim Founder and CEO of KOKOBÉRNA.COM - a contemporary West African beauty and her...2020-05-1611 min
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastA Mother's Day TributeIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast series, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA pays tribute and celebrates all mothers. She pulls inspiration from Kalil Gibran’s, The Prophet… On Children and Moby’s Natural Blues. This Mother’s Day is for those who have lost their children due to senseless acts of human nature and for those who are blessed to have the fortune to hold, to cherish, to bring forth new life into a world that is getting better with time. We celebrate all mother’s across the globe and encourage them to be the Bow that is...2020-05-1108 min
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastThe Quest for BeautyIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast series, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA sheds a different perspective on the timeless quest of beauty as it relates not only to the external but also the beauty within through engagement with nature, wonder, play, and creativity in our lives. Championing the philosophies of Plato, Kant, and author Rollo May, whose book, "My Quest for Beauty" inspired this episode.
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Send a voice message to us at The KOKOBÉRNA Pod...2020-04-2409 min
The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastSoul Conversations Part IIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast series, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim has a soul conversation with a close friend Julia Artamon, founder of Tejomaya Yoga Ayurveda Studio in the San Francisco Bay Area. We discuss a range of varied topics to include transformational points in my personal journey, death and resurrection, the impact of bullying, how to raise resilient children, and the role of acceptance in the world today. It is a magical experiment sharing this with you, I know you will love listening, and hope to do more of these soul conversations in the near future.
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastBrand Ethos + Heritage + AspirationsIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast series, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim walks us through the ethos, beliefs, and aspirations of the company and brand. She honors traditionalism via her West African ancestry and touches on how the company transcends mediocrity from the quality of its products to its sustainable packaging, how she makes a difference in empowering women and young girls to discover the Queens they are meant to be, and how the law of divine oneness is paramount to everything the brand stands for.
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The KOKOBÉRNA PodcastThe Audacity to Discover Your TalentsIn this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim encourages us to cradle the dreams within your heart, discover your talents, and use them to start a business/ write a book/ create a piece of work that brings joy to others. She proposes that in spite of the challenging times we find ourselves in, now is the time to take the steps needed to nurture whatever it is you are scheming, moonlighting, or dreaming… and manifest it in your life as a contribution of your talents in the quest for divine love and an abundant life.
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