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TrailblazersPaige Finn Doherty: Founding Partner at Behind Genius VenturesThis week we chat with Paige Finn Doherty!Paige is the Founding Partner of Behind Genius Ventures, an early-stage venture firm managing nearly $14 million in AUM. Behind Genius makes concentrated investments in pre-seed and seed-stage companies led by technical storytellers across applied AI, frontier tech, and what’s next.A writer and former engineer, Paige first broke into venture capital in a truly unconventional way by writing a best-selling “children’s book for adults” about how venture capital works, Seed to Harvest. At the time, she was working as a Develop...
2025-12-161h 01
TrailblazersClaire Hughes Johnson: Corporate Officer and Advisor at StripeThis week we chat with Claire Hughes Johnson!Claire is the former COO of Stripe, where she played a critical role in scaling the company from 160 employees to more than 7,000 during its period of rapid global expansion. Before Stripe, she spent over a decade at Google, leading large international teams across multiple high-growth products and operations.She now serves on the boards of HubSpot, The Atlantic, Aurora, and several other organizations, is an active angel investor, and is the bestselling author of Scaling...
2025-12-0930 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: 7 Things I Wish Founders Knew Before Raising Their First Check!Welcome back to Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In this week’s solo episode, host Erica Wenger breaks down 7 things she wishes every founder knew before raising their first check. The honest, unfiltered truths that can dramatically change the way you approach fundraising.Drawing from the countless lessons she’s learned while raising for her own firm, Erica unpacks the realities behind investor conversations, what actually moves a deal forward, and the common mistakes first-time founders don’t even realize they’re making.From understanding how investors really make decisions to settin...
2025-12-0528 minTrailblazersNikhil Basu Trivedi: Co-Founder & General Partner at FootworkThis week, we chat with Nikhil Basu Trivedi! Nikhil is Co-Founder & General Partner at Footwork, an early-stage focused venture firm in San Francisco. Footwork leads Seed and Series A rounds in companies with early signs of product-market fit, across both consumer technology and the consumerization of enterprise technology.The firm was founded in 2021 and is investing its second fund, with $400M of AUM. Footwork’s portfolio companies include Elicit, Felt, GPTZero, Tracksuit, Watershed, and WindBorne. Nikhil was previously a M...
2025-12-0255 min
TrailblazersJeffrey Bussgang: GP and Co-Founder of Flybridge Capital PartnersThis week, we chat with Jeffrey Bussgang! Jeff has spent his career at the intersection of startup experimentation and transformative technology. For over a decade, he has taught one of Harvard Business School’s most popular entrepreneurship courses, Launching Tech Ventures, where he's helped thousands of founders build and scale successful companies. As co-founder of Flybridge Capital Partners (a leading seed VC fund with over $1 billion under management), he and his partners were early to recognize AI’s potential to transform startups, evolving the f...
2025-11-2548 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Starting a VC Fund 101Welcome back to Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In this week’s solo episode, host Erica Wenger dives into Starting a VC Fund 101, breaking down the real reasons why you might want to start a fund, what it actually takes to launch one, and the lessons she’s learned from being in the trenches herself.From structuring your first fund to navigating LP conversations and finding your unique edge, Erica shares insider tips and hard-earned insights that every aspiring fund manager should hear.If you’...
2025-11-2132 min
TrailblazersAnkur Nagpal: Founder of CarryAnkur is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of Carry, a modern platform helping business owners build durable wealth through smarter tax strategies and long-term financial systems.He’s also the founder of Vibe Capital, a $100M venture fund backing bold founders across the U.S., India, and beyond, and the creator of Silly Money, a fast-growing newsletter and community helping people beat the game of capitalism.Before that, Ankur founded Teachable, the groundbreaking platform that empowered over 100,000 creators to turn their expertise into income—helping them earn over...
2025-11-1848 min
TrailblazersAmber Atherton: Partner at PatronThis week, we chat with Amber Atherton!Amber is a British entrepreneur and investor based in San Francisco. She’s a Partner at Patron, an early-stage venture capital firm shaping the future of gaming and online communities, and the Founder of The Atherton Award, which honors young women pursuing careers in STEM and entrepreneurship.A lifelong builder, Amber began coding as a kid in Hong Kong before founding Zyper, a Y Combinator–backed community software startup that used NLP and computer vision to connect creators and thei...
2025-11-1155 minTrailblazersDes Traynor: Co-Founder of IntercomThis week, we chat with Des Traynor! Des is the Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Intercom, the company behind Fin.ai, and he also sits on Intercom’s board of directors. Over the years, Des has led teams across Product, Marketing, Customer Support, and Content, playing a key role in shaping Intercom into one of the most influential customer communication platforms in the world. Today, he oversees Intercom’s R&D team, based in Dublin and London.Before founding Intercom, Des was a UX consultant, a un...
2025-11-041h 01
TrailblazersAmanda Goetz: Exited Founder and Author of "Toxic Grit"This week, we chat with Amanda Goetz! Amanda Goetz is a 2x Founder, CEO and 4x CMO. She is an inspirational writer and content creator captivating millions of people every month through her social insights and newsletter “Life’s a Game”. Amanda graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and went on to lead marketing teams at Ernst & Young, The Knot and still advises as Fractional CMO to multiple startups. She started...
2025-10-281h 00
TrailblazersRex Woodbury: Founder and Managing Partner of Daybreak!This week, we chat with Rex Woodbury! Rex is the Founder and Managing Partner of Daybreak, an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York. Daybreak is a first-check firm built on the belief that the companies shaping the future will be those improving the lives of the next generation.Before starting Daybreak, Rex was a Partner at Index Ventures, where he invested in consumer technology and the creators building online communities. Beyond investing, Rex is also the writer behind Digital Native, a...
2025-10-2151 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Hot Takes on Venture CapitalWelcome back to Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In this week’s solo episode, host Erica Wenger shares her hot takes on venture capital the unspoken takes that many in the industry quietly know but rarely say out loud.From fundraising dynamics to investor-founder relationships, Erica unpacks the realities that shape how VC really works behind the scenes beyond the headlines and polished pitch decks.If you’ve ever wondered what people in v...
2025-10-1728 minTrailblazersAvni Barman: Founder of Gen She!This week, we chat with Avni Barman! Avni is the CEO and Founder of Gen She, a media company and fund empowering a community of over 700,000 women across Instagram, TikTok, a newsletter, a podcast, and a job board. Through Gen She, Avni writes $50K–$100K checks into ventures that directly help their audience rise to the top 1%, driving real impact for the next generation of women leaders.Before launching Gen She, Avni spent over four years in Big Tech as an engineer and product manager experience that now fuels her...
2025-10-1457 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Why Every Founder Needs to Write a ManifestoWelcome back to Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In this week’s solo episode, host Erica Wenger dives into why every founder should have a manifesto a clear, written declaration of what they stand for and where they’re headed.Erica breaks down three key benefits of writing one and walks you through five actionable steps to get started. She also makes a compelling case for the power of thoughtful, long-form writing not just as a...
2025-10-0721 min
TrailblazersMaya Bakhai: Founder of Spice Capital!This week, we chat with Maya Bakhai! Maya Bakhai is the founder of Spice Capital, a first-yes fund investing at pre-seed and seed. Maya's Fund II is a $25M Fund that will invest in ~40 companies with check sizes ranging from $250k-$750k. Spice Capital has over 50 companies in the portfolio including Beehiiv, MUBI, Prosper Health, Hype, Skej, and more.In the last 8 years, Maya has backed 100+ founders.. Prior to starting Spice...
2025-09-3039 minTrailblazersKatie Stanton: The Woman Behind Moxxie VC!This week, we chat with Katie Stanton!Katie is the Founder and General Partner of Moxxie Ventures. Katie is an investor, operator, board member, and proud mom of three kids and two “poorly-trained” dogs. She has built her career leading teams at Yahoo, Google, Twitter, and Color, and also served in the Obama White House and Clinton State Department.As Found...
2025-09-2354 minTrailblazersAli Kriegsman: 8-Figure Exited Founder and Author of "The Raise"This week, we chat with Ali Kriegsman! Ali is a writer, entrepreneur, and business strategist whose work lives at the intersection of brand building, storytelling, and sales. At just 24, she co-founded Bulletin, a retail technology company that reimagined how premium brands and retailers connect. Bulletin went on to be acquired by Emerald [NYSE:EEX], the largest B2B events company in the United States, in a $10 million deal.Since then, Ali has helped founders...
2025-09-1657 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Trailblazers Official Launch!Welcome to the very first episode of Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In our very first episode, our host, Erica Wenger sets the stage for what’s ahead redefining what it means to be a trailblazer and introducing the bold, unconventional voices you’ll hear on this show.This is the starting point for conversations with contrarian tech leaders who challenge the norm, break barriers, and build in unexpected ways.
2025-09-0918 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Season 4 RecapThis week, our host Erica Wenger wraps up an incredible Season 4 of Dear Twentysomething! 🎉Join us as we reflect on some of the most memorable guests and standout moments from the season. Erica shares her takeaways, favorite conversations, and the wisdom we’ve gathered along the way. Plus, a sneak peek at what’s in store for Season 5!Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or just discovered the show, this episode is the perfect way to celebrate how far w...
2025-05-0603 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Tips for Navigating Career in Your 20sThis week, our host, Erica Wenger, shares practical and honest advice on how to navigate your career in your 20s—drawing from her own journey through college, her first job, working in VC, podcast hosting, and more!In this episode, Erica breaks down the big things that helped her build momentum early in her career—from actively absorbing information to putting herself in rooms with the right people.Whether you're in business or not, the lessons shared here are widely applicable. Erica talks about the importance of staying curious, bein...
2025-04-1520 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Fundraising 101 for Early Stage FoundersThis week, our host, Erica Wenger, shares a number of practical and unconventional tips on how to fundraise effectively as an early-stage founder!In this episode, Erica breaks down the fundraising process beyond the typical advice, offering insights on how to approach investors, craft a compelling narrative, and stand out in a crowded market. She challenges common misconceptions about fundraising and highlights creative strategies founders can use to secure capital—whether through unconventional networking, alternative funding sources, or leveraging unique market positioning....
2025-03-2620 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My "Getting Off The Alphabet Train" Essay Deep DiveThis week our host, Erica Wenger, chats about her most recent essay: Getting Off The Alphabet Train!On this episode Erica dives into her newest essay which challenges the traditional VC funding model. Getting off the Alphabet Train explores the shift away from traditional VC funding, where startups chase valuations through seed and Series rounds.Instead, a new wave of “elephant” companies is prioritizing profitability, community-driven growth, and long-term sustainability over constant fundraising. The essay highlights how changing market conditions and...
2025-03-0512 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Tips for Throwing a Curated Tech EventThis week, our host, Erica Wenger, goes solo to break down the secrets to hosting a standout curated tech event.From timing it just right to crafting the perfect guest list. Erica shares insider tips on how to create an event that’s both high-value and high-impact. You’ll learn what makes a great tech gathering, how to foster meaningful conversations, and the key elements that separate a forgettable meetup from an exclusive must-attend experience.
2025-02-1813 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Reflections from 2024 & Hopes for 2025This week our host, Erica Wenger, takes a step back to reflect on the highs, lows, and lessons of 2024 while looking ahead to the opportunities of 2025.In this episode, she shares her personal process for year-end reflection, breaking it down into eight fool-proof buckets to help you identify what went well, what didn’t, and how to grow. From celebrating wins to recalibrating for the future, she provides actionable insights and tools to help you visioncast your best year yet.
2025-01-1410 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My "Elephants in the Wild" Essay Deep DiveThis week our host, Erica Wenger, chats about her most recent essay: Elephants in the Wild!On this episode Erica dives into her newest essay which draws a parallel between the Ironman Triathlon and successful startups, focusing on the qualities that create strong, long-lasting brands.Using the Ironman community as an example, Erica highlights how Elephants—those built on social attraction, mission-driven growth, and public transparency—foster deep loyalty through identity, community, and shared culture.
2024-10-2219 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Welcome to Season 4!This week, our host, Erica Wenger, welcomes us to the 4th season of Dear Twentysomething!In this season opener, Erica sets the stage for what's to come—real conversations, inspiring stories, and the honest reflections that every twentysomething needs.Get ready to dive into another season filled with wisdom, growth, and the occasional laugh as we navigate the ups and downs of this transformative decade together.
2024-09-0308 min
TrailblazersWelcome to Season 4 of Dear Twentysomething!Welcome to Season 4 of Dear Twentysomething! The Dear Twentysomething podcast started because we wanted to create a space for ambitious and curious twentysomethings to connect with the successful changemakers they most look up to.A bit about me (your host!)... I'm Erica Wenger, a twentysomething entrepreneur and investor, and I'm so grateful for this badass community of twentysomethings who are here to get knowledge and be inspired!While the twenties can be a time full of questions and doubts, we’re here to humanize the whole thing. You’ll hear from successful trailblazers who come on to...
2024-08-3101 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Season 3 Recap and Season 4 Sneak PeekThis week our host, Erica Wenger, recaps Dear Twentysomething Season 3! On this 100th episode of Dear Twentysomething, we look back on the 3 most popular solo and guest episodes of this season! Stay tuned for Dear Twentysomething Season 4! Follow Us!Erica Wenger: @erica_wengerDear Twentysomething: @deartwentysomething
2023-12-1210 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My Elephant DNA Essay Deep DiveThis week our host, Erica Wenger, chats about her most recent essay: Elephant DNA!On this episode Erica dives into the formula to know if your company has "elephant DNA". She goes through the concept of Elephant startups characterized by their transformation of customers into members and the cultivation of communities, examining the primary drivers of these companies, particularly their community-driven nature.Read the essay here: ELEPHANT DNA
2023-11-2812 min
TrailblazersTara Bosch: Founder of SmartSweetsTara Bosch made Canadian history by scaling her company to be the fastest growing CPG brand founded by a solo female founder...ever. When a love affair with candy devolved into an unhealthy relationship with food, Tara became inspired by a conversation with her grandmother about the detrimental effects of sugar. She soon dropped out of college to fulfill her dream: to create the future of candy. SmartSweets can now be fo...
2023-11-2034 min
TrailblazersKimmy Scotti: Founder of 8VC & Fig.1 BeautyThis week we chat with Kimmy Scotti! Kimmy Scotti is co-founder and CEO of skincare company Fig.1, and founding partner at venture capital fund, 8VC. As an investor, serial entrepreneur and mother of twin boys, Kimmy’s endeavors are multifaceted. As a founding partner at 8VC, a technology and life sciences investment firm, Kimmy invests in category-disrupting brands at the intersection of healthcare and consumer. She has invested in category defining companies including Blink Health, Maven, Oula, Hill House Home and Seed....
2023-11-0641 min
TrailblazersHalloween Episode: Scary Myths about FundraisingAs a Halloween special for this week, our host, Erica Wenger talks about the unsettling myths surrounding fundraising and venture capital.On this episode Erica shares her 2 cents on what people get wrong about fundraising and Venture Capital. Erica delves into the common misconceptions that often mislead aspiring entrepreneurs and offers valuable insights to demystify the world of fundraising, and hopefully help you get ready to navigate the intricacies of VC and fundraising with confidence!
2023-10-3019 min
TrailblazersB. Pagels-Minor: Founding GP at DVRGNT VenturesThis week we chat with the one of a kind, B. Pagels-Minor! Erica and B know each other as solo GPs in the early stage venture capital world. In this episode, B shares how they've navigated various industries (including the world of venture as of recently), especially as a non-binary person of color. B has an amazing story, and we were so honored to have them on the pod!B. is an award-winning product strategist, podcast host, startup advisor and investor, executive coach, and a re...
2023-10-2444 min
TrailblazersMike Jones: Founder of Science Inc. & Fmr CEO of MyspaceThis week we chat with Mike Jones! Mike is co-founder and managing director of Science, a Los Angeles-based multi-asset investment firm partnering with and investing in disruptive consumer technology companies in traditional venture equity and blockchain investments. As a serial entrepreneur, Mike has built, invested in and been on the board of consumer tech companies like Dollar Shave Club, Liquid Death, and PlayVS. Science’s blockchain practice has invested in Web3 startups such as Dapper Labs, RealBlocks and Protego Trust, which is one of just thre...
2023-10-1745 min
TrailblazersAngel Investing EXPLAINED ft. Brian Nichols: Active Angel Investor & Founder of Hustle Fund's Angel SquadThis week we’re talking all things angel investing with the enthusiastic & knowledgable, Brian Nichols. In this explained episode, Erica and Brian chat through what exactly angel investing is, who can be an angel investor, how to get deal flow, how to evaluate startups once you get that deal flow, and so much more. Most importantly, Brian shares his story as an angel investor and why/how he joined the Hustle Fund team to build Angel Squad.Over the last decade, Brian has helped build Lyft...
2023-10-1050 min
TrailblazersCommunity Design EXPLAINED ft. Gina Bianchini: Founder of Mighty NetworksThis week we’re talking all things community design with the expert on all things community, Gina Bianchini. In this explained episode, Erica and Gina chat through the founding story of Mighty Networks (Gina's company), her community design framework, the difference between a community and an audience, and so much more. Gina gives a masterclass on how to build a scalable, self-sustaining community.Gina Bianchini is the Founder & CEO of Mighty Networks. Her mission at Mighty Networks is to usher in a new era of digit...
2023-10-0338 min
TrailblazersMembership Economy EXPLAINED ft. Robbie Kellman Baxter: Author of The Membership Economy and The Forever TransactionThis week we’re talking the membership economy with the knowledgable expert, Robbie Kellman Baxter. In this explained episode, Erica and Robbie chat through what exactly the membership economy is, why Robbie thinks those companies are best set up for success in the coming decade, and how Robbie coins terminology that the industry adopts. She has a fascinating path starting off in consulting and carving her niche as the world's expert on the membership economy.Robbie Kellman Baxter helps companies leverage subscription pricing, digital communities, and fr...
2023-09-2646 min
TrailblazersLee Anne Grant: Chief Growth Officer at BabylistThis week we chat with Lee Anne Grant! Lee Anne has been an executive at various consumer companies and has launched numerous new products and businesses in her career. She’s passionate about helping companies grow revenue in a profitable, thoughtful, and aggressive way.Currently, Lee Anne Grant manages the sales and marketing team at Babylist, the leading vertical marketplace and commerce destination for baby- responsible for driving profitable revenue through community growth, partnerships, and the development of n...
2023-09-1948 min
TrailblazersFundraising EXPLAINED ft. Robbie Crabtree: Founder of Competitive StorytellingThis week we’re talking fundraising with the enthusiastic storytelling expert, Robbie Crabtree. In this explained episode, Erica and Robbie chat through Robbie's fascinating story and his advice for founders who plan to or are actively fundraising. He gives away a lot of his proprietary tips in this episode that he normally reserves just for his clients. If you are a founder or VC raising $ anytime soon, you don't want to miss this episode!Robbie Crabtree spent the first seven years of his career as a tria...
2023-09-1252 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Breaking into Venture CapitalThis week our host, Erica Wenger, chats about one of the questions she gets asked most often... how to break into venture capital?On this episode Erica talks through why someone would want to break into the industry, what types of people would thrive and in what roles (hint: pretty much anyone can find their place!), and my miscellaneous tips for someone who has that as a future goal. I share the behind-the-scenes on how I did it (working for a fund and then starting my own) and...
2023-09-0522 min
TrailblazersAli Partovi: CEO of Neo, Co-Founder of Code.org, Angel InvestorThis week we chat with fellow twin, Ali Partovi! Ali Partovi is CEO of Neo, a diverse community of tech veterans coming together to invest in the leaders of tomorrow. Neo identifies awesome undergrads, connects them with other community members, and invests in companies they start or join. Ali was born in Tehran and lived through the Iran-Iraq war. He studied CS at Harvard. His first startup, LinkExchange, was acquired in 1998. He has backed Airbnb, Dropbox, Facebook, & Uber. He co-founded Code.org to promote CS education. Ali is pa...
2023-08-2952 min
TrailblazersEgg Freezing EXPLAINED ft. Lauren Makler: Founder of Co-FertilityThis week we’re talking egg freezing with the extremely inspiring Lauren Makler. Lauren Makler is the Co-founder and CEO of Cofertility. Her winding road of a fertility journey led her to believe that everyone should have the opportunity to freeze their eggs –and that the egg donation experience should be made more positive and human-centered for everyone involved. Lauren also founded Uber Health, a product that enables healthcare organizations to leverage Uber’s driver network to improve healthcare outcomes through patient transportation and delivery. Under her...
2023-08-2245 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Why I Moved to NYC!This week we chat about why our host, Erica Wenger, decided to move from LA to NYC!It's a tough decision to leave comfort (family, friends, amazing apartment, great weather), but after lots of consideration, it was time to make the leap. The tech scene in NYC these days is buzzing and for those of you looking to be in the heart of the energy, a move may be in store.On this episode Erica talks through...
2023-08-1512 min
TrailblazersVC/Founder PR 101 EXPLAINED ft. Jenna Birch: Founder of Sisu Brand & PRThis week we’re talking all things public relations for founders & VCs with the knowledgable Jenna Birch. Jenna Birch is the founder of Sisu Brand & PR, a communications consultancy serving both venture capital firms and startups. She has previously worked as the VP, Narrative & Communications at NFX, as well as the Head of Content & Communications at Forerunner, crafting inventive marketing and PR strategies for both firms. In those roles, she's also worked with startups across sectors like consumer, enterprise, SaaS, bio, digital health, travel, crypto, fintech/e...
2023-08-0846 min
TrailblazersMiri Buckland: Founder of LANDINGThis week we chat with Miri Buckland! In this episode, Miri and Erica talk about how they each define creativity and how Miri's business, Landing, was created to help members find their inner creative voice. She shares the origin stories of the business (originally was targeting interior designers!) and what it's been like to scale their community and uncover trends before the rest of the world sees them (ex. tomato girl summer, which you can learn about in the episode)!
2023-08-0143 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My Fund Thesis - Backing Elephants, Not UnicornsThis week we chat about the investing thesis that our host, Erica Wenger, has crafted for her venture fund! She's backing the next generation of elephant companies (not unicorns) and she walks explains the thesis here in her foundational essay.She shares why every VC (and even founder too!) should craft a thoughtful long-form foundational essay with a unique, clear point of view. It's not easy to be differentiated in an industry with so many businesses and so many funds, so it's essential to craft...
2023-07-2524 min
TrailblazersChristie Pitts: Co-Founder of VCs for Repro & VP of Ops at MahmeeThis week we chat with Christie Pitts! In this episode, Christie and Erica talk about the maternal health crisis that's facing the United States and is significantly worse among POC. Christie has taken this passion and kickstarted an ops role at the startup Mahmee and co-founded VCs for Repro to build a coalition of VCs who are united to support access to abortion. She's a wealth of knowledge on the topic and was open about her journey into the tech world....
2023-07-1842 min
TrailblazersSteph Mui: Founder of PINThis week we chat with Steph Mui! In this episode, Steph and Erica talk about how Steph was an inventor/entrepreneur from a VERY early age (shoutout to her school system for encouraging it!) and why she accidentally fell into being a founder after starting a community-based fund at business school. She has an amazing story and she's just getting started!Steph is the founder of PIN (Power in Numbers), a VC-backed company that enables communities of pe...
2023-07-1148 min
TrailblazersRobbie Shattuck: Founder of ATHOS Wealth (Multi-Family Office)This week we chat with Robbie Shattuck! Robbie Shattuck is the Founder & CEO of ATHOS Private Wealth, a multi-family office and premier financial services community for innovative venture-backed early-stage founders. ATHOS guides entrepreneurs and venture investors through the multiple stages of building their family offices by advising on estate planning, financial management, and other personal financial needs well before others are willing to work with them. Robbie is an active private investor, managing four hybrid venture funds and in...
2023-07-0452 min
TrailblazersDr. Catherine Chang: Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon & Founder of NakedBeautyMDThis week we chat with Dr. Catherine Chang! Dr. Catherine Chang, a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and craniofacial specialist, takes an uncommon approach to cosmetic surgery, combining artistry with technical expertise to produce the most natural, harmonious results. In her private practice at Privé Beverly Hills, Dr. Chang describes her work as “surgery that doesn’t look surgical.” She hides incisions to make them undetectable to the naked eye. She is a powerful female surgeon with an incredible roster of clients in an industry filled with men. In March...
2023-06-2746 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My CRM WalkthroughThis week we chat all things CRMs (aka customer relationship management platforms), with our host, Erica Wenger!It's hard to keep track of your personal and business contacts when you're meeting so many new people all the time. That's where a CRM comes in handy! You can keep track of all contacts with detailed notes, to do items, and all synced up with email, calendars, social platforms, and more.On this...
2023-06-2120 min
TrailblazersDr. Shereene Idriss: Dermatologist, Content Creator, & Founder of PillowTalkDermThis week we chat with Dr. Shereene Idriss! Shereene is unlike her peers. In a time when top-name dermatologists have signed on as corporate-brand figureheads, joining in on false marketing hype to appear relevant, Dr. Idriss has become a household name for doing just the opposite. She rose to organic fame through her #PillowtalkDerm series on Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube for candidly speaking about skincare, sharing the science-based truth behind it all. In doing so, she amassed a following of 1 million+ “skin nerds” across IG, YT and TT, who c...
2023-06-1448 min
TrailblazersSobriety EXPLAINED ft. Brooke LeBlanc: Founder of EdgeThis week we’re talking sobriety with the incredible Brooke LeBlanc. Brooke is the Founder & CEO of Edge, a consumer health tech startup on a mission to help you cut back or quit drinking. Through her experience in tech sales and 2+ year sobriety journey, she's helped coach dozens of people to abstain from drinking. Now she's building a team to productize her learnings and using technology to allow you to track your Blood Alcohol Content in realtime to tell a fuller picture of your drinking consum...
2023-06-0643 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: 2023 Broadway Shows Recap!This week we chat all things Broadway, with our host, Erica Wenger!While we hear Broadway praise all the time, what exactly is it all about? Broadway is a boulevard of famous theaters where people from all over the world travel to experience the 'pinnacle of theatrical artistry'. It is a luxury of an experience and our host is here to share all about it!On this episode Erica offers an...
2023-05-3038 min
TrailblazersMy Childhood BFF Lindsay Feder & I on 'Female Friendship'This week we chat with childhood best friend, Lindsay Feder.Lindsay is the childhood best friend of our host, Erica! We're bringing you a special and heartfelt episode this week as the two talk all about 'female friendships.' Conversations of overcoming obstacles, sustainability, and shared memories are just the beginning.Twentysomethings, listen now for an hour of friendship and tips for women in their twenties who are aiming to maintain friendships for a lifetime with our...
2023-05-2437 min
TrailblazersKatharine Lau: CEO & Co-Founder of Stuf StorageThis week we chat with the innovative, Katharine Lau!Katharine is the CEO and Co-Founder of Stuf, one of 'Fast Company’s' World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2022. She was named to 'Inc. Magazine’s' Female Founders 100 list in the same year. Katharine is passionate about reinventing consumer experiences in the physical world and leads the company’s strategic vision and overall strategy in transforming the self-storage industry. From 2015-2020, Katharine led supply growth at Industrious, the nation’s largest p...
2023-05-1638 min
TrailblazersMargaret Wishingrad: Founder of Three Wishes CerealThis week we chat with the innovative and creative, Margaret Wishingrad!Margaret is the Co-founder and CEO of Three Wishes, a "healthy-while-delicious" cereal. Margaret has grown Three Wishes from an idea to a national brand, with retailers including: Whole Foods, Sprouts, Erewhon and many more. Before founding Three Wishes, Margaret was Chief of Staff at BigEyedWish, an ad-agency where she worked with Fortune 100 to seed-round startup businesses. After welcoming her first son, Ellis, Margaret discovered a space in the market for a nutritional cereal she wanted to feed...
2023-05-0946 min
TrailblazersMaika Isogawa: Founder of WebacyThis week we chat with the ambitious Maika Isagowa! Maika is the founder and CEO of Webacy, a platform for securing digital assets for the unexpected. Webacy began by exploring ways to protect blockchain-based assets with smart contracts. The team created infrastructure that could securely move assets in the event of an emergency, like death, all without the use of keys. With this foundation, Webacy began to expand into wallet safety, conditional-trigger products, and more. ...
2023-05-0239 min
TrailblazersMady Maio, Host of "36 Questions Later," Interviews EricaThis week we chat with “36 Questions Later” Podcast host, Mady Maio.Mady is the co-founder of Camber, co-host of Okay Sis Podcast, and the host of the new video podcast series, 36 Questions Later. The series features four blind dates, where strangers ask each other the “36 questions that lead to love.” The questions date back to a 1997 study and went viral in a New York Times article. In this new series, Mady finds out how the experiment holds up today; you can follow along by checking out 36 Q...
2023-04-2547 min
TrailblazersChristina Wallace: Serial Entrepreneur, TED Speaker, & Author of "The Portfolio Life"This week we chat with the successful serial entrepreneur, Christina Wallace!A self-described "human Venn diagram," Christina Wallace has crafted a career at the intersection of business, technology, and the arts. After a decade as a serial entrepreneur, she joined the faculty of Harvard Business School where she is the course head of the first-year entrepreneurship class and runs the HBS Startup Bootcamp. Her latest book is The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build A Life Bigger Than Your Business Card (Hachette, April 2023)....
2023-04-1851 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Bootstrapping vs Raising Venture CapitalThis week we’re talking all about Bootstrapping vs. Raising VC Money for a start-up with our host, Erica Wenger! Having established three successful start-up businesses of her own and now entering the world of venture capital, Erica offers an inside scoop into the world of raising money for start-up businesses. While there are several different routes concerning this topic, Erica is here to share her tips, tricks, advice, and solutions with us this week! In this epis...
2023-04-1124 min
TrailblazersYasmin Moaven: CMO of PipeThis week we chat with the ambitious, Yasmin Moaven!Yasmin is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Pipe, one of the fastest growing fintech's in history. Leading all marketing, communications, partnerships, and investor-relation efforts, Yasmin builds and establishes recurring revenue as a new asset class.In this episode, Yas shares her decade of experience managing and running marketing, communications and investor relations for both publicly traded and emerging private technology companies. Prior to joining Pipe, she was...
2023-04-0445 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Angel vs. LP Investing 101This week we’re talking all about Angel & Limited Partnership (LP) Investments with our host, Erica Wenger! Having worked on several successful start-up businesses of her own and now entering the world of venture capital, Erica has experienced both sides of the coin and is here to talk all about it. If you’re curious about investing your money in any capacity, this is the episode for you! In this episode, Erica...
2023-03-2928 min
TrailblazersSiff Haider: Founder of ArraeThis week we chat with the ambitious, Siff Haider!Siff is an entrepreneur, host of Dear Media's The Dream Bigger Podcast and Co-Founder + CEO of Arrae, a holistic wellness brand that features 100% Naturopathic Doctor-formulated Bloat + Calm Alchemy Capsules, designed to supercharge your digestion and relax your mind. Prior to launching Arrae in March 2020, Siff spent her time in the publishing industry working for ELLE Canada, and then moved on to launch a successful blog titled Icing & Glitter, which she launched in 2016.
2023-03-2150 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Welcome to Season 3 & Life UpdateTwentysomethings, we are so excited to have you back for a third season and what better way to get started than with a solo episode with our host, Erica Wenger!In this episode, Erica reflects back throughout the seasons and touches on bits of progress and the personal growth that has been achieved since then. There is a lot of hard work going on behind the scenes, and the countdown for Erica's big announcement regarding her next business venture has begun...
2023-03-1410 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Season 2 Recap & Season 3 Sneak PeekThis week we’re wrapping up season 2 of your favorite podcast; bringing you a finale of reflection and excitement with our host, Erica Wenger! Highlighting some of the best moments of season 2, Erica reflects on explained episodes, special guest interviews, and her own personal growth looking back on this season! Listen in for a sneak peek on what's to come as she ventures into season 3... Twentysomethings, it's been quite the season! Be sure to follow us on Ins...
2023-01-1733 min
TrailblazersAshley Summer: Founder of QuiltThis week we chat with the remarkable Ashley Sumner.Ashley is the CEO & Founder of Quilt, a social platform for meaningful friendships. Ashley’s startup career started 12 years ago in NYC at a matchmaking company. With an intuitive ability to bring people together, she turned her passion into a career as a community developer for brands such as Wanderlust and Breakout, which ultimately led to the creation of Quilt.Quilt is not your typical wellness company... but rather a social network for supportive conversations and spon...
2023-01-1050 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: 2022 Reflections & 2023 Goal SettingThis week, we're stating the new year off right with an episode from our host, Erica Wenger!Let's take an hour to reflect back on this last year together... Erica recalls her personal and professional accomplishments along with the lessons learned along the way.How can we use last years' experiences as a foundation for the goals we want to set and achieve this year? Erica is here to break this down and covers it all in...
2023-01-0327 min
TrailblazersShivani Siroya: Founder & CEO of TalaThis week we chat with Shivana Siroya!Shivani Siroya is the founder and CEO of Tala, the leading financial technology company in emerging markets. Prior to founding Tala, Shivani held a variety of positions in global health and micro-finance and investment banking. Millions of people have borrowed through Tala's smartphone app, which provides instant personalized credit to under-served customers in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Tala is backed by leading venture and impact investors, including PayPal, Revolution, IVP, and more... Earlier this year, Forbes named Tala as one...
2022-12-2748 min
TrailblazersPersonal Finance EXPLAINED ft. Maia Monell: Founder of Nav.itThis week we chat with the expert on all things Personal Finance, Maia Monell. Founder, Maia Monell, is shaking up the financial technology space (industry defined as fintech) through Nav.it. Founded in 2018, Nav.it provides personalized financial coaching to create lasting behavioral change around financial habits. Through daily check-ins, insights, and community conversations empower users to live financially well. Maia is devoted to closing wealth gaps perpetuated by a system not built for the majority of America and believes that financial wellbeing is an integral part of c...
2022-12-201h 06
TrailblazersAlexa Von Tobel: Founding Partner At Inspired Capital & Founder of LearnVestThis week we chat with finance mogul, Alexa Von Tobel.Alexa von Tobel, CFP® is the founder and managing partner of Inspired Capital and the New York Times-Bestselling Author of Financially Fearless and Financially Forward. Founded in 2019, Inspired Capital is a $500M early-stage venture capital firm that invests across categories of innovation. Prior to Inspired Capital, Alexa founded LearnVest in 2008 with the goal of helping people make progress on their money. After raising nearly $75 million in venture capital, LearnVest was acquired by Northwestern Mutual in Ma...
2022-12-1344 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Art of Cold OutreachThis week we’re covering the secret hustle to success with our host, Erica Wenger! Erica built and sold her first business, gathered speakers for a womens’ summit, established a podcast, and invested in real estate all using the method of cold outreach. What is cold outreach? How does this method work in practicality? What are the secrets behind this gem of success? This week, she’s here to uncover it all!In this episode, Erica recalls one of...
2022-12-0626 min
TrailblazersLaura Wasser: Celebrity Divorce Attorney & Chief of Divorce Evolution At Divorce.ComThis week we chat with renowned celebrity divorce attorney, Laura Wasser.Laura is a family law expert, author, entrepreneur, and Chief of Divorce Evolution at Divorce.com. Laura has made it her driving purpose to help people divorce through less combative, more affordable modern solutions—in large part by founding online divorce service It’s Over Easy, which was folded into Divorce.com’s expansive platform in 2022. Finding common cause with Divorce.com, Laura also joined as Chief of Divorce Evolution, empowering her to share her passion for easing...
2022-11-2947 min
TrailblazersEnneagram EXPLAINED ft. Leah Elias: Co-founder of the Enneagram StudioThis week we chat with the expert on “Enneagrams”, Leah Elias. Leah studied Chinese at the University of Michigan as a means to challenge herself and spent her first five years post-grad in Beijing, cultivating the skills that landed her a Chief of Staff position. While achieving success and strides on paper, she found herself struggling with burnouts in her twenties. Leah was introduced to the Enneagram when she was looking to free herself from her lifelong struggle with perfectionism. This discovery was so profound and e...
2022-11-2250 min
TrailblazersEmily Ruhl: Founder of Public School PicturesThis week we chat with the young and ambitious model-turned-writer and producer, Emily Ruhl. Emily is the founder of Public School Pictures, a full-service creative studio currently producing her first TV series, 13th Stepping. Before venturing into the world of film and production, Emily was the face of our favorite magazine prints and makeup lines for nearly a decade, starting at only age thirteen! Transitioning from the spotlight of the fashion and beauty industry to her role behind the scenes in film, this episode covers i...
2022-11-1548 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My Personal Finance JourneyThis week we’re talking all about finances with our host, Erica Wenger! Everything from making money, to spending, saving, and investing… Erica covers it all this week taking us back to the beginning of her personal finance journey. Establishing her perspective and relationship with money throughout the way, we see her personal evolution with finances and the role it plays in her career in social entrepreneurship. In this episode, Erica takes...
2022-11-0837 min
TrailblazersMelissa Ben-Ishay: Founder of "Baked By Melissa"This week we chat with culinary and business genius, Melissa Ben-Ishay. Melissa Ben-Ishay is the founder of Baked by Melissa, the New York City-based dessert brand famous for its handcrafted, bite-size cupcakes in a wide variety of ever-changing flavors. The company ships nationwide, operates 14 stores and has sold over 150 million cupcakes. Every bite-size treat is still made by hand using only the most delicious ingredients. Melissa has been profiled in People, Forbes, Inc., Business Insider, has been featured on The Tamron Hall Show, Today Show, and more. In October of 2017, she released her first cookbook, Cakes by Me...
2022-11-0151 min
TrailblazersDEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) EXPLAINED ft. Mariah Driver: Senior Product Inclusion & Equity Manager At AdobeThis week we chat with the woman on all things "DEI", Mariah Driver. DEI, or "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" is entering the workspace at rapid speed, and thankfully so! Mariah Driver was formerly the Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Webflow, where she worked to design systems and experiences that enabled everyone to show up authentically and grow to their full potential.In this explained episode, the pair uncover Mariah's...
2022-10-2537 min
TrailblazersCarolyn Yachanin: Founder & CEO of Copina Co.This week we chat with the queen of the holistic beauty approach, Carolyn Yachanin. Carolyn is the founder and CEO of Copina Co., a plant-based boost blend line formulated by herbalists supporting the body’s natural collagen production and shifting the beauty industry from the inside out. Years of harsh acne medications left her skin dry and depleted with her gut health in shambles; here was the start of Carolyn’s journey to Copina Co. as she grew to believe that the new focus of beaut...
2022-10-1848 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Launching a Podcast 101This week we’re bringing you the episode you’ve all been waiting for with our host, Erica Wenger! The host of our favorite podcast is here to breakdown every element of the networking platform of our generation. Why podcasts? How do I start one? What are your favorites? This week Erica covers it all… In this episode, Erica goes step by step into launching a podcast of your own and offers various inside-scoop tips for a successful venture into this new space. Taking us from an...
2022-10-1137 min
TrailblazersHelene Servillon: Investor & Founder of JourneyOne VenturesThis week we chat with the businesswoman of all things cannabis, Helene Servillon. Helene Servillon is the Founding Partner of JourneyOne Ventures, a 100% woman and minority owned early stage cannabis fund that invests in founders with prior executive-level management experience in cannabis or tangential industries. She is also a Senior Advisor to Bowen's cannabis practice, a Boston based investment bank.In this episode, the pair reveal how Helene combines her niche f...
2022-10-0449 min
TrailblazersPersonal Branding EXPLAINED ft. Jessica Zweig: Founder & CEO of Simply Be Agency and Author of "Be"This week we chat with the queen of personal branding, Jessica Zweig. Jessica Zweig is the CEO of the Simply Be Agency, an internationally award winning personal branding firm with offices in Chicago and Nashville, serving clients across the globe. She is the author of #1 best selling book, “Be. - A No B.S. Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself.”Facilitating sold- out workshops and gl...
2022-09-2740 min
TrailblazersJustine Palefsky: Co-Founder of KindredThis week we chat with Justine Palefsky.Justine is the co-founder and CEO of Kindred, where she focuses on customer experience and brand. Before founding Kindred, Justine was part of the early team at Opendoor where she launched several markets, developed the home Trade-Up product, and scaled the company’s unique Self-Tour program. With years of business experience in her back pocket, Justine is here to tell us all about it!In...
2022-09-2059 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Social Entrepreneurship 101This week we’re bringing you the first solo episode of September with our host, Erica Wenger! The queen of social entrepreneurship herself is here to tell us all about what exactly this career entails while breaking down the ins and outs of her journey to success in her early twenties.In this episode, Erica offers concrete definitions and dives into the various elements that play into the world of social entrepreneurship. Bringing to lig...
2022-09-1335 min
TrailblazersIrene Forte: Founder & CEO of Irene Forte SkincareThis week we chat with Irene Forte. Irene is the founder and driving force behind Irene Forte Skincare, and a renowned leader in wellness. In 2018, Irene debuted her eponymous skincare line, which was initially launched into all Rocco Forte Spas and as hotel in-room amenities.In this episode, Irene takes us back to the start of her entrepreneurial journey touching on childhood dreams and ambitions of making money. Side jobs during s...
2022-09-0637 min
TrailblazersDating EXPLAINED ft. Ilana Dunn: Dating Expert & Podcast HostThis week we chat with Ilana Dunn, often referred to as “the face of modern dating.” She hosts Seeing Other People, a Top 100 Apple Relationships podcast and Spotify Top 50 Viral Podcast dedicated to helping people feel less alone and more empowered in their dating lives.Formerly the Face of Hinge and the host of Hinge’s “Dating Sucks” podcast which debuted at #3 on the Apple Podcasts US Relationship charts, Ilana helps individuals all over the world navigate the struggles of modern dating. Ilana also hosts the Snapchat show “Screening fo...
2022-08-3050 min
TrailblazersKarika Patel: CEO & ReFounder of Seed PhytonutrientsThis week we chat with Karika Patel. Karika is the CEO and ReFounder of Seed Phytonutrients, a family-run clean beauty brand on a mission to craft formulas that are trusted and trendy with minimal impact on the planet. From family vacations to the foothills of the Himalayas to source unique new raw materials to attending beauty trade shows as a little girl, Karika was practically raised by beauty-motivating and inspiring her to one day make her own dedicated place in the beauty universe.
2022-08-2355 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Navigating Job TransitionsThis week calls for another solo episode featuring the host herself, Erica Wenger! Whether it be desperation or curiosity, job transitions can be confusing and overwhelming. With several jobs beaming on her resume and having recently switched careers from her own startup business to venture capital, Erica is here to offer insight into the world of job transitioning. In this episode, Erica reveals her tips, tricks, and experiences when it comes to navigating job transitions. Breaking down this process into th...
2022-08-1625 min
TrailblazersErin Sharoni: Biologist & CPO of FOXO Technologies (Longevity Startup)This week we chat with Erin Sharoni. Erin Sharoni is the chief product officer (CPO) of FOXO Technologies Inc., a technology startup using the science of AI and epigenetics to reinvent the life insurance industry. Holding a master’s degree in biology from Harvard and a bachelor’s degree with honors in studio art from Wesleyan University, Erin now has more than 15 years of experience building products and brands in molecular health, media and finance. Prior to joining FOXO, she served at InsideTracker as a creative director and her p...
2022-08-0952 min
TrailblazersFitness EXPLAINED ft. Megan Roup: Founder of The Sculpt SocietyThis week we chat with Megan Roup, the queen of movement and fitness. Megan is known for her simplified dance cardio moves (that anyone at any level can feel successful doing), so she launched The Sculpt Society in 2017 by combining her passion for dance and love for fitness.Her programs include dance cardio and sculpting workouts that are designed to create long, lean, and strong bodies. Megan takes the pressure off of results and "before + afters" as it helps her community focus on finding the joy in movement and creates a...
2022-08-0243 min
TrailblazersSheri Salata: Former Executive Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show & Founder of The Support SystemThis week we chat with Sheri Salata.Both professional storyteller and world class producer, Sheri is currently the founder & CEO of The Support System, a private membership group for women dedicated to creating real life transformation AND Salata + Co, her personal development company offering acclaimed courses and retreats around the world. Her memoir, The Beautiful No: And Other Tales of Trial, Transcendence and Transformation is an Amazon Editor’s Choice Best Memoir and an Apple Must Listen audio book. In her previous career, Sheri spent 20 years in the la...
2022-07-2647 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: Managing Mental Health as an EntrepreneurThis week we’re back with another solo episode featuring the host herself, Erica Wenger! At just twenty-four years old with startup businesses of her own in her back pocket, a podcast, and her new chapter in venture capital, Erica faces the daily challenge of what it means to strive for balance. Like most of us, there never seems to be enough hours in the day to tackle the workload, and how often is the challenge of time management and burn-out at our own expense…...
2022-07-1922 min
TrailblazersEmma Bates: Co-Founder & CEO of DiemThis week we chat with Emma Bates. Emma Bates is the co-founder of new disruptive social media platform Diem, designed for women and non-binary people. Diem is a new social universe aiming to tackle the inequality that exists for women and non-binary folks IRL and on social media. Diem is providing a safe, alternative space for women & non-binary folks to share knowledge about the things we don’t talk about openly, marking a move away from performative content and towards a more equitable, personal experience. In this episode, the...
2022-07-1239 min
TrailblazersCommunity EXPLAINED ft. Kim Johnson: Head of Community At GenevaThis week we chat with Kim Johnson, evaluating the nature and relevance of Community itself and how it applies to the world of business and twentysomethings. Kim is the Head of Community at Geneva, an NYC based messaging app for groups, clubs, and communities of all shapes and sizes. Her work at Geneva focuses on helping brands, creators, and community leaders of all kinds build their communities from the ground up. Before joining the team at Geneva she built Community at Glossier from the ground up for five years.In this...
2022-07-0551 min
TrailblazersJessica Wenger McPhaul: Emmy-Nominated Costume Designer & Founder of NAKED REBELLIONThis week we chat with Jessica Wenger McPhaul. Jessica is an Emmy-nominated costume designer and the founder of NAKED REBELLION, a nude lingerie brand offering products for every shade on Earth. Having graduated from FIDM and spent over ten years in the Costumers’ Union moving from set to set, Jessica found the inspiration for her brand when faced with challenges in finding undergarments designed for all skin shades and body types. From “House of Cards” to NAKED REBELLION, Jessica’s here for an inside scoop on her journey to entrepreneurship!In this epi...
2022-06-2849 min
TrailblazersSolo Episode: My TEDx Talk ExperienceThis week we’re bringing you another solo episode with the host herself, Erica Wenger! Erica received a masters degree from USC in social entrepreneurship where she gave a TEDx Talk, pitching the idea of just how social entrepreneurship will change the world. TED is a non-profit organization aiming to change the world one idea at a time in the form of short, powerful talks. TEDx was designed to propel their tradition of informative story-telling into local communities making knowledge more accessible, and therefore more powerful. In this episode, Erica takes us b...
2022-06-2112 min
TrailblazersCourtney Claghorn: Co-Founder Of Sugared + BronzedThis week we chat with Courtney Claghorn. You probably know Courtney best as the Co-Founder of Sugared + Bronzed, everyone’s go-to sugaring hair removal and sunless tanning destination. Having revolutionized airbrush tanning with a proprietary solution and revived an all-natural, ancient Egyptian form of hair removal called sugaring, Courtney created the flawless destination we all know and love. With locations across California, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, this is just the beginning for Sugared + Bronzed. In this episode, the pair backtrack Courtney's journey to Sugared + Bronzed starting with her college experience bet...
2022-06-1444 min
TrailblazersNFTs EXPLAINED ft. Aleyna Dogan: Writer For VaynerNFT And Creator of NFTimesThis week we chat with Aleyna Dogan, breaking down the seemingly complex nature of NFTs, the web3 space, and why it's relevant to twentysomethings.Aleyna is both an entrepreneur and writer currently working at VaynerNFT. Having started NFTimes, the weekly comprehensive NFT newsletter last July, she continues to expand her role in the new web3 world. With a focus on the grave importance of techno-philosophy issues, she now consults and assists the on-boarding of artists, especially women, LGBTQ+ and people from other underrepresented groups into the web3 space.
2022-06-0746 min
TrailblazersAshley Merrill: Founder of Lunya And Lahgo, Co-Founder of The Deep, And Chairwoman of Outdoor VoicesThis week we chat with Ashley Merrill. As founder of Lunya and Lahgo, Ashley is reinventing sleepwear for modern women and men, respectively; both brands share a simple mission: to champion rest in people’s lives. Ashley is also cofounder of The Deep, a media platform that makes philosophy and personal exploration accessible through thought provoking questions, and the Chairwoman of Outdoor Voices. In this episode, the pair recall Ashley’s SoCal native upbringing and the choices and obstacles throughout her twenties that brought her fortune and success later down the road. Ashley recalls the i...
2022-05-3155 min
TrailblazersSeason 2 Premiere: What to Expect & Meet the HostThe million dollar question, Who is Erica Wenger? This week we kick off Season 2 with an introduction to the host herself, Erica Wenger! Last season, Erica interviewed different guests each episode with a heavy focus on their lives and careers during their twenties, breaking down individual journeys to success. We’re excited to welcome this new space for a behind-the-scenes look into the life of the host herself and listen in on some of Erica’s experiences during her twenties as she navigates her way through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and venture capital. For th...
2022-05-2422 min