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The Vertical SaaS PodcastWedges, Wrappers, and Alligator Blood: Nick Tippmann, Founder & GP at TipTop VC on Scaling Vertical SaaS and Spotting Real AIIn this episode of The Vertical SaaS Podcast, host Gavin Savage sits down with Nick Tippmann, Managing Director at TipTop Ventures and founding CMO of Greenlight Guru, to unpack what it really takes to scale, stand out, and survive in the world of vertical SaaS and AI.From scaling a medtech SaaS to tens of millions in ARR to backing the next generation of AI-native vertical products, Nick brings a rare blend of operator empathy and investor clarity. He shares the playbooks that still work, what founders get wrong about category creation, and why “AI wrappers” aren...2025-08-0646 min
Play Like A Jet: New York JetsEpisode 2,459 - Jets Training Camp Day #1 Recap w/Nick FariaScott Mason talks with Nick Faria of Athlon Sports to recap day #1 of Jets training camp!
Nick discusses an up and down day for Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson showing why he just got a big contract, some big plays by the defense, post practice presser highlights including words from Aaron Glenn, Justin Fields, and Joe Tippmann .......and much more!
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Slice PodcastThe Best of Slice: Top Lessons From Season 2Another 12 episodes later, and season 2 of the slice podcast has come to a close.We started the slice pod with a simple intention: to create a space where emerging managers could speak plainly about their strategy, yes, but also their doubts, lessons, and the behind-the-scenes mechanics of building a firm. We wanted real conversations about what it means to start a fund in this moment.Somewhere between the stories of first checks and fundraises, between LP pitch decks and GP advisory calls, a pattern began to emerge. The managers who stick with you, the ones...2025-07-0754 min
Austin NextHow Specificity in Vertical AI Rewrites Industries | Nick Tippmann, TipTop VCSpecificity isn’t just a design choice. It’s the differentiator when inches matter. Nick Tippmann, founding partner of TipTop VC, explains how vertical AI is rewriting the software industry by going deeper, not wider. From the transition beyond SaaS to the gray zone between foundational models and high-stakes applications, we explore how vertical AI can transform laggard industries and why Austin might lead the race. Episode HighlightsWhat Vertical AI Really MeansSpecificity as the New MoatFounders, Not Just ModelsWhen General AI FailsSeed-Strapping Real or NotRewriting Pricing LogicVertical AI Talent MixRedefining TAM in Niche MarketsScaling without Overs...2025-06-1158 min
Slice PodcastS2E3: Vertical SaaS 3.0 – Nick Tippmann on Why SaaS Isn’t Dead, It’s Just Getting SpecificIn the next era of enterprise software, general-purpose tools are fading. Verticalization is no longer a niche strategy. It's the battleground. And at the forefront is Nick Tippmann, founder and GP at TipTop Ventures, who’s betting on a new generation of software: intelligent, embedded, and purpose-built for specific industries. It’s not just SaaS anymore, it’s Vertical SaaS 3.0.From his operator roots in the Midwest to his front-row seat at Greenlight Guru, Nick’s journey is a playbook for how specialization, fintech integration, and now AI are reshaping the software stack. And like all the best fou...2025-04-2835 min
Alone Together: The Story of Solo Venture CapitalistsWhat I've Been Looking for My Whole Life: TipTop Ventures w/ Nick Tippmann | Alone Together S1E3"Holy S!#&! That's the model! That's what I've been looking for my whole life." Those were Nick Tippmann's exact words when he first discovered the world of startups and venture capital—and from that moment, everything changed.In this episode of Alone Together, I'm joined by my good friend Nick Tippmann, founder of TipTop Ventures. Nick has been one of my earliest collaborators when it comes to discussing Vertical SaaS opportunities—I deeply admire his grit, hustle, and relentless grind.We dive deep into Nick’s remarkable journey, from flipping golf balls on eBay as a kid to dropping out of...2025-03-1547 minPlay Like A Jet: New York JetsEpisode 2,125 - Jets 2024 Training Camp Day #9 w/Nick FariaScott Mason talks with Nick Faria of Athlon Sports and Pro Football Network to chat about day #9 of Jets training camp at Florham Park!Nick discusses more dominance from Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall, a big day for Jamien Sherwood, more struggles for Joe Tippmann, presser highlights featuring Braelon Allen, Olu Fashanu, Qwan'tez Stiggers, and Robert Saleh............and more!Check out the Play Like A Jet store and get your "Play Like A Jet" logo shirt RIGHT NOW! Hoodies, hats, mugs, etc.....also available!https://www.teepublic...2024-08-0429 minPlay Like A Jet: New York JetsEpisode 2,121 - Jets 2024 Training Camp Day #6 w/Nick FariaScott Mason talks with Nick Faria of Athlon Sports and Pro Football Network to chat about day #6 of Jets training camp at Florham Park!Nick discusses an upand down day for Aaron Rodgers, the Taylor to Taylor connection, Joe Tippmann's continued problems snapping out of the shotgun, presser highlights featuring Tariq Cohen, Michael Carter II, Jeff Ulbrich, Nathaniel Hackett, and Robert Saleh............and more!Check out the Play Like A Jet store and get your "Play Like A Jet" logo shirt RIGHT NOW! Hoodies, hats, mugs, etc.....also available!2024-07-3130 min
The Dreamfuel ShowForging a Founder's Mindset: Unpacking The Tools of 200 Tech LeadersLooking for the secret sauce to success as a founder or CEO?It’s not as complex as you might think. It all boils down to one thing: being open to change and embracing vulnerability. In this episode, host Kevin Bailey is joined by Alex Easby and guests Dr. Alicia McKoy, Rachel Downey, Max Yoder, and Nick Tippmann as they dive deep into the world of mental performance for tech leaders. The episode opens with a discussion on the cultur...2024-05-3050 min
The Startup ExecutiveThe Vertical SaaS Bug + A Career Switch (w/ Nick Tippmann of TipTop Ventures)Nick Tippmann's podcast episode delves into his rich entrepreneurial background, influenced by a family legacy of successful business ventures. His early foray into entrepreneurship began with a high school electronics business, which laid the foundation for his commerce skills. At Indiana University, he aimed to learn about starting substantial businesses, a journey that led him to the world of tech startups and venture capital. His pivotal experiences include witnessing family entrepreneurship, discovering tech startups in his senior year, and playing a significant role in the growth of Greenlight Guru in the medical device industry.
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Category ThinkersWhy Vertical SaaS is Fertile Ground for Category Design w/ Nick TippmannIn this episode, Nick Tippmann, former CMO of medtech company Greenlight Guru, joins Pablo, Damp, and John to break down his journey as a marketer turned investor. Nick shares why vertical SaaS companies should think like category designers and how he evaluates the category potential of early-stage startups. We discuss:How Greenlight Guru tipped from tool to platform to category, Why he believes vertical SaaS is fertile ground for category designers, How he evaluates the category potential of early stage startups as an investor.This conversation is moderated by the founders of Category Thinkers, Pablo Gonzalez, John Rou...2024-01-3047 min
VC10X - Startups, GTM, Investing, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Private Equity, Family OfficeVC10X - From $0 To $10,000,000+ ARR by Leveraging SEO - Nick Tippmann, Angel Investor & LPNick Tippmann is a vertical SaaS investor and advisor. He's also an LP in several VC funds. Previously Nick was CMO at Greenlight Guru where he led marketing efforts from $0 to $10s of millions in ARR while bootstrapping.
In this episode we talk about:
- The growth story of Greenlight Guru
- How to leverage SEO as a growth channel?
- How much work does it take to put SEO to work?
- How long do you have to wait to start seeing results from SEO?
- How startups should think about GTM approach?
- What makes him excited...2023-11-1435 min
Cloud Returns | A SaaS Investing PodcastNick Tippmann - Vertical SaaS Operator -> InvestorOur Guest: Nick Tippman, former Chief Marketing Officer at Greenlight Guru, a category-leading provider of regulatory software for the MedTech vertical. He is now an angel investor, investing in exceptional Vertical/SMB SaaS, AI, Fintech, and B2B Marketplace founders and companies at the pre-seed/seed stage alongside other leading investors.Episode Topics:Nick’s current investment criteria for a vertical SaaS company.Nick’s minimum TAM + how he looks at take rates.How important are fintech and payment opportunities in evaluating vertical software markets?How embedded APIs - like embedding payroll into your...2023-10-2547 min
SaaS FuelThe Future: SaaS Founder Insights Part 2Hey, SaaS Fuel™ community! 🚀 We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we've hit a significant milestone today - our 100th episode of the SaaS Fuel™ Podcast! 🎊🎉We couldn't have reached this milestone without the support of our fantastic guests and our amazing audience! 🙌 Your engagement, feedback, and enthusiasm have motivated us to keep pushing the boundaries in the world of SaaS.Once again, a BIG thank you for being part of our SaaS Fuel™ family and helping us reach this remarkable 100th episode! 🎉 Let's keep the momentum going and continue to fuel the growth of the SaaS community to...2023-08-1055 min
IKE Badgers PodcastBadgers and the NFL Draft - Pick Analysis and Team Fit for Tippmann, Benton, and Herbig (Coach Gard's new roster, Learning from TJ Watt, Coach Fickell, and Graduation Day in Madison)Alex and KJ return from Italy to talk the NFL Draft and the Badgers players selected. How will Tippmann do with Aaron Rodgers? Is Pittsburgh the dream scenario for Nick Herbig? The brother dive into the latest and greatest for the Red & White - Welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast!
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2023-05-1626 min
Wannabe AngelsAngel Investing in Vertical SaaS with Nick Tippmann [Ep.14]In this episode, Colin is joined by Nick Tippmann. Nick Tippmann is a successful angel investor focusing on early-stage B2B Vertical SaaS companies. He has invested in over 50 startups and is an LP in various emerging funds. Nick was previously the CMO and part of the founding team at Greenlight Guru, a pioneer in the vertical SaaS (vSaaS) model for MedTech companies. With his experience building and scaling a successful vSaaS company, Nick offers a unique perspective to founders on how to approach the vertical SaaS model and what to look for.Where to L...2023-05-1037 min
Locked On Jets - Daily Podcast On The New York JetsNew York Jets Address Offensive Line in Second Round of 2023 NFL Draft Picking Joe Tippmann 4/28/23The New York Jets were unable to get one of the top tackles in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. In the second round, the team was able to select one of the top interior lineman prospects in this year's class, Joe Tippmann, a center from Wisconsin. Tippmann comes to the Jets with some excellent physical tools which makes his upside high. Time will tell whether he is the next great Jets center like Kevin Mawae or Nick Mangold, but there is plenty to get excited about.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… ...2023-04-2912 min
Bleav in Badgers - Wisconsin Badgers Football podcastDraft Day Special with Joe DeLeonePerko is joined by Joe DeLeone from The First Team Podcast to break down the Badgers three big draft prospects Nick Herbig, Keeanu Benton, and Joe Tippmann, as well as talk about some big-picture draft topics and what the Packers should look to do in the first round.
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2023-04-2722 minIKE Badgers PodcastBadgers Fire Men's Hockey Coach - Is Greg Gard Next? (NFL Combine Results for Keeanu Benton, Nick Herbig, and Joe Tippmann)Tony Granato has been fired as the Badgers men's hockey coach. In today's episode of the podcast, Alex and KJ dive into the debate on whether Greg Gard is the next coach to go? In addition, the combine results are in and the brothers break down how Benton, Herbig, and Tippmann performed amongst the competition. Tune-in to find out - Welcome back to the IKE Badgers Podcast!
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Thoreson & HeilprinSpring ball bold predictions, BadgerExtra's Colten Bartholomew joins the showBen is on vacation so Zach has the show to himself. Talking Hunter Dickinson, Wisconsin's NCAA tournament hopes, Joe Rudolph at Notre Dame, what new CBs coach Paul Haynes had to say and spring ball bold predictions. BadgerExtra's Colten Bartholomew joins to judge Zach's bold predictions and also give a couple of his own. The guys also talk a little NFL Combine and its importance for Nick Herbig and Joe Tippmann. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-2856 min
HörfehlerHRF 131 | über Centro Storico LebowskiHerzlich Willkommen zur 131. Ausgabe. Es ist kein Geheimnis das ich eine Schwäche für gelebte e.V.´s habe. Um so mehr habe ich mich gefreut das Alex Bock hatte, mir von seinem Lieblingsclub Centro Storico Lebowski zu erzählen. Einem von Fans übernommenen Club, der sich ähnlich wie der HFC Falke, den besonderen Werten des Fußballs verschrieben hat und es damit geschafft hat Unterstützer*innen überall auf der Welt zu finden, die den Gedanken mittragen. Alex schwärmt vom besten Espresso, vom Geist der rund um das Spielfeld weht und den man auch auf den Mitglieder...2021-11-121h 26
Overshot: A Paintball PodcastEP: 70 Nick Weirich from Tippmann Effect/Thunderhorse/Detroit FusionOn the show this time we have Nick Weirich who has played for Tippmann effect and now plays for Thunder horse which will now be Detroit Fusion going forward. Nick was introduced to paint ball at a young age and was able to play on Tippmann effect at 13. Nick plays all formats from x ball to 10 man mech and we talk about it all. Nick is also apart of a thunder horse documentary that is on youtube you can find the link for that below. Find nick below at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=20923939Fi...2021-01-151h 52
HörfehlerHRF 079 | Aus der Geschichte der italienischen UltrasIn Folge 79 geht es ins Mutterland der Ultrakultur. Aber wir beginnen natürlich am Anfang und der liegt im wunderschönen Harz, denn da hat Kai seine Leidenschaft für Fankultur entdeckt. Von Stahl Thale geht es dann zum AC Milan, was eine Formulierung. Aber ungefähr so klingt es auch wenn Kai von seinem ersten Stadionbesuch in Italien schwärmt.
Wer das aktuelle Buch „Stadionrebellen“ schon sein eigen nennt, wird vieles des Gesagten schon kennen. Für alle anderen gibt es so ein wenig die Richtung des Buches vor. Es ist ein Standardwerk in Sachen Ges...2020-06-101h 50
The Playing On PodcastEp. #78 - Nick WeirichNick Weirich is a fellow Tippmann Effect alumni, 10 man enthusiast (Thunder Horse) and Ohio native that I was fortunate enough to have shared the paintball field with a few times. Enjoy!2019-09-171h 41
Powderkeg - Unvalley#75: How Thought Leadership Marketing Wins Customers with Chris Lucas and Nick TippmannThought leadership marketing goes far beyond solidifying your industry expertise and authority. What’s more important (and more difficult) is establishing trust and influence. This is what creates an entry point for your customers. It’s often not a quick process, but when done right, it builds a steadily filling funnel of warm leads.
On today’s episode of the Igniting Startups podcast, we’ll look at how to establish yourself—or another influencer at your company—as a thought leader in your industry. We have two experts on the subject to help you out. First is Chris Lucas, vice president of...2019-02-2651 min
Let's Talk Serious Startups: The Nuts & Bolts21: Announcing Aquisition Of Nibletz & Talking With Founder Nick TippmannJohn and David welcome their new partner Monica Selby and announce the acquisition of Nibletz Media, the voice of startups everywhere else. They talk with Nibletz CEO Nick Tippmann about startups, media, and being a founder.2014-07-1000 min