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Ben There, Doing That#3: The Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship: Failures, Lessons, and SuccessIn episode three of the 'Ben There, Doing That' podcast, Ben shares his journey of figuring out life and entrepreneurship week by week. From humble beginnings and learning the technical aspects of podcasting, such as adjusting microphone levels, to embracing the messy process of growing a project in its nascent stages, Ben reflects on the importance of starting before feeling fully ready.
He recounts his experiences starting 'FunFinders' with a friend after gatecrashing a VIP event, leading to an unintentional interview that kickstarted his entrepreneurial career. Despite the venture not being completely successful, it was a crucial l...
2024-05-1034 min
Blockchain DXB⚡Metaverse Everything⚡ 🎙️ 18th November 🎙️ 🚨Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) role in the Metaverse 🚨 Standardization & Interoperability🚨 5️⃣ Metaverse news from UAE, Middle East & the World18th Nov
🎙️Metaverse Everything🎙️ 🚨Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) role in the Metaverse. While CBDC does have some reservations pertaining to Privacy, Centralization & monetary control it may be an ideal form of payment & medium of exchange in the Metaverse. See slides 5 & 6 below:
❓ What are your thoughts on CBDC in Metaverse?
- Not ideal (Terrible)
- Ideal
- Not sure
👀🎧 Check out Blockchain DXB upcoming standalone episode where we explain a few basics on CBDC
📊🔻 Last two weeks we had three major macro-level events that have significantly impacted Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain Protocoles that are connected to Metaverse. The 24hr trading volume is below $1B (Metaverse relate...
2022-11-1844 min
Meet With Cheese - METAVERSE INTERVIEWSEpisode 5 - Ben Yurcisin, Founder of BeYu LabsLeDrop WithCheese met Ben at NFT.NYC 2021 on day 1 and were subsequently out till 5am and have been friends ever since! Ben's mission with BeYu Labs and Nexus Voyagers is to empower Web3 Entrepreneurship through curation of project teams, investors, and shared experiences. He is also the co-host of Nifty Nomads podcast and Tech Reporter for ParlayMe.Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benyurcisin/Join Nexus Voyagers Discord: https://t.co/SaH6bFMYgWListen to the Nifty Nomads podcast: https://anchor.fm/beyu-labs
2022-08-0933 min
ParlayMeEpisode 27 - Eric Schurenberg - Former CEO Mansueto Ventures - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastEric Schurenberg is a long-time business journalist and media executive, most recently the CEO of Mansueto Ventures, home to Inc. and Fast Company. He is now dedicated to the fight against misinformation and disinformation and to restoring trust in professional journalism.
2022-08-0854 min
ParlayMeEpisode 26 - Stacy Spikes - Founder/CEO - MoviePass - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastMoviePass in it's hey day increased any one user’s moviegoing somewhere between 100% and 144% by incentivizing customers to take risks on movies they wouldn’t otherwise see. Now Stacy Spikes the CEO and Founder of MoviePass believes he can boost attendance again
We spoke to Stacy about how is was fired from MoviePass and managed to salvage the business and buy it back out of bankruptcy
This is the ultimate tale of entrepreneurship
MoviePass 2.0 is bigger and better than ever - find out how so in this episode of ParlayMe Power Players Podcast
2022-05-301h 34
ParlayMeEpisode 25 - Invest Hong Kong - Dimitris Horiatis - Innovation & Tech, Americas - ParlayMe PodcastLearn about Invest Hong Kong the government organisation that is designed to support and grow startups and innovation projects in Hong Kong. We speak to Dimitris Horiatis the Senior Manager of Innovation and Technology, Americas, Invest Hong Kong about what makes Hong Kong a dynamic multicultural location for budding startups and enterprises. Hong Kong is a highly dynamic city that serves as the perfect platform into Mainland China and Asia, Hong Kong is the ideal place for business in Asia. It is a business-friendly city with a multitude of advantages to ensure businesses can flourish. Find out more in this...
2022-03-2957 min
ParlayMeEpisode 24 - Twobadour Co-Founder of Metapurse - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastMetapurse is a 180 million crypto-based investment fund that reportedly owns the largest collection of NFTs in the world. It’s financed by pseudonymous founder Metakovan (later revealed as Singapore-based blockchain entrepreneur Vignesh Sundaresan) and managed by Twobadour (Anand Venkateswaran).
We spoke to Twobadour in the latest episode of ParlayMe Power Players Podcast
Metapurse purchased Beeple’s Everydays: The First 5000 Days for USD 69 million, making it the world’s most expensive NFT and the third most expensive work of art to be sold by a living artist.
Our founder January Barnes speaks to Twobadour the “steward of Metapurse” about the the emergence...
2022-01-1954 min
ParlayMeEpisode 23 - Isabel Penzini - Founder - Ola - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe’re excited to have a very special guest on the show – Isabel Penzini – who is building something new to improve the lives of Latin Americans by making tools that educate and enable them to grow their wealth.
Isabel was born in Caracas, Venuzuela She studied Psychology and Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania, has a Micro Masters in data science from Georgia Tech, and is certified in Portfolio Management from the Wharton School of Business.
She worked in marketing and advertising technology at Visa for Latin America and most recently led the strategy for global data products. She is the...
2021-12-1752 min
ParlayMeEpisode 22 - Kenny Schachter - Artist, Art Dealer, Curator - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastThis maverick art collector talks to us about breaking into the art world as an outsider, his personal influences and why he loves NFTs.
Kenny Schachter has made a name for himself as an artist, art dealer, curator and above all as a commentator on the (New York) art scene on artNet News.
Schachter has been one of the most sought-after experts and helps many artists, including the art critic Jerry Saltz, to position themselves on the various platforms.
Learn more about the man who grew up in the suburbs on Long Island, made his name in the late 1980s...
2021-10-041h 25
ParlayMeEpisode 21 - Mac Conwell II - Investor - RareBreed Ventures - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe sat down with Founder/Managing Partner at RareBreed Ventures a Pre-seed Fund that is investing in exceptional founders outside of the large tech eco-systems earlier than everyone else. They are targeting check size of 250K. With early meaningful cash upfront, wraparound services to increase capacity, and institutional knowledge. The RareBreed team can accelerate a company's growth at the earliest stages and shrink the time it takes them to go from Pre-seed to Series A.
2021-08-0144 min
ParlayMeEpisode 20 - Kii Arens - Contemporary Pop Artist - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastIn this episode we speak to Kii Arens an contemporary American pop-artist, director and musician. A critical driver in the creation of modern pop culture. He has created album covers for pop artists such as Elton John, Lady Gaga and Lana Del Rey to name a few. He is the owner of La-La Land Gallery in Los Angeles
2021-06-3051 min
ParlayMeEpisode 19 - Marriage Or Mortgage Netflix Show - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastThis hit Netflix TV show features engaged couples who, over time, have saved up enough to afford either their dream wedding or dream home. With the help of Nashville-based real estate agent Nichole Holmes and wedding planner Sarah Miller, each couple is presented with a home to live out their happily ever after and a wedding day straight out of a fairytale. Of course, this is the real world with real bills to pay, so the couples can only pick one.
We speak to the hosts Nichole Holmes and Sarah Miller about how they navigate being the "dream-makers" of people's...
2021-05-3142 min
ParlayMeEpisode 18 - Filmio - Democratising the Hollywood System - ParlayMe Power PlayersWe speak to Filmio's CoFounder and President Ian LeWinter and CoFounder & CTO Chris Davis.
Filmio is a movie and television studio creating original content, and a software firm specializing in high-performance blockchain technologies.
Filmio is a pioneer in democratising the "Hollywood System" and giving everyone access to fund, distribute and sell their entertainment properties.
Listen to how they created this unique platform to help creators build audience, raise production funds, and prepare their projects for production.
2021-05-181h 29
ParlayMeEpisode 17 - Famous Dyl - Recording Artist - ParlayMe Power PlayersDylan Rhodes, known as Dyl is a recording artist and entrepreneur from Philadelphia, PA. Dyl gained recognition in 2015 with the early success of Platinum hit single “Jordan Belfort” and accompanying tour performing 50+ shows across the US. Dyl’s viral hit peaked at Billboard #25 and was the top college song of 2015. Dyl continues to elevate his music career with several independent singles and debut album “Crypto Rich”. As of 2020, Dyl has more than 1M monthly listeners and 200M+ streams worldwide.
2021-05-0343 min
ParlayMeEpisode 16 - Caroline Franczia - ParlayMe Power PlayersWe interview Author of 'Popcorn for the new CEO' - Caroline Franczia
Caroline is a startup advisor and CEO coach. Her latest book is a must-have for any new startup CEO or seasoned professional.
Caroline is also the founder of Uppercut-First a consultancy for startup founders. After starting her career with large IT companies Oracle, BMC Software she spent 4 years in Silicon Valley soaking up the American startup ecosystem. This time spent working abroad equipped Caroline with a broad international perspective on the cultural nuances and methodologies that apply to both US and European-based startups.
They call Caroline the tech...
2021-03-2849 min
ParlayMeEpisode 15 - Playfair Capital - ParlayMe Power PlayersPlayfair have been helping ambitious and exceptional entrepreneurs build brilliant technology businesses since 2013. They've backed the founders of more than 60 companies including Mapillary (acq. Facebook), CryptoFacilities (acq. Kraken), Omnipresent, Orca AI, Ravelin, sprout.ai, Thought Machine, Trouva and Vinehealth.
The were founded by an angel and these values drive everything that they do.
Listen as we talk to Managing Partner Chris Smith and Associate Henrik-Wetter Sanchez
2021-02-1654 min
ParlayMeEpisode 14 - Viktoria Modesta - Bionic Pop Artist - ParlayMe Power PlayersThe world’s first bionic artist Viktoria Modesta transcends the human body.
A child of the USSR, after 15 failed procedures to correct a dislocated leg and hip (which she’d suffered since birth) she decided at the age of 20 to undergo voluntary surgery to amputate her leg below the knee.
In many ways, the operation was not just the end of frustrating limitations but a catalyst for her creative journey. After the transformation, she embarked on projects that shaped her work and identity; with the aid of designers and advanced prosthetics Modesta turned her disability into a personal symbol, challenging soci...
2021-02-021h 10
ParlayMeEpisode 13 - Reposite - ParlayMe Power PlayersMeet Reposite founders and Forbes 30 Under 30 2020 Awardees, Reposite is a software-as-a-service startup that wants to help travel agents of all kinds deal with their daily tasks. While the travel agency industry is huge, most people who work in this industry still don’t have a good system in place to deal with information, orders and communication.
Meet Reposite Founders Jaime Getto, Alexa Berube and
Heather Stupi who were recently names on Forbes 30 Under 30 2020 List and have built Reposite to be at its core, it’s a collaboration tool and marketplace that connects travel agents and event planners to suppliers and cent...
2021-01-1749 min
ParlayMeEpisode 12 - Gold Rush - Gold House Accelerator - ParlayMe Power PlayersGold Rush is a 12-week accelerator purpose-built to partner with and scale Asian-led businesses across the United States. We chat with Mikkoh Chen a Taiwanese-American entrepreneur and CoFounder of Gold Rush the in-house accelerator part of Gold House the largest collective of pioneering Asians across the cultural industries.
2020-11-2653 min
ParlayMeEpisode 11 - FuboTV - ParlayMe Power PlayersIn this episode we speak to FuboTV CoFounder and CMO Alberto Horihuela. FuboTV is reinventing the way people watch live sports and TV. FuboTV is the sports-focused live TV streaming service with top leagues and teams, plus popular shows, movies and news for the whole family. Listen to our in-depth conversation with Alberto about how he built this leading streaming giant and his plans for global innovation and expansion
2020-11-1038 min
ParlayMeEpisode 10 - Joanne Wilson, Gotham Gal Ventures - ParlayMe Power PlayersIn this weeks episode we speak to Angel Investor Joanne Wilson of Gotham Gal Ventures. Joanne is a prolific blogger, Host of Positively Gotham Gal, and Cofounder of the Women’s Entrepreneur Festival. Joanne spoke to us about what makes a successful entrepreneur, her journey to becoming an Angel Investor and what she looks for when investing.
2020-09-2155 min
ParlayMeEpisode 9 x James Altucher - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastMeet the man that Forbes coined "The most interesting man in The World" James Altucher. Entrepreneur and Angel Investor and he's achieved the rank of chess master and author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book “Choose Yourself. Most recently he has started a feud with Seinfeld about whether or not New York City is dead after Covid. We chat with James about everything entrepreneurship, billionaires mindset, idea sex and the future of education
2020-08-251h 24
ParlayMeEpisode 8 x Harvard Ventures - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe talk to Harvard College Ventures (HV) is the largest student-run
entrepreneurship and venture capital organization at Harvard.
We speak to the Co-Presidents Jessica DeVilla and Georgia Messinger
Harvard Ventures serves those interested in startups and venture capital by acting as hub for our members to connect, collaborate, and innovate. By building a professional network and a community of undergraduates and alumni, we provide students with skills, resources, and relationships to become leaders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
2020-08-1444 min
ParlayMeEpisode 7 x China Growth Capital - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe spoke to Wayne Shiong, Partner in China Growth Capital an early stage VC in China which focuses on Enterprise, Technology and Marketplace opportunities with $1B under management.
Wayne leads the firm’s frontier technologies sector with investments like WeRide (a.k.a JingChi), DeePhi, Mech Mind, HealthBio, Sobot, Landscape Aerospace, etc. A former Partner at Bertelsmann Asia Investments (BAI), Wayne has also worked with WI Harper Group, a cross-border early-stage investor in technology and health care. Over the years, he has handled several coveted investments including iClick, Mogujie, Maxthon, Go Mobile, ChIVD, Edan Instrument and Innovation Works. Having earned a...
2020-07-2153 min
ParlayMeEpisode 6 x Alyssa Carson - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe speak to Alyssa Carson the 19 year old set to be the first female astronaut to walk Mars.
At just 18 years old, Alyssa’s list of accomplishments include witnessing 3 Space Shuttle launches, attending Space Camp 7 times, Space Academy 3 times, Robotics Academy once, youngest to graduated Advanced Space Academy, and multiple Sally Ride Camps.
This officially makes Carson certified to do a suborbital research flight and venture into space, all before receiving her driver’s permit.
2020-07-0242 min
ParlayMeEpisode 5 x HungerStation - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe speak to Omar Rebhan Vice President - Comms, PR & Gov Affairs at HungerStation.
HungerStation.com is the biggest online food ordering platform in the region. Connecting thousands of restaurants with their customers across the kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Bahrain
2020-06-1656 min
ParlayMeEpisode 4 x Techstars - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe chat to Claudia Reuter General Manager Techstars and author of “Yes, You Can Do This”. In this week's episode we explore the Future of Work/ Parenting-and Entrepreneurship. With more and more people being compelled to work remotely in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, the shape of the workplace is changing rapidly. This book is designed to encourage women to consider entrepreneurship as they balance the demands of parenting and career. In her book, Reuter focuses on the future of work, and how that must incorporate gender equity and remote work.
2020-05-0444 min
ParlayMeEpisode 3 x Cognovi Labs - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastWe chat to Ben-Ami ‘Beni’ Gradwohl CoFounder and CEO of Cognovi Labs the predictive analytics and AI company that has created a Coronavirus Panic Index to track consumer sentiments and trends about Coronavirus
2020-04-0343 min
ParlayMeEpisode 2 x Love Beyond Walls - ParlayMe Power Players PodcastTerence Lester the founder of Love Beyond Walls a non-profit that provides essential services and opportunities to the Atlanta homeless community. They are now placing portable sinks with soap and water around Atlanta where the homeless congregate to help combat the most vulnerable society i.e the homeless from Coronavirus. We speak to Terrence on how they are doing this and what the Coronavirus means for homeless communities.
2020-03-2737 min
ParlayMeEpisode 1 x Brightly Eco - ParlayMe Power PlayersWe speak to Brightly.Eco Co-Founders Laura Alexander Wittig and Liza Moiseeva about their startup that is scaling conscious consumerism through authentic content, community, and commerce.
Brightly is a discovery platform that combines content, community, and shopping to ignite change for conscious consumers. Brightly inspires action via ethical lifestyle content, connects eco-conscious consumers to one another, and recommends the best sustainable products from ethical brands.
https://brightly.eco/
2020-02-2732 min