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StartOut Innovation TableIvan Hsiao talks building Trans Health HQ and winning StartOut Demo DayThis episode features Ivan Hsiao, MPH (any pronouns), the Founder and CEO of Trans Health HQ, a digital health platform that improves the health of the transgender and gender-expansive community through education, care navigation, and systemic reform of healthcare institutions. Ivan also teaches the graduate seminar on transgender health at Harvard University, where they are an academic researcher. Trans Health HQ has captured attention and accolades at places like Harvard University, Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts, and StartOut’s Demo Day, where they took home the first place and crowd favorite prizes.Leading from a plac...
2025-06-2650 min
Gen X Legends#43 Waverly Deutsch: Coaching the Founders Most Systems MissIn Part 3, Waverly Deutsch steps into her latest role: founder of Wyseheart, a coaching firm designed to help the most overlooked founders build ventures that last. Focused on meaningful business, not unicorn exits, she brings her full career of coaching, teaching, and hard-won insight to early-stage leaders across age, gender, race, and identity. For Gen Xers who aren’t ready to “retire,” this is a playbook for doing your best work—on your terms, with your values, and no need for external approval.>>What Retirement Really Means to Her“Retirement means you no longer have...
2025-06-1330 minStartOut Innovation TableKat Gabrielle talks Money, Power, and RespectToday’s episode features the powerhouse that is Kat Gabrielle— a dynamic voice in the social impact space and someone who truly shows up for founders. Kat is the Founder of The Well Work, Chief Community Impact Officer at MyCofounder.Ai, and a serial social impact entrepreneur with a legacy of building mission-driven ventures. She's also our Mentor in Residence for the Spark Lab Incubator, and serves as StartOut’s go-to expert on Non-Dilutive Funding and Founder Growth. Founders know Kat for her bold insights, her real-talk mentorship, and her unwavering commitment to building inclusive, sustainable businesses.T...
2025-05-0556 min
Chief Change Officer#337 Waverly Deutsch: Coaching the Founders Most Systems Miss In Part 3, Waverly Deutsch steps into her latest role: founder of Wyseheart, a coaching firm designed to help the most overlooked founders build ventures that last. Focused on meaningful business, not unicorn exits, she brings her full career of coaching, teaching, and hard-won insight to early-stage leaders across age, gender, race, and identity. For Gen Xers who aren’t ready to “retire,” this is a playbook for doing your best work—on your terms, with your values, and no need for external approval.>>What Retirement Really Means to Her“Retirement means you no longer have...
2025-05-0229 min
heavywgt MMAAustralian MMA Fighter Kitt Campbell on the "Road to UFC"Australian MMA Fighter Kitt Campbell takes on Chinese Fighter Tai Yi Lake in Shanghai China as part of the Road to UFC Promotion. After years in the trenches Kitt hopes to get a good win and his chance to fight in the UFC. Interview details below:00:00 Introduction - Road to UFC call up00:50 The opportunity01:32 Opponent02:49 Showcase fight03:47 First international fight05:08 Fighting in the PI05:47 Australian Elite team and Tosca Petridis07:58 Fought big names from NZ and Oz08:44 Growing up on Phillip Island09:37 Startout as Judo player11:33 C...
2025-04-2712 minStartOut Innovation TableJustin Ayars talks serial entrepreneurship and founding EqualityMDJustin Ayars is a former history teacher at a British military boarding school and former healthcare trial lawyer turned 15-year serial entrepreneur and award-winning healthtech founder.He has the mind of a philosopher, heart of a poet, and spirit of a starship captain.At all times, curiosity remains his true North Star.Justin is the Founder & CEO of a revolutionary new LGBTQ+ inclusive healthcare company called EqualityMD.EqualityMD’s LGBTQ+ inclusive telehealth & prescription fulfillment platform connects patients with culturally competent providers nationwide accounting for each patient's unique needs an...
2025-03-2728 min
Invest In Her with Catherine GrayStart Out- for LGBTQ Entrepreneurs with Host Catherine Gray Ep. 431On this episode of the Invest In Her Podcast, host Catherine Gray welcomes Irene Tang, Director of Data and Insights at StartOut, an organization dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Irene brings a wealth of experience from her past roles at Google and CBS Interactive, now using her expertise to advance data-driven initiatives that highlight the unique challenges and successes of LGBTQ+ founders. Based in Houston, Texas, Irene is a passionate advocate for creating opportunities and visibility for underrepresented entrepreneurs, particularly in communities where support systems may be limited. Catherine and Irene discuss StartOut's groundbreaking research, which revealed...
2025-03-1216 minStartOut Innovation TableBuilding a Bold Brand: Dapper Boi's Journey of AuthenticityTune into the Season 2 premiere of StartOut Innovation Table as Caroline sits down with Vicky and Charisse Pasche, the dynamic co-founders of Dapper Boi. This innovative clothing company is breaking down barriers in the fashion industry by creating gender-neutral clothing designed to fit all bodies.
Vicky and Charisse share their inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery, from overcoming personal challenges to navigating the high stakes world of startups. Hear the incredible story of their Shark Tank appearance, where they bravely defied the Sharks' advice and achieved remarkable success despite the odds.
Instagram: @dapperboi and @meet...
2025-01-3029 min
How I Invest with David WeisburdE133: Lessons from Investing in 2200 Startups (in 23 Minutes)In this episode of How I Invest, I connect with Lorenzo Thione, Managing Director at Gaingels, one of the most active and inclusive venture syndicates in the world. Lorenzo discusses his philosophy on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the democratization of venture capital, and his thoughts on the AI revolution. From his experience building a portfolio of over 100 investments to lessons learned from co-founding PowerSet, Lorenzo provides invaluable insights for investors and entrepreneurs alike.
Highlights:
Philosophy on DEI: How the distribution of talent and opportunity shapes Gaingels' mission to bring inclusivity to venture capital.
Gaingels’ Approach: Investing in...
2025-01-2823 min
Pitch Cafe PodcastHelping Navigate Life In Every Aspect: Transformative Coaching | ft. Peter KovacsJoin us in this episode as we talk with Peter Kovacs, a top Silicon Valley executive coach, who empowers entrepreneurs and executives to maximize their global impact. With clients like Nvidia, Amazon, and Bain & Co., Peter offers invaluable insights into leadership and business growth. As a seasoned entrepreneur who successfully exited V12 Software, Peter understands the entrepreneurial journey's highs and lows. He also mentors at Singularity University, StartOut, and the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center, sharing his expertise with the next generation of leaders. In this episode, Peter discusses transformative journeys, strategies for positive behavior development, and...
2024-12-1735 min
סטרייט פרנדליUnderstanding LGBTQ+ Business Types: Friendly, Owned, and Purpose-Driven - Straight Friendly GlobalTakeaways: The future of queer entrepreneurship looks optimistic, with increasing focus on community and innovation. Understanding the three types of LGBTQ+ businesses helps entrepreneurs strategize effectively for their ventures. Purpose-Driven businesses not only generate profit but also foster meaningful social change within communities. Diversity and inclusion are crucial for creating supportive environments in both businesses and society. Engaging with LGBTQ+ businesses can lead to greater visibility and resilience in the marketplace. The significance of allyship cannot be overstated; it plays a vital role in supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Companies mentioned in this episode: Coca Cola Meta Facebook Apple Startout Carlo...
2024-11-1457 min
סטרייט פרנדלי ישראלUnderstanding LGBTQ+ Business Types: Friendly, Owned, and Purpose-Driven - Straight Friendly GlobalTakeaways: The future of queer entrepreneurship looks optimistic, with increasing focus on community and innovation. Understanding the three types of LGBTQ+ businesses helps entrepreneurs strategize effectively for their ventures. Purpose-Driven businesses not only generate profit but also foster meaningful social change within communities. Diversity and inclusion are crucial for creating supportive environments in both businesses and society. Engaging with LGBTQ+ businesses can lead to greater visibility and resilience in the marketplace. The significance of allyship cannot be overstated; it plays a vital role in supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Companies mentioned in this episode: Coca Cola Meta...
2024-11-1457 minStraight Friendly GlobalUnderstanding LGBTQ+ Business Types: Friendly, Owned, and Purpose-DrivenTakeaways: The future of queer entrepreneurship looks optimistic, with increasing focus on community and innovation. Understanding the three types of LGBTQ+ businesses helps entrepreneurs strategize effectively for their ventures. Purpose-Driven businesses not only generate profit but also foster meaningful social change within communities. Diversity and inclusion are crucial for creating supportive environments in both businesses and society. Engaging with LGBTQ+ businesses can lead to greater visibility and resilience in the marketplace. The significance of allyship cannot be overstated; it plays a vital role in supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Companies mentioned in this episode: Coca Cola Meta...
2024-11-1457 min
Building Trauma Informed Workplaces with Stephanie Lemek, Founder- The Wounded WorkforceEquitable Everything with Special Guest, Jennifer LaurieJoin us for a powerful conversation with Jennifer Laurie, Founder of Equitable HR Guild and Chief People Officer at StartOut. Jennifer's work to create a more equitable future of work and her lived experience as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community make for an important and actionable conversation on equity in the workplace and beyond. Follow Jen on LinkedIn and find the amazing resources from Equitable HR Guild here.
2024-10-3047 min
Work For HumansHow to Build Great Teams: What AI Is Teaching Us about Team Design and Skills Training | Vivienne MingAI is at the forefront of work, tech, and global development – and it’s here to stay. While there are ongoing dilemmas and fears surrounding the future of AI, renowned neuroscientist Vivienne Ming sees it differently. For over a decade, she has harnessed AI to enhance human potential, designing systems to treat her son’s diabetes, predict manic episodes in those with bipolar disorder, and reunite orphaned refugees with extended family members, among many other initiatives. Vivienne has emerged not only as a leading scientist in the field but also as a passionate advocate for using AI as a powerf...
2024-10-151h 17
Rethink. Financial AdviceCan a Fiduciary Mindset Improve Society? Featuring George Kinder (Ep 67)Check out this special edition where Adam & Derek have a follow up conversation with the Father of Life Planning, George Kinder, who previously joined us on Rethink Episode 15. Find out what George has been up to, the stance he’s taking on what it means to be a Fiduciary and how he would like to see it applied to society, and learn about his new book!In this episode George, Adam and Derek chat about:Salespeople/media (short term thinking) VS Fiduciaries/planners (long term thinking) - But being a salesperson, like most adv...
2024-10-0253 minStartOut Innovation TableStartOut Awards Sneak Peek with Perrin QuarshieOur 13th Annual StartOut Awards is right around the corner! Check out our special episode with Perrin Quarshie, recipient of our 2024 Peter Sisson Next Generation Award and founder of RealBlocks.
Join us on October 10 in NYC as we honor Perrin along with our LGBTQ+ entrepreneur community.
About Perrin Quarshie:
Perrin was most recently the Founder & CEO of RealBlocks, an alternative investments platform that helps managers expand their firm’s distribution footprint and automating manual processes for onboarding investors. The firm raised over $23M in venture capital over three rounds and ser...
2024-10-0214 minStartOut Innovation TableStartOut Awards Sneak Peek with Vivienne MingOur 13th Annual StartOut Awards is right around the corner! Check out our special episode with Vivienne Ming, recipient of our 2024 Trailblazer Award and Co-founder of Socos Labs.
Join us on October 10 in NYC as we honor Vivienne along with our LGBTQ+ entrepreneur community.
About Vivienne Ming:
Vivienne Ming, theoretical neuroscientist, entrepreneur, author, and mother of two, is featured frequently for her research and inventions in The Financial Times, The Atlantic, and the New York Times. Her AI inventions have launched a dozen companies and nonprofits with a focus on h...
2024-09-2624 min
The Security Podcast of Silicon ValleyLorenzo Thione, Co-Founder and Chairman of StartOut, on AI's Role in Security and the Power of Diverse InvestmentIn this episode of The Security Podcast of Silicon Valley, a YSecurity production, Host Jon McLachlan talks with Lorenzo Thione, a philanthropist, LGBTQ advocate, and investor. As the co-founder and chairman of StartOut, the only LGBTQ incubator, and managing director of Gaingels, Lorenzo shares his unique insights into the intersection of AI and security. They explore the ethical implications of advanced AI technologies, the importance of diversity in the tech industry, and how inclusive investment strategies can drive innovation. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on shaping a more equitable future in tech.
2024-09-0146 min
Permission To Shine38. Joey Gonzalez | From Underdog to CEO @ Barry'sJoey is the global CEO of Barry's Bootcamp, which has 88 high end fitness studios across 14 countries.Barry's was started in 1998 when the founder needed a place to go and have fun without drinking.So how did Joey Gonzalez go from Barry's client to CEO? We unpack it all.We discuss:-How to balance a demanding professional and personal life-Building and maintaining a top tier brand-Organizing meetings to optimize output-The biggest risks he's taken"I always say, there's no such thing as balance. You just have to wake up...
2024-07-2339 min
Creatively MusingQueerly Creative - Ryan Ward, Corporate Creative, Rex Marketing and CX FounderRyan Ward of Rex Marketing and CX joins us this week to chat creativity in business!Alongside being a successful entrepreneur and business owner, Ryan is passionate about supporting the success of other LGBTQIA+ business founders and entrepreneurs as a mentor and member of with StartOut.Whether you’re a LGBTQIA+ business owner new to business or a veteran, StartOut is a great place to strengthen and grow not only your business but also your community.
2024-07-1841 min
Workfluencer: Personal Branding, Authority & Content Strategy#10: TA's Guide to EEOC's New Harassment Guidance - with Jennifer Laurie
In this episode, Rhona Pierce interviews Jennifer Laurie, Chief People Officer at StartOut, about the EEOC's new guidance on workplace harassment released in 2024. They discuss the significant updates, implications for talent acquisition professionals, and strategies for creating a more inclusive hiring process. 📬 Newsletter: https://link.rhonapierce.com/YZEviw //TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 INTRODUCTION02:59 Reasons for the Updated Guidance07:54 Broadening the Scope of Harassment09:07 Key Changes for Talent Acquisition Professionals11:30 Protecting Gender Identity and Expression16:24 Recognizing Intersectional Harassment23:42...
2024-06-1834 min
The One Away ShowLorenzo Thione: One World-Stopping Event Away From Living His Truth Lorenzo Thione is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and expert in Artificial Intelligence whose career sits at the intersection of Technology, Storytelling, and Social Advocacy. He has a deep background in AI, and has gone from AI researcher and technologist to being the co-founder of Powerset, a pioneering AI company that developed one of the earliest AI-powered web search engines. Currently, he serves as the Managing Director of Gaingels, where he oversees AI, deep-tech, and consumer tech investments. He is also a co-founding chairman of StartOut, which is dedicated to supporting and elevating LGBTQ+ founders in the venture s...
2024-06-1439 minStartOut Innovation TablePride Month Special Episode! Equity Summit Sneak Peek with Tracy ChanTracy Chan, CEO of Splash, joins us for this special #PrideMonth episode to give you a sneak peek of our 5th Annual Equity Summit coming up on June 20th!
About Tracy Chan
Tracy Chan began his career as a product manager at YouTube and has led creator-focused product and development at Spotify, Twitch, and SoundCloud. Now, he is the CEO of Splash, the world’s most advanced music company specializing in AI-based tools and games for music creation and performance.
He has been named to Billboard Indie Power Players (2023), Billboard’s Move...
2024-06-0613 min
The Business GayBirth Control Made Easy with the Reya Health AppIn this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Founder and CEO of Reya Health, Dallas Barnes.
Reya Health is a company founded by a birth control user for birth control users. After years of experiencing the gruelling trial and error process of trying to find a suitable contraceptive, founder and CEO Dallas Barnes set out to change the way people approach birth control. Building a birth control matching and tracking app that takes the guesswork and frustration out of the process, Reya Health aims to make your search for the right...
2024-06-0530 min
This Shit WorksThe Importance of Inclusive Language while Speaking and NetworkingIn this episode Julie discusses the importance of using inclusive language in networking and public speaking. After receiving feedback that her presentation at a prestigious university failed to acknowledge non-binary individuals, Julie reflects on the need for inclusivity. Julie explores the lack of data on how non-binary people network differently and shares resources for LGBTQIA+ and non-binary professionals looking to network in their fields, highlighting platforms like "I Like Networking" by Isabel Sachs. Additionally, Julie offers practical tips on how individuals can make networking events more inclusive by using preferred pronouns and ge...
2024-05-1510 minStartOut Innovation TableJonathan Mentor on His Scientific Approach to Growing Revenue for Underrepresented StartupsJonathan Mentor is the founder and CEO of Successment, a revenue growth partner for startups that empowers disadvantaged tech entrepreneurs.
We discuss the various methodical processes Jonathan has created in order to help founders “go slow to grow fast,” enabling them to execute and achieve measurable success for their ventures.
Checkout Jonathan’s website here: jonathanjmentor.co
2024-03-2627 minStartOut Innovation TableDylan Lew’s Reflections on Growth Lab and the Power of Authenticity in BusinessDylan Lew is the co-founder and CEO of Ecotone Renewables, a company tackling the problem of food waste with creativity and efficiency.
We discuss Dylan’s time in the StartOut Growth Lab and how the unique experience served as catalyst for many of his core learnings as a founder, including the importance of bringing one’s identity to the table.
Find out more about Dylan and Ecotone Renewables: www.ecotonerenewables.com
On social media: @ecotonerenew
The StartOut Growth Lab is a startup accelerator that offers top quality mentoring, educ...
2024-03-1919 minStartOut Innovation TableGold Hood on Solving Problems Not Projects and Harnessing Technology to Stay True to Human ConnectionGold Darr Hood (she/they) is a former StartOut Growth Lab participant and the founder and CEO of Full, a company on a mission to put clean air back into major metro areas to reignite human connection and transform communities. We talk about how as a serial entrepreneur, Gold has “followed the problem” which has led her to different nexus points, improving the nutrition, air quality, and way of life for many communities.
Connect with Gold on LinkedIn Below:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gold-darr-hood
2024-03-1221 min
Ignite: Conversations on Startups, Venture Capital, Tech, Future, and SocietyIgnite VC: Building a More Inclusive Future in Venture Capital with Patrick Driscoll | Ep42The podcast episode features Patrick Driscoll, detailing his unique journey from aspiring to work in international development to becoming a venture capitalist focused on supporting LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Driscoll shares his experiences in the Peace Corps in Senegal, which ignited his passion for entrepreneurship and its potential to drive economic growth in developing regions. This experience led him to venture capital, where he played a key role at 500 Startups before founding Chasing Rainbows, a venture capital fund aimed at backing LGBTQ+ founded companies.
Throughout the episode, Driscoll discusses the challenges he faced in the venture capital industry, emphasizing the importance...
2024-03-061h 01StartOut Innovation TableRobert Mison on the Key Differences Between Mentorship and Management and the Art of PrioritizationAs a legal consultant and StartOut mentor, Robert Mison discusses how to embrace vulnerability, mentor with purpose and prioritize effectively.
Find Robert on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/robertmison
Find out more about the StartOut mentorship program:
www.startout.org/mentors
2024-03-0519 minStartOut Innovation TablePatrick Driscoll on Managing Through Adversity and Human-First LeadershipIn addition to serving as a StartOut Board Member and Mentor, Patrick Driscoll is a General Partner at Chasing Rainbows, a VC firm committed to empowering and investing in LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. We discuss the hurdles that confront LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, the importance of being a human-first leader, and how his life has been enriched by his involvement in StartOut.
Get in touch with Patrick below:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickedriscoll/
Insta - @paddyodreezy
X - @PaddyO_Dreezy
Find out more about Chasing Rainbows...
2024-02-2722 min
The Business GayLGBTQ+ Founders Create 36% More JobsA study done by StartOut found that LGBTQ+ founders created 36% more jobs, 114% more patents, and 44% more exits, despite raising 16% less funding compared to the average cis founder.
In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Brian Richardson.
In March 2023, Brian was named the CEO of StartOut, the national nonprofit organization that accelerates the growth of the LGBTQ+ community to drive its economic empowerment, building a world where every LGBTQ+ entrepreneur has equal access to lead, succeed, and shape the workforce of the future.
Previously Brian worked for Lambda...
2024-02-2134 minStartOut Innovation TableJo Norris on Venture Ideation, Collaboration, and Building CultureJo Norris is the co-founder and CEO of Carbon Reform, a climate technology company on the mission to democratize access to carbon removal solutions. Guided by their core pillars of health, climate and equity, Carbon reform is innovating solutions to decrease building energy costs and improve indoor air quality.
Checkout Jo and Carbon Reform on all socials below:
Instagram: @carbonreform https://www.instagram.com/carbonreform/
LinkedIn: Carbon Reform https://www.linkedin.com/company/carbon-reform LinkedIn: Jo Norris https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-norris/
2024-02-2028 minStartOut Innovation TableBrian Richardson on LGBTQ+ EntrepreneurshipHear from StartOut CEO Brian Richardson on how social justice has guided his career, the importance of cultivating and empowering queer entrepreneurs, and how the three pillars of StartOut are revolutionizing our world.
Find out more about StartOut: https://startout.org/
Find out more about this podcast: https://startout.org/podcast
2024-02-1326 minStartOut Innovation TableIntroducing the StartOut Innovation TableThe StartOut Innovation Table is on a mission to amplify the stories of LGBTQ+ founders shaping a more equitable future. Harnessing the power of storytelling, we connect, learn, and inspire, advocating that everyone deserves a seat at the table.
Our podcast showcases diverse founders and leaders sharing their unique journeys across industries. From the discovery phase to team building and overcoming adversity with grace, these stories illustrate the transformative power of empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. By providing support and resources, we unlock untapped business value, driving inclusivity and economic progress for all.
2024-02-1100 min
PR HangoverActivism Writing (w/ Kari Porter)Are you interested in writing on issues that you are passionate about? Kari Porter writes about issues she is passionate about, regarding Women’s Health and issues affecting the LGBTQ+. Join us for this episode, and learn about activism in communications, and why representation matters so much!
Kari Porter is an Associate Director of Communications Strategist at Scout, a creative communications agency working with purpose-driven brands. In this role, she works with startups and challenger brands in human and planetary health, travel, CPG, and more, leading communications and media relations strategies. Kari is an expert communicator and strategist with success la...
2024-01-3117 min
The Business GayHow To Avoid Business FailureAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 45% of small businesses fail in the first 5 years of business and only about 25% of new businesses will ever make it to 15 years or more. But what can be done to improve these numbers?
In this episode of the Business Gay podcast, that’s what host Calan Breckon is going to be talking about with today’s guest, Business Consultant Inbar Madar.
Inbar is a seasoned consultant equipped with over a decade of executive corporate experience. She now utilizes her experience in roles like Head of Brand and...
2024-01-3138 min
The Sure Shot EntrepreneurMake Venture Capital Work for Everyone, Including LGBT Founders and InvestorsLorenzo Thione, Managing Director at Gaingels, shares his journey from Italy to the U.S. and the pivotal life event inspiring his advocacy for inclusive venture capital representation. He delves into Gaingels' investment philosophy, emphasizing its focus on supporting diverse founders and investors. Lorenzo also offers insights for today's founders, spotlighting game-changing technologies like artificial intelligence.In this episode, you’ll learn:[3:50] Underrepresented communities of founders and investors significantly influence the growth of the venture capital ecosystem[9:26] How Gaingels provides universal access to the wealth creation potential of venture capital[16:59] Cloud te...
2024-01-2335 min
Pioneers by MultimodalHow to Become a Cyborg Company: Unleash Human-AI Superpowers in Your Workforce, with Vivienne MingWe’ve all seen the panic-inducing headlines about AI taking away jobs. But what if we reframed automation as an opportunity to unlock new potentials in the workforce? What if emerging technologies, instead of displacing humans, elevated them into more creative and meaningful roles?
Dr. Vivienne Ming, credited as one of the most forward-thinking minds at the nexus of AI and society, champions this alternate vision. With accolades like sitting on boards of numerous companies and nonprofits including StartOut, The Palm Center, Cornerstone Capital, Platypus Institute, Shiftgig, Zoic Capital, and HUMM. Dr. Ming also speaks frequently on her AI-driven re...
2024-01-1056 min
Learning with LernerStartup Catalyst: Ben Stokes and the Diversity-Driven FutureJoin me for an enlightening and thought-provoking episode as we sit down with Ben Stokes, a visionary entrepreneur, venture capital expert, and tireless advocate for diversity and inclusion. Hailing from a humble farm in Tasmania, Ben's journey from Sri Lanka to the forefront of the venture capital world is nothing short of inspiring.
In this episode, we delve deep into Ben's upbringing and how his unique background has shaped his mission. As the Founding Partner of Chasing Rainbows, an early-stage investment fund focusing on LGBTQ+ founded companies, Ben's commitment to providing access to capital for underrepresented...
2023-10-0944 min
The MATTER Health PodcastAdvancing Health Equity: LGBTQ+ HealthPeople who belong to the LGBTQ+ community experience a number of health disparities, including a lack of access to culturally competent care and worse health outcomes. Join Kate Steinle, chief clinical officer of FOLX Health — the first digital healthcare provider designed by and for the medical needs of the LGBTQ+ community — and Brian Richardson, CEO of StartOut — a national nonprofit organization empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs — as they discuss the health needs of the LGBTQ+ community and tactical steps we can take to make healthcare more inclusive.Learn more about FOLX Health.Learn more about St...
2023-06-2732 min
Beyond Two PercentBeyond Two Percent: Pride, featuring Rhea Fofana and Evan DawsonIn celebration of Pride Month, Helen and Julie were joined by two incredible guests:
Rhea Fofana, Portfolio Manager at UnLtd
Evan Dawson, Staff UX Researcher at Stripe
Rhea and Evan give us a glimpse into what Pride means to them, and how companies and employees alike can further Pride initiates year round.
Some of the organizational allies mentioned include:
OutBritain
LGBT Consortium
Series Q
StartOut
InterBank LGBT+ Forum
2023-06-2126 min
OneHaasMark Buchanan, BS 86 – Having Pride In Who You Are & The Work You DoHappy Pride Month! To celebrate, Mark Buchanan joins the podcast to talk about his work in LGBTQ advocacy and community empowerment. After graduating from Haas with a degree in finance and accounting, Mark spent 22 years at Apple as a finance and sales executive. But now, he runs Buchanan Advisory, where he helps diverse leaders reach their full potential. Mark and host Sean Li discuss Apple’s one-of-a-kind culture, how coming out helped Mark in his professional life, and what people can do to be a better ally this Pride month.*OneHaas Alumni Podcast is a...
2023-06-1528 min
The Jigme Kelsang ShowAn Interview With Canadian Singer-Songwriter And Canada’s Got Talent Season 2 Contestant Samantha Meave PearsonIn this newest episode, Samantha talks about the startout to her career, Canada’s Got Talent, growing up in Hamilton Ontario, what life is like in Thorold,Niagara, experience as a server, when she started busking, importance of having versatility, what she looks for when listening to music, and MORE!
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2023-05-1034 minThe Jigme Kelsang ShowAn Interview With American Singer-Songwriter And American Idol Season 21 Contestant Elise KristineIn this newest episode, Elise talks about the startout to her career, experience on american idol, love for musical theater, phantom of the opera, receiving praise from Andrew Lloyd Webber, something simple that makes her smile, a moment where she felt second hand embarrassment, chance she wishes she took, shows or movies she’s currently watching, guilty pleasures, and MORE!
#elisekristine #american #singersongwriter #artist #pop #r&b #jazz #music #americanidol #contestant #podcast #episode #interview #conversation #indepth #show #broadcasting #radio
2023-05-0638 min
Entrepreneurial Thinkers with Rob RyanEp 64. CRISTIAN RAYGOZA, Iluminar Ventures - "Finding Diversity & Humanity in Finance through Venture Investing"In this episode, Rob and Ileana are joined by Cristian Raygoza, Founder and Managing Partner at Illuminar Ventures. Great founders in Latin America will want to meet him, and Limited Partner investors interested in diversifying their holdings will want to as well! He sees a massive talent diversity development and company building opportunity in Latin America. He is a dynamic young Venture Capitalist, and leader in the LGBTQ+ community across the US. He's a self described finance nerd turned great company finder and investor and shares his specific theses on "developing talent and teams" to build better companies, from...
2023-03-2342 min
You Need a Coach B*tchWhat Is Your Anchor?As creatives, there is no dearth of inspiration and new ideas for us to pursue. And that can often lead to us feeling a bit untethered. So in this episode, I am asking the question, what is your anchor? For me, it is the concept and vision of a project that help me stay on track. Very recently, I have started the process of nailing down my branding, and it is having a ripple effect throughout my business. Learn more about StartOut here. Where to find me: Connect with me on Instagram
2023-03-1623 min
Voices of the CommunitySan Francisco's Department of Homelessness & Supportive Housing“I volunteer at a safe sober space. I serve on the board of a retreat for healing that happens once a year. I serve on the Board of StartOut which helps LGBTQ + entrepreneurs gain access to mentorship and resources and fundraising to increase our representation as founders of companies. I will always do this work, because these are the same kind of organizations that empowered me to have the life I lead today.” Jugal Patel Throughout this special series on covid-19’s impact on our nonprofits, small businesses and local governments we have heard from numerou...
2023-01-141h 12
The Doctor of Digital™ GMick Smith, PhDWhich Coaching is Best for Me? Al Wynant Interview Episode #CCLXXIV The Doctor of Digital™ GMick Smith, PhDAl Wynant (He/Him) Social Entrepreneur, Co-Founder and CEO at Ingomu. Co-Chair of Denver StartOut, and Host of Life, Work, Soul, and Wellness with Ingomu.At Ingomu (in-go-moo) our mission is to uplift humankind by making a positive difference in the lives of many. We do this by placing personal development, career advancement, and health and wellness coaches at the fingertips of our subscribers via live group virtual sessions, continued discussions and small group coaching using the Ingomu app. We believe in a holistic approach to coaching. Rarely can one coach address all aspects of a problem...
2022-09-1616 min
Design InfluenceSeason II / Episode 7: Catalysing Community—The Power of People in Driving Systems ChangeThis episode features Sarah Burgaud who leads Programs and Partnerships at StartOut, a national US 501c3 organization supporting LGBTQ+ founders. StartOut’s mission is to accelerate the growth of the LGBTQ+ community to drive its economic empowerment, building a world where every LGBTQ+ entrepreneur has equal access to lead, succeed, and shape the workforce of the future.
After 5 years with the not-for-profit, Sarah shares her insights on building lasting partnerships and what has made the pandemic an accelerator to the far-reaching systems change work StartOut is leading in the U.S. and globally.
2022-08-2324 min
Portal de Compras Públicas - Podcasts#52 Compras Públicas Na Prática: Aniversário de 2 anos do primeiro Podcast do Portal – Parte 2Nesse episódio damos continuidade às comemorações do aniversário de dois anos do Podcast pioneiro do Portal de Compras Públicas, o COMPRAS PÚBLICAS NA PRÁTICA, que foi ao ar pela primeira vez em 07 de julho de 2020.
Você vai acompanhar a segunda parte da conversa entre os convidados do episódio número 1, que reunimos novamente para marcar essa trajetória especial e avaliar o que mudou nesse período nas compras governamentais - e também em suas áreas de atuação.
E foram muitas mudanças e conquistas!
Que o advogado especializado em licitações e mestre em Direi...
2022-07-2633 min
ApexCastHistórias de Sucesso - Episódio 6Neste episódio, você vai conhecer mais sobre o programa StartOut Brasil, ação da ApexBrasil voltada à internacionalização de startups que já gerou mais de 16 milhões de dólares em negociações e fez mais de 220 atendimentos a startups interessadas em conquistar o mercado internacional. Conheça startups brasileiras que fazem negócios nos mais promissores ecossistemas de inovação do mundo com apoio da ApexBrasil e seus parceiros. O episódio traz os relatos de duas das 15 startups que participaram do ciclo do Startout realizado em Santiago do Chile em junho de 2022. Locução e Produção: Lorena Quintas. Ed...
2022-07-0809 min
Ambition Today, Startup Stories with Kevin SiskarHow Lorenzo Thione Is Scaling Support For Diverse Founders With GaingelsWe sat down with one of the most influential people in tech, Lorenzo Thione, who shares his very inspiring journey and how that led him to be where he is today. Lorenzo grew up in Milan, Italy and had a technical background at an early age. He completed his studies at the University of Texas at Austin, from which he holds a M.S. in Computer Engineering. He is now the Managing Director of Gaingels, a leading LGBTQIA+/Allies investment syndicate and one of the largest and most active private investors in North America. He...
2022-06-0230 min
The Altogether Show with Eric SatzLorenzo Thione on Representation and Addressing Funding ImbalanceMoving to the United States from Milan in 2001—mere months before September 11—Lorenzo Thione was quickly forced to reckon with life’s lack of guarantees. The only life worth living was an authentic one. Coming out was a must, and he never looked back. Lorenzo Thione is an entrepreneur, technologist, venture investor, and producer making an impact across several organizations: Gaingels, Sing Out, Louise! Productions, The Social Edge, and StartOut. He is a resolute LGBTQ community advocate and dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices and stories. In this episode, Lorenzo discusses co-founding StartOut and managing Gaingels, and th...
2022-06-0157 min
Startup Life Show with Ande LyonsEP 200 Bringing Equality to Startup Funding by Investing in LGBTQ+ FoundersThere are verified stories of LGBTQ+ members who have been ignored and singled out by potential investors because of their gender identity.Our guest, Ben Stokes, is on a mission to help create a world that's built on radical inclusivity, where diversity of knowledge and experience is celebrated.He’s the Founding Partner of Chasing Rainbows, an early-stage investment fund focused on investing in founders who come from underrepresented backgrounds - particularly those from the LGBTQ+ community. Ben previously founded and ran the virtual networking platform SocialTable, with customers on all 7 continents.Us...
2022-06-011h 03
ApexCastHistórias de Sucesso - Episódio 4Conheça as histórias de startups brasileiras que criaram tecnologias inovadoras de controle de qualidade da água e uso sustentável de recursos hídricos e conseguiram penetrar nos mais promissores ecossistemas de inovação do mundo com a ajuda do Startout Brasil, programa da ApexBrasil e instituições parceiras que promove a internacionalização de empresas de inovação e tecnologia. Locução: Talita Viana. Produção: Carolina Antunes.
2022-04-2515 min
Invest In Her with Catherine GrayEp. #278 Funding The underserved with Managing Partner Gaingels, Lorenzo ThioneInvest In Her host Catherine Gray talks with Lorenzo Thione is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for the intersection of technology, art, design, communication and social value. He's the Managing Director of Gaingels and a co-founding chairman of StartOut, two of the leading groups dedicated to supporting and elevating LGBTQ+ leaders in the venture startup ecosystem. As the Managing Producer at Sing Out, Louise! Productions, Lorenzo is also a Tony-Award and Drama Desk winning Broadway producer (Hadestown, The Inheritance) and the co-creator and lead producer of Allegiance, the Broadway musical starring George Takei and Lea Salonga, of which he...
2022-03-1630 min
More Than That with Gia PeppersLift As You Climb f. Valeisha Butterfield-Jones & Angelina DarrisawThere's just something about Black women in business. Our infectious passion, our perseverance and our ideas are unmatched. Plenty stands in our way — but that ends here. It's time to knock down barriers and lift as we climb. In this episode, Recording Academy Co-President, Valeisha Butterfield-Jones, and Founder & Career Coach, Angelina Darrisaw, talk about what it takes to cultivate success for Black women entrepreneurs. Resources:WEEN Academy - Women in Entertainment Empowerment NetworkC-Suite Coach Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Startout
2022-02-1920 min
Podcast Dos CompulsivosPodCast dos Compulsivos entrevista Natália Bertussi - T3_E5Neste episódio do Podcast dos Compulsivos, Alessandro Saade e Luiz Felipe Pateo entrevistam Natália Bertussi, coordenadora nacional de Startups do SEBRAE, para um papo cheio de dicas para quem quer se inscrever num programa de Aceleração de Negócios como o InovAtiva Brasil ou o StartOut Brasil. Não perca!!!Ouça, curta, compartilhe na sua plataforma preferida de podcast ou em nosso canal do Youtube.#tenhacicatrizes #empreendedorescompulsivos #falasaade #luizfelipepateo #podcastcompulsivos #empreendedorismo #startup #sebrae #inovativa #nataliabertussi #startoutbrasil #aceleracao
2022-02-1855 min
Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)Bryan Janeczko CEO of Nunbelievable - Building a Strong Network and Social Venture EntrepreneurshipDo you want to find ways to make money and help society? Try social venture entrepreneurship to make more impact. It’s when people use business as a force for good in the world. The big news is because we live in such an interconnected society these days, social entrepreneurs have access to more resources than ever before. This has made them one of the most economically powerful groups on earth - with billions of dollars invested into their ideas every year! But why should you care? Well, if you're like me, you're interested in making your mon...
2022-02-1552 min
Can I Bother You?1. Jeremy Rashad Brown (playwright, actor, founder of Brown Boy Productions)Join me and Jeremy as we laugh and yay our way through the conversation! Topics include leaving a corporate job to be a full-time artist; how Jeremy's award-winning script came to be; and commercial audition horror stories. Well, they’re less like horror stories and more like painfully common occurrences.Join Can I Bother You's Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/canibotheryouDrink water! DEVICO 32oz Water Bottle with Time Marker - https://amzn.to/3LixG6ICheck out Jeremy’s socials to keep up with his work!
2022-02-021h 02
Small & Gutsy: Nonprofit Stories with HeartSmall & Gutsy Interviews StartOutStartOut is a community of LGBTQ+ founders, professionals and their Allies with a national membership of over 17K. StartOut began in 2009 and has been the champion for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, promoting the successes of the LGBTQ community, as well as researching the economic impact of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.
2021-12-2745 min
Growth Mindset Podcast195: Lorenzo Thione, MD of Gaingels: Define Your Own Success, How to Spot and Seize Opportunities, Paying It Forward, The Four Pillars ThatLorenzo is the Managing Director of Gaingels and a co-founding chairman of StartOut, two of the leading groups dedicated to support and elevate LGBTQ+ leaders in the venture startup ecosystem. He is also a Tony-Award and Drama Desk winning Broadway producer and the co-creator and lead producer of Allegiance, the Broadway musical. He previously co-founded startups Powerset, which was acquired later on by Microsoft. He is also an investor, board member, and advisor for startups such as Figure Eight (now Appian), Weights & Biases, CrowdMed, Famo.us, Gobble, Just, and Lucid, and many more.He's an...
2021-12-0741 min
Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement195: Defining Success and the Key Pillars to Support the LGBTQ Community, Lorenzo Thione, MD of GaingelsLorenzo is the Managing Director of Gaingels and a co-founding chairman of StartOut, two of the leading groups dedicated to support and elevate LGBTQ+ leaders in the venture startup ecosystem. He is also a Tony-Award and Drama Desk winning Broadway producer and the co-creator and lead producer of Allegiance, the Broadway musical. Lorenzo previously co-founded startups Powerset, which was acquired later on by Microsoft. He is also an investor, board member, and advisor for startups such as Figure Eight (now Appian), Weights & Biases, CrowdMed, Famo.us, Gobble, Just, and Lucid, and many more. He's an outspoken...
2021-12-0743 min
Portal de Compras Públicas - Podcasts#34 Compras Públicas Na Prática: Portal É A Melhor Startup Do Demo Day Da StartOut Brasil Em LisboaO Portal de Compras Públicas acaba de ser eleito a melhor startup do Demo Day do StartOut Brasil em Portugal - um programa de apoio à internacionalização de empresas brasileiras do setor nos principais mercados globais de inovação.
A plataforma é uma das 15 startups do país selecionadas para participar da missão presencial de imersão do programa, o Ciclo Lisboa 2021, que começou dia 1º e vai até 10 de novembro na capital portuguesa.
O CEO do Portal, Leonardo Ladeira, está em Portugal para essa missão de imersão e recebeu o prêmio pessoalmente, após a empresa ter sido e...
2021-11-0921 min
Grassroots MarketingFyllo with Chief Commercial officer Jeff Ragovin (MJ Biz Con)Fyllo with Chief Commercial officer Jeff Ragovin, today on Grassroots Marketing only on Cannabis Radio.Tech pioneer and industry veteran, Jeff Ragovin has a proven track record of leading and scaling technology platforms. Co-founder of Buddy Media, Ragovin played a central role in guiding the company from start-up to the largest enterprise social marketing software in the world. Founded in 2007, Buddy Media empowered brands and agencies with a SaaS platform to organize and control their social marketing programs globally. Buddy Media enabled companies to publish content, place and optimize social ads, and measure the effectiveness of social marketing...
2021-10-2923 min
The Darn Good Life PodcastMarketing Yourself as an OUT Entrepreneur with StartOutHappy National Coming Out Day! Danielle recently sat down with AJ DeLeón, Co-Founder of Innovare, to discuss how to market yourself as an out entrepreneur and how our identities are our superpowers in business. This podcast episode is a recording from that panel, hosted by StartOut, a nonprofit whos mission is to increase the number, diversity, and and impact of LGBTQ+ founders and amplify their stories to drive the economic empowerment of the community.Get the Shownotes: https://darnroberts.com/startout/ Connect With Me:
2021-10-1131 min
Queer Queeries"I have a Queery about...Living As Your Authentic Self" ft. Jacob Ratliff"How are queer people shamed from expressing ourselves authentically?" "How do we rediscover our authentic voice and self?" "Is there ever a time where code-switching is good?" "How can finding community help us pursue our dreams?"On this episode, I interview business coach and entrepreneur Jacob Ratliff (he/him). Through his business, Jacob aims to "work with committed entrepreneurs who want to create a positive impact on other people’s lives and on the world…who want to change lives and make money doing it." He also markets himself as a coach who specifically works with...
2021-07-2544 min
Conversas Sustentáveis - Providing a New World.Ep. 22 - Smart City: um novo conceito de cidade.Você sabe o que é uma Smart City, ou uma Cidade Inteligente? Augusto Archer nos explanou os conceitos que tornam as Cidades Inteligentes.
Augusto Archer é Co-Founder Cit4Life, Gerente Utilities da Sonda, Professor da FGV em Cidades Inteligentes e sustentáveis, Mentor associado da ABMEN, Startout e InovAtiva, Vice Chair do Chapter RJ da Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), Diretor de Novos Negócios e Inovação da Câmara de Comercio Brasil-Chile. Atua no Mercado de tecnologia a mais de 25 anos já tendo participado do board de grandes Empresas atuando com projetos relacionados a IoT, Telecom, Utilities, Smartcity, Smartgrid. Bachar...
2021-05-101h 05
Crypto CurrentWasim Ahmad on Securing your digital assets to future generations using Vault12Today Wasim Ahmad joins us to discuss how you can secure your digital assets to future generations using Vault12. Wasim is a serial entrepreneur with five exits and an advisor in the fields of AI, the blockchain, cryptocurrency and encryption solutions. At Vault12, he led the private and public fundraising - one of the world’s first STOs and focuses today on expanding the Vault12 ecosystem. His crypto experience began with AlphaPoint, where he worked with the founding team to promote the world’s first crypto trading exchange solutions. Previously he was a founding member of Vol...
2021-04-0831 min
SALT TalksLorenzo Thione: Elevating LGBTQ+ Leaders in Venture Capital | SALT Talks #131Lorenzo Thione is the Managing Director of Gaingels and a co-founding chairman of StartOut, two of the leading groups dedicated to supporting and elevating LGBTQ+ leaders in the venture startup ecosystem.There is a negative business impact when a gay person is uncomfortable being open about their orientation. The time and attention dedicated to that issue takes away from time building out an idea or company without fear. Gaingels and StartOut help support that movement by increasing awareness and highlighting members of the LGBTQ+ community who hold top tech positions. As Apple CEO, Tim Cook famously came...
2021-03-3145 min
Estação InovAtivaEmpreendedorismo feminino: soluções por e para mulheresEm homenagem ao dia do empreendedorismo feminino (19/11), definido pela Organização das Nações Unidas (ONU), neste episódio convidamos duas empreendedoras para falarem sobre seus negócios e desafios vencidos. Jussara Pellicano Botelho, CEO da SisterWave, startup acelerada pelo ciclo InovAtiva Brasil 2020.1, e Raíssa Assman Kist, CEO da Herself, que atualmente está participando do programa de internacionalização para Bogotá-Medellín no StartOut Brasil.
Na conversa, você confere inspirações femininas e dicas de como implementar uma cultura mais receptiva às mulheres. Com base em alguns dados retirados do Data Sebrae divulgado em mar...
2020-11-2600 min
Asian Hustle NetworkMikkoh Chen and Megan Ruan // Ep 22 // Forging Meaningful Bonds With Gold HouseWelcome to Episode 22 of the Asian Hustle Network Podcast! We are very excited to have Mikkoh Chen and Megan Ruan on this week's episode.
We interview Asian entrepreneurs around the world to amplify their voices and empower Asians to pursue their dreams and goals. We believe that each person has a message and a unique story from their entrepreneurial journey that they can share with all of us.
Check us out on Anchor, iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, TuneIn, Spotify, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave us a positive 5-star r...
2020-11-2550 min
Feel the BootJohann Moonesinghe InterivewI recently talked to serial entrepreneur Johann Moonesinghe about his experiences as a founder and investor. He was one of the first people in the country to try equity crowdfunding, focused on restaurants.He actively invests in and advises tech startups through TechStars and directly.We talked about how the COVID crisis impacted restaurants and other startups, and the common elements among those that are surviving.He shared his experience as a gay minority founder and the importance of mutual community support.Finally, we dove into his process in choosing what...
2020-10-1646 min
OutBüro - LGBTQ VoicesLorenzo Thione: Out Gay Entrepreneur, Venture Investor & Broadway ProducerIn this episode of OutBüro Voices featuring LGBTQ professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from around the world, host Dennis Velco chats with Lorenzo Thione, Managing Director of Gaingles (https://www.gaingels.com), an LGTQ equality centric venture capital syndicate. Lorenzo is a serial out gay entrepreneur, venture capitalist, writer, Broadway producer, and LGBTQ non-profit founder. Born and raised in Italy, he moved to the United States to attend college in Texas focusing on computational linguistic artificial intelligence. He co-founded his first start-up business right out of college and it's been the entrepreneur's path ever since. Loren...
2020-09-2139 min
Fórum Negócios Cast#015 FN Cast NewsEsses são os nossos destaques desta segunda-feira, 24/08/2020:
GO! Startups RN reúne ecossistema de empresas inovadoras | Maior evento de startups e inovação será 100% virtual | Expectativa de inflação cai para o mínimo histórico de 4,3% | Brasil cria 131 mil postos formais de trabalho em julho | Paulo Guedes confirma prorrogação de jornada reduzida por mais dois meses | InovAtiva Brasil bate recorde do número de aceleradas no Ciclo 2020.1 | StartOut Brasil está com inscrições abertas para o ciclo Bogotá-Medellín | Programa de ajuda a micro e pequenas empresas é prorrogado por 3 meses | Indicador de Clima Econômico na América Latina avan...
2020-08-2410 min
Catalog of Interviews and BitsABOUT THE GUEST: Bryan Janeczko Empowering entrepreneurs to unlock massive potential and launch meaningful new ventures. Over 15 years of leadership as a pioneer in the online meal delivery movement and as a humanitarian. I'm a CEO and founder seeking out extraordinary opportunities to fuel transformational experienceABOUT THE GUEST: Bryan Janeczko
Empowering entrepreneurs to unlock massive potential and launch meaningful new ventures. Over 15 years of leadership as a pioneer in the online meal delivery movement and as a humanitarian. I'm a CEO and founder seeking out extraordinary opportunities to fuel transformational experiences. Performance driven with a track record of results in start-ups and large corporate entities, beginning with NuKitchen, the novel subscription-based consumer products company that I co-founded and ultimately sold to Nutrisystem, which paved the way for the $1B+ meal delivery industry. Recently named by Business Insider and Pitchbook as one of the most influential...
2020-07-2900 min
CivitasLAFostering LGBTQ+ Entrepreneurship | Chris Fraley, Board member of StartOutFounded in 2009 to promote LGBTQ+ equality and fight discrimination in the business world, StartOut has emerged as a leading champion for the LGBTQ+ entrepreneurial community, providing the resources entrepreneurs need to succeed, promoting success, and providing critical research on the economic impacts of LGBTQ+ discrimination. Join Chris Fraley, Board Member of StartOut, as we discuss the evolution of the organization and its work; the state of LGBTQ+ entrepreneurship in the U.S. and in our region; and also the Supreme Court’s recent landmark ruling that federal law protects workers from job discrimination based on their sexual orientation, gender id...
2020-07-2923 min
Fulfilling Work LiveFWL Ep. 049 - Peter KovacsBorn in Hungary and raised in Algeria and Canada, Peter learned how to build bridges between people and cultures and tries to make the world a better place for all.
He is an Executive coach and helps leaders thrive and innovate in an increasingly complex, diverse, and borderless world. His clients include Nvidia, BOLD, and MSCI. He founded 4 startups and made a successful exit from his last venture, V12 Software. He also mentors at Singularity University, StartOut, Pathrise, and the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center. Peter is passionate about travel and connecting with people, no matter where they are f...
2020-07-0354 min
Creative Pois-On#CreativityWillSaveUs Series - Interview with Lorenzo ThioneHello everybody and welcome to a new episode of our #CreativityWillSaveUs Podcast series! This special project is a video and podcast series where prominent figures from the international world of art, culture and entertainment come together to reflect on the central value that art brings to all humanity during these challenging quarantine times of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative is also designed to support the global community of artists who are seeing all of their venues temporarily shutting down to safely prevent the spreading of the Corona Virus. I invite you all to go check our Web Series...
2020-05-1341 min
CREATIVE POIS-ON PODCAST#CreativityWillSaveUs Series - Interview with Lorenzo ThioneHello everybody and welcome to a new episode of our #CreativityWillSaveUs Podcast series! This special project is a video and podcast series http://creativepoisn.com/creativity-will-save-us/ where prominent figures from the international world of art, culture and entertainment come together to reflect on the central value that art brings to all humanity during these challenging quarantine times of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative is also designed to support the global community of artists who are seeing all of their venues temporarily shutting down to safely prevent the spreading of the Corona Virus. I invite you all to go check...
2020-05-1341 min
Mail-Right Show | Real Estate Agents | Real Estate Agent | Online Marketing |#238 Mail-Right Show With Special Guest: Peter Sisson Co-Founder of YazaPeter is a product-focused entrepreneur who has started four companies, all of which were acquired. I am now working on my fifth, called yaza. My expertise covers all aspects of designing, building, launching, growing and monetizing great products, designing and scaling organizations to support those products, and making them profitable. I volunteer my time mentoring startup founders at the European Innovation Academy and StartOut Growth Lab, where during my tenure we graduated 24 companies that together have closed more than $45M in funding and created more than 200 new jobs. I studied computer science at...
2020-04-2331 min
DiscoPosse PodcastEp 108 - Why Rethinking the Social Video Experience is a Disruptive Opportunity with Yaza Founder Peter SissonPeter Sisson (@petersisson) is a product-focused entrepreneur who has started four companies, all of which were acquired. He volunteers his time mentoring startup founders at the European Innovation Academy and StartOut Growth Lab, where during his tenure 24 companies graduated that have raised more than $45M in funding and created more than 200 new jobs.
This dynamic conversation covers everything from the founding of Yaza, the tech behind it that makes it differentiated, but goes into much more around life and startup lessons including:
Culture of tech startups and Silicon Valley
When a product is ready and the art of product management an...
2020-04-101h 15
People On PurposeMax Thomas, 10.14.19Max Thomas is an advisor to start-ups and growth companies on executive leadership, business development & sales, digital analytics, and mergers & acquisitions. Max is a serial entrepreneur who has built, sold and transitioned several companies in the fields of digital marketing, online retail, and publishing.
Max is a member of the angel-investor syndicate Gaingels, a mentor at StartOut, and an advisor at ERA NYC and Innovation Norway. He holds a BA from Columbia University and an MBA from Yale University. Max lives in NYC and Amsterdam.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxthomas/
Web...
2019-10-1434 min
Evolving Earth Podcast#5 - Gabe Zichermann on The Rise Of Social Entrepreneurship & The Power of Failure to Guide Us Towards A Meaningful LifeThis week on the podcast, I feel super blessed to welcome Gabe Zichermann, author, entrepreneur, investor, and thinker.Gabe has founded 6 companies and written 3 books on gamification, and Behavioral Design have set the standard in teaching how to build for engagement across many industries and countries.After the collapse of his recent startup, Gabe embarked on a journey to understand the fear of failure and how it limits us personally and professionally.This project, called Failosophy, distills the lessons of individuals and organizations that have learned to fail fast, fail better and fail...
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[B]OLD AGE With Debbie WeilJeff Tidwell on Mid-Life Entrepreneurship and Work With PurposeIn today's episode, Debbie interviews Jeff Tidwell, a 35-year digital veteran who has worked with big brands like eTrade and WebMD, as well as with numerous startups, on product, community, marketing and user experience strategies. He’s lived and worked in New York, San Francisco and LA. About two years ago, as he approached 60, he began to feel conscious of his age in a youth-oriented industry.
That’s when he got the idea for Next For Me, an online community for those 50+ with a particular interest in meaningful work. Next For Me also sponsors real life events acro...
2019-05-1736 min
Ambition Today, Startup Stories with Kevin SiskarBryan Janeczko Is Helping Entrepreneurs GroBryan Janeczko was recently named one of the Top 23 LGBTQ people in Tech, along side other notable figures such as Tim Cook, Peter Thiel, and more. He has built a strong track record for building great businesses including: NuKitchen, a food preparation service that helped people eat healthier. NuKitchen was later sold to Nutrisystem and pioneered the market long before Blue Apron or Plated even existed. Now Bryan is the Founder of Gro, an on-demand startup academy. As part of the Loeb.NYC family, a venture studio in the heart of New York City, Bryan is helping...
2019-05-1332 min
MinnoTankJo Schneier | Founder | Trusty.CareMillions of Americans battle and fight to understand their Medicare & Medicaid access and coverages every year. But as Jo Schneier explains, the difficulty falls upon Americans that are 65+ and have a very low success rate. Learn more about Jo's startup: https://trusty.care/
Shout Out: Jo and MinnoTank were connected through an amazing network called https://startout.org/
StartOut is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating great business leaders by fostering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer entrepreneurs.
2018-11-1327 min
Fernando Godoy | Inovação, empreendedorismo e Liderança Disruptiva#7 - A Flórida não é só turismo e compras.Durante o programa Startout Miami visitamos aceleradoras, startups, centros de inovação e fizemos pitch para vários investidores. Neste podcast os meus insights sobre este ecossistema.
2018-09-2910 min
Failing UpAlex CapecelatroAlex Capecelatro is a young man who has already seen a lot of success. From leaving high school to go work for NASA and Harvard, to being on Space X's Zero Gravity Flight, to being the CEO to his own startups. But Alex has also had to face a lot of adversity, he was diagnosed with Type-1 Diabetes when he was 9 and faced a ton of rejection along the way. In the end, we think that you'll agree Alex's words of wisdom can help everyone.
Contribute to Alex's charity: www.startout.org
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2016-04-2052 min