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Triangle PodcastsMike Doernberg on Tweener Talks: The Early Chapters of a
Multi-Exit Triangle Founder
In Part 1 of this two-part deep dive, Triangle Tweener Talks host Scot Wingo sits down with legendary Triangle founder Mike Doernberg to explore the earliest chapters of his career, from CPA to multi-exit entrepreneur.
Mike walks through the founding of Marathon, the rise of early PC-driven consulting, the creation and spinout of SmartPath, raising capital through the old-school angel gauntlets, navigating the DoubleClick acquisition, and why “retirement” lasted all of three months.
Tune in to hear:
What the early startup ecosystem looked like before the Triangle was “the Triangle.”
The origins of Marathon and how the...
2025-11-227h 05
Triangle Tweener TalksMike Doernberg on Tweener Talks: The Early Chapters of a Multi-Exit Triangle FounderIn Part 1 of this two-part deep dive, Triangle Tweener Talks host Scot Wingo sits down with legendary Triangle founder Mike Doernberg to explore the earliest chapters of his career, from CPA to multi-exit entrepreneur.Mike walks through the founding of Marathon, the rise of early PC-driven consulting, the creation and spinout of SmartPath, raising capital through the old-school angel gauntlets, navigating the DoubleClick acquisition, and why “retirement” lasted all of three months.Tune in to hear:What the early startup ecosystem looked like before the Triangle was “the Triangle.”The origins of Marathon and how the...
2025-11-2040 min
The Enormocast: a climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc'teryx Academy in Squamish, BCOn the Enormocast Tweener, we have Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin on stage at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) BC for a live podcast. Vikki and Em are world climbers, but both have a “home” base in Squamish. Though they are of a similar age, the paths the two women took to arrive and … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC"
2025-11-181h 05
The Enormocast: the climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BCOn the Enormocast Tweener, we have Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin on stage at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) BC for a live podcast. Vikki and Em are world climbers, but both have a “home” base in Squamish. Though they are of a similar age, the paths the two women took to arrive and … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC"
2025-11-181h 05
The EnormocastEnormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BCOn the Enormocast Tweener, we have Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin on stage at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) BC for a live podcast. Vikki and Em are world climbers, but both have a “home” base in Squamish. Though they are of a similar age, the paths the two women took to arrive and … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC"
2025-11-181h 05The Enormocast: the climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BCOn the Enormocast Tweener, we have Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin on stage at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) BC for a live podcast. Vikki and Em are world climbers, but both have a “home” base in Squamish. Though they are of a similar age, the paths the two women took to arrive and … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Vikki Weldon and Em Pellerin Live at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC"
2025-11-181h 05
Triangle Tweener TalksMark Flickinger, BIP Ventures, on the State of Startups 2025: How the Southeast Became a Venture PowerhouseMark Flickinger is the COO and General Partner at BIP Ventures, one of the Southeast’s most active venture firms. Based in Atlanta, Mark brings a rare dual perspective, an operator who scaled startups before joining the investing side. Since 2015, he’s helped BIP expand from an Atlanta-centric firm into a major player across the Southeast and Midwest.Every year, BIP Ventures releases its State of Startups in the Southeast report, arguably the most comprehensive snapshot of our region’s innovation economy. In this episode, Scot sits down with Mark to break down the 2025 findings, from AI and va...
2025-11-1358 min
Your Ball was OutKeeping Up with the Future of Tennis - NEW SEGMENTWith this new segment, we are going to dive into weekly/biweekly/monthly updates from the junior professional tennis circuit to showcase the best talent to watch out forFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Swingvision Pro Subscriptionhttps://swing.vision/r/tweenerheadtennis
2025-11-1016 minThe EnormocastEnormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in SquamishOn this Tweener Enormocast, we rebroadcast a live interview with Swedish climber Matilda Söderlund captured in front of a smart well-dressed audience at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC. Matilda has become a bright star of Swedish climbing progressing from a tween competitor to hot shot sport climber, big route climber, trad climber, and gyn … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in Squamish"
2025-10-1457 minThe Enormocast: a climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in SquamishOn this Tweener Enormocast, we rebroadcast a live interview with Swedish climber Matilda Söderlund captured in front of a smart well-dressed audience at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC. Matilda has become a bright star of Swedish climbing progressing from a tween competitor to hot shot sport climber, big route climber, trad climber, and gyn … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in Squamish"
2025-10-1457 minThe Enormocast: the climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in SquamishOn this Tweener Enormocast, we rebroadcast a live interview with Swedish climber Matilda Söderlund captured in front of a smart well-dressed audience at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC. Matilda has become a bright star of Swedish climbing progressing from a tween competitor to hot shot sport climber, big route climber, trad climber, and gyn … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in Squamish"
2025-10-1457 minThe Enormocast: the climbing podcastEnormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in SquamishOn this Tweener Enormocast, we rebroadcast a live interview with Swedish climber Matilda Söderlund captured in front of a smart well-dressed audience at the Arc’teryx Academy in Squamish, BC. Matilda has become a bright star of Swedish climbing progressing from a tween competitor to hot shot sport climber, big route climber, trad climber, and gyn … Continue reading "Enormocast Tweener: Matilda Söderlund Live in Squamish"
2025-10-1457 min
Your Ball was Out2025/2026 College Tennis Season Preview ft. John ParsonsIt's that time of year! The college tennis season has kicked off, and we could not be more excited about it. We welcome back John Parsons from the No Ad, No Problem podcast and our go-to source for college tennis!Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=enTwitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_headSupport the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscriptionhttps://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114...
2025-09-3032 min
Your Ball was OutITA All American National Champion and Faced Carlos Alcaraz this year, Oliver TarvetMeet Oliver Tarvet:All AmericanITA Singles National ChampionITA Doubles National ChampionQualified for Wimbledon as a WildcardFaced Carlos Alcaraz on Center Court of WimbledonFollow Oliver Tarvet on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ollie_tarvet7/?hl=enFollow Tweener Head Tennis on Social MediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweenerheadtennisphil/?hl=en
2025-09-2536 min
EcosystemingThe Triangle Tweener Fund Strategy w/ Scot Wingo | Ep. 24We are joined by Scot Wingo, General Partner of the Triangle Tweener Fund, Co-Founder and CEO of ReFiBuy.ai, and longtime Podcaster. Having successfully started and exited multiple companies, he has become a champion of the Triangle’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, supporting founders and fueling growth in countless ways.In 2015, Scot created the Triangle Tweener List to highlight local companies with over 10 people or $1M in annual revenue. After seven years of data, he saw a remarkable pattern: these companies had very few closures and often produced the region’s most significant exits. In 2022, he launched the Triangle Twee...
2025-09-2348 min
Triangle Tweener TalksNavigating the AI Tsunami: A Founder's Guide with Greg BooneFrom the world of tech startups to the high-stakes world of sneakers, Walk West CEO and founder Greg Boone is a serial entrepreneur with a unique journey. With a background in computer science and a history of building and investing in companies, Greg brings a fresh perspective on how to navigate the current "AI tsunami."Tune in to hear:Greg's entrepreneurial journey, from his computer science degree at North Carolina A&T to his early career at IBM and his ventures in everything from the bar industry to e-commerce.How his marketing agency, Walk West, is...
2025-09-1837 min
Your Ball was OutWinner of the First Ever UTR PTT Pro Summer Slam National Championships, JanMagnus JohnsonFrom 3x Player of the Year in the ASUN conference to transferring to the Power 4 school of the University of Florida, JanMagnus "Mags" Johnson, wins the first ever UTR PTT Pro Summer Slam National Championships in San DiegoTry out the Universal Tennis Power Subscription TODAY https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114Follow Us on Social MediaInstagram --- https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=enTwitter/X — https://twitter.com/tweener_head
2025-09-1113 min
Your Ball was OutFrom Historic Season at Cal to joining SEC Powerhouse Georgia Bulldogs, Derrick Chen InterviewFrom being a Top 100 junior in the world before joining Cal, to transferring to the Georgia Bulldogs in the SEC. We catch up with the newest Bulldog, Derrick, in San Diego during the UTR PTT Pro Summer Slam National Championships.Try out the Universal Tennis Power Subscription TODAY https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Follow Us on Social Media Instagram --- https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X — https://twitter.com/tweener_head
2025-09-1013 min
Triangle Tweener TalksDr. Doug Kaufman: The TransLoc Story, His Pivot to AI, and Why Every CEO Needs a Coach (part 2)What happens after you sell a company you helped turn around?For Dr. Doug Kaufman, it’s a story of new ventures and hard-won lessons.In this second part of a two-part series, Doug discusses his time at TransLoc, a mass transit technology company he helped lead to a successful sale to Ford.He shares how he navigated a challenging acquisition process and the importance of a strong, collaborative board. He also talks about the challenges of his most recent venture, Belongly, including the difficult decision to pivot the business and raise capital in...
2025-09-0443 min
Triangle Tweener TalksStartup Life, Crisis, and Chaos: Psychologist Turned Serial Entrepreneur Dr. Doug Kaufman (part 1)What happens when a classically trained psychologist leaves the world of academia to shift careers?For Dr. Doug Kaufman, it was to become a serial entrepreneur (obviously). Doug's story is defined by a relentless curiosity about human behavior, a series of successful ventures, and some hard-won lessons in the chaotic world of startups.In this first of a two-part series, Doug recounts his unconventional path from a psychology PhD to joining a hyper-growth tech company, starting his own bootstrapped business, and facing the ultimate test of a founder's resilience in the Triangle.
2025-08-2854 min
Triangle Tweener TalksWritten Word Media's Ricci Wolman on Immigrating to the US, Entrepreneurial Freedom, and the Paradox of ChoiceFrom her upbringing in Johannesburg, South Africa, to a career spanning Wall Street, an Ivy League MBA, and the early days of e-commerce, Ricci Wolman’s journey is a all about problem solving, resilience, freedom, and...the paradox of choice? As the CEO and co-founder of Written Word Media, she has built a bootstrapped and profitable business by solving a problem her own mom faced: book discovery in a crowded market.Tune in to hear:Ricci's immigration story from South Africa to the US and the culture shocks she faced along the way.Why she...
2025-08-071h 24
Your Ball was OutHow will NIL Money Effect the College Tennis World, Philip Sheng LawyerAs a former college player for Stanford and a traveling professional tennis player, Philip Sheng has an inside perspective on how the tennis world operates. Now, as a trial lawyer, he advises on sports law, which includes NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness)... We had Phil on to discuss how all of this NIL "stuff" will affect the nature of college tennisFollow Phil on Social MediaTwitter/X - https://x.com/therealshengerFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis...
2025-07-2147 minThe EnormocastTweener: Sam Stroh Settles InOn this Tweener ™ episode of the Enormocast, we catch up with pro climber, Sam Stroh. When we posted the full-blown Enormocast with Sam in April, 2025, it had been gathering dust for nearly 9 months. Sam and I agreed that a catch-up was in the offing. In the meantime, Sam had been to Naranjo … Continue reading "Tweener: Sam Stroh Settles In"
2025-07-0855 minThe Enormocast: a climbing podcastTweener: Sam Stroh Settles InOn this Tweener ™ episode of the Enormocast, we catch up with pro climber, Sam Stroh. When we posted the full-blown Enormocast with Sam in April, 2025, it had been gathering dust for nearly 9 months. Sam and I agreed that a catch-up was in the offing. In the meantime, Sam had been to Naranjo … Continue reading "Tweener: Sam Stroh Settles In"
2025-07-0855 minThe Enormocast: the climbing podcastTweener: Sam Stroh Settles InOn this Tweener ™ episode of the Enormocast, we catch up with pro climber, Sam Stroh. When we posted the full-blown Enormocast with Sam in April, 2025, it had been gathering dust for nearly 9 months. Sam and I agreed that a catch-up was in the offing. In the meantime, Sam had been to Naranjo … Continue reading "Tweener: Sam Stroh Settles In"
2025-07-0855 minThe Enormocast: the climbing podcastTweener: Sam Stroh Settles InOn this Tweener ™ episode of the Enormocast, we catch up with pro climber, Sam Stroh. When we posted the full-blown Enormocast with Sam in April, 2025, it had been gathering dust for nearly 9 months. Sam and I agreed that a catch-up was in the offing. In the meantime, Sam had been to Naranjo … Continue reading "Tweener: Sam Stroh Settles In"
2025-07-0855 min
Your Ball was OutVintage Court Collection, One of the Most Exclusive Tennis Fashion Retailers in the GameMatthew, founder of the Vintage Court Collection joins the channel to chat about everything tennis fashion and what it takes to be one of the most exclusive tennis fashion retailers in the gameCheck out Vintage Court CollectionInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/vintagecourtcollection/?hl=enWebsite - https://vintagecourtcollection.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaefLNuEG3bxxztYOM78CJXCn4Z-VSNwUlkF_xy7d3pLiyPlUgDbSd5dD_zFww_aem_CllGWMdSg1c2IpfarRI3CgFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en
2025-07-0532 min
Triangle Tweener TalksEric Boduch: Revcast, 24 and Up, and Building the Next Generation of Triangle Startups (Part 2)In Part 2 of our conversation with Eric Boduch, Pendo co-founder and CEO of Revcast, we explore the world of venture studios. Having left Pendo to pursue his vision of parallel entrepreneurship, Eric shares how his studio, 24 and Up, identifies, builds, and funds new companies.This episode unravels the unique model of a venture studio, differentiating it from accelerators, incubators, and traditional venture capital. Eric also offers a candid assessment of the Triangle's startup ecosystem, highlighting its strengths and identifying key areas for growth.Tune in to hear:What a venture studio is and how...
2025-06-2654 min
Your Ball was OutFinding the World's Best Tennis Court, Winners Only YouTube Channel ft. TreyAs one of the most creative tennis content creators on YouTube, Trey from Winners Only joins the podcast to discuss his journey. From storytelling to learning about how to play tennisFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114
2025-06-2323 min
Triangle Tweener TalksEric Boduch: Pendo's Origin Story, Building a Brand, and Product in the Age of AI (Part 1)From co-founding one of the Triangle's most successful tech companies, Pendo, to quietly building a new venture studio, Eric Boduch has a deep well of entrepreneurial experience. In this first of a two-part series, Eric sits down with Scot to reflect on his journey, the lessons learned from the dot-com bust, and the evolution of product management.Eric gets into his early days, his path to co-founding Pendo, and the strategic decisions that helped shape its unique brand and culture. If you've ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes of building a high-growth startup a...
2025-06-1952 min
Triangle Tweener TalksJason Widen: From Raleigh Founded to Blue Co., Building Community and Creative CoworkingWhat happens when a seasoned entrepreneur spots a gap in the market and decides to take a risk on something entirely new? For Jason Widen, it’s led him from founding Raleigh Founded, a cornerstone of the Triangle’s startup ecosystem, to creating Blue Co. – a flexible warehouse solution designed for service-based businesses.In this episode, Jason shares his journey of building community-driven businesses, from his early days working at a ski resort to launching Raleigh Founded and now expanding his vision with Blueco. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to pivot, scale, and truly make an...
2025-06-051h 10
Your Ball was OutSetting New Standards for Tennis Stringing Companies, Toroline Founder Eric LeeIt takes a lot to start a company but to start one that services everyone around the world with unlimited customization options?? Eric Lee, founder of Toroline strings, joins the podcast to discuss what goes into building a company in the tennis worldCheck out their website/string here!https://toroline.com/ Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https...
2025-06-0354 min
Your Ball was OutThe Ultimate Luxury of Tennis Brands, Uomo Sport Founder, Steven SiebertSteven Siebert looks to make Uomo Sport the ultimate luxury tennis brand on the market! Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Swingvision Pro Subscriptionhttps://swing.vision/r/tweenerheadtennis (Get $20 off...
2025-05-221h 00
Triangle Tweener TalksChris Heivly: MapQuest Co-Founder ($1.2B Exit), Triangle Startup Factory, Build the Fort, and MoreChris Heivly’s journey through the tech world is one for the books, literally - thanks to his deep-rooted love of maps. From his early days studying geography and computer mapping to shaping the future of internet navigation with MapQuest, Chris shares an inspiring story of innovation, risk, and community-building.In this episode, we explore Chris’s entrepreneurial journey, discussing everything from his time building map systems for the U.S. State Department to his pivot into founding one of the Triangle’s first startup accelerators, the Triangle Startup Factory.Tune in to hear:Chris’...
2025-05-151h 39
Triangle Tweener TalksAllstacks' Hersh Tapadia: Raising $20M+ and Redefining ProductivityIf you ask someone what’s at the heart of a successful engineering team, the answer might involve tools, talent, or tech. But Hersh Tapadia, CEO and co-founder of Allstacks, believes it all starts with one thing: measurable productivity. While we all know engineering teams face unique challenges, Allstacks is tackling the toughest one—how to measure and improve engineering productivity at scale.In today’s episode, we talk to Hersh about his journey, from growing up in Raleigh to leading a company that's reshaping the way engineering teams operate. Hersh shares how Allstacks went from a consul...
2025-05-081h 31
Your Ball was OutMay Madness is HERE! Previewing the 2025 NCAA Team Tournament ft. John ParsonsPhilip and John discussed the upcoming May Madness tournament, focusing on the women's and men's brackets. They highlighted the formula for determining the brackets, prioritizing fewer flights and regional locations.Podcast Description and SocialsFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https...
2025-05-0243 min
Triangle Tweener TalksEngineering Entrepreneurs: NC State Eship and Triangle Legend Dr. Tom MillerIf you ask anyone about the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Triangle, one name that keeps coming up is Dr. Tom Miller. Known as the champion of engineering entrepreneurship at NC State, Tom has been pivotal in shaping the region’s startup culture for over 40 years. From his early days in eastern North Carolina to founding the Engineering Entrepreneurs Program, his influence is felt across generations of entrepreneurs.Today, we sit down with Dr. Miller to hear his journey, the creation of the Engineering Entrepreneurs Program, his work with students like Bill Nussey and Chris Evans, and his th...
2025-04-291h 53
Your Ball was Out"It's Impossible to be bored as a Challenger Tennis Fan!", Challenger Tour Tennis Update with Damian KustThe ATP Challenger tour is always fun because it is nonstop action throughout the year! You can't go a week without learning about someone new and their potential for the mainstream tour. Join us and Damian to discuss all things challenger tennisFollow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power...
2025-04-2843 min
Your Ball was OutThe Coach of All Levels, including World Number 3, Jessica Pegula! Tennis Coach, Jonathan Stokke!Present in Charleston for Jessica Pegula's run to the title, Jonathan Stokke joins the podcast to talk about teaching all different levels of players! Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Swingvision Pro Subscription...
2025-04-2144 min
Your Ball was OutLSU Freshman and Team Canada Tennis Player, Kayla CrossAlready a pro title holder, LSU standout, and now Billie Jean King Cup team member? Kayla Cross has already accomplished so much at 19 years old. What's next for the young Canadian?Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead Support the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114
2025-04-0942 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness Championship! ZW vs InviteJet: Who Takes Home the $25K Tweener Fund Investment?Who will be crowned champion of Tweener Madness and take home the $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund?The championship features two radically different approaches to innovation: ZW (Robert Fu) – An AI-powered platform helping manufacturers optimize production and R&D in complex industries. InviteJet (Brian Watson & Paul Davis) – A calendar-based marketing solution helping brands reach customers at exactly the right time.ZW (Robert Fu)Platform suite includes ZAI, ZMAP, and ZFastQ—each targeting different needs in manufacturing and R&D.Combines deep manufacturing experience with proprietary AI to handle data-heavy optimization challenges.Focused on proof...
2025-04-081h 05
Your Ball was OutNebraska Head Coach for Men's Tennis, Peter KobeltFrom being Number 1 in the country at Ohio State University, to leading the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the Big 10! Peter Kobelt does not lack experience and is building this program to be one of the best in the nation!Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=enTwitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_headTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerheadSupport the channel!Universal Tennis Power Subscriptionhttps...
2025-04-0734 min
Triangle Tweener TalksCivicReach or InviteJet? What Startup Advances to the Tweener Madness Championship?Who’s Advancing from the Fabulous Four - CivicReach or InviteJet?Welcome back to Triangle Tweener Madness, the high-stakes startup tournament where eight companies go head-to-head for a $25,000 investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund!We’re down to the Fabulous Four, and this week’s semifinal is a clash between a calendar-powered marketing platform and a voice AI company transforming local government services. Two bold visions. One coveted spot in the finals.Let’s meet the contenders. 🔹 InviteJet (Paul Davis & Brian Watson) – A marketing platform that lets brands send ca...
2025-04-0352 min
Triangle Tweener TalksUnlocking Leadership Potential: Katherine Krupka on Raleigh Durham Startup WeekWhat if the most powerful tool for success as an entrepreneur isn’t the latest strategy or tech hack—but the way you perceive and process every challenge you face?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, guest host Rebecca Ross sits down with Katherine Krupka, a leadership strategist and executive coach, to dive into the powerful connection between leadership, perception, and decision-making. Katherine has worked with leaders around the world, from embassies to startups, helping them unlock deeper levels of wisdom and navigate uncertainty. She’s bringing all of her expertise to Raleigh Durham Startup Week as a k...
2025-04-0214 min
Triangle Tweener TalksMoxie or ZW? What Startup Advances to the Tweener Madness Championship?Who’s Advancing from the Fabulous Four - Moxie or ZW?Welcome back to Triangle Tweener Madness, where four startups remain in the race for a $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund!In this week’s matchup, we’ve got two very different companies: one’s building AI to protect the integrity of academic research, and the other’s helping manufacturers optimize glass and ceramics production with deep tech. The stakes are higher than ever—only one will move on to the championship round.The Contenders🔹 Moxie (Jessica Parker) – An AI...
2025-04-0148 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Logistics Innovation (Deliveri) vs Bulk Marketing Invitations (InviteJet)Welcome back to Triangle Tweener Madness, where 8 startups go head-to-head for a $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund! This week, it’s a battle between a logistics platform built for scrappy e-commerce sellers and a surprising new marketing tool using your calendar.Only one can move on to the next round. Let’s meet the contenders.The Contenders🔹 Deliveri (Jason Brown) – A full-service logistics tech stack for small e-commerce businesses shipping across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Deliveri helps brands compare rates, insure shipments, automate duties and taxes, and create...
2025-03-2753 min
Triangle Tweener TalksWhy Brain Science is Critical for Entrepreneurs, with Phil Dixon (Raleigh Durham Startup Week Keynote)Guest host Rebecca Ross sits down with Phil Dixon, CEO of the Oxford Brain Institute and expert on neuroscience in leadership. With years of experience working with top companies like Apple, Google, and Facebook, Phil is bringing his insights to Raleigh Durham Startup Week as a keynote speaker.You’ll hear Phil discuss:Why understanding brain science is crucial for entrepreneursHow emotional threats impact decision-making and productivityThe importance of timing when making tough decisionsThe science behind how words shape our mindset and successAnd much more!If you’re an entrepreneur or just interested in the fasc...
2025-03-2610 min
Triangle Tweener TalksValuable App vs CivicReach: The Battle of AI, Government, and Hidden TreasuresWelcome back to Triangle Tweener Madness, where 8 startups go head-to-head for a $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund! This week, it’s a clash of categories—govtech vs. asset tech—as two AI-powered platforms pitch their visions for transforming outdated systems. One startup is helping local governments serve residents more efficiently. The other is helping estate sale pros and collectors reclaim time and value in the secondary market.Let’s meet the contenders.🔹 CivicReach (Chip Kennedy) – A voice-based AI platform that helps cities and counties improve the customer experience of government services—think tax appeals, pothol...
2025-03-2548 min
Triangle Tweener TalksMoxie (Jessica Parker) vs TutorSmith (Austin Ketola): Tweener Madness Battle of the EdTechs!Who’s Moving On in the Battle of EdTech?Welcome back to Triangle Tweener Madness, where 8 startups go head-to-head for a $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund! This week, two edtech startups take the stage in a battle of AI-driven learning solutions—but only one will move on to the next round.The Contenders🔹 Moxie (Jessica Parker) – An AI-powered research writing platform that helps graduate students, faculty, and researchers streamline the writing and revision process while maintaining academic integrity. With a growing user base and institutional partnerships, Moxie is poised to...
2025-03-1948 min
Your Ball was OutWho are the Payers and Players?From covering tennis around the country to experiencing junior tennis developments first hand, we are excited to have Scott from the Payers and Players podcast to talk all things tennis!Support the podcast by signing up for the Universal Tennis Power Subscription belowhttps://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com...
2025-03-181h 01
Triangle Tweener TalksMyMatR (John Starke) vs ZW LLC (Robert Fu): Let the Tweener Madness Begin!Welcome to the first-ever Triangle Tweener Madness, where 8 startups compete for a $25K investment from the Triangle Tweener Fund! We kick off the competition with two promising startups going head-to-head: John Starke from MyMatR and Robert Fu from ZW LLC. With a distinguished selection committee featuring David Jones (Bull City Venture Partners), Anil Chawla (Entrepreneur and Angel Investor), and Nikin Shah (Front Porch Ventures), the stakes are high as these founders pitch their innovative solutions.The Contenders🔹 MyMatR (John Starke) – Tackling the massive waste management problem, MyMatR has developed an automatic sorting waste contai...
2025-03-111h 14
Your Ball was OutConnecting Tennis Players through Social Media, Jonathyn from XXL Tennis From creating an Instagram account to prove he played tennis, Jonathyn created the "XXL Tennis" Instagram to bring tennis fans together in one place! Check out the Universal Tennis Power subscription to support the podcast!https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Follow us on social media:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=en Twitter/X - https://x.com/tweener_head TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tweenerhead
2025-03-1142 min
Triangle Tweener Talks8 Startups Competing for $25K Prize: This is Tweener Madness!Welcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness.com---Triangle Tweener Talks is hosted by Scot Wingo, presented by Triangle Tweener Fund, and produced by Walk West.
2025-03-0701 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Michael JonesWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Michael Jones:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdjonesy/CandleScience: https://www.candlescience.com/About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness...
2025-03-0720 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Anthony RotoliWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Anthony Rotoli:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyrotoli/Ocelot: https://ocelot.ai/About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness.com
2025-03-0623 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Anil ChawlaWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Anil Chawla:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anilchawla/About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness.com---...
2025-03-0518 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Dave NealWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Dave Neal:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davenealvc/Duke Capital Partners: https://dukecapitalpartners.duke.edu/team/About Tweener Madness...
2025-03-0322 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Jason CaplainWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Jason Caplain:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncaplain/Bull City Venture Partners: https://www.bcvp.com/About Tweener Madness...
2025-02-2826 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Tobi WalterWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Tobi Walter:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiaswalter/Cofounders Capital: https://www.cofounderscapital.com/About Tweener Madness: https://www...
2025-02-2722 min
Your Ball was OutThe Most Famous Voice in Tennis, Robbie KoenigOne of the most infamous voices in professional tennis, Robbie Koenig, join the Tweener Head Tennis YouTube channel not too long ago and we wanted to share it with you today on the podcast! Check out the UTR Power Subscription https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114 Follow us on social media!Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tweener_head_tennis/?hl=enX/Twitter - https://x.com/tweener_headYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/tweenerhead
2025-02-2634 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Randy MyerWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Randy Myer:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-myer-8322a844/UNC Kenan-Flagler: https://www.kenan-flagler.unc.edu/faculty/directory/randy-myer/...
2025-02-2622 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Kevin MosleyWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Kevin Mosley:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevincmosley/Jurasic Capital: https://jurassiccapital.com/About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness...
2025-02-2515 min
Triangle Tweener TalksBreaking News: Earfluence Walk West - Acquisition Chat with Jason Gillikin and Greg BooneIn this special edition of Triangle Tweener Talks, we’re breaking some big news: Walk West has acquired Earfluence! Jason Gillikin, founder of Earfluence (which produces this podcast), and Greg Boone, the incoming CEO of Walk West, join host Scot Wingo to discuss the details of the deal, what it means for the future of both companies, and how this acquisition will reshape the digital marketing and podcasting landscape in the Triangle.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The origin story of Earfluence and how Jason Gillikin transitioned from a corporate career to podcast entrepreneurship.Why...
2025-02-2533 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Jenn SummeWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Jenn Summe:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifersumme/Primordial: https://primordial.io/About Tweener Madness: https://www.tweenermadness.com
2025-02-2423 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Lister DelgadoWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Lister Delgado:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/listerdelgado/Idea Fund Partners: https://www.ideafundpartners.com/About Tweener Madness: https...
2025-02-2120 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness Selection Show (Recorded Feb 20, 2025 1pm ET)In this episode we reveal the Tweener Madness "Exceptional Eight" - our eight triangle high-tech startups that 'made the cut' to move forward. Each company's founder was able to make it and comes on the show to tell us a bit about themselves and their customer.
------Triangle Tweener Talks is sponsored by:Atomic Object: https://atomicobject.com/
2025-02-201h 00
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Robbie HardyWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Robbie Hardy:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiehardy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiehardydotcomRobbieHardy.comAbout Tweener Madness: https...
2025-02-1913 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: David JonesWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find David Jones:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsjones/Bull City Venture Partners: https://www.bcvp.com/About Tweener Madness...
2025-02-1813 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Mahati SridharWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Mahati Sridhar:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahatisridhar/Revolution ROTR Seed Fund: https://revolution.com/team-member/mahati-sridhar/About Tweener...
2025-02-1717 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Evan ShearWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Evan Shear:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/opcejs/Oval Park Capital: https://www.ovalpark.com/aboutAbout Tweener Madness...
2025-02-1413 min
Your Ball was OutMadison Keys Reigns in Australia, Sabalenka vs. Swiatek for Who Rules the Tour, WTA Tour Update ft. Tennis.com Writer, David KaneWe are two months and one grand slam into the new Women's Tennis Association season, and we have much to discuss! We bring on our very own WTA Insider, Tennis.com writer, and our very own Tweener Head Tennis insider, David KaneTry the Universal Tennis Power Subscription using the link below:https://app.utrsports.net/referral/utrmarke535114
2025-02-1358 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Nikin ShahWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Nikin Shah:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikin-shah-9801885/Front Porch Venture Partners: https://www.frontporchvp.com/team/About Tweener...
2025-02-1319 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Zakiya Alta LeeWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Zakiya Alta Lee:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zakiyaaltalee/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zakiyaaltalee/Z Pro Prep: https://www...
2025-02-1220 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: David GardnerWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find David Gardner:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgardner4/Cofounders Capital: https://www.cofounderscapital.com/The Startup Hats: https://www.amazon...
2025-02-1116 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Mitch MummaWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund.Each round, 3 members of the selection committee will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize.Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls.Where to Find Mitch Mumma:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchmumma/Intersouth Partners: https://www.intersouth.com/mitchAbout Tweener Madness: https...
2025-02-1023 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTweener Madness! Meet the Selection Committee: Jan DavisWelcome to Tweener Madness, the high stakes startup showdown where 8 promising companies go head to head for a $25,000 investment prize from the Triangle Tweener Fund. Each round, three judges will vote on which startups advance leading up to the finals in early April where one company will take home the top prize from the judges. Before the competition kicks off, let's meet the people making the tough calls, the judges. First up, Jan Davis.Where to Find Jan Davis:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janldavis/RTP Angel Fund: https...
2025-02-0711 min
Triangle Tweener TalksJud Bowman: Founder at 18, Went From .COM bust to Unicorn and Much, Much More!Few Triangle founders have experienced as many highs and lows as Jud Bowman. From launching his first startup as a high school student to navigating the dot-com bust, leading Motricity through a billion-dollar market cap, and pivoting multiple times to stay ahead of industry shifts, Jud's entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of legendary. In this episode, Jud discusses the evolution of his companies—Pinpoint, Motricity, Appia, and now Sift Media. Everything from cold-emailing VCs in the '90s to the rise and fall of ringtones, the power of persistence, and what’s next in the world...
2025-01-301h 27
Triangle Tweener TalksChris Evans: 80s Founder, 40yrs of Davinci (1st Windows Email) and Accipiter Unicorn ExitFour teenage friends decide to build the world’s first Windows-based email program—and then go on to launch a second venture that scores a legendary dot-com outcome. In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, host Scot Wingo sits down with Chris Evans, co-founder of DaVinci Systems (founded in 1985!) and Accipiter, to uncover the wild backstory behind pioneering email software, negotiating with Microsoft, and navigating the frenzied dot-com bubble.Chris shares personal lessons from youth, success, and heartbreak—including how he found his entrepreneurial tribe at Enloe High School, got “fired” by his best friend at age 27...
2025-01-231h 31
Triangle Tweener TalksRichard Holcomb: Using "Hillbilly Negotiating" to Create an Excel-lent Microsoft DealWhat happens when you grow up on a tobacco farm in rural North Carolina, turn down a million-dollar offer from Microsoft, and then build multiple groundbreaking software companies? In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, host Scot Wingo sits down with Richard Holcomb—serial founder, mentor, investor, and a driving force in the Triangle’s tech scene.Richard recounts his early days in Whiteville, NC, shares the backstory of his game-changing Microsoft Excel royalty deal (yes, it’s taught at Microsoft as a cautionary tale!), and reveals how he built and exited startups like DataDirect, HAHT S...
2025-01-161h 18
Triangle Tweener TalksTodd Olson, CEO of Pendo: Pendo Founding story and What Makes Him Tick?What drives someone to leave a cushy corporate role, start (and sometimes stumble at) multiple tech ventures, and finally build one of the Triangle’s most iconic unicorns? On this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we sit down with Todd Olson, Founder and CEO of Pendo—a leading product analytics platform now powering hundreds of the world’s top software experiences.Todd pulls back the curtain on his early days coding in a bank at age 14, his near-miss exits that fueled an enduring chip on his shoulder, and how he and his co-founders built Pendo into a...
2025-01-091h 30
Triangle Tweener TalksPeter Zaitsev: Open-Source Entrepreneurship and the Percona StoryHow do you grow a 350-person, globally distributed tech company—without outside venture funding? In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we chat with Peter Zaitsev, Co-Founder of Percona, who bootstrapped his open-source database services and software company from a scrappy two-person startup in the U.K. to a $50M+ revenue business headquartered right here in the Triangle.Peter’s story is anything but linear. He talks about growing up in the Soviet Union, teaching himself assembly code on paper before he even touched a real computer, and starting his first company at age 19—where he qui...
2025-01-021h 32
Triangle Tweener TalksTina Tang: Finding Product-Market Fit, Raising Pre-Seed, and the Bristles.AI StoryHow do you turn a simple “what if?” into a thriving venture—especially when you’re blending creativity, technology, and a dash of entrepreneurial courage?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we sit down with Tina Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Bristles, an AI-driven platform that helps furniture refinishers and DIYers reimagine their projects before picking up a single paintbrush.Tina shares her journey from civil engineering and data analytics into the world of startups, navigating the messy middle of product-market fit, and iterating her way from a broad concept to a laser-focused solution for a pa...
2024-12-191h 27
Triangle Tweener TalksRobbie Allen: Automated Insights and Infinia ML (Exits) -> Bionic Health and Triangle Tweener FundHow do you transition from corporate life to building a successful startup? What does it take to create a company culture where people genuinely enjoy working while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, Scot Wingo sits down with Robbie Allen, a serial entrepreneur and founder of companies like StatSheet, Automated Insights, and Bionic Health. Robbie shares his journey from working at tech giants like IBM and Cisco to launching startups that merge technology with meaningful impact.Robbie discusses how he fosters positive workplace environments, prioritizes growth over...
2024-12-121h 37
Triangle Tweener TalksDr. Joy Bhosai: Raising Millions and Revolutionizing Healthcare with Pluto HealthHow can technology close the healthcare gaps that leave so many underserved? What does it take to build a startup that challenges the status quo while navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we sit down with Dr. Joy Bhosai, founder and CEO of Pluto Health, to explore the inspiring journey that led her from global healthcare work to founding a tech startup aimed at improving patient outcomes. Joy’s background spans experiences at the Clinton Foundation’s Ethiopia Hospital program, a Fulbright scholarship in Thailand, and a Duke University resi...
2024-12-0559 min
Triangle Tweener TalksDr. Alison Fragale: Author of Likeable Badass and UNC Professor and Assistant DeanWhat does it take to embrace your unique strengths, navigate the dynamics of power and status, and achieve the success you deserve?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we sit down with Dr. Alison Fragale, author of Likable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve. Alison is a distinguished professor at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and a former McKinsey consultant with deep expertise in organizational psychology. Her mission? To empower female founders—and leaders of all genders—to build influence, negotiate effectively, and claim their rightful place at the table.We discuss the co...
2024-11-2658 min
Triangle Tweener TalksDusan Babich: South Africa -> Device Magic (Double Exit!) -> New StartupWhat does it take to bootstrap a company, achieve a private equity exit, and then score a second windfall with a double exit? In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, Dusan Babich shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, starting with his move from South Africa to the Triangle in 2015 to grow Device Magic.Dusan reflects on the lessons learned from an earlier startup failure, how those experiences shaped his approach with Device Magic, and the insights he gained during his private equity journey—including understanding the Rule of 40. He dives into the art of distribution, go-to-market st...
2024-11-2153 min
Triangle Tweener TalksRobbie Hardy: Her CI Technologies Exit, Women Investing in Women, and Upsetting the TableThroughout her corporate consulting career in the 1980's, Robbie Hardy continued to rise in the ranks. However, according to Robbie, "I kept thinking there had to be something more. I was the always the only woman in the room, but I kind of didn't know that was weird because I didn't know anything else."So in 1993, Robbie founded her first company - and then sold it two years later.She's an entrepreneur through and through, and she's passionate about helping women invest in women.Today, we hear her story, including a...
2024-11-141h 30
Triangle Tweener TalksJesse Lipson: ShareFile (Exit to Citrix) -> Raleigh Founded and LevitateIn 2005, Jesse Lipson founded ShareFile, which he bootstrapped until it was sold to Citrix Systems in 2011 - for $93M.So how did he do it?And what inspired him to start Raleigh Founded coworking and his latest venture Levitate?Let's find out on today's Triangle Tweener Talks! Where to Find Jesse Lipson:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-lipson-625195X: https://x.com/jesselipsonLevitate: https://www.levitate.ai/Where to Find Scot Wingo:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thescotwingo/Tweener Times: https://www.tweenertimes.com/X: https...
2024-11-071h 08
Triangle Tweener TalksJan Davis: Generation 1 Triangle Founder -> RTP Angel Fund + Carolina Angel FundAccording to her LinkedIn headline, Jan Davis has "doubled the size of three different businesses in different industries in three years or less as an operator."Amazing, but what's even more impressive is that she started her entrepreneurial journey in the 1980's, when female founders were few and far between.Today we hear her story of founding companies in the 80's and 90's, and what she's doing now as a Board member, angel investor, and recent co-founder of the RTP Angel Fund.Where to Find Jan Davis:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com...
2024-11-011h 22
Triangle Tweener TalksAlex Lassiter: Gather (Exit) -> GreenPlacesAs a Morehead Scholar UNC grad, and with a successful start to his career at Bain Capital, Alex Lassiter could have done anything next.He chose entrepreneurship, which led to him living in Atlanta over a Chinese restaurant, so poor that he was calculating the cost of beans with his other cofounders and eating blue chicken.He had dozens of ideas that failed.And then one hit big.Today, Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey with host Scot Wingo.Where to Find Alex Lassiter:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com...
2024-10-251h 15Triangle Tweener TalksScot Wingo: Stingray -> AuctionRover -> ChannelAdvisor -> Spiffy -> Triangle Tweener FundWelcome to Triangle Tweener Talks, where we share stories from founders about how they got to where they are today. The first founder we’re hearing from is the man who will be hosting this podcast - serial entrepreneur and general partner of the Triangle Tweener fund, Scot Wingo.Where to Find Scot Wingo:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thescotwingo/Tweener Times: https://www.tweenertimes.com/X: https://x.com/scotwingoIn this episode:(00:01:30) Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg? That's not my story.(00:05:30) Here's how to get a lamborghini.
2024-10-151h 01
Value DriversScot Wingo - founder of Spiffy and Triangle Tweener FundShow Notes [01:18] Scot gave a brief outline of his background. Scot has a technology background and two career journeys: a serial entrepreneur and investor/enthusiast/mentor of entrepreneurship. [03:29] Scot provided a high level overview of Spiffy, a mobile car care company which is nationwide. The team is trying to build Starbucks for car care. [05:03] Scot took a deeper dive into where he got the idea of Spiffy from. Spiffy follows two important themes: services are going digital and customers want fast and seamless experience (control through an app). [08:09] Scot shared the key mar...
2024-02-1538 min
Beyond The Court#15 Florent Colliau - Tweener : Mettre en lumière le tennisAujourd’hui, je reçois Florent Colliau le CEO de Tweener : la marque qui révolutionne l’éclairage des terrains de tennis.
Je vous le dis cash, c’est la solution que j’aurais aimé avoir quand j’étais plus jeune. En effet, Mon club de tennis ne possédait pas de lumière. Et tous les soirs, j’étais frustré de devoir m’arrêter cause du manque de luminosité.
Problème.
Installer des lumières est coûteux pour des clubs qui ont un petit budget.
Mais Florent et son équipe ont trouvé des so...
2023-02-1347 min
Just Slap TennisJust Slap Podcast #32 | The Tennis YouTuber Hustle (feat. Tweener Head)In this episode Alex sits down with the man behind the Tweener Head YouTube channel, Phil Fama. Phil and Alex discuss everything from how Phil got into tennis, the reason he started Tweener Head, his experiences interviewing pro tennis players (Paula Badosa, Iga Swiatek, Camila Giorgi, etc.), and some of the challenges he has faced in the past 4 years with his channel. Phil and Alex also discuss some of the major problems they see with tennis media today and what major tennis media platforms are doing to prevent the growth of the sport.
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2022-04-1044 min
Friends, Facts & FictionSeason 3/4 Tweener #5Tweener Tweener Chicken Weiner!! Join us again for another fun tweener
2021-10-3137 min
Ngoceh GulatStory Samping RIng #01 How the Women should kick th SUMMERSLAM! (segment baru dari Ngoceh Gulat by Tweener Top Rope)Halo memasuki season ke 2, kita mengadakan satu segment baru yaitu "story samping ring" di mana ini wadah bagi kita membahas atau bagaimana suatu storyline para wrestler itu berjalan dan yah semacam IF sekenario dalam dunia pro wrestling, jika kalian suka silahkan komentar di instagram kita @tweenertoprope dan di episode pertama kali ini kita akan membahas bagaimana seharrusnya storyline bagi para women wreslter di wwe saat ini itu berjalan, karena bnyk storyline skrg yg agak memaksakan dan merugikan banyak pihak khususnya pihak women, lalu bagaimana penjelasnannya? yuk simak di segmen baru kita inisee you...
2020-08-2017 min
Ringfuchs - Der Wrestling PodcastRingfuchs Wrestling Podcast #077 - TweenerWrestler, die in der Grauzone leben
Heute reden wir im neuen Ringfuchs über Tweener. Wrestler also, die nicht klar dem Heel/Face-Schema entsprechen und somit deutlich mehr Schattierungen aufweisen. Doch warum sind sie so wichtig? Wer sind die besten Beispiele? Und wann fing es an? All das und mehr in der neuen Ausgabe!
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2020-08-1258 min
Inside Out w/ Turner and SethWTNS Tweener D - Jason Crosby (Tribute to Prince)Seth and Rob return with their fourth mini “Tweener” episode to observe the one-year anniversary of Prince’s death by revisiting Episode 19 of InsideOut wTnS. Master musician Jason Crosby told a great story about when he was in Blind Boys of Alabama, Prince attended one of their shows and ended up sitting in. This, and the tale of how he met and reunited with Bruce Springsteen are each lifted and included in this mini episode. Seth and Rob also talk a bit about Radiohead, publicists, research, the upcoming interview with Voodoo Visionary at Wonder Dog Sound Studio, Rob’s new side Pod...
2017-04-1926 min
Mindful Living Spiritual AwakeningTweener Treat! Guided Meditation - Tree Roots in the Earth and Chakra ClearingTweener Treat! This is a short meditation that I am offering in between normal episodes. This is a guided meditation best done standing but you can sit if you like. After an initial relaxation, use this visualization to ground with tree roots into the core of the earth. Complete the meditation by bringing this energy up through your system and clear your chakras. In the regular episodes, I offer many different tools and meditations. These "tweener treats" are a way to highlight one particular practice. I suggest you use headphones. I hope you enjoy it! Love, Mj
2016-05-2617 min
MakingComics.com Gutter Talk PodcastMaking Comics Gutter Talk Episode 2 (Tweener #1)Adam and Tweener co-host Kevin “The Flying Dutchman” Cullen discuss Making Comic Dot Com’s first week of rebirth, its current affairs, and its future children. Plus, Adam makes and fixes his first mistake. Didn’t take long, huh?
This episode, Tweener #1, is the first in line of this format that will take a step back in scope to look at the slightly bigger picture of Making Comics Dot Com. We get a brief introduction to Making Comics Dot Com’s Head of Content Development and the co-host of future Tweeners, Kevin “The Flying Dutchman” Cullen, then disc...
2014-01-1029 min