Startup of the Year Podcast

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Isaiah McPeak, the CEO of Green Pants Studios (www.greenpantsstudio.com). He is a master at helping people sharpen their ideas, communicate more effectively, and launch winning products. He is an author, debater, product strategist, and startup leader.

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On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Joshua Baer, the Founder & CEO of Capital Factory, Austin’s premier startup hub connecting founders with mentors, investors, and talent. The interview took place in front of a live audience down in Austin at the Established House. 

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Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to join the Established Network, our digital hub where creativity, capital, and collaboration collide. https://esta...

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Amy Jo Martin, who is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder who has worked with some of the biggest brands and athletes in the world, and she’s all about helping people design lives they love. 

The interview took place in front of a live audience down in Austin at the Established House. 

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On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Jenny Fielding.

Jenny Fielding is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Everywhere Ventures, an early-stage fund that has invested in over 300 companies across the globe. Take a look at Jenny’s website here: https://www.jennyfielding.com

She is also the former Managing Director of Techstars and has mentored hundreds of founders through her work as an investor and entrepreneur.

Jenny recen...

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Robert Quinn.

Robert Quinn is the founder of MakeSense Technology, a company pioneering haptic solutions that address visual problems through innovative, non-audio/visual communication technologies. The technology stems from over a decade of research in haptics, led by a team from some of the world's most renowned institutions. 

Robert also serves as an honorary visiting researcher at the Manipulation and Touch Laboratory, Intelligent Systems and Net...

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Briana Warner.

Briana Warner is the CEO of Atlantic Sea Farms, a company dedicated to cultivating sustainable seaweed farming along the coast of Maine. Under her leadership, the company has become a pioneer in producing kelp-based products that benefit local communities, improve ocean health, and offer a sustainable alternative to traditional agriculture. Briana’s work exemplifies a commitment to environmental stewardship, economic empowerment, and innovative entrepreneurship.

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On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Rachel Holt.

Rachel Holt is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Construct Capital, a venture capital firm focused on investing in the future of transportation, mobility, supply chain, and the built world. She has a proven track record in venture capital and innovation, focusing on building and scaling companies in industries undergoing significant transformation.

Rachel’s previous experience includes a key role at Uber, where she was a Regional Ge...

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber) is joined by Sherman Williams, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at AIN Ventures, a pre-seed and seed-stage focused venture fund that invests in dual-use technology and veteran-led startups. Frank and Shermann discuss all things investing - from the importance of non-dilutive funding to the accelerating energy transition occurring around the globe. 

Watch the podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tw2CSBxSEI 

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On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber), is joined by Dan Berger.

Dan Berger is an entrepreneur with a strong track record in the event planning industry. He is the Founder of Assemble, a boutique chain of corporate retreat centers designed to enhance team collaboration and productivity.

Previously, Dan founded Social Tables, an event-planning software company that made waves in the industry and was acquired by Cvent for $100 million in 2018. He is also the author of...

On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, our host, entrepreneur, and investor, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber) is joined by Adriana Carrig, Founder & CEO at Little Words Project, a bracelet sharing company that invites female entrepreneurs into a collaborative and uplifting digital community. Frank and Adriana discuss sisterhood, inclusive and compassionate business environments, and the value of community when creating a career.

Watch the podcast on our YouTube channel: https://soty.link/PodVid128

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