The Established Podcast
The Established Podcast continues to raise the bar for innovators and founders while expanding its lens to include the builders, investors, and changemakers shaping what's next. Each episode shines a light on standout startups, ideas, and trends from the Established network and beyond, uncovering the stories and lessons behind how remarkable people and companies become established.
#0157 – Scaling Without Burning Out: Fundraising, Focus & Founder Resilience with Kristin Leutz - The Established Podcast
How do you scale a business without burning out, giving away too much equity, or losing sight of your mission?
Jamilah Corbitt, VP of Innovation & Engagement at Established, sits down with Kristin Leutz, CEO of Petra Impact Partners and an organizational psychologist, to discuss sustainable growth, smarter fundraising, and the realities of building a business in an increasingly demanding startup environment.
With AI making it easier than ever to launch new ideas, founders face a growing challenge: staying focused. Kristin shares practical advice on simplifying operations, managing burnout, building investor relationships, and knowing when to...
#0156 - Jeff Fenster, Founder of Everbowl: Entrepreneurship, Franchising, and Relationships
In this episode of the Established Podcast, Jeff Fenster, serial entrepreneur and founder of Everbowl, joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast, Co-CEO at Established, and Managing Partner of Established Ventures, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, building businesses in unfamiliar industries, the power of relationships, and adapting to change.
Jeff launched everbowl in 2016 without any restaurant experience. What began almost on a whim grew into a national franchise business. He explains how he identified an opportunity in açaí bowls and smoothies, learned what he needed by finding people who could help, and focused on solving problems ra...
#0155 – Cait Brumme, CEO of MassChallenge, on Backing Founders, Finding Customers & Building Companies That Matter
Cait Brumme, CEO of MassChallenge, joins Frank Gruber for a conversation about what it takes to build companies that matter. MassChallenge is a global nonprofit accelerator supporting early-stage entrepreneurs without taking equity.
MassChallenge was ranked by TIME as one of the Best Incubators and Accelerators of 2026, recognizing its continued leadership in helping high-potential startups scale and succeed.
Cait shares lessons on what makes founders worth backing, why customer discovery is critical, how entrepreneurs should think about funding and team building, and how the right relationships can unlock customers, capital, and expertise.
Frank and...
#0154 – Steve Johnson, Seguin Ventures Co-Founder on AI, Venture Capital & What Makes Startups Exceptional
In this episode of the Established Podcast, Steve Johnson, co-founder and general partner at Seguin Ventures, joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast and Co-CEO at Established and Managing Partner at Established Ventures, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, venture capital, artificial intelligence, fundraising, and what separates exceptional startups from the rest.
Steve is a tech executive, entrepreneur, and investor who has been involved with nine early-stage companies, multiple exits, and two IPOs. Today, he invests from pre-seed through Series A, primarily in AI-native software companies.
Steve shares lessons from his experience as an operator and...
#0153 – Designing Programs That Move the Needle: Building Stronger Innovation Ecosystems
In this special episode of the Established Podcast, host Frank Gruber shares a conversation from The MIC, the Monthly Innovation Circle, focused on a question facing entrepreneur support organizations everywhere: How do you design programs that create meaningful, measurable progress for founders and the communities around them?
The discussion is moderated by Jamilah Corbitt, VP of Innovation & Engagement at Established, and features Dr. Amy Beaird, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Ecosystem Edge; Ty Smith, Chief Executive Officer and Founder at Go In Now; and Darius Clair, Director at DC Startup & Tech Week.
Jamilah brings more...
#0152 – David Douglas Stone, CashStar Co-Founder & Serial Entrepreneur Behind Maine's Largest Startup Exit
In this episode of the Established Podcast, serial entrepreneur and technology innovator David Douglas Stone joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast and Co-CEO at Established and Managing Partner at Established Ventures, for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, recognizing transformational technology shifts, building companies in Maine, and navigating the rapidly accelerating age of artificial intelligence.
David has spent more than two decades creating and building companies around emerging technologies and changing consumer behaviors. He co-founded CashStar, the Portland, Maine-based digital gifting and payments company that helped move gift cards from physical plastic into the digital era and...
#0151 - Angus Nelson, Founder of Evolve Leadership, Executive Coach, and Author of Neuroresilient Leader: The Internal Operating System for Leading at the Speed of Change
In this episode of the Established Podcast, Angus Nelson, founder of Evolve Leadership, executive coach to founders, CEOs, and high-performing leaders, and author of Neuroresilient Leader: The Internal Operating System for Leading at the Speed of Change, joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast and Co-CEO at Established and Managing Partner at Established Ventures, for an honest conversation about leadership, resilience, ambition, and maintaining clarity in an era of nonstop change.
Angus shares the personal experiences that led him to become a leadership coach and write Neuroresilient Leader, including how overwork, self-doubt, external validation, and unresolved pressure...
#0150 - Charlie O'Donnell, NYC venture capitalist, community builder, and Author of Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded
In this episode of the Established Podcast, Charlie O'Donnell, NYC venture capitalist, community builder, and Author of Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast and Co-CEO at Established and Managing Partner at Established Ventures, for an honest conversation about venture capital, startup fundraising, and the realities founders rarely hear from investors. Charlie shares lessons from more than 20 years in venture, including his time at Union Square Ventures and as founder of Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, while discussing insights from his new book, Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About G...
#0149 - John Betancourt, the CEO of Humantelligence, Talks About What Happens When AI Enters the Founder's Journey
On this episode of the Established Podcast, we hear from John Betancourt, the CEO of Humantelligence, who talks about what happens when AI enters the founder's journey.
This conversation was recorded by our very own Jamilah Corbitt, live at one of our Monthly Innovation Circle sessions inside the Established Network. If you're not already in, you're missing out. Go to est.us/TheMIC2026 and claim your spot.
Get Involved! Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to join the Established Network, our digital hub where cr...
#0148 - Grant Rogers, the CEO of Maven Scouts and Grind Ventures, and Holly Burrow, the CEO of EQALL Business Solutions
On this episode of the Established Podcast, we hear from Jillian Friot who is the CEO of the Global Venture Network and Donna Harris, the CEO of Builders and Backers.
Today's guests are Grant Rogers, the CEO of Maven Scouts and Grind Ventures, and Holly Burrow, the CEO of EQALL Business Solutions.
Grant and Holly were interviewed by our own Jamilah Corbitt as part of our Established Network, Monthly Innovation Circle, and we continue to host these events on the third Thursday of every month. Sign up today at: http://est.us/T...
#0147 - 2026 Investment Outlooks and Trends with Jillian Friot and Donna Harris
On this episode of the Established Podcast, we hear from Jillian Friot who is the CEO of the Global Venture Network and Donna Harris, the CEO of Builders and Backers.
Jillian and Donna were interviewed as part of our Established Network, Monthly Innovation Circle, and we continue to host these events on the third Thursday of every month. Sign up today at: http://est.us/TheMIC202
Get Involved! Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to join the Established Network, our digital hub where creativity, cap...
#0146 - Cornel Amariei, the CEO of .lumen, Chats About Deep Tech
On this episode of the Established Podcast, we hear from Cornel Amariei, the CEO of .lumen. Cornel chats about deep tech that guides users using haptics.
Get Involved! 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://established.network
Watch the episode on the Established YouTube Channel at: https://soty.link/ESTYouTube
Thank you for listening, and as always, please check out the Established website and subscribe to the ne...
#0145 - Promotional Strategy and Building Brand Value with Sara Lawhead and Polly Rodriguez
On this episode of the Established Podcast, we hear from our very own Jamilah Corbitt, who hosted a discussion about building brand value. She was joined by Sara Lawhead, who is the Vice President of Thacker NYC and Polly Rodriguez, who is the CEO and Co-Founder of Unbound Babes.
This conversation was recorded live at one of our Monthly Innovation Circle sessions inside the Established Network. If you're not already in, you're missing out. Go to est.us/TheMIC2025 and claim your spot.
Get Involved! Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support org...
#0144 - Shawn D. Nelson Talks About Starting and Building Lovesac
On this episode of the Established Podcast, Frank Gruber (www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber) is joined by Shawn D. Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac (www.lovesac.com), the modular couch company that started in his parents' basement. He's also the author of Let Me Save You 25 Years, a book packed with lessons on leadership, resilience, and taking ownership.
Get Involved! 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://established.network
Watc...
#0143 - Johnny Crowder, Margo Jordan, and Hannes Bend, Chat About Mental Health
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear from our very own Jamilah Corbitt, who hosted a panel discussion about mental health and resilience. She was joined by:
Johnny Crowder, founder of Cope Notes, who is using daily text messages to improve mindset and emotional wellness.
Margo Jordan, CEO of Enrichly, helping youth build confidence and self-worth through gamified learning.
Hannes Bend, founder of Transforming AI, blending mindfulness and technology to support emotional well-being.
This conversation was recorded live at one of our Monthly Innovation Circle sessions i...
#0142 - Jared Goralnick From Your360.ai Talks About Self-Awareness and the Future of Feedback
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear from Jared Goralnick, who is a product executive and 3x founder & CEO with deep expertise in HR Tech, AI, and marketplaces. Over the past decade, he has led product organizations at category-defining companies, including LinkedIn, Microsoft, Upwork, Go1, and Articulate.
Get Involved! 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://established.network
Watch the episode on the Established YouTube Cha...
#0141 - Eric Mathews From Start Co. Chats About Unleashing Unprecedented Potential
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear from Eric Mathews, CEO of Start Co. He's a proven startup strategist, venture architect, and author. He's launched companies, coached founders, and written books that cut through the noise.
This conversation was recorded live at one of our Monthly Innovation Circle sessions inside the Established Network. If you're not already in, you're missing out. Go to est.us/TheMIC2025 and claim your spot.
Get Involved! Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to joi...
#0140 - Dr. Amy Beckley of Proov Talks About Leveraging SBIR Opportunities
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear from Dr. Amy Beckley, Founder and CEO of Proov, a company on a mission to help women take control of their reproductive health. Amy was interviewed by Jamilah Corbitt during our Monthly Innovation Circle. She is also part of the Established Ventures portfolio and a longtime supporter of our community.
Get Involved! 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://established.network
...
#0139 - PR Storytelling with Sarah Evans, Head of PR at Zen Media
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 Sarah Evans, who is a Partner and Head of PR at Zen Media. She is also a professional moderator and tech host.
Get Involved! 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://established.network
As part of the Established Network, we also host the Monthly Innovation Cir...
#0138 - Isaiah McPeak, The CEO of Green Pants Studios, Stops By to Talk About What it Takes to be a Startup Leader
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.
Get Involved!
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://e...
#0137 - Josh Baer From Capital Factory Joins To Discuss Innovation in Austin
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.
Get Involved!
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://established.ne...
#0136 - Bestselling Author, Amy Jo Martin, Joins Us To Chat About Working With Huge Brands
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.
Get Involved!
Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and inno...
#0135 - Jenny Fielding on "Venture Everywhere" and Investing in Global Startups
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 recently aut...
#0134 - Robert Quinn of MakeSense Discusses Haptic Innovation and Scaling Mission-Driven Technology
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...
#0133 - Briana Warner of Atlantic Sea Farms Discusses Sustainable Aquaculture and Scaling Socially Responsible Businesses
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.
Br...
#0132 - Rachel Holt of Construct Capital Talks About Investing in the Future of Transportation and the Built World
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 General...
#0131 - AIN Ventures Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Sherman Williams Shares His Experience in the Venture Capital World - Startup of the Year Podcast
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
We invite you all...
#0130 - Dan Berger From Assemble Talks About Productive Corporate Offsite Retreats - Startup of the Year Podcast
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...
#0129 - Founder & CEO at Little Words Project, Adriana Carrig - Startup of the Year Podcast
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
We invite you all to join our community today to access the su...
#0128 - Allyson Kapin, General Partner and Co-Founder at W Fund, Talks About Bias in Tech and Investing
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 Allyson Kapin.
Allyson Kapin, the Founder of Women Who Tech, Co-Founder of Rad Campaign, and a General Partner and Co-Founder at W Fund, leads grassroots movements to bolster diversity in the tech and startup sectors; she is an active investor in tech startups, especially women-led and BIPOC startups.
Her work draws global attention to significant gender bias in tech and venture capital by shaking up th...
#0127 - Aubrie Pagano, General Partner at Alpaca VC, Discusses Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship, and Her Investment Philosophy
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 Aubrie Pagano.
Aubrie Pagano is a General Partner at Alpaca VC, a venture capital firm investing in the people, products, and platforms reimagining the real world. Before joining Alpaca VC, Aubrie co-founded Bow & Drape, a fashion-tech startup that was acquired by Winn Brands in 2019. She is passionate about supporting founders and shares her journey from being a startup founder to becoming a venture capitalist.
This interview covers what it...
#0126 - Rohit Bhargava, Founder of the Non-Obvious Company, and Natalia Talkowska, Founder of Natalka Design, Discuss Self Promotion in Today's Digital World
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 Natalia Talkowska and Rohit Bhargava.
Natalia Talkowska is the Founder of Natalka Design, a high-stake visual consultancy that provides communication tools to enable leaders to communicate and engage with their audiences so that they can take action. Rohit Bhargava is the Founder and Chief Trend Curator of the Non-Obvious Company, a network of experts that aims to help leaders, organizations, and individuals develop habits to see what others miss.
...#0125 - OtO Founder and CEO Ali Sabti Discusses the Growth and Development of the Automated Lawn Care Industry
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 Ali Sabti, CEO of automated lawn servicing company OtO (https://otolawn.com).
We invite you all to join our community today to access the support, expert advice, and resources you need to elevate your startup by going to: www.est.us/join
Thank you for listening, and as always, please check out the Established website and subscribe to the newsletter at: www.est.us
#0124 - Aron Kansal of SimpleTix and Vikram Bodas from Occom Ventures
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 Aron Kansal of SimpleTix (www.simpletix.com/) and Vikram Bodas from Occom Ventures (www.occomventures.com/).
Aron Kansal is the founder of SimpleTix, an online ticketing product for attractions, festivals, concerts, museums, and more. They have all the functionality of Eventbrite with a no-contract policy, instant payouts, and a very intuitive user experience.
Aron is a Startup of the Year Alumni from our days as Tech Cock...
#0123 - CEO of TheLi.st, Ann Shoket, Discusses Networking and Community for Women Entrepreneurs
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 Ann Shoket, Founder of New Power Media and CEO of TheLi.st, a private community of innovators and entrepreneurs devoted to helping each other network, succeed, and thrive in a competitive environment.
In this interview, Ann discusses loneliness, the role networking holds in today's competitive environment, and the importance of creating a highly curated, highly valuable community for female entrepreneurs.
We invite you all to joi...
#0122 - Indiegogo CEO Becky Center discusses the growth and development of Indiegogo
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 Becky Center, CEO of crowdfunding behemoth Indiegogo. In this interview, we discuss the growth and development of Indiegogo, the expansion of crowdfunding, and how to handle partnerships, success, and failure in an ever-changing economy.
We invite you all to join our community today to access the support, expert advice, and resources you need to elevate your startup by going to: www.est.us/join
Thank you for...
#0121 - GameStop CEO, Author, and Entrepreneur Gary Kusin Discusses His New Book "Always Learning: Lessons on Leveling up from GameStop to Laura Mercier"
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 Gary Kusin, Co-Founder of GameStop and Laura Mercier Cosmetics, former President and CEO of Kinkos, and author of his new book "Always Learning: Lessons on Leveling up from Gamestop to Laura Mercier."
Be sure to check out Kusin's new book, "Always Learning: Lessons on Leveling up from Gamestop to Laura Mercier." You can order it here: www.GaryKusin.com.
We invite you all to join our...
#0120 - Beyond the Buzzwords: How AI Can Be Leveraged to Support Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, Frank Gruber (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgruber) introduces a panel of entrepreneurial experts as they discuss the emergence of AI and how to utilize this new tool in support of entrepreneurial endeavors. This panel, which took place at the Established House at SXSW 2024, and features insight from:
Sherrod Davis, Co-Founder and CEO of Ecomap Technologies
Nicola Corzine, Founding CEO and Executive Director of the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center
Ryan Groves, CEO and Founder of Slyngshot, a platform that helps new and a...
#0119 - Serial Entrepreneur Paulo Andrez Chats About His New Book "Zero Risk Startup"
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, Frank Gruber (http://linkedin.com/in/frankgruber) interviews serial entrepreneur and unicorn investor, speaker, and author, Paulo Andrez as we'll talk about his new book, Zero Risk Startup which comes out in May 2024. Get your copy of the book here: https://amzn.to/4aoRJgZ
We invite you all to join our community today to access the support, expert advice, and resources you need to elevate your startup by going to: www.est.us/join
Thank you for listening, and as always, please...
#0118 - Investor Extraordinaire Arlan Hamilton Explores Her New Book "Your First Million"
On this episode of the Startup of the Year Podcast, we hear an interview with Arlan Hamilton that took place at the Established house at SXSW in Austin, Texas.
Arlan is the Founder and Managing Partner at Backstage Capital and the author of her new book "Your First Million." What's amazing is she launched a $20M+ fund from scratch while she was homeless. She has invested in 200+ companies led by underrepresented, underestimated founders. She is the author of the bestselling book, It's About Damn Time, and the host of the popular visual podcast, Your First Million. Check th...