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Aug. 26, 2024

Inside Longevity Fund's $250M+ Biotech Investments | LongeVC Founding…

In this episode of Innovation Leadership, Jess Larson converses with Sergey Jakimov, the founding partner and managing partner of LongeVC, a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage biotech and longevity startups. Ser...

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Aug. 21, 2024

From Near Bankruptcy to Millions Building Business Success | FrameTec…

Join Jess Larson as he welcomes back Damion Lupo, a multifaceted entrepreneur and financial mentor, for an insightful episode on Innovation and Leadership. Damion shares his journey from starting businesses at the age of 11 t...

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Aug. 13, 2024

From Adidas Executive to Pioneering Plant-Based Shoes | Eric Liedtke,…

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Liedtke, who shares his incredible journey from being the president of Adidas to founding Unless, a startup dedicated to pioneering regenerative fashion. Hear about the challenges and tr...

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Aug. 8, 2024

Top Venture Capitalist Secrets to $70B in Exits | Forge Capital Found…

With decades of experience backing successful startups, Matt McCall has a wealth of knowledge to share. In this episode, he offers his best advice for entrepreneurs and investors, covering topics like networking, due diligenc...

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Aug. 6, 2024

Investing & Lifestyle Principles with Longevity VC | José Navarro-Bet…

Gain crucial insights into the world of longevity investing—learn the keys to identifying promising biotech companies and the strategies for reducing investment risks in this burgeoning sector. Learn more about your ad choice...

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Aug. 1, 2024

We Asked the Expert How Aaron Rodgers Had One of the World's Fastest …

Discover how Aaron Alexander helped NFL star Aaron Rodgers achieve the fastest Achilles tendon rupture recovery ever using techniques like blood flow restriction, promoting circulation, and early movement. Learn these game-ch...

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July 30, 2024

From Living at Home with Your Parents to a Billion-dollar Public Comp…

Discover the incredible journey of Bryce Maddock, who took Taskus from a $20,000 startup to a billion-dollar public company. Learn how he pivoted, bootstrapped, and navigated private equity and IPO challenges to build a globa...

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July 25, 2024

Startups and Advanced Artificial Intelligence Inside Google | Josh Ye…

Dive into the startling statistic that 65% of startups fail due to people problems. Josh Yellin, co-author of "Bonfire Moment," breaks down the common interpersonal issues that can derail even the most promising ventures. Lea...

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July 23, 2024

Venture Mindset: Catching Homeruns by Embracing Strikeouts | Ilya Str…

In this episode of Innovation & Leadership, Stanford professor Ilya Strebulaev reveals how successful venture capitalists catch homeruns by encouraging constructive failure. Learn the counterintuitive principles that can help...

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July 18, 2024

How to Be a Leader | David Cote, Former CEO of Honeywell and Executiv…

Discover the invaluable leadership lessons David Cote learned on his journey from hourly plant worker to CEO of Honeywell. Gain unique insights into building a strong work ethic, understanding your team's perspective, and mak...

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July 16, 2024

What's so great about Hamptons Tech Week? | Stephen Sabo, Co-Founder …

Get an inside look at Hamptons Tech Week, the exclusive micro conference where thought leaders gather to discuss the future of sports, media, and technology. Discover what makes this curated event so special and hear from att...

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July 11, 2024

Which Companies are Winning at Entertainment Over Advertising | Rick …

Discover how brands are transitioning from interruptive content to engaging entertainment that audiences actively seek out. Learn about the growing trend of brand storytelling and its impact on consumer relationships. Learn m...

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July 9, 2024

How to Grow a Company into the Hundreds of Millions | Alan Hall, Foun…

Discover how Alan Hall's unique approach to venture capital investing, focusing on sales and marketing, helped Mercato Partners achieve 9 out of 10 successful exits in their first fund. Learn the key principles that set his s...

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July 2, 2024

Using AI to Predict Clinical Trial Success with Incredible Accuracy |…

Discover how an innovative AI model analyzes 400,000 past trials to predict the outcome of new clinical trials before they even begin. Saurabh Jain, the chairman of Opyl.AI, reveals how this groundbreaking technology could re...

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June 27, 2024

Building and Selling a Company to LinkedIn and More | Doug Camplejohn…

Selling a company is a major milestone for any entrepreneur, but the process can be complex and challenging. In this episode, Doug Camplejohn shares his experiences selling companies to Symantec and LinkedIn, offering valuabl...

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June 25, 2024

Growing Albertsons by Tens of Billions and His Successful Family Offi…

In this episode, former Albertsons executive Justin Dye shares how the grocery chain grew into a $60B+ giant through strategic acquisitions, cost synergies, and a decentralized model that empowered employees. Discover the sec...

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June 20, 2024

Exploding Lamborghini And Other Incredible Art | Fabian Oefner, World…

Explore the fascinating parallels between the worlds of art and entrepreneurship with Fabian Oefner and host Jess Larson. Discover how the creative process in art mirrors the innovative thinking required to succeed as an entr...

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June 18, 2024

What Are His $6.9 Billion Leadership Tips? | Mark McClain, CEO & Foun…

What does it take to lead a company from startup to multi-billion dollar success? SailPoint's Mark McClain has been on that journey, adapting his leadership style as the company grew 1000x. Hear his hard-won wisdom on maintai...

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June 13, 2024

How Cisco's $180B Approach to Customer Service Differs from Yours | L…

Join Liz Centoni, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Cisco, as she shares her insights on leveraging AI to revolutionize customer experience. Discover how Cisco is utilizing generative AI, machine learning, and co-creation ...

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June 11, 2024

Advice from One of the World’s Top Longevity Scientists | Eric Verdin…

The field of aging research is undergoing a revolution, and the Buck Institute is at the forefront of this transformative movement. In this captivating interview, Dr. Eric Verdin shares insights into the groundbreaking discov...

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June 6, 2024

Insights from Bayer’s $1.5 Billion VC Fund | Lucio Iannone, Head of H…

Discover how Bayer's Leaps Venture Capital arm is transforming the biotech landscape by investing in cutting-edge therapies and technologies. Lucio Iannone, a leading investor at Leaps, shares insights into their unique appro...

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June 4, 2024

What’s It Like To Be a VC Investor For One Of The Largest Family Offi…

Join us as Matt McCall, a seasoned venture capitalist, reveals the stories behind his most successful investments, including Coinbase, Facebook, and DollarShaveClub. Discover the key factors that led to these billion-dollar e...

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May 30, 2024

How Did He Gather 200 Broadway Theater Investors and Win Six Tony Awa…

From billion-dollar tech deals to Tony-winning musicals, Phil Kenny shares his unique journey from lawyer to Broadway producer. Hear how he applies his business acumen to the world of theater and what it takes to bring a hit ...

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May 28, 2024

Harvard Professor Dr. Jeff Karp Whose Multiple Companies Have Raised …

In this insightful podcast episode, Dr. Jeff Karp shares powerful strategies to tap into your brain's neuroplasticity and rewire it for success. Discover how small changes in your daily life can lead to significant improvemen...

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