Jacob Peters, CEO & Co-Founder of Superpower, shares their recent $30 million Series A funding led by Forerunner Ventures. We go deeper into their ambitious vision of having an AI doctor in everyone's pocket and his own personal health journey that inspired the creation of Superpower.
Superpower aims to provide a holistic and data-driven alternative to traditional medicine, offering personalized insights and actions to improve overall health. He also shares the meticulous steps taken to build the Superpower brand, including the creation of 'the world's healthiest hoodie' and securing the superpower.com domain. Get a glimpse into the future of healthcare, the challenges of the current medical system, and how Superpower plans to disrupt the industry for the better.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Welcome Jacob To Sourcery!
00:49 - $30 Million Series A Led by Forerunner
03:57 - Building a Brand: The Story Behind Superpower
08:02 - Securing the Superpower Domain & Social Handles
14:41 - The "Healthiest Hoodie" Ever Made
17:54 - Jacob's Personal Journey & Founding of Superpower
22:03 - Misaligned Health System Incentives
25:06 - Holistic Medicine & Concierge Care
25:48 - The Birth of a Health Company
30:50 - The Shocking State of American Health
33:42 - Revolutionizing Healthcare with AI
34:02 - Building a Mission-Driven Team
36:56 - Comprehensive Health Testing
45:29 - Future of Healthcare & Business Model
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