Venture Pill

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (1:49) we start things off with a breakdown on HomeCooks, a startup that allows chefs to cook affordable and delicious frozen meals for anyone to order, fresh off their $3.1M seed round. Then (8:40), we cover Ladder, a subscription strength training app that makes it easier to maintain a consistent strength training routine, hot off their $12M Series A. Lastly (14:53), we close out this week’s dose with a discussion on Jitjatjo, a gig economy marketplace that’s making flexible hiring easier for workers and enterprises, following their $30M Series B.Sources:https://home-cooks.co.uk/pages/our-manifesto https://tech.eu/2023/12/05/homecooks-from-facebook-group-to-seed-investment/ https://www.joinladder.com/ https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231206299897/en/Ladder-Raises-12-Million-Series-A-to-Demystify-Strength-Training-and-Accelerate-Growth https://www.jitjatjo.com/https://techcrunch.com/2023/12/12/gig-marketplace-jitjatjo-raises-30m-to-grow-into-new-markets/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, we have Josh Rahn, Co-Founder and General Partner at Oceans, an early stage venture fund focused on the New York entrepreneurial ecosystem and other emerging tech markets like Austin.Josh embarked on a captivating and winding journey into the world of venture capital. His trajectory began with the acquisition of a company from his fraternity brothers at Wash U, propelling him into the trucking and logistics industry post-college, where he truly caught the entrepreneurial bug. His ventures extended even into the music industry, including a stint as the assistant tour manager for Hall 'n Oates. Subsequently, he founded a company that he later sold to Sony.Taking a leap of faith, Josh followed a trusted boss and mentor to a fledgling startup called Facebook. Nine years later, having played a significant role in establishing Facebook's NYC office, Josh garnered invaluable experience and forged connections with influential figures in the tech industry.After a hiatus prompted by his son "firing him from the house" post-Facebook, Josh rekindled his passion for entrepreneurship. He began advising founders in New York, eventually realizing that this was his true calling.Teaming up with like-minded friends, Josh co-founded Oceans. Each member brought specific expertise to the table, enabling them to support founders in a hands-on manner that went beyond the financial aspect. This approach earned them a stellar reputation among their founders.In the interview, Josh shares captivating stories, hearty laughs, and valuable lessons from his illustrious career. We're thrilled to present this engaging conversation with Josh to our audience. Without further ado, here's our discussion with Josh.Sources:https://oceans.ventures/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahnjoshua/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions,  expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, we host Zach Olson, CEO and Founder of Treads, an AI-powered car management subscription platform we covered on Dose 94.Zach's entrepreneurial journey spans over several years, starting with the establishment of a skateboard shop alongside his then-girlfriend and now wife. From there, he ventured into the technology realm, founding an accounting software company that he later successfully sold to KPMG. This experience ignited his passion for integrating technology into traditional industries, leading him to set his sights on revolutionizing the antiquated auto and tire sector.Enter Treads, a startup that empowers people, much like ourselves, to have peace of mind regarding vehicle ownership and maintenance. Through a subscription model, Treads ensures that your tires and vehicle are always in optimal condition, covering repairs or replacements as needed.In the interview, Zach sheds light on Treads' strategic positioning in the auto industry, and highlights some key milestones and goals on the horizon. Additionally, he articulates the long-term vision for Treads, aspiring to establish it as a household brand.It was a pleasure and a blast to host Zach on this week’s dose, and we’re stoke to share our conversation with all of you. Tune in to hear more about Treads and its journey.Sources:https://treads.app/https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachrolson/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions,  expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (1:39) we start with a breakdown on Clayful, a startup that helps students connect with mental health experts within 60 seconds, hot off a $7M seed round. Next (7:09), we cover Letterhead, a startup that leverages AI to launch, maintain, grow and monetize newsletters, fresh off a $5.3M seed round. Lastly (12:24), we close out this week’s dose with a discussion on Sunnyside, an AI-powered app that helps promote mindful drinking habits, and their recent $11.5M Series A.Sources: https://www.clayfulhealth.com/blog/with-7m-in-funding-clayful-is-the-first-company-to-provide-on-demand-mental-health-support-to-students-in-60-secondshttps://techcrunch.com/2023/11/30/clayful-a-startup-that-helps-students-connect-to-mental-health-experts-within-60-seconds-raises-7m/https://www.campussafetymagazine.com/mental-health/school-counselor-shortages-by-state-impact-on-students/#:~:text=The%20American%20School%20Counselor%20Association,is%20444%20students%20per%20counselorhttps://letterhead.ai/ https://www.abc27.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/671506194/letterhead-secures-5-3-million-in-seed-funding-for-newsletter-content-automation/ https://www.sunnyside.co/https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/15/mindful-drinking-app-sunnyside-lands-11-5m-to-launch-its-ai-powered-coach/https://www.go-wine.com/wine-article-2589-MANY-AMERICANS-ARE-LOOKING-FOR-A-BAR-EXPERIENCE-WITHOUT-THE-BUZZ.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2022/01/22/health/pandemic-drinking-problem-wellness/index.htmlMusic Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (1:35) we start with a breakdown on Earlybird, an app that lets families and friends gift investments to children, hot off a $4.5M seed extension round. Next (5:57), we cover Jona, a startup that’s leveraging generative AI to help people better understand their gut health, fresh off its $5M funding round. Lastly (11:20), we end this week’s dose with a discussion on Kasa Living, a tech-powered, flexible accommodations startup that’s revolutionizing the hospitality industry, and their recent $70M Series C. Sources:https://www.getearlybird.io/https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/01/earlybird-raises-4-5m-scale-fintech-gifting-platform-for-kids/https://jona.health/ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jona-a-personalized-health-company-using-ai-to-analyze-the-gut-microbiome-launches-with-5m-in-funding-301973047.htmlhttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kasa-living-inc-closes-70-million-series-c-funding-round-led-by-citi-ventures-301972122.html https://kasa.com/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (1:48) we start with a breakdown on PopUp Bagels, a viral bagel startup that's taking the bagel industry by storm, fresh off its $8M seed round. Next (6:09), we cover Treads, an on-demand car maintenance platform, fueled up from its $4.6M seed round. Lastly, we end this week’s dose (10:02) with a discussion on Eleos Health, a startup that’s looking to reduce administrative burdens for mental health clinicians by using AI in therapy sessions to convert live audio into documentation and care quality tracking data, hot off a $40M Series B.Sources:https://www.popupbagels.com/https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/10/25/2766319/0/en/PopUp-Bagels-Closes-8M-Series-A-Round.htmlhttps://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/viral-bagel-startup-raises-8m-for-expansionhttps://treads.app/ https://pulse2.com/treads-4-6-million-funding/ https://eleos.health/ https://bhbusiness.com/2023/11/08/ai-therapy-documentation-startup-eleos-health-lands-40m-series-b/ https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-ai-behavioral-health-co-eleos-health-raises-40m-1001462070 Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, we are joined by Ritwik Pavan, the CEO and Founder of Krava, a company dedicated to crafting contemporary backyard spaces and reimagining the way we build housing.Ritwik's entrepreneurial spirit has been evident from an early age, having built an app and started several businesses throughout high school and college. After a brief hiatus, he found himself captivated by the pressing issue of housing shortages, which prompted him to immerse himself into the world of construction and real estate.In the interview, Ritwik shares the creation story behind Krava, and why he is so passionate about solving this problem. We also dive into the details of how Ritwik and team designed their first prototype (which sits in the background behind Ritwik if you’re watching on video), and how the whole process works. You will also hear about Krava’s short and long-term objectives as we explore the broader opportunity to address the housing shortage through a completely reimagined, automated production and installation approach to home construction. Venturing out to the Krava headquarters nestled in the Austin hill country was an awesome experience, and we are excited to share this conversation with you all. Sources:https://www.getkrava.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritwikpavan/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions,  expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, we have Alysia Silberg, acclaimed entrepreneur, investor, public speaker, and author of her new book, Unemployable : How AI Transformed My Work and Life.Alysia grew up in South Africa where she quickly became entrepreneurial out of both necessity and curiosity, having started her first business at age 11. At an early age, Alysia leaned into technology to save her family’s business, and eventually moved to the U.S. to pursue what she calls a partnership with technology to the absolute fullest.In the interview, you will hear more about Alysia’s passion for AI and her current work today as General Partner at Street Global Capital, as well as a few portfolio companies that have her excited. She also gives the pilgrims so much inspiring advice, wisdom and perspective which had us ready to run through a brick wall.It was truly an honor and pleasure to have Alysia on the show this week, and we are as excited as ever to share our conversation with you all. Here she is.Sources:https://www.readunemployable.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alysiasilberg/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions,  expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (2:01) we start with a breakdown on Zelus Analytics, an advanced data analytics platform that helps professional sports teams achieve success through data-driven decisions, and their $3.6M funding round. Next, (11:13) we cover Fieldpulse’s $21M Series B. The startup is a field service management platform that helps residential service companies optimize their operations. Lastly (16:50), we wrap up this week’s dose with a discussion on Signos, a startup that’s leveraging AI to take on the weight loss industry, fresh off a $20M Series B. Sources:https://zelusanalytics.com/ https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/17/zelus-analytics-helps-sports-teams-bring-together-the-growing-amount-of-analytics-data/ https://www.fieldpulse.com/ https://www.fieldpulse.com/blog/fieldpulse-announces-series-b https://www.signos.com/ https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/24/signos-series-b/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.

Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community!Join our Entre CommunityInstagramTwitter YouTubeTikTokLinkedInAnd now for this week’s prescription:On this week’s dose, (1:47) we start with a breakdown on Pickle, a peer-to-peer fashion rental marketplace that lets users earn passive income on their closets, hot off their $8M seed round. Next (10:21), we cover Reality Defender, a startup that’s using AI to protect enterprises, governments and others against increasingly harmful AI generated deep-fakes, and their recent $15M Series A. Lastly (16:49), we close out this week’s dose with a discussion on Saronic, a defense startup that’s building autonomous ships for the US Navy and US-aligned defense customers, fresh off a $55M Series A. https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/11/peer-to-peer-fashion-rental-marketplace-pickle-picks-up-8-million/https://medium.com/shop-on-pickle/pickle-raises-8m-to-make-your-neighbors-closet-and-yours-easy-to-rent-f9672c74334ahttps://realitydefender.com/ https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/17/reality-defender-raises-15m-to-detect-text-video-and-image-deepfakes/ https://www.saronic.com/https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/09/saronic-a-defense-startup-building-autonomous-ships-raises-55m/https://techcrunch.com/2023/09/30/vc-defense-tech/Music Credit: Chapter One by Cole Bauer and Dean Keetonhttps://www.colebauer.com/https://www.instagram.com/deankeeton/?hl=enDisclosure:The views, statements, and opinions, expressed herein by the hosts and guests are their own, and their appearance on the podcast should not be construed as reflecting the views or implied endorsement of Independent Brokerage Solutions LLC or any of its officers, employees, or agents. The statements made herein should not be considered an investment opinion, advice, or a recommendation regarding securities of any company. This podcast is produced solely for informational purposes and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security.