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Sep 11, 2024 • 33min

#143 Vital Audio

Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Mac Conwell, and Jesse Middleton join Nyamitse-Calvin Mahinda, the founder of Vital Audio, a healthtech startup utilizing voice technology to monitor vitals. They discuss the revolutionary potential of this technology in improving healthcare accessibility. Key topics include FDA approval achievements, the shift towards telehealth, and market opportunities in cardiac rehabilitation. The conversation also covers investment trends in health tech and the impact of innovations on emergency response systems.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 30min

#142 Kinometrix

One million patients fall in hospitals each year, and it costs US hospitals over $35 billion. What if they could all be prevented?This is Devina Desai's pitch for Kinometrix. Featuring investors Cyan Banister, Mac Conwell, Ben Taft and Elizabeth Yin....Watch Devina pitch her hospital fall prevention software on YouTube @thepitchshowRegister for our virtual Season Finale Watch Party on December 11th pitch.show/partyTo invest with us, become an LP in thepitch.fund*Disclaimer: No offer to invest in Kinometrix, Inc is being made to or solicited from the listening audience on today’s show. The information provided on this show is not intended to be investment advice and should not be relied upon as such. The investors on today’s episode are providing their opinions based on their own assessment of the business presented. Those opinions should not be considered professional investment advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Aug 28, 2024 • 36min

#141 Christie's Chips

Christie Buck, founder of a groundbreaking potato chip startup, aims to redefine junk food with gourmet, plant-based options. Alongside investors Cyan Banister and Mac Conwell, they delve into the challenges and triumphs of launching Christie's Chips. The discussion includes innovative flavors like vegan sour cream, lean operations, and unique marketing strategies. Insights into navigating the competitive snack market and the vision for billion-dollar growth showcase the potential impact of this tasty venture in the health-conscious world.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 28min

#140 geCKo Materials

Capella Kerst, the visionary founder of geCKo Materials, leads a discussion with investors Cyan Banister, Charles Hudson, Elizabeth Yin, and Mac Conwell. They dive into the fascinating world of biomimicry, specifically a revolutionary material that mimics a gecko's grip, with potential applications in robotics and aerospace. The group also explores the challenges in fundraising for startups, shifting investor expectations, and the exciting future prospects for innovative materials. Tune in for insights into how nature inspires technology and the entrepreneurial journey!
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Aug 14, 2024 • 33min

#139 FutureMoney

Cyan Banister, a savvy investor; Charles Hudson, a tech-focused venture capitalist; Elizabeth Yin, a driven entrepreneur; Mac Conwell, an advocate for underrepresented founders; and Jesse Middleton, a champion of financial innovation, dive deep into FutureMoney’s mission. They discuss the groundbreaking Junior Roth IRA aimed at building generational wealth for kids, tackle the importance of early financial education, and share strategies for effective investment in today's competitive landscape.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 16min

Season 12: Tear Down The System

This episode features Charles Hudson, an investor with deep startup expertise, along with tech investor Cyan Banister, entrepreneur Elizabeth Yin, dedicated investor Mac Conwell, and seasoned entrepreneur Jesse Middleton. They dive into systemic changes needed in education and healthcare and share personal investment tales that reveal the triumphs and tribulations of the venture capital world. Highlights include high-stakes bets on companies like SpaceX and the philosophy of reinvesting in innovation over luxury, showcasing their commitment to transformative ventures.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 39min

#138 The Exit: Selling LearnVest for $375 Million

Entrepreneur Alexa Von Tobel founded LearnVest to help young people manage their money online. She shares her journey from leaving Harvard Business School to selling the company for $375 million. The podcast explores her struggles with fundraising, building a fintech company in NYC, and navigating a $300 million acquisition offer. It highlights the importance of determination, resilience, and making data-driven decisions in the entrepreneurial world.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 39min

#137 Gnara: Disrupting Your Pants

Investors listen to Georgia Grace Edwards pitch her innovative GoFly zipper technology for outdoor pants on the show. They discuss the design, market success, licensing plans, and potential for disrupting the clothing industry. The episode explores opportunities in D2C, founder's pitch experience, commitment to investment decisions, and investments in specialized clothing for boating and sailing.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 41min

#136 KredFeed: The Next Mexican Unicorn?

Founder Luis Sánchez pitches KredFeed, aiming to revolutionize manufacturing financing in Mexico. Investors debate market potential, challenges, and scalability. The podcast also includes reflections on a failed influencer marketing startup and insights into cashflow forecasting in the manufacturing sector.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 41min

#135 Thoras AI: The Twin Effect

Former site reliability engineers turned co-founders of Thoras AI, Nilo and Jennifer Rahmani, pitch their AI platform to help startups optimize cloud infrastructure. Investors discuss the importance of reliability in tech, AI-driven cloud resource management, sustainability practices, securing investors, successful pitches, and navigating funding rounds as twin founders.

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