The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership

Meet Thomas Keown, founder of Many Hopes, as he shares powerful stories about rescuing and rehabilitating children from trafficking and abuse. Discover how survivor-driven change is making an impact across Africa and Latin America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernie Mullin, sports business legend, shares his journey from poverty in Liverpool to generating $1.5 billion in revenue for 300+ clients. Discover how he transformed struggling franchises, revolutionized sports marketing, and now aims to reimagine the American Dream through innovative social programs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Sergey delves into the intricacies of longevity investments, the revolutionary role of AI in drug discovery, and the societal shift towards preventative healthcare. Learn how LongeVC is navigating the complex landscape of age-related diseases and discover why now is a critical moment for longevity science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to losing $25 million in the 2008 crisis and rebounding to build innovative companies that disrupt industries. Discover how Damion is revolutionizing construction with FrameTech and offering greater control over retirement investments through eQRP. Tune in to learn about building trust in business, mastering entrepreneurship, and navigating financial setbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 triumphs of leaving a $22 billion company to drive systemic change in the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 diligence, and adapting to changing market conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-changing tips to expedite your own injury healing process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 global outsourcing leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn practical strategies for building a strong, cohesive team from the former co-founder of Google's first Startup Accelerator accelerator program, Josh Yellin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices