Adam Slutsky, founder of Gather Ventures, joins Matt on The Daily Bolster, and they delve into the rollercoaster ride that is entrepreneurship. Tune in as Adam shares his strategies for navigating the highs and lows of being a CEO.

Ready to hit that elusive first million in revenue? Allison Pickens joins Matt in this episode, offering a fresh take on how to successfully navigate this critical stage. They chat about the importance of making the right hires early on, taking ownership of your messaging as a founder, and more.Allison is a solo GP investor in AI and SaaS, a board member at DBT Labs, and was previously COO of Gainsight. Tune in for practical advice that’ll help you scale your startup.

When should founders push their big ideas, and when should they listen to what the market wants? Martina Lauchengco has the answers! Martina is a partner at Costanoa Venture Capital and Silicon Valley Product Group with a storied career in product marketing at some of the most iconic tech firms of our lifetime. Today, she and Matt examine the clash between founder vision and market reality. Tune in to learn why even disruptive ideas need a market-driven “why.”

No one succeeds alone. Techstars CEO Maëlle Gavet and her team work with thousands of founders every year, and they’re constantly discussing what it takes to set a business up for long-term growth and success. Today, she’s joining Matt to share insights on building a stable business in the current complex environment. This episode is filled with valuable advice—you won’t want to miss it!

Eric Ries joins the podcast today for a deep-dive conversation with Matt. They kick the episode off by discussing Eric’s love of programming and what it was like to enter the workforce right after the dot-com bubble. Eric also tells the story behind the success of his book, Lean Startup, and talks about starting the Long-Term Stock Exchange. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about the realities of founding a company and what it takes to stay innovative and entrepreneurial as you scale.

Tune in to The Daily Bolster as Matt Blumberg and Rebecca Kaden of Union Square Ventures discuss the art of capturing a VC's attention in a sea of inbound pitches. 👓  Lead with a clear description of your venture💡 Demonstrate alignment with the firm's focus🤝 Consider strategic pathways for introductionsListeners can expect valuable advice to help maximize your chances of standing out and securing investor interest in your startup.

Meaningful partnerships are valuable for everyone, but especially for founders. Today on The Daily Bolster, we’re joined by Kelsey Recht, the founder and CEO of VenueBook, as she shares her insights on networking. In this episode, you’ll learn why building a broad and diverse network is essential for founders and CEOs seeking customers, partners, investors, and valuable advice. Tune in to discover the power of being curious, open-minded, and focusing on relationship-building rather than immediate asks. 

Consumer marketing is a changing landscape, especially after COVID-19. Tune is as Matt is joined by Chris Epple, a seasoned marketing executive with a rich background at brands like Kraft, Pepsi, and A&E, now leading marketing efforts at Harman. Their conversation explores how brands pivot to enhance digital availability, adapt retail dynamics, and embrace influencer marketing. From virtual try-ons to easier return policies, discover strategies for engaging consumers in a post-pandemic world. In this episode, you’ll gain insights into a fascinating blend of technology, content, and consumer behavior, and learn how businesses are evolving to meet a new set of expectations.

What does effective team management really look like? Matt is joined by Tien Tzuo, CEO of Zuora and a pioneer of the subscription economy, to explore what it means to lead a successful team. From defining roles and responsibilities to designing systems and processes, Tien shares insights on building a thriving team ecosystem. Tune in for tips that will help you revolutionize your leadership approach.

In this deep dive episode, Matt Blumberg and Jerry Colonna chat about Jerry’s time as a VC, how he redirected his career journey, and the meaning of vocation. They also discuss Jerry’s new book, Reunion, and what it looks like to examine our complicity in our circumstances. Jerry is the founder of Reboot, one of the premier leadership consulting/coaching firms in the world. Don’t miss this thoughtful episode.