Seth Farbman on Podcast - From Startup to Stock Exchange

Housekeeping carts that move themselves. Trash that “walks” to the compactor. In this episode, Seth talks with Reid (President, Nightfood Holdings) about the rise of robots-as-a-service for hotels and venues. No lobby gimmicks—these bots live behind the scenes, moving dirty linens, clean deliveries, and waste so staff can focus on higher-value guest work. We cover real operations (elevators, mapping, safety), privacy (U.S. servers, on-prem options), and why the biggest ROI is fewer injuries + faster turns, not flashy concierge robots.What you’ll learnWhy back-of-house automation beats front-of-house gimmicksHow robots “tour,” self-learn maps, call elevators, and run scheduled routesRobots-as-a-service: implementation, supervision, and uptime guaranteesPrivacy by design: U.S. servers, on-prem “island” installs for sensitive sitesExpansion beyond hotels: malls, convention centers, medical, governmentSeth’s Companies Vstock Transfer – https://www.vstocktransfer.com/ Share Media – https://www.sharemedia.co/Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstockTikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbmanTwitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1About the Show From Startup to Stock Exchange, hosted by Seth Farbman, unpacks how founders scale from idea to public markets—covering growth, capital strategy, branding, and the mindset it takes to build companies that last.Timestamps00:00 Intro — robotics > buzzword, real hotel use-cases 01:02 What TechForce Robotics actually does (and why the pivot) 02:08 Back-of-house focus: trash & linens, not lobby greeters 03:30 Do staff feel threatened? How bots remove drudgery 05:02 Property fit: 80-room inns → 400-room hotels, conventions 06:30 RaaS model: implementation, supervision, no robot babysitting 08:05 Data & privacy: U.S. servers, on-prem “island” installs 09:34 Form factor & safety: small, frequent runs beat 300-lb carts 11:12 Mapping in 1.5 days: robot “tours,” self-teaches routes & elevators 13:35 Why this now: injuries, workers’ comp, and repeatable ROI 16:02 Beyond hotels: malls, food courts, deliveries, back corridors 18:12 Milestones: cutting steps in code, true automation (no waiting) 20:05 Pipeline: new pilots outside hospitality (details pending) 22:10 How to learn more & engage (sites, outreach) 24:05 Wrap & debriefConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Shai Stern and host Seth Farbman rewind 25 years of building together no partnership agreement, no perfect plan just trust, discipline, and relentless execution. From cold calls vs. operations, recurring revenue over jackpots, and avoiding client concentration risk, to the messy reality of clawbacks, bad bets, and learning in public, this episode is a masterclass in how non-technical founders build real businesses.They unpack Shai’s new platform Gotavi (incorporations, payments, payroll, insurance, background checks—one dashboard), why AI + humans beats AI alone, and a practical exercise: create your “Life Agent Prompt” in ChatGPT to surface strengths, business ideas, and your first two hires before you start.Listen to the ShowApple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/54i7xkWaAALAFrUvk4WZcNConnect with SethLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstockTikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbmanTwitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1Guest featured in this video:Shai Stern – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaistern1/About the ShowFrom Startup to Stock Exchange, hosted by entrepreneur and investor Seth Farbman, spotlights the journey of founders and CEOs as they scale their companies from early ideas to public markets. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across industries, offering insights on growth, mindset, and the modern playbook for building something that lasts.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:51 How Seth & Shai met — the breakfast that launched everything02:42 Building without a plan — intuition, trust, and no partnership agreement05:20 Sales vs. Operations — why their opposite strengths worked08:15 Scaling fears, first hires & landing bigger clients10:30 Recurring revenue, client concentration & choosing SMBs12:50 The origin of GOtv — naming story & the vision15:40 What GOtv actually solves (incorp, payments, payroll, insurance)18:55 Non-technical founder struggles & where AI helps (and doesn’t)23:15 Relationship selling, positivity, and making someone’s day easier27:05 Hard years vs. highlight years — clawbacks, mistakes & survival30:10 The Life Agent Prompt — how to find your next business idea32:48 Closing thoughts & how to connect with Shai / GOtvConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Helmet on. In this episode, Dom Kwong (CEO, Damon) explains how a near-miss on the highway became a mission to make motorcycles—and all personal mobility—safer. We dive into Damon’s software-first safety stack, how every phone is a sensor suite, and why the company’s real moat is privacy-safe, anonymous usage data that can help OEMs and tier-1s reduce warranty costs and build better products. Seth’s Companies: Vstock Transfer – https://www.vstocktransfer.com/ Share Media – https://www.sharemedia.co/Listen to the Show Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808 Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@seth-farbmanConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1Guest featured in this video: Dom Kwong - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-kwongAbout the Show From Startup to Stock Exchange, hosted by entrepreneur and investor Seth Farbman, spotlights the journey of founders and CEOs as they scale their companies from early ideas to public markets. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across industries, offering insights on growth, fundraising, branding, and the mindset it takes to build a company that lasts.00:00 Intro & why this conversation matters 01:00 The near-death moment that sparked Damon’s creation 02:40 Turning motorcycles into software-defined safety machines 06:10 From building smartphones to reinventing mobility 09:40 How Damon’s data can help OEMs cut warranty costs 12:40 Life as a public-company CEO — balancing innovation & investors 15:10 Building products for Gen Z riders, not just luxury buyers 20:20 The future of last-mile delivery and Damon’s “Amazon, call me” visionConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Public company marketing is a game few truly understand, and most CEOs play it wrong.Ty Hoffer, CEO of Winning Media, has spent two decades mastering how stories move stocks. From the early days of email lists to today’s AI-driven targeting, he’s seen every boom, bust, and “digital agency miracle” in between.Seth Farbman sits down with Ty to uncover what really drives visibility in the capital markets — why storytelling beats spreadsheets, how compliance shapes creativity, and why great CEOs treat investor marketing like a full-time job.In this episode, we explore:• why “tell your story” is the most undervalued advice in finance• the difference between real investor awareness and paid hype• why 10–20% of every raise belongs to marketing, not overhead• and how compliance-friendly storytelling builds long-term trustSeth’s Companies: Vstock Transfer – https://www.vstocktransfer.com/ Share Media – https://www.sharemedia.co/Listen to the Show Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808 Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@seth-farbmanConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1Guest featured in this video: Ty Hoffer - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ty-hoffer/About the Show From Startup to Stock Exchange, hosted by entrepreneur and investor Seth Farbman, spotlights the journey of founders and CEOs as they scale their companies from early ideas to public markets. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across industries, offering insights on growth, fundraising, branding, and the mindset it takes to build a company that lasts.00:00 Intro & why this convo matters02:20 What Winning Media does (public-company investor marketing)04:40 Storytelling vs. spreadsheets in public markets (Seth’s take)10:30 Compliance & disclosure—how not to get flagged15:10 Building long-term shareholders, not traders24:40 Capital-raising mistakes + budget the marketing (10–20%)28:40 Best days for PR/marketing pushes (Tue–Thu)30:30 Flexible media spend: throttle up/down with market conditionsConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Net, the 25-year-old CEO of LinkMe, joins Seth Farbman to share how he turned a simple idea into a platform used by athletes, creators, and CEOs worldwide. From raising capital at a young age to building AI-powered merch and crossing major revenue milestones, this episode shows how LinkMe is shaping the future of the creator economy.Guest featured in this video: Net Kohen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/netkohen/Seth’s Companies Vstock Transfer – https://www.vstocktransfer.com/ Share Media – https://www.sharemedia.co/Listen to the Show Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/54i7xkWaAALAFrUvk4WZcNConnect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Discover how Fawad Maqbool, the founder and CEO of Amplitech Group, navigated the challenges of building a publicly traded cutting-edge technology company focused on amplifiers and quantum computing.Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Join us as we explore the remarkable story of Deanna Wallin, the CEO of Naples Soap Company, who transformed a small skincare business into a thriving public company. Discover the pivotal moments, creative innovations, and operational challenges that have defined her entrepreneurial journey, offering invaluable insights for CEOs, startups, and aspiring entrepreneurs.Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Get your Red Bull out because you will need high energy! In this episode I sit down with Net Kohen, founder and CEO of Link.me—the digital “one‑link” platform attracting over 200 million visitors across more than 180 countries. On Startup to Stock Exchange, we talk about the moment the idea clicked, the urgency that drove them to launch fast, and what raising investment capital actually looks and feels like from a young founder’s perspective. Net shares candid, actionable insights that can help any entrepreneur who wants to secure funding and scale a big vision.  Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

What happens when an investment banker combines Wall Street with AI tech and safety? In this episode, Seth Farbman sits with CEO Scott Boroff as he shares how he built a multimodal AI company tackling everything from school shootings to prison security and global transportation challenges. We explore his journey from capital markets to leading a public company, the technology saving lives, and why SafeSpace.AI (SSGC) is making an impact worldwide.Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1

Join me, Seth Farbman, as we dive into the fascinating story behind YourBio Health, a medical device company that has created a revolutionary solution for blood draws. Hear from the impressive team of experts, including CEO, Paul Owen, with his 35 years of experience in the healthcare industry including the Mayo Clinic, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Robson with his background in leading clinical initiatives at Walgreens, and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Mina, previously a professor at Harvard Medical School.Connect with Seth LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethfarbman/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sethfarbmanstock TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@sethfarbman Twitter (X) – https://x.com/sethfarbman1