Grit Daily Startup Show

In this episode of the Grit Daily Startup Show, host John Biggs explores the intersection of nonprofit needs and technological innovation with Stacey Yudin, CEO of NEP Services. This powerhouse tech firm is revolutionizing communication and management for nonprofits, from local fire stations to national educational unions. Yudin discusses how NEP’s Connect Plus+ platform is providing an essential digital onramp for these organizations, fostering community engagement and facilitating significant fundraising achievements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Grit Daily Startup Show, host Leonard Kim engages with Carlos Cameo and Inigo Cavestany of Second World Games, exploring how they're revolutionizing the mobile gaming sector. Delving into their unique blend of traditional gaming fun and innovative blockchain integration, this discussion reveals how Second World Games not only enhances gameplay but also empowers players by providing actual ownership of in-game assets. Learn how Second World Games plans to reshape the gaming landscape and make blockchain an integral, yet seamless part of the gaming experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join John Biggs and Tim Kravchunovsky, CEO and founder of Chirp Wireless, as they delve into the innovative IoT connectivity solutions that Chirp is pioneering. The discussion covers how Chirp's unique IoT antennas enhance connectivity across various sectors, including agriculture, automotive, and urban development, through a unified, versatile network that simplifies the integration of IoT applications. Listen to learn about the transformative potential of Chirp's technology in driving advanced, efficient, and interconnected systems worldwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this eye-opening episode of Startup Show, join host John Biggs as he chats with Torrey Leonard, CEO of Thoughtly. Discover how Thoughtly is transforming customer service with cutting-edge AI agents capable of tackling complex call center tasks with unprecedented efficiency. Leonard unveils the unique components of their AI system — the brain, voice, and hands — and explains how these elements empower AI to perform real-time actions, integrate with CRM systems like Salesforce, and even handle sensitive customer interactions. Learn about the future of AI in customer service, its role in augmenting human labor, and the potential for more strategic and fulfilling roles for call center staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vitaly Golomb, co-founder of Sofie Labs, discusses on the Grit Daily Startup Show how his company is transforming CRM with advanced sales automation. By leveraging autonomous agents, Sofie Labs aims to minimize human intervention in sales processes, focusing on automating roles traditionally filled by sales development representatives. This innovation reduces inefficiencies and turnover, positioning Sofie Labs at the forefront of revolutionizing CRM systems through AI-driven technologies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host John Biggs and Dover CEO Max Kolysh on this episode of the Startup Show as they explore how Dover is revolutionizing the startup hiring process. Discover Dover’s innovative recruiting platform that simplifies talent acquisition for startups, providing tools to automate and optimize every step. Learn how Dover helps small businesses thrive in a shifting hiring landscape, why startups are investing in smart recruiting solutions, and how AI plays a pivotal role in modern recruitment. Dive into the future of hiring with Dover’s transformative strategies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Biggs of Startup Show catches up with Noah Palansky, CEO and co-founder of Taiv, a radical new venture aiming to turn the advertising industry on its head. Using AI and display technology, Taiv transforms venue screens into profitable advertising platforms. Palansky gives us an inside look into Taiv's journey, its operational model, the challenges it has overcome, and the exciting growth strategies in the pipeline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Startup Show, John Biggs interviews Matthew Gialich, founder and CEO of AstroForge, a pioneering company aiming to mine asteroids for precious metals. AstroForge targets platinum group metals essential for electronics and renewable energy, addressing Earth's limited supply. Gialich shares plans for their first mission using a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and the potential to disrupt the $16 trillion precious metals market. Learn about the challenges, risks, and innovative vision driving AstroForge's quest to revolutionize the mining industry through sustainable space exploration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Startup Show, John Biggs interviews Peter "Fish" Fishman, CEO and co-founder of Mozart Data. Fishman shares how Mozart Data provides data infrastructure as a service, helping small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) streamline data management. Co-founded with Dan Silberman, Mozart Data centralizes data from various sources, allowing businesses to gain insights without extensive engineering resources. Fishman discusses their journey from manual data tasks to a successful product, the impact of the pandemic on their startup, and future plans to leverage AI for enhanced data analysis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Startup Show, John Biggs interviews Zac Townsend, CEO and co-founder of Meanwhile, a life insurance company exclusively denominated in Bitcoin. Meanwhile operates within Bermuda's regulated environment, ensuring stability and compliance. The company offers whole life insurance policies with Bitcoin payouts, promoting financial inclusion and empowerment. Despite its unconventional approach, Meanwhile has garnered significant interest and investment from both the crypto and insurance sectors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.