
DealMakers
Welcome to the DealMakers show, hosted by Alejandro Cremades. Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and cofounder at Panthera Advisors (M&A and fundraising advisory). On this podcast you will find weekly interviews with entrepreneurs that have been very successful at raising capital or getting their company acquired. You can learn more at https://alejandrocremades.com/
Latest episodes

May 14, 2024 • 26min
Leor Catalan On Rolling Revenues Worth $100 Million Back Into His Company To Streamline Insurance Coverage
Leor Catalan is an innovative founder whose story embodies curiosity, resilience, and relentless innovation. Join us as we delve into his remarkable trajectory, from his formative years in Tel Aviv to the helm of a global company with over 600 employees.
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May 11, 2024 • 35min
Duncan Logan On Raising $336 Million To Support Unicorns And Now Building A Capitalism-Driven Climate Change Ecosystem
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, the journey is often as captivating as the destination. Duncan Logan, a seasoned entrepreneur with a trail of ventures behind him, sat down for an exclusive interview on the Dealmakers Show, providing a captivating narrative of his entrepreneurial odyssey. Duncan's latest venture, 9Zero, is in the process of raising a friends and family round.
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May 5, 2024 • 33min
Eshchar Ben-Shitrit On Raising $190 Million To 3D-Print Plant-Based Meat Products
In the field of culinary innovation, few stories are as captivating as that of Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, the co-founder and CEO of Redefine Meat. His journey from a childhood in an Israeli kibbutz to spearheading one of the most groundbreaking companies in the meat industry is as inspiring as it is insightful.
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May 4, 2024 • 28min
Andrew Blackmon On Raising Over $67 Million To Disrupt The Tux And Suit Rental Industry And Now Scaling To Millions in Revenues
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, there are few stories as captivating as that of Andrew Blackmon, the co-founder and CEO of The Black Tux. From humble beginnings in LA to navigating the challenges of building a successful startup, Andrew's journey is one of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination.
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May 3, 2024 • 39min
Goutham (Gou) Rao On Selling Companies To Citrix, Dell, And Pure For A Few Hundred Million Dollars And Now Building A GenAI Co-Worker To Spot And Solve IT Issues Quickly
In the labyrinth of entrepreneurial ventures, where dreams take flight and innovation shapes destinies, few individuals stand as examples of relentless pursuit and unwavering commitment. Goutham (Gou) Rao is one such visionary whose journey from the bustling streets of Brooklyn to the innovation hub of Silicon Valley is a story of resilience, passion, and audacity.
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May 2, 2024 • 33min
David Schaffer On Taking An Over $1.2 Billion Company Public And Now Building A Stem Cell Therapy Company
In the world of scientific innovation and entrepreneurship, few names shine as brightly as David Schaffer's. With a track record of launching and nurturing successful companies in the biomedical field, David's journey is not just a story of academic achievement.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 31min
Armon Petrossian On Raising $81 Million To Make The Data Transformation Process Efficient And Accessible
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where dreams collide with reality, and visionaries transform industries, few narratives resonate as profoundly as that of Armon Petrossian. From his humble beginnings in Portland, Oregon, to the pulsating heart of Silicon Valley, Armon's journey is not just a tale of success but a testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and the pursuit of a bold vision.
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Apr 28, 2024 • 32min
Luke Saunders On Raising ~$120 Million To Revolutionize Access To Fresh, Healthy Meals Through A Network Of 1,200+ Smart Fridges
Meet Luke Saunders, the founder of Farmer's Fridge, whose journey from humble beginnings to transforming the food industry is nothing short of inspiring. In this exclusive interview, Luke talks about scaling his company and the challenges he faced during the COVID to get the company back on track.
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Apr 27, 2024 • 28min
Lieza Danan On Raising Millions For Diagnostics And Building An AI Software Company To Streamline Drug Testing For Quality, Efficacy And Safety
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where every success story seems like a triumph against all odds, Lieza Danan's journey stands out as a beacon of resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. From her humble beginnings in the Philippines to scaling the heights of the biotech industry in the United States, Lieza's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to one's vision.
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Apr 26, 2024 • 30min
Jorge Myszne On Selling A Company For $400 Million And Building Solutions To Manage Critical Data Securely
Welcome to the captivating narrative of Jorge Myszne, an entrepreneur whose journey traverses continents, technological frontiers, and entrepreneurial landscapes. Buckle up as we embark on an exhilarating ride through the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial voyage. Jorge's latest venture, Kameleon, attracted funding from top-tier investor, Xilinx.
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