
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

Feb 20, 2024 • 29min
Angie Ma On Raising $60 Million To Build An AI Company That Trains And Matches Graduates With Suitable Companies
Born in Beijing and shaped by diverse cultures in Hong Kong and London, Angie Ma embarked on a remarkable journey that eventually led her to the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. In an exclusive interview, Angie shared her experiences, challenges, and the transformative power of AI in today's dynamic world.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 34min
Karim Bernoussi On Building A $936 Million Company By Providing Top-Notch Global Customer Service
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurship, stories of success are often marked by determination, resilience, and a passion for making a positive impact. Karim Bernoussi's journey from being the fifth child in a Moroccan family to the founder of Intelcia Group, a global outsourcing powerhouse with 40,000 employees and almost €800M or $936M in revenue, is nothing short of inspiring.
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Feb 18, 2024 • 30min
Danielle And Leah Cohen-Shohet On Raising $75 Million To Support Founders In The Beauty Industry
In a recent joint interview, Danielle and Leah Cohen Shohet, the dynamic twin duo, shared their remarkable journey of building GlossGenius, a beauty payments software company. From their childhood in Florida to scaling their business with venture capital, the twins discussed the challenges, setbacks, and triumphs that shaped their entrepreneurial path.
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Feb 17, 2024 • 31min
Ronald Brus On Building His First Company To A $16 Billion Business And Selling His Next One To Johnson & Johnson For $3.5 Billion
Ronald Brus, a visionary entrepreneur hailing from the Netherlands, has carved an extraordinary path from a medicine student with a passion for soccer to becoming a prominent figure in the biotech industry. Ronald’s story is not just one of business success, but a testament to the power of curiosity, resilience, and the pursuit of innovative solutions to real-world problems.
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Feb 16, 2024 • 36min
Vijay Krishnan On Building A Billion Dollar Business By Helping Companies Hire Top-Notch Talent From Anywhere In The World
Vijay Krishnan, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI expert, embarked on a remarkable journey from his roots in India to the heart of Silicon Valley. In this blog post, we delve into his experiences, academic background, early fascination with artificial intelligence, and the evolution of his entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 32min
Chris Cabrera On Building A $2 Billion Business By Helping Companies Unlock Their Full Revenue Potential
In the heart of Silicon Valley, amidst the tech boom of the '80s, Chris Cabrera's journey unfolded. Born in Boston to a first-generation Colombian father, Chris moved to California with his family, eventually finding his way into the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 27min
Maxim Melamedov On Raising $116 Million To Enable Companies To Scale Their Cloud Resources And Match Application Demand
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, adaptation, and growth often captivate our attention. Maxim Melamedov, co-founder and CEO of Zesty, shares his remarkable journey from being born in the Soviet Union to navigating the entrepreneurial landscape in Silicon Valley.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 33min
Jody Shapiro On Raising $73 Million To Help Companies Manage Their Software From A Single Platform
In the bustling world of technology and entrepreneurship, the path from a Boston suburb to Silicon Valley is both fascinating and inspiring. Jody Shapiro, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, shares his journey of falling in love with coding at the age of 9.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 40min
Alex Twigg On Cofounding A $1.5 Billion NeoBank Startup And Now Raising Millions To Simplify Website And App Building
In the fast-paced world of fintech, few individuals boast a journey as diverse and impactful as Alex Twigg's. He shares his remarkable story, from his humble beginnings in the UK to his pivotal role in transforming the banking landscape.
Join us as we explore his experiences, challenges, and triumphs, ultimately leading to the creation of innovative ventures like Judo Bank and his latest venture, Appeggio.
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Feb 11, 2024 • 33min
Jeff Denworth On Co-Founding A $9.1 Billion Company To Store And Analyze Unstructured Data And Train AI Models
In a world buzzing with discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) and capital raising, Jeff Denworth, co-founder of VAST Data, sits down for an insightful interview. From his humble beginnings as a Jersey boy to helping spearhead a company with a staggering $9.1 billion valuation, Jeff shares his journey and insights into the dynamic realms of technology, business development, sales, and marketing.
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