DealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture Capital

Saman Farid is no stranger to reinvention. From growing up as a cultural misfit in China to leading groundbreaking ventures in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), Saman's journey is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to solving problems. Saman's latest venture, Formic, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alumni Ventures, Blackhorn Ventures, Calm Ventures, Chapter One, and FJ Labs.

Steven Galanis, co-founder of Cameo, epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit. His story, steeped in family tradition, innovation, and grit, is a fascinating tale of navigating life's twists and turns to build a hyper-growth company in the talent world. Steven's latest venture, Cameo, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Valor Equity Partners, Kleiner Perkins, Morgan Stanley, and Amazon Alexa Fund.

Zach Dunn, co-founder of Robin and Rally, shares his dynamic entrepreneurial journey alongside his twin brother, Sam. They discuss the evolution from a blog to a successful hybrid workplace platform, navigating pandemic challenges and complex fundraising. With insights on shifting from services to scalable tech solutions, Zach highlights the importance of adaptability and mentorship in entrepreneurship. The conversation emphasizes the value of risks in achieving growth and the lessons learned from their unique experiences in the startup world.

Dominik Senn’s story is one of reinvention and relentless ambition. Born in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1967, Dominik began his career as a competitive skier at just 16 years old. His experiences on the slopes defined his youth and laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial spirit. Dominik's latest project has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Southern Realty Trust.

Alexi Suvacioglu’s entrepreneurial story is about passion, resilience, and calculated risk-taking. Having successfully founded and exited multiple ventures, his journey is a testament to the transformative power of adaptability, teamwork, and vision. Alexi's latest venture, Because, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like 7GC & Co, Khosla Ventures, Almoayed Ventures, and Sprint VC.

When Sami Khoreibi took his first company public at just 26 years old, he marked the beginning of an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey. His story spans industries, continents, and cultures, offering valuable insights into building, scaling, and innovating businesses in dynamic global markets. Sami's latest venture, Wisewell, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BECO Capital and Digital Rain Venture.

In the ever-evolving world of entrepreneurship, few journeys are as captivating as that of Lárus Ásgeirsson. Born in a small Icelandic fishing community, Lárus has transitioned from a mechanical engineer specializing in geothermal energy to a global business leader. His latest venture, Laxey, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Blue Future Holding, Farvatn, Kjartan Olafsson, and Kontrari.

In the heart of a quiet French village, a young girl stared at the night sky, dreaming of the stars and the mysteries of space. That girl, Eloa Guillotin, would grow up to co-found Beyond Aero, a groundbreaking company building hydrogen-electric planes, redefining the future of aviation. Beyond Aero has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Bpifrance, Y Combinator, Initialized Capital, and Female Funders Found.

Mark Heynen, an experienced entrepreneur and founder of Knapsack, shares insights from his journey through the startup world. He discusses breaking barriers in fintech, smartphones, and AI, emphasizing the necessity of resilience and adaptability. Mark highlights key lessons from his past roles at Google and Facebook, focusing on mentorship and product-market fit. He dives into developing strategies for B2B success and the importance of data privacy in today's tech landscape. His story is a thrilling mix of innovation and navigating market challenges.

In the fast-paced world of tech entrepreneurship, Daniel Lee stands out with a remarkable story of resilience, innovation, and vision. Co-founder of Nooks, an AI-powered platform transforming the productivity of sales teams, Daniel recently announced a $43M funding round, bringing the total raised to $70M. Nooks' top-tier investors include Kleiner Perkins, Lachy Groom, Stifel Venture Banking, and Tola Capital.