
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

Oct 15, 2023 • 31min
Paris Wallace On Selling His Last Two Startups For Millions And Now Building The Professional Sports League Of The Future
In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we delve into the extraordinary life and entrepreneurial journey of Paris Wallace. From a humble upbringing in section 8 housing to graduating from Harvard Business School, Paris' story is one of determination, resilience, and a deep-rooted passion for making a positive impact on the world. His latest venture, National Cycling League, has attracted funding from top-tier investors Kevin Durant, ESPN football analyst Desmond Howard, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, and Rich Kleiman's Boardroom Sports Holdings.
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Oct 14, 2023 • 44min
Brad Pelo On Transitioning From Tech Entrepreneur To TV Producer And Now Co-Producing a Show Viewed By 108 Million Viewers
Brad Pelo's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the power of vision, adaptability, and humility. From his roots in Montana to the global impact of 'The Chosen', Brad's story offers valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. He is now co-producing the very popular show The Chosen, which was initially crowdfunded but now has more than 16,000 investors, including Derral Eves, Dallas Jenkins, and Earl Seals.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 32min
Pavle Jeremic On Raising $49 Million To Build A Future Of Abundance For The Human Race
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we spoke with Pavle Jeremic, the visionary founder of Aether. Pavle shared his inspiring journey from a unique upbringing to the forefront of bioengineering, driven by a mission to revolutionize industrial productivity. His startup, Aether, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BoxGroup, Gaingels, Jay Zaveri, and Dolby Family Ventures.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 34min
Tom Greenwood On Selling His Fintech Company For $200 Million And Now Raising $83.5 Million To Send Money Anywhere In Real Time
Tom Greenwood, an entrepreneur from New Zealand and Australia, shares his journey from ANZ Bank to starting his fintech company Volt. He discusses the transformative nature of embedded finance, scaling challenges, and the potential integration of stable coins and CBDs. Tom also reflects on the past and offers advice to his younger self, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with smart people and staying open-minded in the payments industry.

Oct 8, 2023 • 31min
Harpinder Singh On Selling His Company For $800 Million, Then Selling His Second Startup To Rakuten, And Now Investing In Other Entrepreneurs
Harpinder Singh, co-founder of two successful startups and current CEO of Innovation Endeavors, shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey from India to selling his company for $225 million. He discusses raising $340 million to simplify shopping and investing in other entrepreneurs. He also talks about the challenges of raising capital and the importance of seeking guidance. He emphasizes the importance of creating a high performing team and culture and discusses the acquisition of his company.

Oct 5, 2023 • 37min
Matthew Darrow On Raising $131 Million To Create The AI-Powered Platform For PreSales
Matthew Darrow, co-founder of Vivun, discusses his journey from engineer to entrepreneur. Topics include raising funds from top-tier investors like Tiger Global Management and Salesforce Ventures, dealing with unique environments, the challenges of working with a spouse in a hyper growth company, envisioning a transformation in B2B selling, and prioritizing employee safety during uncertain times.

Oct 3, 2023 • 30min
Sahill Poddar On Raising $94 Million To Enable Small Businesses To Get Funding Against Their Sales
Growing up in the bustling city of Kolkata, Sahill Poddar's journey has been one of determination, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for making an impact. From tinkering with his first computer to delving into the world of particle physics, Sahill's experiences have shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today.
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Oct 1, 2023 • 38min
David Mou On Raising $450 Million To Move Mental Health Care From Clinics To Smartphones
Dr. David Mou, a distinguished figure in mental health and entrepreneurship, discusses his journey, the intersection of academia and startups, and his vision for the future of mental healthcare. Topics include the convergence of academia, startups, and medicine, the role of a Chief Medical Officer at a startup, and the importance of decisiveness and strategic changes for startups.

Sep 28, 2023 • 38min
Alon Arvatz On Selling His Last Company For $350 Million And Now Raising Millions To Make Cloud Computing Affordable And Efficient
Alon Arvatz, co-founder of PointFive, shares his journey in the tech industry, from early exposure to successful ventures. He discusses his latest venture, PointFive, focusing on making cloud computing affordable and efficient. Talks about selling his previous company for $350 million, launching PointFive, raising money, and their vision for the future.

Sep 26, 2023 • 33min
John Milad On Raising $400 Million To Build Portable Dialysis Machines For Home Use And Save Lives
John Milad, founder of Quanta Dialysis, talks about his journey from investment banking to healthcare, the challenges of preparing a company for an IPO, and the satisfaction of developing a portable dialysis machine. He shares insights on fundraising and inviting founders in healthcare to connect with him.