DealMakers

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.

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.

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. The post Sahill Poddar On Raising $94 Million To Enable Small Businesses To Get Funding Against Their Sales appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.

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.

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.

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.

Dan Shapiro, founder of Glowforge, discusses his upbringing in academia, his journey from Microsoft to startups, creating a STEM board game, and the birth of Glowforge. He also talks about the business model of Glowforge, reflections on the entrepreneurial journey, and offers advice for starting a business.

Henry Kim, an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse background in finance, investments, and startups, discusses his journey from investment banking to buying franchises, the decision to go back into corporate instead of starting his own company, and the importance of building relationships with investors. He also shares lessons learned and provides advice for entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of honesty, self-reflection, and finding your passion to create a unique solution.

Philipp Povel, a seasoned entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey from Brazil to Germany and building successful businesses. Topics include cultural adaptation, building a fashion e-commerce company in Latin America, lessons learned in M&A, the vision of Mondo in business-to-business transactions, and valuable advice for launching a business.

In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sam Li, Co-Founder & CEO of Thoropass, shared his remarkable entrepreneurial journey, including his progress from his early days in Shanghai, China, to studying computer science and economics at the University of Virginia and, eventually, founding Thoropass (originally called Laika). Sam successfully raised funding for Thoropass from top-tier investors like Third Prime, Nyca Partners, Fin Capital, and Canapi Ventures. The post Sam Li On Raising $98 Million To Take The Grind Out Of Information Security Compliance appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.