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Sep 24, 2023 • 40min

Dan Shapiro On Selling His Last Company To Google And Now Raising $130 Million To 3D Laser Print Your Ideas

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.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 39min

Henry Kim On Raising $200 Million To Move Grocery Shopping To eCommerce Platforms

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.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 40min

Philipp Povel On Building A $3 Billion Company And Now Raising Millions To Turn Payments Into Your Growth Engine

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.
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Sep 17, 2023 • 32min

Sam Li On Raising $98 Million To Take The Grind Out Of Information Security Compliance

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 first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Sam Li On Raising $98 Million To Take The Grind Out Of Information Security Compliance appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 32min

Elizabeth Zalman On Raising $80 Million For Her Startups And Authoring A Book About The Truth Of Venture Capital

Starting a business is a journey filled with twists and turns, challenges, and triumphs. In a recent podcast episode featuring Elizabeth Zalman, we delve into her fascinating journey, from her early years to her experiences as a founder and advisor. The post Elizabeth Zalman On Raising $80 Million For Her Startups And Authoring A Book About The Truth Of Venture Capital first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Elizabeth Zalman On Raising $80 Million For Her Startups And Authoring A Book About The Truth Of Venture Capital appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 36min

Daniel Theobald On Raising $128 Million To Have Robots Do The Dirty Work For You

In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Daniel Theobald, the visionary entrepreneur and founder of Vecna Robotics and Mekable, shared his remarkable journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to pioneering autonomous forklifts and revolutionizing the robotics industry. The post Daniel Theobald On Raising $128 Million To Have Robots Do The Dirty Work For You first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Daniel Theobald On Raising $128 Million To Have Robots Do The Dirty Work For You appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 10, 2023 • 34min

Carl Hartmann On Raising The Highest-Ever Seed Round For No-Alcohol Spirits With $11.5 Million In Funding

In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Carl Hartmann, an Australian entrepreneur who has taken his innovative ideas and turned them into two successful businesses. His latest venture, Lyre's Spirit Co has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Futurecraft Ventures, VRD Investment, Doehler Ventures, DLF Venture, and DLF Venture. The post Carl Hartmann On Raising The Highest-Ever Seed Round For No-Alcohol Spirits With $11.5 Million In Funding first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Carl Hartmann On Raising The Highest-Ever Seed Round For No-Alcohol Spirits With $11.5 Million In Funding appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 43min

Ramin Shirani On Selling His Last Company For $452 Million And Now Raising $64 Million To Revolutionize Communication Systems For Cars

In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Ramin Shirani, a seasoned entrepreneur with a remarkable journey, shares his inspiring story of going from a young immigrant delivering pizzas to becoming a successful technology innovator in Silicon Valley. Ramin's story is a testament to the American dream, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. The post Ramin Shirani On Selling His Last Company For $452 Million And Now Raising $64 Million To Revolutionize Communication Systems For Cars first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Ramin Shirani On Selling His Last Company For $452 Million And Now Raising $64 Million To Revolutionize Communication Systems For Cars appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 31min

Nathan Harding On Building A $600 Million Business And Raising $15 Million To Bring AI And Robotics To Eyelash Extensions

Nathan Harding's journey into the world of innovation began with a simple childhood curiosity. From his early years in Houston, he found himself captivated by the art of deconstructing and fixing things. Little did he know that this innate curiosity would pave the way for a groundbreaking career that would span the realms of mechanical engineering, robotics, and even the beauty industry. His startup, LUUM, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like SaxeCap, XSeed Capital, Foundation Capital, and Handshake Ventures. The post Nathan Harding On Building A $600 Million Business And Raising $15 Million To Bring AI And Robotics To Eyelash Extensions first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Nathan Harding On Building A $600 Million Business And Raising $15 Million To Bring AI And Robotics To Eyelash Extensions appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.
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Sep 3, 2023 • 34min

Courtney Guertin On Raising $128 Million To Streamline Human Resource Management

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, where innovation and perseverance are the keys to success, few stories are as inspiring as that of Courtney Guertin. In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, Guertin shared his remarkable journey from a curious college student to a successful entrepreneur. His story embodies the spirit of determination, growth, and adaptation that characterizes the modern startup landscape. His startup, Ease, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Centana Growth Partners, AWS Impact Accelerator, Google for Startups, and Spectrum Equity. The post Courtney Guertin On Raising $128 Million To Streamline Human Resource Management first appeared on Alejandro Cremades. The post Courtney Guertin On Raising $128 Million To Streamline Human Resource Management appeared first on Alejandro Cremades.

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