Best The Techstars Climate Tech Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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From Viral Videos to Brain Chips: The Future of Human-AI Evolution w/ Taryn Southern 37:50

5d ago37:50

37:50

What happens when a viral creator becomes a deep tech investor—and then starts working on brain chips? In this episode, we go beyond the hype with Taryn Southern—early YouTube pioneer, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, and now a leading voice in neurotechnology and AI. From releasing the world’s first AI-generated music album to working at the frontier of …

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70% Emissions Cut by Electrifying Trailers: The Green Future of Trucking 41:17

12d ago41:17

41:17

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Jason Chua, Chief Product Officer at Range Energy, about a breakthrough in sustainable trucking. Discover how Range's electrified trailer retrofit cuts emissions by up to 70%, without replacing existing trucks. Jason shares how this smart, cost-effective solution helps …

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Why 8 in 10 LPs Still Don’t Back Women—And What Ankita’s Doing About It 26:57

12d ago26:57

26:57

Venture capital is changing—and so is India. In this episode, we dive deep with Ankita Vashistha, the trailblazing investor behind Saha Fund and Arise Ventures. From building Singapore’s first government-backed fund to leading a ₹500 Crore gender-lens powerhouse, Ankita’s story is one of grit, foresight, and redefining alpha. With 5 unicorns, 50+ i…

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The Rise of the Solo Capitalist: How One-Person Funds Are Winning Big w/ Itamar Novick, Recursive Ventures 48:24

19d ago48:24

48:24

With 25 years across engineering, operating, and venture capital, Itamar Novick knows what it takes to build billion-dollar companies—because he’s done it. From betting his life savings on Life360 (now $4.5B public) to helping 60+ startups raise Series A, Itamar shares the unfiltered playbook on solo capital, Pre-Seed power moves, and why he’s stay…

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Cleaning America’s 500,000 Toxic Land Sites: The PFAS Breakthrough 40:42

26d ago40:42

40:42

What if highly contaminated land could be safely and efficiently restored for productive use? In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Randol Aikin, founder of Remedy Scientific, about revolutionizing land remediation. With over 500,000 contaminated sites across the U.S., Aikin explains how robotics, AI, and conta…

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[BITE] The Big Bet Mindset: Building Bold, Lasting Change w/ Dr. Raj Shah, The Rockefeller Foundation 17:23

26d ago17:23

17:23

Summer’s almost here—and with it, a moment to reflect on what it really takes to spark lasting, meaningful change. In a world where progress often feels slow and the stakes impossibly high, Dr. Rajiv Shah has spent his career proving that bold, system-shifting bets can work. From leading global vaccine efforts at the Gates Foundation, to reshaping …

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Breaking VC Stereotypes: Power, Privilege, and Purpose w/ Jesse Draper, Halogen Ventures 52:17

1M ago52:17

52:17

Her great-grandfather helped birth the VC industry. Her father, Tim Draper, made game-changing bets on Tesla, Hotmail, and Skype. But Jesse Draper? She’s carved her own path—first as a Nickelodeon actress, then as the creator of The Valley Girl Show, and now as the founding partner of Halogen Ventures. With over 75 female-founded companies under he…

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10x Grid Storage: How Mesh Batteries Are Revolutionizing Home Energy 41:08

1M ago41:08

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In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Cole Ashman, CEO and founder of Pila Energy, about how his company is making home energy resilience affordable and accessible. Their innovative mesh battery system provides backup power during outages, enhances solar energy usage, and supports grid stability, all at a fract…

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Leadership Redefined: Inside the Playbooks of AANHPI Founders and Funders 21:33

1M ago21:33

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In this AANHPI Heritage Month special, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the real strategies behind extraordinary leaders who happen to be Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander. From billion-dollar founders to high-conviction investors, this episode dives into the mindset, grit, and quiet strength that drive lasting impact—not j…

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The LP-to-GP Journey: Rewriting VC Playbook With A Marketing Edge w/ Laurel Mintz, Fabric VC 36:48

2M ago36:48

36:48

Laurel Mintz is not your typical VC. At just 26, she stepped in to run her father’s Bassett Furniture business — managing 60 employees and learning leadership the hard way. From there, she launched ⁠Elevate My Brand⁠, a marketing powerhouse behind hundreds of consumer brands — many of which went on to raise capital. Today, she’s rewriting the VC pl…

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Decarbonizing Heavy Industry: Antora Energy’s 2400°C Thermal Batteries 37:44

2M ago37:44

37:44

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Nehali Jain, Chief of Staff at Antora, a company on a mission to decarbonize heavy industry with thermal batteries. They explore how renewable electricity can be stored as heat in carbon blocks reaching 2,400°C—cheaper and more scalable than fossil fuels. Learn how this bre…

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[REPLAY] Pivot or Persevere? Being a Growth Company CEO w/ Jeff Maggioncalda, Former CEO of Coursera 42:44

2M ago42:44

42:44

Our guest today is none other than Jeff Maggioncalda, a visionary leader whose journey spans not just one but two groundbreaking fields. For 18 years, Jeff worked side by side with Nobel Prize winner and economist Bill Sharpe, as the founding CEO of Financial Engines, one of the earliest pioneers in the world of robo-advisors and algorithm-driven i…

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How Family Offices Are Redefining Impact: Investing in Women & the Future w/ Evan & Ariel Segal, Segal Ventures 44:46

2M ago44:46

44:46

This week, we sat down with father-daughter duo Evan and Ariel Segal of Segal Ventures, pulled back the curtain on how modern family offices can drive real impact. From investing in 94% women-led funds to creatively deploying donor-advised funds, the Segals share how they're rewriting the playbook on values-aligned investing. Tune in as they discus…

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Igniting the Future: Fusion Power and the Road to Clean Energy with Scott Mercer 51:07

2M ago51:07

51:07

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Scott Mercer, Founder and CEO of Focused Energy, about the future of nuclear fusion. They explore how laser-driven fusion, inspired by breakthroughs at Lawrence Livermore Labs, could offer limitless clean power by the 2030s. From physics to commercialization, Mercer shares …

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Inside France’s €54B Climate Investment Drive w/ Raphaele Leyendecker, Techstars Sustainability Paris 30:34

2M ago30:34

30:34

In this episode, we dive into France's bold €54 billion climate investment plan with Raphaele Leyendecker, Managing Director of Techstars Sustainability Paris. As France positions itself as a leader in sustainable innovation, this massive initiative spans sectors from green energy to clean transportation. Raphaele unpacks how Techstars Sustainabili…

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The Power of Diverse Leadership in Driving Billion-Dollar Growth w/ SISTAFUND, Korelya Capital, Xtramile, & Dell Technologies 54:06

3M ago54:06

54:06

In this insightful episode, we sit down with industry leaders dive deep into the challenges and opportunities for women in the venture capital realm. From the evolving investment landscape in Europe, strategies for securing funding, and the power of diverse leadership in driving billion-dollar growth — we’ve covered it all. With firsthand accounts …

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Reinventing Cement: The Breakthrough That Could Cut 8% of Global Emissions with Greg Williams 48:24

3M ago48:24

48:24

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Greg Williams, VP of Product at Sublime Systems, about their groundbreaking low-carbon cement. They discuss how Sublime’s electrochemical process eliminates fossil fuel kilns and limestone-derived emissions, tackling 8% of global CO2 output. Greg shares insights on scaling …

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CEO Series: Susan Wojcicki, YouTube 22:47

3M ago22:47

22:47

Susan Wojcicki didn’t just lead YouTube—she shaped the digital age. From being Google’s 16th employee to orchestrating YouTube’s $1.65 billion acquisition, her vision transformed the platform into a global powerhouse. In this episode of Billion Dollar Moves CEO Series, we honor Susan’s legacy—from her groundbreaking leadership in tech to her unwave…

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Lightspeed’s $500M Bet on India’s Tech Boom w/ Shuvi Shrivastava 29:23

3M ago29:23

29:23

India’s startup ecosystem is at a tipping point. With unicorn valuations correcting and global VCs recalibrating their bets, what does the future hold? In this episode of Billion Dollar Moves, we sit down with Shuvi Shrivastava, Partner at Lightspeed, one of the world’s most influential venture firms, to unpack India’s rise, venture capital shifts,…

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Stratospheric Mirrors from Aerosol Injections: Make Sunsets' Approach to Cooling Earth 57:09

3M ago57:09

57:09

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett talks with Luke Iseman, founder of Make Sunsets, about tackling climate change through stratospheric aerosol injection. They explore the challenges of scaling hardware solutions, the urgency of immediate climate action, and the ethical debates around geoengineering. Luke shares his vi…

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From Family Offices to Private Equity Power Plays w/ Joel Sandhu, Top Tier Access 45:39

3M ago45:39

45:39

In this episode, we take you inside Europe’s private equity pilgrimage at SuperReturn in Berlin, where the biggest names in venture capital and private equity gather to shape the future of investing. Featuring Joel Sandhu, co-founder of Top-Tier Access, a platform that connects family offices with the world’s top private equity and venture capital …

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Women, Wealth, & Innovation: Female Founders and Funders Driving the Future 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

In today’s world, the conversation around meritocracy and diversity remains more critical than ever. Last November at The Billion Dollar Brew (London Edition), hosted at RUSI, we tackled these pressing issues head-on with female founders and funders who are driving the future of innovation. Brought to you by Beyond The Billion, Dell Technologies an…

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Storing Clean Energy with Air & Water: Hydrostor’s Game-Changing Tech 44:02

4M ago44:02

44:02

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Curtis VanWalleghem, Co-Founder and CEO of Hydrostor, to discuss how compressed air energy storage can revolutionize renewable energy. Hydrostor's innovative underground caverns store air and water to provide long-duration, cost-effective energy storage—solving the inte…

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CEO Series: Serena Williams, Serena Ventures 33:00

4M ago33:00

33:00

As we celebrate Black Excellence this month, Serena Williams is the perfect feature for our Billion Dollar Moves CEO Series, where we unpack the strategic plays behind the world’s most iconic leaders. Serena Williams is more than a tennis legend—she’s a blueprint for reinvention, resilience, and generational impact. With 23 Grand Slam titles, four …

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The 10.8X Playbook: Scaling with Speed w/ Prasad Vanga, Anthill Ventures 26:30

4M ago26:30

26:30

India is on the move. Now the world’s fifth-largest economy, it’s on track to hit $5 trillion in GDP by 2027, fueled by over 900 million people under the age of 35. And yet, despite delivering outsized returns and capital efficiency, women-led startups still receive less than 10% of total venture funding. That’s why Beyond The Billion launched in I…

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Revolutionizing Ocean Data: Scaling Climate Solutions with Allan Adams of Aquatic Labs 54:04

4M ago54:04

54:04

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett interviews Allan Adams, founder and CEO of Aquatic Labs, about revolutionizing ocean measurement technology. Allan shares his journey from theoretical physics professor to climate tech innovator, inspired by the urgent need to protect marine ecosystems. They discuss Aquatic Labs’ inno…

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La French Tech & Beyond: Shaping France’s 25K Startup Boom w/ Fleur Pellerin, Korelya Capital 40:18

4M ago40:18

40:18

From shaping France’s digital transformation as a government minister to leading a €750 million investment fund, Fleur Pellerin is a force to be reckoned with. In this episode, recorded in the heart of Paris, we sit down with Fleur, the founder of Korelya Capital, to explore her extraordinary journey—from her early days as an adopted child from Kor…

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The Billionaire Mindset: Robert Herjavec on Risk, Wealth & Scaling to $1B 18:14

4M ago18:14

18:14

From a small Croatian village to building billion-dollar businesses, Robert Herjavec knows what it takes to turn risk into reward. In this special episode, recorded at Biban 2024 and brought to you by Monsha’at, we dive into Robert’s journey—bootstrapping his first company from his basement, making strategic exits to giants like AT&T and Nokia, and…

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Transforming Cooling Systems for Energy Efficiency and Global Impact with Ross Bonner 45:17

5M ago45:17

45:17

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, host Dylan Garrett sits down with Ross Bonner, CTO and co-founder of Transaera, to discuss innovative solutions for energy-efficient air conditioning. They explore the critical role of cooling in combating climate change, the equity challenges in access to climate technologies, and Transaera’s use of me…

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Best of 2024: Masterclass in Leadership, Innovation, and Resilience 22:55

5M ago22:55

22:55

As we step into 2025, let’s pause to reflect on the lessons that shaped us in 2024. This week on Billion Dollar Moves, we’re bringing you a curated collection of the most impactful insights from our incredible guests over the past year. From overcoming rejection and pioneering in business to purposeful investing, bold leadership, and breaking stere…

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CEO Series: Lisa Su, AMD 22:28

5M ago22:28

22:28

Happy 2025, movers and shakers! We're back for the 2025 season, and let me tell you—this is not just another episode. We’re kicking off the new year and the highly anticipated return of the Billion Dollar CEO Series! You asked for it, and we’re delivering—bigger and better than ever. To launch the series, we’re deconstructing #billiondollarmoves of…

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The Deep Tech Revolution: Solving Climate Change with Five Industry Leaders 55:13

5M ago55:13

55:13

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, recorded on the sidelines of the New York Climate Week, host Dylan Garrett moderates a compelling panel discussion on the role of deep tech in addressing the climate crisis. Joining him are Colin Campbell, SVP of Technology at Cambridge Consultants; Trudy Wang, VP of Innovation at Hala Technologies; Lis…

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What It’s Really Going to Take to Save the Planet: Lessons from 2024 27:46

6M ago27:46

27:46

We can turn the pages of our calendar, but the chapter on climate change is far from over. While 2024 was the hottest year on record, we also witnessed extreme weather events, ringing up a cost of more than $1 billion each. But in the face of all these challenges, it seems that inspiring action still speaks the loudest. In this year-end special of …

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[BITE] Redefining CVC with Intel Capital's $20B Portfolio w/ Nick Washburn, Intel Capital 15:42

6M ago15:42

15:42

This week, we're taking you back into the dynamic world of corporate venture capital with a must-listen conversation featuring Nick Washburn, Senior Managing Director at Intel Capital — one of the most prolific and impactful CVCs, with over $20 billion invested across the tech ecosystem. Why now? Gearing up for 2025 — after the rollercoaster of rec…

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The Future of Energy: Generating Sustainable Natural Gas with Casey Handmer of Terraform Industries Part 2 37:18

6M ago37:18

37:18

In this second part of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan continues his conversation with Casey Handmer, Founder of Terraform Industries. Casey and his team at Terraform are scaling technology to produce cheap natural gas with sunlight and air. Join us as we explore innovative solutions for sustainable energy. If you missed part one of the discussion…

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$150M Revenue & $500M Capital: Transforming Mobility Markets with Financial Inclusion w/ Tingting Peng, Moove 47:56

6M ago47:56

47:56

This week, we sit down with Tingting Peng, the Chief Transformation Officer of Moove, the African-born fintech tackling financial inclusion through innovative mobility solutions. With over $500 million raised in equity and debt financing, and a customer base of 30,000 drivers across global markets, Moove is redefining vehicle ownership and creating…

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[REPLAY] Rise from Failure: Living Your Purpose w/ Suneel Gupta, Best-Selling Author, Everyday Dharma 48:34

6M ago48:34

48:34

As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the lessons learned, the challenges faced, and the habits that have shaped our journey. This week, we are revisiting an episode that dives deep into these themes with Suneel Gupta. Once labeled the "face of failure" in *The New York Times,* Suneel turned his setbacks into powerful le…

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Turning Air, Water, and Sunlight into Natural Gas: Casey Handmer’s Vision for Sustainable Energy Part 1 34:40

6M ago34:40

34:40

Welcome to this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet. In this first of a two-part episode, Dylan chats with Casey Handmer, Founder of Terraform Industries. Casey and his team at Terraform are scaling technology to produce cheap natural gas with sunlight and air. Join us as we explore innovative solutions for sustainable energy. Casey shares how Ter…

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Fishburners’ $2Bn Impact: Building Australia’s Startup Ecosystem w/ Martin Karafilis, Fishburners 37:49

6M ago37:49

37:49

This week we’re diving into the journey of Martin Karafilis, CEO of Fishburners, Australia's largest and longest-standing startup community. Since 2011, Fishburners has supported over 45,000 entrepreneurs and facilitated more than $2 billion in capital raised. In our conversation, Martin shares his insights on Australia's evolving venture landscape…

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Building Impact-Driven Hospitality: Shruti Shibulal On Balancing Profit And Purpose 55:55

7M ago55:55

55:55

Today’s episode of #BillionDollarMoves is truly special—the first-ever brother-sister co-hosted episode on this how! Sarah and Brian sit down with Shruti Shibulal, the visionary CEO of Tamara Leisure Experiences. From her roots in the Infosys legacy to building a trailblazing hospitality brand, Shruti shares her insights on scaling a purpose-driven…

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Fostering a Circular Carbon Economy with Direct Air Capture: Insights from Rob van Straten of Skytree 41:59

7M ago41:59

41:59

"Our approach focuses on creating modular DAC systems that can be deployed where needed most. This decentralization allows for rapid scaling and adaptation to various climates, helping us contribute to the larger goal of CO2 removal much more quickly than traditional, large-scale systems." Rob van Straten, CEO of Skytree. In this episode of Hardwar…

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From Breaking Into Y Combinator to Reshaping A $58Bn Furniture Resale Industry w/ Reham Fagiri, AptDeco 48:01

7M ago48:01

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From Breaking Into Y Combinator to Reshaping A $58Bn Furniture Resale Industry w/ Reham Fagiri, AptDeco In this episode, we’re joined by Reham Fagiri, co-founder and CEO of AptDeco, the trailblazing furniture resale platform that’s transforming a $58 billion industry. What started as Reham’s frustration with selling furniture on Craigslist has grow…

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[REPLAY] Why Serial Entrepreneurs Make Top VCs: Google & Groupon Exits; Ōura & Kickstarter Investments w/ Jyri Engeström 59:29

7M ago59:29

59:29

In this replay episode, we’re thrilled to spotlight Jyri Engeström, a serial entrepreneur whose early ventures led to successful exits to Google and Groupon. Now a General Partner at Yes VC, the fund he co-founded with Caterina Fake of Flickr, Jyri continues to shape the future of startups. He's also investing in bold new ventures alongside Petteri…

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Women, Wealth, & Legacy: Purposeful Investing in AI w/ Jack Selby, Thiel Capital 11:35

7M ago11:35

11:35

In this episode, we're diving into an engaging, power-packed conversation with Jack Selby, an investment leader of "PayPal Mafia" fame. Joining us from Beyond The Billion family office event in Singapore earlier this year, Jack brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective on venture capital and film production alike. Join us as we discuss…

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Sustainable Kitchens: Smart Induction Stoves for Fighting Climate Change with Sam D’Amico 53:30

7M ago53:30

53:30

In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan talks to Sam D’Amico, Founder and CEO of Impulse, Dylan chats with Sam about Impulse’s electric induction stove with built-in battery storage designed to reduce household reliance on the grid. They explore how this innovative stove combines high performance and precise temperature control, bringin…

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“I Built a Multi-Million Dollar Business—and Then Got Fired” w/ Mary Seats ' Mz Skittlez" 46:37

7M ago46:37

46:37

Get ready for a story that redefines resilience. This week, we're sitting down with Mary Seats, aka Mz Skittlez, the unstoppable entrepreneur who transformed a $300 hustle into the multimillion-dollar fashion brand, Cupcake Mafia. Mary's story defies the conventional startup path, and that’s exactly what makes it worth hearing. From building a mult…

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Unicorns, Legacy, and The Billion-Dollar Boom: Inside Australia’s Venture Revolution 1:05:34

8M ago1:05:34

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In this episode, we’re thrilled to bring you an inspiring panel discussion from The Billion Dollar Series by Beyond The Billion, in partnership with Dell Technologies. On this global tour to fuel women-led innovation, we dive into Australia’s rapidly evolving venture landscape with some of the country’s top industry leaders. Featuring Carol Schwart…

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Seabound’s Bold Approach to Carbon Capture in Shipping with Alisha Fredriksson 43:00

8M ago43:00

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“Shipping drives 90% of the world's economy. It's our most efficient way to move things around the world, better than land or air shipping, but it still emits around 3% of global CO2. Because of that, ship owners face growing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from regulations, customers, and shareholders.” Dylan Garrett In this episode of…

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CEO Series: Julia Hartz, Eventbrite 31:23

8M ago31:23

31:23

This CEO leads the world’s largest ticketing platform, powering millions of events globally and driving substantial revenue—$326.1 million in 2023 alone. Julia Hartz, as the co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, she took Eventbrite public, only to face a near-collapse when the pandemic brought in-person events to a sudden halt. Despite the unforeseen c…

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The Power of Influence & The Art of Partnerships w/ Glenda McNeal, American Express 32:40

8M ago32:40

32:40

Last month at INBOUND 2024 in Boston, we took the main stage with Glenda McNeal, Chief Partner Officer at American Express, to explore how partnerships are transforming innovation and driving sustained business growth. In this episode, we dive into how American Express builds and leverages its global strategic partnerships to enhance customer value…

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