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Welcome to The Wealthing Podcast, where we bring intentional, thought-provoking conversations about venture capital, wealth creation, and progress. Hosted by Alicia Castillo Holley, this podcast challenges the traditional narratives of competition and aggression in investing, instead highlighting visionary founders, investors, and opportunities that align with a "Money First, But Not Money Only" philosophy. Each episode captures the essence of an after-dinner conversation—the kind of discuss ...
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Creating Global Impact Through Language with Katerina Manoffh Ep. 15
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In this inspiring episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Katerina Manoff, the dynamic founder and CEO of ENGin, a nonprofit transforming lives through English language practice and cultural exchange. With over 55,000 volunteer-student matches, ENGin connects Ukrainian learners with English speakers around the w…
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Innovating for Mothers — Tracey MacNeal on Health Equity and MedTech Ep. 14
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Tracey MacNeal, President and CEO of Materna Medical. With a rich background as a chemical engineer, Duke MBA, healthcare entrepreneur, and medtech investor, Tracey brings a wealth of insight into the intersection of innovation and women's health. Tracey shares how…
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Reimagining Comfort with Wearable Tech with Sam Shames of Embr Labs Ep. 13
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Sam Shames, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Embr Labs, a pioneering wearable tech company. From chilly MIT labs to the frontline of menopause care and stress management, Sam shares the origin story of Embr’s innovative wristband—designed to regulate body te…
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The Sky Is Not the Limit with Bruce Pittman Ep. 12
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes Bruce Pittman, Chief Innovation Officer at SpaceBilt and a decades-long veteran of the aerospace industry. With a career spanning NASA, startups, and private sector consulting, Bruce shares insights from his roles at NASA Ames Research Center, Skycorp, and as co-founder …
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Redesigning Ag Work: Connie Bowen on Equity, Innovation, and the Future of Farming Ep. 11
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Connie Bowen, a visionary leader reshaping the future of agriculture and work. Connie is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Farmhand Ventures, an innovative organization dedicated to empowering workers and entrepreneurs in agriculture through venture funding and pra…
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Building a Virtual Medicine Cabinet with Arna Ionescu Stoll Ep. 10
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes Arna Ionescu Stoll, the CEO of Wavely Diagnostics. With a background rooted in human-centered design from IDEO and a passion for healthcare innovation, Arna shares her journey from consultant to startup leader. Her career has been shaped by a desire to not just design me…
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Inventing the Future of Agriculture: A Conversation with Dr. Pam Marrone Ep. 9
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Dr. Pam Marrone is a visionary in sustainable agriculture and a trailblazer in biotech entrepreneurship. With a Ph.D. in entomology and over 400 patents to her name, she has devoted her 30+ year career to developing environmentally friendly biological products for pest management and plant health. Pam is one of only 32 women to found and take a com…
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From Vision to Venture: Ivan Montoya on Building Value Beyond Capital Ep. 8
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, Alicia Castillo Holley sits down with Ivan Montoya, a seasoned venture capitalist and operator who brings a rare blend of insight from both sides of the entrepreneurial table. Ivan is Managing Partner at NextGen Venture Partners, where he helps back early-stage startups with a network-driven approach to VC,…
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Billions, Burnout, and Breaking the Mold: Christina Qi on Redefining Success Ep. 7
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In this compelling episode of the Wealthing Podcast, Alicia Castillo Holley is joined by Christina Qi, a trailblazer in the world of finance whose story reads like a startup thriller. Christina is the CEO of Databento, a company redefining the modern standard for market data, and the former co-founder of Domeyard LP—a high-frequency trading (HFT) h…
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Breaking Barriers: Gender-Smart Investing & Impact with Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes Ep. 6
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In this episode, Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, the Founder and CEO of Aruwa Capital Management, one of the few women-owned and managed growth equity and gender lens funds in Africa. With over 15 years of experience in investment banking and private equity at global institutions like J.P. Morgan, Adesuwa is a trailblazer in …
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Investing in the Future: AI, Fintech, and Venture Capital with Tatijana Janko Ep. 5
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In this episode of the Wealthing Podcast, host Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes venture capitalist Tatijana Janko. Tatijana, originally from Eastern Europe, has built a strong reputation in the investment world, focusing on artificial intelligence, B2B fintech, and early-stage startups. Now based in Los Angeles, she brings over a decade of experienc…
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Designing for Impermanence: Architecture, Grief, and Community at Burning Man with Miguel Arraiz Ep. 4
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Miguel Arraiz is an architect-turned-artist whose work explores the intersection of art, community, and impermanence. Originally trained in traditional architecture, he pivoted his career after the 2009 real estate crisis, embracing large-scale ephemeral art installations through Valencia’s famous fire festival, Las Fallas. His journey eventually l…
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Investing in the Future: Venture Capital, AI, and Legacy with Gayatri Sarkar Ep. 3
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Gayatri Sarkar is the Founder and CEO of Advaita Capital, a growth-stage venture capital firm focused on deep tech and AI. She is also the Founder of She-VC, a media and podcast platform dedicated to highlighting women and diverse investors in the venture space. Recognized as a global leader under 40 for her contributions to promoting diversity in …
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Leadership, Innovation, and Investing in Veterans with Scott Robison Ep. 2
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Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes Scott Robison, a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and former U.S. Army Special Forces officer, to discuss leadership, innovation, and his dedication to supporting veterans. Scott shares his journey from military service, where he spent years evaluating cutting-edge technology for the Department of Defense, to becomin…
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Alicia Castillo Holley welcomes Sarah Dusek, an entrepreneur, investor, and author dedicated to supporting women in business. Sarah is the founder of Few and Far, a venture fund focused on female-led businesses, and Enigma Ventures, which invests in women entrepreneurs across Africa. She is also the author of Thinking Bigger for Women, a book that …
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