What does it take to transition from hosting local events to managing a national venture capital firm? For Justis Mendez and Pablo Casilimas, founders of OneSixOne Ventures, their journey began with such events in Florida,...more
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How integral are networking and community-building to becoming a successful entrepreneur? Pablo Casilimas and Justis Mendez of OneSixOne Ventures join Founder Shares to discuss how they harnessed the power of these strategies...more
“It's finding the founder, and the team, where you get the feeling, you want to quit your job and go work there,” Jason Caplain said. The Bull City Venture’s co-founder’s venture capital legacy isn't just about deals; it's a...more
Have you ever wondered what it takes to navigate the labyrinth of venture capital and emerge as a true industry luminary? Join host Trevor as he takes us into the dynamic world of venture capital with industry titan Jason...more
In the fast-paced world of technology startups, legal expertise is an essential component for success. The ability to navigate complex regulations, protect intellectual property, and structure deals can make the difference...more
Ever wondered what the UK startup scene looks like compared to the US?
Today we welcome Henry Humphreys, the managing partner of Humphreys Law, a London-based law firm specializing in technology, media, and startups. The...more
Tina Tang has made a lot of noise recently in the Triangle (Raleigh / Durham NC) startup community, having secured funding from well-known local investors NC IDEA, the Triangle Tweener Fund, and Primordial. Here's how she did...more
Melissa Katrincic loves gin, and she sought out new brands of the spirit everywhere she went. “Whenever my husband, Lee, and I would travel, we would try new gins and gin cocktails, or we would go and buy gin at the retailer...more
Keith Daniel, co-founder and managing director of Resilient Ventures, says a “no” is just a “yes” not discovered yet. “You have to have that mindset, and gumption, and audacity,” Keith said, “even if you're starting with...more
Keith Daniel and Tom Droege saw a problem in the startup and investment community - Black founders are not on equal ground when trying to build a business. They saw it in their interactions with founders and investors, but...more
As a child, Charlie Banks dreamt of becoming a sports agent. His father was a lawyer, he studied hard and took the Law School Admissions Test and he was ready to apply for school. Then, he got a taste of entrepreneurship and...more
As the managing director of VentureSouth, Charlie Banks has invested over $60 million in over 90 companies. Some of them have been amazing success stories - but he’s seen his share of failures as well. Today, he talks about...more
Elevation Oncology has raised nearly $200M since its launch just two years ago. $200 million! That sounds like an enormous amount of investment capital, but when the company is potentially changing cancer treatment as we know...more
As a startup founder, raising money can feel like an enormous mountain to climb. Many go through dozens or hundreds of pitches before they find the investors that will say yes - and are truly the right fit. And when the deal...more
Aleksander Levental jokes that the first board meeting he ever led was the first board meeting he ever went to. Before co-founding Feathr, Aleks was a researcher in the physics department, a delivery driver and a waiter. So...more
Robbie Hardy spent decades climbing the corporate ladder and being the only woman in the room. When she decided it was time to go out on her own, she sought the legal and business advice of Fred Hutchison, founder of...more