Best GALE Partners Podcasts (2025)

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E24 - Why do I feel guilty about relaxing? 13:13

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In this episode we're exploring the strange phenomenon of feeling a sense of guilt, or a compulsion to do something, even when all common sense and our feelings are telling us we need to relax. There's a mix of cultural norms as well as ADHD traits at play here, which can make it even tougher to finally allow oneself to recharge. In this episode: H…

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E23 - How does ADHD relate to my perfectionism? 11:44

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In this episode we tackle something many ADHD people struggle with which is that hiding-to-nothing, perfectionism. I wondered my whole life where my perfectionism came from and it was until I received my diagnosis that I started to understand a bit more. I mention Stephen Guise's book How to Be an Imperfectionist -- you can find it on Amazon. In th…

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E22 - Why do I feel like apologising all the time? 7:55

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A lifelong struggle I've had is that I have a compulsion to apologise all the time for myself. It's almost like I have to apologise pre-emptively just for being odd or weird or something, and I've come to see the role that ADHD has played in this trait since my diagnosis. In this episode I dig into what I've discovered about this frustrating aspect…

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E21 - How easy is it to tell work about your ADHD? 9:46

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In one of the more raw and personal episodes, we're talking about the ongoing challenge of feeling comfortable speaking up about your traits to your work colleagues in order to relieve some of your stress and anxiety. Even when you've been very open about your diagnosis, this can still be very difficult at times. In this episode: Why even being ope…

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E20 - Why are my traits getting more obvious? 9:11

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In this episode, we're talking about the strange phenomenon wherein you discover that your traits are becoming more pronounced after your ADHD diagnosis than they were before, and seem to be taking more managing. There's a couple of things going on here which we'll unpack. In this episode: The role that confirmation bias plays. Understanding what s…

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E19 - What one thing would you tell someone about ADHD? 6:47

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We're going back to basics in this episode with what I think is the fundamental thing to understand about ADHD and people with ADHD. When people ask about it, it's easy to get lost in the morass of traits, diagnosis, presentations and so on, but I think what I've come up with here is the solid underpinning to them all, and something that plays its …

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E18 - How can I be mindful of my non-ADHD partner? 9:49

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In today's episode we're going to be talking a bit about how we can be considerate of our spouse or partner upon diagnosis of ADHD, because it's very easy to get caught up in your own experience without thinking of what it's like for the person you spend your life with to digest. In this episode: Being mindful of becoming an "ADHD bore." Understand…

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E17 - Where have you been? 8:04

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After a bit of a break I'm back! First things first, I'm answering the question of where I've been the past few months, which actually I hope will provide some insight into how the ADHD mind works on a very applied level. In this episode: How enthusiasm in hyperfocus and lack of emotional regulation turns to pressure. How rejection sensitive dyspho…

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E16 - How can I manage my time better with ADHD? 9:59

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In this episode, we're talking about the practical challenges of managing time and schedules with ADHD. The core traits of ADHD—difficulty focusing, an overactive mind, and diverging thoughts—make time management a significant hurdle. I've always prided myself on being punctual, but it has come at the cost of hyper-vigilance and constant anxiety. T…

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E15 - What's ADHD like on a day to day basis? 11:55

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After a brief hiatus to recharge my batteries (albeit I'm a bit husky, apologies), I'm back and excited to chat with you again, this time to explore the day-to-day challenges of living with ADHD traits. These might seem minor on the surface, but they significantly impact daily life and require continuous, and often tiring, effort to manage. In this…

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E14 - Why does ADHD make me love music so much? 12:38

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This week, we're diving into a topic I’ve been eager to share—music. In this episode, I reflect on how ADHD has shaped my musical tastes and experiences, and explore the deep emotional and technical connections that make music so powerful for me. In this episode: How "edgy" music provides a buzz of adrenalin without getting into trouble. Why house …

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E13 - What's the corporate world like with ADHD? 12:41

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I've always worked in large corporations and in this episode we go into what it's like to be an ADHD person in big companies trying to find niches that fit your unusual blend of traits and make a career. In this episode: The significance of creativity and curiosity in niche roles within tech companies. The challenges of balancing technical expertis…

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E12 - How does ADHD affect friendships? 16:00

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In this episode we're talking about the nuances of friendships through the lens of ADHD traits, and exploring how they influence our behaviour particularly when making new friends. From the exhilarating rush of connection to the relentless fear of rejection, my ADHD traits have shaped the ebb and flow of my friendships, revealing both challenges an…

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E11 - How have my ADHD traits affected my career? 11:51

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This time we're looking into the intriguing question of how individuals with ADHD can excel in their careers when many people assume that the traits mean success isn't possible. I'll explore the interplay between ADHD traits and my professional career, from childhood inspirations to navigating workplace dynamics. In this episode: How patterns in sc…

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E10 - How do you explain ADHD to a neurotypical person? 9:35

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This time we're having what will probably be the first of a few bites at the challenge of explaining ADHD to neurotypical people. We're talking about strategies for navigating conversations about ADHD, including the use of metaphors to illustrate some of our traits and experiences. In the episode, we make reference to the excellent ADHD 2.0 book an…

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E9 - Is the media coverage of ADHD helpful? 9:41

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This time we're going have a crack at the influence of media coverage on life as an individual with ADHD. It's a heady cocktail of how the media affects the understanding, skepticism, and societal commentary surrounding ADHD and what the implications are of that on our day to day lives. In this episode: The relationship between media coverage and p…

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E8 - How can CBT help with ADHD? 11:52

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I was sceptical about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) until I experienced it post-diagnosis. In this episode we talk about using CBT to challenge unhelpful beliefs and defuse stress triggers. I also tell you how I've found that my ADHD traits have, I think, made CBT particularly effective. In this episode: How CBT has helped me manage ADHD-rela…

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E7 - Where do I end and ADHD take over? 11:43

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This time we're tackling one of your questions where we explore how diagnosis can evoke feelings of displacement and the struggle to maintain a sense of self amidst newfound labels. I'm offering a couple of reframing perspectives based on what I've learned to see if that helps the thought process. In this episode: The complexities of identity post-…

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E6 - What shouldn't you say to an ADHD person? 12:34

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Not all reactions faced by individuals with ADHD post-diagnosis are helpful. From well-intentioned dismissals to misguided comparisons, in this episode I'll offer some advice based on what I've experienced to help navigate the delicate balance of understanding and empathy when talking to people like me. In this episode: Suddently appreciating the n…

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E5 - How do other people react to your diagnosis? 12:01

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This time I'm going a bit deeper into the reactions of other people to my ADHD diagnosis, and the response to my being open about it both in person and on social media. Relationships old and new were impacted in ways I hadn't anticipated, and I found myself adding neurodiversity ambassador to my new identity. In this episode: Unveiling the immediat…

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E4 - How do you deal with realising you're an ADHD person? 9:45

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Confirming my ADHD diagnosis was a pivotal moment, and the real adventure started to unfolding the aftermath, navigating the complexities of understanding and accepting this newfound knowledge. We'll talk about about how I began my journey of self-discovery and quest to promote ADHD-awareness. In this episode: Addressing the emotional challenge of …

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E3 - What's it like to be diagnosed? 9:20

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Picture this: I'm sitting on a web conference, hands shaking, as the moment of truth arrives. The diagnosis is about to be revealed, and the psychiatrist causes me to reframe my life in a way that suddenly makes sense. In this episode we condense the build up and the three-hour session, with all its twists and turns. In this episode: The mix of emo…

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E2 - How can I find out for sure if I have ADHD? 10:40

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Exploring ADHD sparked my curiosity, and as I recognised many familiar traits, I embarked on the journey of obtaining a formal diagnosis. In this episode we talk about the mix of emotions and hurdles navigating the path to understanding and managing adult ADHD. In this episode: Navigating the complex world of ADHD diagnosis, exploring NHS wait time…

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E1 - It couldn't be ADHD - could it? 13:29

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Embarking on my ADHD journey, let's rewind to the very start before formal diagnosis was even on my radar - when the lightbulb moment struck, and I realised ADHD was woven into my life more than I ever knew. In this episode: How ADHD can come to your attention by accident. Realisation that ADHD extends beyond stereotypes of hyperactive children. Ho…

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Fostering Authentic Connection in an Over-Networked Society, Building an Extraordinary Life, and Striving to Be the Best, with Pejman Nozad of Pear VC 36:05

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Pejman Nozad (@pejmannozad), the Co-Founder and Founding Managing Partner of Pear VC, a firm specializing in seed stage investments that partners with founders at the earliest stages to turn great ideas into category-defining companies. Over the past two decades, he has been a seed investor in some of the…

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The VITALIZE Podcast Presents: Off Topic, with Andrew Gazdecki and Gale Wilkinson Discussing Twitter Trends, AI as the Next Frontier, and Predictions for 2023 47:17

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The VITALIZE Podcast presents: Off Topic, a special series where we dig into a variety of topics, trends, and current events in the startup ecosystem. In this inaugural episode of Off Topic, Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Gale Wilkinson (@galeforceVC) and Andrew Gazdecki (@agazdecki). Gale is the Founder and Managing Partner at VITALIZ…

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Narrowing the Wellness Gap, the Power of Thoughtful Brand Building, and the Uncharted Territory of Modern Connection, with Lisa Blau and Amanda Eilian of Able Partners 28:59

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Lisa Blau and Amanda Eilian, Founding Partners of Able Partners (@ablepartnersnyc), a health & wellness investment fund focused on supporting visionary, early stage brands in positive living. They aim to support entrepreneurs that are helping to make the daily lives of consumers healthier, happier and mor…

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Community-Powered Venture Capital, Expanding with Intentionality, and Distinguishing Good from Great, with Jenny Fielding of The Fund 42:40

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Jenny Fielding (@jefielding), General Partner at The Fund, a first-of-its-kind venture fund fueled by a community of brilliant founders & operators. The Fund invests in mission-driven, technology-enabled companies at the earliest stages. They are a generalist fund with a focus on the basic stuff we need t…

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Deep Dive: How Gale Wilkinson Conducts Founder Calls 33:36

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In this episode, Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks again with Gale Wilkinson (@galeforceVC), Founder and Managing Partner at VITALIZE, a seed-stage venture fund and angel community investing in The Work Revolution. In this round with Gale, we dig into how she conducts initial founder calls for VITALIZE. Previously, Gale founded IrishAngels, on…

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Lessons for Emerging Managers and How to Evaluate Founder Passion, with Richard Kerby of Equal Ventures 27:35

3y ago27:35

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Richard Kerby (@kerby), Co-Founder and General Partner at Equal Ventures, a seed stage focused fund backing the founders and businesses transforming society and industry. Prior to Equal Ventures, Richard was an investor at Venrock, where he led seed stage and Series A stage investments in 6Sense, Amino Ap…

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The Real Impact of Augmented Reality and the Metaverse on the Future of Work, Learning, and the World, with Enklu Founder Ray Kallmeyer 26:19

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Ray Kallmeyer, CEO and Founder of Enklu (@ExperienceEnklu). After a decades-long career in the AAA video games industry, Ray founded Enklu in 2016 and built and deployed the first wave of spatial apps in augmented reality for the Microsoft HoloLens globally. He now helps enterprises accelerate their spati…

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Growing Organically via Twitter, Building Remote-First Company Culture, and Taking on Legacy Brands, with Vowel’s CEO and Co-Founder Andrew Berman 42:31

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Andrew Berman (@berman66), Co-Founder and CEO of Vowel, the world's first complete meeting solution designed to make every meeting more inclusive and worthwhile – before, during, and after. Vowel is a collaboration platform that makes meetings searchable, shareable centers of knowledge for your business. …

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How to Build Resilient Companies, Supporting Mental Health to Prevent Founder Flight, and Running a Concentrated Portfolio, with Matt Cohen of Ripple Ventures 29:29

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Matt Cohen (@mattybcohen), Founder and Managing Partner at Ripple Ventures, an early-stage venture fund seeking investments in B2B SaaS Startups in various industries ripe for disruption with a focus on workflow automation and data & analytics platforms. As serial entrepreneurs, they are actively involved…

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Building True Community in Venture, the Power of Authentic Expression, and How to Handle Difficult Conversations, with Brandon Brooks of Overlooked Ventures 27:52

3y ago27:52

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Brandon Brooks (@OfficialBBrooks), tech entrepreneur, founder & founding partner at Overlooked Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on transparently supporting and investing in early-stage tech and tech-enabled startups with one or more historically ignored founder that are building for humanity, well…

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Pricing for Value Unlock, Amplifying Human Connection through Video, and the Leap from Professional Ballerina to Tech CEO, with Rachel Cossar of Virtual Sapiens 34:14

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Rachel Cossar (@rachelonpointe), Co-Founder and CEO of Virtual Sapiens, a machine learning SaaS platform leveraging AI to help client-facing professionals measurably improve their comfort and confidence in order to master communication skills over video. Like a virtual coach, Virtual Sapiens leverages exp…

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Propelling Founders to Success, Gen Z’s Impact on the Future of Work, and Being a Lifelong Learner, with Anna Barber of M13 46:06

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Anna Barber (@annawbarber), partner at M13, a venture firm accelerating businesses in the future of consumer behavior with four pillars: Health, Money, Work and Commerce. M13 is building a team of industry-leading operating executives to help founders make better decisions and win in their category. They …

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VITALIZE Throwback: Mastering G2M, Eliminating Marketplace Friction, and Unlocking Economic Opportunity for Moms, with Allison Robinson of The Mom Project 51:22

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This is a special episode pulled from the VITALIZE vault—back when The VITALIZE Podcast was Talking Venture! Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Allison Robinson (@mrsrobinson_a), CEO and Founder of The Mom Project, a VITALIZE portfolio company. The Mom Project is a digital talent marketplace and community that connects professionally accom…

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Authentic and Engaging VC Marketing, Transitioning from Angel Investor to Fund Manager, and Avoiding Common Failure Patterns, with Dan Kimerling of Deciens Capital 40:35

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Dan Kimerling (@dkimerling), Founder and Managing Partner of Deciens Capital, a venture capital firm that supports early-stage founders building the next generation of enduring companies in financial services. Deciens Capital exclusively focuses on financial technology investments with interests in paymen…

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Democratizing and Diversifying the VC Industry and the Impact of VC Policymaking Trends on the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, with Bobby Franklin of NVCA 36:05

3y ago36:05

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Bobby Franklin, the President and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association (@nvca) and Board Chair of Venture Forward. Since 2013, Bobby Franklin has led the venture community’s preeminent trade association focused on empowering the next generation of transformative American companies. As president…

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Cold Outreach Done Right, Turning Accelerator Rejections into Offers, Defining North Star Metrics, and the Dark Art of Pricing, with Patrick Utz of Abstract 34:51

3y ago34:51

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Patrick Utz (@PatrickUtz), Co-Founder & CEO of Abstract, the premier platform and database for working with California state & local legislation that’s bringing lobbying and advocacy into a new era by increasing government transparency. Abstract streamlines how you research and track bills, organize notes…

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Taking on Amazon by Changing Consumer Behavior, the Evolution of Customer Acquisition, and How to Vet Investors, with Zach Hudson of Deft 29:48

3y ago29:48

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Zach Hudson (@nosduhz), co-founder of Deft, an ad-free, SEO-free search engine for e-commerce. A VITALIZE portfolio company, they are building the future of e-commerce search by enabling its users to find, research, and buy products all in one place. Zach has 7+ years of experience in e-commerce and gamin…

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Doubling Fund I to Raise a $203M Fund II, What Makes a Stellar Founder, and Why a Market Downturn is a Great Time to Invest in Startups, with Marlon Nichols of MaC Venture Capital 20:18

3y ago20:18

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Marlon Nichols (@MarlonCNichols), the founding managing partner at MaC Venture Capital, a seed-stage venture capital firm that invests in visionary founders building the future that the world wants to see, and helping entrepreneurs bring the future into focus to find their breakthrough moment. MaC Venture…

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Evaluating Never-Ending Innovation in Enterprise Stacks and Raising Three Funds as a Solo Female GP, with Shruti Gandhi of Array Ventures 37:32

3y ago37:32

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Shruti Gandhi (@atShruti), founder and General Partner of Array Ventures, a venture capital firm that focuses on solving impactful problems in the world leveraging revolutionary technology. Often that means category-leading startups that take advantage of data, analytics, workflows, and new platforms to c…

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Clicking as Co-Founders, From Bad Idea to Goldmine, and Becoming Market Leaders in EV Charging, with Peter Barba and Zygi Zabieta of Lectrium 41:50

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Peter Barba (@pbarba_22) and Zygimantas (Zygi) Zabieta (@zzabieta), Co-Founders of Lectrium, a full-service platform for EV home charging on a mission to make every home EV-ready. They make the home charging installation process easy through their network of EVITP certified electricians. At Lectrium, they…

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Disrupting and Democratizing Venture Capital, an Inside Look at SEC Regulations, and How to Survive Fundraising, with Jesse Randall of Sweater Ventures 50:31

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Jesse Randall (@SweaterCEO), CEO and Co-Founder of Sweater Ventures, a VC fund that pools money from millions of regular people and invests it into emerging technology and product companies poised for growth—companies you’ll see in your daily life or at work. At Sweater Ventures, they believe that every f…

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The FOODS Founder Evaluation Framework, Post-Investment Support, and Protecting Your Time, with Shayna Harris and Noramay Cadena of Supply Change Capital 43:25

3y ago43:25

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Shayna Harris (@mamashayna) and Noramay Cadena (@noramayc), co-founders and managing partners at Supply Change Capital, a VC firm that believes in a future of food that is sustainability-mindful, supply chain efficient, better for you, and culture rich. They invest at the intersection of food, culture, an…

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Raising a $50M Fund to Elevate Diverse Founders, Impactful Fund Differentiation, and Co-Founder Value Alignment, with Kelly Graziadei and Joanna Lee Shevelenko of f7 Ventures 42:03

3y ago42:03

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Kelly Graziadei (@kkgraz) and Joanna Lee Shevelenko, the founders and General Partners of f7 Ventures (@F7Ventures), a seed investment fund comprised of seven senior female operators who met at Facebook. With expertise in product, engineering, sales, marketing, partnerships, HR, and operations, they inves…

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The Path to Executive Coaching, Getting Unstuck, and Improving Team Communication, with Amy Wong of Always on Purpose 39:17

3y ago39:17

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Amy Eliza Wong (@amyelizawong), the founder of Always On Purpose®. She is an executive leadership coach, author, speaker, and facilitator working with organizations such as Airbnb, Salesforce, Roku, LinkedIn, Facebook, and more. Amy offers transformative leadership development and cutting-edge communicati…

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Amplifying Underrepresented Voices, Raising a $52M Fund, and Being a Solo Latina GP in the Midwest, with Samara Hernandez of Chingona Ventures 42:53

3y ago42:53

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Justin Gordon (justingordon212) talks with Samara Hernandez (@SamaraMHernandz), the Founding Partner at Chingona Ventures, an institutionally-backed pre-seed stage fund investing in the next generation of badass founders building technology and technology-enabled companies all over the U.S. In May 2022, Chingona Ventures announced the close of thei…

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Raising a $25M Fund, Implementing a Narrow Investment Thesis, and Hawke Ventures’ Unique Portfolio Construction Strategy, with Drew Leahy 37:11

3y ago37:11

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Justin Gordon (@justingordon212) talks with Drew Leahy, Managing Partner at Hawke Ventures (@hawkeventures), an early stage consumer and B2B marketing technology fund. He is also the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Hawke Media. Prior to Hawke, Leahy was Chief Marketing Officer and co-founder of SnapSuits.com, a tech-forward men’s fashion e-retailer wi…