DealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture Capital podcast

DealMakers: Entrepreneur | Startups | Venture Capital

Welcome to the DealMakers show, hosted by Alejandro Cremades. Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and cofounder at Panthera Advisors (M&A and fundraising advisory). On this podcast you will find weekly interviews with entrepreneurs that have been very successful at raising capital or getting their company acquired. You can learn more at https://alejandrocream.wpengine.com

Welcome to the DealMakers show, hosted by Alejandro Cremades. Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and cofounder at Panthera Advisors (M&A and fundraising advisory). On this podcast you will find weekly interviews with entrepreneurs that have been very successful at raising capital or getting their company acquired. You can learn more at https://alejandrocream.wpengine.com

 

#600

Andrew Blackmon On Raising Over $67 Million To Disrupt The Tux And Suit Rental Industry And Now Scal...

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, there are few stories as captivating as that of Andrew Blackmon, the co-founder and CEO of The Black Tux. From humble beginnings in LA to navigating the challenges of building a successful startup, Andrew's journey is one of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination. ... Read more

5 hrs Ago

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5 hrs Ago


#599

Goutham (Gou) Rao On Selling Companies To Citrix, Dell, And Pure For A Few Hundred Million Dollars A...

In the labyrinth of entrepreneurial ventures, where dreams take flight and innovation shapes destinies, few individuals stand as examples of relentless pursuit and unwavering commitment. Goutham (Gou) Rao is one such visionary whose journey from the bustling streets of Brooklyn to the innovation hub of Silicon Valley is a story of resilience, passion, and audacity. ... Read more

Yesterday

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Yesterday


#598

David Schaffer On Taking An Over $1.2 Billion Company Public And Now Building A Stem Cell Therapy Co...

In the world of scientific innovation and entrepreneurship, few names shine as brightly as David Schaffer's. With a track record of launching and nurturing successful companies in the biomedical field, David's journey is not just a story of academic achievement. ... Read more

02 May 2024

33 MINS

33:19

02 May 2024


#597

Armon Petrossian On Raising $81 Million To Make The Data Transformation Process Efficient And Access...

In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where dreams collide with reality, and visionaries transform industries, few narratives resonate as profoundly as that of Armon Petrossian. From his humble beginnings in Portland, Oregon, to the pulsating heart of Silicon Valley, Armon's journey is not just a tale of success but a testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and the pursuit of a bold vision. ... Read more

30 Apr 2024

30 MINS

30:40

30 Apr 2024


#596

Luke Saunders On Raising ~$120 Million To Revolutionize Access To Fresh, Healthy Meals Through A Net...

Meet Luke Saunders, the founder of Farmer's Fridge, whose journey from humble beginnings to transforming the food industry is nothing short of inspiring. In this exclusive interview, Luke talks about scaling his company and the challenges he faced during the COVID to get the company back on track. ... Read more

28 Apr 2024

32 MINS

32:15

28 Apr 2024


#595

Lieza Danan On Raising Millions For Diagnostics And Building An AI Software Company To Streamline Dr...

In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where every success story seems like a triumph against all odds, Lieza Danan's journey stands out as a beacon of resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. From her humble beginnings in the Philippines to scaling the heights of the biotech industry in the United States, Lieza's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to one's vision. ... Read more

27 Apr 2024

28 MINS

28:28

27 Apr 2024


#594

Jorge Myszne On Selling A Company For $400 Million And Building Solutions To Manage Critical Data Se...

Welcome to the captivating narrative of Jorge Myszne, an entrepreneur whose journey traverses continents, technological frontiers, and entrepreneurial landscapes. Buckle up as we embark on an exhilarating ride through the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial voyage. Jorge's latest venture, Kameleon, attracted funding from top-tier investor, Xilinx. ... Read more

26 Apr 2024

29 MINS

29:46

26 Apr 2024


#593

Ricardo Pero On Raising$400 Million To Provide Working Capital To E-Commerce Merchants To Help Them ...

In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, determination, and innovation often emerge as guiding lights for aspiring founders. One such narrative is that of Ricardo Pero, a Brazilian-born entrepreneur who embarked on a transformative journey from the corporate world to building a multimillion-dollar empire in the heart of the United States. ... Read more

25 Apr 2024

30 MINS

30:52

25 Apr 2024


#592

Jemuel Joseph On Raising $70 Million To Automate Home Building For Maximum Cost Efficiency And Value

In the realm of entrepreneurship, there are tales of resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of turning dreams into reality. Jemuel Joseph's journey embodies all these elements and more, from his humble beginnings in Ethiopia to co-founding Cover, a revolutionary company reshaping the future of housing. In an exclusive interview, Jemuel shared insights into his upbringing, the challenges he faced, and the remarkable evolution of Cover. He also talks about the challenges he faced with acquiring funding for his company and the rejections he faced. ... Read more

24 Apr 2024

27 MINS

27:05

24 Apr 2024


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Payam Zamani On Taking A $1.2 Billion Company Public And Now Supporting Startups To Impact The World...

In the annals of entrepreneurship, few stories rival the extraordinary journey of Payam Zamani. Born into adversity in Iran, Payam's path to success was not paved with gold but with resilience, determination, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. ... Read more

23 Apr 2024

34 MINS

34:14

23 Apr 2024


#590

Simon Litsyn On Building A $1 Billion Company To Innovate Fast-Charging Batteries For EVs And Is Now...

In the world of business, there are individuals whose journeys exemplify resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to turning ideas into reality. Simon Litsyn, a seasoned entrepreneur with a background rooted in academia, is one such individual whose story is as inspiring as it is insightful. ... Read more

20 Apr 2024

34 MINS

34:39

20 Apr 2024


#589

Paul Wiltshire On Raising $180 Million To Bridge The Gap Between Music Makers And Music Consumers

In the heart of every great entrepreneur lies a melody of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination. Paul Wiltshire, a visionary hailing from the land down under, has orchestrated an awe-inspiring journey that harmonizes the fields of business and creativity. ... Read more

19 Apr 2024

29 MINS

29:59

19 Apr 2024


#588

Sebastian Kreis On Raising $550 Million To Help SMEs Leverage AI Organize Their Financial Informatio...

Sebastian Kreis has an inspiring story about his experiences building an incredible platform. While many people are talking about using machine learning and AI, Sebastian was one of the trendsetters in the field. ... Read more

18 Apr 2024

33 MINS

33:42

18 Apr 2024


#587

Kris Bliesner On Raising $11.5 Million To Help Companies Manage Their Public Cloud Infrastructure Se...

In the realm of startups, few narratives are as compelling and instructive as Kris Bliesner's journey. With a career from early-stage ventures to navigating hypergrowth and transition periods, Kris offers a wealth of insights into the dynamics of building and scaling businesses. ... Read more

13 Apr 2024

28 MINS

28:34

13 Apr 2024


#586

Joe Bayen On Raising $120 Million To Enable Consumers To Use Their Subscription Payments To Build Cr...

In the pulsating world of entrepreneurship and innovation, every success story is woven with threads of resilience, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of one's dreams. Joe Bayen, the visionary behind Grow Credit, sits down to share his remarkable journey from the bustling streets of Cameroon to the epicenter of technological advancement in Silicon Valley. ... Read more

12 Apr 2024

35 MINS

35:32

12 Apr 2024


#585

Christian Haigh On Managing Close To $3 Billon And Now Building A Modern Wealth Management Platform

Christian Haigh's journey from a disciplined choir school student in Oxford to a leader managing billions in assets is nothing short of inspiring. In a recent interview, Christian shared his insights on discipline, overcoming challenges, the importance of trust, and the vision behind his ventures, Legalist and Compound. ... Read more

08 Apr 2024

31 MINS

31:42

08 Apr 2024


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Philip Inghelbrecht On Taking A $2.5 Billion Company Public And Raising $7 Million To Automate Lost-...

In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, there exist stories that transcend the ordinary, tales of resilience, persistence, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. Such is the narrative woven by Philip Inghelbrecht, a seasoned entrepreneur whose journey from Bruge, the Flemish side of Belgium to the bustling streets of Silicon Valley is nothing short of remarkable. ... Read more

07 Apr 2024

31 MINS

31:24

07 Apr 2024


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Dhimaan Shah On Raising Close to $100 Million To Build The Hamptons Of India

In the bustling streets of Bombay, amidst the vibrant tapestry of culture, finance, and ambition, a dream was born. This dream would eventually transcend borders, continents, and expectations, manifesting into a remarkable tale of entrepreneurship, resilience, and vision. At the heart of this narrative lies Dhimaan Shah, the founder of Isprava, whose journey from the corridors of investment banking in New York City to the serene landscapes of Goa depicts the essence of chasing one's dreams against all odds. ... Read more

06 Apr 2024

31 MINS

31:30

06 Apr 2024


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Steve Tuck On Raising $80 Million To Disrupt Cloud Storage And Computing

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, the journey from inception to success is often marked by unexpected twists and turns. Such is the story of Steve Tuck, whose path from corporate stability to the tumultuous startup landscape is a testament to resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. ... Read more

05 Apr 2024

33 MINS

33:08

05 Apr 2024


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Rupesh Sanghavi On Bootstrapping A $150 Million Company To Nurture eCommerce Brands And Help Them Gr...

Few stories are as remarkable as those of individuals who've carved their path to success against all odds. Today, we have the privilege of unveiling the captivating journey of Rupesh Sanghavi, a bootstrapped founder who defied conventional norms to build a thriving empire from scratch. Rupesh talks in detail about his experiences building a company to over 400 employees on a $150M revenue. He also reveals how he maintained his focus on sustainability and culture when building, scaling, and financing his venture. ... Read more

04 Apr 2024

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29:24

04 Apr 2024