614Startups

By 614Startups

614Startups is the fastest growing community of startup founders and investors in Columbus, Ohio. We use media and educational events to connect startup founders with the investors and resources they ... more

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The podcast currently has 159 episodes available.

614Startups episodes:

November 01, 2023 Personal Finances, A Key to Startup Success with Arthi Rathi, Book + Street
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the 614Startups Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of startups and entrepreneurship. On this episode, Elio is joined by Arthi Rathi, an accomplished CFO at Book+Street, to uncover the often-overlooked connection between founder personal finances and startup success.
Discover the invaluable insights and expert advice Arthi brings to the table as we discuss how a founder's financial health can significantly impact their venture's journey. We'll explore the critical role personal financial stability plays in securing funding, making strategic decisions, and fostering a resilient entrepreneurial spirit.
Join us in this engaging conversation as we tackle questions like: How do a founder's personal finances influence their startup's growth and sustainability? What are the key financial considerations for aspiring entrepreneurs before embarking on their startup journey? Insights on managing personal finances while bootstrapping a new venture. The interplay between personal and business finances and the importance of separation. Arthi Rathi's wealth of experience in financial management and her role at Book+Street make her the perfect guide for this episode, shedding light on the financial aspects often left in the shadows of entrepreneurial discussions.
Tune in now for this worthwhile discussion and gain a newfound understanding of how your financial health as a founder can make or break your startup's success. Don't miss out on this episode of The Link Between Startup Success and Founder Personal Finances with Arthi Rathi, CFO of Book+Street
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49min
October 25, 2023 Claiming Your Business Tax Credits with Terracina Maxwell, Arvo Tech
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the 614Startups Podcast! In this insightful discussion, we have the privilege of diving deep into the world of business tax credits with an absolute expert in the field, Terracina Maxwell. As the President and Co-Founder of Arvo Tech, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that can truly revolutionize the way you approach your organization's financial health.
Whether you're a small business owner navigating the intricacies of tax credits or part of a large corporation seeking to optimize your financial strategies, this episode is bound to be a game-changer. Terracina shares her extensive insights while debunking common misconceptions and providing practical tips for businesses to unlock the full potential of their tax credits. By the end of this conversation, you'll be armed with the knowledge to save money and enhance your bottom line.
So get ready to explore the secrets of claiming your business tax credits and take your financial wellbeing to new heights!
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45min
September 13, 2023 The Business of Art with Kristen Brown, Rela
On this episode, Elio interviews Kristen Brown, Founder of Rela. Rela is an art subscription service collaborating with local artists to make any space a local art gallery, empowering anyone to host original art in their home or office. Kristen shares Rela's origin story, the role that art should play in our lives, and how Rela intends to end the starving artist trope by generating revenue for local artists on artwork that would otherwise languish in storage.
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36min
August 16, 2023 Protect your sleep with Dr. Asim Roy and Rob Kibler, Dianyx Innovations
On this episode of 614Startups, Elio Harmon interviews Asim Roy and Rob Kibler from Dianyx Innovations. Dianyx is innovating in the sleep medicine field, focusing on sleep apnea treatment. They discuss the challenges of sleep apnea, the limitations of current treatments like CPAP and surgery, and how Dianyx's technology aims to revolutionize the oral appliance therapy market. The conversation covers topics like remote patient monitoring, revenue strategies, and the importance of partnerships. The team also talks about their seed-stage fundraising journey and the milestones they're targeting for the next year. The episode showcases the importance of having diverse expertise in a startup team and emphasizes the significance of protecting intellectual property.
Tune in now to learn from one of the best in the business!
Learn more about Asim Roy : linkedin.com/in/asim-roy-5717685
Learn more about Rob Kibler :linkedin.com/in/robkibler614
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
Learn more about Dianyx: https://www.dianyxinnovations.com/

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35min
June 28, 2023 Built in Ohio with Chris Berry, OhioX
On this episode, Elio interviews Chris Berry, President/CEO of OhioX. Chris Berry highlights the importance of collaboration and creating a supportive ecosystem for the growth of the tech sector in Ohio. Chris shares the mission and purpose of OhioX and how they leverage storytelling, events, education, advocacy, and talent attraction to advance Ohio's technology and digital industry. He explains the organization's goals and initiatives in promoting and supporting tech and innovation within the state. Chris shares his personal experiences and the insight he gained from working in government that motivated him to create an organization fostering tech growth in Ohio. With major investments from Intel, Meta, Honda, Google, and now Amazon Web Services, the world according to Chris will surely be Built In Ohio.

Tune in to the podcast episode to gain valuable insights from Chris Berry about connecting and supporting Ohio's tech and innovation communities.

Learn more about OhioX: https://www.ohiox.org/
Learn more about Chris Berry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-berry-073aa75/
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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48min
June 14, 2023 Never Legally Lacking with Demetrius Robinson, KJK
On this episode of 614 Startups, we are joined by Demetrius Robinson, a Tax Partner at Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP. (KJK) Demetrius shares his extensive knowledge and experience in selecting a brand name, equity, startup laws, tax laws, and forming an LLC. He emphasizes the importance of selecting a strong and unique brand name that resonates with your target audience. He also discusses the various types of equity and how to structure your startup for success. Demetrius provides valuable insights into startup laws and tax laws that every founder should be aware of. He breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of forming an LLC and how it can impact your business.
Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your startup to the next level, this episode offers practical advice and actionable tips for navigating the complex world of entrepreneurship. Tune in now to learn from one of the best in the business!Learn more about KJK: https://kjk.com/
Learn more about Demetrius Robinson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demetrius-robinson-biztaxattorney/
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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57min
June 07, 2023 From Unknown to Iconic with Neil Wengerd, Nonfiction
Do you have a brand? On this episode Elio interviews Neil Wengerd, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Nonfiction. Neil explores what a brand is, how all the components of a brand work together, and the advantages of building a brand in a crowded marketplace. Listen, like, subscribe and share.
Learn more about Nonfiction: https://madebynonfiction.com/
Learn more about Neil Wengerd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-wengerd-895191b/
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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50min
May 24, 2023 Getting Work Done with Ira Sharfin, Continental Office
On this episode, Elio interviews Ira Sharfin, CEO of Continental Office. Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in the Berwick neighborhood of Columbus, exhibited entrepreneurial tendencies by selling candy, lawn care and painting services to neighbors. He pursued higher education but admittedly leaned into the party scene and had to create his own job opportunities. Rising through the ranks and eventually exiting the corporate world as a Partner at IBM, Ira acquired Continental Office in 2005 and has built the company into one of the leading providers of creative office solutions in the U.S.
Ira discusses how his grandfather inspired him to become an entrepreneur, how the pandemic change the world of work and what it takes to thrive as a leader in the workplace of tomorrow.
Learn more about Continental Office: https://www.continentaloffice.com/
Learn more about Ira Sharfin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irasharfin/
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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43min
May 10, 2023 Gateway in Style, Carrington Carter, Getaway Society,
On this episode, Elio interviews Carrington Carter, Co-Founder of Getaway Society, East Chop Capital and McKinley Carter Enterprises. Getaway Society is a luxury vacation rental home company with properties in Martha’s Vineyard, Hilton Head, the Poconos, Gatlinburg, and Orlando. Carrington discusses how reading Rich Dad Poor Dad and his Dad's experience of racism in Corporate America inspired him to become an entrepreneur. He began his entrepreneurial journey by starting McKinley Carter, a real estate investment and property management company that now has over $20M in assets under management. With the support of his network of over 100 LPs, Carrington and his Co-Founder Calvin Butts Jr. raised $15 million in private equity to invest in the $114 billion global vacation rental home market. The fund also plans to support companies in technology, financial services, media, and sports. Carrington delves into the vacation rental market, the struggles of raising funding while black, and how he is managing his own bias when it comes to investing. This and more on another edition of the 614Startups podcast. Learn more about Getaway Society: https://getawaysociety.com/
Learn more about East Chop Capital: https://eastchopcapital.com/
Learn more about Carrington Carter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carringtonmcarter/
Learn more about Carrington Carter Instagram: @carringtonmcarter
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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44min
May 03, 2023 It Was All A Dream, Taylor Keene, and Karima Crawford, GENESIS Downtown
On this episode, Elio interviews Taylor Keene and Karima Crawford of GENESIS Downtown. GENESIS Downtown is Columbus’ newest wedding & special events venue offering 2,700 square feet of flexible space. Taylor and Karima discuss how they met and became business partners, how the post-COVID rebound of the hospitality industry is creating growth opportunities for event venues, the innovation that will help them capture market share, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship that almost took them out. Learn more about GENESIS Downtown: https://www.genesis-downtown.com/
Learn more about Taylor Keene on IG: @taylorparie
Learn more about Karima Crawford on IG: @karimaofthecrop
Learn more about 614Startups: https://614startups.com/
Learn more about Elio Harmon: linkedin.com/in/elio-harmon-ba4a8747/
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48min

FAQs about 614Startups:

How many episodes does 614Startups have?

The podcast currently has 159 episodes available.