Electrifying Growth

"Prioritization and trust in your operators are pivotal for any CEO at a later stage, as they enable you to focus on the strategic tasks that really move the needle for your company." - Dee Choubey

Dee Choubey, CEO and Co-founder of MoneyLion, has an unwavering commitment to leveraging tech for financial empowerment. With over a decade of experience in investment banking and an unwavering commitment to reforming financial decision-making, Dee is the guest on this episode of Electrfying Growth where he brings a wealth of expertise in leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to revolutionize the banking experience.

Dee talks about his journey with host, Chris Sugden from Wall Street to fintech entrepreneur and the challenges of building a business that would ultimately become a public entity amidst a global pandemic. They discuss the transformative impact of technology, specifically AI, in business and how it has propelled MoneyLion to new heights, all without sacrificing the human touch required to be customer-centric.

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Connect with Dee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deechoubey/

More about MoneyLion: https://www.moneylion.com/

In the bustling arena of growth equity and technological innovation, it takes a visionary leader to navigate the tumultuous tides of the govtech market. Enter Steve Raucher, the co-founder and CEO of Rapid Deploy, the trailblazing company reshaping the public safety landscape with its cloud-native software solutions. Steve is this episode's guest on Electrifying Growth with host Chris Sugden.

Steve's background defies convention ranging from trading floor prowess in London to high-stakes motorcycle adventuring and a sobering sabbatical with the National Sea Rescue Institute in South Africa. His journey epitomizes the intersection of enterprise and purpose, revealing that the path to impactful business often weaves through the fabric of personal experience.

They discuss his leadership ethos and the core principles driving Rapid Deploy's ascendancy in the govtech space. Listen in as we dive deep into the heart of entrepreneurial grit, strategic innovation, and the relentless pursuit of a mission-driven capitalist dream.

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Connect with Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenraucher/

More about RepidDeploy: https://rapiddeploy.com/

Julie Moore is the Director of YSC Consulting, a leadership strategy firm that is now part of Accenture. YSC has partnered with 45% of the FTSE 100 and works with private equity firms all over the world. As an executive coach, Julie's role is much like a family therapist for executive teams, helping companies add the value of more effective leadership among their C-suite and senior executive teams.

Host Chris Sudgen, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, spends this episode of Electrifying Growth with Julie. They cover her experience of working in HR and talent management before venturing into the realm of executive coaching and what she has in common with Wendy Rhodes, a fictional character on the hit show Billions. Find out how Julie uses data to complement intuition, implements the psychological aspects of her coaching methodology, and why she sees the post-COVID-19 shift toward a greater focus on culture and leadership as an awakening. Julie advocates the need for peer mentorship among executives and constructing a personal board of directors.

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Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julielindeenmoore/

More about YSC: https://www.ysc.com

Michael Weisz is the CEO and Co-Founder of Yieldstreet, a groundbreaking private market investing platform. The platform has over 450,000 members and a staggering $4B+ invested as October of last year. Michael is not only at the helm of this financial powerhouse, but is also the driving force behind its meteoric rise.

On this episode of Electrifying Growth, Michael sits down with host Chris Sudgen, Managing Partner at Edison Partners to discuss his journey to Yieldstreet, and the challenges of navigating a company in a volatile economic landscape. Discover the strategic moves behind Yieldstreet's success, including raising capital, the acquisition of Cadre, and transitioning into a powerful tech and fintech entity. Get Michael's personal perspective on leadership, communication, and the importance of focusing on what you can control, especially during unprecedented times like the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-weisz-7845626/

More about Yieldstreet: https://www.yieldstreet.com/

Megan Glover is the Co-Founder and CEO at 120Water where, under her leadership, the company has thrived in delivering innovative technologies and comprehensive programs that streamline water testing processes, maintain water quality, and more. Megan's commitment has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of 120Water, driving it to the forefront of the industry.

In this episode, Megan talks to host Chris Sudgen about how they are approaching growth. She touches on managing software and products based on their own metrics and evaluation, how outsourcing the implementation of data services is a strategic move for any company, and the importance of doing good to attract customers but also recognizing the need to build a sustainable and scalable business model.

Connect with Megan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megancglover/

Dave Baxter is the CEO of Solutions by Text (SBT), which provides customer engagement solutions through its text messaging platform. Dave is dedicated to finding innovative communication solutions and under his leadership, SBT has gained recognition for its commitment to unlocking the power of text messaging.

In this episode, Dave talks with host, Edison Partner's Chris Sugden about how SBT's internal culture of being allies and pioneers in pursuit of excellence has fostered Dave's evolution into a better leader. As a first-time CEO, Dave had to navigate the solitude of leadership, the weight of decision-making, and mastering the art of board management. Throughout his journey, mentorship and coaching from valued relationships played pivotal roles. Dave shares the lessons learned when leading a small company to achieve outsized success, having candid conversations both in the boardroom and on the golf course, and embracing the power of text messaging to drive growth against the odds.

Connect with Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-baxter-054b6b6/

Jack Hooper is the Founder & CEO of Take Command Health which provides small businesses and individuals with health insurance solutions through its platform. Jack is dedicated to finding innovative solutions to the insurance challenges in the healthcare industry and under his leadership, Take Command Health has gained recognition for its commitment to empowering consumers to navigate the complex healthcare landscape effectively.

In this episode, Jack talks with host Chris Sudgen about the healthcare industry and how it's heavily skewed towards benefiting doctors and hospitals rather than the individual. Jack also discusses the importance of moving healthcare decision-making and financial responsibility to the individual level,how Take Command Health is transforming the health insurance industry, and why you should take ownership of your own career planning as an entrepreneur.

Connect with Jack on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackhooper/

Mark Brosso is the Founder & CEO of PurpleLab, LLC, a healthtech company focused on driving decisive action based on precise insights from real-world data. With a deep passion for innovation and a track record of success, Mark leads PurpleLab with strategic foresight and unwavering determination. His expertise spans from groundbreaking product development to effective business strategies, allowing PurpleLab to thrive at the forefront of its industry.

In this episode of Electrifying Growth, Mark shares his inspiring story as becoming an entrepreneur, why companies now need to prove their business models can scale, the power and potential of healthcare data, and the importance of self-reflection, adaptability, and understanding different roles within a company.

A. J. Loiacono is a visionary CEO of Capital RX, a company that has revolutionized the management and administration of prescription benefit plans in the healthcare industry. With a background in software development related to the pharmacy supply chain, A. J. has utilized his expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to create innovative solutions aimed at making healthcare more affordable and accessible. With a focus on data technology and real-time pricing, A. J. has pioneered a transparent prescription benefits platform that has exceeded expectations and garnered both financial and cultural success.

In this episode, A. J. shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, the challenges he's faced, and the groundbreaking solutions he's brought to the healthcare industry. We'll explore his experiences with mentors, his drive to end the current state of healthcare, and his mission to make it more affordable and accessible for all. In addition, A. J. takes us behind the scenes of Capital RX while emphasizing the importance of empathy in the workplace, balancing tough decisions with care for colleagues and the overall company culture.

Steve Cornwell is the visionary CEO at Northpass. With a wealth of experience in the technology and e-learning industries, Steve has been at the forefront of driving innovation and transformation through scaling customer training and education. As the head of Northpass, a leading learning management system platform, Steve has been instrumental in revolutionizing the way organizations train and develop their employees, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve remarkable results.

In this episode, Steve shares Northpass's journey to success and growth, including their decision to take outside funding and the benefits and drawbacks of such a decision. He shares insights into the changes and focus shifts Northpass made to drive growth and attract partners like Gainsight, he delves into the origin story of Northpass, highlighting the problem it aimed to solve in customer training and its evolution into a recognized leader in digital customer education, as well as the importance of company culture, hiring the right people, and building a desirable work environment. In addition, Steve shares the challenges faced as a first-time founder, including recruiting employees and acquiring customers, and more.