Tune in to this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we explore the innovative world of agricultural drones with Arthur Erickson, founder and CEO of Hylio. Discover how a fascination with drones turned into a business that's transforming agriculture through technology. Key highlights include:

Origins and Evolution: Journey through Hylio's transition from a small startup experimenting with drones to becoming a leader in agricultural drone technology.

Agricultural Impact: Understand how Hylio's drones are making farming more efficient and sustainable by optimizing the delivery of agricultural inputs.

Future Visions: Hear about Hylio's plans for expansion and how they continue to innovate within the agricultural sector.

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we dive into the fascinating journey of Shannon Edgar, founder and CEO of Stormalong Cider. Discover how a spontaneous move led to the birth of a unique cider brand that respects tradition while innovating for today's market. Key highlights include:

Unexpected Beginnings: Learn how Shannon transitioned from the music industry to founding a cider company after moving to an orchard.

Crafting Unique Ciders: Explore Stormalong's commitment to using rare apple varieties and whole ingredients to create distinctive ciders.

Future Aspirations: Hear about Stormalong's plans for expansion and new product lines, including a non-alcoholic option.

Don't miss this insightful discussion on building a brand that's as authentic and storied as the cider it produces.

In this episode, we explore the innovative world of sustainable building materials with Mattie Mead, founder and CEO of Hempitecture. Discover how Hempitecture is harnessing the power of hemp to revolutionize the construction industry and combat carbon emissions. 

Highlights include:

• Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Hempitecture uses hemp to create eco-friendly building materials.
• Challenges and Solutions: Delve into the technical challenges of creating consistent, high-quality hemp-based products and how Hempitecture addresses these issues.
• Future of Construction: Discuss the potential for hemp in modern construction and its role in reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.

In this episode, Chris dives into the rapidly evolving world of vegan fast food with Chris Treloar, CEO of PLNT Burger. 

 Key highlights include:

• Leadership Insights: Discover how Chris Treloar’s strategic leadership is steering PLNT Burger towards a sustainable future.
• Innovative Partnerships: Learn about PLNT Burger’s unique collaboration with Whole Foods and how it fosters growth and accessibility.
• Culinary Revolution: Explore how PLNT Burger is making vegan food appealing to not just vegans but everyone who loves great-tasting food.

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we explore the fascinating world of sports investment with Michael Smith, majority owner of Carrick Rangers Football Club. Learn about the club's rich history, strategic moves, and ambitious plans for the future, including their aim to enhance their academy and compete on European stages. Highlights include:

• Historic Club with Modern Ambitions: Delve into the club's journey from its founding in 1939 to its current aspirations in the Irish Premiership and beyond.
• Strategic Investments: Insight into the club’s financial strategies, including stadium improvements and building a global academy.
• The Business of Football: Understand the financial mechanics of football, from European competitions to player transfers.

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we explore how WeatherFlow-Tempest, led by CEO Buck Lyons, is transforming local weather forecasting. Discover how their unique combination of hardware and software provides precise weather data right from your front lawn, enhancing the accuracy of local weather predictions. Highlights include:

• Dual Approach: Insight into WeatherFlow-Tempest’s strategy as both a hardware provider and a data analytics powerhouse.
• Robust Growth: Discussion on the company’s growth trajectory with over $12 million in annual sales and their expansive network of weather devices.
• Future of Weather Data: The potential of localized weather data in an era of changing climate conditions and how it could redefine weather forecasting.

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we dive into the innovative world of drone technology with Rob Cammack, CEO of SmartDrone. Discover how SmartDrone is revolutionizing the land surveying industry by drastically reducing the time and manpower required to survey large areas. 

Key highlights include:

• Drone Revolution: A decade after the drone hype cycle, SmartDrone emerges as a leader in practical drone applications, transforming theoretical technologies into real-world solutions. 
• Efficiency in Land Surveying: Learn how SmartDrone leverages advanced drone technology to survey vast tracts of land in mere hours—a task that traditionally took months. 
• Experienced Leadership: With Rob's extensive experience and previous successful exits, SmartDrone is positioned for significant growth in the land surveyor market

Tune in to this enlightening episode of Inside Startup Investing where we explore the future of energy storage with Michael Pratt, CEO of Qnetic. Discover how Qnetic is tackling the challenges of renewable energy integration with their innovative mechanical flywheel technology. 

Highlights include…

• Transition to Energy Storage (3:05)
• Mechanical Flywheel Energy Storage (7:05)
• Comparing Flywheel to Lithium-Ion Batteries (9:48)
• Market Strategy and Clientele (14:30)
• Business Model and Scaling Challenges (16:56)
• Market Potential and Future Projections (23:13)

In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of hospital supply management with Roy Malkin, CEO of Assured Med Supply (AMS). Discover how AMS is leveraging AI to streamline hospital procurement processes, ensuring that hospitals can efficiently manage supplies and avoid costly shortages. 

Highlights include…

• The AMS AI Solution: How AMSAI is optimizing hospital supply chains, acting as an AI co-pilot to navigate complex purchasing decisions. [00:13.23]
• Addressing Hospital Pain Points: Tackling the challenges of managing vast SKU counts and navigating supply shortages, which can cost hospitals billions in procedural delays and inflated supply costs. [01:36.176]
• Vendor Relationships and Integration: How AMS facilitates better supply chain decisions, providing hospitals with alternatives during critical shortages. [07:23.126]
• Future Expansion and Impact: Plans for extending AMS's AI capabilities beyond hospital procurement to other sectors, potentially influencing government efficiency and saving lives during critical shortages. [28:05.932]

In this episode, Chris Lustrino talks to Dr. Arup Roy-Burman, founder of Elemeno Health. Discover how Elemeno Health tackles the urgent need for up-to-date training in healthcare settings with their innovative microlearning platform. Designed to provide immediate, actionable information, Elemeno Health aids healthcare professionals in making critical decisions swiftly and accurately. Dr. Roy-Burman shares his journey from an ICU physician to tech entrepreneur, emphasizing the impact of Elemeno on operational efficiency and patient care.

Highlights include…

• The challenges of implementing new technologies in hospitals and how Elemeno overcomes these. (1:27)
• Real-world impact: A case study from North Bay Health demonstrating Elemeno's effectiveness during emergency medical situations. [00:05:20.29]
• The scalability of Elemeno's solution across different hospital departments. (6:44)
• The strategic approach to expanding Elemeno's adoption within hospitals and its growing traction. (10:29)
• The addition of a new CEO, Tim Coulter, to drive forward Elemeno’s mission and expand its market reach (18:41)
• Future plans for Elemeno Health, including exploring new markets in pharma and clinical trials. (20:34)