In this episode I talk to Brian, a visionary leader and entrepreneur with a passion for nurturing innovation and fostering growth in the startup world. As the former head of the Product team at a prestigious global accelerator, Brian spearheaded transformative initiatives, collaborating with thousands of Series A-Pre Seed startups. His dedication to understanding the needs of these founders led him to personally engage with hundreds of them, gaining valuable insights into their pain points and desires for support throughout their entrepreneurial journeys.

One recurring theme stood out among all the discussions: the undeniable value of Mentorship, Community, and Connections beyond just financial backing. Inspired by this profound realization, Brian took a bold step and co-founded Gildre, an exclusive membership community tailored for forward-thinking innovators, builders, creators, and executives.

Today we have a very special guest joining us on this wild marketing ride. She's a force to be reckoned with, a marketing maven, and the brains behind Tough Love Marketing. Please give a warm welcome to our guest, the one and only, Diana.

In this episode, I talk to Rayan, the cofounder of Squared

An ambitious professional hailing from Bahrain, where his career journey began. With a wealth of experience in physical operations, logistics, DTC subscriptions, and sustainable cargo bike logistics, Rayan honed his skills and expertise in these domains over the years.

Around 18 months ago, Rayan embarked on a new adventure, transitioning from the world of physical operations to the realm of technology. As a visionary, he sought to bridge the gap between these two worlds, bringing the art of operations and streamlined processes from physical operations to the tech landscape.

Currently, Rayan is a driving force at Squared, an on-demand operations platform that specializes in helping founders establish robust operations.

It's my great pleasure to introduce Colin, an exceptional software engineer and entrepreneur who has been shaping the web application landscape for the past 25 years. With an illustrious career spanning numerous startups and self-initiated ventures, Colin brings a wealth of knowledge and invaluable insights to the table.

Having founded several companies and played pivotal roles as a developer, team leader, and CTO in various startups, Colin's journey has been a testament to his unwavering passion for innovation and technology. His relentless pursuit of excellence led him to create a remarkable monitoring tool known as StatusGator back in 2015.

StatusGator, a brainchild born out of Colin's own necessity, is a game-changing status aggregator. It ingeniously compiles the statuses of all cloud platforms and hosted applications into a single, centralized status page for your team.

In this episode, I talk to [Steve], an experienced Leader who is driving the force behind [Swazz].

With a diverse background in technology, Steve's journey has taken him through various roles, from writing code as a developer to globe-trotting as a solutions architect. However, it was during his tenure at PayPal, where he managed product marketing for 20 alternative payment methods, that the seeds of Swazz were sown.

Having witnessed firsthand the intricacies of global payment systems and their impact on people's lives, Steve was inspired to create a solution that addressed the everyday challenges faced by individuals and businesses alike. His travels opened his eyes to the profound influence of culture and regulation on payment preferences, and he realized the need for a versatile and inclusive payment platform that catered to diverse markets.

In this episode, I talk to [Adabara], an experienced IT Channel Leader who is driving the force behind [Datafy].

In a world where data reigns supreme, one visionary entrepreneur dared to bridge the gap between technology and marketing expertise, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in the industry. Meet Adabara, a trailblazer with a diverse background in Computer Science and a decade-long tenure in marketing within the investment banking sector. Having successfully built and expanded a thriving marketing agency, Adabara's journey took a momentous turn when he recognized a pressing need for better data utilization in the marketing landscape.

This realization led to the birth of Datafy – a cutting-edge startup that now stands at the forefront of marketing analytics and insights. Datafy's mission is clear: to provide marketers with a centralized platform that seamlessly integrates, and derives actionable insights from their multifarious data sources.

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Vaughn is an accomplished IT Channel Leader with a wealth of expertise in sales, consulting, marketing, research, and insights. With a strong background in corporate leadership and Go to Market (GTM) strategy building, Vaughn has led sales organizations to success, understanding the nuances of channel partners' needs and the intricate partner ecosystems that drive revenue growth for vendors.

Equipped with SaaS experience, Vaughn is well-versed in selling platforms and products that support partner motions. His skill set extends to segmentation development, channel partner recruiting, and effective Partner GTM strategies, along with through-partner marketing tactics.

A true motivational executive, Vaughn excels in driving enterprise technology vendor growth through both direct and indirect sales processes. He thrives on building hands-on relationships, assessing program effectiveness, and steering overall company success.

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Kizito, an inspiring entrepreneur on a mission to revolutionize the savings landscape for individuals with limited wealth. Kizito's groundbreaking startup, Kayndrexsphere, aims to empower people with flexible and borderless savings options, opening up new possibilities for financial stability and growth.

Kizito's journey began with a fervent desire to pursue further education in Canada. However, faced with the challenge of saving for substantial school fees and the uncertainties of fluctuating exchange rates, Kizito recognized the need for a solution that would enable people to save in multiple currencies and secure their financial future.

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Join us today with Kate Sukhanova, the founder of Expordite®. With a strong background as an in-house lawyer for a prominent international company, Kate's motivation to embark on this journey stems from her experience in supporting a social enterprise's expansion into international markets. Witnessing the transformative power of global trade on businesses, Kate developed a passion for helping companies maximize their potential in the global marketplace. However, she also recognized the challenges that came with it.

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In this episode, I talk to [Rebecca Leppard], the founder of [upgradingwomen].

Rebecca, an exceptional entrepreneur who is making a remarkable impact in the tech and consulting world. Rebecca is a neurodivergent trailblazer who has transitioned from a high-powered role in a 5-star hotel to the dynamic realm of tech and consulting. As the founder of Upgrading Women, a media company focused on empowering women in the tech industry, Rebecca has become a driving force for change. Her dedication to unlocking the voices of underrepresented individuals stems from her own lived experiences. Rebecca's commitment to her community extends beyond her business, as she has taken a pledge to offer pro-bono services to make a tangible impact. Join us as we delve into Rebecca's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights from her experiences.

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