Startup Anthology

This week, I will be having a conversation with Connor Nomura and his partner, Maria Salmeron.

Connor and Maria met while working at the same startup in Austin, TX. Since then, Maria has started her own business, Riveter Construction, and Connor moved into a role at a second startup, staying there for over four years.

Together, they bring a unique perspective and story to Startup Anthology. You’ll hear how they have navigated the rewarding yet stressful and ever-changing startup life. They’ll share their personal experiences, both highs and lows.

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In this episode of Startup Anthology, the podcast, I’ll speak with Paul Austin. 

Paul is originally from Cleveland Heights, OH, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from The University of Texas in Austin, TX.

Join me on a journey through Paul's 30-year tech career. We will reflect on his time as a former employee of National Instruments and explore various aspects of his career, such as developing testing and data acquisition software, partnering with Lego, and creating educational robotic systems. Along the way, we will discover how Paul emphasizes the importance of learning, taking risks, and nurturing a supportive company culture. I hope you enjoy the episode.

In this episode of Startup Anthology, the podcast, I’ll speak with Sean Peterson. 

Sean is originally from Davenport, IA, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology from Hamilton Technical College.

Join me as we explore Sean's startup journey from Iowa to Texas. Our conversation covers the challenges of working in start-ups, transitioning between established companies and start-ups, and the critical role of mentorship. We also discuss moving from an individual contributor to a management role and becoming a co-founder of his own business.

In this episode of Startup Anthology, the podcast, I’ll speak with Ehren Coker. 

Ehren is originally from Corpus Christi, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from The University of Texas Austin, Texas.

Ehren has worked at three different startups, one of which he co-founded and the other two as an employee. He has held positions such as Director of Web Design and Development, Senior Software Engineer, and other senior development roles. He currently resides in Austin, TX, with his wife and three children. 

This episode will delve into Ehren's journey through startup life, the valuable lessons he has learned along the way, and his personal story

In this episode of Startup Anthology, the podcast, I’ll be speaking with Justin McCabe.

Justin is originally from Rockwall, Texas, a small town near Dallas. He holds a Bachelor's in Organizational Communication and Leadership from St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas.

Justin is a Marine who served on Active Duty for 4 years and in the Reserves for 10 years. After coming off Active Duty in 2012, Justin moved to Austin and worked as a security guard while he completed his degree. 

This episode will discuss our backgrounds, Justin’s journey from military to startup life, team dynamics, leadership styles, and conflict management.

Welcome to Startup Anthology, a podcast series that shares stories from employees and middle managers, not just the founders, at early and mid-stage startups. These stories showcase the unique experiences and pivotal roles played by employees in creating startup culture.

Join me for the first-ever episode of the Startup Anthology podcast, where I will be having a conversation with my friend, mentor, and former boss, Henry Wang. Tune in to hear the stories and experiences from his 20+ year career in the startup world.