In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Jeff Schwartz, CEO of Data Room HQ.

Jeff discusses Data Room HQ’s automation services for B2B SaaS companies and investors, Jeff’s journey from a successful startup to founding his company, the importance of metrics in business management, and the evolving dynamics of customer success and financing strategies.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Les Craig, General Partner with Next Frontier Capital.

Les discusses the investment firm’s focus on early-stage companies in the Mountain West region, and how the unique dynamics of this area provide opportunities for founders. Les also shares insights on the importance of a founder’s ability to fundraise, the evolving venture landscape, and strategies for success in raising capital.

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Connect with Les on LinkedIn HERE.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Andy Galpin, founder of Tree & Leaf Partners, a redemptive acquisition fund focused on acquiring and scaling companies in the education and healthcare sectors.

Andy discusses the importance of creating impact through business, evaluating companies based on financial metrics and culture, and the evolving role of AI in operations. The conversation also touches on the potential changes in the education and healthcare landscape due to political shifts.

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Connect with Andy on LinkedIn HERE.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews James McDowell, founding partner at Arcanum Capital.

James discusses Arcanum’s investment thesis in the blockchain and crypto space, emphasizing early-stage investments, the unique characteristics of Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the evolving landscape of decentralized finance (DeFi). James highlights the potential for significant returns in the crypto market and the intersection of blockchain technology with AI.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Kyle Mounts, general partner at Aero X Ventures and Singularity Capital Advisors.

Kyle discusses Aero X’s focus on early-stage investments in aerospace and defense, the importance of capital efficiency, and the evolving role of drones in logistics and warfare. Kyle also emphasizes the impact of regulatory frameworks on the drone industry and the potential for American-made technologies in critical infrastructure.

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In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez interviews Michelle Cole, Partner at Paragraph.

Michelle shares her extensive experience as a former COO and discusses the importance of product-market fit, customer success, and the challenges of scaling operations in software companies, emphasizing the need for resilience and adaptability in entrepreneurship.

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Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn HERE.

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In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez speaks with Bikram Bakshi, Partner with Blu Ventures and Co-Founder of ColoWatch.

Bikram discusses Blue Ventures’ hands-on investment approach focusing on B2B SaaS, cybersecurity, and health tech. Bikram also shares insights about ColoWatch, a non-invasive colon cancer screening technology. He emphasizes the importance of team dynamics and traction in investment decisions, and how the changing healthcare landscape presents opportunities for preventative health solutions.

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In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez talks with Shawn Olds, co-founder and COO of boodleAI.

Shawn discusses his journey from a nonprofit-focused AI platform to BoodleBox, an AI tool designed for marketing, sales, and higher education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, pivoting based on market adoption, and fostering a collaborative culture within teams.

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In this episode of the Innovators and Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez talks with Luke Cooper, founding general partner of Latimer Ventures.

They discuss Latimer’s investment thesis, which focuses on building M&A capabilities in startups, particularly among diverse founders. Luke shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding market dynamics, product-market fit, and disciplined investment strategies in the evolving landscape of venture capital.

Learn more about Luke's work HERE.

Connect with Luke on LinkedIn HERE.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.

In this episode of the Innovators and Investors podcast, host Kristian Marquez talks with investor Dan Rizzo.

Dan shares his journey from management consulting to leading a successful healthcare IT company that went public. Dan also discusses the importance of understanding client needs, the balance between consulting and software services, and his approach to investing through his family office. He emphasizes the significance of team dynamics, pivots in entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned from both operational and investment experiences.

Learn more about Dan's work HERE.

Connect with Dan on LinkedIn HERE.

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Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at Finstrat Management.