TeamPrint Crossover #2 - The Accelerator

Derek is Co-Founder / CEO of Corl and Co-Founder / CTO of Railz.On this episode, Chris Hjelm and Derek Manuge discuss: - His background before launching- How he ended up launching his second venture-backed startup while running his first- How he manages to run two companies- The future of DeFi and Crypto- What company he'd launch if he had any more time- What's nextDerek is a Strategist in our TeamPrint Assessment. Her individual traits are:- Leadership: Champion- Social: Quiet- Patience: Restless- Formality: ExactEnjoy!

Jennifer Williams is Co-Founder and CEO of Cuddle Clones.  On this episode, Brad Zapp and Jennifer Williams discuss: - Her life before startups and what made her make the jump- Why she decided to launch a business making clones of people's animals- Running a multi-million dollar startup with manufacturing operations overseas- Raising venture money in Kentucky- What's nextJennifer is a Strategist in our TeamPrint Assessment. Her individual traits are:- Leadership: Champion- Social: Cordial- Patience: Purposeful- Formality: PreciseEnjoy!

On today's episode, Brad Zapp and Chris Hjelm dive into the Problem Solver Profile. What makes Problem Solvers unique? What roles and tasks do they excel in within organizations? When you should think about hiring one?We will also layer in quotes from our conversations with fellow Problem Solvers: Gary Darna and Elise Tresley.A few notes on The Disruptor:- The most reserved profile of the Enterpriser vector- Directive, factual, outspoken, and frank- Hesitant to delegate major authority or responsibility- Values own judgments more than others- Can appear tough-minded and directiveIf you want to learn more about how to use TeamPrint within your organization please reach out to Brad ([email protected]) or Chris ([email protected]).Enjoy!

Gary had so much knowledge to impart, we had him back for round two. On this episode, Gary Darna talks about his career after CompleteSet. Some of the topics covered are:What is a soft landing? And why are they important for entrepreneursWhy do big corporations struggle to innovate and retain entrepreneurial talentWhy entrepreneurs don't make great corporate employeesHow to develop a more successful entrepreneurial ecosystemHis future as an entrepreneurEnjoy!

Elise Tresley is Co-Founder and CEO of Realm Foods. Elise is a multi-time founder across software and CPG industries. On this episode Chris Hjelm and Elise Tresley discuss:- Her life before startups and what made her make the jump- What's required to building a successful startup- How she went from exiting a software startup to launching a CPG company (and which one she likes better)- What it's like being a female founder- How she thinks about building high-performing teams- What she would be doing if she wasn't running Realm FoodsEnjoy!

On today's episode, Brad Zapp and Chris Hjelm dive into the Disruptor Profile. What makes disruptors unique? What roles and tasks do they excel in within organizations? When you should think about hiring one?We will also layer in quotes from our conversations with fellow Disruptors: Brad Zapp and Gavi Begtrup.A few notes on The Disruptor:- The most proactive profile of the Enterpriser vector- Delegates authority and details somewhat freely- Risk-taker, responds positively to pressure- Struggles to adhere to structure or direction- Can be tough-minded and authoritativeIf you want to learn more about how to use TeamPrint within your organization please reach out to Brad ([email protected]) or Chris ([email protected]).Enjoy!

Gavi Begtrup is a scientist, multi-time startup founder, and candidate for the Mayor of Cincinnati.On this episode Brad Zapp and Gavi Begtrup discuss:- How he began his entrepreneurial journey- The need to be driven by passion and purpose- Why failure as an outcome is much different than failure as a person- What thing came naturally for him as an early-stage CEO- How he plans to change the City of Cincinnati Enjoy!

Hosted by Connetic Ventures, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Brad Zapp and Killer Creamery COO, Matt Price discuss: Brad’s journey into VC Introducing Wendal, the AI that is money balling founders The disruption of VC from overlooked markets Imposter syndrome Leading with the “risk” when pitching VC’s Connetic Ventures true value add on your cap table Enjoy!

On today's episode, Brad Zapp and Chris Hjelm dive into the Accelerator Profile. We will also layer in quotes from our conversations with fellow Accelerators: Alex Burkhart and Blake Allsmith.A few notes on The Accelerator:- The fastest-moving profile of the Enterpriser vector- Willing to build employees, not afraid of successors- Thrive on being challenged- Blunt, no-nonsense, and persuasive- Can be hard-headed and doesn't like delaysEnjoy!