The Authenticity Factor

In this episode, we spoke to Matt Fairhurst, CEO & Founder of Skedulo, about his experience of designing and launching a successful product. He shares tips on gaining investment, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people at the right time along your journey, and why everyone needs an anchored value system to return to when times get tough.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Nowi Kallen, Principal of Salesforce Ventures, breaks down the process of investing in startups, from what constitutes the perfect pitch, to the key criteria VCs are looking for, and how to persevere in order to drive success. Nowi shares what the strongest startups have in common, and the one question he wishes all founders would ask.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we spoke to Raphael (Rafi) Epstein, Founder & CEO of StrataVAR, about the importance of building a team based on trust, and how to empower employees through accountability. Rafi shares his experience of sourcing talent, addressing cultural differences, and why dedication and hard work is the key driver of success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we spoke to Tiffanie Stanard, Founder & CEO of Stimulus (as well as TV & radio host, producer and technology influencer) about how she built her personal brand alongside growing her business. She shares why it is important to showcase your passions and authentic self, and how establishing strong relationships can accelerate your entrepreneurial journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chris Hall - Founder and Chairman of Bynder - shares why authenticity is a superpower, and how wearing your heart on your sleeve can lead to entrepreneurial success. From taking major risks, to sharing big wins with others, Chris discusses how commitment to a startup, and belief in its potential, can accelerate growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we spoke to Julie Trell, Country Lead, Australia at SheEO, about the career she has carved out as a ‘Human API’ - helping to connect founders, programs and ecosystems. Julie discusses dismantling broken systems and structures, why being adaptable is the key to survival, and the importance of investing in companies that are trying to change the world through a different lens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Pascal Petit, CEO of Thynk Cloud, shares insights from his experience of running a successful company and working for a tech Venture Capital (VC). Find out about the investor perspective - what they are really looking for in a startup, how to stand out from the crowd, and why the support of VCs extends far beyond monetary investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we chat with Doron Sitbon, Founder and CEO at Dot Compliance, about why failure is a key part of the journey to entrepreneurial success. He talks about why every founder needs a support network, how experimentation is the key to great ideas, and developing the grit and resilience to fail fast and learn quick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we speak to Hiroki Takeuchi, Founder and CEO of GoCardless, about how he scaled his business - fast! The young entrepreneur shares his experience of dealing with imposter syndrome, sourcing talent in the tech ecosystem, and how changing the trajectory of his business helped accelerate growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we chat to award-winning entrepreneur David Schmaier, former founder and CEO of Vlocity, and recently appointed CEO of Salesforce Industries. He shares his top tips for achieving growth, why risk-taking is an important part of business growth, and maintaining purpose and vision in times of change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.