Best Ozan Can Podcasts (2025)

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Mike Bank: Anyone can build — but should they? | Part 2 48:03

5d ago48:03

48:03

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Mike Bank, founder of Underdog, a pre-accelerated syndicate that supports solo and non-traditional founders in launching revenue-generating businesses while maintaining their day jobs. Mike shares insights from his extensive experience as an investment banker, early-stage VC, and angel …

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Mike Bank: Backing the Underdogs | Part 1 51:58

12d ago51:58

51:58

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Mike Bank, the founder of Underdog, a pre-accelerated syndicate aimed at supporting solo and non-traditional founders in launching revenue-generating businesses while maintaining their day jobs. Mike shares insights from his extensive career in investment banking, early-stage VC, and as…

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Sam Kaplan: Getting to first purchase profitable in consumer 1:22:33

20d ago1:22:33

1:22:33

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with Sam Kaplan, a partner at Five Seasons Ventures, a pan-European venture capital fund focused on investing in iconic and sustainable consumer brands. With an extensive background that includes roles at Citi and Birch Creative Capital, Sam shares invaluable insights into the venture …

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Maya Ghayad: Stop killing innovation with metrics 53:37

27d ago53:37

53:37

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Maya Ghayad, a partner at ID4 Ventures, to discuss the evolving landscape of the venture capital industry. With nearly a decade of experience, Maya shares her insights on the significant changes happening within VC, including the phenomenon known as "the death of the middle." They explo…

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Simon Kohl: Making biology programmable 52:23

1M ago52:23

52:23

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Simon Kohl, founder of Latent Labs, a startup at the forefront of generative models for computational protein design. Simon shares his journey from studying physics at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology to his pivotal role in DeepMind's AlphaFold projects, where he developed key unce…

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Piotr Bukanski: Tips on becoming a specialist generalist in VC 56:47

1M ago56:47

56:47

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes investment manager Piotr Bukanski from Beringea. Piotr shares insights from his extensive background in finance, including his time at Merrill Lynch and his current focus as a generalist investor in B2B data, climate tech, and fintech. The conversation delves into the transferable skill…

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Gillian Davis: There's a time and a place for tyranny 1:30:55

2M ago1:30:55

1:30:55

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes leadership development expert Gillian Davis. They dive into her impressive journey, from her early beginnings in her family's executive recruitment business in Canada to co-authoring the book "First Time Leader" at just 28. Gillian shares her insights on practical leadership strategies,…

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Zoltan Vardy: Releasing The Launch Code 48:10

2M ago48:10

48:10

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah interviews Zoltan Vardy, a seasoned B2B sales advisor and author of "The Launch Code." With nearly four decades of experience and over $2 billion in sales closed for major companies like CBS and NBCUniversal, Zoltan shares invaluable insights on mastering founder-led sales. The discussion focuse…

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Tanja Emmerling: Europe needs to hurry up to be attractive to founders 41:45

2M ago41:45

41:45

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Dr. Tanja Emmerling, a partner at High Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) and head of the Berlin team. With over a decade of experience in venture capital, Tanja shares her insights into the European tech landscape, highlighting HTGF's role as the most active seed investor in Europe. The discussi…

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Ozan Unlu: Navigating the Shift: From Technical Founder to Commercial Leader | Episode 62 49:36

2M ago49:36

49:36

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah speaks with Ozan Unlu, co-founder and CEO of EdgeDelta, a pioneering company in the telemetry pipeline space focusing on observability and security. Ozan shares insights from his unique journey through engineering, sales, and entrepreneurship, delving into the nuances of transitioning from techn…

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Ioto Iotov: Learning the foundations and the language of business | Episode 61 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Ioto Iotov, founder of Mainset, a venture capital firm focused on fintech and SaaS ventures. Ioto shares his unique journey from South Africa, detailing his background as a chartered accountant and competitive swimmer, and his path to earning an MBA from Columbia Business School. The di…

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Henry Joseph-Grant: Does VC stand for Venture Colonialism? | Episode 60 1:18:40

3M ago1:18:40

1:18:40

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah interviews entrepreneur and mentor Henry Joseph Grant, who shares insights from his extensive experience in scaling startups and driving innovation. The discussion delves into the transformative impact of the iPhone on business, particularly in launching Just Eat, a brand that grew from startup …

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Jefff Crusey: When Mythology Breaks Reality in Venture | Episode 59 46:02

3M ago46:02

46:02

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Jeff Crusey, a partner at 7% Ventures and seasoned VC with extensive experience in deep tech and startups. The discussion explores the limits of software functionality and usability, the implications of the UK’s approach to de-risking venture investments, and whether US VCs are fosterin…

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Kristina Barger: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Founder Mental Health | Episode 58 1:09:43

4M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes cognitive and behavioural scientist Kristina Barger . With a diverse background in clinical psychology, tech innovation, and entrepreneurship, Christina shares her insights on the unique challenges faced by founders. The discussion delves into the traits of overachievers, the fine line …

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Uzma Choudry: Building a Unique European BioTech Ecosystem | Episode 57 52:28

4M ago52:28

52:28

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Dr. Uzma Choudry, an expert in deep tech and biotech investing. Uzma shares her extensive experience in developing the European tech bio ecosystem, including her role in managing a portfolio of over one and a half billion pounds at one of Europe's largest funds. The conversation delves …

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Chris Donegan: The Investor's Dilemma: Understanding Complex Investments | Episode 56 58:18

5M ago58:18

58:18

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes seasoned investor and entrepreneur Chris Donegan. With a rich background in molecular neurobiology and business strategy, Chris shares his insights on the current state of innovation and investment. The conversation explores whether the present and future are more promising than the pas…

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Hannah Meiton: Navigating The Nordics | Episode 55 42:41

5M ago42:41

42:41

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Arish Shah welcomes Hannah Meiton, founding partner at Ampli Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Stockholm that specializes in early-stage investments in Nordic B2B SaaS companies. Hannah shares her insights on the importance of founders actively promoting their businesses, emphasizing that simply bui…

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Ashwin Ravikumar: Lessons on Tech Transfer from CERN | Episode 54 49:59

5M ago49:59

49:59

Timestamps: 01:18 - Sellotape as an x-ray generator. 04:12 - Science as universal language. 09:22 - Pursuit of knowledge in science. 12:24 - University tech transfer challenges. 14:58 - Tech transfer at CERN. 20:08 - Altruistic mission of CERN. 22:12 - University equity in startups.By Aarish Shah - EmergeONE

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Rishabh Kaul: Buiding the India-Europe Tech Corridor | Episode 53 59:04

5M ago59:04

59:04

00:02:25 - South Asian tech professionals' impact. 00:05:06 - Indian entrepreneurs in Europe. 00:08:21 - Indians in technology leadership. 00:12:36 - Immigration and technology's future. 00:17:26 - India-Europe tech corridor opportunities. 00:21:30 - European talent for Indian companies. 00:24:10 - Talent acquisition and market dynamics. 00:29:18 -…

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Afshin Moayed: Why Bangladesh is the best kept secret in venture 59:17

6M ago59:17

59:17

[00:00:42] Climate refugees in Bangladesh. [00:04:09] Investing in emerging markets. [00:08:01] Bangladesh's unique growth potential. [00:12:10] Bangladesh's investment landscape challenges. [00:17:31] Indian VCs and Bangladesh opportunities. [00:20:49] Cultural dynamics in emerging markets. [00:25:04] Climate adaptation in Bangladesh. [00:30:05] B…

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Fred Destin: Crafting Meaningful Relationships in Venture (Part 2) | Episode 52 40:16

6M ago40:16

40:16

In this special two-part episode of "Nothing Ventured," host Arish Shah sits down with Fred Destin, founder of Stride VC. They delve into the evolving dynamics between founders and venture capitalists, highlighting the surprising discontent founders often feel towards VCs. Fred shares insights from his extensive experience, including his time as a …

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Fred Destin: On the Craft of Venture (Part 1) | Episode 50 1:03:16

6M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

In this special two-part episode of "Nothing Ventured," host Aarish Shah sits down with Fred Destin, founder of Stride VC, to explore the evolving landscape of venture capital. They discuss the complex relationship between founders and VCs, highlighting the discontent many founders feel towards traditional venture capital approaches. Fred shares in…

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Manish Patel: "How I Became and Accidental VC" | Episode 49 55:18

6M ago55:18

55:18

Find Manish online at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manishpatelli/ Twitter: https://x.com/NavaVenturesVC Nava Ventures: https://www.nava.vc/ This episode is sponsored by EmergeOne, fractional CFOs for venture backed tech startups from Seed to Series B. Get in touch at https://emergeone.co.uk/contact-us/ or join the CFO team at https://emer…

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Helen Goldberg: Why Lawyers Aren’t Just For Litigation | Episode 48 45:16

7M ago45:16

45:16

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with Helen Goldberg, co-founder and COO of LegalEdge, to explore the evolving landscape of legal services for fast-growing companies. Helen shares her extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, having worked with renowned firms like Evershed Sutherland and Baker McKenzie, as wel…

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Manish Karani: Can you measure mindset? Investing in Hardship, Alienation, Illness & Loss | Ep. 47 1:07:55

7M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with Manish Karani, founder of Yareta, a groundbreaking AI tool designed to analyze personal traits and experiences to predict future success for corporations and investors. Manish shares insights from his impressive background, including his experience at Coutts, where he managed inve…

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Andrea Gurnari: Navigating the European Startup Landscape | Episode 46 55:14

7M ago55:14

55:14

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah welcomes Andrea Gurnari, a partner at 2100 Ventures, to discuss the intricacies of early-stage entrepreneurship and the venture capital landscape. Andrea shares insights on how founders should approach monetisation, emphasising the importance of deep intellectual honesty and the willingness to a…

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Alokik Advani: How Fidelity Takes A Generational View To Investing In Venture | Episode 45 32:59

7M ago32:59

32:59

In this episode of Nothing Venture, host Aarish Shah sits down with Alokik Advani, Managing Partner at Fidelity International Strategic Ventures. With over two decades of experience in finance, Alokik shares insights into the role of corporate ventures in the startup ecosystem, addressing common misconceptions about their involvement, including the…

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Joe Seager Dupuy: How this VC went from flying cars to Consumer Tech | Episode 44 1:02:08

7M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with Joe Seager-Dupuy, an investment director at True, a London-based consumer and retail investment and innovation advisory firm. The conversation delves into the valuable lessons learned from early career challenges and the innovative spirit of Richard Branson. Joe shares insights on…

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Piers Linney: How This Dragon Struck Gold | Episode 43 1:01:00

9M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah sits down with Piers Linney, known for his role on The Dragon's Den and The Secret Millionaire. Piers shares his journey from delivering newspapers to law, banking, and tech, discussing his 45x exit on his Dragon portfolio and thoughts on AI's impact on SMEs and nation states. They delve into DEI, am…

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Cintia Mano: How Angels Can Fly Higher | Episode 42 50:40

9M ago50:40

50:40

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Cintia Mano, CEO of Core Angels, a global angel investor network. Cintia discusses her journey in investing in 27 startups and leading Core Angels to develop 11 angel funds across various countries. They explore the importance of investing across geographies and verticals, encouraging more…

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Fred Hoch: From Theater to Strategy | Episode 41 34:32

9M ago34:32

34:32

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Fred Hoch, co-founder of TechNexus, a Chicago-based venture collaborative. They delve into topics such as building communities, driving the evolution of software as a service, corporate innovation, the role of CFOs in championing innovation, the state of venture capital, and the opportunit…

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Amman Ahmed: Building a Business for Man's Best Friend | Episode 40 45:14

9M ago45:14

45:14

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish interviews Amman Ahmed, the founder of Music for Pets, a business providing relaxing music and TV for pets. Amman shares his journey of discovering what type of CEO he wanted to be, from struggling with focus in university to building a successful business reaching 50 million cats and dogs with minimal ma…

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Nicola Sinclair: The Evolution of Military Innovation | Episode 39 46:07

10M ago46:07

46:07

In this episode of Nothing Ventured with Aarish Shah, Nicola Sinclair, founder of Twin Track Ventures, discusses the evolution of military technology from sharing one laptop among eight people to the current state of defense services. The conversation delves into topics such as utilizing drones with guns, printing aircraft parts for quicker repairs…

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Jan Reichelt: Navigating the EdTech Landscape | Episode 38 43:36

10M ago43:36

43:36

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Jan Reichelt, founding partner of Tenex Founders, discusses the global nature of education and edtech. Jan shares insights on creating value, trusting your instincts as a founder, and seizing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of having investors with founder backgrounds in Europe. Tune in to learn abou…

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Edward Kliphuis: The Future of Healthcare | Episode 37 32:44

10M ago32:44

32:44

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Edward Kliphuis, a partner at Softenover Partners, about leveraging technology to address challenges in healthcare. They discuss the transformative potential of the convergence of computation and healthcare, strategies for integrating new technologies into healthcare, and the concept of la…

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Asif Ahmed: Unleashing Creativity in Business | Episode 36 37:04

10M ago37:04

37:04

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the importance of focusing on what founders need rather than what they want with Asif Ahmed, partner at Cooper Parry. They delve into topics such as founder-advisor fit, the legal implications of R&D for founders, and the rise of solopreneurs in the startup ecosystem. Join them as they shar…

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Lyuba Guk & David Gilgur: Ukrainian Startups and the Global Tech Landscape | Episode 35 56:24

10M ago56:24

56:24

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Lyuba Guk and David Gulka, co-founders of Blue Lake, a VC firm supporting immigrant founders in the UK. They discuss the resilience of the Ukrainian ecosystem, transitioning from SMEs to investing in migrant founders, the prevalence of migrants in founding unicorn ventures, and the importa…

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Kiran Mehta: Balancing Growth and Capital Efficiency | Episode 34 47:36

11M ago47:36

47:36

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah chats with Kiran Mehta from Mercia Ventures about the importance of doing what you love and excelling at it rather than trying to live in a parallel universe. They discuss the significance of working with smart people, navigating the chaos of venture capital, and how good founders can succeed in any …

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Tamta Gamezardashvili: Breaking Down the Power Dynamic in VC Fundraising | Episode 33 50:47

11M ago50:47

50:47

Today on Nothing Ventured, Tamta Gamezardashvili discusses the challenges VCs face in raising capital, the dynamics of power and ego in investment, and the importance of equal opportunities. Tamta shares insights on gender differences in asking for money, her work in bringing women into the VC space, and her contrarian approach to questioning norms…

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Steve O'Hear: From Tech Journalism to CEO | Episode 32 51:54

11M ago51:54

51:54

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the misunderstood quick commerce space with Steve O'Hear, founder of O'Hear & Co. They delve into attracting paying customers for convenience, the role of journalists in the hype cycle, signals for early-stage investors, and the impact of excessive press coverage on a company's image. Tune …

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Henry Goodwin & Shwetank Verma: Cross-Continental Ventures | Episode 31 36:36

11M ago36:36

36:36

In this episode of "Nothing Ventured," Aarish Shah discusses how Singapore has been stimulating the early stage tech ecosystem with guests Henry Goodwin and Shwetank Verma from Leo Capital. They delve into topics like the India Advantage, the global talent pool from India, startups listing on the Indian Stock Exchange, entering the Nordics market, …

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Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer: The Future of European Venture Capital | Episode 30 44:51

12M ago44:51

44:51

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer, general partners at Superseed. They discuss the growing interest in AI and its impact on business. They also delve into the evolution of European venture capital, highlighting the increase in funding over the years. The conversation touches on the need for a Eur…

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Ash Arora: The Journey from Crypto Trader to VC Partner | Episode 29 51:01

12M ago51:01

51:01

Today on Nothing Ventured, Ash Arora, the youngest partner at LocalGlobe, shares her journey into venture capital, her deep dive into Bitcoin for Citibank, and her insights into the early days of the crypto community. She discusses her extensive interview process with LocalGlobe and explains the challenges in blockchain technology, highlighting the…

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Christian Tooley: From Corporate to Queer Capital | Episode 28 42:45

12M ago42:45

42:45

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Christian Tooley, founder of iCubed Investing, discussing the transition from consulting to venture capital. They explore iCubed's focus on investing in post-product pre-revenue companies in the UK, their efforts to unlock queer capital, and their partnership with Crunchbase to highlight d…

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George Askew & Sam Ettelaie: Breaking Down Barriers for Aspiring VCs | Episode 27 39:34

1y ago39:34

39:34

On this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah sits down with George Askew and Sam Ettelaie, co-founders of Thema, a platform supporting emerging managers in launching venture capital strategies. They discuss fund structuring, regulation, and the impact of patient capital on the ecosystem. With Thema already attracting over 450 funds within …

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Sean Williams: Lessons in Linguistic Engineering | Episode 26 45:49

1y ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah interviews Sean Williams, the founder and CEO of Autogen AI. Sean shares insights on learning from failures, the role of managers in delivering results, staying focused amidst distractions, and the significance of linguistic engineering in business. He also discusses his journey with investors a…

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Enis Hulli: From Air Conditioning to Venture Capital | Episode 25 34:07

1y ago34:07

34:07

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah sits down with Enis Hulli, a general partner at 500 Emerging Europe. They discuss Enis' journey from listening to VC podcasts to launching a fund, his shift from being risk-averse to investing, and the importance of boots on the ground for pre-seed and seed investments. They also delve into how 500 E…

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Mohamed Abou-Alam: Bridging Tech and Medicine | Episode 24 45:55

1y ago45:55

45:55

This episode of Nothing Ventured features a discussion with Mohamed Abou-Alam about the challenges and strategies in the tech and venture ecosystem. They explore topics like managing chronic conditions with data, building multidisciplinary teams, quantifying impact to LPs, regulatory and commercial outcomes, transitioning roles in the industry, and…

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Nik Sharma & Mo Alomari: The Future of Tech Bio: | Episode 23 28:10

1y ago28:10

28:10

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, we delve into the world of tech bio with co-founders Nik Sharma and Mo Alomari from BioCortex. They discuss reflecting biology in silico, NASA-inspired strategies, and the importance of trust in co-founder relationships. Learn how BioCortex is revolutionizing therapeutic development with insights backed by Hoxto…

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Renan Devillieres: From Tesla Factories to Software Disruption | Episode 22 39:26

1y ago39:26

39:26

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Aarish Shah interviews Renan Devilliers, the founder of OSS Ventures, a startup studio focused on revolutionizing operations in organizations providing physical services. Renan shares insights from his journey, including founding Chance, a successful recruitment tech business, and the challenges he faced al…

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