Episode 130
Riding the AI Wave: Insights on the Future of Startups and Venture Capital
VC Itamar Novick shares hard-won advice for founders on building durable AI startups, avoiding pitfalls, and catching the next big …
On the Startup Success podcast, we discuss what’s working and offer the best advice to scale along with the most important trends in the entire startup ecosystem.
You’ll hear interviews with founders and investors who have compelling stories to share, new insights and trends, and conversations from thought leaders and experts who are passionate about sharing the best ideas out there for success.
Episodes feature topics such as finance, fundraising, hiring, marketing, sales, along with tools and technologies you can use to help your startup or portfolio company scale.
Episode 129
AI, No-Click Marketing, and the New Rules of Customer Acquisition
AI and no-click marketing are reshaping customer acquisition. SeedX’s Jacqueline Basulto shares a modern playbook for websites, email, and paid …
Episode 128
From Rate Cuts to Pitch Decks, Fundraising Lessons for 2025
How does today’s economy impact startup fundraising? Steve Lord explains the Fed, markets, and smart capital moves founders should make …
Episode 127
A New Take on the VC-Founder Relationship
Ivan Montoya reveals how early-stage founders can stand out, and why the right VC partner fuels breakout growth from day …
Episode 126
Insights for Success from a World-Changing AI Startup
Radical AI CEO Joseph Krause shares how AI is reinventing materials R&D, and why startups need a relentless bias to …
Episode 125
After the Round Closes: How to Leverage Your Investors
Julia Austin shares how founders can manage investors, boards, and culture to build startups that scale with intention, not reaction.
Episode 124
When Passion Meets Product-Market Fit
From frustrated Mac gamer to trailblazing founder, Ian Bateman is on a mission to bring PC games to every device. …
Episode 123
Using Customer Feedback to Drive Product-Market Fit & Growth
Most startups collect customer feedback. Few truly listen. Eli Portnoy shares how to turn insights into growth, retention, and real …
Episode 122
Q2 Snapshot: The Startup Ecosystem
Steve Lord is back with insights on Q2, the VC slowdown, global risk, and how founders can still raise capital …
Episode 121
What to Stop Doing Today: Real Talk with a Startup Coach
Feras Alhlou returns with real-world insights on scaling startups, avoiding burnout, and leading with purpose.