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Filip Orth is the Head of Investor Relations North America at ZAKA VC, which invests in seed & pre-seed stage biotech and robotics startups. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Career Progression 02:43 Early Influences and Entrepreneurial Spirit 05:35 The Role of Venture Capitalists 08:24 Transitioning from VC to Startup 11:14 The Importance of Experience in Investing 14:11 The Evolution of Media...

Meenadchi (she/her) is an ancestral healing practitioner, TEDx speaker, and communications expert whose work centers on social change and embodied transformation. Using the modality of Family Constellation Therapy, Meenadchi supports changemakers and entrepreneurs to understand and release the intergenerational trauma behind limiting beliefs and self-destructive patterns, so that we can do good wo...

Rev. Dr. Anthony Hunt is a pastor and teacher of the gospel of Jesus. He is the founder of Love Ministries Foundation Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Iconic Conversations 04:31 The Condition of the Heart 09:05 Dedication to God 13:02 Personal Testimonies and Revelations 17:54 The Mindset of Faith 21:55 Understanding God’s Will 23:52 The Ownership of God 25:22 The Weight of Eternal Choices 27:41 Ju...

Satyadeep “Deep” Tummala is an investor and entrepreneur who is focused on bridging the public markets and dynamic private enterprise. He is the Founder of Bright Feather Holdings, LLC, an active angel-investment firm backing high-growth startups across diverse sectors, and Deep Think Investments, LLC, a fiduciary advisory practice that serves high-net-worth clients with tailored strategies ground...

Dr. Na-Ri Oh is a physician, biopharmaceutical executive with 15+ years of experience, biotech investor, and healthcare podcast host. As Managing Director and Co-Founder of Black Canyon Ventures, Na-Ri invests in early-stage biotech companies, especially those focusing on rare diseases. Prior, she held roles in global marketing and strategy at Top 20 biopharmaceutical companies, bringing life-savi...

Jared Daye is a Filmmaker & Senior Content Designer at 2K Sports. Most importantly, he is a Man of God. In this episode, Jared and I explore themes of masculinity, community, faith, and personal growth. We discuss the importance of brotherhood among men, the challenges of navigating identity in a modern world, and the journey to professional success in the entertainment industry. Jared shares...

Zerryn Gines is a member of the Sourcing Operations Team and focuses on Five Elms' targeted thematic sourcing and data management. Prior to joining Five Elms, Zerryn worked as an operational leader driving customer acquisition, customer retention, and revenue growth at PNC Bank and Peep Connect Inc. Zerryn holds a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management from Northwest Missouri State University...

David Nebinski is the Host of The Portfolio Career Podcast & Community Lead at Chief of Staff Network. In this episode, David explores the journey of podcasting, the importance of community, and the power of meaningful conversations. We discuss the significance of leaning in, building connections, and creating intentional experiences that resonate with audiences. Chapters 00:00 Returning to Ro...

Luke Aschenbrand is the Founder & CEO of Emblem, a diligence and portfolio management platform for private equity deal teams. He is a former D1 athlete for the Princeton Tigers, and graduated in ‘22 with a degree in Philosophy & Entrepreneurship. In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding one's 'why', the lessons learned from private equity, the obsession with...

Michael Carpenter is the host of The Blueprint Podcast & Real Estate Agent with Compass. Michael’s experience spans duplex investing, profitable fix-and-flip deals, improving neighborhoods through commercial real estate development, and marketing for top real estate brands in Houston. If you're selling a home in Houston, Michael leverages his expertise in real estate marketing and social m...

Iconic Conversations with Jacob Schoenberg - Founder & CEO of GrantX. Jacob Schoenberg is the Founder & CEO of GrantX. He is a former AI strategist and grant seeker with a robust background in finance and digital marketing. Driven by his firsthand frustration with outdated and inefficient grant funding processes while leading various projects in the  ClimateTech sector, Jacob founded Grant...

Michael Palank has been General Partner at MaC Venture Capital since its inception in January 2019. At MaC, Michael focuses on seed-stage consumer and enterprise startup investing across a number of sectors. Prior, he was General Partner at M Ventures, a Los Angeles and Bay Area based early-stage venture fund. Michael was a member of the founding team of MACRO Media, a disruptive media company fou...

Sonia worked for Amazon 15+ years ago as part of the team that launched the clothing category. She then co-founded a venture-backed mobile shopping startup that was acquired by RetailMeNot, at the time the largest digital coupon marketplace in the U.S. She led the mobile team at RetailMeNot for 2 years before joining Pritzker Group Venture Capital where she was a General Partner. At PGVC her marke...

John Diaz is the Founder and Managing Partner of Stone Mountain Ventures. His focus is on early stage investments throughout the healthcare, AI, consumer and technology space. Before founding Stone Mountain Ventures, John worked at Bain Capital Private Equity as an Associate, Grant Park Ventures as an Advisor, and Wellington Management as a Business Development Associate. He previously interned wi...

Ash Moraca is the founder of Retreat, an app dedicated to mental and emotional well-being through various holistic practices. With an Oxford MBA and certifications in yoga, breathwork, and other wellness modalities, Ash blends business expertise with spirituality to empower individuals to overcome limiting beliefs and connect with their true selves. Order some merch, Iconic Luxury Streetwear:  ⁠ht...

Irys Kornbluth is an LA-based entrepreneur, designer, and musician. She has been building sustainable fashion brands since 2011 and studied Design at Stanford. She’s performed at Carnegie Hall, worked on Netflix feature films, and co-designed products that are on shelves globally at major retailers. Order some merch, Iconic Luxury Streetwear:  ⁠https://www.iconicluxurystreetwear.com/⁠ Podcast &amp...

Sarthak Kaul is the Host of True Kauling, a podcast that helps people find clarity and inspiration to do the things that inspire them. Outside of that, he's a Founding member at Gigpay, a fintech that's revolutionizing the way the gig economy gets paid globally. He's in a MS program focused onTech Commercialization program at McCombs school of Business, UT Austin. Sarthak is originally from Gurgao...

Gabriel Nambila is an Interdisciplinary Engineer specializing in Cloud Computing and Geospatial Engineering. He develops innovative products and services that fuse technology, spatial insights, and user-centric design; with a driven to create solutions that address real-world problems, enhance user experiences, and better the planet. Takeaways The first art piece that inspired Gabriel was the Mona...

Triet Nguyen is a Principal at Render Capital. His journey in the world of investing began as a self-taught retail trader, a path he pursued to support his college education. After exploring multiple majors and universities, he ultimately earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with a specialization in market research from the University of Texas in Dallas. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Triet co...

Paige Goldstein is a Digital Nomad and has spent the past 3 years, traveling the world with her laptop. She started her digital nomad journey in Australia and have since worked in Hawaii, Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Greece, Portugal, Spain, Canary Islands, South Africa, Italy, Montenegro, and Croatia. Paige is passionate about the future of remote work, work/life balance, mental health, biohacking...

Kazunari Sutton, a humanitarian, anime artist, and track coach. They discuss Kazunari's experience coaching a young hurdler who is competing in the Junior Olympics. They also talk about the upcoming Olympics and the athletes to watch. Kazunari shares his personal journey and the lessons he has learned about self-discovery and submitting to God's plan. The conversation explores the theme of...

Sid Rao grew up in Austin and started his first company when he was 14 and eventually studied Supply Chain Management at The University of Texas’ McCombs School of Business. After graduating he spent time working at the Texan Venture Capital fund Capital Factory investing in 5 companies and working with hundreds of founders. He now is the Chief of Staff at Solideon, a company focused on taking off...

Sarah Romanko has been active in the startup and VC ecosystem since 2019 and worked for several VC firms and startups. In June 2023, she started speaking at startup and VC events (30 to date) on pitching, funding and investing, selecting a viable startup to invest in, and obtaining experience in VC. Throughout her VC journey, she’s crafted her personal brand on LinkedIn and grew it to 9.4k+ follow...

Jason Burchard is a Co-founder (and the older brother) at RootNote, a Nashville-based company that builds, supports, and invests in musician-owned companies. Prior to jumping into the world of music business entrepreneurship, Jason worked as a Fellow at Mustard Seed, a seed stage venture capital firm in London, and as a senior consultant at a Texas-based consultancy. From recording studios in Nair...

Lydia Tesema is a Melbourne born and raised, Ethiopian MC, Conversationalist, Moderator, Youth Programs Developer and Facilitator, Speaker, Community Engagement Consultant, multifaceted Creative and the founder of creative media platform 'Below The Surface'. Dedicated to carving out a unique and versatile career as a global Thought Leader, Conversationalist and Entrepreneur, Lydia divides...