Inside Startup Investing with Chris Lustrino

In this episode, we explore the innovative world of sustainable building materials with Mattie Mead, founder and CEO of Hempitecture. Discover how Hempitecture is harnessing the power of hemp to revolutionize the construction industry and combat carbon emissions.  Highlights include: Sustainable Innovation: Learn how Hempitecture uses hemp to create eco-friendly building materials. Challenges and...

In this episode, Chris dives into the rapidly evolving world of vegan fast food with Chris Treloar, CEO of PLNT Burger.   Key highlights include: Leadership Insights: Discover how Chris Treloar’s strategic leadership is steering PLNT Burger towards a sustainable future. Innovative Partnerships: Learn about PLNT Burger’s unique collaboration with Whole Foods and how it fosters growth and accessibil...

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we explore the fascinating world of sports investment with Michael Smith, majority owner of Carrick Rangers Football Club. Learn about the club's rich history, strategic moves, and ambitious plans for the future, including their aim to enhance their academy and compete on European stages. Highlights include: Historic Club with Modern Ambitions...

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we explore how WeatherFlow-Tempest, led by CEO Buck Lyons, is transforming local weather forecasting. Discover how their unique combination of hardware and software provides precise weather data right from your front lawn, enhancing the accuracy of local weather predictions. Highlights include: Dual Approach: Insight into WeatherFlow-Tempest’s...

Join us on this episode of Inside Startup Investing as we dive into the innovative world of drone technology with Rob Cammack, CEO of SmartDrone. Discover how SmartDrone is revolutionizing the land surveying industry by drastically reducing the time and manpower required to survey large areas.  Key highlights include: Drone Revolution: A decade after the drone hype cycle, SmartDrone emerges as a l...

Tune in to this enlightening episode of Inside Startup Investing where we explore the future of energy storage with Michael Pratt, CEO of Qnetic. Discover how Qnetic is tackling the challenges of renewable energy integration with their innovative mechanical flywheel technology.  Highlights include… Transition to Energy Storage (3:05) Mechanical Flywheel Energy Storage (7:05) Comparing Flywheel to...

In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of hospital supply management with Roy Malkin, CEO of Assured Med Supply (AMS). Discover how AMS is leveraging AI to streamline hospital procurement processes, ensuring that hospitals can efficiently manage supplies and avoid costly shortages.  Highlights include… The AMS AI Solution: How AMSAI is optimizing hospital supply chains, acting as a...

In this episode, Chris Lustrino talks to Dr. Arup Roy-Burman, founder of Elemeno Health. Discover how Elemeno Health tackles the urgent need for up-to-date training in healthcare settings with their innovative microlearning platform. Designed to provide immediate, actionable information, Elemeno Health aids healthcare professionals in making critical decisions swiftly and accurately. Dr. Roy-Burma...

In this episode, we speak with Luis Mata and Gabriel Llaurado, the co-founders of Meat N' Bone, an innovative retailer and direct-to-consumer provider of high-end proteins, including a variety of meats and fish. Discover how Meat N' Bone is filling a critical market gap by offering an extensive selection of quality meats, ranging from ribeyes to Wagyu, appealing to serious home chefs and food love...

In this episode, we dive deep into the innovative world of Pivotal Health with its CEO, Sal Braico. Pivotal Health is revolutionizing the urgent care industry by bringing high-quality medical services directly to patients' homes. With 13,000+ visits and rave reviews, Pivotal Health addresses the inefficiencies of traditional healthcare by eliminating the need for waiting rooms and reducing adminis...

In this episode, Chris speaks with Justin Giuffrida, the co-founder and CEO of Citizens Coffee. With over $27 million in lifetime sales, Citizens Coffee is not just a café but a burgeoning lifestyle brand. Justin discusses the uniqueness of Australian coffee culture, which he is transplanting into the U.S. market with an emphasis on quality and community. Their rapid expansion in New York and Texa...

In this episode, host Chris interviews Erik DeGiorgi, the CEO of NetSpeek , a company evolving audiovisual (A/V) management in the workplace. NetSpeek is addressing the common and frustrating interoperability issues in modern offices by making all AV devices communicate seamlessly. Erik, who has nearly two decades of experience in the Pro A/V industry, shares insights on the inception of NetSpeek...

In this episode, Chris sits down with Dr. Cathy Key, the president and chief business officer of World Tree . Discover the unique and sustainable investment opportunities World Tree offers through the growth and harvest of the Empress tree. Learn about the environmental impact, the innovative profit-sharing model with farmers, and how these fast-growing trees can provide significant returns while...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino speaks with Doron Kempel, founder and CEO of Our Bond, a company revolutionizing personal security. Our Bond provides a mobile security service that protects individuals rather than just physical spaces, offering real-time assistance and intervention in unsafe situations. Kempel shares his journey from founding companies sold to majo...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino welcomes back Jeff Annison, co-founder and President of Legion M, a pioneering fan-owned media company. Legion M leverages equity crowdfunding to unite a million fans in revolutionizing the media landscape. Annison discusses the company's journey, its significant milestones, and the future trajectory in democratizing media production...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino is joined by Jaeson Bang, CEO of Future Cardia, to explore the groundbreaking developments in heart monitoring technology. Future Cardia is pioneering a minimally invasive, implantable device designed for the continuous monitoring of heart arrhythmia, which represents a significant leap forward in patient care and medical data accura...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino engages in a captivating conversation with David Phillips, CEO of Elf Labs. David shares the intriguing journey of how Elf Labs acquired the rights to a collection of beloved children’s book characters, transforming them into a massive intellectual property powerhouse capable of rivaling major franchises in the entertainment industry. Hig...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Troy Helming, CEO of EarthGrid . Troy discusses EarthGrid's innovative approach to infrastructure with its plasma tunnel boring technology designed to streamline and accelerate underground construction. This groundbreaking method not only promises to revolutionize how utilities, data centers, and energy companies manage their i...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris interviews Ronny Shmoel, the CEO of Circuit City . Ronny shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur with significant success in e-commerce, leading to the revival of Circuit City. He delves into his strategic approach to transforming this iconic brand through innovative e-commerce solutions and leveraging its well-established name to venture into...

In this episode, Chris is joined by Joel Stanley, CEO of AJNA BioSciences . Joel discusses his transition from co-founding Charlotte’s Web, a pioneer in the CBD industry, to establishing AJNA BioSciences. He shares the powerful backstory of how his work with CBD began, notably with Charlotte Figi, a young girl whose severe seizures were dramatically reduced using a CBD-rich extract. This episode g...

In this episode, Adam Salmen, Managing Director at Novastone Capital Advisors , joins Chris. Adam discusses the intricacies of their search fund model, a high-performing private equity strategy rooted in acquiring stable, cash-flowing businesses. He elaborates on their methodical approach to identifying a target company, codenamed " Project Buffalo ", leveraging debt financing, and institutionaliz...

In this episode, Chris speaks with Gary Skulnik, founder and CEO of Neighborhood Sun , a company innovating in the community solar power sector. Neighborhood Sun provides an accessible solar power solution for individuals who cannot install solar panels due to various constraints. Gary shares his journey from being a climate activist to pioneering community solar projects that allow consumers to b...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris engages with Caroline Strzalka, Co-Founder and COO of Overplay , a company merging gaming, the creator economy, and AI innovation. Overplay's platform allows users to transform any video into an interactive mini-game, creating a new form of media engagement. Caroline, with her rich background from Sesame Street to investment banking (and a repeat...

In this episode,  Chris talks with Leigh Colby, founder and CEO of TriAgenics, a company on a mission to eliminate the pain and complications associated with wisdom teeth. Leigh, a seasoned dentist and entrepreneur, dives into how his new technology can prevent wisdom teeth from ever developing in children, which could transform dental care practices. Leigh's commitment to changing the standard de...

In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino engages with Conor Cullinane, the Founder and CEO of Pirouette Medical . Conor shares his unique journey from aerospace engineering to launching a medical device startup aimed at revolutionizing the way medications like epinephrine and naloxone are administered. The discussion delves into the human-centered design philosophy behind P...