Iowa Tech Podcast

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Welcome to the Iowa Tech Podcast, your gateway to the vibrant world of technology and innovation right here in Iowa. Each week, we dive into the dynamic landscape of Iowa's tech industry, showcasing the brilliant minds, groundbreaking startups, and transformative ideas that are shaping the future. Join our host, Kaylee Williams, as we sit down with tech entrepreneurs, industry experts, and thought leaders who are driving change and pushing boundaries in fields ranging from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to agtech and clean energy. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a budding in...

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A Veteran of the Des Moines' Startup Community, John Jackovin 10.09.2024 37:55

On this week's Iowa Tech Podcast, host Kaylee Williams interviews John Jackovin, the Executive Director of the Broker Tech Ventures Accelerator. John shares insights into his extensive experience in the Des Moines startup ecosystem, discussing his journey from founding multiple companies to his current role in supporting startups through the Accelerator. The conversation covers John's early ventur...

How to Raise Venture Capital with Liz Keehner 03.09.2024 42:42

The latest episode of the Iowa Tech Podcast features an interview with Liz Keehner, Vice President at Next Level Ventures. Liz shares her journey from Iowa to Austin, Texas, where she gained valuable experience in venture capital before returning to Iowa to raise her family and continue her career. She discusses her role at Next Level Ventures, overseeing investments in Iowa-based technology compa...

From Founding to Funding: Kirps on Building WorkHound and Shaping Iowa's Startup Scene 27.08.2024 59:44

In this episode of the Iowa Tech Podcast, host Kaylee Williams interviews Andrew Kirpalani, co-founder of WorkHound, about his entrepreneurial journey. Andrew shares how he and his co-founder Max Farrell transformed a bar napkin sketch into a successful startup that provides employee engagement and feedback solutions for non-desk workers. He discusses the various stages of the company's growth, fr...

Bench to Marketplace: Building a Biotech Startup with Dr. Tony Vanden Bush 20.08.2024 47:36

In this insightful episode of the Iowa Tech Podcast, host Kaylee Williams sits down with Dr. Tony Vanden Bush, CEO of Syntherna, to explore the intricacies of biotech entrepreneurship, the challenges of scaling scientific discoveries, and the leadership lessons learned along the way. With a strong background in biochemistry and immunology, Dr. Vanden Bush has traversed a unique path, from academia...

How to Get to Your First $1M in ARR with Emily Steele of The Hummingbirds 13.08.2024 39:30

Join us in our first podcast interview with Emily Steele, the CEO & Co-Founder of The Hummingbirds, a SaaS startup that connects hyper-local social media enthusiasts and influencers with their favorite local brands to increase sales. Emily shares the story behind her company, which harnesses the power of word-of-mouth marketing through a network of local influencers known as "Hummingbirds." She di...