The Founder's Journey Podcast

How do successful founders thrive under intense pressure? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran, co-founder of Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners, reveals the concept of creative resilience—an essential trait for entrepreneurs who want to turn challenges into opportunities. Greg shares powerful stories from founders like Brian Chesky of Airbnb and Walter Randall of Lounge Stu...

Looking to raise seed funding for your startup? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran, a multi-exit founder and venture capitalist at Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners, breaks down the essential steps for securing your first round of institutional capital. Learn how to build a strong founding team, create an MVP, and craft a compelling pitch deck that will attract the right...

What really sets successful founders apart? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran, co-founder of Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners, shares groundbreaking research revealing the 4 key traits that every successful founder has in common. These traits are part of the "Adaptive Innovator Model" and include creative resilience, humble assertiveness, balanced risk-taking, and strat...

As a founder, staying focused under pressure is one of the most critical skills you can master. In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran shares proven strategies that top founders use to stay sharp and execute under stress. From time-blocking techniques to building mental resilience with visualization, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you lead more effectively...

Why do so many startups fail in the early stages? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran breaks down 4 critical mistakes that early-stage founders often make and more importantly, how to avoid them. Drawing from his experience as a multi-exit founder and venture capitalist, Greg highlights the importance of focus, listening to customer feedback, scaling at the right time, and...

As a startup founder, making quick and strategic decisions is key to success. In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran shares 3 powerful mental models to help you cut through the noise and lead your business with confidence. Learn how to apply these mental frameworks—opportunity cost, inversion, and the 80/20 rule—to make better, faster decisions and drive growth in your startup...

In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran shares a surprising take on procrastination—what if it's not your enemy, but a hidden superpower for startup founders and leaders? Most of us have been taught to see procrastination as a bad habit, but Greg flips the script and explains how delaying tasks can actually help you reflect, gain clarity, and unleash creativity. Learn how to ha...

In this episode of the Founders Journey podcast, Greg Moran, founder of Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners and Evergreen Growth Partners, shares invaluable insights on how to define and target your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). With over 20 years of experience as a startup founder and CEO, Greg walks you through the step-by-step process of identifying your most valuable customers, refining your sa...

In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, we look into the 5 most common mistakes companies make when scaling their go-to-market strategy—and how to avoid them. Whether you're a startup founder or part of a growing business, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you build a strong foundation for long-term success. Learn why market research is crucial, how to avoid scaling to...

In this video, we dive deep into the concept of Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and why it’s crucial for entrepreneurs, marketers, and business owners to understand. Drawing from my 20+ years of experience as a startup founder, I break down the CAC formula, explain its significance in long-term business growth, and offer actionable strategies to optimize your sales and marketing efforts. Whether y...

Struggling to make your board meetings more effective? In this video, I'll shares expert advice on how to create a strategic board deck that drives impactful decisions. Learn how to maximize your board meetings by crafting a deck that informs and guides your board through meaningful discussions. Key Takeaways: - What is a Board Deck? Understand its real purpose and how it can elevate your board me...

Understanding Term Sheets for Startup Success! Welcome back to the Founders Journey Podcast with Greg Moran from Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners! In this deep dive, we're unpacking one of the most critical documents in the startup world— "the venture capital term sheet." Whether you're gearing up for your first funding round or looking to sharpen your investment knowledge, this video is your gu...

Investor Rights Explained: Key Insights for Founders & Investors | Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners In this video, I demystify the crucial topic of Investor Rights in venture capital. Whether you're a founder or investor, understanding these rights—like liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, and voting rights—is essential for safeguarding your interests and navigating funding de...

In this video, we break down the essential concepts of how VC funding works and how to determine your startup's valuation. Whether you're a founder looking to raise capital or just curious about the process, this 15-minute guide will walk you through key factors that influence your company's valuation during a venture capital round.  Learn about pre-money vs. post-money valuation, the impact of ma...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter to receive exclusive content👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi Discover how a life-changing decision in 2018 led Jasper Polak to leave a conventional career and embrace the startup life. In this episode of the Founders Journey podcast, Jasper shares his incredible story of transitioning from corporate management to becoming a fractional COO in the outdoor ind...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter to receive exclusive content👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the journey of startup founders, exploring the challenges and triumphs that shape the path from concept to success. Our guest, Martin Babinec, shares his incredible experience in building Trinet, a company that rose to prominence by innovating in the P...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter to receive exclusive content👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi Dive into the inspiring journey of Jeff Olson, co-founder of the pioneering bike-share company that transformed urban transportation in North America. In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Jeff shares how he and his team built a successful startup from scratch, turning an idea discussed...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter to receive exclusive content👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi Welcome to another insightful episode of the Founders Journey Podcast! Today, we dive deep into the startup ecosystem with Peter Walker, Head of Data Analytics at Carta. In this episode, we discuss the shifting landscape of startup funding, the impact of interest rates, and the challenges that fou...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter to receive exclusive content👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi Connecting Talent Globally: Roger Einstoss' Story Join us on the Founders Journey Podcast as we explore the journey of Roger Einstoss, co-founder of Brintly. Roger shares his experiences in connecting American tech companies with top talent from Latin America. Learn about the challenges of buildin...

📌 Subscribe to The Founder’s Journey Newsletter and never miss an episode!  Our subscribers receive exclusive content, too! 👉https://bit.ly/3S6hqMi From Humble Beginnings to Business Success: Adam Rossi's Journey Join us on the Founders Journey Podcast as we explore the incredible journey of Adam Rossi, co-founder of Platinum Solutions. Adam shares his experiences of starting a software company...

Join us on the Founders Journey Podcast as we delve into the entrepreneurial journey of Ron Carson, founder of Thirdside. Ron shares his insights on building a successful business, focusing on customer feedback, and leveraging market research. Learn how Ron navigated challenges, maintained resilience, and applied innovative solutions to grow his company. This episode is packed with practical advic...

Transforming Employee Engagement: Insights from Michael Fodera Welcome to the Founders Journey Podcast! In this episode, we feature Michael Fodera, founder of Trova, a platform revolutionizing how employees connect and engage. Michael's journey from working at major corporations like Dell and HP to creating Trova offers valuable lessons on innovation, resilience, and modernizing remote work engage...

Blendrit Elezaj shares his journey, starting from his education at Syracuse University to returning to Kosovo to start Tactica. Despite the challenges of operating from a young, small country, Blendrit and his team have built a thriving digital marketing agency serving around 75 US clients. Blendrit discusses the initial struggles of starting Tactica, including losing early clients and the difficu...

Revolutionizing the Art Industry: Brendan Burns on Startup Innovation Welcome to the Founders Journey Podcast! In this episode, we feature Brendan Burns, an innovative entrepreneur who is disrupting the art industry. Brendan's journey is a fascinating exploration of how technology can revolutionize traditional markets and empower creators. Brendan Burns begins by discussing the art market, which i...

Overcoming the Odds: Beatriz Acevedo's Journey to Entrepreneurial Success Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Founders Journey Podcast. Today, we feature Beatriz Acevedo, a remarkable entrepreneur who defied the odds to build successful ventures in the tech and media industries. Beatriz’s journey is a powerful story of resilience, determination, and breaking barriers in the entrepreneurial...