The Innovators Podcast

In episode 51, Breanna Selsor, a Marketing and Communications intern at Iowa State University is joined by Jonathan Duron as part of the Young Innovators Series. Jonathan shares the story that led him to create TagLink and discusses his future business goals. Thank you for listening!

On episode 50 of the Innovators Podcast Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Peterson, the Strategic Partnerships Manager at Alliant Energy. Nick dives into the unique strategies he has put in place at Alliant Energy and specifically discusses the partnerships he has developed with Iowa State University. Thank you for listening!

On episode 49 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Klein, Partner/Director of Creative Services of iSO-FORM, and Jack Nelson, Senior Medical Animator of iSO-FORM. Alison, Nick, and Jack dive into conversation about the lineage of iSO-FORM to what they are up to today! Thank you for listening!

On episode 48 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc. Nigel discusses Skroots' focus on personalized cell therapy and Skroots' plans for the future. Thank you for listening!

On episode 47 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems. Alison and Brent discuss the how Pyrone Systems was developed and their upcoming future goals. Thank you for listening!

In episode 46, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at Iowa State University, is joined by Mia Nichols as a part of the Young Innovators Series. Mia shares her story on her experience as well as her business goals for the future. Thank you for listening!

In episode 45, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Tommy and Michael as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Tommy and Michael, Founders and CEOs of Tom Collins Soap Co. to discuss their story, CYstarters experience, future business goals, and all things soap. Thank you for listening!

In episode 44, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Blake as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Blake, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies to discuss her story, CYstaters, future business goals, and all things green. If you need a plant sitter, this is the girl for you. Tune in for a few plant tips and tr...

In episode 43, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, introduces the new mini-series called Young Innovators. Riley sits down with Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ to discuss his story, CYstarters, and future goals for the business. In addition, Andrew talks about authentic Korean BBQ to get your taste buds tingling. Thank you...

On this special edition episode of the Innovators Podcast, Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor, interviews Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, interns in the NextGen Innovation Impact Study. In this episode, Rebekah and Lex and Olivia discuss their semester-long projects that dig into innovations that are driving sustainability across the agricultural industry. Thank you for...

On episode 41 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360. In this episode, Alison and Chris discuss the entrepreneurial resources Chris utilized during his time at Iowa State University, and how this has grown into his own company that Cyclone fans everywhere are able to utilize. Thank y...

On episode 40 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics. In this episode, Alison and Patrick discuss entrepreneurship, water efficacy in crops, and the impact proso millet could have on the environment and agriculture industry. Thank you for listening!

On episode 39 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms. In this episode, they discuss Mooney’s entrepreneurial journey, resources utilized by Mooney, and his company located in the Iowa State University Research Park. Thank you for listening!

On episode 38 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Daniel Oh, President & CEO of AgCertain. Throughout the podcast they discuss AgCertain development, resources for companies in Central Iowa, and placemaking. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!

On episode 37 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Craig Rupp, the CEO of Sabanto. Throughout the podcast, they discuss Rupp's electrical engineering career, autonomous agriculture, and much more. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy. 

On episode 36 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Chief Relationship Officer at the Iowa State University Research Park interviewed Colin Hurd the CEO of Mach Inc. They discussed Colin's career and innovation in the agriculture industry. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.

On this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Ty Cook, a Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio. We discuss Ty's role at Pivot Bio, customer relations, and living in the Ames area. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Innovators Podcast! 

On episode 34 of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Mike Roof, Chief Technology Officer Vaccines & Immunotherapeutic at Iowa State University. We talked about Mikes journey, Vaccines, Success stories and what innovation means to him. We really enjoyed this episode and had a blast talking with Mike! We hope you enjoy!

In Episode 33 of The Innovators Podcast, we spoke with Megan Sweere. Megan is the Program Coordinator at ISU Pappajohn Center. In this episode we talked about CYstarters, this years cohort, her experience with CYstarters, and life in Ames. We really enjoyed this conversation and we hope you do too!

In episode 32 of The Innovators Podcast, we had the opportunity to speak with James Oliver, Director of the Iowa State University Student Innovation Center. We talked about what the Student Innovation Center is, the resources it has to offer, why students should use the Innovation Center, and what Innovation means to him. I really enjoyed this podcast and we hope you do too!

In this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we interviewed a returning guest, Max Mussell. Max is the founder of TipTop. We talked about what his company is, why he rebranded, and the future of TipTop. He also touched on what innovation means to him and some things he has learned on his journey. We had an amazing time recording this episode and are excited for the future of TipTop. Thanks and we ho...

On episode 30 of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Adam Jackson and Sarah Lagomarcino, Iowa State Research Park Interns. In this episode, they shared their future plans, favorite memories and projects while working at the Research Park, advice for future interns, and mentors that have helped them along away. Listen in to learn a little bit about these two awesome seniors!

On Episode 29 of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Kevin Kimle, Rastetter Chair of Agricultural Entrepreneurship at Iowa State University, Director of the Agricultural Entrepreneurship Initiative, and Teaching Professor in the Department of Economics. We talked about his past projects, Ag startup engine success, and his work as a professor. We really enjoyed this episode and we hope you do to...

On this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we interviewed Tracy Uhlman, the Senior Director of Strategy and Project Management of the America's Cultivation Corridor. She is currently strategizing for international startups in the Iowa agriculture industry. Before she began at Cultivation Corridor, Tracy worked at John Deere for 20 years. Her experience at John Deere gives her knowledge of the inne...

In episode 27 of the Innovator podcast, we talked with Billi Hunt, the Executive Director of the America’s Cultivation Corridor. She is a long time member of the Ames community having graduated from Iowa State University in 1993. Following graduation, she worked at Dupont as a Government Affairs Manager. She worked there for 20 years until she began at Cultivation Corridor. In the episode, we talk...