The Jason Cavness Experience

Robert Masse is the founder of Astrolabe Analytics , a battery-software startup improving safety and extending the life of battery-powered fleets. Backed by the U.S. Air Force and National Science Foundation , Astrolabe bridges research and industry through predictive analytics and smart-battery management systems. In this episode, Robert shares how he turned 15 years of research into real-world i...

Seattle's Got Tech — 15 Live Startup Demos, Kevin Goldsmith's Keynote, and How CavnessHR Is Building the Future of HR Short Description (2–3 sentences) This special episode of The Jason Cavness Experience brings you inside Seattle's Got Tech — where 15 startups demoed real, working products, Kevin Goldsmith delivered a powerful keynote on leadership and innovation, and Jason shared how CavnessHR i...

Bridge Jackson is the Founder and CEO of OUInvest.ai , a bold and inclusive fintech platform helping African American women and LGBTQ+ communities build generational wealth through identity-centered investing. With a background in finance, culture, and equity, Bridge is redefining what it means to invest—with authenticity, accessibility, and unapologetic empowerment. Episode Highlights • How OUInv...

Alvaro Jimenez Jimenez is a global finance and tech leader whose career spans banking, private equity, blockchain, venture capital, and technology services. As Co-Founder of SELLNET.ai, he's helping companies navigate digital transformation through a curated network of over 400 tech and telecom providers. In this episode, Alvaro shares insights on leadership, innovation, and living meaningfully wh...

Cleo Escarez is the founder of Redyoos, a company reimagining jewelry production through clean tech and circular economy principles. With past leadership roles at Starbucks, Williams Sonoma, and Gap Inc., and as former COO of Boma Jewelry, Cleo has dedicated her career to building ethical, sustainable operations that reduce waste and empower responsible consumption across fashion and manufacturing...

Bianca Penuelas is a founder, operations strategist, and business transition expert who helps companies build the systems they need to grow, scale, or sell. With experience spanning tech and food startups, she's mastered the art of balancing structure with flexibility. In this episode, Bianca shares how operational excellence, leadership, and process design create sustainable companies ready for a...

Branden Doyle, Founder and CEO of Violett, is reimagining what clean air means for workplaces, schools, and homes. With roots in nuclear engineering and a passion for innovation, Branden turned science into scalable solutions for air purification and pathogen detection. His journey shows how real entrepreneurs bridge disciplines — from engineering labs to startup launchpads. Episode Highlights • T...

Francisca "Kika" Escobar Bascur is redefining how brands grow across borders. As founder of The Kickass Company and Sell With Kika, she's helped more than 250,000 entrepreneurs master eCommerce, scale through Shopify, and expand into international markets. From Santiago to Seattle, Kika's story shows that scaling isn't just about metrics — it's about connection, courage, and customer understanding...

Cody Brown, CEO of Security Research Group and former Navy Cyber Operations Specialist, brings over a decade of experience in offensive cyber operations, national defense, and enterprise security. From U.S. Cyber Command to startup leadership, Cody breaks down how modern cyber threats work, what's hype versus reality in AI security, and why every business — large or small — needs a defense mindset...

Syed K. Jamal is a founder, filmmaker, and Ford Fellow measuring what matters in education and the creative economy. From Tacoma–Kochi cross-cultural partnerships to mentoring global youth, Syed shows how storytelling, social capital, and community networks unlock smarter career paths and civic impact. This conversation maps a practical path from inspiration to measurable outcomes. Episode Highlig...

Robert Smedley, CIO of Atlas Design Group and founder of Smedley's IT, blends a passion for technology with a deep commitment to community service. From supporting affordable housing projects to helping small businesses and government teams stay secure, Bob's story is about purpose, practicality, and people. He shares lessons on leadership, integrity, and why curiosity is the ultimate competitive...

Evan Poncelet, Founding Managing Partner of Dreamward Ventures and Executive Director of Venture Black, is shaping a new generation of innovation and Black entrepreneurship. Drawing from 12+ years in tech and a family legacy rooted in economic justice, Evan shares how trust, intentionality, and access can reshape venture capital from the inside out. His story bridges heritage and innovation — and...

David Robicheaux, Founder of BlackMuse LLC , joins The Jason Cavness Experience to discuss how VR, AI, and immersive technology are transforming how we learn, train, and connect. With a career spanning virtual reality development, system administration, and educational innovation, David is at the forefront of building the bridge between technology and human potential . From leading VR development...

Emeka Alozie is a Principal at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) , where he helps startups bring emerging technologies to the Department of Defense. With over a decade of experience driving startup success from inception through Series A, Emeka's career spans venture capital, medical innovation, and social impact leadership. Before joining DIU, he led marketing and partnerships at IntuitiveX , hel...

Andrie's Bio: Yanjun (Andrie) Lin is a Veteran, technologist, and community builder known for her ability to reinvent herself and thrive across vastly different environments. Based in Seattle, she serves as VP of Program Management at Panda Mobile, leading the development of community-focused MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) that provide culturally relevant, niche wireless services to unde...

  Sponsored by CavnessHR CavnessHR delivers HR for small businesses with 49 or fewer employees. We combine a smart AI-driven HR platform with a dedicated HR Business Partner — giving founders real-time support without enterprise-level costs. Learn more: www. CavnessHR.com About Our Guest Dr. Jamar "Doc" Montgomery is a multifaceted leader bridging technology, law, and social impact. He's a blockch...

Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full conversation and more episodes with founders, builders, and leaders.   Barry's Bio Barry Gipson is a retired 23-year active-duty Navy veteran and the creator of OfficialAmerica'sTeam.com , the only blog dedicated to telling the real "Boots on Ground" stories of Dallas Cowboys fans who travel city to city to support their team. After retiring in...

Zion's Bio At just 18 years old, Zion Zhang is the Co-Founder of Ponder , a platform helping youth build real-world skills through projects guided by AI simulations of their future selves. Zion believes education will look radically different by 2035. The rise of AI, self-learning, and homeschooling are early signals of that transformation—and Ponder is his contribution to accelerating this change...

Andrew's Bio Andrew McMasters is an actor, director, author, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the performing arts and leadership development. He is the Founder of ImprovMindset LLC , a global training company that helps teams build communication, trust, and innovation through experiential learning and improvisation-based workshops . Andrew's work bridges the gap between perform...

Mark Shriner's Bio Mark Shriner is the Co-Founder and CEO of Breeze Docs , a Gen-AI-powered RFP response platform that helps companies reduce the time required to respond to RFPs, RFIs, security questionnaires, and other business documents by up to 90% . Before founding Breeze Docs, Mark served as CEO Asia Pacific at CLS Communication , a top financial translation provider, and as Director of Clie...

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David Boyd Bio David Boyd is the Founder and Certified Personal Chef behind Down to Earth Cuisine , an in-home meal prep service that brings gourmet, organic meals directly to clients' kitchens. With nearly a decade of experience, David and his team make healthy, high-quality eating effortless — customizing menus for each client's dietary needs while emphasizing sustainability and social impact. U...

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Sponsor The Jason Cavness Experience is sponsored by CavnessHR — providing HR to companies with 49 or fewer people. CavnessHR delivers a tech platform that automates HR while giving you access to a dedicated HR Business Partner. Learn more at www. CavnessHR.com Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms...

Sponsor The Jason Cavness Experience is sponsored by CavnessHR — providing HR to companies with 49 or fewer people. CavnessHR delivers a tech platform that automates HR while giving you access to a dedicated HR Business Partner. Learn more at www. CavnessHR.com Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms...