The TAGLine Podcast

Launching a company is challenging. Raising capital while building the business is even harder. In this episode of the TAGLine Podcast, Justin Starbird sits down with Rob Whitten and Jane Lo , co-founders of P!ng , to reflect on their crowdfunding journey and what they've learned after months of building their Wefunder campaign. The conversation explores the realities of raising capital for a...

Most people think tax strategy is something to deal with only when the books close at year-end. Tim Parrish , the CEO of Sagemont Advisors , says that’s a massive mistake!  In this episode of TAGLine , we talk about why so many founders and family business owners leave money on the table, literally, because they don’t see tax as a growth tool.  We get into the actual, practical side of things, lik...

Ever wonder why brilliant scientific breakthroughs sometimes crash and burn before they hit the market? It’s not usually because the science was bad; it’s because the operational strategy was missing. In this episode of TAGLine , we’re joined by Tony Lopez , CEO of AVS Life Sciences . Tony has been in the trenches of MedTech and pharma validation for decades, and he pulls no punches on what it act...

Stop waiting for your company to hand you a promotion!  Dr. Deepak Bhootra , Founder of RISEUP @Work , joins the TAGLine podcast to expose the myth of corporate loyalty and the truth about career growth in the age of AI.  From a "do-good idea" to securing funding, Deepak gets vulnerable about his humbling journey as a first-time CEO, the crucial lessons learned from his biggest failures, and why e...

Tired of making food sacrifices? You’re not alone!  In this must-listen episode of The TAGline Podcast , Justin Starbird sits down with Omar Atia , the CEO and Founder of ZeroCarb LYFE , to explore his mission to transform health through food.  Omar, a chemical engineer with a background at Kraft and ConAgra, spills the details on how he cracked the code for a patented, chicken-based, zero-carb pi...

The IPO Tragedy is Over: Wefunder President Jonny Price on Unlocking Wealth & Why Your Community is Your Best Capital You don't have to be a millionaire to invest in the next SpaceX or OpenAI. Wefunder President Jonny Price joins Justin Starbird for a deep, candid look at how investment crowdfunding is finally giving the 90% a chance to share in pre-IPO wealth creation. Jonny breaks down: The...

Get the insider scoop on the future of electrification!  We chat with Shamara Ray, Group Event Director for The Battery Show South, about the massive growth in the "Battery Belt" and why Charlotte, NC (April 22-23) is the place to be.  Shamara shares: Why the show had to move from Atlanta (spoiler: FIFA!) The unexpected power of co-locating with MD&M South And the key trends in AI, s...

Forget everything you think you know about crowdfunding. Devin Thorpe , founder of Superpowers for Good and former Forbes contributor, is one of the biggest champions of purpose-driven finance and he sees a future where all deals are done this way. In this candid conversation, TAGLine sits down with Devin to break down: The biggest misunderstanding holding people back from smart investment in the...

Tired of the "buy-and-hold and hope" investing strategy? In this episode of TAGLine, we sit down with Dr. Adam Link , founder of Fireweed Capital , for a candid talk about how he’s flipping passive investing on its head. Dr. Link shares his unique journey from decades in cybersecurity and data science to becoming an SEC-registered financial advisor. Discover the active risk management ph...

Join Justin Starbird as he sits down with finance veteran and founder of Planet Positive Investing , Mark Perlmutter , for an in-depth look at how the crowdfunding landscape is evolving to deliver real impact and smarter deals. Mark, whose career spans from licensed stockbroker to pioneering online IPOs in the '90s, cuts through the noise of the startup world to share invaluable insights for a...

Kicking off season two of The TAGLine Podcast , we sit down with finance veteran and editor of The Shack; Media Hub and The Heritage Project , CJ Connell, for a candid and authoritative look at modern capital formation.  Connell, who famously walked away from Morgan Stanley in 2007 and hasn't looked back, argues that the core of American entrepreneurship has been strangled by Depression-era re...

In this candid and insightful episode, we sit down with Josh Resnikof, CEO and Founder of TMA Precision Health (soon to be Sunstone Health), a company leveraging employer claims data to dramatically reduce costs and power effective care for high-cost, complex patients. Josh's journey from biomedical engineer to founder is an entrepreneurial masterclass, fueled by a deeply personal mission in t...

What happens when a company dares to rethink how innovation gets funded!?  In this episode of the TAGLine Podcast, Justin Starbird sits down with CEO of Rise Robotics, Hiten Sonpal, to talk about a crowdfunding campaign that didn’t just take off, it shattered records. From redefining outdated industrial technology to earning the support of thousands of everyday investors, Rise has proven that mome...

In this episode of The TAGLine Podcast, host Justin Starbird sits down with Kerim Kfuri, CEO and President of The Atlas Network and author of Supply Chain – Ups and Downs. Justin and Kerim cut through the noise, revealing how meticulous attention to detail, proactive risk mitigation, and a nimble approach can transform operational challenges into significant competitive advantages. Kerim, with dec...

In this episode of the TAGLine podcast, host Justin Starbird welcomes Matthew Lane, VP of Sales at Straight North, to discuss the evolving landscape of digital marketing partnerships. Matthew shares Straight North's focus on search marketing (SEO and paid advertising) for B2B lead generation and how they stay ahead of rapid changes in the industry, particularly with the rise of AI. Key discussion...

What does innovation look like after a career at one of the world’s most iconic industrial companies? In this episode, we sit down with Ken Gray, retired Caterpillar executive turned startup advisor, to explore how storytelling, mentorship, and curiosity are shaping the future of legacy industries like construction and mining. Ken reflects on his journey from corporate giant to entrepreneurial gui...

Key Takeaways: The Universal Challenge: Learn why many B2B companies, regardless of size, struggle to align their high-level strategy with day-to-day operations and achieve desired outcomes. Hoshin Kanri Explained: Discover Toyota's powerful, yet often unknown, management system for defining, aligning, executing, and continuously improving strategic objectives. Beyond Accountability: Understan...

Unlocking sustainable business growth is a challenge every B2B leader faces, but in this episode of The TAGLine Podcast, you’ll find a clear, actionable roadmap forward! Join host Justin Starbird as he sits down with Nic Conley, the creator of "The Follow-Up", one of the most valuable newsletters in the B2B sales and marketing space. Nic pulls back the curtain on the strategies that help...

In this episode of The TAGLine Podcast, host Justin Starbird sits down with Neel Bhargava, founder of NB Group, to unpack a bold and refreshing take on private equity—one rooted in real partnership, operational excellence, and transformative growth. 🎯 If you're a B2B business leader looking to scale, navigate founder transitions, or simply better understand the evolving landscape of investmen...

In this episode of The TAGLine Podcast , host Justin Starbird sits down with Sabir Semerkant , the visionary founder of Growth by Sabir . With over two decades of experience and a track record of driving over a billion dollars in incremental revenue for e-commerce brands, Sabir shares his unique 8-dimensional framework for accelerating growth and building powerhouse brands in today's competiti...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of The TAGLine Podcast , powered by The Aebli Group! 📍 Recorded live at MD&M East 2025 in New York City. We're kicking things off at MD&M East 2025 with a conversation that dives deep into the intersection of optics, innovation, and MedTech commercialization. Watch this entertaining behind-the-scenes conversation with Host Justin Starbird, who is joined by Clay...

As The Inspectations Podcas t wraps up this chapter, we’re excited to introduce our next evolution, The TAGline Podcast . Same mission: to bring you the insights and strategies that fuel business growth. But with a sharper focus and a bold new name that reflects the future of B2B marketing. We can’t wait for you to join us there. Follow The TAGline Podcast wherever you listen.