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Caroline Winnett is the Executive Director at Berkeley SkyDeck, a world leading startup accelerator. We discuss * What it is like running a startup accelerator. * How academics make the decision to commercialize their ideas and research. *  What Skydeck looks for in applicants. * Advising startups on their best path forward. About their fund _ _ _ _ The Berkeley SkyDeck Fund is the investment partner for UC Berkeley’s SkyDeck Accelerator Program. The Fund invests $200K into each startup that goes through SkyDeck, and can participate in later stage investment rounds with Berkeley founders. One of the most active seed investors in the Bay Area, the Fund has made over 130 investments in 3 years!   In a first-of-its-kind, public-private partnership, the Berkeley SkyDeck Fund shares one-half of fund profits with UC Berkeley. This unique partnership helps support UC Berkeley education and creates a source of funding for UC Berkeley’s public education mission.   The Berkeley SkyDeck Fund is run by Chon Tang, Managing Partner, and Brian Bordley, Partner. It is funded by organizations such as Sequoia Capital, Sierra Ventures, and Canvas Ventures, as well as other VC firms, individuals, and large corporations. Learn more about Berkeley Skydeck: https://skydeck.berkeley.edu/our_team [https://skydeck.berkeley.edu/our_team/] GRAB YOUR COPY OF STARTUP MINDSETS ON AMAZON, UNLOCK VALUABLE LIFE AND BUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM OUR RESEARCH, PODCAST, AND LIFE EXPERIENCES: https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Mindsets-Blueprint-Innovation-Driven-Connected [https://www.amazon.com/Startup-Mindsets-Blueprint-Innovation-Driven-Connected/dp/9815204874/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TCL9L0EZPI1F&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.x4QX_wiZMXF5-NRXQnIoccghWJuNE8WRlsD_tNLm5l4.iLyUPuRRmmUiKYfVJpHyA07WmZOQBZDXhOFwhtPvvXc&dib_tag=se&keywords=startup+mindsets+dan+gonzales&qid=1733460395&sprefix=%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1]

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Alex Londo and Mike Liu join the podcast to discuss their startup's partnership and collaboration. In this conversation, Mike breaks down how FreeFuse is transforming customer engagement and training with interactive media, bringing a whole new level of personalization and impact to digital experiences. 🌐 Imagine being able to create paths and journeys within a single video—content that feels like it was made just for you! But it doesn’t stop there. FreeFuse is also diving into automation with custom GPTs, helping teams streamline workflows and connect more effectively with their audiences. 📈 Check out the episode for insights into how interactive media can unlock new possibilities for businesses of any size. It’s a must-listen for founders, marketers, and anyone passionate about rethinking customer engagement! 🎧 Listen to the episode here: Startup Mindsets Podcast on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4E1xPCJRiI6AS2RwYhcbSg]📖 Dive deeper: FreeFuse x Startup Mindsets Partnership [https://freefuse.com/blog/partnership-announcement-freefuse-x-nativemsg] #StartupMindsets #FreeFuse #InteractiveMedia #CustomerJourney #Automation #Podcast

Jane Mosbacher Morris stops by the podcast to share how her book and company go hand in hand in creating ethical supply chains for retail. Clients include Coca Cola, Visa, and Bloomingdales. Jane Mosbacher Morris is the founder and CEO of To The Market, a turnkey solution for ethical manufacturing, connecting brands and retailers to a syndicated network of sustainable, story-rich suppliers. Jane started To The Market with a vision to democratize access to the global supply chain and provide makers around the world with the economic empowerment that comes from safe, dignified, fairly paid work. Our conversation covers Jane’s background in foreign relations, how To The Market is giving underrepresented entrepreneurs access to global supply chains, and the importance of sustainability and resilience in supply chains. PROMOS: Join PICKS and get a $100 deposit match when you make your first deposit using my promo code: RF-DANFROMSF https://sleeper.com/picks/register?c=give_get&o_t=picks&p=any&p_c=RF-DANFROMSF [https://sleeper.com/picks/register?c=give_get&o_t=picks&p=any&p_c=RF-DANFROMSF] Use CODE: DANGONZALES121 on Hoteltonight for $50 off your first stay! Join STARTUP MINDSETS EMAIL LIST: https://www.startupmindsets.com/contact [https://www.startupmindsets.com/contact]

Today’s guest is Torrey Smith, an eclectic entrepreneur and CEO of Endiatx, the pillbot startup.  Watch the Pillbot in action on TedX: https://www.ted.com/talks/alex_luebke_vivek_kumbhari_how_you_could_see_inside_your_body_with_a_micro_robot?subtitle=en [https://www.ted.com/talks/alex_luebke_vivek_kumbhari_how_you_could_see_inside_your_body_with_a_micro_robot?subtitle=en] My book, Startup Mindsets, is coming out on Jan. 26, 2025 reserve a copy with your email address here: https://www.startupmindsets.com/book [https://www.startupmindsets.com/book] Your support over the years has meant a lot to me! We have eclipsed 8.1K streams on all podcast platforms this month.  Submit questions for future guests or ask me something: https://www.startupmindsets.com/contact [https://www.startupmindsets.com/contact] Our merch store will be back up soon: startupmindsets.com/shop Getting an investment after 3 years of email updates 4:24 Living with artists 7:00 building friendships all around the world 9:37 Endiatx name meaning 10:10 Swallowing robots Clinical Trials in New Zealand, used in a real clinic 13:25 Handling negative feedback, keeping optimism in the face of rejection.  33:20 Cool dialogue about venture and Silicon Valley  36:30 90 clinics and 10 dreamers walk into a room 39:28 The nail that sticks out will get hammered down. 44:00 The least fundable startup company 47:00 Having nothing to lose, what you’re risking by not launching the company  49:00 I innovate for the roof over my wife’s head, when I hustle I hustle for their sake, for the patients we can treat with this technology.  Who are you fighting for? Why are you? Is your hustle pure? Are you trying to save lives? 52:00 Let’s go build some dreams! Slide Decks, Spreadsheets and Robots for the body.