Startup Palette Show: Startup Superstars

Scaling AI Education for the Future | Annie Liao | Build Club

In this captivating episode of NiceTo' [https://niceto.io]s Startup Palette Show Live, proudly supported by Investment NSW, we delve into the life and career of a young visionary recently named in Forbes 30 under 30. Starting from a disciplined childhood with immigrant parents and a strong focus on academics and art, she shares her journey through early entrepreneurial ventures in primary school, leading corporate roles, and pivoting into the world of AI and data science. Her passion for community building eventually led to the creation of BuildClub, a thriving global AI community and educational platform. This story is a testament to the power of hard work, continuous learning, and community-driven success. Connect with Annie - Annie Liao's Profile for her Forbes 30 under 30 award [https://www.forbes.com.au/topics/annie-liao/ ]: Learn more about Annie's professional background. - Explore Build Club [https://www.buildclub.ai/]: An AI e-learning platform founded by Annie Liao, dedicated to empowering individuals to build AI projects and gain certifications. - Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annieliaoo/] Proudly Supported by Investment NSW [https://www.investment.nsw.gov.au/] Investment NSW drives economic growth and prosperity for the people of NSW by bringing together business, government and priority markets to deliver on the government’s strategic priorities and boost the state’s innovation, industry, investment and trade. We do this by: - Growing a sustainable and resilient NSW economy - Stimulating the creation and growth of innovation-intensive businesses in target sectors - Leveraging our global network to showcase NSW in priority markets and help build export capability Also a huge thank you to Nakatomi [https://nakatomi.com/] The venture studio to help accelerate your ambitious ideas.

From Hippie Roots to Venture Capital Investor | Maxine Minter | Co Ventures

In this episode of NiceTo [https://niceto.io]'s Startup Palette Show Live, proudly supported by Investment NSW, we dive into Maxine's remarkable journey from her unique upbringing by a single mother and entrepreneur in a multicultural environment to her ventures into startups and venture capital. Maxine shares the lessons learned from her entrepreneurial mother, her experiences in the law field, and her eventual move to the U.S. to pursue venture-backed companies. She talks about her role in building a coaching business during COVID-19, her philosophy on success being emergent, and her mission to support underrepresented founders through her own fund. This insightful conversation covers the challenges and triumphs of navigating different cultural and economic landscapes. #AI #venturecapital #earlystageinvesting Connect with Maxine - Maxine Minter's ⁠LinkedIn Profile⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxine-minter-06011951?originalSubdomain=au]: Connect with Maxine Minter, the founder and General Partner at Co Ventures, to learn more about her professional background. - ⁠Maxine Minter's Twitter/X Profile⁠ [https://x.com/minmintymin/ ]: Follow Maxine on Twitter for her latest insights and updates. - Co Ventures Official Website [https://coventures.vc/]: Explore Co Ventures, Australia's first dedicated pre-seed venture fund led by a solo female General Partner. - Want to be an angel investor? Join the Co Ventures Syndicate [https://app.aussieangels.com/syndicate/co-ventures-community-syndicate] Proudly supported by Investment NSW [https://www.investment.nsw.gov.au/] Investment NSW drives economic growth and prosperity for the people of NSW by bringing together business, government and priority markets to deliver on the government’s strategic priorities and boost the state’s innovation, industry, investment and trade. We do this by: - Growing a sustainable and resilient NSW economy - Stimulating the creation and growth of innovation-intensive businesses in target sectors - Leveraging our global network to showcase NSW in priority markets and help build export capability Also a huge thank you to Nakatomi [https://nakatomi.com/] The venture studio to help accelerate your ambitious ideas.

Olympic Champion to Sustainable Athletic Wear Pioneer | Bronte Campbell 🥇🥇🥇 | Earthletica

In this insightful episode of NiceTo's Startup Palette Show Live Proudly Supported by Investment NSW, Bronte Campbell, an Olympic swimmer and entrepreneur, shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in Malawi, Africa, to moving to Australia, and eventually becoming an Olympic swimmer alongside her sister. Bronte discusses the fierce sibling rivalry (or the lack of), her training regimen, and the memorable moments of her swimming career. She also delves into her transition from sports to the corporate world, her stint on Celebrity Apprentice, and raising $90,000 for charity without winning a challenge. Bronte now co-founds Earthletica, a sustainable activewear brand, focusing on transforming the supply chain for better environmental impact. #BronteCampbell #OlympicSwimmer #Entrepreneur #Sustainability #Earthletica #CelebrityApprentice #Inspiration #startupjourney Connect with Bronte - Instagram, [https://www.instagram.com/bronte_campbell] Twitter/X, [https://twitter.com/bronte_campbell]Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/brontecampbellofficial] ,LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brontecampbell/] & Bronte's Blog [https://www.pbwithbronte.com/blogs/news] - Shop Earthletica [https://earthletica.com]: Explore Earthletica, the sustainable activewear brand co-founded by Bronte Campbell. - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/earthletica]: Follow Earthletica's official Instagram account for updates on their latest products and initiatives. - Facebook: Stay connected with Earthletica on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/earthletica.official] to learn more about their sustainable activewear offerings. - Shop Personal Best [https://www.pbwithbronte.com/ ]with Bronte Campbell. - Celebrity Apprentice Australia 2022 [https://9now.nine.com.au/celebrity-apprentice]: Discover Bronte's participation in the sixth season of Celebrity Apprentice Australia. Proudly Supported by Investment NSW [https://www.investment.nsw.gov.au/] Investment NSW drives economic growth and prosperity for the people of NSW by bringing together business, government and priority markets to deliver on the government’s strategic priorities and boost the state’s innovation, industry, investment and trade. We do this by: - Growing a sustainable and resilient NSW economy - Stimulating the creation and growth of innovation-intensive businesses in target sectors - Leveraging our global network to showcase NSW in priority markets and help build export capability Also a huge thank you to Nakatomi [https://nakatomi.com/] The venture studio to help accelerate your ambitious ideas.

Using Creativity to Drive Venture Innovation | Elli Hanson | Side Stage Ventures

In this episode NiceTo [https://niceto.io]'s Startup Palette Show Live proudly supported by Investment NSW, Ellie shares her rich experiences growing up in Alberta, Canada, and moving to the United States. She delves into her family's entrepreneurial background, her professional ballet training, and her illustrious career at Ogilvy, where she received several Cannes Awards. Ellie also discusses her co-founding journey with Flaus, an innovative dental care product, which became one of the most successful Indiegogo campaigns. She highlights the importance of customer research, pivots in business, and the dynamics of investor appraisals. Now a principal investor at Side Stage Ventures, Ellie offers profound insights into early-stage investing and the emerging opportunities in consumer brands both in the U.S. and Australia. #Entrepreneurship #IndiegogoSuccess #Investing #buildingconsumerbrands Connect with Elli - Elli Hanson's Personal Website [https://www.ellihanson.com/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellihanson/]: Learn more about Elli's professional journey and ventures. - Flaus Official Website [https://goflaus.com/]: Explore Flaus, the company co-founded by Elli Hanson, known for creating the world's first patented electric flosser. - Side Stage Ventures Official Website [https://www.sidestage.vc/]: Learn about Side Stage Ventures, where Elli serves as Principal Investor, supporting top-tier founders globally. Proudly Supported by Investment NSW [https://www.investment.nsw.gov.au/] Investment NSW drives economic growth and prosperity for the people of NSW by bringing together business, government and priority markets to deliver on the government’s strategic priorities and boost the state’s innovation, industry, investment and trade. We do this by: - Growing a sustainable and resilient NSW economy - Stimulating the creation and growth of innovation intensive businesses in target sectors - Leveraging our global network to showcase NSW in priority markets and help build export capability Also a huge thank you to Nakatomi [https://nakatomi.com/] The venture studio to help accelerate your ambitious ideas.

Secrets of Scaling Teams | Lauren Humphrey | The Mintable

In this engaging episode of NiceTo's Startup Palette Show Live proudly supported by Investment NSW, Lauren Humphrey shares her journey from a childhood surrounded by strong women to becoming a powerful advocate for women founders. Lauren recounts her early years, influenced by her hardworking mother and grandmother, and how she initially saw no gender imbalance. She reveals her passion for horse riding, which she developed through hard work and negotiation skills at a young age. Lauren discusses her educational path in organisational psychology at Harvard, the life-changing lessons it brought, and how it shaped her approach to building and leading teams at AthenaHealth, Gusto, BrightWheel, and her own ventures, The Mintable and Tandem. She provides insights into the challenges and successes of scaling businesses, and the importance of investing in people, and offers valuable advice on sales, management, and finding product-market fit. Her story is a testament to resilience, community building, and the power of female mentorship. #WomenInLeadership [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/womeninleadership] #FemaleFounders [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/femalefounders] #OrganizationalPsychology [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/organizationalpsychology] #Entrepreneurship [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entrepreneurship] #Startups [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/startups] #Resilience [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resilience] #WomenEmpowerment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/womenempowerment] Connect with Lauren - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenfhumphrey/?originalSubdomain=au] - The Mintable [https://www.themintable.co/⁠ ] Proudly supported by Investment NSW [https://www.investment.nsw.gov.au/] Investment NSW drives economic growth and prosperity for the people of NSW by bringing together business, government and priority markets to deliver on the government’s strategic priorities and boost the state’s innovation, industry, investment and trade. We do this by: - Growing a sustainable and resilient NSW economy - Stimulating the creation and growth of innovation-intensive businesses in target sectors - Leveraging our global network to showcase NSW in priority markets and help build export capability Also a huge thank you to Nakatomi [https://nakatomi.com/] The venture studio to help accelerate your ambitious ideas.