Shane Ray Show

Most startup CEOs are spreading themselves too thin - too many channels, too many customer types, too many offers. On top of that: THEY DON'T ASK FOR THE BUSINESS. That’s the $10M mistake. In this episode, I share the Rule of One: * One Channel – go where your buyers actually live. * One Customer – focus on the person with pain and budget. * One Offer – make it so good they feel silly saying no. When you simplify, you multiply. This is your fastest path to revenue. 👉 If this hit home, let’s connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/]. I’d love to hear what you’re working on and how you’re applying the Rule of One. God bless, go get 'em!

Chris Rizik [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-rizik-674300/] has done what most VCs only dream of. He’s invested in 60 VC funds supporting 800+ startups while reshaping the entire Midwest startup ecosystem. In this episode, Shane sits down with Chris — NVCA Venture Vanguard Award winner, Michigan VC Hall of Fame inductee, and Managing Partner of Renaissance VC — to share the mindset and strategies that made him one of the most respected voices in venture capital. ✅ What you’ll learn: • The #1 trait Chris looks for in a GP before investing • Why democratizing venture capital leads to stronger returns • The toughest lessons every VC must learn (and how to know when to walk away) • How specialized funds can outperform mega-funds in the AI era • What today’s GPs must do to stand out If you’re a tech founder, fund manager, or investor, this conversation is packed with wisdom you won’t find in any pitch deck. 🎧 Hosted by Shane Ray Martin — Investor at B Ventures Group, the world’s first PeaceTech VC fund, LinkedIn Top Voice in Negotiation, and Certified Peace Mediator — helping founders grow both peace and profit. 👉 Message and connect with Shane: linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/] PS - On October 1st, Chris is hosting UnDemo Day in Detroit, MI! Check out the full details: renvcf.com/undemo-day/ [https://renvcf.com/undemo-day/]

In this awesome episode, you met Devon Coombs [https://www.devoncoombs.com/] — a former homeless 21-year-old who rose to negotiating multi-billion-dollar AI deals at Google. Devon’s testimony is about resilience. Hard work. Wisdom. Taking action. It’s about breaking generational cycles, finding purpose in adversity, and choosing to make a difference. You’ll learn: ✅ How Devon went from living in his car to leading at Google ✅ Why billion-dollar deals can’t replace meaning and service ✅ The 3 pillars he uses to measure life beyond outcomes ✅ Practical advice for anyone starting a business in 2025 ✅ How to turn setbacks into your stepping stones Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone facing your own battles - Devon’s story will remind you what’s possible. You can book a strategy call with him here [https://www.devoncoombs.com/].  🎧 Hosted by Shane Ray Martin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/] — Investor, Author, LinkedIn Top Voice in Negotiation, and Certified Peace Mediator — helping PeaceTech companies scale and raise funding. 👉 Follow Shane: linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin [https://linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin]

For the first time in history, peace might be more profitable than war. Here are 3 reasons why PeaceTech could become a $100B+ industry and how you can join the movement. 1️⃣ Founders are building tech for peace Think AI for negotiations, satellite tools for conflict monitoring, and agentic platforms that prevent violence before it starts. These startups are not just ideas — they’re scaling fast in hotspots around the world. Example: Imagine AI mediates peace talks between nations…it's not impossible!  2️⃣ Investors are joining  Family offices, LPs, and advisors worldwide are investing in peace-focused technology — not just defense. This is a brand-new asset class with huge potential for returns and global peace. 3️⃣ The opportunity is open to you Whether you’re a founder, investor, or leader in your field, you can be part of an ecosystem that’s growing faster than anyone imagined. If this excites you, let’s connect. Email me at s@bventuresgroup.com or connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/]. Together, we can build a world where peace is not just possible — it’s profitable. Let's do this!

Rosie Bailey [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rosiebailey1] has turned haggling into a cutting-edge AI negotiation company - taking lessons from a sneaker market in Istanbul to powering over 1.5M human–machine negotiations with Nibble [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nibbletechnology/]. In this episode, she shares how trust, humor, and tech are transforming negotiations across industries - from property rentals to telecom renewals to fashion inventory management. What You’ll Learn: • Why trust is the foundation of every great negotiation in 2025 • How humor makes AI feel more human and close more deals • The biggest fears brands have about automated negotiation • How Nibble increases conversion, reduces churn, and saves time 👉 Hosted by Shane Ray Martin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartin/] - investor at B Ventures Group, startup advisor, author, peace mediator, and LinkedIn Top Voice in Negotiation. I really enjoyed this conversation. Rosie’s smart, funny, and years ahead of the curve - and I know you’ll find it fascinating. This space has massive potential.  👋 Are you a founder called to build for profit and peace? 💼 Are you an investor targeting great returns and care about global peace? 📩 Email Shane: s@bventuresgroup.com