Electrifying the Skies: Nate Millecam’s Journey to Reinvent Aviation

Electrifying the Skies: Nate Millecam’s Journey to Reinvent Aviation

Aerospace is on the brink of an electronic revolution, and at the forefront is Nate Millecam, Co-Founder & CEO of EP Systems. With a bold vision to electrify aviation and beyond, EP Systems has secured over $100M in funding and partnered with top names to make fully electric aircraft a reality. We sit down with Nate to discuss his journey from a traditional aerospace giant to leading one of the most innovative startups in the industry. He shares his top advice on decision-making, scaling hard tech, and building an adaptable team culture.

Navy SEAL Mindset & Tackling Gun Violence

Rob Huberty, former Navy SEAL and Co-Founder & COO of ZeroEyes. Rob shares how his proximity to previous shooting tragedies and military experience led him and his co-founders to create an AI-powered solution that's revolutionizing gun detection and prevention.

From Airlines to Autonomous Vehicles: Richard Tame, Tech Industry Veteran and CFO

Meet Richard Tame, a seasoned finance executive who is now serving as the CFO of Coeus Institute, an AI data driven analysis company. His journey across various industries and renowned corporations, from British Airways to tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Lyft, has been marked by a wealth of diverse experiences. With a standout tenure as CFO at Aurora, the groundbreaking autonomous vehicle startup, Richard navigated the complexities of a rapidly expanding enterprise, orchestrating successful capital raises and forging strategic alliances that propelled Aurora to success in the fiercely competitive realm of self-driving cars. During our conversation, Richard shares insights into his unique experience in raising capital, particularly with Aurora's journey from the Series B stage to its public listing via a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC). He offers invaluable advice for navigating the complexities of high-growth startups, from charting a course for success to achieving a balance between career and personal life pursuits.

Serial Entrepreneur & Silent Investor: Jackson Moses, Founder of Silent Ventures

Jackson Moses is a successful serial entrepreneur and early defense tech investor. He currently serves as the Founder and Managing Partner of Silent Ventures [https://silentvc.com/], an early stage venture firm investing in aerospace, defense, and national security startups including Anduril, Castelion, Chaos, Hadrian, and Saronic. Prior to launching Silent Ventures, Jackson founded MainStreet and Spectrum Labs, later acquired by ActiveFence. Between both startups, he raised over $120M, employed hundreds, and generated $30M+ in ARR. In this interview, Jackson shares invaluable insights gained from his experiences as a serial entrepreneur and early-stage investor. From navigating the complexities of the defense tech sector to advising startups and venture firms on investment strategies, Jackson offers practical advice and actionable takeaways for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike.

Embracing Ambiguity: Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO & Chairman of Tonix Pharmaceuticals

Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO and Chairman of Tonix Pharmaceuticals, shares insights into his journey from medical practice to pharmaceutical entrepreneurship. From his early days combating the AIDS epidemic to specializing in rheumatology and fibromyalgia research, Dr. Lederman discusses the lessons learned from founding and leading Tonix Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Lederman offers valuable insights into the dynamics of drug development and commercialization. He also shares his perspective as a seasoned CEO, providing actionable advice on effective leadership and fostering a culture of innovation within the company. With the impending launch of Tanmaya, Tonix's pioneering product for fibromyalgia management, Dr. Lederman highlights the company's mission to address unmet medical needs and enhance patient well-being.