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The TechSurge: Deep Tech VC Podcast explores the frontiers of emerging tech, venture capital, and business. For entrepreneurs, investors, tech professionals, or anyone interested in where technology is headed next. Presented by Celesta Capital, and hosted by Founding Partners Nic Brathwaite, Michael Marks, and Sriram Viswanathan. Email feedback and show ideas to techsurge@celesta.vc. Join us as we examine the next major tech cycle, uncover emerging global tech hubs, and analyze where VC investment dollars are headed. Tune in to hear directly from Silicon Valley leaders, daring new founders, and visionary thinkers. Past guests on the podcast and TechSurge Live summits include Kara Swisher, Vinod Khosla, former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra, and others. Each discussion delves into the intersection of technology advancement, market dynamics, and the founder journey, offering insights into the vast opportunities and complex challenges ahead. Episode topics include AI, data center transformation, blockchain, cyber security, healthcare innovation, VC investment trends, tips for first-time founders, and more. New episodes release every two weeks. Visit techsurgepodcast.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletter and other content!

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In this episode, we sit down with Fran Maier, a serial entrepreneur and super founder with over 25 years of experience. Fran's remarkable journey includes co-founding Match.com, pioneering the privacy compliance tech company TrustArc, and leading BabyQuip, the number one global baby gear rental brand. Join us as we delve into Fran's insights on entrepreneurship, the challenges women founders face, and the significance of building trusted brands. Fran shares her experiences and lessons from her extensive career, providing valuable takeaways for aspiring entrepreneurs.
What You'll Learn:
- How to identify and tap into high-demand markets.
- The importance of passion and commitment in both for-profit and nonprofit ventures.
- Strategies for building trusted brands and maintaining consistent, high-quality customer experiences.
- Insights into the unique challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
- The impact of innovative solutions and pivoting during challenging times.
- The significance of emotional and spiritual value creation in business.
Connect with Fran Maier:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franmaier/
BabyQuip: https://www.babyquip.com/

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1. Female Founder's Entrepreneurial Journey (00:00:00)

2. Expanding Baby Gear Rental Business (00:10:39)

3. Building Trusted Brands and Trends (00:16:18)

4. Female Entrepreneurs and Online Dating (00:29:20)

5. Surviving and Thriving in Business (00:41:24)

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#Entrepreneur #Business #Lee Benson #Value #Entrepreneurship #Society #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Philosophy #Scale

Building Successful Brands and Breaking Barriers with Fran Maier

Show Your Value with Lee Benson

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For more free videos, tools, and resources about the MIND Methodology go to https://etw.com/

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1. Female Founder's Entrepreneurial Journey (00:00:00)

2. Expanding Baby Gear Rental Business (00:10:39)

3. Building Trusted Brands and Trends (00:16:18)

4. Female Entrepreneurs and Online Dating (00:29:20)

5. Surviving and Thriving in Business (00:41:24)

70 episoder

#Entrepreneur #Business #Lee Benson #Value #Entrepreneurship #Society #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Philosophy #Scale

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