Startup Lessons They Don’t Teach in Grad School - Reeto Mookherjee - S2 - E5

In this episode of A Founder’s Life, host Leo Gestetner sits down with Reeto Mookherjee, co-founder and CEO of Angler AI, to discuss his journey from academic researcher to startup founder. Reeto shares the pivotal moments that changed his life—from turning down a tenure-track role to founding an AI-driven adtech company solving real-world marketing challenges in the post-privacy era.Whether you’re a data-driven leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or founder juggling family and business, this conversation is packed with relatable lessons.🔍 What you’ll learn: • The mindset shift that took Reeto from academia to entrepreneurship • How to build AI-powered solutions for privacy-conscious marketing • The role of mentorship and networks in startup success • Balancing startup chaos with family life and mental health • Why “starting now” is the best advice for any aspiring founder🎧 Subscribe to A Founder’s Life for weekly conversations at the intersection of business, wellness, and parenthood.🚀 Subscribe here: [YouTube Channel Link]📩 Join our newsletter for exclusive founder insights: [Newsletter Link]⏱️ Timestamps00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Reeto’s journey from academia to industry04:00 - Founding Angler AI in the wake of Apple’s privacy changes07:30 - Balancing startup life with family responsibilities10:30 - The importance of mental health and mentorship13:00 - Why community and networks matter more than ever15:30 - How Reeto defines a balanced life17:00 - The pivotal moment that changed Reeto’s career22:30 - Reeto’s best advice for aspiring founders27:00 - How to connect with ReetoLearn more about Angler.AI: https://www.getangler.ai/Connect With Reeto:https://www.linkedin.com/in/reetomookherjee/LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/leogestetnerWebsiteleogestetner.com/leoSubscribe Now!youtube.com/@afounderslife?sub_confirmation=1