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The Innovation Conversation
by Ricardo Pascual
Welcome to Innovation Conversation — your backstage pass to conversations with the founders, investors, and innovators redefining the future of startups and technology. Each episode dives deep into strategies for scaling, fundraising, leadership, and innovation, offering actionable insights for entrepreneurs and creators at every stage. With your host Ricardo Pascual
Episodes
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From Architecture to Generative AI: Jonathan Zhou on Reinventing Design & Startup Resilience
Summary In this episode of The Innovation Conversation, Jonathan Zhou shares his remarkable path from architecture into entrepreneurship, and how he’s harnessing generative AI to transform the jewelry design process. Jonathan opens up about the obstacles he faced moving from traditional...
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From Stage to Sales: Tash Rebuck on Rejection, Resilience & Building Genuine Connections
Summary In this engaging episode of The Innovation Conversation, Tash Rebuck shares her remarkable journey from acting to becoming a sought-after sales consultant. Tash discusses how her background in performance helped her navigate the frequent rejection that comes with sales, and why resilience...
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Youth Innovation: Hunter Earls on AI, Education & Building Hashtag.ai at 17
Summary In this conversation on The Innovation Conversation, Hunter Earls, a 17-year-old entrepreneur from Louisville, Kentucky, shares his remarkable journey into tech and startups. Hunter discusses his project Hashtag.ai, an innovative platform that lets users interact with historical figures...
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Unlocking the Power of Storytelling: Tovit Neizer on Communication, Authenticity & Startup Resilience
In this episode of The Innovation Conversation, Tovit Neizer delves into the critical role of storytelling in business, especially for startups striving to stand out. He explains how connecting emotionally with audiences and tailoring communication for different stakeholders can transform a...
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From Marketing to Aerospace: Mollie Jahner on Building in Defense Tech & the Future of AI
Summary In this engaging episode of The Innovation Conversation, Mollie Jahner, CEO of Spring and Forge, shares her fascinating journey from a marketing background to leading a company at the forefront of hard tech, aerospace, and defense. She unpacks how startups can navigate military contracts...
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Resilience, Culture & Startups: Yunsu Tang on Navigating Entrepreneurship
In this episode of The Innovation Conversation, Yunsu Tang shares her entrepreneurial journey, influenced by her family and cultural expectations. She discusses the challenges of launching her first startup, the importance of resilience, and how her cultural identity shaped key business…
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From Consulting to E-commerce: Lina Gallagher's Journey
In this episode of the Innovation Conversation, Lina Gallagher joins us to share her inspiring journey from a career at Deloitte to becoming a pioneering entrepreneur and e-commerce consultant in Dubai. Lina reflects on the early days of e-commerce in the Middle East, her transition into...
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Wellbeing by Design: Inside the Future of Preventative Health Tech by Oli Johnson
Innotion Conversation: From Burnout to Breakthrough — Building Resilience Through Health Tech with Oli Johnson In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Oli Johnson, a three-time startup founder, to explore his journey from burnout in the high-pressure world of...
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Venture Boldly: Anmol Goel on Founders, Funding, and the Future
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: The New Faces of Entrepreneurship — Startups, AI, and Global Wealth with Anmol Goel In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual interviews Anmol Goel, a young fund manager and founder of GAC Symventures, who shares insights into his entrepreneurial...
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Antimicrobial Innovation: How Zonova is Changing Healthcare from the Inside Out
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Fighting Infection with Innovation — Zonova’s Journey in Health Tech In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Dr. Georgia Fleet and Carla Southworth, co-founders of Zonova, about their mission to reduce hospital-acquired infections...
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John Stapleton The 'Authentic Entrepreneur' with over 30 years’ experience, founder of New Covent Garden Soup, Little Dish and much more
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: The Authentic Entrepreneur — Building Bold FMCG Brands with John Stapleton In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with John Stapleton, known as the Authentic Entrepreneur, to explore his remarkable 30+ year journey building pioneering...
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From AI Product Manager to Solopreneur: Sara Landi Tortoli on Loneliness, Startups, and Berlin’s Entrepreneurial Spirit
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: From AI to Entrepreneurship — Building Startups and Communities with Sara Landi Tortoli In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Sara Landi Tortoli about her transition from an AI and machine learning product manager to becoming a...
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Diana Florescu - Founder & CEO @MFG | Media Capital Investor $30M+ Fund | Growth-Stage Consumer in the US 🇺🇸 | Forbes 30U30
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Growth, Resilience, and Media Capital — Insights with Diana Florescu In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Diana Florescu, founder of Media for Growth, about her journey from tech to media capital investment and supporting emerging...
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Prakriti Garg Building Kickstart Global ↗ | LSE
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs — Insights from Prakriti Garb of Kickstart Global In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Prakriti Garb, a second-year management student at LSE and managing director of Kickstart Global, the UK’s largest...
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Ross McCarthy - Founder @ Fruga.co.uk
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Reinventing Insurance — Customer-First Innovation with Ross McCarthy of Frugal In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Ross McCarthy, founder of Frugal, about disrupting the traditional insurance industry with a customer-centric...
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Stephanie Melodia - Entrepreneurship expert 🔥 Host of Top 20 Business Show 🎙 Award-winning founder 💼 10+ years of startup expertise 🤓 True Capricorn 🐐
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Urgency, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship — Insights with Stephanie Melodia In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Stephanie Melodia, entrepreneur, marketing consultant, and host of Strategy and Tragedy, about her journey from art...
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Cyrus Wong - 2x Founder | CEO @Stylique | Building AI + SaaS Infrastructure for Fashion | LSE
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Building Confidence, Culture, and Community — The Entrepreneurial Journey of Cyrus Wong In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Cyrus Wong, a young entrepreneur, about his inspiring journey of launching his first business early and...
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Chet Hirani - Executive Performance Coach, TedX Speaker & Founder @ NYOC - Straight Talking: Shaping Senior Management into being Nothing But Leaders, Businesses to Outperform, Grow From Failure & Achieving 10x Results.
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Mastering Mindset and Performance — Coaching Insights with Chet Hirani In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Chet Hirani, executive performance coach, about building the foundations for entrepreneurial success through mindset,...
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Annie Siara - Shaping the Future of Immersive Commerce
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Immersive Commerce and Entrepreneurial Grit — Insights from Annie Siara of One Way X In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Annie Siara, CEO and founder of One Way X, about the evolution of immersive commerce and how it’s reshaping…
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Tessa Debruyne - Turning Brands into Unforgettable Stories
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Building Brands Through Authentic Content — Insights from Tessa Debruyne of Myth Marketing In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Tessa Debruyne, founder of Myth Marketing, about her journey from sales to launching a social-first…
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Ahana Banerjee- Founder & CEO at Clear (YC W21) | Forbes 30u30 | The Sunday Times Young Power List
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: From Physics to Beauty Tech — Ahana Banerjee on Innovation, Fundraising, and Representation In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Ahana Banerjee, founder and CEO of Clear, about her journey from studying physics at Imperial College...
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Building Brands for Growth — Insights with Lorraine Carter
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Building Brands for Growth — Insights with Lorraine Carter In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Lorraine Carter, an expert in brand strategy and growth, about how founders can build powerful, emotionally resonant brands that stand…
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Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Emerging Markets — Lessons from Sumeet Ahuja
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Emerging Markets — Lessons from Sumeet Ahuja In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Sumeet Ahuja, a seasoned innovator and entrepreneur, about his journey from the Middle East to Silicon Valley and…
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Startup Cycles, Pitching, and Resilience — Insights with Lance Cottrell
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Startup Cycles, Pitching, and Resilience — Insights with Lance Cottrell In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Lance Cottrell, experienced entrepreneur, investor, and advisor, about navigating the cyclical nature of startups and what…
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Crypto, Governance, and Innovation — Insights from Benjamin Whitby
Innotion Conversation: Crypto, Governance, and Innovation — Insights from Benjamin Whitby In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Benjamin Whitby, technologist, quantum physicist, and founder of Governor, about his journey from investment banking to the rapidly...
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From Corporate to Startup — Wojtek Buczynski on Building Fast Audit AI
Innotion Conversation: From Corporate to Startup — Wojtek Buczynski on Building Fast Audit AI In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Wojtek Buczynski, founder of Fast Audit AI, about his bold transition from a stable corporate career in financial services to…
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AI, Innovation, and the Future of Work — Insights from Mike Todasco
Innotion Conversation: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Work — Insights from Mike Todasco In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Mike Todasco, seasoned innovator, former PayPal leader, and holder of over 100 U.S. patents, about the evolving nature of…
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Entrepreneurship, Mental Resilience, and Staying Grounded — Insights from Rachel Murphy
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Mental Resilience, and Staying Grounded — Insights from Rachel Murphy In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Rachel Murphy, seasoned entrepreneur and founder of The Grafter, about her inspiring journey from…
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Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and Innovation — Insights from Maria Andrianova
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and Innovation — Insights from Maria Andrianova In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Maria Andrianova, serial entrepreneur and angel investor, about her transition from corporate life in Russia to...
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Startup Success, Fundraising, and Global Mindsets — Insights from Azahara Vera Cobos
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Startup Success, Fundraising, and Global Mindsets — Insights from Azahara Vera Cobos In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Azahara Vera Cobos, head of scouting and programs at Startupwise Guys, about what drives successful startups…
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AI Matchmaking for Startups — Building Chainvest with Ediris Mohammed
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: AI Matchmaking for Startups — Building Chainvest with Ediris Mohammed In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Ediris Mohammed, CEO and founder of Chainvest, an AI-driven platform connecting startups with investors. They dive into:...
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Entrepreneurship Across Borders — Insights from Giulio Zecca
Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship Across Borders — Insights from Giulio Zecca In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Giulio Zecca, experienced entrepreneur and innovation leader, about his work across Europe and Africa and the diverse factors that shape...
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Building Nigeria’s Startup Ecosystem — Insights from Uche Aniche
Innotion Conversation: Building Nigeria’s Startup Ecosystem — Insights from Uche Aniche In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Uche Aniche, founder of Startup South and partner at Rebel Seed Capital, about the evolution and future of Nigeria’s dynamic startup...
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Entrepreneurship, AI, and the Power of Community — Insights from Tom Lorimer
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, AI, and the Power of Community — Insights from Tom Lorimer In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Tom Lorimer, founder of Passion Lab, about his entrepreneurial journey and his mission to make AI and machine learning...
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Mental Health, Ethics, and Impact Investing — Insights from Daria Reutovich
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Mental Health, Ethics, and Impact Investing — Insights from Daria Reutovich In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Daria Reutovich, venture capital investor and advocate for mental health in the startup world, about her journey from...
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Spain’s Startup Landscape — Challenges, Culture, and the Road Ahead with Gonzalo Martín Rocañin
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Spain’s Startup Landscape — Challenges, Culture, and the Road Ahead with Gonzalo Martín Rocañin In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Gonzalo Martín Rocañin about the current state of Spain’s startup ecosystem and what needs to…
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Decision-Making, Angel Investing, and Community — Insights from Pedro Bandeira of Core Angels
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Decision-Making, Angel Investing, and Community — Insights from Pedro Bandeira of Core Angels In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Pedro Bandeira from Core Angels about the critical dynamics of angel investing and the human elements...
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Entrepreneurship, Healthcare Innovation, and Cultural Shifts — Insights from Tyler Gordon
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Healthcare Innovation, and Cultural Shifts — Insights from Tyler Gordon In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Tyler Gordon, serial entrepreneur and founder of TejoMed, about his journey from the US to Portugal and…
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Building Global Startup Ecosystems — Insights from Emilio Corchado of StartupOle
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Building Global Startup Ecosystems — Insights from Emilio Corchado of StartupOle In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Emilio Corchado, CEO and founder of StartupOle, about his mission to connect global startup ecosystems and lessons...
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From Athlete to Entrepreneur — Gabija Adele on Building Capital Boost and Embracing Innovation
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: From Athlete to Entrepreneur — Gabija Adele on Building Capital Boost and Embracing Innovation In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Gabija Adele, founder of Capital Boost, about her inspiring journey from professional athlete to...
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Entrepreneurship, Bootstrapping, and Web3 — Insights from Samuel Pedro of No Code District
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Bootstrapping, and Web3 — Insights from Samuel Pedro of No Code District In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Samuel Pedro, founder of No Code District, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and valuable…
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Scaling Personalized Healthcare — Insights from Luis Valente of ILOF
🎙️ Innotion Conversation: Scaling Personalized Healthcare — Insights from Luis Valente of ILOF In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Luis Valente, CEO of ILOF, a groundbreaking deep-tech health company revolutionizing personalized medicine through data-driven...
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Tech Venture Building, Global Startup Investing, and Personal Branding with Anmol Goel
Innovation Conversation: Tech Venture Building, Global Startup Investing, and Personal Branding with Anmol Goel In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Anmol Goel, founder of Gacs Limited and a seasoned tech venture builder, to discuss the realities of...
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Building a Travel Startup with AI — Persistence, Feedback, and the Denmark Ecosystem with André Souza
Innovation Conversation: Building a Travel Startup with AI — Persistence, Feedback, and the Denmark Ecosystem with André Souza In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with André Souza, founder of Tryp.com, to discuss the journey of building a travel tech startup...
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Entrepreneurship, Startup Ecosystems, and Mental Toughness with Dr. Jeff Standridge
Innovation Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Startup Ecosystems, and Mental Toughness with Dr. Jeff Standridge In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Dr. Jeff Standridge, innovation consultant, executive coach, and author, to discuss key insights on building...
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Innovation Conversation: Integrating Web3 and Web2 in Finance — Technology, Risk, and Luck with Ross Kolodyazhnyi
Innovation Conversation: Integrating Web3 and Web2 in Finance — Technology, Risk, and Luck with Ross Kolodyazhnyi In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Ross Kolodyazhnyi, entrepreneur and founder in the FinTech and blockchain space, to talk about building...
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Passion, Product, and Startup Leadership — Lessons from Daniel Pidcock
In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Daniel Pidcock, designer, UX researcher, and startup founder, to discuss the real-world challenges of launching and running startups with a product-first mindset. They dive into: Why passion for your product or…
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Entrepreneurship, AI, and Building Strong Teams with Simon Penson
Innovation Conversation: Entrepreneurship, AI, and Building Strong Teams with Simon Penson In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Simon Penson, successful entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor, to explore lessons from building and selling multiple...
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Building Businesses, Community, and Resilience with Akil Benjamin
Innovation Conversation: Building Businesses, Community, and Resilience with Akil Benjamin In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Akil Benjamin, entrepreneur and founder of Kamusi, to discuss his journey from launching a design studio to supporting small...
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First-Time Founders, Impact, and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Jane Fisher
Innovation Conversation: First-Time Founders, Impact, and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Jane Fisher In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Jane Fisher, founder of Imii, an AI assistant for immigrants, to discuss her journey as a first-time founder and...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Innovation Conversation — your backstage pass to conversations with the founders, investors, and innovators redefining the future of startups and technology.
Each episode dives deep into strategies for scaling, fundraising, leadership, and innovation, offering actionable insights for entrepreneurs and creators at every stage.
With your host Ricardo Pascual
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