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The Innovators Podcast
by ISU Research Park
The Innovators Podcast was started in 2020 to highlight some of the incredible people in Ames, at Iowa State, and in the Research Park. Hosted by Research Park staff, the Podcast aims to share the stories of innovation and entrepreneurship that often go unseen in our communities.
Episodes
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Podcast 80 - Scott Grimes, Superintendent of the Ames Community School District
On episode 80 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Director of the ISU Research Park, interviews Scott Grimes, Superintendent of the Ames Community School District. In this episode, they discuss the district’s partnership with Iowa State University, career readiness, and the...
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Podcast 79 - Quinn Mitchell, Co-Founder of Cota Hydration
On episode 79 of the Innovators Podcast, Mya Vongphasouk, a PR and Communications Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, sits down with Quinn Mitchell, Co-Founder of Cota Hydration. In this episode, Quinn shares the story behind Cota Hydration, his vision for the company's future, and...
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Podcast 78 - Student Innovator Allyson Reinert, Founder of Mystic Eco
On episode 78 of the Innovators Podcast, Katelyn Gingery, a PR and Communications Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, sits down with Allyson Reinert, Founder of Mystic Eco. In this episode, Allyson shares the story behind Mystic Eco, her vision for the company's future, and how the...
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Podcast 77 - Paul Gormley, Project Manager for the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS)
On episode 77 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Director of the ISU Research Park, interviews Paul Gormley, Project Manager for The Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS). In this episode, they discuss Paul's time as a student at Iowa State University, CIRAS, and...
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Podcast 76 - David Spalding, Vice President of Economic Development and Industry Relations
On episode 76 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Director of the ISU Research Park, interviews David Spalding, Vice President of Economic Development and Industry Relations (EDIR). In this episode, they celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Core Facility and discuss David's...
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Podcast 75 - Chris Sievers, Talent and Technology Leader at John Deere
On episode 75 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Director of the ISU Research Park, interviews Chris Sievers, University Partnership and Talent & Technology leader at John Deere. In this episode, Chris shares about his time at Iowa State University and his experience working…
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Podcast 74 - Student Innovator Ryan Ryherd, Founder of Central Iowa Sod
On episode 74 of the Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, sits down with Ryan Ryherd, Founder of Central Iowa Sod. In this episode, we discuss Ryan's start with entrepreneurship and how CYstarters has grown his...
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Podcast 73 - Billie Asmus, Founder and CEO of Repaint Studios
On episode 73 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Director of the ISU Research Park, interviews Billie Asmus, Founder and CEO of Repaint Studios. In this episode, Billie shares her experience becoming an entrepreneur, how she was able to get on Shark Tank, and landing a deal…
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Podcast 72 - Student Innovator Boluwarin Ojo, Founder of SparkDefy
On episode 72 of the Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, sits down with Boluwarin Ojo, Founder of SparkDefy. In this episode, we learn how she is making strides in a market gap, how CYstarters has transformed her...
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Podcast 71 - Student Innovator Kailey Stevens, Founder of Bolded K Studio
On episode 71 of the Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, sits down with Kailey Stevens, Founder of Bolded K Studio. In this episode, we take a look at her development before and after completing the CYstarters...
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Podcast 70 - Student Innovator Ella Janssen, Founder of Monologue
On episode 70 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Ella Janssen, Founder of Monologue. In this episode, we dive into how Monologue came to be and the strides Ella has made in her short year in…
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Podcast 69 - Student Innovator Madison Green, Founder of Perfect Motion
On episode 69 of The Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Madison Green, Founder of Perfect Motion. In this episode, we had the privilege of meeting with Madison twice, once before her CYstarters...
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Podcast 68 - Nadilia Gomez, Chief Technology Officer of Iowa State University
On episode 68 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the ISURP, interviews Nadilia Gomez, Chief Technology Officer of Iowa State University. In this episode, Nadilia shares insights into her role as CTO, what led her to this position, and what makes her work so unique.…
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Podcast 67 - Student Innovator Jesse Williams, Founder of Dinder
On episode 67 of the Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Jesse Williams, Founder of Dinder. In this episode we discuss what led Jesse to create his app, Dinder, and his experience with CYstarters. Thank...
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Podcast 66 - Dr. Martin Gross, Founder and CEO of Gross-Wen Technologies
On episode 66 of the Innovators Podcast, Rick Sanders, President and Directors of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Dr. Martin Gross, Founder and CEO of Gross-Wen Technologies. In this episode, we discuss Martin's company and the major honors it has received over the past few...
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Podcast 65 - Student Innovators Gabe Hoehl and Stephen Peterson, participants of Make to Innovate
On episode 65 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, Interviews Gabe Hoehl and Stephen Peterson, participants of the Make to Innovate program housed in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Iowa State...
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Podcast 64 - Brent Williams, Founder and CEO of Benekiva
On episode 64 of the Innovators Podcast, Annabelle Wadle, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Brent Williams, Founder and CEO of Benekiva. In this episode, Brent shares the story behind Benekiva's founding and highlights the key resources...
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Podcast 63 - Student Innovator Nathan Van Thomme, Founder of Heat Halo
On episode 63 of the Innovators Podcast Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nathan Van Thomme, Founder of Halo Heat. In this episode, we discuss how Nathan's past experiences led him to create Halo Heat and the resources he has...
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Podcast 62 - Zackry Brannen, Founder of Perfect Plantista
On episode 62 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the ISURP, interviews Zackry Brannen, Founder of Perfect Plantista. In this episode we discuss how Zackry's experiences led him to create Perfect Plantista and the resources he has utilized to maintain successful…
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Podcast 61 - Dakota Belling, Founder of Bovi-Jet
On episode 61 of the Innovators Podcast Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Dakota Belling, Founder of Bovi-Jet. In this episode, we dive into his company's surprising creation story and how it has changed since his graduation....
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Podcast 60 - Dr. Jennifer Margrett, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education
On episode 60 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the ISURP, interviews Jennifer Margrett, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education, and researcher of the PROPEL study. In this episode we discuss the study that Dr. Margrett is leading, the search for...
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Podcast 59 - Zack Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Stock Cropper, Inc.
On episode 59 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the ISURP, and Avery Smith, Communications and Marketing Intern at the ISURP, cohost a special episode featuring Avery’s dad, Zack Smith. Zack is the Co-founder and CEO of Stock Cropper, Inc. In this episode, we discuss...
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Podcast 58 - Student Innovator Grant Veenstra, Founder of Frozen Gains
On episode 58 of the Innovators Podcast, Breanna Selsor, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Grant Veenstra as part of the Young Innovators Series. Grant discusses the backstory of his business and how CYstarters helped him. Thank you for...
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Podcast 57 - Student Innovator Spenser Leise, Founder of Songbird Music Decor
On episode 57 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Spenser Leise as part of the Young Innovators Series. Spenser discusses his impressive method to creating and maintaining Songbird Music Decor by...
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Podcast 56 - Student Innovator Henry Shires, Co-Founder and CEO of Casmium
On episode 56 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Henry Shires as part of the Young Innovator Series. Henry discusses how Casmium came to be and the ongoing efforts by him and his team to…
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Podcast 55 - Cultivation Corridor Interns Lauren Zaabel and Ryan Konecne
On episode 55 of the Innovators Podcast, Breanna Selsor, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Lauren Zaabel and Ryan Konecne, Cultivation Corridor interns. Lauren and Ryan share their amazing experience in this program. Thank you for...
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Podcast 54 - Student Innovator Ella Schulte, Founder of 'You'
On episode 54 of the Innovators Podcast, Breanna Selsor, a Communications and Marketing Intern at Iowa State University is joined by Ella Schulte as part of the Young Innovators Series. Ella shares her inspiring story of the creation of her publication, 'You', and her experience in the CYstarters...
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Podcast 53 - Anuj Sharma, Director of FAST TrAC at ISU
On episode 53 of the Innovators Podcast Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Anuj Sharma, Director of FAST TrAC. In this episode, Anuj shares the story of how he joined FAST TrAC, along with his impressive career journey beyond it. Thank you for...
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Podcast 52 - Student Innovators Alana Corwin, Founder and Jamal Beavers Jr., Director of Public Relations & Product Development of Apricity
In episode 52, Breanna Selsor, a Marketing and Communications Intern at Iowa State University is joined by Alana Corwin and Jamal Beavers Jr. as part of the Young Innovators Series. Alana and Jamal dive into their journey in creating Apricity and their goals for the future of their company. Thank...
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Podcast 51 - Student Innovator Jonathan Duron, Founder and CEO of TagLink
In episode 51, Breanna Selsor, a Marketing and Communications intern at Iowa State University is joined by Jonathan Duron as part of the Young Innovators Series. Jonathan shares the story that led him to create TagLink and discusses his future business goals. Thank you for listening!
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Podcast 50 - Nick Peterson, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Alliant Energy
On episode 50 of the Innovators Podcast Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Peterson, the Strategic Partnerships Manager at Alliant Energy. Nick dives into the unique strategies he has put in place at Alliant Energy and specifically…
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Podcast 49 - iSO-FORM: Nick Klein, Partner/Director of Creative Services & Jack Nelson, Senior Medical Animator
On episode 49 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Klein, Partner/Director of Creative Services of iSO-FORM, and Jack Nelson, Senior Medical Animator of iSO-FORM. Alison, Nick, and Jack dive into conversation about the…
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Podcast 48 - Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc.
On episode 48 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc. Nigel discusses Skroots' focus on personalized cell therapy and Skroots' plans for the future. Thank you for listening!
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Podcast 47 - Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems
On episode 47 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems. Alison and Brent discuss the how Pyrone Systems was developed and their upcoming future goals. Thank you for listening!
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Podcast 46 - Student Innovators Mia Nichols, Founder and CEO of C'est La Crêpe
In episode 46, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at Iowa State University, is joined by Mia Nichols as a part of the Young Innovators Series. Mia shares her story on her experience as well as her business goals for the future.Thank you for listening!
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Podcast 45 - Student Innovators Thomas Collins and Michael Joensen, Founders of Tom Collins Soap Co.
In episode 45, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Tommy and Michael as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Tommy and Michael, Founders and CEOs of Tom Collins Soap Co. to discuss their story,...
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Podcast 44 - Blake Price, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies
In episode 44, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Blake as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Blake, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies to discuss her story, CYstaters, future business goals, and all...
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Podcast 43 - Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ
In episode 43, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, introduces the new mini-series called Young Innovators. Riley sits down with Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ to discuss his story, CYstarters, and future goals for the...
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Podcast 42 - Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor; Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, NextGen Innovation Interns
On this special edition episode of the Innovators Podcast, Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor, interviews Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, interns in the NextGen Innovation Impact Study. In this episode, Rebekah and Lex and Olivia discuss their semester-long projects…
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Podcast 41 - Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360
On episode 41 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360. In this episode, Alison and Chris discuss the entrepreneurial resources Chris utilized during his time at Iowa State…
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Podcast 40- Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics
On episode 40 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics. In this episode, Alison and Patrick discuss entrepreneurship, water efficacy in crops, and the impact proso...
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Podcast 39- Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms
On episode 39 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms. In this episode, they discuss Mooney’s entrepreneurial journey, resources utilized by Mooney, and his company located in...
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Podcast 38 - Daniel Oh
On episode 38 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Daniel Oh, President & CEO of AgCertain. Throughout the podcast they discuss AgCertain development, resources for companies in Central Iowa, and placemaking. Thank you for...
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Podcast 37 – Craig Rupp, CEO of Sabanto
On episode 37 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Craig Rupp, the CEO of Sabanto. Throughout the podcast, they discuss Rupp's electrical engineering career, autonomous agriculture, and much more. Thank you for…
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Podcast 36- Colin Hurd, CEO of Mach Inc.
On episode 36 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Chief Relationship Officer at the Iowa State University Research Park interviewed Colin Hurd the CEO of Mach Inc. They discussed Colin's career and innovation in the agriculture industry. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.
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Podcast 35- Ty Cook, Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio
On this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Ty Cook, a Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio. We discuss Ty's role at Pivot Bio, customer relations, and living in the Ames area. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Innovators Podcast!
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Podcast 34 - Mike Roof, Chief Technology Officer Vaccines & Immunotherapeutic at Iowa State University
On episode 34 of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Mike Roof, Chief Technology Officer Vaccines & Immunotherapeutic at Iowa State University. We talked about Mikes journey, Vaccines, Success stories and what innovation means to him. We really enjoyed this episode and had a blast talking with...
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Podcast 33 - Megan Sweere, Program Coordinator at ISU Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship
In Episode 33 of The Innovators Podcast, we spoke with Megan Sweere. Megan is the Program Coordinator at ISU Pappajohn Center. In this episode we talked about CYstarters, this years cohort, her experience with CYstarters, and life in Ames. We really enjoyed this conversation and we hope you do too!
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Podcast 32 - James Oliver, Director of the Iowa State University Student Innovation Center
In episode 32 of The Innovators Podcast, we had the opportunity to speak with James Oliver, Director of the Iowa State University Student Innovation Center. We talked about what the Student Innovation Center is, the resources it has to offer, why students should use the Innovation Center, and…
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Podcast 31 - Max Mussell, Founder of TipTop
In this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we interviewed a returning guest, Max Mussell. Max is the founder of TipTop. We talked about what his company is, why he rebranded, and the future of TipTop. He also touched on what innovation means to him and some things he has learned on his journey.…
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The Innovators Podcast was started in 2020 to highlight some of the incredible people in Ames, at Iowa State, and in the Research Park. Hosted by Research Park staff, the Podcast aims to share the stories of innovation and entrepreneurship that often go unseen in our communities.
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