Rocking The Future: How Hazel Savage Built And Sold Musiio to Soundcloud

Join us as Sudha delves into the dynamic journey of Hazel Savage, a former punk rocker turned tech innovator. Hazel’s story spans from rocking stages in Soho to pioneering AI technology in the music industry. In this episode, Hazel shares her unique path, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way, and offering invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and music enthusiasts alike.

Discover Hazel’s evolution from her days in an all-girl punk band to her impactful roles at Shazam, Pandora, Universal Music, and BandLab. Learn how she co-founded Museo, an AI company acquired by SoundCloud, and how she now serves as VP of Music Intelligence at SoundCloud, revolutionizing how music metadata is managed and utilized.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Hazel’s transition from playing gigs in Soho to becoming a tech innovator.
• The critical role of resilience and adaptability in Hazel’s entrepreneurial journey.
• Insights into the creation and growth of Museo and its acquisition by SoundCloud.
• The importance of understanding the music industry’s evolving landscape and leveraging technology to address its challenges.
• How being an extrovert and a strong networker contributed to Hazel’s success.
• The future of music technology and opportunities for innovation and growth in the industry.

Quote: "I always feel like I'm the right person at the right time. If I don't know what I'm doing, I'll go and figure out what I'm doing." - Hazel Savage

Episode Links:

🎧 Hazel Savage in conversation with Sudha: ‘Rocking The Future: How Hazel Savage Built And Sold Musiio to Soundcloud' on Beyond Lip Service.

Connect with Hazel Savage via:

• LinkedIn
• Museo
• SoundCloud

Credits:

Executive Producer: Jessica Tyrrell

Audio: Crazy P

Production, Sound Design and Artwork: Sudha Kheterpal

Special thanks: Toby Goodman at CSX Partners and Narrow Podcasting

Join our journey: www.thepitchcoach.me/beyondlipservice

How Maxim Matias is Finding His Edge & Leading In Venture Capital

In this enlightening episode, Sudha dives deep into the transformative journey of Maxim Matias, a partner at Quartz Capital, a leading global venture capital firm. Maxim shares his path from childhood to becoming a key player in the venture capital space, investing in groundbreaking companies like Palantir and Klarna.

Maxim discusses the challenges and rewards of working in venture capital, emphasizing the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and the drive to make a positive impact on humanity. His insights provide invaluable guidance for entrepreneurs and investors alike.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Maxim’s unconventional path from childhood curiosity to venture capital.
• The role of gut feeling and emotional intelligence in decision-making.
• Insights into the venture capital landscape and how VCs evaluate potential investments.
• The importance of resilience and adaptability in both personal and professional life.
• Strategies for preparing successful pitches and presentations to VCs.
• Maxim’s vision for the future of venture capital and the importance of making a positive impact.

Quote: "If you spray yourself far too thin and try to play all the cards simultaneously, you will receive far less. Focus on one thing, give it your all, and be incredibly receptive to feedback." - Maxim Matias

Episode Links:

🎧 Maxim Matias in conversation with Sudha: ‘How Maxim Matias is Finding His Edge & Leading In Venture Capital' on Beyond Lip Service.

Connect with Maxim Matias via:

• LinkedIn
• Quartz Capital
• World Government Summit

Credits:

Production, Sound Design, and Artwork: Sudha Kheterpal

Executive Producer: Jessica Tyrrell

Audio: Crazy P

Special thanks: Toby Goodman at CSX Partners and Narrow Podcasting

Join our journey: www.thepitchcoach.me/beyondlipservice

Serial Success: Serial Success: How Nikolina Lauc Is Building A Billion Dollar Venture And Navigating Dyslexia

Join Sudha as she delves into the dynamic journey of Nikolina Lauc, a pioneering entrepreneur in the health tech industry. Nikolina’s story spans from her early entrepreneurial ventures in Croatia to leading GlycanAge, a company revolutionizing preventive healthcare with cutting-edge biomarker technology. In this episode, Nikolina shares her unique path, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way, and offering invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and health enthusiasts alike.

Discover Nikolina’s evolution from her childhood in Croatia to her impactful roles in multiple startups. Learn how she co-founded GlycanAge, an innovative company providing insights into biological aging and preventive health, and how she navigates the challenges of being a dyslexic entrepreneur.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Nikolina’s journey from her entrepreneurial beginnings to becoming a tech innovator.
• The critical role of resilience and adaptability in Nikolina’s entrepreneurial journey.
• Insights into the creation and growth of GlycanAge and its impact on preventive health.
• The importance of understanding the health tech industry’s evolving landscape and leveraging technology to address its challenges.
• How being an extrovert and a strong networker contributed to Nikolina’s success.
• The future of health technology and opportunities for innovation and growth in the industry.

Quote: "Believe in yourself. Sometimes all you need is a little belief in yourself or somebody believing in you. If there's not somebody, there's always you." - Nikolina Lauc

Episode Links:

🎧 Nikolina Lauc in conversation with Sudha: ‘Serial Success: Serial Success: Building A Billion Dollar Venture And Navigating Dyslexia ’ on Beyond Lip Service.

Connect with Nikolina Lauc via:

• LinkedIn
• GlycanAge

Credits:

Executive Producer: Jessica Tyrrell

Audio: Crazy P

Production, Sound Design, and Artwork: Sudha Kheterpal

Special thanks: Toby Goodman at CSX Partners and Narrow Podcasting

Join our journey: www.thepitchcoach.me/beyondlipservice