Founder's Voyage

By: Spencer Walker-Fooks Nancy Nash
  • Summary

  • A collection of discussions from and to entrepreneurs. Our goal is to develop the community of Entrepreneurs who have participated in the MIT Entrepreneurship Bootcamps.

    Spencer Walker-Fooks, Nancy Nash
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Episodes
  • Richard Heasman - Transforming Workplace Culture
    Jan 19 2025

    In this episode, we welcome Richard Heasman, managing director at Feel Good, who shares his decade-long journey in content marketing and leadership. Richard discusses his transition from journalism to marketing, emphasizing the importance of effective leadership and a positive workplace culture. He highlights the pivot Feel Good made from traditional workshops to strategic partnerships, focusing on deep cultural changes within organizations. Richard underscores the significance of understanding organizational challenges, balancing immediate business needs with long-term vision, and prioritizing well-being for both leaders and employees. His insights offer valuable guidance for fostering engagement, productivity, and sustainable growth in the workplace.

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    49 mins
  • Bhisham Sahi - Transforming Challenges into Opportunities
    Jan 17 2025

    In this episode, Nancy hosts Bhisham Sahi, CEO and founder of Pixelate and co-founder of Hungry Gator. Bhisham shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his college days to his transition from a corporate job at Red Bull to founding his own companies. He discusses the challenges and pivots he faced, including the impact of the pandemic on his business. Bhisham emphasizes the importance of risk-taking, building a supportive culture, and adapting to industry changes. The episode concludes with Bhisham offering advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, encouraging them to embrace failure and take action.

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    52 mins
  • Nate Domenighini
    Jan 12 2025

    In this episode of the "Founders Voyage" podcast, we host Nate, the Associate Vice President at Generator, an organization dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and nurturing startup ecosystems. Nate shares his journey from journalism to senior care, and ultimately to supporting underrepresented founders through Generator. He emphasizes the importance of relationships, trust, and empathy in entrepreneurship. Generator's mission focuses on providing resources, mentorship, and community support, particularly in underserved areas. Nate highlights the significance of coachability, curiosity, and community in successful founders, and offers insights on crafting compelling pitches and knowing when to pivot or let go.

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    54 mins

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