Venture Everywhere

Episode 53 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Gabriela Isturiz, General Partner at The Fund XX, ex-legal tech founder with two Fortune 500 exits to Thomson Reuters and Roper Tech, now investing in and supporting startups. She chats with Doug Bemis, co-founder and CEO of Syntracts, a legal tech startup transforming legal contracts into actionable intelligence. Doug shares insights into how Syntracts is revolutionizing legal knowledge management. They extract precise, reliable information from any contract with the  information staying on-premise. Doug also discusses how generative AI is influencing legal workflows and his approach to creating technology that respects law firms' need for high security and accuracy. In this episode, you will hear:Syntracts' shift to self-service enabling users to enhance accuracy and develop structured workflows.Differences from traditional AI models with a focus on accuracy, rich metadata, and reliability.Understanding the legal industry's unique constraints to navigate challenges effectively.Addressing the problem of buried institutional knowledge in legal contracts.Syntracts’ vision for providing legal tech tools that integrate AI and streamline information retrieval.Learn more about Gabriela Isturiz | The FundLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielaisturiz/Website: https://ideas.thefund.vc/Learn more about Doug Bemis | SyntractsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-bemis-4481093b/Website: https://www.syntracts.com/

Episode 52 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Beth Lopez, founder of Outfox Health, an AI tool for quick healthcare answers, price checks, and affordable provider guidance. Beth chats with Mark Jackson, founder of Besolo, a company that supports solopreneurs with an all-in-one platform for benefits, taxes, compliance, and essential business tools. Mark shares his journey from a marketing leader to scaling unicorn companies and ultimately founding Besolo. Mark also discusses Besolo’s long-term goal of supporting millions of solopreneurs and empowering them to pursue independence with the security of traditional employment benefits.In this episode, you will hear:Potential for Besolo to become a major player by leveraging a large user base to negotiate benefits.The societal shift towards solopreneurship and its implications for the workforce.How the post-COVID era has accelerated the growth of the solopreneur and freelancer market.The battle between enterprise-focused and independent-centric platforms.Building customer trust through educational content, strategic partnerships, and network effects.The gap in affordable coverage options for self-employed individuals.Learn more about Beth Ann Lopez |  Outfox HealthLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/balopez999  Website: https://outfoxhealth.com/ Learn more about Mark Jackson | BesoloLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/jaxnmarx Website: https://www.besolo.io/ 

Episode 51 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Shafiq Khartabil, Co-founder and CEO of Ogram, an on-demand staffing platform in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Greece, matching qualified workers to jobs in hospitality, retail, and logistics. He chats with Madhav Krishna, Founder and CEO of Vahan.ai, an AI-powered recruitment platform for India's blue-collar workforce.  Madhav shares how Vahan.ai is transforming the hiring process for India's 300 million blue-collar workers by using AI to connect job seekers with employment opportunities. Shafiq and Madhave discuss the $670 billion global temp staffing challenge and explore how platforms like Vahan and Ogram are reshaping employment dynamics worldwide.In this episode, you will hear:Vahan.ai's AI solutions match workers to roles, verify qualifications, and expedite hiring.Staffing hurdles in high-demand sectors like hospitality, logistics, retail and the blue-collar workforce.Vahan's strategies to leverage community networks for trust-building.Shift towards flexible staffing from traditional outsourcing in various industries.Benefits of voice-based AI in expanding access to job-seeking platforms.The similarities and differences of on-demand staffing across India, the UAE, Europe, and beyond. Learn more about Madhav Krishna |  VahanLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/madhavkrishna Website: https://vahan.co/ Learn more about Shafiq Khartabil | OgramLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/shafiq-khartabil-ba592a20 Website: https://www.ogram.co/uae/en/ 

Episode 50 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Jenny Fielding, Co-founder and GP of Everywhere Ventures. She chats with Matt Biringer, co-founder and CEO of North, a cloud optimization platform designed to democratize cost efficiency for businesses of all sizes. Matt shares his transition from a career in sales to founding North and how it empowers businesses to optimize and reduce cloud costs, especially on AWS. Matt discussed his vision for cloud-based finance management, aiming to transform operations by leveraging AI and innovative automation solutions.In this episode, you will hear:The complexities of cloud licensing and why North started with AWS.How North prioritizes customer experience to differentiate from competitors.Streamlining cloud management with innovative dashboards to eliminate inefficient manual processes.Addressing misconceptions about the cloud finance market.Security considerations in product development for tech companies.Distinction between one-time services and ongoing cloud optimization processes.Recognizing potential and intangibles in people.Learn more about Matt Biringer |  NorthLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbiringer/Website: https://www.north.cloud/Learn more about Jenny Fielding | Everywhere VCLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyfielding/Website: https://everywhere.vc/

Episode 49 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Scott Harley, Co-founder and managing director of Everywhere VC. He chats with Amanda Jacobson,  CRO of Radar, an enterprise-focused CFO suite offering treasury management services that specialize in payment reconciliation, disbursement, and collections in LatAm. Amanda shares her journey as a startup leader and experiences in social enterprise, fintech, and operations across markets in Mexico and Chile. Amanda also discussed fintech's evolution in LatAm and how Radar is solving complex financial reconciliation issues for enterprises.In this episode, you will hear:Radar’s suite of products focused on treasury management and financial operations.Success with clients like GNP and challenges of complex data reconciliation.Regulatory and systemic risks in emerging markets like Mexico and ChileAchieving product-market fit and adapting to market differences.Listening to clients and adapting Radar’s offerings for specific reconciliation needs.Collaboration with established financial institutions to manage risk and drive innovation in fintech.Learn more about Amanda Jacobson | RadarLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amjacobson/Website: https://www.somosradar.com/Learn more about Scott Harley | Everywhere VenturesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthartley/Website:  https://everywhere.vc/ | https://scotthartley.com/

Episode 48 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Becky Yang, venture partner at Everywhere Ventures, previously an operator in high-growth startups, with 20 years of experience in finance, tech, and climate investing and consulting. She chats with Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli, co-founder and CEO of WATS, a waste data management company driving cost savings and waste diversion for multi-site businesses. Meredith shares her journey in co-founding WATS and its innovative solutions to create more sustainable systems. Meredith also discusses the future of waste management, promoting best practices for zero-waste operations while supporting sustainability and local economies.In this episode, you will hear:WATS' mission to drive cost savings and waste diversion using data.The complexities of zero-waste operations in urban environments like New York City.Utilizing AI and automation to enhance recycling processes and boost operational efficiency.Challenges in the waste management sector such as time constraints and insufficient incentives.Measuring the impact of waste management on carbon emissions and sustainability.Learn more about Becky Yang | Everywhere VenturesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckyyangprofile/Website: https://everywhere.vc/Learn more about Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli | WATSLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithdf/Website: https://www.getwats.com/

Episode 47 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Ari Newman, an LP of Everywhere Ventures and Partner in The Fund Rockies and also the co-founder and managing director at Massive, a multi-stage venture firm that invests in deep tech, enterprise, and climate.He chats with Gadalia Montoya Weinberg O'Bryan, Founder and CEO of Dapple Security, a cybersecurity company protecting companies against phishing and ransomware by securing their workforce logins. Gadalia shares how Dapple’s biometric login solution is transforming security, especially for small and medium-sized businesses. Gadalia also discusses the future of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and the impact of quantum computing in the cybersecurity landscape.In this episode, you will hear:Key difference between traditional MFA (such as SMS-based) and phishing-resistant technology.Evolution of cryptographic standards in the face of growing computational power.How Dapple’s biometric solution eliminates shared secrets.Balancing security with ease of use to drive higher adoption rates for MFA solutions.Dapple’s aim to enhance user experience and security with low-friction solutions for greater adoption.Learn more about Ari Newman | Everywhere Ventures | The Fund Rockies | Massive Capital PartnersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinewman/Websites: https://everywhere.vc/                  https://thefund.vc/community/rockies/                    https://www.massive.vc/Learn more about Gadalia O'Bryan | Dapple SecurityLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gadalia-o-bryan/Website: https://dapplesecurity.com/

Episode 46 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Mishal Thadani, co-founder and CEO of Rhizome, a company offering advanced climate risk mitigation for communities and businesses against extreme weather events. He chats with Eren Aksu, CEO and co-founder of ThreeV, an insights automation platform for asset-intensive industries, starting with power and utilities and expanding into oil, gas, and public infrastructure. Eren shares his journey from augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to creating an insights automation platform. Mishal and Eren also discussed social impact in their work and the need for innovative solutions to address real-world problems.In this episode, you will hear:Consolidating diverse data sources to build effective models for utilities.ThreeV's core values—mission, mastery, and moral integrity for a transparent, collaborative work environment.Executive buy-in for innovation and the collaborative nature of the utility industry.Combination of timing, product, and the team for ThreeV’s success in the market.AI’s rise and its opportunities for innovation and efficiency in the utility sector.Learn more about Mishal Thadani | RhizomeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mishal-thadani/Website: https://www.rhizomedata.com/Learn more about Eren Aksu | ThreeVLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eren-aksuhttps://www.erenaksu.net/Website: https://www.threev.ai/ 

Episode 45 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Tim Hsia, co-founder and CEO of VetraFi, a fintech company offering financial tools specifically designed for military personnel. He chats with Carrie Marshall, co-founder and CEO of Rebel Space, a company developing autonomous cybersecurity software to protect spacecraft, ground stations, and mission operations. Carrie shares how her experience in cybersecurity and military background shaped her approach to operations in the aerospace sector. Carrie also discusses the challenges of modern space infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, and the critical role automation plays in space systems today.In this episode, you will hear:Complexity of space operations and the increased commercial involvement.Rebel Space aims to automate space and cyber operations to reduce human errors.The need for effective military-commercial communication in space and cybersecurity.Growing threats from both foreign actors and everyday hackers in the space domain.Challenges of training and supporting operators in a complex and contested space environment.“Buy what you can, build what you must” approach to address issues and cut costs.Learn more about Tim Hsia | VetraFiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timhsia/Website: https://www.vetrafi.com/Learn more about Carrie Marshall | Rebel SpaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriehz/Website: https://www.rebelspacetech.com/

Episode 44 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Gabriela Isturiz, General Partner at The Fund XX, ex-legal tech founder with two Fortune 500 exits, now investing in and supporting startups. She interviews Kory Kelly, the Founder and CEO of Legal Karma, a platform offering estate planning solutions, such as trusts and power of attorney, through financial institutions. Kory shares his journey of founding Legal Karma and its mission to make these services more accessible and affordable. Kory also discusses how the company is revolutionizing legal tech by collaborating with trusted financial institutions to deliver estate planning and other legal services.In this episode, you will hear:Legal Karma’s shift from direct-to-consumer to partnering with financial institutions for legal services.Kory’s motivation to improve access to legal services for marginalized communities.Aligning with the generational transfer of wealth for impactful growth opportunities.Strong partnerships and a modular product structure to minimize tech debt.Future fundraising plans to reach a Series A round by 2026.The long-term goal to transform how Americans access legal services.Learn more about Gabriela Isturiz | The FundLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielaisturiz/Website: https://ideas.thefund.vc/Learn more about Kory Kelly | Legal KarmaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/korykelly/Website: https://www.legalkarma.io/