Atlanta Startup Podcast

Interviewed by Valor general partner Lisa Calhoun, learn how William Leonard--raised in Marietta, educated in Macon at Mercer--plotted a path to break into venture capital. He's worked with not one, but three, venture capital firms and shares his mindset and insights into why he chose to get into venture--and how he made it happen.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Seasoned Atlanta venture capitalists Mike Becker and Emery Waddell of Vocap Partners join host Lisa Calhoun of Valor Ventures to discuss why the Southeast is suddenly such a hot topic in the global startup community. Learn what this experienced operator-VC looks for when they lead seed investments. Get Mike Becker's incredible playbook for hiring your best sales leader ever.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Yotam's Atlanta AI startup provides monitored production for AI. "We help scientists and engineers figure out if their AI is working well," he says. Learn more about how Mona's team in Atlanta and Tel Aviv is creating outperformance for software teams using AI.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Kyle Schlotman Managing Partner of early stage venture capital firm Connetic has been investing in fast-growth startups for half a decade. The firm uses a unique screening approach. Instead of meeting with founders, they ask a few questions through a form. Learn more about how this innovative early-stage investor is sourcing deals in this conversation hosted by Valor general partner Lisa CalhounLet's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Are you hungry? Sofiat can relate. She started the fastest growing food truck platform in the country. It helps food truck owners and operators serve customers faster. Learn more about her journey as a fintech founder and why she's in love with the diversity and deliciousness of the food truck industry. Interviewed by Valor general partner Lisa Calhoun.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

What are the real grassroots technology trends driving startups this year? Hear from software founders including Deb Casurella, CEO of MyAgData; Jeannie Tarkenton of Funding U; Nelson Thomas from Ecotext and Andrew McConnell of Rented.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Medical expert Evodie Epane is an Atlanta founder whose company Vegan Tiger is bringing a healthy new delicious snack to market. Learn about her journey into vegan foods.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

The Biden Harris administration is going to have a huge impact on the venture capital industry. Get insights of national and local interest from leaders Congressman Kwanza Hall, who won the US House of Representatives seat formerly held by Hon. John Lewis; Jina Sanone, executive director of political action group Her Term; and Tiffany McKenzie, partner with Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner. This conversation is hosted by Valor general partners Lisa Calhoun and Gary Peat.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Hustling co-founders Joel Nkounkou and Nelson Thomas just raised their first venture round for their digital textbook platform. Enjoy their insights into what the students of today need from their learning platforms.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.

Hear Atlanta founder Carolyn Pitt who's building the top job platform for the film and media industry. She shares why customers like Marvel focus on hiring in the Southeast, and what her startup is doing about it.Let's take this conversation to real time. Join Valor for an upcoming event.