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Welcome to the DealMakers show, hosted by Alejandro Cremades. Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and cofounder at Panthera Advisors (M&A and fundraising advisory). On this podcast you will find weekly interviews with entrepreneurs that have been very successful at raising capital or getting their company acquired. You can learn more at alejandrocremades.com/

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Alex Hawkinson
Founder and CEO of Bright AI, previously founded SmartThings which was acquired by Samsung.
Bright AI
Episode: Alex Hawkinson On Selling A Company To Samsung For $200 Million, And Raising $78 Million To Automate Global Infrastructure For A Sustainable Future
Jon Lensing
Co-founder of OpenLoop, a telehealth company
OpenLoop Health
Episode: Jon Lensing On Building A $1 Billion Telehealth Company That Provides A Full-Stack, White-Labeled Platform To Support Virtual Care Services
Rajeev Shah
Founder and CEO of Celona, previously worked with Aruba Networks and Federated Wireless.
Celona
Episode: Rajeev Shah On Raising $135 Million To Build A Platform Providing Private 5G LAN (Local Area Network) Solutions For Enterprises
Eric Remer
CEO and founder of EverCommerce, who has successfully sold multiple companies and is currently focusing on service-based businesses using AI-driven solutions.
EverCommerce
Episode: Eric Remer On Selling Three Companies For Over $100 Million Each And Building A $2 Billion Valuation Company To Support SMBs With AI-Driven Business Solutions
Krish Ramineni
Co-founder of Fireflies, an AI meeting assistant.
Fireflies.ai
Episode: Krish Ramineni On Building A $1 Billion-Company To Provide Users With An AI Meeting Assistant
Matias Recchia
Entrepreneur and founder involved in AI-powered real estate solutions
Kiwi
Episode: Matias Recchia On Raising $45 Million To Provide AI-Powered Solutions For The Real Estate Industry
Jesse Zhang
Founder of Decagon and former founder of Loki
Decagon
Episode: Jesse Zhang On Raising $231 Million To Build A Conversational AI Platform That Empowers Enterprises To Provide An AI-Driven Concierge Customer Experience
Lisa Falzone
Entrepreneur and founder of Athena Security, former co-founder of Revel Systems
Athena Security
Episode: Lisa Falzone On Selling A Company For $250 Million And Now Building An AI-Powered Weapons Detection And Visitor Management System
Itamar Friedman
An entrepreneur and founder currently building Kodo after selling his previous company to Alibaba.
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Episode: Itamar Friedman On Selling A Company To Alibaba And Now Raising $50 Million To Build A Quality-First AI Coding Platform To Help With Writing, Testing, And Reviewing Code

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Alejandro Cremades
Host of the entrepreneurial-focused interviews, emphasizing insights on capital raising and acquisitions.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 488 ratings
  • Great Show!

    This is a really great show and Alejandro is a very good interviewer. Very insightful episodes, direct from the mouths of the founders; very honest portrayal and inspirational. Well done! I would highly recommend subscribing.

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    Solange Wonder
    Canadaa month ago
  • More women entrepreneurs, please

    Would love to see more women entrepreneurs interviewed!

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    3
    TClaire1123
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Thankyou for giving us a peak and dive into different strategies and how these founders go about there multi multi million dollar businesses.

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    5
    PurpleDrank19
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast

    Always bringing the energy and the insights

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Toronto Entrepreneur
    Canada2 years ago
  • Amazing!

    I love Alejandro’s podcast! The knowledge you gain from each episode and the quality of guests that are brought on the show makes this podcast a must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    REIexpert101
    Canada3 years ago

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Some feedback indicates a desire for more diversity among guest appearances, particularly regarding female entrepreneurs and underrepresented founders.
Many find the host's interview style engaging, often praising the practical takeaways presented in each episode.
Listeners appreciate the high caliber of guests and the insightful discussions on entrepreneurship and fundraising strategies.

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Mark Rampolla On Selling A Company To Coca-Cola for $200 Million, Repurchasing It, And Now Co-Founding A $600-Million AUM Private Equity Firm
Q: What was that moment that pushed you to take action and to want to really bring it to life with ZICO?
It was driven by a fear of not seeing myself on a specific trajectory in my corporate career and the desire for freedom to craft my own life and terms.
Alex Hawkinson On Selling A Company To Samsung For $200 Million, And Raising $78 Million To Automate Global Infrastructure For A Sustainable Future
Q: Why did you wait so long until you raised money?
I didn't feel I'd found the pattern yet. I wanted the optionality to figure it out in whatever way makes the biggest possible business and impact happen.
Krish Ramineni On Building A $1 Billion-Company To Provide Users With An AI Meeting Assistant
Q: What advice would you give your younger self before launching a business?
Focus on doing one thing really well instead of many things mediocrely, and avoid distractions.
Krish Ramineni On Building A $1 Billion-Company To Provide Users With An AI Meeting Assistant
Q: How is AI impacting companies as a whole and the future of work?
AI will eliminate repetitive tasks while allowing humans to focus on creative and valuable work. It's essential for businesses to adopt AI to remain competitive.
Eric Remer On Selling Three Companies For Over $100 Million Each And Building A $2 Billion Valuation Company To Support SMBs With AI-Driven Business Solutions
Q: What would you tell your younger self before launching a business?
I would tell myself to maintain a positive mindset, to be persistent, and to focus on overcoming obstacles.

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What is DealMakers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series features in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs who share their journeys, focusing on capital raising and acquisitions. Guests typically discuss their entrepreneurial experiences, challenges faced in growing their businesses, and strategies for securing funding. The content not only highlights successful ventures but also provides insights into the personal stories of these founders, making complex business topics more relatable and accessible. Noteworthy elements include diverse industry representation and a focus on transformative business models in technology, health, and sustainable solutions, appealing to aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike.

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Recent guests on DealMakers include:

1. Alex Hawkinson
2. Jon Lensing
3. Rajeev Shah
4. Eric Remer
5. Krish Ramineni
6. Matias Recchia
7. Jesse Zhang
8. Lisa Falzone

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