First Builders
The CouncilThe First Builders Podcast from The Council dives into the stories of those who go first—founders, funders, and early operators who helped build category-defining companies before they were household names. Hosted by General Partner Amber Illig and Partner Rachel Tsui, each episode brings a candid, practical conversation with someone who has helped shape companies before there was a playbook.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 17 | Founded | 5 months ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | InvestingBusiness | |||
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Latest Episodes
What if the same wealth tools billionaires use were accessible to everyone?
In this episode of First Builders, hosts Amber Illig and Rachel Tsui sit down with Alessandro Chesser, Co-Founder & CEO of Dynasty, a licensed Nevada trust company helping f... more
How do you build a billion-dollar company when you’re not in Silicon Valley?
On this episode of First Builders, hosts Amber Illig and Rachel Tsui sit down with Jack Greco co-founder, COO & CFO of ACV Auctions, which went public at a $3.85 billion va... more
What if healthcare started at home?
In this episode of First Builders, hosts Amber Illig and Rachel Tsui sit down with Cameron Carter, Founder and CEO of Rosarium Health, a company helping older adults and people with disabilities age safely in plac... more
What if freezing your eggs could also help another family grow theirs?
In this episode of First Builders, hosts Amber Illig and Rachel Tsui sit down with Lauren Makler, Co-founder and CEO of Cofertility—a groundbreaking fertility company where women... more
Reviews
- Good for new founders
Love the insights for operators turned founders or for anyone thinking about founding a start up
Apple Podcasts5Namx45
United States2 months ago - Rating my own podcast
We have had so much fun recording these. Hope you all listen and enjoy!!
Apple Podcasts5amberilligUnited States4 months ago - Solid
Great to see women in this space having powerful conversations about investing and innovation. Congratulations.
Apple Podcasts5Luella Tanis
Canada4 months ago - Engaging, Insightful Conversations!
Just listened to the first episode of First Builders — such a great conversation! Rachel and Amber do an excellent job keeping the dialogue flowing naturally over 45 minutes, making the whole thing engaging and insightful. Loved the thoughtful questions and practical insights shared. Excited to tune in to more episodes soon!
Apple Podcasts5Theo ChamplinUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #38 |  Philippines/Business/Investing |
Apple Podcasts | #192 | Philippines/Business |
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