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Startup Theatre Podcast

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Exploring the wins, challenges, & lessons from startups. Honest conversations, real insights, and everything in between. Troy Hammond & Serge van Dam, with deep roots in the startup ecosystem in New Zealand and beyond, explore the world of startups, tech, markets, and media. They break down industry trends, uncover the realities of scaling companies, and share expert insights through candid conver... more

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Recent Guests

Hamish Edwards
Co-founder of Xero, an accounting software company
Xero
Episode: Hamish Edwards: How I founded a $20 Billion dollar company
Lowry Gladwell
Head of Airwallex in New Zealand, a global financial services platform
Airwallex
Episode: Lowry Gladwell: The secrets of SaaS revenue growth
Jodi Kennedy
Co-founder of Addition, offers support for startup founders
Addition
Episode: Lowry Gladwell: The secrets of SaaS revenue growth
Rowan Simpson
An influential figure in the New Zealand startup ecosystem, author, and entrepreneur
Author of 'How to Be Wrong'
Episode: Rowan Simpson: The Man Behind NZ’s Most Successful Startups
Finn Hogan
Head Writer at Caffeine, startup correspondent
Caffeine
Episode: Rowan Simpson: The Man Behind NZ’s Most Successful Startups
Philip Fierlinger
Co-founder and head of design at Xero, now involved with Upstock.
Upstock
Episode: How Beastie Boys lead me to co-founding Xero and now Upstock 🚀
Derek Handley
Entrepreneur, co-founder of Hyperfactory, and director at Aero VC and Aero Fintech.
Aero Fintech
Episode: My tech will get you into your first home faster 🏠
Carsten Grueber
Country manager of TikTok New Zealand
TikTok
Episode: Over half of NZ’s internet users are using TikTok 🤯
Janine Grainger
Co-founder and CEO of Easy Crypto
Easy Crypto
Episode: The future of digital currency is inevitable 💲

Hosts

Troy Hammond
Host of the Startup Theatre Podcast, with a background in the startup ecosystem focusing on engaging conversations about entrepreneurship and innovation.
Serge van Dam
Co-host of the Startup Theatre Podcast, contributing insights from his experience in the tech and startup scenes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Love the work going on here. Great content. Great guest list. Thank you for doing this.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nick_#####
    New Zealand2 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its candid approach and honest conversations about the challenges of entrepreneurship.
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Many enjoy the focus on real experiences and lessons from the startup world, finding it relatable and informative.

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#108
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New Zealand. You too can change the WORLD! 🌏
Q: What is your vision for New Zealand in 20 years?
Mahesh wants to create a happier environment by ensuring access to healthcare, education, and addressing inequity.
New Zealand. You too can change the WORLD! 🌏
Q: What did you learn the most about your time at Canva?
He learned that from a small city in New Zealand, you can create a product that can change the world.
New Zealand. You too can change the WORLD! 🌏
Q: How did you get into politics?
Mahesh explains that he decided 20 years ago that he would engage in public service for New Zealand and aligns with the National Party's values.
It's not "Survive to '25, it's Drive to '25"
Q: How does she balance talented designers and engineers with the clients who change the strategy and workload?
By having strong project managers who keep everyone on track and ensure the client's vision aligns with the team's capabilities.
It's not "Survive to '25, it's Drive to '25"
Q: What do you do in those moments where you're like, say, what do you do the next day after having to let go of a bunch of the team at Springload?
You walk back in as a leader to a room of people who are feeling nervous, worried, and sad for their colleagues, acknowledging the emotional impact it has on everyone.

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This podcast serves as a platform for exploring the intricacies of startups by engaging in candid conversations with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and innovators. The discussions cover a wide range of topics including go-to-market strategies, the experiences of successful founders, and insights into the technology landscape, particularly in New Zealand. Each episode offers real-world insights into the trials and triumphs faced by startups, reflecting a commitment to sharing knowledge and learning from various challenges in the entrepreneurial journey. Notably, the hosts bring a wealth of experience and established connections within the startup ecosystem, enhancing the depth of the conversations and the relevance of the content shared.

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1. Hamish Edwards
2. Lowry Gladwell
3. Jodi Kennedy
4. Rowan Simpson
5. Finn Hogan
6. Philip Fierlinger
7. Derek Handley
8. Carsten Grueber

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