Founder Friday by Canopy Community: Recent Episodes
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It is a great blessing to be able to Follow Your Dreams! To be offered the moment in time where you get to build something of your vision and take it to the world.Not everyone gets that opportunity and not everyone who does so succeeds, in fact many of us fail, many times over, and we know ahead of starting out that the dangerous rocks of the journey are most likely to get us on the way.So what makes us take that leap of faith? What spurs us to back our endeavours with our time, our energy, our money and our life force? What kind of mental and emotional make up is needed not only to start, but to survive and thrive on such a voyage of discovery?In seeking the answer to that question we look to the failures, the examples of success and the many ‘works in progress’ from which we can learn and this is what brings us to the drive behind Founder Friday.More information at https://canopycommunity.substack.com/p/founderfridaywhat-is-it-all-about
BETA100™ is a project-based network of talent that startups can use to build up their teams and grow their businesses. The platform challenges you to change your mindset and test-drive your relationships before committing to a fixed role.
Contributions to projects are remunerated through equity, pay or a mixture of both.
In this edition of Founder Friday the co-founders of Beta 100 share their experience of building, as non technical founders, a tech product to help other founders.
They reflect on their experiences of the journey to become co-founders & the commitment it takes as well as the faith in each other, to get a startup of the ground.
Beta100.co is at the stage of proving product market fit, and raising their seed round.
Based in Cornwall, Beta100 and has been formed as part of the Falmouth University Launchpad program.
Key highlights
- 1:26 What Beta 100 is all about
- 8:08 The inspiration for May and Camilla in building this idea
- 18:46 Lessons learned from the journey so far
- 23:33 Why May and Camilla chose to be Founders (not just Employees)
- 26:53 [Godparent style] Advice for first time founders
Total run time : 32 mins
Host: Stewart Noakes
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartnoakes/
Guest: May Ireland
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayireland/
Guest: Camilla Carrapatso
https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillacarrapatoso/
Falmouth Launchpad program
https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/launchpad
Beta 100
https://www.beta100.co
Watch May talk about Beta 100 at Canopy Demo Night in Lisbon - Nov 2022 - https://youtu.be/wq4w7zp0-bE
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Amutri is the Canva.com of the 3d visualisation world.
It democratises the ability to render 3D visualisations in seconds, empowering architects and designers to understand and explore their spaces, engage with stakeholders and respond to the needs of their customers in a different way.
In this first episode of the new series our guest today is Michael Calver, the sole Founder and CEO of Amutri. He perceives his journey is to build a unicorn company. At this stage the company is releasing the MVP and seeing it in the hands of real users.
Amutri.com is also in the process of raising a seed round of GBP1.5M.
Based in Cornwall, Amutri and has been formed as part of the Falmouth University Launchpad program.
Michael shares his thoughts on motivation, finding a co-founder and reflects on the trials of the journey to date.
Key highlights
- 1:45 What amutri.com is all about
- 5:35 The inspiration for Michael in building this idea
- 10:35 Lessons learned from his journey
- 15:20 Why Michael chose to be a Founder
- 22:20 The journey to find a co-founder
- 29:15 Advice for first time founders
Total run time : 32 mins
This episode was recorded in November 2022
Host: Stewart Noakes
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartnoakes/
Guest: Michael Calver
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcalver/
https://www.amutri.com/
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Considering embarking on an incubator program? Or pitching for investment? David Harris has been on both sides of the table and can shed a little light on setting the tone for a success.
Co-founder, business mentor and investor, based in Bristol, UK, David tells us about his journey from struggling start up to extraordinary exit. He shares his insights about building the right team and what it looks like to be 'investor ready'.
Host: Charity Wilsonhttp://linkedin.com/in/charity-wilson-6502789b
David Harris
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-harris-0ba569/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bristol-private-equity-club/
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In this first episode of the new series, we hear from Rebecca Matthews and Brendan Sleeman, print media founders that have consistently followed their instincts and never veered from their principles around quality, community and sustainability.
15 years into their journey, we find out how to achieve longevity in an industry that had been written off; how to stay afloat in times of global crisis; and how to separate work life and family life when you marry your co-founder!
Wed Magazine’s success is a lesson in understanding your market, your revenue streams and the community you serve. As Brendan describes it, you have to “ditch the ego” and truly listen to your stake holders, if you want to stay relevant.
Host: Charity Wilsonhttp://linkedin.com/in/charity-wilson-6502789b
Wed Magazine
https://www.wedmagazine.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/wedmagazineuk
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In Series 2, Episode #5 we are delighted to be joined by Terry Hamill - serial entrepreneur, connector of people and National Director of BNI, Portugal, who shares with us his powerful journey and how a childhood experience has made him the person he is today.
Website:
http://www.bni.pt
LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/terryhamill/
In this episode we cover:
- how a tragic experience as a child has now led Terry to want to help millions of people around the world.
- How showing vulnerability is so important in helping others to speak out.
- How as leaders its vital to understand the personalities and strengths of your team so that you can get the best out of them.
I really enjoyed recording this episode - I'm sure you will gain so much from it!
Host: Biraj Nakarja
Co Hosts: Tijana Momirov & Stewart Noakes
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Welcome to the Canopy Founder Friday series.
In Episode #6 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Mariana Bettencourt who is founder and CEO of Sparkl.pt
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianabettencourt1/
● Moving from corporate life to startup
● Winning the Lisbon Challenge and raising seed funds
● Being a Founder and the pressures it can take on your personal life
● Having a passion for beauty & building a brand
● Being in business with your best friend
● Dealing with Covid19 as a beauty on demand business
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Co hosts Stewart Noakes, Silvia Silva, Pedro Guimaraes, Prabha Rathinasabapathy, Tijana Momirov
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in April 2020 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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In Series 2, Episode #4 we hear from Fabio Rodrigues, Founding Partner & CEO of U5 Marketing and author of the book Na Dúvida Não Empreenda.
Website:
https://naoempreenda.com/en/should-you-startup/
https://u5marketing.com.br/
LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabiorod001/
In this episode we cover Fabio's journey from Senior executive at Microsoft and Nokia, to setting up his Marketing agency U5 marketing, to writing his book 'Na Dúvida Não Empreenda' which is all about what you need to consider when creating your start up business.
We discuss Fabio's simple concepts of the challenges that the novice entrepreneur will face and that can bankrupt any new company. His message is clear - you have a lot to lose - so think carefully before you make the jump into starting up a business!
Join us in this invaluable episode which I'm sure you will learn so much from!
Host: Biraj Nakarja
Co Hosts: Tijana Momirov & Pedro Guimarães
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Welcome to the Canopy Founder Friday series.
In Episode #5 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Brittany McDonough who is the senior director of global partnerships for MassChallenge
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanymcdonough/
- Boston as a home.
- Working with early stage startups
- Building a global accelerator program
- From State Government to Startup Accelerator
- Building on a background of music
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Co-hosts Stewart Noakes, Sofia Fernandes, Ani GuptaNote: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in May 2020 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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In Series 2, Episode #3 we hear from Charity Wilson founder and CEO of Beam Education
Website:
https://www.beam-education.co.uk
LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/charity-wilson-6502789b/
In this episode we cover Charity's journey from school teacher to entrepreneur:
- How Charity saw a problem first hand and felt there was a validated need to find a solution
- The trials and tribulations of starting your own business
- Her views on the future of education
Join us and share in Charity's experiences and learnings as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Host: Biraj Nakarja
Co Hosts: Tijana Momirov & Pedro Guimarães
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In Episode #4 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Oana Manolache who is the CEO and Co-Founder of Introvoke.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/oana-m-manolache/
- Developing a live streaming events platform from scratch
- Taking the leap of faith from the safety of corporate to startup life
- From Europe to Boston and beyond
- Learning to just start, rather than wait for perfection.
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Co hosts Stewart Noakes, Tijana Momirov, Pedro Guimaraes
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in January 2020 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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In Series 2, Episode #2 we hear from Robert Baldock founder of https://www.clustre.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbaldock/
In this episode we cover his journey including:
- What Innovation means to Robert
- Being a partner at Accenture
- The power of networks and relationships
- Love of Formula 1
Share in his gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Host: Biraj Nakarja
Co Hosts: Tijana Momirov & Pedro Guimarães
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in Feb 2021 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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Welcome to the Canopy Founder Friday series.
In Episode #3 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Gabi Champagne who is the CEO and Co-Founder of EDIS Fashion.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabi-champagne-88427252/
- Bringing an idea to life through the Demium program
- Bonding with a co-founder
- Sustainable fashion and where it's going
- Raising investment for a new idea
- The experience of Canopy Demo Night
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Guest co-hosts: Fernando Batista, John Gale
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in November 2019 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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In Series 2, Episode #1 we interview Biraj Nakarja founder of https://www.innatecompass.com who is now also the host of the Founder Friday series this year.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/biraj-nakarja-41a4047
In this episode we cover his journey including:
- What are your core strengths
- Moving from the corporate world into entrepreneurship
- Starting a coding school franchise
- Give without an expectation of receiving.
Share in his gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Co Hosts: Pedro Guimarães, Tijana Momirov, Stewart Noakes
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in Jan 2021 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
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Welcome to the Canopy Founder Friday series
In Episode #2 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Sofia Fernandes who is the head of marketing and projects at Building Global Innovators (BGI) in Portugal.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofia-fernandes/
- Surround yourself with people who are doers and that ‘want to make it happen’
- What to look for in startups
- Moving careers from academia to innovation
- Open innovation - working with both corporate and startup cultures
- What makes a good investor
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Guest Co Hosts: Pedro Guimarães, Tijana Momirov
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Welcome to the Canopy Founder Friday series.
In Episode #1 of our back catalogue series we are joined by Vanessa Tierney who is the author of "Your company with no walls" and co-founder of Abodoo.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessatierney/
- The importance of soft skills
- Blending a startup journey with raising a family
- Learning to trust remote workers
- Launching the book : Your company with no walls
- Reflections on the Irish startup ecosystem
Share in her gifts of wisdom and experience & join us as we seek to discover what makes this inspiring founder tick.
Guest Co Host Pedro Guimaraes, Tijana Momirov
Note: this episode was first recorded as a webinar in July 2020 and converted to a podcast so we could all enjoy it away from our screens.
(We first published this episode last year, but having just changed podcast platforms we wanted to include it as the first of our new series)
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