Born In Silicon Valley

Redefining Banking: Paul Kesserwani's Cushion Story

Dive into an insightful conversation with Paul Kesserwani, the visionary founder and CEO of Cushion. In this episode, Paul shares the groundbreaking journey of Cushion, an innovative fintech company that's reshaping how consumers handle their bills in the U.S. Discover how Cushion's ML models successfully negotiated bank fees, putting millions back into customers' pockets, especially during COVID. Learn about their unique Buy Now Pay Later aggregator - a one-stop app solution for managing BNPL loans across providers. Paul also reflects on his decade-long experience in high-impact roles across various companies, including Twitter, and his contributions to multiple successful exits. Cushion's mission to challenge the status quo in personal finance and Paul's passion for solving complex problems and leading by example is an inspiring story for entrepreneurs and fintech enthusiasts alike.
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Connecting the World: The pop.in Story with Alex Kruglov

Join us in an engaging conversation with Alex Kruglov, the innovative co-founder and CEO of pop.in, a platform transforming the way we socialize virtually. In this episode, Alex shares his journey from being part of Hulu's launch team to creating a unique app that brings people together through games and shared experiences. Discover how pop.in is combating the epidemic of loneliness and promoting inclusive communities globally. Alex's diverse background, from media to gaming and advisory roles, provides a rich narrative on how technology can foster 'joyful togetherness.' Learn about his vision, the challenges he faced, and his inspiration behind this groundbreaking project. This episode is a must-watch for those interested in the intersection of technology, gaming, and community building.
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

The Future of Communication APIs: Insights from Gleb Polyakov

Join us in an exclusive conversation with Gleb Polyakov, Co-founder and CEO of Nylas, the innovative software company transforming email, calendar, and scheduling through advanced APIs. In this episode, Gleb shares the story behind Nylas, from its early days to becoming a key player in the tech industry, providing seamless integration solutions to developers worldwide. Delve into Gleb's background in finance and physics, his transition to entrepreneurship, and his vision for a more connected and efficient digital communication world. Discover how Nylas is shaping the future of communication technology and how they're embracing a flexible-first philosophy to foster creativity and productivity. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the challenges, successes, and future plans of Nylas.
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Future-Proof Finance: Arc's Vision with Don Muir

Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Don Muir, the innovative CEO & Co-Founder of Arc. Discover how Arc is building the future of finance by providing cutting-edge banking software designed for modern tech companies. Don discusses how Arc ensures the protection of deposits with the world's largest financial institutions, offers competitive APYs on deposits, and provides instant access to growth capital. Dive into Don's journey from his experiences in private equity and management consulting to founding Arc, a company revolutionizing the financial services industry. Learn about Arc's unique approach to diversifying startup deposits, ensuring maximum coverage, and offering flexible working environments for its team. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersection of finance and technology.
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Ahmed Omar's Journey: From MMA Fighter to AI Pioneer

AI-Powered Discovery: Inside David Paffenholz's Juicebox Journey

Join us as we delve into the world of AI with David Paffenholz, the mind behind Juicebox (PeopleGPT) – the innovative AI search engine redefining recruiting, customer discovery, and more. From its inception to its vision, uncover the journey of this YC S22 startup that's changing the game. Don't miss out on the future of online searches!
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Navigating the Energy Transition with Daniel Frey

Dive into the realm of advanced energy management with Daniel Frey, a stalwart with three-plus decades in energy marketing and trading. With rich experience in everything from retail energy marketing to risk management, Daniel enlightens us on partnering with energy suppliers and advisors in the ever-evolving energy transition. Learn more about how THG Energy Solutions is pioneering energy management strategies for a sustainable future. From best practices to innovative solutions, get a comprehensive view of the future of energy. Tune in now and embark on this enlightening journey. For a deeper dive, visit http://www.thgenergy.com/
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Hyper-Personalizing Ads: A Deep Dive with Eric Frankel

Join us as we dive into the world of hyper-personalized advertising with Eric Frankel, the mastermind behind AdGreetz. An industry titan with experience spanning from Warner Bros. to creating the world’s leading video personalization ad-tech/martech platform, Eric discusses the future of advertising. AdGreetz, backed by industry heavyweights and serving clients like Amazon, Google, and BMW, is reinventing the way brands connect with their audience. Delve into the revolutionary capabilities of AdChef™, AdGreetz’s patent-pending platform, and get a glimpse of the future of ad personalization. If you're intrigued by the convergence of technology, advertising, and innovation, this is one episode you won't want to miss!
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Revolutionizing Compliance: A Sit-Down with Drata's Daniel Marashlian

Dive deep into the world of cybersecurity and compliance with Daniel Marashlian, Co-Founder & CTO at Drata. With a string of successful ventures to his name - from Portfolium to Pelotonics - Daniel is truly a serial entrepreneur. In this episode, uncover the mission behind Drata, the platform revolutionizing the compliance landscape with automation. As they assist countless companies in navigating SOC 2, GDPR, and more, learn about Drata's commitment to helping businesses earn and sustain trust. Join us for a captivating journey from Daniel's early tech ventures to the global impact of Drata today.
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com

Elevating Real Estate Tech with York Baur

Dive into the world of real estate technology with York Baur, the CEO of MoxiWorks. With a unique blend of skills, York has championed start-ups, led turnarounds, and now stands at the helm of MoxiWorks—a game-changer in the real estate industry. From perfecting products to spearheading market strategies, York's passion lies in building successful teams and delivering stellar returns. Learn about MoxiWorks, the platform that's empowering brokerages and agents to shine. Plus, get a glimpse into York's intriguing side gig in filmmaking!
This show is supported by Match Relevant. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey. Learn more about Match Relevant at matchrelevant.com