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614Startups is the fastest growing community of startup founders and investors in Columbus, Ohio. We use media and educational events to connect startup founders with the investors and resources they need to launch and scale impactful startups. Our podcast, news feed, newsletter, and events reach the influential decision-makers that are driving the Columbus startup ecosystem forward. Join our community, engage with our content, make connections, and get involved.
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Welcome to the 614Startups Podcast, where innovation meets insight! Host Elio Harmon invites you on a journey through the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with seasoned experts Tushar Kulkarni and Morgan Koth from Big Kitty Labs. With over 14 years of pioneering software design and development, Big Kitty Labs has been at the forefront of crafting …
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Dive into the Columbus entrepreneurial ecosystem with the latest episode of the 614Startups Podcast, where Elio sits down with the dynamic Cindi Englefield, one of the driving forces behind Accelerating Angels. In this insightful interview, Cindi, a seasoned entrepreneur turned angel investor, takes us on a journey through her career evolution and …
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🚀 Dive into the Columbus startup scene with the latest episode of the 614Startups Podcast! Join Elio as he chats with Naveed Iqbal, the brains behind Dolr, a game-changing fintech startup. 💰 Looking to crush your student loan debt? Dolr's got you covered! Discover how they're revolutionizing the student loan payoff game by putting extra cash in you…
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🌟 Dive into the groundbreaking world of Columbus startups with our latest 614Startups Podcast episode! 🚀 Join Elio as he sits down with Dr. Zeenia Kaul, the visionary Co-Founder of Reheva Biosciences, a dynamic biosciences startup shaking up the healthtech scene in Columbus, Ohio. 🌿💡 Discover how Reheva Biosciences pioneers naturally occurring comp…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Michael Supeck and Will Zell, Founding Partners of the Ohio Angel Collective. The Ohio Angel Collective is a vibrant network of investors and startup enthusiasts dedicated to nurturing and growing the entrepreneurial spirit of Ohio. Michael and Will explain why they decided to start the OAC, how the angel syndicate …
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Tune in to the latest episode of the 614Startups podcast hosted by Elio Harmon, where we dive into the world of startup marketing with Jason Parks, Co-founder of The Media Captain and DermWarehouse. In this insightful conversation, Jason shares invaluable wisdom on proven marketing strategies that startups can employ to ignite explosive growth in t…
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Welcome to the 614Startups podcast, where we delve into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators shaping the future of business. In this episode, we sit down with Tim Grace, the Managing Director of Techstars Columbus powered by The Ohio State University.Tim takes us through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early ventures to hi…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the 614Startups podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Ghose, a seasoned reporter from Columbus Business First, to delve into the riveting story of Olive, a once-thriving tech company that tragically went out of business in late 2023. Join us as we trace Olive's journey from its promising beginnin…
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Get ready for an electrifying episode on the 614Startups Podcast! In this dynamic conversation, Elio sits down with Keith Warren, the Senior SBA Regional Vice President at Northwest Bank. Brace yourself as they delve into the intricacies of Northwest Bank's game-changing SBA lending program, designed to empower business owners like never before.Unl…
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In this dynamic episode, join us as we sit down with Melissa Dickson, a visionary entrepreneur and community advocate, to explore the art of reinvesting while preserving the essence of neighborhood identity. From the bustling streets of Columbus to the heart of real estate development, this conversation delves into key topics that are shaping the l…
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Join us for a dynamic episode of "Conversations with Venture," recorded in front of a live studio audience at COhatch Dublin. In this 614Startups episode, our host engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Brian Zuercher, the General Partner at 1870 Ventures.🚀 About Our Guest:Brian Zuercher brings a wealth of startup experience and expertise t…
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the 614Startups Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of startups and entrepreneurship. On this episode, Elio is joined by Arthi Rathi, an accomplished CFO at Book+Street, to uncover the often-overlooked connection between founder personal finances and startup success. Discover the invaluable insight…
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the 614Startups Podcast! In this insightful discussion, we have the privilege of diving deep into the world of business tax credits with an absolute expert in the field, Terracina Maxwell. As the President and Co-Founder of Arvo Tech, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that can truly revolutio…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Kristen Brown, Founder of Rela. Rela is an art subscription service collaborating with local artists to make any space a local art gallery, empowering anyone to host original art in their home or office. Kristen shares Rela's origin story, the role that art should play in our lives, and how Rela intends to end the s…
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On this episode of 614Startups, Elio Harmon interviews Asim Roy and Rob Kibler from Dianyx Innovations. Dianyx is innovating in the sleep medicine field, focusing on sleep apnea treatment. They discuss the challenges of sleep apnea, the limitations of current treatments like CPAP and surgery, and how Dianyx's technology aims to revolutionize the or…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Chris Berry, President/CEO of OhioX. Chris Berry highlights the importance of collaboration and creating a supportive ecosystem for the growth of the tech sector in Ohio. Chris shares the mission and purpose of OhioX and how they leverage storytelling, events, education, advocacy, and talent attraction to advance Oh…
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On this episode of 614 Startups, we are joined by Demetrius Robinson, a Tax Partner at Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP. (KJK) Demetrius shares his extensive knowledge and experience in selecting a brand name, equity, startup laws, tax laws, and forming an LLC. He emphasizes the importance of selecting a strong and unique brand name that resonates with…
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Do you have a brand? On this episode Elio interviews Neil Wengerd, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Nonfiction. Neil explores what a brand is, how all the components of a brand work together, and the advantages of building a brand in a crowded marketplace. Listen, like, subscribe and share. Learn more about Nonfiction: https://madebynonfiction.c…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Ira Sharfin, CEO of Continental Office. Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in the Berwick neighborhood of Columbus, exhibited entrepreneurial tendencies by selling candy, lawn care and painting services to neighbors. He pursued higher education but admittedly leaned into the party scene and had to create his own …
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On this episode, Elio interviews Carrington Carter, Co-Founder of Getaway Society, East Chop Capital and McKinley Carter Enterprises. Getaway Society is a luxury vacation rental home company with properties in Martha’s Vineyard, Hilton Head, the Poconos, Gatlinburg, and Orlando. Carrington discusses how reading Rich Dad Poor Dad and his Dad's exper…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Taylor Keene and Karima Crawford of GENESIS Downtown. GENESIS Downtown is Columbus’ newest wedding & special events venue offering 2,700 square feet of flexible space. Taylor and Karima discuss how they met and became business partners, how the post-COVID rebound of the hospitality industry is creating growth opport…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Mary McCarthy, Co-Founder of the Women's Small Business Accelerator (WSBA) and Accelerating Angels. The WSBA is a nonprofit that supports women start-up businesses and entrepreneurs through education, peer support, and mentoring. Accelerating Angels invests in high-growth, early stage, and exceptionally led, women-o…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Deonna Barnett, CEO and Managing Consultant of Aventi Enterprises. Aventi Enterprises is a strategic consulting firm helping small businesses access capital and government contracts to grow and scale. Deonna shares how she developed a passion for helping entrepreneurs, the layoff that started Aventi, and how the Ave…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Chris Phommas, Founder of Virtical. Virtical is a Columbus-based virtual assistant agency that helps startup founders and small business owners reduce stress and increase productivity by delegating administrative tasks to remote workers with corporate-level experience and training at a fraction of the cost. Chris sh…
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On this episode, Elio Harmon interviews Bryon Murray, Founder and CEO of Enzee. Enzee helps healthcare providers save time and money on compliance management by automating quality control testing and electronic recordkeeping in radiology and radiation oncology settings. Bryon discusses how a mentor, a team of physicians and necessity launched his e…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Matt Scantland, Founder and CEO of AndHealth. After leading Covermymeds to "The Exit" which spawned several startups led by former employees and inspired the launch of this very podcast, Matt is back with his next venture AndHealth. AndHealth helps people reverse chronic disease by providing continuous access to vir…
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On this episode Elio interviews Chad Porter, Founder and CEO of CHVD JUSTIN. CHVD JUSTIN is a retail bag and apparel company that provides innovation and function through unique handmade bags designed for active and contemporary consumers. Chad tells the story of how he launched his company in his dorm room at The Ohio State University, manufacture…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Ryan Hale. Ryan Hale is a consultant and Metaverse enthusiast leveraging the disruptive potential of the blockchain to launch and scale Web3 projects. Ryan simplifies the underlying value proposition of blockchain technologies as a means of decentralization allowing users to transact without middlemen like banks or …
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On this episode, Elio interviews Kwame Christian, Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. The American Negotiation Institute is a global consulting firm that specializes in providing training, coaching and education on applying the foundations of negotiation to any difficult conversation in life and business. Kwame shares how and why…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Rehgan Avon, Co-founder and CEO of AlignAI and Women in Analytics (WIA). AlignAI is changing the way companies capture, share, and improve their institutional knowledge around AI and data across their organization. Women in Analytics' mission is to increase visibility to the women making an impact in the analytics s…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Alicia Oddi, Managing Director at Rev1 Ventures. Rev1 Ventures provides seed-stage venture capital funding in Columbus, Ohio along with startup services, space, mentoring, and connections. Alicia discusses two Rev1 programs that are aimed at underserved entrepreneurs. The Grow To Scale Mentor Program is fueled by a …
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On this episode, Elio interviews Ethan Dewhurst of Vohnt. Vohnt provides on-demand, valet car detailing, oil changes and gas top-offs. Ethan and the team at Vohnt have been quietly perfecting their processes and inking major deals like the recent partnership with the John Glenn International Airport. Ethan shares the hard-won lessons of building a …
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On this episode, Elio interviews Lindsey Michaelides, CO-founder, and CEO of Strongsuit. Strongsuit partners with you to anticipate, research, and clear home and personal to-do lists so that you can keep excelling at work without sacrificing your life. What started as a project at McKinsey & Company to stop a leaky pipeline of high-performance fema…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Ganesh Gandhieswaran, CEO and Co-Founder of ConverSight. ConverSight is on a mission to redefine the way we interact with data. Data is everywhere but data alone is not a predictor of success. Data that can be reliably converted into intelligence and insights is the key. However, existing data intelligence platforms…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Marques Martin, Partner at FVLCRUM. FVLCRUM is a private equity firm that leverages their expertise in business strategy, operations, acquisitions, to create increased value in the companies they invest in. Marques Shares How His Passion For Finance Led Him Morehouse College, The Impetus That Created FVLCRUM, How Hi…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Dan German, Founder of orthobrain. orthobrain offers a total solution, combining education and support to make it easy for general dentists to grow their practice and profits with orthodontics. But orthobrain is more than that. Dan is on a mission to make a beautiful smile accessible to people all across the world. …
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On this episode Elio interviews Teri Sirset, Founder and CEO of DASI Simulations. DASI Simulations is a Dublin, Ohio-based startup that creates personalized medicine using simulation to transform the safety of care for structural heart disease & TAVR patients. Teri discusses her path from employee to founder, how she worked her way through imposter…
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Our CEO Elio Harmon sat down with Dan Snyder, CEO of Lower as he formally announced the launch of Mortgage Pass. Mortgage Pass is Lower's cash offer product aimed at helping homebuyers retain their relationship with their trusted real estate advisor while harnessing the power of cash in a competitive housing environment. True to Columbus' reputatio…
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On this episode, Elio interviews James Rores, Founder of Floriss Group. Floriss helps startups to accelerate revenue while multiplying value. Startups are able to accomplish this by building a reliable, high-performance sales growth engine for their business. In this first installment of our series on Sales, James shares his insights into sales inc…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Cheryl Turnbull, Senior Director of the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship at The Ohio State University. The Tim & Kathleen Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship works to grow and foster a culture of entrepreneurship for the Ohio State community through the creation and support of new ventures and the education and enc…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Dr. Erika Pryor of EPiC Creative + Design. EPiC Creative and Design LLC is an innovative design and strategy studio offering clients a dynamic partnership to meet your evolving and diverse needs. Erika is an Executive in Residence at Denison University where she teaches on launching and scaling startups via marketin…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Michelle Murcia, Founder and CEO of Book+Street. Book+Street provides comprehensive finance and administration services for private and pre-IPO companies, and also designs and administers equity-based compensation plans that make it easy for startups to start off right, right from the start. Michelle defines equity,…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Dan Rockwell, CEO and Co-Founder of Big Kitty Labs. Big Kitty Labs is a software development agency focusing on software development for web, enterprise, and mobile applications. Big Kitty Labs has worked with a long list of Columbus startups and don't be surprised if you a fan of a platform they helped develop. Dan…
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This week we return to in-person sessions as Elio interviews LoLo Smith and George "Ski" Zarebski of the Urban Business Development Center. The U as it is commonly known envisions a world where systematic oppression is not an obstacle for Black and Brown businesses. The U fulfills this vision by bridging the access gap ensuring awareness of resourc…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Todd Federman, Managing Director of North Coast Ventures. North Coast invests in early-stage entrepreneurs and connects them with on-demand access to intellectual capital through their member network and deep links to corporate decision-makers, leading to game-changing opportunities. Todd discusses how North Coast c…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Travis Smith, Founder and CEO of Tribevest. Tribevest makes it easy to invest with your friends, family, and other like-minded individuals. The company has coined the term tribevesting which is the process by which friends and family become business partners and invest together. Travis returns to the podcast after 3…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Mike Popadak, CEO of iVueit. iVueit provides facility managers with on-demand visual validation and compliance verification on the properties they manage nationwide. iVueit accomplishes this by leveraging Vuers who earn extra cash by completing interior/exterior site inspections (Vues) at nearby properties. Mike sha…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Elspeth "Elle" Paige-Sack, Founder of Hunter Marketing. Hunter Marketing is a marketing communications firm that helps businesses large and small create and execute marketing strategies that work. Elle describes herself as a sales and marketing expert and former pizza pimp who decided to take the leap and start her …
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On this episode, Elio interviews Dan Keough, CEO of Holmes Murphy and Co-CEO of BrokerTech Ventures. Holmes Murphy is an independent insurance brokerage firm specializing in property-casualty insurance and employee benefits strategy. BrokerTech Ventures leverages partnerships with brokerage firms, carrier networks, and access to early-stage investm…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Sahil Shah, Co-Founder of MESH. MESH is a cloud-based SaaS platform designed for manufacturers to streamline their sourcing and quality processes into one centralized, easy-to-use online platform. As complex and integrated as the global supply chain is, much of sourcing and quality assurance processes lack digitizat…
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