http://ecorner.stanford.edu The DFJ Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Seminar (ETL) is a weekly seminar series on entrepreneurship, co-sponsored by BASES (a student entrepreneurship group), Stanford Technology Ventures Program, and the Department of Management Science and Engineering. en-us stvp@stanford.edu Thu, 30 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 30 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 1440 http://ecorner.stanford.edu/2015/images/DFJ-ETL_iTunes_CoverArt_3000x3000.jpg http://ecorner.stanford.edu/ 100 100 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-09-07T17:00:54Z en-us stvp@stanford.edu STVP Stanford eCorner no Entrepreneurship,Stanford,STVP,568853 Creative Commons: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.5/ Entrepreneurship,Stanford,STVP Education/Higher Education Podcast Make beef out of plants instead of cows and you can begin to save the planet. That's what inspired award-winning scientist Patrick Brown to leave his professorship at Stanford University and found Impossible Foods. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Brown describes how his singular passion for impact prompted him to leave academia and become a food-tech entrepreneur. Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:40:39 -0500 Patrick Brown no Make beef out of plants instead of cows and you can begin to save the planet. That’s what inspired award-winning scientist Patrick Brown to leave his professorship at Stanford University and found Impossible Foods. Make beef out of plants instead of cows and you can begin to save the planet. That's what inspired award-winning scientist Patrick Brown to leave his professorship at Stanford University and found Impossible Foods. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Brown describes how his singular passion for impact prompted him to leave academia and become a food-tech entrepreneur. 00:59:30 No customers, disruption, fundraising, innovation, markets, mission, opportunity recognition, passion, pitching, product development, stanford, startups, strategy, technology, venture capital, vision Podcast Anne Wojcicki, co-founder and CEO of the popular DNA-testing company 23andMe, discusses how providing people with their own genetic data empowers consumers to make better health decisions and advances science. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Wojcicki explains how the intense scrutiny that the DNA-testing company has received is a sign that it is disrupting the status quo. Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:33:26 -0500 Anne Wojcicki no Anne Wojcicki, co-founder and CEO of the popular DNA-testing company 23andMe, discusses how providing people with their own genetic data empowers consumers to make better health decisions and advances science. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Wojcicki explains how the intense scrutiny that the DNA-testing company has received is a sign that it is disrupting the status quo. 00:56:56 challenges, customers, data, disruption, ethics, opportunity recognition, partnerships, regulation, research, vision Podcast https://ecorner.stanford.edu/podcast/entrepreneurs-keep-pushing/ Amy Chang had accomplished a lot in her eight years at Google, helping launch and then lead Google Analytics to 70 percent market share. But then she left to launch her own tech startup, a relationship-intelligence platform called Accompany. In conversation with Matt Harvey of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Chang talks about getting out of one’s comfort zone and laying the groundwork for a successful career. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT http://cdnapi.kaltura.com/p/2279881/sp/227988100/playManifest/entryId/0_8qxmq9cw/flavorId/0_7ikrwf25/protocol/http/format/url/a.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 00:56:55 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no boards, career, culture, growth, leadership, networks, relationships, startups, technology, teams Amy Chang had accomplished a lot in her eight years at Google, helping launch and then lead Google Analytics to 70 percent market share. But then... Amy Chang had accomplished a lot in her eight years at Google, helping launch and then lead Google Analytics to 70 percent market share. But then she left to launch her own tech startup, a relationship-intelligence platform called Accompany. In conversation with Matt Harvey of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Chang talks about getting out of one’s comfort zone and laying the groundwork for a successful career. Podcast https://ecorner.stanford.edu/video/making-technology-less-manipulative-entire-talk/ How good are you at limiting your screen time? Because of the way humans evolved, our brains are no match for the engineers, designers and companies that collectively create the devices and apps that demand our attention all day long, according to technology ethicist Tristan Harris. A former tech entrepreneur himself, Harris is now co-founder of Time Well Spent, a nonprofit movement to create an ecosystem that aligns technology with our humanity. Wed, 9 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://cdnapi.kaltura.com/p/2279881/sp/227988100/playManifest/entryId/0_zevv0cuc/flavorId/0_5srkd7i6/protocol/http/format/url/a.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-11-09T00:00:00Z 00:58:09 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business models, customers, design, ethics, hardware, leadership, metrics, mission, product development, relationships, software, technology How good are you at limiting your screen time? Because of the way humans evolved, our brains are no match for the engineers, designers and companies that collectively create the devices and apps that demand our attention all day long, according to technology ethicist Tristan Harris. A former tech entrepreneur himself, Harris is now co-founder of Time Well Spent, a nonprofit movement to create an ecosystem that aligns technology with our humanity. How good are you at limiting your screen time? Because of the way humans evolved, our brains are no match for the engineers, designers and companies that collectively create the devices and apps that demand our attention all day long, according to technology ethicist Tristan Harris. A former tech entrepreneur himself, Harris is now co-founder of Time Well Spent, a nonprofit movement to create an ecosystem that aligns technology with our humanity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5709 Industry disruptors, it stands to reason, tend to be outsiders. But how comfortable are you not being an outlier? Serial entrepreneur Catherine Berman shares her story of coming to terms with the traits and experiences that set her apart from friends and colleagues throughout adolescence and early in her career. Embracing her uniqueness emboldened Berman to launch several social ventures, the latest being a social-impact startup in fintech called CNote. Wed, 1 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://web.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/berman17_11_01.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-11-01T00:00:00Z Stanford Technology Ventures Program no appearances, authenticity, courage, confidence, diversity, entrepreneurship, finance, fintech, impact, money, resilience, sexism, social, startups, values, wealth, women Industry disruptors, it stands to reason, tend to be outsiders. But how comfortable are you not being an outlier? Serial entrepreneur Catherine Berman shares her story of coming to terms with the traits and experiences that set her apart from friends a... Industry disruptors, it stands to reason, tend to be outsiders. But how comfortable are you not being an outlier? Serial entrepreneur Catherine Berman shares her story of coming to terms with the traits and experiences that set her apart from friends and colleagues throughout adolescence and early in her career. Embracing her uniqueness emboldened Berman to launch several social ventures, the latest being a social-impact startup in fintech called CNote. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5699 There was a time, not long ago, when information we desperately wanted wasn’t at our fingertips. What’s the best deal on flights to New York? How much does that home down the street cost? Serial entrepreneur Rich Barton has made a career out of providing all those juicy details by launching platforms such as Expedia, Zillow and the company-review site Glassdoor. He shares his journey and advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://web.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/barton20171025.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-10-25T00:00:00Z 00:55:35 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes career, culture, data, decisions, disruption, employees, founders, innovation, leadership, opportunity recognition, passion, scale, skills, startups, strategy, teams, technology, vision There was a time, not long ago, when information we desperately wanted wasn’t at our fingertips. What’s the best deal on flights to New York? How much does that home down the street cost? Serial entrepreneur Rich Barton has made a career out of providi... There was a time, not long ago, when information we desperately wanted wasn’t at our fingertips. What’s the best deal on flights to New York? How much does that home down the street cost? Serial entrepreneur Rich Barton has made a career out of providing all those juicy details by launching platforms such as Expedia, Zillow and the company-review site Glassdoor. He shares his journey and advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5690 Even as adults, we still have to deal with bullies, at work and otherwise. Stanford Professor Bob Sutton has devoted his career to studying organizational behavior and dysfunction, and lately, figuring out how we can avoid or deal with people who demean, disrespect and drain those around them. The professor of management science and engineering draws on academic research and anecdotes included in his new book, “The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal with People Who Treat You Like Dirt.” Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://web.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sutton20171018.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-10-18T00:00:00Z 00:56:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes abuse, assholes, behavior, bosses, bullying, business, Bob Sutton, culture, disrespect, emotions, leadership, management, meanness, organizations, self-awareness, unprofessionalism, work Even as adults, we still have to deal with bullies, at work and otherwise. Stanford Professor Bob Sutton has devoted his career to studying organizational behavior and dysfunction, and lately, figuring out how we can avoid or deal with people who demea... Even as adults, we still have to deal with bullies, at work and otherwise. Stanford Professor Bob Sutton has devoted his career to studying organizational behavior and dysfunction, and lately, figuring out how we can avoid or deal with people who demean, disrespect and drain those around them. The professor of management science and engineering draws on academic research and anecdotes included in his new book, “The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal with People Who Treat You Like Dirt.” Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5682 Entrepreneur Sandy Jen has lived with self-doubt and insecurities throughout her life: in college, at her first startup, and later as a working mother. But facing the risks she feared each time gave her confidence that a shy, little girl from the suburbs can grow up to improve people’s lives through technology and a passion for impact. She co-founded the senior-care startup Honor, and this is her story. Wed, 11 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://web.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/jen171011.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-10-11T00:00:00Z 00:51:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes aging, acquisitions, business, children, confidence, commitment, entrepreneurship, family, fear, feedback, ideas, impact, insecurities, risk, role models, startups, technology, youth Entrepreneur Sandy Jen has lived with self-doubt and insecurities throughout her life: in college, at her first startup, and later as a working mother. But facing the risks she feared each time gave her confidence that a shy, little girl from the subur... Entrepreneur Sandy Jen has lived with self-doubt and insecurities throughout her life: in college, at her first startup, and later as a working mother. But facing the risks she feared each time gave her confidence that a shy, little girl from the suburbs can grow up to improve people’s lives through technology and a passion for impact. She co-founded the senior-care startup Honor, and this is her story. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5679 This special episode gives you a taste of eCorner's new podcast for the summer, FRICTION. Stanford Engineering Professor Bob Sutton interviews acclaimed leadership consultant Patty McCord. The former chief talent officer of Netflix speaks bluntly about how backstabbing, passive-aggressive behavior and overall coddling of employees are all bad for businesses — and how actual grown-ups can hear and handle the truth, even when they disagree. In other words, startups may want to downplay the free food, beer and haircuts and start hiring and treating workers like the adults they need to thrive long term. Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://web.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/FP_Scott170809.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-08-11T00:00:00Z 00:24:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes behavior, Bob Sutton, business, candor, complexity, conflict, culture, friction, hiring, honesty, human resources, immaturity, leadership, management, maturity, organizations, politeness, sabotage, scaling, work, startups This special episode gives you a taste of eCorner's new podcast for the summer, FRICTION. Stanford Engineering Professor Bob Sutton interviews acclaimed leadership consultant Patty McCord. The former chief talent officer of Netflix speaks bluntly about... This special episode gives you a taste of eCorner's new podcast for the summer, FRICTION. Stanford Engineering Professor Bob Sutton interviews acclaimed leadership consultant Patty McCord. The former chief talent officer of Netflix speaks bluntly about how backstabbing, passive-aggressive behavior and overall coddling of employees are all bad for businesses — and how actual grown-ups can hear and handle the truth, even when they disagree. In other words, startups may want to downplay the free food, beer and haircuts and start hiring and treating workers like the adults they need to thrive long term. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5127 How often do entrepreneurs and corporate leaders think about issues like fairness, accessibility or unseen biases in the technologies they invent and advance? That’s the challenge for companies leading the digital transformation that’s disrupting every aspect of society, says Toni Townes-Whitley, Corporate Vice President of Worldwide Public Sector and Industry at Microsoft, in this talk about innovating strategically and responsibly. Wed, 7 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/whitley170607.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-06-07T00:00:00Z 00:59:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no AI, artificial intelligence, bias, business, change, computers, cybersecurity, data, diversity, entrepreneurs, equality, ethics, fairness, governance, inclusion, jobs, leadership, privacy, robots, technology, transparency How often do entrepreneurs and corporate leaders think about issues like fairness, accessibility or unseen biases in the technologies they invent and advance? That’s the challenge for companies leading the digital transformation that’s disrupting every... How often do entrepreneurs and corporate leaders think about issues like fairness, accessibility or unseen biases in the technologies they invent and advance? That’s the challenge for companies leading the digital transformation that’s disrupting every aspect of society, says Toni Townes-Whitley, Corporate Vice President of Worldwide Public Sector and Industry at Microsoft, in this talk about innovating strategically and responsibly. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5126 Renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman shares his passion for translating the complexities of cognition into mind-blowing inventions and educational material for the masses. The public-television host, bestselling author and Stanford adjunct professor speaks with Tina Seelig of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program about his decision to leave the lab and dedicate his life to bringing scientific discoveries into the world. Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/eagleman170531.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-05-31T00:00:00Z 00:58:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no biology, brain, curiosity, entrepreneurship, future, imagination, impact, innovation, invention, knowledge, neuroscience, perception, science, senses, startups, technology, Tina Seelig, usefulness Renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman shares his passion for translating the complexities of cognition into mind-blowing inventions and educational material for the masses. The public-television host, bestselling author and Stanford adjunct professor ... Renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman shares his passion for translating the complexities of cognition into mind-blowing inventions and educational material for the masses. The public-television host, bestselling author and Stanford adjunct professor speaks with Tina Seelig of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program about his decision to leave the lab and dedicate his life to bringing scientific discoveries into the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5125 Carlos Watson, co-founder and CEO of Ozy Media, describes how its forward-focused digital news magazine, Ozy, looks more toward innovators in business sectors outside traditional media. The Emmy-winning journalist shares the unlikely origins of his entrepreneurial drive, and explains how his wide-ranging career has been fueled by family, curiosity and the thrill of starting fresh. Wed, 24 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/watson170524.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-05-24T00:00:00Z 00:57:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes business, creativity, differentiation, ecosystem, entrepreneurship, innovation, inspiration, journalism, leadership, learning, location, media, news, positivity, startups Carlos Watson, co-founder and CEO of Ozy Media, describes how its forward-focused digital news magazine, Ozy, looks more toward innovators in business sectors outside traditional media. The Emmy-winning journalist shares the unlikely origins of his ent... Carlos Watson, co-founder and CEO of Ozy Media, describes how its forward-focused digital news magazine, Ozy, looks more toward innovators in business sectors outside traditional media. The Emmy-winning journalist shares the unlikely origins of his entrepreneurial drive, and explains how his wide-ranging career has been fueled by family, curiosity and the thrill of starting fresh. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5124 Tim Kentley-Klay and Jesse Levinson, co-founders of autonomous-vehicle startup Zoox, detail a not-too-distant future when we’ll get into their cars and do nothing other than say where we need to go. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, the two entrepreneurs explain how self-driving cars work and how their fleet of electric vehicles could make owning a ride obsolete. Wed, 17 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/klay_levinson170517.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-05-17T00:00:00Z 00:58:09 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no AI, autonomous, business, cars, design, disruption, ecosystem, entrepreneurship, future, innovation, manufacturing, robotics, self-driving, startups, stealth, technology, Tina Seelig, transportation Tim Kentley-Klay and Jesse Levinson, co-founders of autonomous-vehicle startup Zoox, detail a not-too-distant future when we’ll get into their cars and do nothing other than say where we need to go. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practi... Tim Kentley-Klay and Jesse Levinson, co-founders of autonomous-vehicle startup Zoox, detail a not-too-distant future when we’ll get into their cars and do nothing other than say where we need to go. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, the two entrepreneurs explain how self-driving cars work and how their fleet of electric vehicles could make owning a ride obsolete. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5123 What motivates you to share a photo on Instagram — or not? Kevin Weil, head of product at the company, discusses everything from user behavior to business strategy with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig. Weil describes how mission alignment helps teams succeed and allows Instagram to continue experimenting and thriving inside its parent company, Facebook. Wed, 10 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/weil170510.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-05-10T00:00:00Z 00:59:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no acquisition, apps, behavior, business, competition, complexity, entrepreneurship, learning, pictures, relationships, scaling, simplicity, social media, startups, strategy, Tina Seelig, users What motivates you to share a photo on Instagram — or not? Kevin Weil, head of product at the company, discusses everything from user behavior to business strategy with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig. Weil describes how mission alignmen... What motivates you to share a photo on Instagram — or not? Kevin Weil, head of product at the company, discusses everything from user behavior to business strategy with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig. Weil describes how mission alignment helps teams succeed and allows Instagram to continue experimenting and thriving inside its parent company, Facebook. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5122 Olivia Fox Cabane and Judah Pollack, co-authors of the book “The Net and the Butterfly: The Art and Practice of Breakthrough Thinking,” share tips on how we can train ourselves to have more “eureka” moments with mental exercises that awaken more regions of our brains and build our comfort level with failure and uncertainty — two givens on the way to innovation. Wed, 3 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cabane_pollack170503.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-05-03T00:00:00Z 00:54:31 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no art, brain, cognition, creativity, discipline, discomfort, failure, fear, ideas, imagination, innovation, perception, practice, psychology, reframing, self-image, thinking, uncertainty Olivia Fox Cabane and Judah Pollack, co-authors of the book “The Net and the Butterfly: The Art and Practice of Breakthrough Thinking,” share tips on how we can train ourselves to have more “eureka” moments with mental exercises that awaken more region... Olivia Fox Cabane and Judah Pollack, co-authors of the book “The Net and the Butterfly: The Art and Practice of Breakthrough Thinking,” share tips on how we can train ourselves to have more “eureka” moments with mental exercises that awaken more regions of our brains and build our comfort level with failure and uncertainty — two givens on the way to innovation. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5121 Debbie Sterling, founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, shares her evolution from lonely inventor to inspiring entrepreneur with a vision to give young girls the confidence to become engineers through hands-on play. Sterling talks about overcoming gender stereotypes and her own fears, as well as the entrepreneurial challenges of embracing failure and succeeding despite scant resources. Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sterling170503.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-04-26T00:00:00Z 00:57:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no authenticity, business, confidence, creativity, crowdsourcing, disruption, engineering, entrepreneurship, failure, girls, leadership, passion, play, prototyping, STEM, stereotypes, toys Debbie Sterling, founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, shares her evolution from lonely inventor to inspiring entrepreneur with a vision to give young girls the confidence to become engineers through hands-on play. Sterling talks about overcoming gender stere... Debbie Sterling, founder and CEO of GoldieBlox, shares her evolution from lonely inventor to inspiring entrepreneur with a vision to give young girls the confidence to become engineers through hands-on play. Sterling talks about overcoming gender stereotypes and her own fears, as well as the entrepreneurial challenges of embracing failure and succeeding despite scant resources. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=5120 Entrepreneur Tracy Young and Doug Leone, global managing partner at Sequoia, discuss the nature of a harmonious relationship between a startup’s founders and the VC firm investing in them. Young is co-founder and CEO of PlanGrid, which allows construction managers to oversee projects via their device. She and Leone speak with Toby Corey, a lecturer in Stanford University’s School of Engineering. Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/young_leone170419.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-04-19T00:00:00Z 01:01:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business, construction, courage, engineering, entrepreneurship, hiring, leadership, organizations, resilience, scaling, startups, strategy, supportiveness, teamwork, technology, tragedy Entrepreneur Tracy Young and Doug Leone, global managing partner at Sequoia, discuss the nature of a harmonious relationship between a startup’s founders and the VC firm investing in them. Young is co-founder and CEO of PlanGrid, which allows construct... Entrepreneur Tracy Young and Doug Leone, global managing partner at Sequoia, discuss the nature of a harmonious relationship between a startup’s founders and the VC firm investing in them. Young is co-founder and CEO of PlanGrid, which allows construction managers to oversee projects via their device. She and Leone speak with Toby Corey, a lecturer in Stanford University’s School of Engineering. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4867 Before Shirzad Chamine found his calling as a coach to today’s top CEOs and executive teams, he was a charismatic entrepreneur who turned into a hyper-critical tyrant without even knowing it. That dark chapter ignited his journey to understand how to conquer our self-sabotaging sides and live in the light of “Positive Intelligence” — the approach Chamine developed for mastering the mind and finding true happiness and success. Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/chamine170315.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-03-15T00:00:00Z 00:58:48 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes awareness, behavior, brain, business, coaching, decision-making, emotions, entrepreneurship, failure, insecurities, mindset, negativity, optimism, performance, positivity, psychology, self-criticism, self-destruction Before Shirzad Chamine found his calling as a coach to today’s top CEOs and executive teams, he was a charismatic entrepreneur who turned into a hyper-critical tyrant without even knowing it. That dark chapter ignited his journey to understand how to c... Before Shirzad Chamine found his calling as a coach to today’s top CEOs and executive teams, he was a charismatic entrepreneur who turned into a hyper-critical tyrant without even knowing it. That dark chapter ignited his journey to understand how to conquer our self-sabotaging sides and live in the light of “Positive Intelligence” — the approach Chamine developed for mastering the mind and finding true happiness and success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4866 Di-Ann Eisnor, director of growth for Waze, explores whether authenticity can be preserved when a well-meaning startup scales to a workforce of hundreds and a user community of about a billion. Eisnor describes how the crowdsourced navigation and real-time traffic application has moved on from virtual cupcakes to encouraging carpooling in its quest to eliminate traffic congestion around the world. Wed, 8 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/eisnor170308.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-03-08T00:00:00Z 00:57:18 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes authenticity, community, crowdsourcing, ego, innovation, scaling, software, teamwork, technology, transportation Di-Ann Eisnor, director of growth for Waze, explores whether authenticity can be preserved when a well-meaning startup scales to a workforce of hundreds and a user community of about a billion. Eisnor describes how the crowdsourced navigation and real-... Di-Ann Eisnor, director of growth for Waze, explores whether authenticity can be preserved when a well-meaning startup scales to a workforce of hundreds and a user community of about a billion. Eisnor describes how the crowdsourced navigation and real-time traffic application has moved on from virtual cupcakes to encouraging carpooling in its quest to eliminate traffic congestion around the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4865 Dave Evans, co-founder of the popular Life Design Lab at Stanford University, discusses the key concepts and exercises that guide students in their quest to figure out what they want to do in life. He underscores the importance of accepting who you are and connecting that to what you believe and do, while attacking dysfunctional notions like the one that dares you to be the “best version of yourself.” Can’t we have more than one? Wed, 1 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/evans170301.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-03-01T00:00:00Z 00:59:58 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no acceptance, action, beliefs, career, choices, clarity, coaching, decision-making, design thinking, goals, happiness, learning, life, mindset, priorities, prototyping, reality Dave Evans, co-founder of the popular Life Design Lab at Stanford University, discusses the key concepts and exercises that guide students in their quest to figure out what they want to do in life. He underscores the importance of accepting who you are... Dave Evans, co-founder of the popular Life Design Lab at Stanford University, discusses the key concepts and exercises that guide students in their quest to figure out what they want to do in life. He underscores the importance of accepting who you are and connecting that to what you believe and do, while attacking dysfunctional notions like the one that dares you to be the “best version of yourself.” Can’t we have more than one? Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4864 E-commerce entrepreneur Susan Feldman describes how she and her co-founder went from bootstrapping One Kings Lane in the midst of the Great Recession, standing out from competitors in the home-decor industry by carefully curating product and focusing on creative flair, and ultimately being acquired by Bed, Bath & Beyond in 2016. Feldman speaks with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig. Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/feldman170222.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-02-22T00:00:00Z 00:56:44 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no bootstrapping, branding, decision-making, e-commerce, entrepreneurship, fundraising, growth, ownership, profitability, recession, resources, retail, stakeholders, startups, venture capital E-commerce entrepreneur Susan Feldman describes how she and her co-founder went from bootstrapping One Kings Lane in the midst of the Great Recession, standing out from competitors in the home-decor industry by carefully curating product and focusing o... E-commerce entrepreneur Susan Feldman describes how she and her co-founder went from bootstrapping One Kings Lane in the midst of the Great Recession, standing out from competitors in the home-decor industry by carefully curating product and focusing on creative flair, and ultimately being acquired by Bed, Bath & Beyond in 2016. Feldman speaks with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4863 University of Pennsylvania Professor Adam Grant, one of today’s most influential management thinkers, shares the top six takeaways from his book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World,” bringing his insights to life through amusing behavioral research and lively audience interaction. Grant explains why middle managers are notorious idea killers, why stress helps some rise to the occasion and how entrepreneurs and organizations can get what they want through unconventional means. Wed, 15 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/grant170215.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-02-15T00:00:00Z 00:48:03 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no behavior, bias, business, conformity, culture, entrepreneurship, flaws, hiring, ideas, innovation, management, originality, organizations, outliers, pitching, psychology, research University of Pennsylvania Professor Adam Grant, one of today’s most influential management thinkers, shares the top six takeaways from his book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World,” bringing his insights to life through amusing behavioral r... University of Pennsylvania Professor Adam Grant, one of today’s most influential management thinkers, shares the top six takeaways from his book “Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World,” bringing his insights to life through amusing behavioral research and lively audience interaction. Grant explains why middle managers are notorious idea killers, why stress helps some rise to the occasion and how entrepreneurs and organizations can get what they want through unconventional means. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4862 Meg Whitman, president and CEO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, describes how she learned to lead companies big and small to success by adjusting to different environments, building on what a business does best, and approaching work with urgency and initiative. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Whitman recounts the explosive growth during her time as president and CEO of eBay, the challenging turnaround of storied tech giant HP, and her 2010 run for California governor that revealed deep political insights that still resonate. Wed, 1 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/whitman170208.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-02-01T00:00:00Z 01:02:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no adaptability, business, civic service, communicating, competitiveness, culture, economy, education, emotion, employment, entrepreneurship, founders, government, leadership, politics, reputation, turnaround, values Meg Whitman, president and CEO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, describes how she learned to lead companies big and small to success by adjusting to different environments, building on what a business does best, and approaching work with urgency and init... Meg Whitman, president and CEO of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, describes how she learned to lead companies big and small to success by adjusting to different environments, building on what a business does best, and approaching work with urgency and initiative. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Whitman recounts the explosive growth during her time as president and CEO of eBay, the challenging turnaround of storied tech giant HP, and her 2010 run for California governor that revealed deep political insights that still resonate. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4860 Tech entrepreneur Bob Tinker was humbled when he stepped down as CEO of MobileIron, a leading provider of mobile security that went from being a three-man startup to a public company with nearly 1,000 employees, earning $150 million a year. Over those eight years, however, he learned how to position a business just right, how a CEO’s job and behavior must change over time, and how a leader can develop the self-awareness to adapt. Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/tinker170125.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-01-25T00:00:00Z 00:56:30 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no adapting, behavior, business, change, culture, ego, entrepreneurship, founders, growth, leadership, management, market fit, mission, mobile, momentum, scaling, self-awareness, strategy, technology Tech entrepreneur Bob Tinker was humbled when he stepped down as CEO of MobileIron, a leading provider of mobile security that went from being a three-man startup to a public company with nearly 1,000 employees, earning $150 million a year. Over those ... Tech entrepreneur Bob Tinker was humbled when he stepped down as CEO of MobileIron, a leading provider of mobile security that went from being a three-man startup to a public company with nearly 1,000 employees, earning $150 million a year. Over those eight years, however, he learned how to position a business just right, how a CEO’s job and behavior must change over time, and how a leader can develop the self-awareness to adapt. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4861 It may not be rocket science, but there’s still much to consider when inventing children's toys, starting with all the ideas for what to build. Within the famous design firm IDEO, a small team toils away in a toy lab founded by Brendan Boyle, who also teaches design thinking at Stanford University. In conversation with Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Boyle discusses the importance of playfulness, divergent thinking and creativity in making toys. Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/boyle170201.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-01-25T00:00:00Z 00:56:16 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ehavior, brainstorming, creativity, design, design thinking, games, ideation, iteration, playfulness, prototyping, toys It may not be rocket science, but there’s still much to consider when inventing children's toys, starting with all the ideas for what to build. Within the famous design firm IDEO, a small team toils away in a toy lab founded by Brendan Boyle, who also ... It may not be rocket science, but there’s still much to consider when inventing children's toys, starting with all the ideas for what to build. Within the famous design firm IDEO, a small team toils away in a toy lab founded by Brendan Boyle, who also teaches design thinking at Stanford University. In conversation with Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Boyle discusses the importance of playfulness, divergent thinking and creativity in making toys. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4902 If you really want to win at negotiation, stop fighting and start listening. In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, host Tina Seelig speaks with Margaret “Maggie” Neale, professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, for answers to the burning questions about negotiating. Is emotion your most powerful tool? When does deference earn you more than dominance? Will setting a walk-away price decrease your drive to negotiate for more? Maggie also shares pro-tips on negotiating in all settings, from the office to the farmers’ market. Wed, 18 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/Neale170118.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2017-01-18T00:00:00Z 00:25:50 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no If you really want to win at negotiation, stop fighting and start listening. In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, host Tina Seelig speaks with Margaret “Maggie” Neale, professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, for answers to the bur... If you really want to win at negotiation, stop fighting and start listening. In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, host Tina Seelig speaks with Margaret “Maggie” Neale, professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, for answers to the burning questions about negotiating. Is emotion your most powerful tool? When does deference earn you more than dominance? Will setting a walk-away price decrease your drive to negotiate for more? Maggie also shares pro-tips on negotiating in all settings, from the office to the farmers’ market. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4453 Entrepreneur Jay Kaplan, co-founder and CEO of Synack, describes how the idea of creating a cybersecurity service for enterprise businesses by crowdsourcing hackers went from sounding like a long shot to launching as a venture capital-backed startup. Kaplan, previously a senior analyst at the National Security Administration, talks about the virtues of government work and the nuances of “white hat” hacking. Wed, 7 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kaplan161207.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-12-07T00:00:00Z 00:42:39 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business, crowdsourcing, cybersecurity, data, disruption, enterprise, entrepreneurship, government, hackers, incentives, investors, risk, startups, technology, trust, vetting, vulnerabilities Entrepreneur Jay Kaplan, co-founder and CEO of Synack, describes how the idea of creating a cybersecurity service for enterprise businesses by crowdsourcing hackers went from sounding like a long shot to launching as a venture capital-backed startup. K... Entrepreneur Jay Kaplan, co-founder and CEO of Synack, describes how the idea of creating a cybersecurity service for enterprise businesses by crowdsourcing hackers went from sounding like a long shot to launching as a venture capital-backed startup. Kaplan, previously a senior analyst at the National Security Administration, talks about the virtues of government work and the nuances of “white hat” hacking. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4458 Julie Zhuo, vice president of product design at Facebook, describes how the development of new features starts with three questions: What people problem are we solving? How do we know it’s a real problem? And how will we know if we’ve solved it? Zhuo explains how answering those fundamental questions at the outset reveals the most urgent problems to tackle — and yields features that truly enhance user satisfaction. Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/zhuo161130.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-11-23T00:00:00Z 00:38:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no behavior, clarity, data, design, emotions, Facebook, feedback, meaning, problems, product, reactions, satisfaction, social media, solutions, technology, users, validation Julie Zhuo, vice president of product design at Facebook, describes how the development of new features starts with three questions: What people problem are we solving? How do we know it’s a real problem? And how will we know if we’ve solved it? Zhuo e... Julie Zhuo, vice president of product design at Facebook, describes how the development of new features starts with three questions: What people problem are we solving? How do we know it’s a real problem? And how will we know if we’ve solved it? Zhuo explains how answering those fundamental questions at the outset reveals the most urgent problems to tackle — and yields features that truly enhance user satisfaction. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4457 Michael Ackermann, CEO of a med-tech startup that created a tear-stimulation device for those with dry-eye disease, explains how acquisition by a global pharmaceutical giant is helping him achieve his goal of reaching as many patients as possible. Ackermann, a graduate of the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign, also discusses why big tech companies have yet to disrupt healthcare and how that translates into big opportunities for entrepreneurs. Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ackermann161116.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-11-16T00:00:00Z 00:56:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no acquisitions, biodesign, complexity, consolidation, decision-making, design, engineering, entrepreneurship, government, healthcare, insurance, medicine, med-tech, regulations, safety, stakeholders, startups, technology, uncertainty Michael Ackermann, CEO of a med-tech startup that created a tear-stimulation device for those with dry-eye disease, explains how acquisition by a global pharmaceutical giant is helping him achieve his goal of reaching as many patients as possible. Acke... Michael Ackermann, CEO of a med-tech startup that created a tear-stimulation device for those with dry-eye disease, explains how acquisition by a global pharmaceutical giant is helping him achieve his goal of reaching as many patients as possible. Ackermann, a graduate of the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign, also discusses why big tech companies have yet to disrupt healthcare and how that translates into big opportunities for entrepreneurs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4456 Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank, creator of the “Lean LaunchPad” methodology for startups, discusses Silicon Valley’s roots as the epicenter of electronic warfare in the mid-20th century and how the region’s innovation ecosystem formed. An adjunct professor in Stanford’s Department of Management Science & Engineering, Blank also walks through the lean-startup movement and how its principles are now helping the U.S. government innovate faster in the areas of basic science, health, national defense and international diplomacy. Wed, 9 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/blank161109.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-11-09T00:00:00Z 00:57:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business, business model, ecosystem, engineering, entrepreneurship, government, history, innovation, lean, military, risk, Silicon Valley, speed, startups, Steve Blank, technology, venture capital, war, weapons Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank, creator of the “Lean LaunchPad” methodology for startups, discusses Silicon Valley’s roots as the epicenter of electronic warfare in the mid-20th century and how the region’s innovation ecosystem formed. An adju... Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank, creator of the “Lean LaunchPad” methodology for startups, discusses Silicon Valley’s roots as the epicenter of electronic warfare in the mid-20th century and how the region’s innovation ecosystem formed. An adjunct professor in Stanford’s Department of Management Science & Engineering, Blank also walks through the lean-startup movement and how its principles are now helping the U.S. government innovate faster in the areas of basic science, health, national defense and international diplomacy. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4455 Four alumni of entrepreneurship-education fellowships offered through the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP) return to share what starting businesses in the fields of virtual reality, med-tech, renewable and solar energy have taught them about these industries. In conversation with STVP Faculty Co-Director Tina Seelig, the panel discusses strategic decision-making, defining success, facing failure and the traits needed to be a strong leader. Wed, 2 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/panel161102.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-11-02T00:00:00Z 00:59:04 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no behavior, business, courage, culture, decision-making, emotions, energy, entrepreneurship, environment, experience, failure, fear, founders, habits, higher education, innovation, leadership, learning, med-tech, mentors, relationships, sacrifice, sports, startups, strategy, stress, technology, trust, virtual reality Four alumni of entrepreneurship-education fellowships offered through the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP) return to share what starting businesses in the fields of virtual reality, med-tech, renewable and solar energy have taught them about... Four alumni of entrepreneurship-education fellowships offered through the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP) return to share what starting businesses in the fields of virtual reality, med-tech, renewable and solar energy have taught them about these industries. In conversation with STVP Faculty Co-Director Tina Seelig, the panel discusses strategic decision-making, defining success, facing failure and the traits needed to be a strong leader. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4055 Jane Marie Chen, co-founder and CEO of Embrace Innovations, describes how her social-enterprise startup’s infant warmer for premature and low-birth-weight babies came into the world. She discusses how passion fuels the drive to overcome setbacks big and small, how Embrace has expanded into retail to support its humanitarian efforts, and explains why we should “choose to see the world through the lens of beauty.” Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/chen161026.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-10-26T00:00:00Z 00:36:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no affordability, business model, challenges, dedication, design, determination, families, funding, health, humanitarian, impact, innovation, inspiration, instability, leadership, obstacles, optimism, passion, philanthropy, poverty, social entrepreneurship, startups, sustainability Jane Marie Chen, co-founder and CEO of Embrace Innovations, describes how her social-enterprise startup’s infant warmer for premature and low-birth-weight babies came into the world. She discusses how passion fuels the drive to overcome setbacks big an... Jane Marie Chen, co-founder and CEO of Embrace Innovations, describes how her social-enterprise startup’s infant warmer for premature and low-birth-weight babies came into the world. She discusses how passion fuels the drive to overcome setbacks big and small, how Embrace has expanded into retail to support its humanitarian efforts, and explains why we should “choose to see the world through the lens of beauty.” Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4459 Go to a good college. Be in the Olympics. Work in TV and become a pilot. These were the goals of a 14-year-old girl who grew up in a town tucked into the mountains just east of Los Angeles. That girl went on to compete in three Olympics, become a sports commentator, an airplane pilot and three-time Stanford graduate. Here’s how Bonny Simi, now the president of JetBlue Technology Ventures, did it all. Wed, 19 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/simi161019.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-10-19T00:00:00Z 00:55:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no abilities, ambition, attitude, aviation, behavior, business, career, confidence, curiosity, determination, goals, passion, risks, skills, sports, talent, transportation, travel, women, work, youth Go to a good college. Be in the Olympics. Work in TV and become a pilot. These were the goals of a 14-year-old girl who grew up in a town tucked into the mountains just east of Los Angeles. That girl went on to compete in three Olympics, become a sport... Go to a good college. Be in the Olympics. Work in TV and become a pilot. These were the goals of a 14-year-old girl who grew up in a town tucked into the mountains just east of Los Angeles. That girl went on to compete in three Olympics, become a sports commentator, an airplane pilot and three-time Stanford graduate. Here’s how Bonny Simi, now the president of JetBlue Technology Ventures, did it all. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4452 Distinguished professor and serial entrepreneur Joseph DeSimone discusses the vibrant chemistry that takes place at the intersection of science and the humanities, academia and industry, and within the walls of his 3D manufacturing startup Carbon. He describes how on-demand parts manufacturing could one day eliminate the need for business inventory and even end up in hospitals. Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/desimone161012.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-10-12T00:00:00Z 00:59:08 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no 3D printing, academia, adoption, business, chemistry, computing, disruption, diversity, entrepreneurship, innovation, manufacturing, multidisciplinary, organizations, printing, research, scaling, startups, science, technology Distinguished professor and serial entrepreneur Joseph DeSimone discusses the vibrant chemistry that takes place at the intersection of science and the humanities, academia and industry, and within the walls of his 3D manufacturing startup Carbon. He d... Distinguished professor and serial entrepreneur Joseph DeSimone discusses the vibrant chemistry that takes place at the intersection of science and the humanities, academia and industry, and within the walls of his 3D manufacturing startup Carbon. He describes how on-demand parts manufacturing could one day eliminate the need for business inventory and even end up in hospitals. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4603 What is the number one cause for failure in early-stage startups? Team issues! In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, Tina Seelig interviews executive coach Michael Terrell. Michael is the founder and managing partner of Terrell Leadership Group, and co-author of The Inside Out Effect, which focuses on effective leadership. In this conversation, Michael shares his insights on effective team dynamics, his process for diagnosing team issues, and examples of how he works through team challenges. Wed, 5 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/Terrel161005.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-10-05T00:00:00Z 00:36:35 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no behavior, business, communication, entrepreneurship, leadership, productivity, relationships, startups, teamwork What is the number one cause for failure in early-stage startups? Team issues! In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, Tina Seelig interviews executive coach Michael Terrell. Michael is the founder and managing partner of Terrell Leadership Group, ... What is the number one cause for failure in early-stage startups? Team issues! In this episode of Stanford Innovation Lab, Tina Seelig interviews executive coach Michael Terrell. Michael is the founder and managing partner of Terrell Leadership Group, and co-author of The Inside Out Effect, which focuses on effective leadership. In this conversation, Michael shares his insights on effective team dynamics, his process for diagnosing team issues, and examples of how he works through team challenges. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4058 Richard Miller, president of Olin College, describes disruptive ideas about education and learning that universities should adopt to graduate more creative, entrepreneurial and impactful engineers. He explains how a focus on math and science alone won't result in more innovation, and that higher education must instill traits like grit and independent thinking. Wed, 25 May 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/miller160525.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-05-25T00:00:00Z 00:58:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no autonomy, change, comprehension, creativity, education, engineering, grit, entrepreneurship, impact, innovation, knowledge, learning, mastery, mindset, perseverance, reform, resilience, science, skills, status quo, teaching Richard Miller, president of Olin College, describes disruptive ideas about education and learning that universities should adopt to graduate more creative, entrepreneurial and impactful engineers. He explains how a focus on math and science alone won'... Richard Miller, president of Olin College, describes disruptive ideas about education and learning that universities should adopt to graduate more creative, entrepreneurial and impactful engineers. He explains how a focus on math and science alone won't result in more innovation, and that higher education must instill traits like grit and independent thinking. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4057 Former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Perry recalls major chapters from his illustrious career with entrepreneurship educator Steve Blank in a discussion that spans Silicon Valley's evolution, digital technology's emergence and its adoption by the military, to Perry's time in Washington and his deep expertise in world affairs. Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/perry160518.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-05-18T00:00:00Z 01:01:54 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business, diplomacy, disruption, engineering, entrepreneurship, government, history, innovation, international, leadership, military, startups, Steve Blank, science, security, Silicon Valley, strategy, technology, terrorism, war, weapons, world affairs Former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Perry recalls major chapters from his illustrious career with entrepreneurship educator Steve Blank in a discussion that spans Silicon Valley's evolution, digital technology's emergence and its adoption by the m... Former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Perry recalls major chapters from his illustrious career with entrepreneurship educator Steve Blank in a discussion that spans Silicon Valley's evolution, digital technology's emergence and its adoption by the military, to Perry's time in Washington and his deep expertise in world affairs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4056 Bobby Lee, the co-founder and CEO of leading Bitcoin financial platform BTCC, answers some of the most common questions about the cryptocurrency, explains how its value is set and why it is the perfect monetary system for the digital age. Lee also shares familiar lessons for entrepreneurs that he learned launching his first startup in China. Wed, 11 May 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lee160511.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-05-11T00:00:00Z 00:55:32 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no assets, Bitcoin, behavior, business, decentralization, disruption, entrepreneurship, Internet, money, speculation, speed, startups, technology, value, wealth Bobby Lee, the co-founder and CEO of leading Bitcoin financial platform BTCC, answers some of the most common questions about the cryptocurrency, explains how its value is set and why it is the perfect monetary system for the digital age. Lee also shar... Bobby Lee, the co-founder and CEO of leading Bitcoin financial platform BTCC, answers some of the most common questions about the cryptocurrency, explains how its value is set and why it is the perfect monetary system for the digital age. Lee also shares familiar lessons for entrepreneurs that he learned launching his first startup in China. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4218 Al Ramadan and Dave Peterson, co-founding partners of the category-design firm Play Bigger Advisors, share the science behind the strategies that innovators use to create and dominate product markets. They also discuss the marketing concepts for building a brand and identity, and for inspiring customers to see the world as you’ve framed it. Wed, 4 May 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ramadan_peterson160504.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-05-04T00:00:00Z 00:57:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no behavior, business, categories, competition, customers, design, differentiation, dominance, emotion, entrepreneurship, innovation, instincts, marketing, persuasion, products, psychology, reframing, startups, strategy, technology Al Ramadan and Dave Peterson, co-founding partners of the category-design firm Play Bigger Advisors, share the science behind the strategies that innovators use to create and dominate product markets. They also discuss the marketing concepts for buildi... Al Ramadan and Dave Peterson, co-founding partners of the category-design firm Play Bigger Advisors, share the science behind the strategies that innovators use to create and dominate product markets. They also discuss the marketing concepts for building a brand and identity, and for inspiring customers to see the world as you’ve framed it. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4054 DJ Kleinbaum, co-founder of Emerald Therapeutics, shares how his company balances growth to drive biotechnology breakthroughs, while supporting a culture that honors fresh-eyes thinking and the sharing of contrarian truths. Kleinbaum also discusses defining what makes your company different, and why "Eroom’s Law" looms large for the future of drug development. Wed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/Kleinbaum160427.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-04-27T00:00:00Z 00:58:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no biotechnology, business, cloud, co-founders, conviction, courage, culture, decisions, drugs, entrepreneurship, healthcare, innovation, laboratories, medicine, R&D, research, startups, technology DJ Kleinbaum, co-founder of Emerald Therapeutics, shares how his company balances growth to drive biotechnology breakthroughs, while supporting a culture that honors fresh-eyes thinking and the sharing of contrarian truths. Kleinbaum also discusses def... DJ Kleinbaum, co-founder of Emerald Therapeutics, shares how his company balances growth to drive biotechnology breakthroughs, while supporting a culture that honors fresh-eyes thinking and the sharing of contrarian truths. Kleinbaum also discusses defining what makes your company different, and why "Eroom’s Law" looms large for the future of drug development. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4053 Astro Teller, director of Alphabet's moonshot factory, X, describes how smart bets on world-changing innovations are aided by a culture that celebrates only the most audacious projects and rewards teams for showing the courage to find the biggest flaws. He also discusses how innovation can be systematized regardless of business type, resources or role at your company. Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/teller160420.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-04-20T00:00:00Z 00:58:40 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no accountability, ambition, audaciousness, behavior, business, creativity, culture, decision making, empowerment, entrepreneurship, experimentation, ideas, failure, goals, imagination, incentives, innovation, management, moonshots, motivation, norms, organizations, persuasion, praise, projects, recognition, skepticism, technology, work, workplace Astro Teller, director of Alphabet's moonshot factory, X, describes how smart bets on world-changing innovations are aided by a culture that celebrates only the most audacious projects and rewards teams for showing the courage to find the biggest flaws... Astro Teller, director of Alphabet's moonshot factory, X, describes how smart bets on world-changing innovations are aided by a culture that celebrates only the most audacious projects and rewards teams for showing the courage to find the biggest flaws. He also discusses how innovation can be systematized regardless of business type, resources or role at your company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4059 Bernard Roth, co-founder and academic director of Stanford University's d.school, shares design-thinking tools for reframing life's stubborn problems and unlocking solutions. Professor Roth, author of the book "The Achievement Habit," also engages audience members in exercises meant to cut through the excuses we tell ourselves that hold us back from accomplishing our goals. Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/roth160413.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-04-13T00:00:00Z 00:53:42 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes achievement, behavior, challenges, cognition, consequences, creativity, design, design thinking, excuses, frustration, honesty, intentionality, lies, mindset, motivation, priorities, problem solving, reasons, reframing, solutions, wisdom Bernard Roth, co-founder and academic director of Stanford University's d.school, shares design-thinking tools for reframing life's stubborn problems and unlocking solutions. Professor Roth, author of the book "The Achievement Habit," also engages audi... Bernard Roth, co-founder and academic director of Stanford University's d.school, shares design-thinking tools for reframing life's stubborn problems and unlocking solutions. Professor Roth, author of the book "The Achievement Habit," also engages audience members in exercises meant to cut through the excuses we tell ourselves that hold us back from accomplishing our goals. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4052 Derek Belch, co-founder and CEO of STRIVR Labs, a startup that uses virtual reality to train athletes, describes the passion necessary for entrepreneurship and the features that give his business a competitive edge in a rising-tide industry. The former Stanford football player is candid about the personal sacrifices entailed in putting your all into your venture. Wed, 6 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/belch160406.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-04-06T00:00:00Z 00:59:17 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no bootstrapping, business, clarity, collaboration, customers, education, entrepreneurship, financing, gaming, innovation, leadership, openness, passion, sacrifice, scaling, sports, startups, technology, traction, training, transparency, user experience, virtual reality, wealth Derek Belch, co-founder and CEO of STRIVR Labs, a startup that uses virtual reality to train athletes, describes the passion necessary for entrepreneurship and the features that give his business a competitive edge in a rising-tide industry. The former... Derek Belch, co-founder and CEO of STRIVR Labs, a startup that uses virtual reality to train athletes, describes the passion necessary for entrepreneurship and the features that give his business a competitive edge in a rising-tide industry. The former Stanford football player is candid about the personal sacrifices entailed in putting your all into your venture. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=4025 Entrepreneur Minnie Ingersoll talks about how a computer-science degree, an MBA and 11 years at Google prepared her to co-found the online auto marketplace Shift. Calling her startup "a car company with Google DNA," Ingersoll offers insights on opportunity recognition, product management, career-life balance and the importance of traits like humility and patience. Wed, 2 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ingersoll160302.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-03-02T00:00:00Z 00:51:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no balance, business, business school, cars, children, co-founders, culture, customers, difficulty, disruption, education, engineering, entrepreneurship, experience, family, fundraising, image, leadership, negotiations, networking, perceptions, personalities, product management, relationships, startups, technology, transitions, venture capital, work-life Entrepreneur Minnie Ingersoll talks about how a computer-science degree, an MBA and 11 years at Google prepared her to co-found the online auto marketplace Shift. Calling her startup "a car company with Google DNA," Ingersoll offers insights on opportu... Entrepreneur Minnie Ingersoll talks about how a computer-science degree, an MBA and 11 years at Google prepared her to co-found the online auto marketplace Shift. Calling her startup "a car company with Google DNA," Ingersoll offers insights on opportunity recognition, product management, career-life balance and the importance of traits like humility and patience. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3617 Lands' End CEO Federica Marchionni shares lessons from her career as a leader at some of the most recognizable luxury-lifestyle brands in retail, including Dolce&Gabbana and Ferrari. She emphasizes the importance of excellence over perfection and adopting a "360 degree" mindset that will allow you to embrace change, be adaptable and identify opportunities for personal growth. Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/marchionni160224.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-02-24T00:00:00Z 00:53:46 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no adaptability, awareness, brand, business, change, clothing, corporate responsibility, customers, excellence, failure, fashion, growth, international, leadership, learning, lifestyle, marketing, meaning, mindset, purpose, retail, skills, style, trends, wisdom Lands' End CEO Federica Marchionni shares lessons from her career as a leader at some of the most recognizable luxury-lifestyle brands in retail, including Dolce&Gabbana and Ferrari. She emphasizes the importance of excellence over perfection and adopt... Lands' End CEO Federica Marchionni shares lessons from her career as a leader at some of the most recognizable luxury-lifestyle brands in retail, including Dolce&Gabbana and Ferrari. She emphasizes the importance of excellence over perfection and adopting a "360 degree" mindset that will allow you to embrace change, be adaptable and identify opportunities for personal growth. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3616 James Freeman, the soft-spoken founder and CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee, shares his entrepreneurial journey from the farmers' market where he learned commerce in its purest form, to opening cafes across the country. Freeman explains how customer experience is part of a product and shares the inspiration he draws from philosophy, literature and other cultures. Wed, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/freeman160217.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-02-17T00:00:00Z 00:54:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no art, artisan, brand, business, coffee, constraints, control, craft, culture, customers, dedication, entrepreneurship, experience, gentleness, growth, literature, passion, perfection, philosophy, product, quality, quirkiness, retail, scaling, sensations, service, space, trust James Freeman, the soft-spoken founder and CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee, shares his entrepreneurial journey from the farmers' market where he learned commerce in its purest form, to opening cafes across the country. Freeman explains how customer experienc... James Freeman, the soft-spoken founder and CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee, shares his entrepreneurial journey from the farmers' market where he learned commerce in its purest form, to opening cafes across the country. Freeman explains how customer experience is part of a product and shares the inspiration he draws from philosophy, literature and other cultures. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3615 Dharmesh Shah, co-founder and CTO at the marketing and sales software firm HubSpot, distills his 128-slide presentation on company culture down to its essence, describing it as a business's "operating system" that lets people do their best work. Shah says entrepreneurs must create a company culture they love, because one will eventually emerge no matter what. Wed, 10 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/shah160210.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-02-10T00:00:00Z 00:56:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no avoidance, behavior, business, capacity, conflict, courtesy, culture, disclosure, discomfort, emotion, entrepreneurship, feedback, governance, hiring, honesty, intention, leadership, peers, persistence, proactive, professionalism, recruitment, relationships, socializing, startups, talent, teams, tension, transparency, tradeoffs, trust, values Dharmesh Shah, co-founder and CTO at the marketing and sales software firm HubSpot, distills his 128-slide presentation on company culture down to its essence, describing it as a business's "operating system" that lets people do their best work. Shah s... Dharmesh Shah, co-founder and CTO at the marketing and sales software firm HubSpot, distills his 128-slide presentation on company culture down to its essence, describing it as a business's "operating system" that lets people do their best work. Shah says entrepreneurs must create a company culture they love, because one will eventually emerge no matter what. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3614 Stanford University President John Hennessy discusses some of the most powerful lessons he's learned as leader of one of the world's most complex and dynamic institutions of higher education. In conversation with Tina Seelig, director at the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Hennessy also shares insights from his entrepreneurial career in the high-tech industry. Wed, 3 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hennessy160203.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-02-03T00:00:00Z 01:00:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business, clarity, college, complexity, crisis, decision-making, decisiveness, education, engineering, entrepreneurship, experiential, honesty, impact, leadership, learning, location, MOOCs, online, organizations, replication, Stanford, teaching, time trust, uncertainty, universities Stanford University President John Hennessy discusses some of the most powerful lessons he's learned as leader of one of the world's most complex and dynamic institutions of higher education. In conversation with Tina Seelig, director at the Stanford T... Stanford University President John Hennessy discusses some of the most powerful lessons he's learned as leader of one of the world's most complex and dynamic institutions of higher education. In conversation with Tina Seelig, director at the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Hennessy also shares insights from his entrepreneurial career in the high-tech industry. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3613 Mike Maples Jr., co-founder of the venture capital firm Floodgate, explains what entrepreneurs can learn from the very few technology startups that achieve hyper-exceptional success and market disruption. The Silicon Valley veteran urges tomorrow's innovators to "only do things that you think have a chance to be legendary" – because it takes just as much work to do something mediocre. Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/maples160127.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-01-27T00:00:00Z 00:58:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no advantage, business model, capitalism, challenges, competition, computing, connections, consequences, customers, data, delight, disruption, dominance, entrepreneurship, exceptionality, failure, focus, haste, impact, incumbents, innovation, investing, life, management, markets, meaning, mediocrity, Moore’s Law, networks, newcomers, product, problems, scaling, startups, strategy, systemic, systems, teams, technology, time, urgency, value, venture capital Mike Maples Jr., co-founder of the venture capital firm Floodgate, explains what entrepreneurs can learn from the very few technology startups that achieve hyper-exceptional success and market disruption. The Silicon Valley veteran urges tomorrow's inn... Mike Maples Jr., co-founder of the venture capital firm Floodgate, explains what entrepreneurs can learn from the very few technology startups that achieve hyper-exceptional success and market disruption. The Silicon Valley veteran urges tomorrow's innovators to "only do things that you think have a chance to be legendary" – because it takes just as much work to do something mediocre. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3612 Sequoia Capital Chairman Michael Moritz and Lisa Sugar, founder and president of Popsugar, describe the investor-entrepreneur dynamic based on their personal experiences. In conversation with Stanford University lecturer Emily Ma, they discuss how success starts with staying to true to yourself, following your instincts and interests, and doing what makes you happy. Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/moritz160120.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-01-20T00:00:00Z 00:48:49 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no entrepreneurship, content, happiness, instincts, investing, leadership, learning, relationships, venture capital, women Sequoia Capital Chairman Michael Moritz and Lisa Sugar, founder and president of Popsugar, describe the investor-entrepreneur dynamic based on their personal experiences. In conversation with Stanford University lecturer Emily Ma, they discuss how succ... Sequoia Capital Chairman Michael Moritz and Lisa Sugar, founder and president of Popsugar, describe the investor-entrepreneur dynamic based on their personal experiences. In conversation with Stanford University lecturer Emily Ma, they discuss how success starts with staying to true to yourself, following your instincts and interests, and doing what makes you happy. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3611 Civic leader Michael Tubbs shares his story of growing up in the California Central Valley, attending Stanford and going on to become one of the youngest elected officials in U.S. history. The Stockton City Councilman calls on entrepreneurs behind today's biggest tech innovations to also focus on solving society's biggest problems, like poverty, illiteracy and inequality. Wed, 13 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/tubbs160113.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2016-01-13T00:00:00Z 00:53:55 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no advice, affluence, bankruptcy, charity, civics, commitment, community, concern, crime, democracy, devotion, disappointment, empathy, ethnicity, government, help, honesty, humanity, humility, ignorance, impact, inequality, justice, knowledge, leadership, meaning, opportunity, passion, politics, poverty, priorities, progress, race, racism, resources, responsibility, scaling, society, solutions, values, youth Civic leader Michael Tubbs shares his story of growing up in the California Central Valley, attending Stanford and going on to become one of the youngest elected officials in U.S. history. The Stockton City Councilman calls on entrepreneurs behind toda... Civic leader Michael Tubbs shares his story of growing up in the California Central Valley, attending Stanford and going on to become one of the youngest elected officials in U.S. history. The Stockton City Councilman calls on entrepreneurs behind today's biggest tech innovations to also focus on solving society's biggest problems, like poverty, illiteracy and inequality. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3560 Brit Morin, founder and CEO of Brit + Co, describes her path and motivation for launching a platform that aims to inspire women and girls to be creative through compelling content such as videos, online classes and do-it-yourself kits. Morin explains how creativity is sparked by rekindling that playful spirit from our youth and stems from the primal instinct to make things. Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/morin151118.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-11-18T00:00:00Z 00:58:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no art, content, creativity, inspiration, maker, media, youthfulness Brit Morin, founder and CEO of Brit + Co, describes her path and motivation for launching a platform that aims to inspire women and girls to be creative through compelling content such as videos, online classes and do-it-yourself kits. Morin explains h... Brit Morin, founder and CEO of Brit + Co, describes her path and motivation for launching a platform that aims to inspire women and girls to be creative through compelling content such as videos, online classes and do-it-yourself kits. Morin explains how creativity is sparked by rekindling that playful spirit from our youth and stems from the primal instinct to make things. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3559 Rebecca Lynn, partner and founder at Canvas Ventures, shares her unlikely journey from the humble farming town of her childhood to the hotbed of technology innovation, fueled by engineering talent, entrepreneurial drive and solid guidance from mentors. Lynn describes her strategy for investing and observations about the world of venture capital. Wed, 11 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lynn151111.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-11-11T00:00:00Z 00:57:40 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no education, investing, mentorship, self-sufficiency, venture capital Rebecca Lynn, partner and founder at Canvas Ventures, shares her unlikely journey from the humble farming town of her childhood to the hotbed of technology innovation, fueled by engineering talent, entrepreneurial drive and solid guidance from mentors.... Rebecca Lynn, partner and founder at Canvas Ventures, shares her unlikely journey from the humble farming town of her childhood to the hotbed of technology innovation, fueled by engineering talent, entrepreneurial drive and solid guidance from mentors. Lynn describes her strategy for investing and observations about the world of venture capital. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3558 Intuit Co-Founder Scott Cook describes how the financial software company went from struggling startup to runaway market leader by staying focused on the customer and iterating and embracing surprises along the way. In a free-form talk guided by audience questions, Cook shares advice on leadership, perseverance and professional growth. Wed, 4 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cook151104.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-11-04T00:00:00Z 01:01:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no competition, iteration, leadership, pain point, perseverance, software Intuit Co-Founder Scott Cook describes how the financial software company went from struggling startup to runaway market leader by staying focused on the customer and iterating and embracing surprises along the way. In a free-form talk guided by audien... Intuit Co-Founder Scott Cook describes how the financial software company went from struggling startup to runaway market leader by staying focused on the customer and iterating and embracing surprises along the way. In a free-form talk guided by audience questions, Cook shares advice on leadership, perseverance and professional growth. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3557 Lyndon Rive, Co-Founder and CEO of SolarCity, and Tim Draper, founding parter of the venture capital firm DFJ, discuss the clean-energy company's mission to save the planet while exploring the many aspects of its business, from the science of solar power to the need for better government incentives and policies. Wed, 28 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rive151028.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-10-28T00:00:00Z 01:02:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes clean, energy, environment, incentives, regulations, solar Lyndon Rive, Co-Founder and CEO of SolarCity, and Tim Draper, founding parter of the venture capital firm DFJ, discuss the clean-energy company's mission to save the planet while exploring the many aspects of its business, from the science of solar pow... Lyndon Rive, Co-Founder and CEO of SolarCity, and Tim Draper, founding parter of the venture capital firm DFJ, discuss the clean-energy company's mission to save the planet while exploring the many aspects of its business, from the science of solar power to the need for better government incentives and policies. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3556 James Beshara, CEO and co-founder of mobile-crowdfunding platform Tilt, breathes new life into tired cliches, explaining the insights and inspiration they hold for entrepreneurs. Beshara, who has pushed the crowdfunding envelope since 2007, shares his belief in the power of the collective and seeing beyond individual data points to understand larger trends in behavior and business. Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/beshara151021.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-10-21T00:00:00Z 00:54:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no cliches, complexity, crowdfunding, culture, decision-making, simplicity James Beshara, CEO and co-founder of mobile-crowdfunding platform Tilt, breathes new life into tired cliches, explaining the insights and inspiration they hold for entrepreneurs. Beshara, who has pushed the crowdfunding envelope since 2007, shares his ... James Beshara, CEO and co-founder of mobile-crowdfunding platform Tilt, breathes new life into tired cliches, explaining the insights and inspiration they hold for entrepreneurs. Beshara, who has pushed the crowdfunding envelope since 2007, shares his belief in the power of the collective and seeing beyond individual data points to understand larger trends in behavior and business. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3555 Jeff Seibert, senior director of consumer product at Twitter, describes what went well and what didn't during the acquisition of his earlier startups by big-name technology companies, stressing the importance of culture fit, maintaining your team's trust throughout, and continued investment in growth after being acquired. Seibert also explains how an acquisition isn't always the best exit strategy for a promising startup. Wed, 14 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/seibert151014.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-10-14T00:00:00Z 00:54:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no acquisitions, negotiations, product, software, trust Jeff Seibert, senior director of consumer product at Twitter, describes what went well and what didn't during the acquisition of his earlier startups by big-name technology companies, stressing the importance of culture fit, maintaining your team's tru... Jeff Seibert, senior director of consumer product at Twitter, describes what went well and what didn't during the acquisition of his earlier startups by big-name technology companies, stressing the importance of culture fit, maintaining your team's trust throughout, and continued investment in growth after being acquired. Seibert also explains how an acquisition isn't always the best exit strategy for a promising startup. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3554 A special panel of highly scientific minds discusses what the future holds for tech innovation, education and entrepreneurship. Panelists include Google's "captain of moonshots," Astro Teller, Stanford bioengineer Christina Smolke, an associate professor at the university's medical school, and DFJ General Partner Steve Jurvetson. Persis Drell, dean of the Stanford School of Engineering, moderates the discussion, with introductions by Stanford Professor Kathleen Eisenhardt. Wed, 7 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/jurvetson151007.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-10-07T00:00:00Z 00:52:30 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no breakthroughs, engineering, expertise, future, innovation, predictions, technology A special panel of highly scientific minds discusses what the future holds for tech innovation, education and entrepreneurship. Panelists include Google's "captain of moonshots," Astro Teller, Stanford bioengineer Christina Smolke, an associate profess... A special panel of highly scientific minds discusses what the future holds for tech innovation, education and entrepreneurship. Panelists include Google's "captain of moonshots," Astro Teller, Stanford bioengineer Christina Smolke, an associate professor at the university's medical school, and DFJ General Partner Steve Jurvetson. Persis Drell, dean of the Stanford School of Engineering, moderates the discussion, with introductions by Stanford Professor Kathleen Eisenhardt. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3619 The iconic entrepreneur behind SpaceX, Tesla Motors and Paypal shares his predictions for artificial intelligence, renewable energy and space exploration, in conversation with DFJ General Partner Steve Jurvetson at Stanford on Oct. 7, 2015. University President John Hennessy introduces the future-focused discussion, which follows Musk's journey from his first Internet startup in the mid-nineties to his dream of a Mars colony in the next 20 years. Wed, 7 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/musk151007.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-10-07T00:00:00Z 01:01:08 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ambition, artificial intelligence, awareness, change, energy, exploration, future, innovation, inspiration, Mars, predictions, space, technology, usefulness The iconic entrepreneur behind SpaceX, Tesla Motors and Paypal shares his predictions for artificial intelligence, renewable energy and space exploration, in conversation with DFJ General Partner Steve Jurvetson at Stanford on Oct. 7, 2015. University ... The iconic entrepreneur behind SpaceX, Tesla Motors and Paypal shares his predictions for artificial intelligence, renewable energy and space exploration, in conversation with DFJ General Partner Steve Jurvetson at Stanford on Oct. 7, 2015. University President John Hennessy introduces the future-focused discussion, which follows Musk's journey from his first Internet startup in the mid-nineties to his dream of a Mars colony in the next 20 years. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3553 Stewart Butterfield, co-founder of Slack and Flickr, shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey from philosophy student to creator of hugely popular platforms for sharing and communicating, and how they began as minor features embedded in online games that were otherwise flops. Butterfield speaks with Andrew Braccia of the venture capital firm Accel Partners. Wed, 30 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/butterfield150930.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-09-30T00:00:00Z 00:53:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes art, communications, design, empathy, failure, gaming, humanities, philosophy, resilience Stewart Butterfield, co-founder of Slack and Flickr, shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey from philosophy student to creator of hugely popular platforms for sharing and communicating, and how they began as minor features embedded in online g... Stewart Butterfield, co-founder of Slack and Flickr, shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey from philosophy student to creator of hugely popular platforms for sharing and communicating, and how they began as minor features embedded in online games that were otherwise flops. Butterfield speaks with Andrew Braccia of the venture capital firm Accel Partners. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3365 Susan Koger, co-founder and chief creative officer of the online retailer ModCloth, shares lessons that transcend the fashion industry. Reflecting on her startup's early years and challenges along the way, Koger explains how emotion not only connects customers to a brand, it connects a team to the work. Wed, 27 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/koger150527.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-05-27T00:00:00Z 00:59:01 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no challenges, connection, emotion, fashion, growth, inexperience, mistakes, retail, scaling Susan Koger, co-founder and chief creative officer of the online retailer ModCloth, shares lessons that transcend the fashion industry. Reflecting on her startup's early years and challenges along the way, Koger explains how emotion not only connects c... Susan Koger, co-founder and chief creative officer of the online retailer ModCloth, shares lessons that transcend the fashion industry. Reflecting on her startup's early years and challenges along the way, Koger explains how emotion not only connects customers to a brand, it connects a team to the work. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3498 Founder and CEO William Marshall takes us inside how Planet Labs seeks to benefit humanity by leveraging continuous imaging to understand the challenges facing the planet. Marshall discusses founding ventures with purpose, the opportunities possible from open access to data, and the novel technologies that bring their "dove" satellites to life in space. Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/marshall150520.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-05-20T00:00:00Z 01:01:24 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes aerospace, satellites, technology, imaging, data, hardware, software, agile Founder and CEO William Marshall takes us inside how Planet Labs seeks to benefit humanity by leveraging continuous imaging to understand the challenges facing the planet. Marshall discusses founding ventures with purpose, the opportunities possible fr... Founder and CEO William Marshall takes us inside how Planet Labs seeks to benefit humanity by leveraging continuous imaging to understand the challenges facing the planet. Marshall discusses founding ventures with purpose, the opportunities possible from open access to data, and the novel technologies that bring their "dove" satellites to life in space. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3497 Serial entrepreneur and investor Chinedu Echeruo shares lessons from starting multiple companies, including HopStop, which was acquired by Apple in 2013. Echeruo discusses the beneficial attributes of founders, learning from his missteps, and why he sees creativity as a tool for unleashing value for the world. Wed, 13 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/echeruo150513.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-05-13T00:00:00Z 00:42:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no creativity, finance, startups, capital Serial entrepreneur and investor Chinedu Echeruo shares lessons from starting multiple companies, including HopStop, which was acquired by Apple in 2013. Echeruo discusses the beneficial attributes of founders, learning from his missteps, and why he se... Serial entrepreneur and investor Chinedu Echeruo shares lessons from starting multiple companies, including HopStop, which was acquired by Apple in 2013. Echeruo discusses the beneficial attributes of founders, learning from his missteps, and why he sees creativity as a tool for unleashing value for the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3494 Mike Rothenberg, founder and CEO of Rothenberg Ventures, describes the entrepreneurial approach he took in starting his firm and how failures along the way were actually opportunities to reset. He also explains the business concept of red versus blue ocean, where the latter represents an uncharted market that entrepreneurs should swim toward at all costs. Wed, 6 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rothenberg150506.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-05-06T00:00:00Z 00:56:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no failure, improvisation, networks, opportunities, strategy, Mike Rothenberg, founder and CEO of Rothenberg Ventures, describes the entrepreneurial approach he took in starting his firm and how failures along the way were actually opportunities to reset. He also explains the business concept of red versus blue o... Mike Rothenberg, founder and CEO of Rothenberg Ventures, describes the entrepreneurial approach he took in starting his firm and how failures along the way were actually opportunities to reset. He also explains the business concept of red versus blue ocean, where the latter represents an uncharted market that entrepreneurs should swim toward at all costs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3496 Kathleen Eisenhardt, a professor of management science and engineering at Stanford, explains the advantages of developing simple rules for business and life, sharing examples from industries ranging from startups to sports and entertainment. Eisenhardt, who teaches in Stanford's School of Engineering, co-wrote the 2015 book "Simple Rules: How to Thrive in a Complex World." Wed, 29 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/eisenhardt150429.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-04-29T00:00:00Z 00:58:53 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no decisions, decision-making, entertainment, organizations, rules, simplicity, strategy, television Kathleen Eisenhardt, a professor of management science and engineering at Stanford, explains the advantages of developing simple rules for business and life, sharing examples from industries ranging from startups to sports and entertainment. Eisenhardt... Kathleen Eisenhardt, a professor of management science and engineering at Stanford, explains the advantages of developing simple rules for business and life, sharing examples from industries ranging from startups to sports and entertainment. Eisenhardt, who teaches in Stanford's School of Engineering, co-wrote the 2015 book "Simple Rules: How to Thrive in a Complex World." Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3493 Kyle Forster, co-founder of Big Switch Networks, discusses pivotal moments from his career in Silicon Valley when expertise in early stage technologies propelled him into leadership roles. Forster also shares insights from several of his favorite books and the powerful lessons all aspiring entrepreneurs should heed. Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/forster150422.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-04-22T00:00:00Z 00:52:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no books, career, leadership, wisdom Kyle Forster, co-founder of Big Switch Networks, discusses pivotal moments from his career in Silicon Valley when expertise in early stage technologies propelled him into leadership roles. Forster also shares insights from several of his favorite books... Kyle Forster, co-founder of Big Switch Networks, discusses pivotal moments from his career in Silicon Valley when expertise in early stage technologies propelled him into leadership roles. Forster also shares insights from several of his favorite books and the powerful lessons all aspiring entrepreneurs should heed. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3492 Ron Gutman, founder and CEO of digital-health startup HealthTap, dares entrepreneurs to enjoy, not just endure, the journey by doing something that matters deeply to many people. A serial entrepreneur, inventor and big believer in the power of positivity, Gutman also describes how the heart of success is understanding human need at a granular level. Wed, 15 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/gutman150415.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z 00:57:03 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ambition, health, meaning, mission, impact, presence, positivity, values, vision Ron Gutman, founder and CEO of digital-health startup HealthTap, dares entrepreneurs to enjoy, not just endure, the journey by doing something that matters deeply to many people. A serial entrepreneur, inventor and big believer in the power of positivi... Ron Gutman, founder and CEO of digital-health startup HealthTap, dares entrepreneurs to enjoy, not just endure, the journey by doing something that matters deeply to many people. A serial entrepreneur, inventor and big believer in the power of positivity, Gutman also describes how the heart of success is understanding human need at a granular level. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3491 Sean George, president and chief operating officer of genetics-information company Invitae, explains how the rewards of entrepreneurship come from facing the major challenges along the way. In this insightful talk, the serial entrepreneur also underscores the necessity of a team's focus on mission to see a venture through adversity. Wed, 8 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/george150408.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-04-08T00:00:00Z 00:55:36 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no challenges, determination, experience, failure, genetics, mission, optimism, perseverance, scale, team Sean George, president and chief operating officer of genetics-information company Invitae, explains how the rewards of entrepreneurship come from facing the major challenges along the way. In this insightful talk, the serial entrepreneur also undersco... Sean George, president and chief operating officer of genetics-information company Invitae, explains how the rewards of entrepreneurship come from facing the major challenges along the way. In this insightful talk, the serial entrepreneur also underscores the necessity of a team's focus on mission to see a venture through adversity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3433 Laurene Powell Jobs, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers, shares her path to entrepreneurship and her strong commitment to addressing massive challenges in education and immigration reform through College Track and Emerson Collective, organizations she founded to spark systemic change and improve lives at the individual level. Wed, 4 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/powelljobs150304.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-03-04T00:00:00Z 00:57:24 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no economy, education, immigration, impact, philanthropy, nonprofit, reform, social, systems Laurene Powell Jobs, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers, shares her path to entrepreneurship and her strong commitment to addressing massive challenges in education and immigration reform through College Track and Emerson Col... Laurene Powell Jobs, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers, shares her path to entrepreneurship and her strong commitment to addressing massive challenges in education and immigration reform through College Track and Emerson Collective, organizations she founded to spark systemic change and improve lives at the individual level. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3432 Joshua Reeves, co-founder and CEO of ZenPayroll, explains how building truly impactful products takes time, and how crucial it is to set aside time throughout one's journey for introspection. Reeves also discusses finding meaning by seeing the people in processes and modeling your future by identifying people you admire. Wed, 25 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/reeves150225.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-02-25T00:00:00Z 00:57:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no authenticity, emulation, exploration, impact, introspection, leadership, learning, reflection, time, values Joshua Reeves, co-founder and CEO of ZenPayroll, explains how building truly impactful products takes time, and how crucial it is to set aside time throughout one's journey for introspection. Reeves also discusses finding meaning by seeing the people i... Joshua Reeves, co-founder and CEO of ZenPayroll, explains how building truly impactful products takes time, and how crucial it is to set aside time throughout one's journey for introspection. Reeves also discusses finding meaning by seeing the people in processes and modeling your future by identifying people you admire. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3431 John Collison, co-founder and president of the online payment system Stripe, explains how even the most celebrated startups repeatedly encountered uncertainty and failures along the way. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Collison shares his thoughts on how a venture's path can evolve after its early days, even as the vision holds constant. Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/collison150218.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-02-18T00:00:00Z 00:58:46 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no failure, history, metrics, opportunities, pivot, success, uncertainty, vision John Collison, co-founder and president of the online payment system Stripe, explains how even the most celebrated startups repeatedly encountered uncertainty and failures along the way. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seel... John Collison, co-founder and president of the online payment system Stripe, explains how even the most celebrated startups repeatedly encountered uncertainty and failures along the way. In conversation with Stanford Professor of the Practice Tina Seelig, Collison shares his thoughts on how a venture's path can evolve after its early days, even as the vision holds constant. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3430 Kathryn Gould, one of the first women venture capitalists in Silicon Valley, shares what she's learned after many years of picking successful startups and forging her own career path. In conversation with tech-industry author and journalist Mike Malone, the co-founder of Foundation Capital tells entrepreneurs to identify a true target customer and market opportunity, and be prepared to give 100 percent. Wed, 11 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/gould150211.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-02-11T00:00:00Z 00:54:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes career, family, investment, leadership, opportunity, venture capital, women Kathryn Gould, one of the first women venture capitalists in Silicon Valley, shares what she's learned after many years of picking successful startups and forging her own career path. In conversation with tech-industry author and journalist Mike Malone... Kathryn Gould, one of the first women venture capitalists in Silicon Valley, shares what she's learned after many years of picking successful startups and forging her own career path. In conversation with tech-industry author and journalist Mike Malone, the co-founder of Foundation Capital tells entrepreneurs to identify a true target customer and market opportunity, and be prepared to give 100 percent. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3427 Alon Cohen, co-founder and president of Houzz, a leading platform for home remodeling and design, shares insights on being an immigrant entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, and how the drive to work hard and persevere are more essential than mere talent. Cohen explains that success rests on building products that are both useful and simplify complicated tasks. Wed, 4 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cohen150204.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-02-04T00:00:00Z 00:55:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no bootstrapping, commitment, effort, hiring, mistakes, simplicity, success, talent Alon Cohen, co-founder and president of Houzz, a leading platform for home remodeling and design, shares insights on being an immigrant entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, and how the drive to work hard and persevere are more essential than mere talent. Co... Alon Cohen, co-founder and president of Houzz, a leading platform for home remodeling and design, shares insights on being an immigrant entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, and how the drive to work hard and persevere are more essential than mere talent. Cohen explains that success rests on building products that are both useful and simplify complicated tasks. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3428 Visionary architect and MacArthur Fellow Jeanne Gang discusses how the process of co-creation with clients and diverse teams leads to uniquely designed works that achieve aesthetic beauty and, at the same time, make bold statements. Founder and principal of Studio Gang Architects, Gang describes growing her firm without diluting creativity or camaraderie. Wed, 28 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/gang150128.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-01-28T00:00:00Z 00:59:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no collaboration, creativity, design, diversity, empathy, experiment, growth, multidiscipline, prototype, scaling, solutions, teams Visionary architect and MacArthur Fellow Jeanne Gang discusses how the process of co-creation with clients and diverse teams leads to uniquely designed works that achieve aesthetic beauty and, at the same time, make bold statements. Founder and princip... Visionary architect and MacArthur Fellow Jeanne Gang discusses how the process of co-creation with clients and diverse teams leads to uniquely designed works that achieve aesthetic beauty and, at the same time, make bold statements. Founder and principal of Studio Gang Architects, Gang describes growing her firm without diluting creativity or camaraderie. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3429 National Geographic Explorer Shah Selbe describes how much Earth needs technologists with an entrepreneurial spirit to address global challenges and conserve the planet's resources. A spacecraft propulsion engineer by training, Selbe shares profound experiences from expeditions in the wild and calls on the next wave of innovators to find their passion and realize that opportunities exist everywhere. Wed, 21 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/selbe150121.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-01-21T00:00:00Z 00:59:26 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no engineering, environment, experience, impact, inspiration, opportunities, passion, technology National Geographic Explorer Shah Selbe describes how much Earth needs technologists with an entrepreneurial spirit to address global challenges and conserve the planet's resources. A spacecraft propulsion engineer by training, Selbe shares profound ex... National Geographic Explorer Shah Selbe describes how much Earth needs technologists with an entrepreneurial spirit to address global challenges and conserve the planet's resources. A spacecraft propulsion engineer by training, Selbe shares profound experiences from expeditions in the wild and calls on the next wave of innovators to find their passion and realize that opportunities exist everywhere. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3426 Jennifer Pahlka, founder and executive director of Code for America, explains how governments, from the federal level to the local, need individuals with the skills to harness technology and design principles to make the everyday user's experience simpler and more elegant. Recently the U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer at the White House, Pahlka also discusses the hunger within government for "creative hacks" that improve their platforms. Wed, 14 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/pahlka150114.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2015-01-14T00:00:00Z 00:56:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no career, government, public service, technology, user experience Jennifer Pahlka, founder and executive director of Code for America, explains how governments, from the federal level to the local, need individuals with the skills to harness technology and design principles to make the everyday user's experience simp... Jennifer Pahlka, founder and executive director of Code for America, explains how governments, from the federal level to the local, need individuals with the skills to harness technology and design principles to make the everyday user's experience simpler and more elegant. Recently the U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer at the White House, Pahlka also discusses the hunger within government for "creative hacks" that improve their platforms. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3369 Entrepreneur and venture capitalist Ben Horowitz shares which entrepreneurial skills truly matter, and why learning to manage well may be the most critical skill of all. Horowitz, a founding partner of Andreessen Horowitz, discusses the value of learning inside a large company, some of the exciting technology frontiers ahead, and the purpose and philosophy of his firm, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers. Wed, 19 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/horowitz141119.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-11-19T00:00:00Z 00:54:24 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes CEO, management, leadership, organizations, decisions, skills Entrepreneur and venture capitalist Ben Horowitz shares which entrepreneurial skills truly matter, and why learning to manage well may be the most critical skill of all. Horowitz, a founding partner of Andreessen Horowitz, discusses the value of learni... Entrepreneur and venture capitalist Ben Horowitz shares which entrepreneurial skills truly matter, and why learning to manage well may be the most critical skill of all. Horowitz, a founding partner of Andreessen Horowitz, discusses the value of learning inside a large company, some of the exciting technology frontiers ahead, and the purpose and philosophy of his firm, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3240 Tina Wells, founder and CEO of Buzz Marketing Group, answers questions on trend-spotting, ethics in marketing, and new approaches to audience engagement. Wells also tells the story of her journey from school-age entrepreneur to leading a firm that helps companies create ways for consumers to express their true experiences with brands. Wed, 12 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/wells141112.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-11-12T00:00:00Z 00:57:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no marketing, trends, market research, consumers, messaging, branding, brands Tina Wells, founder and CEO of Buzz Marketing Group, answers questions on trend-spotting, ethics in marketing, and new approaches to audience engagement. Wells also tells the story of her journey from school-age entrepreneur to leading a firm that help... Tina Wells, founder and CEO of Buzz Marketing Group, answers questions on trend-spotting, ethics in marketing, and new approaches to audience engagement. Wells also tells the story of her journey from school-age entrepreneur to leading a firm that helps companies create ways for consumers to express their true experiences with brands. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3368 Jennifer Carolan, managing director of the NewSchools Seed Fund, talks about the opportunities for technology companies interested in contributing to the changing landscape of education. In conversation with Stanford Engineering Consulting Associate Professor Steve Blank, Carolan discusses common mistakes of ed-tech founders and the need for engineers and consumer technologists in creating innovation in education. Wed, 5 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/carolan141105.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-11-05T00:00:00Z 00:57:11 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no education, venture capital, investment, seed funding, students, teachers, technology Jennifer Carolan, managing director of the NewSchools Seed Fund, talks about the opportunities for technology companies interested in contributing to the changing landscape of education. In conversation with Stanford Engineering Consulting Associate Pr... Jennifer Carolan, managing director of the NewSchools Seed Fund, talks about the opportunities for technology companies interested in contributing to the changing landscape of education. In conversation with Stanford Engineering Consulting Associate Professor Steve Blank, Carolan discusses common mistakes of ed-tech founders and the need for engineers and consumer technologists in creating innovation in education. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3367 Lew Cirne, founder and CEO of New Relic, discusses his experiences as a serial entrepreneur, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers. Cirne talks about finding one's strengths as a leader, the challenge of discovering a company's second act, and why the best engineers must possess real empathy for the users of their products. Wed, 29 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cirne141029.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-10-29T00:00:00Z 00:46:26 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no software, strategy, work ethic, leadership, engineering Lew Cirne, founder and CEO of New Relic, discusses his experiences as a serial entrepreneur, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers. Cirne talks about finding one's strengths as a leader, the challenge of discovering a company's ... Lew Cirne, founder and CEO of New Relic, discusses his experiences as a serial entrepreneur, in conversation with Stanford Engineering Professor Tom Byers. Cirne talks about finding one's strengths as a leader, the challenge of discovering a company's second act, and why the best engineers must possess real empathy for the users of their products. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3366 Nest Co-Founder Matt Rogers explains why careers can be made on taking on the challenges and projects unloved by others. Rogers discusses what he learned working at Apple on the original iPod and iPhone, the importance of not chasing the money when raising capital, and how he and Nest Co-Founder Tony Fadell went about building an innovative consumer electronics company. Wed, 22 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rogers141022.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-10-22T00:00:00Z 00:57:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes consumer electronics, hardware, teams, culture, products, product development, Apple Nest Co-Founder Matt Rogers explains why careers can be made on taking on the challenges and projects unloved by others. Rogers discusses what he learned working at Apple on the original iPod and iPhone, the importance of not chasing the money when rai... Nest Co-Founder Matt Rogers explains why careers can be made on taking on the challenges and projects unloved by others. Rogers discusses what he learned working at Apple on the original iPod and iPhone, the importance of not chasing the money when raising capital, and how he and Nest Co-Founder Tony Fadell went about building an innovative consumer electronics company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3370 Tina Seelig, Professor of the Practice in Stanford's School of Engineering, describes how imagination leads to entrepreneurship, charting the course from rough ideas to polished ventures. Introducing a new framework called the "Inventure Cycle," Seelig captures the attitudes and actions necessary to foster innovation and bring breakthrough ideas to the world. Wed, 15 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/seelig141015.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-10-15T00:00:00Z 00:53:04 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, imagination, ideas, attitude Tina Seelig, Professor of the Practice in Stanford's School of Engineering, describes how imagination leads to entrepreneurship, charting the course from rough ideas to polished ventures. Introducing a new framework called the "Inventure Cycle," Seelig... Tina Seelig, Professor of the Practice in Stanford's School of Engineering, describes how imagination leads to entrepreneurship, charting the course from rough ideas to polished ventures. Introducing a new framework called the "Inventure Cycle," Seelig captures the attitudes and actions necessary to foster innovation and bring breakthrough ideas to the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3364 Author and leadership educator Liz Wiseman shares why cultivating a "rookie mindset" is an advantage in a rapidly changing world. Wiseman presents insights from her books, Rookie Smarts and Multipliers, including frameworks and techniques for how entrepreneurs, leaders and employees can embrace a life of constant learning and build a passion for multiplying the genius of those around them. Wed, 8 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/wiseman141008.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-10-08T00:00:00Z 00:56:34 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no leadership, management, teams, learning, behavior, employees, attitude, experience Author and leadership educator Liz Wiseman shares why cultivating a "rookie mindset" is an advantage in a rapidly changing world. Wiseman presents insights from her books, Rookie Smarts and Multipliers, including frameworks and techniques for how entre... Author and leadership educator Liz Wiseman shares why cultivating a "rookie mindset" is an advantage in a rapidly changing world. Wiseman presents insights from her books, Rookie Smarts and Multipliers, including frameworks and techniques for how entrepreneurs, leaders and employees can embrace a life of constant learning and build a passion for multiplying the genius of those around them. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3363 Kevin and Julia Hartz discuss what it really takes to be a thriving startup organism in challenging ecosystems. As well as sharing insights from the early founding days of Eventbrite, the husband and wife co-founders explain the importance of continual focus on cultivating talent, maintaining sustainable advantages, and driving relentless evolution inside a company. Wed, 1 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hartz141001.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-10-01T00:00:00Z 00:58:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no talent, employees, team, culture, disruption, efficiency Kevin and Julia Hartz discuss what it really takes to be a thriving startup organism in challenging ecosystems. As well as sharing insights from the early founding days of Eventbrite, the husband and wife co-founders explain the importance of continual... Kevin and Julia Hartz discuss what it really takes to be a thriving startup organism in challenging ecosystems. As well as sharing insights from the early founding days of Eventbrite, the husband and wife co-founders explain the importance of continual focus on cultivating talent, maintaining sustainable advantages, and driving relentless evolution inside a company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3244 Heidi Roizen, operating partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares personal and professional truths learned from her career as an entrepreneur, investor, and educator. Among other topics, Roizen examines the need for resiliency, the importance of valuing relationships over transactions, and why ethics should never be compromised. Wed, 28 May 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/roizen140528.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-05-28T00:00:00Z 01:00:23 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no instinct, chance, ethics, humanities, relationships, business school, Stanford Heidi Roizen, operating partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares personal and professional truths learned from her career as an entrepreneur, investor, and educator. Among other topics, Roizen examines the need for resiliency, the importance of valui... Heidi Roizen, operating partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares personal and professional truths learned from her career as an entrepreneur, investor, and educator. Among other topics, Roizen examines the need for resiliency, the importance of valuing relationships over transactions, and why ethics should never be compromised. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3302 TaskRabbit Founder and CEO Leah Busque tells how a need for dog food on a snowy night in Boston turned into a rapidly growing venture connecting people in neighborhoods around the country. Busque also explains the value of sharing your idea freely and the importance of cultivating an atmosphere of mentorship and collaboration. Wed, 21 May 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/busque140521.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-05-21T00:00:00Z 01:01:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ideas, teams, communication, passion, distributed workforce, peer to peer TaskRabbit Founder and CEO Leah Busque tells how a need for dog food on a snowy night in Boston turned into a rapidly growing venture connecting people in neighborhoods around the country. Busque also explains the value of sharing your idea freely and ... TaskRabbit Founder and CEO Leah Busque tells how a need for dog food on a snowy night in Boston turned into a rapidly growing venture connecting people in neighborhoods around the country. Busque also explains the value of sharing your idea freely and the importance of cultivating an atmosphere of mentorship and collaboration. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3301 Yelp COO Geoff Donaker steps through the big questions and challenges faced in taking a company public. Donaker discusses working with bankers, developing a road show for investors, and many of the issues of pricing and timing faced by Yelp in the run up to their public offering in 2012. Wed, 14 May 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/donaker140514.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-05-14T00:00:00Z 01:00:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no IPO, initial public offering, finance, investors, bankers, stock, equity Yelp COO Geoff Donaker steps through the big questions and challenges faced in taking a company public. Donaker discusses working with bankers, developing a road show for investors, and many of the issues of pricing and timing faced by Yelp in the run ... Yelp COO Geoff Donaker steps through the big questions and challenges faced in taking a company public. Donaker discusses working with bankers, developing a road show for investors, and many of the issues of pricing and timing faced by Yelp in the run up to their public offering in 2012. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3300 Linda Rottenberg, co-founder and CEO of Endeavor Global, shares smart lessons for cutting an entrepreneurial path in a turbulent world. Touching on elements from her upcoming book, Crazy is a Compliment, Rottenberg unpacks insights from Endeavor's work driving entrepreneurship in emerging markets around the world. Wed, 7 May 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rottenberg140507.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-05-07T00:00:00Z 01:01:03 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no global, emerging markets, startups, communities, capital Linda Rottenberg, co-founder and CEO of Endeavor Global, shares smart lessons for cutting an entrepreneurial path in a turbulent world. Touching on elements from her upcoming book, Crazy is a Compliment, Rottenberg unpacks insights from Endeavor's work... Linda Rottenberg, co-founder and CEO of Endeavor Global, shares smart lessons for cutting an entrepreneurial path in a turbulent world. Touching on elements from her upcoming book, Crazy is a Compliment, Rottenberg unpacks insights from Endeavor's work driving entrepreneurship in emerging markets around the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3299 Ed Catmull, president of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, shares some of his formative career experiences and offers a glimpse inside the working culture of Disney and Pixar. In conversation with Stanford Professor Bob Sutton, Catmull offers additional insights from his book, Creativity, Inc., including lessons learned from his longtime working relationship with the late Steve Jobs. Wed, 30 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/catmull140430.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-04-30T00:00:00Z 01:00:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no entertainment, steve jobs, culture, collaboration, trust Ed Catmull, president of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, shares some of his formative career experiences and offers a glimpse inside the working culture of Disney and Pixar. In conversation with Stanford Professor Bob Sutton, Catmull offers ad... Ed Catmull, president of Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, shares some of his formative career experiences and offers a glimpse inside the working culture of Disney and Pixar. In conversation with Stanford Professor Bob Sutton, Catmull offers additional insights from his book, Creativity, Inc., including lessons learned from his longtime working relationship with the late Steve Jobs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3298 Morris Chang, founding chairman of the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, reflects on his journey of bringing revolutionary changes to his industry, in conversation with Stanford President John Hennessy. Chang also touches on discovering new business models, his thoughts on leadership, and the importance of gratitude in one's career. Wed, 23 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/chang140423.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-04-23T00:00:00Z 00:56:58 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no hardware, semiconductor, business models Morris Chang, founding chairman of the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, reflects on his journey of bringing revolutionary changes to his industry, in conversation with Stanford President John Hennessy. Chang also touches on discovering new b... Morris Chang, founding chairman of the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, reflects on his journey of bringing revolutionary changes to his industry, in conversation with Stanford President John Hennessy. Chang also touches on discovering new business models, his thoughts on leadership, and the importance of gratitude in one's career. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3246 Sal Khan, founder and executive director of Khan Academy, discusses elements for a new vision for education. While offering examples of how his organization is bringing disruptive approaches to traditional learning experiences, Khan touches on the early days starting Khan Academy and the power of collaboration in creating change around the world. Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/khan140416.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-04-16T00:00:00Z 00:59:40 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no education, learning, technology, data, impact, models, schools Sal Khan, founder and executive director of Khan Academy, discusses elements for a new vision for education. While offering examples of how his organization is bringing disruptive approaches to traditional learning experiences, Khan touches on the earl... Sal Khan, founder and executive director of Khan Academy, discusses elements for a new vision for education. While offering examples of how his organization is bringing disruptive approaches to traditional learning experiences, Khan touches on the early days starting Khan Academy and the power of collaboration in creating change around the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3297 Tristan Walker, founder and CEO of Walker and Company Brands, describes living your authentic brand as an entrepreneur. Traveling from the housing projects of Queens, New York to working on Wall Street and experiences at Silicon Valley tech firms, Walker discusses creating context to see opportunities and the importance of being in the problems and solutions business, in conversation with Stanford Professor Tina Seelig. Wed, 9 Apr 2014 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/walker140409.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-04-09T00:00:00Z 00:56:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no brand, consumer products, experience, opportunities, ambition, attitude, support Tristan Walker, founder and CEO of Walker and Company Brands, describes living your authentic brand as an entrepreneur. Traveling from the housing projects of Queens, New York to working on Wall Street and experiences at Silicon Valley tech firms, Walk... Tristan Walker, founder and CEO of Walker and Company Brands, describes living your authentic brand as an entrepreneur. Traveling from the housing projects of Queens, New York to working on Wall Street and experiences at Silicon Valley tech firms, Walker discusses creating context to see opportunities and the importance of being in the problems and solutions business, in conversation with Stanford Professor Tina Seelig. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3280 Venture inside StartX, an educational non-profit that supports the development of passionate Stanford entrepreneurs. In this panel discussion, current and former members of the StartX community describe their experiences inside the accelerator and the value they received through a culture of collective intelligence and mentorship. Wed, 5 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/startx140305.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-03-05T00:00:00Z 00:58:39 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stanford, accelerator, mentors, community, startups, relationships, early stage Venture inside StartX, an educational non-profit that supports the development of passionate Stanford entrepreneurs. In this panel discussion, current and former members of the StartX community describe their experiences inside the accelerator and the ... Venture inside StartX, an educational non-profit that supports the development of passionate Stanford entrepreneurs. In this panel discussion, current and former members of the StartX community describe their experiences inside the accelerator and the value they received through a culture of collective intelligence and mentorship. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3245 Hemant Shah, co-founder and CEO of RMS, takes students on a ride through the highs and lows of growing and changing a company. From early days in an apartment with co-founders, to making the tough calls as a market leader in risk and catastrophe modeling, Shah discusses lessons around culture, business models, and pivoting a value proposition. Wed, 26 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/shah140226.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-02-26T00:00:00Z 01:01:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no risk, big data, modeling, insurance, startup, teams, culture, value proposition, exit, growth Hemant Shah, co-founder and CEO of RMS, takes students on a ride through the highs and lows of growing and changing a company. From early days in an apartment with co-founders, to making the tough calls as a market leader in risk and catastrophe modeli... Hemant Shah, co-founder and CEO of RMS, takes students on a ride through the highs and lows of growing and changing a company. From early days in an apartment with co-founders, to making the tough calls as a market leader in risk and catastrophe modeling, Shah discusses lessons around culture, business models, and pivoting a value proposition. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3238 Stanford Professor Tina Seelig discusses the creative process and music industry dynamics with Nate Ruess, lead singer of the band fun., and Cameron Strang, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Records and Warner/Chappell Music. As a kick-off to Seelig's Stanford Online course, Creativity: Music to my Ears, the conversation explores issues of artist development, evolving business models and the shape and future of the music industry. Wed, 19 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/strang140219.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-02-19T00:00:00Z 01:00:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no creativity, innovation, music, entertainment, digital, artists Stanford Professor Tina Seelig discusses the creative process and music industry dynamics with Nate Ruess, lead singer of the band fun., and Cameron Strang, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Records and Warner/Chappell Music. As a kick-off to Seelig's S... Stanford Professor Tina Seelig discusses the creative process and music industry dynamics with Nate Ruess, lead singer of the band fun., and Cameron Strang, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Records and Warner/Chappell Music. As a kick-off to Seelig's Stanford Online course, Creativity: Music to my Ears, the conversation explores issues of artist development, evolving business models and the shape and future of the music industry. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3243 Stanford Professor Bob Sutton shares principles and colorful examples from his most recent book, Scaling Up Excellence, co-authored by Huggy Rao. Touching on concepts around emotion, complexity, and connecting people, Sutton explains why scaling is about spreading and sustaining a mindset, not just a footprint. Wed, 12 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sutton140212.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-02-12T00:00:00Z 00:59:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes people, teams, strategy, growth, leadership, scale, mindset, emotion, culture, process, power Stanford Professor Bob Sutton shares principles and colorful examples from his most recent book, Scaling Up Excellence, co-authored by Huggy Rao. Touching on concepts around emotion, complexity, and connecting people, Sutton explains why scaling is abo... Stanford Professor Bob Sutton shares principles and colorful examples from his most recent book, Scaling Up Excellence, co-authored by Huggy Rao. Touching on concepts around emotion, complexity, and connecting people, Sutton explains why scaling is about spreading and sustaining a mindset, not just a footprint. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3242 Ayasdi Co-Founders Gunnar Carlsson and Gurjeet Singh discuss building a company based on technology developed inside a university, in conversation with Floodgate Partner Ann Miura-Ko. With deep insights on data visualization, Carlsson and Singh talk about developing technologies and the process for evaluating high-impact applications. Wed, 5 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ayasdi140205.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-02-05T00:00:00Z 00:58:49 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no data, big data, applications, use cases, research, founders,venture funding Ayasdi Co-Founders Gunnar Carlsson and Gurjeet Singh discuss building a company based on technology developed inside a university, in conversation with Floodgate Partner Ann Miura-Ko. With deep insights on data visualization, Carlsson and Singh talk ab... Ayasdi Co-Founders Gunnar Carlsson and Gurjeet Singh discuss building a company based on technology developed inside a university, in conversation with Floodgate Partner Ann Miura-Ko. With deep insights on data visualization, Carlsson and Singh talk about developing technologies and the process for evaluating high-impact applications. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3241 MuckerLab Co-Founder William Hsu shares his professional journey from young, headstrong entrepreneur to experienced leader working to support a thriving startup environment in Los Angeles. Hsu focuses on why building a company is different than starting a company, the importance of getting as many "at-bats" as possible, and the immense value of a pay-it-forward culture. Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hsu140129.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-01-29T00:00:00Z 01:00:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no accelerator, incubator, venture capital, experience, Stanford MuckerLab Co-Founder William Hsu shares his professional journey from young, headstrong entrepreneur to experienced leader working to support a thriving startup environment in Los Angeles. Hsu focuses on why building a company is different than startin... MuckerLab Co-Founder William Hsu shares his professional journey from young, headstrong entrepreneur to experienced leader working to support a thriving startup environment in Los Angeles. Hsu focuses on why building a company is different than starting a company, the importance of getting as many "at-bats" as possible, and the immense value of a pay-it-forward culture. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3239 Halle Tecco, co-founder and CEO of healthcare accelerator Rock Health, shares how technologists, designers and other professionals can play a role in bringing innovation to the healthcare industry. Tecco identifies systemic challenges facing healthcare in America and shares examples of companies working to address these opportunities for change. Wed, 15 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/tecco140115.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2014-01-15T00:00:00Z 00:57:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no healthcare, technology, seed, accelerator, venture capital, medicine Halle Tecco, co-founder and CEO of healthcare accelerator Rock Health, shares how technologists, designers and other professionals can play a role in bringing innovation to the healthcare industry. Tecco identifies systemic challenges facing healthcare... Halle Tecco, co-founder and CEO of healthcare accelerator Rock Health, shares how technologists, designers and other professionals can play a role in bringing innovation to the healthcare industry. Tecco identifies systemic challenges facing healthcare in America and shares examples of companies working to address these opportunities for change. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3212 Astia CEO Sharon Vosmek shows how behavior shifts in entrepreneurial ecosystems can lead to more robust levels of inclusive innovation. Vosmek also highlights research on how access to business networks, expertise and capital play out across gender lines. Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/vosmek131120.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-11-20T00:00:00Z 00:57:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes women, opportunity, capital, venture capital, research, human relations, men, gender, relationships, Silicon Valley Astia CEO Sharon Vosmek shows how behavior shifts in entrepreneurial ecosystems can lead to more robust levels of inclusive innovation. Vosmek also highlights research on how access to business networks, expertise and capital play out across gender lines. Astia CEO Sharon Vosmek shows how behavior shifts in entrepreneurial ecosystems can lead to more robust levels of inclusive innovation. Vosmek also highlights research on how access to business networks, expertise and capital play out across gender lines. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3178 Cloudera Co-Founder Mike Olson shares his insights on the present landscape and possible future of big data and the data management industry. In conversation with Ping Li of Accel Partners, Olson also discusses the advantages of building a business on top of open source technologies and the many surprising benefits of competition. Wed, 13 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/olson131113.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-11-13T00:00:00Z 00:59:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no big data, data storage, open source, competition, scale Cloudera Co-Founder Mike Olson shares his insights on the present landscape and possible future of big data and the data management industry. In conversation with Ping Li of Accel Partners, Olson also discusses the advantages of building a business on ... Cloudera Co-Founder Mike Olson shares his insights on the present landscape and possible future of big data and the data management industry. In conversation with Ping Li of Accel Partners, Olson also discusses the advantages of building a business on top of open source technologies and the many surprising benefits of competition. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3177 Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of charity: water, shares his entrepreneurial path from a life of pure self-interest to one driven by a desire to bring clean water to millions. In this compelling talk, Harrison shares his interest and approach in re-inventing the charity sector, along with the powerful stories of those affected by his organization's work. Wed, 6 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/harrison131106.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-11-06T00:00:00Z 01:01:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no social entrepreneurship, charity, business models, costs, Africa, fundraising, social work, Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of charity: water, shares his entrepreneurial path from a life of pure self-interest to one driven by a desire to bring clean water to millions. In this compelling talk, Harrison shares his interest and approach in re-in... Scott Harrison, founder and CEO of charity: water, shares his entrepreneurial path from a life of pure self-interest to one driven by a desire to bring clean water to millions. In this compelling talk, Harrison shares his interest and approach in re-inventing the charity sector, along with the powerful stories of those affected by his organization's work. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3176 Ashoka Founder Bill Drayton shares new ideas on how the world can transition to a place where everyone is a contributing change-maker. Drayton also sits down in conversation with Stanford Professor Tina Seelig to discuss critical skills for changemakers, the possibilities for collaborative entrepreneurship, and the importance of giving yourself permission to make change. Wed, 30 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/drayton131030.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-10-30T00:00:00Z 01:03:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no social entrepreneurship, change, innovation, policy, learn by doing, skills, youth, culture, empathy, collaborative entrepreneurship, patterns, frameworks Ashoka Founder Bill Drayton shares new ideas on how the world can transition to a place where everyone is a contributing change-maker. Drayton also sits down in conversation with Stanford Professor Tina Seelig to discuss critical skills for changemaker... Ashoka Founder Bill Drayton shares new ideas on how the world can transition to a place where everyone is a contributing change-maker. Drayton also sits down in conversation with Stanford Professor Tina Seelig to discuss critical skills for changemakers, the possibilities for collaborative entrepreneurship, and the importance of giving yourself permission to make change. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3175 Steve Teig, president and CTO of Tabula, believes entrepreneurs get the most from life by committing fully to "making work you love." In this expansive talk, Teig shares how to turn fear into a superpower, and weaves together insights from his career to explain the importance of always striving and why life is too short to not work with nice people. Wed, 23 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/teig131023.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-10-23T00:00:00Z 00:59:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no innovation, microprocessors, technology, hardware, learning, serial entrepreneur, teams, Steve Teig, president and CTO of Tabula, believes entrepreneurs get the most from life by committing fully to "making work you love." In this expansive talk, Teig shares how to turn fear into a superpower, and weaves together insights from his career t... Steve Teig, president and CTO of Tabula, believes entrepreneurs get the most from life by committing fully to "making work you love." In this expansive talk, Teig shares how to turn fear into a superpower, and weaves together insights from his career to explain the importance of always striving and why life is too short to not work with nice people. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3174 Cyriac Roeding, co-founder and CEO of mobile app company Shopkick, shares personal stories and insights on dealing with the essential questions facing entrepreneurs. He also provides unique perspectives on the nature of mobile interaction, and offers essential tips for building truly awesome teams. Wed, 16 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/roeding131016.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-10-16T00:00:00Z 00:59:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no mobile, design, interaction, partners, funding, teams, business models, risk, experience Cyriac Roeding, co-founder and CEO of mobile app company Shopkick, shares personal stories and insights on dealing with the essential questions facing entrepreneurs. He also provides unique perspectives on the nature of mobile interaction, and offers e... Cyriac Roeding, co-founder and CEO of mobile app company Shopkick, shares personal stories and insights on dealing with the essential questions facing entrepreneurs. He also provides unique perspectives on the nature of mobile interaction, and offers essential tips for building truly awesome teams. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3173 Padmasree Warrior, Cisco's chief technology and strategy officer, offers a vision of how value will be created as the magnitude of technology change rapidly increases. Warrior also touches on balancing analytical and empathetic leadership, cultivating a culture of innovation at enterprise scale, and how the Internet of Everything will shape the future of individuals and organizations. Wed, 9 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/warrior131009.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-10-09T00:00:00Z 00:55:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no innovation, sensors, connectivity, mobile, leadership, mergers, acquisitions, teams, networking, Internet, engineering Padmasree Warrior, Cisco's chief technology and strategy officer, offers a vision of how value will be created as the magnitude of technology change rapidly increases. Warrior also touches on balancing analytical and empathetic leadership, cultivating ... Padmasree Warrior, Cisco's chief technology and strategy officer, offers a vision of how value will be created as the magnitude of technology change rapidly increases. Warrior also touches on balancing analytical and empathetic leadership, cultivating a culture of innovation at enterprise scale, and how the Internet of Everything will shape the future of individuals and organizations. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3172 Serial entrepreneur Dr. Matthew Rabinowitz discusses how letting go of ego can empower entrepreneurs to solve problems that change the quality of life. As the founder of molecular diagnostics company Natera, Rabinowitz also shares unique financing insights, the value of being irreverent, and ways to manage your entrepreneurial destiny for as long possible. Wed, 2 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rabinowitz131002.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-10-02T00:00:00Z 00:58:17 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no problem solving, opportunity identification, opportunity evaluation, financing, fundraising, research, attitude, relationships, liquidity, investors, biotech Serial entrepreneur Dr. Matthew Rabinowitz discusses how letting go of ego can empower entrepreneurs to solve problems that change the quality of life. As the founder of molecular diagnostics company Natera, Rabinowitz also shares unique financing insi... Serial entrepreneur Dr. Matthew Rabinowitz discusses how letting go of ego can empower entrepreneurs to solve problems that change the quality of life. As the founder of molecular diagnostics company Natera, Rabinowitz also shares unique financing insights, the value of being irreverent, and ways to manage your entrepreneurial destiny for as long possible. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3120 Magic experience designer Ferdinando Buscema brings an engineer's background and a performer's flair to this call to all entrepreneurs to think like a magician to achieve the impossible. Drawing from a rich variety of sources including psychology, the arts, and magic performance, Buscema illustrates a new leadership archetype for the 21st century. Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/buscema130529.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-05-29T00:00:00Z 00:54:18 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no relationship, experience, design, engagement, leadership, management, storytelling Magic experience designer Ferdinando Buscema brings an engineer's background and a performer's flair to this call to all entrepreneurs to think like a magician to achieve the impossible. Drawing from a rich variety of sources including psychology, the ... Magic experience designer Ferdinando Buscema brings an engineer's background and a performer's flair to this call to all entrepreneurs to think like a magician to achieve the impossible. Drawing from a rich variety of sources including psychology, the arts, and magic performance, Buscema illustrates a new leadership archetype for the 21st century. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3119 Director of Engineering Jocelyn Goldfein takes us on a trip inside the innovative culture of Facebook. In this illuminating conversation with STVP Executive Director Tina Seelig, Goldfein explains why code wins arguments, employees must have the right to take risks, and how Facebook strives to remain a hungry, yet humble, company. Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/goldfein130522.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-05-22T00:00:00Z 01:01:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no facebook, innovation, engineering, code, product, hiring, teams, culture, software Director of Engineering Jocelyn Goldfein takes us on a trip inside the innovative culture of Facebook. In this illuminating conversation with STVP Executive Director Tina Seelig, Goldfein explains why code wins arguments, employees must have the right ... Director of Engineering Jocelyn Goldfein takes us on a trip inside the innovative culture of Facebook. In this illuminating conversation with STVP Executive Director Tina Seelig, Goldfein explains why code wins arguments, employees must have the right to take risks, and how Facebook strives to remain a hungry, yet humble, company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3118 Imagine trying to bring entrepreneurship education to one of the most challenging environments in the world: San Quentin State Prison in California. In this powerful talk and interview, The Last Mile Co-Founders Chris Redlitz and Beverly Parenti, along with program graduate Heracio Harts, discuss the benefits of commitment and entrepreneurial thinking in supporting individuals to make the successful transition from prison to living productive lives in society. Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/redlitz130515.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-05-15T00:00:00Z 00:57:41 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no passion, commitment, social entrepreneurship, skills, training, government Imagine trying to bring entrepreneurship education to one of the most challenging environments in the world: San Quentin State Prison in California. In this powerful talk and interview, The Last Mile Co-Founders Chris Redlitz and Beverly Parenti, along... Imagine trying to bring entrepreneurship education to one of the most challenging environments in the world: San Quentin State Prison in California. In this powerful talk and interview, The Last Mile Co-Founders Chris Redlitz and Beverly Parenti, along with program graduate Heracio Harts, discuss the benefits of commitment and entrepreneurial thinking in supporting individuals to make the successful transition from prison to living productive lives in society. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3117 Asana Co-Founder Justin Rosenstein shares the philosophy and experiences that drive him to create positive impact on the world. Rosenstein also unpacks the values Asana focuses on in creating a thriving culture and offers ways for leaders and individuals to effectively manage their personal psychology. Wed, 8 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rosenstein130508.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-05-08T00:00:00Z 00:58:26 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no transparency, commitment, passion, founder, context, software, enterprise, culture, teams, employees, management Asana Co-Founder Justin Rosenstein shares the philosophy and experiences that drive him to create positive impact on the world. Rosenstein also unpacks the values Asana focuses on in creating a thriving culture and offers ways for leaders and individua... Asana Co-Founder Justin Rosenstein shares the philosophy and experiences that drive him to create positive impact on the world. Rosenstein also unpacks the values Asana focuses on in creating a thriving culture and offers ways for leaders and individuals to effectively manage their personal psychology. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3116 Kate Mitchell, managing director of Scale Venture Partners, demonstrates why an optimistic, but realistic mindset is a central key for successful entrepreneurs. Mitchell also challenges entrepreneurs to play an active role in civic life by actively telling their stories to affect policy at the national and international level. Wed, 1 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mitchell130501.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-05-01T00:00:00Z 00:59:41 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no venture capital, purpose, policy, experience, finance, banking, perspective Kate Mitchell, managing director of Scale Venture Partners, demonstrates why an optimistic, but realistic mindset is a central key for successful entrepreneurs. Mitchell also challenges entrepreneurs to play an active role in civic life by actively tel... Kate Mitchell, managing director of Scale Venture Partners, demonstrates why an optimistic, but realistic mindset is a central key for successful entrepreneurs. Mitchell also challenges entrepreneurs to play an active role in civic life by actively telling their stories to affect policy at the national and international level. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3115 Pulse Co-Founders Akshay Kothari and Ankit Gupta were curious Stanford graduate students always interested in taking on side projects to learn something new. In this light-hearted and insightful lecture, Kothari and Gupta discuss their experiences integrating what they learned into developing an elegant product, which eventually led to their startup's acquisition by LinkedIn. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/pulse130424.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-04-24T00:00:00Z 01:01:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no product, product design, time, focus, culture, co-founders, applications, apps, content Pulse Co-Founders Akshay Kothari and Ankit Gupta were curious Stanford graduate students always interested in taking on side projects to learn something new. In this light-hearted and insightful lecture, Kothari and Gupta discuss their experiences inte... Pulse Co-Founders Akshay Kothari and Ankit Gupta were curious Stanford graduate students always interested in taking on side projects to learn something new. In this light-hearted and insightful lecture, Kothari and Gupta discuss their experiences integrating what they learned into developing an elegant product, which eventually led to their startup's acquisition by LinkedIn. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3114 MobiSocial Founder and Stanford Computer Science Professor Monica Lam offers a compelling case for why mobile can disrupt the social space to create genuine and frictionless experiences. Lam discusses the importance of cross-platform capability and the high potential for open, non-proprietary systems for communication. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lam130417.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-04-17T00:00:00Z 01:01:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no mobile, social, interaction, applications, apps, computing, telecommunications MobiSocial Founder and Stanford Computer Science Professor Monica Lam offers a compelling case for why mobile can disrupt the social space to create genuine and frictionless experiences. Lam discusses the importance of cross-platform capability and the... MobiSocial Founder and Stanford Computer Science Professor Monica Lam offers a compelling case for why mobile can disrupt the social space to create genuine and frictionless experiences. Lam discusses the importance of cross-platform capability and the high potential for open, non-proprietary systems for communication. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3113 Based on his continuing exploration of the decision making process under opaque circumstances, Nassim Taleb, author of The Black Swan and Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder, shares how the benefits of random conditions can be successfully harvested to help navigate a world we do not fully understand. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/taleb130410.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-04-10T00:00:00Z 00:52:47 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no convexity, theory, financial markets, finance, options, luck, experimentation, opportunity, failure Based on his continuing exploration of the decision making process under opaque circumstances, Nassim Taleb, author of The Black Swan and Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder, shares how the benefits of random conditions can be successfully harv... Based on his continuing exploration of the decision making process under opaque circumstances, Nassim Taleb, author of The Black Swan and Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder, shares how the benefits of random conditions can be successfully harvested to help navigate a world we do not fully understand. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3054 Sharing inspirations from both innovative companies and works of art, entrepreneur and technology sage Tim O'Reilly weaves together a series of thoughtful lessons for startups. From rethinking workflows and experiences to the valuable role of idealism in business, O'Reilly makes the case for entrepreneurs to work on the hard problems that matter. Wed, 6 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/oreilly130306.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-03-06T00:00:00Z 01:00:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no hardware, software, network effects, value, technology, values, innovation, purpose, experience design Sharing inspirations from both innovative companies and works of art, entrepreneur and technology sage Tim O'Reilly weaves together a series of thoughtful lessons for startups. From rethinking workflows and experiences to the valuable role of idealism ... Sharing inspirations from both innovative companies and works of art, entrepreneur and technology sage Tim O'Reilly weaves together a series of thoughtful lessons for startups. From rethinking workflows and experiences to the valuable role of idealism in business, O'Reilly makes the case for entrepreneurs to work on the hard problems that matter. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3053 The co-founders of Skybox Imaging, Dan Berkenstock, Julian Mann, John Fenwick and Ching-Yu Hu, realized early on they had one thing in common: they don't take no for an answer. Here the team of Stanford alumni explain their passion to disrupt the satellite imaging industry and share engaging tales of launching their unique venture. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/skybox130227.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-02-27T00:00:00Z 00:59:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no space, big data, government, aerospace, images, co-founders, Stanford, The co-founders of Skybox Imaging, Dan Berkenstock, Julian Mann, John Fenwick and Ching-Yu Hu, realized early on they had one thing in common: they don't take no for an answer. Here the team of Stanford alumni explain their passion to disrupt the satel... The co-founders of Skybox Imaging, Dan Berkenstock, Julian Mann, John Fenwick and Ching-Yu Hu, realized early on they had one thing in common: they don't take no for an answer. Here the team of Stanford alumni explain their passion to disrupt the satellite imaging industry and share engaging tales of launching their unique venture. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3052 Stephen Cohen reflects on his journey from Stanford computer science student to co-founding and building Palantir Technologies. Cohen extolls the joys of hacking projects in school, shares thoughts on the future relationship between man and machine, and shares stories from the colorful early history of Palantir. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cohen130220.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-02-20T00:00:00Z 00:47:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no natural language processing, big data, enterprise, team composition, hiring, software, government, Stanford, product development Stephen Cohen reflects on his journey from Stanford computer science student to co-founding and building Palantir Technologies. Cohen extolls the joys of hacking projects in school, shares thoughts on the future relationship between man and machine, an... Stephen Cohen reflects on his journey from Stanford computer science student to co-founding and building Palantir Technologies. Cohen extolls the joys of hacking projects in school, shares thoughts on the future relationship between man and machine, and shares stories from the colorful early history of Palantir. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3051 Illuminate Ventures Founder Cindy Padnos talks candidly with Stanford Consulting Professor Tom Kosnik about the value of leveraging advisor relationships, the sometimes surprising responsibilities of a CEO, and the fundamental differences between the roles of entrepreneur and venture capitalist. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/padnos130213.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-02-13T00:00:00Z 00:56:48 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no enterprise, software, investment, advisors, relationships Illuminate Ventures Founder Cindy Padnos talks candidly with Stanford Consulting Professor Tom Kosnik about the value of leveraging advisor relationships, the sometimes surprising responsibilities of a CEO, and the fundamental differences between the r... Illuminate Ventures Founder Cindy Padnos talks candidly with Stanford Consulting Professor Tom Kosnik about the value of leveraging advisor relationships, the sometimes surprising responsibilities of a CEO, and the fundamental differences between the roles of entrepreneur and venture capitalist. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3050 In this lively presentation, Tim Draper, managing director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares his global experiences funding entrepreneurial heroes who "break down walls." Draper shares attributes that support viable entrepreneurial environments, and encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to attack established monopolies and to never fear making mistakes. Wed, 6 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/draper130206.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-02-06T00:00:00Z 00:56:35 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no globalization, passion, crowd funding, crowd sourcing, markets, characteristics, attitude In this lively presentation, Tim Draper, managing director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares his global experiences funding entrepreneurial heroes who "break down walls." Draper shares attributes that support viable entrepreneurial environments, and e... In this lively presentation, Tim Draper, managing director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, shares his global experiences funding entrepreneurial heroes who "break down walls." Draper shares attributes that support viable entrepreneurial environments, and encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to attack established monopolies and to never fear making mistakes. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3049 Entrepreneur and investor John Lilly makes a sound pitch for why this moment in time is full of promise for passionate entrepreneurs willing to charge into the current white space of opportunity. Lilly also explains the idiosyncratic nature of investors and the goal of creating large, durable companies with the capacity to change the world. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lilly130130.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-01-30T00:00:00Z 01:00:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes opportunity, computing, consumer internet, internet, investors, product, browsers, career, future Entrepreneur and investor John Lilly makes a sound pitch for why this moment in time is full of promise for passionate entrepreneurs willing to charge into the current white space of opportunity. Lilly also explains the idiosyncratic nature of investor... Entrepreneur and investor John Lilly makes a sound pitch for why this moment in time is full of promise for passionate entrepreneurs willing to charge into the current white space of opportunity. Lilly also explains the idiosyncratic nature of investors and the goal of creating large, durable companies with the capacity to change the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3048 Steven McCormick, president of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, discusses the value and continued need of an entrepreneurial approach in the philanthropic sector. McCormick also shares lessons learned on staying obsessively focused on outcomes, the critical need to measure success, and how to create change by being a 'positive deviant' inside organizations. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mccormick130123.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-01-23T00:00:00Z 00:59:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes change, philanthropy, funding, management, leadership, mission Steven McCormick, president of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, discusses the value and continued need of an entrepreneurial approach in the philanthropic sector. McCormick also shares lessons learned on staying obsessively focused on outcomes, t... Steven McCormick, president of the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, discusses the value and continued need of an entrepreneurial approach in the philanthropic sector. McCormick also shares lessons learned on staying obsessively focused on outcomes, the critical need to measure success, and how to create change by being a 'positive deviant' inside organizations. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=3047 Surgeon, inventor and entrepreneur Dr. Hank Wuh shares examples of how his firm, Skai Ventures, based in Hawaii, takes a hands-on approach to launching high-growth businesses. Wuh explores the challenges of identifying disruptive innovations that are commercially viable and building profitable companies that aim to do good in the world. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/wuh130116.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2013-01-16T00:00:00Z 00:49:32 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no healthcare, innovation, materials, services, accelerator, medicine, hawaii, problem solving Surgeon, inventor and entrepreneur Dr. Hank Wuh shares examples of how his firm, Skai Ventures, based in Hawaii, takes a hands-on approach to launching high-growth businesses. Wuh explores the challenges of identifying disruptive innovations that are c... Surgeon, inventor and entrepreneur Dr. Hank Wuh shares examples of how his firm, Skai Ventures, based in Hawaii, takes a hands-on approach to launching high-growth businesses. Wuh explores the challenges of identifying disruptive innovations that are commercially viable and building profitable companies that aim to do good in the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2998 Sue Siegel, CEO of GE's healthymagination unit, offers sound advice from her experiences commercializing new technologies and innovations in the fields of biomedicine and healthcare. Siegel also explains how innovation is created in organizations of all sizes, how values impact the quality of team performance, and ways for evaluating career decisions. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/siegel121128.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-11-28T00:00:00Z 01:03:34 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no decisions, healthcare, innovation, biomedicine, teams, values, change, accountability, management, leadership Sue Siegel, CEO of GE's healthymagination unit, offers sound advice from her experiences commercializing new technologies and innovations in the fields of biomedicine and healthcare. Siegel also explains how innovation is created in organizations of al... Sue Siegel, CEO of GE's healthymagination unit, offers sound advice from her experiences commercializing new technologies and innovations in the fields of biomedicine and healthcare. Siegel also explains how innovation is created in organizations of all sizes, how values impact the quality of team performance, and ways for evaluating career decisions. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2997 Through stories of creating meaningful impact around the world, Melinda Gates explains how the Gates Foundation seeks to solve global challenges through innovation in the areas of health and education. Gates also shares life experiences and insights gained on working with others, pursuing life passions, and being committed to volunteerism. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/gates121114.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-11-14T00:00:00Z 00:57:31 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no health, education, passion, relationships, change, impact, foundations, collaboration, global Through stories of creating meaningful impact around the world, Melinda Gates explains how the Gates Foundation seeks to solve global challenges through innovation in the areas of health and education. Gates also shares life experiences and insights ga... Through stories of creating meaningful impact around the world, Melinda Gates explains how the Gates Foundation seeks to solve global challenges through innovation in the areas of health and education. Gates also shares life experiences and insights gained on working with others, pursuing life passions, and being committed to volunteerism. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2996 In this insightful conversation with investor Peter Fenton of Benchmark Capital, Polyvore CEO and co-founder Jess Lee talks about her personal and professional transition from working at a large organization to a becoming an entrepreneurial, first-time CEO. Fenton and Lee also examine the priorities of the CEO role, founder and investor relations, and creating the right team to build the product. Wed, 7 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lee121107.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-11-07T00:00:00Z 00:56:54 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no CEO, management, communities, social commerce, e-commerce, leadership, team building, priorities, In this insightful conversation with investor Peter Fenton of Benchmark Capital, Polyvore CEO and co-founder Jess Lee talks about her personal and professional transition from working at a large organization to a becoming an entrepreneurial, first-time... In this insightful conversation with investor Peter Fenton of Benchmark Capital, Polyvore CEO and co-founder Jess Lee talks about her personal and professional transition from working at a large organization to a becoming an entrepreneurial, first-time CEO. Fenton and Lee also examine the priorities of the CEO role, founder and investor relations, and creating the right team to build the product. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2995 Drawing on a decade of research and interviews with company founders, Harvard Business School Associate Professor Noam Wasserman explores many of the momentous early decisions and pitfalls faced by entrepreneurs and investors. Wasserman outlines paths and options for founders, with an emphasis on the frequently challenging people issues that can inhibit startup success. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/wasserman121031.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-10-31T00:00:00Z 01:06:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no decisions, founder, startups, research, investors, control, co-founders Drawing on a decade of research and interviews with company founders, Harvard Business School Associate Professor Noam Wasserman explores many of the momentous early decisions and pitfalls faced by entrepreneurs and investors. Wasserman outlines paths ... Drawing on a decade of research and interviews with company founders, Harvard Business School Associate Professor Noam Wasserman explores many of the momentous early decisions and pitfalls faced by entrepreneurs and investors. Wasserman outlines paths and options for founders, with an emphasis on the frequently challenging people issues that can inhibit startup success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2994 This special presentation features a panel of Stanford alumni reflecting on their personal entrepreneurial experiences at Stanford and in the vibrant Silicon Valley ecosystem. This conversation follows a presentation of remarkable results from the Stanford Innovation Survey, measuring the economic impact of Stanford alumni engaged in entrepreneurial activity. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/panel121024.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-10-24T00:00:00Z 01:00:14 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stanford, entrepreneurship, economic development, education, Silicon Valley, innovation, ecosystems, research This special presentation features a panel of Stanford alumni reflecting on their personal entrepreneurial experiences at Stanford and in the vibrant Silicon Valley ecosystem. This conversation follows a presentation of remarkable results from the Stan... This special presentation features a panel of Stanford alumni reflecting on their personal entrepreneurial experiences at Stanford and in the vibrant Silicon Valley ecosystem. This conversation follows a presentation of remarkable results from the Stanford Innovation Survey, measuring the economic impact of Stanford alumni engaged in entrepreneurial activity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2993 Venture capitalist Geoff Yang challenges entrepreneurs to "think huge" and to complete the due diligence necessary to understand markets they plan to enter. Yang dispels myths about relationships between founders and investors and encourages new entrepreneurs to be thoughtful about taking on outside capital and engaging venture capitalists. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/yang121017.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-10-17T00:00:00Z 01:00:45 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no venture capital, markets, investors, founders, vision, passion, conviction Venture capitalist Geoff Yang challenges entrepreneurs to "think huge" and to complete the due diligence necessary to understand markets they plan to enter. Yang dispels myths about relationships between founders and investors and encourages new entrep... Venture capitalist Geoff Yang challenges entrepreneurs to "think huge" and to complete the due diligence necessary to understand markets they plan to enter. Yang dispels myths about relationships between founders and investors and encourages new entrepreneurs to be thoughtful about taking on outside capital and engaging venture capitalists. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2991 Debunking charisma as being purely innate or magical, Olivia Fox Cabane reveals how specific behaviors of presence, power and warmth can help individuals to develop their personal charisma. The author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Charisma-Myth-Personal-Magnetism/dp/1591844568%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJF644NLBAQOVXYTQ%26tag%3Decorner-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D1591844568" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Charisma Myth</a> also shares anecdotes and research that illustrate how elements of charisma are learned, interpreted and impact relationships. Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/cabane121010.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-10-10T00:00:00Z 00:45:32 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no charisma, relationships, power, leadership, skill building, communication, meetings Debunking charisma as being purely innate or magical, Olivia Fox Cabane reveals how specific behaviors of presence, power and warmth can help individuals to develop their personal charisma. The author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Charisma-Myth... Debunking charisma as being purely innate or magical, Olivia Fox Cabane reveals how specific behaviors of presence, power and warmth can help individuals to develop their personal charisma. The author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Charisma-Myth-Personal-Magnetism/dp/1591844568%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJF644NLBAQOVXYTQ%26tag%3Decorner-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3D1591844568" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Charisma Myth</a> also shares anecdotes and research that illustrate how elements of charisma are learned, interpreted and impact relationships. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2992 Co-Founders Ge Wang and Jeff Smith share how their passion for music and technology discovered its full voice in the founding of Smule, whose applications seek to liberate the musician in everyone. Wang emphasizes how technology should enable human connection and reaction, and Smith shares insights on the mobile space and the importance of product focus. Wed, 3 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/smule121003.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-10-03T00:00:00Z 00:57:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes applications, co-founders, mobile, business models, recruiting, customer experience, consumer Internet, apps Co-Founders Ge Wang and Jeff Smith share how their passion for music and technology discovered its full voice in the founding of Smule, whose applications seek to liberate the musician in everyone. Wang emphasizes how technology should enable human con... Co-Founders Ge Wang and Jeff Smith share how their passion for music and technology discovered its full voice in the founding of Smule, whose applications seek to liberate the musician in everyone. Wang emphasizes how technology should enable human connection and reaction, and Smith shares insights on the mobile space and the importance of product focus. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2932 Co-Founder Drew Houston shares personal moments from starting the cloud-based file storage service Dropbox. Houston touches on the importance of persevering through early challenges at a startup, selecting the right co-founder, and focusing on solving problems to maximize customer happiness. Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/houston120530.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-05-30T00:00:00Z 00:58:48 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no cloud computing, founders, startup, challenges, services Co-Founder Drew Houston shares personal moments from starting the cloud-based file storage service Dropbox. Houston touches on the importance of persevering through early challenges at a startup, selecting the right co-founder, and focusing on solving ... Co-Founder Drew Houston shares personal moments from starting the cloud-based file storage service Dropbox. Houston touches on the importance of persevering through early challenges at a startup, selecting the right co-founder, and focusing on solving problems to maximize customer happiness. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2931 Adam Lashinsky, Fortune senior editor-at-large, shares an insider look at Apple, one of the world's most iconic and secretive companies. Based on his research into the technology giant's internal processes and approaches to leadership and building products, Lashinsky offers insights and surprises from his book, <i>Inside Apple: How America's Most Admired--and Secretive--Company Really Works</i>. Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lashinsky120523.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-05-23T00:00:00Z 00:58:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Apple, secrets, organization, leadership, strategy, marketing, Steve Jobs, management Adam Lashinsky, Fortune senior editor-at-large, shares an insider look at Apple, one of the world's most iconic and secretive companies. Based on his research into the technology giant's internal processes and approaches to leadership and building prod... Adam Lashinsky, Fortune senior editor-at-large, shares an insider look at Apple, one of the world's most iconic and secretive companies. Based on his research into the technology giant's internal processes and approaches to leadership and building products, Lashinsky offers insights and surprises from his book, <i>Inside Apple: How America's Most Admired--and Secretive--Company Really Works</i>. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2930 Daniel Ek, founder of digital music service, Spotify, is driven by a desire to solve interesting problems. In this fascinating lecture, moderated by KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Ek shares his thoughts on leadership, collaboration, and a laser-focus on building truly great products. Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ek120516.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-05-16T00:00:00Z 01:00:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Daniel Ek, founder of digital music service, Spotify, is driven by a desire to solve interesting problems. In this fascinating lecture, moderated by KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Ek shares his thoughts on leadership, collaboration, and a laser-focus on buildin... Daniel Ek, founder of digital music service, Spotify, is driven by a desire to solve interesting problems. In this fascinating lecture, moderated by KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Ek shares his thoughts on leadership, collaboration, and a laser-focus on building truly great products. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2929 HarperCollins President and CEO Brian Murray discusses the shifting economics of publishing and how his company, which launches 12 new products per day, is working to succeed in this disruptive period. In conversation with STVP Executive Director Dr. Tina Seelig, Murray also talks about issues of digital rights management, his company's willingness to explore new business models, and how HarperCollins manages relationships with other major players in the space. Wed, 9 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/murray120509.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-05-09T00:00:00Z 00:59:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no publishing, business models, Amazon, products, economics, disruption HarperCollins President and CEO Brian Murray discusses the shifting economics of publishing and how his company, which launches 12 new products per day, is working to succeed in this disruptive period. In conversation with STVP Executive Director Dr. T... HarperCollins President and CEO Brian Murray discusses the shifting economics of publishing and how his company, which launches 12 new products per day, is working to succeed in this disruptive period. In conversation with STVP Executive Director Dr. Tina Seelig, Murray also talks about issues of digital rights management, his company's willingness to explore new business models, and how HarperCollins manages relationships with other major players in the space. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2928 This special lecture offers insights from two leaders creating impact through entrepreneurship. Founder Elizabeth Samara-Rubio explains how her company, StorWatts, aims to provide distributed energy storage to millions around the world, while YouNoodle entrepreneur Rebeca Hwang tells stories of her early field experiences which formed her passion for social entrepreneurship. Wed, 2 May 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hwang120502.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-05-02T00:00:00Z 00:56:41 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no social entrepreneurship, energy This special lecture offers insights from two leaders creating impact through entrepreneurship. Founder Elizabeth Samara-Rubio explains how her company, StorWatts, aims to provide distributed energy storage to millions around the world, while YouNoodle... This special lecture offers insights from two leaders creating impact through entrepreneurship. Founder Elizabeth Samara-Rubio explains how her company, StorWatts, aims to provide distributed energy storage to millions around the world, while YouNoodle entrepreneur Rebeca Hwang tells stories of her early field experiences which formed her passion for social entrepreneurship. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2926 Acclaimed film and television producer Gale Anne Hurd knows what it takes to build a career from scratch in a tough industry. Hurd describes her path from entry-level roles in the entertainment industry to becoming a leader in the Hollywood community, based on taking chances, making yourself indispensable and staying committed to what you love. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hurd120418.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-04-18T00:00:00Z 00:57:01 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no hollywood, film, entertainment, career, tenacity Acclaimed film and television producer Gale Anne Hurd knows what it takes to build a career from scratch in a tough industry. Hurd describes her path from entry-level roles in the entertainment industry to becoming a leader in the Hollywood community, ... Acclaimed film and television producer Gale Anne Hurd knows what it takes to build a career from scratch in a tough industry. Hurd describes her path from entry-level roles in the entertainment industry to becoming a leader in the Hollywood community, based on taking chances, making yourself indispensable and staying committed to what you love. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2925 Entrepreneur and successful executive Jeff Church founded Nika Water to create a thriving social enterprise that supports clean water projects in impoverished countries. In this inspiring lecture, Church lays out his motivations for striking out on his own, the challenges of the global water crisis and the essential lessons aspiring entrepreneurs need to learn. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/church120411.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-04-11T00:00:00Z 00:55:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no social entrepreneurship, water, global, social enterprise, consumer products, NGOs, poverty Entrepreneur and successful executive Jeff Church founded Nika Water to create a thriving social enterprise that supports clean water projects in impoverished countries. In this inspiring lecture, Church lays out his motivations for striking out on his... Entrepreneur and successful executive Jeff Church founded Nika Water to create a thriving social enterprise that supports clean water projects in impoverished countries. In this inspiring lecture, Church lays out his motivations for striking out on his own, the challenges of the global water crisis and the essential lessons aspiring entrepreneurs need to learn. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2868 In this special lecture, mother and son serial entrepreneurs Sandra and Andy Kurtzig share smart reasons for starting companies that matter. Sandra Kurtzig outlines similarities and differences between her previous ventures and her current company, Kenandy. Andy Kurtzig discusses his company, JustAnswer, and key lessons for entrepreneurs. Wed, 7 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kurtzig120307.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-03-07T00:00:00Z 00:48:44 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no companies, manufacturing, lessons learned In this special lecture, mother and son serial entrepreneurs Sandra and Andy Kurtzig share smart reasons for starting companies that matter. Sandra Kurtzig outlines similarities and differences between her previous ventures and her current company, Ken... In this special lecture, mother and son serial entrepreneurs Sandra and Andy Kurtzig share smart reasons for starting companies that matter. Sandra Kurtzig outlines similarities and differences between her previous ventures and her current company, Kenandy. Andy Kurtzig discusses his company, JustAnswer, and key lessons for entrepreneurs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2867 Former U.S. Undersecretary of Energy Kristina Johnson discusses the empowering experiences of her life and career in academia, government and private industry. In a conversation with STVP's Tina Seelig, Johnson identifies the strengths of each of these areas to affect change and innovation, and offers lessons in leading a life that can capitalize on new opportunities. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/johnson120229.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-02-29T00:00:00Z 01:00:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no energy, innovation, change, academia, government, policy Former U.S. Undersecretary of Energy Kristina Johnson discusses the empowering experiences of her life and career in academia, government and private industry. In a conversation with STVP's Tina Seelig, Johnson identifies the strengths of each of these... Former U.S. Undersecretary of Energy Kristina Johnson discusses the empowering experiences of her life and career in academia, government and private industry. In a conversation with STVP's Tina Seelig, Johnson identifies the strengths of each of these areas to affect change and innovation, and offers lessons in leading a life that can capitalize on new opportunities. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2866 Serial entrepreneur and investor Reid Hoffman encourages individuals to become the entrepreneurs of their own lives. Hoffman shares the importance of taking intelligent risks, building thoughtful networks and continually adapting your skills to navigate a fulfilling career path. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hoffman120222.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-02-22T00:00:00Z 01:01:00 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no career, risks, mindset, competitive difference, skills, career path, networks Serial entrepreneur and investor Reid Hoffman encourages individuals to become the entrepreneurs of their own lives. Hoffman shares the importance of taking intelligent risks, building thoughtful networks and continually adapting your skills to navigat... Serial entrepreneur and investor Reid Hoffman encourages individuals to become the entrepreneurs of their own lives. Hoffman shares the importance of taking intelligent risks, building thoughtful networks and continually adapting your skills to navigate a fulfilling career path. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2865 JOYUS Founder and Chairman Sukhinder Singh Cassidy says entrepreneurs should leverage trademark strengths and lean in all the way when it's time to deliver. In this lecture, Singh Cassidy explores concepts such as defining operational range, using data to support gut beliefs, and developing the big ideas teams and customers can rally around. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/singhcassidy120215.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-02-15T00:00:00Z 01:02:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no product, leadership, strengths, characteristics, commitment, vision, operations, hiring JOYUS Founder and Chairman Sukhinder Singh Cassidy says entrepreneurs should leverage trademark strengths and lean in all the way when it's time to deliver. In this lecture, Singh Cassidy explores concepts such as defining operational range, using data... JOYUS Founder and Chairman Sukhinder Singh Cassidy says entrepreneurs should leverage trademark strengths and lean in all the way when it's time to deliver. In this lecture, Singh Cassidy explores concepts such as defining operational range, using data to support gut beliefs, and developing the big ideas teams and customers can rally around. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2864 Thuuz Co-Founder and CEO Warren Packard appreciates how uncertainty is a constant force in the lives of entrepreneurs. Sharing stories from his career as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, Packard captures how life is a series of decisions made without complete information. He also addresses how his current venture approaches issues of funding and strategic partnerships. Wed, 8 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/packard120208.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-02-08T00:00:00Z 00:58:53 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no uncertainty, apps, consumer Internet, decisions, decision making, life, career, partnerships Thuuz Co-Founder and CEO Warren Packard appreciates how uncertainty is a constant force in the lives of entrepreneurs. Sharing stories from his career as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, Packard captures how life is a series of decisions made wi... Thuuz Co-Founder and CEO Warren Packard appreciates how uncertainty is a constant force in the lives of entrepreneurs. Sharing stories from his career as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, Packard captures how life is a series of decisions made without complete information. He also addresses how his current venture approaches issues of funding and strategic partnerships. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2863 Kauffman Foundation Senior Fellow Ted Zoller challenges Stanford students to engage in entrepreneurship as a practice of action. Based on his research into dealmaker density and network development, Zoller details the power of seizing opportunities and the pathways to developing an entrepreneurial career. Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/zoller120201.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-02-01T00:00:00Z 00:58:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ecosystem, deals, networks, vision, innovation, action, opportunities Kauffman Foundation Senior Fellow Ted Zoller challenges Stanford students to engage in entrepreneurship as a practice of action. Based on his research into dealmaker density and network development, Zoller details the power of seizing opportunities and... Kauffman Foundation Senior Fellow Ted Zoller challenges Stanford students to engage in entrepreneurship as a practice of action. Based on his research into dealmaker density and network development, Zoller details the power of seizing opportunities and the pathways to developing an entrepreneurial career. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2862 Entrepreneur and business model innovator Alexander Osterwalder discusses dynamic, yet simple-to-use tools for visualizing, challenging and re-inventing business models. Osterwalder articulates how to use the visual language of his business model canvas framework, and shares stories of how this approach helps organizations of all sizes to better create, deliver and capture value. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/osterwalder120125.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-01-25T00:00:00Z 00:54:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business models, innovation, value proposition, design, ideation, platform, channels, storytelling, solutions, product, customers, customer feedback, Steve Blank Entrepreneur and business model innovator Alexander Osterwalder discusses dynamic, yet simple-to-use tools for visualizing, challenging and re-inventing business models. Osterwalder articulates how to use the visual language of his business model canva... Entrepreneur and business model innovator Alexander Osterwalder discusses dynamic, yet simple-to-use tools for visualizing, challenging and re-inventing business models. Osterwalder articulates how to use the visual language of his business model canvas framework, and shares stories of how this approach helps organizations of all sizes to better create, deliver and capture value. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2861 Citi Chief Innovation Officer Deborah Hopkins believes now is an incredible time for new companies due to the pace of cultural and technological change. As the head of Citi Ventures, Hopkins leads the banking firm's efforts to invest in companies delivering disruptive technology products. Hopkins shares rules for revolutionary entrepreneurs and describes how Citi's initiatives are shaped by empathy for customers and a commitment to sharing new ideas. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hopkins120118.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2012-01-18T00:00:00Z 00:50:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ventures, banking, empathy, finance, customers Citi Chief Innovation Officer Deborah Hopkins believes now is an incredible time for new companies due to the pace of cultural and technological change. As the head of Citi Ventures, Hopkins leads the banking firm's efforts to invest in companies deliv... Citi Chief Innovation Officer Deborah Hopkins believes now is an incredible time for new companies due to the pace of cultural and technological change. As the head of Citi Ventures, Hopkins leads the banking firm's efforts to invest in companies delivering disruptive technology products. Hopkins shares rules for revolutionary entrepreneurs and describes how Citi's initiatives are shaped by empathy for customers and a commitment to sharing new ideas. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2788 InDinero Founder Jessica Mah discusses the realities of the startup experience, in conversation with STVP faculty member and entrepreneur Steve Blank. Sharing the early successes and missteps for her company, Mah honestly reveals the lessons she continues to learn while directing inDinero's path to success through its commitment to customers. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mah111130.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-11-30T00:00:00Z 00:59:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no startup, challenges, lessons learned, engineers, fundraising, customer development, software InDinero Founder Jessica Mah discusses the realities of the startup experience, in conversation with STVP faculty member and entrepreneur Steve Blank. Sharing the early successes and missteps for her company, Mah honestly reveals the lessons she contin... InDinero Founder Jessica Mah discusses the realities of the startup experience, in conversation with STVP faculty member and entrepreneur Steve Blank. Sharing the early successes and missteps for her company, Mah honestly reveals the lessons she continues to learn while directing inDinero's path to success through its commitment to customers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2787 As a partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Dana Mead supports entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to make major impact through life science technologies and ventures. In this lecture, Mead talks about Venture Capital, offering great insights about Silicon Valley and life as a venture capitalist. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mead111116.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-11-16T00:00:00Z 01:00:36 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no investments, financing, markets, venture capital As a partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Dana Mead supports entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to make major impact through life science technologies and ventures. In this lecture, Mead talks about Venture Capital, offering great insights ab... As a partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Dana Mead supports entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to make major impact through life science technologies and ventures. In this lecture, Mead talks about Venture Capital, offering great insights about Silicon Valley and life as a venture capitalist. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2786 Adam Lowry, co-founder of Method Products, has spent the last decade developing sustainable products that caused major disruption in the consumer goods sector. Lowry offers many of principles that guide Method's path to success and he describes the different obsessions the company keeps to deliver on its promises to customers. Wed, 9 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lowry111109.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-11-09T00:00:00Z 01:02:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Adam Lowry, co-founder of Method Products, has spent the last decade developing sustainable products that caused major disruption in the consumer goods sector. Lowry offers many of principles that guide Method's path to success and he describes the dif... Adam Lowry, co-founder of Method Products, has spent the last decade developing sustainable products that caused major disruption in the consumer goods sector. Lowry offers many of principles that guide Method's path to success and he describes the different obsessions the company keeps to deliver on its promises to customers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2785 In this lecture, Mårten Mickos shares the benefits and challenges involved in building businesses in the open source and cloud computing spaces. As the CEO of Eucalyptus Systems, Mickos identifies a vision for the future of his industry and shares entrepreneurial lessons gained from leading MySQL AB from its startup origins to becoming one of the largest open source companies in the world. Wed, 2 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mickos111102.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-11-02T00:00:00Z 00:59:11 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no open source, scale, cloud computing, company culture In this lecture, Mårten Mickos shares the benefits and challenges involved in building businesses in the open source and cloud computing spaces. As the CEO of Eucalyptus Systems, Mickos identifies a vision for the future of his industry and shares entr... In this lecture, Mårten Mickos shares the benefits and challenges involved in building businesses in the open source and cloud computing spaces. As the CEO of Eucalyptus Systems, Mickos identifies a vision for the future of his industry and shares entrepreneurial lessons gained from leading MySQL AB from its startup origins to becoming one of the largest open source companies in the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2784 As the Co-Founder and CTO of Bespoke Innovations, Scott Summit leads a continuing effort to create products that radically change lives. In this lecture, Summit shares insights from creating customized prosthetic devices using new technologies in nascent markets. He also discusses some of challenges his company faced in discovering a working business model and developing customers. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/summit111026.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-10-26T00:00:00Z 00:58:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no As the Co-Founder and CTO of Bespoke Innovations, Scott Summit leads a continuing effort to create products that radically change lives. In this lecture, Summit shares insights from creating customized prosthetic devices using new technologies in nasce... As the Co-Founder and CTO of Bespoke Innovations, Scott Summit leads a continuing effort to create products that radically change lives. In this lecture, Summit shares insights from creating customized prosthetic devices using new technologies in nascent markets. He also discusses some of challenges his company faced in discovering a working business model and developing customers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2783 Entrepreneur and early-stage investor Brad Feld offers advice and support to aspiring entrepreneurs. Feld, a managing partner at Foundry Group and a co-founder of TechStars, imparts personal experiences on managing your life as an entrepreneur. He also shares some of the defining characteristics his firm looks for in the entrepreneurs they invest in. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/feld111019.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-10-19T00:00:00Z 01:01:18 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes venture capital, passion, investments, accelerator Entrepreneur and early-stage investor Brad Feld offers advice and support to aspiring entrepreneurs. Feld, a managing partner at Foundry Group and a co-founder of TechStars, imparts personal experiences on managing your life as an entrepreneur. He also... Entrepreneur and early-stage investor Brad Feld offers advice and support to aspiring entrepreneurs. Feld, a managing partner at Foundry Group and a co-founder of TechStars, imparts personal experiences on managing your life as an entrepreneur. He also shares some of the defining characteristics his firm looks for in the entrepreneurs they invest in. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2782 Thoughts and influences from early life continue to shape how Evernote CEO Phil Libin embraces his work. In this wide-ranging presentation, Libin shares key beliefs and provocative insights on startups, acquisitions and company exits. Based on his experiences leading multiple ventures from startup to commercial success, Libin urges entrepreneurs to chase dreams they would actually want to spend their life pursuing. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/libin111012.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-10-12T00:00:00Z 01:05:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes startups, vision, impact, acquisitions, software Thoughts and influences from early life continue to shape how Evernote CEO Phil Libin embraces his work. In this wide-ranging presentation, Libin shares key beliefs and provocative insights on startups, acquisitions and company exits. Based on his expe... Thoughts and influences from early life continue to shape how Evernote CEO Phil Libin embraces his work. In this wide-ranging presentation, Libin shares key beliefs and provocative insights on startups, acquisitions and company exits. Based on his experiences leading multiple ventures from startup to commercial success, Libin urges entrepreneurs to chase dreams they would actually want to spend their life pursuing. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2781 David Friedberg, CEO of The Climate Corporation (formerly WeatherBill), discusses the startup process and the challenges faced during the development of his innovative technology company that is changing the insurance sector. Friedberg explores essential components in the entrepreneurial experience, including the need to solve real problems, making meaningful impact, and the value of embracing the grind required in reaching success. Wed, 5 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/friedberg111005.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-10-05T00:00:00Z 01:01:12 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no business development, entrepreneurship, meaning, luck, learning, innovation, problems, data, regulations David Friedberg, CEO of The Climate Corporation (formerly WeatherBill), discusses the startup process and the challenges faced during the development of his innovative technology company that is changing the insurance sector. Friedberg explores essenti... David Friedberg, CEO of The Climate Corporation (formerly WeatherBill), discusses the startup process and the challenges faced during the development of his innovative technology company that is changing the insurance sector. Friedberg explores essential components in the entrepreneurial experience, including the need to solve real problems, making meaningful impact, and the value of embracing the grind required in reaching success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2688 As America's first Chief Technology Officer, Aneesh Chopra focuses on advancing technology and innovation to unlock national economic growth and prosperity. In this inspiring and entertaining lecture, Chopra challenges students and entrepreneurs to take action now to bring innovation to the healthcare, education and government sectors. He also discusses leveraging government's vast open data resources, championing new ideas on immigration policy as it relates to innovation, and supporting American entrepreneurship programs. Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/chopra110525.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-05-25T00:00:00Z 01:00:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no innovation, technology, open data, entrepreneurship, immigration policy, energy, education, government As America's first Chief Technology Officer, Aneesh Chopra focuses on advancing technology and innovation to unlock national economic growth and prosperity. In this inspiring and entertaining lecture, Chopra challenges students and entrepreneurs to tak... As America's first Chief Technology Officer, Aneesh Chopra focuses on advancing technology and innovation to unlock national economic growth and prosperity. In this inspiring and entertaining lecture, Chopra challenges students and entrepreneurs to take action now to bring innovation to the healthcare, education and government sectors. He also discusses leveraging government's vast open data resources, championing new ideas on immigration policy as it relates to innovation, and supporting American entrepreneurship programs. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2687 Wences Casares and Meyer "Micky" Malka are serial entrepreneurs who believe in the fundamental power of partnerships. Empowered by working in close collaboration for years, these co-founders have started multiple companies including Patagon, Lemon Bank and Bling Nation. In this revealing lecture, Casares and Malka describe the value of over-communication, the decision process in making a pivot, and the challenges of entrepreneurial ecosystems outside the United States. Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/casares110518.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-05-18T00:00:00Z 00:59:20 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes partnerships, collaboration, pivot, friendship, founders, relationships Wences Casares and Meyer "Micky" Malka are serial entrepreneurs who believe in the fundamental power of partnerships. Empowered by working in close collaboration for years, these co-founders have started multiple companies including Patagon, Lemon Bank... Wences Casares and Meyer "Micky" Malka are serial entrepreneurs who believe in the fundamental power of partnerships. Empowered by working in close collaboration for years, these co-founders have started multiple companies including Patagon, Lemon Bank and Bling Nation. In this revealing lecture, Casares and Malka describe the value of over-communication, the decision process in making a pivot, and the challenges of entrepreneurial ecosystems outside the United States. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2686 Instagram Co-Founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger challenge many of the myths surrounding startups and the lives of entrepreneurs. Both former Mayfield Fellows with the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Systrom and Krieger share their first-hand experiences of the entrepreneurial process, including identifying good problems to solve and the value in building simple solutions and minimum viable products. Systrom and Krieger also discuss aspects of their co-founder working relationship and their efforts to maintain a balance between work and life. Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/systrom110511.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-05-11T00:00:00Z 00:56:30 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no products, startup, myths, Stanford, mobile, co-founders Instagram Co-Founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger challenge many of the myths surrounding startups and the lives of entrepreneurs. Both former Mayfield Fellows with the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Systrom and Krieger share their first-hand... Instagram Co-Founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger challenge many of the myths surrounding startups and the lives of entrepreneurs. Both former Mayfield Fellows with the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, Systrom and Krieger share their first-hand experiences of the entrepreneurial process, including identifying good problems to solve and the value in building simple solutions and minimum viable products. Systrom and Krieger also discuss aspects of their co-founder working relationship and their efforts to maintain a balance between work and life. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2685 In this high-energy lecture, Geoffrey Moore discusses how companies can build the escape velocity necessary to move beyond the successes and failures of the past. Moore argues that when companies focus too much on performance, they miss out on building the power to become the industry leaders that other companies envy. He shares a hierarchy model through which companies can examine and build power, and examines how product teams can best work to differentiate their company, neutralize the competition, and optimize products and offers. Wed, 4 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/moore110504.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-05-04T00:00:00Z 00:58:08 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no optimization, differentiation, products, competition, innovation, competitive advantage, power In this high-energy lecture, Geoffrey Moore discusses how companies can build the escape velocity necessary to move beyond the successes and failures of the past. Moore argues that when companies focus too much on performance, they miss out on building... In this high-energy lecture, Geoffrey Moore discusses how companies can build the escape velocity necessary to move beyond the successes and failures of the past. Moore argues that when companies focus too much on performance, they miss out on building the power to become the industry leaders that other companies envy. He shares a hierarchy model through which companies can examine and build power, and examines how product teams can best work to differentiate their company, neutralize the competition, and optimize products and offers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2684 As Genentech's Executive Vice President of Research and Early Development, Richard Scheller leads scientists discovering medicines that will significantly impact the lives of patients. In this candid interview, he describes the challenges of his industry, and outlines the required steps for developing products in a heavily regulated environment. Scheller also shares some personal learning curves faced when he elected to leave academic life for a new role in a commercial enterprise. Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/scheller110427.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-04-27T00:00:00Z 01:00:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no drug, products, regulation, business lessons, academia, As Genentech's Executive Vice President of Research and Early Development, Richard Scheller leads scientists discovering medicines that will significantly impact the lives of patients. In this candid interview, he describes the challenges of his indust... As Genentech's Executive Vice President of Research and Early Development, Richard Scheller leads scientists discovering medicines that will significantly impact the lives of patients. In this candid interview, he describes the challenges of his industry, and outlines the required steps for developing products in a heavily regulated environment. Scheller also shares some personal learning curves faced when he elected to leave academic life for a new role in a commercial enterprise. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2683 In this illuminating lecture, bestselling author Ori Brafman explores subtle drivers that can help you spark immediate work, life, and romantic connections. Based on insights from his latest book, <i>Click: The Magic of Instant Connections</i>, Brafman teaches leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs how to make every chance meeting count, using examples from the workplace, collegiate life, and the battlefield. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/brafman110420.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-04-20T00:00:00Z 00:55:38 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no connections, people, culture, leadership, In this illuminating lecture, bestselling author Ori Brafman explores subtle drivers that can help you spark immediate work, life, and romantic connections. Based on insights from his latest book, <i>Click: The Magic of Instant Connections</i>, Brafman... In this illuminating lecture, bestselling author Ori Brafman explores subtle drivers that can help you spark immediate work, life, and romantic connections. Based on insights from his latest book, <i>Click: The Magic of Instant Connections</i>, Brafman teaches leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs how to make every chance meeting count, using examples from the workplace, collegiate life, and the battlefield. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2682 SecondMarket Founder and CEO Barry Silbert thinks his online marketplace for trading alternative assets can play an important role in creating a new model for capital markets. In this lecture, Silbert explains his personal path into entrepreneurship and describes the current growth of his firm, which has drawn attention for trading private stock in companies such as Facebook and Twitter. Silbert also offers reasons for why he thinks current public markets are broken and his vision of a new way forward. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/silbert110413.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-04-13T00:00:00Z 00:54:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no markets, venture, stocks, equity, financing, assets, startup SecondMarket Founder and CEO Barry Silbert thinks his online marketplace for trading alternative assets can play an important role in creating a new model for capital markets. In this lecture, Silbert explains his personal path into entrepreneurship an... SecondMarket Founder and CEO Barry Silbert thinks his online marketplace for trading alternative assets can play an important role in creating a new model for capital markets. In this lecture, Silbert explains his personal path into entrepreneurship and describes the current growth of his firm, which has drawn attention for trading private stock in companies such as Facebook and Twitter. Silbert also offers reasons for why he thinks current public markets are broken and his vision of a new way forward. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2681 In this informative lecture, Conservation International Executive Vice President Jennifer Morris shares her organization's commitment to creating programs to support sustainable development. Morris articulates the importance of developing innovative financing and business models to address ecosystem services and resource management issues. She also describes the entrepreneurial initiatives her organization has built to sustain partnerships between corporate partners and local communities around the globe. Wed, 6 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/morris110406.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-04-06T00:00:00Z 00:53:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no environment, social entrepreneurship, non profit, global, business models, partnerships, water, carbon, markets In this informative lecture, Conservation International Executive Vice President Jennifer Morris shares her organization's commitment to creating programs to support sustainable development. Morris articulates the importance of developing innovative fi... In this informative lecture, Conservation International Executive Vice President Jennifer Morris shares her organization's commitment to creating programs to support sustainable development. Morris articulates the importance of developing innovative financing and business models to address ecosystem services and resource management issues. She also describes the entrepreneurial initiatives her organization has built to sustain partnerships between corporate partners and local communities around the globe. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2597 Entrepreneur and bestselling author Guy Kawasaki shares the secrets to being enchanting and developing influence through the "pillars of enchantment." In this funny and engaging lecture, Kawasaki examines the deep value in being likable, creating trust, and taking empowering action. He also shares keys to telling a great story, overcoming resistance, and enchanting your boss and colleagues. Wed, 2 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kawasaki110302.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-03-02T00:00:00Z 01:02:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no enchantment, story, resistance, technology, presentation, reciprocation, relationships Entrepreneur and bestselling author Guy Kawasaki shares the secrets to being enchanting and developing influence through the "pillars of enchantment." In this funny and engaging lecture, Kawasaki examines the deep value in being likable, creating trust... Entrepreneur and bestselling author Guy Kawasaki shares the secrets to being enchanting and developing influence through the "pillars of enchantment." In this funny and engaging lecture, Kawasaki examines the deep value in being likable, creating trust, and taking empowering action. He also shares keys to telling a great story, overcoming resistance, and enchanting your boss and colleagues. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2596 Bill Gross thrives on turning innovative ideas into pioneering companies. He serves as founder and CEO of Idealab, which started over 75 companies since 1996. In this stimulating lecture, he shares how Idealab continues to bring incredible ideas to market, and his personal insights on starting and running successful organizations. Gross also describes the work of eSolar, a spin-off company of Idealab that works to make solar energy cost-competitive in the global marketplace. Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/gross110223.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-02-23T00:00:00Z 00:56:44 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ideas, energy, technology, acquisition, Bill Gross thrives on turning innovative ideas into pioneering companies. He serves as founder and CEO of Idealab, which started over 75 companies since 1996. In this stimulating lecture, he shares how Idealab continues to bring incredible ideas to mar... Bill Gross thrives on turning innovative ideas into pioneering companies. He serves as founder and CEO of Idealab, which started over 75 companies since 1996. In this stimulating lecture, he shares how Idealab continues to bring incredible ideas to market, and his personal insights on starting and running successful organizations. Gross also describes the work of eSolar, a spin-off company of Idealab that works to make solar energy cost-competitive in the global marketplace. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2595 As CEO of OptiMedica, Mark Forchette guides the company's continuing efforts to successfully deliver innovative medical technologies to market. In this lecture, he shares entrepreneurial lessons learned throughout his career, and discusses the importance of setting objectives and executing tactical plans. Forchette also touches upon the value of thorough preparation and overcoming early failures. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/forchette110216.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-02-16T00:00:00Z 00:57:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no operations, sales, medtech, ophthalmology, lessons, execution, objectives As CEO of OptiMedica, Mark Forchette guides the company's continuing efforts to successfully deliver innovative medical technologies to market. In this lecture, he shares entrepreneurial lessons learned throughout his career, and discusses the importan... As CEO of OptiMedica, Mark Forchette guides the company's continuing efforts to successfully deliver innovative medical technologies to market. In this lecture, he shares entrepreneurial lessons learned throughout his career, and discusses the importance of setting objectives and executing tactical plans. Forchette also touches upon the value of thorough preparation and overcoming early failures. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2594 Square and Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey is an entrepreneur driven by an innate curiosity to create amazing products and services. In this insightful lecture, Dorsey describes his early background and inspirations, the current focuses he keeps as a CEO, and his desire to create memorable experiences and solve problems. Wed, 9 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/dorsey110209.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-02-09T00:00:00Z 01:00:14 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Square and Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey is an entrepreneur driven by an innate curiosity to create amazing products and services. In this insightful lecture, Dorsey describes his early background and inspirations, the current focuses he keeps as a CE... Square and Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey is an entrepreneur driven by an innate curiosity to create amazing products and services. In this insightful lecture, Dorsey describes his early background and inspirations, the current focuses he keeps as a CEO, and his desire to create memorable experiences and solve problems. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2593 UCSF Chancellor Susan Desmond-Hellmann has a track record of fostering environments conducive to innovation, in both the public and private sector. In this engaging lecture, the renowned oncologist shares insights from her career in biotechnology and academia on leading teams, managing risks against rewards, and innovative product development. Desmond-Hellmann also shares her belief as to why entrepreneurs must remain relentless when it comes to pursuing their goals. Wed, 2 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/desmond-hellmann110202.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-02-02T00:00:00Z 00:56:45 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no medtech, biotech, risks, innovation UCSF Chancellor Susan Desmond-Hellmann has a track record of fostering environments conducive to innovation, in both the public and private sector. In this engaging lecture, the renowned oncologist shares insights from her career in biotechnology and a... UCSF Chancellor Susan Desmond-Hellmann has a track record of fostering environments conducive to innovation, in both the public and private sector. In this engaging lecture, the renowned oncologist shares insights from her career in biotechnology and academia on leading teams, managing risks against rewards, and innovative product development. Desmond-Hellmann also shares her belief as to why entrepreneurs must remain relentless when it comes to pursuing their goals. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2592 Calera founder Brent Constantz is an innovator who believes that successful entrepreneurs are the ones who follow through on their original vision. Drawing upon his deep background as a successful serial entrepreneur, Constantz shares his entrepreneurial experiences and discusses many of the competitive and strategic issues facing his current ventures. Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/constantz110126.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-01-26T00:00:00Z 01:00:03 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no cleantech, vision, medtech Calera founder Brent Constantz is an innovator who believes that successful entrepreneurs are the ones who follow through on their original vision. Drawing upon his deep background as a successful serial entrepreneur, Constantz shares his entrepreneuri... Calera founder Brent Constantz is an innovator who believes that successful entrepreneurs are the ones who follow through on their original vision. Drawing upon his deep background as a successful serial entrepreneur, Constantz shares his entrepreneurial experiences and discusses many of the competitive and strategic issues facing his current ventures. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2591 Box.net CEO Aaron Levie is an entrepreneur who seeks to reinvent how enterprise businesses share content across their organizations. In 2005, Levie saw the need for affordable storage on the Internet, and co-founded Box.net out of his college dorm room. In this high-energy lecture, Levie shares the successes and challenges of his company's move from early-stage startup to scalable cloud technology venture. Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/levie110119.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-01-19T00:00:00Z 00:59:37 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no cloud computing, startup, scalability, enterprise Box.net CEO Aaron Levie is an entrepreneur who seeks to reinvent how enterprise businesses share content across their organizations. In 2005, Levie saw the need for affordable storage on the Internet, and co-founded Box.net out of his college dorm room... Box.net CEO Aaron Levie is an entrepreneur who seeks to reinvent how enterprise businesses share content across their organizations. In 2005, Levie saw the need for affordable storage on the Internet, and co-founded Box.net out of his college dorm room. In this high-energy lecture, Levie shares the successes and challenges of his company's move from early-stage startup to scalable cloud technology venture. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2590 Wendy Kopp, Teach For America's CEO and founder, is driven to end educational inequity across the nation. In this seminar, Kopp shares her entrepreneurial story of starting Teach For America straight out of college, and articulates the sense of urgency that she and her organization still feel for producing fundamental changes to education in America. Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kopp110112.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2011-01-12T00:00:00Z 01:00:39 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no education, social entrepreneur, Teach For America, teachers, students, revenue model Wendy Kopp, Teach For America's CEO and founder, is driven to end educational inequity across the nation. In this seminar, Kopp shares her entrepreneurial story of starting Teach For America straight out of college, and articulates the sense of urgency... Wendy Kopp, Teach For America's CEO and founder, is driven to end educational inequity across the nation. In this seminar, Kopp shares her entrepreneurial story of starting Teach For America straight out of college, and articulates the sense of urgency that she and her organization still feel for producing fundamental changes to education in America. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2486 Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Jennifer Aaker shares the power behind creating ideas that can build momentum. Through her research on the perception of happiness and meaning, Aaker describes how these concepts relate to a successful and powerful social media campaign. A well-planned effort catches audience attention and offers them an engaging story. Aaker, co-author of The Dragonfly Effect, also offers several personal and corporate examples of effective viral campaigns that garnered real world, and even life-saving, results. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/aaker101117.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-11-17T00:00:00Z 00:59:26 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no social media, marketing, viral, stories, ideas Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Jennifer Aaker shares the power behind creating ideas that can build momentum. Through her research on the perception of happiness and meaning, Aaker describes how these concepts relate to a successful and... Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Jennifer Aaker shares the power behind creating ideas that can build momentum. Through her research on the perception of happiness and meaning, Aaker describes how these concepts relate to a successful and powerful social media campaign. A well-planned effort catches audience attention and offers them an engaging story. Aaker, co-author of The Dragonfly Effect, also offers several personal and corporate examples of effective viral campaigns that garnered real world, and even life-saving, results. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2485 In this lecture that parallels his book Good Boss, Bad Boss, Stanford professor Bob Sutton unpacks the best habits of beloved and effective managers, and details the worst habits of those who fail to lead. The best leaders develop and nurture those who work for them. However, when bosses gain more power, they can easily grow oblivious to the needs of those they lead. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sutton101110.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-11-10T00:00:00Z 00:59:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes boss, Good Boss Bad Boss, management, leadership In this lecture that parallels his book Good Boss, Bad Boss, Stanford professor Bob Sutton unpacks the best habits of beloved and effective managers, and details the worst habits of those who fail to lead. The best leaders develop and nurture those who... In this lecture that parallels his book Good Boss, Bad Boss, Stanford professor Bob Sutton unpacks the best habits of beloved and effective managers, and details the worst habits of those who fail to lead. The best leaders develop and nurture those who work for them. However, when bosses gain more power, they can easily grow oblivious to the needs of those they lead. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2484 Diego Piacentini, Senior VP of International Retail for Amazon, discusses the company's growth-centered business model, its global presence, and the strides it takes to sustain a successful customer experience. Piacentini also describes Amazon's innovative approaches to operations, mergers and acquisitions, and labor practices. Wed, 3 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/piacentini101103.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-11-03T00:00:00Z 00:57:01 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no amazon, growth, customer experience, experimentation, global business Diego Piacentini, Senior VP of International Retail for Amazon, discusses the company's growth-centered business model, its global presence, and the strides it takes to sustain a successful customer experience. Piacentini also describes Amazon's innova... Diego Piacentini, Senior VP of International Retail for Amazon, discusses the company's growth-centered business model, its global presence, and the strides it takes to sustain a successful customer experience. Piacentini also describes Amazon's innovative approaches to operations, mergers and acquisitions, and labor practices. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2483 Stanford Engineering lecturer and FLOODGATE partner Ann Miura-Ko offers insight into the democratization of innovation in the Internet age, and its affect on investment cycles. Additionally, Miura-Ko speaks candidly about the need to test business models, her firm's desire to be an advocate for "thunder lizard" entrepreneurs, and the challenges of achieving true work/life balance. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/miura-ko101027.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-10-27T00:00:00Z 00:58:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no venture capital, seed funding, innovation, investment Stanford Engineering lecturer and FLOODGATE partner Ann Miura-Ko offers insight into the democratization of innovation in the Internet age, and its affect on investment cycles. Additionally, Miura-Ko speaks candidly about the need to test business mode... Stanford Engineering lecturer and FLOODGATE partner Ann Miura-Ko offers insight into the democratization of innovation in the Internet age, and its affect on investment cycles. Additionally, Miura-Ko speaks candidly about the need to test business models, her firm's desire to be an advocate for "thunder lizard" entrepreneurs, and the challenges of achieving true work/life balance. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2482 Thomas Prescott, CEO of medical device manufacturer Align Technology, discusses disruptive product innovation and leadership in the medical device industry. Prescott shares the company's story, including insights on the launch of their signature product, the Invisalign orthodontic system. He also discusses operational trends and the need for sound analysis of financing, product execution, and business development tactics. Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/prescott101020.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-10-20T00:00:00Z 00:58:04 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no medical technology, medical device, manufacturing, leadership, execution Thomas Prescott, CEO of medical device manufacturer Align Technology, discusses disruptive product innovation and leadership in the medical device industry. Prescott shares the company's story, including insights on the launch of their signature produc... Thomas Prescott, CEO of medical device manufacturer Align Technology, discusses disruptive product innovation and leadership in the medical device industry. Prescott shares the company's story, including insights on the launch of their signature product, the Invisalign orthodontic system. He also discusses operational trends and the need for sound analysis of financing, product execution, and business development tactics. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2481 Entrepreneurship is an emotional and economic roller coaster, says venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur Mark Suster. In this candid and informative lecture, Suster defies some of Silicon Valley's conventional wisdom. Based on his extensive experience with multiple companies, Suster shares his thoughts on the real day-to-day life of startups, smart ways to raise the right kind of funds, and offers honest advice in making your way as an entrepreneur. Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/suster101013.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-10-13T00:00:00Z 00:57:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no startup, venture capital, vc, funding, Entrepreneurship is an emotional and economic roller coaster, says venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur Mark Suster. In this candid and informative lecture, Suster defies some of Silicon Valley's conventional wisdom. Based on his extensive experi... Entrepreneurship is an emotional and economic roller coaster, says venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur Mark Suster. In this candid and informative lecture, Suster defies some of Silicon Valley's conventional wisdom. Based on his extensive experience with multiple companies, Suster shares his thoughts on the real day-to-day life of startups, smart ways to raise the right kind of funds, and offers honest advice in making your way as an entrepreneur. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2480 In conversation with KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Dan Rosensweig, CEO of textbook rental company Chegg, speaks about his professional history within Yahoo!, ZDNet, and Guitar Hero, and shares insights on business in the dot-com trenches. Rosensweig offers his perspective on the evolution of the online media and advertising industries. Additionally, Rosensweig encourages entrepreneurs-to-be to "bet on the inevitable" as they explore their passions and the growing future of online services. Wed, 6 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rosensweig_chien101006.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-10-06T00:00:00Z 01:01:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no chegg, rosensweig, chi-hua chien, In conversation with KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Dan Rosensweig, CEO of textbook rental company Chegg, speaks about his professional history within Yahoo!, ZDNet, and Guitar Hero, and shares insights on business in the dot-com trenches. Rosensweig offers his... In conversation with KPCB's Chi-Hua Chien, Dan Rosensweig, CEO of textbook rental company Chegg, speaks about his professional history within Yahoo!, ZDNet, and Guitar Hero, and shares insights on business in the dot-com trenches. Rosensweig offers his perspective on the evolution of the online media and advertising industries. Additionally, Rosensweig encourages entrepreneurs-to-be to "bet on the inevitable" as they explore their passions and the growing future of online services. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2479 Amit Chatterjee, founder and CEO of Hara, the growing energy management solutions company, shares the wisdom of his entrepreneurial experience. He covers an array of topics vital to launching and running a successful enterprise, including the importance of product innovation, new market development, thriving in a competitive landscape, and the critical importance of building a brilliant team. Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/chatterjee100929.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-09-29T00:00:00Z 00:53:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no entrepreneurship, value, product, launch, energy Amit Chatterjee, founder and CEO of Hara, the growing energy management solutions company, shares the wisdom of his entrepreneurial experience. He covers an array of topics vital to launching and running a successful enterprise, including the importanc... Amit Chatterjee, founder and CEO of Hara, the growing energy management solutions company, shares the wisdom of his entrepreneurial experience. He covers an array of topics vital to launching and running a successful enterprise, including the importance of product innovation, new market development, thriving in a competitive landscape, and the critical importance of building a brilliant team. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2478 Juan Andrés Fontaine, Chile's Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism, discusses his government's recent practices and programs that strive to develop Chile's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Topics touched upon include government incentive programs to attract international investment, growth and development to Chile's university research and development, and a desire to build the nation into the innovation hub of South America. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/fontaine100922.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-09-22T00:00:00Z 00:57:14 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Juan Andrés Fontaine, Chile's Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism, discusses his government's recent practices and programs that strive to develop Chile's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Topics touched upon include government incentive programs to ... Juan Andrés Fontaine, Chile's Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism, discusses his government's recent practices and programs that strive to develop Chile's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Topics touched upon include government incentive programs to attract international investment, growth and development to Chile's university research and development, and a desire to build the nation into the innovation hub of South America. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2375 Alec Ross, Senior Advisor for Innovation in the Office of Secretary of State and Co-founder of global non-profit One Economy, discusses in detail innovation policy and how it can change national diplomacy. In addition, Ross offers advice to global innovators, stressing quality time management, effective hiring practices, the mutual benefits of mentoring, and assertive risk practices. Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ross100526.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-05-26T00:00:00Z 00:54:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Alec Ross, Senior Advisor for Innovation in the Office of Secretary of State and Co-founder of global non-profit One Economy, discusses in detail innovation policy and how it can change national diplomacy. In addition, Ross offers advice to global inno... Alec Ross, Senior Advisor for Innovation in the Office of Secretary of State and Co-founder of global non-profit One Economy, discusses in detail innovation policy and how it can change national diplomacy. In addition, Ross offers advice to global innovators, stressing quality time management, effective hiring practices, the mutual benefits of mentoring, and assertive risk practices. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2374 Josh Makower, CEO of ExploraMed, speaks briefly about his experience working in medicine and technology. Dr. Makower also discusses at length the numerous political, financial, and regulatory hurdles against future medical innovation, and calls for audience involvement in the tangled web of healthcare, patents, and insurance reimbursement. Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/makower100519.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-05-19T00:00:00Z 01:00:34 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Josh Makower, CEO of ExploraMed, speaks briefly about his experience working in medicine and technology. Dr. Makower also discusses at length the numerous political, financial, and regulatory hurdles against future medical innovation, and calls for aud... Josh Makower, CEO of ExploraMed, speaks briefly about his experience working in medicine and technology. Dr. Makower also discusses at length the numerous political, financial, and regulatory hurdles against future medical innovation, and calls for audience involvement in the tangled web of healthcare, patents, and insurance reimbursement. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2373 Serial entrepreneur Marc Andreessen offers the Stanford audience a rare opportunity to pose open questions. Topics addressed include everything from the state of VC and the stock market, to Facebook's market dominance, to the rebirth of consumer electronics. In addition, Andreessen offers ground rules for the start-up, including tips on attracting top talent. Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/andreessen100512.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-05-12T00:00:00Z 01:01:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Serial entrepreneur Marc Andreessen offers the Stanford audience a rare opportunity to pose open questions. Topics addressed include everything from the state of VC and the stock market, to Facebook's market dominance, to the rebirth of consumer electr... Serial entrepreneur Marc Andreessen offers the Stanford audience a rare opportunity to pose open questions. Topics addressed include everything from the state of VC and the stock market, to Facebook's market dominance, to the rebirth of consumer electronics. In addition, Andreessen offers ground rules for the start-up, including tips on attracting top talent. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2372 Lisa Lambert, Vice President at Intel Capital, speaks at length on the experience of working for a mammoth, corporate-backed strategic venture capital firm. She unpacks the challenges of the post-recession VC world, and speaks at length about the industry at large. In addition, Lambert discusses critical issues of work/life balance and the conundrum of personal choices faced when climbing the corporate ladder. Wed, 5 May 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/lambert100505.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-05-05T00:00:00Z 00:56:34 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Lisa Lambert, Vice President at Intel Capital, speaks at length on the experience of working for a mammoth, corporate-backed strategic venture capital firm. She unpacks the challenges of the post-recession VC world, and speaks at length about the indus... Lisa Lambert, Vice President at Intel Capital, speaks at length on the experience of working for a mammoth, corporate-backed strategic venture capital firm. She unpacks the challenges of the post-recession VC world, and speaks at length about the industry at large. In addition, Lambert discusses critical issues of work/life balance and the conundrum of personal choices faced when climbing the corporate ladder. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2371 After nearly two decades in the trenches of Pets.com, Apple Computer, and the You Don't Know Jack game series at Berkeley Systems, Tom Conrad (Pandora CTO) shares his acquired wisdom on succeeding in the consumer internet space. He discusses agility, crisp decision making, and focus, and peppers his lessons with numerous entertaining anecdotes of dot-com days and corporate progress. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/conrad100428.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-04-28T00:00:00Z 01:00:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no After nearly two decades in the trenches of Pets.com, Apple Computer, and the You Don't Know Jack game series at Berkeley Systems, Tom Conrad (Pandora CTO) shares his acquired wisdom on succeeding in the consumer internet space. He discusses agility, c... After nearly two decades in the trenches of Pets.com, Apple Computer, and the You Don't Know Jack game series at Berkeley Systems, Tom Conrad (Pandora CTO) shares his acquired wisdom on succeeding in the consumer internet space. He discusses agility, crisp decision making, and focus, and peppers his lessons with numerous entertaining anecdotes of dot-com days and corporate progress. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2370 Twenty percent of the world's population do not have access to clean drinking water, says Miox CEO Carlos Perea. What's an entrepreneur to do? Ideally, find a way to clean and reuse the global water supply that's, "twice as good at half the cost" of conventional chlorine decontamination. In this lecture, Perea demonstrates his company's abilities and explains the benefits and challenges of being an entrepreneur in clean technology. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/perea100421.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-04-21T00:00:00Z 00:58:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Twenty percent of the world's population do not have access to clean drinking water, says Miox CEO Carlos Perea. What's an entrepreneur to do? Ideally, find a way to clean and reuse the global water supply that's, "twice as good at half the cost" of co... Twenty percent of the world's population do not have access to clean drinking water, says Miox CEO Carlos Perea. What's an entrepreneur to do? Ideally, find a way to clean and reuse the global water supply that's, "twice as good at half the cost" of conventional chlorine decontamination. In this lecture, Perea demonstrates his company's abilities and explains the benefits and challenges of being an entrepreneur in clean technology. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2369 What can extreme surfing and World of Warcraft teach the enterprise? Independent Co-Chairman of the Deloitte Center for the Edge and former Xerox PARC Chief Scientist John Seely Brown holds them as examples of the power of frequent benchmarking and full industry info-share. He also uses them to show how the core ecosystem can be made stronger by sharing knowledge gathered from learning on the edge. In addition, Seely Brown touches upon his theory of a monumental economic shift from a push to a pull economy as outlaid in his 2010 book, The Power of Pull: How Small Moves, Smartly Made, Can Set Big Things in Motion. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/brown100414.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-04-14T00:00:00Z 00:55:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no What can extreme surfing and World of Warcraft teach the enterprise? Independent Co-Chairman of the Deloitte Center for the Edge and former Xerox PARC Chief Scientist John Seely Brown holds them as examples of the power of frequent benchmarking and ful... What can extreme surfing and World of Warcraft teach the enterprise? Independent Co-Chairman of the Deloitte Center for the Edge and former Xerox PARC Chief Scientist John Seely Brown holds them as examples of the power of frequent benchmarking and full industry info-share. He also uses them to show how the core ecosystem can be made stronger by sharing knowledge gathered from learning on the edge. In addition, Seely Brown touches upon his theory of a monumental economic shift from a push to a pull economy as outlaid in his 2010 book, The Power of Pull: How Small Moves, Smartly Made, Can Set Big Things in Motion. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2368 While Plan A may begin the backbone on which an entrepreneurial idea is hinged, succinct data gathering and constant market evaluation more often lead to profit with the next idea in line. The tech sector breeds innovation, says KPCB partner and frequent speaker Randy Komisar, and to do so it is required to accept the numerous fits and starts of the start-up. Wed, 7 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/komisar100407.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-04-07T00:00:00Z 01:01:23 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no While Plan A may begin the backbone on which an entrepreneurial idea is hinged, succinct data gathering and constant market evaluation more often lead to profit with the next idea in line. The tech sector breeds innovation, says KPCB partner and freque... While Plan A may begin the backbone on which an entrepreneurial idea is hinged, succinct data gathering and constant market evaluation more often lead to profit with the next idea in line. The tech sector breeds innovation, says KPCB partner and frequent speaker Randy Komisar, and to do so it is required to accept the numerous fits and starts of the start-up. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2340 Accenture's Liz Tinkham interviews salesforce.com's Polly Sumner about entrepreneurship that occurs in both large and small companies. They both agree that innovation and risk-taking occur in any-sized company where the culture emphasizes "no idea is a dumb idea." Sumner advises young entrepreneurs to not fear risk: every failure teaches you a valuable lesson, and once learned, success is that much sweeter. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sumner_tinkham100303.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-03-03T00:00:00Z 00:56:49 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Accenture's Liz Tinkham interviews salesforce.com's Polly Sumner about entrepreneurship that occurs in both large and small companies. They both agree that innovation and risk-taking occur in any-sized company where the culture emphasizes "no idea is a... Accenture's Liz Tinkham interviews salesforce.com's Polly Sumner about entrepreneurship that occurs in both large and small companies. They both agree that innovation and risk-taking occur in any-sized company where the culture emphasizes "no idea is a dumb idea." Sumner advises young entrepreneurs to not fear risk: every failure teaches you a valuable lesson, and once learned, success is that much sweeter. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2339 People, passion, perseverance. Former AOL CEO and Chairman Steve Case describes these words as the bedrock of successful entrepreneurship. Heading into what may be a "golden era of entrepreneurship," he says that he relies on the "three p's" as assessment tools to help guide his direction and goals. When all of the three parts are in balance, an entrepreneur can achieve success like that of AOL; when they aren't, you get the failure of the AOL-Time Warner merger. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/case100224.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-02-24T00:00:00Z 00:53:08 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no People, passion, perseverance. Former AOL CEO and Chairman Steve Case describes these words as the bedrock of successful entrepreneurship. Heading into what may be a "golden era of entrepreneurship," he says that he relies on the "three p's" as assessm... People, passion, perseverance. Former AOL CEO and Chairman Steve Case describes these words as the bedrock of successful entrepreneurship. Heading into what may be a "golden era of entrepreneurship," he says that he relies on the "three p's" as assessment tools to help guide his direction and goals. When all of the three parts are in balance, an entrepreneur can achieve success like that of AOL; when they aren't, you get the failure of the AOL-Time Warner merger. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2338 Jonathan Boutelle and Rashmi Sinha, founders of the presentation-sharing site SlideShare, describe the entrepreneurial process as a series of pivots. Boutelle explains it's not just a jump, but an evolving growth of stages that leads to an idea that can start a business. From there, Sinha says that focused execution keeps the vision moving forward. By continually measuring the activity, they both believe that entrepreneurs can better recognize the growth stages of their company. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sinha_boutelle100217.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-02-17T00:00:00Z 00:57:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Jonathan Boutelle and Rashmi Sinha, founders of the presentation-sharing site SlideShare, describe the entrepreneurial process as a series of pivots. Boutelle explains it's not just a jump, but an evolving growth of stages that leads to an idea that ca... Jonathan Boutelle and Rashmi Sinha, founders of the presentation-sharing site SlideShare, describe the entrepreneurial process as a series of pivots. Boutelle explains it's not just a jump, but an evolving growth of stages that leads to an idea that can start a business. From there, Sinha says that focused execution keeps the vision moving forward. By continually measuring the activity, they both believe that entrepreneurs can better recognize the growth stages of their company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2337 Six young Stanford grads and entrepreneurs -- Steven Garrity, Clara Shih, Kimber Lockhart, Jeff Seibert, Josh Reeves, and Tristan Harris -- share their experiences starting companies and raising capital. While being in their 20s may seem to be an obstacle to outsiders, they said they "flipped" this liability into an asset -- focusing instead on their raw ability to bring innovative ideas to life. They advise all young entrepreneurs to be persistent, opportunistic, and scrappy. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ye_panel100210.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-02-10T00:00:00Z 00:59:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Six young Stanford grads and entrepreneurs -- Steven Garrity, Clara Shih, Kimber Lockhart, Jeff Seibert, Josh Reeves, and Tristan Harris -- share their experiences starting companies and raising capital. While being in their 20s may seem to be an obsta... Six young Stanford grads and entrepreneurs -- Steven Garrity, Clara Shih, Kimber Lockhart, Jeff Seibert, Josh Reeves, and Tristan Harris -- share their experiences starting companies and raising capital. While being in their 20s may seem to be an obstacle to outsiders, they said they "flipped" this liability into an asset -- focusing instead on their raw ability to bring innovative ideas to life. They advise all young entrepreneurs to be persistent, opportunistic, and scrappy. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2336 It's not just your strengths as a leader, it's your passion, says William Hagstrom, CEO of Crescendo Bioscence, in South San Francisco, CA. He strongly advises future entrepreneurs to think of your business as a worthy crusade. Giving example with his own career, he urges those starting a company to architect their venture deeply, form a culture of excellence, and think about risk early. The culmination of his experience has redefined the role of CEO for him as way to empower others. Wed, 3 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hagstrom100203.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-02-03T00:00:00Z 00:57:30 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no It's not just your strengths as a leader, it's your passion, says William Hagstrom, CEO of Crescendo Bioscence, in South San Francisco, CA. He strongly advises future entrepreneurs to think of your business as a worthy crusade. Giving example with his ... It's not just your strengths as a leader, it's your passion, says William Hagstrom, CEO of Crescendo Bioscence, in South San Francisco, CA. He strongly advises future entrepreneurs to think of your business as a worthy crusade. Giving example with his own career, he urges those starting a company to architect their venture deeply, form a culture of excellence, and think about risk early. The culmination of his experience has redefined the role of CEO for him as way to empower others. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2335 Don't set sail without thinking first: this sage advice sums up risk analysis for Elisabeth Paté-Cornell, department chair of Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University. She explains that risk assessment involves the study of scenarios, probabilities, and consequences. A risk analyst uses logic and statistics to makes sense of uncertainties and provides possible solutions to derail disaster. While some events force quick thinking, most can be avoided with a little forethought. After all, she simplifies: risk analysis isn't just nuclear reactors, it's also real life. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/pate-cornell100127.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-01-27T00:00:00Z 00:59:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no ms&e, risk Don't set sail without thinking first: this sage advice sums up risk analysis for Elisabeth Paté-Cornell, department chair of Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University. She explains that risk assessment involves the study of scenarios, ... Don't set sail without thinking first: this sage advice sums up risk analysis for Elisabeth Paté-Cornell, department chair of Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University. She explains that risk assessment involves the study of scenarios, probabilities, and consequences. A risk analyst uses logic and statistics to makes sense of uncertainties and provides possible solutions to derail disaster. While some events force quick thinking, most can be avoided with a little forethought. After all, she simplifies: risk analysis isn't just nuclear reactors, it's also real life. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2334 David Heineimeier Hansson, the creator of Ruby on Rails and partner at 37signals in Chicago, says that planning is guessing, and for a start-up, the focus must be on today and not on tomorrow. He argues that constraints--fiscal, temporal, or otherwise--drive innovation and effective problem-solving. The most important thing, Hansson believes, is to make a dent in the universe with your company. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hansson100120.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-01-20T00:00:00Z 00:59:39 Stanford Technology Ventures Program yes David Heineimeier Hansson, the creator of Ruby on Rails and partner at 37signals in Chicago, says that planning is guessing, and for a start-up, the focus must be on today and not on tomorrow. He argues that constraints--fiscal, temporal, or otherwise-... David Heineimeier Hansson, the creator of Ruby on Rails and partner at 37signals in Chicago, says that planning is guessing, and for a start-up, the focus must be on today and not on tomorrow. He argues that constraints--fiscal, temporal, or otherwise--drive innovation and effective problem-solving. The most important thing, Hansson believes, is to make a dent in the universe with your company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2333 Dr. John Adler, Jr. and John "Trip" Adler III discuss their entrepreneurial experience and evolution as a business leader: For Dr. Adler, he describes his bumpy course in developing his biotechnology company, Accuray Incorporated; for his son Trip, he emphasizes the persistence and luck in developing Scribd, a social publishing site. Despite building companies in different fields, the two offer the same central advice necessary in building a successful company: trust yourself, have common sense, and there are no rules. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/adler100113.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2010-01-13T00:00:00Z 01:00:17 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Dr. John Adler, Jr. and John "Trip" Adler III discuss their entrepreneurial experience and evolution as a business leader: For Dr. Adler, he describes his bumpy course in developing his biotechnology company, Accuray Incorporated; for his son Trip, he ... Dr. John Adler, Jr. and John "Trip" Adler III discuss their entrepreneurial experience and evolution as a business leader: For Dr. Adler, he describes his bumpy course in developing his biotechnology company, Accuray Incorporated; for his son Trip, he emphasizes the persistence and luck in developing Scribd, a social publishing site. Despite building companies in different fields, the two offer the same central advice necessary in building a successful company: trust yourself, have common sense, and there are no rules. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2279 Stanford instructor and seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank looks back at the commonalities and quirks of the quarter's previous speakers. Blank outlines a thorough checklist of questions and analysis helpful to any new enterprise leader, and offers insight and case studies from industry giants and new technology plays alike. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/blank091111.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-11-11T00:00:00Z 01:00:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stanford instructor and seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank looks back at the commonalities and quirks of the quarter's previous speakers. Blank outlines a thorough checklist of questions and analysis helpful to any new enterprise leader, and offe... Stanford instructor and seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank looks back at the commonalities and quirks of the quarter's previous speakers. Blank outlines a thorough checklist of questions and analysis helpful to any new enterprise leader, and offers insight and case studies from industry giants and new technology plays alike. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2278 Hip-hop artists Quincy Jones III and Chamillionaire discuss mastering the business side of the music industry. Keeping up with cutting-edge technologies, production logistics, and finding creative ways to gain direct audience contact are essential tactics for the self-produced artist in the digital age. Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/qd3091104.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-11-04T00:00:00Z 00:46:17 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Hip-hop artists Quincy Jones III and Chamillionaire discuss mastering the business side of the music industry. Keeping up with cutting-edge technologies, production logistics, and finding creative ways to gain direct audience contact are essential tact... Hip-hop artists Quincy Jones III and Chamillionaire discuss mastering the business side of the music industry. Keeping up with cutting-edge technologies, production logistics, and finding creative ways to gain direct audience contact are essential tactics for the self-produced artist in the digital age. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2277 Serial entrepreneur and Zynga founder Mark Pincus and Bing Gordon, longtime Electronic Arts creative mind and investor on behalf of KPCB, provide a very laid-back and desultory conversation. Topics touched upon include successful CEOs, building sustainable companies, mentorship, and the consumer pay-driven Web 3.0. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/pincus091028.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-10-28T00:00:00Z 01:04:48 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Serial entrepreneur and Zynga founder Mark Pincus and Bing Gordon, longtime Electronic Arts creative mind and investor on behalf of KPCB, provide a very laid-back and desultory conversation. Topics touched upon include successful CEOs, building sustain... Serial entrepreneur and Zynga founder Mark Pincus and Bing Gordon, longtime Electronic Arts creative mind and investor on behalf of KPCB, provide a very laid-back and desultory conversation. Topics touched upon include successful CEOs, building sustainable companies, mentorship, and the consumer pay-driven Web 3.0. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2276 Intel Corporation legend, former CEO, and Chairman of the Board Craig Barrett discusses his personal career path from a Stanford Associate Professor, to Silicon Valley consultant, to a 35-year career inside one of the globe's most prominent players in technology. His talk concentrates on Moore's Law and the myriad factors in place to ensure its continued progeny. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/barrett091021.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-10-21T00:00:00Z 01:01:25 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Intel Corporation legend, former CEO, and Chairman of the Board Craig Barrett discusses his personal career path from a Stanford Associate Professor, to Silicon Valley consultant, to a 35-year career inside one of the globe's most prominent players in ... Intel Corporation legend, former CEO, and Chairman of the Board Craig Barrett discusses his personal career path from a Stanford Associate Professor, to Silicon Valley consultant, to a 35-year career inside one of the globe's most prominent players in technology. His talk concentrates on Moore's Law and the myriad factors in place to ensure its continued progeny. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2275 Whereas the 20th century belonged to the scientist, the 21st century, says Sun Micosystems' CTO Greg Papadopoulos, is the domain of the engineer. Rather than secretly toiling away on new discoveries, modern engineers are concerned about social responsibility, renewable materials and product lifecycles, collaborative and open source discovery, and furthering industry-wide innovation. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/papadapoulos091014.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-10-14T00:00:00Z 01:00:59 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Whereas the 20th century belonged to the scientist, the 21st century, says Sun Micosystems' CTO Greg Papadopoulos, is the domain of the engineer. Rather than secretly toiling away on new discoveries, modern engineers are concerned about social responsi... Whereas the 20th century belonged to the scientist, the 21st century, says Sun Micosystems' CTO Greg Papadopoulos, is the domain of the engineer. Rather than secretly toiling away on new discoveries, modern engineers are concerned about social responsibility, renewable materials and product lifecycles, collaborative and open source discovery, and furthering industry-wide innovation. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2274 Steve Jurvetson, partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, offers perspective on the market opportunities in innovation and technology. Topics discussed include the necessity for utter market disruption, interdisciplinary solutions (particularly across the "bio-nano" life sciences and engineering), and advice for those interested in working in the venture capital arena. Wed, 7 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/jurvetson091007.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-10-07T00:00:00Z 00:59:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Steve Jurvetson, partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, offers perspective on the market opportunities in innovation and technology. Topics discussed include the necessity for utter market disruption, interdisciplinary solutions (particularly across the "... Steve Jurvetson, partner at Draper Fisher Jurvetson, offers perspective on the market opportunities in innovation and technology. Topics discussed include the necessity for utter market disruption, interdisciplinary solutions (particularly across the "bio-nano" life sciences and engineering), and advice for those interested in working in the venture capital arena. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2273 Speaker, author, and entrepreneur Eric Ries shares rapid fire wisdom on building nimble, responsive, and efficient online software-based businesses. He also offers his wisdom on streamlining processes and progressing engineering systems, and puts forth front line insight into why some new ideas succeed where others have failed. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ries090930.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-09-30T00:00:00Z 00:58:38 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Speaker, author, and entrepreneur Eric Ries shares rapid fire wisdom on building nimble, responsive, and efficient online software-based businesses. He also offers his wisdom on streamlining processes and progressing engineering systems, and puts forth... Speaker, author, and entrepreneur Eric Ries shares rapid fire wisdom on building nimble, responsive, and efficient online software-based businesses. He also offers his wisdom on streamlining processes and progressing engineering systems, and puts forth front line insight into why some new ideas succeed where others have failed. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2272 Robin Li, CEO of Baidu, speaks in detail about the launch and growth of the company and the search engine. He discusses how its intimate understanding of Chinese language and culture - and a unique social approach to search - have allowed it to succeed where many North American search giants have faltered. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/li090923.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-09-23T00:00:00Z 00:52:47 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Robin Li, CEO of Baidu, speaks in detail about the launch and growth of the company and the search engine. He discusses how its intimate understanding of Chinese language and culture - and a unique social approach to search - have allowed it to succeed... Robin Li, CEO of Baidu, speaks in detail about the launch and growth of the company and the search engine. He discusses how its intimate understanding of Chinese language and culture - and a unique social approach to search - have allowed it to succeed where many North American search giants have faltered. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2219 Stanford Technology Ventures Program's Executive Director Tina Seelig shares rich insights in creative thinking and the entrepreneurial mindset. Her talk, based on her 2009 book, <i>What I Wish I Knew When I Was 20</i>, cites numerous classroom successes of applied problem-solving and the lessons of failure. Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/seelig090527.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-05-27T00:00:00Z 00:52:00 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stanford Technology Ventures Program's Executive Director Tina Seelig shares rich insights in creative thinking and the entrepreneurial mindset. Her talk, based on her 2009 book, <i>What I Wish I Knew When I Was 20</i>, cites numerous classroom success... Stanford Technology Ventures Program's Executive Director Tina Seelig shares rich insights in creative thinking and the entrepreneurial mindset. Her talk, based on her 2009 book, <i>What I Wish I Knew When I Was 20</i>, cites numerous classroom successes of applied problem-solving and the lessons of failure. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2218 Steve Westly, Founder of clean tech investment firm The Westly Group and former Controller for the state of California, paints a landscape of the present and future opportunities in emerging alternative energy. Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/westly090520.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-05-20T00:00:00Z 00:57:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Steve Westly, Founder of clean tech investment firm The Westly Group and former Controller for the state of California, paints a landscape of the present and future opportunities in emerging alternative energy. Steve Westly, Founder of clean tech investment firm The Westly Group and former Controller for the state of California, paints a landscape of the present and future opportunities in emerging alternative energy. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2217 Numenta's Jeff Hawkins, a frequent company founder, inventor, and product designer for Palm and Handspring, highlights lessons learned during his tenure in technology. He also confesses that these accomplishments were mere way stations in his 30-year passionate pursuit of neuroscience. Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hawkins090513.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-05-13T00:00:00Z 00:57:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Numenta's Jeff Hawkins, a frequent company founder, inventor, and product designer for Palm and Handspring, highlights lessons learned during his tenure in technology. He also confesses that these accomplishments were mere way stations in his 30-year p... Numenta's Jeff Hawkins, a frequent company founder, inventor, and product designer for Palm and Handspring, highlights lessons learned during his tenure in technology. He also confesses that these accomplishments were mere way stations in his 30-year passionate pursuit of neuroscience. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2216 Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, shares his optimism for emerging innovation in the midst of economic turmoil, and the story of his own entrepreneurial path. He also speaks of his company's continued investment in Internet-ready hardware and software that seeks progress in healthcare, education, and science. Wed, 6 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ballmer090506.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-05-06T00:00:00Z 00:57:38 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, shares his optimism for emerging innovation in the midst of economic turmoil, and the story of his own entrepreneurial path. He also speaks of his company's continued investment in Internet-ready hardware and software that... Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO, shares his optimism for emerging innovation in the midst of economic turmoil, and the story of his own entrepreneurial path. He also speaks of his company's continued investment in Internet-ready hardware and software that seeks progress in healthcare, education, and science. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2215 Clean tech is the topic discussed between Steve Perricone, CEO of waste management and energy company BioFuelBox, and one of his investors, DFJ veteran VC Jennifer Scott Fonstad. In addition to discussing the company's technology, structure, and applications, they also expound on current stimulus dollars for alternative energy systems. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/perricone090429.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-04-29T00:00:00Z 00:56:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Clean tech is the topic discussed between Steve Perricone, CEO of waste management and energy company BioFuelBox, and one of his investors, DFJ veteran VC Jennifer Scott Fonstad. In addition to discussing the company's technology, structure, and applic... Clean tech is the topic discussed between Steve Perricone, CEO of waste management and energy company BioFuelBox, and one of his investors, DFJ veteran VC Jennifer Scott Fonstad. In addition to discussing the company's technology, structure, and applications, they also expound on current stimulus dollars for alternative energy systems. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2214 Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg shares her trilogy of ideas for a successful start-up and a fulfilling career. Her thoughts include building an enterprise with scalable vision, building personalized, scalable products, and the ability to scale your own connections and capabilities. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sandberg090422.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-04-22T00:00:00Z 00:57:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg shares her trilogy of ideas for a successful start-up and a fulfilling career. Her thoughts include building an enterprise with scalable vision, building personalized, scalable products, and the ability to scale your own co... Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg shares her trilogy of ideas for a successful start-up and a fulfilling career. Her thoughts include building an enterprise with scalable vision, building personalized, scalable products, and the ability to scale your own connections and capabilities. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2213 After two decades in start-up entrepreneurship, Mari Baker, current CEO of PlayFirst, shares some of her lifelong strategies for long-lasting success. She stresses defining the relentless purpose of the enterprise, honing a focus, and building a conscious company culture, amongst other backbone-building tasks. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/baker090415.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-04-15T00:00:00Z 00:55:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no After two decades in start-up entrepreneurship, Mari Baker, current CEO of PlayFirst, shares some of her lifelong strategies for long-lasting success. She stresses defining the relentless purpose of the enterprise, honing a focus, and building a consci... After two decades in start-up entrepreneurship, Mari Baker, current CEO of PlayFirst, shares some of her lifelong strategies for long-lasting success. She stresses defining the relentless purpose of the enterprise, honing a focus, and building a conscious company culture, amongst other backbone-building tasks. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2212 Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of NVidia, discusses the importance of having a big vision when starting a new venture. He says that you should not be daunted when others, including early customers, don't share your vision because they don't share your world view. Huang's vision for NVidia involves building a culture of innovation, with the conviction that if you aren't reinventing yourself then you are slowly dying. This culture cultivates risk-taking and, therefore, fosters a tolerance for failure. Wed, 8 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/huang090408.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-04-08T00:00:00Z 01:01:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of NVidia, discusses the importance of having a big vision when starting a new venture. He says that you should not be daunted when others, including early customers, don't share your vision because they don't share you... Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of NVidia, discusses the importance of having a big vision when starting a new venture. He says that you should not be daunted when others, including early customers, don't share your vision because they don't share your world view. Huang's vision for NVidia involves building a culture of innovation, with the conviction that if you aren't reinventing yourself then you are slowly dying. This culture cultivates risk-taking and, therefore, fosters a tolerance for failure. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2113 Elizabeth Holmes, President, CEO, and Founder of Theranos, discusses her decision to leave Stanford to launch a biotech company, and what she's learned about raising capital and attracting top talent. Holmes allows the audience to pose numerous inquiries, and she discusses her personal conviction, development process, and path of entrepreneurship. Wed, 4 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/holmes090304.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-03-04T00:00:00Z 00:56:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Elizabeth Holmes, President, CEO, and Founder of Theranos, discusses her decision to leave Stanford to launch a biotech company, and what she's learned about raising capital and attracting top talent. Holmes allows the audience to pose numerous inquiri... Elizabeth Holmes, President, CEO, and Founder of Theranos, discusses her decision to leave Stanford to launch a biotech company, and what she's learned about raising capital and attracting top talent. Holmes allows the audience to pose numerous inquiries, and she discusses her personal conviction, development process, and path of entrepreneurship. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2112 Three Silicon Valley dealmakers - Tony Perkins, CEO of AlwaysOn; Tim Draper, Founder and Managing Director of Draper, Fisher Jurvetson; and Michael Moe, Founding Partner of ThinkEquity - discuss the evolutions in online media, the power of partnerships, and other next-generation opportunities for the global marketplace. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/perkins090225.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z 01:10:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Three Silicon Valley dealmakers - Tony Perkins, CEO of AlwaysOn; Tim Draper, Founder and Managing Director of Draper, Fisher Jurvetson; and Michael Moe, Founding Partner of ThinkEquity - discuss the evolutions in online media, the power of partnerships... Three Silicon Valley dealmakers - Tony Perkins, CEO of AlwaysOn; Tim Draper, Founder and Managing Director of Draper, Fisher Jurvetson; and Michael Moe, Founding Partner of ThinkEquity - discuss the evolutions in online media, the power of partnerships, and other next-generation opportunities for the global marketplace. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2111 In academia and the private sector, innovation is the most elusive element. And, adds Stanford University President John Hennessy, it's also needed to solve crucial local and global issues. In this address that launches the University's prestigious Entrepreneurship Week event, Hennessy discusses the evolving interplay between higher learning and commercial progress. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hennessy090218.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-02-18T00:00:00Z 01:01:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no In academia and the private sector, innovation is the most elusive element. And, adds Stanford University President John Hennessy, it's also needed to solve crucial local and global issues. In this address that launches the University's prestigious Ent... In academia and the private sector, innovation is the most elusive element. And, adds Stanford University President John Hennessy, it's also needed to solve crucial local and global issues. In this address that launches the University's prestigious Entrepreneurship Week event, Hennessy discusses the evolving interplay between higher learning and commercial progress. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2110 Tom Siebel, founder of Siebel Systems and current CEO of First Virtual Group, recaps a history of the information technology boom, and pronounces it a nearly stagnant sector. He focuses on the burgeoning interests in energy, healthcare, food and water, and other market possibilities to meet the needs of an expanding, aging, and more affluent global population. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/siebel090211.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-02-11T00:00:00Z 01:00:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Tom Siebel, founder of Siebel Systems and current CEO of First Virtual Group, recaps a history of the information technology boom, and pronounces it a nearly stagnant sector. He focuses on the burgeoning interests in energy, healthcare, food and water,... Tom Siebel, founder of Siebel Systems and current CEO of First Virtual Group, recaps a history of the information technology boom, and pronounces it a nearly stagnant sector. He focuses on the burgeoning interests in energy, healthcare, food and water, and other market possibilities to meet the needs of an expanding, aging, and more affluent global population. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2109 Spencer E. Ante, BusinessWeek editor and author, quotes excerpts from his book, <i>Creative Capital: Georges Doriot and the Birth of Venture Capital</i>, and offers a historical portal into the start and evolution of venture capital. He draws an investment timeline starting with the post-WWII economy, delves into the dominance of Silicon Valley, and discusses current recessionary activity. Wed, 4 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/ante090204.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-02-04T00:00:00Z 00:56:45 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Spencer E. Ante, BusinessWeek editor and author, quotes excerpts from his book, <i>Creative Capital: Georges Doriot and the Birth of Venture Capital</i>, and offers a historical portal into the start and evolution of venture capital. He draws an invest... Spencer E. Ante, BusinessWeek editor and author, quotes excerpts from his book, <i>Creative Capital: Georges Doriot and the Birth of Venture Capital</i>, and offers a historical portal into the start and evolution of venture capital. He draws an investment timeline starting with the post-WWII economy, delves into the dominance of Silicon Valley, and discusses current recessionary activity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2108 What's it like to work inside Deloitte? Managing Partner Teresa Briggs offers insight into the organization and its community outreach programs, and focuses on strategies employed to create intimacy and accountability on a smaller scale. Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/briggs090128.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-01-28T00:00:00Z 00:52:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no What's it like to work inside Deloitte? Managing Partner Teresa Briggs offers insight into the organization and its community outreach programs, and focuses on strategies employed to create intimacy and accountability on a smaller scale. What's it like to work inside Deloitte? Managing Partner Teresa Briggs offers insight into the organization and its community outreach programs, and focuses on strategies employed to create intimacy and accountability on a smaller scale. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2107 The team behind Cooliris - CEO Soujanya Bhumkar, Product Manager Josh Schwarzapel, and CTO Austin Shoemaker - discuss in detail the launch and management of their innovative web-discovery business. Topics discussed include cultivating vigorous start-up energy, building monetization into the product, and building an effective and talented team. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/bhumkar090121.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-01-21T00:00:00Z 00:57:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no The team behind Cooliris - CEO Soujanya Bhumkar, Product Manager Josh Schwarzapel, and CTO Austin Shoemaker - discuss in detail the launch and management of their innovative web-discovery business. Topics discussed include cultivating vigorous start-up... The team behind Cooliris - CEO Soujanya Bhumkar, Product Manager Josh Schwarzapel, and CTO Austin Shoemaker - discuss in detail the launch and management of their innovative web-discovery business. Topics discussed include cultivating vigorous start-up energy, building monetization into the product, and building an effective and talented team. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2106 Hugh Martin, Chairman and CEO of Pacific Biosciences, looks back on the evolution of his career - from building computers to creating the future of medicine. Martin charts the lessons he learned working for large technology firms, as a leader in several successful start-ups, and while being courted by the VC community to launch a new wave in bioscience. Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/martin090114.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2009-01-14T00:00:00Z 00:54:30 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Hugh Martin, Chairman and CEO of Pacific Biosciences, looks back on the evolution of his career - from building computers to creating the future of medicine. Martin charts the lessons he learned working for large technology firms, as a leader in severa... Hugh Martin, Chairman and CEO of Pacific Biosciences, looks back on the evolution of his career - from building computers to creating the future of medicine. Martin charts the lessons he learned working for large technology firms, as a leader in several successful start-ups, and while being courted by the VC community to launch a new wave in bioscience. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2054 Tom Kelley, general manager at the world-renowned design firm, IDEO, presents five core practices that enhance creativity. Through entertaining stories and examples, he describes how these techniques help us all become more innovative in every aspect of our lives and lead to more success. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kelley081112.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-11-12T00:00:00Z 00:58:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Tom Kelley, general manager at the world-renowned design firm, IDEO, presents five core practices that enhance creativity. Through entertaining stories and examples, he describes how these techniques help us all become more innovative in every aspect o... Tom Kelley, general manager at the world-renowned design firm, IDEO, presents five core practices that enhance creativity. Through entertaining stories and examples, he describes how these techniques help us all become more innovative in every aspect of our lives and lead to more success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2053 As a research scientist at Stanford University, Anna Patterson committed herself to indexing the world's online information. Her latest venture, Cuil (pronounced "cool") is a search engine that is challenging Google. She explains how she is using her experience with startups and non-profits to take on her former employer. Wed, 5 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/patterson081105.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-11-05T00:00:00Z 00:55:20 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no As a research scientist at Stanford University, Anna Patterson committed herself to indexing the world's online information. Her latest venture, Cuil (pronounced "cool") is a search engine that is challenging Google. She explains how she is using her... As a research scientist at Stanford University, Anna Patterson committed herself to indexing the world's online information. Her latest venture, Cuil (pronounced "cool") is a search engine that is challenging Google. She explains how she is using her experience with startups and non-profits to take on her former employer. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2052 JLabs LLC CEO and author Judy Estrin puts the processes and philosophies of innovation under the microscope. Her current analysis indicates that we're short-changing the business arena and culture at large, as we've stopped planting the seeds for true, monumental invention and problem-solving. Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/estrin081029.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-10-29T00:00:00Z 00:58:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no JLabs LLC CEO and author Judy Estrin puts the processes and philosophies of innovation under the microscope. Her current analysis indicates that we're short-changing the business arena and culture at large, as we've stopped planting the seeds for true,... JLabs LLC CEO and author Judy Estrin puts the processes and philosophies of innovation under the microscope. Her current analysis indicates that we're short-changing the business arena and culture at large, as we've stopped planting the seeds for true, monumental invention and problem-solving. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2051 Toss the old notions of environmentalism into the recycling bin. Investor Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures shatters conventional wisdom of energy reduction, and instead encourages entrepreneurs to solve environmental problems via cost-effective, innovative, and scalable engineering. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/khosla081022.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-10-22T00:00:00Z 00:58:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Toss the old notions of environmentalism into the recycling bin. Investor Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures shatters conventional wisdom of energy reduction, and instead encourages entrepreneurs to solve environmental problems via cost-effective, innovat... Toss the old notions of environmentalism into the recycling bin. Investor Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures shatters conventional wisdom of energy reduction, and instead encourages entrepreneurs to solve environmental problems via cost-effective, innovative, and scalable engineering. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2050 How do we love all of the children of all species for all time? The unlikely answer comes from architect, materials designer, VC, and eco-efficiency expert William McDonough, who sees the challenge of cycling biological and technical "nutrients" as industry's ultimate goal. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/mcdonough081015.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-10-15T00:00:00Z 01:07:45 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no How do we love all of the children of all species for all time? The unlikely answer comes from architect, materials designer, VC, and eco-efficiency expert William McDonough, who sees the challenge of cycling biological and technical "nutrients" as ind... How do we love all of the children of all species for all time? The unlikely answer comes from architect, materials designer, VC, and eco-efficiency expert William McDonough, who sees the challenge of cycling biological and technical "nutrients" as industry's ultimate goal. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2049 Mohr Davidow Ventures partner Erik Straser offers insight on the unfolding sector of new energy technologies, and discusses how it will be affected by an economy in credit crisis. He unveils the market's high level of industrial innovation, and offers students of entrepreneurship sound advice on finding the next crest in grand socioeconomic opportunity. Wed, 8 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/straser081008.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-10-08T00:00:00Z 00:57:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no solar, nanosolar Mohr Davidow Ventures partner Erik Straser offers insight on the unfolding sector of new energy technologies, and discusses how it will be affected by an economy in credit crisis. He unveils the market's high level of industrial innovation, and offers ... Mohr Davidow Ventures partner Erik Straser offers insight on the unfolding sector of new energy technologies, and discusses how it will be affected by an economy in credit crisis. He unveils the market's high level of industrial innovation, and offers students of entrepreneurship sound advice on finding the next crest in grand socioeconomic opportunity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2048 Ninety-percent of Silicon Valley's start-ups fail not because of faulty product, but because they don't tap the right market and they don't know their customer. Well-seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank drafts a new model for plotting the path between good idea and market success. Wed, 1 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/blank081001.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-10-01T00:00:00Z 00:56:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no start-up, startup, customer development, business development Ninety-percent of Silicon Valley's start-ups fail not because of faulty product, but because they don't tap the right market and they don't know their customer. Well-seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank drafts a new model for plotting the path betw... Ninety-percent of Silicon Valley's start-ups fail not because of faulty product, but because they don't tap the right market and they don't know their customer. Well-seasoned serial entrepreneur Steve Blank drafts a new model for plotting the path between good idea and market success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1978 Beth Seidenberg, partner at venture firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, speaks at length about KPCB's current areas of interest, and its litmus test for projects worth supporting. Seidenberg also offers a case study of a life sciences firm moving from research lab toward market. Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/seidenberg080528.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-05-28T00:00:00Z 00:57:53 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Beth Seidenberg, partner at venture firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, speaks at length about KPCB's current areas of interest, and its litmus test for projects worth supporting. Seidenberg also offers a case study of a life sciences firm moving fr... Beth Seidenberg, partner at venture firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, speaks at length about KPCB's current areas of interest, and its litmus test for projects worth supporting. Seidenberg also offers a case study of a life sciences firm moving from research lab toward market. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1977 Amyris Biotechnologies CEO John Melo explains his company's endeavors in the sustainable sciences; working both to fight disease and to create renewable energies. Melo also reflects upon his personal career path, from immigrant, to start-up, to Big Oil - and back to start-up again. Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/melo080521.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-05-21T00:00:00Z 00:59:07 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Amyris Biotechnologies CEO John Melo explains his company's endeavors in the sustainable sciences; working both to fight disease and to create renewable energies. Melo also reflects upon his personal career path, from immigrant, to start-up, to Big Oil... Amyris Biotechnologies CEO John Melo explains his company's endeavors in the sustainable sciences; working both to fight disease and to create renewable energies. Melo also reflects upon his personal career path, from immigrant, to start-up, to Big Oil - and back to start-up again. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1976 In contrast to simply donating dollars for public relations benefit, in-house altruism today means ubiquitous dedication to real causes. Dr. Larry Brilliant, Executive Director for Google.org, points out that effective business-backed giving means global outreach, partnerships with experts at the heart of solving problems, and a dedicated percentage of gross income to keep these projects afloat. Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/brilliant080514.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-05-14T00:00:00Z 00:57:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no In contrast to simply donating dollars for public relations benefit, in-house altruism today means ubiquitous dedication to real causes. Dr. Larry Brilliant, Executive Director for Google.org, points out that effective business-backed giving means glob... In contrast to simply donating dollars for public relations benefit, in-house altruism today means ubiquitous dedication to real causes. Dr. Larry Brilliant, Executive Director for Google.org, points out that effective business-backed giving means global outreach, partnerships with experts at the heart of solving problems, and a dedicated percentage of gross income to keep these projects afloat. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1975 Just days after Yahoo! rejected Microsoft's bid, President Sue Decker unveils Yahoo!'s candid perspective on the news-making deal. Decker also points out the early Internet leader's strategic failures of the past, and details Yahoo!'s reinvention strategies in a competitive, advertising-driven online marketplace. Wed, 7 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/decker080507.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-05-07T00:00:00Z 00:57:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Just days after Yahoo! rejected Microsoft's bid, President Sue Decker unveils Yahoo!'s candid perspective on the news-making deal. Decker also points out the early Internet leader's strategic failures of the past, and details Yahoo!'s reinvention strat... Just days after Yahoo! rejected Microsoft's bid, President Sue Decker unveils Yahoo!'s candid perspective on the news-making deal. Decker also points out the early Internet leader's strategic failures of the past, and details Yahoo!'s reinvention strategies in a competitive, advertising-driven online marketplace. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1974 Documentary filmmakers Anand Chandrasekaran and Michaelene C. Risley discuss not only the inspiration for their film, <i>Tapestries of Hope</i>, but also some of the logistics of its production. Topics include fundraising strategies and how the film team overcame obstacles along the way. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/risley080430.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-04-30T00:00:00Z 00:47:34 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Documentary filmmakers Anand Chandrasekaran and Michaelene C. Risley discuss not only the inspiration for their film, <i>Tapestries of Hope</i>, but also some of the logistics of its production. Topics include fundraising strategies and how the film te... Documentary filmmakers Anand Chandrasekaran and Michaelene C. Risley discuss not only the inspiration for their film, <i>Tapestries of Hope</i>, but also some of the logistics of its production. Topics include fundraising strategies and how the film team overcame obstacles along the way. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1973 Today's revolutionary breakthroughs are yesterday's crazy ideas. And Peter Diamandis, chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation and entrepreneur behind numerous commercial space travel ventures, speaks at length about finding support for new business frontiers that, literally, are out of this world. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/diamandis080423.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-04-23T00:00:00Z 00:55:41 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Today's revolutionary breakthroughs are yesterday's crazy ideas. And Peter Diamandis, chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation and entrepreneur behind numerous commercial space travel ventures, speaks at length about finding support for new business ... Today's revolutionary breakthroughs are yesterday's crazy ideas. And Peter Diamandis, chairman and CEO of the X PRIZE Foundation and entrepreneur behind numerous commercial space travel ventures, speaks at length about finding support for new business frontiers that, literally, are out of this world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1972 David Rothkopf, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and author of <i>Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They are Making</i>, mulls over the research in his latest social macroeconomic tome. He iterates a wealth of trends and statistics on the ever-broadening gap between rich and poor, and how true global influence is the product of a shockingly small handful of global players. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/rothkopf080416.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-04-16T00:00:00Z 00:58:58 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no David Rothkopf, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and author of <i>Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They are Making</i>, mulls over the research in his latest social macroeconomic tome. He iterates a wealth of trends and statistics on the ever-br... David Rothkopf, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and author of <i>Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They are Making</i>, mulls over the research in his latest social macroeconomic tome. He iterates a wealth of trends and statistics on the ever-broadening gap between rich and poor, and how true global influence is the product of a shockingly small handful of global players. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1971 Jeff Housenbold, entrepreneur and CEO of Shutterfly, captures a candid snapshot of what it means to be an entrepreneur. He focuses on his multi-decade shift from finance to photos, and spotlights how Shutterfly shapes memories, rather than moves product. Wed, 9 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/housenbold080409.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-04-09T00:00:00Z 00:56:15 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Jeff Housenbold, entrepreneur and CEO of Shutterfly, captures a candid snapshot of what it means to be an entrepreneur. He focuses on his multi-decade shift from finance to photos, and spotlights how Shutterfly shapes memories, rather than moves product. Jeff Housenbold, entrepreneur and CEO of Shutterfly, captures a candid snapshot of what it means to be an entrepreneur. He focuses on his multi-decade shift from finance to photos, and spotlights how Shutterfly shapes memories, rather than moves product. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1908 An outstanding office culture trumps all, says Ken Wilcox, the CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, who heads the most noted financial hub for the technology sector. Wilcox discusses how his financial services institution has scaffolded against recession, and bullet points the uniqueness of commercial banking for the tech start-up. Wed, 5 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/wilcox080305.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-03-05T00:00:00Z 00:57:46 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no An outstanding office culture trumps all, says Ken Wilcox, the CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, who heads the most noted financial hub for the technology sector. Wilcox discusses how his financial services institution has scaffolded against recession, and b... An outstanding office culture trumps all, says Ken Wilcox, the CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, who heads the most noted financial hub for the technology sector. Wilcox discusses how his financial services institution has scaffolded against recession, and bullet points the uniqueness of commercial banking for the tech start-up. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1907 The co-founders of B Lab, Jay Coen Gilbert, Bart Houlahan, and Andrew Kassoy, unveil their infrastructure play that seeks to give voice to the burgeoning panoply of green business. They explain how a higher set of corporate standards accountable to the environment, employees, and the community, can craft a healthier corporate ecosystem for all. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/dunn080227.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-02-27T00:00:00Z 00:50:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no The co-founders of B Lab, Jay Coen Gilbert, Bart Houlahan, and Andrew Kassoy, unveil their infrastructure play that seeks to give voice to the burgeoning panoply of green business. They explain how a higher set of corporate standards accountable to th... The co-founders of B Lab, Jay Coen Gilbert, Bart Houlahan, and Andrew Kassoy, unveil their infrastructure play that seeks to give voice to the burgeoning panoply of green business. They explain how a higher set of corporate standards accountable to the environment, employees, and the community, can craft a healthier corporate ecosystem for all. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1906 Parallel entrepreneur Mir Imran, CEO of InCube Labs, has launched twenty companies - at times simultaneously. He shares his solutions-focused expertise and identifies the vitality and growth of the biomedical healthcare vertical. Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/imram080220.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-02-20T00:00:00Z 00:54:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Parallel entrepreneur Mir Imran, CEO of InCube Labs, has launched twenty companies - at times simultaneously. He shares his solutions-focused expertise and identifies the vitality and growth of the biomedical healthcare vertical. Parallel entrepreneur Mir Imran, CEO of InCube Labs, has launched twenty companies - at times simultaneously. He shares his solutions-focused expertise and identifies the vitality and growth of the biomedical healthcare vertical. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1905 Brett Crosby, Group Manager of Google Analytics, describes the ebb and flow of the process by which his web analytics company, Urchin, was acquired by Google. He also shares some inspirational lessons in making small business loom large. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/crosby080213.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-02-13T00:00:00Z 01:01:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Brett Crosby, Group Manager of Google Analytics, describes the ebb and flow of the process by which his web analytics company, Urchin, was acquired by Google. He also shares some inspirational lessons in making small business loom large. Brett Crosby, Group Manager of Google Analytics, describes the ebb and flow of the process by which his web analytics company, Urchin, was acquired by Google. He also shares some inspirational lessons in making small business loom large. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1904 The Humane Society of Silicon Valley had gone to the dogs before president Christine Benninger took hold of the leash in 1993. By nearly every metric - profits earned, animals saved, customers satisfied - she outlines how proven business practices transformed the HSSV into best of breed. Wed, 6 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/benninger080206.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-02-06T00:00:00Z 00:48:42 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no The Humane Society of Silicon Valley had gone to the dogs before president Christine Benninger took hold of the leash in 1993. By nearly every metric - profits earned, animals saved, customers satisfied - she outlines how proven business practices tra... The Humane Society of Silicon Valley had gone to the dogs before president Christine Benninger took hold of the leash in 1993. By nearly every metric - profits earned, animals saved, customers satisfied - she outlines how proven business practices transformed the HSSV into best of breed. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1903 Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank interviews MissionPoint Capital co-founder Jesse Fink. The two discuss the manifold investment opportunities in alternative energies and environmental conservation. Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/fink080130.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-01-30T00:00:00Z 00:57:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank interviews MissionPoint Capital co-founder Jesse Fink. The two discuss the manifold investment opportunities in alternative energies and environmental conservation. Retired serial entrepreneur Steve Blank interviews MissionPoint Capital co-founder Jesse Fink. The two discuss the manifold investment opportunities in alternative energies and environmental conservation. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1902 Experienced angel investors, Ron Conway, Founder of Angel Investors LP, and Mike Maples, Founder of Maples Investments, provide a rare look into the ins and outs of angel investing. Conway and Maples discuss how angel investors assess opportunities, provide assistance to entrepreneurs and transition start-ups to larger venture investments or exit. In addition, Conway and Maples provide advice to entrepreneurs about finding one's passion and developing that passion into new ventures, including insight into how much money to raise and how to manage that money after it is in the bank. Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/conwayMaples080123.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-01-23T00:00:00Z 01:00:13 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Experienced angel investors, Ron Conway, Founder of Angel Investors LP, and Mike Maples, Founder of Maples Investments, provide a rare look into the ins and outs of angel investing. Conway and Maples discuss how angel investors assess opportunities, pr... Experienced angel investors, Ron Conway, Founder of Angel Investors LP, and Mike Maples, Founder of Maples Investments, provide a rare look into the ins and outs of angel investing. Conway and Maples discuss how angel investors assess opportunities, provide assistance to entrepreneurs and transition start-ups to larger venture investments or exit. In addition, Conway and Maples provide advice to entrepreneurs about finding one's passion and developing that passion into new ventures, including insight into how much money to raise and how to manage that money after it is in the bank. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1901 Serial entrepreneur Mitch Kapor speaks about the fundamental principles of building successful companies by drawing on his experience as creator of Lotus 1-2-3, Chairman of Second Life, Founder of Foxmarks and a wealth of technical and social entrepreneurship knowledge. Kapor emphasizes the elements of company building that technology has changed, such as faster feedback cycles and lower barriers to entry, as well as the elements that remain the same, such as how to establish culture and trust. Kapor illuminates his observations with contemporary and historical examples that create a context-rich primer on building vibrant companies. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/kapor080116.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2008-01-16T00:00:00Z 00:55:24 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Serial entrepreneur Mitch Kapor speaks about the fundamental principles of building successful companies by drawing on his experience as creator of Lotus 1-2-3, Chairman of Second Life, Founder of Foxmarks and a wealth of technical and social entrepren... Serial entrepreneur Mitch Kapor speaks about the fundamental principles of building successful companies by drawing on his experience as creator of Lotus 1-2-3, Chairman of Second Life, Founder of Foxmarks and a wealth of technical and social entrepreneurship knowledge. Kapor emphasizes the elements of company building that technology has changed, such as faster feedback cycles and lower barriers to entry, as well as the elements that remain the same, such as how to establish culture and trust. Kapor illuminates his observations with contemporary and historical examples that create a context-rich primer on building vibrant companies. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1822 Ping Li from Accel and Ashwin Navin, the President and Co-Founder of BitTorrent, Inc. talk about BitTorrent's journey from an open-source project to being a global standard for delivering high-quality files over the Internet. He discusses how their team worked on changing the landscape of digital media distribution. His company evolved to provide a revenue proposition to some of the largest media companies in the world. Navin mentions the company's plan of scaling internationally in countries like Japan as being key to its success in the future. Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/navin071128.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-11-28T00:00:00Z 00:55:58 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Ping Li from Accel and Ashwin Navin, the President and Co-Founder of BitTorrent, Inc. talk about BitTorrent's journey from an open-source project to being a global standard for delivering high-quality files over the Internet. He discusses how their tea... Ping Li from Accel and Ashwin Navin, the President and Co-Founder of BitTorrent, Inc. talk about BitTorrent's journey from an open-source project to being a global standard for delivering high-quality files over the Internet. He discusses how their team worked on changing the landscape of digital media distribution. His company evolved to provide a revenue proposition to some of the largest media companies in the world. Navin mentions the company's plan of scaling internationally in countries like Japan as being key to its success in the future. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1821 Armen Berjikly, the Founder and CEO of The Experience Project, and Julio Vasconcellos, VP of Business Development discuss their experience of building a technology start-up that unites people who can improve each other's lives. Berjikly discusses how he built his new venture from fund raising to establishing the company infrastructure. He talks about the importance of hiring the right people to work in a start-up and illustrates the key role of a "Mentor Capitalist" in the journey of an entrepreneur. Berjikly also describes the financial and psychological challenges an entrepreneur faces while building a company. Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/berjikly071114.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-11-14T00:00:00Z 00:58:06 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Armen Berjikly, the Founder and CEO of The Experience Project, and Julio Vasconcellos, VP of Business Development discuss their experience of building a technology start-up that unites people who can improve each other's lives. Berjikly discusses how h... Armen Berjikly, the Founder and CEO of The Experience Project, and Julio Vasconcellos, VP of Business Development discuss their experience of building a technology start-up that unites people who can improve each other's lives. Berjikly discusses how he built his new venture from fund raising to establishing the company infrastructure. He talks about the importance of hiring the right people to work in a start-up and illustrates the key role of a "Mentor Capitalist" in the journey of an entrepreneur. Berjikly also describes the financial and psychological challenges an entrepreneur faces while building a company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1820 Larry Bawden is a co-founder of Jadoo Power, an innovative supplier of fuel cells, and Q1 Nanosytems, a next-generation photo-voltaics provider. Bawden addresses the new landscape in technology and energy and notes the pivotal role of newer technologies in the global economy. He talks about the four fundamental planetary crises - Global Warming, Peak Oil, Population Peak and Resource Depletion that are driving changes in world. Bawden also acknowledges the rise of third generation technology and the fundamental shifts in business that it has created. He believes that these changes have created a favorable environment to launch new ventures. Wed, 7 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/bawden071107.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-11-07T00:00:00Z 00:43:39 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Larry Bawden is a co-founder of Jadoo Power, an innovative supplier of fuel cells, and Q1 Nanosytems, a next-generation photo-voltaics provider. Bawden addresses the new landscape in technology and energy and notes the pivotal role of newer technologie... Larry Bawden is a co-founder of Jadoo Power, an innovative supplier of fuel cells, and Q1 Nanosytems, a next-generation photo-voltaics provider. Bawden addresses the new landscape in technology and energy and notes the pivotal role of newer technologies in the global economy. He talks about the four fundamental planetary crises - Global Warming, Peak Oil, Population Peak and Resource Depletion that are driving changes in world. Bawden also acknowledges the rise of third generation technology and the fundamental shifts in business that it has created. He believes that these changes have created a favorable environment to launch new ventures. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1819 Stan Christensen is a partner at <a href="http://arboradvisors.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Arbor Advisors</a>, an investment banking firm where he negotiates on behalf of mid-market technology companies. In this lecture, Christensen builds a framework and illuminates a few of the classical mistakes in negotiation. He defines negotiation as an attempt to persuade or influence a situation. He emphasizes relationship management and problem solving as being fundamental to negotiation. He also alludes to the conceptual framework by illustrating examples from his vast global experience. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/christensen071031.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-10-31T00:00:00Z 00:59:38 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stan Christensen is a partner at <a href="http://arboradvisors.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Arbor Advisors</a>, an investment banking firm where he negotiates on behalf of mid-market technology companies. In this lecture, Christensen builds a fr... Stan Christensen is a partner at <a href="http://arboradvisors.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Arbor Advisors</a>, an investment banking firm where he negotiates on behalf of mid-market technology companies. In this lecture, Christensen builds a framework and illuminates a few of the classical mistakes in negotiation. He defines negotiation as an attempt to persuade or influence a situation. He emphasizes relationship management and problem solving as being fundamental to negotiation. He also alludes to the conceptual framework by illustrating examples from his vast global experience. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1817 Dominic Orr is the President and CEO of Aruba Networks, a supplier of secure mobility and wireless Local Area Network (LAN) solutions for enterprises. Orr unveils Aruba's approach to building solutions for mobile workforces at Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies like Microsoft, NTT Data, and SAP. He articulates Aruba's strategies for competing with mammoths like Cisco, and emphasizes that speed of execution in this highly competitive market is key to his company's success. Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/orr071017.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-10-17T00:00:00Z 00:57:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Dominic Orr is the President and CEO of Aruba Networks, a supplier of secure mobility and wireless Local Area Network (LAN) solutions for enterprises. Orr unveils Aruba's approach to building solutions for mobile workforces at Fortune 500 and Global 20... Dominic Orr is the President and CEO of Aruba Networks, a supplier of secure mobility and wireless Local Area Network (LAN) solutions for enterprises. Orr unveils Aruba's approach to building solutions for mobile workforces at Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies like Microsoft, NTT Data, and SAP. He articulates Aruba's strategies for competing with mammoths like Cisco, and emphasizes that speed of execution in this highly competitive market is key to his company's success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1816 Martin Eberhard is the Co-Founder, President of Technology and former CEO of Tesla Motors, a company that produces the Tesla Roadster, a battery-powered electric sports car. Eberhard discusses his inspiring journey of diverse experiences in building Tesla Motors. He describes the lessons he learned: from the realization of doing something meaningful to thinking an idea through and aggressively following all leads. Tesla Motors which started with two employees is now more than 250 employees strong. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/eberhard071010.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-10-10T00:00:00Z 00:55:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Martin Eberhard is the Co-Founder, President of Technology and former CEO of Tesla Motors, a company that produces the Tesla Roadster, a battery-powered electric sports car. Eberhard discusses his inspiring journey of diverse experiences in building Te... Martin Eberhard is the Co-Founder, President of Technology and former CEO of Tesla Motors, a company that produces the Tesla Roadster, a battery-powered electric sports car. Eberhard discusses his inspiring journey of diverse experiences in building Tesla Motors. He describes the lessons he learned: from the realization of doing something meaningful to thinking an idea through and aggressively following all leads. Tesla Motors which started with two employees is now more than 250 employees strong. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1815 Donna Novitsky, CEO of Big Tent Design and a former venture capitalist at Mohr Davidow Ventures contrasts her experiences as an executive in a start-up, a venture capitalist and as an entrepreneur. Novitsky addresses the role of risk mitigation in investing in new ventures and the importance of having a singular focus, aligning company goals with funding requirements and team work in an entrepreneurial environment. Her motto, "Go big or don't go!" has driven her endeavors from her first job to her new venture. Wed, 3 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/novitsky071003.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-10-03T00:00:00Z 00:56:14 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Donna Novitsky, CEO of Big Tent Design and a former venture capitalist at Mohr Davidow Ventures contrasts her experiences as an executive in a start-up, a venture capitalist and as an entrepreneur. Novitsky addresses the role of risk mitigation in inve... Donna Novitsky, CEO of Big Tent Design and a former venture capitalist at Mohr Davidow Ventures contrasts her experiences as an executive in a start-up, a venture capitalist and as an entrepreneur. Novitsky addresses the role of risk mitigation in investing in new ventures and the importance of having a singular focus, aligning company goals with funding requirements and team work in an entrepreneurial environment. Her motto, "Go big or don't go!" has driven her endeavors from her first job to her new venture. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1715 In this audio podcast, Professor Bob Sutton discusses "breakthrough" ideas in his latest book about dealing with difficult and conflicting relationships in a work environment. Sutton describes strategies to deal with "jerks" in an organization, and he illustrates the application of his ideas by using real-world examples sourced from readers' email responses to his new book. Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/sutton070530.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-05-30T00:00:00Z 00:53:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no In this audio podcast, Professor Bob Sutton discusses "breakthrough" ideas in his latest book about dealing with difficult and conflicting relationships in a work environment. Sutton describes strategies to deal with "jerks" in an organization, and he ... In this audio podcast, Professor Bob Sutton discusses "breakthrough" ideas in his latest book about dealing with difficult and conflicting relationships in a work environment. Sutton describes strategies to deal with "jerks" in an organization, and he illustrates the application of his ideas by using real-world examples sourced from readers' email responses to his new book. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1683 Mitchell Baker, "Chief Lizard Wrangler" at Mozilla, discusses the organization's unique, community-based culture and how it has contributed to their success. She explains how freedom, openness, and dedication to improving Internet usability fosters extraordinary contributions from Mozilla's employees and volunteers. Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/baker070523.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-05-23T00:00:00Z 00:58:42 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Mitchell Baker, "Chief Lizard Wrangler" at Mozilla, discusses the organization's unique, community-based culture and how it has contributed to their success. She explains how freedom, openness, and dedication to improving Internet usability fosters ext... Mitchell Baker, "Chief Lizard Wrangler" at Mozilla, discusses the organization's unique, community-based culture and how it has contributed to their success. She explains how freedom, openness, and dedication to improving Internet usability fosters extraordinary contributions from Mozilla's employees and volunteers. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1681 Warren Packard, Managing Director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, and Andrew Frame, CEO of Ooma, present 10 lessons for building a successful start-up. They highlight the importance of dislocating large markets, active recruiting, organizational design, board construction, alignment of vision, managing mis-hires, building for scalability, product development, intellectual capital, and mentorship in establishing a lasting enterprise that adds value in the marketplace. Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/frame070516.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-05-16T00:00:00Z 00:55:28 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Warren Packard, Managing Director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, and Andrew Frame, CEO of Ooma, present 10 lessons for building a successful start-up. They highlight the importance of dislocating large markets, active recruiting, organizational design, bo... Warren Packard, Managing Director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, and Andrew Frame, CEO of Ooma, present 10 lessons for building a successful start-up. They highlight the importance of dislocating large markets, active recruiting, organizational design, board construction, alignment of vision, managing mis-hires, building for scalability, product development, intellectual capital, and mentorship in establishing a lasting enterprise that adds value in the marketplace. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1680 Former California State Senator Jackie Speier and best-selling author Deborah Collins Stephens share engaging stories about taking risks, learning from failure, overcoming adversity, and challenging the status quo based on their extensive leadership experience. Wed, 9 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/speier070509.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-05-09T00:00:00Z 00:59:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Former California State Senator Jackie Speier and best-selling author Deborah Collins Stephens share engaging stories about taking risks, learning from failure, overcoming adversity, and challenging the status quo based on their extensive leadership ex... Former California State Senator Jackie Speier and best-selling author Deborah Collins Stephens share engaging stories about taking risks, learning from failure, overcoming adversity, and challenging the status quo based on their extensive leadership experience. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1679 Carly Fiorina, CEO of Hewlett Packard (1999-2005), discusses her leadership experience in her journey from the job of a secretary to the leader of one of the biggest technology companies in the world. Fiorina describes ways in which leadership in business and entrepreneurship entails developing an appetite for risk and overcoming the fear of change. Fiorina concludes with a message that leadership is about building capability, collaboration and character. Wed, 2 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/fiorina070502.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-05-02T00:00:00Z 01:11:40 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Carly Fiorina, CEO of Hewlett Packard (1999-2005), discusses her leadership experience in her journey from the job of a secretary to the leader of one of the biggest technology companies in the world. Fiorina describes ways in which leadership in busin... Carly Fiorina, CEO of Hewlett Packard (1999-2005), discusses her leadership experience in her journey from the job of a secretary to the leader of one of the biggest technology companies in the world. Fiorina describes ways in which leadership in business and entrepreneurship entails developing an appetite for risk and overcoming the fear of change. Fiorina concludes with a message that leadership is about building capability, collaboration and character. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1684 Shai Agassi discusses his entrepreneurial journey from the enterprise software industry to his current work in clean energy. In the process, he describes the "physics of startups", drawing parallels between principles of business and the laws of physics. He emphasizes the importance of acting on an idea before it's adopted by the mainstream and navigating the inevitable uncertainties that can result in success or failure. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/agassi070425.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-04-25T00:00:00Z 00:47:16 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Shai Agassi discusses his entrepreneurial journey from the enterprise software industry to his current work in clean energy. In the process, he describes the "physics of startups", drawing parallels between principles of business and the laws of physic... Shai Agassi discusses his entrepreneurial journey from the enterprise software industry to his current work in clean energy. In the process, he describes the "physics of startups", drawing parallels between principles of business and the laws of physics. He emphasizes the importance of acting on an idea before it's adopted by the mainstream and navigating the inevitable uncertainties that can result in success or failure. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1678 Mark Jung, former internet CEO and entrepreneur, discusses the personal and professional challenges in the five phases of a startup. Jung explores these phases, namely inception, growth, setback, rejuvenation and transition. He advises that the first stop is not the last stop, and an entrepreneur should continuously share confidence and faith with the organization while facing challenges. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/jung070418.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-04-18T00:00:00Z 00:54:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Mark Jung, former internet CEO and entrepreneur, discusses the personal and professional challenges in the five phases of a startup. Jung explores these phases, namely inception, growth, setback, rejuvenation and transition. He advises that the first s... Mark Jung, former internet CEO and entrepreneur, discusses the personal and professional challenges in the five phases of a startup. Jung explores these phases, namely inception, growth, setback, rejuvenation and transition. He advises that the first stop is not the last stop, and an entrepreneur should continuously share confidence and faith with the organization while facing challenges. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1677 Dr. William J. Perry, former Secretary of Defense discusses lessons in leadership reminding us that a pivotal point in management is realizing that "It's your ship" and your own "crew". Perry draws parallels from his experience in business as an entrepreneur and in the government in various critical technology development roles and most recently as the Secretary of Defense (1994-1997). Perry ends with an incisive management principle applicable both in the corporate world and the government - "Take care of your troops and they will take care of you." Wed, 11 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/perry070411.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-04-11T00:00:00Z 00:59:33 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Dr. William J. Perry, former Secretary of Defense discusses lessons in leadership reminding us that a pivotal point in management is realizing that "It's your ship" and your own "crew". Perry draws parallels from his experience in business as an entrep... Dr. William J. Perry, former Secretary of Defense discusses lessons in leadership reminding us that a pivotal point in management is realizing that "It's your ship" and your own "crew". Perry draws parallels from his experience in business as an entrepreneur and in the government in various critical technology development roles and most recently as the Secretary of Defense (1994-1997). Perry ends with an incisive management principle applicable both in the corporate world and the government - "Take care of your troops and they will take care of you." Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1653 Prominent industry leaders team up with Stanford Faculty to discuss entrepreneurial solutions to problems in the areas of international affairs, human health and the environment. They tackle world issues from a global and technical perspective beyond the usual bureaucratic approach with a special focus on developing nations. Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/eweek070228.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-02-28T00:00:00Z 01:22:44 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Prominent industry leaders team up with Stanford Faculty to discuss entrepreneurial solutions to problems in the areas of international affairs, human health and the environment. They tackle world issues from a global and technical perspective beyond ... Prominent industry leaders team up with Stanford Faculty to discuss entrepreneurial solutions to problems in the areas of international affairs, human health and the environment. They tackle world issues from a global and technical perspective beyond the usual bureaucratic approach with a special focus on developing nations. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1652 Steve Burrill, CEO of Burrill & Co., provides an overview of the life sciences industry, reflecting on insights he has gained throughout his career. Along the way, he shares his laws of survival and anecdotes that relate the keys to his success in the areas of biotechnology, venture capital and merchant banking. Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/burrill070221.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-02-21T00:00:00Z 01:02:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Steve Burrill, CEO of Burrill & Co., provides an overview of the life sciences industry, reflecting on insights he has gained throughout his career. Along the way, he shares his laws of survival and anecdotes that relate the keys to his success in the ... Steve Burrill, CEO of Burrill & Co., provides an overview of the life sciences industry, reflecting on insights he has gained throughout his career. Along the way, he shares his laws of survival and anecdotes that relate the keys to his success in the areas of biotechnology, venture capital and merchant banking. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1651 Greg Waldorf, CEO of the online matchmaking service eHarmony.com, describes the essential components of a successful entrepreneurial career. He believes that working with great people, taking risks, adaptability, passion and timely execution of plans can lead to success for entrepreneurs. He draws parallels between the satisfaction found through finding the right career path and a fulfilling relationship. Wed, 14 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/waldorf070214.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-02-14T00:00:00Z 01:00:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Greg Waldorf, CEO of the online matchmaking service eHarmony.com, describes the essential components of a successful entrepreneurial career. He believes that working with great people, taking risks, adaptability, passion and timely execution of plans c... Greg Waldorf, CEO of the online matchmaking service eHarmony.com, describes the essential components of a successful entrepreneurial career. He believes that working with great people, taking risks, adaptability, passion and timely execution of plans can lead to success for entrepreneurs. He draws parallels between the satisfaction found through finding the right career path and a fulfilling relationship. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1650 In this candid entrepreneurial narrative, Reid Hoffman describes his journey from academia to PayPal, to finally founding the professional networking site LinkedIn. Hoffman suggests that to be a successful entrepreneur you have to take risks where others wouldn't and be willing to deviate from the beaten path. Wed, 7 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/hoffman070207.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-02-07T00:00:00Z 01:03:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no In this candid entrepreneurial narrative, Reid Hoffman describes his journey from academia to PayPal, to finally founding the professional networking site LinkedIn. Hoffman suggests that to be a successful entrepreneur you have to take risks where othe... In this candid entrepreneurial narrative, Reid Hoffman describes his journey from academia to PayPal, to finally founding the professional networking site LinkedIn. Hoffman suggests that to be a successful entrepreneur you have to take risks where others wouldn't and be willing to deviate from the beaten path. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1649 Ray Lane, General Partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Ron Bloom, CEO of PodShow, describe their relationship in building an online media entertainment company focused on meeting the fast-changing demands of today's web users. Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/bloom070131.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-01-31T00:00:00Z 01:01:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Ray Lane, General Partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Ron Bloom, CEO of PodShow, describe their relationship in building an online media entertainment company focused on meeting the fast-changing demands of today's web users. Ray Lane, General Partner at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Ron Bloom, CEO of PodShow, describe their relationship in building an online media entertainment company focused on meeting the fast-changing demands of today's web users. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1648 Tien Tzuo, Chief Strategy Officer for Salesforce.com, describes seven lessons for transforming an enterprise software business from a traditional direct sales model to one which leverages the internet to produce in-bound sales. He stresses the awareness cycle for Salesforce.com's products, free-trial offers, onion-based product design and the continuing importance of events in the complex enterprise software industry. Wed, 24 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/tzuo070124.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-01-24T00:00:00Z 00:52:20 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no enterprise software, crm Tien Tzuo, Chief Strategy Officer for Salesforce.com, describes seven lessons for transforming an enterprise software business from a traditional direct sales model to one which leverages the internet to produce in-bound sales. He stresses the awarenes... Tien Tzuo, Chief Strategy Officer for Salesforce.com, describes seven lessons for transforming an enterprise software business from a traditional direct sales model to one which leverages the internet to produce in-bound sales. He stresses the awareness cycle for Salesforce.com's products, free-trial offers, onion-based product design and the continuing importance of events in the complex enterprise software industry. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1647 Janice Roberts, General Partner at Mayfield, discusses how Mayfield is going global and carefully evaluating opportunities in countries like India and China. She stresses the importance of accessing the needs of young customers who are embracing new technologies at an extremely fast pace and demanding more products and services. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.stanford.edu/group/edcorner/uploads/podcast/roberts070117.mp3 Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2007-01-17T00:00:00Z 00:49:11 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Janice Roberts, General Partner at Mayfield, discusses how Mayfield is going global and carefully evaluating opportunities in countries like India and China. She stresses the importance of accessing the needs of young customers who are embracing new te... Janice Roberts, General Partner at Mayfield, discusses how Mayfield is going global and carefully evaluating opportunities in countries like India and China. She stresses the importance of accessing the needs of young customers who are embracing new technologies at an extremely fast pace and demanding more products and services. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1581 In a humble and anecdotal talk, Scott Kriens, CEO of Juniper Networks, walks through the founding and growth of the company. He provides insight on a variety of issues ranging from the power of strong markets, to personal growth, to globalization and net neutrality. Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800 scott kriens Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-11-29T00:00:00Z 00:56:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no In a humble and anecdotal talk, Scott Kriens, CEO of Juniper Networks, walks through the founding and growth of the company. He provides insight on a variety of issues ranging from the power of strong markets, to personal growth, to globalization and ... In a humble and anecdotal talk, Scott Kriens, CEO of Juniper Networks, walks through the founding and growth of the company. He provides insight on a variety of issues ranging from the power of strong markets, to personal growth, to globalization and net neutrality. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1580 Greg Ballard, a veteran entrepreneur and currently the CEO of Glu Mobile, shares his business insights on products, people and values through a variety of enlightening and entertaining anecdotes. Wed, 15 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800 greg ballard Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-11-15T00:00:00Z 01:00:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Greg Ballard, a veteran entrepreneur and currently the CEO of Glu Mobile, shares his business insights on products, people and values through a variety of enlightening and entertaining anecdotes. Greg Ballard, a veteran entrepreneur and currently the CEO of Glu Mobile, shares his business insights on products, people and values through a variety of enlightening and entertaining anecdotes. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1579 Nick Earl, Vice President and General Manager of Electronic Arts shares his thoughts on the future of the gaming market. He discusses the changing global market space, the latest generation of consoles, mobile game distribution, user generated content, social networks and EA's strategy in the online gaming space. Wed, 8 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800 nick earl Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-11-08T00:00:00Z 01:04:26 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Nick Earl, Vice President and General Manager of Electronic Arts shares his thoughts on the future of the gaming market. He discusses the changing global market space, the latest generation of consoles, mobile game distribution, user generated content,... Nick Earl, Vice President and General Manager of Electronic Arts shares his thoughts on the future of the gaming market. He discusses the changing global market space, the latest generation of consoles, mobile game distribution, user generated content, social networks and EA's strategy in the online gaming space. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1578 Joe McCracken, Vice President of Business Development at Genentech, walks through the founding and growth phase of the company. In particular, McCracken describes the culture at Genentech, which is credited for consistent ground breaking R&D and the resulting financial success. Wed, 1 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0800 joe mccracken Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-11-01T00:00:00Z 00:58:52 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Joe McCracken, Vice President of Business Development at Genentech, walks through the founding and growth phase of the company. In particular, McCracken describes the culture at Genentech, which is credited for consistent ground breaking R&D and the r... Joe McCracken, Vice President of Business Development at Genentech, walks through the founding and growth phase of the company. In particular, McCracken describes the culture at Genentech, which is credited for consistent ground breaking R&D and the resulting financial success. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1576 Jim Breyer, a partner at Accel Investments, interviews Chris Larsen, the founder and CEO of Prosper - America's first people-to-people lending marketplace. Ranging from regulation to global financial markets, Larsen shares a wide variety of experiences in founding both e-Loan.com and Prosper. Wed, 25 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0700 chris larsen Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-10-25T00:00:00Z 00:55:43 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Jim Breyer, a partner at Accel Investments, interviews Chris Larsen, the founder and CEO of Prosper - America's first people-to-people lending marketplace. Ranging from regulation to global financial markets, Larsen shares a wide variety of experiences... Jim Breyer, a partner at Accel Investments, interviews Chris Larsen, the founder and CEO of Prosper - America's first people-to-people lending marketplace. Ranging from regulation to global financial markets, Larsen shares a wide variety of experiences in founding both e-Loan.com and Prosper. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1575 Rick Wallace, recently appointed CEO of KLA-Tencor, shares his management philosophy and the key to the company's success over the last 30 years. He stresses the importance of having a clear vision, distinct values and a well defined strategy to take care of his key constituencies: employees, customers and shareholders. Wed, 18 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0700 rick wallace Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-10-18T00:00:00Z 00:56:51 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Rick Wallace, recently appointed CEO of KLA-Tencor, shares his management philosophy and the key to the company's success over the last 30 years. He stresses the importance of having a clear vision, distinct values and a well defined strategy to take ... Rick Wallace, recently appointed CEO of KLA-Tencor, shares his management philosophy and the key to the company's success over the last 30 years. He stresses the importance of having a clear vision, distinct values and a well defined strategy to take care of his key constituencies: employees, customers and shareholders. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1577 Kathy Eisenhardt, co-director of Stanford Technology Ventures Program and professor in Management Science and Engineering, shares results from her research regarding successful ventures, addressing fundamental issues such as team building, market creation and financing. Wed, 4 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0700 kathy eisenhardt Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-10-04T00:00:00Z 00:50:50 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Kathy Eisenhardt, co-director of Stanford Technology Ventures Program and professor in Management Science and Engineering, shares results from her research regarding successful ventures, addressing fundamental issues such as team building, market creat... Kathy Eisenhardt, co-director of Stanford Technology Ventures Program and professor in Management Science and Engineering, shares results from her research regarding successful ventures, addressing fundamental issues such as team building, market creation and financing. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1612 Robert Sutton, Co-Director of the Center for Work, Technology, and Organization at Stanford University focuses on what it takes to stimulate innovation and creativity in the workplace and relates the key points from his book "Weird Ideas that Work." Sat, 26 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0700 bob sutton Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-08-26T00:00:00Z 00:56:19 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Robert Sutton, Co-Director of the Center for Work, Technology, and Organization at Stanford University focuses on what it takes to stimulate innovation and creativity in the workplace and relates the key points from his book "Weird Ideas that Work." Robert Sutton, Co-Director of the Center for Work, Technology, and Organization at Stanford University focuses on what it takes to stimulate innovation and creativity in the workplace and relates the key points from his book "Weird Ideas that Work." Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1552 Gil Penchina, CEO of Wikia, and an 8-year veteran of eBay, contrasts his experiences and lessons of working in a big company with heading a small start-up. Wed, 7 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0700 gil penchina Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-06-07T00:00:00Z 00:55:36 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Gil Penchina, CEO of Wikia, and an 8-year veteran of eBay, contrasts his experiences and lessons of working in a big company with heading a small start-up. Gil Penchina, CEO of Wikia, and an 8-year veteran of eBay, contrasts his experiences and lessons of working in a big company with heading a small start-up. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1555 Ryan Phelan, founder and CEO of DNA Direct, shares her thoughts on entrepreneurship, both for-profit and not-for-profit, based on her experience launching groundbreaking healthcare initiatives that provide public access to comprehensive medical information and genetic testing. Wed, 31 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 ryan phelan Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-05-31T00:00:00Z 00:53:40 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Ryan Phelan, founder and CEO of DNA Direct, shares her thoughts on entrepreneurship, both for-profit and not-for-profit, based on her experience launching groundbreaking healthcare initiatives that provide public access to comprehensive medical informa... Ryan Phelan, founder and CEO of DNA Direct, shares her thoughts on entrepreneurship, both for-profit and not-for-profit, based on her experience launching groundbreaking healthcare initiatives that provide public access to comprehensive medical information and genetic testing. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1554 Marissa Mayer, Vice President of Search Products and User Experience at Google, shares nine lessons learned about fostering creative ideas and innovation based on her experience developing highly successful Web applications at Google. Wed, 17 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 marissa mayer Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-05-17T00:00:00Z 00:47:53 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Marissa Mayer, Vice President of Search Products and User Experience at Google, shares nine lessons learned about fostering creative ideas and innovation based on her experience developing highly successful Web applications at Google. Marissa Mayer, Vice President of Search Products and User Experience at Google, shares nine lessons learned about fostering creative ideas and innovation based on her experience developing highly successful Web applications at Google. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1553 Pam Marrone, founder of AgraQuest, relates the challenges and rewards she experienced in building a successful biotechnology company that specializes in ecologically friendly agricultural products. Wed, 10 May 2006 00:00:00 -0700 pam marrone Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-05-10T00:00:00Z 00:48:56 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Pam Marrone, founder of AgraQuest, relates the challenges and rewards she experienced in building a successful biotechnology company that specializes in ecologically friendly agricultural products. Pam Marrone, founder of AgraQuest, relates the challenges and rewards she experienced in building a successful biotechnology company that specializes in ecologically friendly agricultural products. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1551 Stephanie Keller-Bottom, Director of Nokia Innovent, shares experiences and lessons learned in founding Innovent, Nokia's entrepreneurial innovation unit that explores emerging markets and the opportunities they create. Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0700 stephanie keller-bottom Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-04-26T00:00:00Z 00:47:05 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stephanie Keller-Bottom, Director of Nokia Innovent, shares experiences and lessons learned in founding Innovent, Nokia's entrepreneurial innovation unit that explores emerging markets and the opportunities they create. Stephanie Keller-Bottom, Director of Nokia Innovent, shares experiences and lessons learned in founding Innovent, Nokia's entrepreneurial innovation unit that explores emerging markets and the opportunities they create. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1550 Katie Rodan, co-founder of Proactiv Solution talks about her personal journey from a resident in the medical school program to an entrepreneur. She shares the trials and tribulations of her experience in the creation of Proactiv, a globally recognized skin care product. Wed, 19 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0700 katie rodan Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-04-19T00:00:00Z 00:51:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Katie Rodan, co-founder of Proactiv Solution talks about her personal journey from a resident in the medical school program to an entrepreneur. She shares the trials and tribulations of her experience in the creation of Proactiv, a globally recognized ... Katie Rodan, co-founder of Proactiv Solution talks about her personal journey from a resident in the medical school program to an entrepreneur. She shares the trials and tribulations of her experience in the creation of Proactiv, a globally recognized skin care product. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1549 Tina Seelig, Executive Director for the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, provides insights on life, leadership, and the little things that make a big difference in an entrepreneurial setting. Wed, 12 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0700 tina seelig Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-04-12T00:00:00Z 00:41:47 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Tina Seelig, Executive Director for the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, provides insights on life, leadership, and the little things that make a big difference in an entrepreneurial setting. Tina Seelig, Executive Director for the Stanford Technology Ventures Program, provides insights on life, leadership, and the little things that make a big difference in an entrepreneurial setting. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1556 John Roos, CEO of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich and Rosati, has represented many major Silicon Valley companies during mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, strategic alliances, and joint ventures. In this lecture, he describes many of the lessons he's learned since joining the firm in 1988, including building a brand, taking risks, and the importance of integrity. Wed, 8 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0800 john roos Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-03-08T00:00:00Z 00:54:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no John Roos, CEO of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich and Rosati, has represented many major Silicon Valley companies during mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, strategic alliances, and joint ventures. In this lecture, he describes many of the less... John Roos, CEO of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich and Rosati, has represented many major Silicon Valley companies during mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, strategic alliances, and joint ventures. In this lecture, he describes many of the lessons he's learned since joining the firm in 1988, including building a brand, taking risks, and the importance of integrity. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1557 Carol Bartz, Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO of Autodesk for the past 14 years, reflects on her experience of running one of the largest PC software companies in the world while finding a balance between her career and personal life. She also stresses the importance of continued learning and addresses the challenges of succeeding in a global market. Wed, 1 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0800 carol bartz Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-03-01T00:00:00Z 00:43:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Carol Bartz, Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO of Autodesk for the past 14 years, reflects on her experience of running one of the largest PC software companies in the world while finding a balance between her career and personal life. She also s... Carol Bartz, Executive Chairman of the Board and CEO of Autodesk for the past 14 years, reflects on her experience of running one of the largest PC software companies in the world while finding a balance between her career and personal life. She also stresses the importance of continued learning and addresses the challenges of succeeding in a global market. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1558 Michael Goldberg, General Partner at Mohr Davidow Ventures and Founder of Axion Inc., shares lessons learned through his 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and investor in the life sciences industry. Wed, 22 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0800 michael goldberg Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-02-22T00:00:00Z 00:50:55 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Michael Goldberg, General Partner at Mohr Davidow Ventures and Founder of Axion Inc., shares lessons learned through his 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and investor in the life sciences industry. Michael Goldberg, General Partner at Mohr Davidow Ventures and Founder of Axion Inc., shares lessons learned through his 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and investor in the life sciences industry. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1559 Chong-Moon Lee, chairman and CEO of Ambex Venture Group, and founder of Diamond Multimedia Systems, describes his path to becoming one of the most distinguished entrepreneurs and philanthropists in Silicon Valley. Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0800 chong-moon lee Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-02-15T00:00:00Z 00:56:02 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Chong-Moon Lee, chairman and CEO of Ambex Venture Group, and founder of Diamond Multimedia Systems, describes his path to becoming one of the most distinguished entrepreneurs and philanthropists in Silicon Valley. Chong-Moon Lee, chairman and CEO of Ambex Venture Group, and founder of Diamond Multimedia Systems, describes his path to becoming one of the most distinguished entrepreneurs and philanthropists in Silicon Valley. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1560 Kim Popovits, President and COO of Genomic Health, Inc., discusses the organizational and technological strategies that have contributed to her success in the biopharmaceutical industry. Wed, 8 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0800 kim popovits Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-02-08T00:00:00Z 00:51:22 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Kim Popovits, President and COO of Genomic Health, Inc., discusses the organizational and technological strategies that have contributed to her success in the biopharmaceutical industry. Kim Popovits, President and COO of Genomic Health, Inc., discusses the organizational and technological strategies that have contributed to her success in the biopharmaceutical industry. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1561 Janice Fraser, CEO and a founding partner of Adaptive Path, discusses the entrepreneurial leadership qualities that have contributed to the success of her user experience consulting company. Wed, 1 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0800 janice fraser Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-02-01T00:00:00Z 00:55:29 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Janice Fraser, CEO and a founding partner of Adaptive Path, discusses the entrepreneurial leadership qualities that have contributed to the success of her user experience consulting company. Janice Fraser, CEO and a founding partner of Adaptive Path, discusses the entrepreneurial leadership qualities that have contributed to the success of her user experience consulting company. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1562 Jeff and Bobby Beaver, Co-founders of Zazzle and graduates of Stanford University, describe their story and entrepreneurial experiences in building an internet start-up. They discuss the passion, dedication and the power of small teams in achieving a vision. Wed, 25 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 jeff and bobby beaver Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-01-25T00:00:00Z 00:53:03 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Jeff and Bobby Beaver, Co-founders of Zazzle and graduates of Stanford University, describe their story and entrepreneurial experiences in building an internet start-up. They discuss the passion, dedication and the power of small teams in achieving a v... Jeff and Bobby Beaver, Co-founders of Zazzle and graduates of Stanford University, describe their story and entrepreneurial experiences in building an internet start-up. They discuss the passion, dedication and the power of small teams in achieving a vision. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1563 Stanford University professor, Tom Byers, discusses ten enduring success factors of high-technology entrepreneurship, including planning, teamwork, venture financing, leadership, cash flow, market positioning, partnerships, and identifying business opportunities. Wed, 18 Jan 2006 00:00:00 -0800 tom byers Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2006-01-18T00:00:00Z 00:52:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Stanford University professor, Tom Byers, discusses ten enduring success factors of high-technology entrepreneurship, including planning, teamwork, venture financing, leadership, cash flow, market positioning, partnerships, and identifying business opp... Stanford University professor, Tom Byers, discusses ten enduring success factors of high-technology entrepreneurship, including planning, teamwork, venture financing, leadership, cash flow, market positioning, partnerships, and identifying business opportunities. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1564 Frank Ricks, Founder of LRK Architecture, discusses design and creating value for clients while using creative leadership to increase the firm from seven to a hundred and sixty employees. Wed, 16 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0800 frank ricks Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-11-16T00:00:00Z 00:56:49 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Frank Ricks, Founder of LRK Architecture, discusses design and creating value for clients while using creative leadership to increase the firm from seven to a hundred and sixty employees. Frank Ricks, Founder of LRK Architecture, discusses design and creating value for clients while using creative leadership to increase the firm from seven to a hundred and sixty employees. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1565 Kim Polese, CEO of SpikeSource, describes her twenty years of experience in developing software in Silicon Valley including Java development with Sun Microsystems. She also discusses SpikeSource's relationship with the open source community. Wed, 9 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0800 kim polese Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-11-09T00:00:00Z 00:58:46 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Kim Polese, CEO of SpikeSource, describes her twenty years of experience in developing software in Silicon Valley including Java development with Sun Microsystems. She also discusses SpikeSource's relationship with the open source community. Kim Polese, CEO of SpikeSource, describes her twenty years of experience in developing software in Silicon Valley including Java development with Sun Microsystems. She also discusses SpikeSource's relationship with the open source community. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1566 Lonnie Smith, President and CEO of Intuitive Surgical, discusses Intuitive's path from start-up to market dominance in the field of surgical robotics. Wed, 2 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0800 lonnie smith Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-11-02T00:00:00Z 00:50:21 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Lonnie Smith, President and CEO of Intuitive Surgical, discusses Intuitive's path from start-up to market dominance in the field of surgical robotics. Lonnie Smith, President and CEO of Intuitive Surgical, discusses Intuitive's path from start-up to market dominance in the field of surgical robotics. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1567 Mark Zuckerberg, founder of TheFacebook, is interviewed by VC, Jim Breyer, Managing Partner of Accel. Mark describes what it was like to leave Harvard to venture into a business to build a social utility tool for college students around the world. Wed, 26 Oct 2005 00:00:00 -0700 mark zuckerberg Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-10-26T00:00:00Z 00:56:24 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Mark Zuckerberg, founder of TheFacebook, is interviewed by VC, Jim Breyer, Managing Partner of Accel. Mark describes what it was like to leave Harvard to venture into a business to build a social utility tool for college students around the world. Mark Zuckerberg, founder of TheFacebook, is interviewed by VC, Jim Breyer, Managing Partner of Accel. Mark describes what it was like to leave Harvard to venture into a business to build a social utility tool for college students around the world. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1568 Joe Liemandt, founder, President and CEO of Trilogy, describes the passion and perseverance it took to take his enterprise software company from a five-person start-up to a global industry leader. Wed, 19 Oct 2005 00:00:00 -0700 joe liemandt Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-10-19T00:00:00Z 00:56:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no Joe Liemandt, founder, President and CEO of Trilogy, describes the passion and perseverance it took to take his enterprise software company from a five-person start-up to a global industry leader. Joe Liemandt, founder, President and CEO of Trilogy, describes the passion and perseverance it took to take his enterprise software company from a five-person start-up to a global industry leader. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1569 Evan Williams, Co-founder and CEO of Odeo, discusses his views on the opportunities and challenges in the quickly emerging technology of Podcasting. Wed, 12 Oct 2005 00:00:00 -0700 evan williams Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-10-12T00:00:00Z 00:56:57 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no null Evan Williams, Co-founder and CEO of Odeo, discusses his views on the opportunities and challenges in the quickly emerging technology of Podcasting. Evan Williams, Co-founder and CEO of Odeo, discusses his views on the opportunities and challenges in the quickly emerging technology of Podcasting. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1570 Geoff Davis, founder and CEO of Unitus, talks about microfinance at the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series emphasizing the relevance and potential of this field. Wed, 5 Oct 2005 00:00:00 -0700 geoff davis Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-10-05T00:00:00Z 00:51:41 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no null Geoff Davis, founder and CEO of Unitus, talks about microfinance at the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series emphasizing the relevance and potential of this field. Geoff Davis, founder and CEO of Unitus, talks about microfinance at the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series emphasizing the relevance and potential of this field. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1571 Randy Komisar of KPCB and Debra Dunn, previously of HP, discuss entrepreneurship during the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series. Wed, 25 May 2005 00:00:00 -0700 randy komisar and debra dunn Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-05-25T00:00:00Z 01:03:27 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no null Randy Komisar of KPCB and Debra Dunn, previously of HP, discuss entrepreneurship during the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series. Randy Komisar of KPCB and Debra Dunn, previously of HP, discuss entrepreneurship during the Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series. Podcast http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=1572 Jeff Hawkins, founder of Palm Computing and director of the Redwood Neuroscience Institute, speaks at Stanford University's Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series. Wed, 18 May 2005 00:00:00 -0700 jeff-hawkins-on-entrepreneurship Stanford Technology Ventures Program 2005-05-18T00:00:00Z 00:54:48 Stanford Technology Ventures Program no null Jeff Hawkins, founder of Palm Computing and director of the Redwood Neuroscience Institute, speaks at Stanford University's Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series. Jeff Hawkins, founder of Palm Computing and director of the Redwood Neuroscience Institute, speaks at Stanford University's Entrepreneurial Thought Leader lecture series.