Tag: Deep-Tech

Dawn Haynes is the CEO of Stardust Studio, a nonprofit accelerator for early-stage tech startups. In this episode, Dawn shares her journey from pioneering transatlantic leisure travel to leading a team focused on helping founders build scalable, sustainable businesses. She discusses the importance of problem-solving, resilience, and embracing feedback, along with the challenges of finding the right co-founders and navigating the world of venture capital. If you're looking for practical advice on building a business and leading with purpose, this episode offers valuable insights from a seasoned entrepreneur. --- Episode Resources University of Toronto Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment (ESA) (https://www.studocu.com/en-ca/u/26265481?sid=01761601462) “Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge.” - Simon Sinek, Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action (https://a.co/d/0O5KQLW)  “The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership” by James C. Hunter (https://a.co/d/e2S0RB4)

How do you spot, then evaluate, the breakthrough technologies of tomorrow? In today’s episode, I sit down with James Wang — a deep tech investor who helps unpack the truths behind venture capital, startup success, and the gritty realities of building frontier technology companies. From founding a startup with his wife to investing in AI, robotics, and synthetic biology, James shares hard-earned insights on what separates funded founders from the rest, why the best product doesn’t always win, and how momentum — not just money — makes or breaks a startup. Whether you’re pitching, investing, or just curious about how it all really works, this conversation offers valuable perspective from a thought-leader in the niche but fascinating world of deep tech investing. --- Episode Resources Subscribe to James’ Blog (https://weightythoughts.com) Get more info on Creative Ventures (https://creativeventures.vc)