Peaking Podcast

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In this conversation, Wyatt Carr speaks with Mehul Bhatt, founder of FloCareer, about the transformative role of AI in the interview process. They discuss how AI is enhancing efficiency in hiring without replacing human interviewers, the concept of interviewing as a service, and the importance of structured interviews. Mehul shares insights from his journey in the tech industry, the challenges and opportunities in recruitmen...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Fernando Young, CEO and co-founder of Beluga Labs, an operating system for the creator economy. Fernando shares his entrepreneurial journey, from meeting his co-founder at Harvard to navigating the challenges of building a startup. He discusses the importance of understanding the creator economy, the impact of AI on content creation, and the lessons learned from hi...

In this conversation, David discusses his journey from venture capital to founding GigXR, a company focused on mixed reality solutions for medical training. He shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in the healthcare technology space, the evolution of medical training through simulation, and the importance of building a platform that democratizes access to immersive learning. David emphasizes the need for market educat...

In this conversation, Colin Williams shares his journey from a traditional law career to becoming an entrepreneur and founder of New Era ADR. He discusses the challenges and lessons learned from his experiences in litigation, the transition to tech, and the importance of mental health in the entrepreneurial journey. Colin emphasizes the need for founders to trust their instincts, seek help, and celebrate small successes while navig...

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In this conversation, Wyatt Carr interviews Justin DiRaddo, founder of SeekLab, discussing his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a recruitment platform, and the impact of AI on the staffing industry. Justin shares insights on navigating advice, the importance of revenue and margins, and the future of recruitment technology. The discussion also touches on personal growth, company culture, and the significanc...

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In this episode, Wyatt Carr interviews Nikki Kaushik, co-founder and CPO of Quantic, who shares her inspiring journey from India to the US and her experiences in the tech and restaurant industries. The conversation delves into the challenges of building a cloud-based point of sale system for restaurants, the importance of customer support, and the role of AI in transforming restaurant operations. Nikki emphasizes the signifi...

On the latest episode of Peaking, Wyatt sat down with Julia, CEO of Kapwing, to dive into the wild ride of transforming an idea into a fast-growing startup.

Julia left a stable PM role at Google to chase a vision: make video editing accessible and fast for everyone — creators, teams, marketers, and beyond.

“Done is better than perfect.”

That’s been her mantra through:✅ Pivoting Kapwing from a meme generator into a full-fledged video e...

In this episode, Cihan Atkin, founder of Cinex and the innovative Venue+ platform, discusses his entrepreneurial journey as a first-generation immigrant and the vision behind Venue+. The platform aims to redefine how audiences experience movies and live events from home, focusing on inclusivity for independent filmmakers and diverse audiences. Cihan shares insights on market research, the role of AI in content creation, and the cha...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis hosts Mark Abrams and Jake Leskovar, who share their entrepreneurial journeys, the innovative technology behind Tree3 and XP Flow, and insights into affiliate marketing. They discuss the challenges of building a startup, the importance of team culture, and strategies for funding and growth. Mark emphasizes the need for persistence and passion in entrepreneurship, while Jake h...

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In this conversation, Bob Witkow shares his journey as a founder in the medical technology space, particularly focusing on his company Emet Surgical. He discusses his transition from a successful sales manager to a startup founder, the challenges and pivots faced in developing their product, and the importance of asking questions in the innovation process. Bob emphasizes the significance of building a strong advisory board, ...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Nora Shiels, founder of Bridal Bliss and co-founder of Rock Paper Coin. Nora shares her journey from growing up in a family of Iraqi immigrants to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the wedding industry. She discusses the challenges of starting a software company without a technical background, the importance of building a positive company culture, and the lesso...

In this conversation, John Kanarowski shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, particularly in sales and customer support. He discusses his journey from co-founding Deal Deal during the early internet era to leading Implicit, a company focused on AI-driven customer support solutions. John emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, the impact of AI on the workforce, and the significance of maintaining a ...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews John Bodrozic, a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Home Zada. John shares his journey from a mechanical engineer in the construction industry to a successful software entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges and decisions he faced when starting his first company, the importance of understanding personal circumstances in entrepreneurship, and the dynamics of co...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Bryan Mikolaitis interviews Terry James, CEO of Offleashed, a social app designed to connect pet lovers. Terry shares his journey from finance to the pet industry, emphasizing the importance of pets in building community and connection. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to technology, the role of AI in enhancing user experience, and the growth of the Offleashed community. The conve...

In this episode of the Peaking Podcast, host Bryan Mikolaitis speaks with Mazarine Treyz, an accomplished author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Mazarine shares her extensive background in the nonprofit sector and her transition to helping small business owners secure government contracts. The conversation delves into the importance of embracing failure, the nuances of government contracting, and the resources available for entrepren...

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In this engaging conversation, Kathy Long, founder and CEO of Adept Exec, shares her non-linear career journey, emphasizing the importance of community, values, and innovation in entrepreneurship. She discusses her mission to create a neuro-affirming workplace and the development of the Nixit app, designed to support neurodiverse individuals. Kathy also highlights the significance of employee ownership, non-negotiables in bu...

SummaryIn this episode of the Peaking Podcast, Wyatt Carr sits down with Philip Van Drunen — a self-described accidental entrepreneur and the founder of multiple ventures, including a company that builds interactive exhibits for children’s museums and Captional, a real-time captioning and translation platform for live events.

Philip shares his unconventional path into entrepreneurship, the creative challenges of designing engaging m...

In this conversation, Viral Shah, the Chief Product Officer and co-founder of Data Button, shares his journey from mechanical engineering to the tech industry, highlighting his experiences at Microsoft and the lessons learned in product development. He discusses the inception of Data Button, a platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to create their own software solutions without the need for extensive ...

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In this conversation, Barbara Tallent, co-founder and CEO of AtSign, discusses her journey in the tech industry, the mission of AtSign to enhance internet security and privacy, and the innovative approaches they are taking to address current cybersecurity challenges. She shares insights on building a company culture, the importance of people in a startup, and her experiences as a woman in tech. The discussion also touches on...