About the Guest(s):
Jason W. Taylor is the President and Founder of Code Launch, an initiative designed to support entrepreneurs and startups in the tech industry. With a background in software development, Taylor established Code Authority to offer elite development services and eventually expanded his vision to focus on empowering early-stage ventures through what is now known as Code Launch. Under his leadership, Code Launch has evolved into a significant event for startups, combining elements of competition, networking, and trade shows.
Episode Summary:
In this exciting episode of the "Who You Know Show," Mark Elder welcomes Jason W. Taylor, the visionary behind Code Launch, a platform revolutionizing support for tech startups. As Elder fills in for the regular host Trevor Houston, who is under the weather, Taylor dives deep into the intricacies of nurturing startups, sharing strategies and insights for entrepreneurs eager to make their mark in the highly competitive tech landscape. With Code Launch's upcoming World Championship event on November 20th at Gillies, Dallas, listeners are in for an engaging discussion on how beginning ventures can attract the right attention and secure investment without losing their essence.
Jason W. Taylor elaborates on Code Launch's journey from its humble beginnings to becoming a pivotal event for tech founders worldwide. The conversation focuses on startup dynamics, emphasizing the importance of team-building, traversing early-stage hurdles, and understanding market valuation for startups. Taylor echoes the principles of conscious capitalism, having adopted them alongside Code Launch's parent company, Improving. The episode explores how Code Launch bridges the gap between visionary ideas and market-ready solutions, making it a beacon of inspiration and opportunity in the world of tech entrepreneurship.
Resources:
- Jason W. Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-w-taylor-startups/
- Career Transition Summit: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/67/04404igv
- LinkedIn e-book: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/714118097/
- Subscribe: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/who-ya-know-show
- Trevor Houston is a licensed financial professional offering insurance/financial products through various carriers. For more info visit http://cpwstrategies.com
Chapters:
(0:00) Code Launch: Empowering Startups Through Innovative Competitions
(5:42) Avoiding Pitfalls in Developing Digital Products
(7:27) The Evolution and Success of Code Launch Events
(11:18) Empowering Startups Through Venturetainment and Overcoming Solopreneur Challenges
(21:17) Exciting Ventures and Entertainment at Code Launch Event
(27:11) Conscious Capitalism's Impact on Startups and Community Engagement
(33:52) Innovative Ventures and Young Talent at CodeLaunch
(38:25) Innovative Tech Products and Networking at CodeLaunch Event
(44:36) Essential Skills for Startup Success and Overcoming Common Fears
(48:36) Strategies for Early Stage Venture Fundraising and Valuation
(52:23) Cod
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