This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing Sharon Dastur, BBA '92, a Longhorn Band and McCombs alum turned music executive known by Grammy-winning artists for having "platinum ears."   Sharon now runs Dastur Venture and oversees everything from artist development to helping companies with sonic branding. In fact, the Hello Longhorn music was produced by Sharon and her partner Revelation Beats.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revaltion Beats. 

This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing you to Longhorn 100 winner and co-founder of Lovevery, Roderick Morris, BA, BBA '95. Their goal is to make parents feel confident.  Lovevery’s comprehensive support system provides stage-based learning and play for children, and research-backed guidance that empowers parents. The company is best known for its award-winning subscription Play Kits program. Hello Longhorn is a Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts → texasexes.org/hello-longhorn

This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing you Siddharth Thakur, the founder and CEO of Paradigm Robotics. Thakur will graduate from Cockrell School of Engineering in May. Listen to this week's episode to learn how he is working to save the lives of firefighters with his company. Paradigm Robotics builds next-generation robotic platform solutions for the most hazardous environments to serve those who serve.   Hello Longhorn is a Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts → texasexes.org/hello-longhorn

Blanca Lesmes, MBA '11, is the co-founder of BB Imaging and TeleScan—and a Longhorn 100 winner. Blanca is on a mission to end maternal mortality. BB Imaging offers full-service onsite support as well as telesonography® support through their proprietary FDA-cleared technology TeleScan®. BB Imaging serves patients in a variety of settings and circumstances, including urban and rural locations across the U.S. BB Imaging’s mission is to improve health outcomes by making high-quality ultrasound services accessible.  Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats.   

Chet Garner, BS ’03, Life Member is The Daytripper. Find out how he created a show that allows him to travel to “every corner of the Lone Star State.”   Chet is the CEO of Hogaboom Road, a production company that tells the stories of Texas through it's Emmy-award winning travel show "The Daytripper" on every channel available. They also tell stories for clients big and small across Texas. Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats. 

Jeanette Ward, BA ’93, is the CEO of Texas Mutual. Texas Mutual was Jeanette's first job out of college. Learn how Jeanette climbed the ranks from assistant to CEO.  Texas Mutual Insurance Company is the state's leading workers' compensation provider. They insure 42% of the Texas workers' compensation market, which means that more than 72,000 business owners rely on them to keep their 1.5 million workers safe on the job every day.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats. 

Zach Zeller, BS ’06, Life Member, is the co-founder and president of ScriptCo Pharmacy.  Zeller ran mid and long distance as a student-athlete at The University of Texas. Find out how a cancer diagnosis inspired him to solve a problem in health care.  ScriptCo is a high-tech mail-order pharmacy selling generic medications at cost with ZERO markup. Their margin is derived from a small membership fee paid by businesses or individuals.  Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats. 

Alex Danza, MPA ’96, BBA ’96, Life Member, is the founder and CEO of Vonlane.    Alex Danza came to The University of Texas from Staten Island, New York. Find out why he started Vonlane, the initial struggles, and who the very first passengers were.    Created to counter the disappointing service of airlines and the stress of driving yourself on the highway, Vonlane elevates your travel experience with premium, route-based, regional bus service. They treat you like a VIP with dependable schedules, dedicated attendants, thoughtful amenities, and extra-comfortable leather seating. Arrive at your destination feeling valued, fresh, and ready to go.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats.   

Launching August 19! Did you know a Longhorn did that? Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders.   We want to know what they were like in college, what they do now, and why it matters.  Hosted by Sara Light, you can listen to Hello Longhorn every Monday wherever you get your podcasts.    Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats.