Today, Jeremy Hitchock sits down with Apollo, an experienced entrepreneur and ecosystem builder. They dive into their shared history in the Boston startup scene and Apollo’s mission to bridge Boston and Lithuania's tech ecosystems. Apollo shares his journey from building companies like Robin to focusing on cross-border investing, the challenges posed by international tax laws, and strategies like Delaware flips. They also discuss the burgeoning startup scene in Lithuania, government supp...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock delves into the fascinating journey of Brian Streem, a startup CEO who transitioned from the glitz of Hollywood to the complexities of defense innovation. From his early days in film school to producing independent films showcased at Sundance, Brian's passion for cameras and technology eventually led him to the world of drones. Through grit and determination, he built a successful company providing drone cinematography services to Hollywood, only to pivot towards de...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with John DeVito, Special Agent in Charge at ATF.In this episode, John provides insights into ATF's role in combating gun violence, arson, and explosive incidents across the nation. From implementing advanced technologies like firearm tracing and the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) to the shift towards intelligence-driven policing, John discusses how law enforcement has evolved to stay ahead of criminal trends.Through anecdotes an...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with Amanda von Goetz, CEO of Fermata Discovery, one of New North Ventures' portfolio companies. Amanda von Goetz earned her BMus degree in Piano Performance from The Juilliard School, where she studied from 2000 to 2005. Later, she pursued her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014.Discover how Amanda's background as a classical pianist paved the way for her transiti...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with Landon Winkelvoss. Landon co-founded Nisos in 2015 and serves as its VP of Legal and Intelligence Advisory. He leads Nisos legal go-to-market, where his team is directly involved in go-to-market sales, demand generation marketing efforts, law firm partnership acquisition, product management, and project sales conversion to annual recurring revenue. He also sits on the Board of Directors and is involved in the strategic direction of Nisos with Co...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with David Etue, CEO of Nisos and a seasoned expert with 20 years of experience in the cybersecurity realm. With an impressive background spanning security program leadership, management consulting, and product management, David brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.In this insightful episode, David engages in a compelling conversation with our host, Jeremy Hitchcock, exploring the intricacies of the cybersecurity landscape. David shares valuable insights f...

Our guest host Stephanie Usry Bellistri sits down with Aaron Brown, associate founder at 2430 -- a nonprofit dedicated to defending American innovation, industry, and critical technology against foreign adversaries. Aaron has over two decades of experience in law enforcement, Army Special Operations, and national security, including as a senior operations officer and field leader at the Central Intelligence Agency. Aaron is a proven problem solver and innovator, with experience leading c...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with Jim Smith, a distinguished member of the Senior Executive Service and the Acquisition Executive at U.S. Special Operations Command, for an engaging conversation in our latest podcast episode. Delving into Mr. Smith's multifaceted career that spans military service, academia, and leadership in defense acquisitions, this episode offers valuable insights into the intricate world of special operations forces acquisition, technology, and logistics. Join th...

In this insightful episode, host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with Stephen DiBartolomeo, a Navy cryptologist turned venture capitalist and founder, shares his unique journey transitioning from military service to civilian life through a skill bridge fellowship. The conversation unfolds to reveal his venture capital endeavors with Forge Point Capital and Scout, highlighting emerging trends in the industry. Steven's dual role as an investor and founder at Chiplytics is explored, emphasizing ...

Host Jeremy Hitchcock sits down with sit down with Ben Colman, the founder of Reality Defender, a trailblazing company in the field of deepfake detection. With a rich background spanning 15 years in scaling companies at the intersection of privacy, AI, and cybersecurity, Ben brings a wealth of experience to the discussion. As the former leader of cyber commercialization at Goldman Sachs and a graduate intern at Google, Ben shares his journey and delves into the core focus of Reality Defe...