Venture unscripted.
Venture unscripted. explores how ventures go from ‘zero to one’ with entrepreneurs in healthcare, technology, business, and beyond — founders share how they overcame obstacles, learned to pivot, and discovered strategies that they want to share with fellow innovators. By City Innovations, a Venture Studio — cityinnovations.com
- Update frequency
- every 21 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 23
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2024
Navigating Corporate Evolution: Connamara’s Journey to Product-Oriented Success | Mike Gatny
In this episode of Venture unscripted., Josh Barker, Founder and CEO of City Innovations, talks with Mike Gatny, the Chief Operating Officer at Connamara. The episode revolves around Mike’s journey n…
Tips for Startups and Corporations in Software Development | Atomic Object
In the latest Venture unscripted., City Innovation’s Josh Barker sat down with the co-CEOs of Atomic Object, Mike Marsiglia and Shawn Crowley, to dissect some of their extensive insights into the wor…
Top Tips for Generating Venture Success Through Adaptability | Ron Neary
Adaptability and the ability to embrace change are essential qualities for success.
In this episode of Venture unscripted., podcast host Josh Barker sat down with business leader Ron Neary, to dive i…
How Pivoting Business Strategies Led to Creating Revolutionizing Pet Care | Rachel Berkal and Sadoc Paredes
For many of us, pets are more than just animals who live in our homes — they’re family. And when it comes to taking care of family, you have to do it the right way.
In this edition of Venture unscrip…
How to Level Up Entrepreneurship Through Gamification | Yu-kai Chou
What if you could get the cheat code to successful entrepreneurship? Would you play to win? Or would you enjoy the journey and explore the side quests?
In this edition of Venture unscripted., podcast …
Driving Innovation by Bringing Design and Technology Together | Feat. Taryn Kutches
No two journeys of innovation and entrepreneurship will look the same. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative thinker, or simply someone eager to learn from those who have walked unconve…
A Healthy Dose of Persistence | Todd Kuslikis
If you’re looking for instant success, the world of startups might not be for you. When you have an idea that you want to make into a reality, it will take time and a healthy dose of persistence.
In …
A Roller Coaster of a Ride: From DIY Entrepreneur to Leading Student Venture Development at Yale | Matt Gira
Entrepreneurship can be a difficult, but often rewarding roller coaster ride. One moment, you could be flying high and the next, you might be at the very bottom of a dip. And depending on the coaster…
Lessons Learned After 20 Years of Entrepreneurship | John Pottenger
Entrepreneurship is an extraordinary journey. The ups, downs, and everything in between often determines where your ventures go and how well they succeed. In this edition of Venture unscripted., podc…
Revolutionizing Software Development from Zero to One (Plus Helpful Advice for Entrepreneurs) | Thad Senti
Every team, venture, and startup has a story to tell. In this special edition of Venture unscripted., podcast host Josh Barker looks inward at City Innovations’ team to pick the brain of Thad Senti, …
Creative Coworking: Revolutionizing Where Work is Done | Feat. Alysha Lach White, Little Space Stuidos
According to 2022 data from Statista, there are over 70 million freelancers in the United States. In 2028, that number is predicted to jump up to a whopping 90 million.
But where do all these people …
From Educator to Entrepreneur — The Journey to Becoming a Leader in Edtech | Dr. Mac Adkins, SmarterServices
Many people believe "If you build it, they will come.” But that’s almost never the case when it comes to building a venture. So, what does the journey from startup to first customer look like, and ho…
FrameShifting: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Innovative Problem-Solving | Mary O'Connor Shaw
Facing complex challenges can put a serious strain on a team. Far too often, a series of seemingly endless meetings leave people frustrated and with little to show for their efforts. But what if ther…
How Hallmark Embraces Innovation as a Company | Jennifer Garbos
What does innovation look like? How does innovation inspire change and growth? In this episode of Venture unscripted., City Innovations CEO Josh Barker sat down with Jennifer Garbos, the Design Engin…
The Innovation Behind Overcoming Orbital Debris | Kall Morris Inc
There are over 42,000 pieces of space debris orbiting the earth. Unable to perform their original function, this debris poses a risk of colliding with other working objects in orbit and setting off o…
Changing Travel Photography | Look@
Having to awkwardly ask a stranger to take a photo of you while on vacation is never on someone’s bucket list. What’s worse is taking a selfie and missing the beautiful monument behind you. Or even m…
Making Student-Athletes Money with NFTs | Varsity Gems
If you’ve been following college sports, you’ll remember that the NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved the “Name, Image, and Likeness” (NIL) policy in June of 2021. This allows student-athlete…
How Can We Practice Innovation in Sustainability? | Biomimicry 3.8
Originally recorded in April 2020.
Nature and business have become more intertwined than ever. Not only does it provide a source of inspiration, but it is also a resource that is in need of protectio…
How to Create an Innovation Framework | Bosch Rexroth
This podcast was originally recorded in June 2019.
With multiple moving pieces, people, and processes, creating innovation at the corporate level can be challenging. In this episode of Venture unscri…
Innovation through Incremental Change | Anheuser-Busch
This podcast was originally recorded in August 2019.
Brand perception is one of the most instrumental keys to consumer success. We’ve all been there — scrolling endlessly until something catches our …