MONTHLY CHANCE MEETINGS
August 2, 2021, 5 - 6 pm Via Zoom
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Sometimes all you need is the right connection and a little inspiration. Well, what are you waiting for? Find both at our free monthly virtual networking event. You never know...
Theme: Competition, Refreshed: Understanding Leadership with Jeff Moore
Jeff will challenge you to re-examine your approach to leadership by discussing the difference between leading people and managing them. Managers build companies from the outside-in. They tend to be results-obsessed, driven by the need to compare favorably. Leaders don't compare. They compete. Leaders build companies from the inside-out by embracing Strivership, an ethic of continuous improvement based on the origin of compete: “to strive together.”
Succeeding in today’s disruptive, unstable economy requires being in perpetual invent, adapt, and reinvent mode, and yet there is constant pressure to compare favorably. The impression management industry has stifled our willingness to solve big problems. Success (or the appearance of it) must always be within our grasp. The key to thriving in a rapid change economy is the willingness to compete - the willingness to stretch beyond perceived limitations. Companies that are led exude a Spirit of Strivership, the palpable sense that everyone involved is excited about getting better every day - together!
Jeff is the CEO of Moore Leadership LLC. He helps leaders in organizations of all types build championship teams using the revolutionary Strivership Quotient Assessment. During his 23 year career at the University of Texas, Jeff's Longhorn Tennis Teams won 2 NCAA Championships, appeared in 2 NCAA finals, advanced to the Final Four 3 times, reached the Elite Eight 3 times, and won 18 conference titles. Jeff is a member of the Longhorn Hall of Honor and the College Tennis Hall of Fame. He has been named National Coach of the Year and was Conference Coach of the Year 10 times. Before taking the reins at Texas, Jeff coached the Men's and Women's Tennis Teams at the University of Colorado.
Jeff served as Chairperson of the NCAA Men's and Women's Tennis Committee and as a member of the Intercollegiate Tennis Association's Board of Directors. He also has experience as a teacher, administrator, and basketball coach at all levels. Jeff and his wife Lucy live part time in both Jackson Wyoming and Austin, Texas. They have 2 sons, Tim, a dean at St. Andrew's Episcopal School and Andy (32), a product development manager for GoDaddy.
FOUNDING TO FUNDING: 8 QUESTIONS WITH SUSAN PIEPER, FOUNDER & CEO, DMOS COLLECTIVE, AND 2016 PITCH DAY WINNER
Susan Pieper saw a need for a portable yet full-sized and durable shovel. Since there was nothing out there that fit the bill, she created it and DMOS Collective was born in 2015. She has grown DMOS Collective into a nation-wide highly recognized brand with numerous innovative products. And, the shovels are made right here in Wyoming. Now that’s a success story! Silicon Couloir has been there as a support for DMOS Collective throughout their growth, starting with Pitch Day in 2016. We’re so proud to see one of our ecosystem companies grow from FOUNDING TO FUNDING with our help and support. Way to go Susan!
Read her thoughtful responses below to learn more about DMOS Collective and visit https://dmoscollective.com to see the goods!
WELCOME NEW TRUSTEES MARTY COLOMBATTO &
RISHI KUMAR
Martin (Marty) Colombatto is a technology industry executive with over 30 years of experience in engineering, production development, sales & marketing, and general management. Marty built his career in the semiconductor field holding various management positions with Texas Instruments, LSI Logic, Broadcom and Staccato Communications. As VP & GM of Broadcom’s Networking Division, Marty built a $500M business from inception, was instrumental in the company’s IPO and subsequent acquisition of 20+ companies. Marty was Chairman and CEO of Staccato Communications - an Ultra-Wideband wireless communication chip developer.
Marty is currently serving on corporate boards, consulting and angel investing. He graduated from California Polytechnic University with a degree in Electronic Engineering Technology. He continues to serve on the school of engineering’s Dean’s Leadership Board. In 2013, he received the school’s Distinguished Alumnus award and was appointed to the Engineering Hall of Fame. Marty resides in Wilson, WY, has 3 children and 4 grandchildren. He enjoys all forms of outdoor sports and recreation.
Rishi is one part engineer and one part financier. He is an MIT trained computer scientist who spent many years as a bond derivatives trader on Wall Street before founding two financial technology companies. As Founder and Co-CEO of Kashable, an employee financial wellness platform, he is now looking to use the same talents to drive social and financial impact in the lives of Working Americans. Rishi’s companies have provided $2 billion in financing to underserved small businesses and consumers.
VISIONARY VENTURES: PITCH DAY SUCCESS PORTENDS ANOTHER GREAT EVENT
"While we’re unsure who will stand out in interviews this week, one thing is certain: With such a strong pool of businesses to choose from and terrific coaching to follow, we’re in for quite a show at Pitch Day on Sept. 14. And for those selected to compete, just look at Irene with Nitrome Bioscience, Jack and Ellie with Powwater or several other community members and see: This may be the beginning of something big, " explains Silicon Couloir staff member Will Stabler in the July edition of Silicon Couloir's Jackson Hole News & Guide column, Visionary Ventures.
STAY TUNED FOR THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF OUR PITCH DAY FINALISTS!
REMEMBER SILICON COULOIR AT OLD BILL'S FUN RUN
Silicon Couloir offers a range of FREE programs to entrepreneurs in the Teton region— from monthly networking events, to education, to world-class mentoring. Entrepreneurs in our ecosystem build values-based businesses, create jobs, and enjoy meaningful work. If you appreciate the work we do,please remember Silicon Couloir at Old Bill's Fun Run. and double your impact with a match. Giving starts on August 13th.
THREE CHEERS FOR START-UP SUCCESS GRADUATES
If you attended Chance Meetings last month, you were treated to inspiring and thoughtful elevator pitches from 8 of our 14 Start-Up Success: Fundamentals graduates. Three members of the cohort went on to apply for Pitch Day. Congratulations to all of the grads for their hard work, vision, and courage to begin their entrepreneurial journey.
Says Start-Up Success: Fundamentals graduate Megan Curfman, “Start-Up Success was everything I was hoping for and more! I had a business concept I was excited about, but didn’t really know where to begin on creating a pitch deck, let alone all the critical pieces that go into one. The instructors were amazing at walking us through the critical path of entrepreneurship - with support every step of the way. I especially loved the emphasis on preparing ourselves mentally and emotionally for what is in store as you finesse a concept into a real live business.”
Peter Frank, CEO & Founder of Buonaforma gives his pitch at the July Chance Meetings.
FORBES FEATURES LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS
KELLI JONES & TANA HOFFMAN
We're so proud of these local ladies who are making a name for themselves as successful entreprepreneurs with national recognition from Forbes Magazine. Kelli Jones, Founder and CEO of Noso Patches, was interviewd for a piece entitled "There's No Business Like Your Own Business: Six Essential Tips To Launching A Successful Startup". Both Kelli and Tana Hoffman, founder and CEO of Mountainist, were named on the Next 1000 list. Congratulations, Kelli and Tana!
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