Philly Tech Connect by Philadelphia Tech Entrepreneurs
Whether you’re a CEO, developer, non-technical co-founder, designer, or you just have an idea... Philly Tech Entrepreneurs is a group meant to bring together the tech startup community of Philadelphia. Our mission is to strengthen and expand the Philadelphia Entrepreneurial scene by hosting monthly meetups and workshops featuring experts in tech-related fields such as business growth, digital marketing, SEO, design, development, and more!
Episodes
🎧 Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Will Schmahl, a repeat founder, former AOL ad tech leader, and ex-Airbnb superhost who's now building something big—HousMthr, an AI-powered app reshaping how groups travel together.
🔹 About This Episode: Will walks us through his journey from launching his first business at 17 to creating HousMthr—a tool that simplifies group tra...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 71 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the world of home energy with Matthew Zothner, co-founder and CEO of Currents — a platform helping homeowners slash their energy bills and upgrade their homes with ease. 💡🏡
🔹 About This Episode: Matthew shares how Currents makes energy savings effortless through shared savings models and smart automation. From decoding rising utility costs ...
🎧 Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast!
This week, we're joined by Alison Hummel, the founder of Activated Health, a trailblazing insurance agency focused on access, transparency, and community wellness.
🔹 About This Episode: Alison takes us on her journey from top-performing insurance salesperson to launching her own agency—during a divorce, no less—and explains why the word “insurance” didn’t ...
🎧 Welcome to another energizing episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This week, we're joined by Jordan Ambra, CTO, consultant, and founder of Serenity Software—a company dedicated to helping SaaS teams cut through the chaos and build better products.
🔹 About This Episode Jordan has seen it all: stressed-out teams, buggy rollouts, and the classic “hair-on-fire” dev culture. Through Serenity Software, he helps founders bring...
🎧 Welcome to another powerful episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In EP 68, we sit down with Dr. Lixia Yao, founder and CEO of Polygon Health Analytics—a company using real-world healthcare data and AI to improve patient outcomes.
🔹 About This Episode: Dr. Yao shares her incredible journey from working at Merck and Mayo Clinic to launching her own tech startup. With a background in biomedical informatics, she saw a major ...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 67 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! We're excited to introduce Peter Chung, artist, designer, and entrepreneurial spirit behind the innovative startup, Boba Face.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Peter discusses his fascinating transition from a background in art and synthetic biology to launching a startup that’s all about enhancing local commerce through gamification. Learn how Boba Face is set to transf...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 66 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This week, we're excited to feature Matt Canning, a Philly-based entrepreneur and founder of Nolex, a groundbreaking platform designed to empower individuals with ADHD.
🔹 About This Episode: In this engaging conversation, Matt shares his journey to creating Noplex, a platform that goes beyond traditional productivity tools. Learn how Noplex uses ADHD-friendly strategies,...
🎧 Welcome to another transformative episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Emily Watts, CEO and co-founder of Coblr.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Emily shares her journey from a strategic leader to an entrepreneurial innovator. She discusses the inception of Coblr and how it's set to change the repair industry for fashion items like shoes and handbags.
🔸 In This Episode, You'll Di...
🎧 Welcome to an inspiring episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Neeraj Vir., a tech leader, and social innovator.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Neeraj Vir shares his journey from arriving in the U.S. in 2000 to becoming a managing partner and CEO at Amalgam Incorporated, and co-founder of Lotus Rise. He delves into his work in digital transformation, app modernization, and AI solut...
🎧 Welcome to another riveting episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In EP 63, we're honored to feature Christopher Feamster, a visionary in the tech industry with two decades of experience.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Chris shares the journey of Nexus Systems from its early days to becoming a leader in digital solutions. With a focus on enterprise transformation and digital innovation, he provides invaluable insights i...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 62 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This time, we're thrilled to have Pierce Baugh, a pioneer in the low-code and no-code development arena.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Pierce shares his journey founding Strategic Database Systems, aimed at making custom software development accessible to all. Discover the transformative power of low-code and no-code platforms and how they can help businesses of all s...
🎧 Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Michael Canzoneri, a veteran in tech entrepreneurship and leadership.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Michael shares his valuable experiences from working at three "Unicorns" and going through an IPO to his most cherished moments of helping others grow professionally. His journey is packed with lessons on team-bu...
🎧 Welcome to EP 60 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have Jake Stein, a serial entrepreneur with a rich background in both the tech and venture capital sectors.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Jake shares his intriguing journey from starting a landscaping business in high school to co-founding RJMetrics and Stitch, leading both to successful acquisitions. He also touches on his time as a comp...
🎧 Welcome to EP 59 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to have the founders of SetMeld, Jackson Morgan (CEO) and Ian Anderson (COO).
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Jackson and Ian share their revolutionary approach to connecting data silos and enhancing data interoperability using linked data technology. Learn how SetMeld is empowering large enterprises by decentralizing tech and standardizing da...
🎧 Welcome to another dynamic episode of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! In this episode, we're excited to feature David Mumladze, CEO and Founder of Cartuul.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as David shares the ins and outs of his 15-year tenure in the car industry, focusing on fixed operations and the transformative impact of his company, Cartuul. Learn how Cartuul helps dealerships overhaul their reconditioning processes to enhan...
🎧 Welcome to EP 57 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast, where we’re excited to introduce Akinyemi Bajulaiye, a visionary Nigerian-American Entrepreneur.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Akinyemi shares his unique path from studying Biology at the University of Pennsylvania to spearheading innovative projects like The Pennovation Center. His current venture, Pentridge Media, aims to empower SMEs and creators through cutting-edge di...
🎧 Welcome to EP56 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! We're excited to feature Logan Fields, also known as "The App Guy," a dynamic software developer and the entrepreneurial mind behind The App Guys.
🔹 About This Episode: Join us as Logan shares his compelling journey from a novice coder to founding his own app development company. He discusses the nuances of creating custom applications that resonate with users and stand out in...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 55 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast! This week, we’re excited to feature Akiva G. Gavrylin, a powerhouse in the tech startup scene.
🔹 About This Episode: Akiva dives deep into their fascinating career, sharing insights, challenges, and the valuable lessons they’ve picked up along the way. Whether you're building your first startup or are a seasoned entrepreneur, there’s something here for everyone.
🔸 In Th...
🎧 Welcome to Episode 54 of the Philly Tech Connect Podcast!
We’re thrilled to host Justin Titchenell, founder of CoachTools, a groundbreaking platform launched in 2021 to empower athletic programs and foster authentic relationships between coaches and players.
🔹 About This Episode: Justin dives into his journey from being a student-athlete at Gettysburg College to becoming an entrepreneur. Discover how his background in Business ...
Whitney Akinola shares her journey from a career in software engineering to founding Future Proof, a consulting firm focused on helping businesses adapt through automation and tech integration. Discussing the challenges and excitement of entrepreneurship, she emphasizes the importance of embracing technology to future-proof small businesses.
📌 Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - A journey from layoff to entrepreneurship 00:0...
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