At Venture Best, we work alongside innovative founders, support emerging companies, and connect capital allocators to business opportunities nationwide. Through this work, we’ve heard countless stories of how individuals beat the odds to establish the company of their dreams, support the businesses of the future, or revitalize their local startup ecosystem. Their heart and passion motivate us, and we figured you would find their stories just as captivating and energizing as we do.
That’s why we launched the Venture Best Spotlight.
On our podcast, we catch up with inspiring founders, learn key insights from investors, and gain a deeper understanding of the startup ecosystem. Our mission is to connect our listeners to thought leaders in the industry who are revolutionizing the definition of entrepreneurship. Happy listening!
Season Two (2025)
Episode One
Meeting in the Middle: How Nebraska Angels Invests in the Midwest
When the businesses of the future are ready to take the next step in their growth, they often turn to venture capitalists or angel investors. On the coasts, eager investors may be just around the corner. For startups located in the Midwest, it can often be a little trickier to find support.
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Season One (2024)
In season one, we sat down with exceptionally talented changemakers and investors working to bring their passions to life. From a startup brain food company, and a business seeking to turn waste into energy, to the integral finacial supporters empowering these ideas. Explore our episdoe list below, or start listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.
Episode Five
Uncovering Hidden Gems: Investing in Wisconsin Startups
Explore Wisconsin's up and coming startup scene with Richelle Martin, the managing director and founder of the Winnow Fund. In this episode, Richelle unveils her strategy behind the Winnow Fund's innovative approach of empowering early-stage Wisconsin-based companies through a combination of capital and mentorship.
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Episode Seven
Sowing the Seeds of Innovation: AgTech Insights with Serra Ventures and CamoAg
Rob Schultz and Corbett Kull share their unique perspectives as investor and startup founder respectively. Rob shares his journey in venture capital and the inspiration behind founding Serra Ventures, and Corbett discusses the genesis of CamoAg and his drive to innovate within the AgTech landscape. Together, they explore the latest trends in AgTech, highlighting the significance of this rapidly growing sector.
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