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TECHEDTV Podcast with Dr. Edwin Hernandez

TECHEDTV Podcast with Dr. Edwin Hernandez

著者： Dr. Edwin A. Hernandez
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 Dr. Edwin Hernandez host for TECHEDTV podcast brings you the latest in technology, fintech, Expert Witness, Patents, NFTs, crypto,cloud, AI, startups. We interview many startup founders and bring an audio-only outlet for techedtv show in Youtube and Facebook. This is podcast is brought to you from our EGLAVATOR Tech Incubator at our studios. I work with startups and incubate ventures in Boca Raton, FL.© 2022 - Dr. Edwin A. Hernanandez 経済学
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  • PlayPer CEO and Investor - Webb Knudsen - Knudsen Capital

    PlayPer CEO and Investor - Webb Knudsen - Knudsen Capital
    2025/07/11
    In this episode, we interview Webb Knudsen is an entrepreneur and investor with a background in entertainment, social media, and mobile technology. He is the CEO and co-founder of Playper, a company that creates paper toys enhanced with augmented reality (AR) for children. Knudsen has held significant roles such as Vice President of Business Development at Crisp, where he focused on expanding market presence, and led sales teams at Aarki and Millennial Reach. His earlier career includes positions at Walden Media, CAA, and Lucasfilm, emphasizing profitability and market strategy for movies, brands, and apps. He is also a partner at Knudsen Capital, a family investment office focused on early-stage, high-growth companies, and a Vice President at Partnership Capital Growth, a private equity firm specializing in health and wellness. Knudsen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Speech Communication from Pepperdine University (2009) and a VC Unlocked degree in Venture Capital from Stanford University (2020). He is based in Madison, NJ, and is known for his interest in sustainable business models, having founded Playper to address environmental concerns with plastic toys. TechEd TV Transcription 3:47:36 You guys are watching Tech Had TV with Dr. Edwin Hernandez, and…. 13:47:40 Today, we have a co-host. 13:47:48 Good evening, good afternoon, good morning, you guys are watching Techhead TV with Dr. Edwin Hernandez. 13:47:52 And today, we have a great guest. Welknudsen, from Plaper. 13:47:57 And, um…. What's next? 14:06:44 Alright, one's…. We have to do it again, because I was not recording. 14:06:49 Oh, okay. No problem. 14:06:51 Alright, let's do it again. Uh… 3, 2, 1. Good morning, good evening, good afternoon. You guys are watching Techhead TV Podcast. 14:07:00 And if you're listening, you're listening to our podcast with. A new guest, an entrepreneur, a friend. 14:07:06 We have Gunnelson, so he's right here with us. Hi, Gweb. 14:07:09 Hi! Glad to be here. Thanks for having me. 14:07:12 Great, great, great. So one thing I see behind you is, uh, besides asking for your background, uh, academically and professionally. 14:07:18 You have a very cool background. Is that your company, PlayPer? What is that? 14:07:22 That is, yeah. Behind me we have our very bright, colorful, fun playbook toys. We've got the, uh…. 14:07:29 Castle, playset, catapult, Dragon Trainer, the story starters, we've got a pirate ship. 14:07:34 The Mermaid Castle and our Pirate and Mermaid story starters, and uh… I'm very proud of them, they're a ton of fun. 14:07:40 And tell me about your real background. You come from media, so I know you probably don't like to brag about, like, the names like Lucasfilm, CAA. 14:07:47 But what's the story behind it? 14:07:50 Yeah, I got my career start in the entertainment industry, and it was a very fun place to get a career start. I started off at the production company Walden Media, which makes the Chronicles of Narnia movies. 14:08:01 And then I jumped over to CAA, Creative Artists Agency, and after that, I went to Lucasfilm, where I was selling the. 14:08:07 Star Wars and Indiana Jones movies in the distribution sales department, and uh… after that, I jumped over to the Silicon Valley startup scene, did a couple startups in the marketing space. 14:08:18 Then jumped into, uh, investing in consumer products, and then I founded, uh, Playper and became the CEO. 14:08:25 Of this business. 14:08:28 Great, that's an interesting segue, because you have, um…. And he would wake him up, and I will say, when you became a parent, is that right? 14:08:35 That connected your new career as a CEO of Playpair. So what happened? How did that begin? 14:08:42 Yeah, it's… it's an organic story of, kind of, uh, playing with my kids and, uh, seeing the toys that they had, and, uh. 14:08:50 Seeing the toys that were filling up our home, and realizing that the majority of the toys. 14:08:56 We're plastic, uh, as, uh, is, is, uh,
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  • Venture Capital Investors - Gil Eyal - Seasons 25 - 01

    Venture Capital Investors - Gil Eyal - Seasons 25 - 01
    2025/07/09
    Gil Eyal is a seasoned expert in technology and what he expects from startups presenting at Stardust Ventures. His email is gil at startusventures dot com. Gil is an attorney by trade but after being part of a deal and getting an MBA moved to startups and ventures. Among his venture companies where Gal Gadot has been feature as an investors and promoter. Gil specializes in consumer applications and technologies. Listen to our interview to learn more about him and Stardust Ventures. TECHEDTV Interview - Statdust Ventures CEO Transcript Edwin: Good evening, good morning, good afternoon. You guys are listening to the TECHEDTV podcasting series. In our show, we bring you the best in technologies, innovation, startups, FinTech, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the latest and greatest in technology worldwide. This show is brought to you by EGLA Communications at the EGLAVATOR in Boca Raton, Florida. Today we have a great guest, Gil Eyal, who is an expert in influencer marketing and has been in the industry for many years. Gil, how are you today? Gil: I'm doing fantastic, Edwin. Thanks for having me on the show. It's great to be here talking about influencer marketing and the exciting developments in the tech space. Edwin: Absolutely, it's a pleasure to have you. For our listeners, can you give a quick overview of what influencer marketing is and how you got started in this field? Gil: Sure thing. Influencer marketing is all about leveraging individuals with a significant following on social media platforms to promote products, services, or brands. These influencers have built trust and credibility with their audience, making their endorsements highly effective. I got started about a decade ago when I noticed the shift in how people consume media. Social media was becoming a powerful tool, and I saw an opportunity to connect brands with these influential voices. Edwin: That's fascinating. So, you've been in this space for a while. What are some of the biggest changes you've seen in influencer marketing over the years? Gil: Oh, where do I start? When I began, it was like the Wild West. Brands were just figuring out how to work with influencers, and there weren’t many tools to measure impact. Now, we have sophisticated platforms that track engagement, ROI, and audience demographics. Also, the rise of micro-influencers—people with smaller but highly engaged audiences—has been a game-changer. It’s not just about celebrity endorsements anymore; it’s about authenticity and niche communities. Edwin: That makes a lot of sense. At the EGLAVATOR, we’re always interested in how tech intersects with marketing. What role does technology, like AI or data analytics, play in influencer marketing today? Gil: Technology is the backbone of modern influencer marketing. AI helps us identify the right influencers by analyzing their audience data, engagement rates, and content relevance. Data analytics allows us to measure campaign performance in real-time, so brands can see what’s working and what’s not. For example, we use machine learning to predict which influencers will drive the best results for a specific campaign based on past performance and audience overlap. Edwin: That’s impressive. So, it’s all about precision now. Gil, you’ve worked with some major brands. Can you share a success story that stands out? Gil: Absolutely. One campaign that comes to mind is when we worked with a fitness brand to promote their new line of workout gear. We partnered with a mix of macro and micro-influencers who were fitness enthusiasts. By targeting their highly engaged audiences, we saw a 300% increase in website traffic and a significant boost in sales within the first month. The key was authenticity—the influencers genuinely loved the product, and their followers could tell. Edwin: Wow, 300% is huge! What advice would you give to startups here at the EGLAVATOR who are looking to dip their toes into influencer marketing?
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  • Startups, Innovation and Financing - Unleashing Your Ventures

    Startups, Innovation and Financing - Unleashing Your Ventures
    2023/05/14
    In today's fast-paced, rapidly evolving world, innovation has become a driving force behind economicgrowth and competitiveness. In this landscape, startups have emerged as key players in fostering innovation, leveraging their agility to pivot in response to market demands, and leveraging various financing options to fuel their growth. Startups: The Powerhouses of Innovation Unlike established companies, startups are often unencumbered by legacy systems or traditional ways of doing things, which allows them to think outside the box and disrupt industries. Startups are typically characterized by their willingness to take risks, experiment with new ideas, and push boundaries in the pursuit of innovative solutions. Startups such as Uber, Airbnb, and Spotify have demonstrated how transformative ideas can revolutionize industries. They've altered how we commute, travel, and consume music, respectively, demonstrating that the innovative potential of startups is indeed vast and powerful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np8Op8gT9OQ The Art of the Pivot Innovation is not a one-time event, but a continuous process of learning and adapting. This is where the concept of "pivoting" comes in. A pivot refers to a substantive change to one or more components of a startup's business model in response to market feedback. Twitter is a classic example of a successful pivot. Initially, the platform started as Odeo, a network where people could find and subscribe to podcasts. However, when Apple launched iTunes podcasting, Odeo was rendered obsolete. The company then decided to pivot and transition into the microblogging service we all know today. Pivoting enables startups to remain innovative and relevant, even in the face of unexpected challenges or shifting market landscapes. It's a testament to the agility and flexibility that's often ingrained in startup cultures. Financing: Fueling the Engine of Innovation For startups to transform their innovative ideas into viable products or services, they often require significant financial resources. This is where financing comes in. Startups can leverage a variety of financing sources, including venture capital, angel investment, crowd funding, and government grants, to name a few. Venture capital, in particular, has played a significant role in supporting startups. Venture capitalists not only provide the necessary financial resources but also often bring in valuable industry experience, strategic guidance, and networks that can significantly aid a startup's growth trajectory. Financing is crucial in helping startups scale their operations, enhance their product offerings, and ultimately deliver their innovative solutions to a broader market. Conclusion Innovation is the lifeblood of economic growth and prosperity in the 21st century. As we've seen, startups, with their inherent risk-taking and creative problem-solving, are at the heart of this innovation ecosystem. Their ability to pivot keeps them at the cutting edge of innovation, while diverse financing options provide the resources necessary to bring their disruptive ideas to life. As we move forward, fostering an environment that supports startups, encourages pivots, and facilitates access to financing will be paramount in driving innovation and shaping a prosperous future.
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