In this enlightening episode of the TIE Podcast, Larry sits with entrepreneur David Klar as he details his entrepreneurial journey, transitioning from a rabbinical college to establishing brand incubator Klar & Co., consistently recognized among Inc. Magazine's '1000 Fastest Growing Companies in the US' for the past five years.David shares how strategic preparation enabled him to secure impactful partnerships with major retailers while also providing valuable insights into the complexities of sourcing and manufacturing products for the retail space.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:42 David’s Background07:45 How to Sell - Selling Techniques11:55 Minimizing Rejection17:29 From Rabbi to Retail23:00 Finding the Right Partner26:20 How Klar & Co. Started31:30 Manufacturing the Product42:27 Advice for Entrepreneurs45:35 OutroSubscribe to the Podcast:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3i7QBY1kuqMegX3MaKZmvCApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-irresistible-Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiepodcast_?utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIEPodcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/Runway Startup Postdoc Program: https://tech.cornell.edu/programs/phd/startup-postdocs/Entrepreneurship at Cornell: https://eship.cornell.edu/news/irresistible-entrepreneur-podcast/David’s Links:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-klar-23a1691/Website: https://klarandco.com/Brands: https://klarandco.com/pages/brandsMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sensho/coffee-breakLicense code: XAGRMNONTFZM1V5VCreated and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

In this enlightening episode of the TIE Podcast, Larry engages in a deep and insightful conversation with James Raanan, an esteemed attorney and partner at Hi-tech & Venture Capital.James shares valuable insights into the crucial legal strategies that startups should consider. From navigating employment agreements to trademark registration, patenting for tech startups, shareholder dynamics, equity allocation, and more, this discussion promises to decode the intricate world of entrepreneurship.Subscribe to the Podcast:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3i7QBY1kuqMegX3MaKZmvCApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-irresistibleFollow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiepodcast_?utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIEPodcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/Runway Startup Postdoc Program: https://tech.cornell.edu/programs/phd/startup-postdocs/Entrepreneurship at Cornell: https://eship.cornell.edu/news/irresistible-entrepreneur-podcast/Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sensho/coffee-breakLicense code: XAGRMNONTFZM1V5VCreated and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

We're joined by Systems Neuroscientist Charles Rodenkirch, the visionary behind Sharper Sense. Dive into the world of wearable neurostimulation as Charles explains how their innovative patch, when placed on the neck, elevates sensory precision in hearing, vision, and touch.Discover the potential applications in treating sensory loss and addressing sensory processing disorders.Plus, don't miss Charles's invaluable advice for entrepreneurs gearing up for their startup journey. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the intersection of neuroscience and technology!Subscribe to the PodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3i7QBY1kuqMegX3MaKZmvCApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-irresistible-Charles Links: Sharper Sense: https://www.sharpersense.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesrodenkirch/Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t.i.e_podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIE_Podcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/Runway Startup Postdoc Program: https://tech.cornell.edu/programs/phd/startup- postdocs/Entrepreneurship at Cornell: https://eship.cornell.edu/news/irresistible-entrepreneur- podcast/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/sensho/coffee-breakLicense code: XAGRMNONTFZM1V5VCreated and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

Discover the incredible story of Bodo Hoenen, a collective intelligence scientist and co-founder of generative AI Company Nolej.Over the past decade, Bodo has been immersed in the exploration of "Collective Intelligence," a concept that turbocharges learning by tapping into communal wisdom and information.A life-altering event struck when Bodo's daughter, Lorilei, faced a rare polio-like disease, paralyzing her left arm. Doctors informed them that very few treatment options were available, and what was available was expensive.Undaunted, Bodo merged his AI expertise and fatherly love, creating a brain-controlled exoskeleton for Lorilei's arm in just seven months, a feat that, with traditional education, might have taken six years to achieve.This journey birthed Nolej, a company now dedicated to revolutionizing education by tackling its inefficiencies head-on.Witness the fusion of technology, determination, and love that fueled Bodo's remarkable journey on the T.I.E Podcast. Subscribe now to be inspired by the power of collective intelligence and an unbreakable familial bond.Subscribe to the Podcast:YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3i7QBY1kuqMegX3MaKZmvCApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-irresistible-Bodo’s Links:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtGz8JFaDP_76C1XIl9UHiQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bodohoenen/Website: https://nolej.io/Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t.i.e_podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIE_Podcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/Runway Startup Postdoc Program: https://tech.cornell.edu/programs/phd/startup-postdocs/Entrepreneurship at Cornell: https://eship.cornell.edu/news/irresistible-entrepreneur-podcast/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/sensho/coffee-breakLicense code: XAGRMNONTFZM1V5VCreated and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

On today's episode, Larry welcomes Adam Green and Sonia Dagan. Adam is the CEO of Global Asset Management at FNZ Group. He was the Co-Founder and CEO of YieldX and is our expert on today's episode.Sonia is the founder of Atola Tech. Sonia's company is known for developing groundbreaking technology for agriculture. However, she has discovered that her tech is also highly sought after in the defense field. This leads her to a question: How and when should she pivot?Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wFollow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t.i.e_podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIE_Podcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/Created and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

On today's episode, Larry welcomes expert Luke Butler and guest Payman Samadi. Luke is the Executive Director of Startup Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversal and Head of Lift Lab Accelerator. His program is designed to help startup companies connect with major enterprises looking to partner.Through the accelerator program, Luke connected with Payman, the CEO of Eino, an AI-powered connectivity planning platform he developed at The Runway Startup Postdoc Program at the Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute.Larry, Luke, and Payman discuss what key factors and characteristics Luke looks for in startups, such as evaluating employee strengths and providing tips on customizing pitches to investors and the importance of partnerships.Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9bUTMg9jfqa64r9Nn-e-wFollow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t.i.e_podcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090429932666TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@t.i.e_podcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcTwitter: https://twitter.com/TIE_Podcast_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-irresistible-company/Our Irresistible Website: https://www.irresistible-company.com/NBCU LIFT Labs Accelerator: https://lift.comcast.com/accelerator/Runway Startup Postdoc Program: https://tech.cornell.edu/programs/phd/startup-postdocs/Entrepreneurship at Cornell: https://eship.cornell.edu/news/irresistible-entrepreneur-podcast/Created and developed by Larry J. Gould, Andrew Zaccagnino, and Cornell Tech.

Welcome to The Irresistible Entrepreneur, hosted by Larry J. Gould and in collaboration with Cornell Tech! On today's episode, Larry welcomes Yasmine van Wilt and Fernando Gomez-Baquero. Yasmine is a neurodivergent person and the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Neuralpositive, a company that delivers hyper-personalized playlists of medical-grade music designed to have therapeutic effect.Larry, Yasmine, and Fernando discuss how Yasmine used her own experiences to find her entrepreneurial passion and what people should know before they start their own entrepreneurial journeys. If you've been sitting on an idea for a business, but you were never sure how to get started, this episode is for you!Click below for more from The Irresistible Entrepreneur:https://www.irresistible-company.com/

Welcome to The Irresistible Entrepreneur, hosted by Larry J. Gould and in collaboration with Cornell Tech! On today's episode, Larry welcomes Ardalan Khosrowpour and Bernie Michael. Ardalan is the Founder and CEO of OnSiteIQ and he joins Larry and Bernie for a conversation about filling a need in a market, fundraising, and how to work best with business partners. Everyone from a new startup to a seasoned entrepreneur will finding something new in this episode!Click below for more from The Irresistible Entrepreneur:https://www.irresistible-company.com/

Welcome to The Irresistible Entrepreneur, hosted by Larry J. Gould and in collaboration with Cornell Tech! On today's episode, Larry welcomes Amir Reuveny and Sara Chokshi. Amir is the CEO of Wesper, a company aiming to reinvent sleep medicine with a fully digital at-home sleep lab solution. Listen in as Sara and Larry discuss how best to navigate the daunting but all-important regulations of his industry and how he handled a rebrand of his company, and much more. This episode is for all you entrepreneurs who have always wondered what the difference is between FDA approval and FDA clearance! Finally!Click below for more from The Irresistible Entrepreneur:https://www.irresistible-company.com/

Welcome to The Irresistible Entrepreneur, hosted by Larry J. Gould and in collaboration with Cornell Tech! On today's inaugural episode, Larry kicks things off with Bernie Michael and Brian Wallace. Bernie is our business expert for the day while Brian, the co-founder and CMO of Calmsie, discusses almost every aspect of his digital health business. So if you're interested in go-to-market strategies, embracing your inner salesperson, and protecting your intellectual property, then this is the episode you have been waiting for!Click below for more from The Irresistible Entrepreneur:https://www.irresistible-company.com/

Welcome to The Irresistible Entrepreneur, hosted by Larry J. Gould and in collaboration with Cornell Tech. Larry is a successful entrepreneur with a wealth of experience who has founded not one but two multi-million dollar businesses. He is a board member of many companies and an investor in multiple industries. Now, Larry is ready to pass his wisdom on to you.In each episode, Larry invites innovative entrepreneurs from some of the most promising startups around to chat about their journey and provide advice with the help of our brilliant business experts. Our Irresistible team will provide valuable insights and strategies to help you take your business to the next level.Our podcast's name is derived from the definition of the word "irresistible," which is "too tempting and too attractive to resist." That's exactly what we want your business to be! With our guidance, you'll learn how to create an irresistible brand that customers can't help but love.