The Prota Podcast

In the twentieth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the Managing Directors of Prota. We talk with Scott Sutherland, who is quite possibly one of the most interesting people I’ve had the pleasure of speaking to. He talks with us about dirt biking, golfing, welding and the pivotal moments that lead to his extraordinary life. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). You can watch and listen here: Learn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the nineteenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the Managing Directors of Prota. We talk with Shandel Sutherland, managing director of Prota and founder of the Shandel Group. She talks with us about how she uses her experience as a life coach to raise people and their businesses to a higher level of success. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). You can watch and listen here: https://satchel.works/posts/LM3T0d5WGBLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the eighteenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the Managing Directors of Prota. We talk with Head of People (H.o.P),  Jen Cates who talks about how she used her own life experiences to ensure that the Prota eco-system is a place that encourages people to flourish. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). You can watch and listen here: Learn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the seventeenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the Managing Directors of Prota. We talk with hardware champion  Kyle Buzzard who shares his passion for design and how he sees accessible design as a way to promote human flourishing. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). You can watch and listen here: https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---get-to-know-managing-director---kyle-buzzardLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the (LIVE!) sixteenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the original Managing Directors of Prota. We talk face to face with  Perry Azevedo who shares with us how a love of guitar led to a passion for design and how his faith keeps him grounded as he works to  cultivate  the Prota eco-system. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app).You can watch and listen here: https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---get-to-know-managing-director---perry-azevedoLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the fifteenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we get to know one of the original Managing Directors of Prota.  Our guest, David Parrott, talks about his time at Amazon, autonomy, and how working at Prota has changed his life. Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). FYI - this new podcast is currently in the process of being indexed in all the major podcast indexes. Check your favorite podcast player over the next couple of weeks and it should hopefully show up ASAP. Thanks! You can watch and listen here: https://satchel.works/posts/fi05zSyN3lLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the fourteenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we continue getting to know the Managing Directors of Prota.  Our guest, Sol Cates, talks about what steps led him to becoming one of the “OGs” of cybersecurity and how Web 3.0 might save the world.  Feel free to also listen to this episode here (or by searching for “The Prota Podcast” in your podcast app). FYI - this new podcast is currently in the process of being indexed in all the major podcast indexes. Check your favorite podcast player over the next couple of weeks and it should hopefully show up ASAP. Thanks! https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---get-to-know-managing-director---sol-catesYou can watch and listen here: Learn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In this week's Podcast we Joel Fariss joins our Tuesday call to discuss  the history of work, and how that shapes our paradigm for the future of work.  Joel gives us a unique and interesting perspective into the cultural shifts that shape how we perform work and how work structures need to change and adapt in the future. Subscribe at : https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/prota-primer--the-future-of-work-with-joel-farissLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the twelfth episode of The Prota Podcast, we begin getting to know the Managing Directors of Prota.  Our guest Azzam Hajyousef, talks about what steps led him to  becoming a successful businessman.  He shares with us his methodical approaches to business building, from development to exit,  and what eventually led him to Prota. You can also watch this episode by visiting: https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---getting-to-know-managing-director-azzam-hajyousefLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

In the eleventh episode of The Prota Podcast, we begin getting to know the Managing Directors of Prota.  Our guest Dr. Yasser Said, talks about how decentralizing patient data can improve medicine.  He shares with us the trials, tribulations and successes he encountered while practicing medicine and what brought him to Prota. You can also watch this episode by visiting: https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---get-to-know-managing-director-yasser-saidLearn more at https://www.protaventures.com

"You don't need permission to add value" - Ryan ButerbaughIn the tenth episode of The Prota Podcast, we begin getting to know one of the original Managing Directors of Prota.  Our guest, Ryan Buterbaugh, shares his journey to Prota. He also talks about finding autonomy within Prota's ecosystem and how Prota’s unique structure benefits Prota founders and talent. You can also watch this episode by visiting: https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---episode-10---get-to-know-managing-director---ryan-buterbaughLearn more about Prota at https://www.protaventures.com

In the ninth episode of The Prota Podcast, we begin getting to know the Managing Directors of Prota.  Our first guest April Oury, talks about making the leap from being a Founder in the physical therapy space to a Prota  Managing Director.  She shares with us the trials, tribulations and successes she encountered along the way. She also talks to us about what she looks for in a Founder and gives us tips on how to grow and thrive in Prota's ecosystem.You can also watch this episode by visiting:  https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast---episode-9---get-to-know-managing-director-april-ouryLearn more about Prota at https://www.protaventures.com

In this episode of The Prota Podcast, we share a conversation from one of our weekly Tuesday meetings in Summer 2021 where Chip Sineni (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-sineni-268259/), Tyler Blust (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-blust/), and Joel Fariss (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelfariss/) discuss with us all-things Extended Reality (XR). This episode continues our “Prota Primer” series that we’ll be interweaving within this podcast as we go. You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep8       Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventures.com

In this episode of The Prota Podcast, we share a conversation from one of our weekly Tuesday meetings in Summer 2021 where Will Little (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wclittle/) hosted a panel conversation with Troy Henikoff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyhenikoff/) and Cheryl Kemp (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-kemp/) on all-things early stage investing. This episode continues our “Prota Primer” series that we’ll be interweaving within this podcast as we go. You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep7      Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventures.com

In this episode of The Prota Podcast, we share a conversation from one of our weekly Tuesday meetings in Summer 2021 where Dr. Said (one of our Managing Directors) presented a “primer” on the problems with the practice of medicine in the USA. This episode kicks off our “Prota Primer” series that we’ll be interweaving within this podcast as we go. You can contact Dr. Said at yasser.said@protaventures.com. You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep6     Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventrues.com

In this episode of The Prota Podcast, we share a conversation from one of our weekly Tuesday meetings in Summer 2021 where we talked about the types of founders that we work with (i.e. provide services for and/or invest time and capital into). We cover the purpose of the Tuesday pitch meetings, how to identify founders to invite into the ecosystem, at what stages and levels our current funds and angel networks invest at, and who would overall be the best fit to partner with us.You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep5    Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventrues.com

In this fourth episode of The Prota Podcast, we complete our four-part intro series defining Prota Ventures by detailing our vision, high-level strategy, and tactics. Borrowing from Jim Collins’ approach to vision in his book Beyond Entrepreneurship (and BE 2.0), we talk about our core values/beliefs, purpose, and mission. We also boil down the strategy we’ve talked about in previous episodes and talk specifically about why you should (and how you can) contact us to get involved in the Prota ecosystem.You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep4   Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventrues.com

In this third episode of The Prota Podcast, we continue our four-part series defining Prota Ventures by focusing on our structure and ecosystem. We talk about how Prota Holdings relates to Prota Studios, Prota Labs, and Prota Ventures, and how our investment strategy works to be generous first, then invest our time, then invest our capital. You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep3  Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventrues.com

In this second episode of The Prota Podcast, we continue our four-part series defining Prota Ventures by focusing on defining in more detail what we mean by Human Flourishing. We also dive into a summary of G.E.E.K. i.e. Generosity, Empathy, Excellence, and Kindness, which summarize our core values as an ecosystem. You can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep2 Learn more about Prota at https://www.protaventrues.com

In this inaugural episode, our hosts (Jameeleh Shelo and Will Little) tee up the purpose of The Prota Podcast, including an introduction to our initial 4-part series on What is Prota Ventures?In Part 1, the hosts discuss their personal stories and motivations for becoming Managing Directors. They also explain in detail why Prota is different than a traditional VC group.Learn more at https://www.protaventures.comYou can also watch this episode by visiting https://satchel.works/@ProtaVentures/the-prota-podcast-ep1