Can AI help fix inefficiency in government? From wasted payroll to a culture of complacency, Richard Stroupe and Chris Hornbecker share real stories and real hope for change.
After selling a company, the celebration fades fast. What follows? Doubt. Guilt. Imposter syndrome. Richard Stroupe and Chris Hornbecker discuss the mental shift that hits high achievers once the momentum stops — and the drive to prove it wasn’t just luck.
Chris Hornbecker and Richard Stroupe discuss how mentorship, storytelling, and learning from real entrepreneurs shaped their journey. The best business education comes from those who’ve walked the walk.
AI is coming—whether we like it or not. Chris Hornbecker and Richard Stroupe explore the bigger picture: population trends, national competitiveness, immigration, and the urgent need to create jobs in an AI-powered future.
Chris Hornbecker and Richard Stroupe talk about the rapid changes AI is bringing to the workforce. From cloud computing to e-commerce, every tech wave created new opportunities. But are we moving fast enough this time?
Chris Hornbecker — What Comes Next: Founders, Exits, and the Future of AI In this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe sits down with Chris Hornbecker, a serial founder and former tech CEO with multiple successful exits, including companies like Xgility and Solutions Developers. Together, they explore what life looks…
Tyson Nargassans didn’t just play to win — he played to grow. In this clip, he shares how his time as a college basketball player shaped his leadership style, taught him how to build culture, and prepared him to lead in business. Because sometimes, the real win isn’t on the…
When Tyson Nargassans told his coach he might transfer, he was met with a calm but pivotal challenge: “I won’t beg you to stay.” That moment — and his decision to stick it out — shaped how he faces adversity in business and in life. From near quitting to leading…
Tyson Nargassans shares why the real power lies in listening to the market — and proving people actually want what you’re building.
Tyson Nargassans explains how taking too little money — just to avoid dilution — can cripple your vision. If you’re fundraising, listen up.
Bootstrapping sounds brave. Until it bleeds you dry. Tyson Nargassans shares what he tells other founders: - Set a funding cap - Treat yourself like a VC - Prove it — or walk away
What does it really take to build a $10M ARR company, survive a financial crash, pivot through a recession, and still come out on top? On this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe sits down with Tyson Nargassans — Operating Advisor at Jurassic Capital and Founder and former CEO of…
Robin Cowie shares the real-world impact of Skillmaker.ai—from saving careers to opening doors for those who were previously overlooked. It’s more than tech—it’s about giving people a future. 🎧 Catch the full episode + links to your favorite podcast platforms → @plifiedceo/ #AI #XR #FutureOfLearning #AmplifiedCEO #RobinCowie #SkillmakerAI #ImmersiveTech
What used to take two years to learn can now be mastered in just 25 days. Robin Cowie, Founder & CEO of Skillmaker.ai, explains how immersive technology and smart glasses are revolutionizing workforce training—especially in the skilled trades. 📍 Full episode + links to your favorite podcast platforms → @plifiedceo/…
Can limitations actually be your biggest creative advantage? Robin Cowie, producer of The Blair Witch Project, shares how low-budget constraints helped shape one of the most iconic indie films of all time—and how that same mindset powers innovation today. 🎧 Catch the full episode + links to your favorite podcast…
Robin Cowie shares a moment in AI development when a virtual river seemed to respond in a surprisingly human way. It’s a small but telling example of how immersive technology is evolving—and how it might shape the future of learning. 🎧 Full episode + links to your favorite podcast platforms…
🎥 Before The Blair Witch Project, before Skillmaker.AI… it all started in the gold mines of South Africa. Robin Cowie shares the powerful origin story that shaped his love for film—and his future in immersive learning. 📍 Full episode + links to your favorite podcast platforms → https://www.topsailinsider.com/show/amplifiedceo/ #AmplifiedCEO #RobinCowie…
Robin Cowie shares the surprising strategy that helped him unlock developer productivity while working on Madden NFL at EA. 🎧 Full episode + your favorite platform links: https://www.topsailinsider.com/show/amplifiedceo/
What do The Blair Witch Project, Madden NFL, and cutting-edge workforce training have in common? It's Robin Cowie and in this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe talks to the Founder and CEO of Skillmaker.AI—to explore how immersive tech and AI are reshaping how we train the next generation of…
Richard Stroupe of Cape Fear Ventures and Scott Chamberlin of Customers Bank
Richard Stroupe of Cape Fear Ventures and Scott Chamberlin of Customers Bank
Richard Stroupe of Cape Fear Ventures and Scott Chamberlin of Customers Bank
Richard Stroupe of Cape Fear Ventures and Scott Chamberlin of Customers Bank
Richard Stroupe of Cape Fear Ventures and Scott Chamberlin of Customers Bank