Momentum: The Kelley School Management & Entrepreneurship Podcast

Momentum: The Kelley School Management & Entrepreneurship Podcast
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Momentum: The Kelley School Management & Entrepreneurship Podcast brings you actionable insights from the brightest minds at the Kelley School of Business. Sponsored by the M&E department, this podcast features engaging interviews with Kelley faculty and accomplished CEO alumni, exploring their current research and expertise. Discover practical strategies and thought-provoking discussions on management, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and business strategy. “Momentum” is your source for staying ahead in the dynamic world of business. Learn from Kelley’s leading experts and alumni and gain the momentum you need for success. Topics include business research, startup strategies, executive leadership, Kelley alumni, and M&E department insights.
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The podcast covers themes of management, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership, with episodes focusing on practical strategies and insights such as business research, startup strategies, and executive leadership; for instance, a recent episode with Professor Greg Fisher explored principles for sustaining momentum in launching a startup.

Momentum: The Kelley School Management & Entrepreneurship Podcast brings you actionable insights from the brightest minds at the Kelley School of Business. Sponsored by the M&E department, this podcast features engaging interviews with Kelley faculty and accomplished CEO alumni, exploring their current research and expertise. Discover practical strategies and thought-provoking discussions on management, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and business strategy. “Momentum” is your source for staying ahead in the dynamic world of business. Learn from Kelley’s leading experts and alumni and gain the momentum you need for success. Topics include business research, startup strategies, executive leadership, Kelley alumni, and M&E department insights.
In this episode of Momentum, host Torlando Hakes talks with Kelley School alum Chris Stoker about his incredible journey building Adranos, a groundbreaking rocket fuel company. Chris shares how his unique JD/MBA background provided essential skills for navigating the complexities of a high-tech startup, from crucial legal work to financial modeling.
Discover the real story behind fundraising, including how Chris and his co-founder secured early capital through pitch competitions and later attracted millions in private and government investment, eventually leading to an acquisition by leading defense tech company Anduril Industries.
Chris opens up about the intense pressure and constant crises faced while scaling a defense tech venture, and the critical importance of building a network and reputation based on reliability and results.
Learn about the challenges of transitioning during a major company acquisition and Chris’s post-exit life lessons, including his ultimate advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: “Don’t be afraid”. Tune in for an honest look at the grit, strategy, and perseverance required to build and successfully exit a technology startup.

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