PitchYourStartup

In this episode, we sit down with Avital Tzubeli, a former software engineer turned speaking strategist who now helps founders transform complex ideas into compelling investor pitches. Avital shares her unexpected journey from writing code to decoding communication, revealing how her technical background uniquely positioned her to guide startups through the art of storytelling.We dive deep into the biggest mistakes founders make; from overwhelming investors with data to failing to articulate the real impact of their product. Avital explains why understanding your audience is the true superpower behind an effective pitch and how the current boom of AI startups has raised the bar for what “innovation” really means.Whether you’re preparing to pitch, refining your narrative, or building in AI, this episode is packed with tactical insights to elevate your communication and capture investor attention.Contact Avital Tzubeli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tzubeli/ | avitaltzubeli@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.avitaltzubeli.com/Schedule a Meeting: https://calendly.com/avitaltzubeli 

In this episode of PitchYourStartup, host Bob Shami sits down with Ryan Duncan, CEO and co-founder of Medflix Plus, an innovative app transforming how individuals and families access healthcare benefits.Ryan shares his inspiring journey from running a clothing business to developing a digital platform that removes the barriers of traditional insurance. Medflix Plus offers affordable, flexible healthcare services — including unlimited Teladoc access for $20/month, Aetna Dental Access PPO pricing, and mental health support with five therapy sessions — all designed to make healthcare more transparent and accessible.Ryan explains how he bootstrapped the app’s development, turning a corporate benefits model into a white-label solution for freelancers, gig workers, and small businesses. He also discusses Medflix Plus’s future plans, partnerships, and his mission to redefine healthcare access in the modern economy.If you’re passionate about startups, healthcare innovation, or building tech with impact, this episode delivers a powerful blend of entrepreneurship and purpose.Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanduncanceo/ | rd@medflixplus.com Medflix Plus: https://medflixplus.com/ 

In this inspiring episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Modou Lolly Sarr, the visionary founder and CEO of Wawaw Senegal. Modou introduces his groundbreaking streaming platform, Wawaw Senegal, which is set to revolutionize African cinema. Designed to make African films more accessible globally, Wawaw Senegal focuses on promoting local content and international themes, notably through innovative dubbing into African languages like Wolof—an incredible feat demonstrated with Fast and Furious 9. Modou highlights the vast untapped potential of African filmmaking, revealing that while over 5,000 films are produced annually, a staggering 99% remain unseen internationally. Beyond streaming, Wawaw Senegal is empowering creators with tools like "Zero," a project management tool for filmmakers, and plans to relaunch a digital ticketing system. Modou shares the journey of bootstrapping initial development with government support, driven by the belief that African stories deserve a global audience. He also discusses Wawaw Senegal's ambitious goals for the next 12 months, including supporting 500+ filmmakers, expanding dubbing campaigns, and growing their user base. Join us to learn how Wawaw Senegal is becoming a cultural movement, bridging linguistic gaps, and creating a new model of cultural entrepreneurship in Africa.Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/modoulollysarr/ | napoleontsar@gmail.com 

In this episode of PitchYourStartup, host Bob Shami sits down with Adeel Khan, Head of Investor Relations at Vosyn, a groundbreaking company pioneering real-time contextual translation technology.Adeel introduces us to the Vosynverse, Vosyn’s innovative platform designed to allow seamless communication across languages, with zero latency. The conversation dives deep into the social impact mission behind Vosyn, the founders’ vision for unifying global communication, and how the company plans to integrate with everyday apps like WhatsApp.Vosyn has already bootstrapped $2 million and is now seeking $25 million in Series A funding to fuel its global launch. With experienced founders, ambitious technology, and a mission to break down language barriers, Vosyn is positioned to transform how we connect, collaborate, and consume content across cultures.Tune in to hear how Vosyn could redefine the way the world communicates.Visit our guest’s platform : https://vosyn.ai/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adeelba | adeel.khan@vosyn.ai

On this episode of PitchYourStartup, host Bob Shami talks with Kris Zietarski, the visionary founder behind ROSA FORTIS, a fashion startup determined to redefine how women dress for their lives. Kris takes us through his remarkable journey from launching a brand in Poland to securing $1.3 million in funding and scaling into the U.S. market. He shares hard-won lessons about manufacturing locally and globally, building customer loyalty through small batch exclusivity, and why fashion needs more substance—not just style. This episode is packed with insights on e-commerce strategies, influencer marketing, and the value of doing more with less. Whether you're in fashion or fintech, Kris’s story of brand-building and bold vision will resonate.Visit our guest’s website: https://rosafortis.com/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kzietarski/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami talks with Victoria Oros, founder and CEO of YouKeeps, a rising AI startup focused on revolutionizing executive assistance. Victoria shares the entrepreneurial journey behind YouKeeps—how she identified the gap in business coordination, bootstrapped the company, and gained early traction with 46 clients and 2,400 users. Learn how YouKeeps integrates with workplace communication tools, why it’s built for scalability, and how the Microsoft for Startups program has accelerated their growth. Whether you're a founder, innovator, or future-focused leader, this episode is packed with insight on productivity, passion, and building with purpose.Visit our guest’s website: https://youkeeps.com/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaoros/ or vo@youkeeps.com

In this powerful episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Nick Lewis, CFL Hall of Famer and CEO of AOSports, to unpack his remarkable journey from small-town athlete to successful entrepreneur. Nick opens up about the inspiration behind AOSports—a platform designed to empower athletes through ownership, branding, and community engagement.Listeners will gain insights into the critical importance of financial literacy in sports, the value of mentorship, and the role of storytelling in building a personal and professional brand. Nick also shares the hard truths of bootstrapping a startup, the lessons he’s learned from failure, and how fear became his greatest motivator.Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, athlete, or sports media professional, this episode offers actionable advice and a compelling vision for the future of athlete entrepreneurship.Visit our guest’s website: https://www.aosports.tv/WP2/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nik-lewis-321543141/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami talks with Dan Gudkov, founder and CEO of Dodocs.ai—an AI-driven platform automating the processing of financial documents. Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey, from early ventures and failed augmented reality experiments to founding Dodocs.ai. Learn how a strategic pivot toward developer tools reshaped the company’s future, the challenges of raising capital in a tough market, and the core lessons Dan’s picked up along the way—resilience, open-mindedness, and the courage to pivot. Whether you're building your first startup or looking to refine your pitch, this episode is full of sharp insights and real talk.Visit our guest’s website: https://dodocs.ai/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniilgudkov/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Duke Moran, co-founder of Tuttii, the innovative app simplifying music remixing for creators. Duke shares the inspiration behind Tuttii, its journey from ideation to product launch, and how the app empowers artists to collaborate, remix, and generate new revenue streams. With seamless integration into platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Tuttii is redefining how content creators interact with music. The conversation highlights the importance of licensing in the modern music industry, the technology behind audio separation, and the role of community feedback in shaping the app. 💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just curious about the world of startups, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration. Don’t miss it! 🎧Visit our guest’s website: https://tuttii.io/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duke-moran/ or duke@tuttii.io

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Gregorio Torres, co-founder and CEO of UniSound, a music licensing platform redefining the industry. Gregorio shares his journey from music production to tech entrepreneurship, explaining how UniSound streamlines licensing for music catalogs and connects music supervisors with the right tracks. The conversation explores how AI is shaping the licensing landscape, the rising demand for sync deals, and why human connection remains essential in music. Plus, Gregorio discusses UniSound’s future innovations, funding journey, and opportunities for collaboration.💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just curious about the world of startups, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration. Don’t miss it! 🎧Visit our guest’s website: https://www.unisound.io/Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoriotorres/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Trevor Skene, CEO and co-founder of Patent Hacks. Trevor shares his fascinating journey from patent examiner to entrepreneur, building a platform that simplifies the patent process for startups. He dives into the challenges founders face when securing intellectual property, the importance of market validation, and how securing patents can significantly impact funding opportunities. From practical advice to inspiring insights, Trevor offers a blueprint for protecting innovation and navigating the patent landscape. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to fuel your startup journey.

Cihan Fuat Atkin, CEO of XCINEX Corporation, shares how his company is revolutionizing entertainment by merging live events and streaming. Learn about their groundbreaking ticketing model, expansion plans, and vision for a more inclusive entertainment landscape in this must-listen episode of Pitch Your Startup.

Join Pitch Your Startup as Isaac Were, CEO of Zimba Technologies, shares his incredible journey from orphan to entrepreneur. Discover how his platform is transforming microfinance in Uganda, bridging gaps for small businesses, and reshaping financial technology in Africa.Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-were/

In this episode of PitchYourStartup, Bob Shami chats with Jonathan Oudekerk, CEO of Traxs, about empowering artists, creating equitable revenue models, and reshaping the music streaming landscape. Discover how Tracks is giving artists control over their music and data while enhancing fan relationships.

In this episode of PitchYourStartup, Morgan Von Druitt, the founder and CEO of Dipity Digital, talks about how startups can grow in smart and sustainable ways. He explains the challenges of making sure a product matches what people need and how to create strong connections instead of focusing on quick successes. Morgan also shares exciting plans for Dipity Digital’s future and gives advice on handling today’s unpredictable market. Check out this inspiring conversation!

🎙️ In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, Bob Shami chats with Boubacar Djiba, the creator of Senmixmaster—the very first AI music mastering platform in Africa! 🌍🎶 Boubacar talks about his amazing journey in music, how Senmixmaster is helping independent artists make their songs sound professional, and the cool technology behind it. You’ll also hear about the challenges he’s faced, his big dreams for the future, and tips for anyone who wants to start their own business. Don’t miss this awesome and inspiring conversation! 🚀✨Visit our guest’s website: https://vazymusic.com/

Join Bob Shami as he chats with Ondrej Zak, founder and CEO of Zario, the app revolutionizing how we manage screen time and tackle phone addiction. Ondrej shares his inspiring journey, Zario's standout features like AI coaching, and big plans for the future. Don't miss this deep dive into how Zario is more than an app—it's your personal motivator!#AI #PhoneAddiction #ReduceScreenTime #TechInnovation #OndrejZak #AIforGood #DigitalWellness #ScreenTimeSolution #TechForHealth #MindfulTech #SmartTech #AIRevolution #DigitalDetox #MentalHealthTech

Join Bob Shami as he talks with Shadrack Kisame and Fred Murungi, the creators of Talent Walls in Uganda. They share how they help young artists and creators grow their skills, the challenges they face, and their big dreams for the future. Get inspired by their story and learn how anyone can follow their passions!Visit our guest’s website: https://www.talentwalls.com/

Ever feel like your email inbox is a total mess? Meet Paul Irolla, Ph.D., the creator of ZenInbox.app, a cool tool that organizes your emails for you! In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami talks to Paul about how he got the idea, his love for tech and AI, and how he made it all happen. Paul also shares some great tips for anyone dreaming of starting their own project. Check it out—it's inspiring and super cool!Visit our guest’s website: https://zeninbox.app/

🎙️ On this episode of Pitch Your Startup, Bob Shami chats with Ilias Anwar, the visionary behind Tapped.ai—a platform transforming live music by using AI to connect artists and venues. Discover Ilias's journey of self-funding, creative marketing, and plans for hardware innovation. Learn how Tapped.ai empowers artists, cuts out the middleman, and builds a thriving community! 🚀#MusicTech #StartupJourney #LiveMusic #AIInnovation #MusicPlatform #EmpoweringArtists #TappedAI #MusicIndustry #Entrepreneurship #GameChanger