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Ecosysteming is the podcast redefining economic development through the lens of equitable entrepreneurship. Join NC IDEA’s Thom Ruhe as he engages with entrepreneurs and experts who are challenging the status quo and driving lasting change. Catch new episodes of Ecosysteming every other Tuesday on all major podcast platforms.
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Why $500K Won’t Save Your Startup w/ Stan Parker | Ep. 41
Once known for tobacco and textiles, Winston-Salem is now producing founders and funders that are catching the attention of the entire nation.On Episode 41 of Ecosysteming, host Thom Ruhe sits down…
She Is Rebuilding America’s Flower Industry w/ Amy Dunlap | Ep. 40
Episode 40 of Ecosysteming welcomes Amy Dunlap, CEO and Co-founder of Stemz, a Winston-Salem based logistics and technology company connecting U.S. flower farmers with floral creatives.Host Thom Ruhe…
A Founder’s Path to a 120K Fellowship w/ Rich Gilliam | Ep. 39
How can a founder fully tap into North Carolina’s entrepreneurial ecosystem?Founder and CEO of Stem Plug, Rich Gilliam, shares his journey on Episode 39 of the Ecosysteming podcast with host Thom…
The Rise of the Freelancer w/ Margaret McNab | Ep. 38
Episode 38 of Ecosysteming welcomes Margaret McNab, a longtime friend of the Foundation. Host Thom Ruhe sits down with the Principal and Strategic Advisor of McNab & Company to discuss her…
How One NC Founder Unlocked It All w/ Runbin Dong | Ep. 37
If you are a founder looking for direction on how to tap into the entrepreneurial ecosystem, this episode is for you.Runbin Dong, Founder and CEO of Scale Social AI, knows how to make the most of the…
The NCInnovation Model Is Here to Stay w/ Michelle Bolas | Ep. 36
Episode 36 of Ecosysteming welcomes a good friend of the Foundation, Michelle Bolas, President and CEO of NCInnovation.What does it take to turn university research into real economic opportunity for…
The Tweener Fund Goes Statewide w/ Scot Wingo & Robbie Allen | Ep. 35
2026 has already been a BIG year for NC IDEA and an even bigger one for North Carolina’s startup ecosystem.On this episode of 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨, host Thom Ruhe sits down with Scot Wingo and Robbie Allen,…
Inside Raleigh’s Growth with the Mayor w/ Mayor Janet Cowell | Ep. 34
Episode 34 of Ecosysteming is a must listen as host Thom Ruhe sits down with Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell. Together, they explore what is driving Raleigh and the Triangle’s momentum and why the region…
A New Era of Startup Acceleration in North Carolina w/ Tom Snyder | Ep. 33
Episode 33 of 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 welcomes a familiar face and NC IDEA’s newest team member, Tom Snyder, Vice President of Programs at the Foundation.Host Thom Ruhe joins Tom for a wide-ranging conversation…
The Secret Weapon for NC Entrepreneurs w/ Carlo Diy | Ep. 32
Episode 32 of Ecosysteming is here, now in VIDEO format! Host Thom Ruhe sits down with Carlo Diy, NC IDEA Program Manager, for a conversation that traces Carlo’s path from mission driven work to…
What's Fueling South Carolina's Startup Ecosystem w/ Mitch Smith | Ep. 31
We kick off the new year with a new episode of Ecosysteming featuring host Thom Ruhe and Mitch Smith, Senior Investment Manager at the South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA). They discuss the…
The North Carolina Advantage w/ Jenn Summe | Ep. 30
We welcome Jenn Summe to the 30th episode of Ecosysteming! As General Partner at Primordial Ventures, Co-Founder of LiLa, and a longtime NC IDEA SEED ($50K) Core Reviewer, Jenn brings deep insight…
Something Big Is Brewing in Charlotte w/ Keith Luedeman | Ep. 29
Charlotte’s entrepreneurial energy is rising thanks to ecosystem champions like Keith Luedeman. He brings an impressive track record and deep experience in ecosystem building and supporting the Queen…
How Betting on Himself Led to a Successful Exit w/ Justin Rothwell | Ep. 28
We welcome Justin Rothwell to the Ecosysteming Podcast. Justin is the former Co-founder and CEO of ProAxion, a 2016 NC IDEA SEED grantee. Earlier this year, ProAxion was acquired by Decide4Action,…
The Geography of Opportunity w/ Nathan Goldschlag | Ep. 27
We are excited to welcome Dr. Nathan Goldschlag, Director of Research at the Economic Innovation Group, to the Ecosysteming Podcast. His work sheds light on the forces shaping business dynamism,…
The Myth of the Mega Deal w/ Greg LeRoy | Ep. 26
Each year, state and local governments award nearly $90 billion in economic development subsidies to corporations. Greg LeRoy, Executive Director of Good Jobs First (GJF), knows this issue better…
Why North Carolina Is a Worthwhile Project w/ Rep. Dante Pittman | Ep. 25
Episode 25 of Ecosysteming features Representative Dante Pittman of Wilson, North Carolina. Representing House District 24, which includes Wilson and parts of Nash Counties, Rep. Pittman is a…
The Triangle Tweener Fund Strategy w/ Scot Wingo | Ep. 24
We are joined by Scot Wingo, General Partner of the Triangle Tweener Fund, Co-Founder and CEO of ReFiBuy.ai, and longtime Podcaster. Having successfully started and exited multiple companies, he has…
How He Won $125K from NC IDEA w/ Bernard Worthy | Ep. 23
If you’re an aspiring founder eager to understand how to leverage your local ecosystem, this episode is for you. Episode 23 of Ecosysteming features Bernard Worthy, Co-Founder and CEO of LoanWell. As…
America the Entrepreneurial w/ Victor W. Hwang | Ep. 22
Episode 22 of Ecosysteming is here! This week, host Thom Ruhe sits down with Victor W. Hwang, Founder & CEO of Right to Start, for a powerful conversation on entrepreneurship as a fundamental…
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