Episodes

On episode 57 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Spenser Leise as part of the Young Innovators Series. Spenser discusses his impressive method to creating and maintaining Songbird Music Decor by himself while recognizing CYstarters for the incredible impact they had on his company. Thank you for listening!

On episode 56 of the Innovators Podcast, Avery Smith, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Henry Shires as part of the Young Innovator Series. Henry discusses how Casmium came to be and the ongoing efforts by him and his team to continuously improve the company. Thank you for listening!

On episode 55 of the Innovators Podcast, Breanna Selsor, a Communications and Marketing Intern at the Iowa State University Research Park is joined by Lauren Zaabel and Ryan Konecne, Cultivation Corridor interns. Lauren and Ryan share their amazing experience in this program. Thank you for listening!

On episode 54 of the Innovators Podcast, Breanna Selsor, a Communications and Marketing Intern at Iowa State University is joined by Ella Schulte as part of the Young Innovators Series. Ella shares her inspiring story of the creation of her publication, 'You', and her experience in the CYstarters program. Thank you for listening!

On episode 53 of the Innovators Podcast Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Anuj Sharma, Director of FAST TrAC. In this episode, Anuj shares the story of how he joined FAST TrAC, along with his impressive career journey beyond it. Thank you for listening!

In episode 52, Breanna Selsor, a Marketing and Communications Intern at Iowa State University is joined by Alana Corwin and Jamal Beavers Jr. as part of the Young Innovators Series. Alana and Jamal dive into their journey in creating Apricity and their goals for the future of their company. Thank you for listening!

In episode 51, Breanna Selsor, a Marketing and Communications intern at Iowa State University is joined by Jonathan Duron as part of the Young Innovators Series. Jonathan shares the story that led him to create TagLink and discusses his future business goals. Thank you for listening!

On episode 50 of the Innovators Podcast Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Peterson, the Strategic Partnerships Manager at Alliant Energy. Nick dives into the unique strategies he has put in place at Alliant Energy and specifically discusses the partnerships he has developed with Iowa State University. Thank you for listening!

On episode 49 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nick Klein, Partner/Director of Creative Services of iSO-FORM, and Jack Nelson, Senior Medical Animator of iSO-FORM. Alison, Nick, and Jack dive into conversation about the lineage of iSO-FORM to what they are up to today! Thank you for listening!

On episode 48 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Nigel Reuel, Founder of Skroot Laboratory Inc. Nigel discusses Skroots' focus on personalized cell therapy and Skroots' plans for the future. Thank you for listening!

On episode 47 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Brent Shanks, Co-Founder of Pyrone Systems. Alison and Brent discuss the how Pyrone Systems was developed and their upcoming future goals. Thank you for listening!

In episode 46, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at Iowa State University, is joined by Mia Nichols as a part of the Young Innovators Series. Mia shares her story on her experience as well as her business goals for the future.Thank you for listening!

In episode 45, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Tommy and Michael as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Tommy and Michael, Founders and CEOs of Tom Collins Soap Co. to discuss their story, CYstarters experience, future business goals, and all things soap. Thank you for listening!

In episode 44, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, is joined by Blake as part of the Young Innovators Series. Riley sits down with Blake, Founder and CEO of Plant Nannies to discuss her story, CYstaters, future business goals, and all things green. If you need a plant sitter, this is the girl for you. Tune in for a few plant tips and tricks. Thank you for listening!

In episode 43, Riley Hiscocks, a marketing and communications intern at the Iowa State University Research Park, introduces the new mini-series called Young Innovators. Riley sits down with Andrew Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Chingu BBQ to discuss his story, CYstarters, and future goals for the business. In addition, Andrew talks about authentic Korean BBQ to get your taste buds tingling. Thank you for listening!

On this special edition episode of the Innovators Podcast, Rebekah Sletten, Public Affairs Manager for Cultivation Corridor, interviews Lex Kassel and Olivia Staudt, interns in the NextGen Innovation Impact Study. In this episode, Rebekah and Lex and Olivia discuss their semester-long projects that dig into innovations that are driving sustainability across the agricultural industry. Thank you for listening!

On episode 41 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Chris James, Founder and CEO of True360. In this episode, Alison and Chris discuss the entrepreneurial resources Chris utilized during his time at Iowa State University, and how this has grown into his own company that Cyclone fans everywhere are able to utilize. Thank you for listening!

On episode 40 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviews Patrick Schnable, Co-Founder and CEO of Dryland Genetics. In this episode, Alison and Patrick discuss entrepreneurship, water efficacy in crops, and the impact proso millet could have on the environment and agriculture industry. Thank you for listening!

On episode 39 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Clayton Mooney, Co-Founder & CEO of Clayton Farms. In this episode, they discuss Mooney’s entrepreneurial journey, resources utilized by Mooney, and his company located in the Iowa State University Research Park. Thank you for listening!

On episode 38 of the Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Daniel Oh, President & CEO of AgCertain. Throughout the podcast they discuss AgCertain development, resources for companies in Central Iowa, and placemaking. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!

On episode 37 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Associate Director of the Iowa State University Research Park, interviewed Craig Rupp, the CEO of Sabanto. Throughout the podcast, they discuss Rupp's electrical engineering career, autonomous agriculture, and much more. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.

On episode 36 of The Innovators Podcast, Alison Doyle, Chief Relationship Officer at the Iowa State University Research Park interviewed Colin Hurd the CEO of Mach Inc. They discussed Colin's career and innovation in the agriculture industry. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy.

On this episode of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Ty Cook, a Supply Chain Specialist at Pivot Bio. We discuss Ty's role at Pivot Bio, customer relations, and living in the Ames area. We hope you enjoy this episode of The Innovators Podcast!

On episode 34 of The Innovators Podcast, we talked with Mike Roof, Chief Technology Officer Vaccines & Immunotherapeutic at Iowa State University. We talked about Mikes journey, Vaccines, Success stories and what innovation means to him. We really enjoyed this episode and had a blast talking with Mike! We hope you enjoy!