First Chair: June 2025
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News & Events
Rylan Blowers / Park Software
Rylan Blowers founded Park Software from the most fitting place possible—an RV.
Land Care Cooperative & LandWEB / Company Spotlight
Abe Collins, founder of Land Care Cooperative (LCC) and LandWEB, is on a mission to support farmers working to heal Vermont’s watersheds, soils, and biodiversity.
Vibe Check
With events being back to back all summer, you need to make sure your event has a unique vibe. Here’s how to set it.
First Chair: May 2025
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Park Software / Company Spotlight
One evening, frustrated by the hassle of calling or emailing to book a campsite, Rylan wondered why there wasn’t an easier way to reserve online. John responded like any true entrepreneur: “Let’s build it.”
What Can We Do?
There are real opportunities for builders and innovators to bring their optimism, their fight, and their solutions to markets underserved and emerging.
First Chair: April 2025
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Sam Roach-Gerber
After 9 years of co-hosting this podcast, Sam is on the other side of the mic.
Zymochem / Company Spotlight
Founded in 2015, ZymoChem is guided by three principles: create materials from renewable sources, use sustainable processes, and ensure biodegradability.
Standing Sideways
There is something special about standing sideways whether surfing, skating, or riding. Going against the grain a bit and braced to take on what lies ahead.
First Chair: March 2025
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