Guest: Kurt Davis, Investor, Entrepreneur, and Author

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/KurtDavisNew

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtdavis1/

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Hosts:

Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

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Episode Introduction

"This Podcast features guest Kurt Davis, a seasoned executive with experience in corporate venture capital and business development for tech startups. Kurt shares his journey of finding his lighthouse deal and the importance of community building and leadership."

The Audio Signal Podcast's latest episode features host Marco Ciappelli and guest Kurt Davis, a global executive with a diverse background in corporate venture capital and business development for technology startups. Kurt shares his story, which includes spending the first 20 years of his career in Silicon Valley and Asia, working with companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Spotify, and Sony.

In 2017, Kurt took a break from his career and traveled to Africa, where he volunteered at various emerging business accelerators and non-profits. His experience in Africa inspired him to write his second book, Finding Soul, From Silicon Valley to Africa: A Personal Journey Through Twenty Countries in Africa, which details his travels and the lessons he learned.

Kurt's newest book, Navigate to the Lighthouse: A Silicon Valley Guide to Executing Global Deals, draws on his experience in the startup world to offer guidance to entrepreneurs who are looking to find their "lighthouse" deal. The lighthouse deal is a big deal that can propel a startup to new heights and open up new opportunities. Kurt's book provides insights into how entrepreneurs can effectively use strategic business development to pursue trajectory-changing deals and overcome obstacles that may have seemed insurmountable.

During the episode, Kurt shares his insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and community building. He talks about how his time in Africa showed him the importance of entrepreneurship as a way to bring autonomy and hope to communities. Kurt also emphasizes the importance of being a leader in one's community and doing what one thinks is the right thing.

Kurt's journey of finding his lighthouse deal and his insights into business development offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and anyone looking to make a change in their career or personal life. His perspective on leadership and community building highlights the importance of using one's skills and resources to help others and make a positive impact.

The Audio Signal Podcast provides a platform for conversations that explore a wide range of topics, from technology to culture, leadership, and personal growth. Host Marco Ciappelli facilitates thought-provoking discussions with guests from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Listeners are invited to tune in to this episode to hear more about Kurt's journey and insights, as well as to explore previous episodes of the Audio Signal Podcast. The podcast offers a wealth of information and inspiration for anyone interested in personal and professional development. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn and grow with the Audio Signal Podcast.

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Resources

Navigate to the Lighthouse: A Silicon Valley Guide to Executing Global Deals (new book): https://kdalive.com/navigate-to-the-lighthouse/

Finding Soul: From Silicon Valley to Africa: https://kdalive.com/finding-soul/

Website: https://kdalive.com/technology-entrepreneur/

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