The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast
Hi this is Scott Tarcy and welcome to the Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast Join us for bi-weekly episodes, each lasting around 30 minutes, as we dive into the stories and insights of engineering entrepreneurs who have transformed their inventions into successful businesses. I’m a mechanical engineer and the president of CADdesignhelp.com. My company does CAD work and prototyping. I love designing and inventing products and creating businesses around that activity. There are many podcasts out there about entrepreneurship and a few about inventing, but I have yet to find a podcast specifically about the engineering and technical side of entrepreneurship Since I couldn’t find the exact podcast that interests me as a design engineer and entrepreneur, I decided to go out and create it myself My strategy with this podcast is to interview engineers, designers and inventors who have created businesses around their inventions and products I specifically want to focus on the engineering and design side of their products and inventions You can contact me at [email protected]
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How to be a Great Leader – Darby Vannier – Ep 146
04/22/2024
How to be a Great Leader – Darby Vannier – Ep 146
How to be a Great Leader – Darby Vannier – Ep 146 Darby Vannier has over 20 years of experience as a seasoned leader adept at building and growing organizations. As a president & CEO of an indispensable leadership group, he excels as an executive coach, consultant, and speaker. Number one tip: As you start to lead people, don't underestimate the impact you're having. Because you may be having the impact that you have no idea that's actually happening. Contact info: ... The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, president of CADdesignhelp.com. You can reach me at . You can download it here on iTunes: Or directly on my site at CADdesignhelp.com Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @caddesignhelp Please like and subscribe to my YouTube channel: Thanks, Scott Tarcy
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Engineering Leadership Coach – Francis Lacoste – Ep 145
04/01/2024
Engineering Leadership Coach – Francis Lacoste – Ep 145
Francis is an who helps CTOs and VPs of Engineering at scaling tech startups nurture amazing work cultures and high-performance teams that build products and services that delight their customers. Number one tip: If you are a staff engineer or have technical position: remember whenever are acting with someone they are a human too, you will have more empathy. Contact info: ... The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of CADdesignhelp.com. You can reach me at . You can download it here on iTunes: Or directly on my site at CADdesignhelp.com Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @caddesignhelp Please like and subscribe to my YouTube channel: Thanks, Scott Tarcy
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Dwellwell Analytics – Dan Simpkins – Ep 144
03/04/2024
Dwellwell Analytics – Dan Simpkins – Ep 144
Dan Simpkins is the Chief Executive Officer and one of the two founding partners of Dwellwell Analytics, Inc. The company has developed an IoT SaaS product that helps protect residential real estate assets by identifying maintenance issues before they become costly and disruptive Dan’s company Hillcrest created the original 3D mouse for smart TV’s. He went from there to his new company Dwellwell which makes diagnostic sensors for homes. Number One Tip: Don’t let convention wisdom get you down, like “that’s a crazy idea”. The 10 laws of the entrepreneur. You have to go over the line to see the line. Early on, an entrepreneur should seek mentors. Contact Info: Linkedin: ... The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of CADdesignhelp.com. You can reach me at [email protected]. You can download it here on iTunes: Or directly on my site at CADdesignhelp.com Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: @caddesignhelp Please like and subscribe to my . Thanks, Scott Tarcy
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Innovative Insoles and Shoe Inserts – Tom Smoot, Jr. – Ep 143
01/20/2024
Innovative Insoles and Shoe Inserts – Tom Smoot, Jr. – Ep 143
Innovative Insoles and Shoe Inserts – Tom Smoot, Jr. – Ep 143 Tom founded Lift and Shift Foundation and most recently Project Biotech that aim to improve the lives of others. He's also a graduate student and a former army veteran with a personal story of resilience. The Lift and Shift foundation is a non-profit who help veterans shift from military to civilian life through science and technology. Project Biotech is a business that makes custom Orthotics and targeted nutrition plans to fight foot pain and diabetic symptoms. Number One Tip: You can’t do everything yourself and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Contact Information: .. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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KittyCAD (Developing Tools for Hardware Design) – Jessie Frazelle – Ep 142
12/22/2023
KittyCAD (Developing Tools for Hardware Design) – Jessie Frazelle – Ep 142
Jessie is the co-founder and CEO of KittyCAD. KittyCAD is a new CAD software that will have both your normal graphical interface but also the ability to code directly. This solves a common problem in CAD of both slow workflow and having to fix failed features, like fillets. I have been there many times! Make sure to check out this episode. I can wait for Jessie and her team to finish the product. Number One Tip: Do what you love. Contact Information: The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Coravin Wine Preservation Device – Greg Lambrecht – Ep 141
11/27/2023
Coravin Wine Preservation Device – Greg Lambrecht – Ep 141
Greg’s background is in medicine, but he has been passionate about wine since his first sip of a vintage wine in Napa at age 16. He received his Master of Science in Medical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. I’m not a wine guy, but the history of why wine is bottled in glass and the size of the bottle is interesting. We discuss all of that and why Coravin solves many of the problems of storing wine after it has been opened. Number One Tip: The best inventions come from meeting an unmet need. And you need to know whether you want to be an inventor or an entrepreneur. Contact Information: DM him on X and Instagram: Gregatcoravin The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast – David Mantey – Ep 140
11/08/2023
The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast – David Mantey – Ep 140
Latest Technology News – David Mantey – Ep 140 David is the Editorial Director of Digital Media at Industrial Media, a publishing company that owns some of the most recognized websites in the manufacturing industry. These include Industrial Equipment News, Manufacturing Business Technology, Manufacturing.net, and Food Manufacturing. David has an interesting job, and we talk about how he got started, how he finds out about the latest news, and some good stories he’s written. Top Tip: Focus on constant improvement Contact Information: David Mantey Editorial Director, Digital Media Today in Manufacturing podcast: LinkedIn: Design & Development Today: Twitter: The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Particle41 – Ben Johnson – Ep 139
10/17/2023
Particle41 – Ben Johnson – Ep 139
Particle41 – Ben Johnson – Ep 139 Ben is the CEO & Founder of , a development firm providing businesses with integral support on application development, data science, and DevOps projects. I learned some new things in this episode. Devops is platform engineering. For example, his team created a training program on the Oculus headset. The training program was for safety training for operating a forklift. We discussed raising capital. Start with angel investors in your community. Lastly, we discussed personal productivity and AI. Top Tip: Just get up and do it. Contact info:
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Hone Your Writing Skills – Pam Hurley – Ep 138
09/13/2023
Hone Your Writing Skills – Pam Hurley – Ep 138
Pam Hurley is founder and president of Hurley Write, Inc. She helps corporations fix the writing problems that are costing them time & money. Everyone must write papers in high school and college (write 10 pages on subject X) but in the real world this is not how it works. In the business world, the importance of writing is clear communication. For example, I write SOP’s (standard operating procedures) for most processes in my business. This makes it easy to train a new employee. Number one tip: Plan for good writing. Contact info: Pam Hurley, PhD President 910-233-7670 Hurley Write, Inc. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Universal Robotics–Brian Kobus–Ep 137
08/09/2023
Universal Robotics–Brian Kobus–Ep 137
Brian Kobus is the southeast Business Development Manager for Universal Robots based out of Charlotte, NC. I personally met Brian during a demonstration he was running with a robot. He showed us a simple pick and place example of the robot moving a block from one area to another The UR robot is easy to program. No code is needed. When it comes to repetitive tasks, getting a robot can pay for itself very quickly. In addition to labor savings, robots do not need bathroom breaks, time off and do not make mistakes. Number one tip Don’t be intimidated by robotics, once you learn it the next project will be a lot easier Contact: The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Pipeline Design & Engineering – Aaron Moncur – Ep 136
07/04/2023
Pipeline Design & Engineering – Aaron Moncur – Ep 136
Aaron Moncur is the founder of Pipeline Design & Engineering. aron has a similar background to me where he worked as a design engineer first before starting his company. He worked designing medical devices. His company specializes in making custom manufacturing equipment. He’s learned (like me) that trading time for money has limited scalability so he has gotten into creating products. His first one is a threaded detail installer. Aaron also has a podcast. Check it out, it’s called “ Number one tip: be nice to people. Everything we do, its all about relationships Contact: Today’s Episode is Sponsored by Are you an engineer or designer looking for reliable and skilled manufacturers to bring your designs to life? , the world’s largest online manufacturing marketplace, connects you with over 10,000 suppliers across the globe. Browse the directory, or submit a Request for Quote and receive an average of 4 quotes from US suppliers. MFG provides access to a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, including precision machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, so you can find the right supplier for your specific project needs. Signing up for is quick and free, and gives you the ability to manufacture your engineering designs efficiently and effectively. So why wait? Sign up for MFG.com today and take your engineering and design projects to the next level. Again, Visit to sign up today. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at Itunes link website link
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How to get Your Business Noticed – Jim James– Ep 135
06/06/2023
How to get Your Business Noticed – Jim James– Ep 135
Jim worked his career in Public Relations. His company was out of Singapore, and he sold that business a few years ago. How he runs the . We talked about how you can increase brand awareness for your company. The main ways you can do this are to create engaging social media posts that educate the viewer and the other way is to make sure you are authentic. Your posts need to inform, educate or inspire. Number one tip: Make yourself available. Contact info: Today’s Episode is Sponsored by Are you an engineer or designer looking for reliable and skilled manufacturers to bring your designs to life? , the world’s largest online manufacturing marketplace, connects you with over 10,000 suppliers across the globe. Browse the directory, or submit a Request for Quote and receive an average of 4 quotes from US suppliers. MFG provides access to a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, including precision machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, so you can find the right supplier for your specific project needs. Signing up for is quick and free, and gives you the ability to manufacture your engineering designs efficiently and effectively. So why wait? Sign up for MFG.com today and take your engineering and design projects to the next level. Again, Visit to sign up today. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at [email protected]
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The Bold Patent Guy- JD Houvener– Ep 134
05/31/2023
The Bold Patent Guy- JD Houvener– Ep 134
J.D. Houvener is the founder of Bold Patents, a law firm for startups and inventors to get their patents. He also has his own podcast, , which is in its second season. He has a background working for Boeing as an engineer before starting his law firm. We talked about how important it is to write your provisional patent the right way, which is talking about the novel aspects of your invention. We talked about an example of how JD’s company helped an inventor with a fish lure product. Don’t be afraid of infringement on your patent. If people are trying to copy you then you have a great product. Number one tip: Make sure to get an experienced patent lawyer on your side from the beginning of your invention process. Contact info: Today’s Episode is Sponsored by Are you an engineer or designer looking for reliable and skilled manufacturers to bring your designs to life? , the world’s largest online manufacturing marketplace, connects you with over 10,000 suppliers across the globe. Browse the directory, or submit a Request for Quote and receive an average of 4 quotes from US suppliers. MFG provides access to a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, including precision machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, so you can find the right supplier for your specific project needs. Signing up for is quick and free, and gives you the ability to manufacture your engineering designs efficiently and effectively. So why wait? Sign up for MFG.com today and take your engineering and design projects to the next level. Again, Visit to sign up today. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Freetime Solutions- Barry Coziahr – Ep 133
05/09/2023
Freetime Solutions- Barry Coziahr – Ep 133
Barry Coziahr is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Freetime.Solutions, a virtual personnel agency that helps small businesses, one-man-band entrepreneurs and professionals build a powerhouse team of virtual assistants. I personally have a lot of experience with virtual assistants. I have been using them for years now to free up my time and scale my business. Number one tip Take the time to train people, get some help so you can expand your business. Contact info: Today’s Episode is Sponsored by Are you an engineer or designer looking for reliable and skilled manufacturers to bring your designs to life? , the world’s largest online manufacturing marketplace, connects you with over 10,000 suppliers across the globe. Browse the directory, or submit a Request for Quote and receive an average of 4 quotes from US suppliers. MFG provides access to a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, including precision machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, so you can find the right supplier for your specific project needs. Signing up for is quick and free, and gives you the ability to manufacture your engineering designs efficiently and effectively. So why wait? Sign up for MFG.com today and take your engineering and design projects to the next level. Again, Visit to sign up today. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Exponential Theory – Aaron Bare – Ep 132
05/02/2023
Exponential Theory – Aaron Bare – Ep 132
Exponential Theory – Aaron Bare – Ep 132 Aaron Bare is a bestselling author and speaker on the topic of exponential theory. He helps businesses grow at an exponential rate instead of a linear rate. Large companies tend to think that 10% annual growth is good. But Aaron argues that this mentality limits you and prevents exponential growth. We talked in depth about how emerging technologies are changing the world. We talked in depth about Artificial Intelligence. Number one tip The biggest opportunity is to think bigger about the problem you are solving. Contact info Today’s Episode is Sponsored by MFG.com and Shapeways Are you an engineer or designer looking for reliable and skilled manufacturers to bring your designs to life? MFG.com, the world’s largest online manufacturing marketplace, connects you with over 10,000 suppliers across the globe. Browse the directory, or submit a Request for Quote and receive an average of 4 quotes from US suppliers. MFG provides access to a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, including precision machining, injection molding, and 3D printing, so you can find the right supplier for your specific project needs. Signing up for MFG.com is quick and free, and gives you the ability to manufacture your engineering designs efficiently and effectively. So why wait? Sign up for MFG.com today and take your engineering and design projects to the next level. Again, Visit MFG.com to sign up today. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at Itunes link website link
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World’s First Ever Auto-Leveling Traveling Tripod – Michael Bogue – Ep 131
04/22/2023
World’s First Ever Auto-Leveling Traveling Tripod – Michael Bogue – Ep 131
Michael Bogue is the brand manager of Benro Tripods in the US. He has a wide-ranging background from his current role managing tripods and lighting in the US, to his start in the photo business with DJI and drones. We talked about Benro’s newest product, Theta. It is a smart, modular travel tripod with auto-leveling, an auto-lock QR ring, and more. They launched a Kickstarter and it has already raised 2.5 million dollars. Number one tip: He does photography for his job, get out there and take as many photos as you can Contact info Reach out on The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at
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Voice Tone Artificial Intelligence- Sean Austin – Ep 130
04/10/2023
Voice Tone Artificial Intelligence- Sean Austin – Ep 130
Sean, CEO, and Co-Founder of are on a mission to empower stakeholders with comprehensive and actionable information around tonal analytics. Helios is pioneering speech analytics for Wall Street. They have saved investors MILLIONS by eliminating tone deafness to increase confidence in trading decisions. They are the first and only company doing this in finance. We discuss how tonal nuances, emotional analytics, and insights can lead to hidden issues that may not be clear. Number one tip: You can make a lot of progress with a small budget. Very lean to get prototypes out there and talk to people. If you have a small budget, go talk to hedge funds Contact info: Do you want to quit your job and be an entrepreneur? Click here: Need help with your product design? Click here:
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Driving a Boat Blind using Augmented Reality– David Rose– Ep 129
03/27/2023
Driving a Boat Blind using Augmented Reality– David Rose– Ep 129
David Rose is an MIT lecturer, inventor, and five-time entrepreneur, who draws on culture, design, travel, and music to envision future products and businesses sparked by the next generation of technology. His last book, Enchanted Objects, is the definitive book on designing the Internet of Things. David wrote the seminal patent on photo sharing, founded an AI company focused on computer vision, and was VP of Vision Technology at Warby Parker. He is known for translating complex technologies into delightfully intuitive new products and consulting with businesses on how to thrive during digital disruption. We had an in-depth conversation about how augmented reality can be implemented, especially in boat navigation. Number one tip: Try to be a lead user Contact info:
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The Instafloss Invention – Eli Packouz – Ep 128
03/11/2023
The Instafloss Invention – Eli Packouz – Ep 128
The Instafloss Invention – Eli Packouz – Ep 128 Eli is the inventor of , the world's first 10 second floss. I love invention episodes because we cover topics from engineering to marketing. We talked in detail about how Eli came up with the idea, how he validated it was something people wanted, and how he engineered it. Eli worked with experts like dentists to create the ideal design. The product had a successful Kickstarter campaign. You can pre order it here: Number one tip: You have to partner with people who know the stuff you don’t. For Eli that was dentists. You can pay consultants or give equity. Clause – Make sure they do what they need to do or they don’t get the equity. Want to be very careful with equity partners. How do you convince someone to work for equity – if its truly a good idea they will be on board Contact info: This week’s episode is Sponsored by . Onshape is the only cloud-native product development platform featuring professional-grade CAD and data management. With Onshape you no longer need an expensive workstation - all of the heavy lifting is done in the cloud - things like rendering and creating large assemblies can be done on inexpensive devices Onshape is a professional tool like Solidworks. It was actually created by the same founders as Solidworks. I have used Onshape and if feels just like Solidworks, with all the same commands. So if you are a current Solidworks user, it’s a very easy transition. I highly recommend the engineers and product developers listening to consider using Onshape for their business You can try it for free at or click the link in the description
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Automated Pool Chemistry Monitoring – Ravi Kurani – Ep 127
02/12/2023
Automated Pool Chemistry Monitoring – Ravi Kurani – Ep 127
Ravi Kurani is the CEO and founder of , which is a water chemistry monitor company. He grew up working for his dad who owned pool supply stores. He went to college for a mechanical engineering degree and after school worked for NASA. He left NASA to start his company Sutro. We discuss the entire series of steps he took to bring his company to life. From idea validation, to prototyping, to manufacturing and funding. Number one tip: Lessons learned: as a founder your number one focus is managing risk. Across employees, investors, across customers. 2nd thing: your most important resource is people. Contact info: Email:
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Video Game Entrepreneur – Beau Button – Ep 126
01/27/2023
Video Game Entrepreneur – Beau Button – Ep 126
Video Game Entrepreneur – Beau Button – Ep 126 President and CTO of - - Has a very interesting story and spends a majority of his time outside of work building through 3D printing. Beau has a background in computer hardware and software. Atlas Reality builds video games as a consultancy and builds their own games. We talked about the process of building location-based games. Beau says “It’s a nightmare building these games”. It’s refreshing to hear someone really tell you how it is. Then we talked about 3D printing for the 2nd half of our conversation. Number one tip: If you are an entrepreneur trying to start a software business, don’t try to teach yourself coding. Find a technical co-founder. Contact info: This week’s episode is Sponsored by . Onshape is the only cloud-native product development platform featuring professional-grade CAD and data management. With Onshape, you no longer need an expensive workstation - all of the heavy lifting is done in the cloud - things like rendering and creating large assemblies can be done on inexpensive devices. Onshape is a professional tool like Solidworks. It was actually created by the same founders as Solidworks. I have used Onshape and if feels just like Solidworks, with all the same commands. So, if you are a current Solidworks user, it’s a very easy transition. I highly recommend the engineers and product developers listening to consider using Onshape for their business. You can try it for free at or click the link in the description.
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Liquid Instruments- Daniel Shaddock – Ep 125
01/03/2023
Liquid Instruments- Daniel Shaddock – Ep 125
Liquid Instruments- Daniel Shaddock – Ep 125 Daniel Shaddock is the CEO and Founder of . LI makes high precision scientific equipment. They take the complexity of the physical world and push it into the digital world using software and high powered computers. Some of their devices are used by NASA on the space shuttle. They are measuring changes along the lines of a nanometer over the distance of a mile in space. Even though they have some very high-tech tools, they are also making simpler measurement tools used at the university level. One of their more popular tools is the . Number one tip: Things will take longer than you expect but don’t lose hope. Set agressive goals, its better to set aggressive goals and miss by 20% than set easy goals you will hit. Contact info: This week’s episode is Sponsored by . Onshape is the only cloud-native product development platform featuring professional-grade CAD and data management. With Onshape, you no longer need an expensive workstation - all of the heavy lifting is done in the cloud - things like rendering and creating large assemblies can be done on inexpensive devices. Onshape is a professional tool like Solidworks. It was actually created by the same founders as Solidworks. I have used Onshape and if feels just like Solidworks, with all the same commands. So, if you are a current Solidworks user, it’s a very easy transition. I highly recommend the engineers and product developers listening to consider using Onshape for their businesses. You can try it for free at or click the link in the description. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of You can reach me at Follow me on Twitter and Instagram: You can download here on iTunes: Or directly on my site here: Thanks, Scott Tarcy
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Launch Cart Ecommerce Platform – Greg Writer – Ep 124
12/15/2022
Launch Cart Ecommerce Platform – Greg Writer – Ep 124
Launch Cart Ecommerce Platform – Greg Writer – Ep 124 Greg is the CEO of Launch Cart, an ecommerce platform. He got his start by working as an investor. He invested in inventors and startups. Greg is an inventor. One of his early inventions was a kid’s safe browser in the 1990’s. We go into details about how to raise money for your startup. For example, Greg went and befriended the mayor of the city to get the connections he needed. You need to get an attractive offer and show the risk reducers to help your odds to get an investment. Number one tip: Get a coach or mentor. Contact info: This week’s episode is Sponsored by . Onshape is the only cloud-native product development platform featuring professional-grade CAD and data management. With Onshape, you no longer need an expensive workstation - all of the heavy lifting is done in the cloud - things like rendering and creating large assemblies can be done on inexpensive devices. Onshape is a professional tool like Solidworks. It was actually created by the same founders as Solidworks. I have used Onshape and if feels just like Solidworks, with all the same commands. So, if you are a current Solidworks user, it’s a very easy transition. I highly recommend the engineers and product developers listening to consider using Onshape for their businesses. You can try it for free at or click the link in the description. The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at . You can download here on iTunes: Or directly on my site here: Follow me on Twitter/Instagram:
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Wealth Advisement for Engineers – Bill Keen – Ep 123
12/06/2022
Wealth Advisement for Engineers – Bill Keen – Ep 123
Wealth Advisement for Engineers – Bill Keen – Ep 123 Bill Keen has a passion for helping others achieve their retirement dreams and founded Keen Wealth Advisors with this goal in mind. Bill specializes in advising those within the engineering community on issues related to ESOP plans, compensation, taxes and benefits planning. We talked about the differences in taxes and financial planning between employees and entrepreneurs. We talked about how much you should be saving for retirement and more. Check out Bill’s number one selling book: , which is available on Amazon.com. Also check out Bill’s podcast, Number one tip: Treat your own personal retirement plan as a project. Contact info: This week’s episode is Sponsored by Onshape is the only cloud-native product development platform featuring professional-grade CAD and data management. With Onshape, you no longer need an expensive workstation - all of the heavy lifting is done in the cloud - things like rendering and creating large assemblies can be done on inexpensive devices. Onshape is a professional tool like Solidworks. It was actually created by the same founders as Solidworks. I have used Onshape and it feels just like Solidworks, with all the same commands. So, if you are a current Solidworks user, it’s a very easy transition. I highly recommend the engineers and product developers listening to consider using Onshape for their businesses. You can try it for free at or click the link in the description. The Engineering Entrepreneur podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of . You can reach me at Follow me on Twitter/Instagram: You can download here on Itunes: Or directly on my site here:
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Machine Learning to Diagnose Health of Distributed Systems – Ava Naeini – Ep 122
10/16/2022
Machine Learning to Diagnose Health of Distributed Systems – Ava Naeini – Ep 122
is the Founder and Data Architect of which is an intelligent engine that uses machine learning and statistical processing with various heuristics to determine the healthiness and performance of distributed systems. Many software engineers must constantly manually monitor their systems to see if there is a pattern developing that could lead to issues. Ava’s tool allows engineers to work on bigger issues while the system is monitored automatically. We talk about all the challenges with starting a company after creating the product, including the challenges of getting a patent. Number one tip: Creating a company was a challenge, for example setting up the platform, Corporation and LLC. Some tools she suggests: – used to create a company. Patent process – have a lawyer. - Cost was very reasonable. Contact info:
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Engineering Career Coach – Jeff Perry – Ep 121
08/23/2022
Engineering Career Coach – Jeff Perry – Ep 121
Engineering Career Coach – Jeff Perry – Ep 121 Jeff is a leadership/career coach for engineers and tech professionals and the founder of He is also a host on the engineering career coach podcast. He helps engineers by working with them on their mindset. Number one tip: to be intentional in what you are trying to become, whether an employee or entrepreneur. Contact info:
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ThingLogix Company – Rob Rastovich- Ep 120
07/30/2022
ThingLogix Company – Rob Rastovich- Ep 120
ThingLogix Company – - Ep 120 is the CTO of , a company that provides a low-code platform built on AWS, Google, and Azure to accelerate innovation and system development by a factor of 50 or more. We talk about examples of how his company provides value. The refrigerator example of how the software monitors the temperature of a refrigerator explains it well. Robs top tips: Business models that could not exist without technology. Amazon could not have existed without the internet. Take the blinders off. Imagine the things you can do in a subscription. Contact info:
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Life Science Inventions and Patent Law– Kevin Buckley and Neil Thompson – Ep 119
06/30/2022
Life Science Inventions and Patent Law– Kevin Buckley and Neil Thompson – Ep 119
Life Science Inventions and Patent Law– Kevin Buckley and Neil Thompson – Ep 119 Kevin Buckley is the founders of Torrey Pines Law Group and Neil Thompson is a patent agent with the firm. The firm focuses on life science inventions that often have an AI component. We discuss the differences between patent agents and patent attorneys. We also discuss the typical costs of getting a product patented. We also discussed the steps involved in getting a patent. If you are a new inventor, this is one episode that you do not want to miss! Number one tip: Get a provisional at least, even if it’s cheap and dirty. Contact info:
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Youngest Person to Fly a Rocket to Space – Jordan Noone – Ep 118
05/31/2022
Youngest Person to Fly a Rocket to Space – Jordan Noone – Ep 118
Youngest Person to Fly a Rocket to Space – Jordan Noone – Ep 118 Jordan Noone is the Co-Founder and General Partner of Embedded Ventures. He has had a lifelong interest in aerospace, including designing and building spaceflight hardware at age 18 while at the University of Southern California. He is also the first student and youngest individual in the world to get Federal Aviation Administration clearance to fly a rocket to space (150 km altitude) while leading USC’s Rocket Propulsion Lab. He also created a brandnew CAD program called Kitty CAD. It is a totally different type of CAD that is programmable, not click based. His main business, Embedded Ventures, is a next generation venture capital firm investing in dual-use space startups beyond launch. Number one tip: Find the top 3 areas of your life and do something where those areas intersect. Contact info: Twitter: @thejordannoone Email: [email protected] The Engineering Entrepreneur Podcast is produced by Scott Tarcy, President of CADdesignhelp.com. You can reach me at [email protected] Check out my new online course: https://info9704710.wixsite.com/engineeringpreneur
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Draft.Dev – Karl Hughes – Ep 117
05/17/2022
Draft.Dev – Karl Hughes – Ep 117
Draft.Dev – Karl Hughes – Ep 117 Karl Hughes studied mechanical engineering in college but in his last year got into coding. His first job was building a blog for his college campus. From that, he worked in programming and managing writers. During the pandemic, he started his business, . His company writes technical posts for software companies. Blog posts are important for SEO but most companies don’t specialize in writing blog articles, So there is where Draft.dev comes in. We talked about how he develops new business. He realized that he needed to hire help once he was not able to handle all the incoming requests. Number one tip: Niching down and knowing your market really well. Contact info:
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