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The Startup that Created a New Biotech Superfuel

Michael Brandt is co-founder and CEO of H.V.M.N. He’s an avid triathlete and marathoner.
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Podcast: The Startup that Created a New Biotech Superfuel

Michael Brandt is co-founder and CEO of H.V.M.N. He’s an avid triathlete and marathoner. Before starting H.V.M.N., he received his BS in Computer Science & Design at Stanford, was a Product Manager at Google, and Adjunct Professor at the Academy of Art in SF. He has always been a leader, and lifelong student, of designing products around new technologies and emerging needs.

Key Highlights

[00:01 – 16:55] The Science Behind Ketone

  • Ketone is nature’s super fuel without sugar and caffeine
  • Direct-to-consumer and e-commerce strategy
  • Getting funding from a top-tier firm
  • Fund-raising shouldn’t be hard

[16:56 – 36:39] Nutritional Primitive

  • Michael shares what Nutritional Primitive means and the difference Ketone makes 
  • Hacking into big growth and big market capitalization
  • Michael shares his leadership style within the company and his personal fitness preference
  • The importance of having honesty and clarity in hiring

[36:40 – 39:10] Closing Segment

  • How running serves as Michael’s daily practice that gives him peace
  • See the links below to connect with Michael

 

Additional Links:

LinkedIn: /in/mdbrandt/ 

Website: https://hvmn.com 

Brian’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-c-adams/

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