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Innovate or Evaporate: Indiana's Startup Rundown with Toph Day

Elevate Ventures CEO Toph Day talks AI, Indiana startups, and the mindset needed to out-innovate your competition. This one’s about betting big on people and using data to drive bold decisions.

Podcast Summary

I ventured downtown to Elevate Ventures to sit with Toph Day, CEO of Elevate Ventures. 

We discussed  various topics, including driving imperfections out of businesses, the role of AI and data in innovation, and specific Indiana businesses making national waves. 

Toph shares insights on entrepreneurship, personal habits for success, and the future of Elevate Ventures. 

You are going to learn about:

  • The Necessity of Constant Innovation

  • Indiana’s best and brightest startups and founders

  • The Power of Data and AI Integration no matter what business you are in. 

Thank you to our partners:

Warm Glow
Keller & Keller

Check out these great clips from the show:
01:15 Interview with Toph Day: Elevate Ventures and Innovation
02:56 The Importance of Innovation in Business
03:44 AI's Impact on Business and Education
07:03 Driving Imperfections Out of Business
14:06 Innovate or Evaporate: The Podcast
25:43 The Evolution of Education and Creativity
32:46 Teaching Financial Responsibility to Kids
33:52 Exciting Venture Investments in Indiana
36:08 Innovative Companies Making Waves
39:14 The Rise of Indiana as an Innovation Hub
49:17 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
52:38 Fun Questions and Local Events
54:59 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Guest(s)

Toph Day

Date Published

April 9, 2025

This podcast is sponsored by

Sweetwater

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

Sweetwater, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a large music store and online retailer that specializes in musical instruments and pro audio equipment. It's known for its extensive inventory, expert staff, and dedication to customer service.

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