🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Ken Rapp — a dynamic entrepreneur, commercialization expert, and trusted advisor to startups and investors alike. With a career built on founding companies, creating markets, and delivering strong returns to shareholders, Ken has mastered the art of turning unmet needs into thriving businesses.

Ken’s expertise spans product launches, scalable business models, and enterprise value creation through commercialization. As a member of the Accelerator Fund Investment Committee and an active TAN Advisor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), he works closely with early-stage founders to shape their go-to-market strategies. Beyond business, Ken serves as a Trustee of the Zenie Foundation, helping young people transition into adulthood with the skills and financial literacy to succeed.

In our conversation, we explore how Ken integrates AI into commercialization workflows — from de-risking product launches with predictive insights to accelerating customer discovery and scaling new business models. He also shares lessons on building strong company cultures that empower teams while driving measurable enterprise value.

🔍 Topics we cover:

• Using AI to accelerate commercialization and product launches

• Building scalable business models that attract investors

• Creating company cultures where employees thrive

• Lessons from turning unmet market needs into thriving businesses

• Guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs

🧠 If you’re a founder, investor, or leader looking to unlock enterprise value, this episode is packed with practical insights.

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