Welcome to The Startup Sensations Podcast, the weekly transatlantic business podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of startups from Both Sides of The Pond. Join us as we explore the stories, strategies, and successes from the most innovative startup founders, industry experts and active investors in North America, the UK and from around the world.
The show is hosted from the UK by Bulent Osman, exited tech founder, and from the US by Shelley Bays, founder of three international advisory firms. From Silicon Valley to London's tech scene, they will bring you interviews with inspiring founders, investors and experts who are making waves in the startup world.
Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or just starting out, an investor, a sector service provider, or someone who is fascinated to learn more, The Startup Sensations Podcast has something informative and motivational for you.
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Welcome to The Startup Sensations Podcast, the weekly transatlantic business podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of startups from Both Sides of The Pond. Join us as we explore the stories, strategies, and successes from the most innovative startup founders, industry experts and active investors in North America, the UK and from around the world.
The show is hosted from the UK by Bulent Osman, exited tech founder, and from the US by Shelley Bays, founder of three international advisory firms. From Silicon Valley to London's tech scene, they will bring you interviews with inspiring founders, investors and experts who are making waves in the startup world.
Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or just starting out, an investor, a sector service provider, or someone who is fascinated to learn more, The Startup Sensations Podcast has something informative and motivational for you.
Subscribe to this podcast on your favourite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode.
Email us at hello@startupsensations.com.
Join our community on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn Page and watch video highlights on YouTube.
From Wall Street to IPO: Scott Bok’s Wisdom for Aspiring Founders and Entrepreneurs
Startup Sensations
46 minutes
3 months ago
From Wall Street to IPO: Scott Bok’s Wisdom for Aspiring Founders and Entrepreneurs
S6 Ep1 – Scott Bok is a former CEO, investment banking trailblazer, and author of “Surviving Wall Street: A Tale of Triumph, Tragedy and Timing.” Having taken his boutique New York firm from its entrepreneurial roots all the way to a multi-billion-dollar IPO, Scott brings a wealth of experience and authentic insights from the dynamic world of financial services.
In this thought-provoking episode, Scott shares the realities of leaving a secure, prestigious career at Morgan Stanley to launch a new kind of investment bank—one that defied the era’s trend for financial "supermarkets" and instead focused on personal, client-centric advisory.
He discusses navigating five major crises, flourishing in the face of fierce competition, and handling the unpredictable personal and emotional challenges that come with leadership. Scott and Shelley explore entrepreneurship on both sides of the Atlantic, including the contrasting attitudes towards risk and failure in the UK and US, and look ahead to key trends in fintech and the growing influence of artificial intelligence.
🎙️ Key Topics:
The leap from Wall Street stability to startup uncertainty
Steering a firm through five economic crises and fierce industry competition
Building international teams and managing UK vs US cultural differences
The power of authentic leadership, humility, and team-building in scaling a business
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Startup Sensations
Welcome to The Startup Sensations Podcast, the weekly transatlantic business podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of startups from Both Sides of The Pond. Join us as we explore the stories, strategies, and successes from the most innovative startup founders, industry experts and active investors in North America, the UK and from around the world.
The show is hosted from the UK by Bulent Osman, exited tech founder, and from the US by Shelley Bays, founder of three international advisory firms. From Silicon Valley to London's tech scene, they will bring you interviews with inspiring founders, investors and experts who are making waves in the startup world.
Whether you're a serial entrepreneur or just starting out, an investor, a sector service provider, or someone who is fascinated to learn more, The Startup Sensations Podcast has something informative and motivational for you.
Subscribe to this podcast on your favourite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode.
Email us at hello@startupsensations.com.
Join our community on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn Page and watch video highlights on YouTube.
