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Flight Control

Cody Retlich is an alumni of the Techstars Iowa Accelerator (see Cody on-stage at #TSDemoDay in 2022) and this is the first of a new In The Wild category. Recorded after the launch of 1MC in Madison and Milwaukee, Cody and his Wisconsin-based team at DroneAdair, help drone pilots manage their business.

This leader knows what’s up when it comes to drone technology. Strap on your seat belt, as Ben and Cody elevate a conversation around content creation, exploring new industries, and activating beta testers as an entrepreneur. After the break, we fly by emerging drone technologies that will captivate your imagination and talk tactics as we all tell stories with photos and video.

BONUS CONTENT: Cody has also launched Legacy Liftoff, which is another cool podcast dedicated to drone technology and the pilots who create art from the air. Enjoy!

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By Ben McDougal, 2 monthsMarch 20, 2024 ago

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Coopetition

Rebekah Sletten is an agricultural advocate in Iowa and tells stories for America’s Cultivation Corridor. Rebekah’s activity throughout the startup community has her connected into emerging agtech innovations and the future of food. Together, we discuss the value of building an engaged network outside of your own industry. We also learn about the Cultivo Virtual Academy, why she’s interested in web3, precision agriculture, and fresh ways to harvest innovation.

By Ben McDougal, 10 monthsJuly 17, 2023 ago

Ben McDougal is an author, founder, technologist, and entrepreneurial ecosystem builder in the connected era.

Ben evolves ideas into reality and accelerates others through the art of connection. He believes that nobody cares about your great ideas. They care how we make ideas happen. His seasons of creativity include:

Ben also caffeinates entrepreneurial ecosystems through the nationwide movement called 1 Million Cups. After leading the Des Moines community for 5 years, Ben now collaborates with the Kauffman Foundation as the @1MCMidwest Regional Rep. This leadership role connects and supports 1MC organizers from 50+ communities throughout 13 different states!

Alongside his work with the Kauffman Foundation, Ben joined Techstars as an Entrepreneur in Residence and Ecosystem Builder. That innovative role allowed Ben to continue accelerating inspired founders while connecting mentors and investors from around the globe.

To visualize this work that Ben describes as career nirvana, visit the Museum. In addition to work that feels like play, Ben also enjoys travel, golf, EDM, reading, philosophy, wine, craft beer, pinball, poker and spending treasured time with his wife and daughter. May the best of your todays, be the worst of your tomorrows. Cheers!

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