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Ecosysteming is the podcast redefining economic development through the lens of equitable entrepreneurship. Join NC IDEA’s Thom Ruhe as he engages with entrepreneurs and experts who are challenging the status quo and driving lasting change. Catch new episodes of Ecosysteming every other Tuesday on all major podcast platforms.
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Signup to Generate a PitchEcosysteming is the podcast redefining economic development through the lens of equitable entrepreneurship. Join NC IDEA’s Thom Ruhe as he engages with entrepreneurs and experts who are challenging the status quo and driving lasting change. Catch new episodes of Ecosysteming every other Tuesday on all major podcast platforms.
Ecosysteming is hosted by NC IDEA. The show has published 51 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "From the Lab to the Startup World w/ Ellora McTaggart | Ep. 51" (20 October 2026, 47 minutes), "Coastal Entrepreneurship Is Rising w/ Sophie Dagenais | Ep. 50" (6 October 2026, 61 minutes), and "The Founder Behind Atlanta's Startup Boom w/ David Cummings | Ep. 49" (22 September 2026, 55 minutes).
Ecosysteming publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 47 minutes across 51 episodes.
Booking probability for Ecosysteming is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Ecosysteming requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Ecosysteming's contact route on record: verified email.
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NC IDEA hosts Ecosysteming, a business podcast with 51 episodes published.
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Episode #51
What does it take to turn a scientific discovery into a thriving startup? In this episode of Ecosysteming , host Thom Ruhe sits down with Ellora McTaggart , Co-Founder and CEO of Carolina Instruments , to discuss her...
Episode #50
We are celebrating 50 episodes of the Ecosysteming podcast with Sophie Dagenais , President and CEO of the New Hanover Community Endowment , for a conversation about how philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and innovation...
Episode #49
What do you do after building and selling a hugely successful software company? If you’re David Cummings , you put the vast majority of your wealth back into helping build the next generation of entrepreneurs. On this...
Episode #48
What happens to a successful business when its owner is ready to retire, but there is no one prepared to take over? On this episode of Ecosysteming , host Thom Ruhe sits down with Darryl Lindie , Co-Founder of New...
Episode #47
At just 18 years old, Arnav Chauhan is already challenging the traditional path from high school to college to career. In this episode of #Ecosysteming, host Thom Ruhe talks with Arnav about leaving the traditional high...
Episode #46
Episode 46 of #Ecosysteming features a very special guest as host Thom Ruhe sits down with Q. Nicole Vanderhorst , founder and CEO of WH Farms Co. , to discuss her journey from commercial real estate to building a...
Episode #45
This episode of #Ecosysteming offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at NC IDEA’s grantmaking process with Amy Bastian , Vice President of Grants and Programs. With applications for the Fall 2026 Grant Cycle now open, Amy...
Episode #44
Can we destroy PFAS forever chemicals before they reach our drinking water? Doug Speight believes we can. Doug is the CEO of AxNano , a five time technology startup founder, and an experienced innovation...
Episode #43
Franchising is often overlooked as a path to entrepreneurship, but Anna Dey is redefining what it means to build a business through the franchise model. In Episode 43 of #Ecosysteming , host Thom Ruhe sits down with top...
Episode #42
Episode 42 of #Ecosysteming is a real treat as host Thom Ruhe sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and community builder Talib Graves-Manns . This wide ranging conversation explores ownership, wealth creation...
Episode #41
Once known for tobacco and textiles, Winston-Salem is now producing founders and funders that are catching the attention of the entire nation. On Episode 41 of Ecosysteming , host Thom Ruhe sits down with Stan Parker...
Episode #40
Episode 40 of Ecosysteming welcomes Amy Dunlap , CEO and Co-founder of Stemz , a Winston-Salem based logistics and technology company connecting U.S. flower farmers with floral creatives. Host Thom Ruhe chats with Amy...
Episode #39
How can a founder fully tap into North Carolina’s entrepreneurial ecosystem? Founder and CEO of Stem Plug , Rich Gilliam , shares his journey on Episode 39 of the Ecosysteming podcast with host Thom Ruhe . Rich’s path...
Episode #38
Episode 38 of Ecosysteming welcomes Margaret McNab , a longtime friend of the Foundation. Host Thom Ruhe sits down with the Principal and Strategic Advisor of McNab & Company to discuss her accomplished career helping...
Episode #37
If you are a founder looking for direction on how to tap into the entrepreneurial ecosystem, this episode is for you. Runbin Dong , Founder and CEO of Scale Social AI , knows how to make the most of the resources...
Episode #36
Episode 36 of Ecosysteming welcomes a good friend of the Foundation, Michelle Bolas , President and CEO of NCInnovation . What does it take to turn university research into real economic opportunity for North Carolina...
Episode #35
2026 has already been a BIG year for NC IDEA and an even bigger one for North Carolina’s startup ecosystem. On this episode of 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨, host Thom Ruhe sits down with Scot Wingo and Robbie Allen...
Episode #34
Episode 34 of Ecosysteming is a must listen as host Thom Ruhe sits down with Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell . Together, they explore what is driving Raleigh and the Triangle’s momentum and why the region continues to...
Episode #33
Episode 33 of 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 welcomes a familiar face and NC IDEA’s newest team member, Tom Snyder , Vice President of Programs at the Foundation. Host Thom Ruhe joins Tom for a wide-ranging conversation...
Episode #32
Episode 32 of Ecosysteming is here, now in VIDEO format! Host Thom Ruhe sits down with Carlo Diy , NC IDEA Program Manager, for a conversation that traces Carlo’s path from mission driven work to entrepreneurship...
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Senior Scientific Director of Epidemiology Research, American Cancer Society
dean of the Honors College and the P.D. Merrill Endowed Chair of Business at the University of New England, University of New England
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