First Builders
The First Builders Podcast from The Council dives into the stories of those who go first—founders, funders, and early operators who helped build category-defining companies before they were household names. Hosted by General Partner Amber Illig and Partner Rachel Tsui, each episode brings a candid, practical conversation with someone who has helped shape companies before there was a playbook.
First Builders
Founders, Firestarters, and First Principles: A Month of First Builders
In this July 4th special, we’re taking a quick pause from new interviews to celebrate the sparks that launched First Builders. This 20-minute highlight reel brings together some of the most powerful moments from our first month of guests.
You’ll hear:
– Maia Bittner on resilience and scaling post-acquisition
– Nathan Baschez on frameworks, writing, and building in public
– Jason Prestinario on taking on healthcare giants
– Rohini Pandhi on scaling product and platform from the ground up
It’s a short and energizing listen—perfect for a holiday walk or weekend recharge. Thanks for building with us so far—we’re just getting started.
Featured Guest
• Maia Bittner – Co-founder of Pinch, angel investor, and early team member at Chime
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• Nathan Baschez – Co-founder of Every, writer, and early-stage operator
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• Jason Prestinario – CEO of Particle Health
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• Rohini Pandhi – Product and platform leader, advisor, and operator
Follow: @rohini_pandhi
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