Today we are dropping a podcast of an interview I had with with Robert Pakalski of Datum Source. Links to Apple and Spotify here. Rob is a one of the rare type of entrepreneur that process both the ability to be an exceptional founder while also being a great operator. I feel so fortunate to be in the right place in the right time to be first money in and experience this journey with Rob and his team.
Today, David is speaking with Rob Pakalski. Rob is co-founder and CEO of Datum – a venture-backed early-stage startup aiming to be the nucleus of the world’s supply chain. Rob spent the first ~4 years of his career at SpaceX, leading supply chain efforts for various products, including the spacesuit, Falcon Heavy thrust structure, and Dragon Spacecraft structural components. After SpaceX, Rob led the supply chain department at Virgin Hyperloop for 2.5 years before co-founding Datum. Rob is passionate about helping both buyers and suppliers work together to bring hardware to market more efficiently.
What You’ll Learn:
• All things Space Tech
• Raising a $4.6M Seed Round
• Details about the Supply Chain in Advanced Manufacturing
• Working at SpaceX
• The reason why Datum Source founders decided to solve the supply chain problem in the space industry
Favorite Quote:
“In a Negotiation Never Speak First”
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David Paul is the founder and general partner at DWP Capital. All opinions expressed by David and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and do not reflect the opinions of DWP capital. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for decisions. David and guests may maintain positions in the securities discussed on this podcast.
