The Jason Cavness Experience Featuring Alvaro Jimenez Jimenez Co-Founder at SELLNET.ai | CEO at Gaudium Capital | Founding Principal at Yunity Alpha

Listen now at: www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com

About the Guest:

Alvaro Jimenez is a global finance and tech leader with a unique career that spans banking, private equity, blockchain, venture capital, and technology services. Currently, he’s the Co-Founder of SELLNET.ai, where he helps businesses navigate digital transformation through a curated network of over 400 tech and telecom providers.

He’s also the Founder of Gaudium Capital, a private equity firm, and Co-Founder of Yunity, a venture capital firm focused on disruptive innovation. Alvaro’s journey began in London’s finance sector and has since included roles at Microsoft, a $2B private equity fund, and a blockchain VC that scaled to over $1.7B in valuation.

A mentor, multilingual speaker, and advisor, Alvaro brings global perspective, technical insight, and philosophical clarity to every venture he touches.

What We Talked About:

Philosophy and mental clarity in leadership

Ancient technologies and the future of AI

Time travel, biotech, and human potential

The private equity and VC landscape explained

What it takes to fundraise in today’s market

Alvaro’s experience in London

Blockchain’s rise and the fall of hype cycles

The founding story and mission behind SELLNET.ai

Mentorship at the University of Washington I

nvestor mindset vs. founder execution

Building long-term relationships in tech

Strategic networking and community events

The intersection of language, culture, and innovation

Final advice on living meaningfully and without regret

RSVP Now – CavnessHR: Seattle’s Got Tech Come see 16 startups demo real tech (not just pitch decks) and a keynote by Kevin Goldsmith

July 30 | Seattle Chamber of Commerce https://lu.ma/v8ihldrg

Connect with Alvaro: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alvarojimenezjimenez

Company: sellnet.ai

Alvaro’s Advice:

"My only advice that I have for myself is to try to become better and provide value and live in a way that you think is meaningful. So if at one point something happens or it ends for whatever reason, that at least you smile and live without regrets."

Hosted by Jason Cavness INFJ | U.S. Army Veteran | Founder at CavnessHR

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Cleo Escarez is the founder of Redyoos, a company transforming jewelry production through circular economy principles and clean tech.

With leadership experience at Starbucks, Williams Sonoma, and Gap Inc., she’s a seasoned strategist who formerly served as COO at Boma Jewelry. Where she led sustainable, ethical operations. Her mission? Drive positive impact by reducing waste and promoting responsible consumption across the fashion and jewelry industries.

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🌐 www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com 🎤

What We Talked About:

🔹 Cleo’s favorite hobbies and travel stories

🔹 Strange foods she’s tried around the world

🔹 Public speaking + sustainability

🔹 Motherhood and the founder journey

🔹 Why she started Redyoos

🔹 Challenges and breakthroughs in sustainability

🔹 Plastic waste, bananas, and behavior change

🔹 Why single-use plastics are such a tough problem

🔹 Balancing idealism with practical solutions

🔹 Building relationships and scaling impact

🔹 Cultural reflections from Cleo’s global life

🔹 Her final thoughts on what we all can do

📣 Cleo’s Advice: “If we have any chance in how to get to a better place with this climate crisis, everybody has to do their part.”

📲 Connect with Cleo:

🔗 LinkedIn 🌍

Redyoos Website

🧪 CavnessHR: Seattle’s Got Tech July 30 Join us at the Seattle Chamber of Commerce to see 16 early-stage startups demo their products no slide decks, just live tech.

🔗 RSVP here: https://lu.ma/v8ihldrg

How Bianca Penuelas Streamlines Companies for Growth and Acquisition

Guest: Bianca Penuelas Founder, Operations Strategist, and Business Transition Expert

Bianca Penuelas is a passionate operator who thrives at the intersection of structure and scale. With deep experience in both tech and food startups, she helps companies build systems that drive efficiency, foster team collaboration, and prepare for growth or acquisition.

As a Seattle University Business Management grad, Bianca is on a mission to empower business owners, ensure smooth transitions, and preserve legacies while setting the stage for future prosperity.

In This Episode, We Cover:

Defining operational excellence (and why it matters)

Challenges and insights from business acquisitions

How to empower teams through structure

The importance of hands-on leadership and delegation

Evaluating company leadership during transitions

Project management and team collaboration

The role of AI in streamlining business operations

Bianca’s startup journey with Good Planet Foods

Empowering business owners through smoother exits

Building financial literacy and business acumen

Also Touched On:

Balancing life, business, and personal growth

Navigating early relationship dynamics

Working with your partner in business

Dog talk: mini poodles vs. schnauzers

Wine preferences and personal downtime

Launching a YouTube channel for business insights

Exploring food manufacturing operations

Internships, second chances, and mentorship

The Washington Prison Podcast and criminal justice reform

Debating the death penalty and social perceptions of prisoners

Face tattoos, social media bias, and public image

Parenthood, career, and legacy-building

Financial goals, credit scores, and small business funding

Seeking distribution and financing for a vape shop

Building relationships with financial institutions

Negotiation and valuation in acquisitions

Economic factors driving ownership decisions

Overcoming hesitation and improving networking skills

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Join Us: CavnessHR Seattle’s Got Tech (July 30)

This isn’t a pitch event. It’s 10 startups demoing real, working tech live, on stage.

Real tools Real traction Real community Come meet the founders, investors, and operators building Seattle’s next wave of tech.

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Connect with Bianca LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/in/bpenuelas

Website: weprospera.com

Bianca’s Advice

“My honest advice is to never stop learning and asking questions. The moment you stop working that muscle or stop taking advantage of the situations you're in, your growth will stall.”