
April 30, 2025
The Tech Founders Podcast #18 - Paige Velasquez Budde, CEO of Zilker Media
In this episode, we dive into the power of building a personal brand as a tech founder with Paige Velasquez-Budde, co-founder and CEO of Zilker Media.
Paige specializes in helping high-performing entrepreneurs build personal brands that drive trust and business growth. In this conversation, she explains why trust is the new currency in business—and how founders can leverage their personal brand to earn it. We cover everything from conducting a brand audit to aligning your content strategy with company goals.
Paige also shares real-world stories of tech founders who used their personal brands to drive results—from winning awards and attracting top talent to creating new sales opportunities and partnerships.
What you'll learn:
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Why building trust is your secret weapon as a founder
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How to align your personal brand with your startup's growth goals
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A step-by-step guide to building a brand with limited time and resources
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Three types of content every founder should be creating
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The biggest branding mistakes founders make—and how to fix them
If you're a startup founder looking to stand out, build relationships, and grow your business, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can start using today.