Speak Truth to Power w/ Thom Ruhe | Ep. 176

What happens when a state’s startup scene has a strategist at the helm? In Part One of our conversation with Thom Ruhe—CEO and Founder of NC IDEA and a lifelong champion for entrepreneurs—we unpack what it really takes to build an ecosystem where businesses don’t just survive but scale with purpose.  Thom joins David and Gary to explore the heart of economic development, why good ideas still need good infrastructure, and bold bets and the hard truth about what founders actually need. LINKS: NC IDEA Site ___________________________________ Submit Your Questions to: hello@thebigpixel.net OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube Our Hosts David Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel The Podcast David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start. In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture. Contact Us hello@thebigpixel.net 919-275-0646 www.thebigpixel.net FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC Big Pixel 1772 Heritage Center Dr Suite 201 Wake Forest, NC 27587 Music by: BLXRR