Episode 128: Innovation, Introverts, and Uber Wars
This week we are joined by David Zipper, the Managing Director at 1776 Ventures, a global startup hub based in Washington D.C. A veteran of the Bloomberg Administration in New York City and the mayoral administrations of Adrian Fenty and Vincent Gray in Washington D.C., David discusses innovative initiatives he’s been a part of including a deal DC struck with startup company Living Social in addition to the introduction of ride hailing regulations during the infamous DC Uber Wars. We also chat about innovative transportation companies blossoming around the globe as well as what kinds of traits make for great innovators.
