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The DisruptiveAF Podcast - 11) Tom Burden: Remaining persistent in the face of uncertainty
Air Force Research Laboratory
Sept. 1, 2020 | 42:42
Tom Burden: "People often avoid adopting new solutions for fear of it leading to future hazards without understanding the hazards presented by the status quo."
Tom is a former Air Force F-16 maintainer who went on to found the company Grypmat and pitch on the show Shark Tank. He's dedicated to developing innovative products that incorporate complexity and simplicity to increase efficiency and user friendliness.
During this episode, Tom joins our hosts Kinsley "TRIGGER" Jordan and Daniel Hulter to discuss sharing ideas, remaining persistent and the importance of customer discovery.
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