Your Company Needs Big Ideas and Creativity, But Great Execution is the Key to Success: With Kurt Uhlir

By Yitzi Weiner and Casmin Wisner

“My teams have been able to come up with some incredible new technology because we see how technologies are converging before others do. However, ideas cannot grow unless there is 1) capital and 2) a team that knows how to execute them.”

I had the pleasure of interviewing Kurt Uhlir, repeat founder, CEO, and inventor of disruptive technology in five industries with 16 granted patents. His life experiences span rescue squad triage, stunt work, angel investing, and high-growth leadership. His genuine desire to help others and focus on continued learning would be impressive at any stage in someone’s career, but is refreshing to see in the c-suite. While Kurt has advised on M&A deals, early-stage growth, and IPOs for various technology companies during his career, he’s a born operator that thrives in disruptive environments.

Thank you so much for doing this with us! What is your backstory?

I grew up in northern Alabama splitting most of my time between coding and…