Ep. 024. - Mario Casabona, Angel investor, founder of TechLaunch & Casabona Ventures, LLC

In this episode of The Value of Values, Mario, a first-generation immigrant and entrepreneur shares his journey from emigrating from Italy to founding and running a successful tech company.  

Mario reflects on the values of honesty, integrity, and hard work instilled by his parents and how these shaped his personal and business life.  He discusses the impact of immigrant culture on his work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset, emphasizing the importance of doing the work yourself before expecting it from others.

Mario also shares insights from his career, including lessons learned from mentors and his pivot from being an engineer to a successful manager and entrepreneur.  The conversation highlights his transition from working at established companies to founding his own, ultimately leading to his experience as an angel investor.  Mario touches on the importance of taking calculated risks, learning from failure, and the critical role of strong partnerships and integrity in business success.

The episode offers valuable takeaways for aspiring entrepreneurs, such as the significance of trust, perseverance, and maintaining core values throughout one’s career.

Key Takeaways:

Honesty and Integrity: These core values were central to Mario’s upbringing and business practices, leading to long-term trust and successful partnerships.

Entrepreneurship and Risk: Mario highlights the importance of taking calculated risks and learning from failures to grow personally and professionally.

Mentorship and Teamwork: Success in business often hinges on learning from mentors and fostering a strong, dedicated team.

Quotes from Mario:

“Treat people how you want to be treated.”

“Don't expect someone to do something you're not willing to do yourself.”

Link to TechLaunch:

https://techlaunch.com/