Cast is changing that paradigm with video. Imagine a two-minute video explaining your 401(k) performance over the past year — featuring your specific data. Imagine a quick video explaining recent changes to your cell phone bill. Cast’s short-form videos explain complex concepts in a one-on-one format — driving engagement and action, not analysis paralysis. Casts can be used to deliver information internally to executives or externally to customers.
When he was finally face-to-face with founders Maisha Burt and Allyson McDougal he immediately noticed their palpable energy despite hours of previous meetings. Brimming with enthusiasm himself, Patel turned the tables and pitched the startup on his mentorship — citing his ability to dig deep into financial models, introduce them to senior executives at Comcast, and help refine investor pitches.
Beam Health, a startup Sas launched with long-time friend Ranga Jayawardena. Beam Health is a telemedicine platform for patients and doctors to connect through HIPAA-compliant online video calls. Patients can get treatment from their existing physicians, or choose a specialist from anywhere in the United States. They don’t need to download software.