MSx Insider - Cayla Marvil | Stanford MSx Insider

The podcast explores the experiences and insights of Cayla Marvil, an MSx student at Stanford who is also the co-founder and CEO of Lamplight Brewing. Cayla discusses her unconventional path from mathematics to culinary arts and brewing, emphasizing how her diverse background informs her entrepreneurial approach. She highlights the value of the Stanford community in providing mentorship and a fresh perspective on her business. The conversation also touches on Cayla's passion for adventure, her involvement in Women in Management, and her future aspirations in alternative proteins and cultivated meat, driven by concerns about climate impact and ethical food production.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Guest Background

Part 2: Stanford Experience, Business Insights

Part 3: Lifestyle, Balance, Leadership

Part 4: Future Outlook, Career Pivot

Part 5: Advice, Reflections

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MSx Insider - Cayla Marvil

Stanford MSx Insider

Part 1: Introduction, Guest Background

Vegas Foam: A Traditional GSB Experience and a Night of Partying

Introducing Cayla Marvil: From Brewer to Stanford MSx Student

From Mathematics to Brewing: Cayla's Unexpected Career Path

Food as a Love Language: Building Community Through Shared Meals

Part 2: Stanford Experience, Business Insights

Applying Stanford Lessons to the Brewery: A New Perspective

Integrating Stanford Learnings into Brewery Operations

Non-Tech Entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley: Cayla's Perspective

The Power of the Entrepreneurial Network at Stanford

Part 3: Lifestyle, Balance, Leadership

Cayla's Adventurous Spirit: From Sailing to Adventure Racing

Balancing Career, Academics, and Adventure: Cayla's Priorities

Balancing Personal Relationships and Academic Life

Involvement in Women in Management (WIM) at GSB

Part 4: Future Outlook, Career Pivot

Balancing Academics, Community, and Fun at Stanford

Prioritizing Fun and Community in the Final Quarter

Exploring Alternative Proteins and Cultivated Meat for Impact

Cultivated Meat: A Blend of Brewing Expertise and Ethical Concerns

Part 5: Advice, Reflections

Advice for Prospective MSx Students: Storytelling and Journaling

Passion, Balance, and a Clear Vision for the Future

MSx Insider - Cayla Marvil

Stanford MSx Insider

Part 1: Introduction, Guest Background

00:07Vegas Foam: A Traditional GSB Experience and a Night of Partying

Vegas Foam: A Traditional GSB Experience and a Night of Partying

00:55Introducing Cayla Marvil: From Brewer to Stanford MSx Student

Introducing Cayla Marvil: From Brewer to Stanford MSx Student

03:11From Mathematics to Brewing: Cayla's Unexpected Career Path

From Mathematics to Brewing: Cayla's Unexpected Career Path

05:21Food as a Love Language: Building Community Through Shared Meals

Food as a Love Language: Building Community Through Shared Meals

Part 2: Stanford Experience, Business Insights

07:08Applying Stanford Lessons to the Brewery: A New Perspective

Applying Stanford Lessons to the Brewery: A New Perspective

08:15Integrating Stanford Learnings into Brewery Operations

Integrating Stanford Learnings into Brewery Operations

09:57Non-Tech Entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley: Cayla's Perspective

Non-Tech Entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley: Cayla's Perspective

11:45The Power of the Entrepreneurial Network at Stanford

The Power of the Entrepreneurial Network at Stanford

Part 3: Lifestyle, Balance, Leadership

13:31Cayla's Adventurous Spirit: From Sailing to Adventure Racing

Cayla's Adventurous Spirit: From Sailing to Adventure Racing

15:27Balancing Career, Academics, and Adventure: Cayla's Priorities

Balancing Career, Academics, and Adventure: Cayla's Priorities

17:56Balancing Personal Relationships and Academic Life

Balancing Personal Relationships and Academic Life

19:42Involvement in Women in Management (WIM) at GSB

Involvement in Women in Management (WIM) at GSB

Part 4: Future Outlook, Career Pivot

21:26Balancing Academics, Community, and Fun at Stanford

Balancing Academics, Community, and Fun at Stanford

22:34Prioritizing Fun and Community in the Final Quarter

Prioritizing Fun and Community in the Final Quarter

24:03Exploring Alternative Proteins and Cultivated Meat for Impact

Exploring Alternative Proteins and Cultivated Meat for Impact

25:30Cultivated Meat: A Blend of Brewing Expertise and Ethical Concerns

Cultivated Meat: A Blend of Brewing Expertise and Ethical Concerns

Part 5: Advice, Reflections

27:30Advice for Prospective MSx Students: Storytelling and Journaling

Advice for Prospective MSx Students: Storytelling and Journaling

29:33Passion, Balance, and a Clear Vision for the Future

Passion, Balance, and a Clear Vision for the Future