Welcome to The Entrepreneur Gene! Host Laurie Barkman dives into the fascinating world of aerospace with Aleksandra Bogunovic, CEO of AeroThreads. Aleks turned her passion for sewing and fabrication into a thriving business that creates thermal blankets for spacecraft with materials that literally go to space!

In this episode, we explore:

• Importance of grit in business.

• Aleks’ journey from working with NASA to founding AeroThreads.

• Challenges of leading a growing team in a rapidly evolving aerospace industry.

• Insights on maintaining company culture while scaling.

• Intersection of creativity and engineering in developing innovative solutions.

Aleks shares her personal story, the influence of her immigrant family, and how her background in arts and finance shaped her entrepreneurial path.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply curious about the aerospace industry, this episode is packed with inspiration and valuable insights!

Quote of the Show: “ Learn to trust your gut, even if you don't understand it.” - Aleksandra Bogunovic
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Connect with Laurie Barkman:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/
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Connect with Aleks:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandra-bogunovic-49493228/
AeroThreads: https://www.aerothreads.com/contact