# Brad Hunstable > Founder of Ustream (acquired by IBM for $150M) & CEO of Linear Labs Founder & CEO of Linear Labs, a next-generation electric motor company powering global mobility, HVAC, and industrial systems. Previously founded and led Ustream, the world’s first live streaming platform, serving hundreds of millions of users and generating $40M in annual revenue before being acquired by IBM for $150M to form IBM Cloud Video. Recognized as EY Southwest Entrepreneur of the Year, D CEO Dallas 500 Leader, and Fort Worth CEO of the Year. Named among San Francisco Business Times’ “40 Under 40,” Hollywood Reporter’s “Digital Power Players,” and Variety’s “Digital 25: Visionaries, Innovators & Producers.” Graduate of West Point and MBA from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. Things I can advise on: ✔️ How to start a tech company ✔️ Guidance on fundraising & exits ✔️ Best practices for scaling operations ✔️ Advice on product-market fit ✔️ Leading mission-driven teams ✔️ Strategy for innovation in hardware ✔️ How to build global partnerships Passionate about helping founders and engineers bring breakthrough ideas to life and scale technology that moves humanity forward. ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $300.00 ## Example Questions - I’m thinking of starting a company. What are the next few things I should focus on? - How do I know if my business idea will work? - How would you approach growth for my business? - What key metrics should I aim for at different stages to be a best in class company? ## Links - [Expert profile](/BradHunstable) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/1391974XqsMX9_j.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)