In this episode of Geeks of the Valley, we chat with Kenan Saleh and Faizan Bhatty, the dynamic co-founders of Halo Cars, a startup that reimagined outdoor advertising by integrating data and digital technology into rideshare vehicles. Their fresh take on out-of-home ads caught the attention of Lyft, leading to an acquisition and the birth of Lyft Media.
The conversation kicks off with a relaxed post-COVID life update from New York, then dives into how the duo identified a gap between online and offline advertising—and built a company to bridge it. Kenan and Faizan share what it was like going through an acquisition, why culture fit is more critical than most realize, and how startup energy blends (or clashes) with big tech bureaucracy.
They wrap by introducing their next chapter: Distributed Capital, an investing syndicate focused on supporting early-stage founders. Packed with real lessons and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to understand the full journey from idea to exit.
- Faizan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faizanbhatty/
- Kenan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenansaleh/
