Innovation, Exploration, and the Drive to Do More: A Conversation with Dick Lucas
- E3
- 1:25:49
- June 23rd 2025
On this episode of the IVI Podcast where Joe Phoenix is joined by Dick Lucas, co-founder of Fullsend Solutions for an adventurous conversation.
Joe and Dick dive deep into his journey from a collegiate runner to a marathon hiker, surfer, coder, successful business owner, podcaster, and potentially a future politician. Discover the ethos behind Fullsend Solutions, their strategic relationship with Givinga, and how they've managed to build a successful company with a 'work hard, play hard' mentality. Learn about Dick's incredible experience hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and the lessons derived from such an arduous journey. Finally, explore Dick's thoughtful perspectives on politics, solutions for societal issues, and his potential political aspirations.
This episode is packed with inspiration, insights, and a deep dive into overcoming challenges and striving for meaningful impact.
Connect with Dick Lucas and Fullsend Solutions:
- Dick Lucas on X / Twitter
- Dick Lucas on LinkedIn
- Fullsend website
- No Gradient on YouTube: @nogradient
- No Gradient website
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the IVI Podcast
00:36 Meet Dick Lucas: Marathon Hiker and Innovator
02:06 The Story of Full Send Solutions
04:31 The Early Days: From Raizlabs to Full Send
13:59 Building a Unique Company Culture
21:29 Overcoming Challenges: The Givinga Partnership
27:04 Navigating COVID-19: A Test of Resilience
35:48 The Pacific Crest Trail Adventure
43:15 The First Two Weeks: Struggles and Adjustments
44:11 Finding Your Pace: The Journey to Mile 2000
45:04 The Final Steps: Reflections and Accomplishments
46:02 Trail Names and Culture: Embracing a New Identity
51:39 Facing Fears: Dangerous Moments on the Trail
55:41 Life Lessons: Impact of Travel and Adventure
01:01:49 Political Discourse: The Need for Solutions
01:10:07 Energy and Environment: Balancing Progress and Sustainability
01:19:34 Final Thoughts: Encouragement and Future Plans
The IVI Podcast
Innovators, Visionaries, and Impact
Hosted by Joe Phoenix, Founder and CEO of Givinga
The IVI Podcast explores the world of innovation, vision, and impact on the world with some of today's most fascinating people.
Joe Phoenix sits down with a range of leaders from across the landscapes of business, technology, government, philanthropy, and even the occasional NASA engineer on his quest to discover how we... as people can make a positive impact on the world.
Meet the Host
With 30 years in the global asset management industry in the US and overseas, Joe recognized that financial technology was underutilized in the charitable giving industry and could be used to change the way donors think about giving. He believes anyone can be a philanthropist, especially when they have access to and leverage all available resources.