3DE Club Podcast Features Sol Lipman: From Silicon Valley Tech to Santa Cruz Pizza Entrepreneur
The 3D Entrepreneurs Club (3DE Club) is thrilled to announce its latest podcast episode featuring Sol Lipman, renowned tech entrepreneur and founder of Pleasure Pizza in downtown Santa Cruz. In this engaging conversation, 3DE Club members Fiona, Milo, Hunter, Zoe, and Giselle dive into Sol’s unique entrepreneurial journey, from Silicon Valley startups like 12seconds.tv and DRIVR to running a community-focused pizza shop.
Viewers will get an inside look at how Sol combines his tech-savvy entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to food and community engagement. The episode highlights Sol’s philosophy of reconnecting with people, involving his five children in weekend shifts, offering $3 slices to kids 13 and under, and creating a family-friendly environment that fosters connection and creativity.
Beyond pizza, Sol and his wife Erica are committed to supporting local artists, showcasing their work on the restaurant’s walls and strengthening the cultural fabric of Santa Cruz. This episode exemplifies how entrepreneurship can evolve into purpose-driven ventures that impact the community in meaningful ways.
To view the podcast episode and behind-the-scenes videos: https://3de.club/podcast_sol_lipman
About Sol Lipman
Sol Lipman is a tech entrepreneur known for ventures including 12seconds.tv and DRIVR. He transitioned from Silicon Valley to Santa Cruz to create Pleasure Pizza Downtown alongside his wife Erica. Sol’s approach integrates family, community, and creativity, making his pizza shop a hub for connection and innovation. https://www.pleasurepizzasc.com/downtown/
About 3DE Club
3DE Club is a parent-led, nonprofit ed-tech initiative that empowers youth to develop entrepreneurial skills through hands-on experiences like 3D printing, business creation, and innovative problem-solving. For more information, visit https://3de.club
The podcast series “Little Entrepreneurs. Big Questions!” gives students the opportunity to interview real-world entrepreneurs, gaining insights and inspiration for their own ventures.
