**XTRAordinary Podcast - Episode: Building Billion-Dollar Dreams with Thomas Healy of Hyliion** In this episode of XTRAordinary, hosts Teague Egan and Spence engage in a riveting conversation with Thomas Healy, the founder and CEO of Hyliion. They explore Thomas’s remarkable journey of founding Hyliion, a company revolutionizing the trucking industry with hybrid and electric solutions. Thomas shares the story behind the inception of Hyliion, the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way, and the innovative technologies that are driving the company forward. The discussion delves into the significant milestone of taking Hyliion public and the strategic steps involved in this process. Thomas provides insights into what it means to lead a company through an IPO and the impact it has had on Hyliion’s growth and vision. Notably, Thomas Healy became the youngest self-made billionaire ever, a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication. He opens up about this achievement, discussing the motivations and inspirations that drive him. From his early ambitions to his current success, Thomas reflects on what keeps him inspired and motivated to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the clean energy and transportation sectors. Join us for an inspiring episode that offers a deep dive into the mind of a young billionaire entrepreneur, his journey with Hyliion, and the future of sustainable transportation. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to XTRAordinary Thomas! 00:52 Hyliion 05:38 Taking The Company Public 16:41 Raising $700 Million Dollars 18:30 Growing Up With Entrepreneur Parents 22:30 Building The Hyliion Team 24:00 Being On The Board At Carnegie Mellon 27:12 Where Do You Find Your Inspiration? 33:40 Sacrifices With Startups 46:37 Developing Exciting Technology 49:57 Advice For Your Younger Self? 51:08 Iterative Cycles And SpaceX 1:03:35 Thank You For Being on the Show THOMAS! **Keywords:** Thomas Healy, Hyliion, Clean Energy, Electric Vehicles, IPO, Youngest Billionaire, Entrepreneurship, Motivation, Innovation, XTRAordinary Podcast.