Founders Stories

Brian Scudamore
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A show about ordinary people on a journey to build their own exceptional businesses. Host Brian Scudamore, founder and CEO of O2E Brands, is on a mission to uncover the founders stories of some of our most inspiring people – from the decisions that lead them to take the leap, to the celebrations and lessons that follow.

  1. 2023-11-21

    Shamus & Campbell's Story: You Never Know Until You Ask

    For the first time, Brian hosts founders from outside O2E Brands. Shamus Madan and Campbell Baron aren’t your everyday entrepreneurs. From cold calling Mark Cuban to building multiple businesses, these two are fearless when it comes to taking chances and learning fast… all as teenagers!

    35 min

  2. 2022-03-16

    Marc's Story: Pool Day, Interrupted

    How does an interrupted pool day lead to owning a WOW 1 DAY PAINTING business? It was the moment Marc Sieber realized he and his wife needed to make their dream of business ownership a reality - and this is his story.

    18 min

  3. 2022-03-16

    Kim's Story: The Corporate Misfit

    After a particularly frustrating day at work, Kim Rood decided enough was enough - and found a home and a purpose at WOW 1 DAY PAINTING. Seven years later his pioneering mindset is paying dividends - and his life is forever changed. This is Kim’s story.

    19 min

  4. 2022-03-16

    Myles' Story: King of Windows… and Master of Light

    Myles Reville had his entire career as a ‘corporate bigwig’ planned out… until the honeymoon period wore off, and he dreamed of something more. Then fate intervened, and his route to work - plus a well-timed connection, led him to business ownership at Shack Shine.

    16 min

  5. 2022-03-16

    Paul's Story: The Very First Franchise Partner

    You can’t tell the story of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? without telling the story of Paul Guy. Not only was he instrumental in the franchising of the business, but he was also our very first Franchise Partner. Over two decades later, he has built an empire worth over $100m. Featuring a special guest host, this is Paul’s story.

    27 min

  6. 2021-10-26 · BONUS

    Bonus: The Greatest Guerilla Marketing Stunt Ever?

    In this bonus episode, I chat with Tom Rypma, our Franchise Partner from Season 2 Episode 1, on how he managed to accomplish a near-impossible feat and how it resulted in a once-in-a-lifetime event that I will never forget. Curious as to what that feat was? You'll have to listen to the episode to find out!

    8 min

  7. 2021-10-13

    Sami's Story: This is a Tech Company That Does Painting

    In her previous life, Sami Martinez was the interior designer everyone sent their "difficult customers" to. Today, as a Franchise Partner, she's proven that she's as tough as nails as she is generous: over the years, she's fostered over 30 kids. How does she do it all? Hear her story on how she took her background in interior design and created an amazing value-add for her customers.

    17 min

  8. 2021-10-13

    Jon's Story: Do You Believe in Heroes?

    Jon Barrows came from the franchise world, so when he discovered WOW 1 DAY PAINTING, he saw an opportunity to get in at the ground level. But from Day 1, Jon knew it was never about painting. It was about changing peoples' lives.

    19 min
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A show about ordinary people on a journey to build their own exceptional businesses. Host Brian Scudamore, founder and CEO of O2E Brands, is on a mission to uncover the founders stories of some of our most inspiring people – from the decisions that lead them to take the leap, to the celebrations and lessons that follow.

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  • Creator
    Brian Scudamore
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Brian Scudamore
  • Show Website
    Founders Stories