Founders Trust Podcast

John Hayes
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Entrepreneurship is complicated. So the show is simple. In each episode, we focus on one practical aspect of the day-to-day experience of being an early-stage startup founder, particularly in the Midwest. We cover everything from go-to-market strategies and marketing execution to mental resilience and mentorship. Each week, we speak with an "entrepreneurial resource, " such as an experienced founder, investor, or other professional, who provides perspective on the topic of the day, and a founder of an early-stage startup, who pitches his or her company and offers practical guidance.

  1. 09/14/2022

    Startup Spotlight: Epoch

    Epoch Boats is building the first skiff boat designed with foils and electric propulsion using cutting-edge engineering and technology. Cruising at speeds of more than 30 mph while producing only 1% of the carbon emissions produced by traditional combustion engine boats, Epoch's watercraft provide the optimal mix of performance and environmental impact. Are you a founder looking to be matched with early-stage investors who are experts in your industry? Apply to be a part of Founders Trust Network at https://airtable.com/shrxI7QVlToNTLY4C. Are you an angel investor or early-stage VC fund looking to connect with startups curated to match your specific investing parameters? Sign up to join our community of FTN investors at https://airtable.com/shrBmd8lWM9PTcIKS.

  2. 09/09/2022

    Startup Spotlight: Genetica

    Genetica is a consumer commerce tool that uses its “Flora” artificial intelligence across Cannabis and CBD dispensaries to provide personalized recommendations for the customer. Flora represents a data pool of over 650 million sources utilized in real-time to scientifically select the best product recommendations for individual consumers. Learn more about the company at https://www.getgenetica.com/! Are you a founder looking to be matched with early-stage investors who are experts in your industry? Apply to be a part of Founders Trust Network at https://airtable.com/shrxI7QVlToNTLY4C. Are you an angel investor or early-stage VC fund looking to connect with startups curated to match your specific investing parameters? Sign up to join our community of FTN investors at https://airtable.com/shrBmd8lWM9PTcIKS.

  3. 08/17/2022

    Startup Spotlight: Damn Right Cocktails

    Damn Right Cocktails is a new line of "ready-to-drink" ("RTD") tequila beverages focused on providing millennial women with a drink made just for them. Made with 100% agave tequila and USDA certified organic, Damn Right beverages can be found in Costco, Goody Goody, and Fiesta Beverage in CA, TX, CO, MA, and RI. Product is currently being rolled out in AZ, IL, NY, NY, GA, and FL. If you're interested in connecting with the company or checking out other startups that are part of the Founders Trust Network, join for free today at https://airtable.com/shrBmd8lWM9PTcIKS.

  4. 07/27/2022

    Startup Spotlight: Tallysight

    Our first Startup Spotlight segment features Tallysight, the content marketing & monetization platform used by thousands of sports gaming media teams and creators to eliminate time-consuming work, scale creator-driven content, and grow revenue in sports gaming. Gavin Gilfand walks through an overview of the company, providing insight into Tallysight's model, traction, and future prospects. Learn more about the company at tallysight.com!

  5. 04/27/2021

    Groovy with Improovy: Andre Kazimierski

    I spoke with Andre Kazimierski, the founder of Improovy, which matches customers with vetted, trustworthy painters and home improvement professionals. Andre and I discuss the founding story of Improovy, why he’s so invested in changing the status quo for service businesses, his focus on being an “engine of delight” for his customers, and a whole lot more. Check out https://www.improovy.com/ the next time you need a trusted, reliable professional painter for your home improvement project!

  6. 04/22/2021

    Lessons from WealthBlock: Trill Jeong

    I spoke with Trill Jeong, the founder of WealthBlock, which streamlines fundraising and LP management for PE and VC firms, hedge funds, and other capital raisers. Trill and I discuss the origins of WealthBlock, his passion for investing, building confidence as a first-time founder, setting up a system to bring top talent to your team, and a whole lot more.

  7. 03/25/2021

    Knowing When to Pivot: Joe Lee, Gamerjibe

    Today, we’re discussing the one word founders dread: pivoting. I spoke with Joe Lee, the founder of Gamerjibe, one of Chicago’s hot new startups that connects people through the gamification of virtual events. Joe and I discuss Gamerjibe’s evolution over time, the pivot that brought them to find their niche for success, and raising venture capital funding for the first time. As part of our conversation, Joe shares his thoughts on the importance of finding early advocates for your startup.

  8. 03/23/2021

    Scaling Through Tech: Daleele Alison, RooksDM

    Today, we’re discussing how founders can scale by automating the processes that eat up their daily schedule. I spoke with Daleele Alison, a cofounder of RooksDM, a technology service provider that scales professional services firms through automated systems and processes. Daleele and I discuss the importance of creating and understanding your process for even the most simple of tasks, how simple automations can result in massive leverage of time and resources, and the unfortunate reality that not everything can actually be automated. As part of our conversation, Daleele offers some great advice on how to streamline your customer onboarding process.

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Entrepreneurship is complicated. So the show is simple. In each episode, we focus on one practical aspect of the day-to-day experience of being an early-stage startup founder, particularly in the Midwest. We cover everything from go-to-market strategies and marketing execution to mental resilience and mentorship. Each week, we speak with an "entrepreneurial resource, " such as an experienced founder, investor, or other professional, who provides perspective on the topic of the day, and a founder of an early-stage startup, who pitches his or her company and offers practical guidance.

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  • Creator
    John Hayes
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © John Hayes
  • Show Website
    Founders Trust Podcast