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Brock Mammoser

Hi, I’m Brock! The 27 year old founder of Frost Buddy. Our online business went from 0 to $80M in under 5 years & I’m just here to share my journey as the CEO, tips for entrepreneurs, personal development, & help you get a behind the scenes look of operating a multi-million dollar business. If you like it, hit subscribe and please share the show! I don’t make $$ off of this, I just want to help inspire others.

  1. 2d ago

    8. 13,000 Retail Locations - Alex French, Bizzy Coffee

    In this episode, Alex French shares the story behind building Bizzy, from having countless ideas and failed businesses to turning a simple cold brew concept into a growing national brand. He opens up about the lessons he learned from failure, the importance of solving a real consumer problem, and what it took to spend more than a decade building a business that finally reached profitability. Takeaways • Failed businesses can become some of an entrepreneur's most valuable lessons. • The best opportunities often come from identifying a real consumer problem and finding a better way to solve it. • Building a consumer brand can require years of persistence, capital, and operating through uncertainty. • Reaching profitability doesn't mean the challenges are over. • Commodity prices and tariffs can dramatically impact a business even when everything internally is being done right. • Entrepreneurship can put you into survival mode for years and have a lasting impact on how you operate. • Physical challenges can help build the mental resilience needed to navigate difficult periods. Chapters 00:00 The Entrepreneurial Mindset & 20+ Bad Ideas 01:11 Turning Failures Into Lessons 02:04 The Business That Almost Worked 03:24 Finding the Right Opportunity 04:02 The Origin Story of Busy 06:29 Why Cold Brew? 08:48 The Bet on At-Home Coffee 10:45 From Two Years of Development to 13,000 Locations 11:39 Ten Years to Profitability 12:27 The Brutal Reality of Scaling 14:00 The Annual Fundraising Survival Cycle 17:18 Living in Survival Mode 20:04 Building Mental Strength Through Physical Challenges 23:03 Entrepreneurship Has No Finish Line 24:27 The Emergency Raise 25:19 Coffee Prices, Brazil & Tariffs 27:41 Fighting to Save the Business 30:22 The Personal Financial Toll 32:41 The Worst Year of Entrepreneurship 34:53 When Everything Finally Turns Around 35:16 Learning to Celebrate the Small Wins 37:05 Competing Against the Giants 38:39 The Truth About Coffee Roasts 42:53 Why Busy Put Caffeine Front and Center 44:09 The Marketing Change That Increased Sales 30% 45:27 When the Right Message Changes Everything 48:12 The Next Big Product Idea 50:58 Building the Next Chapter of Busy 57:59 Success, Identity & Entrepreneurship 59:06 What Comes After 13 Years? 1:00:28 The Double Espresso Shot 1:01:10 Relaunching a Product That Failed 1:03:18 Finding the Right Price, Pack Size & Placement 1:04:17 Why Tiny Tweaks Can Change Everything 1:05:39 What Kept Alex Going for 13 Years

  2. Jul 27

    7. $1M in 60 Seconds & the Weight Nobody Sees — Brandon Horoho, Montana Knife Company

    In this conversation, Brandon Horoho shares insights into building a legacy brand, the personal side of growth, the burden of responsibility, the impact of fast growth, the meaning of success, the journey to success, the true measure of success, and the entrepreneurial dilemma. The conversation delves into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by entrepreneurs, exploring the impact of zero, the relentless pursuit of success, and the internal struggle of never feeling satisfied. It also touches on the sacrifices made in balancing work and family, the importance of setting intentional seasons in life, and the power of small wins in overcoming a downward spiral. Takeaways Building a legacy brand requires a long-term vision and a commitment to passing down the company for generations.Success is not just about financial achievements, but also about the impact on employees and the community.The burden of responsibility as a business owner involves making tough decisions and ensuring the company's growth and success. The emotional weight of zero in entrepreneurshipThe importance of setting intentional seasons in life Chapters 00:00 Building a Legacy Brand02:58 The Personal Side of Growth05:57 The Burden of Responsibility09:06 The Impact of Fast Growth11:53 The Meaning of Success15:01 The Journey to Success18:00 The True Measure of Success20:57 Legacy and Entrepreneurial Dilemma29:37 The Weight of Zero30:22 The Entrepreneurial Game32:00 The Longevity of Entrepreneurship33:30 Balancing Work and Family34:51 The Four Burner Method50:32 The Impact of Seasons56:16 Overcoming a Downward Spiral

  3. 09/25/2025

    2. This Week At Frost Buddy | Ghostbusters | New Products | Customer Identity

    Summary In this conversation, Brock Mammoser shares exciting updates about FrostBuddy, including new product launches, licensing agreements, and insights into customer preferences. He discusses the importance of understanding customer identity, the challenges of seasonal product planning, and the need for innovation in product design. Brock emphasizes the significance of community engagement and maintaining a small business feel despite growth, while also outlining future product launches and customization options. Takeaways We landed the Ghostbusters license, which is huge for Halloween. Everything needs to glow for Halloween next year. Drinkware is an experience and an identity. We're speaking to identities harder and harder, leading to significant growth. We did like 3 million in licensing last year, aiming for 10-15 million this year. Planning takes so much more as we grow. Innovation is key to setting us apart in the market. Customization is essential for customer engagement. If products aren't meaningful, we discontinue them. Community engagement is vital for maintaining our small business feel. Chapters 00:00 FrostBuddy Updates and New Licenses 02:51 Product Development and Market Insights 06:05 Understanding Customer Identity and Preferences 09:01 Licensing and Seasonal Strategies 11:56 Planning and Execution in Business 14:41 Innovation and Product Design 17:56 Marketing Strategies and Customer Engagement 20:29 Future Product Launches and Customization 23:39 Community Engagement and Company Culture

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Hi, I’m Brock! The 27 year old founder of Frost Buddy. Our online business went from 0 to $80M in under 5 years & I’m just here to share my journey as the CEO, tips for entrepreneurs, personal development, & help you get a behind the scenes look of operating a multi-million dollar business. If you like it, hit subscribe and please share the show! I don’t make $$ off of this, I just want to help inspire others.