Built from Scratch

Originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado, Justin grew up playing both basketball and football at a high level. In March 2022, he started attending Fayetteville State University in North Carolina, where he played Division II football. In 2023, Justin launched The Juice Products, inspired by his mom’s breast cancer diagnosis and the realization that many everyday products contain harmful chemicals...

From 2023 → 2024, I made five key changes that created for insightful takeaways. In this episode, I’m reflecting on those lessons and sharing the four adjustments I’m making to crush 2025. The new year is upon us—let’s make it the best one yet! Find Built From Scratch updates on Instagram , Facebook , and LinkedIn .

Originally from Bogota, Colombia Daniel’s family moved to the U.S. in 2015 in search of a better future. In 2019, he began his journey at Stetson University, initially pursuing a career in medicine, but quickly realized it wasn’t for him. Faced with the pandemic challenges of 2020, Daniel made a bold pivot, switching his major to business and launching his startup, in December of that year. Since...

Originally from Egypt, Kiro’s journey to the US began after a devastating cybersecurity incident bankrupted his family’s multimillion-dollar business. Seeking a fresh start, Kiro moved to the US with a mountain of debt and a determination to rebuild. In 2019, he began raising awareness about cybersecurity, a field he was deeply passionate about. Just a year later, in 2020, he founded his own compa...

From East Lansing, Michigan, Adam grew up playing the piano, excelling in hockey, engaging in the political climate and nurturing a passion for entrepreneurship. In 2017, Adam began his journey at Michigan State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Political Science before completing his Law Degree in 2023. Midway through his college career, Adam launched his own company, aimed at connecting...

After 10 episodes of Built From Scratch, I took a moment to reflect on the highs and lows since founding The To-Do Dudes in 2020. In the past few years, we’ve served 2,500+ customers, completed over 5,000 projects, and earned 400+ 5-star Google reviews—all while growing revenue by 87% year over year. There’s still so much to learn, but this journey has been one I wouldn’t trade for anything. Find...

In this episode of Built From Scratch , I’ve rounded up the top answers to 10 game-changing questions I asked my guests during the first 10 episodes. From figuring out if you’re an entrepreneur to overcoming setbacks and finding mentors, these insights will inspire, educate, and motivate you to take action. 🔑 Questions we cover: 1️⃣ How do I know if I’m an entrepreneur? 2️⃣ What are the first ste...

Originally from Syracuse, NY, Collin has always been passionate about innovation and problem-solving. Currently a PhD candidate at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, he combines his expertise in tech and engineering to create impactful solutions. As the founder of Acreage Farms, Collin is tackling inefficiencies in vertical farming, developing cutting-edge solutions that have earned him recogni...

Originally from West Palm Beach, FL, Madison has always been inspired by the idea of starting her own business. In August of 2020, while attending Florida State University, she launched her first product line, selling out in just 5.5 hours. Since then, Madison has built a dedicated community of over 13,000 followers across social media, earned recognition as one of Tampa’s 25 Under 25, and sold th...

Originally from Wisconsin, Chad has been building businesses since elementary school, exploring e-commerce, physical products, drop-shipping, clothing brands, sports cards, collectibles, and more. Since launching Rarities Markets, he has bootstrapped his way to a 7-figure business, competed in pitch competitions, and introduced an auction market for rare coins. Currently a student at the Universit...

Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Skye started a skincare brand with a mission to encourage creativity, love, and soul. Since founding the company, she has won over $5,500 in awards and sold more than 1,000 units of her products. Currently a student at Stetson University, Skye plans to graduate in May 2025, after which she will work on her business full time. Skye is just 21 years old. C...

In this episode, I sit down with Zach, the 25-year-old founder and CEO of Caddy Moving, a tech-enabled platform connecting over 7,500 independent movers and serving more than 10,000 customers annually across the U.S. Originally from Chicago, Zach pursued his passion for diving at the D1 level while attending Auburn University. After graduation, he moved to Austin, Texas, where he launched Caddy Mo...

In this episode, I sit down with Mckenzi Lyn Flis, the founder of Old Trends New Trends, a luxury handbag company that’s already making a name in the fashion world. From Flagler Beach, Florida, Mckenzi launched her brand at just 18 years old while attending Stetson University, where she pursued her business degree. Over the years, she has achieved remarkable milestones, including placing in the to...

In this episode, I sit down with Kendall Buck, an entrepreneur who has already made waves in the product design world. Originally from Gilbert, Arizona, Kendall always dreamed of being an inventor. After arriving at Stetson University, a school advisor gave her the confidence to turn that dream into reality. Following 30 iterations of her idea, Kendall launched her first product through a successf...

In this episode, I sit down with Jon Paul, founder of a company that assists businesses with their IT needs in Flagler County, Florida. Originally from Pennsylvania, Jon began his entrepreneurial journey in 2016, launching a side hustle while working at a local cell phone repair store. By 2017, he made the leap to full-time entrepreneurship, building a company that now boasts an impressive custome...

In this episode, I sit down with Nuria, founder of Networking by Nuria , a branding and social media consulting company. Originally from Spain, Nuria began her journey at the University of Rovira and later earned her MBA in the U.S. after attending Slippery Rock University. With 8 years of content creation experience, she now helps small, medium, and large companies grow their brand and social med...

Olivia grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan with a passion for entrepreneurship from a young age. At just 14 years old Olivia began her first company (OG's Bakery) by baking sweet treats for family, friends, and even real customers. After graduating from Michigan State in May of 2024, she is now working on her company full time already closing a distribution partnership with a chain of over 65 c...