HYPE LOUISVILLE

Ditch the dread and master the magic of meaningful connections! Join Nathan Shanks and Andrew Beckman as they crack the code on building a powerful professional network. Forget stale small talk and outdated tactics - this episode is packed with actionable tips you can use today to skyrocket your career. Hear Nathan and Andrew reveal: Game-changing books that transformed their networking game Why q...

 In this episode, Andrew and I talk about why goals are important, how we structure our goals, and give some tips and ideas on how to give yourself the best chance to achieve those goals. Whether your selling, trying to get or stay fit, trying to grow your business, or anything else, goal setting is vital in helping you get there. We hope you enjoy. Please subscribe for some good educational conte...

Join us for an exciting episode of HYPE Louisville, where we sit down with Jay Bowman, a seasoned real estate investor and broker with 25 years of experience in the industry. Jay has dabbled in all aspects of real estate investing and sales, including owning his brokerage, single-family long-term rentals, short-term rentals (Airbnb), self-storage solutions, and private financing. In this podcast,...

In this eclectic episode, we sit down with Maggie Harlow, a dynamic entrepreneur, and community leader, to discuss her experiences in navigating the growth of Louisville, KY, running a business with her spouse, embracing culture, and raising her son, the rising hip-hop artist, Jack Harlow. Growth of Louisville, KY: Maggie Harlow delves into the transformation of Louisville, KY, over the years. As...

 In the latest episode of HYPE Louisville, we sit down with Scott Koloms, CEO of Canopy, a nonprofit organization based in Louisville's Portland neighborhood. Canopy's mission is to create a more vibrant and relevant Kentucky economy that serves all people and takes care of the landscape. Scott, who is also the President/CEO of FMS pbc, the world's first certified B-Corporation janitorial service,...

 In this episode, we sit down with Dan Ratterman, COO of Shady Rays, a sunglasses company that prioritizes values and philanthropy. Dan shares how he and his brother started the company and their journey from mostly online retail to opening brick-and-mortar stores in hot markets. One of the keys to Shady Ray's success is its commitment to fair pricing and a simple return/repair policy. They don't...

Join us on HYPE Louisville as we sit down with Tyler Jury, co-founder of Clayton and Crume, a brand known for its high-quality handcrafted leather goods. Tyler shares his inspiring story of how he started the company and how he instills his generational values into each product they create. Tyler's vision for the retail experience is unique and refreshing, and he shares his insights on bringing th...

In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Coulter, a franchisor with years of local experience in the industry. From Pharmacy school to Lou Vino to Biscuit Belly, Lauren shares her journey of starting as an entrepreneur with her husband, Chad Coulter, to eventually becoming a franchisor and the challenges and lessons she's learned along the way. In addition, we explore the role of a franchisor in p...

In this episode, we sit down with Jane Moreau, former Chief Financial Officer of Brown Forman, a leading liquor company with a portfolio that includes brands such as Jack Daniel's and Woodford Reserve. Jane shares her journey of breaking barriers in the male-dominated liquor industry and her rise to the top of one of the most successful companies in the business. As one of the few female corporate...

Nathan and Andrew sit down with Phocus Co-Founder and President John Mittel to discuss the founding of his business and his personal point of no return: optometry or entrepreneurship. 

If you are interested in the development and growth in Louisville, as well as commercial real estate in general, this is your episode. We talk with Tyler Smith about the new hot areas in Louisville, how to get started in the business, recommendations, on networking, and a healthy mindset, and more. You can find Tyler on Instagram at the below Instagram handles, as well as their website. Enjoy the...

This episode features Drew Eckman, an entrepreneur whose career took him all the way from selling knives, through law school, and beyond.  Drew Eckman is a senior professional with 9+ years’ experience in revenue-generating roles. As VP of Sales, Drew oversees Bluon’s sales operations, including channel development, optimizing sales processes, and ensuring customer success. Drew offers to Bluon a...

This week we sat down with Louie Leger, the founder of Leger Investments.  Louie Leger is a seasoned entrepreneur. Louie started his career in the home improvement business for going on 18 years. Louie owns a real estate investment company called Leger Investments that specializes in residential and commercial real estate investments. Leger Investments specializes in buy and holds, flips, long ter...

This week, Andrew and Nathan sit down with Mike Davis — a Bullitt-county born tech entrepreneur. Michael Davis is a co-founder and CEO of Appriss, a Louisville based technology business focused on its mission of creating “Knowledge for Good.” As a lifelong entrepreneur, Davis and his partner Yung Nguyen launched Appriss by inventing VINE, the nation’s first automated victim notification service. T...

In this episode, we talk to Joey about how he got started in the event business, and how he's pivoted to stay successful through the years, including a pandemic. We also talk about what motivates him, and why he's so passionate about our community.

We get to chat with Andrew Boyd of the Boyd Company, the regional Caterpillar dealership. We hear about Andrew's path to where he is today, the work they're doing to make a difference in our community, how he balances such a big role and being a dad and husband, and much more.

This is an amazing episode with Courtney. Courtney talks about her experience growing up playing volleyball, how she transitioned her athletic spirit after graduation, and how she became a partner in KIVA. We also discuss why she is so passionate about what she does, and the importance of family and community.

In this episode with sit down with Demetrius to talk about his fast rise in the tech industry, and plans for the future. We also discuss the future of Louisville, as well as what Louisville can do to grow.

We talk with Luke Neubauer, a former teacher with JCPS, who with a little bit of drive and persistence, was able to quit his job after building a portfolio of rental properties. He now focuses on a variety of real estate investments, ranging from flips, to short term rental opportunities (AirBnB).

We chat with Paul Heintzman, who at the dawn of the covid-19 pandemic, leaves the banking industry to start a new liquor here in KY - Salt Water Woody Rum. We get to hear how his passion and drive overcame the hurdles of not only starting a rum brand in a bourbon state, but during a pandemic that forces restaurant operators to close their doors. Hang on to your seat for this episode as we get a li...

Introduction to HYPE Louisville. Meet Nathan Shanks and Andrew Beckman, two young professionals aspiring to build upon optimistic momentum and utilizing our social bandwidth to shine a spotlight on those impacting Louisville in a positive way.