The DevLaunch Podcast

Are you sick of the AI buzzword being thrown around in tech spaces these days? Our guest today shares some no-nonsense tips on how he is implementing AI in his software dev agency. And no, it's not just writing code for them. He understands that the root issue in the development process is not writing code faster. It's about communicating better.

Most of us rise the ranks of the Corporate world, gaining expertise within an organization before launching our own business. Tomé, on the other hand, did quite the opposite. After nearly a decade of multiple entrepreneurial endeavors, he made the calculated decision to work as an employee… for the first time in his career! Let’s listen to how entrepreneurship shaped his life as an employee and ul...

The allure of retirement is the focus of many a daydream. Working hard your entire life, saving money away, and finally unplugging from the rat-race to enjoy a permanent vacation. Our guest today is bucking that trend. While others coast in their 60s, Jonathan Roth chose to launch a software automation business. In this episode, we’ll discover that work is not just about making money. It’s also ab...

Many dev agencies are reluctant to hire junior developers. They require a lot of training and precious time. Our guest today, Caleb Woods, has found a way to mobilize these inexperienced workers through his Craftsmanship Academy. Hear how his dev agency is turning this staffing conundrum into a strategic advantage.

In a land that existed before “AI”, “Blockchain” reigned supreme as the tech buzzword on everyone’s lips. Our guest today, Jeff Neasmith, shares his perspective on how “Blockchain” technology and the Web3 space will grow increasingly relevant as AI technology causes us to question reality as we know it.

Have you ever thought about launching your dev agency under the banner of a venture studio? Our guest, Daniel Nice, had the privilege of launching his shop, Rebar, under the parent company (Marrow). Starting up in this ecosystem was rocket fuel for his dev agency, but it hasn't been without its drawbacks and limitations.

Do you remember how you made your break into the software development world? If it involved breakdancing, you are in good company with our guest, Josh Hardman. Listen in to hear his story transitioning from Corporate America into the world of entrepreneurship, the obstacles he has encountered building his dev agency, and how he's incorporating AI into the products he develops for his clients.

For nearly two decades, Dave Goerlich has been delivering software solutions to his clients in the Healthcare and Advanced Manufacturing industries. In that time, Dave has learned a lot about what it takes to build a successful team and bid successful projects. Listen in as we hear him share his philosophy on hiring "T-shaped" people and what the Refinery is doing to implement Value-Pric...

Sales & marketing is one of the greatest business challenges facing today's software companies. Our guest, Zack Toyota, is an entrepreneur who catapulted his growth by embracing the ins and outs of sales. He even cold-called his way into his role as Head of Business Development! Take a listen to the lessons that Zack learned on his journey to starting his tech startup, SelfDisrpt.

As a founder of several startups (one of which sold for $150M), Matt has a wealth of experience for what it takes to build successful businesses. Listen to how he built his various startups and hear the biggest lessons he learned along the way.

Dan Leeman, the Co-Founder of Automation Helpers, isn't who you'd imagine when you think of a "traditional" software developer. Starting his career as a high school band teacher, Dan eventually worked his way into an account management role at an ed tech company. This was his foray into software development. Dan's nontraditional path into tech entrepreneurship may very well b...

Chris got his start as a freelance Wordpress developer, and that eventually evolved into a full-blown development agency. But his company ran up against some serious challenges from 2016 through 2019. Listen in as Chris recounts this difficult season, what he did to turn the ship around, and what he's learned in the process.

Founder and CEO, Tamara Lucas, started a platform to help working moms everywhere (called My Panda). As a non-technical founder of a tech company, however, she has learned A LOT. But one thing is clear - none of her prior experiences were wasted. Every interaction she had in social work and working in the wine industry informed her go-to-market strategy and direction for how to build a platform th...

What does a serial entrepreneur and non-technical founder have to say about starting a software development agency? Listen to Zack Steven recount the 9 years of ups and downs with his venture before hitting his flywheel which launched a number of successful businesses.

As a software development agency with an emphasis on Agile development, Integrity Inspired Solutions stands out from the competition by improving the lives of everyone who comes into contact with the software development process, not only the people who want the software, but also the people who build it. Listen to the co-founder, Phil Ledgerwood, as he shares over a decade of valuable experience...

Michael Harris started his career off in the Investment Banking world before discovering his proclivity and passion for software development. 3 years into building his software development agency, Michael shares his experience in the first days in the business and what he's been learning as he grows.

George Brooks is the creative genius and co-founder of the Kansas City-based design agency, Crema. In this episode, we explore his path to launching and the 15+ years of lessons he has learned running this agency.

In our inaugural episode of the DevLaunch podcast, we sat down with Justin Cullifer, co-founder of APG Emerging tech. With 5 years into building this software development agency, listen in as Justin shares about his journey transitioning from management consulting into entrepreneurship, what he prioritizes in his sales & marketing initiatives to grow his business, and the advice he would give...