15 Minute Founder

Welcome to 15 Minute Founder, where we sit down with ambitious founders, creators, and operators to unpack the journey behind their business all in 15 minutes or less. From bold first steps to lessons learned the hard way, this show is for anyone building something of their own. Today’s Guest: MarkBuildsBrands Mark Builds Brands is the personal brand of a YouTube creator and entrepreneur focused o...

Join Arjun on the 15 Minute Founder as he sits down with Ramin Popal, an entrepreneur who went from a 16-year-old with a dream to a millionaire by 21! Ramin holds nothing back as he shares his unfiltered journey, revealing the mindset shifts, sacrifices, and relentless drive that made it all happen. In this episode, you'll discover: 01:07 - The origin of his fierce conviction 04:23 - Lessons from...

Join us on the 15 Minute Founder podcast as we sit down with the incredibly candid Aaron Spivak, a serial entrepreneur who’s seen it all – from jumping fences for produce to a massive $48 million exit! In this no-fluff episode, Aaron shares the raw truth about building businesses, the immigrant mindset that fueled his ambition, and why connecting with your customers is the ultimate growth hack. #1...

In this episode of the 15 Minute Founder, we sit down with Alex Fedotov, a self-made millionaire who built his e-commerce empire from the ground up. From his humble beginnings in Ukraine to becoming a sought-after expert in the e-commerce world, Alex shares his journey, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. #15MinuteFounder Timestamps: 00:00 - 00:1...

In this episode of 15 Minute Founder, we dive deep into the mindset of AC Hampton, a serial entrepreneur and founder who has built his business by focusing on systems, not just people.  AC is the founder of Supreme E-Commerce, a company that has transformed how businesses scale by creating efficient and repeatable systems that drive success. From the early days of his entrepreneurial journey to ma...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola: Jason Feifer is the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, a bestselling author, and a podcast host who helps people navigate change and build future-proof careers. In this episode, we dive into the key motivators behind success, how to embrace career shifts, and why thinking like an entrepreneur, whether you start a business or not, is essential for long-t...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola:  Channing Allen is the co-founder of Indie Hackers, where he helps share the stories, business ideas, strategies, and revenue numbers from the founders of profitable online businesses. Originally started in 2016, Indie Hackers would go on to be acquired by Stripe in 2017. Then in 2023, Channing and his co-founder spun Indie Hackers out of Stripe to return to t...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola: Join us as Robbie Bent, Co-Founder and CEO of Othership, takes us inside the first immersive sauna and ice bath spaces in North America, designed to enhance emotional wellness and foster healthy social interactions. Don't miss this deep dive into an innovative venture reshaping the wellness landscape. #15MinuteFounder TIMESTAMPS :  00:16 - What is Othership? ...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola: Avni is the CEO and founder of Gen She, a media platform building and leading the next generation of female talent. Avni has built a community of 200,000 women across IG, TikTok, a newsletter, a podcast, and a job board. With 4+ years in Big Tech as an engineer and product manager, Avni is now on a mission to unlock the potential of every young woman in entrep...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola: Join us for an insightful conversation with Maya Bakhai, the founder and sole general partner at Spice Capital, an early-stage fund investing in capital, crypto, and community. Backed by notable figures like Marc Andreessen, Chris Dixon, and Alexis Ohanian, Spice Capital has made impactful investments in companies like Dirt, Immortal Game, and Flowcarbon. Bakh...

15-Minute Founder Presented by doola: Gennaro Ferra, the 1989 NABBA Mr. Australia and the 2020 & 2021 AAU Natural Mr. Universe, has been a master fitness and nutrition coach for over 35 years. He holds a degree in Physical Education and has operated his fitness coaching business in both Australia and New York City. Specializing in body transformations, Gennaro works with clients of various lev...

15 Minute Founder Presented by doola: Andrew Yeung is an ex-product leader at Google and Meta turned entrepreneur, investor, and creator with a platform reaching 100,000+ tech leaders. He has also hosted 100+ dinners, conferences, mixers for 25,000+ people and was dubbed the “Gatsby of Silicon Alley” by Business Insider and received national coverage on his tech parties from Bloomberg, Fast Compan...

15 Minute Founder Presented by doola: Brook Hiddink is an entrepreneur and content creator, renowned for his expertise in building online income streams, particularly in the realm of high-ticket eCommerce. As the founder and CEO of Supplier HQ, the largest high-ticket supplier database, Brook helps streamline the process for digital entrepreneurs to find premium products for their businesses. He h...

Neurophysiologist and human performance coach, Louisa Nicola is the founder and head performance advisor of Neuro Athletics - a human performance coaching firm that boasts the highest-performing athletes and executives in the world. Neuro Athletics brings science-based solutions to elite performers who want to perform at their peak. Louisa graduated from the University of Sydney Medical School and...

In this episode, we sit down with Zach Pogrob, exploring his realm of passionate pursuit and following ‘obsession.’  As a writer, creator, and entrepreneur, Zach Pogrob has amassed over 2 million followers on Instagram and TikTok with his writing and animations. His goal is to motivate people worldwide to reach their goals by embracing their obsessions.  #15MinuteFounder TIMESTAMPS: 00:44 What is...

In this episode, we chat with Billy McFarland and dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship. Billy McFarland is a technology executive, entrepreneur, and media personality. He is the Founder and CEO of FYRE Holdings and FYRE Festival II. Billy is the subject of ongoing television, film, and theatre projects. His unique experiences and insights have made him a sought-after speaker at top televis...

In this episode we chat with Nate O’Brien to discover what it takes to become a YouTuber, the importance of building a Personal Brand, and how to start investing in start-ups. Nate O’Brien is an American investor, entrepreneur, and internet personality. He is best known for his personal finance and lifestyle YouTube channel which has amassed 1.3 million subscribers and more than 50 million views....

We're excited to have Amanda Goetz on #15MinuteFounder podcast. Join us as we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship, startups, and innovation.  What drives Amanda to be a creator on top of her already impressive list of accomplishments? How do we deal with fear in everyday tasks and finally learn from that? Get ready for another insightful 15 minutes and find out more! TIMESTAMPS:   00:27 -...

Ankur Nagpal, the founder of Teachable and Ocho, joins Arjun Mahadevan in our second episode of the 15 Minute Founder presented by doola.  What’s the trade-off between focusing on your career versus spending time with family? Why start a new company after a successful exit? What are the common misconceptions of being a founder versus being an investor? Hear what Ankur has to say about this and mor...

We had an amazing time sitting down with Sahil Bloom to discover how to work on the right things by making positive life changes and improving your environment. What drives Sahil Bloom? What are his top performing traits to succeed? What is Sahil's morning routine? Find out all of this and more in our first 15 Minute Founder podcast! TIMESTAMPS: 00:04 - Podcast Introduction 00:22 - Sahil Bloom’s S...