ContenderCast with Justin Honaman

Elyse Kaye could not find a sports bra that worked.  It is an engineering challenge not a design flaw, so she brought in top female minds from NASA, shipping and packaging experts and the celebrity corset designer of Oprah Winfrey to bring her vision to life. She wanted a bra that was comfortable, breathable, wire-free, adjustable and did not make her feel like she was wearing a suit of armor. Blo...

The Greeks knew a thing or two about dessert. They do hold the record for one of the first desserts in history known as Loukoumades (loo-koo-MAH-thez). Winners of the 776 BC Olympic were awarded these Heavenly Puffs as their prize over gold medals. In our opinion, if you are going to honor the Gods like the Ancient Greeks did through the Olympic Games, this could very well be the best way to do it...

For over 35 years, Universal Diamond has solidified its legacy as one of the top national trusted engagement ring and diamond jewelry businesses. Universal is one of the most respected buyers and sellers of engagement rings, diamonds, diamond jewelry, loose diamonds and estate jewelry. Ronnie Agami, Owner of Universal Diamond, joins Justin to discuss the diamond industry, how to find the right dia...

The Single Origin Food Co was founded with a focus on ethically sourced products. They proudly support small farmers with their sustainable practices. They deliver right from the source, allowing for maximum transparency between farmer and consumer. Sofco works with growers who don't have a mainstream route to sell their produce and create a way for them to share their commodity with the world. Th...

When two of ROAM's founders were building the TUMI brand, they were propelled by a desire to create the best luggage in the world. That quest for the extraordinary has always been their driver. They looked around and saw a sea of identical black luggage that didn't feel that exciting. They wanted to express their individuality in everything including how they travel. So, they created ROAM Luggage,...

Launch snowboards are the leader in premium performance snowboards, Beyond Series snowboard bindings, and apparel. Founder and CEO Jon Callahan joins Justin to discuss this epic brand!

For the past 17 years, "DreAllDay" (Dre Baldwin) has changed the lives of millions of entrepreneurs, athletes and business professionals, sold thousands of copies of his books, courses and programs, pioneered personal branding through content, and built a business that helps tens of thousands of people master their "Game" in business, sports and in life, from the inside-out. Dre joins Justin to di...

For the past 17 years, "DreAllDay" (Dre Baldwin) has changed the lives of millions of entrepreneurs, athletes and business professionals, sold thousands of copies of his books, courses and programs, pioneered personal branding through content, and built a business that helps tens of thousands of people master their "Game" in business, sports and in life, from the inside-out. Dre joins Justin to di...

Peter S. Fader is the Frances and Pei-Yuan Chia Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He is also the co-founder and co-director of Theta, a predictive customer analytics firm. His expertise centers around the analysis of behavioral data to understand and forecast customer shopping/purchasing activities. Dr. Fader joins Justin to discuss Customer Lifetime V...

Patrick Bryant is a co-founder of Code/+/Trust software development firm in Charleston, SC. After co-founding his first company, Go To Team (broadcast video services) and taking it to 20 offices around the US 25 years ago, his bio is then a steady stream of starting new companies in media, rolling papers, and software. As a serial entrepreneur, he continues to start and invest in new startups incl...

SCHARFFEN BERGER Chocolate Maker is America's original craft "bean-to-bar" chocolate. Founded on the ideal that by sourcing the best cacao in the world, blending it in small batches, and gently processing it to maintain the subtle flavors in the beans would yield the richest, most flavorful chocolate. SCHARFFEN BERGER Chocolate Maker was founded in San Francisco in 1996 by chocolate connoisseur Ro...

Krisp Drinks LLC is a beverage company focused on delivering better for you hydration for the modern-day consumer. Their beverages are made from USDA certified organic ingredients and zero sugars. The base of their beverages is derived from natural spring water responsibly sourced from one of the purest springs in the world coming in at 6 ppm.    Understanding the importance of reducing carbon foo...

Tom Finegan is the Chairman and CEO of Clarkston Consulting. He is also the author of a few book, Amplifiers –  How Great Leaders Magnify The Power Of Teams, Increase The Impact Of Organizations, And Turn Up The Volume On Positive Change . Amplifiers are the people who intuitively know how to simultaneously influence up, lead others, and execute the mission of the firm. While some people are natur...

Take back your table. Declutter your cannabis accessories on a rotating turntable organizer. The Blazy Susan spinning tray will help keep your space tidy. Blazy Brands designs, creates, and innovates new products and accessories for cannabis patients, enthusiasts, and businesses around the world. Founder and CEO Will Breakell joins Justin to discuss this unique brand!

Meet Christoper and Jennifer Jane (brother and sister co-founder duo). They understand eating well, making meals from scratch, and avoiding junk food can be tough when you're working on projects and staying active. Enter…Proper Good, a solution for them and a solution for us. Proper Good makes good-for-you meals with clean label ingredients in flexible transparent packaging at reasonable prices! A...

Everybody wants "youth." As in a youthful feeling - ready, optimistic, energetic, in control...all expressed by that great big toothy grin. So being rebellious when it comes to the status quo, Obvi asked themselves, "why do all the products that supposedly help us look and feel youthful, seem so old, cold and clinical?" These dusty-looking things made getting better seem like some awful chore. No...

Created by two brothers, The Comfy® has been making the everyday better since launching on Shark Tank in 2017. Their line of wearable blankets are like living in a giant hug, all the time. Try one out for yourself and start living #TheComfyLife! Brothers Michael and Brian Speciale join Justin to share their exciting brand story!

Their story began with a crazy and kind kid named Luke, who absolutely loved Rhinos so much that he wanted to save them from extinction. Luke would even ask his friends to bring donations to his birthday parties in lieu of gifts. One day, his mom, Traci, who was famous for her creamy cilantro sauce, had a bright idea;  "Let's start selling Diablo Verde to raise even more money to save Rhinos!"   I...

Meet Cristie Besu. She's a Registered Nurse and Certified Sports Nutritionist. The Eat Me Guilt Free product line was created in her home kitchen in 2013 and was created to fill a void for her original customers, which were clients she worked closely with to craft nutrition programs, helping with everything from disease management to improving labs, to just being able to move and feel better about...

Lisa Lane is the inventor of the Rinseroo, a patented slip-on shower attachment hose that simplifies a whole host of our least favorite household chores. With the help of her son, Jake, she brought the Rinseroo from concept to store shelves. She launched the Rinseroo on her own website, as well as on others just over a year ago. Since then, her brand has become a top seller on Amazon making their...

They are the mother-daughter duo team behind Get Mr. As a leading dermatologist, Dr. Goldstein (aka Dr. G) has treated 1000s of men for skin cancer and skin damage. She knew that most sunscreens were chemical-based, greasy and not really formulated for men's skin. With skin cancer rates among men skyrocketing, she knew something needed to change. Elianna grew up hearing more than most about skin c...

Kenny Flowers is an upscale, tropical clothing and lifestyle brand putting a fresh spin on Hawaiian shirts, resort looks, and men and women's swimwear. Kenny Flowers is all about embracing the feeling of vacation, every day. Kenny Flowers is run by Kenny Haisfield, who founded the brand in 2015 when he quit his corporate consulting job in NYC to move in with his grandma in Bali and start making Ha...

Nuudii System is creating a new category - between bra and braless. Their mission is to make lives easier, wardrobe choices broader, and allow women to reconnect with their bodies, fostering emotional and physical wellbeing. Founder and CEO Annette Azan joins Justin to discuss this boob brand!

Starr Edwards is the charismatic entrepreneur behind San Diego's Bitchin' Sauce. A foodie at heart, she initially planned on pursuing a career as a personal chef. Then, with a young family to feed, she infused her fun, fresh flavors into a host of Bitchin' Sauces. An immediate hit at the local farmers market, it wasn't long before they made their way to grocery shelves. Today they are in Costco, S...

When they couldn't find a delicious cheese snack, they decided to make one – from their very own award-winning cheese. Their first Parmesan Whisps were just the start. They are on a mission to put real cheese back in snacking and today have a range of snacks from classics like Cheddar to fan favorites like Tangy Ranch and Nacho. CEO Ilana Fischer joins Justin to discuss this fast-growing brand.