Moontower Business

Episode 15 is a bonus mid-week release interview with Josh Hall, owner of Hall Accounting Company in Austin and Dallas.  Josh talks about his experience at a big four accounting firm PwC, working at two local startup companies before going into business with his brother in the Hall Accounting Company.  Please listen to the end of the episode to hear about loans and grants that are still...

Episode 14 is a great conversation with Dr. Alaine Hutson, the Founder of Social Justice Jewelry.  Social Justice Jewelry is an African American, woman-owned business which creates message jewelry that lets others know that social injustice is bad for your health.  Handcrafted in Austin, Texas, Social Justice Jewelry proudly communicates the wearer's value and values.  Dr. Hutson is...

Episode 13 features an interesting conversation with Sidharth Srinivasan and Rohit Srinivasan, the Founders of an Austin startup company called Trashbots. Trashbots develops low-cost science and engineering kits with an artistic twist and a structured curriculum that enables students to develop problem solving skills and enhance their creativity by building robots that also utilize found materials...

This episode is an education conversation with Jody Reyes the owner of Whichcraft Tap Room in Austin.  Jody shares his inspiration for launching Austin's first craft beer only bottle shop.  Learn all about craft beer in Austin and what to look for in choosing a new beer.  Please check out his beer store in the Mueller neighborhood in Austin.   www.whichcraft.com Podcast music b...

Episode 11 is an interview with Mark Strub, Founder and CEO of Strub Residential.  Mark talks about his experience as a real estate broker in Austin, starting his own company, and the current and future real estate market in Austin.  He also talks about his creative 17 home development in East Austin.   If you are in the market for a house, reach out to Mark. www.strubresidential.co...

Episode 10 is a great interview with Lloyd Armbrust CEO of Own Local and CEO of Armbrust American. Lloyd talks about his experience working in the newspaper industry, starting Own Local (a digital advertising platform), and recently launching Armbrust American which manufactures medical masks.   Podcast music by www.bensound.com

Episode 9 is a great interview with Brooke Bains, the Founder and CEO of Bombshell.  Brooke talks about her start in investment banking, her travels around the world, and her inspiration for launching Bombshell.  Bombshell is a lifestyle brand that simplifies business travel for women.  Learn more about Bombshell at www.bombshellme.com  Podcast Music by www.bensound.com

Episode 8 is a great conversation with Austin musician AJ Vallejo.  AJ walks us through his musical journey touring all over the world, playing local Austin hotspots, becoming a Producer, and pursuing other entrepreneurial ventures.  Check out his website: www.ajvallejo.com Podcast music by www.bensound.com 

Episode 7 is a spectacular interview of Sara Mardanbigi and Edgar Rico, owners of Nixta Taqueria.  Nixta Taqueria is a hot restaurant in East Austin with a fresh unique cuisine.  Sara and Edgar talk about their journey in opening Nixta Taqueria, the challenges they experienced along the way, and how they have navigated the Coronavirus restrictions.  After you hear their story, pleas...

Episode 6 is an informative interview with Michael Choate, Co-owner and General Counsel of Plateau Brewing Co.  Michael talks about his experience  home brewing, how he and his partners got the idea to start a beer company, and the different beers they offer.  Michael also explains the brewing process and the regulatory  hurtles he had to overcome before getting started.  ...

Episode 5 is a great interview with Chisos Boots Founder Will Roman. Will talks about his journey in launching Chisos Boots, learning the craft of boot making in the boot making Capital of the world, and the ins and outs of quality boot making.   podcast music by www.bensound.com

Episode 4 is our interview with Carlos Jaramillo, the head of Antioch Consulting in Austin. Carlos talks about his previous experience as a journalist and his current role helping companies expand operations in Central and South America.  Podcast music by www.bensound.com

Episode 3 features an informative interview with James Frinzi.  James is a Lobbyist and business consultant in Austin, Texas.  We discuss Jame's path to becoming a Lobbyist and his experience helping his clients navigate the ins and outs of the recently passed CARES Act.  Give it a listen and learn all about the CARES Act and how it can help your business during this difficult time....

Episode 2 features a great interview with Matt Confer, VP of Strategy at Abilitie a company started in Austin, Texas.  Abilitie offers award-winning corporate leadership development through simulation training sessions that mirror real world issues.  Abilitie has major corporate clients such as Southwest Airlines, Dell, and the University of Texas.  Matt has an interesting backgroun...

Robert Balderas is changing the game in the custom shipping container industry.  Listen to our interesting conversation with Mr. Balderas, the Founder of Bob's Containers.  He described how he started his business, dealt with challenges, and successfully grew his business and learned how to top his competitors.  

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