Starting Small

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Edgar Blazona, Founder of BenchMade Modern, custom sofas and sectionals, without the typical extensive build time. Edgar grew up into a family surrounded by construction, which ultimately had a direct impact on his future endeavors int...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Billy Bosch, Founder of ICONIC, premium, grass fed  protein drinks. Following his time studying business management at LSU, Billy went into the the workforce focusing primarily on sales positions. The fast paced lifestyle led Billy's d...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Brandon Leibel, Co-Founder of Sand Cloud, beautifully crafted beach towels with a mission to protect our oceans. Following his time at San Diego State University, Brandon went on to work in the corporate world for insurance. Lasting ar...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Jon Richards, Co-Founder of NOMATIC, minimalistic gear with a strong focus on functionality. Growing up, Jon had a passion for entrepreneurship, as he started a service business cleaning the area's garbage cans for a fee. Through this,...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Drew Whited, Founder of Waggin Water, an on-the-go water solution for pets. Growing up in Indiana, Drew didn't have the greatest support from his surroundings and community. Using this as a major motivator, Drew was determined through...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Bill Phelps, Co-Founder of Wetzel's Pretzels, an American fast food franchise, specializing in their variety of pretzel types. Growing up in Massachusetts, Bill's father was the creator of the rawhide dog bone. Being surrounded by entr...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, Founder of JBL New York City, GLO Science, GLO Good Foundation, formulator of Twice Toothpaste, and much more. Studying at Cornell University, Dr. Jonathan Levine played on the men's lacrosse team, where much of...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Steve O'Dell, founder of Tenzo Tea, high quality Japanese matcha. Growing up with a passion around athletics, Steve went on to play on the Men’s Volleyball team for UCLA.  Both playing for UCLA, Steve and his Co-Founder, Robbie, would...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Shane Heath, Founder of MUD\WTR, a holistic coffee alternative. Shane grew up in Santa Cruz, with a deep passion around art and creating. Studying multi-media at San Diego State University, where eventually went onto work in a number o...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Mike Watts, Founder of Love Handle, customizable phone grips with a focus on functionality. Growing up in Texas, Mike stood by the motto, "hard work pay's off", in which inspired him to build resilience through his entrepreneurial jour...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Sophia Edelstein, Co-Founder of Pair Eyewear, affordable and customizable glasses, made for both children and adults. Studying human biology at Stanford University, Sophia met her now Co-Founder, Nathan. As a child, Nathan recalled his...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Emily Hochman, Founder of WELLORY, an anti-diet nutrition app, that offers one-to-one personalized nutrition coaching. Growing up, Emily had a fascination with entrepreneurship; following her time at Bucknell University and working a f...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Richard Worsham, Founder of Janus Motorcycles, classic, lightweight motorcycles handbuilt in Goshen, Indiana. Growing up in Virginia, Richard was nurtured around architecture and design. Developing this fascination, Richard studied lit...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Evan Moskal, Founder of Courant, wireless charging focused on aesthetic and effectiveness. Growing up, Evan always had a fascination with experimenting and building things from scratch, which led him to study at NYU Tandon School of En...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Scott Gabrielson, Founder of Oliver Cabell, a high end footwear brand without the markups. Scott attended the University of Minnesota for his undergrad and the University of Oxford for his MBA.  Scott has always been fascinated with lu...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Hap Klopp, Founder and ex-CEO of The North Face, one of the world's leading outdoor apparel brands. Growing up in Washington, Hap was drawn to the outdoors and exploration. His family had a company in which Hap later took over and sold...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Ajay Kori, Founder of Allay Lamp, a therapy lamp for migraine sufferers, using a patented narrow band of green light, discovered by Harvard neuroscientist, Dr. Rami Burstein.  Ajay attended Duke University for his undergrad for a major...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Kevin Wohlman, Founder of Southern Scholar, superior dress socks crafted for comfort, fit, and durability. Kevin attended Arizona State University, where he studied both accounting and entrepreneurship. Following college, Kevin worked...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Wylie Robinson, Founder of Rumpl, a blanket made for everywhere. Wylie attended the University of Colorado at Boulder where he studied Environmental design and was apart of the cycling team.  While on a surfing trip, Wylie and his Co-F...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode I am joined by Shawn Nelson, Founder of Lovesac, a diverse furniture company, with their parent product... the Sac; a beanbag-like sac, filled with a proprietary blend of recycled foam remnants called Durafoam.  Growing up in Utah, Shawn was nurtured...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode I am joined by Greg Shugar, Founder of The Tie Bar, an affordable mens tie company. Working in law, Greg realized the void in affordable ties. This opened up an opportunity for Greg and his wife to start the first mens care brand through DTC that diff...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode I am joined by Jimmy Martin, Co-Founder of Brrrn, a cool temp fitness studio in NYC. While pursuing his passion in comedy, Jimmy fulfilled his extra time with personal training. Through conversation, it became clear that excessive seemed to become mor...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode I am joined by Steve Raggiani, Co-Founder of 8it, a food review application highlighting the hottest spots in NYC. Have you ever went to find a review online and can only complaints on things such as the restaurant temperature or attitudes of employee...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode I am joined by Seth Maxwell, CEO and Founder of the Thirst Project, a youth driven organization to provide water to underprivileged regions. Studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Seth had an interest in acting, which changed after meeting...

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by John Sherwin, Co-Founder of Hydrant, a simple, morning hydration mix, optimized to hydrate you rapidly. John studied Biological Sciences at the University of Oxford, where he experienced the need and importance of hydration, to remain...