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Starting Small, is a podcast hosted by entrepreneur Cameron Nagle. Tune in, as Cameron interviews CEO‘s, founders, and entrepreneurs, discussing the stories on how their organizations and businesses were created from the ground up.
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Friday Jun 25, 2021
Friday Jun 25, 2021
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 Marc Werner, Founder of GhostBed, a DTC mattress in a box company. Marc comes from a very successful and iconic family background. His grandfather created the company Werner, which you most likely own one of their ladders. When his father took over the family business, Werner Co. ended up inventing the aluminum and fiberglass ladder, used all over the world, both for commercial and residential use.
Through the years of being an athlete, Marc had to go through 3 neck surgeries. As you can presume, finding comfort was a challenge, specifically a pillow or mattress that worked for his condition. This inspired him to create Nature's Sleep, a mattress company sold through brick and mortar. Overtime, E-commerce began to erupt and Marc wanted to pivot and enter this new category with a new brand... GhostBed. First launching with their first mattress, the GhostBed Classic (perfect in-between for all sleepers), GhostBed provides a wide range of mattresses for all sleeping preferences... all shipped in a box, to your door. With patented materials and combinations, GhostBed provides top quality products from mattresses, pillows, frames, and more.
Make sure to check out GhostBed at: https://www.ghostbed.com/collections/mattresses
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday Jun 18, 2021
Friday Jun 18, 2021
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 Paul Farago, founder of Ace Marks, premium Italian dress shoes, sold DTC. Growing up, Paul was nurtured into a family that also had a passion for the shoe business, where he was grounded into the ins and outs of entrepreneurship. Paul went on to study finance and marketing at the University of Miami, which ultimately led him back to the family business.
After his time at the family business, Paul went on to get a law degree to become a commercial litigator. Though he ventured on this new path, he never truly left the family business, especially given the 2008 financial crisis. With the expertise built both in the shoe business and in law, an obvious issue came clear to Paul... if you want a premium, luxury shoe, there is a painful price to follow. Taking this problem, Paul went on to solve it by discovering a small factory in Italy and collaborated on making Italian leather shoes, with top of the line craftsmanship... Welcome to Ace Marks, luxury footwear, without the middleman markups.
Make sure to check out Ace Marks at: https://www.acemarks.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
With everything opening back up, traveling is starting to sprout. Making sure that your valuables are protected during transportation is vital, and the luggage responsible, must be trusted. Coolife Luggage offers high quality luggage at a very affordable cost. Make sure to check it out for yourself at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/05614D15-F57B-41FE-9CA3-950C7F296B13?ingress=0&visitId=84ab07b6-2444-40cd-a5f2-2105ef7641f5
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
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 Sashee Chandran, founder of Tea Drops, bagless, organic tea, pressed into shapes, which dissolve in your hot cup of water. Tea has always been a staple in Sashee's upbringing, especially being born to a Chinese mother and Sri Lankan father. She witnessed first hand how the ritual of tea brought people and communities together.
Working in Silicon Valley, Sashee, like many others, Sashee consumed some form of beverage, for energy throughout the work day. The process of making loose leaf tea began to interfere with efficiency, simply due to the many steps. Tea Drops was created to eliminate the frustration of tea bags, and get straight to what the consumer wants... a ready to drink, hot cup of tea. Simply open the container, grab a drop, place it in your cup, and enjoy! Tea Drops can be found in over 1,500 stores nation wide along with DTC through their site.
Make sure to check out Tea Drops at: https://www.myteadrop.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Thank you to this episodes mid break sponsor Ativafit. When it comes to keeping up a healthy and active lifestyle, it is easy to get side tracked. Busy schedules around work, school, and family make it hard to find time to go to the gym. Avitafit offers top-of-the-line quality fitness equipment, at a fraction of the cost. Make sure to check out Avitafit at: https://www.ativafit.com/
Friday Jun 04, 2021
Friday Jun 04, 2021
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 Jeremy Howlett, co-founder of Altra Running, one of the top manufactures of road and trail running shoes. Jeremy grew up in Utah, where he was nurtured with an entrepreneurship mindset for discovery and marketing. As contrary as it may sound, Jeremy was not a runner, nor into running growing up. His aunt and uncle owned a running shoe store, where his cousin began to modify customers existing shoes, to fit their stride needs. Realizing the demand for this modification and no existence in the current market, Jeremy proposed to create and sell these shoes from scratch... enter Altra.
Altra was launched in 2009, partnering with Pulse Labs, an engineering firm at Brigham Young University, and with contract manufacturers in Asia. They were able to create this shoe that enabled runners to correctly form their stride, with the right heel angle. Jeremy and the team quickly found massive success, winning awards in Runners World Magazine, Competitor Magazine, Men's Journal, and more. The company has grew at a major annual revenue growth rate, and has been fully acquired by VF Corporation in 2018.
Make sure to check out Altra at: https://www.altrarunning.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday May 28, 2021
Friday May 28, 2021
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 Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods, America's largest manufacturer of kefir. Lifeway began in 1986, when Julie's parents, Russian immigrants Michael and Ludmila Smolyansky began making Kefir in the basement of their Skokie, IL home. The cultured dairy drink had been popular in Eastern Europe for centuries, but the Smolyansky family was determined to share their delicious health secret with their newfound home. While finding massive success with Lifeway, Julie's father ended up passing away in 2002, which led her to take over the position as CEO...
With the new position, Julie became the youngest female CEO of a publicly held firm at age 27. Under her leadership, the Company has expanded distribution throughout the United States, Mexico, the UK, and Ireland as well as portions of Central and South America and the Caribbean. Continuing the companies growth, Lifeway went from $12 million in annual revenue when Julie first took over to surpassing $120 million in annual revenue.
Make sure to check out Lifeway Foods at: https://lifewaykefir.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday May 21, 2021
Friday May 21, 2021
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 McCray, founder of Kevin's Natural Foods, clean, ready to eat entrees, sauces and seasonings. Kevin battled a severe auto-immune disorder for years. He then turned paleo when conventional medicine wasn't working and that lifestyle change was both the cure and the motivation needed to start Kevin's Natural Foods.
Kevin's Natural Foods is the only natural and health-focused refrigerated entrée brand in the nation. Launching in the fall of 2019, the company recorded $4.5 million in sales during its first quarter. Now being in over 6,000 retail locations nationwide and selling DTC, Kevin's Natural Foods is forecasted to do $100 million in sales this year.
Make sure to check out Kevin's Natural Foods at: https://www.kevinsnaturalfoods.com/
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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle
Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday May 14, 2021
Friday May 14, 2021
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 into design. Not following the tratidtional education route, he then ended up dropping out of high school and pursuing his passion at the time... graffiti art.
Edgar went on to create multiple companies such as Modular Dwellings (prefab buildings for the DIY consumer) and True Modern (a wholesale furniture model). Realizing the issue of custom furniture having extensive build to delivery times, he continued his passion for modernism by creating BenchMade Modern, custom sofas delivered within one month. Choose your desired size, design, and material, and expect a custom sofa to be delivered to your doorstep in no time.
Make sure to check out BenchMade Modern at: https://benchmademodern.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday May 07, 2021
Friday May 07, 2021
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 diet to consist of unhealthy, high calorie meals, leading to facing a series of chronic health issues. After consulting with his doctor, it became clear that he would have to partake a pill to aid in his journey, but to Billy, there had to be a better solution...
He decided to seek advice from Registered Dietitian Molly Kimball, who advised him to an alternative solution...clean up his diet. This led him to comprise ingredients towards creating his dream protein drink, a drink consisting in low sugar, high-quality protein source, no artificial ingredients and no sugar alcohols. Today, ICONIC can be found in over 5,000 retailers nation wide, along with DTC, due to being shelf stable.
Make sure to check out ICONIC at: https://www.drinkiconic.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
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 around 10 months, Brandon and his other two co-founders quit their corporate job to pursue their passion... preserving the enviorment.
They went on to reinvent the beach towel, by coming up with a sustainable, lightweight, and sand resistant product. Since launch, Sand Cloud has landed a deal with Robert Herjavec of Shark Tank and completed many successful social campaigns. With a mission to save marine life, 10% of all profits go towards preserving marine life, through various organizations.
Make sure to check out Sand Cloud at: https://www.sandcloud.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
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Friday Apr 23, 2021
Friday Apr 23, 2021
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, he was making more in one day, than his friends were making for 40 hour work weeks.
Following his time at BYU and working in corporate finance, Jon and his cousin, Jacob, came up with this idea of a minimalistic wallet. After launching that initial product on Kickstarter, they expected to receive around 50 orders... they happened to land 6,000. Since then, NOMATIC has launched numerous travel products, selling to hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide.
Make sure to check out NOMATIC at: https://www.nomatic.com/
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Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment.
With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.
Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.
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