408: Innovating Men’s Fashion with AI-Driven Styling with Anya Cheng
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley and Harrison Kitson connect with Anya Cheng, the founder of Taelor, a men's clothing service that uses AI technology. The discussion starts with Anya detailing her journey from working in big tech companies like Meta and eBay to founding Taelor, inspired by her own wardrobe challenges while being a leader in those organizations. Taelor simplifies fashion for men who dislike shopping, using AI to select outfits based on users' preferences and needs and offering rental services. Throughout the episode, Anya illustrates Taelor's...
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407: Exploring Lithium's Impact on Regional Economies and Clean Energy
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, we dive into the electrifying world of lithium, renewable energy innovations, and its impact on the economy. Hosts Caleb Talley and Jeff Amerine are joined by guests Florence Meaders, program manager of the Lithium Regional Innovation Cluster (LRIC) and Matt Newman and Aviram Hadash from Brightmerge, who explore the profound potential of the Smackover Formation in South Arkansas and the revolutionary technologies shaping the future. One key highlight of the episode was the transformative potential of the Smackover Formation, which has the capacity to...
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22: Más que Cal: Una conversación con Guillermo Torrez
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Summary En este episodio, nos adentramos en el apasionante mundo de la estuquería en Bolivia de la mano del líder de Cayara SRL, Guillermo Torrez. Conversamos sobre los mayores desafíos del sector de la cal y el estuco, los secretos que pocos conocen y cómo equilibrar tradición, innovación y compromiso con el medioambiente. ¡Una charla para conocer cómo se forja el éxito en un rubro tan único como vital! Show Notes (00:05) Welcome & introduction. (00:56) Who is Guillermo Torrez? (01:10) Family business. (04:19) Overload. (06:43) New opportunities. (16:40) New experiences....
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406: Building Ventures Through Outdoor Recreation with Phil Shellhammer and Zoe Rose
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley and Daniel Koonce are joined by Phill Shellhammer and Zoe Rose Maddox from the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) to discuss the newly launched Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator and how it’s changing the entrepreneurial landscape in northwest Arkansas and beyond. Phil kicks off the conversation by highlighting the foundational role GORP has played since October 2021 in nurturing early-stage startups in the outdoor recreation space, emphasizing GORP's mission to turn innovative ideas into viable business models...
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21: Una charla en Bolivia con Andy Choque
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Summary En el reciente episodio de nuestro podcast, tuvimos el honor de conversar con Andy Choque, gerente general de Banacorp S.R.L. y miembro de la mesa directiva de la Unión de Bananeros (UNIBAN) en Bolivia. Andy nos compartió detalles sobre la vida cotidiana de los productores de banano en la región del Chapare, Cochabamba. Desde las primeras horas del día, los agricultores se dedican al cuidado meticuloso de las plantaciones, asegurando que cada planta reciba la atención necesaria para producir frutos de alta calidad. Este arduo trabajo refleja la dedicación y compromiso de...
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405: Balancing Business and Passion: Anna Buckley’s Entrepreneurial Journey with PICNiC
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce, Jeff Amerine, and Harrison Kitson sit down with Anna Buckley, the dynamic founder of PICNiC. Balancing a full-time job and a burgeoning side hustle, Anna embodies the spirit of modern entrepreneurship. Based in Washington, D.C., by way of Arkansas, Anna brings innovative solutions to classic designs, filling gaps in the market and elevating everyday dining experiences. PICNiC, launched in March, was born from Anna’s desire to create durable and aesthetically pleasing cabbageware—plates inspired by the timeless cabbage design...
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404: From his Attic to a 9-Figure Exit: Jeffrey Feldberg's Talks Maximizing Company Value
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley, Jeff Amerine, and Harrison Kitson have a conversation with the co-founder of Deep Wealth, Jeffrey Feldberg. Jeffrey’s journey began in a modest attic with a small e-learning startup in 1996 and has evolved into a masterclass in business exits. Despite facing initial challenges, Jeffrey's company gained remarkable traction, leading to a substantial seven-figure buyout offer from a Fortune 10 company. Unyielding in his vision, Jeffrey declined the offer, choosing instead to immerse himself in the intricacies of business exits....
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403: Journey from Corporate Life to Entrepreneurial Success with Bryan Fittin
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Jeff Amerine, Daniel Koonce, and Harrison Kitson sit down with Bryan Fittin, founder and CEO of Go Rogue Studio, to explore the story of his transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Initiating his career within the corporate confines of Walmart’s vendor community, Bryan always harbored a passion for content creation. This passion ultimately gave birth to Go Rogue, a podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs transitioning from corporate settings. But his ambitions didn't stop there; inspired by Jeff Amerine's sage advice on product-market...
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20: Constancia y Esfuerzo - Una Charla con Robert McGrew
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Summary En este episodio, Robert comparte su inspiradora trayectoria marcada por su fe, su familia y su pasión por el emprendimiento. Con una carrera diversa y un profundo compromiso con la comunidad latina, ofrece valiosos consejos sobre liderazgo, tendencias en negocios y lecciones aprendidas trabajando con emprendedores. Una conversación llena de inspiración y estrategias para crecer. Show Notes (00:05) Welcome & introduction. (00:53) Who is Robert McGrew? (02:14) What inspired you? (06:39) A change in perspective. (08:15) Getting started. (12:04) Top 40. (12:55) On my...
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402: Revolutionizing Government Contracting for Small Businesses with GovBidAI
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Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Jeff Amerine, Daniel Koonce, and Harrison Kitson are joined by co-founders, Joshua Hedeby and Moner Attwa, of Opportunity Hound by GovBidAI where Joshua serves as the CFO and Moner is the CEO. GovBidAI is an innovative platform designed to streamline the complex landscape of government contracts for small to mid-sized businesses and is revolutionizing the way these companies navigate the government sector. GovBidAI’s mission is to demystify government contracts and make it easier for smaller businesses to access a market where thirty percent...
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In this special episode of Startup Junkies, we’re recording live from Startup Crawl 2024 where we sat down with a variety of guest entrepreneurs and their innovative ventures.
Louis Lee, CMO of Wonderful Platform, discussed its pioneering work in senior care technology. Wonderful Platform’s companion robot, Avadin, addresses elderly loneliness and depression through personalized AI-driven interactions.
Jangwon J Lee’s company, DeepSales, tackles the unique sales challenges in Asia. By building a comprehensive business database and employing AI, it streamlines lead generation and pre-qualification for SMEs.
Sarah No, a champion for early childhood education, shared insights on Playtag. This game-changing platform leverages AI and computer vision to analyze child behavior, enhancing teacher-parent communication and improving learning outcomes. With a ninety percent satisfaction rate in Korea, Sarah aims to refine Playtag's offerings for the U.S. market through valuable customer feedback.
Kris Adams enlightened us on Startup Junkie’s robust event calendar, boasting over two hundred free events to support local entrepreneurs. He introduced the ARse program focusing on tech and tech-enabled startups in Arkansas. In a short time, ARise has already connected one hundred and nine startups with thirty subject matter experts, offering free coaching, access to capital, and valuable industry connections.
Stephen Park of DOWHAT, a hospitality venture, enhances operational efficiency in hotels via mobile app integrations, already serving fifty-five hotels in Korea. Stephen's positive experience in Northwest Arkansas and ambitious goals for market expansion encapsulate the collaborative spirit of the region.
Overall, this episode reflects on the warm, family-like community among entrepreneurs, epitomized by the growing success of the Startup Crawl event, making it clear that the commitment to collaboration and consistent effort forms the backbone of NWA’s thriving startup ecosystem.
Show Notes
(0:00) Introduction
(0:54) Louis Lee’s Origin Story
(2:23) The Solution Wonderful Platform is Offering
(4:12) Closing Question
(5:04) Introduction to Jangwon J Lee
(5:20) Jangwon’s Background
(6:50) DeepSales’ Ideal Customer
(7:45) DeepSales’ Pre Qualification Process
(8:38) Customers’ Responses to DeepSales
(9:24) DeepSales’ Sourcing Solutions
(10:32) Jangwon’s Origin Story
(12:04) Jangwon’s Impression of Northwest Arkansas
(12:32) Closing Question
(13:11) Introduction to Sarah No
(13:28) About Playtag
(15:00) Sarah’s Background
(15:54) Sarah’s Goal with the Accelerator
(16:48) Closing Question
(17:37) Introduction to Kris Adams
(17:47) About the ARise Program
(20:03) ARise’s 2024 Milestones
(24:49) ARise’s Outreach Initiatives in Arkansas
(26:09) About Kate Loughridge’s Role as Marketing Manager of ARise
(27:57) About Steven Park
(29:59) About DOWHAT
(31:28) Steven’s Anticipation of Joining the Accelerator
(33:55) Introduction from Calvin Smith
(34:14) About Startup Crawl 2024
(36:13) The Growth of Startup Crawl
(38:41) Caleb Talley’s Experience with Startup Crawl and its Ecosystem
(40:51) What’s Next for Startup Junkie
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