From Dorm Room to Snack Empire: How Griffin Spolansky Built Mezcla Bars
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Release Date: 07/03/2024
What Is The Love List & Moving Back To Connecticut Life Update
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I have been WAITING to film this one. Today I'm sitting down to talk about two things I get asked about constantly — what is The Love List, and yes, I moved back to Connecticut. We're getting into all of it — the business, the move, the why behind everything. Grab your coffee, get comfy, and let's catch up! For more on The Love List, please apply at jointhelovelist.com. We offer matchmaking services and events throughout New England, with new cities launching soon. We encourage everyone to apply, because if we have a mutual match in a city, we will absolutely connect you! Grab...
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Everyone Says They Have a Brand, Almost No One Actually Does With John Sampogna
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CHIEF SWAG OFFICER IS LIVE ON BSW! It's a huge week for the brand. Shop all of our swag on BSW ! Use the code CHIEFSWAG10 on --------------------------------------------------------------------- I sat down with the CEO and Co-founder of Wondersauce in this episode to talk about branding. John is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and CEO with over 15 years of experience crafting award-winning strategies, digital experiences, and campaigns for renowned brands such as Golf.com, Nike, L’Oréal, Scott’s, Sixpenny, NYC’s Brookfield Place, Chandon, and Grubhub, among...
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Building New England's #1 Luxury Matchmaking Company The Love List
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DARE TO BE FEARLESS IS BACK. And this time, we’re not holding anything back. Answering your questions about building this matchmaking company, the age demographics and services we offer, and how many couples have fallen in love so far! Between scaling and growing , life has been nonstop. I’ve relocated to Los Angeles to build both companies simultaneously — while still spending a ton of time in Connecticut meeting so many of you in person, hosting events, and expanding The Love List into new destination cities like Boston. This season is about what it really takes to build multiple...
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Solo Episode: This Is What They Don’t Tell You About Being an Entrepreneur (+ Life Lately)
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In this episode of Dare to Be Fearless, we're getting real about what it actually takes to be an entrepreneur. From behind-the-scenes challenges to unexpected breakthroughs, I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered truth about building a business — and giving you a life update along the way. Whether you're just starting out or deep in the grind, this episode is packed with honest lessons, mindset shifts, and encouragement to keep going (even when it’s messy). If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re cut out for this path, this one’s for you. Use code on chiefswagofficer.com for a...
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Why Connecticut Is The Best State In America
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Side Hustles That Work: Vending Machines
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This week, one of my best friends Nick joins the show to discuss one side hustle that I'm particulary intrigued by: vending machines. Can this $17K investment make you into a millionaire? Buy Chief Swag Officer mic covers at with the code CHIEFSWAG10 for a discount off of your first order! Follow Alexa !
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Etsy Closed Down My Small Business: PSA To Entrepreneurs
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Chief Swag Officer is alive on our website and thank gosh it is because Etsy closed down our store! It's been a chaotic week in business working to get our shop fully optimized online so people know where to buy us. But we went from 20+ sales a day to not even 2 (because of Etsy's SEO) so I've learned a lot about business this week. PSA to aspiring and current founders: you always need a website. Support Chief Swag Officer on our website and social media, and follow Alexa ! Use the code CHIEFSWAG10 for a discount off of your first order.
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John Mayer’s Ex-Makeup Artist Spills Secrets—Meet the Beauty Mogul Behind By Rosie Jane
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Welcome the most fearless Rosie Jane Johnston to Dare To Be Fearless this week! Rosie is the founder of the #1 clean perfume brand in the world, By Rosie Jane, sold at stores like Sephora and Nordstrom. Prior to founding BRJ, Rosie was a celebrity makeup artist who did makeup for celebrities like John Mayer and more. Buy Chief Swag Officer customized microphone covers and accessories on with the code CHIEFSWAG10 for a discount off of your first order!
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Solo With Alexa: How To Cold Pitch & Network With Confidence
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Solo episode with about how to network like a fearless and confident boss. In this episode, she covers: Cold Pitching How She Landed Her Radio Disney Show How To Find And Scout Emails and leaving London for a bit. Want Chief Swag mic covers? Use the code
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Architect Dara Huang On Getting In Front Of People With Cold Pitching, Designing For Cartier & More
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I met Dara Huang at an event in London last year when I first moved to town. Dara is one of those people who lights up the room she walks into. As a Taiwanese-American architect and designer, renowned for her innovative contributions to contemporary architecture, Dara was born in Florida to Taiwanese immigrants, where she pursued a master's degree in architecture from Harvard University. In 2013, Dara founded Design Haus Liberty, an international architecture and design practice based in London, with additional offices in Hong Kong. The firm offers a wide range of design...
info_outlineIn this exciting episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Griffin Spolansky, the visionary founder behind Mezcla Bars, a trailblazing snack brand that's taking the world by storm!
Join us as we chat with Griffin about his incredible transformation from a college student with a big idea to the CEO of a thriving snack empire. Discover how a dorm room brainstorming session led to the creation of Mezcla Bars, known for their unique flavors and nutritional benefits.
Griffin shares his candid insights on:
- The origins of Mezcla Bars and the spark that ignited the brand.
- Overcoming the challenges of launching a business straight out of college.
- The creative process behind crafting their innovative flavors and recipes.
- Strategies for navigating the competitive snack industry and standing out in a crowded market.
- Lessons learned from scaling Mezcla Bars from a campus startup to a nationally recognized brand. 🏆📈
Tune in to hear Griffin’s stories of grit, passion, and the determination that fueled Mezcla Bars' rise to success. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a fan of disruptive brands, or just love a good success story, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration!
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