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The Casey Adams Show
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My name is Casey Adams, and over the past eight years I've been fortunate to have incredible conversations with some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world, and on my podcast, I'm sharing those insightful conversations with you. Listen anywhere you get your podcast, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it!
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Michael Jacobson – CEO of French Florist on Turning His Uncle’s Struggling Flower Shop into a $9.5M Powerhouse
Aug 2100:50:02Tap to summarizeThis episode is sponsored by Adobe in partnership with Coursera. Through the Adobe Digital Academy, they’re offering free certificates in AI, design, marketing, and storytelling—skills that matter in today’s world. Whether you’re a founder, creator, or someone looking to grow, these courses are practical, flexible, and built for how we learn today. #AdobePartnerStart learning at https://adobe.ly/413JKTXMichael Jacobson, CEO of French Florist, joins the show to share how he transformed his uncle’s struggling flower shop into a $9.5M+ floral powerhouse and is now leading its national franchise expansion. He breaks down the role of proprietary technology, scaling systems, and creating a values-first brand in a traditionally overlooked industry. Michael also opens up about entrepreneurship, the emotional side of customer loyalty, and the lessons learned from reinventing a family business into a modern, thriving brand. Learn more about French FloristChapters00:00 Introduction to French Florist and Michael's Journey01:07 Acquisition of the Family Business04:36 Identifying Opportunities in the Floral Industry09:02 Challenges and Innovations in the Floral Business11:01 The Importance of Customer Experience16:29 Shifting Consumer Behavior Towards Flowers23:14 Navigating Supply Chain Challenges26:28 Growth Strategies and Revenue Generation32:26 Franchise Model and Community Building38:45 Personal Reflections and Future Vision
Transcribe →Adam Bedford – Founder of Sans on Building a Healthier Home
Aug 13, 202500:44:24Tap to summarizeThis episode is sponsored by Adobe in partnership with Coursera. Through the Adobe Digital Academy, they’re offering free certificates in AI, design, marketing, and storytelling—skills that matter in today’s world. Whether you’re a founder, creator, or someone looking to grow, these courses are practical, flexible, and built for how we learn today. #AdobePartnerStart learning at https://adobe.ly/413JKTXAdam Bedford, founder of Sans, joins the show to share his journey from launching an EdTech startup to building a design-driven air and water purification brand. He opens up about bootstrapping a hardware business, managing cash flow, and scaling with a lean team. Adam also dives into product design, e-commerce strategy, and the personal experiences that shaped Sans’s mission to make healthier living accessible.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sans and Its Mission04:15 The Journey of Entrepreneurship07:15 Bootstrapping and Team Dynamics10:06 Product Development: Air and Water Purification13:10 Personal Influences and Health Awareness16:11 Living in LA: A Hub for Health and Wellness19:23 Leadership and Mentorship in Business22:13 Learning from Successful Brands25:13 The Hardware-Software Dynamic27:42 Understanding Air Quality and User Education31:27 The Importance of Water Quality33:46 Expanding Product Ecosystem: From Home to On-the-Go35:48 The Future of Wellness Products38:53 Balancing Work and Personal Life43:22 Building a Team and Company Culture
Transcribe →Ariana Thacker - Founder of MoldCo on How Mold Toxicity Changed Her Life and Inspired a Mission-Driven Startup
Aug 2, 202500:46:24Tap to summarizeThis episode is sponsored by Adobe in partnership with Coursera. Through the Adobe Digital Academy, they’re offering free certificates in AI, design, marketing, and storytelling—skills that matter in today’s world. Whether you’re a founder, creator, or someone looking to grow, these courses are practical, flexible, and built for how we learn today. #AdobePartnerStart learning at https://adobe.ly/413JKTXIn this episode, Casey Adams sits down with Ariana Thacker, founder of MoldCo, a virtual clinic dedicated to helping people recover from mold-related illnesses. Ariana shares the powerful story of how a mystery illness derailed her while running a venture capital firm—only to discover dangerously high levels of mold in her Miami apartment. That experience sparked her mission to build MoldCo and bring awareness to the hidden health crisis of mold toxicity. They dive into the symptoms that often go undiagnosed, why early detection is critical, and how MoldCo delivers science-backed recovery protocols through a modern, virtual platform. Ariana also unpacks what the customer journey looks like, her fundraising experience, the company’s team culture, and the global implications of environmental mold exposure. Whether you’ve faced unexplained symptoms or are curious about what might be affecting your health at home, this episode sheds light on an issue too often overlooked.Learn more about MoldCoConnect with Ariana ThackerBecome a partner of "The Casey Adams ShowChapters00:00 Introduction to Moldco and Personal Journey04:27 Understanding Mold Toxicity and Its Symptoms07:23 The Emotional Toll of Mold Exposure10:29 The Decision to Found Moldco13:28 Customer Experience with Moldco16:33 The Prevalence of Mold Toxicity in America19:28 Risk Factors and Long-Term Effects of Mold Exposure22:25 Preventative Measures and Testing for Mold Toxicity24:42 Integrating Environmental Health in Primary Care27:50 Fundraising Journey and Insights31:58 Team Culture and Personal Connections35:44 Innovative R&D and Future Directions41:46 Global Perspectives on Mold Issues43:37 Looking Ahead: Testimonials and Personal Reflections
Transcribe →Josh Haas – Co-CEO & Founder of Bubble, Building the No-Code Future
Jul 22, 202500:39:18Tap to summarizeThis episode is sponsored by Adobe in partnership with Coursera. Through the Adobe Digital Academy, they’re offering free certificates in AI, design, marketing, and storytelling—skills that matter in today’s world. Whether you’re a founder, creator, or someone looking to grow, these courses are practical, flexible, and built for how we learn today. #AdobePartnerStart learning at https://adobe.ly/413JKTXIn this conversation, Josh Haas, founder and CEO of Bubble, discusses the evolution of his no-code platform, the impact of AI on software development, and the importance of empowering non-technical founders. He shares insights from his journey, including the challenges of bootstrapping, the dynamics of fundraising, and the vibrant community that has formed around Bubble. Josh emphasizes the future potential of AI in enabling entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life without the traditional barriers of software development.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Bubble and Its Vision05:11 The Impact of AI on No-Code Development07:55 The Early Days of Bubble: Challenges and Insights10:43 Building a Community of Non-Technical Founders13:51 Bootstrapping vs. Fundraising: A Founder’s Journey16:49 Navigating the Fundraising Landscape19:58 The Evolution of Team Dynamics in Tech22:59 Personal Growth and Challenges as a Founder25:44 The Future of Bubble and AI Integration28:59 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs31:58 Conclusion and Future Outlook
Transcribe →Max Cutler on Selling Parcast to Spotify and Building Pave Studios for the Next Era of Podcasting
Jun 30, 202500:43:10Tap to summarizeMax Cutler is one of the most influential figures in podcasting. He founded Parcast, grew it into a leading network known for storytelling and true crime, and sold it to Spotify where he went on to lead their podcast content partnerships. He played a key role in bringing in shows like Joe Rogan and Alex Cooper, helping shape Spotify’s aggressive expansion into the podcast space and influencing the entire industry in the process.Now, Max is back building something entirely new. At Pave Studios, he’s creating a next-generation media company designed for the modern era of podcasting. Pave is focused on talent-first partnerships, long-form storytelling, and giving creators real infrastructure to grow their brands across formats. It’s not just about launching shows, it’s about helping talent build lasting IP across audio, video, live, and more.In this episode, we talk about Max’s journey from startup founder to leading podcast deals at Spotify, and what he’s building now with Pave. We dive into how the medium is evolving, why creators need more support than ever, and what the future of podcasting really looks like. Learn more about Pave Studios: https://www.pavestudios.comFollow Max on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-cutler-07b22095Sign up for Listener.com: https://listener.com
Transcribe →Hamza Alsamraee - Co-Founder of NewForm.ai on The Future of Content Marketing
Nov 18, 2024Tap to summarizeHamza Alsamraee is an entrepreneur and math enthusiast, currently the Co-Founder and CEO of NewForm AI, where he develops distribution strategies for clients like Western Union and Acorns. Previously, he was the Co-Founder and Head of Growth at Faves, a Lightspeed-backed startup. Hamza is also a content creator, known for his popular Instagram account Daily Math, which gained over 200k followers and 100 million views. He authored two math books: "Advanced Calculus Explored" and "Paradoxes," published at ages 16 and 18, respectively. A Stanford graduate in Mathematics and Management Science & Engineering, Hamza is originally from Baghdad, Iraq. Join us on The Casey Adams Show as we explore his insights on entrepreneurship, AI, and the intersection of technology and creativity. Learn more about NewForm AI: https://newform.ai Learn more about Casey Adams: https://www.caseyadams.com
Transcribe →Sam Rattner - From Startup to $40M Exit at 23
May 30, 2024Tap to summarizeToday on The Casey Adams Show I sat down with Sam Rattner. In this captivating episode, we sit down with Sam Rattner, the visionary founder of Victory and Showroom, who sold his first company for a staggering $40M at just 23. Sam takes us through his thrilling journey in the online gambling and fashion e-commerce industries, sharing the highs and lows of building a business in a regulated market. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks early in life, being fully informed before pitching investors, and the concept behind Showroom—a revolutionary vertical-specific search engine for fashion and e-commerce. Takeaways -Starting a business in a regulated market requires navigating complex regulatory processes and compliance requirements. - Building an asset along the way is important, as it increases the value of the business and makes it more attractive to potential buyers. - Taking risks early in life, when there are fewer responsibilities, can lead to greater opportunities and success. - When pitching investors, it is important to be fully informed about the business and to have a clear understanding of the market and competition. - The future of shopping may involve vertical-specific search engines that provide a more personalized and efficient shopping experience. Product discovery is a challenge in the e-commerce industry, and traditional keyword-based search engines are not effective in helping users find what they are looking for. - Building relationships with partners is crucial for Showroom's success, and the company curates a list of high-quality brands to ensure a positive user experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:35 Starting Victory and Overcoming Regulatory Challenges 06:33 Building a Business with Acquisition in Mind 09:40 Early Entrepreneurial Endeavors 14:38 Gap Between Snow Plow Business and Victory 17:39 Raising Capital for Victory 21:36 Never Pitching Twice 30:38 Introduction to Showroom 33:14 Thoughts on Live Shopping 36:33 Personal Shopping Habits 38:59 Product Discovery and Keyword-Based Search Engines 39:52 Expansion of Showroom Categories 40:38 Building Relationships with Partners 41:01 Revenue Share Model 42:53 Curated List of Brands and Quality Products 44:12 Choosing Showroom as a Second Time Founder 45:11 Importance of Talent and Team Building 47:07 Product Discovery and Live Shopping 49:30 Acquiring a Former Riverboat Casino Vessel 57:06 Unique Ventures and Pursuing Opportunities 58:37 Embracing Pain and Learning from Challenges Learn more: www.listener.com
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Nikhil Kamath - Meet India’s Youngest New Billionaire
Mar 3, 2021Tap to summarizeMeet Nikhil Kamath, the 34-year-old Zerodha co-founder is a chess champion who dropped out of school at age 14. Nikhil Kamath co-founded India's largest trading brokerage in 2010 with his brother, Nithin. Over the last year, Zerodha—the name of which is derived from combining two words, zero and rodha (Sanskrit for barriers)—has seen its number of registered users double under the pandemic and reportedly has a daily turnover of $10 billion. Learn more about Nikhil: https://zerodha.com/ How this 34-year-old chess champion became India’s youngest new billionaire:" https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/12/zerod... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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