Episodes

Jan. 5, 2022

Building an Innovation Machine Culture

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and RaeAnn Lovall, Chief People Officer of Homebase, talk about how to build a culture of innovation within your workplace. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Homebase: https://homebase.ai/ Listen to the "Kansas City Top Startups" overview episode: https://link.chtbl.com/startuphustleKCtop Read up on each of the "Kansas City Top S...
Jan. 4, 2022

Toys, Robots, and Entrepreneur Superpowers

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and John Boucard, Founder and CEO of Tesseract Ventures, talk about how robotics create a culture of creativity. Check out the reaction video: https://youtu.be/8Ck_8yNWdtk Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Tesseract Ventures: https://tesseractventures.io/ Listen to the "Kansas City Top Startups" overview episode: https://link.ch...
Jan. 3, 2022

Kansas City Top Startups

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Matt Watson discuss Kansas City's Top Startups. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Learn more about each of these featured Top Kansas City Startups: https://startuphustle.xyz/blog/top-kansas-city-startups-2022 Meet all the Top Startups we’ve featured around the US: https://gigb.co/l/x1fD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 30, 2021

Coworking and Entrepreneurship

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Shervonne Cherry, Director of Community & Partnerships at Spark Coworking talk about the truths and misconceptions of coworking. Find out what these two longtime entrepreneur support advocates think about working alongside like-minded people in coworking establishments. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Spark Coworking: www.spar...
Dec. 29, 2021

Business Trends and Going Global

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Ron Shigeta and Global Business Executive, Ryan Patel talk about resilience, big business collaboration with emerging companies, scaling towards exits, and seeing the future. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about iAccelerate: https://www.iaccelerate.tech/ Learn more about Ryan Patel: https://ryanpatelspeaks.com/ Learn more about Ryan's new LinkedIn...
Dec. 28, 2021

Why Buying Online is Safer than Store Purchases

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Michael Fried, Chief Diamond Pro & CEO of The Diamond Pro talk about why buying online is safer than store purchases. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Learn more about The Diamond Pro: https://www.diamonds.pro Learn more about Marknology: https://www.marknology.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 27, 2021

A Return to Rock n Roll

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Joel Cummins, keyboard wizard for Umphrey's McGee and #1 best selling author, discuss the similarities between bands and startups, the value of tribe building, and the business of music in general. Watch Bonus Footage: https://youtu.be/MXevO47GqUc Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Umphrey's McGee: https://www.umphreys.com/ Se...
Dec. 23, 2021

Measuring Inclusion In The Workplace

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Lisa Russell, Co-Founder & CEO at Aleria talk about how to measure inclusion in the workplace. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Aleria: https://www.aleria.tech/ Learn more about InnovateHER KC: https://www.innovateherkc.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 22, 2021

You Need Culture for Cultured Meat

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Ron Shigeta and Orbillion CoFounders Samet Yildirim and Gabriel Levesque-Tremblay discuss their startup journey, the company's dedication to a supportive startup company culture, and why getting along with your team is vital to future success. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about iAccelerate: https://www.iaccelerate.tech/ Learn more about Orbillion:...
Dec. 21, 2021

How to Create Scalable Systems

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Trent Dyrsmid, Founder of Bright Ideas talk about how to create scalable systems. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Learn more about Bright Ideas: https://brightideas.co Learn more about Marknology: https://www.marknology.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 20, 2021

Tech Trends in Real Estate Investments

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Liza Benson, Partner at Moderne Ventures talk about tech trends in real estate investments. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle/ This episode is sponsored by Lending Standard: https://www.lendingstandard.com/ Learn more about Moderne Ventures: https://www.moderneventures.com/ Learn more about Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 17, 2021

Scaling Your Team During High Growth

In this episode of Startup Hustle, join Matt and Matt for Part 44 of "How to Start a Tech Company" while they discuss how to scale your team during high growth. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Dive into the entire “How to Start a Tech Company” series: https://gigb.co/l/21su See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 16, 2021

Developing & Funding Women-Led Ventures

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Heather Wentler of Doyenne Group, Inc. talk about developing and funding women-led ventures. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Doyenne Group, Inc.: www.doyennegroup.org Learn more about InnovateHER KC: https://www.innovateherkc.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 15, 2021

Using BioTech to Improve Consumer Wellness

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Ron Shigeta and Evan Zhao, CoFounder & CEO of Revela, discuss childhood eczema, why continually improving the quality consumer goods is vital, and how Revela is delivering a new wave of better personal care products. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about iAccelerate: https://www.iaccelerate.tech/ Learn more about Revela https://getrevela.com/ See o...
Dec. 14, 2021

How to Increase Your Amazon Sales Rank

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Izabela Hamilton, CEO & Founder of RankBell talk about how to increase your Amazon sales rank. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Learn more about RankBell: https://rankbell.com Learn more about Marknology: https://www.marknology.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 13, 2021

The Power of a Handwritten Note

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Jesse Stein, Founder & CEO of audience.co talk about the power of handwritten note. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about audience.co: https://www.audience.co/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 10, 2021

Should Your Startup Pivot

In this episode of Startup Hustle, join Matt and Matt for Part 43 of "How to Start a Tech Company" as they talk about how you know when it's time to pivot your company. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Dive into the entire “How to Start a Tech Company” series: https://gigb.co/l/21su See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 9, 2021

Festivals, Musicians and Rewarding Superfans

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Lauren Conaway and Sydney Schavietello talk about festivals, musicians, and rewarding your superfans. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about Unitea: http://Unitea.com Learn more about InnovateHER KC: https://www.innovateherkc.com/ Listen to the "Miami Top Startups" overview episode: https://link.chtbl.com/miamitopstartups Read about the Top Miami Startups:...
Dec. 8, 2021

Starting up and Growing Pains

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Ron Shigeta and serial founders Will Clem and Orin Wilson of Bite Ninja, discuss their entrepreneurial journey within the FoodTech industry. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about iAccelerate: https://www.iaccelerate.tech/ Learn more about Bite Ninja: https://www.biteninja.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 7, 2021

Finding Your Startup's Niche

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Andrew Morgans and Guillermo Garcia, CEO of SmartHop talk about how to find your startup's niche. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn more about SmartHop: www.smarthop.co Learn more about Marknology: https://www.marknology.com/ Listen to the "Miami Top Startups" overview episode: https://link.chtbl.com/miamitopstartups Read about the Top Miami Startups: https://s...
Dec. 6, 2021

Data Driven Decisions

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Albert Bou Fadel, CEO of SmartBarrel, talk about the power of data-driven decision-making. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Chatdesk: https://www.chatdesk.com/shift Learn more about SmartBarrel: https://smartbarrel.io/ Listen to the "Miami Top Startups" overview episode: https://link.chtbl.com/miamitopstartups Read about the Top Miami Startups: https://startuphustle.xyz/blog/miami-s...
Dec. 3, 2021

Don't Grow Out of Business

In this episode of Startup Hustle, join Matt and Matt for Part 42 of "How to Start a Tech Company" while they discuss how to not grow out of business. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Dive into the entire “How to Start a Tech Company” series: https://gigb.co/l/21su See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec. 2, 2021

Miami Top Startups

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and co-host Lauren Conaway, Founder & CEO of InnovateHER KC discuss our picks for the hottest startups in Miami. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io Learn more about each of these featured Top Miami Startups: https://startuphustle.xyz/blog/miami-startups-that-top-the-list Meet all the Top Startups we’ve featured around the US: https://gigb.co/l/x1fD See omny...
Dec. 1, 2021

Silicon Valley Investment Trends - Part 4

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Steven Hoffman and Arvind Gupta discuss current Silicon Valley Investment trends and anticipated future trends. Arvind is a partner at Mayfield Fund and Venture Advisor at IndieBio. As the Founder of IndieBio in 2014, Arvind redefined the pace and possibilities of early-stage biotech, investing in over 136 companies in five years. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Learn mor...