Episodes

Aug. 11, 2023

MidxMidwest 2023 Announcement

Join Matt DeCoursey and Dan Kerr, Partner at Flyover Capital, for a special MidxMidwest 2023 announcement. Hear Matt and Dan talk about what MidxMidwest is all about and how this year’s event built on MidxMidwest's inaugural ...

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Aug. 10, 2023

Tech Tools for Entrepreneurial Equity

Join Lauren Conaway and Carolyn Driscoll, CEO & Founder of Uncommon Good, for a discussion about tech tools that support entrepreneurial equity. Enjoy this founder-to-founder conversation about AI, the tech industry landscape...

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Aug. 9, 2023

The Key to Marketplace Success

Join Matt DeCoursey and Shirish Nadkarni, as they talk about the key to marketplace success. Dig into what a marketplace really is and learn how to build and sustain one. Matt and Shirish also discuss the important factors th...

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Aug. 8, 2023

Keeping All Your Hats in Order

Join Andrew Morgans and Garth Watrous, Chairman of American Hat Makers, for a fun conversation about keeping all your various responsibilities in order. Listen in for insights on how to overcome challenges, find a perfect par...

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Aug. 7, 2023

Virtual Finance: The Rise of Digital Asset Ownership

Join Matt Watson and Beau Button, President & CTO of Atlas Reality, as they talk about the rise of digital asset ownership. Hear Beau explain Atlas Earth, how it works, and how to earn through virtual real estate games. They ...

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Aug. 4, 2023

The Power of Great Leadership

Join Matt DeCoursey and Mark Silverman as we wrap up our week-long series exploring various business powers to tap into. Today's conversation centers around the power of outstanding leadership. Listen to Matt and Mark discuss...

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Aug. 3, 2023

The Power of Choice

Join Lauren Conaway and Tammy Buckner, Founder and CEO of WeCode KC, as they explore the power of choice. Listen to these servant leaders' compelling conversation about the significance of representation, community engagement...

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Aug. 2, 2023

The Power of the Pivot

Join Matt DeCoursey and AJ Asgari, CEO & Founder of drugstore2door, as they discuss the power of pivoting your business. Together Matt and AJ define what it means exactly to pivot and why it is healthy for businesses at times...

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Aug. 1, 2023

The Power of Vulnerability

Join Andrew Morgans and David Chorpenning, Author and Founder of Beyond 55, as they talk about the power of vulnerability. Together they explore why you need to set an intention to achieve both your personal and business goal...

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July 31, 2023

The Power of AI

Join Matt Watson and Ross Borden, Founder and CEO of Matador Network, as they kick off our week-long power series by discussing the immense power of AI. Hear about Matador’s new AI-powered travel assistant, GuideGeek. Additio...

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July 28, 2023

Fundraising Battle: Coast vs. Midwest

Join Matt DeCoursey and Nichole Montoya, Co-founder & CEO of Cheddar Up, as they explore the difference between fundraising on the coasts as opposed to the Midwest. They also discuss pitching your business and how to attract ...

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July 27, 2023

Transforming Money Management for Couples

Join Lauren Conaway and Emily Luk, co-founder and CEO of Plenty, to delve into the fascinating world of transforming money management for couples. Discover the challenges couples face when planning their finances and the sign...

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July 26, 2023

The Future of Robotics: Innovating with AI

Join Matt DeCoursey and Benji Barash, Co-Founder & CEO of Roboto AI, to explore the exciting world of robotics and AI innovation. Discover the true essence of robotics, how Roboto AI accelerates robot production for companies...

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July 25, 2023

Streamlining Your Processes on Amazon

Join Andrew Morgans and Vanessa Hung, Founder & CEO of Online Seller Solutions, as they discuss streamlining your Amazon processes. Listen to Andrew and Vanessa explore growth and lean modes and how to navigate them. They als...

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July 24, 2023

Chicken or Egg: Founders vs Ecosystems

Join Matt Watson and Chris Heivly, Managing Director of Chris Heivly, for a discussion about founders versus ecosystems and which comes first. Listen to them dig into why startup ecosystems are so important in and for communi...

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July 21, 2023

Nonprofit Fundraising

Join Matt DeCoursey and Kenny Liner, CEO of Holler and Hum Music for a discussion centered around nonprofit fundraising. Matt and Kenny discuss the difference between raising money for nonprofit and for-profit organizations. ...

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July 20, 2023

Expanding Your Business with Multimedia Magic

Join Lauren Conaway and Shae Perry, Multimedia Specialist at Crux KC & On-Air Personality at Carter Broadcast Group, as they talk about expanding your business with multimedia magic. Hear the importance of storytelling in mar...

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July 19, 2023

Secrets to Buying Back Time

Join Matt DeCoursey and Jacob Mead, CEO & Founder of Jacob K. Mead, as they discuss how you can earn back your time as a business owner. The duo shares their thoughts on understanding your value, learning to say no, opportuni...

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July 18, 2023

Mastering the Startup Mindset

Join Andrew Morgans and Adam Gillman, Co-Founder and COO of Hiya Health Products LLC, as they talk about overcoming early startup challenges and essentially how to master your startup mindset. The duo digs into Adam’s entrepr...

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July 17, 2023

How Mission-Driven Leaders Build Trust

Join Matt Watson and Rusty Shelton, Founder and Chairman of Zilker Media, as they talk about how mission-driven leaders build trust through creating visibility. Rusty and Matt discuss why founders and leaders should be the fa...

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July 14, 2023

Blending AI and Human Touch

Join Matt DeCoursey and Aaron Lee, Founder & CEO of Smith.ai, as they talk about blending AI with human touch. Listen to them discuss how to increase customer engagement by using AI. They also talk about why adapting technolo...

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July 13, 2023

Academia and Startup Synergy

Join Lauren Conaway and Caroline Winnett, Executive Director at Berkeley SkyDeck, as discuss the connection between academia and startup synergy. Listen to Lauren and Caroline talk about how SkyDeck married innovation and inf...

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July 12, 2023

Connecticut Top Startups

Join Matt DeCoursey and Lauren Conaway as they spotlight Connecticut's Top Startups. Meet 12 incredible early-stage companies making big marks in their respective industries. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/...

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July 11, 2023

International Selling: The Headaches, Struggles and Horrors

Join Andrew Morgans and Ryan Cramer, Head of Marketing & Growth at Frisbi, as they explore the hardships (and opportunities!) of international selling. The duo share their expertise on what sellers should consider when thinki...

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