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BIZ/DEV episodes
- Rev Your Engines w/ Michael Linnane | 233
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Michael Linnane, Founder and CEO of FeedStation, to talk about ecommerce, building better customer experiences, and what it takes to turn online traffic into real business.
Michael shares his perspective on the gaps that still exist between how people shop online and how brands sell to them, and where technology can create a more useful experience for both sides.
Along the way, we discuss customer behavior, ecommerce strategy, and building products around how people actually want to buy.
LINKS:
Michael on LinkedIn
FeedStation on LinkedIn
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OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
32 min - The Infinite Pivot w/ Niki Shamdasani | 232
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Niki Shamdasani, founder of Leo and former co-founder of Sani, to talk about entrepreneurship, knowing when to evolve, and what eight years of building a company teaches you the second time around.
Niki shares lessons from growing Sani from an idea into a nationally recognized brand, making the decision to close that chapter, and bringing those lessons into building Leo.
Along the way, we discuss persistence, finding the right customer, trusting what’s working, and approaching your next big idea with a little more experience behind you.
LINKS:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikishamdasani/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/leohealth/
https://leohealth.co/
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OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
29 min - Everyday Wiser w/ Paul Barrett | 231
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Paul Barrett, Founder and Chief Curiosity Officer of Everyday Wiser, to talk about leadership, curiosity, and building organizations that are prepared for change.
Paul shares lessons on leading people, developing stronger managers, and why curiosity is one of the most valuable skills leaders can cultivate as AI continues to influence the workplace.
Along the way, we discuss organizational roles, decision-making, and how effective leaders help teams adapt with confidence.
LINKS:
Paul on LinkedIn
Everyday Wiser on LinkedIn
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
39 min - Flying Beyond the Expected w/ James Cooper | 230
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with James Cooper, COO of Anatra, to talk about what it takes to build, lead, and adapt at the edge of what’s possible in aviation.
James shares his perspective on an industry being reshaped by new technology, where competition is growing and progress requires a willingness to keep testing what comes next.
Along the way, we discuss leadership, trusting your direction, and knowing when to evolve as the world around you changes.
LINKS:
James on LinkedIn
Anatra on LinkedIn
Anatra Website
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
39 min - The Best of the Best w/ James Amato | 229
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with James Amato, Founder and CEO of Catalyst Advisors & Consultants, to talk about leadership, growth, and turning big ideas into real momentum.
James shares his perspective on building organizations people trust, navigating change, and creating meaningful growth across businesses and communities.
Along the way, we discuss entrepreneurship, AI, and what strong leadership looks like when the path forward isn’t always clear.
LINKS:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jame5amato/?skipRedirect=true
https://www.linkedin.com/company/catalyst-advisors-consultants/
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
31 min - The CloudFruit of Your Labor w/ Sam Hilsman | 228
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Sam Hilsman, Founder and CEO of CloudFruit, to talk about software development, systems thinking, and the changing role of developers in the age of AI.
Sam shares lessons from building complex digital systems and products, including how AI is reshaping software development and why curiosity and experimentation remain essential skills for builders.
Along the way, we discuss technology, business strategy, and what it means to create products in a world where the tools are changing faster than ever.
LINKS:
Sam on LinkedIn
CloudFruit on LinkedIn
CloudFruit Website
Plain Text Poetry Substack
Plain Text Poetry Medium
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
34 min - Love, your business Mom w/ Anna Bullock | 227
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Anna Bullock, portfolio founder and the voice behind your business Mom, to talk about entrepreneurship, business strategy, and what it takes to build a business with intention.
Anna shares lessons from working with founders, including how to make confident decisions, build systems that support growth, and stay focused on what matters most.
LINKS:START HERE (newsletter + everything): https://yourbusiness.mom
PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@loveyourbusinessmom
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabullock/
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/annabullock_cs
WORK WITH ME: https://annabullock.com/contactWORK WITH ABx2 AGENCY: https://abx2.agency/contact
FREE WEBINAR RESOURCES: https://www.annabullock.com/content/webinars
FEATURED BY: https://www.annabullock.com/features
EMAIL: [email protected]___________________________________
Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
33 min - The Entrepreneur Whisperer w/ Katie Gailes | Ep. 226
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Katie Gailes, entrepreneur, business counselor, and founder of Katie Gailes & Company, to talk about entrepreneurship, business growth, and what separates thriving companies from those that struggle to gain traction.
Katie shares lessons from decades of working with founders and small business owners, including how to find your competitive edge, avoid becoming the bottleneck in your own business, and build a company that aligns with your goals and values.
Along the way, we discuss leadership, strategy, and why entrepreneurial thinking is valuable whether you're running a business or simply navigating life.
LINKS:
Katie on LinkedIn
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
34 min - Magnetic Appeal w/ Emily Gerhardstein | Ep. 225
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Emily Gerhardstein, CEO and Co-founder of LS Adaptive, to talk about building a mission-driven company at the intersection of healthcare, fashion, and innovation.
Emily shares how her experience as a caregiver inspired the creation of LS Adaptive, why inclusive design benefits more people than we realize, and what it takes to build products that solve real-world problems with dignity and independence in mind.
Along the way, we discuss bootstrapping a startup, creating a new category in the market, and how personal experiences can become the foundation for meaningful innovation.
LINKS:
Emily G on LinkedIn
LS Adaptive on LinkedIn
LS Adaptive Website
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
34 min - CLEAR Vision w/ Jay Graves | Ep. 224
In this episode of Biz/Dev, we sit down with Jay Graves, founder and CEO of Leadership Canvas, to talk about what it takes to build high-performing organizations.
Jay shares lessons from his CLEAR™ methodology, why culture and leadership remain at the center of organizational success, and how leaders can create environments where people and performance thrive together.
Along the way, we discuss the growing role of AI in leadership, the importance of community, and why the strongest organizations are built on more than strategy alone.
LINKS:
Jay on LinkedIn
Leadership Canvas on LinkedIn
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Submit Your Questions to:
OR comment on our YouTube videos! - Big Pixel, LLC - YouTube
Our HostsDavid Baxter - CEO of Big Pixel
Gary Voigt - Creative Director at Big Pixel
The Podcast
David Baxter has been designing, building, and advising startups and businesses for over ten years. His passion, knowledge, and brutal honesty have helped dozens of companies get their start.
In Biz/Dev, David and award-winning Creative Director Gary Voigt talk about current events and how they affect the world of startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture.
Contact Us919-275-0646
www.thebigpixel.net
FB | IG | LI | TW | TT : @bigpixelNC
Big Pixel1772 Heritage Center Dr
Suite 201
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Music by: BLXRR
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About BIZ/DEV
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David Baxter has over fifteen years of experience in designing, building, and advising startups and businesses, drawing crucial insights from interactions with leaders across the greater Raleigh…
area. His deep passion, knowledge, and uncompromising honesty have been instrumental in launching numerous companies. In the podcast BIZ/DEV, David, along with Gary Voigt, an award-winning Creative Director, explore current tech trends and their influence on startups, entrepreneurship, software development, and culture, integrating perspectives gained from local business leaders to enrich their discussions.