Today we are joined by "IRON" Mike Steadman, who is a published author, serial entrepreneur, and business coach based in Newark, NJ, who's committed to enhancing the economic and social outcomes of urban youth and military veterans through boxing, entrepreneurship, and new media. This episode is LOADED with great advice, best practices, and actionable steps to starting or growing your small business.

We explore the story of IRONBOUND Boxing, IRONBOUND Media, and Mike's experience developing both. We then dive into several key business topics, including category design, branding, marketing, sales, and the importance of having a business coach. There is so much to take away from this episode, this is not one to miss!

Connect with "IRON" Mike Steadman

https://ironboundmedia.com/

https://ironboundboxing.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/iron-mike-steadman-%F0%9F%A5%8A%F0%9F%8F%B4%E2%80%8D%E2%98%A0%EF%B8%8F-3387586a/

About GaelVentures

GaelVentures is the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation's community incubator at Iona University. The Hynes Institute is an interdisciplinary hub for the development of creativity and leadership skills critical for success in a global economy. Learn how to take your ideas from concept to execution. Take a course on the entrepreneurial mindset, attend a guest lecture, and collaborate with peers and mentors in our coworking space.

This podcast is made available through the generosity of Jim and Anne Marie Hynes