Failing to Success

• Revenue: $10 Million
• Patents Held: 3

✅ Customer discovery and validation are crucial for successful inventions.

✅ Filing patents requires hands-on work and strategic narrow focus.

✅ Sustainability and reliable sourcing are key concerns in the electrification transition.

In this episode of "Failing to Success," we delve into the journey of Cory Hewett, a prolific inventor and entrepreneur in the electrification sector. Cory shares insights on generating over $10 million in revenue from his inventions and the importance of rigorous customer discovery in validating business ideas. He emphasizes a hands-on approach to filing patents, highlighting the strategic decision to focus narrowly to ensure defensibility. Corey also explores the significance of sustainable and reliable sourcing of materials for electric vehicles, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions in the electrification transition. His journey from vending machine challenges to groundbreaking patents offers valuable lessons for aspiring inventors and entrepreneurs.

Q: How much revenue have your products generated?

A: Comfortably over $10 million in total revenue.

Q: What is your process for taking an idea and deciding it's worth pursuing commercially?

A: The biggest factor is customer success; validating that people need and want the invention.

Q: How hands-on are you with filing patents?

A: Very hands-on; initially did most of the work ourselves due to limited funds and later worked with a great attorney.

Q: What was the unique challenge your inventions addressed?

A: Creating a device that could last a decade on a single battery charge and communicate with any iPhone without user setup.

Q: How do you approach sustainability in the electrification transition?

A: Focus on reliable sourcing of materials, considering environmental and geopolitical factors to ensure sustainable production.

00:00 Intro

00:09 Company Stats

00:28 Decoding the Invention Process

01:47 Navigating Patent Challenges

02:49 Innovations in Electrification and Technology

04:51 Exploring Electric Vehicles and Material Science

07:37 Venturing into New Business Horizons

09:07 Connecting and Sharing Insights

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• ✅ Evaluate AI tech companies by examining technology, innovation, scalability, and market opportunity.
• ✅ Emphasize ethical AI, avoiding hype, and focusing on core human values in development.
• ✅ Look for strong teams and business models, ensuring monetization and scalability potential.

In this episode, our panel discusses crucial factors in AI tech investment, focusing on technology, innovation, scalability, and market opportunities. Emphasizing ethical AI development and avoiding hype, the conversation highlights the importance of integrating core human values into AI. The panelists also stress the need for strong teams and viable business models, ensuring monetization and scalability. The discussion covers common pitfalls, risk management strategies, and promising opportunities in the AI sector, particularly in healthcare, education, and robotics.

The conversation delves into the importance of thorough due diligence and portfolio diversification in AI investments. The panelists share insights on how to leverage AI-driven tools for investment processes and the significance of adapting to market trends. They also explore the potential of AI in transforming various industries, including healthcare, education, and private equity, emphasizing the balance between technological advancement and maintaining human values.

Q: How do you assess an AI tech company before making an investment?

A: Evaluating AI tech companies involves examining technology, innovation, differentiators, scalability, and market opportunities. It's crucial to look at the team's passion and the business model's monetization potential.

Q: What are the key factors for successful AI startups?

A: Successful AI startups need a strong team with relevant experience, a scalable business model, ethical AI practices, and a clear path to dominate a niche market. Regulatory compliance and risk management are also essential.

Q: What are some common pitfalls in AI investments?

A: Common pitfalls include over-reliance on hype, weak business models, inexperienced teams, and lack of regulatory compliance. It's vital to avoid buzzwords without clear differentiation and ensure data privacy and ethical considerations are addressed.

Q: What are the most promising opportunities in the AI sector right now?

A: The most promising opportunities lie in healthcare, education, and robotics. AI-driven innovations in these fields can significantly improve quality of life, with potential applications ranging from personalized education to advanced medical treatments and automated industrial processes.

Q: How do you manage risk when investing in AI startups?

A: Risk management in AI investments involves thorough due diligence, using AI tools for the investment process, and diversifying portfolios across subsectors. It's crucial to stay updated with market trends, regulatory changes, and ensure robust ethical practices and data security measures.

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00:00 Intro

00:27 Key Factors in AI Tech Investment

02:19 The Importance of Team and Business Model

03:28 Ethical AI and Avoiding Hype

04:25 Red Flags in AI Startups

09:30 Managing Investment Risks in AI

14:22 Promising Opportunities and Challenges in AI

19:49 The Future of Robotics and AI

28:21 Connecting with the Panelists

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• Activations: 45 million Nift activations
• Employees: 40+
• Founded: 2015

• ✅ Build a culture organically, matching the right people to your organization's needs.
• ✅ Maintain core elements of excitement and hard work to drive growth and revenue.
• ✅ Culture evolves; treat your team well and believe in long-term goals.

In this episode, Preston Junger, co-founder of Mile Square Labs and VP of Restaurant Solutions at Nift, shares insights on building a successful company culture. He emphasizes the importance of organic culture development, matching the right people to the organization's needs, and maintaining excitement and hard work. Preston also discusses the evolution of culture, highlighting the need to treat team members well and believe in long-term goals.

Preston delves into his journey post-Yelp, explaining how his experiences led to the founding of Mile Square Labs. He outlines the challenges he faced and how these inspired him to help early-stage companies build their go-to-market strategies. Through Nift, Preston explains how the company replaces traditional advertising with gifting moments, benefiting both e-commerce and restaurant groups by acquiring new customers.

Q: How do you build a successful company culture?

A: Culture should develop organically, matching the right people to the organization's needs, and maintaining excitement and hard work to drive growth and revenue.

Q: What is the role of culture in a company's success?

A: Culture is crucial for aligning the team with long-term goals, fostering a sense of shared purpose, and ensuring sustainable growth.

Q: How does Nift help restaurants acquire new customers?

A: Nift uses a two-sided marketplace to provide gifting moments that replace traditional advertising, helping restaurants gain new customers through surprise and delight moments.

Q: What challenges did you face after leaving Yelp?

A: Transitioning from Yelp to consulting, I faced the challenge of finding a role that matched my passion and expertise, leading to the founding of Mile Square Labs to support early-stage companies.

Q: How does Mile Square Labs support early-stage companies?

A: Mile Square Labs helps early-stage companies build go-to-market strategies, providing a strong foundation for growth and realistic expectations for key hires.

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00:14 Company Stats

00:39 Nift and Its Impact

01:20 Building a Strong Company Culture

03:20 How Nift Supports Restaurants

06:02 Preston's Journey Post-Yelp

09:30 Founding Mile Square Labs

11:22 Connect with Preston

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• Revenue: $1.5 million ARR
• Employees: 11
• Founded: September 2019

• ✅ Ryan Estes leverages personal experiences to shape KitCaster’s services, ensuring the offerings mirror client needs.
• ✅ WildCast introduces host-bred ads, enhancing podcast marketing by fostering genuine host-audience connections.
• ✅ The Bell Fast System at KitCaster strategically anticipates 10 client interactions to optimize conversions, achieving up to 17% success.

In this episode, Ryan Estes, founder of KitCaster and Wildcast, delves into the mechanics behind his companies’ successes. KitCaster, with a revenue of about $1.5 million and 11 employees, specializes in securing podcast spots for prominent business figures, utilizing Estes's unique 'Bell Fast' marketing system to ensure a high conversion rate of up to 17%. Launched in 2019, KitCaster has effectively served around 800 clients. Wildcast, started in 2023, focuses on host-bred podcast advertising, offering a more personalized and effective approach to podcast ads compared to traditional methods. Estes's entrepreneurial journey is marked by his ability to adapt and innovate in the evolving landscape of digital marketing and media.

Q: Can you share how KitCaster reached its current annual run rate?

A: KitCaster is at about a 1.5 million annual run rate, largely due to our effective marketing strategies and understanding our client profiles deeply.

Q: What were the key factors in founding KitCaster and then WildCast?

A: KitCaster was founded in September 2019 and WildCast in August 2023, driven by the need for specialized marketing in podcasting and adapting to new challenges and opportunities in media.

Q: How do you manage to attract high-quality clients at KitCaster?

A: We use a strategy called the Bell Fast system, which involves anticipating 10 touches with a prospective client to nurture them through the sales funnel effectively.

Q: What conversion rates do you experience with your marketing strategy?

A: The conversion rate varies between 10 and 20%, with recent trends around 17%, demonstrating effective targeting and client engagement.

Q: Could you describe the transition from your previous ventures to KitCaster and WildCast?

A: The transition involved leveraging experiences from past businesses, focusing on what worked, and applying these lessons to newer, more focused ventures in podcast advertising.

00:00 Intro

00:15 Company Stats

01:51 The Bell Fast Marketing System

04:37 Podcast Advertising with Wildcast

07:47 Ryan's Entrepreneurial Journey

11:02 Contact Ryan Estes

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• Clients: 500 global clients in 38 countries.
• Users: Over 2.1 million participants globally.
• Employees: 65
• Founded: 2009

• ✅ Alejandro Rivas-Micoud navigates the complexities of global enterprise sales with innovative strategies, fostering significant growth.
• ✅ Userlytics thrives by offering detailed insights, transitioning from a startup to a prominent player with a substantial client base.
• ✅ Persistence and adaptation are key as Userlytics maneuvers through early-stage challenges to establish a robust market presence.

Alejandro Rivas-Micoud, founder of Userlytics, shares his journey of establishing and growing a company that transcends traditional analytics by explaining user behaviors in depth. Founded in 2009, Userlytics has a client base nearing 500 enterprises globally and a robust participant panel of over 2.1 million users. Alejandro discusses the strategic shifts from his previous ventures, the challenges of penetrating the global enterprise market, and the unique insights gained from each entrepreneurial endeavor. His experience underscores the importance of resilience, precise market targeting, and leveraging feedback to refine service offerings.

Q: How did you navigate the transition from a startup to a global enterprise provider?

A: Navigating the transition involved continuously refining our service offerings based on critical feedback from early enterprise clients, allowing us to enhance our product and better meet market demands.

Q: What were the major lessons learned from your previous business ventures that influenced the foundation of Userlytics?

A: Previous ventures taught me the importance of adaptability and listening to the market. These lessons were crucial in shaping Userlytics' approach to providing actionable insights into user behavior.

Q: Can you describe a pivotal moment when Userlytics began to gain significant traction in the market?

A: A key contract signing, despite initial doubts about continuing the business, marked a turning point, leading to sustained growth and confirming the market's need for our in-depth user analytics.

Q: How do you approach selling to enterprises across different global markets?

A: Approaching global enterprises requires understanding regional business cultures. In the U.S., startups are welcomed for innovation, while abroad, enterprises may require seeing U.S. clients first before engaging.

Q: What strategies have proven effective in gaining the trust of large enterprises?

A: Establishing trust with large enterprises involves showcasing proven track records, leveraging existing high-profile clients, and providing critical feedback to continuously improve our offerings.

00:00 Intro

00:08 Company Stats

00:50 Selling to Enterprises

04:43 The Startup Journey

09:47 Contact Userlytics

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• Revenue: Protecting over a billion dollars in subscription revenue.
• Employees: 15
• Founded: 2021

• ✅ ChurnKey protects over a billion dollars in SaaS subscription revenue, showcasing robust growth.
• ✅ Tripled team size within a year, ChurnKey rapidly scales operations to meet demand.
• ✅ Founded in 2021, ChurnKey builds on past successes, immediately following a significant company exit.

In this episode, Nick Fogle, founder of ChurnKey, dives deep into the realms of SaaS client retention, sharing how his new venture is protecting over a billion dollars in subscription revenue. Founded in 2021, right after exiting his previous successful venture, ChurnKey has rapidly scaled up, tripling its workforce to 15 employees in just over a year. Nick discusses the lessons learned from his past business experiences and how they shaped the strategies at ChurnKey. He emphasizes the importance of client retention in the SaaS industry and how his company has crafted solutions to enhance this crucial aspect, thereby ensuring sustained growth and profitability for their clients.

Q: What led you to start ChurnKey?

A: Nick started ChurnKey immediately after exiting his previous company in 2021, motivated by the lessons learned and the desire to continue improving SaaS client retention.

Q: How has your previous startup experience influenced your approach with ChurnKey?

A: Nick's past experiences, particularly the challenges of client retention in his previous company, directly shaped the focus of ChurnKey on providing robust client retention solutions for SaaS businesses.

Q: Can you describe the transition from your first successful startup to founding ChurnKey?

A: After exiting his previous startup, Nick leveraged his insights and experiences to found ChurnKey, focusing on enhancing subscription retention, which was a significant challenge in his earlier venture.

Q: What were the main challenges you faced when founding ChurnKey, and how did you overcome them?

A: Nick identified that high churn rates were limiting the valuation potential of his previous ventures. He founded ChurnKey to specifically address and solve this widespread issue in the SaaS industry.

Q: How does ChurnKey differentiate itself from other SaaS solutions in the market?

A: ChurnKey addresses a critical pain point—retention and churn—by offering tailored solutions that not only help retain customers but also optimize the subscription models based on in-depth analytics and customer feedback.

00:00 Intro

00:06 Company Stats

00:31 Business Acquisition

03:37 The Birth of ChurnKey

04:50 Nick's Origin Story

07:47 Contact Nick

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• Founded: 2022
• Revenue: $3 million in ARR
• Employees: 40

• ✅ Adam Spector transitions from a service business to founding Levy, focusing on back-office operations for startups.
• ✅ Levy, under Adam’s leadership, approaches $3 million in ARR with a robust team of 40, highlighting significant growth.
• ✅ From a $10 million raised startup to founding Levy, Adam utilizes past experiences to enhance his current venture.

In this episode, Adam Spector, founder of Levy, discusses the evolution of his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the transition from his previous venture to starting Levy. He highlights how past experiences and the initial concept of automating back-office operations for startups led to the creation of Levy. With nearly $3 million in annual recurring revenue and a growing team of 40 employees, Levy aims to alleviate the back-office burdens for startups. Adam also delves into his investment strategies, sharing insights from participating in over 150 startup investments and the philosophy behind spreading risks as an investor compared to the all-in commitment required as a founder.

Q: Can you share how the concept for Levy evolved from your previous company?

A: We spun off from a service business within my previous company that handled back-office operations, recognizing the persistent need across startups for such services.

Q: What lessons from your past ventures have been most influential in shaping Levy?

A: Learning from the complexity and limitations of automating back-office functions led us to refine our approach with Levy, focusing on service rather than full automation.

Q: How do you balance your roles as both a founder and an investor in the startup ecosystem?

A: My role as a founder informs my investments; I leverage personal experience to connect with and evaluate other founders, focusing on their commitment and the potential of their ventures.

Q: What criteria do you prioritize when deciding to invest in a startup?

A: I look for founders who are exceptionally dedicated and optimistic about their ventures, as this often correlates with the resilience needed to overcome inevitable challenges.

Q: With numerous startups under your belt, what have you learned about managing growth and scalability?

A: It's crucial to focus not just on scalable solutions but also on sustainable business practices that can support long-term growth and adaptation in a dynamic market environment.

00:00 Intro

00:07 Company Stats

00:35 Learning from Past Ventures

01:42 Investment Strategies and Startup Insights

04:44 Lessons from Failure

06:15 Investment Successes and Philosophy

08:18 Personal Investment Strategies and Startup Passion

10:18 Connect with Adam

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• Founded: 2017
• Annual Revenue: $50 million+
• Employees: 218

• ✅ Rhett Roberts scaled LoanPro to a $50 million enterprise by focusing on technological solutions for loan servicing.
• ✅ Transitioned from auto lending to creating powerful software that supports diverse loan management needs.
• ✅ Emphasizes the importance of innovation and iteration in evolving business models and technologies.

In this episode, Rhett Roberts, CEO of LoanPro, shares the evolutionary journey of his company, which now garners over $50 million in revenue and employs 218 people. Founded in 2017, LoanPro emerged from the practical needs of auto lending to become a leader in loan servicing software, providing tools for various types of loans and compliance needs. Rhett discusses the origins of the company, the challenges of managing a vast array of loans, and the strategic pivot from internal tools to a comprehensive tech platform for lenders. The narrative underscores the importance of adaptability, technological innovation, and customer-focused solutions in the financial services industry.

Q: How did LoanPro evolve from a tool within an auto lending business to a comprehensive software platform for various lenders?

A: Rhett explains how the initial challenges in auto loan management led to the development of LoanPro, emphasizing the transition from a niche solution to a versatile platform that addresses broader market needs.

Q: What strategies have you employed to scale LoanPro's operations and reach over $50 million in revenue?

A: Rhett discusses the importance of iterative development, customer feedback, and staying ahead of technological advancements to continuously improve and expand the software's capabilities.

Q: How do you ensure that LoanPro stays compliant with the varying regulations across different types of loans?

A: He highlights the adaptive nature of LoanPro's software, designed to accommodate changes in legislation and industry standards, ensuring compliance and ease of use for clients.

Q: Given your journey, what advice would you give to other entrepreneurs aiming to innovate within established industries?

A: Rhett advises on the necessity of resilience, the willingness to pivot when necessary, and the importance of building a product that genuinely solves user problems.

Q: Can you elaborate on the significance of customer feedback in LoanPro's developmental process?

A: He underscores how customer insights drive the evolution of LoanPro's features and services, ensuring the software not only meets current demands but also anticipates future needs.

00:00 Intro

00:07 Company Stats

00:42 Business Adaptation

01:42 The Birth of LoanPro

06:47 The Family Business

09:20 Sustainable Culture

10:42 How to Connect with LoanPro

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• Founding Year: 2007
• Switch to Franchise Model: Officially in 2014
• Annual Revenue: $25-30 million
• Total Employees: Between 400-500 across all locations

• ✅ Shuckin Shack grew to $30 million in revenue through effective bootstrapping and focusing on core competencies.
• ✅ Transition to a franchise model in 2014, expanding to 16 locations without sacrificing the essence of the original successful restaurant.
• ✅ Maintains high standards by ensuring product quality through national contracts and empowering staff to deliver genuine service.

In this insightful episode, Jonathan Weathington, CEO of Shuckin Shack Seafood Franchise, shares the journey of growing the business from a single restaurant in 2007 to a thriving franchise with a revenue between $25 to $30 million. Jonathan highlights the strategic decision to bootstrap the business, fostering a robust growth trajectory without external capital. The franchise model, initiated in 2014, now boasts between 400-500 employees across all locations, demonstrating effective scaling while maintaining quality and company culture. Jonathan discusses the challenges and triumphs of franchising, emphasizing the importance of agility, risk tolerance, and focusing on strengths to succeed in the competitive restaurant industry.

Q: How did Shuckin Shack manage to grow significantly without external funding?

A: Jonathan details the disciplined approach to bootstrapping, emphasizing agility, risk-taking, and leveraging core competencies to fuel growth.

Q: What strategies have you employed to maintain consistent quality across franchise locations?

A: He explains the dual approach of securing product quality through national supply contracts and enhancing customer service by empowering employees to be authentic and customer-focused.

Q: What were the main challenges in transitioning from a single restaurant to a franchise model?

A: Jonathan discusses the initial capital challenges, the learning curve in franchising, and the importance of selecting the right franchisees who share the brand’s values and vision.

Q: How does Shuckin Shack ensure franchisee success and maintain brand standards?

A: He highlights the importance of comprehensive training, ongoing support, and fostering a culture of authenticity and excellent customer service among franchisees.

Q: Can you share insights into your decision-making process when scaling from one location to multiple franchises?

A: Jonathan reflects on the strategic timing of scaling, assessing market readiness, and the critical role of internal sacrifices and team commitment in expanding the franchise network.

00:00 Intro

00:04 Company Stats

00:37 Debt-Free Bootstrapping

03:30 The Franchise Model

05:57 Maintaining Quality Across Franchise Locations

08:45 How to Connect

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• Annual Revenue: $10 million
• Employees: 2
• Founded: 2018

• ✅ Pete Grett leverages decades of industry experience to deliver substantial results in supply chain management.
• ✅ Blackrock Group thrives by focusing on high-value, long-term client relationships rather than conventional time-based billing.
• ✅ Strategic use of technology and expertise enables exceptional efficiency, maintaining a lean operation with substantial revenue.

In this episode, Pete Grett, founder of the Blackrock Group, shares his unique business model in the supply chain management industry that emphasizes selling results over time. Starting the company after an unexpected career setback, Pete has grown Blackrock Group into a $10 million enterprise with just three employees over six years. He attributes this success to focusing on delivering concrete results and leveraging technology to streamline operations. Pete's approach involves working with a small number of high-ticket clients, which allows for deep relationships and extensive project commitments. He discusses the importance of experience, strategic client engagement, and the innovative use of software solutions in achieving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Q: How has Blackrock Group achieved such impressive revenue with a minimal team?

A: Pete explains that the key to achieving high revenue with a small team is focusing on selling results rather than time, leveraging technology, and engaging in high-value, long-term projects.

Q: What led to the founding of Blackrock Group, and how did you secure your first clients?

A: After being unexpectedly fired, Pete leveraged his industry connections and expertise to establish Blackrock Group, quickly securing his first client within weeks and a major client within months.

Q: What is the ideal client profile for Blackrock Group, and how do you maintain such profitable operations?

A: Pete details that their ideal clients are large companies with complex logistics needs, allowing for substantial contracts and long-term engagements essential for the company's profitable business model.

Q: Can you describe a typical client engagement process at Blackrock Group?

A: The process involves long sales cycles and relational interactions, often requiring board-level approval, which underscores the strategic and high-stakes nature of their client engagements.

Q: What strategies have you employed to pivot and integrate AI into your business model?

A: Pete discusses the recent shift towards using generative AI to enhance operational efficiency and client results, signaling a forward-thinking approach to adopting new technologies in traditional industries.

00:00 Intro

00:07 Company Stats

00:42 The Evolution of Blackrock Group

01:48 Business Model Insights

04:25 Ideal Client Profile

06:13 Connect with Pete

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