Funded, Now What?!

Summary

In this insightful episode of 'Funded. Now what?', host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Ben Collins, CEO and Co-Founder of Woz, discussing the journey of raising $6 million to build a game-changing AI business builder. They delve into the challenges and learnings of fundraising, the vision behind Woz, and the future of AI in entrepreneurial ventures.

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Key Takeaways

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About the Guest

Ben Collins — CEO,Co-Founder, Woz

Ben Collins – the guy’s a straight-up game changer in the AI world. So, he’s part of YC W25, which is already a big deal, right? But what really makes him stand out is his hustle and how he’s jumped into the deep end with AI startups that are actually crushing it.

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Chapters:

0:00 - Funded. Foreign podcast features Andrew Lee Miller talking about growth and startups
0:24 - Andrew Lee Miller interviews Ben Collins, founder and CEO of Woz. com
1:11 - Woz is an AI business builder. Our whole goal is around removing barriers to business building
1:56 - Our whole vision is around business quality software
7:14 - You recently raised $6 million in seed funding for your AI startup
9:08 - It was a little bit harder than people thought to raise money for AI startups
10:55 - How did you get into YC? Was that goal of yours
13:15 - So when you raised money, like where were you guys at client wise
15:43 - What are you doing to get new customers now? Those net new customers specifically
16:50 - You need to say you're the best. Obviously, the product needs to back that up
18:02 - I'm curious about your strategy for testing AI prosumer products
26:54 - You're an early stage startup. That means that you need a marketer
28:39 - So LinkedIn marketing is a whole nother beast right now
33:02 - Clutch is the help of agencies. Software development, marketing, any partner you would ever need
37:07 - Using AI can help with driving inbound and outbound marketing
41:38 - Don't let yourself be the bottleneck in marketing, Ben says

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Summary

In this insightful episode of 'Funded. Now what?', host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Ben Collins, CEO and Co-Founder of Woz, discussing the journey of raising $6 million to build a game-changing AI business builder. They delve into the challenges and learnings of fundraising, the vision behind Woz, and the future of AI in entrepreneurial ventures.

Watch the full episode on YouTube

YouTube

Key Takeaways

Resources

About the Guest

Ben Collins — CEO,Co-Founder, Woz

Ben Collins – the guy’s a straight-up game changer in the AI world. So, he’s part of YC W25, which is already a big deal, right? But what really makes him stand out is his hustle and how he’s jumped into the deep end with AI startups that are actually crushing it.

Connect with Ben

Chapters:

0:00 - Funded. Foreign podcast features Andrew Lee Miller talking about growth and startups
0:24 - Andrew Lee Miller interviews Ben Collins, founder and CEO of Woz. com
1:11 - Woz is an AI business builder. Our whole goal is around removing barriers to business building
1:56 - Our whole vision is around business quality software
7:14 - You recently raised $6 million in seed funding for your AI startup
9:08 - It was a little bit harder than people thought to raise money for AI startups
10:55 - How did you get into YC? Was that goal of yours
13:15 - So when you raised money, like where were you guys at client wise
15:43 - What are you doing to get new customers now? Those net new customers specifically
16:50 - You need to say you're the best. Obviously, the product needs to back that up
18:02 - I'm curious about your strategy for testing AI prosumer products
26:54 - You're an early stage startup. That means that you need a marketer
28:39 - So LinkedIn marketing is a whole nother beast right now
33:02 - Clutch is the help of agencies. Software development, marketing, any partner you would ever need
37:07 - Using AI can help with driving inbound and outbound marketing
41:38 - Don't let yourself be the bottleneck in marketing, Ben says

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Why pay $1,000 for a hotel when you can stay with a friend and get paid for it?

In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Stephen Dooley, Founder & CEO of Roamr. Stephen shares how he raised $3M to disrupt the massive corporate travel industry by rewarding employees for staying within their personal networks.

We discuss:

Customer-Led Fundraising: How Stephen got potential users to lead his $3M round.

The Roamr Model: Splitting savings between the company, the traveler, and the host.

B2B Growth Hacks: Why a "bottoms-up" approach works better for enterprise travel than selling to the CFO.

GEO vs. SEO: Andrew’s tactical advice on optimizing for AI search engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity.

The Return of In-Person: Why 2026 is the year business travel makes a major comeback.

About Stephen Dooley: Stephen is a researcher-turned-founder who spent years studying the disruption of Uber and Airbnb before launching Roamr to bridge the gap between "work from anywhere" and "work from everywhere."

Connect with us:

Check out Roamr:⁠ roamr.com⁠

Work with Andrew:⁠ growthexpertz.com⁠

Follow Andrew:⁠ @andrewstartups⁠

Want in? 📩 [email protected] 📅 Book a call:⁠ www.growthexpertz.com

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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Dr. Junchen Wu, Founder and CEO of MenosAI, an agentic AI platform revolutionizing how hedge funds and financial institutions make decisions.

Menos AI brings intelligence, automation, and clarity to one of the most complex industries on earth, hedge fund investing. With deep experience in finance, data, and AI, Dr. Wu and his team are on a mission to simplify financial workflows, increase transparency, and turn information overload into precision insights that actually drive returns.

In this conversation, Andrew and Dr. Wu dive into:

This episode is packed with practical insights for fintech founders, AI innovators, and anyone scaling a B2B company in a regulated, data-heavy space.

Funded, Now What?! is the startup podcast that teaches you marketing. It’s the only show where recently funded founders get expert-level, no-fluff growth advice from 20-year startup marketing veteran Andrew Lee Miller. Each episode dives into how founders raised millions — and then delivers tactical, actionable strategies on how to spend it to scale smarter and faster.

Whether you’re just starting or already scaling, Funded, Now What?! gives you the playbook for turning capital into traction.

Andrew Lee Miller is a 3x-exited startup marketing expert, global growth consultant, and founder of GrowthExpertz — a leading fractional growth consultancy helping early-stage startups scale efficiently without bloated full-time costs. With two decades of experience, Andrew has helped over 100 startups achieve 8–9 figure valuations through growth strategy, GTM execution, and content-driven marketing.

Menos AI is pioneering a new era of AI-driven investing. Their mission is to simplify complex financial systems, turning data noise into actionable intelligence for hedge funds and asset managers. Built by a veteran team of PhDs, financial experts, and AI innovators, Menos AI believes that less complexity leads to more impact.

Learn more about how Andrew helps startups scale at www.andrewstartups.com

Grab Andrew's book: www.startupgrowthbook.com

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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Mark Miller (no relation, that we know of), the Founder and CEO of InsureVision — a UK-based startup pioneering the next generation of driver analytics and insurance intelligence through what Mark calls Telematics 2.0.

InsureVision uses cutting-edge AI to analyze how drivers interact with the road — not just what they do behind the wheel. This new level of data insight allows insurance companies to price risk more accurately, improve underwriting, and enhance fleet safety — creating a seismic shift in how the industry thinks about behavior, data, and trust.

In this episode, Mark breaks down:

And, as always, Andrew dives in with strategic, post-funding growth advice tackling how B2B founders in “traditional” industries can build credibility, message their value, and launch smart go-to-market strategies that actually land customers.

Whether you’re in AI, insurance, or any data-driven B2B startup, this episode offers rare insight into how to position breakthrough technology in an old-school industry — and scale it effectively.

Funded, Now What?! is the only startup podcast where recently funded founders get expert-level, no-fluff growth advice from 20-year startup marketing veteran Andrew Lee Miller. Each episode dives into how they raised millions — then delivers tactical strategies on how to spend it to scale smarter and faster.

If you’re a founder figuring out how to turn funding into traction, this podcast is like having a fractional CMO inside your company — for free.

🎧 Listen to more episodes: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast

Founded by Andrew Lee Miller, GrowthExpertz is a global fractional growth consultancy helping startups scale fast without bloated full-time costs. With 20 years of experience, 3 exits, and over 100 startup success stories, Andrew and his team provide hands-on expertise in marketing, growth strategy, and go-to-market execution.

Learn more at www.growthexpertz.com

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In this episode of The Funded, Now What?! Podcast, Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Isha Juneja, Co-Founder of ContraVault to discuss how she and her team are building tools to empower creators and freelancers with smarter financial control. Isha shares her journey of co-founding ContraVault, the challenges of bringing a financial platform to life, and the insights she’s gained while serving independent workers in today’s changing economy.

You’ll learn:

-The story behind ContraVault and why it matters for freelancers and creators

-How Isha and her team validated their idea and brought it to market

-Lessons in fundraising, building early traction, and scaling responsibly

-The importance of resilience and adaptability in the startup journey

About the Show

About GrowthExpertz

Ready to see what’s possible? Get in touch below or book a free, no-risk consultation to learn how we can help your startup grow. What do you have to lose? 👉 www.growthexpertz.com

www.andrewstartups.com

www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups

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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller speaks with Azeem Khan, Co-Founder of Miden, a blockchain project redefining privacy and compliance. Fresh off a $25 million seed funding round co-led by a16z crypto, Hack VC, and 1kx, with participation from Finality Capital Partners, Symbolic Capital, and angel investors like Avery Ching of Aptos, Miden is building a privacy-first blockchain designed to enable secure, confidential transactions.

Powered by Polygon Labs’ Agglayer technology, Miden aims to balance privacy with compliance, a combination Azeem believes is essential for blockchain’s mainstream adoption. In this candid conversation, Andrew and Azeem explore the future of blockchain technology, long-term investment strategies, and the marketing tactics needed to educate the public on privacy-focused solutions.

You’ll learn:

Why privacy and compliance are critical for blockchain’s legitimacy and adoption

How Miden is using Polygon’s Agglayer to power confidential transactions

Strategies for building strong investor and stakeholder relationships in crypto

Insights from raising $25M from top-tier VCs and industry leaders

Marketing’s role in demystifying blockchain and driving adoption

The future applications of privacy-focused blockchain in finance, healthcare, and governance

How to adapt to rapid shifts in the crypto landscape while staying mission-focused

About the Show
Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth.

Learn more: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast

About GrowthExpertz

Ready to see what’s possible? Get in touch below or book a free, no-risk consultation to learn how we can help your startup grow. What do you have to lose? www.growthexpertz.com

About Andrew:

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What happens when a startup founder goes from solving problems for homeowners… to reshaping the entire construction industry?

In this episode, AndrewStartups sits down with Stella Wu, the founder and CEO of Eano.com, a renovation-tech platform that’s raised over $20M while navigating the massive pivot from B2C to B2B.

Stella opens up about the real-world pain points in construction, how she hacked contractor acquisition through cold outreach, SMS, and content marketing — and why self-serve pricing and PR strategy became her startup’s biggest growth levers.

What You’ll Learn:

How Stella convinced contractors to join her platform in the early days

Why inbound marketing and self-serve pricing were game changers for Eano

Tactical outreach tips from Andrew: from cold calls to high-converting SMS campaigns

How to position your startup at conferences and in PR to drive credibility

Lessons from fundraising with a previous startup under your belt

How to test, iterate, and scale marketing with limited resources

Why deep audience understanding beats flashy tactics every time

About the Show:

Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. Each week, we interview recently funded startup founders to uncover how they raised millions — and then give them tactical, hands-on advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth.

Follow the show at www.growthexpertz.com/podcast

About GrowthExpertz:

After scaling his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) launched GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy helping early-stage startups scale without paying bloated full-time salaries.

With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuations, exits, and nearly 100 global success stories, GrowthExpertz specializes in helping startups dominate in marketing, product, hiring, operations, and more.

Learn how Andrew and his small but mighty team can help scale your company:
www.growthexpertz.com

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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Bisrat Degefa, the UK-born founder of Trubuild, a cutting-edge AI startup transforming the construction industry in Saudi Arabia.

Bisrat shares the story of relocating to the Gulf to capitalize on one of the world’s fastest-growing construction markets — but more importantly, he gets a live, tactical marketing consultation from Andrew. From refining Trubuild’s messaging to building a scalable outbound and event strategy, this episode is a masterclass in applying smart, lean startup growth tactics in a traditional industry.

Whether you’re building tech for a legacy sector, looking to crack the enterprise sales cycle, or considering expansion into the Middle East, this conversation delivers valuable insights you can apply immediately.

You’ll learn:

How AI is modernizing project management across the construction lifecycle

Why Saudi Arabia is an untapped goldmine for B2B startups

The ROI of events and referral schemes in emerging markets

Why personal branding and founder-led sales still win

How to apply Andrew’s expert marketing frameworks to your startup

Why fractional expertise can unlock scale faster and more affordably

Follow the show: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast

Connect With Andrew on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups

Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate marketing podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. Each week, we interview recently funded startup founders to uncover how they raised millions — and then give them tactical, hands-on advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth.

After scaling his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) launched GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy helping early-stage startups scale without paying bloated full-time salaries.

With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuations, exits, and nearly 100 global success stories, GrowthExpertz specializes in helping startups dominate in marketing, product, hiring, operations, and more.

💡 Learn more about how GrowthExpertz helps startups: www.growthexpertz.com

Book a chat with Andrew:

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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller speaks with João Marques, founder and CEO of Oscar, a fast-growing European startup on a mission to reinvent the way home services are delivered.

Oscar is tackling a massive and underserved market—on-demand home repairs, cleaning, and maintenance—and João shares the full story behind how he’s turning a fragmented industry into a streamlined experience, one city at a time.

João walks us through the early stages of building Oscar from scratch, what it takes to build trust with both users and service providers, and why execution—not just ideas—makes or breaks a startup.

We go deep on:

Hiring and building a resilient, performance-driven team

How to identify and activate your core growth markets

Oscar’s unique approach to influencer marketing in traditionally offline sectors

Founder branding, and why customers buy into people, not just platforms

Strategies for scaling city-by-city without sacrificing quality or trust

Paid media, saturation signals, and launching with intent

Whether you're building a marketplace, launching in Europe, or trying to grow a team under pressure, this episode delivers hard-earned advice from a founder who's doing it the right way—by learning, testing, and never cutting corners.

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