In 1996, Alissa Leinonen refinanced her Jeep for four thousand dollars in cash, which she then used as seed funding to found her catering business, Gourmondo. On opening day, she made a total of $36 in sales. Fast-forward nearly three decades, and Gourmondo has grown to become one of the most well-known and successful catering companies in the greater Seattle area. So how did Alissa transform her business from scrappy to strategic? Listen to her story to find out.

To learn more about Gourmondo, visit www.gourmondoco.com or follow them on Instagram: @gourmondoco.

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Breaking into golf courses. Skateboarding down steep hills. Jumping off of swing sets. These are the moments that a teenaged John Keatley captured on a 35mm roll of film, a series of photos that would ultimately define the trajectory of his life and career. John’s story is a testament to the power of creativity, persistence, and believing in oneself.

To learn more about John Keatley and to view his work, visit www.johnkeatley.com or follow him on Instagram: @johnkeatley.

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Nobody knows the ups and downs of founding a company like Meghan Higney, the driving force behind the revolutionary footwear brand Message, which Fast Company calls, “the Birkenstock for athleisure.” From the humble beginnings of an idea to the launch of her business, Meghan shares her inspiring journey of building her brand from the ground up.

To learn more about Message, visit www.wearmessage.com or follow them on Instagram: @wearmessage.

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Growing up, one of the things Ambika Singh looked forward to when it came to her annual family reunion was trading clothes with her cousin. Years later, she turned that same passion and excitement for sharing clothes into a nationwide movement. Through her subscription-based clothing rental company Armoire, Ambika is reshaping the fashion industry, offering a simpler and more responsible approach to shopping, all while helping people “conquer the world… [and] look damn good doing it.”

To learn more about Armoire, visit www.armoire.style or follow them on Instagram: @armoire.style.

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What is it really like to take your business from scrappy to strategic? And how do you do it? On the MiiR X Podcast, MiiR cofounders Rebecca and Bryan Papé connect with business leaders, creators, and changemakers who have faced it all, bringing the energy and insights of MiiR X events straight to your living room, car, or office — all year round.

Tune into Season 1: "Behind the Journey." New episodes coming in 2024.

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