On this episode of PitchYourStartup, host Bob Shami talks with Kris Zietarski, the visionary founder behind ROSA FORTIS, a fashion startup determined to redefine how women dress for their lives. Kris takes us through his remarkable journey from launching a brand in Poland to securing $1.3 million in funding and scaling into the U.S. market. He shares hard-won lessons about manufacturing locally and globally, building customer loyalty through small batch exclusivity, and why fashion needs more substance—not just style. This episode is packed with insights on e-commerce strategies, influencer marketing, and the value of doing more with less. Whether you're in fashion or fintech, Kris’s story of brand-building and bold vision will resonate.

Visit our guest’s website: https://rosafortis.com/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kzietarski/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami talks with Victoria Oros, founder and CEO of YouKeeps, a rising AI startup focused on revolutionizing executive assistance. Victoria shares the entrepreneurial journey behind YouKeeps—how she identified the gap in business coordination, bootstrapped the company, and gained early traction with 46 clients and 2,400 users. Learn how YouKeeps integrates with workplace communication tools, why it’s built for scalability, and how the Microsoft for Startups program has accelerated their growth. Whether you're a founder, innovator, or future-focused leader, this episode is packed with insight on productivity, passion, and building with purpose.

Visit our guest’s website: https://youkeeps.com/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaoros/ or [email protected]

In this powerful episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Nick Lewis, CFL Hall of Famer and CEO of AOSports, to unpack his remarkable journey from small-town athlete to successful entrepreneur. Nick opens up about the inspiration behind AOSports—a platform designed to empower athletes through ownership, branding, and community engagement.

Listeners will gain insights into the critical importance of financial literacy in sports, the value of mentorship, and the role of storytelling in building a personal and professional brand. Nick also shares the hard truths of bootstrapping a startup, the lessons he’s learned from failure, and how fear became his greatest motivator.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, athlete, or sports media professional, this episode offers actionable advice and a compelling vision for the future of athlete entrepreneurship.

Visit our guest’s website: https://www.aosports.tv/WP2/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nik-lewis-321543141/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami talks with Dan Gudkov, founder and CEO of Dodocs.ai—an AI-driven platform automating the processing of financial documents. Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey, from early ventures and failed augmented reality experiments to founding Dodocs.ai. Learn how a strategic pivot toward developer tools reshaped the company’s future, the challenges of raising capital in a tough market, and the core lessons Dan’s picked up along the way—resilience, open-mindedness, and the courage to pivot. Whether you're building your first startup or looking to refine your pitch, this episode is full of sharp insights and real talk.

Visit our guest’s website: https://dodocs.ai/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniilgudkov/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Duke Moran, co-founder of Tuttii, the innovative app simplifying music remixing for creators. Duke shares the inspiration behind Tuttii, its journey from ideation to product launch, and how the app empowers artists to collaborate, remix, and generate new revenue streams. With seamless integration into platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Tuttii is redefining how content creators interact with music. The conversation highlights the importance of licensing in the modern music industry, the technology behind audio separation, and the role of community feedback in shaping the app. 

💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just curious about the world of startups, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration. Don’t miss it! 🎧

Visit our guest’s website: https://tuttii.io/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duke-moran/ or [email protected]

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Gregorio Torres, co-founder and CEO of UniSound, a music licensing platform redefining the industry. Gregorio shares his journey from music production to tech entrepreneurship, explaining how UniSound streamlines licensing for music catalogs and connects music supervisors with the right tracks. The conversation explores how AI is shaping the licensing landscape, the rising demand for sync deals, and why human connection remains essential in music. Plus, Gregorio discusses UniSound’s future innovations, funding journey, and opportunities for collaboration.

💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just curious about the world of startups, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration. Don’t miss it! 🎧

Visit our guest’s website: https://www.unisound.io/

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoriotorres/

In this episode of Pitch Your Startup, host Bob Shami sits down with Trevor Skene, CEO and co-founder of Patent Hacks. Trevor shares his fascinating journey from patent examiner to entrepreneur, building a platform that simplifies the patent process for startups. He dives into the challenges founders face when securing intellectual property, the importance of market validation, and how securing patents can significantly impact funding opportunities. From practical advice to inspiring insights, Trevor offers a blueprint for protecting innovation and navigating the patent landscape. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to fuel your startup journey.

Cihan Fuat Atkin, CEO of XCINEX Corporation, shares how his company is revolutionizing entertainment by merging live events and streaming. Learn about their groundbreaking ticketing model, expansion plans, and vision for a more inclusive entertainment landscape in this must-listen episode of Pitch Your Startup.

Join Pitch Your Startup as Isaac Were, CEO of Zimba Technologies, shares his incredible journey from orphan to entrepreneur. Discover how his platform is transforming microfinance in Uganda, bridging gaps for small businesses, and reshaping financial technology in Africa.

Contact our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-were/

In this episode of PitchYourStartup, Bob Shami chats with Jonathan Oudekerk, CEO of Traxs, about empowering artists, creating equitable revenue models, and reshaping the music streaming landscape. Discover how Tracks is giving artists control over their music and data while enhancing fan relationships.