this week, read receipt features casey, founder of hakea, a swimwear brand designed for those who crave style and functionality. casey discusses her journey from working as a graphic designer to building a brand that aligns with her vision for life: dynamic, adventurous, and connected to the ocean. she shares the importance of taking risks, why balancing creativity and practicality is critical, and how embracing bold ideas can be the ultimate key to success.

on this episode of read receipt, i chat with joe, founder of cured nutrition, a company redefining health and wellness through natural supplements. joe’s journey began in aerospace engineering but took a sharp turn after a life-changing moment with a therapist. now, seven years into his entrepreneurial career, he’s built a multimillion-dollar brand while navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. joe shares insights on overcoming personal struggles, focusing on what truly matters, and staying resilient in the face of challenges.

this week on read receipt, i sit down with dami zeke, the founder of innerwork, a wellness brand born out of her personal health struggles and a mission to make supplements healthier and more accessible. dami’s journey—from overcoming intense challenges to building a second business with unwavering faith and resilience—offers inspiration for anyone navigating setbacks. her story proves that with determination and intention, you can rebuild stronger.

lauren scott dovey is the founder and creative force behind heat healer, a wellness brand that’s turning heads with products like the sauna blanket and lymphatic drainage wearables. in this episode, lauren talks about growing her business from sydney, australia, to a global stage, her intentional approach to product development, and the balance of intuition and data in decision-making. whether you're a wellness enthusiast or an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is packed with insights.

julianna’s journey is one of reinvention. from starting her nail polish brand fresh out of college to pivoting into the booming world of nail art stickers, she’s built a business that blends creativity with connection. in this episode, julianna dives into what it’s like to bootstrap a dtc brand, her decision to ditch wholesale, and the joy of creating art-driven products that resonate with her audience.

john thorp and buzz turned an ordinary water bottle into an extraordinary innovation with aeroflow, the first portable sparkling water system. in this episode, they discuss their unique approach to product development, overcoming regulatory challenges, and creating a sustainable product that’s both practical and planet-friendly. from scrappy beginnings to building their own manufacturing facility, this is a story of resilience, creativity, and redefining what’s possible in hydration.

quilt is bringing innovation to one of the most overlooked aspects of modern living: heating and cooling. lizz shares how her team is leveraging cutting-edge technology, government incentives, and thoughtful branding to make heat pumps the go-to choice for sustainable, efficient home comfort. with a focus on customer experience, quilt is reshaping the hvac industry, turning climate action into a practical, stylish upgrade.

haley weidenbaum, founder of everhem, walks us through her journey from an overwhelmed interior designer to the innovative entrepreneur behind a custom window treatment company. learn how she and her husband bootstrapped the business, developed a customer-focused model, and balanced scaling operations while maintaining craftsmanship. discover the surprising challenges of running a hybrid e-commerce and service-based business, and haley's strategies for staying connected to her customers and the design world.

jennie yoon, founder of kinn, shares her remarkable journey from corporate safety to entrepreneurial success. from learning the ropes at a startup to launching her own brand, she delves into the power of storytelling, staying close to customers, and what it takes to scale with intention. listen in for her strategies on community building, balancing growth with purpose, and lessons learned from launching a flagship store.

james barry, founder of pluck, joins sean to talk about the surprising benefits of organ meats and how he’s turning them into a pantry staple. they discuss the challenges of scaling a mission-driven food business, the importance of making health effortless, and why authenticity and community-building are critical in today’s entrepreneurial landscape.