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In this episode, Rowan Mockler, co-founder of Ekho, shares his journey from growing up in South Africa to pioneering the future of online vehicle sales. Rowan discusses the inception of Ekho, a platform aimed at digitizing and streamlining vehicle transactions for dealers and OEMs. The conversation delves into Rowan's early life, his passion for technology, and how his experience in product management and public speaking helped shape his entrepreneurial journey. The episode also explores challenges faced in the automotive and power sports industries, the role of Ekho in solving these issues, and the transformative potential of their technology. Additionally, Rowan provides insights into the fundraising process, partnerships, and the vision for Ekho’s future impact on the market.

00:00 Introduction to Rowan Mockler

00:58 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:33 Icebreaker Questions

07:18 Rowan's Early Life in South Africa

10:37 Academic Journey and Influences

13:19 Public Speaking and Competitions

15:38 College Life and Early Ventures

22:12 Building Ekho: The Origin Story

28:39 Challenges in Building Ekho

31:50 Navigating Legal and Regulatory Hurdles

33:30 Navigating DMV Complexities

34:20 Interstate Sales and Tax Challenges

36:51 Ekho’s Early Days and First Clients

40:54 Building a Dealer-Friendly Platform

43:21 Fundraising Success and Strategic Partnerships

46:55 Ekho’s Impact on the Power Sports Industry

52:19 Future Vision and Industry Challenges

55:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

Connect with Rowan:
Website: https://www.ekho.com/
Email: [email protected]

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