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Up ArrowUp Arrow Podcast | Forget Funnels: The Wildest Growth Hack Is To Build a Town With Al DoanAlan (Al) Doan is the Co-founder of Missouri Star Quilt Company, which offers a selection of precut and quilt fabrics. After building and shutting down a consumer finance app, he partnered with his sister and mother to transform a small quilting operation into a thriving e-commerce and brick-and-mortar business. Al is also the Chairman of the Board at Creativity, Inc., a creative commerce holding company that includes quilt, yarn, and art companies, and is an investor and mentor in small-town revitalization and creative ventures.
In this episode…
Many brands are rethinking how they grow, shifting fo...
2025-10-211h 21
Up Arrow PodcastForget Funnels: The Wildest Growth Hack Is To Build a Town With Al DoanAlan (Al) Doan is the Co-founder of Missouri Star Quilt Company, which offers a selection of precut and quilt fabrics. After building and shutting down a consumer finance app, he partnered with his sister and mother to transform a small quilting operation into a thriving e-commerce and brick-and-mortar business. Al is also the Chairman of the Board at Creativity, Inc., a creative commerce holding company that includes quilt, yarn, and art companies, and is an investor and mentor in small-town revitalization and creative ventures. In this episode… Many brands are rethinking how they grow, shifting foc...
2025-10-211h 21
The World According To Mr BobS03E05 - The Transcontinental Railroad - The World According To Mr BobThe World According To Mr BobS03 E05The Transcontinental RailroadLearn and laugh as you join Mr Bob and travel back in time to 1869 in Utah for the the "Golden Spike" hammering to commemorate the completion of The Transcontinental Railroad.Characters: (In Order of Appearance)-Bob Staniszewski, M.Ed is Mr Bob-Alan Harris plays Bernie the Bartender-Mark Pinsky as Leland Stanford-Daniel Latch is Billy Joe-Daniel Doan is AngusMusic:“Rag Time Time” - Doug Maxwell Media Right Productions (YouTube Audio Library Lice...
2025-08-0412 min
Hasan Minhaj Doesn't KnowWhat's Wrong With The Democrats? with Senator Chris MurphyHasan sits down with his home state’s senator, Chris Murphy, to talk about why Democrats keep fumbling the ball, whether America is becoming an oligarchy (or already was one), and how broad Democrats should make their tent: All Lives Matter broad? Or like… R.Kelly broad? Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Hasan Minhaj Co-Creator & Executive Producer: Prashanth Venkataramanujam Executive Producer/Director: Tyler Babin Executive Producer/Showrunner: Scott Vrooman Cinematographer: Austin Morales Producer: Kayla Feng Talent Coordinator: Tanya Somanader Audio Engineer: Alan Kudan
2025-02-1927 min
The Connected PodcastAverage CEO compensation across listed P&C (re)insurers and brokers rose by 17%Welcome to The Connected Podcast: Navigating the Dynamic Insurance EcosystemIn this insightful series of The Connected Patch, we delve deep into the ever-evolving world of insurance, examining key trends, challenges, and innovations that are shaping the industry. Each episode is crafted to bring professionals and enthusiasts up-to-date insights from various facets of the insurance ecosystem. Episode Highlights: CEO Compensation and Operational Efficiencies: We kick off with a critical analysis of CEO compensations where we've seen an average increase of 17% in 2023. Evan Greenberg of Chubb tops these metrics with a staggering $27.7 million pa...
2024-06-2710 min
The Andrew Faris PodcastTaylor Holiday Says You MUST Grow Your BusinessIt's a pod colab! Today on the show, The Ecommerce Playbook and The Andrew Faris Podcast join forces for a longer, wider-ranging, in-person conversation with Common Thread Collective's CEO and DTC super-genius Taylor Holiday.
Among the topics covered:
Do you really HAVE to grow your business?
The case for negative CAC (i.e. YOU GET PAID to acquire customers)
My ongoing defense of the longform explainer
And much more. Enjoy!
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2024-04-162h 03
Venture CapitalVC Conversation with Alan Doan (He Created The Disneyland Of Quilting)In this lively episode of the Venture Capital podcast, hosts Jon Bradshaw and Peter Harris welcome Alan Doan for an engaging conversation about entrepreneurship, branding, and the unique challenges of building a successful business in the quilting industry.Alan shares his journey from humble beginnings to building a thriving company that has become a household name in the quilting community. He discusses the importance of branding and how his company has managed to create a loyal customer base through its unique approach to marketing and customer engagement.The conversation delves into the challenges of scaling...
2024-04-161h 07
Ecommerce Playbook: Numbers, Struggles & GrowthUnlocking the Secret: You MUST Grow Your BusinessWelcome back to another episode of the eCommerce Playbook Podcast! Today we dive deep into the fascinating world of marketing economics with CTC alumni Andrew Faris. Join us as we explore the concept of Negative Customer Acquisition Costs (CAC) and how it's revolutionizing the way businesses approach customer acquisition.
In this episode, we discuss the idea of getting paid to acquire customers through strategic content creation. We explore real-world examples, including the innovative tactics used by successful businesses like Missouri Quilt Co. and others, who have turned their marketing expenses into profit centers.
2024-04-161h 59Ecommerce Playbook: Numbers, Struggles & GrowthGrowing Profitability ft. Alan Doan of Missouri Quilt CoWelcome back to another episode of the E-Commerce Playbook Podcast! Today's episode is one for the books, featuring a guest who needs no introduction other than "your mom's favorite." Yes, you heard that right, it's none other than Alan Doan, co-founder of the Missouri Star Quilt Company, a.k.a Dr. Bill Nye on Twitter!
In this episode, Alan shares the fascinating journey behind the Missouri Star Quilt Company, from its humble beginnings to becoming the world's largest quilt shop, with over a hundred million in revenue annually and a whopping 400 employees! But what sets them apart isn't just...
2024-04-0244 min
NHL @TheRinkAlan May joins; Playoff & Awards races, Surging Predators, Mailbag: Flyers hanging on, Josh Doan's debutDan and Shawn are joined by Alan May (21:00). May, the rinkside and studio analyst for Capitals' games on NBC Sports Washington, discussed Ovechkin clearing his mind on a trip to Dubai over All-Star Weekend, the impact of first-year coach Spencer Carbery, Charlie Lindgren's ascent to being Washington's No. 1 goalie, the leadership of the veterans in the room and how the young players are taking ownership of their role in Washington's surge toward playoff contention. The guys hit on a number of other topics around the NHL, including why the Nashville Predators are surging, if the Philadelphia Flyers can hang onto...
2024-03-2750 min
Huynh Doan's Podcast# 4. Chuỗi Ngọc Mân Côi - Chân Phước Alan de La Roche và kinh mân côiMời anh chị nghe Cha Khánh trình bày về Kinh Mân Côi
2024-03-1807 min
Trương Doãn ThịnhBí Mật Phan Thiên Ân - Bí Mật Người Giàu Nhất Thế Gian | Tờ Kinh 7Bạn có biết rằng tiếng cười là một trong những bí quyết để thành công và hạnh phúc không?
Trong cuốn sách Bí Mật Của Phan Thiên Ân, tác giả Alan Phan đã phóng tác lại những bài học về tinh thần, tâm linh và trí tuệ từ cuốn sách Người bán hàng vĩ đại nhất thế giới của Og Mandino.
Cuốn sách này được viết dưới dạng mười tờ kinh, mỗi tờ kinh là một nguyên lý, một định luậ...
2023-08-2105 minTrương Doãn ThịnhBí Mật Phan Thiên Ân - Bí Mật Người Giàu Nhất Thế Gian | Tờ Kinh 2Bạn có muốn biết bí quyết cao lớn nhất cho mọi thành công trong doanh nghiệp?
Bạn có muốn biết cách thức để mở rộng trái tim và tâm hồn của mình?
Bạn có muốn biết cách thức để kết nối với tất cả mọi người bằng cặp mắt của yêu thương?
Nếu câu trả lời là có, hãy cùng đọc tờ kinh số 2 của Bí mật Phan Thiên Ân, cuốn sách được tiến sĩ Ala...
2023-08-1206 min
Trương Doãn ThịnhBí Mật Phan Thiên Ân - Bí Mật Người Giàu Nhất Thế Gian | Tờ Kinh 1Bí mật Phan Thiên Ân của tác giả Alan Phan, phóng tác theo cuốn Người Bán Hàng Vĩ Đại Nhất Thế Gian của Og Mandino
Cuốn sách này là một tổng hợp những bài học tinh thần, trí tuệ của doanh nhân thành đạt Phan Thiên Ân, người đã từng trải qua nhiều thăng trầm trong cuộc sống và đã vượt qua chúng bằng sức mạnh của tư duy tích cực. Cuốn sách này không chỉ nói về cách làm giàu về v...
2023-08-1108 min
Smart FriendsI’m Building an Early-Stage Fund with Al Doan and Bo Fishback (Rolling Fun #1)Links: Rolling.FunAlan DoanBo FishbackAirtaskerLambda Additional Episodes If You Enjoyed: Chris Powers: Starting a Real Estate Empire at 17, Focus, Podcast FlywheelsShane Mac: Building Messaging Protocol for Web3 (XMTP), Company Culture, and Scaling Trust To support this costs of producing this podcast: >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanak: www.navalmanack.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage >...
2022-03-081h 42
Liberty Flames PodcastLiberty Player Profile (Cross Country Heather Zealand and Calli Doan)Alan York chats with Liberty women's cross country runner Calli Doan and coach Heather Zealand
2021-10-0115 min
Artist Decoded by YoshinoOn Their Sundance Short Film "Raspberry" with Julian Doan x Raymond Lee | AD 192 www.patreon.com/artistdecoded Julian Doan is a second-generation Vietnamese American filmmaker. He enjoys exploring the uncomfortable corners of our existence through awkward, yet heartfelt comedy. His past projects include the sentient zombie digital series "Everyone I Love Is Dead". He is currently working on the editorial team of HBO's "In Treatment". He loves the great outdoors and looks forward to seeing a Vietnamese American film renaissance in his lifetime. He is thrilled to be premiering "Raspberry" at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival and is beyond thankful for the stunning cast and crew who all brought this...
2021-02-1049 min
MCTV Network's Community VoicesThe Spark with Junia Doan | Alan MetcalfWelcome to MCTV's Community Voices Podcast. This episode of The Spark with Junia Doan is presented by Sandy O'Keefe. Junia's guest for this episode is Alan Metcalf. For more information about Midland Community Television or how you can make your own program, visit us at cityofmidlandmi.gov/mctv or call us at 989-837-3474. The views expressed in this program don't necessarily reflect those of Midland Community Television or City of Midland.
2020-11-0229 min
Innovation and Leadership w/ Jess Larsen#79 Getting Sales started through YouTube - Alan DoanAlan Doan gives insight on how the best way to start sales is sitting right in front of you
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2016-07-2130 min
Innovation and Leadership w/ Jess Larsen#78 Exposing your Vulnerability as a Strength rather than a Weakness - Alan DoanCo-Founder of one of the largest quilt industries, Alan Doan, shares why our vulnerability makes us a better leader.
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2016-07-2024 min
Jeremy DoanFaded- Alan Walker (Piano)Faded is cool. Here's the piano vers. Link: https://musescore.com/user/7789156/scores/1790306
2016-05-0503 min
Talking Business NowNational Award Winning Company Bringing Jobs & Hope to Small Town AmericaWhat started out as a creative way to help his parents in their retirement has turned into an international, award winning business. Alan Doan Co-founder along with his sister Sarah Galbraith of Missouri Star Quilt Company talks about the inception of the company in 2008 and how it's grown to where it is today, including the most recent honor. Alan and his sister Sarah were named as the National 2015 Small Business Persons of the year. The award is presented each spring as part of the U.S. Small Business Administration's National Small Business Week. In addition to growing his business, Alan and...
2015-06-0128 min
Talking Business NowSmall Rural Town Sees New Life Thanks to Missouri Star Quilt Company's SuccessWhat started out as a creative way to help his parents in their retirement has turned into an international, award winning business. Alan Doan Co-founder along with his sister Sarah Galbraith of Missouri Star Quilt Company talks about the inception of the company in 2008 and how it's grown to where it is today, including the most recent honor. Alan and his sister Sarah were named as the National 2015 Small Business Persons of the year. The award is presented each spring as part of the U.S. Small Business Administration's National Small Business Week.
In addition to growing his business, Alan and...
2015-05-2928 min