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Wenbin Fang's Podcast PlaylistERP Explained w/ GoodDay's Kyle Hency Podcast: The Unofficial Shopify Podcast (LS 50 · TOP 0.5% what is this?)Episode: ERP Explained w/ GoodDay's Kyle HencyPub date: 2026-02-10Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationFor most direct-to-consumer brands, the term "ERP" evokes dread. Six-month implementations. Six-figure costs. Software built for factories, not Shopify stores. Kyle Hency experienced that pain firsthand. He scaled Chubbies Shorts past $100 million in revenue, and along the way, his "sophisticated" spreadsheet system (built by a former banker) completely fell apart. The breaking point? When Nordstrom called wanting to sto...
2026-02-1038 min
The Unofficial Shopify PodcastERP Explained w/ GoodDay's Kyle HencyFor most direct-to-consumer brands, the term "ERP" evokes dread. Six-month implementations. Six-figure costs. Software built for factories, not Shopify stores. Kyle Hency experienced that pain firsthand. He scaled Chubbies Shorts past $100 million in revenue, and along the way, his "sophisticated" spreadsheet system (built by a former banker) completely fell apart. The breaking point? When Nordstrom called wanting to stock Chubbies, and his team realized they had no infrastructure to even accept the order. That painful lesson led Hency to raise $13.5 million for GoodDay Software, an ERP designed from day one for Shopify merchants. In this episode, we demystify what...
2026-02-1038 min
Honest EcommerceInspiring Trust by Perfecting the Post-Purchase Journey | Eugene Chew | BikesOnline.comEugene Chew is the Global Chief Operating Officer at BikesOnline.com, a leading direct-to-consumer cycling retailer in the U.S. and Australia and the exclusive distributor of Polygon and Superior bikes.From the early days of the internet to scaling a global Ecommerce operation, Eugene has built a career at the intersection of creativity, data, and operational excellence. Before joining BikesOnline, he led digital transformation as Chief Digital Officer at J. Walter Thompson (WPP) and served as Greater China Regional Head at Lion (Kirin).At BikesOnline, Eugene and his team are redefining what it means...
2025-10-0648 min
The Orita PodcastNo Signals, No Safety Net: How Founders Make Risky Decisions Anyway, with Kyle Bertin & Yaw AningHow do you make smart decisions when there’s almost no feedback telling you if you’re right?That’s the challenge Kyle Hency (Good Day) and Yaw Aning (Malomo) are facing as they build their companies—one in logistics and operations, the other in post-purchase customer experience.Kyle built Chubbies by launching products fast, testing, and iterating. But with enterprise software? It’s two years of building before he even knows if he got it right. No fast signals, no obvious feedback loops—just long-term bets with no safety net.Meanwhile, Yaw has spent the last few years turning the...
2025-03-1938 minThe Orita PodcastHow to Make Big Bets When You Have No Idea If You’re Right, with Kyle Hency and Rishabh JainIn this episode, Aaron Schwartz (Orita.ai), Rishabh (Fermat), and Kyle Hency (GoodDay Software) have a candid conversation about their entrepreneurial journeys, building companies, and navigating the evolving commerce tech landscape. They discuss their approaches to team building, hiring strategies, and the impact of AI on business operations.Timestamps: 00:48 - Introductions and background of all three founders 06:00 - Rishabh explains why he started Fermat and being "wrong about everything" 09:23 - Kyle discusses his transition from Chubbies to founding GoodDay Software 17:24...
2025-03-1252 min
Honest EcommerceEcommerce Edge: Resilient Growth and Authentic Branding | Kyle Hency | Chubbies | Bonus EpisodeKyle Hency brings years of entrepreneurial expertise to the world of ecommerce and operational efficiency. He is the Co-Founder and former CEO of Chubbies, Co-Founder at Loop Returns, and now Co-Founder & CEO of GoodDay Software, where he’s redefining ERPs for modern Shopify brands.Kyle’s experience spans building beloved DTC brands to scaling SaaS solutions. His time at Chubbies and Loop Returns has equipped him with unparalleled insights into brand growth, team leadership, and operational optimization.With a passion for empowering businesses, Kyle specializes in creating tools that streamline processes, boost resilience, and help bran...
2025-01-0930 min
Talk CommerceInnovating ERP Solutions for Small Brands with Kyle HencyIn this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Kyle Hency, CEO of GoodDay Software, who shares insights from his journey as a co-founder of Chubbies and his current mission to innovate ERP solutions for small brands. The conversation explores the operational challenges brands face today, the evolution of client expectations in technology, and the unique entrepreneurial environment in Austin, Texas. Kyle emphasizes the importance of building accessible tools for brands and the impact of AI on brand building, while also looking ahead to trends for the upcoming holiday season.takeawaysKyle Hency is the...
2024-12-3132 min
Ecommerce Coffee Break – The Ecom Marketing & Sales PodcastHow to Build and Scale a DTC Brand to a 9-Figure Exit — Kyle Hency | How to Grow a Business With Friends, Why Focusing on Your Strengths Leads to E-commerce Success, Why Inventory Management is Crucial, How AI Revolutionizes Inventory Management (#355)Enjoying the Ecommerce Coffee Break Podcast? Here are a few ways to grow your business: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/level-up/ --- In this episode, we explore how Chubbies grew to nine figures in revenue before being acquired. Kyle Hency, co-founder of Chubbies and now CEO of gooddaysoftware.com, shares his entrepreneurial journey from investment analyst to successful brand builder. Kyle discusses the challenges of scaling a DTC brand, the importance of inventory management, and how this experience led him to create Good Day Software, an alternative ERP solution designed specifically for growing Shopify merchants.
2024-12-0227 min
The Unofficial Shopify PodcastMeet $100M+ Chubbies Co-Founder Kyle Hency“I’m a builder. I want to be building a team, building an exceptional product, and competing every day.”Kyle Hency had a simple goal: create a brand that speaks authentically to men like him. What started as a fun idea among friends quickly grew into Chubbies, a $100M+ brand known for its short shorts and unapologetic personality. In this episode, Kyle reflects on the early days of experimenting with marketing, the challenges of scaling, and the unexpected lessons learned along the way. We explore how he transitioned from building Chubbies to co-founding Loop Returns, and now, his la...
2024-10-0146 min
The Unofficial TikTok Shop Podcast with Jordan WestEp 587: Co-Founder Of Chubbies - How To Scale Operations in 2024 with Kyle Hency, GoodDay SoftwareSend us a textThe challenges of managing expansive inventories and supply chains, and how Good Day simplifies these complexities for larger brands moving away from spreadsheet-based operations. In this episode, Jordan West with guest Kyle Hensey, co-founder and former CEO of Chubbies, now a pioneer in e-commerce solutions with Good Day Software. Kyle shares his insights on the Pendulum Effect in business trends, emphasizing the importance of preparing for aggressive growth in the next few years while ensuring strong unit economics. Listen and le...
2024-09-2633 min
eCommerce Fastlane: Shopify Growth Strategies—Where AI Efficiency Meets Human ConnectionBreaking ERP Barriers: GoodDay OS Delivers Simplicity And Scale For ShopifyWelcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Kyle Hency, the Co-founder, CEO of GoodDay.In this episode, Kyle shares how GoodDay OS is shaking up the ERP world. Unlike traditional systems, GoodDay OS fits right into Shopify’s admin panel. This makes it super easy for business owners to use, without the headaches of complex software.We chat about why connecting different ERP systems can be tricky. Kyle explains how GoodDay works smoothly with Shopify and other tools you might use. This means less hassle for you and...
2024-07-0131 min
Ecommerce Playbook: Numbers, Struggles & GrowthGrowing Profitability ft. Kyle Hency of GoodDay SoftwareWelcome to another episode of the eCommerce Playbook Podcast! Today, Taylor is joined by Kyle Hency, co-founder of Chubbies and CEO of GoodDay Software. They dive into Kyle’s journey from Chubbies to Loop Returns and now GoodDay Software, sharing invaluable insights on:
Building and scaling Chubbies, a leading ecommerce brand
Creating Loop Returns to solve operational challenges
The importance of effective inventory management
Introducing GoodDay Software, a game-changer in ERP solutions
Kyle discusses the critical role of data integrity in making better inventory decisions, enhancing operational efficiency, and op...
2024-05-2342 min
Knowing Faith#31 – There’s No Such Thing as 2 SamuelThis season, Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley will be talking a lot about 2 Samuel. This episode is an introduction to the book—why we’re talking about it, what it’s about and why we should care.Questions Covered in This Episode:Why are we talking about 2 Samuel?What is 2 Samuel?What are some of the megathemes of 2 Samuel?Who are the major characters?What is the main question in 2 Samuel?What is the role of God in the book of 2 Samuel?Why shouldn’t I skip 2 Samuel in my bible reading plan?Resource...
2019-02-1435 minKnowing Faith#24 – Don’t Even Look at It with Kelsey HencyJen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley are joined by Kelsey Hency, Editor in Chief of Fathom Magazine and Bible teacher, to talk about the Ark of the Covenant. They look at what it is, why it exists and its relationship to the presence of God. Questions Covered in This Episode:What’s the big deal with the ark? What is it? Why is it? How is it?Does the ark have magical power? Is this a Harry Potter situation? Why are the Philistines afraid about the presence of the ark?What is the relationship between the...
2018-10-2535 min
Loose Threads — Inside the new consumer economyShort Shorts and Long Attention Spans — with Kyle Hency of ChubbiesThe Guest: Chubbies
Edited by George Drake, Jr.
Music by Lucas Brahme
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The Loose Threads Podcast explores the intersection of consumer, retail and commerce. Hosted by Richie Siegel, the founder of Loose Threads, each episode features an in-depth conversation with one guest about their founding story and how it fits into the current state of the industry. Guests come from all different backgrounds, spanning the...
2017-10-1800 min