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Founders' ForumBeyond the Darkness: Sam Maddula's Journey from Blindness to Multimillion-Dollar SuccessWhat happens when life's greatest challenges lead to extraordinary success? Sam Maddula, Pharm.D, a healthcare entrepreneur and philanthropist, shares his remarkable journey—from growing up in an impoverished village in India to building a multimillion-dollar specialty pharmacy.Born legally blind, Sam’s life was transformed by sight-saving surgery, reshaping his worldview and fueling his drive. His family’s immigration struggles and educational challenges deepened his empathy, which became the foundation for Banks Apothecary (later Altruix), a pharmacy serving underserved communities.By focusing on patient care and hiring overlooked talent, Sam grew the company to $300 millio...2025-04-3028 minFounders' ForumHow David Lopez Turned $500K Into $6.5M—During a Global CrisisIn this episode, David Lopez, founder of DL Metal Design, shares his entrepreneurial journey, revealing how he turned challenges into opportunities. Co-hosted by Sam Maddula Pharm.D, this conversation highlights David’s path from a beamline operator to business owner.David’s first business, a failed Quiznos franchise, became a $100K lesson that fueled his drive in the metal industry. Despite launching DL Metal Design in January 2020 amidst the pandemic, his lean startup model allowed him to thrive as industries recovered. By 2024, David projects $10-12 million in revenue, overcoming a 40% drop in 2023.David’s proactive respon...2025-04-2327 min