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Behind the StaysFrom Pilot to Expansion: How Arcana is Scaling a Nature-Driven Hospitality Brand
Meet Jeremy Hill, Co-Founder and CEO of Arcana — a next generation nature resort complete with seasonally immersive science-based experiences that help guests feel nature’s true restorative powers.
In this return episode, Jeremy shares what’s changed (and what hasn’t), plus Arcana’s biggest leap yet: a newly acquired 56-acre property that gives the brand the zoning, septic capacity, and infrastructure required to scale — without diluting the Arcana promise.
In this conversation, Jeremy and I discuss:
How Arcana performed in the real world after launch (and why the early guests helped propel the waitlist)
Wh...
2026-02-1851 min
Photography is NothingPhotography Q&A - Photography is Nothing with Zach Dobson & Courtney McCrackenEpisode 23 - What focal length lens do you use for backstage photography? Do you ever use “silent shutter” mode? Do you use fixed focal length? Do you have insurance on all your cameras & gear?What do people who are actually from working class areas of England think of Martin Parr’s documentation of New Brighton?In this episode, we answer questions and read comments from viewers and talk about retiring the Mystery Zine. We also address some of the most common questions we’ve received in the 4 years of printing...
2026-02-1154 min
The Zach and Pat ShowSAVANNAH RAE: INDEPENDENT MUSIC, NASHVILLE, OPENING FOR MAJOR ACTS, BURNOT, BUILDING HER BRAND Howdy y'all! Today we are pleased to bring you straight outta Nashville - Ms. Savannah Rae! Savannah is an independent artist with a love for country music that began when she was a youth in Texas. With a firm work ethic and a heart that won't take no for an answer, Savannah has done an amazing job not only getting her name out there but also building her profile on social which in today's market means more than it ever has. Sit on down as we jawn about her love of George Strait, how to avoid industry burnout, and...
2025-12-161h 08
The Brand Called YouProject Management Made Practical: Zach Herman, Director, IT Project Management Office, UC San Diego HealthIn this enlightening episode of "The Brand Called You," host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Zach Herman, Director of IT Project Management Office at UC San Diego Health and author of "Project Management Made Practical." Zach shares his unconventional journey into project management, the transformative projects he's led—including a game-changing COVID-19 initiative—and his philosophy on what truly makes project management effective.Discover relatable and actionable insights on leadership, stakeholder management, technology tools, emotional intelligence, and practical advice for startups and small businesses.Zach’s real-world anecdotes highlight the importance of planning, communication, and ad...
2025-10-2925 min
Smarter Campus PodcastSpecial Edition: “The Other Side” – Sean Amaso Interviews Zach KinzlerThis special edition of the Smarter Campus Podcast flips the mic.In this crossover episode, Sean Amaso—student creative, AI skeptic, and host of the brand-new podcast The Other Side—takes the interviewer seat for his show’s very first episode... and his first guest is none other than Smarter Campus host, Zach Kinzler.Together, Sean and Zach dive deep into:Why balance—not blind adoption—matters when using AIThe true role of human agency in the age of generative techWhat we can learn from the past (like the story of ELIZA)Whether there’s such a thi...
2025-10-0647 min
Spidey-dude ExperienceUSM Reviews! BRAND NEW DAY UPDATES! Spidey gets CONCUSSED?! | Spideydude Experience Episode 132 Audio EditionZach, Ashley, Neil and Adam are back, talking about the casting of Marvin Jones III as Tombstone, Beyond the Spider-Verse’s release date is changing, and Tom Holland gets concussed! Books Discussed this Episode: Ultimate Spider-Man (2024) #21CREDITS:HOSTS: Zach Joiner, Adam Schingle, Neil Bogenrieder, and Ashley ReneeGRAPHICS BY: Neil BogenriederPRODUCER: Neil BogenriederEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Zach JoinerCO-FOUNDERS, SPIDEY-DUDE.COM: Zach and Dee JoinerCO-FOUNDERS: SPIDEYDUDE RADIO NETWORK: Zach Joiner & Joshua Lapin-Bertone Spidey-dude.com was created in 1998 as Spideydude’s Spider-Man Page, before becoming Spideydude.com, morphing into the current URL in 2011. The Spideydude Radio Network was established in 2009 with the creation of the Clon...
2025-09-2600 min
Spidey-dude ExperienceUltimate Spider-Man #19 Review, SDCC 2025, Brand New Day Updates | Spideydude Experience Ep. 129Dive into the latest Spideydude Experience episode from Spideydude Radio Network! Join Zach Joiner and the crew as they break down Ultimate Spider-Man #19, unpack major San Diego Comic-Con 2025 reveals, and discuss the stunning Brand New Day Spider-Man suit reveal. Plus, get the scoop on the latest casting news for upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Perfect for Spidey fans craving in-depth comic analysis and exclusive Marvel updates! Tune in now for your friendly neighborhood podcast fix. #SpiderMan #UltimateSpiderMan #SDCC2025 #BrandNewDay #MarvelComics CREDITS:HOSTS: Zach Joiner, Adam Schingle, Neil Bogenrieder, Greg Bishansky and Ashley ReneeGRAPHICS BY: Neil BogenriederPRODUCER: Neil BogenriederEXECUTIVE PRODUCER:......
2025-09-2300 min
Maximum ZachMusic Making and Acting | Rosita | Maximum Zach | #97Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach In this episode, Zach talks to multi-talented musician and actress Rosita! They talk about her brand-new EP TRIAL AND ERROR which is out now, being allergic to shellfish, the ghost of her grandma, and her new show American Gangsters: Trap Queens.Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosegottalents/________________________________________________________________________ Zach Holmes, AKA Zackass from Jackass Forever, is on a mission to become the most Maximum Zach he can be. To do so, he'll inte...
2025-09-1046 minThe Zach and Pat ShowBRI MUNNICH: Comedy, Switching Careers, Going Viral, Building Your Brand, Self Awareness, RoastsIn today's episode we are excited to bring you up and coming comedian - Bri Munnich! Bri's story begins in Chicago where she was raised as the youngest of five in a very traditional, religious home. After going to school and starting a career in cancer pathology while also having a side business baking cakes, one video about pea soup goes viral and Bri's brand in comedy started to build itself. Having experience in vitality and even headlining multiple shows and venues, Bri is living proof that when you invest in yourself and your brand and are willing to...
2025-09-021h 24
Handling the HeatBrand Director: Maya GeschwindMaya Geschwind, Brand Director at TSC Hospitality, joins us to share her journey from back-of-house prep kitchens in LA to steering one of London’s most respected hospitality groups - all with a hands-on approach that spans culinary execution, strategy, and leadership.
We talk about growing up in the kitchen, working every restaurant role from lobster prep to high-volume host, and how she earned her “hospitality degree” through lived experience. Maya reflects on moving from the U.S. to the U.K., the cultural contrasts in operations, and how to keep quality and humility at the cor...
2025-08-1234 min
SacTown Marketing MavericksBoost Your Local Brand: Effective Digital Marketing Tactics for Sacramento BusinessesIn this episode of SacTown Marketing Mavericks, we dive into the world of digital marketing with a focus on strategies that can truly elevate your local brand in Sacramento. Tailored specifically for small to medium-sized businesses, such as dental practices, personal injury law firms, med spas, and restaurants, we explore actionable tactics that can improve your online presence. Discover the power of SEO, social media, and newsletters in fostering customer engagement and building loyalty. Real-life case studies highlight success stories from local businesses that have effectively utilized these techniques to stand out in a competitive landscape. Join us for practical...
2025-07-2807 minMaximum ZachKittens Are Like Magicians | Eric of Meth Syndicate | Maximum Zach | #93Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach In this episode, Zach talks to Eric of the clothing brand Meth Syndicate! They chat about what it's like to own a clothing company, walking on sunshine, and inviting randos over to this house in the early days of the internet.Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/methsyndicate/________________________________________________________________________ Zach Holmes, AKA Zackass from Jackass Forever, is on a mission to become the most Maximum Zach he can be. To do so, he'll interview the bri...
2025-07-1653 minMaximum ZachDiscount Cemetery Safari | Spencer Dorsey - Discount Cemetery | Maximum Zach | #91Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach Zach sits down with Spencer Dorsey, the mastermind behind spooky streetwear brand Discount Cemetery, to dig up the origins of his haunted clothing empire. They swap thoughts on why Gary, Indiana feels like a liminal space between worlds, and geek out over the weird magic of horror movies on VHS. Spencer shares how facing your fears (via pranks, stand-up, stunts) is like a personal superpower—and maybe even good business. It’s a conversation full of nostalgia, inspiration, and just the right amount...
2025-07-021h 02Behind the StaysThe Art of Growing a Hotel Brand Without Losing the Magic: The Story of Salt HotelsI’ve long admired Salt Hotels — their properties, their presence, their ability to make the familiar feel completely new. So when I had the chance to sit down with David Bowd, the visionary behind the brand, I knew we were in for something special.
David’s story begins not in a boardroom or luxury suite, but in a small café his mother bought when he was a kid. It was there he discovered the energy of hospitality — the joy in unpredictability, the beauty of serving others, and the sense of belonging that would later shape his career.
We...
2025-06-2756 minBehind the StaysHow a Boutique Hotel Obsession Became a Global Travel Media Brand: The Story of Hotels Above ParWhat started as a furlough-era side project on Instagram is now a full-fledged media brand reaching over 400,000 boutique hotel obsessives — and Brandon Berkson, founder of Hotels Above Par, is just getting started.
In this episode, we dive into:
Brandon’s unshakable obsession with boutique hotels (he used to play hotel as a kid — not kidding)
How a background in PR shaped his approach to storytelling, strategy, and aesthetic curation
The origin story behind Hotels Above Par — and how a single Instagram caption became the launchpad for a globally respected travel media platform...
2025-05-3051 minBehind the StaysHow They're Building the Next Great American Hotel Brand: The Story of Trailborn with Co-Founders Mike & BenWhat happens when two childhood friends trade finance careers for a crack at building the next great American hotel brand? You get Trailborn.
In this episode, I sit down with Mike Weiss and Ben Weinberg, co-founders and co-CEOs of Trailborn — a vertically integrated hospitality brand reimagining what it means to travel to America’s most iconic outdoor destinations.
Mike and Ben didn’t just set out to build better hotels — they’re building an experience-driven brand from the ground up, one that actually reflects how modern travelers want to explore the wild. We unpack the white space they s...
2025-05-2352 min
Women in BrandBuilding your brand legacy with Oana LeonteFrom working at the biggest brands like Disney, Warner Bros., and PUMA, to founding her own platform and community Unmtchd, Oana Leonte is the ultimate expert on building brands with a lasting legacy.In this episode of the Women in Brand podcast, hosts Victoria and Tami sit down with Oana to discuss her journey into brand and marketing, her personal learnings as an executive brand leader, and the challenges of balancing motherhood with a career. Oana shares her honest experiences working with iconic brands, and talks about the need for brands to create a...
2025-04-2156 min
What Now? Chiro Podcast91. How to Build Your Personal Brand w/ Dr. Brooks HillUse Code "whatnow" at checkout for $100 The Wealthy Practitioner Accelerator course https://stephaniewigner.com/wealthypractitioneracceleratorIn this episode of the What Now podcast, Spencer Dupre and Zach talk with Dr. Brooks Hill about her journey in chiropractic, the importance of personal branding, and the evolution of her identity as a chiropractor. They discuss the significance of being proactive in seeking opportunities, the challenges faced by chiropractic students, and the importance of mentorship and community in the profession. Brooks shares her insights on how to navigate the transition from student to professional, emphasizing the need for...
2025-04-1556 minBehind the StaysThe Boutique Hotel Conundrum: Expand the Brand or Build a Collection? — Quentin Incao, Q Hospitality ManagementPicture this: You’re road-tripping through the Pacific Northwest, and you pull up to a stunning, cliffside micro-resort where elk roam the grounds and the ocean waves crash in the background. Or maybe you’re in the heart of a bustling city, checking into a boutique hotel that oozes local charm and creativity. The problem? These days, everyone from massive chains to up-and-coming brands wants a piece of that “boutique” magic.
In this episode, I’m joined by Quentin Incao, founder of Q Hospitality Management, a company that specializes in operating and consulting for some of the most uniqu...
2025-04-081h 03
The ATA Nation PodcastEp. 141 - Talking with the Jr. Brand AmbassadorsThis episode features a remarkable gathering of five junior brand ambassadors from the ATA Nation, marking a unique and unprecedented occasion in our podcast's history. We engage in a profound discussion that centers around the pivotal initiative of highlighting outstanding athletes within the organization, thereby fostering a sense of community and celebration among martial artists. Each ambassador elaborates on their individual experiences, aspirations, and the significance of their roles in promoting the values of Taekwondo. As we traverse through their narratives, it becomes evident that these young leaders embody the spirit of perseverance, integrity, and camaraderie that is integral...
2025-03-2621 minThe Zach and Pat ShowUNA VIDA...Zach Conley's Journey Taking a Tequila From Concept to Up and Coming Market DOMINATORIn today's episode, we are joined by Zach T. Conley - an entrepreneur and spirits specialist being the head of Una Vida Tequila! Zach's story is one of grit and learning on his feet as he and his business partner took and idea from concept, gained the attention and support of Andy Frisella and Chris Klein, and are now making major noise in the world of spirits and alcoholic beverages dominating the midwest markets!Please like, comment, and subscribe for more!Follow us on IG!@zach_fagas@stl_mortgagenerd
2025-03-251h 14Behind the StaysWhy Most Hotel Developments Feel Soulless — And How Zach Rapaport Plans to Change That.What does it take to transform real estate development into something more than just bricks and mortar—into places with soul, story, and unforgettable experiences?
Today’s guest, Zach Rapaport, is on a mission to answer that question. As the founder of Meerkat Development, he’s redefining what it means to build hospitality and lifestyle-driven spaces from the ground up.
His journey started in construction — literally digging foundations — and evolved into leading development projects for some of the most compelling hospitality brands today, including Joe & The Juice, Selina, and Lifehouse.
From scaling global F&B concep...
2025-03-211h 00Maximum ZachWrestling Mania!!! | Hardcore Hillbilly | Maximum Zach | #77Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach This week on Maximum Zach, Zach sits down with the wildest man in Appalachian wrestling, the one and only Hardcore Hillbilly! They dive deep into his career of chairs, chains, and chaos, talking about his craziest matches, the first time he ever got bladed, and the worst injury that almost took him out for good. Then, things get brutal with a brand-new game: “The Worst Bumps to Take!” Hardcore Hillbilly rates the most painful wrestling moves on a scale from ‘ouch’ to ‘I think I’m d...
2025-03-1957 minBehind the StaysFrom Red Bull to the Backcountry: Why Sam Degenhard Left a Dream Job to Build the Next Great Outdoor Hospitality BrandWhat does it take to walk away from one of the coolest marketing jobs on the planet—at a company so many would kill to work for—to go sleep in the dirt and build an outdoor hospitality brand from scratch?
Today’s guest, Sam Degenhard, did exactly that. After a decade at Red Bull, where he helped shape the world of action sports marketing, Sam traded corporate prestige for the unpredictable wilds of entrepreneurship. He founded Campfire Ranch, a next-gen hospitality brand designed for adventure-seekers who crave nature but don’t want to deal with the headache...
2025-03-1859 minMaximum ZachGoing Nowhere Fast | Angela Mazzanti | Maximum Zach | #72Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach On this episode of Maximum Zach, Zach Holmes sits down with model, entrepreneur, and all-around badass Angela Mazzanti! They dive into her clothing brand Nowhere Fast and how it came about (and their controversial moment at the The Gathering of Jugglos!). Then, things take a hilarious turn as they break down why Flavor of Love is the greatest reality TV show of all time (move over, The Bachelor). Plus, they talk about the absolute chaos of watching movies you really don’t expe...
2025-02-121h 01
Handmade Business Secrets Podcast#369 - How to BUILD A BRAND as a Woodworking Business OwnerTo get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook If you're trying to grow to $5-10k/mo with your woodworking or handmade business- steal all the same strategies & systems Zach used to break the $10k/mo barrier - Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/HHA If you're a woodworker doing at least $3k/mo consistently in sales and you're ready to scale to $20k/mo+, you need to apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program. Please click here - ht...
2025-01-3006 minBehind the StaysThe Hard Truth About Scaling a Luxury Vacation Rental Brand — And How AvantStay Cracked the CodeSean Breuner and Reuben Doetsch saw an opportunity to transform the short-term rental space long before the industry exploded. In 2017, they set out to build AvantStay, a brand that blends the best of boutique hospitality with the freedom of private homes.
Their approach is anything but casual. Every property is meticulously designed, every experience carefully curated. While others rushed into the space during the pandemic, Sean and Reuben were already scaling with precision, setting a new standard for high-end vacation rentals.
In this episode, we explore:
Why most vacation rental brands fail to scale—an...
2025-01-2150 min
SacTown Marketing MavericksAmplify Your Brand: Effective Digital Strategies for Local Businesses to Stand Out in SacramentoIn this episode of SacTown Marketing Mavericks, we dive into the world of digital marketing to help local businesses in Sacramento amplify their brand presence. Host Zach Henderson shares effective strategies tailored for industries like dental practices, personal injury law, med spas, realtors and restaurants. Learn how to enhance your online visibility through Online Customer Reviews, social media engagement, and website development while executing actionable steps to attract and retain customers. We explore real-life case studies of local businesses that have successfully adopted these strategies, showing you exactly how to establish your authority and engagement in the community. Whether you're...
2024-12-1409 minMaximum ZachZach and Essie Go To Wal-Mart | Essie Bone | Maximum Zach | #60Join The Patreon for the Maximum amount of extra content: https://www.patreon.com/MaximumZach On this episode of Maximum Zach, Zach Holmes is joined by the hilarious comedian Essie Bone! They dive into Essie’s unique brand of comedy and the direction she'd like to go in. Essie and Zach bond over late-night Indiana adventures at Wal-Mart (we’ve all been there, right?), and things get even weirder with a deep dive into the bizarre world of Rocky Mountain oysters. They also discuss how airbrushing designs on mini vans used to be a true art form, and so...
2024-11-0656 min
The Editorial Wedding PhotographerThe Secret to Building a Successful Wedding Photography Brand | Ep 1If there was just one piece of advice we could share for building a successful wedding photography brand in 2025, this would be it.
There's no denying it, the wedding photography market is crowded... but that doesn't mean there's not enough clients for all of us.
Photographers aren't struggling to get enquiries and bookings because there's 'not enough couples getting married', it's simply because they aren't getting clear on who those couples are who they're actually perfect for.
Figure out who those couples are that you'll be the perfect wedding photographer for, and you...
2024-10-1523 minBehind the StaysHow They're Reimagining Affordable Experiential Travel by Building a National Hostel BrandMeet Nathan St Cyr, the co-founder of Howzit Hostels, a next-generation travel brand transforming hostel stays in the U.S.
Nathan and his co-founder Michael have been on the pod before, but Nathan joined us at the recent Unique Stays Summit that Ben Woldff and I hosted so I wanted to bring him back on to share some more details on what he’s building.
In this episode, Nathan shares the bold and inspiring journey behind building Howzit—a hospitality brand focused on creating affordable, community-driven, and experiential stays that challenge the traditional hostel model.
2024-10-0426 min
But I'm Not Wasted16: Zach Wolf - Starting OverIn the latest episode of *But I'm Not Wasted*, Zach takes you on a journey through the powerful and humbling experience of starting over. No matter how skilled you are or how much mastery you have in one area, learning something brand new is always a challenge. But it's in those moments of beginning again that true growth happens.
Zach dives deep into the importance of leaning into that discomfort—the natural stress that comes with stepping into the unknown. He breaks down why this process of embracing the challenge is crucial, not only fo...
2024-09-2713 min
Lamey’s Last WordBalancing the Ball and the Brand: Logan Suber’s Story of Stack Good DaysIn this episode, we sit down with Logan Suber, a D1 basketball player and the founder of the clothing brand Stack Good Days. Logan shares the inspiring story behind starting his brand, what motivated him to launch it, and how he manages the intense demands of college athletics while growing a business. We dive into the challenges of balancing basketball and entrepreneurship, his vision for the future of Stack Good Days, and the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way.
2024-09-2438 minBehind the StaysFrom Side-Hustle to National Hospitality Brand: How Tech, PR, and Partnerships Have Powered Boutiq's GrowthMeet Rena Pacheco-Theard, co-founder of Boutiq, a vacation rental management company that’s blending tech with high-quality guest experiences to transform the industry.
From starting Boutiq as a side hustle to enrolling in an Autsin-based startup accelerator, to running a nationwide portfolio, Rena shares how her team has harnessed technology, like their custom revenue management algorithm, to optimize every property.
Tune in to hear how Rena is driving innovation in vacation rentals, using partnerships like Capital One Travel to open new booking channels, and why PR is an essential but often overlooked tool in growing a b...
2024-09-2053 minHandmade Business Secrets Podcast#320 - How To Create A Dominant & Lasting Brand As A Woodworking Business OwnerTo get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook If you're trying to grow to $5-10k/mo with your woodworking or handmade business- steal all the same strategies & systems Zach used to break the $10k/mo barrier - Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/HHA If you're a woodworker doing at least $8k/mo consistently in sales and you're ready to scale to $20k/mo+, you need to apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program. Please click here...
2024-08-2611 minBehind the StaysHot Takes on Rental Arbitrage, Men's Luxury Footwear, Building an International Hospitality Brand, and More with Ben EarleyMeet Ben Earley, an exceptional entrepreneur who has made waves across multiple industries—from finance to luxury footwear, and now, to innovative hospitality.
In this episode, Ben takes us on his fascinating journey from Wall Street to the world of short-term rentals. As the co-founder of Holt, Ben is building a portfolio of unique and upscale Airbnbs and hotels that stand out for their thoughtful design and exceptional guest experiences.
We'll explore:
Ben’s early start in finance and how it fueled his entrepreneurial spirit.
The story behind his luxury men’s shoe brand, Paul E...
2024-07-261h 00
Journey TogetherEpisode #5: One Minute Monday with Zach HernandezHey everyone! Welcome back to another One minute Monday here at Journey Together! This week Zach shares whats been on his heart these last couple of weeks. We hope you enjoy it and it blesses you. We have a BRAND NEW INSTAGRAM!! @journey2getherpod be sure to follow us there. You can share with friends and family or even on your stories. Thank you for tuning in and supporting this new endeavor we are on. Much Love!
2024-07-1533 min
Musical Connections with Zach Snow#82: Adrian House on his brand new francophone record, Pecheur De RevesOn this week's #MusicalConnections, I connect with Francophone-Anglophone singer-songwriter, Adrian House! He comes on #NextIIConnect to talk about his brand-new record, Pecheur De Reves and how the album all came together! Plus, we touch on the francophone scene of Newfoundland and Labrador, the nineties Newfoundland music scene, singles vs albums, his influences, and a whole lot more!Music Featured in Episode:New Found Releases: (June 23-29, 2024)Song: PreservativesArtist: Claire PorterAlbum: Time AloneComposers: Claire PorterSong: Did the Boy Ever Get...
2024-07-021h 31Behind the StaysUnlocking the Secrets of Successful Hospitality Websites: The Blueprint to Building a Brand That Compels Direct BookingsWelcome to "Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Hospitality Websites: A Special 2-Part Series with Hudson Creative Studio.”
In this series, Zach sit down with Eli Pritykin, founder of Hudson Creative Studio to dive deep into the art and science of creating a memorable website that serves as the digital headquarters for your hospitality brand.
In the first episode, you'll hear Eli's fascinating journey from his early days in the former Soviet Union, where he built his first graphic design program as a child, to becoming a leading creative director in the hospitality industry.
We...
2024-06-191h 02
Low Gravity UncensoredAri on Her Love for Clothing, Creating a Brand for the Love of Fashion - Low Gravity EP. 95
In Today’s Episode, Ari joins the guys and talks about her fashion brand and what she’s looking to do in life. Ari the owner of Sonder999 talks about why she wanted to start a clothing brand out of all things to do as an entrepreneur. Ari used to be a big basketball player before having a sour taste with a previous coach that killed the sport for her. Being the owner of a clothing business, Ari still isn’t putting all her eggs in one basket and is attending school for criminal justice and More….
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2024-02-271h 56Behind the StaysHow to Build the Apple of Vacation Rentals: Imagining, Creating, and Scaling the Wander BrandMeet Kyle Tibbitts, Chief Marketing Officer at Wander, a network of smart, luxury vacation rentals that’s on a mission to verticalize the short-term rental experience.
If you were to have asked Kyle as a 10-year-old what he wanted to be when he grew up, he would have told you a lawyer, which, today, Kyle would tell you would have been a huge mistake.
But if you were to have asked Kyle what he wanted to be just a few years later, he would have told you an architect — from a young age he had a deep...
2024-02-271h 05
Zach on LeadershipBuilding Your Leadership BrandEach week on this blog, I build my leadership brand. Whether you know it or not, that is what I’m doing. I spend more time doing it than talking about how or why I do it. It occurred to me recently that my readers may want to build their leadership brands. First, a caveat: What I do works for me because I’m me. How much of this is transferrable to you depends on so many factors. So, I’ll tell you...
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2024-01-2606 min
Earn Your Good DayEp 100: Chats with Zach Mutt Life Edition- Featuring Sean Eddington!Mutt Life is HERE!! In today's episode, my friend, buddy, and business partner Sean Eddington joins us to discuss our brand-new business. Mutt Life! We cover how we met, our brand, who we are at Mutt Life, our core values, the Logo, and even MORE!
To learn more about the business and even join the pack, follow us on socials @MuttLife on both Instagram and Facebook. You can even email us at MuttLifeOfficialLTD@gmail.com to get a personalized approach to your health and fitness from our top-rate coaches to reach your health and fitness goals!
2023-12-191h 37Low Gravity UncensoredBrand New Studio Reveal, Junior on Girlfriend’s Obsession With TikTok Trends - Low Gravity EP. 84
In Today's Episode, Zach and Junior Start it off in the brand-new studio, and Carlos and Manny join the guys on their very first episode in the brand-new studio. With a 3-Week break from recording, Zach and Junior with the help of friends were able to create the dream studio they've always wanted. Carlos expresses his doubts about the new studio and bites his tongue at its new transformation. Junior talks about the random trends that his girlfriend does on TikTok, and everyone realizes that all girlfriends do weird trends for their boyfriends and More...
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2023-12-171h 42
Founding PhillySoom Foods, CEO and Co-Founder Amy Zitelman | Founding Philly Ep. 31On this episode, I interview Amy Zitelman, CEO and Co-Founder of Soom Foods, a sister-owned company renowned for its tahini and tahini products.Soom Tahini, known for its silky-smooth texture, is made from sesame seeds and has become a versatile ingredient in both Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, enhancing both savory and sweet dishes.Soom Foods' high-quality tahini has established itself as a staple in professional kitchens and home pantries. Their products are available in numerous retail locations, including Whole Foods, Thrive Market, and, as of this year, over 1300 Publix stores.T...
2023-12-0540 minBehind the StaysHow They’re Building a New Hotel Brand from ScratchMeet Tanner Cummings — Co-founder and Owner of Thin Spaces, a new hotel brand that’s building its first micro-resort called Cypress at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Jasper, Georgia.
Tanner has always loved finding issues and solving problems, which is why he spent most of his professional career working in quality assurance engineering for software companies like Calendly.
But in 2021, Tanner was bit by the entrepreneurial bug and decided to join the e-commerce start up his wife Melissa founded called, Cedar and Ink. And while the couple couldn’t have know it at the time...
2023-10-171h 04Behind the StaysWhy She Left Her Successful Career in Accounting to Build a Hospitality Brand in the North Carolina MountainsWant to save 30-40% off West Elm purchase for your Airbnb? Or hundreds off of instagram famous mattresses from Bear or Purple? Then you'll want to create your free account with our partner Minoan.
Minoan provides hosts with a one-stop-shop to get hundreds of discounts on the world’s leading brands, and a system where you can manage all of the ordering, tracking, returns, etc. in one place. Saving you time and money! Sign up and tell them that Zach from Behind the Stays sent you there way.
Meet Catherine Morris, the creator of Edenwod — a 6-a...
2023-09-2256 minHandmade Business Secrets Podcast#226 - Step By Step Guide To Building A Strong BrandTo get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook If you're trying to grow to $5-10k/mo with your woodworking or handmade business- steal all the same strategies & systems Zach used to break the $10k/mo barrier - Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/HHA If you're a woodworker doing at least $8k/mo consistently in sales and you're ready to scale to $20k/mo+, you need to apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program. Please click here...
2023-09-1806 minBehind the StaysHow to Build a Franchise-Worthy Hospitality Brand — The Story of CasiolaMeet Dennis Goedheid, founder and CEO of Casiola — one of the hottest vacation rental management companies in the short-term rental space.
Dennis is no stranger to entrepreneurship — he started and sold two companies in his native Belgium before moving to Silicon Valley to find inspiration for his next big thing.
And while he couldn’t have known it at the time, that next big thing would be a vacation rental management company based in Orlando, Florida that is helping to write the book, in real time, on how to build such an exceptional hospitality brand that sho...
2023-09-0556 minLow Gravity UncensoredEthan Creates a Successful Clothing Brand in Less Than a Year, Big Public Event - Low Gravity EP. 68
In Today's Episode, Clothing Brand owner Ethan Joins the Guys and talks about why he wanted to start a clothing brand, Is Unaffiliated an Overnight success from only being created in Early 2023, Junior and Zach talking about hosting what could be the biggest events for artists and small businesses to show case and sell their products and More...
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2023-08-2255 minBehind the StaysShe Worked in PR for The Ritz, St. Regis, and Le Méridien — Now She’s Building Her Own Luxury STR BrandThis episode is brought to you by StayFi!
StayFi makes it easy to collect data from and market to every single person staying in your short-term rental. StayFi lets you create a custom branded WiFi splash page similar to what you might experience when logging onto the WiFi network at your favorite coffee shop.
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2023-06-1354 min
Founding PhillyLifeBrand, Co-Founder and CEO T.J. Colaiezzi and Co-Founder and COO Jemma Barbarise-Kelley | Founding Philly Ep. 22On this episode, I interview Co-Founders T.J. Colaiezzi and Jemma Barbarise-Kelley of LifeBrand. LifeBrand is the world leader in AI social media detection.LifeBrand’s mission is to empower all social media users to reach their full potential by maintaining a meaningful digital presence. Their AI powered software and user dashboard makes it simple to curate a powerful personal brand by bringing potentially unprofessional or harmful posts to users' attention. With ease, users can keep, edit or delete questionable posts that may not represent who they are today. LifeBrand has also...
2023-06-1347 minLow Gravity UncensoredZach surprises everyone with new podcast intro, Difficulty of running a business - Low Gravity EP. 30
In Today’s Episode, Zach surprises everyone with a brand new podcast intro, Zach’s girlfriend Christiana takes on the Low Gravity Uncensored Podcast, Christiana talks about all the business that she’s created and all the ups and downs that come with a business, Jake asks junior his thoughts on dating someone who does onlyfans and more…
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2023-05-262h 19
Low Gravity UncensoredJunior on Pets NOT BEING FAMILY, Zach PASSING School WHILE SLEEPING - Low Gravity EP.1In today's episode, hosts Zach and Junior take on creating podcasts for everyone to watch. With a brand new way for them to take conversations to a whole new level. With conversations about Zach sleeping all through high school, Junior going against pets being family, the biggest test of all time & more...
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2023-05-261h 08
Moral Combat PodcastBrand Dilemma, Respecting Identity, Mario Kart Battle Skyscraper | Ep 38 | Moral CombatMoral Combat, hosted by siblings Nathan and Zach Blaustone, is a heartfelt exploration of life's complexities, with a primary focus on healing from religious trauma. Step into their world as they navigate the realms of music production, confront the lingering echoes of religious trauma, and embrace laughter as a universal healer. With each episode, Nathan and Zach weave together their unique perspectives, seasoned with dynamic personalities that make every discussion an engaging adventure. From unraveling the complexities of personal growth to fostering open communication, healing the scars of religious indoctrination, and embracing the unfiltered authenticity of siblinghood, Moral Combat...
2023-05-201h 10Behind the StaysHow She Turned Her Side Hustle into a Thriving Hospitality BrandMeet Chelsea Dunckley — the Founder of Digs Co, a hospitality company that specializes in creating elevated vacation rentals in Central Washington and the Greater Phoenix area.
Chelsea and her husband Luke have always loved real estate. After getting married, you’d often find the couple working on nights and weekends flipping homes while discussing the latest trends in design, real estate, and hospitality.
But it wasn’t until Chelsea received some unexpected news from the tech company she worked at that she and her entire unit were to be let go that she decided to try her ha...
2023-04-281h 02
Web3 w/ MeBrand Strategy for Collective NetworksMy guest today is Alexa Lombardo (https://twitter.com/alexa_lombardo ), a seasoned brand strategist who truly embodies the web3-native idea of a contributor. She has her own agency called Atomic No. 8. She is a primary strategy contributor at Gitcoin, one of the oldest brands in Web3, that creates tools to fund what matters. Alexa started her career in corporate strategy at major health and beauty brands including Estee Lauder and Unilever before moving to the brand strategy side. Curious about the difference? Don’t worry we will cover that in the show. After discovering web3 and the ab...
2023-04-181h 14Behind the StaysThey Left NYC’s Fashion Industry to Build the Next Great Hospitality Brand — Meet the Creators of Casa NevanaMeet Jen and Michael Penchansky, the creators of Casa Nevana, the first short-term rental in the couple’s newly founded portfolio, Nevana Properties.
Michael and Jen met while working in the fashion industry in New York City. Michael founded a software company in fashion tech and Jen was employee number one, so the couple know a thing or ten about how to work together.
Michael grew up going to Hunter, New York in the Catskills with his family and always had an appreciation for the reprieve the mountains offered from life in the city.
So, when Michael and Jen beg...
2023-03-2846 min
Everything EV80: Zach Hamada, Cox AutomotiveIn this episode, I’m joined by Zach Hamada of Cox Automotive. Zach joins the podcast to talk all things EV battery health and how new technology from Cox can help consumers and dealers make more informed decisions on purchasing an EV. Here, he outlines how his works helps determine an EV battery health score and how more information about EV batteries can help more people make the switch to electric vehicles.
2023-03-2429 min
Branding With Video: Build Your Personal Brand With A YouTube PodcastBuild Your Personal Brand With This Key StrategyBuilding a personal brand is becoming more and more important. If you want to elevate that brand you need to put yourself out there. Social media, YouTube, and speaking gigs are all great ways to build your brand up!
2023-03-0940 min
What Your Pastor Didn’t Tell YouThe Story of Adam and Eve Isn't About The Origin of Sin ft. Dr. Miryam BrandThe Story of Adam and Eve Isn't About The Origin of Sin ft. Dr. Miryam Brand
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2023-03-0203 min
ZCorn Golf PodcastBrand New Putter Unboxing! | Future Hole Out Challenges | Fast Food DraftZach and Jordan talk about the most recent Hole Out Challenge Zach did and the future upcoming challenges from PureGolf. Jordan unboxes his brand new L.A.B. Putter as well as a Fast Food Draft!Introduction(00:00:00:00 - 00:01:02:05)Holeout Challenge | Future Challenges?(00:01:19:13 - 00:12:29:04)Jordan’s New Putter Unboxing(00:12:31:16 - 00:21:12:15)Jordan’s New Driver(00:21:18:04 - 00:22:25:08)Wellness Wednesday(00:22:25:27 - 00:23:41:09)Fast Food Draft(00:25:10:09 - 00:35:10:09)Please like and subscribe!Our other accounts:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zcorngolf/Twit...
2023-02-2336 min
NO HARD FEELINGSEP32: Hayden Bowe ; Build a brand, provide valueIn this episode Zach got to sit down and talk to Hayden Bowe. Hayden Bowe is he owner and founder of The Hybrid Performance Method. He has competed at an advanced level in Olympic Weightlifting and Powerlifting. In this episode, Zach and Hayden talk about how to build a business, the benefit of social networking, and what it means to truly provide value and make yourself and your abilities a resource.
2023-01-2759 minFounding Phillyhoneygrow, Founder & CEO Justin Rosenberg | Founding Philly Ep. 11On this episode, I interview Justin Rosenberg, Founder & CEO of honeygrow. honeygrow is a Philadelphia-based fast casual restaurant chain that specializes in stir-fry, salads and honeybars (a delicious fruit-based treat). Made with only the highest quality ingredients, honeygrow's stir-fry, salads and honeybars offer the perfect combination of quick and healthy flavors to satisfy whatever you're craving for lunch, dinner, or a mid-day snack.Did you know honeygrow is a play on the phrase “honest eating + growing local”? — the phrase succinctly illustrates their commitment to providing the freshest food possible, while working with local partners whenever possibl...
2023-01-1037 min
Brand Alchemist PodcastThe Brand Alchemist Capsule Series: The Past & Future State of CPGZach DeAngelo is the Founder, CEO, and Investor at Rodeo CPG, a product and services firm designed to help innovative brands in the CPG space scale effectively. Rodeo’s tools and top-notch team allow CPG innovation leaders to build, scale, and sell their products with better productivity. Zach builds an action-based ecosystem to solve the largest structural problems in the CPG industry. Before founding Rodeo, he was the CEO of P&L, Finance, Operations, and Sales at Kalot Superfood. Jessi Freitag is the Podcast Host and Producer at Startup CPG, a launchpad and community for emerging brands pr...
2023-01-0551 minFounding PhillyProscia, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer Nathan Buchbinder | Founding Philly Ep. 10On this episode, I interview Nathan Buchbinder, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer of Proscia. Proscia is a software company that is accelerating pathology’s transformation toward a data-driven discipline. Their digital pathology platform and powerful AI applications are unlocking new insights that accelerate discovery, improve patient outcomes, and fulfill the promise of precision care.Digital pathology is giving today’s forward-thinking pathology organizations the means to overcome our collective challenges and fundamentally transform how we work and contribute to medicine and patient care.Proscia is helping labs worldwide transform from glass to digital, accelerating research and deli...
2022-12-1540 min
Web3 w/ MeBuilding a Brand for a $10 Trillion MarketMy guest today is Colin Johnson (https://twitter.com/ColinHJohnson), Co-Founder of Freeport.app (https://twitter.com/freeport_app). Freeport rethinks the relationship between collector, artwork and community, offering fractionalized ownership of fine art and a proprietary museum built to display physical and digital art side-by-side. Before founding Freeport, Colin was product marketing lead at Apple for Apple Cash and a partner marketing lead at AmEx. This was such a fun conversation discussing how to grow your business or community and how Web3 has changed the landscape through a unique relationship between Identity and Ownership. Colin’s uni...
2022-12-061h 01Founding PhillyJournal My Health, Founder and CEO Tracey Welson-Rossman | Founding Philly Ep. 9On this episode, I interview Tracey Welson-Rossman, Founder and CEO of Journal My Health. Journal My Health helps people with chronic conditions tell their health stories to their health providers, for better health outcomes. Tracey brings her years of experience in the technology and entrepreneurial space, along with her own healthcare journey, to create Journal My Health for patients. Tracey has played an integral role in strengthening the Philadelphia startup and technology communities during her career through Chariot Solutions, Philly Startup Leaders, Emerging Technologies for the Enterprise Conference and TechGirlz.Listen to Tracey sh...
2022-12-0131 minFounding PhillyPhilanthropi, Founder Keith Leaphart | Founding Philly Ep. 8On this episode, I interview Keith Leaphart, Founder of Philanthropi. Philanthropi is leading the next generation of philanthropy through its innovative giving platform, which democratizes giving for everyone and amplifies its impact. They foster new levels of engagement by tapping into the largest donor segment – the everyday philanthropist.Listen to Keith share his career journey from medical school to the entrepreneur he is today, how meeting his mentor Gerry Lenfest shaped his career, and how a life long commitment to helping others led him to launching Philanthropi.Learn more at https://philanthropi.com/
2022-11-1738 minFounding PhillyOat Haus, CEO & Co-Founder Ali Bonar | Founding Philly Ep. 7On this episode, I sit down with Ali Bonar, CEO & Co-Founder of Oat Haus. Oat Haus has created the world's first oat-based spread — Granola Butter. Granola Butter has the texture of a nut butter & tastes like liquid oatmeal cookies. Plus — it's nut-free, gluten-free, organic & vegan. Listen to Ali share her story creating Oat Haus, her determination that got them into Whole Foods early on, her experience being on Shark Tank and how she managed the company through a rebrand. Try it yourself! It's amazing. Use this link here and get 10% off!
2022-11-0350 min
Web3 w/ MeState of Web3 Marketing: Brand = CommunityMy guest today is Brennen Schlueter(https://twitter.com/brennenschlu). Brennen has spent a decade building brands at the intersection of innovation and culture including Jordan, Robinhood, Amazon Music, and most recently was Head of Marketing at web3 company RabbitHole. He co-founded web3 marketing community JUMP (https://twitter.com/jumperstweeting). After a decade of investing in crypto, he’s excited to see the expansion of the technology to bring in the next generation of crypto users via web3 brands.Show Notes:Brennen’s Core Philosophy and Role2 people - Company & AudienceBetween Company and Audience is:
2022-10-311h 10Founding PhillyBACH, Founder and CEO Mike Petrakis | Founding Philly Ep. 6On this episode, I interview Mike Petrakis, Founder and CEO of Bach. BACH is the leading group travel platform for bachelor and bachelorette experiences. Their focus is on inspiring adventure while reducing the inherent pain points of group travel related to accommodations, activities, nightlife, payments, logistics, and beyond.Listen to Mike share his journey of being an entrepreneur, how planning surf trips with his friends sparked the idea for Bach, and how he plans on disrupting the group travel and experience industry. Learn more at https://www.thebach.com/
2022-10-2034 min
The Happy Engineer | Career Success for Engineering Leadership069: Unlock the Power of Your Personal Brand & Design Your Digital Reputation with Erik CabralIs having a personal brand and building influence through your digital reputation important as an engineering leader? What is personal branding anyway, and why does it matter? In this episode, meet the most interesting man at the barbeque, Erik Cabral. He is an expert in branding and will answer these questions and more in our conversation. We talk about why every engineering leader needs to intentionally design your digital reputation. After building a successful career in corporate America over 20+ years, Erik jumped head firs...
2022-10-1358 minHandmade Business Secrets Podcast#98 - 5 Ways To Create A Strong BrandIn today's episode, Zach shares the 5 strategies that you can implement TODAY to start charging more money, standing out among your competition, and ultimately start BRINGING HOME more money as a woodworking or custom furniture business owner. To apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program, Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/WWBAP To get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook To join Zach's free woodworking business facebook group, please click here — https://www.facebook.com/groups/wwbiz
2022-10-1219 minFounding PhillyNextmv, Co-founder and CEO Carolyn Mooney | Founding Philly Ep. 5On this episode, I interview Carolyn Mooney, Co-founder and CEO of Nextmv. Nextmv is a developer platform for automating and optimizing decisions from vehicle routing to workforce scheduling and beyond — allowing you to make better decisions with the time and resources you have. Nextmv is the first real-time, end to end decision automation platform. It makes it easier to build, test, deploy, and operate custom decision services for any use case. Listen to Carolyn share her experience from her early days at Zoomer and GrubHub, how she turned a day-to-day problem she faced as a deve...
2022-10-0643 minFounding PhillyNeuroFlow, Co-founder and COO Adam Pardes | Founding Philly Ep. 4On this episode, I interview Adam Pardes, Co-founder and COO of NeuroFlow. NeuroFlow is a digital health company combining workflow automation, patient engagement solutions and services, and applied AI to promote behavioral health integration in all care settings. With NeuroFlow, health care organizations can finally bridge the gap between mental and physical health in order to improve outcomes and reduce the cost of care.Listen to Adam share his journey building NeuroFlow, how he navigated several pivots in the business to get where they are today and his experience raising VC funding and what he t...
2022-09-2243 minBranding With Video: Build Your Personal Brand With A YouTube PodcastBuild Your Influence And Brand With LinkedIn W/Fanny DunaganLinkedIn is one of the most underrated and underleveraged platforms for growing an audience that can help you build your personal brand.If you want an audience that has people who are growth oriented, success driven and ready to support you as much as you support them, LinkedIn is the place to be. Unfortunately the amount of great content on the platform and resources to grow are limited compared to other SM platforms.
2022-09-1457 minFounding PhillySporttrade, CEO and Founder Alex Kane | Founding Philly Ep. 3On this episode, I talk with Alex Kane, CEO and Founder of Sporttrade. Sporttrade is a Philadelphia-based sports betting and trading company poised to disrupt the sports betting industry with the first legal sports betting exchange in United States history. Their mission is to elevate the sports betting industry, and provide a truly inclusive platform designed for all sports bettors. Built just like a financial exchange, their platform allows customers to trade on sports outcomes by buying and selling contracts, just like trading stocks. Recently, retail investors have benefited immensely from unprecedented innovation in capital markets. Sporttrade w...
2022-09-0838 min
Super Dad BrosEpisode 34! Coconuts are Mammals, Dream Cars, Predator Movies, and The Best Power Tools Brand!This week's Keep, Bleep, Sweep is Predator Movies: Predator VS Predator 2 VS Prey.
We talk about our dream cars.
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2022-09-041h 26Founding PhillyRego, Co-founders Josh Mastromatto and Brandon Castagna | Founding Philly Ep. 2On this episode, I sit down with Co-founders Josh Mastromatto and Brandon Castagna of Rego. Rego is a hassle-free marketplace to sell, donate, and responsibly dispose of second-hand furniture. Their mission is to build cleaner communities across the world by first reducing the amount of furniture that ends up in landfills or dumped on the street. Listen to Josh and Brandon share their story about how they met, the importance of diversity of thought and how they turned local Philly clean up groups into a hassle-free marketplace to sell, donate, and responsibly dispose of second-hand furniture.
2022-08-2538 minBranding With Video: Build Your Personal Brand With A YouTube PodcastHow To Build Your Audience And Personal Brand On TikTok W/ Stone Fredrickson (Coach Stone)If you want to build your personal brand this year, you can't avoid hearing about TikTok. While I don't think EVERYONE should be on TikTok, more people should be than not. Coach Stone built a 5 figure per month business with TikTok while still a high school student! If you want to build your business and make an impact, Stone Fredrickson is a man you need to listen to!Learn how you can grow on TikTok and use it to build a business that allows you to get paid to do what you love!Link To...
2022-08-191h 44
Founding PhillyAWSM Sauce, Co-founder and CEO Carl Starkey | Founding Philly Ep. 1On this episode, I interview Carl Starkey, CEO and Co-founder of AWSM Sauce. AWSM Sauce is on a mission to change the sauce game forever. Listen to Carl's career journey from Minnesota to Philadelphia, how a lacrosse career led him to meeting his future Co-founder and their experience getting chosen for Techstars and Fox's Billion Dollar Idea. AWSM Sauce is a food-based sustainability company focused on eliminating single use plastic bottles from the kitchen - this is a critical problem for our generation. AWSM Sauce provides customers with condiments and sauce delivered to their doorstep, wi...
2022-08-1138 minBehind the StaysHow to Build a Bespoke Hotel Brand and Management Company in 2022Meet Dylan Petrich — Co-Founder of Wilder Ways, a Texas-based hotel brand and management company.
Dylan was born in Paris but grew up in London. After graduating from university he went to work in finance and split his time between London and New York.
While finance was fascinating, Dylan grew tired of just looking at numbers — he wanted to get into the game of business and be an operator.
So, when an opportunity presented itself to move into the hospitality space by joining a new startup, The Guild, Dylan took it.
After a coupl...
2022-08-0958 minHandmade Business Secrets Podcast#67 - The Power Of Building A BrandIn today's podcast, Zach talks about why you should build a strong brand and then gives you 3 super practical tips to do it. Hope this helps! To join Zach's free woodworking business facebook group, please click here —> https://www.facebook.com/groups/wwbiz To apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program, Please click here -> https://form.jotform.com/220655163443048 To get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", please click here -> https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook
2022-06-1715 min
Around The Block: Indie Shop ChroniclesLaunching an Embroidery Brand as a SolopreneurIn this week's episode, we’re excited to have Destiny Brewton, Founder, and CEO of A House Called Hue. Founded in 2016 as an online marketplace for bespoke afro-inspired apparel and accessories, A House Called Hue is now home to a boutique custom patch-making company. Destiny has serviced over 200+ brands and is featured in Huffington Post, voyage ATL, and many other news outlets despite being a one-woman production team. To date, has scaled her business beyond embroidered patches to now offering other services including custom embroidered apparel, screen printing transfers, and concept graphic design. We are excit...
2022-06-1200 min
Around The Block: Indie Shop ChroniclesHow to Build an Original Jerk Brand with Jay McKinney, Founder, and CEO of Durty Jerk.Today we’re excited to have Jay McKinney, Founder, and CEO of Durty Jerk. The brand behind the famous Durty Jerk Sauce. Jay launched Durty in 2011, after creating his own brand of sweet jerk sauce using a rare technique from The Maroon People from Jamaica. This technique has been passed down from the original Jamaican salves for generations and is the secret behind his sauces. Today, Durty jerk sells online and is in over 20 retail stores. We are excited to speak with him today to learn how he built and grew his business to where it is...
2022-05-2000 minWeb3 w/ MeWeb3 x Brand StrategyMy guest today is Elan Miller, otherwise known as elan.eth in the verse. Elan is an independent brand strategist for web3 companies.Over his career, he’s founded a venture-backed company, run a design studio, & advised dozens of founders on all things product & marketing.Most recently, he started a strategy team at Twitter—helping product & design leads re-imagine key initiatives like Misinformation, DMs, & Communities.Elan is also a contributing member at Vector DAO, a decentralized collective of the best designers in crypto dedicated to make magical internet money easier to use and understand.Elan’s work has been featur...
2022-05-061h 13
Manipulating The MassesBrand Partnerships & EuphoriaZach & Kaitlin explore the new world of brand partnerships for performers. How social media can be a positive and a negative for developing personal image, and the new wave of influencers trying to break into the film & TV market.Get In Touch: info@mcmillanphillips.comVisit Our Website: https://mcmillanphillips.com/manipulating-the-masses-podcast/
2022-05-031h 05Around The Block: Indie Shop ChroniclesHow to Build a Brand True to Your Roots with Shef Tori BrownIn today's episode, we’re incredibly excited to host Shef Tori, Brown, Founder, and Creator of Breakfast Belle the brand responsible for the famous Bamma Fish Fry and Hot Sauce. Inspired by her late mother, Shef Tori, Brown started her career in culinary and founded Breakfast Belle to evangelize southern cuisine nationwide. Since launching her brand and creating the amazing Bamma Sauces, she has received national recognition including being featured on ABC's Good Morning America, and recognition from social media influencers. We are incredibly excited to have Tori on the show today to explore...
2022-04-2900 min
Live Better NowInfluential Brand Accelerators Lisa and Deevo Ep 138Lisa Staff and Deevo Tindall are two photographers that came together and founded Sprout Connectors, a full-service consulting agency providing digital marketing services for small to mid-size businesses that want to expand their social footprint and accelerate their brand across all platforms with meaningful visual storytelling. We touch on a range of subjects during our conversation from what to do, what not to do, and how to identify and focus on your superpower. We also talk about mental health which goes hand in hand when dealing with social media as a creator.
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2022-04-2529 minAround The Block: Indie Shop ChroniclesHow to Build a Retail Brand with Social Justice at The Core?Today we’re excited to have Ben Kelly, founder of Jammin for Justice. Former All-American athlete from Iowa State, Ben started the brand to highlight the injustices Black people face in America and across the globe. In his words, “It’s important to uplift the Black community by focusing on Black beauty, Black music, Black fashion, and Black art”. His actions speak louder than words. 15% of every order is donated to the Equal Justice Initiative to help fight racial inequality and end mass incarceration. We are excited to speak with him today to hear how he built...
2022-04-0800 min
STOKED EDCSTOKED EDC in conversation with Dave Lachioma of On the DL Brand.For the second episode of STOKED EDC we have Dave Lachioma of On the DL Brand talking about and sharing details about: What is a “ranger eye” patch? How are ranger eyes different from morale patches. What are “vandal eyes”? Dave then shares about early experiences designing and making patches. Furthermore, in this episode Dave talks about some collaborations, what his EDC usually consists of, and we even get a few stories, such as suffering through one of the world’s hottest peppers. The winners of the first #GaW giveaway are announced in this episode, which is part one of what will...
2021-12-021h 08
ClubHouseEP22 - Special Episode #4 Future Plans for the ClubHouse with Miguel Mendoza and Zach PenaSpecial Episode #4 everybody! Miguel and Zach will be going over their journey throughout creating the brand, image, and community of the ClubHouse podcast. Exclusive insights such as future plans (social media platform expansion and sponsorship deals) will also be discussed! These two have been working consistently for these past few months and their main drive to continue ClubHouse are the followers and listeners of the podcast! Miguel and Zach have been striving to reach one of their goals in life which is to make an impact in our society through providing value in the lives of others.
2021-08-1333 min
ClubHouseEP16 - Believing in your Brand in the Fashion Industry with Kyle CruzFor episode 16, please welcome Kyle Cruz! Kyle is under the fashion industry as he owns the clothing brand, Cruz MNL. He was able to build his way up in the fashion scene and he is not stopping anytime soon. Miguel and Zach find out that he dreams to be at the level of high fashion brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, etc and that he aims to put Cruz MNL in the New York and Paris Fashion week. Kyle was able to accomplish the following: Raise 100k during the start of the pandemic, Compete against other great Filipino designers...
2021-07-1049 min
Digital Marketing With Zach HoffmanHow to Target Your Audience and Build Brand Identity with Different Brand AssetsIn this episode, Zach talks about content creation and formats to appeal to your target audience and build brand identity. Video: allocate resources to create quality video content on your social media platformsImagery and graphics: produce your own photography and graphics and avoid utilizing overused stock images. Content and format: content comes in many forms including video, imagery, text, PDF, case studies, and audio. Choose content that appeals to your target audience. Podcasts: this audio content can be consumed at any point in the day and is a great way to connect and engage with potential consumers/customers. Tool...
2021-03-2606 min