The Audacity of Building Your Dreams: Richard Worsham and the creation of Janus Motorcycles

This week host Marty Mechtenberg and Susan Ford talk with Richard Worsham, Co-Founder of Janus Motorcycles. Richard shares his journey Richard Worsham transitioned from architecture to designing custom motorcycles and founding Janus Motorcycles. He discusses the importance of relationships and the role of community and local resources in his entrepreneurial journey. Marty, Susan, and, Richard discuss the evolution of Janus, from making custom mopeds to producing DOT-certified motorcycles, and the significance of maintaining a human connection in the digital age.  QUOTES"Motorcycles serve humanity; they give control and agency back to the rider.” -Richard Worsham [26:42]“The most important thing you can do is develop connections with your customers.” -Richard Worsham [53:59]TIMESTAMPS(00:12) Richard Worsham's Entrepreneurial Journey with Janus Motorcycles(06:35) Moped Army: From Fun Rides to Pushing Legal Boundaries(16:03) Building Custom Mopeds and Motorcycles from Scratch(25:43) The Unique Human Connection to Motorcycles and Mechanical Watches(35:22) Launching a Unique Product with Organic Marketing and Local Support(50:03) The Importance of Relationships in Business Success(55:35) Advocating for Better Urbanism RESOURCESRichard Worsham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardworsham/ CONTACTMartin Mechtenberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-mechtenberg-515a648/ Susan Ford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-howard-ford-8446441/ Mentioned in this episode:Proof of Concept Funding for South Bend & Elkhart RegionProof of Concept Fund