Waggin Water: Drew Whited

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Drew Whited, Founder of Waggin Water, an on-the-go water solution for pets. Growing up in Indiana, Drew didn't have the greatest support from his surroundings and community. Using this as a major motivator, Drew was determined through life, to achieve what he strives for and to prove those who doubted, that he was capable.  Starting his entrepreneurial journey in the alcoholic beverage industry, Drew went on to create DTC and retail companies such as, Feni, Minute Mixology, and Coastal Spritz. While he has found success in this area, he later discovered a major void in efficiency for our pets... a clean, pull and peel water solution, for anywhere. Whether you're at the beach and don't want kicked up sand in your water, the airport, a park... pet's desire the same clean water as you would. Understanding their plastic footprint, Waggin Water has gone Plastic Neutral through its partnership with rePurpose Global, removing twice the amount of plastic waste out of nature as they use. Being such a young company, Waggin Water has found massive retail success over the past year, such as locking in spots with Target, Camping World, 7 Eleven, and more. Make sure to check out Waggin Water at: https://wagginwater.com/   Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle   Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment. With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.  Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.     Want clean air? Have your indoor air free of dust, pollen, mold and odors today, by purchasing an air purifier by Medify Air. Whether you are working in an office or at home, clean air is crucial in order to work to full efficiency. Save $15 off of your first purchase today using code: STARTINGSMALL15 and the link below: https://medifyair.com/?rfsn=5620509.a730c0b&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5620509.a730c0b&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlhaU0J4aCIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzdGFydGluZ3NtYWxscG9kQGdtYWlsLmNvbSJ9