Episodes
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Secure AI and Automation for Small Businesses with Chase Carlton of Fenix Cyber
In this episode, Chase Carlton, CEO and founder of Fenix Cyber (https://fenixcyber.com), explains how small businesses and nonprofits can tighten up their cybersecurity and use AI and automation without losing control of their data. Learn why Chase recommends mapping your workflows first…
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Kris Monkou - Founded in FoCo Podcast
In this episode, Kris Monkou (https://thewholebeingcoach.com) shares insights on preventing burnout, building capacity, and establishing boundaries for sustainable success. Discover practical strategies for entrepreneurs and leaders to manage energy, say no effectively, and create systems that...
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Dr. Nereida Perdigon - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dr. Nereida Perdigon joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to talk about emotional and mental health education, especially in the Latino community. She shares her journey from being a single mom and domestic violence survivor to becoming an entrepreneur and educator. The…
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Julie Ulstrup - Founded in FoCo Podcast
A great photo is more than just an image—it’s a reflection of your confidence and credibility. Joining Nick on this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast is Julie Ulstrup, an award-winning Fort Collins portrait photographer, shares how she helps clients see their own brilliance through...
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Meredith Badler - CBCA - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Artists are creators—but they’re also business owners. In this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast, Nick is joined by Meredith Badler from the Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA). Meredith shares how the arts fuel Colorado’s economy and why legal and business knowledge is essential...
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M. Shannon Hernandez - Founded in FoCo Podcast
If your marketing feels like a grind, you’re doing it wrong. In this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast, Shannon Hernandez shares how joyful, ethical marketing can transform your business. Shannon, founder of Joyful Business Revolution, breaks down why permission-based marketing and authentic...
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Eryc Eyl - Humancentric Leadership - Founded in FoCo Podcast
What if leadership felt more like mixing the perfect DJ set—where every beat, transition, and interaction creates an experience that truly resonates? Eryc Eyl joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to explore the art of heart-led leadership and building workplaces that put people...
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Mark Schreiber - Customer Discovery - Founded in FoCo Podcast
How do you turn bold ideas into thriving businesses? Join Founded in FoCo Co-Lead Organizer Nick Armstrong as he sits down with Mark Schreiber from the CSU Institute for Entrepreneurship to explore the power of human-centered design and programs like Venture Validator.In this episode, you'll...
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Dr. Brad Cooper - Founded in FoCo Podcast
What does it take to unlock peak performance—not just in work, but in life? Dr. Brad Cooper, an elite master's athlete and PhD in performance psychology, joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to reveal the science (and art) of functional mental toughness. From optimizing sleep,...
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Maya Ortega + Alex Koenigsberg - Nonprofit Track + Trout Tank - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Learn how nonprofits can pitch their missions like pros and secure game-changing funding in this episode of theFounded in FoCo podcast. Nick is joined by Maya and Alex to dive intoTrout Tank, a live-pitch event helping nonprofits connect with donors—thinkShark Tank, but for a good cause. Maya...
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Charles Howes + Peter Bostwick - Exhibitor Hall + Event Details - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Charles Howes is the Founded in FoCo Co-Lead Organizer and Peter Bostwick is the Founded in FoCo Exhibitor Hall Lead. Charles joined Founded in FoCo in to play a pivotal role in nurturing entrepreneurial growth in Northern Colorado. With a keen interest in building community-focused initiatives…
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Gus Vieweg - Social Track - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Gus Vieweg is an expert in utilizing improv techniques to enhance business communication and team dynamics. As the head of the social track for Founded in Foco, Gus brings a wealth of experience in organizing impactful networking events. With a background that includes facilitating workshops and...
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Beth Bostwick + Dayle Wickizer - AI Track - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Beth Bostwick and Dayle Wickizer are the Founded in FoCo AI Track Leads. Beth Bostwick is an expert in leveraging generative AI to empower small businesses. She is a key player in the planning team for Found in FoCo and a passionate advocate for using AI as a tool for business growth and...
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Phil Donaldson and Karen Joy Fritz - Creative Track - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Phil Donaldson and Karen Joy Fritz lead the Creative Track for Founded in FoCo. Phil has been involved with Founded in FoCo since 2020, contributing to the development of the Nonprofit and Builder Tracks. Now focused on the Creative Track, he brings his expertise from Fort Collins’ vibrant music...
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Dayle Wickizer - Intentional Results - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dayle Wickizer is the CEO and founder of Intentional Results Consulting. With a rich background in executive operations management, she plays the vital role of a fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO), providing part-time executive support to businesses. Her expertise lies in helping leaders...
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Sara Rosinsky - Shiny Red Copy - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Sara Rosinsky is the talented and experienced copywriter behind Shiny Red Copy. Having been in the advertising industry since the days when horses were a primary mode of transportation, Sara has honed her craft to perfection. She's a sole proprietor who helps businesses reach their customers via...
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Diana Rogers Jaeger - Leadership and Confidence Coach - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Diana Rogers Jaeger is a seasoned consultant adept at propelling organizations and individuals toward their maximum potential. She lends her expertise through her company, Love to Appreciate Consulting, with a focal point on leadership development as well as employee engagement and retention.…
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Abby Veliquette - Sequoia Leadership Group - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Abby Veliquette is a seasoned coach and consultant based in Fort Collins, Colorado. She is the founder of Sequoia Leadership, where she specializes in helping organizations, teams, and individuals focus on both the "how" and "what" of work. With a lifetime interest in leadership, Abby holds a...
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LeAndra Foster - Profitability and Entrepreneurship Coach - Founded in FoCo Podcast
LeAndra Foster is an esteemed expert in the field of profitability coaching and entrepreneurship. Her experience includes guiding fellow entrepreneurs in recognizing and correcting profitability issues within their businesses. She is known for her strategic approach to addressing business needs...
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Stefanie Merrell and Nick Peterson - Work-Based Learning - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Stefanie Merrill is the K-12 Work Based Learning Business Liaison for the region, whose role involves substantial interaction with businesses every day. With an extensive background in education and business partnerships, Stefanie is dedicated to enhancing the relationship between high school...
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Amanda Fuel - Next Level Fuel - Founded in FoCo
Amanda Fuel is a keynote speaker and coach for public speakers, known for her work encouraging people from diverse backgrounds to share their unique stories on stage. With a passion for advocating for uncommon voices, Amanda has experience in public speaking, marketing, leading meetup groups such...
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Julia Semple - Therapeutic Massage of NoCo - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Julia Semple is a seasoned massage therapist with over 17 years of experience in the industry. She is the proud owner of Therapeutic Massage of Noco, where she specializes in providing relief for chronic pain and stress. By integrating her intuitive touch and in-depth knowledge of the human body,...
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Adam Eggleston - Oaked Coffee Co - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Adam Eggleston, a coffee aficionado turned entrepreneur, is the passionate owner of Oak Coffee Co., based in Fort Collins. His unique business model involves aging coffee with various spirits like whiskey, bourbon, and rum to enhance the flavor profile of the beloved beverage. With a Master's in...
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Ann Baron - Northern Colorado Community - Founded in FoCo Podcast
In the latest episode of “Founded in FoCo,” Ann Baron takes the spotlight with host Nick Armstrong to explore the art of networking for introverts and the pivotal role of personalized introductions in the professional sphere. Ann imparts her wisdom on cultivating authentic, enduring…
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Dr. Erika Michalski - Strategically Authentic - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dr. Erika Michalski is a beacon of authenticity in the consulting world, known colloquially as "Consultant Barbie". Holding a doctoral degree, she has made her mark as an internationally recognized master performance consultant specializing in talent development and employee engagement. Erika has...
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Katie Huey - Coach. Facilitator. Writer. - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Katie Huey, an innovative coach and facilitator who offers a fresh perspective on integrating comfort, compassion, and support in the face of personal and collective grief in the workplace joins Nick on this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast. The conversation delves into the nuances of human...
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Chas Greener - The Crazy Creator - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Multi-talented entrepreneur Chas Greener joins Nick on the Founded in FoCo Podcast. With a vivid recount of her journey from dance to DIY crafts, the transcript unfolds the extraordinary turn of events that led Chas to find her passion in creative content and entrepreneurship. Chas shares stories...
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Gus Vieweg - Founder & Facilitator, Improvisational Thinking - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dive into the world of improvisation as Nick is joined by Gus Vieweg, an expert in applying improv principles to enhance business skills. Gus sheds light on the misconception that improv is solely about comedy, instead emphasizing its role in fostering adaptability, active listening, and organic...
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Wen Zhang - Founder and CEO for INNW Institute - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Strategist and innovator Wen Zhang joins Nick to discuss how entrepreneurs and founders can hone their pitches to secure investments and customer buy-in. She unveils her vision of empowering technical entrepreneurs with the art of storytelling, to bring their innovations from the lab to the...
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Brittany Dawson - Certified Life, Leadership, and Career Coach - Founded in FoCo Podcast
In this episode of the Founded in FoCo Podcast, founder and CEO of Brittany Dawson Coaching, Brittany Dawson and Nick Armstrong delve deep into the realm of effective workplace learning. The conversation revolves around the importance of bite-sized, actionable training and strategic learning...
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Ron Zasadzinski - CEO of CodeGeek.net - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Ron Zasadzinski, the CEO and Founder of CodeGeek.net joins Nick for a discusson on web accessibility. With over two decades of experience, Ron shares his transition from flight instructor to tech entrepreneur and how his company, CodeGeek.net, prioritizes creating accessible websites. Delve into...
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Alison Proffit - Soulful Success Coach - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Alison Proffit of Proffit Coach and the Soulful Entrepreneur Summit joins Nick Armstrong to offer a grounded and insightful perspective on the realities of running a business, leaving the business, and returning stronger than when you’d left. Her story sheds light on the often-overlooked aspects…
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Joe Somodi - Mental Performance Coach - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Meet Joe Somodi, Mental Performance Coach! Joe just finished a new book all about how your breath can radically affect the course of your life, your ability to handle stress, and your performance at work and at play! Learn more about Joe and his new book at: https://www.joesomodi.com/ The Founded...
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Venia Logan - Socially Constructed Online - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Venia Logan, CEO of Socially Constructed Online, shares the secret sauce to building a strong community (both online and off) and why it's vital to the success of your small business to curate community! Learn more about Venia and Socially Constructed Online at…
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Robert Anderson - Colorado Enterprise Fund - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Robert Anderson shares how the Colorado Enterprise Fund ensures the American Dream of entrepreneurship is equitable and well-funded! Robert is the Business Navigation Director for the Colorado Enterprise Fund and joins Nick to discuss how small businesses and nonprofits can take advantage of a...
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Edgar Ramos + Tommy Meritt - Multicultural Business Resource Center - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Edgar Ramos and Tommy Meritt want you to start making connections in the business community - as they put it: JUST ASK! Edgar and Tommy work in the City of Fort Collins Economic Health Office supporting the Multicultural Business Resource Center. They join Nick to share insights on the Fort…
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Pam Weiser - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Pam Weiser discusses the importance of delegation, good naming conventions, and - of all things - a password manager. Pam is a fractional COO (Chief Operating Officer) and saves clients from their own chaos. She joins Nick to talk about how she works to build trust, identify problems, and grow...
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Founded in FoCo 2023 Recap - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Founded in FoCo Lead Organizer Nick Armstrong provides a recap of Founded in FoCo 2023 - there are so many folks to thank, including our wonderful team. Watch for the panel replays and more great actionable advice from the local business community at FoundedinFoCo.com!
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Margaret Hedderman of Startup Colorado - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Margaret Hedderman from Startup Colorado joins Nick on the Founded in FoCo Podcast to discuss how to support rural entrepreneurs, how Startup Colorado works across the entirety of the state to connect entrepreneurs to resources, and how city slickers can get involved to help, too. Learn more from...
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Sharon Pitkin - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Sharon Pitkin from Something Polished (https://somethingpolished.net/) talks about how to bust through writer's block, why every business owner needs to be a writer, and how to defeat anxiety when it comes to your marketing. Learn more from Sharon at: https://somethingpolished.net/ You can check...
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Jade Shebelski - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Jade Shebelski from Maven & Muse Media (https://www.mavenandmusemedia.com/) shares how she keeps multiple client voices clear in social media and how to stand out when everybody sounds the same. Learn more from Jade at: https://www.mavenandmusemedia.com/ You can check out Jade's panel at Founded…
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Rina Bindi - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Rina Bindi of Tipping Point Digital (https://tippingpointpro.com/) joins Nick to talk about how to get your ego out of the way and hire a VA and the importance of calling the right kind of SEO person. Learn more from Rina at: https://tippingpointpro.com/ You can check out Rina's panel at Founded…
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Rich Life - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Rich Life joins the Founded in FoCo Podcast to discuss the importance of initiating change from your OWN reasoning, even if you have a fantastic coach to guide you. Learn more from Rich at: https://www.youtube.com/@richliferealization You can run into Rich at Founded in FoCo here:...
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Sara Rosinsky - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Sara Rosinsky from Shiny Red Copy (https://www.shinyredcopy.com/) has much to say about sounding like a human in the ChatGPT era. Big fancy words? Nah, just go for connection. Listen in to discover how she went from standup comic to published author and paid copyeditor. Learn more from Sara at:...
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Jennifer Henderson - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Jennifer Henderson from TiLT (https://hellotilt.com/) joins Nick on the Founded in FoCo Podcast to discuss the importance of operationalizing your HR policies to make sure no employee gets left behind and the one upcoming law that every small business owner should get to know. Learn more from...
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Dayle Wickizer - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dayle Wickizer, the CEO of Intentional Results, joins Nick to discuss the transformational power of exploring your community and why it's so much healthier than isolation. Learn more from Dayle at: https://www.intentionalresultsco.com/ You can check out Dayle's panel at Founded in FoCo here:...
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LeAndra Foster - Founded in FoCo Podcast
LeAndra Foster of élän lȳfe Consulting joins Nick for a discussion about how to set healthy boundaries with making money as an entrepreneur, the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and a quick tour of the Founded in FoCo Freelancer/Solopreneur offerings this year! Learn more from LeAndra at:...
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Karl Dakin - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Karl Dakin joins Nick to talk about the local capital scene in Fort Collins, what makes for a good pitch, and how to position yourself for success when looking for funding in your business. Learn more from Karl at: https://www.dakincapital.com/ You can check out Karl's panel at Founded in FoCo...
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Chrysta Bairre - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Chrysta Bairre of Live Love Work talks about why it's OK to not be OK, especially in Fort Collins, how being transparent about mental health has helped grow trust with her clients, and how finding a community empowered her to learn more about herself! Learn more from Chrysta at:...
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Dain Johnson - Founded in FoCo Podcast
Dain Johnson has built a business around growing excellent engineers into highly-capable managers, and the benefits that come along with that are truly game-changing. At the same time, Dain shares why it's important not to take on everything yourself. Listen in and learn more from Dain at...
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Discussions with some of the best and brightest business minds in Fort Collins, around Northern Colorado, and beyond, hosted by Nick Armstong of WTF Marketing. Find more resources for your biz at: FoundedInFoCo.com.
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