Confessions of a Founder

Season 2 of Confessions of a Founder opens with Ajay Prakash, Co-Founder & CEO of Rinse, the company turning laundry and dry cleaning into a national, tech-enabled service.Ajay goes deep on:Building and protecting company culture over 11+ yearsNavigating market ups and downs—from investor sentiment to employee moraleScaling a local service into a brand with national reachThe founder frameworks he teaches at Stanford GSBWhether you're running your first startup or planning your next big move, this episode delivers clear, actionable insight.🎧 New episodes every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

Micha Star Liberty, founder of Liberty Law and Radiant Star Coffee Roasters, shares her journey of fighting injustice and driving systemic change. In this episode, we discuss advocacy, empowering women in coffee farming, and lessons on navigating purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Content Warning: Sensitive topics, including violence, abuse, and sexual assault, are discussed.

Vivek Pandit, Co-Founder of PeduL, shares how social media and influencers are transforming recruitment for top companies like Google and Paramount. We dive into the challenges of building a three-sided marketplace, co-founder dynamics, and the impact of Gen Z on redefining business models.

Dan Kurzrock, Co-Founder of Upcycled Foods, Inc., is turning food waste into opportunity. From brewing beer to building a circular economy in food, Dan shares the challenges of scaling a mission-driven business and the importance of consumer education in the upcycled food movement. Tune in for insights every Tuesday!

In this episode of Confessions of a Founder, we talk to Serena Advani, founder of Seadrop, a zero-waste, waterless skincare brand that’s making waves in the beauty industry. Launched in 2023, Seadrop’s innovative products have been featured by The Today Show, InStyle, Women’s Wear Daily, Fast Company, and top influencers. Tune in to hear Serena’s journey, the challenges she’s faced, and her expert marketing tips for building a viral brand. #Podcast #ConfessionsOfAFounder #Skincare #Sustainability #ViralMarketing

Destin George Bell, founder of Card.io, built the “Pokémon Go of Cardio” to make fitness fun. After nearly shutting down, Shark Tank reached out, and his October 18th episode ended with a deal. In this episode, we dive into the inspiration, challenges, and triumphs of Destin’s journey. Tune in to "Confessions of a Founder with Allie Burger" every Tuesday for new insights!

Shira Yevin, Founder of Gritty In Pink, shares how she’s breaking barriers for women in the music industry—an industry where even Taylor Swift faces challenges. We dive into her founder journey, fundraising hurdles, mental health struggles, and how she’s empowering women through Gritty In Pink. Tune in for inspiration every Tuesday morning!

Turn social media into a powerhouse for your brand partnerships! In this episode of Confessions of a Founder, Rachel Maeng Brown, CEO and Founder of GEN Agency, shares her expertise on brokering deals with major brands like Netflix and Amazon. Tune in for invaluable insights on navigating corporate sponsorships and enhancing your brand’s visibility! 

How do you turn a Peace Corps idea into a multi-million dollar brand? On this episode of Confessions of a Founder, Lisa Curtis, Founder & CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods, shares her journey of raising $15M, scaling her superfood brand to 11,000+ stores, and building a global business that supports farmers worldwide. Tune in for invaluable insights every Tuesday!EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE20% off Kuli Kuli ProductsCode: CONFESSIONShttps://www.kulikulifoods.com/

Fear, by Khalil GibranIt is said that before entering the seaa river trembles with fear.She looks back at the path she has traveled,from the peaks of the mountains,the long winding road crossing forests and villages.And in front of her,she sees an ocean so vast,that to enterthere seems nothing more than to disappear forever.But there is no other way.The river can not go back.Nobody can go back.To go back is impossible in existence.The river needs to take the riskof entering the oceanbecause only then will fear disappear,because that’s where the river will knowit’s not about disappearing into the ocean,but of becoming the ocean. Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/habanera-bizet-hip-hop-remixLicense code: 1ZOZFGXYRUWN7B5C