No Instructions

Tune in to this episode of “No Instructions”, Chad sits down with Alex Lawrence, the founder of EV Auto, a unique car dealership specializing in electric vehicles. Alex shares his background from an early car detailing business to founding EV Auto, with stories of his father’s entrepreneurial influence, early career stumbles, and big wins along the way  With locations in Utah and a mission to revolutionize the EV buying experience, Alex talks about the challenges of building a customer-centric dealership and his dreams of taking EV Auto worldwide. Want to hear what makes EV Auto stand out? Tune in to find out!

Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram, as he sits down with Dan Caffee, CEO of Voze, a B2B SaaS tool designed to boost productivity for field sales teams in the industrial sector. Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey from the early days of Driver Careers to co-founding Team and eventually launching Voze. They dive into the highs, lows, and pivotal lessons Dan has learned along the way, including the impact of the WeWork acquisition and how it changed his path. Curious about what it takes to lead a startup through intense growth and transformation? This episode has all the insights.

In this episode of “No Instructions”, Chad Ingram chats with Gentry Davies, CEO and co-founder of Crew, a banking app designed to simplify finances for families. Gentry shares his journey through tech roles at Ancestry, Divvy, and beyond, and how those experiences led him to create Crew. They dive into digital banking trends, the shift away from traditional branches, and the unique features Crew offers, like high-yield savings and joint family accounts. Curious about what makes Crew stand out and where it’s headed next? Tune in and listen to find out.

Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he sits down with Ethan Parker, the creator and host of Stick Shift. Ethan dives into his journey growing up in a military family, building businesses like Parker Planners and Giddy, and his passion for cars that started early on. He shares the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, along with balancing his career and family life. But what sparked his latest project, Stick Shift, and how does it connect to his love for cars? Tune in to find out!

In this episode of No Instructions, Chad talks with Brad Bacigalupi, founder of Red Wolf Technology. Brad shares how his competitive drive, shaped by his religious upbringing, led him from playing sports in Fresno to building a company that’s redefining mobile accessories with on-demand 3D printing. They also dive into Brad’s early ventures, including a successful exit that set the stage for his current business. Curious how his time in Italy and his engineering background fit into his journey? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Join us on today’s episode of No Instructions as Chad sits down with Chris Mann, co-founder and creative director of Goal. Originally front England, Chris shares his journey from studying at BYU to launching multiple businesses, including his design agency, Goal. They dive into Chris’s passion for cars, his love for rally racing, and what it’s like balancing entrepreneurship with his side projects. Tune in to hear how Chris navigates the differences between British and American business cultures - and why he’s so hooked on his 300-horsepower rally car.

On today’s episode of No Instructions, Chad Ingram is joined by Landon Taylor, the mastermind behind Snoball. From selling Noni juice to co-founding Skyrocket Media and launching Best Companies, Landon’s entrepreneurial journey is full of unexpected pivots. Now focused on scaling Snoball, he’s got some fresh insights on growth, word-of-mouth marketing, and the wild ride of building businesses. Tune in to hear how Landon’s turning his latest venture into a game-changer!

On this episode of No Instructions, Chad Ingram chats with Mark Walker, the brains behind SuccessFund. Growing up in Provo with entrepreneurial parents, Mark’s journey from wedding videographer to Adobe employee to bootstrapping his own business is packed with twists and turns. He shares how he built SuccessFund to help schools manage payments, all while keeping the operation lean and mean. Join us to hear Mark’s unique approach to growth, and what’s next for SuccessFund!

Tune in with Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as sits down with Ken Frei from Pura. Ken’s journey is filled with ups, downs, and lessons learned - from failed startups to leading product teams at top companies like Pluralsight and Pura. In this episode, Ken opens up about the challenges of balancing his entrepreneurial spirit with finding true fulfillment in his work. Tune in to hear how Ken navigated the highs and lows to find his groove in the tech world - it’s a story you don’t want to miss!

Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he chats with Creighton Green from Audience, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing first-party data collection. Creighton shares his unique journey from a farm in Northern Utah to co-founding a tech company, blending a rural upbringing with cutting-edge innovation. Hear about his adventurous youth, transformative LDS mission in Brazil, and the unexpected path that led to Audience’s success. Tune in for an inspiring and surprising story you won’t want to miss!

Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he chats with Greg Head from Practical Founders. Greg recounts his journey from working at a software retail store in the ‘80s to helping the startup act grow to 4 million users and selling it to Symantec. He shares his experience co-founding SalesLogix and his love for the early-stage, entrepreneurial environment. Greg also discusses why many successful software companies don’t need venture capital. Don’t miss Greg’s insider stories and insights!

Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he sits down with Daniel Sellers, the SVP of Product and Technology at Lumio. Daniel shares his journey from a childhood spent moving around due to his dad’s job, to discovering his passion for software development. Hear about his surprising pivot from industrial design and history to tech, and how he combines his love for research and human-centered design in his work. Don’t miss the episode to find out what drove Daniel to pursue a career in tech and what he’s up to at Lumio!

Join Chad on “No Instructions” as he chats with Tyler Jennings, a partner at 2.0 Ventures, about his journey from a busy childhood to leading investments in startups. Tyler shares how moving often and working hard shaped his mindset and strong work ethic. Discover his career adventures, from door-to-door sales to a decade at Legrand, and why he’s excited about his current role at 2.0 Ventures. Tune in to hear more about Tyler’s inspiring story and his latest ventures.

Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram, as he sits down with Carine Clark, a seasoned leader in Utah, currently transitioning from her role as Chief Innovation Officer at Lumio to a new CEO position (stay tuned). Carine shares her journey from growing up in Germany, navigating college challenges, to building successful products and teams at multiple businesses. She also opens up about her battle with cancer, how it refined her outlook on life, and her fearless approach to overcoming challenges. Carine’s story is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom for anyone looking to succeed against the odds.

Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he chats with Tyler Hall, an entrepreneur who sold his company and took a step back to explore new ventures. Tyler shares his journey from a childhood hustler to a successful business founder. Tyler opens up about a challenging time in his life, which profoundly impacted his outlook on life and business. Hear about his career highlights, including selling Drivably to ACV Auctions, and get insights on what it takes to build and sell a company. This episode is packed with inspiration, and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Welcome to “No Instructions'' with Chad Ingram! Tune in as he sits down with Jordon Comstock, Founder and CEO at BoomCloud, a company revolutionizing dental and optometry practices with membership programs. From humble beginnings managing his family’s dental lab to launching a successful tech startup, Jordan shares his entrepreneurial journey filled with challenges, insights, and the drive to make a difference in the dental industry. Discover how BoomCloud is reshaping the landscape of dental care on this engaging episode.

Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and guest Renato Villanueva, co-founder of Parallel, a pioneering finance solution for early-stage SMBs. Renato’s journey from Peru to fintech entrepreneurship is filled with resilience and determination, shaped by his family’s immigrant experience and his own pursuit of education and mentorship. Discover how Renato’s diverse career path, from Qualtrics, American Express, Adobe and to Divvy, led him to identify a crucial finance gap and launch Parallel. This episode offers a casual yet compelling exploration of personal history, professional growth, and entrepreneurial vision.

Tune in to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he sits down with Brock Weeks, CEO and founder of Savi Solutions, a video-based insights platform revolutionizing surveillance data analysis for businesses. Delve into Brock’s entrepreneurial journey, from his early experiences witnessing his father’s business to his decision to start Savi. Discover the insights, challenges, and inspirations that shaped Brock’s path to founding a cutting-edge tech company.

Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he delves into the entrepreneurial journey of Babe Kilgore, CEO of Nerd, a sustainable energy construction services company. Discover how Babe’s upbringing and early experiences in his stepfather’s construction business shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. From door-to-door sales to navigating legal battles and founding his own companies, Babe shares invaluable insights on taking risks, adapting to change, and finding success in the sustainable energy industry. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of perseverance.

Join us on “No Instructions” with host Chad Ingram as he sits down with Jimmy Rex from “We Are The They,” a men’s coaching company dedicated to personal growth. Discover Jimmy’s inspiring journey from real estate mogul to impactful coach, as he shares insights on overcoming childhood struggles and finding success. Join the conversation as Jimmy reveals the transformative power of self-love and the mission behind “We Are The They.”

Tune into “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram as he delves into the captivating journey of Woody Klemetson from AskElephant. From humble beginnings and overcoming challenges to making impactful strides in sales at Jive and Divvy, just to name a few, Woody’s story is one of resilience and innovation. Discover how Woody’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to create AskElephant, the ultimate business companion, and learn about the fascinating twists and turns that shaped his path.

Join Chad Ingram on "No Instructions'' featuring Zach Barney from Mobly. Explore Zach's remarkable journey, from harboring aspirations to work for the government to ultimately thriving in sales. Learn how Zach's pivot from his initial career path led to the creation of Mobly, your ultimate on-the-go productivity HQ. Tune in to uncover Zach's fascinating transition and Mobly's innovative solution for networking in the field.

Tune into “No Instructions” hosted by Chad Ingram with guest Shane Rowley from Nimbl, a full-service accounting team for small businesses. Shane’s journey from a high school graduate with an associate’s degree to working at a public accounting firm and eventually co-founding Nimbl is full of twists and turns. Discover how Shane’s entrepreneurial ubringing and professional experiences led him to where he is today. Don’t miss out on hearing the fascinating story of his path to co-founding Nimbl!

Dive into “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and today’s guest, Scott Paul, co-founder of Phi and a Utah-based VC fund partner. From selling wifi during his undergrad to successful startups like Armor Active, Scott shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights gained from investing in around 80 companies. Discover how Scott’s experiences led him to co-found Phi, a project aimed at enhancing personal well-being.

Tune into “No Instructions” with Chad and special guest Levi Lindsay, CMO at Shyft. Levi’s unique journey unfolds from aspiring stand-up comedian to entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges in sales and founding a video production company, Vid Army. Levi’s candid reflections on mental health and self-care provide valuable insights into his path of resilience and personal growth.

Join Chad on the “No Instructions” podcast as he sits down with Bubba Page, the founder of Influence.vc, a unique venture capital syndicate operating on a deal-by-deal basis. Bubba’s journey from a communications major at BYU to a successful entrepreneur is both inspiring and relatable. Hear about his highs and lows, from found companies like Launch Leads to facing challenges with Outro.com, and discover how Bubba navigated through adversity to emerge stronger than ever.

Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he chats with Brad Parker, CEO and Founder of PrivateAuto. PrivateAuto - think of Venmo, but for private auto sales, cutting out the middleman. Brad’s entrepreneurial journey, rooted in a family legacy of boat dealerships, took an unexpected turn from yacht industry software to addressing challenges in the auto industry during the pandemic. In this episode, discover the strategic insights and unique twists that shaped Brad’s business trajectory.

Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram! In today’s episode, we’ve got Dave Oldham, the CEO at Awsm. Awsm, akin to Venmo, but for equity distribution, is revolutionizing how companies reward and motivate external contributors. Dave’s entrepreneurial journey, from shadowing doctors to launching and exiting businesses, is a saga of grit and growth. Join us for this conversation and learn valuable insights on entrepreneurship.

Welcome to another episode of “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Lee Chang, CEO and Co-Founder of Ruck. Lee’s journey from his parents’ real estate influence to launching his first startup in property tech is a rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. Tune in as Lee opens up about the twists, turns, and birth of Ruck - a game-changer in the entrepreneurial landscape. From knocking on doors to creating a doordash-style service for construction supplies, Lee’s passion for Ruck is contagious.

Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Alex Burdge, CEO and Co-Founder at Shyft. Alex’s story begins with childhood inspiration from his talented dad, instilling the belief that the impossible is just an unexplored challenge. Tune in to unravel the journey from card-collecting kid to a BYU supply chain student, and the twists leading to the start of Shyft. Discover the early days and hard-knock tales of Shyft’s growth directly from Alex. Join us and learn about overcoming obstacles and forging success.

Join us on “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Johnny Hanna, CRO at Funnel Leasing, co-founder of Entrata, and founder of Homie. Ever wondered how a guy who started hustling selling baseball cards and shoveling sidewalks ended up rocking the entrepreneurial scene? Tune in as Johnny shares his journey, talks about overcoming challenges, and shares some wisdom on the hustle game.

Get cozy with “No Instructions,” hosted by Chad Ingram. Today’s guest is Jay Davis, the brains behind Pillow Cube, the ultimate sleep solution for side sleepers. With their fantastic 24x12 inch pillows, Pillow Cube helps you find the perfect pillow thickness. Jay’s journey from college to entrepreneurship, including his viral marketing success with the Color Run, is a fascinating story of following your passion.

Welcome to “No Instructions” with your host Chad Ingram. Today, we’ve got Earl Foote, the brain behind Nexus IT. Imagine a worry-free tech world where business leaders can focus on leading, not troubleshooting. Earl’s journey from the grind of a 12-year-old cleaning butcher departments to steering an 8-figure business is as real as it gets.

Join us on “No Instructions” with your host Chad Ingram. This week, we’ve got Ben Lopez from Mercato Venture Partners sharing his remarkable journey from growing up in Guatemala City to becoming a senior associate at Mercato. Ben’s story takes us from his family’s move to the U.S. to his adventures in studying chemistry, venturing into business, and finally finding his groove in the world of investment.

Kick back and tune in to “No Instructions” with your host, Chad Ingram. This week, we’ve got Josh Little, the CEO at Volley, sharing his incredible journey from a small town in Michigan to the world of entrepreneurship. Josh’s path from a music teacher to e-learning in the medical field, and his adventures in various businesses, including the video messaging app Volley, will keep you hooked. While Volley’s story has a twist, Josh’s next venture remains a mystery, and rumor has it, there might be a pickle company in the mix.

Welcome to “No Instructions” with Chad Ingram and guest Brent Thomson, the mastermind behind Blip, a cutting-edge two-sided marketplace in the billboard industry. Blip offers a user-friendly self-serve platform, adaptable to any budget. Brent’s journey, from Southern Utah to college at Arizona State and BYU, culminating in a computer science degree in 2004, led him to a serendipitous pivot into software development. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through as he shares insights on building a business and setting realistic expectations.

Join the “No Instructions” podcast with Chad Ingram as he chats with Kyle Muir with POWERBX, a workspace technology company established in 2014. Kyle’s journey has been far from straightforward, as he ventured from a restaurant-real estate hybrid to business acquisitions and even a thrilling stint in the aviation industry. Tune in to hear about his incredible experiences, including a heart-pounding moment that grounded his plane.

Join Chad Ingram as he sits down with Bennett Maxwell, CEO of Dirty Dough. From hustling at school to diving into various sales ventures, Bennett’s entrepreneurial journey is packed with valuable insights. Discover the secrets to buying a business and becoming a thriving entrepreneur.

Join Chad Ingram on the “No Instructions'' podcast as he sits down with Tyler Babb, CEO of Labl. Tyler’s journey from mowing lawns as a teenager to pursuing dreams of becoming a day trader and even considering a career as an orthodontist is a rollercoaster of entrepreneurial inspiration. Discover how Tyler’s passion for building his own company led to the creation of Labl.

Join Chad Ingram on the No Instructions podcast as he chats with Scott Smith, the CEO of Zight. Discover Scott’s fascinating journey from the world of finance and economics to his cross-country leap into the tech industry. Tune in to hear how Scott’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Zight.

Tune in to “No Instructions” with host Chad Ingram as he sits down with Jason Garcia, CEO of Holdings. Discover how Jason’s journey from the corporate world led him to become a successful entrepreneur, sharing insights and stories that inspire.

Join Chad Ingram on “No Instructions” as he sits down with Kristy Muir, Senior Associate at Pelion Venture Partners. Kristy shares her entrepreneurial journey, from managing multiple roles to make ends meet for her family while building and selling her startup in 2014. Tune in to learn about the discipline and hustle required to succeed as an entrepreneur.

Join Chad Ingram on the No Instructions podcast as he chats with John Brown, CEO and co-founder of Be Fulfilled. From nearly missing college graduation to building a thriving business with his wife, Courtney Brown, John’s journey is both relatable and inspiring. Don’t miss out on his story and the valuable insights it offers for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Join Chad Ingram as he chats with Bret Larsen, founder of eVisit, a healthcare tech giant. Bret speaks about the early days of eVisit and how they powered through tough times in this candid episode. Get ready for a chat about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the journey to success in the business world.

Zack Oates is the founder of Ovation and shares what it's like to build a business in an ever evolving industry. Ovation recently closed a round of funding and is just getting started!

Chad sits down with Brandon Wright, the CEO and Founder of Clientbook to chat about the early days of the business. Brandon share his story about leaving his job at Target to pursue a problem many retailers experience every day. As a CRM for retailers, Clientbook is using technology to help small businesses learn more from their customers. Brandon holds nothing back as he shares their early experience of a pivot before nearly running out of money.