Young Mind Big Ideas

In this episode, I sat down with Lee Willoughby, Co-founder of Bubty. Lee shared the story behind building Bubty from the ground up and what it looked like to take that journey all the way through to acquisition by Upwork. We got into the early decisions that shaped the business, how they approached growth, and what actually matters when you’re building something with an outcome in mind.If you enjoy conversations around entrepreneurship, building with intent, and what it really takes to go from idea to acquisition, you’ll get a lot out of this one. 🎙️

In this episode, I literally sat down (while getting a haircut!) with Donnie Angle, Founder of Angles Barbershop in Atlantic Beach. Donnie shared how he built a top-tier barbershop for men, women, and kids, what it takes to run a successful shop, and how he’s created a space that’s about more than just haircuts...it’s about community. If you love stories about small business success and local impact, you’ll enjoy this episode! 💈🎙️

I had an amazing chat with Mike McIntosh, the CEO of Hipstr! He shared how he transformed his big idea into a company that creates unforgettable experiences at events. We discussed how he started, what it's like leading a team that brings fun to weddings, corporate events, and brand activations, and how Hipstr became a nationwide success. If you're into event planning or love hearing about innovative ideas, you’ll enjoy this episode! 🎉

I talked with Steve Arhancet, the co-CEO of Team Liquid! He shared how he turned his big idea into one of the coolest esports teams ever. We talked about how he got started, what it’s like leading so many gamers, and how Team Liquid became a global success. If you love gaming or big ideas, you’ll love this episode! 🎮