Startup to Storefront

Dec 03 2024 288 ep. 40 mins 12
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STARTUP TO STOREFRONT brings the stories of stand-out companies and individuals building the future with innovative and forward-thinking ideas. Focusing on leaders and innovators who work harder AND smarter, hosts Diego Torres-Palma and Nick Conrad give the inside track into what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Diego brings his expertise to each show as an angel investor and founder of a fashion/tech company, a data analytics company, and a real estate development company. Interviewing entrepreneurs and other success stories who have built a business or a brand give our audience insight and a roadmap that will generate and motivate more entrepreneurs by simply listening to the podcast.

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Funkkoff - Sonia Hounsell and Joelle Flynn (as seen on Shark 🦈 Tank)

Dec 03 2024 18 mins  
This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re sitting down with Sonia Hounsell and Joelle Flynn, the dynamic Co-Founders of FunkkOFF!®, the lifestyle brand redefining personal and oral care with their innovative, reusable TeethRefreshers®! With decades of experience in marketing, entrepreneurship, and invention, these powerhouse women took their game-changing product from concept t

FORVR MOOD - Denis Asamoah

Nov 26 2024 27 mins  
On this week’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Denis Asamoah, cofounder of @forvrmood—a brand that has quickly become synonymous with luxury self-care. Together with his partner, Jackie Aina, Denis set out to create a brand that not only delivers high-quality candles but also represents authenticity, individuality, and inclusivity in the lifestyle space. Fo

Something Sweet - Brittney Cook

Nov 19 2024 17 mins  
This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Brittney Cook, the founder of Something Sweet Dough. Brittney’s story is one of family, resilience, and purpose. What began as a labor of love has grown into a brand known for its rich, brown butter cookie dough that brings joy to kitchens everywhere—all while honoring her late father’s legacy. For Brittney, Something Swee

Sweet Loren's - Loren Castle

Nov 12 2024 21 mins  
Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Loren Castle, the powerhouse Founder and CEO behind Sweet Loren’s. Loren’s journey began with a life-changing cancer diagnosis at just 22. Determined to take control of her health, she eliminated processed foods, creating a new lifestyle full of flavor and nutrition. A year later, she was cancer-free and realized her recipes—including h

Bioniq - Vadim Fedotov

Oct 29 2024 34 mins  
This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Vadim Fedotov, whose journey from pro basketball to health tech entrepreneurship is all about resilience and innovation. After enduring four torn ACLs and finding limited proactive health guidance, Vadim set out to change the game with Bioniq—a health optimization company focused on personalized wellness. On this episode, yo

W by Jake Paul - Woodie Hillyard

Oct 22 2024 22 mins  
On today’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we sit down with Woodie Hillyard, the co-founder and CEO of W, the antiperspirant line created in collaboration with Jake Paul. Woodie is a seasoned leader in the Consumer & Retail industries, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his time as Head of eCommerce for Casper and Chief Revenue Officer at Safely, Kris Jenner’s safe

Pricklee - Kun Yang (as seen on Shark 🦈 Tank)

Oct 15 2024 27 mins  
We’ll be speaking with Kun Yang, co-founder and CEO, about Pricklee’s remarkable journey and what’s next for their growing company. On this episode, you’ll discover: • How Pricklee went from a local startup in Boston to making a national splash on Shark Tank. • What it was like pitching their product to the Sharks, and the lessons they learned from the experience. • T

The New Bar - Brianda Gonzalez

Oct 08 2024 35 mins  
On today’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Brianda, founder of The New Bar. Growing up on Catalina Island, alcohol was a common part of social gatherings with friends and family—until a life-changing moment altered that for Brianda. When her father was nearly lost to a debilitating autoimmune disease, she sought new ways to foster the same close family conne

Guru Nanda - Puneet Nanda (as seen on TikTok)

Oct 01 2024 26 mins  
Today, we're excited to welcome Puneet Nanda, the founder of Guru Nanda, to Startup to Storefront. Puneet's journey to mainstream success is unlike any other— he's built an Ayurvedic-inspired oral care brand that has gone viral thanks to TikTok, with over 285,000 followers and $12.5 million in sales to date. From oil pulling solutions to dual chamber mouthwash, Guru Nanda’s pro

Do Twins Have Their Own Language? - Dr. Joan A Friedman

Sep 24 2024 26 mins  
We are excited to welcome Dr. Joan Friedman to this week’s episode of Startup to Storefront! 🎙️ As a renowned twin expert, Dr. Friedman has dedicated her life to understanding the emotional needs of twins and helping families navigate their unique challenges. Not only is she an identical twin herself, but she’s also the mother of five, including fraternal twins! W ith her