Russ is a repeat startup founder with a consistent track record of getting companies from zero to 8 figures+ of revenue. He’s previously on the founding team at Hello Bello. 

Mike is an entrepreneur and angel investor with 10+ years experience in consumer tech and products. He’s previously a founder of PRNCPLS, Co-Founder of Cameo (acquired by Vimeo), Partner at Parlor Coffee. 

Freestyle's diapers and wipes are sold at over 1000 grocery stores around the US, including at all Whole Foods locations nationwide. See their latest designs at www dot freestyle dot world.

In This Conversation We Discuss:

• [00:48] Intro
• [01:31] Connecting with your potential co-founder
• [02:31] Establishing what differentiates you from the rest
• [03:11] Using an organic ingredient as a main component
• [03:58] The balance between co-founders & their skill sets
• [05:48] Delegation and stepping into each other’s shoes
• [07:13] Unique challenges of running a diaper brand
• [08:40] Validating the idea through market research
• [09:14] Run ambitious tests to try out if the idea works
• [10:06] Episode sponsors
• [15:13] Dedicating a budget and a strategy
• [16:20] The ideation behind building a prototype
• [17:19] Keeping the capital intact through fundraising
• [18:17] Timeline: from inception to the official launch
• [19:12] Using relevant influencers to spread the word
• [19:42] Launching limited edition merch and accessories
• [20:21] The stereotyped story of becoming a dad
• [21:05] The inspiring story Freestyle wants to deliver
• [21:58] Collaborating with the community
• [23:05] Allocating budget to re-engage audiences
• [23:38] Ensuring a seamless retail experience
• [24:12] Having multiple touch points for wider reach
• [24:44] The secret to a successful D2C business
• [25:46] Where to get high-performance diaper & wipes

Resources:

• Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube
• High-performing diapers for parents and for the planet freestyle.world/
• Follow Guest Russ Wallace linkedin.com/in/russwallace/
• Follow Mike Constantiner linkedin.com/in/mikeconstantiner/
• Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect
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• Schedule your free consultation with a Sendlane expert sendlane.com/honest

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Fellow Climate Warriors, 

ICYMI:  🎥 Check out our very first Climate Not Too Late Show with Matt Myers on the YouTubes HERE featuring guests Darko Mandich, Paul Robertson and Maricel Saenz!

🎧We’re happy to announce that the audio version of the show is now also LIVE to listen to wherever you get your podcasts. 

📻 Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Audacy, and Substack👉

🍸In this episode, we grab a drink with Darko Mandich of Melibio and Maricel Saenz of Minus. 

🎭The evening was topped off with comedic relief by the one, the only Paul Robertson! 

About Melibio: 

‘We at MeliBio know that without bees our lives on this Planet would be almost impossible. To protect the bees and support bee biodiversity, we created an alternative, science-driven approach in turning plants into honey, so that the precious keystone species could thrive. Read our State of the Bees report to learn more about the challenges bees are going through, especially 20,000 wild and native bee species whose story everyone should learn about.’

About Minus: 

Minus produces coffee using 94% less water than traditional coffee, 91% less GHG emissions, and shorter supply chains.

Minus was developed by a team of coffee-obsessed, planet-loving scientists. How did they do this exactly? They subtracted the beans, kept the caffeine, and dialed up the flavor through a precise fermentation process. Minus is dangerously smooth and consciously created; even the most discerning coffee snobs won't believe it's beanless.

What we drank during the episode: 

🐝🥃 Darko and Matt: Bees Knee’s (ft.  Melbio honey without the bees] 

☕️🥃 Maricel and Matt: Carajillo (ft. Coffee without the bean from Minus!)

🙌This episode of the Climate Not Too Late Show could not have been possible without our incredible sponsor, Air Company. 

Enjoy the show!

Companies/Startups/Things  mentioned during the show:

 Startups:

🔋 Air Company 

🔋 Melibio 

🔋 Minus Coffee 

 Places:

📍Shack15

📍Costa Rica

Things:

🌍 Climate Change and Home Runs  

🌍 Wooly Mammoth Meatballs Discovered 

🌍Plant Based Honey

🌍 Bee Extinction  

🌍 Bumble Bees 

🌍 Green Bee species 

🌍 Carajillo Coffee Cocktail recipe 

🌍 Robusta Coffee 

🌍 Arabica Coffee

🌍 Coffee Environment Impact 

Time Stamps: 

[0:12] A Special Message from Matt Myers and Air Company 

[0:45] Women and Puppies love how Matt smells with Air Company perfume 

[2:20] Introductions at Shack15 

[3:00] Matt’s Comedy Debut 

[4:12] Climate Change and Home Runs 

[4:26] Wooly Mammoth Meatballs and Matt’s Fiance’s Cooking 

 [5:10] Republic White Men News 

[6:12] Josh Juice Tickles the Ivories 

[6:50] Darko takes the stage and introduces the concept behind Melibio

[7:30] Darko explains the mission behind Melibio in a nutshell (or, in a beehive?) 

[8:08] Darko meets his dark dies 

[9:28] Matt asks a million-dollar question 

[9:50] Matt is Winnie the Pooh in the eyes of the bees 

[11:05] The connection between humans and bees 

[12:05] Are Bees being put out of Bizzzness? 

[12:55] Matt and Darko discuss what bees they identify as 

[13:33] Matt identifies as a green bee  

[14:43] Look for Melib expands to SF restaurants 

[15:15] Josh Juice Sings a Jingle with the word honey in it 

[15:40] Matt introduces Minus 

[15:55] Matt x Maricel enjoy a coffee cocktail 

[16:20] Marciel explains the science behind coffee without the bean 

[17:45] Marciel and Matt’s Passion for Coffee. 

[18:13] Coffee puts Costa Rica on the Map 

[19:08] The Caffeinated Debate: Robusta vs. Arabica Blend 

[20:03] Coffee’s Impact on the Environment 

[21:40] Minus Coffee Hits the Market this Summer 

[21:40] Matt Introduces Paul Roberstson 

[22:12] Smart people only like Paul’s jokes 

[22:53] Paul’s take on being adopted 

[24:23] Paul loves his Jewish mother who loves a bargain 

[25:46] Paul’s bit about being Asian 

[26:37] Paul explains the annotation 

[27:20] Parking cars in San Francisco 

[27:59] Ailments x Technology 

[29:42] Paul’s take on being an Asian Jew 

[30:04] Wrap 

[30:29] Josh Juice Musical Outro 

[31:10] END  

You get a job of your choice - and bam! The recruiter asks you to decide your worth - your CTC! And then you’re suddenly sweating, going numb and don’t say a thing…

Sounds familiar? Have you had this predicament?

Well, let’s get to the bottom of this in the latest episode of Workwise with Naukri – Is CTC negotiation with recruiters a losing battle? Or is there a way to get your way?

Our host Mehar Sindhu Batra explores this subject with the help of Kalpana Sachdeva who has over 17 years of experience in the recruitment industry.

Workwise with Naukri is a podcast from Naukri.com and produced by WYN Studio.

Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio demands expansion of the child tax credit to keep children out of poverty. 

• Nueva advertencia de tiempo invernal.
• Aumenta la hospitalización de menores por covid 19.
• FDA reduce el tiempo de espera para la vacuna de refuerzo.
• Corte suprema decidirá el futuro de órdenes de vacunación de Biden.
• Lo que debe hacer si pasa tiempo a la intemperie.
• Dígale adiós a su arbolito de navidad.

CTE Work-Based Learning Coordinator Jessica Brown shares internship opportunities for high schoolers on episode 17 of Talks with Tyler ISD. Students have real-world experiences in many professions. Student success stories are shared as well as information for local businesses to participate.

FOOTER: If you want to hear more news about the district, download our app in the app store or sign up for our district newsletter at get.TylerISD.news.

Howard 00:00

Hello, this is Howard Fox host of the Career Focus Series on the Success InSight Podcast. I want to welcome you to Career Focus Q & A. Our guest today is Anita Jenke , Executive Director of the Career Transition Center of Chicago. Anita joined us this year on the Career Focus series for episode 87, which was published on October 25, 2021.

We received emails from individuals who listened to the episode and they had questions for Anita, who has been gracious to come back on the show and share her answers and insights with our listeners. Anita, welcome.

Anita 00:42

Glad to be back. Thanks for having me.

Howard 00:45

Anita question, number two, what can companies do to prepare their staff before the layoff?  

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Success InSight Podcast, Career Focus Series Q&A with Anita Jenke

Howard00:00

Hello, this is Howard Fox, host of the Career Focus series on the Success InSight Podcast. I want to welcome you to Career focus Q and A. Our guest today is Anita Jenke, the Executive Director of the Career Transition Center of Chicago. Anita joined us this year on the Career Focus Series for episode 87, which was published on October 25, 2021.

We received emails from individuals who listened to the episode and they had questions for Anita, who has been gracious to come back on the show and share her answers and insights with our listeners. Anita, welcome.

Anita00:42

Glad to be back. Thanks for having me.

Howard00:45

Fantastic. So Anita, here's question number one, what are the top five to 10 things people need to do right away when they're impacted by a job?

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Hello everyone, and welcome to the Career Focus Series on the Success InSight Podcast.

The Career Focus Series supports individuals who are pursuing careers that tap into their skills and passions and introduces you to the entrepreneurs and organizations that are helping to make that dream a reality.

Our guest today is Anita Jenke.

Anita is the Executive Director of the Career Transitions Center of Chicago, a position she's held since 2009. The CTC provides career coaching and programming to empower recent college graduates and mid-career professionals seeking meaningful work.

Anita was the first development director at The Women’s Treatment Center in Chicago. She has over twenty years of experience in nonprofit management, workforce development, and fundraising. and serves on the board of The Chicago Jobs Council and the DePaul Institute for Business and Professional Ethics. She is also a member of the Career Education Advisory Council at Elmhurst College.

To learn more about Anita you can connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-jenke/

In 2020, the CTC served over 400 professionals, and 80% secured employment within 4 months--50% faster than the national average for people over 40 years old. You can learn more about obtaining affordable outplacement or career development services by visiting the Career Transitions Center of Chicago’s website at https://ctcchicago.org

The Career Focus Series on Success InSight is a Podcast Production of Fox Coaching, Inc.

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This episode features Nick Brunacini , Josh Blum and  John Vance.

We talk about the new Alan V. Brunacini Command Training Center in Phoenix, Arizona, the evolution of Blue Card having its own "home" and the future planned training.

Here is the KTAR story that talks about the mural here.

The FOX 10 (PHX) story about the mural here.

For information on upcoming events check out www.bshifter.com 

Contact Nick Brunacini at nick@bshifter.com

Contact Josh Blum at josh@bshifter.com

Contact John Vance at johnvance@bshifter.com

Associate Producer Katie Brunacini 

Cpl Morgan LeBlanc started out in the Canadian Army as a Cougar gunner in a reserve armoured unit. He then went regular force infantry with 2 PPCLI in Shilo. That eventually included successfully completing the U.S. Army’s Ranger course. Now he has his dream job as the “Peter Parker" of the Infantry School in Gagetown, New Brunswick.

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