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The Build

The Build

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 Philadelphia author Joe Taylor Jr. interviews entrepreneurs and innovators about growing their companies, overcoming challenges, and finding the strength to bring new ideas to market.Copyright Podcast Taxi Careers Economics Personal Success
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  • 44. Stretch (featuring Shannon Binns of Sustain Charlotte)

    44. Stretch (featuring Shannon Binns of Sustain Charlotte)
    Jan 29 2019
    Managing change isn’t always easy. For industrial engineer and climate change policy expert Shannon Binns, the need to manage change became apparent when he moved to fast-growing Charlotte, North Carolina and observed a major lack of planning in the city’s sustainable growth plans.

    This observation inspired Shannon to start a journey of a thousand one-on-one conversations with locals about how the region was planning to handle a surge in population, business, and development. Sustain Charlotte was formed and the company quickly turned into the promise for a sustainable future in one of America’s fastest-growing metros. It’s the story of Sustain Charlotte on The Build.

    To view full transcript and expanded show notes: https://bit.ly/3LyGNjG

    Key Takeaways
    [1:32] All about Charlotte, North Carolina through the eyes of Shannon Binns.
    [4:33] Thinking about sustainability in one of America’s fastest-growing metros.
    [7:47] Turning a hobby concept into a team-run organization on a mission.
    [14:53] Funding a grant, membership, and consultation hybrid business model.
    [17:34] Upholding the original vision of Sustain Charlotte while navigating the company’s growth.
    [20:41] Natural demographic shifts that support the mission of Sustain Charlotte.
    [23:06] Playing the consequence-free convener role for a wide variety of stakeholders.
    [25:40] Conservation vs. sustainability and helping businesses understand the implications of both.
    [28:37] Looking ahead to the smart-growth future of Sustain Charlotte.
    [31:29] Starting up a similar effort in any community starts with one-on-one conversations.
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    37 mins
  • 43. Found (featuring Cody and Colton Tapoler of The Lost Bros)

    43. Found (featuring Cody and Colton Tapoler of The Lost Bros)
    Jan 15 2019
    Entrepreneurial inspiration can be found anywhere. Brothers Cody and Colton Tapoler found their inspiration at one of the happiest places on earth — Disney World. Combining Cody’s creative skills and Colton’s operational expertise, the brothers have created park-related merchandise that is more in line with their sensibilities and turned their love of pop culture and theme parks into a thriving fashion and lifestyle brand.

    The Lost Bros is a fast-growing company and they aren’t slowing down anytime soon. From music and trip planning to their goal of partnering with Disney itself, there isn’t an end in sight to the success that these entrepreneurs have found. It’s the story of The Lost Bros on The Build.

    To view full transcript and expanded show notes: https://bit.ly/3PzwizR

    Key Takeaways
    [1:34] Introducing the passion that evolved into a full-blown lifestyle business.
    [6:09] Keeping ahead of the consumer demand for all things Disney.
    [9:50] Leveraging the urgency that comes with carrying limited-quantity merchandise.
    [11:53] Growing the Lost Boys team while honoring their core values.
    [14:43] The creative process that turns concepts into marketable designs.
    [19:07] Interacting with fans and keeping on good terms with the parks.
    [22:40] Scaling to The Lost Bros means growing without an upper ceiling and not burning out.
    [26:18] Must-see Disney attractions in 2019.
    [28:55] Brothers building a business versus building a brand.
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    35 mins
  • 42. Hospitality (featuring HEX Coffee)

    42. Hospitality (featuring HEX Coffee)
    Jan 7 2019
    HEX Coffee is a hospitality company that doesn’t just serve coffee. By focusing on unique experiences that exceed customer expectations, Hex Coffee has grown to a brand that is roasting their own beans, managing a physical cafe, and shipping products across the country.

    These three partners have positioned themselves in a place of growth and acceptance in the expanding Charlotte, North Carolina community. They admit that they’ve made plenty of mistakes and learned important lessons along their entrepreneurial path and they have tips on how to turn anyone into a lover of high-quality coffee. It’s the story of Hex Coffee on The Build.

    To view full transcript and expanded show notes: https://bit.ly/3yWmqKR

    Key Takeaways
    [1:30] Introducing HEX Coffee and their journey from pop-up shop to roasting in their own space.
    [7:32] Are Americans asking for more than ever from their relationship with coffee?
    [9:47] Growing the skills and setting the milestones required to build a large-market coffee business.
    [13:47] Defining roles, hiring staff, and sharing responsibilities within a growing company.
    [20:16] All about the Coffee Shot.
    [28:06] Carving out a niche in a growing community starts with forming a loyal customer base.
    [30:20] Looking ahead to the future of HEX Coffee.
    [34:17] Overcoming obstacles in order to keep moving forward.
    [40:45] Developing a taste and a love for good coffee.
    [44:20] Bringing people together is a dream come true at HEX Coffee.
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    47 mins
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