Class E Podcast
Join us as we invite forward-thinking minds to share their stories, expertise, and experiences, all in pursuit of cultivating a dynamic ecosystem of innovative and entrepreneurial thinking.
Brought to you by the collaborative efforts of Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship alongside the esteemed Communication Studies Department at Furman University, the Class E Podcast is your go-to resource for unlocking the secrets of success in the modern entrepreneurial landscape.
Each episode is a masterclass in innovation, featuring insightful discussions with industry leaders, trailblazing entrepreneurs, and visionary educators. Whether you're a student eager to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey or an established professional seeking fresh perspectives, the Class E Podcast provides the inspiration, knowledge, and practical insights you need to thrive in today's competitive business environment.
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
One Question: How Do You Want to Spend Your Day?
There are important questions we must all ask ourselves. One major question is, “How do I want to spend my day?” In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we talked to Jason Richards '01, the Global Bu…
Making Data Analysis Usable: A Conversation with Guest Spencer Tate
Analyzing data can be a daunting task, but what if there was a more usable program to do so? In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we sat down with Spencer Tate ‘24 to discuss his and co-founder, N…
How One Musician’s Company Is in Tune with Sustainability
Our environment is important, which is why being more sustainable is key. In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we talked to Alexa Valdovinos ‘25 about her sustainable instrument reed company, Mont…
How One Company Evolves to Help Others Tell Their Stories
Change can be scary, but it can also be good. In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we talked to Nathaniel Desantis ‘19 about how his entrepreneurial path has evolved from the multimedia company, A…
Why Not Me? How This Question Launched a Creative Company
When no one gives you a chance what do you do? You create your own. And that’s exactly what Imani Grace King ‘19 did when she created Jig Productions. In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we s…
How One Start-Up Helps Connect Talented Employees to the Companies That Need Them
In this episode of the Class E Podcast, Dr. Leigh Holcomb shares her passion for helping other people achieve high success in their careers. She is the founder and CEO of Career Catalyst Edge. Dr. Ho…
How to Get and Keep Young Professionals with Kamber Parker
In honor of Women’s History Month, we talked with Kamber Parker ’17, about how she started her own company, The YoYoPro Know, to help businesses inspire young professionals as they enter and navigate…
The Recipe For a Successful Franchise
To Mochinut franchisees, Chantae Wardlaw and Anthony Maboko, entrepreneurship looks like a cross between a Japanese rice cake and a classic American donut. In this segment of Everyday Entrepreneurs, …
Dan Cockerell Shares the Magic of Unlocking People's Personal Passion and Potential
In this episode of the Class E Podcast, Dan Cockerell, a former Disney executive with 26 years of experience, shares how to bring the magic to your own leadership style and unlock the personal passio…
Jason Feifer On Creating Value, Taking Risks, & Navigating Change
Podcast host, book author, keynote speaker, startup advisor, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine, and self-described nonstop optimism machine Jason Feifer discusses the power of entrepreneurial …
David Tann on Navigating Struggles and Chasing Success
In this episode of the Class E Podcast, David Tann returns to dive further into the triumphs and challenges of entrepreneurship with host Mary Sturgill. The founder and CEO of creative consulting and…
Bryan Davis on the Hill Institute's Innovative Vision and Thriving Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
With a pioneering vision and a network of community connections, the Hill Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Furman University is innovating education. In the episode of the Class E Podc…
Erin Mehagan On Creating A Company By Women for Women
To celebrate National Entrepreneurship Day (Nov. 15, 2022), Erin Mehagan, joins us on this Episode of the Class E Podcast. After years of frustration, and altering bras to fit her changing breasts, E…
Heidi Blossom On Merging Digital Marketing and Cybersecurity
Heidi Blossom of Blossom Digital Consulting has applied her passion for entrepreneurship to address a critical issue in our digitalized world—cybersecurity. In this Everyday Entrepreneurs segment of …
How Social Media Can Boost Your Brand With Go Bananas Founder Hannah Robinson
October is National Women's Small Business Month and we're celebrating the creative entrepreneurs who took the plunge to start a small business despite gender barriers. Hannah Robinson '13 started Go…
Southern Pressed Success: Olivia Esquivel On Creating Connections and Embracing Opportunities
We're celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in this episode of the Class E Podcast. Olivia Esquivel channeled her passion for entrepreneurial thinking, collaboration, and healthy living to launch multi…
Passion and Perseverance with Thyme and Play founder Eva Vega
Through her non-profit organization THYME and Play, Eva Vega strives to remove barriers facing atypical families—but in order to find success, she first had to overcome entrepreneurial obstacles of h…
Todd Malo Shares His Experience on Laying Solid Foundations And Raising the Bar
In this episode of the Class E Podcast, Todd Malo of Mavin Construction joins us to discuss the importance of laying strong foundations, embracing innovative ideas, and balancing ambition and reality…
How One Entrepreneur Helps Students Maximize Potential Through Hands-on Learning
In this episode of the Class E Podcast, Preston Spratt tells us how his passion for teaching motivated him to approach education in a new way. He shares the story of how his venture, Strattronics Lea…
How Passion Turned Into Career with Guest Jessica Teruel
In this episode, we talked with young entrepreneur Jess Teruel who is a Greenville native that has started her own YouTube show and is the Founder of Ladies Brunch Greenville. In this episode, we dis…