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The First Customer

Ever wondered how to use your experience to start or grow a business? 

The First Customer intimately dissects successful entrepreneurs journeys to their first customer. Learn from practical real-life examples of regular people transforming into superheroes by starting their own business. 

Buckle up … the rocket is taking off! 

Growth Entrepreneurship Careers Sales Leadership Marketing Business
Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
27 minutes
Episodes
219
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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The First Customer - Trading Secrets of Card Collection in the Digital Age with CEO Ted Mann

The First Customer - Trading Secrets of Card Collection in the Digital Age with CEO Ted Mann

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Ted Mann, the CEO and co-founder of CollX, a platform designed to help collectors determine the value of their trading cards.

Ted shares how the idea …

00:19:50  |   Thu 27 Jun 2024
The First Customer - How to scale with mission-driven delivery with Co-Founder and CEO Brian Pickell

The First Customer - How to scale with mission-driven delivery with Co-Founder and CEO Brian Pickell

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Brian Pickell, the CEO and co-founder of KPInterface. 

Brian shares how his upbringing in the Valley Forge area and the influence of his ambitious olde…

00:22:55  |   Tue 25 Jun 2024
The First Customer - Keeping PSI Ahead of the Curve with Casandra Mann

The First Customer - Keeping PSI Ahead of the Curve with Casandra Mann

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Casandra Mann, the VP for Operations at Precision Systems Inc. (PSI).

We delved into the history and resilience of PSI's founder, Walt, who overcame th…

00:23:40  |   Thu 20 Jun 2024
The First Customer - Turning Setbacks into Success with Liberty Fox Technologies CEO Bill Evans

The First Customer - Turning Setbacks into Success with Liberty Fox Technologies CEO Bill Evans

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Bill Evans, CEO of Liberty Fox Technologies.

Bill recounts his journey from growing up in Northeast Philadelphia to establishing his own company after…

00:19:38  |   Tue 18 Jun 2024
The First Customer - Transforming an industry with Yembo CTO and Co-Founder Zach Rattner

The First Customer - Transforming an industry with Yembo CTO and Co-Founder Zach Rattner

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview  Zach Rattner, CTO and Co-Founder of Yembo.

Zach discusses his upbringing, including his formative years spent tinkering with computers in rural Vermon…

00:19:45  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
The First Customer - From Local Roots to Global Reach with Founder and CTO Jon Kinney

The First Customer - From Local Roots to Global Reach with Founder and CTO Jon Kinney

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Jon Kinney, the Founder and CTO at Headway.
 
Jon delves into his entrepreneurial roots, tracing his upbringing in Southwest Wisconsin. Growing up in a …

00:26:20  |   Wed 12 Jun 2024
The First Customer - Top Notch Personal Branding and Operations Mastery with COO Alyson Caffrey

The First Customer - Top Notch Personal Branding and Operations Mastery with COO Alyson Caffrey

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Alyson Caffrey, the dynamic COO of Operations Agency.

Alyson recounts her East Coast upbringing and how the "Northeast hustle" instilled a unique drive…

00:24:02  |   Wed 05 Jun 2024
The First Customer - The Strategic Ascent from Air Force to Tech with CPO and CTO Jeremy Gordon

The First Customer - The Strategic Ascent from Air Force to Tech with CPO and CTO Jeremy Gordon

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Jeremy Gordon, CPO and CTO of Startup Science.

Jeremy shared his background, revealing how his experience with the Air Force laid the groundwork for hi…

00:26:11  |   Mon 03 Jun 2024
The First Customer - The unconventional roadmap to being a serial entrepreneur with Founder AJ Bruno

The First Customer - The unconventional roadmap to being a serial entrepreneur with Founder AJ Bruno

This episode is extra special because I was lucky enough to interview THE AJ Bruno, Founder and CEO of QuotaPath. AJ wears many hats—he's a limited partner, podcast host, serial entrepreneur, commerc…

00:42:13  |   Tue 28 May 2024
The First Customer - Transforming Business through Compassionate Leadership with Jerry Macnamara

The First Customer - Transforming Business through Compassionate Leadership with Jerry Macnamara

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Jerry Macnamara, CEO and Founder of Proven Chaos.

 Jerry grew up just outside of Philadelphia and his entrepreneurial spirit wasn't directly influenced…

00:26:08  |   Mon 20 May 2024
The First Customer - Serial Entrepreneur Masterclass with 4x Founder Matt Watson

The First Customer - Serial Entrepreneur Masterclass with 4x Founder Matt Watson

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Matt Watson, Founder, CEO, and CTO of Full Scale.

Matt grew up around entrepreneurial parents who ran a flea market business, he gained early exposure…

00:23:54  |   Mon 13 May 2024
The First Customer - From Dot-com bubble burst to successful digital agency with Adam Trachtman

The First Customer - From Dot-com bubble burst to successful digital agency with Adam Trachtman

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Adam Trachtman, Director and Owner of Lucid Circus.

Adam's upbringing in Haverford, Pennsylvania, and his formative years at a creative and performing…

00:28:52  |   Mon 06 May 2024
The First Customer - Startup and Franchising magic with Karim Kerachni

The First Customer - Startup and Franchising magic with Karim Kerachni

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Karim Kerachni, Co-founder of Steamates and head of franchise development for Massachusetts at PropertyGuys.com.

Karim shares insights into his entrep…

00:29:44  |   Mon 29 Apr 2024
The First Customer -  The proven strategies of CEO Whitney Stowell in building a sales pipeline

The First Customer - The proven strategies of CEO Whitney Stowell in building a sales pipeline

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Whitney Stowell, Founder and CEO of Cribworks.

Whitney discusses his entrepreneurial journey from a rural upbringing to navigating the fast-paced busi…

00:23:20  |   Mon 22 Apr 2024
The First Customer - Leveraging Systems and Automation to Scale Profitably with CEO Olivia Parkes

The First Customer - Leveraging Systems and Automation to Scale Profitably with CEO Olivia Parkes

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Olivia Parkes, CEO of The Systems Boss.

Olivia shares her story of moving from the UK to Chicago, driven by a desire to pursue her dreams and create a …

00:23:22  |   Mon 15 Apr 2024
The First Customer - How to build a world-class legal firm with Iterative Improvements

The First Customer - How to build a world-class legal firm with Iterative Improvements

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Rachel King, CEO and Founder of King Law Firm.

Rachel offers insights into her journey as an entrepreneur and lawyer. Her upbringing, shaped by divorce…

00:31:16  |   Mon 08 Apr 2024
The First Customer - How to Disrupt and Improve Contact Centers with CloudWave CEO Mike Powrie

The First Customer - How to Disrupt and Improve Contact Centers with CloudWave CEO Mike Powrie

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Mike Powrie, CEO and Founder of CloudWave.

Mike delves into the genesis and evolution of CloudWave as a disruptive force in the contact center industr…

00:25:02  |   Mon 01 Apr 2024
The First Customer - Fostering Education: A Spectacular Approach to Literacy with Adrian Knight

The First Customer - Fostering Education: A Spectacular Approach to Literacy with Adrian Knight

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Adrian Knight, CEO and Founder of Spectacular Group.

Adrian delves into his journey as an acquisition entrepreneur and his unique approach to business.…

00:27:50  |   Mon 25 Mar 2024
The First Customer - How to redefine partnership dynamics with Crossbeam CEO Bob Moore

The First Customer - How to redefine partnership dynamics with Crossbeam CEO Bob Moore

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Bob Moore, CEO and co-founder of Crossbeam, a leading company in the partnership intelligence space.

Bob shares his journey, emphasizing his passion f…

00:38:17  |   Mon 18 Mar 2024
The First Customer - Building a brand by betting on yourself with the Hey Jay Founder Jasmin Alić

The First Customer - Building a brand by betting on yourself with the Hey Jay Founder Jasmin Alić

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview The Jasmin Alić, Founder of Hey Jay, and also a  LinkedIn aficionado. 

Jasmin dives deep into his journey, starting with his childhood in war-torn Bos…

00:40:02  |   Fri 15 Mar 2024
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