In Episode 19 of the WHOA GNV Podcast, the Larson Brothers, Tim and Bret Larson of Opus Coffee, join us for an awesome talk on entrepreneurship, coffee, and working with each other as brothers! CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: OPUS COFFEE https://opuscoffee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/opuscoffee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opuscoffee Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/opuscoffee
Sep 17, 2018•1 hr 5 min
Jason Hurst, the Gainesville charter store for Maple Street Biscuit Company and Brandon West of PHOS Creative, a Gainesville Digital Marketing Agency stop by for another amazing conversation on creating a great culture through mission, vision, values. CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: JASON HURST https://maplestreetbiscuits.com/ BUTLER PLAZA: https://www.facebook.com/maplestreetbutlerplaza/ https://www.instagram.com/maplestreetbutlerplaza/ TIOGA: https://www.facebook.com/maplestreettioga/ Instagram: http...
Sep 10, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Happy Labor Day! This podcast episode we chat with Franky and Angelo Gennaro about the grind of dropping everything and going all in to start a business from scratch! The Gennaro Brothers talk about their old family remedy recipe that they have recreated in order to help sick people in a way that will be better for their immune systems than prescription drugs. On top of helping the sick, these brothers are also giving to charity from proceeds from their sales! We've brought these two together to...
Sep 03, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In Episode 16 of the WHOA GNV Podcast, Edward Lavagnino of the money saving application, Gift Certificates & More, and Adam Brewer of Adam's Rib Co. join us for an epic entrepreneurial discussion. We discuss the importance of perseverance especially when confronted with rejections and "no's", the sacrifices you have to make, the grit, the grind, and so much more. CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: EDWARD LAVAGNINO GIFT CERTIFICATES & MORE https://www.giftcertificatesandmore.com/ Facebook: https://...
Aug 27, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 16
If there is one band that has made a point of letting everyone know where they are from, it's Less Than Jake. In the 15th episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, it was an absolute honor to get to interview Vinnie Fiorello, drummer and lyricist of Gainesville's own Less Than Jake. Listen: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/whoa-gnv-podcast/id1381002391?mt=2&i=1000410719480 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-194669690 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW1tLSw2Z5MB6Yebj_2pDJA St...
Aug 20, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Homelessness, magic, superheroes, coding, blockchain, and MORE! Alright... This episode houses one of the most "WHOA!" stories, I've ever heard. In this 14th episode, Duncan Kabinu of Gainesville Dev Academy and James Coats of Phalanx Defense Systems join us. CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: DUNCAN KABINU GAINESVILLE DEV ACADEMY Facebook: www.facebook.com/gainesvilledevacademy/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/gainesvilledevacademy/ JAMES COATS PHALANX DEFENSE SYSTEMS Facebook: www.facebook.com/PhalanxDefen...
Aug 13, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 14
It's AUGUST! In this 13th episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, we interview Angela Renick, founder and owner of A`vie Events, Team Mom to New Scooters 4 Less, and Personal Assistant to Me, Collin Austin, lol. Then we also had Taylor Williams, Creative Rockstar of Guts & Glory GNV. CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: TAYLOR WILLIAMS GUTS & GLORY GNV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gutsandglory... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutsandglor... ANGELA RENICK A`VIE EVENTS Facebook: https://www.face...
Aug 06, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 13
For the month of July, we are interviewing couples that are BOTH business partners AND married to one another. In this 12th episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, we interview Brinn and Greg Strange of AUXO Fitness! CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: AUXO FITNESS: https://www.auxofitness.com/ Facebook: /auxefitness https://www.facebook.com/auxofitness Instagram: @auxofitnessgnv https://www.instagram.com/auxofitnessgnv CONNECT WITH MY CO-HOST, TY RUCAREAN: https://www.instagram.com/bestofgaine... LET'S BE FRIEND...
Jul 30, 2018•1 hr 4 min
For the month of July, we are interviewing couples that are BOTH business partners AND married to one another. In this 11th episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, we interview Grace and Kyle of Afternoon Restaurant, a new start-up restaurant located in Gainesville.
Jul 23, 2018•1 hr 2 min
For the month of July, we are interviewing couples that are BOTH business partners AND married to one another. In this 10th episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, we interview Carlee and Chris Marhefka, founders of Eat The 80. These two are young hustlers out to help everyone be healthier and they are two of the finest entrepreneurs we know.
Jul 16, 2018•1 hr 8 min
For the entire month of July we are bringing you couples that are not only married to one another, but ALSO partners in their businesses! Join in to hear what it's like to work/own a business with your spouse and the dynamic relationship it requires.
Jul 09, 2018•56 min
Nicole and Shane Irving from Giggle Magazine and Wellness360 Magazine kick off our husband & wife episodes! For the entire month of July we are bringing you couples that are not only married to one another, but ALSO partners in their businesses! Join in to hear what it's like to work/own a business with your spouse and the dynamic relationship it requires.
Jul 02, 2018•57 min
In this episode, Collin and Ty talk to two very different individuals! But what they do have in common is their amazing attitudes and outlook on life! Neal Anderson is a former Gator football player and he was also a professional football player for the Chicago Bears. He now lives in Gainesville with his family, while running a business and being an active part of his community. Nate Ferrel is a young boy with Mitochondrial disease, who serves as a Ambassador for Children's Miracle Network. He h...
Jun 25, 2018•57 min
In this episode, Collin and Ty talk to two self starters who are passionate about what they do. Elio Piedra is a musician from Cuba who plays music like bachata, salsa, authentic cuban music, merengue and even world fusion music. Kelly Hazouri is the Co-founder of Big Island Bowls, serving acai bowls that are full of nutrients. But more importantly, these young self starters are trying to build up their communities with their offerings.
Jun 19, 2018•57 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, Collin and Ty talk to two women who are currently hustling to build and expand their businesses. Danielle Gertner is the founder of the Gertner Grind, training the body and helping people discover their own fitness journey. Samantha Bove, the CEO of aha Pure Foods, made to inspire and educate people about the healing powers of whole, plant-based foods. Join us for a conversation about motivation and the difficulty of starting a new business right out of college.
Jun 19, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, Collin and Ty talk to two Gainesville business leaders, Alex Willis and Herb Jones. Jones is the CMO of Fracture, preserving people's favorite moments in glass. Alex Willis, CEO of Leadership Surge, as well as a speaker, entrepreneur and leader. Join us this week to learn more about leadership, ambition and what success really means.
Jun 04, 2018•1 hr 6 min
In this third episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, Ty and I interview 2 young ladies, Brooke of Addison MacKenzie Boutique and Natelle of NatelleDrawsStuff for an incredible discussion about their businesses that have really been built around the use of social media, each crushing it on different platforms. Join us!
May 23, 2018•57 min
In this second episode of the WHOA GNV Podcast, Ty and I sit down with Gator Great James Bates and the CEO of The Selling Factory, Brad Gamble. Brad Gamble, The Selling Factory https://www.thesellingfactory.com/ https://www.thesellingfactory.com/brad-gamble James Bates http://b8sypaint.com/
May 14, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Peyton Stahler from The Crocodile and Ty Rucarean from Best of Gainesville join Collin, founder and COE, Chief of Everything of New Scooters 4 Less on the NEW WHOA GNV Podcast where talk business in the city we love, Gainesville, FL.
May 05, 2018•34 min