From 3D Printer to Multimillion-Dollar Brand: The Playbook for Turning Simple Ideas Into Real Revenue – Without Chasing the Spotlight

In this episode of Founder2Founder, host Aaron Spivak sits down with Jay Conohan. Jay Conohan is the founder of The Loud Cup Company, a serial entrepreneur, inventor, and proud father of three. With a relentless drive to figure things out, he’s built his career on resilience, hard lessons, and a willingness to bet on himself. From launching the Bath n Play, to juggling multiple ventures while holding a day job, Jay has faced failures head-on and turned them into stepping stones. He believes in fairness, brutal honesty, and proving people wrong when they count him out. With no degree but an unstoppable mindset, he’s built a life around innovation, family, and pushing limits—both in business and beyond.

Jay dives into the critical moments that shaped his path, from making tough financial decisions to refining operations and leadership. He breaks down the mindset shifts that helped him scale and the lessons he learned along the way. This conversation is packed with real insights on what it takes to grow a business against the odds. Don’t miss this deep dive into the mindset and strategies behind real entrepreneurial success.

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Chapters:
03:07 Early Entrepreneurial Experiences and Lessons Learned
05:51 The Impact of COVID on Business Ventures
08:59 The Birth of the Bath and Play Product
11:53 Networking and the Founders Club Experience
15:02 The Role of Support Systems in Entrepreneurship
17:59 Navigating Success and Self-Discovery
21:01 Finding Purpose Beyond Business
23:49 The Importance of Relationships in Business
27:09 Facing Fears and Embracing Growth
29:33 The Innovative Cup: A Unique 3D Printing Experience
31:10 Building Connections: The Power of Networking
32:43 Kickstarter Journey: From Concept to Launch
34:10 Trusting the Process: Lessons in Entrepreneurship
38:40 Scaling Up: The Transition from Kickstarter to E-commerce
41:13 Achieving Rapid Growth: From Zero to Seven Figures
44:43 Navigating Success: Balancing Business and Personal Life
54:42 Reflections on Opportunity Cost
57:53 Strategic Partnerships and Growth Potential
01:01:35 The Power of Networking and Self-Awareness
01:03:40 Lessons from Business Setbacks
01:10:41 Turning Challenges into Opportunities
01:19:11 Finding Purpose After Success
01:26:28 Messages to My Younger Self

Guest Links:
Loud Cup Company: www.loudcup.com @theloudcup
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conohan/

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