Al Doan
Co-founder of Missouri Star Quilt Co., a highly successful quilting company with over $100M in revenue. Known for his innovative business strategies and unique approach to e-commerce.
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May 9, 2025 • 50min
How an 88 Cent Mistake Led to a $100M Empire. (Playbook with Al Doan) | Ep. #167
Al Doan, founder of the Missouri Star Quilt Company, shares his electrifying journey of turning a small quilt shop into a quilting empire that revitalized Hamilton, Missouri. He discusses how content creation and community engagement propelled his business expansion, including 16 stores and themed experiences for quilters. Al also delves into innovative ideas for small towns, emphasizing the importance of unique identities and local hobbies to boost economies, alongside navigating local politics and fostering grassroots initiatives.
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May 1, 2024 • 50min
#073 Rolling Fun #7: Q4 Updates: Nuclear Fusion, AI for Kids, AI Manufacturing — and how founders can find lead investors
Entrepreneurs Al Doan and Bo Fishback discuss Q4 updates on nuclear fusion, AI for kids, and AI manufacturing. They touch on finding lead investors, success stories in tech startups, and the dynamics of the founder-investor relationship. The hosts explore futuristic technologies, investing in singular geniuses, and the importance of early-stage funding for groundbreaking projects.
Feb 8, 2024 • 41min
020: $100M Blueprint for Brand Growth: Content, Commerce, Community with Al Doan
Founder of Missouri Star Quilting Company, Al Doan, shares the power of physical community and the three Cs of the business’s focus: commerce, community, and content. Learn about the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a unique town. Explore the potential for building a highly profitable audience in niche markets, the allure of storytelling, and strategies for attracting more customers. Discover how direct-to-consumer brands can create meaningful connections with their communities and the benefits of attending events and masterminds. Uncover advice on avoiding missteps and embracing collaboration in entrepreneurship.
Aug 29, 2022 • 48min
Al Doan: $100M+ Quilt Mogul Who Bought Two Towns
In this conversation, Al Doan, co-founder of Missouri Star Quilt Co. and a quilting industry trailblazer, shares his journey from tech dreams to a $100M quilting empire. He discusses how he transformed two towns into vibrant tourist destinations and the secrets behind his innovative e-commerce strategies. Al also dives into the joys and challenges of family-run businesses, the importance of community engagement, and the ongoing pursuit of purpose beyond mere financial success.
May 21, 2024 • 56min
#74 Rolling Fun #8: New LPs, Mark-ups, Giant Guns for Space Cargo, How to Find a Lead Investor, Software for Manufacturing, AI for Ecomm.
Al Doan and Bo Fishback discuss new LPs, lead investors for founders, software for manufacturing, and giant guns for space cargo. Topics include entrepreneurial growth, investments in innovative startups, leveraging technology in business, and the value of mobile apps in e-commerce.
