Startup Hustle

Technology paves the way for the future of transport. When it comes to taking the high road, Dynamic Logistix is leading the way for faster, easier, and more efficient transport for freights and carriers. It is a software that helps you save time and cut down costs on labor and logistics. In this episode, Matt D. is joined by Jeff Auslander, CEO of Dynamic Logistix. Jeff, shares his idea on leveraging modern methods to handle the old-age issue of logistics management. One of the fastest-growing companies in Kansas City, Dynamic Logistix believes that the transportation industry, specifically shippers and carriers, should have access to 21st Century solutions to manage their logistics. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ Dynamic Logistix https://dynamiclogistix.com/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You need a programmer to scale your startup, but there is currently a shortage of skilled and experienced developers in the United States. So what now? In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey, and Matt Watson talk about the dos and don'ts of hiring programmers.   Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://gigb.co/l/YEh5   This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://fullscale.ioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Matt Watson welcome, Davin Gordon and Justin Ikerionwu who are both business development officers at AltCap. AltCap is a community development financial institution (CDFI) that aims to increase capital flow towards businesses and organizations that are not sufficiently served by mainstream financial institutions.  Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ AltCap: www.alt-cap.org GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Powell, the Executive Director of KC Collective joins Matt D. once again this time to discuss how startup founders can leverage their startup’s growth through collective collaboration.  KC Collective is a Kansas City-based organization built by startup founders for startup founders. They provide a collaborative community for startup founders in scaling their businesses. They provide them introductions to investors, mentorship, perks, partner discounts, ongoing education and resources to move their business forward. While running a business can be challenging, KC Collective makes it a little easier for the founders as they provide a thriving community to grow a startup ecosystem in KC. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ KC Collective https://kccollective.org/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have pets or you’re in the animal industry, you’ll be happy to know that there’s a smart collar that will help take care of them. Presenting to you Scollar, a revolutionary smart collar. In this episode, Matt D. is joined by Scollar, Inc.’s CEO and Co-Founder, Lisa Tamayo. Scollar is a full-stack, open platform that manages every aspect of animal care, from cats to cattle. Lisa and Matt D. talk about how Scollar started, the idea behind it, where the future of the Internet of Things (IoT) is heading, the surprising challenges of building a platform and the upcoming KC hackathon event in April 2020. They also share some motivational tips for budding entrepreneurs who are building their startups. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ Scollar: https://www.scollar.com/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustle  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hip hop has never been this healthy AND educational. Thanks to Roy Scott, CEO and Founder of Healthy Hip Hop, an ed-tech startup that sends a powerful message to children about health, fitness, literacy and financial freedom using the hip hop genre. Roy is back to share some of the latest developments in H3, the success he has achieved in the education space and their partnership with Atlanta Techstars. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ Healthy Hip Hop https://healthy.hiphop/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon has taken the concept of trading to a whole new level. It’s continuously evolving as an online market, integrating new features and continuing its momentum as a digital advertising business. And with its meteoric rise comes more opportunities for entrepreneurs to showcase their products and services.  In this episode Matt and Matt sit down with returning guest Andrew Morgans. Andrew is the founder of Marknology, an Amazon Brand Accelerator.  Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ Marknology https://www.marknology.com/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cards Against Humanity swept the country by storm. It was an instant hit for a lot of Americans. It was a fun party card game that became everyone’s pastime. Friends, families, and colleagues gathered and had fun. Joel Johnson, an entrepreneur, was also taken by Cards Against Humanity. But once the hype subsided, the game just became boring. That's why he came up with Mixtape: The Game. In this episode Matt and Matt talk to Joel Johnson, about how Mixtape got started and what's next for the game. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ Mixtape the Game https://mixtapethegame.com/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What comes to mind when you hear “Walt Disney World”? You probably think of Donald Duck, Disney princesses, fairy tales, and of course Mickey Mouse. All of these, would not be present today if not for one person, Walt Disney. Before he became one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world, this man experienced failures and challenges. In this podcast, The Matts sit and talk about DeCoursey's recent trip to Disney World and find some lessons in business along the way.  Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The threat of cyber-attacks is becoming more frequent and sophisticated each year. Leaving the unsuspecting users more vulnerable than ever. In this episode, the Matts welcome their new guest, Eric Foster President of CYDERES, a managed cybersecurity consulting company in Kansas City. CYDERES is a human-led, machine-driven security-as-a-service startup built through Fishtech Group, a digital-era cybersecurity consulting company in Kansas City. They are one of the fastest-growing startups in KC with 74 employees and counting. Learn more about: Full Scale: https://fullscale.io/ Stackify: https://stackify.com/ CYDERES: cyderes.com https://fishtech.group/cyderes/ GigaBook: https://gigabook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXy14X95mzCpGSHyDvvoVg Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustle  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.