Leadership, Scaling and Pivoting | James Jones

From Punk Shows to Platform Founder with Shira Yevin

Shira Yevin, founder of Gritty In Pink and INPINK.com, joins How to Startup to share her journey from fronting a punk band on the Vans Warped Tour to launching a platform that connects and empowers women and non-binary creators in the music industry. In this episode, Shira shares: ⚡ How touring and performing shaped her entrepreneurial mindset 🎸 What inspired her to launch Gritty In Pink and the INPINK marketplace and more, watch the full episode to find out!

Build a hardware Startup - Bill Beverly and Jackson Alvarez, Cofounders of Evo Electric

In this special episode of How to Startup, co-founders Bill Beverley and Jakson Alvarez of Evolectric discuss their innovative approach to accelerating the transition to electric mobility. Rather than manufacturing new electric vehicles, Evolectric specializes in retrofitting existing diesel-powered commercial fleets into fully electric vehicles—delivering a cost- effective, scalable, and environmentally sustainable solution for businesses and municipalities. During the episode, Bill and Jakson offer deep insights into:  ⚡ Translating a disruptive vision into a venture-backed clean-tech company  ⚡ Overcoming technical and market-entry barriers within the EV sector  ⚡ Securing capital and strategically scaling operations  ⚡ The economic and environmental advantages of electrifying legacy fleets Tailored for entrepreneurs, engineers, investors, and sustainability advocates, this episode provides a compelling look into the real-world challenges and breakthroughs shaping the future of clean transportation. https://evolectricnow.com

Building a Nationwide EV Charging Network - Venus Jenkins

This episode of How to Startup is truly electrifying—pun absolutely intended! We're diving into the journey of Venus Jenkins, the brilliant CEO & Co-Founder of ChargeNet Stations, who is recharging theU.S. EV landscape with a spark of innovation. With a background that ranges from nuclear chemistry (yes, we’re talking science that’s as powerful as it sounds) to hands-on infrastructure leadership, capped off with an MIT MBA, Venus brings a rare blend of technical wizardry and strategic smarts. Her story is a brilliant reminder that creativity and corporate entrepreneurship are the fuel for tomorrow’s innovations. Get ready to be inspired, laugh a little, and maybe even rethink what it means to drive change in the clean energy space! We discuss: How ChargeNet Stations is creating a seamless EV charging experience Lessons from transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship The role of first-principles thinking in energy innovation The future of sustainability and green tech If you're interested in startups, sustainability, and the future of energy, this episodeis for you!

Founding and Scaling The Bouqs Company, and Building a Startup Launchpad at M13 – John Tabis, Founder of Bouqs Co. and GP at M13

Join us for an inspiring conversation! In the 8th episode of ‘How to Startup’, John Tabis, founder of a pioneering flower brand and venture partner at M13, shares real insights from his 12-year journey of building and scaling a profitable business. Hear John discuss sustainable growth, overcoming challenges, and why true success goes beyond financial metrics. Don't miss these authentic lessons for founders and aspiring entrepreneurs!”

Leadership, Scaling and Pivoting | James Jones

In this episode, we’re joined by James Jones, founder of Bump, a platform transforming the creative economy by empowering artists and influencers to know their worth and build sustainable income streams. We discuss pivots, retention, and the journey from one-off success to long-term impact. James opens up about his own journey from lawyer to tech entrepreneur and shares valuable lessons on knowing your value, funding dynamics, and the importance of creating real value for customers. This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to make waves in the creative economy. Follow How to 'Startup' for more...