Startup Hustle Videos

April 10, 2020

Social Venturing

Have you ever heard of a non-profit restaurant? If not, tune in to this episode of Startup Hustle. Here, the Matts talked with Father Justin Mathews about social venturing. Well, we all know that profit is important in every business venture. But, here is another story. Thelma’s Kitchen, in Kansas…

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April 9, 2020

Where's My Coffee?

In this episode, we’re featuring Bo Nelson of Thou Mayest Coffee Roasters. Bo shares how his business continues to thrive despite COVID-19. Indeed, this pandemic brings out the best and worst of most businesses. Bo saw the opportunity to continue his cashflow, in the midst of this, so he acted…

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April 8, 2020

Healthy Hip Hop Update

In this episode, Matt DeCoursey welcomes back Roy Scott, CEO and founder of Healthy Hip Hop. Scott shares how Healthy Hip Hop is coping to keep the business running amidst the global health crisis. Scott is doing a tech accelerator online and raising tech funding to be able to promote…

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April 7, 2020

Food Supply Chain Issues

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey talks with Chris Kovac. Kovac is the founder of River Watch Beef, a company based in Kansas City. It produces premium grass-fed beef and delivers it directly to homes, groceries, and restaurants. Here, they discussed the interesting challenges brought by the COVID-19…

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April 6, 2020

Venture Backed Exclusion?

Business owners are reeling as the global health crisis affects their business and employees. It’s a fast-growing and widespread concern when it comes to managing money in the middle of a global pandemic. The Matts get into an interesting discussion on how small and large businesses are dealing with managing…

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April 3, 2020

PPP Loans

Matt discusses the process of applying for a PPP Loan with guest, Darrell Blackburn, COO of Full Scale. Listen to the Startup Hustle Podcast https://linktr.ee/startuphustle Full Scale https://fullscale.io Learn About Full Scale’s Services https://fullscale.io/our-services/ Stackify https://stackify.com GigaBook https://gigabook.com Find us on Instagram https://instagram.com/startuphustlepodcast Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@startuphustle Matt DeCoursey’s…

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April 3, 2020

Restaraunt Woes

In this episode of Startup Hustle, the Matts talk to Eze Redwood to get a feel of how the food industry is handling the global pandemic. With the COVID19 outbreak hitting the economy hard, restaurants and food manufacturers are taking in new measures to keep their business afloat. Some are…

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April 2, 2020

Grant Money for Startups

Matt and Matt talk to Black and Veatch's Sarah Ruhl and Ryan Pletka about their Ignite X COVID-19 Response Accelerator. Black and Veatch are awarding 250k in non-dilutive grants and in-kind services to startups that can help make any kind of impact when it comes to the COVID-19 problem. Go…

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April 2, 2020

Pet Tech Pivot

In this episode, Lisa Tamayo, CEO of Scollar, and Matt D. openly discuss the struggles that they both have faced as entrepreneurs upon dealing with the current global crisis. Lisa shared how they encountered situations in the production of their device and how they found a way around communicating with…

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April 1, 2020

Recreational Wreckage

No industry is immune to the effects of social distancing or mandated limitations on how many people can gather together. Today’s guest, Luke Wade talks with Matt and Matt about how it has affected KC Crew, a cutting edge adult sports league and special events company. For a business that’s…

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March 31, 2020

Super Food Startups

In this episode Matt and Matt continue to self isolate, with today's remote guest, Life Equals Co-founder and CEO, Kyle Fitzgerald about his super food shot. They discuss the impact that Covid-19 has had on both his business and how people view their own health as they are stuck in…

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March 30, 2020

Risk Management

In this episode Matt and Matt sit in their home offices and discuss risk management.They talk about effective ways to protect your business, employees and customers by anticipating the possibility of a crisis and develop a risk management plan. This ensures that everyone on your team understands what to do…

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March 27, 2020

Using Data Science

Data should be a force for good. That’s the goal behind mySidewalk, a data-driven community intelligence platform designed for public service. mySidewalk’s CEO Stephen Hardy sits in with the Matts to discuss everything about data science and the problems he’s trying to solve to make cities a better place to…

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March 26, 2020

Live Event Chaos

In this episode Matt D. is joined remotely by returning guest, Joel Goldberg. They discuss the unprecedented impact that the Coronavirus has had on the sports and live events industry and what obstacles the future holds. Listen to the Startup Hustle Podcast https://linktr.ee/startuphustle Full Scale https://fullscale.io Learn About Full Scale’s…

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March 26, 2020

Amazon Adjustments

In this episode the Matt's record from their remote home offices during the Covid-19 global pandemic. They are joined by returning guest Andrew Morgans as they discuss the impact Covid-19 is having on Amazon and Amazon related businesses. Listen to the Startup Hustle Podcast https://linktr.ee/startuphustle Full Scale https://fullscale.io Learn About…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 6, Headed Home

In this episode, Matt talks about his journey home in the midst of this pandemic. He considers his plans over the next few weeks as he does his part by doing a self-quarantine. He talks about the ever-changing situation and the future implications this will likely have both in business…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 5

The Coronavirus is here... and it's made quite an impact. Up to this point, you've been rolling with the punches, making quick hard decisions to protect yourself and your company. Now it's time to take a breath, look at your options and plan for the coming months. In the fifth…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 4

In this episode, Matt gives some practical tips on creative ways to pivot, reduce expenses and be socially responsible in the midst of this pandemic. He also gives a glimpse into what it is like to plan international travel as he prepares to make his way back to the U.S.…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 3

Should you send your employees home? Yes. Chances are you are going to have to anyway. In part 3 of the Corona Diaries, Matt talks about sending your team home to work, and what type of access should be allowed to the office. At this point, all businesses are being…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 2

In part 2 of the Corona Diaries Matt D. talks more about the global health Pandemic known as the Coronavirus or Covid-19, and how it is impacting the economy. He talks about how situations like this are certainly not the norm, and sometimes the best thing you can do as…

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March 26, 2020

Corona Diaries: Part 1

The Coronavirus, or Covid-19 has created a whole new set of challenges for business owners. The situation is changing rapidly requiring a rapid response. In this Episode Matt D. sits down in Full Scale's Cebu office, to talk about some of the precautions that can be taken in your business…

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March 24, 2020

Self Development

If you listened to the first episode with Frank Keck on Work Culture, you’ll learn how work culture can boost your employees’ productivity and at the same time keep them in your company. To move further, Frank Keck and Matt DeCoursey go down to the core of establishing workplace culture,…

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March 12, 2020

Work Culture

How can you create a great place where people want to work? Build an excellent work culture. In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Matt Watson welcome Frank Keck back to the studio. Frank Keck is the CEO of Core Build, a company passionate about helping organizations get…

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March 11, 2020

Digital Strategy Execution

No matter how great your strategy is, it’s is only beneficial if you take action and execute your strategy. In this episode, Matt and Joel wrap up the Digital Strategy series with Digital Strategy Execution. Listen as Matt and Joel go over not only properly implementing your plan but also…

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