Giggles & The Grind

Hosted by Evan Kesner & Kyle Lambert

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Mar 2024

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The lighter side of business

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March 8, 2024Episode 944 min

Ep 9. Startup Marketing | With Jeremy Boudinet

As a serial 'startup marketer' Jeremy recalls his days at Nextiva with co-host Evan while adding in his new experience with influencer marketing. Listen to learn more about how SUG + Ubiquitous have utilized co-webinars to generate some referrals for each other, as well as some of the funny and creative ways Jeremy and his team have done influencer marketing over the years. ____________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Jeremy on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boudinet/Follow him on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/boudinetjFollow Jeremy's new company, Textla: https://www.textla.comConnect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

February 16, 2024Episode 849 min

Ep 8. Linkedin Pen Pals | With Henry Talamantes

After meeting on Linkedin during the pandemic, Evan and guest Henry recall their stories as serial entrepreneurs, and how they enjoy helping other founders earlier on in their journey. _________________________________________________________Henry has led growth/sales at multiple Seed to Series B start-ups and specializes in Go-To-Market planning/execution and increasing top-line revenue. Cumulatively the companies he has founded or worked for as a CxO have raised 175M+ in venture capital and currently employ 3000+ team members.He is also deeply involved with the Ronald McDonald House and his alma mater Texas A&M, where he set an all-time fundraising record during his tenure as president of the Dallas Alumni Club.Connect with him on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrytal/Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

September 1, 2023Episode 723 min

Ep 7. Investing in CPG & Beverages | With Dimitri Keselman

After co-founding The Foundry Skincare Company, Dimitri began making venture & angel investments in CPG brands. He's specifically seen success in the beverage niche, investing in some of the hottest seltzer & non-alcoholic brands on social media. Listen to hear how he identifies strong companies to invest into, and how he uses his podcast to connect with fellow entrepreneurs __________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Dimitri on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimitrikeselman/https://www.skyviewcapital.com/___________________________________________________________________________________Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

August 25, 2023Episode 645 min

Ep 6. Entrepreneurship in California vs Miami | With Brandon Amoroso

In the midst of growing multiple businesses, including a Shopify agency and a job hiring platform, Brandon made the move from San Diego to Miami. After settling in and landing on Forbes Miami 30 under 30, Brandon reflects on the differences between the differences between the East and West coast startup ecosystems.____________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Brandon on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/brandonamoroso/Check out SCALIS: www.scalis.ai/Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

July 26, 2023Episode 549 min

Ep 5. What's a Fractional CFO? | With Jon Blair

Jonathon Blair is the Founder of Free to Grow CFO, providing outsourced & part-time CFO services for growing DTC brands. As Straight Up Growth's fractional CFO, Evan and Jon go over how they met and the difference between needing full time vs part time financial services. As a father, Jon also shares his experience starting and growing a business while growing his family. Connect with Jon & Free to Grow CFO below!Connect with Jon on Linkedin Free to Grow CFO WebsiteConnect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

July 20, 2023Episode 845 min

Extra Episode: Health Optimization for CEOs | With Gabe Galvez

Apologies for the audio on this episode. We hope you enjoy! Gabe Galvez is a serial entrepreneur and investor. Listen as he goes over how he evaluates potential companies and advice he would give to founders looking to raise. As a San Diego native, hear more about his wellness routine + how he maintains a work life balance. Connect with Gabe on Linkedin____________________________________________________________________________________Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

July 17, 2023Episode 434 min

Ep 4. The Wild West of AI | With Bobby Dietz

Bobby Dietz is a co-founder of ATTN Agency, a digital marketing agency based out of San Diego, California. Listen to him compare some parallels between the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and the cable industry, and how he's embracing this 'wild west' within his business and family life. As fellow agency owners, our co-hosts and Bobby talk about their recent employee growth, how they keep remote work 'fun' with company retreats, and when to fire a client.Connect with Bobby on LinkedinLearn more about ATTN Agency________________________________________________________________________________________Big Thank you to our sponsor IQBAR for sponsoring another episode of Giggles & the Grind! Their newest product, IQMIX product is the only hydration solution that layers on brain-functional compounds as well. Each stick pack contains 250mg of 8X-concentrated Lion’s Mane adaptogen and 750mg of Magtein® magnesium l-threonate, a clinically studied form of magnesium shown to cross the blood-brain barrier and to enhance mood, capacity for learning, memory, and focus. Shop IQ Bar: https://www.eatiqbar.comConnect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

June 29, 2023Episode 345 min

Ep 3 Biohacking Life & Business | With Will Nitze

While explaining the inspiration behind his 'brain food' alternative to protein bars, IQ Bar Founder & CEO Will Nitze explains how he implements biohacking into his business & everyday life. As a food & beverage founder, he dives deep into whether he's ever 'perfected' a product, and how to win in Costco sampling shows. Big thank you to IQ Bar for sponsoring this episode of Giggles & the Grind! Their newest product, IQMIX product is the only hydration solution that layers on brain-functional compounds as well. Each stick pack contains 250mg of 8X-concentrated Lion’s Mane adaptogen and 750mg of Magtein® magnesium l-threonate, a clinically studied form of magnesium shown to cross the blood-brain barrier and to enhance mood, capacity for learning, memory, and focus. Shop IQ Bar: https://www.eatiqbar.comConnect with Will on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-nitzeConnect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

June 27, 2023Episode 244 min

Ep 2 Manifesting Your Dream Career | With Marley Rose Harris

As a true 'digital nomad', Marley has spent her career traveling the world while teaching others how to build their own online businesses. Listen to hear how our co-hosts have taken Marley's advice to visualize their business and personal goals.Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert

June 8, 2023Episode 229 min

Ep 1 How to Work With Friends | With Nate Broughton

Nate is a serial entrepreneur, co-founding 4 digital marketing companies since graduating college. He and our co-hosts Evan and Kyle speak on their experiences hiring close friends as entrepreneurs. They all give their best tips and tricks for setting up a company culture that allows employees to have fun while working and learning. Connect with our co-hosts here: Evan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evankesnerKyle's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-f-lambert