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Startup to Storefront

Diego Torres-Palma

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STARTUP TO STOREFRONT brings the stories of stand-out companies and individuals building the future with innovative and forward-thinking ideas. Focusing on leaders and innovators who work harder AND smarter, hosts Diego Torres-Palma and Nick Conrad give the inside track into what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Diego brings his expertise to each show as an angel investor and founder of a fashion/tech company, a data analytics company, and a real estate development company. Interviewing entre ...
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, better known as Dr. B, a world-renowned gastroenterologist, bestselling author, and founder of 38TERA, a company revolutionizing the gut health space. Dr. B has built his career around one core idea: that the key to unlocking better energy, stronger immunity, and eve…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Rachel Katzman, founder of Pvolve—the clinically backed workout method that’s changing the way women train. Rachel didn’t set out to build a fitness company—she set out to find a workout that actually felt good. After struggling with traditional methods that left her in pain, she discovered functi…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, the Gen-Z founders behind Good Girl Snacks—the cult-favorite pickle brand that’s taking over your feed and shaking up the CPG space. In just one year, they went from quitting their post-grad corporate jobs to building Erewhon’s #1 pickle, selling over 10,000 jars,…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Carrie Minter Ebers, founder of Carrie’s Pilates Plus. From her early days as a successful model to building one of the most respected fitness studios in Los Angeles, Carrie’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and redefining what strength really means. She’s not just shaping bod…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re spotlighting the powerful indie film Wayward—a gripping coming-of-age thriller that dives deep into themes of defiance, self-discovery, and unexpected connection. Written, directed, and co-produced on a micro-budget by first-time filmmaker Jacquelyn Fröhlich, Wayward tells the story of Cleo, a rebellious pr…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re sitting down with Veronica Pedersen, the founder and CEO of Timeless Skin Care — a brand that’s proof you don’t need investors or a massive marketing budget to build something big. Veronica started Timeless with a single product — 100% Pure Hyaluronic Acid — and turned it into a globally recognized skincare…
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On this week’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we’re sitting down with Michael Adair, CEO and Founder of Red’s — the number one premium burrito and breakfast brand in the country. You’ve probably seen Red’s in the frozen aisle at Target, Walmart, Costco, Kroger, Publix, and just about every major retailer nationwide. What started 15 years ago in …
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Berk Bahceci, founder of Heraclea Olive Oil—a brand rooted in heritage, sustainability, and a deep love for the land. Founder Berk Bahceci rekindled his family’s olive oil legacy in an effort to preserve the rich history of their family groves. Driven by a deep connection to his roots, Berk saw an…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re toasting to life’s greatest moments with Spencer & Wyatt Hanson, co-founders of Suntide 🍊🥂 Built on the belief that life is meant to be savored, Suntide is all about simplicity—real ingredients, no pretense, and a reminder to be present. Founded by Spencer, Wyatt, and their sister Lyda, Suntide brings the c…
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Welcome to this episode of Startup to Storefront, where we spotlight entrepreneurs turning passion into thriving businesses. Today, we’re diving into the story behind SUGARED + BRONZED—a unique blend of sunless tanning and eco-friendly hair removal that’s redefining beauty in Santa Monica. Courtney Claghorn always felt her best with a tan—even thou…
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Today, we’re sitting down with Matteo Franceschetti, the founder and CEO of Eight Sleep—a company revolutionizing the way we think about rest, recovery, and human potential. Matteo has always been obsessed with performance—whether it was on the slopes as a competitive ski racer in his native Italy, on the tennis court, or behind the wheel of a race…
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Today on Startup to Storefront, we’re sitting down with Troy Taylor, a globally recognized leader in human performance and innovation. With a career spanning seven Olympic Games, Troy has worked with over 500 Olympians and 50 Olympic medalists, helping athletes reach peak performance on the world’s biggest stage. As the former High Performance Dire…
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This week on Startup to Storefront: Garrett Markenson, Founder of REVERIE Over a decade ago, industry-leading hairstylist Garrett Markenson set out to change the way we think about hair. Frustrated by the industry's approach, he created REVERIE—a brand rooted in integrity, innovation, and clean, effective formulas designed to truly nurture hair. Be…
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From Celeb Fashion to Women’s Wellness Disruption! This week on the Startup to Storefront Podcast, we’re sitting down with Alexis McClay, a powerhouse entrepreneur and philanthropist who’s been redefining industries for over 16 years. Co-founder of NAVEN, the celeb-loved fashion brand worn by icons like the Kardashians, Taylor Swift, J Lo, and Sele…
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To kick off 2025, we’re diving into CANN-uary with a brand that’s redefining the way we socialize. Our guest today is Jake Bullock, founder of Cann, the #1 leading THC-infused beverage brand in America. Jake’s entrepreneurial journey began with a bold idea: finding a better alternative to alcohol that still brings the fun but ditches the hangover. …
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re thrilled to welcome DJ Kaila Troy—an international talent whose career spans music, media, and global influence. As a DJ, Kaila has shared stages with icons like Lil Wayne, Black Eyed Peas, Nelly, Keyshia Cole, and Wyclef Jean, performing in countries across Africa, India, Dubai, France, the UK, China, and …
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re sitting down with Sonia Hounsell and Joelle Flynn, the dynamic Co-Founders of FunkkOFF!®, the lifestyle brand redefining personal and oral care with their innovative, reusable TeethRefreshers®! With decades of experience in marketing, entrepreneurship, and invention, these powerhouse women took their game-c…
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On this week’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Denis Asamoah, cofounder of @forvrmood—a brand that has quickly become synonymous with luxury self-care. Together with his partner, Jackie Aina, Denis set out to create a brand that not only delivers high-quality candles but also represents authenticity, individuality, and inclusivity…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Brittney Cook, the founder of Something Sweet Dough. Brittney’s story is one of family, resilience, and purpose. What began as a labor of love has grown into a brand known for its rich, brown butter cookie dough that brings joy to kitchens everywhere—all while honoring her late father’s legacy. Fo…
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Today, we’re thrilled to welcome back Loren Castle, the powerhouse Founder and CEO behind Sweet Loren’s. Loren’s journey began with a life-changing cancer diagnosis at just 22. Determined to take control of her health, she eliminated processed foods, creating a new lifestyle full of flavor and nutrition. A year later, she was cancer-free and realiz…
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This week on Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Vadim Fedotov, whose journey from pro basketball to health tech entrepreneurship is all about resilience and innovation. After enduring four torn ACLs and finding limited proactive health guidance, Vadim set out to change the game with Bioniq—a health optimization company focused on personalized w…
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On today’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we sit down with Woodie Hillyard, the co-founder and CEO of W, the antiperspirant line created in collaboration with Jake Paul. Woodie is a seasoned leader in the Consumer & Retail industries, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his time as Head of eCommerce for Casper and Chief Revenue Officer…
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We’ll be speaking with Kun Yang, co-founder and CEO, about Pricklee’s remarkable journey and what’s next for their growing company. On this episode, you’ll discover: • How Pricklee went from a local startup in Boston to making a national splash on Shark Tank. • What it was like pitching their product to the Sharks, and the lessons they learned from…
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On today’s episode of Startup to Storefront, we’re joined by Brianda, founder of The New Bar. Growing up on Catalina Island, alcohol was a common part of social gatherings with friends and family—until a life-changing moment altered that for Brianda. When her father was nearly lost to a debilitating autoimmune disease, she sought new ways to foster…
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Today, we're excited to welcome Puneet Nanda, the founder of Guru Nanda, to Startup to Storefront. Puneet's journey to mainstream success is unlike any other— he's built an Ayurvedic-inspired oral care brand that has gone viral thanks to TikTok, with over 285,000 followers and $12.5 million in sales to date. From oil pulling solutions to dual chamb…
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We are excited to welcome Dr. Joan Friedman to this week’s episode of Startup to Storefront! 🎙️ As a renowned twin expert, Dr. Friedman has dedicated her life to understanding the emotional needs of twins and helping families navigate their unique challenges. Not only is she an identical twin herself, but she’s also the mother of five, including fr…
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Welcome back to the podcast! This week, we’re excited to reconnect with Taylor and Casey, co-founders of CAKES Body, for an update since we last spoke to them in 2022. They’re on a mission to solve a problem many women face but few talk about—Nipple Freak Out, or as they call it, NFO. Their solution? The world’s first grippy, not sticky, nipple cov…
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On the latest episode of Startup To Storefront, we’re shining a spotlight on Rose & Caroline, the wife-and-wife duo behind Poplight, as seen on Shark Tank! 💡 The idea for Poplight came to them when they moved into their first place together. They wanted beautiful, modern wall lighting that fit their budget, but quickly realized traditional wall sco…
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Welcome back to another episode of Startup to Storefront, where we explore the journeys of innovators and entrepreneurs breaking new ground. Today, we are thrilled to have Jasmine Mooney on the show. Jasmine is a dynamic female founder who has made a remarkable shift from owning bars and restaurants to leading a cutting-edge company that creates in…
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Meet Lauren Chew: The "Accidental Entrepreneur" Behind Love+Chew Cookies 🍪 In 2018, Lauren went completely vegan and needed to rethink her diet—especially her sweet treats. She started experimenting in her tiny San Francisco apartment and, by 2019, transformed her side hustle into a full-fledged business: Love+Chew cookies. Her secret? Delicious, p…
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Last year, we had the pleasure of speaking with Gene Eidelman, co-founder of Azure Printed Homes. Now, we’re thrilled to welcome his partner in innovation, Ross Maguire, for an exciting update on the podcast! Azure Printed Homes is revolutionizing the way we think about living spaces with their cutting-edge 3D-printed small homes and backyard studi…
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When Winc, the internet's favorite wine club, filed for bankruptcy, many thought the DTC model was finished. But Neha Kumar saw something golden—true brand loyalty. 💡 She acquired Winc’s DTC arm and, through the power of scaled assets, transformed it into the lion’s share of Full Glass Wine, a $100M powerhouse with two other brands under its wing. …
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This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming two of the Co-Founders of Hiyo to the podcast! As a brand, Hiyo is on a mission to revolutionize the way we drink, advocating for healthier ways to unwind. With just 30 calories and 0% ABV per can, you no longer have to choose between feeling good and maintaining your health. Hiyo delivers on both taste a…
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Today, we're thrilled to have Chef Joe Sasto and Sean Knecht as our guests. Joe Sasto, inspired by his lifelong passion for pasta, founded Tantos, the ultimate pasta chip! Tantos is a brand that embodies the Italian expression "Tanto Si," meaning "so much yes." From a young age, Joe's talent for cooking was evident. He trained under some of the Bay…
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Join us in welcoming Chef Jasper Lynn, this week’s special guest! To celebrate the grand opening of the Rosalynn Summer Series at Little City Farm, we're giving away two tickets to Thursday's event! To enter, head over to our Instagram! The winner will be announced at 3pm on Wednesday! Chef Jasper Lynn, recognized as House of Suntory’s 2023 Rising …
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Join us as we welcome Shannon Race, co-founder of Bio.me, to our podcast this week. With over 12 years of experience in marketing and brand strategy, Shannon is currently a Principal at Starshot Ventures, where she leads investment strategy and advises portfolio brands. She also co-founded bio.me, a pioneering gut health and fiber supplement compan…
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Join us this week as we welcome the founders of Cryo Healthcare, Emilia and Jonas Kuehne, MD! Emilia and Jonas Kuehne, MD, are the visionary minds behind Cryo Healthcare, a pioneering venture that began in 2009. Their journey started in Berlin, Germany, where they discovered the transformative benefits of Cryotherapy. Driven by their passion for we…
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Please join us in welcoming our guest, Julie Sullivan, co-founder of Ground Up! Ground Up was founded in 2016 when Julie returned from Uganda, where she had been leading an employment training program for women overcoming poverty. Back in her hometown of Portland, Oregon, Julie recognized a similar need for such programs locally. Ground Up is a mis…
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Join us as we welcome this week’s guest, Alice Kao. Alice discovered climbing while living and working in London in 2008 after a difficult breakup. Inspired by the healing and self-discovery that climbing brought her, she co-founded Sender One in 2011 upon returning to the United States with her business partners. Alice hates following rules but ex…
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Join us as we dive into Maria Camila Giraldo's incredible journey to founding Fungiments! After hitting dead ends on her healing journey from a severe accident, Maria connected to a doctor who introduced her to the power of functional mushrooms. Before working with her functional doctor, Maria had gone through an array of treatments including tradi…
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Please join us in welcoming this week’s guest, Felicity Rodgers, the Co-Founder of Cargo Crew, an Australian-born, female-led, and family-run uniform brand. Since 2002, Cargo Crew has been on a mission to reinvent the modern uniform. Today, the brand proudly serves 45,000 teams across more than 80 countries, catering to both B2B and D2C sectors. Fr…
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Please join us in welcoming this week’s guest, Christy Goldsby, the visionary founder of Honey Mama’s. Christy was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, in a family of passionate cooks, bakers, and gardeners. From an early age, she experienced the kitchen as a place of creativity and joy. In 2010, her personal health journey inspired her to combine …
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Join us as we welcome Stephanie Moyal & Jake Mellman, cousins, friends, and visionary co-founders of Troop! Jake and Stephanie founded Troop with a mission to demystify mushrooms and make their incredible benefits accessible to everyone. They believe that nature, especially mushrooms, holds many of the answers we seek. In this episode, you'll disco…
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Join us as we welcome Achal Patel, Co-founder of Cabinet Health, to the podcast! Cabinet Health is a pioneering company tackling the plastic waste crisis in the $1.2 trillion pharmaceutical market. With consumers growing more conscious of their environmental impact, Cabinet Health's zero-waste solution aims to revolutionize a consumer behavior patt…
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Join us this week as we chat with Emanuel Storch, CEO of Blackbird Foods, creators of plant-based Frozen Pizza and Wings! Launched in January 2020 and Founded by chefs, Blackbird Foods started by making seitan for local restaurants. As more customers started to request the option to cook with it in their homes, they then opened their own dedicated …
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This week we welcome Jason Bronstad, CEO of MALK Organics, to the podcast. Jason is a seasoned CPG professional with 20+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry. With a successful background at leading companies like Sara Lee and Jimmy Dean, Bronstad joined MALK in 2020 as a consultant and quickly rose to CEO in June 2021. Under his l…
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On the latest pod we interview Vanessa Dew who Co-Founded and created a $200M Kombucha Empire - Health-Ade Vanessa is a dynamic force in the realm of innovation and entrepreneurship. With a passion for pushing the boundaries of what's possible, Vanessa's journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a keen eye for emerging opportuniti…
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This episode was sponsored by Riverside: Sign up today using StartupToStorefront for 15% OFF -- https://creators.riverside.fm/StartupToStorefront Introducing this week's special guest, Marci Hopkins! She's a remarkable figure in the world of inspirational and educational television, hosting a show that reaches over 2.8 million viewers monthly on CB…
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Exciting news! This week's podcast guest is Lauryn Bodden, the winner of Netflix’s first season of Snack vs. Chef! Lauryn wowed us all as she competed alongside 12 chefs, channeling her inner food scientist to recreate classic snacks and invent her own original creations. After her victory, Lauryn launched S’NOODS, a deliciously crunchy snack noodl…
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This week, we're thrilled to sit down with Megan Roup, the inspiring founder of The Sculpt Society! Launched in 2017, Megan's decision to turn her passion for fitness into a full-time career led to the creation of The Sculpt Society, a revolutionary platform that embodies her belief in the transformative power of movement for personal growth and we…
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