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Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
In Episode 030 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Ben Peck, co-founder of Front Utah. In this episode, Ben discusses his path into product design and the evolution of his company, which offers inspiration and training for UX designers and product managers. The episode explores the challenges Ben encountered during the pandemic and highlights the expansion of the community he's fostered.
Check out today’s episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod
Front Utah - Inspiration & training for UX Designers and Product managers
frontutah.com
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, and Torus.
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, and Findlay McKeown.
Time Stamps:
The kiln road trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the podcast episode and the purpose of the journey across five states.
Interview with Ben Peck (00:01:08) Introduction of Ben Peck, co-founder of Front Utah, and his background in product and design leadership.
Ben's journey into product design (00:02:31) Ben Peck's journey from animation to graphic design, software design, and product management.
Challenges during the pandemic (00:13:14) Discussion on the challenges faced during the pandemic and its impact on the community and professional development budgets.
Building and growing the community (00:10:18) Lessons learned from growing the community, understanding the community's needs, and providing value through events and resources.
Creating a movement (00:19:38) Ben Peck's perspective on taking an idea and creating a movement, emphasizing the importance of time and dedication without immediate financial benefit.
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#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
In Episode 029 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Marty McDonough, CEO of Shadow Draw. Marty discusses his app, which helps users learn to draw on an iPad with step-by-step guides, highlighting its accessibility and upcoming Vision Pro feature. He shares his inspiration for creating the app, rooted in his problem-solving childhood and his co-founder's desire to learn drawing. Marty talks about development challenges, the importance of user feedback, and his vision for Shadow Draw as an educational tool with a lasting legacy. He advocates for humility and openness in the creative process.
Check out today’s episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod
Shadow Draw - ShadowDraw® for iPad and Apple Pencil has everything you need to start drawing from scratch. Enjoy hundreds of step-by-step guides and learn how easy it is to create realistic drawings from start to finish. Coming soon to Vision Pro!
shadowdrawapp.com
https://apps.apple.com/us/story/id1657757316
Location: Kiln. Lehi The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus.
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, and Findlay McKeown.
Bullets:
Introduction of the Kiln Road Trip
Goal of interviewing 100 pleasantly rebellious individuals
Interview with Marty McDonough, CEO of Shadow Draw
Discussion about the Shadow Draw app and its features
Marty's personal background and motivation for creating Shadow Draw
Challenges in developing the app
Marty's vision for the future of Shadow Draw
Importance of humility and listening to others' input in creating something new
Emotional impact of Shadow Draw on users, particularly those on the autism spectrum
Time Stamps:
The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Spencer and Josh introduce the Kiln Road Trip and its purpose to interview 100 individuals across five states.
Interview with Marty McDonough (00:00:54) Marty McDonough, CEO of Shadow Draw, discusses his app and its features, including step-by-step drawing guides.
Marty's Background and Motivation (00:04:23) Marty shares the personal motivation behind creating Shadow Draw and how it originated from his childhood experiences.
Challenges Faced (00:09:18) Marty discusses the challenges faced in developing the Vision Pro and the algorithm for capturing different drawing styles.
Emotional Impact and Legacy (00:13:47) Marty reflects on the emotional impact of Shadow Draw and his aspirations for it to become a legacy in his family.
Creating a Movement (00:16:27) Marty emphasizes the importance of humility and self-awareness in creating a successful and innovative product.
The Kiln Road Trip (00:18:21) Introduction to Kiln co-working spaces and their innovative workspaces across the western states.
Motera Campervans (00:20:08) Description of luxury campervan rental options and their suitability for road trips.
Taurus Home Energy Storage (00:20:53) Benefits of Taurus station for achieving energy independence and reducing carbon emissions.
Kiln Co-working Experience (00:21:54) Discussion on the positive experience of working at Kiln co-working space and its impact on decision-making.
Tags:
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
In Episode 028 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Josilyn Olsen, the Co-Founder & CMO of Modwella. Modwella is a company offering in-home concierge health and wellness services. This episode explores how Olsen and her company are disrupting the traditional health industry by bringing services directly into customers' homes.
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Modwella is short for Modern Wellness.
Modwella is an in-home concierge health and wellness service. We connect clients and caregivers in a way that is fulfilling, affordable and most of all convenient.
modwella.com
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, and Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, and Findlay McKeown
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
In Episode 027 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Andrew Howlett, the CEO of Struck. Andrew recounts his upbringing in Las Vegas, his transition from finance to creative industries, and the evolution of his companies. Struck, a creative agency, excels in brand transformation, while Structure focuses on designing experiential spaces, with clients like Nickelodeon and Disney. The trio reflects on shared experiences and the importance of community and strategy in business. Andrew's passion for creating unique experiences that resonate emotionally is evident as he discusses his work's impact on brand perception and customer engagement.
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Struck works with companies ready to transform their brands in the destination marketing, outdoor recreation, and biotech industries, partnering at key inflection points to boost brand awareness, engagement, and growth.
Rebranding, repositioning and fundraising preparation are particular areas of expertise.
struck.com
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, and Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clarke, and Findlay McKeown
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
In Episode 026 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Paul Shin, CEO of Tacos Together. Paul shares his vision of fostering community through events and tacos. Paul reveals his charity event, "Operation Santa's Stash," and reflects on his journey to creating Tacos Together.
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At its core, Tacos Together is community. Tacos Together started out with just a simple idea: let’s just feed cool people tacos and see what magic happens. And that’s what it still revolves around today. This is true relationship building. We don’t charge membership fees. We don’t sell your data. We don’t corner you into high-pressure sales. Just cool experiences, good tacos, and great people.
tacostogether.com
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, and Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, and Findlay McKeown
Bullets:
Introduction to the Kiln Road Trip
Discussion of Paul Shin, CEO of Tacos Together, and his vision for creating community events
Details about the Christmas event "Operation Santa's Stash" organized by Tacos Together
Paul Shin's background and the origins of Tacos Together
Discussion on the process of turning an idea into a movement
Exchange of gifts and a photo opportunity at the end of the episode
Time Stamps:
The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the Kiln Road Trip and its purpose of interviewing 100 individuals across five states.
Interview with Paul Shin (00:00:54) Introduction to Paul Shin, CEO of Tacos Together, and his work in creating human connections through fun and tacos.
Experiential Events and World Records (00:01:49) Paul Shin discusses the experiential events built for the community and breaking world records.
Operation Santa's Stash (00:03:41) Paul Shin shares the story and details of the Christmas event "Operation Santa's Stash" aimed at helping families in need.
Paul Shin's Background and Transformation (00:06:31) Paul Shin reflects on his background, personal transformation, and the realization of the importance of human connections.
The Origins of Tacos Together (00:11:24) Paul Shin explains the origin of the name "Tacos Together" and the vision behind creating a networking event with no agenda.
The Future of Tacos Together (00:16:34) Paul Shin discusses the future vision of Tacos Together and the importance of human connections at professional events.
Creating a Movement (00:20:07) Paul Shin's journey from networking to building a supportive community for Tacos Together.
Keywords:
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
In Episode 025 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Renato Villanueva, CEO of Parallel, during their Kiln Road Trip. Renato discusses his Peruvian roots, entrepreneurial influences, and experiences at Qualtrics and Divvy. He highlights the challenges of starting a business, the value of persistence, and the balance between customer feedback and vision. Renato emphasizes the need for a platform like Parallel to enhance budgeting collaboration and autonomy for leaders. He aims to redefine engineering and product development standards in Utah, seeking financial freedom and broader aspirations. The episode underscores the iterative process of innovation and the significance of customer-driven refinement.
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Parallel is an FP&A platform that seamlessly integrates headcount movements and related expenses, enhancing strategic planning and collaboration in budgeting across finance teams and department leaders.
getparallel.com
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, Findlay McKeown
Bullets:
Interview with Renato Villanueva, founder and CEO of Parallel
Focus on headcount movements and related expenses for strategic planning and collaboration in budgeting
Renato's background and entrepreneurial journey
Challenges of starting a business and the importance of persistence
Support from the Kiln community and other entrepreneurs
Motivation behind starting Parallel and the need for autonomy in budget decisions
Vision for Parallel and setting a new standard in Utah
Insights on creating something new and challenging the status quo
Emphasis on continuous iteration and improvement in innovation
Time Stamps:
The Kiln Road Trip Introduction (00:00:03) Introducing the purpose of the journey and the partnership with Kiln Motor Camper Vans and For Us.
Interview with Renato Villanueva (00:00:54) Renato's background, the creation of his company, and his journey to becoming a CEO.
Challenges of Starting a Business (00:03:55) Renato discusses the challenges and unexpected difficulties of starting and running a business.
Building a Community and Seeking Guidance (00:05:07) Renato's experience with the Kiln community and the guidance he received from other entrepreneurs.
Identifying a Market Need and Unique Approach (00:06:34) Renato explains the market need and unique approach that led to the creation of his platform.
Testing Market Fit and Financial Commitment (00:09:44) Challenges of not falling into the trap of constantly pivoting and the importance of testing market fit with financial commitment.
Empowering Business Leaders through Parallel (00:11:56) Renato explains how Parallel empowers business leaders to manage their budgets autonomously.
Empowering Autonomy and Energy Independence (00:17:08) Discussion of the core value of autonomy and energy independence with Taurus, a sponsor of the episode.
Finance Partnering (00:17:23) Discussion on the lack of tools focused on partnering aspect of finance and the need for better collaboration and messaging.
Vision and Team Building (00:18:20) Exploring the vision for the company, the type of people they aim to develop, and the pursuit of setting a new bar in Utah.
Chasing Billion Dollar Outcome (00:19:34) The aspiration for a billion-dollar outcome and the financial freedom it could provide to chase after other dreams.
Creating Something New (00:20:15) The importance of iterating nonstop, making continuous improvements, and getting the product in front of potential customers for feedback.
Tags:
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
In Episode 024 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Scott Porter, the CEO of San Diablo Churros and Vitamin T, shares his entrepreneurial journey from nursing home administration to the gourmet churro industry. He discusses his passion for Mexican culture and creating memorable brand experiences. Drawing from his diverse background, including a missionary stint in Mexico and a role in a membership airline, Scott emphasizes the importance of human connection in business. He also introduces his at-home churro kit, a pandemic innovation.
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sandiablochurros.comhttp://www.forevervitamint.com/
San Diablo Artisan Churros: Global churro authority and America's first gourmet fresh filled churros at company events, weddings, parties and wherever the churro craving hits. At-home churro kits and take & bake churros for on-demand churro fixes.
Vitamin T: Essentials for Brand Transformation. Brand Experience expert insights, consulting, and once-in-a-lifetime executive taco tour mastermind retreats
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who helped make the Kiln.Roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, Findlay McKeown
Bullets:
Interview with Scott Porter, founder and CEO of San Diablo Churros and Vitamin T
Scott's passion for creating unique brand experiences
Scott's journey from nursing home administration to the churro business
Scott's background and experience as a missionary in northeastern Mexico
Scott's eclectic career path, including founding an all-you-can-fly membership airline
Inspiration behind Scott's taco tours and first visit to Mexico
Principles of creating magical experiences for people
Application of these principles to differentiate his churros in the market
Scott's at-home churro making kit as a COVID innovation
Importance of caring as a leader and creating exceptional experiences for customers
Timestamps:
The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the podcast's road trip concept and purpose.
Scott Porter and San Diablo Churros (00:00:54) Introduction to Scott Porter, his role as the CEO of San Diablo Churros, and the unique offerings of the company.
Scott's Passion for Mexican Food (00:01:40) Scott's obsession with Mexican food, his churro business, and his brand experience consulting.
Creating Humanized Brand Experiences (00:03:35) Discussion about infusing brand experience consulting with the taco experience in Mexico City and implementing it in various businesses.
Divine Intervention and Career Evolution (00:04:13) Scott's missionary experience in Mexico, career evolution, and the influence of humanized brand experiences.
The Impetus for Taco Tours (00:07:21) The evolution of the idea for taco tours and the desire to share the magic of Mexico City with others.
Creating Magical Experiences (00:11:46) The importance of treating each other as humans and creating magical experiences in different industries.
Innovations and Pandemic Response (00:15:14) Innovations in the churro business, including at-home churro making kits, and the response to the pandemic.
Entrepreneurial Passion and Impact (00:18:38) The origins of Scott's entrepreneurial passion and the desire to create lasting positive impacts through business ventures.
Elevating Brand Experiences (00:20:05) The importance of caring enough to retool and reimagine business experiences to create lasting impacts.
Trader Joe's Human Interaction (00:21:36) Discussion about the unique human interactions at Trader Joe's and its impact on customer loyalty.
Starting Something New (00:25:48) Encouragement and advice for those wanting to create something new and unique.
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership,
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
In Episode 023 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Nate Sanders, CEO and Co-Founder of Artifact, during their Kiln Road Trip. They delve into Artifact's Origin Story and the impact it will have for businesses.
Join The Swell Pod on the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast today https://linktr.ee/theswellpod
artifact.io
Artifact's AI analyzes what customers say and do and surfaces predictive insights that ensure you know exactly what will drive customer growth and loyalty.
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who helped make the Kiln.Roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, Findlay McKeown
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Friday Apr 05, 2024
In Episode 022 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Zach Barney, CEO of Mobly, during their Kiln Road Trip. They delve into Mobly's mission to streamline the process of capturing and enriching contact information for in-person leads via a mobile app. Zach discusses the inception of Mobly, the challenges of fundraising, and the company's rapid growth. He also shares his personal background and emphasizes the importance of networking and perseverance for entrepreneurs. The episode highlights Mobly's future plans to expand their product offerings and the benefits of working in a co-working space like Kiln.
Join The Swell Pod on the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast today https://linktr.ee/theswellpod
https://www.getmobly.com/
Mobly is making it simple to capture contact info for leads you meet in person, get their data fully enriches and logged to your CRM. All from your phone.
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who helped make the Kiln.Roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, Findlay McKeown
Bullets:
Interview with Zach Barney, CEO of Mobly
Discussion on Mobly's purpose, challenges, growth, and future plans
Zach Barney's background and the inception of Mobly
Mobly's B2B SaaS platform for capturing and enriching contact info
Challenges in fundraising and team expansion
Future plans for Mobly's product and growth
Timestamps:
The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the purpose of the road trip and the challenges faced during the journey.
Interview with Zach Barney (00:00:54) Introduction to Zach Barney, CEO of Mobly, and the purpose of Mobly's B2B SaaS platform.
Mobly's Purpose and Challenges (00:01:31) Discussion on Mobly's purpose, challenges, and the pain point it addresses in capturing contact info for leads.
Inception and Challenges of Mobly (00:04:16) Insights into Zach Barney's background, the inception of Mobly, and the challenges faced in building the platform.
Mobly's Growth and Future Plans (00:09:22) Discussion on Mobly's growth, challenges in fundraising, team expansion, and future plans for the platform.
Advice for Entrepreneurs (00:12:26) Zach Barney's advice on validating ideas, taking the leap, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Using Mobly App and Networking Advice (00:17:09) Details on using the Mobly app to capture leads and Zach Barney's advice on successful networking and publicizing ideas.
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership,
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
In Episode 021 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Steve Arntz, CEO of Campfire. Steve discusses Campfire's mission to enhance connections, particularly for leaders and teams in a post-pandemic world. He shares his personal background, including his experience in education technology and his family life. The conversation delves into the founding of Campfire, pivoting from a book club business to manager training during COVID-19, and the importance of listening to customers. They also discuss the significance of being deliberate and responsive in business.
Join The Swell Pod on the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast today https://linktr.ee/theswellpod
getcampfire.com
Connection fuels success—for people and companies. Campfire empowers leaders with the conversation skills that create a culture of connection and results.
Location: Kiln. Lehi
The Kiln Road Trip: Uncovering Deep Truths with 100 Pleasantly Rebellious Humans. 10 days. 5 States. 3,580 Miles.100 Interviews! Daily episodes starting on March 5, Monday to Friday, for the next 100 days, followed by a short documentary and a book about the journey.
Thank you to the partners and sponsors who made the kiln.roadtrip possible: Kiln, Moterra, Torus
And thank you to the crew who helped us document and share the journey: Denisse Leon, Ty Cottle, Nathan Clark, Findlay McKeown
Bullets:
Interview with Steve Arntz, CEO of Campfire
Background and founding of Campfire
Mission and approach of Campfire
Importance of listening to customers and market feedback
Flexibility and pivoting in business decisions
Maintaining focus on purpose and mission in business
Features of Campfire's platform for facilitating conversations
Timestamps:
The Kiln Road Trip (00:00:03) Introduction to the Kiln Road Trip, its purpose, and the partners involved.
Interview with Steve Arntz (00:00:54) Introduction to Steve Arntz, CEO of Campfire, and the company's mission and approach.
Campfire's Mission and Approach (00:01:25) Steve Arntz explains Campfire's mission to close the connection gap and empower leaders with conversation skills.
Campfire's Delivery Approach (00:02:07) Steve Arntz describes Campfire's content, facilitators, coaches, and virtual platform for meaningful engagement and inclusion.
Steve Arntz' Background (00:02:41) Steve Arntz shares his background, childhood experiences, and early entrepreneurial venture.
Reasons for Frequent Moves (00:05:11) Steve Arntz explains the reasons behind his family's frequent moves and the economic mobility factors that influenced their relocations.
Starting Campfire (00:08:06) Steve Arntz discusses the founding of Campfire, including the initial idea, pivot from book clubs to manager training, and the business's evolution.
Pivoting the Business (00:12:16) Steve Arntz talks about the pivotal moment when they decided to pivot the business from book clubs to manager training, based on customer feedback.
Maintaining Flexibility and Purpose (00:15:08) Steve Arntz emphasizes the importance of maintaining flexibility, focusing on purpose and mission, and managing fear to drive creativity and adaptability.
Current Business Pivot (00:17:06) Steve Arntz explains the ongoing pivot of Campfire's business, opening up the platform for new opportunities and partnerships.
Deliberate and Emergent Business Approach (00:18:27) Steve Arntz discusses the importance of balancing deliberate and emergent strategies in business and life to create something amazing.
Deliberate and Intentional vs. Emergent and Spontaneous (00:18:51) Discussion about the balance between deliberate planning and spontaneous creativity during the road trip.
Leadership Development and Conversation Comfort (00:23:14) Discussion about addressing discomfort in conversations and leadership development through a reflective space in a Zoom-based platform.
Creating Something New: Impact and Determination (00:25:43) The importance of a strong "why" and the balance between doing good and doing well in creating something new or challenging the status quo.
#SwellPod, #KilnRoadTrip, #Kiln, #MotorraCamperVans, #podcast, #interview, #innovation, #resilience, #communitybuilding, #passion, #purpose, #community, #diversity, #collaboration, #thoughtleadership, #100interviews, #entrepreneur, #CEO, #leadership,