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Вміст надано Andrew Lee Miller. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією Andrew Lee Miller або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
Funded, Now What?! is the only podcast where startup founders who've recently raised millions of dollars get live, no-fluff growth and marketing advice from 20-year startup marketing expert Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups). Each episode delivers a front-row seat to real founders navigating real post-raise challenges, and Andrew drops tactical strategies they (and you) can use to grow faster, smarter, and leaner. If you’re a startup founder figuring out how to grow your company, this is your free weekly session with a fractional CMO who’s scaled dozens of VC-backed startups to 8–9 figures. Want to hire Andrew to help your startup? Meet with him here: https://calendly.com/growthexpertz/letschat Follow Andrew on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups
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Вміст надано Andrew Lee Miller. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією Andrew Lee Miller або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
Funded, Now What?! is the only podcast where startup founders who've recently raised millions of dollars get live, no-fluff growth and marketing advice from 20-year startup marketing expert Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups). Each episode delivers a front-row seat to real founders navigating real post-raise challenges, and Andrew drops tactical strategies they (and you) can use to grow faster, smarter, and leaner. If you’re a startup founder figuring out how to grow your company, this is your free weekly session with a fractional CMO who’s scaled dozens of VC-backed startups to 8–9 figures. Want to hire Andrew to help your startup? Meet with him here: https://calendly.com/growthexpertz/letschat Follow Andrew on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups
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1 TFNW Podcast Epsde 31: Marketing Strategies That Actually Drive Growth with Sakura’s Elin Breitholtz 54:45
In this episode of The Funded, Now What?! startup podcast, startup marketing expert and GrowthExpertz.com founder Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Elin Breitholtz, the visionary founder and CEO of Sakura, a wellness platform tackling the emotional health crisis through a two-sided mental health marketplace. Elin shares her journey from personal struggle to startup mission, and how she’s now bridging the gap between wellness practitioners and individuals, while also targeting B2B clients seeking scalable employee wellness solutions. But the real gold in this episode? It’s the marketing strategy teardown Andrew delivers, packed with practical, battle-tested tactics specifically for B2B and B2C mental health apps, two-sided marketplaces, and wellness-focused platforms. You’ll learn: -How to build both B2B and B2C funnels without burning out your team -Why SEO and ChatGPT-powered content are a force multiplier for early-stage startups -The do’s and don’ts of App Store Optimization (ASO) -How to use user intent signals to dominate paid ads and app discovery -When and how to activate practitioners as your marketing army -Why community building isn't just a nice-to-have — it's your long-term moat Andrew also breaks down: -Why most startups waste money on paid ads way too early -How to test messaging fast with lean, scrappy tactics -The real reasons apps fail to scale past 10,000 users -This is a must-listen for founders in wellness, mental health, SaaS, or mobile apps looking to sharpen their growth strategies and learn from one of the top minds in startup marketing. 📩 Want to work with Andrew? Visit www.GrowthExpertz.com 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/3x4mkJYAL_c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , Andrew Lee Miller discusses all things startups, marketing and fundraising with Russian/Dutch startup founder Anastasia Kuskova , CEO of Sirius , an AI-powered sustainability intelligence platform helping metals, mining, and energy companies move beyond outdated ESG dashboards and into live, contextual decision-making infrastructure. Before founding Sirius, Anastasia was Head of Sustainability at a multibillion-dollar mining company, co-developed a battery traceability platform with Glencore and Tesla, and helped shape global frameworks through the World Economic Forum’s Mining & Metals Platform. She’s also been named one of the 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining — and Sirius recently won the COP29 Sustainable Innovation Challenge. Now, with $3.8M raised and momentum building, Anastasia opens up about the real challenge: marketing a highly technical product in a traditional, skeptical industry. Andrew breaks it down and gives her (and you) a tactical marketing game plan that includes: ✅ Why messaging must be casual and specific to build trust ✅ How to avoid the trap of “automated outreach” in niche markets ✅ When to bring in outside marketing help — and why sooner is better ✅ How to leverage humor, data, and PR to supercharge sales ✅ The importance of sustainability-as-a-revenue-driver storytelling From investor psychology to scaling through content and strategic outreach, this episode is packed with advice for any founder tackling old-school industries with new-school tech. 🔗 Learn more about Sirius: besirius.com 📣 Connect with Anastasia: Anastasia on LinkedIn About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the only podcast where recently funded founders get live, no-fluff growth advice from 20-year startup marketing expert and Fractional CMO Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups). Each week, founders walk away (and you do too) with powerful, practical marketing strategies that help scale their company — fast. About the host: Andrew Lee Miller is a seasoned startup marketing expert, founder of GrowthExpertz- Fractional Agency, and a global keynote speaker with nearly 20 years of experience driving early-stage growth. He has helped lead three successful startup exits and specializes in digital marketing, growth hacking, and scaling tech businesses in the early-stages. Andrew is also the author of The Startup Growth Book and the host of The Funded... Now What? podcast, where he shares insights on navigating post-funding challenges and accelerating startup success. About GrowthExpertz: GrowthExpertz is a boutique consulting firm in San Francisco that does two things really f$cking well: Marketing and Recruitment for tech startups. We're industry agnostic and play in both B2B and B2C, SaaS, Marketplace, Mobile Apps, AI and much more. Led by two senior operators with over 30 years of combined experience scaling early-stage companies, we plug in fast, cut through the noise, and deliver outcomes that actually move the needle—whether that’s building a full-stack growth strategy or hiring your first 10 mission-critical roles. We work exclusively with startups and tech-driven businesses that need expert-level guidance without the fluff—fractional, project-based, or full-scale support. No bullsh!t. Just velocity and real results. Meet with us: www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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1 Funded, Now What? Ep. 29: Talking Startup Marketing with Matt from ClearCOGS Who Raised $3.8M to Bring AI to Restaurants 53:41
Most founders can build. Some can fundraise. But almost none know how to market, until they get advice from someone who’s done it for 20 years. In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , startup marketing veteran and GrowthExpertz founder Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Matt Wampler a former restaurateur turned AI startup CEO and Founder of ClearCOGS who’s raised $3.8M to bring predictive analytics to restaurants. Matt is not only f*cking awesome, but after building a solid product and landing investors, Matt has some incredible questions for Andrew on marketing, hiring marketers and what channels to focus on, and even what Andrew thinks about "shitty linkedin messaging" and working with fractional consultants. That’s where Andrew steps in — with hard-hitting, high-ROI marketing advice based on 20 years of helping early-stage startups grow. In this jam-packed session, Andrew breaks down: Why automated outreach is NOT killing your brand The "casual copywriting" technique to increase email replies Why founders shouldn’t do their own marketing — and how to hire smart How to segment, message, and approach restaurant owners The difference between branding for tech vs. non-tech audiences What every founder misunderstands about “targeted spam” When to bring in fractional experts instead of wasting $$$ on bad hires If you're a startup founder who's still stuck on traction — this episode is your wake-up call. 🎯 👉 Learn more about how Andrew helps founders: www.GrowthExpertz.com 👉 Learn more about Matt and his AI startup ClearCOGS.com 📩 Want fractional marketing firepower? Let’s talk. Book a call with Andrew here: https://calendly.com/growthexpertz/letschat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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1 From Quant Genius to Million Dollar Founder: Andrew Teaches Nosible AI’s Founder How to Scale 53:53
In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Stuart Reid , the high-IQ, ultra-technical Founder & CEO of Nosible AI — a revolutionary new search engine built specifically for AI agents. Stuart’s background is pure quant brilliance — think hedge funds, deep infrastructure, and cutting-edge AI innovation. But like many technical founders building next-gen tools, Stuart faces a critical question: “Now that I’ve built it…and it got funded, now what?!?” That’s where Andrew steps in. This episode is a masterclass in translating complex tech into customer traction. Andrew helps Stuart step outside of his engineering mindset and into a growth-first approach — teaching him how to: ✅ Build irresistible case studies that open doors ✅ Speak differently to quant funds vs. AI devs vs. media companies ✅ Use scrappy PR and outreach tactics to spark early adoption ✅ Rethink the website as a conversion engine, not just a brochure ✅ Treat marketing like product: test, learn, refine Plus, Stuart shares how he raised capital for Nosible, what makes their AI-native search so different from Google, and how he’s navigating the startup world from his home base in South Africa. "If your genius is stuck in your head or your pitch deck, it’s not going to scale. Let’s fix that." – Andrew If you're a highly technical founder who needs a reality check on growth — or a marketer trying to help one — this is your episode. 🔗 Nosible AI Website 🔗 Nosible AI on LinkedIn 00:00 – Meet Stuart: Quant Background + AI Vision 02:59 – What Nosible Actually Solves 06:04 – Early Markets: Quants, Media, AI Devs 09:00 – Raising Capital & Investor Feedback 11:58 – South Africa vs. US Startup Realities 14:46 – Stuart Gets a Marketing Crash Course from Andrew 22:26 – Creating Case Studies that Actually Convert 25:32 – Segmented Messaging for Different Audiences 29:15 – The Right Way to Do PR When You’re Pre-Product 34:56 – Why Website Optimization is Step One 40:54 – Networking and Finding Early Adopters 44:36 – Budgeting a Smart Marketing Launch 49:46 – Competing with Giants: Positioning Against Google About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it. Hosted by Andrew Lee Miller About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller ( @andrewstartups ) founded GrowthExpertz.com , a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Why Fractional Consultants? Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Some of our clients include: 🟢 DataDistillr.com (raised $10M off our work) 🟢 CanWeApp.com (acquired) 🟢 WithDouble.com (30% growth in 90 days) 🟢 Retention.com (formerly GetEmails, now $30M ARR) 🟢 CrownDating.com (exit to Match Group) 🟢 Denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) 🟢 Zedge.net (100M+ installs) 🟢 Different.com.au (leading Aussie proptech startup) 🟢 Fly.com (300% traffic increase in 12 months) 🟢 OpenInvest.co (acquired by Chase) Want to learn more about how we help startups scale for less? 📩 contact@growthexpertz.com 📅 Book a call: www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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1 You Can’t Sell to SMBs and Enterprise the Same Way” — Andrew’s Scalable Sales Advice for Hey Libby AI 2:45
In this episode, Andrew Lee Miller shares a critical post-funding sales strategy with Tony Small, CEO of Hey Libby, that could dramatically accelerate their growth — segmentation by customer size. “You’ve got to separate your prospects into two buckets — big multi-location chains and solo operators — because the messaging, outreach, and sales motion should be completely different.” Andrew explains how trying to sell to gyms, spas, and wellness centers all with one strategy can stall momentum. Instead, he suggests a two-pronged outreach engine: ✅ For SMBs: Go direct with high-volume cold outreach — short emails, strong social proof, and a “click here to try it now” CTA. ✅ For Larger Chains: Target decision-makers with personalized outreach, consultative sales, and ROI-driven case studies. Use warm intros and partner channels wherever possible. “Small businesses want instant solutions. Enterprises want risk mitigation. Speak their language — and your close rate skyrockets.” 🔥 If you’re post-funding and looking to scale sales without burning your runway, this is one clip you need to hear. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: Funded, Now What?! — Episode 27 with Tony Small of Hey Libby 🔗 Hey Libby on LinkedIn Growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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1 Episode 27: HeyLibby.ai Just Raised $4.5 million to Revolutionize Gyms/Spas with AI. Now what?! 44:06
In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Tony Small , the Founder & CEO of Hey Libby — an AI-powered customer support startup that's just raised $4.5 million to help gyms, spas, and wellness centers automate communication, improve client experience, and grow faster with an incredible AI tool that answers comms in every way you can think of, but better than you can imagine. With a laser focus on customer experience, Tony shares the startup’s journey to product-market fit, what it took to close their latest fundraising round, and how they’re scaling in an industry that’s ripe for transformation. Andrew provides tactical startup marketing advice to help Tony ramp up growth — including creative acquisition strategies, smart messaging tweaks, and the potential for a white-label go-to-market motion. Tune in as we cover: ✅ How Hey Libby is transforming communication in the wellness industry ✅ Lessons from fundraising: resilience, feedback, and real investor insight ✅ Strategies for finding and dominating your niche ✅ The power of white-label AI for unlocking scale ✅ Why founders need to experiment with cold outreach, social, and more ✅ Andrew’s growth playbook for scrappy B2B SaaS startups If you’re a founder building in AI, vertical SaaS, or looking to improve customer acquisition with real automation — this episode delivers the mindset, tools, and strategy to move faster. 🔗 Learn more about Hey Libby: www.heylibby.ai LinkedIn: Hey Libby on LinkedIn About the show: Funded, Now What?! i s the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Why Fractional Consultants? Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Some of our clients include: 🟢 DataDistillr.com (raised $10M off our work) 🟢 CanWeApp.com (acquired) 🟢 WithDouble.com (30% growth in 90 days) 🟢 Retention.com (formerly GetEmails, now $30M ARR) 🟢 CrownDating.com (exit to Match Group) 🟢 Denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) 🟢 Zedge.net (100M+ installs) 🟢 Different.com.au (leading Aussie proptech startup) 🟢 Fly.com (300% traffic increase in 12 months) 🟢 OpenInvest.co (acquired by Chase) Want in? 📩 contact@growthexpertz.com 📅 Book a call: www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Pascal Weber, Co-Founder of Manukai — a deep tech ETH spin-off that just raised a $3M oversubscribed seed round to solve one of the most critical bottlenecks in modern manufacturing: CNC machine programming. While the world rushes to digitize, manufacturing still leans heavily on manual labor — especially in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, where skilled labor is increasingly scarce and efficiency is lagging behind modern AI capabilities. Manukai is changing that, building proprietary AI models that automate complex, high-precision processes and unlock massive efficiencies in global production lines. Pascal shares the vision behind Manukai, their early traction with industry giants like Bosch, and how they’re tackling one of the most outdated-yet-essential processes in industrial manufacturing. Andrew steps in with sharp, tailored launch marketing strategies to help Pascal and his team break through in a conservative, relationship-driven industry. Tune in as we cover: ✅ How Manukai raised $3M pre-seed in a technical, niche category ✅ The labor shortage crisis in CNC machining — and why it matters now ✅ How to launch and scale AI products in traditional industries ✅ Pascal’s approach to product development with enterprise customers ✅ Tactical growth advice from Andrew on GTM strategy, positioning & credibility building If you’re building in deep tech, working on AI for industry, or just fascinated by the future of manufacturing — this is a rare look inside a truly disruptive startup poised to reshape the supply chain. 🔗 Learn more about Manukai: About the show: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Why Fractional Consultants? Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Some of our clients include: 🟢 DataDistillr.com (raised $10M off our work) 🟢 CanWeApp.com (acquired) 🟢 WithDouble.com (30% growth in 90 days) 🟢 Retention.com (formerly GetEmails, now $30M ARR) 🟢 CrownDating.com (exit to Match Group) 🟢 Denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) 🟢 Zedge.net (100M+ installs) 🟢 Different.com.au (leading Aussie proptech startup) 🟢 Fly.com (300% traffic increase in 12 months) 🟢 OpenInvest.co (acquired by Chase) Reach out! Let's work. 📩 contact@growthexpertz.com 📅 Book a call: www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Kelley Satoski the inspiring Founder & CEO of Pelva Health — a mission-driven startup revolutionizing pelvic health care for women through tech-enabled, compassionate solutions. Kelley shares the powerful origin story behind Pelva Health and how she’s working to fix a broken system that fails millions of women. From identifying a huge market gap to building a scalable model for care, Kelley brings vision and heart to one of the most overlooked areas in healthtech. Andrew also delivers expert-level launch and marketing advice to help Kelley position Pelva Health for breakout success, including how to build trust, drive adoption, and go from mission to momentum. Tune in as we cover: ✅ The massive unmet need Pelva Health is solving — and why now is the moment ✅ How Kelley validated her market and built early traction ✅ Go-to-market strategies in a sensitive, underserved space ✅ Tactical advice on messaging, trust-building, and acquisition ✅ The critical mindset shifts founders need in early-stage healthcare startups If you care about women’s health, healthtech innovation, or building purpose-driven companies with massive upside — this is one to bookmark. 🔗 Learn more about Pelva Health: Website: www.pelvahealth.com LinkedIn: Pelva Health on LinkedIn About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders who want to hear about the marketing challenges, and solutions post-funding. How do you grow your company without blowing it once the big show is on? It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical marketing advice on how to spend it (or not) scaling! About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Learn more at www.growthexpertz.com Why Fractional Consultants? EASY, you will fail less, save more, more faster and scale correctly. Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Some of our clients include: 🟢 DataDistillr.com (raised $10M off our work) 🟢 CanWeApp.com (acquired) 🟢 WithDouble.com (30% growth in 90 days) 🟢 Retention.com (formerly GetEmails, now $30M ARR) 🟢 CrownDating.com (exit to Match Group) 🟢 Denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) 🟢 Zedge.net (100M+ installs) 🟢 Different.com.au (leading Aussie proptech startup) 🟢 Fly.com (300% traffic increase in 12 months) Want in? 📩 contact@growthexpertz.com 📅 Book a call: www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
🎙️ In this episode of the GrowthExpertz Funded, Now What?! Podcast your host AndrewStartups sits down with Wei-Chi Lee, the Co-Founder & COO of PHNXX a cutting-edge Australian startup that's just raised $1.8 million to create the world's first "Grid In a Box" portable solar power stations. Their modular, AI-integrated solutions help traditional old school industries transition toward a greener, more sustainable future. With over a decade of experience in the energy, mining, oil, and gas sectors, and a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Wei-Chi is leading the charge in embedding renewable energy and sustainable technologies into industries that desperately need innovation. At PHNXX, he spearheads operational, financial, business development, and strategic efforts—building partnerships, securing funding, and ensuring every solution they deliver is tailored, scalable, and impactful. Tune in as we dive into: ✅ How PHNXX is transforming legacy industries through AI and modular tech ✅ Wei-Chi’s journey from the energy sector to cleantech entrepreneurship ✅ The importance of collaboration and team empowerment in a deep-tech startup ✅ Fundraising lessons and navigating complex client and stakeholder relationships ✅ Why sustainability isn’t a buzzword—it’s the future of operational efficiency Of course, Andrew shares tactical startup growth advice throughout the episode to help any founder make the most of their funding round. If you're a climate tech enthusiast, founder, or investor looking for scalable solutions to today’s biggest environmental challenges, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews *recently funded* founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Why Fractional Consultants? Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Learn more: www.growthexpertz.com/letschat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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1 The Funded, Now What?! Podcast Episode 23: Revolutionizing LATAM E-commerce with AI Agents! David Tafur, Founder of YaVendió! 46:28
In this episode of the Funded Now What podcast , host Andrew Lee Miller interviews David Tafur, the founder of Yavendió!, a startup revolutionizing e-commerce in Latin America through AI agents that autonomously sell products via WhatsApp. They discuss the challenges of fundraising in the region, the importance of networking with other founders, and the strategies Yavendió! employs to acquire customers and drive sales. David shares insights on the company's growth plans and the role of influencers in the e-commerce landscape, emphasizing the need for a strong business case and proof of concept when seeking investment. In this conversation, Andrew and David discuss various strategies for building a successful startup, focusing on community engagement, outbound marketing, partnerships, and the importance of PR. They explore how to leverage social media and innovative lead generation techniques to attract larger clients and build long-term relationships. The discussion emphasizes the significance of trust and personal connections in business, particularly in the Latin American market, and offers practical advice on creating a marketing mega list to enhance outreach efforts. Key Takeaways: ✅ Outbound marketing strategies can be automated for efficiency. ✅ Partnerships with complementary businesses can drive growth. ✅ Targeting larger clients can lead to long-term success and stability. ✅ Innovative lead generation methods can enhance customer acquisition. ✅ In-person connections are crucial for building trust in business. ✅ Utilizing PR effectively can boost brand awareness and credibility. ✅ Creating a marketing mega list can streamline outreach efforts. ✅ Social media can be a powerful tool for direct engagement with potential clients. ✅ Understanding the local market dynamics is essential for success. What You Should Focus On: 00:00 Introduction to Yavendió! and Its Mission 02:58 The Functionality of AI Agents in E-commerce 06:03 Customer Segmentation and Business Model 08:56 Navigating Fundraising in Latin America 11:55 The Journey from Concept to Cash Flow 14:56 Plans for Growth and Product Development 17:59 Customer Acquisition Strategies and Insights 20:47 Engagement Through Community Building 22:43 Leveraging Outbound Marketing Strategies 24:12 Partnerships and Collaborations for Growth 26:26 Targeting Larger Clients for Long-Term Success 30:36 Innovative Approaches to Lead Generation 32:49 Building Trust Through In-Person Connections 35:15 Utilizing PR and Media for Brand Awareness 39:34 Creating a Marketing Mega List Learn more about how Andrew and the GrowthExpertz team help startups scale with fractional support in Marketing, Sales, Business Development and Partnership at www.growthexpertz.com Connect with Andrew: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups Learn more about YaVendió! https://www.yavendio.com/en/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Adesuwa Omoruyi , the dynamic Founder & CEO of Accrue , a game-changing fintech startup based in Nigeria that's making wealth-building accessible to the masses across Africa. With a deep passion for financial inclusion and technology-driven solutions, Adesuwa founded Accrue to empower users with seamless access to global investments, automated savings, and financial literacy tools. Her mission? To help everyday Africans break free from economic limitations and build generational wealth through smart, tech-powered finance. Tune in as we discuss: ✅ The fundraising journey & securing capital as a female founder in her 20s in Africa! (NOT EASY!!!) ✅ The challenges and opportunities of building a fintech startup in Nigeria.✅ How Accrue is democratizing investing and savings for underserved markets.✅ Lessons from leading a fast-growing startup in a complex regulatory environment. And of course, GrowthExpertz CEO and 20-year startup marketing Andrew Lee Miller shares tons of marketing advice too! If you’re a startup founder, fintech enthusiast, or investor, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss! About the show: The Funded, Now What?! Podcast is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders, dives deep into how they raised millions, and then provides unique insights into what to do next after securing startup funding. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz , a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies that want top-tier C-level talent in Marketing, Tech, HR & more—without paying massive salaries. If you're a product and engineering-focused founder you are going to SCREW UP sales and marketing, it's just that simple. No one can do everything and instead of trying to save money bringing in Junior talent that you still need to manage, working with growthexpertz allows you to get fractional acccess to expert-level talent in Marketing, Sales, Bizdev, Partnerships and even Recruiting that enable you to scale, for less, without making costly mistakes, and without a ton of your management time. Our clients have 1hr weekly meeting with an expert, and then sh*t just gets done while they focus on product, fundraising, clients and customers etc. In the past decade, we've helped over a dozen startups achieve 8-9 figure valuations, several exits, and nearly 100 successful projects. Email contact@growthexpertz.com to get our case studies and references. Why Work With Fractional Consultants? Fractional Consultants are an efficient solution for early-stage and funded startup founders looking to drive growth while managing costs. Research from Harvard Business Review indicates that companies leveraging fractional executives often see up to a 50% increase in key growth metrics due to the cost-effective expertise and strategic execution they provide. Work with us to get instant access to C-level talent in Sales, Marketing, Recruitment, Partnerships, Business Development and more. Some notable clients: www.sembly.ai (scaling fast) www.greyskiesinc.com (from launch of website to 7-fig in ARR)www.canweapp.com (exited)www.withdouble.com (grew 30% in first 3 months)www.getemails.com (now retention.com doing $30M ARR)www.CrownDating.com (exit to Tinder/Match Group)www.denizen.io (BBVA Incubator)www.zedge.net (100M+ installs)www.different.com.au (now one of the largest startups in Oz)www.fly.com (300% increase in traffic in 12 months)www.openinvest.co (acquired by Chase) We are industry-agnostic but often focus on SaaS, Fintech, Marketplaces, Online Dating, Consumer Mobile Apps, and more. Want to work with us? Email contact@growthexpertz.com or book a call at www.growthexpertz.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Funded, Now What?!

1 The Funded, Now What Podcast🎙 Episode 21: AndrewStartups Interviews a Real AI About Raising $8M—Meet BoardyAI! 20:03
In this groundbreaking episode of Funded, Now What?! , host Andrew Startups sits down with an actual AI that converses and answers him in real-time! Prepare to have your mind blown as BoardyAI, the world’s first AI to successfully close an $8M funding round—without any human help . That’s right—Boardy raised capital independently, by meeting with investors himself and in this interview, he breaks down exactly how he did it. Tune in as we discuss: ✅ How an AI successfully raised $8M —and what founders can learn from it. ✅ BoardyAI’s top fundraising strategies for startups and entrepreneurs. ✅ The future of AI-led decision-making in business . ✅ How startups can leverage AI like Boardy to scale faster and smarter. And then of course Andrew Lee Miller gives unique fundraising and startup growth advice based on his 20 year career. This is not just another AI conversation—it’s an inside look at how AI is reshaping the startup landscape in real-time. 🚀 Want to learn more? Check out BoardyAI at Boardy.ai . Need expert help with Marketing, Sales, BizDev, and Partnerships ? Connect with Andrew and the GrowthExpertz team at growthexpertz.com . Buy a copy of Andrew's latest Growth Hacking book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Funded, Now What?!

In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host AndrewStartups sits down with Louise Thomas, the Founder & CEO of Air Aware Labs, a London-based startup revolutionizing air quality monitoring with AI. Fresh off securing pre-seed funding, Air Aware Labs is scaling AirTrack , an AI-powered solution delivering personalized air quality insights to help people make healthier choices and reduce exposure to harmful pollutants. Tune in as we discuss: ✅ How Louise and her team secured funding to scale Air Aware Labs. ✅ The game-changing role of hyperlocal tracking of air pollution. ✅ Why air quality is a silent but deadly global health crisis. ✅ The biggest challenges in building a clean tech startup. ✅ How startups can turn data into impactful, scalable marketing solutions. And of course, Andrew shares actionable startup marketing strategies you won’t hear anywhere else! If you’re a founder, investor, or startup leader passionate about sustainability, health, and AI-driven innovation, this episode is packed with insights you can’t afford to miss. 🎙 About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth leaders. We interview recently funded entrepreneurs and deep dive into how they raised millions—and what they should do next to scale. Are you a founder that's recently raised capital and wants to be on the show? Get in touch marketing@growthexpertz.com 🚀 Want to level up your startup’s growth with strategy and execution help from expertz? Book a call with Andrew and the team at www.growthexpertz.com . Learn more about Air Aware Labs: https://www.airawarelabs.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Funded, Now What?!

1 Episode #19 Adam Callinan's Next Big Thing! After a 8-figure exit he's starting something new. 41:04
In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host AndrewStartups sits down with Adam Callinan , the founder of Pentane , a firm that helps brands drive predictable revenue and intentional profit . Before that, Adam co-founded BottleKeeper , a bootstrapped consumer brand that scaled to $8M in sales in just three years —with no employees —before selling in a massive eight-figure exit with just a four-person team. Adam is also a contributor to INC , host of the Growth Mavericks podcast , and a dedicated entrepreneur, investor, and outdoorsman. Tune in as we discuss: ✅ How Adam built and scaled BottleKeeper without a full-time team. ✅ The key strategies behind an eight-figure exit . ✅ Why profitability and intentional growth matter more than vanity metrics. ✅ The biggest mistakes early-stage founders make when scaling. ✅ How brands can predictably drive revenue with the right growth strategies. And of course, Andrew shares actionable startup marketing advice you won’t hear anywhere else! If you're an entrepreneur, startup founder, or growth-focused leader looking to scale smart and exit strong , this episode is packed with game-changing insights. 🎙 About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth leaders. We interview recently funded entrepreneurs and deep dive into how they raised millions— and what they should do next to scale. 🚀 Want to level up your startup’s growth? Book a call with Andrew and the team at www.growthexpertz.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Funded, Now What?!

1 The Brazilian Founder Who Raised $10m to Save the World With The Rainforest. Meet Stephani Saverio, of Nintx! 45:14
In this episode of Funded, Now What?! , host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Stephani Saverio , the visionary Founder & CEO of Nintx, a pioneering biopharma startup in Brazil that just raised $10 million to revolutionize medicine.With over 25 years in pharma leadership at global giants like Merck, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Knight Therapeutics, Mr. Saverio brings a wealth of experience in R&D, deal-making, and launching over 300 products worldwide. Now, at the helm of Nintx, he’s developing the next generation of medicines rooted in Brazil’s rich biodiversity, tackling multifactorial diseases through cutting-edge biotech and gut microbiome research. Tune in as we discuss: ✅ The fundraising journey & securing $10M in capital and how he did it. ✅ The power of Brazilian biodiversity in biotech innovation! ✅ How genetics, nutrition, and lifestyle shape disease treatment. ✅ Lessons from leading $500M+ in acquisitions & licensing deals. And obviously, Andrew shares a ton of marketing advice too.If you’re a startup founder, biotech enthusiast, or investor, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss! About the show: The Funded, Now What?! Podcast the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders because it’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders, and gets deep insight into how they were able to raise millions, and then gives them unique insight into what to use the money on, after they raise their startup funding. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies that want badass C-level talent in Marketing, Tech, HR & more without having to pay a massive salary. In the past decade, we've helped over a dozen startups get to 8-9 figure valuation, several exits, and almost 100 total successful projects. Why Fractional Consultants? Fractional Consultants are an efficient solution for early-stage and funded startups looking to drive growth while managing costs. Research from Harvard Business Review indicates that companies utilizing fractional executives often see up to a 50% increase in growth metrics. This substantial improvement is attributed to the cost-effective expertise and tailored solutions provided by fractional consultants, which enhance overall performance and strategic execution. Some notable clients: www.datadistillr.com (raised $10m off of our work) www.canweapp.com (exited) www.withdouble.com (grew 30% in first 3 months) www.getemails.com (now retention.com doing $30m ARR) www.CrownDating.com (exit to Tinder/Match Group) www.denizen.io (BBVA Incubator) www.zedge.net (100m+ installs) www.different.com.au (now one of the largest startups in Australia) www.fly.com (300% increase in traffic in 12 months) www.openinvest.co (acquired by Chase) We are industry agnostic but often focus on SaaS, Fintech, Marketplace, Online Dating, Consumer Mobile Apps, and more. Email contact@growthexpertz.com or book a call at www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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