The First Customer - Shark Tank Series: The Odyssey of Boxes, Brains, and Big Dreams with Sam Chason

The First Customer

In our first episode of our Shark Tank series, I was lucky enough to interview Sam Chason, the Founder and CEO of Storage Scholars.
Sam shared his entrepreneurial journey from humble beginnings to success on Shark Tank. Growing up in Westchester County, he always had an entrepreneurial spirit. He started with a lemonade stand and progressed to flipping items to fund his education at Wake Forest. This drive led him to create a storage solution for college students, initially called Wake Storage, which gained traction quickly. Sam’s experience highlighted the importance of charging premium prices to ensure quality service and fair wages for employees, a lesson he learned early in his business journey.
Sam recounted his Shark Tank experience, emphasizing the importance of hard work and initiative. The exposure from the show provided significant brand credibility, helping Storage Scholars become a recognized name in the industry. Sam also reflected on the challenges and rewards of scaling the business, noting the importance of understanding customer needs and building strong partnerships with universities. He concluded by discussing his future aspirations and the personal fulfillment he found in community-focused projects, demonstrating a continued passion for creating value and connecting with others.
Get ready to be inspired by Sam Chason's unique blend of business savvy and community spirit on this episode of The First Customer!
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Storage Scholars LLC
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