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Welcome to Florida State University's official entrepreneurship and innovation podcast, The InNOLEvation® Mindset! Hosted by Mark McNees and powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. This podcast features audio and video versions of our podcast, which highlights student and alumni entrepreneurs and innovators from FSU.
Get inspired by the next generation of young business leaders and hear their inside stories. Learn from faculty who teach entrepreneurship and innovation courses at FSU as they share key insights.
On this channel, you'll find:
-Full video episodes of our podcast conversations with founders of startups born at FSU
-Business advice and thought leadership from FSU professors focused on entrepreneurship
-Fireside chats and interviews recorded live with enterprising alumni making their mark
-Special segments and speaker events at FSU focused on innovation
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a current business owner, or you just love hearing success stories - subscribe now to see inspiring individuals daring to turn ideas into reality. With new episodic content added regularly, The Innovation Mindset podcast tells tales of vision, grit, failure, and triumph straight from the FSU community.
This channel visually brings the podcast to life with photos, graphics, and video. Join us by subscribing if you bleed garnet and gold!
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Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Welcome to the InNOLEvation Mindset Podcast! In this exciting episode, host Kylie Anderson chats with Nathan Lorenz, the co-founder of Greenhouse Coffee. This unique startup combines indoor plants with a tranquil café experience, aiming to create a peaceful, sit-down environment unlike the typical rush-in, rush-out atmosphere of most coffee shops. Nathan shares the inspiring story of how his best friend Zoe and he conceptualized the business idea, from a random conversation and a dream to selling plant collections and finally launching their own coffee blend called 'Aloe Vera Awakening.' They talk about the challenges and rewards of starting a new business, their target market, the creation of their coffee roasts, and their plans for future growth, including possible café and coffee cart expansion. Plus, get some handy tips on orchid care and learn more about their commitment to health-oriented food options. Don't miss out on this episode if you're interested in innovative business ideas, coffee culture, or plant care!
00:00 Welcome to the InNOLEvation Mindset Podcast
00:26 Introducing Greenhouse Coffee
01:35 The Concept and Inspiration Behind Greenhouse Coffee
02:17 Starting Small: Market Wednesday Success
03:02 Target Market and Business Strategy
04:15 Creating Unique Coffee Blends
08:25 Balancing Business and Friendship
12:00 Future Plans and Expansion
21:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Saturday May 31, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
In this episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset podcast, hosted by Mark McNees and powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, we welcome back Junior Re from Road to Open. Junior shares exciting updates on his brand, recounting his first official merchandise drop and the creative marketing strategies he's employing, such as SMS lists, giveaways, and partnerships with tournament directors. He also discusses his content creation journey, from gaining followers on social media to planning long-form YouTube videos. The conversation dives deep into the world of beach volleyball, covering the importance of mental balance, technical skills, and the lessons Junior has learned from his competitive experiences. Tune in for a mix of business insights, personal growth stories, and athletic expertise!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:27 Junior's Recent Activities and Social Media Growth
01:10 Road to Open: Initial Drop and Marketing Strategies
04:21 Sales Class Anecdotes and Lessons
06:29 Challenges in Finding Volleyball Partners
09:27 Road to Open: New Products and Future Plans
11:13 Micro Grant Application and Business Model
17:34 Marketing Strategies and Social Media Presence
19:06 Personal Branding and Future Goals
20:11 Podcast Class and Academic Plans
21:19 Exploring the Podcast Class
22:19 Winning the A Tournament
24:14 YouTube Content Creation
28:19 Balancing Fun and Seriousness in Volleyball
41:44 Practicing Volleyball Techniques
43:49 Upcoming Tournaments and Future Plans
44:22 Conclusion and Farewell
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025