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8. 13,000 Retail Locations - Alex French, Bizzy Coffee Sep 02, 2026

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In this episode, Alex French shares the story behind building Bizzy, from having countless ideas and failed businesses to turning a simple cold brew concept into a growing national brand. He opens up about the lessons he learned from failure, the importance of solving a real consumer problem, and what it took to spend more than a decade building a business that finally reached profitability.
Takeaways
• Failed businesses can become some of an entrepreneur's most valuable lessons.
• The best opportunities often come from identifying a real consumer problem and finding a better way to solve it.
• Building a consumer brand can require years of persistence, capital, and operating through uncertainty.
• Reaching profitability doesn't mean the challenges are over.
• Commodity prices and tariffs can dramatically impact a business even when everything internally is being done right.
• Entrepreneurship can put you into survival mode for years and have a lasting impact on how you operate.
• Physical challenges can help build the mental resilience needed to navigate difficult periods.
Chapters
00:00 The Entrepreneurial Mindset & 20+ Bad Ideas
01:11 Turning Failures Into Lessons
02:04 The Business That Almost Worked
03:24 Finding the Right Opportunity
04:02 The Origin Story of Busy
06:29 Why Cold Brew?
08:48 The Bet on At-Home Coffee
10:45 From Two Years of Development to 13,000 Locations
11:39 Ten Years to Profitability
12:27 The Brutal Reality of Scaling
14:00 The Annual Fundraising Survival Cycle
17:18 Living in Survival Mode
20:04 Building Mental Strength Through Physical Challenges
23:03 Entrepreneurship Has No Finish Line
24:27 The Emergency Raise
25:19 Coffee Prices, Brazil & Tariffs
27:41 Fighting to Save the Business
30:22 The Personal Financial Toll
32:41 The Worst Year of Entrepreneurship
34:53 When Everything Finally Turns Around
35:16 Learning to Celebrate the Small Wins
37:05 Competing Against the Giants
38:39 The Truth About Coffee Roasts
42:53 Why Busy Put Caffeine Front and Center
44:09 The Marketing Change That Increased Sales 30%
45:27 When the Right Message Changes Everything
48:12 The Next Big Product Idea
50:58 Building the Next Chapter of Busy
57:59 Success, Identity & Entrepreneurship
59:06 What Comes After 13 Years?
1:00:28 The Double Espresso Shot
1:01:10 Relaunching a Product That Failed
1:03:18 Finding the Right Price, Pack Size & Placement
1:04:17 Why Tiny Tweaks Can Change Everything
1:05:39 What Kept Alex Going for 13 Years

7. $1M in 60 Seconds & the Weight Nobody Sees — Brandon Horoho, Montana Knife Company Jul 27, 2026

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In this conversation, Brandon Horoho shares insights into building a legacy brand, the personal side of growth, the burden of responsibility, the impact of fast growth, the meaning of success, the journey to success, the true measure of success, and the entrepreneurial dilemma. The conversation delves into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by entrepreneurs, exploring the impact of zero, the relentless pursuit of success, and the internal struggle of never feeling satisfied. It also touches on the sacrifices made in balancing work and family, the importance of setting intentional seasons in life, and the power of small wins in overcoming a downward spiral.

Takeaways

Building a legacy brand requires a long-term vision and a commitment to passing down the company for generations.
Success is not just about financial achievements, but also about the impact on employees and the community.
The burden of responsibility as a business owner involves making tough decisions and ensuring the company's growth and success. The emotional weight of zero in entrepreneurship
The importance of setting intentional seasons in life

Chapters

00:00 Building a Legacy Brand
02:58 The Personal Side of Growth
05:57 The Burden of Responsibility
09:06 The Impact of Fast Growth
11:53 The Meaning of Success
15:01 The Journey to Success
18:00 The True Measure of Success
20:57 Legacy and Entrepreneurial Dilemma
29:37 The Weight of Zero
30:22 The Entrepreneurial Game
32:00 The Longevity of Entrepreneurship
33:30 Balancing Work and Family
34:51 The Four Burner Method
50:32 The Impact of Seasons
56:16 Overcoming a Downward Spiral

6. This Week At FrostBuddy Jul 20, 2026

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Brock Mammoser, founder of Frostbuddy, introduces new podcast segments and discusses the growth of Frostbuddy, including the back to school collection launch and the design off-site for future planning. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong team and empowering them for success.

Takeaways

Building Frostbuddy's growth and culture
Planning and executing product launches
Empowering and developing the team

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to New Podcast Segments
01:28 Frostbuddy Updates and Backstory
03:54 Back to School Collection Launch
17:35 Design Off-Site and Future Planning

5. 10 Minutes With God Apr 18, 2026

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Brock Mammoser shares his personal journey through rapid business growth, mental health challenges, faith, and authenticity. He discusses the pressures of scaling Frost, the importance of faith and mental well-being, and embracing vulnerability in building a genuine brand.

keywords

entrepreneurship, mental health, faith, business growth, authenticity, leadership, personal development

key topics

Business scaling and growth challenges

Mental health and anxiety management

The role of faith and spirituality in leadership

Building Through Faith: Brock Mammoser’s Journey of Growth and Authenticity
The Pressure of Scaling: Mental Health and Faith in Business

"Love cares about who you are"

"Be authentic, be real"

"Keep building, don’t stop"

Chapters

00:00 Morning Rituals and Seeking Purpose

10:03 The Pressure of Rapid Growth

19:53 Finding Peace Beyond Success

29:57 Building a Relatable Brand

resources

Word on Fire Bible - https://wordonfire.org/products/the-word-on-fire-bible

Matthew Kelly's Books - https://www.matthewkelly.com/

FrostBuddy - https://frostbuddy.com/

3. Retail Partnerships | Product Pressure | Peace of Mind Oct 08, 2025

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Summary
In this episode of the FrostBuddy Podcast, Brock Mammoser shares exciting updates about the company's growth, including new retail partnerships and product launches. He discusses the challenges of planning for future growth while managing day-to-day operations. Brock also opens up about his personal journey with mental health, emphasizing the importance of understanding anxiety and finding satisfaction in the work he does. The episode concludes with a look ahead at upcoming projects and the excitement surrounding the future of FrostBuddy.
Takeaways
FrostBuddy is expanding its retail presence with new partnerships.
Understanding the needs of retailers is crucial for success.
Planning for growth requires significant effort and foresight.
Mental health awareness is important for entrepreneurs.
Brock emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and self-care.
The company is launching exciting new products and designs.
Brock reflects on the challenges of running a growing business.
Finding satisfaction in planning is essential for long-term success.
The unpredictability of product launches can be stressful.
Brock is committed to continuous growth and innovation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Company Updates
02:47 Retail Partnerships and Product Launches
05:56 Planning for Growth and Future Strategies
08:43 Mental Health and Personal Insights
17:35 Conclusion and Future Outlook

From Product To 8 Figure Brand | Everything I Know From Building Frost Buddy & How To Replicate It Jan 29, 2023

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In today's episode, Brock discusses how to start a business, including the best execution methods and marketing techniques to use to succeed.

35: Just Freaking Start | What Would Happen If You Took One Step Toward Your Dream Nov 03, 2022

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In today's episode, Brock talks about how his business started. He talks about how persistence is key to whatever struggles a person could have and that's how he created his first universal can cooler.

#14: How To Build A Franchise | Ginger Ale's | Soon To Be One Of The Fastest Growing US Franchises Jul 18, 2022

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Today, I got to talk to Julie Hill, co-founder of Ginger Ales. Ginger Ales has quintillion drink recipes and it is a drink only drive through business. After backing up traffic because their lines were so long all day, they decided to franchise and are going to be one of the fastest growing franchises in the US in a couple of years!
worth the listen :)

#9: Why I’m Open About Faith | Supporting Military & First Responders | Being Authentic Mar 18, 2022

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In today’s episode, Brock talks about why he is so open about his faith in a world that is crazy. He talks about the reason frost buddy supports the military, police, and first responders in such a controversial time in society. And finally he discusses being authentic, and why he values authenticity in business so much.
Listen in for a good one!

#1: From 0 To $12MM In Year 1 | How We Built Frost Buddy Feb 14, 2022

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In episode 1, I talk about how Mitch and I founded Frost Buddy from 0 to $12MM in 1 year. From my college apartment, learning product development, marketing and web design, and landing on a home run of a product, I talk about the processes involved with scaling Frost Buddy so fast. I discuss what it was like in our thoughts to get to our patent pending Universal can cooler, and all of the obstacles along the way. I take you from first starting to where we are today in an overview.

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