Bootstrapped Business Leader Podcast
Bootstrapped Business Leader Podcast

Ep173 The Hidden Startup Killer – Lessons from a Former E-com Founder Turned CFO with Nate Littlewood
Host Matt Nettleton sits down with Nate Littlewood of Future Ready CFO, a former Wall Street investment banker who built (and exited) his own e-commerce business before becoming the go-to fractional CFO for consumer product and online brands. Nate pulls…

Ep172 Why Financial Discipline Matters More Than Talent: Ryan Schwartz on Bootstrapping a Sustainable Window Business
Ryan Schwartz shares the unfiltered story of building Fenster Components—a niche manufacturer of wood window repair parts and replacement sashes—into a 25-year, nationwide, almost-entirely-online business that helps homeowners avoid costly full-window replacements. From spotting an opportunity in rotting clad-wood windows…

Thomas Cox: Football to Finance —Building Multiple Revenue Streams & Mastering Money
In this episode of the Default Profitable Podcast, host Matt Nettleton interviews Thomas Cox, who shares his journey from coaching college football to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the food and finance industries. Thomas discusses the importance of having multiple…

Ep170 Health Insurance Strategies for Entrepreneurs: Insights from Matt Allen of Iconic Insurance
Join host Matt Nettleton in a candid conversation with Matt Allen, founder of Iconic Insurance, as they unpack essential health insurance strategies for self-employed entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover why ditching marketplace plans for personalized coverage with a dedicated…

Ep170 Health Insurance Strategies for Entrepreneurs: Insights from Matt Allen of Iconic Insurance
Join host Matt Nettleton in a candid conversation with Matt Allen, founder of Iconic Insurance, as they unpack essential health insurance strategies for self-employed entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover why ditching marketplace plans for personalized coverage with a dedicated…

Ep169 Building a Profitable Agency with Transparency and Grit: Bill Reynolds of Element 502
In this episode of Default Profitable, host Matt Nettleton chats with Bill Reynolds, founder and president of Element 502, about his unexpected journey from consultant to agency owner through an asset purchase in 2015. Bill shares raw insights on overcoming…

Ep168 Building Resilience: Kelly Sundsvold’s Journey from Side Hustle to Thriving Marketing Agency at Gold Bear Media
Join host Matt Nettleton as he chats with Kelly Sundsvold, founder of Gold Bear Media, about launching a full-service marketing agency amid the chaos of 2020. From navigating personal health crises like her husband’s paralysis and her own breast cancer…

Ep167 From Hurricane Ruins to Thriving Restaurant Empire: Ron Ladner of Shaggy’s
Discover how Ron Ladner accidentally launched Shaggy’s restaurant chain amid Hurricane Katrina’s devastation, transforming a small-town spark of hope into a powerhouse brand focused on employee growth and customer happiness. In this motivational episode, Ron shares entrepreneurial insights on building…

Ep166 From Second Thoughts to Second Chances: Grant Kirsh on Building Families, Businesses and Family Businesses
In this episode of Default Profitable, host Matt Nettleton sits down with Grant Kirsh, managing partner of Kirsh & Kirsh, P.C. to explore the realities of succeeding in a second-generation family business focused on adoption law in Indiana. Grant shares…

Ep165 From Elite Athlete to Social Entrepreneur: Tom Hanley’s Lessons in Building a Thriving Nonprofit
In this inspiring episode of Default Profitable, host Matt Nettleton chats with Tom Hanley, founder and CEO of Nine13sports, about transforming a life-altering accident into a mission-driven organization that empowers Indianapolis kids through cycling and education. Discover how Tom pivoted…
