The Founder Hub

By: Sonia & Alana
  • Summary

  • The Founder Hub Podcast goes behind the scenes of founders and their start up journeys, sharing their little gold nuggets of their successes, and how to pivot around adversity, keeping it real and leaving no stone unturned.

    We are passionate about engaging and creating. We love people, and connecting like-minded people! We thrive off elevating one along their journey and exploring different avenues to success. We are excited to bring you the best of our amazing guests who will span across a range of industries & businesses from services & product based.

    Starting a business can be a lonely road but it doesn’t have to be, join us weekly to get your juices flowing.
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Episodes
  • How Talitha Cummins went from Journalist to Jeweller by starting her brand The Cut
    40 mins
  • Building a Sweet Empire: A Conversation with the Cake Club Girls
    Dec 18 2023

    Today we are joined by Kendyll and Liv, the charismatic founders of The Cake Club, a boutique bakery, and we get a delicious taste of their business journey. From starting individual businesses to merging into a bakery marvel that reshapes Melbourne's boutique bakery landscape, their story is inspiring for any budding entrepreneur.

    They met through Liv's partner and found an instant connection. What started as a casual coffee conversation evolved into a grand plan - a cake shop that encapsulates their mutual love for baking. The bakery quickly became more than just a business; it morphed into an extension of their personalities.

    The duo shares their expertise and insights, including the importance of doing as much work internally as possible to save costs. They also emphasize the importance of outsourcing work beyond your expertise to ensure the highest quality. However, striking the perfect balance is key to managing costs while delivering a superior product.

    We then discuss the importance of building a strong community with your customers. Kendyll and Liv make a conscious effort to engage interactively with their audience on social media platforms, making the brand feel relatable.

    They then share their exciting expansion plans, including potential franchises and multiple locations to bring their delicious cakes closer to their customers. They hope to run cake decorating workshops, host kids’ parties and are even discussing a children's picture book that imparts positivity and inclusivity.

    Kendyll and Liv's energetic approach, industry know-how, and genuine passion for baking make The Cake Club a delicious success story. Their journey reinforces the age-old adage, 'Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.'

    Few businesses serve such delightful servings of entrepreneurial inspiration, along with lip-smacking cakes!



    LINKS:

    Connect with Kendyll & Liv

    Website:thecakeclub.co

    Instagram:@thecakeclub_au

    Kendyll’s Instagram: @kendyllvandeven

    Liv’s Instagram: @livglen


    Connect with Alana and Sonia:

    Website: https://www.myfounderhub.com/

    Instagram: @myfounderhub

    Support the Show.

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    30 mins
  • Lydia Kirkland from Gimme shares the ultimate juggle, building a brand with a young family
    Dec 11 2023

    In an insightful episode of The Founder Hub Podcast, we caught up with Lydia Kirkland, the brain and heart behind the hip jewelry brand, Gimme. A young mom and business-savvy go-getter, Lydia shares her intricate journey of building a successful brand while maintaining a harmonious balance with motherhood.

    Lydia gets candid about her journey, discussing the ups and downs of running a successful business. She details the impressive trajectory of her business, the strategies that contributed to its growth, and the incredible momentum that brought GIMME into the limelight.

    She then opens up about navigating motherhood while managing a thriving business. The key, she says, lies in the constant support system around her. She acknowledges the importance of using her “village”, and is grateful for the help she received from her husband, family, and friends.

    Lydia also highlights the importance of being present for her children, while simultaneously driving business growth. This might sound like a demanding balancing act, yet Lydia pulls it off brilliantly with her sheer will, dedication, and strategic planning.

    We also discuss the marketing strategies she has employed to make her brand visible, Lydia listed a few marketing techniques, including social media marketing and using influencers for targeted product placements. She also emphasized the power of consistency in content and showing up regularly through Instagram and being accessible to her audience by responding to comments and messages.

    Lydia Kirkland is not just creating beautiful jewelry but also inspiring women entrepreneurs on how to balance their dreams with the beautiful journey of motherhood. As she strives to grow Gimme, she sets an example for many others to follow their passion with unflinching dedication and perseverance.


    LINKS:

    Connect with Lydia Kirkland

    Instagram: @gimmestore__

    Website: https://gimmestore.com/


    Connect with Alana and Sonia:

    Website: https://www.myfounderhub.com/

    Instagram: @myfounderhub


    Support the Show.

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    49 mins

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