Noah Labhart, a startup founder and tech podcast host, created "Code Story," a podcast showcasing the untold stories of tech visionaries and their journeys in building innovative digital products. With over 88 episodes and 80,000 downloads, his podcast blends narrative and interview styles to inspire listeners. Labhart leverages his extensive background in software development and startup leadership to craft episodes that resonate deeply with tech enthusiasts and founders.

Amanda Shepherd, founder of Social Media Manager Society, started a business consulting for the food, beverage, and hospitality industries while teaching women to build successful social media businesses. In just one year, she grew her business to generate $20,000 monthly revenue and created a program to empower others to achieve financial independence and flexibility.

Arara Tour, founded in Armenia by Nune Tatunts, is a travel company specializing in tours across the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has grown from a small startup in 2014 into a successful venture generating $22K/month by 2021. Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, the company has consistently expanded its offerings and operations while maintaining strong customer trust and service quality.

Kevin Miller, founder of The Word Counter, developed an online tool for word counting, keyword tracking, and other English language-related functions. Designed as a case study for his SEO agency, GR0, the platform ranks highly on Google and earns $20K/month in advertising revenue. Initially launched to showcase SEO strategies, it has become a widely used free resource for students, copywriters, and others needing writing assistance.

Donald Hutcherson started FraternityK9, a dog training business specializing in obedience and behavior modification. Despite lacking initial business expertise, Donald’s dedication, strategic learning, and passion for dogs helped him grow the business to a $5,000/month revenue stream. His journey highlights the importance of persistence, learning, and leveraging personal strengths to build a thriving company.

Home Sweet City is a Washington D.C.-based business co-founded by Lara Hawketts and her husband. It specializes in managing vacation rentals, offering homeowners a hands-off approach to earning income through platforms like Airbnb. From humble beginnings in their basement during the 2008-09 financial crisis, the business has grown to generate over $2.7 million annually with a team of six employees and many contractors.

Tsour Lee Adato, founder of Pro Photo Studio, started a commercial product photography business in New York that specializes in high-end photography for eCommerce sellers and prestigious brands like Starbucks and Versace. With a team of six, the business generates $45K/month, services over 500 clients annually, and plans expansion into major cities.

Akshay Patel founded Simply Decor and Events, a successful event rental and decor business in Albuquerque, NM, generating $35K per month. What began as a personal decor project evolved into a thriving company, offering customized, elegant event decor and services at The View Event Center, a luxurious indoor-outdoor venue. Patel’s focus on creativity, innovation, and client satisfaction has driven the company’s growth and success.

Fragrance One, co-founded by Kamil and Jeremy Banc, is a fragrance brand that focuses on creating signature fragrances tailored to specific situations, such as the office or dates. The company aims to create long-lasting scents that garner compliments, leveraging Jeremy's established reputation as a fragrance influencer. After successful crowdfunding in 2019, raising nearly $940K, the brand has expanded its product line and now generates approximately $200K/month. They prioritize quality ingredients, community feedback, and direct-to-consumer sales, maintaining strong margins and a loyal customer base.

Steffa Mantilla, a former zookeeper, transitioned into entrepreneurship by founding Money Tamer (now HerPaperRoute), a blog focusing on personal finance and budgeting. Starting in 2018 with no prior business experience, she grew her blog into a $7,000/month income-generating venture by creating digital products, sharing personal finance tips, and leveraging SEO strategies.

R.J. Weiss founded The Ways To Wealth in 2016, a blog aimed at helping people save and earn more money. What started as a small niche project grew into a $30,000/month business through strategic content creation, affiliate marketing, and advertising revenue. The journey involved experimenting with traffic sources, learning from failures, and focusing on creating high-quality, impactful content.

Jen and Ben Goldberg, founders of the New York Food Truck Association (NYFTA) and Food Truck Promotions, built a $200K/month business by offering mobile culinary solutions for events and experiential marketing. Their association supports 50+ NYC-based food trucks, providing catering services and promotional opportunities for brands like Google, Chanel, and Ralph Lauren. The business has grown steadily since its launch in 2016, with over 50% year-over-year revenue growth.