Dr. Nereida Perdigon joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to talk about emotional and mental health education, especially in the Latino community. She shares her journey from being a single mom and domestic violence survivor to becoming an entrepreneur and educator. The conversation covers workplace bullying, creating inclusive environments, and what attendees can expect from her bilingual session at Founded in FoCo. Tune in to learn more about her work and insights.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

Artists are creators—but they’re also business owners. In this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast, Nick is joined by Meredith Badler from the Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA). Meredith shares how the arts fuel Colorado’s economy and why legal and business knowledge is essential for creative professionals.

Meredith dives into the Colorado Attorneys for the Arts (CAFTA) program, which connects artists with legal support, and previews CBCA’s upcoming Founded in Foco sessions on copyright law and funding strategies. If you're an artist or creative entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights to help you protect and grow your work.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

If your marketing feels like a grind, you’re doing it wrong. In this episode of the Founded in FoCo podcast, Shannon Hernandez shares how joyful, ethical marketing can transform your business.

Shannon, founder of Joyful Business Revolution, breaks down why permission-based marketing and authentic storytelling are the keys to real connections—and real results. She’ll show you how to align your marketing with your values and ditch tactics that feel forced.

If you’re a freelancer or business owner looking for a better way to engage your audience, this episode is for you.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

What if leadership felt more like mixing the perfect DJ set—where every beat, transition, and interaction creates an experience that truly resonates? Eryc Eyl joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to explore the art of heart-led leadership and building workplaces that put people first.

Eryc unpacks six essential disciplines that help leaders foster human flourishing, blending insights from leadership, DJing, and human-centered design. They dive deep into the power of empathy, the difference between building an organization and cultivating one, and why recognizing human needs isn’t just good ethics—it’s good business.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

How do you turn bold ideas into thriving businesses? Join Founded in FoCo Co-Lead Organizer Nick Armstrong as he sits down with Mark Schreiber from the CSU Institute for Entrepreneurship to explore the power of human-centered design and programs like Venture Validator.In this episode, you'll discover how design thinking helps entrepreneurs—whether product- or service-based—truly understand customer needs and build better businesses from the ground up. Hear inspiring success stories, dive into the vibrant CSU entrepreneurial community, and pick up expert tips on early prototyping, engaging customers, and refining ideas through real-world feedback.Whether you're launching your first venture or leveling up an existing one, this conversation is packed with insights to sharpen your strategy and spark new opportunities.The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠

What does it take to unlock peak performance—not just in work, but in life? Dr. Brad Cooper, an elite master's athlete and PhD in performance psychology, joins Nick Armstrong on the Founded in FoCo podcast to reveal the science (and art) of functional mental toughness.

From optimizing sleep, exercise, and nutrition to fueling motivation and resilience, Dr. Cooper shares powerful insights on how to push past plateaus and sustain high performance. He breaks down the myths, personalizes the strategies, and offers practical tools to help you build grit, sharpen focus, and find joy in the process.

The Founded in FoCo Podcast is hosted by Nick Armstrong, Lead Organizer of Founded in FoCo and Geek-in-Chief of WTF Marketing (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wtfmarketing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠). Hear more great interviews with founders in and around Fort Collins at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundedinfoco.com⁠