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Funded, Now What?!

Funded, Now What?!

著者： Andrew Lee Miller
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 Funded, Now What?! is the only podcast where startup founders who've recently raised millions of dollars get live, no-fluff growth and marketing advice from 20-year startup marketing expert Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups). Each episode delivers a front-row seat to real founders navigating real post-raise challenges, and Andrew drops tactical strategies they (and you) can use to grow faster, smarter, and leaner. If you’re a startup founder figuring out how to grow your company, this is your free weekly session with a fractional CMO who’s scaled dozens of VC-backed startups to 8–9 figures. Want to hire Andrew to help your startup? Meet with him here: https://calendly.com/growthexpertz/letschat Follow Andrew on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartupsAndrew Lee Miller マネジメント・リーダーシップ マーケティング マーケティング・セールス リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • Episode 36: $25M for Privacy! Azeem Khan on Building Miden’s Next-Generation Blockchain

    Episode 36: $25M for Privacy! Azeem Khan on Building Miden’s Next-Generation Blockchain
    2025/08/08
    In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller speaks with Azeem Khan, Co-Founder of Miden, a blockchain project redefining privacy and compliance. Fresh off a $25 million seed funding round co-led by a16z crypto, Hack VC, and 1kx, with participation from Finality Capital Partners, Symbolic Capital, and angel investors like Avery Ching of Aptos, Miden is building a privacy-first blockchain designed to enable secure, confidential transactions. Powered by Polygon Labs’ Agglayer technology, Miden aims to balance privacy with compliance, a combination Azeem believes is essential for blockchain’s mainstream adoption. In this candid conversation, Andrew and Azeem explore the future of blockchain technology, long-term investment strategies, and the marketing tactics needed to educate the public on privacy-focused solutions. You’ll learn: Why privacy and compliance are critical for blockchain’s legitimacy and adoption How Miden is using Polygon’s Agglayer to power confidential transactions Strategies for building strong investor and stakeholder relationships in crypto Insights from raising $25M from top-tier VCs and industry leaders Marketing’s role in demystifying blockchain and driving adoption The future applications of privacy-focused blockchain in finance, healthcare, and governance How to adapt to rapid shifts in the crypto landscape while staying mission-focused About the ShowFunded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews recently funded founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth. Learn more: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast About GrowthExpertz The Startup Marketing Consultants You Deserve. Since 2016, GrowthExpertz has helped over 100 tech startups grow faster and spend smarter through expert marketing and growth consulting. Backed by nearly two decades of hands-on experience, we support founders at every stage—whether you're refining your strategy, building your team, or scaling execution. Ready to see what’s possible? Get in touch below or book a free, no-risk consultation to learn how we can help your startup grow. What do you have to lose? www.growthexpertz.com About Andrew: Andrew Lee Miller, known as @andrewstartups, is a startup marketing expert who has spent over 18 years helping early-stage companies grow with no funding, no full-time marketing team, and no time to waste. Having driven three VC-backed startup exits and advised nearly 100 companies worldwide, Andrew is passionate about teaching founders how to achieve sustainable growth through scrappy, data-driven strategies. Learn more about Andrew at www.andrewstartups.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 分
  • TFNW Podcast Ep. 35: How Eano Raised $20M & Cracked Contractor Acquisition with Stella Wu

    TFNW Podcast Ep. 35: How Eano Raised $20M & Cracked Contractor Acquisition with Stella Wu
    2025/08/01
    What happens when a startup founder goes from solving problems for homeowners… to reshaping the entire construction industry? In this episode, AndrewStartups sits down with Stella Wu, the founder and CEO of Eano.com, a renovation-tech platform that’s raised over $20M while navigating the massive pivot from B2C to B2B. Stella opens up about the real-world pain points in construction, how she hacked contractor acquisition through cold outreach, SMS, and content marketing — and why self-serve pricing and PR strategy became her startup’s biggest growth levers. What You’ll Learn: How Stella convinced contractors to join her platform in the early days Why inbound marketing and self-serve pricing were game changers for Eano Tactical outreach tips from Andrew: from cold calls to high-converting SMS campaigns How to position your startup at conferences and in PR to drive credibility Lessons from fundraising with a previous startup under your belt How to test, iterate, and scale marketing with limited resources Why deep audience understanding beats flashy tactics every time About the Show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. Each week, we interview recently funded startup founders to uncover how they raised millions — and then give them tactical, hands-on advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth. Follow the show at www.growthexpertz.com/podcast About GrowthExpertz: After scaling his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) launched GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy helping early-stage startups scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuations, exits, and nearly 100 global success stories, GrowthExpertz specializes in helping startups dominate in marketing, product, hiring, operations, and more. Learn how Andrew and his small but mighty team can help scale your company:www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 分
  • TFNW Podcast Ep. 34: Building the Future of Saudi Construction with Bisrat CEO of Trubuild

    TFNW Podcast Ep. 34: Building the Future of Saudi Construction with Bisrat CEO of Trubuild
    2025/07/24
    In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Bisrat Degefa, the UK-born founder of Trubuild, a cutting-edge AI startup transforming the construction industry in Saudi Arabia. Bisrat shares the story of relocating to the Gulf to capitalize on one of the world’s fastest-growing construction markets — but more importantly, he gets a live, tactical marketing consultation from Andrew. From refining Trubuild’s messaging to building a scalable outbound and event strategy, this episode is a masterclass in applying smart, lean startup growth tactics in a traditional industry. Whether you’re building tech for a legacy sector, looking to crack the enterprise sales cycle, or considering expansion into the Middle East, this conversation delivers valuable insights you can apply immediately. You’ll learn: How AI is modernizing project management across the construction lifecycle Why Saudi Arabia is an untapped goldmine for B2B startups The ROI of events and referral schemes in emerging markets Why personal branding and founder-led sales still win How to apply Andrew’s expert marketing frameworks to your startup Why fractional expertise can unlock scale faster and more affordably Follow the show: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast Connect With Andrew on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups ### About the Show: *Funded, Now What?!* is the ultimate marketing podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. Each week, we interview recently funded startup founders to uncover how they raised millions — and then give them tactical, hands-on advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth. --- # GrowthExpertz: After scaling his third VC-backed exit in 2016, **Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups)** launched **GrowthExpertz**, a Fractional Expert Consultancy helping early-stage startups scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuations, exits, and nearly 100 global success stories, GrowthExpertz specializes in helping startups dominate in **marketing, product, hiring, operations**, and more. 💡 Learn more about how GrowthExpertz helps startups: www.growthexpertz.com Book a chat with Andrew: 👉 https://calendly.com/growthexpertz/letschat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 分
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