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  • Funded Now What?! Episode:41 : Building Your Business with AI: Woz's Revolutionary Approach

    Funded Now What?! Episode:41 : Building Your Business with AI: Woz's Revolutionary Approach
    2026/02/10
    Summary In this insightful episode of 'Funded. Now what?', host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Ben Collins, CEO and Co-Founder of Woz, discussing the journey of raising $6 million to build a game-changing AI business builder. They delve into the challenges and learnings of fundraising, the vision behind Woz, and the future of AI in entrepreneurial ventures. Watch the full episode on YouTube YouTube Key Takeaways Understand the importance of a clear vision and strong team in successful fundraising. Learn how Woz is democratizing AI for entrepreneurs and business owners. Discover the potential of AI to transform the entrepreneurial landscape and create new opportunities. Recognize the value of persistence and finding the right investors who share your vision. Resources Woz Official Website withwoz.com Ben Collins LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bentcollins/ About the Guest Ben Collins — CEO,Co-Founder, Woz Ben Collins – the guy’s a straight-up game changer in the AI world. So, he’s part of YC W25, which is already a big deal, right? But what really makes him stand out is his hustle and how he’s jumped into the deep end with AI startups that are actually crushing it. Before YC, he was involved with Woz – yeah, that’s the AI platform that’s all about making AI accessible for everyone, like a toolkit to build and scale your own AI stuff without needing a PhD. This isn’t some niche project; it’s about democratizing AI, giving regular folks and startups the power to create without the usual bullshit barriers. What’s wild is, he’s not just riding the AI wave – he’s building the damn thing. The buzz around him is clear from articles talking about how these AI startups broke into YC – that’s no small feat. It shows he’s got the skills, the vision, and the guts to jump into competitive spaces and make noise. Connect with Ben Website: https://withwoz.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bentcollins/ Twitter: https://x.com/BenjaminT007 Chapters: 0:00 - Funded. Foreign podcast features Andrew Lee Miller talking about growth and startups0:24 - Andrew Lee Miller interviews Ben Collins, founder and CEO of Woz. com1:11 - Woz is an AI business builder. Our whole goal is around removing barriers to business building1:56 - Our whole vision is around business quality software7:14 - You recently raised $6 million in seed funding for your AI startup9:08 - It was a little bit harder than people thought to raise money for AI startups10:55 - How did you get into YC? Was that goal of yours13:15 - So when you raised money, like where were you guys at client wise15:43 - What are you doing to get new customers now? Those net new customers specifically16:50 - You need to say you're the best. Obviously, the product needs to back that up18:02 - I'm curious about your strategy for testing AI prosumer products26:54 - You're an early stage startup. That means that you need a marketer28:39 - So LinkedIn marketing is a whole nother beast right now33:02 - Clutch is the help of agencies. Software development, marketing, any partner you would ever need37:07 - Using AI can help with driving inbound and outbound marketing41:38 - Don't let yourself be the bottleneck in marketing, Ben says Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 分
  • Funded, Now What?! Episode 40 : How to Cut Corporate Travel Costs by 30% with Stephen Dooley (Roamr)

    Funded, Now What?! Episode 40 : How to Cut Corporate Travel Costs by 30% with Stephen Dooley (Roamr)
    2026/01/29
    Why pay $1,000 for a hotel when you can stay with a friend and get paid for it? In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Stephen Dooley, Founder & CEO of Roamr. Stephen shares how he raised $3M to disrupt the massive corporate travel industry by rewarding employees for staying within their personal networks. We discuss: Customer-Led Fundraising: How Stephen got potential users to lead his $3M round. The Roamr Model: Splitting savings between the company, the traveler, and the host. B2B Growth Hacks: Why a "bottoms-up" approach works better for enterprise travel than selling to the CFO. GEO vs. SEO: Andrew’s tactical advice on optimizing for AI search engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity. The Return of In-Person: Why 2026 is the year business travel makes a major comeback. About Stephen Dooley: Stephen is a researcher-turned-founder who spent years studying the disruption of Uber and Airbnb before launching Roamr to bridge the gap between "work from anywhere" and "work from everywhere." Connect with us: Check out Roamr:⁠ roamr.com⁠ Work with Andrew:⁠ growthexpertz.com⁠ Follow Andrew:⁠ @andrewstartups⁠ Want in? 📩 marketing@growthexpertz.com 📅 Book a call:⁠ www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 分
  • Episode 39: How Menos AI is Transforming Hedge Fund Intelligence With Junchen Wu

    Episode 39: How Menos AI is Transforming Hedge Fund Intelligence With Junchen Wu
    2025/11/05
    In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Dr. Junchen Wu, Founder and CEO of MenosAI, an agentic AI platform revolutionizing how hedge funds and financial institutions make decisions. Menos AI brings intelligence, automation, and clarity to one of the most complex industries on earth, hedge fund investing. With deep experience in finance, data, and AI, Dr. Wu and his team are on a mission to simplify financial workflows, increase transparency, and turn information overload into precision insights that actually drive returns. In this conversation, Andrew and Dr. Wu dive into: ✅ The rise of agentic AI and its impact on hedge fund efficiency ✅ How AI can automate and enhance decision-making in finance ✅ The challenges of founder–market fit and fundraising in fintech ✅ Navigating compliance, data privacy, and institutional trust ✅ Tactical marketing and content strategies for B2B growth ✅ Why clarity beats complexity in both investing and messaging This episode is packed with practical insights for fintech founders, AI innovators, and anyone scaling a B2B company in a regulated, data-heavy space. Funded, Now What?! is the startup podcast that teaches you marketing. It’s the only show where recently funded founders get expert-level, no-fluff growth advice from 20-year startup marketing veteran Andrew Lee Miller. Each episode dives into how founders raised millions — and then delivers tactical, actionable strategies on how to spend it to scale smarter and faster. Whether you’re just starting or already scaling, Funded, Now What?! gives you the playbook for turning capital into traction. Listen now at: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast Andrew Lee Miller is a 3x-exited startup marketing expert, global growth consultant, and founder of GrowthExpertz — a leading fractional growth consultancy helping early-stage startups scale efficiently without bloated full-time costs. With two decades of experience, Andrew has helped over 100 startups achieve 8–9 figure valuations through growth strategy, GTM execution, and content-driven marketing. Learn more at: www.growthexpertz.com Menos AI is pioneering a new era of AI-driven investing. Their mission is to simplify complex financial systems, turning data noise into actionable intelligence for hedge funds and asset managers. Built by a veteran team of PhDs, financial experts, and AI innovators, Menos AI believes that less complexity leads to more impact. Discover more at: www.menos.ai Learn more about how Andrew helps startups scale at www.andrewstartups.com Grab Andrew's book: www.startupgrowthbook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 分
  • Episode 38: Telematics 2.0 — Redefining Driver Behavior and Insurance with AI with InsureVision Founder & CEO Mark Miller

    Episode 38: Telematics 2.0 — Redefining Driver Behavior and Insurance with AI with InsureVision Founder & CEO Mark Miller
    2025/10/10
    In this episode of Funded, Now What?!, host Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Mark Miller (no relation, that we know of), the Founder and CEO of InsureVision — a UK-based startup pioneering the next generation of driver analytics and insurance intelligence through what Mark calls Telematics 2.0. InsureVision uses cutting-edge AI to analyze how drivers interact with the road — not just what they do behind the wheel. This new level of data insight allows insurance companies to price risk more accurately, improve underwriting, and enhance fleet safety — creating a seismic shift in how the industry thinks about behavior, data, and trust. In this episode, Mark breaks down: ✅ How InsureVision is using AI to redefine risk modeling ✅ Why understanding driver behavior, not just vehicle data, is the next frontier ✅ The evolution from telematics to Telematics 2.0 ✅ How fleet intelligence impacts underwriting and claims ✅ The startup challenges of selling innovation into conservative industries And, as always, Andrew dives in with strategic, post-funding growth advice tackling how B2B founders in “traditional” industries can build credibility, message their value, and launch smart go-to-market strategies that actually land customers. Whether you’re in AI, insurance, or any data-driven B2B startup, this episode offers rare insight into how to position breakthrough technology in an old-school industry — and scale it effectively. Funded, Now What?! is the only startup podcast where recently funded founders get expert-level, no-fluff growth advice from 20-year startup marketing veteran Andrew Lee Miller. Each episode dives into how they raised millions — then delivers tactical strategies on how to spend it to scale smarter and faster. If you’re a founder figuring out how to turn funding into traction, this podcast is like having a fractional CMO inside your company — for free. 🎧 Listen to more episodes: www.growthexpertz.com/podcast 📧 Get in touch: andrew@growthexpertz.com Founded by Andrew Lee Miller, GrowthExpertz is a global fractional growth consultancy helping startups scale fast without bloated full-time costs. With 20 years of experience, 3 exits, and over 100 startup success stories, Andrew and his team provide hands-on expertise in marketing, growth strategy, and go-to-market execution. Learn more at www.growthexpertz.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 分
  • How To Scale B2G Marketing With ContraVault Cofounder Isha Juneja

    How To Scale B2G Marketing With ContraVault Cofounder Isha Juneja
    2025/08/20
    In this episode of The Funded, Now What?! Podcast, Andrew Lee Miller sits down with Isha Juneja, Co-Founder of ContraVault to discuss how she and her team are building tools to empower creators and freelancers with smarter financial control. Isha shares her journey of co-founding ContraVault, the challenges of bringing a financial platform to life, and the insights she’s gained while serving independent workers in today’s changing economy. You’ll learn: -The story behind ContraVault and why it matters for freelancers and creators -How Isha and her team validated their idea and brought it to market -Lessons in fundraising, building early traction, and scaling responsibly -The importance of resilience and adaptability in the startup journey About the Show The GrowthExpertz Funded, Now What?! Podcast is where founders, marketers, and dreamers learn how to launch, grow, and scale startups from people who’ve been in the trenches. Each week, Andrew sits down with entrepreneurs, investors, and experts to unpack real stories and hard-won lessons that can help you on your journey. 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 Lee Miller Andrew is a startup marketing expert, angel investor, and global speaker who has spent 15+ years helping early-stage companies grow without relying on big budgets. Having driven three successful exits as Head of Marketing, Andrew now works with founders worldwide through GrowthExpertz, workshops, and his podcast. www.andrewstartups.com www.linkedin.com/in/andrewstartups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 分
  • 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