Podcasts about kanga coolers

If you were given $500 for a school project and told to make a successful product with it, could you? Today we are joined by Ryan Frazier Co-Founder of Kanga Coolers, who did exactly that! Kanga Coolers was started as a Clemson University class project, but has since turned into a widely successful brand, which has many product lines that have been featured on Shark Tank and MrBeast. Kanga Coolers are iceless coolers, that act as a koozie for your beer, keeping it cold for up to 7 hours. Kanga Coolers offers the Kase Mate, Pouch, Backpack, a new beer block, and tons of apparel. Tune in to learn where you can get your Kanga Coolers in the Upstate, customize your cooler online, and key details on a new product line dropping soon! Kanga Coolers Ryan Frazier, Co-Founder kangacoolers.com

In this episode I am joined by Austin Maxwell of Kanga Coolers, the worlds first iceless cooler for your case, keeping beverages cold for up to 7 hours. The co-founders all had expensive coolers that could keep their drinks cold for 3 weeks, but never used them to keep their drinks cold for 3 hours! They were too bulky to carry, and getting ice each time was a hassle. So, they would just grab a cold case from the store and just drink it as it got warm.  That's when it hit them: if they're already getting a cold case from the store, why not just keep it cold for the entire time they're actually going to enjoy it? The concept behind the Kase Mate was born: a soft cooler that slides around a cold case of beer, and keeps it cold for up to 7 hours without the need for ice. Make sure to check out Kanga Coolers at: https://kangacoolers.com/   Register FREE for Starting Small Summit: https://ideaweek.com/event/1698781423088x717415344732212200 Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup   Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle

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In this conversation, Austin Maxwell discusses the importance of delegation and the early success of his business on TikTok. Austin also emphasizes the value of TikTok for revenue generation and the expansion to other social media platforms. He talks about the effectiveness of a brand ambassador program in recruiting young and talented individuals. Additionally, he discusses the organization of content creation and the importance of giving creative freedom to the social media manager. This Episode Is Sponsored by CHARCHARMS! The Cutest Things Ever Follow Kanga Coolers on Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn Introduction and Delegation Discovering TikTok Early Success on TikTok Team Effort and Time Constraints Value of TikTok for Revenue Generation Expanding to Other Social Media Platforms Recruiting through Brand Ambassador Program Creating a Brand Ambassador Program Organizing Content Creation Giving Creative Freedom to Social Media Manager Delegation as a Founder Managing Brand Perception Embracing Opinions and Building Relationships Different Brand Voices on Different Channels Sharing Mistakes and Wins Taking Advantage of Opportunities

In this episode of In The Club Podcast by Club Colors, Austin Maxwell and Breck Dismukes revealed the extraordinary journey of Kanga Coolers from a college project to a successful business venture. Listen in as they share the behind-the-scenes preparation for Shark Tank. Breck and Austin discuss the power of social media and the impact it has had on their brand. They emphasize the importance of taking risks and not being afraid of failure. They also talk about the value of authenticity and building a strong team culture. Breck and Austin share their vision for the future of Kanga Coolers and their desire to inspire and mentor others.KEY TAKEAWAYSTaking risks and being willing to fail is essential for personal and professional growth.Social media provides an opportunity for organic virality and reaching a global audience.Building a strong team culture and supporting each other's goals is crucial for success.Authenticity and transparency in content creation can resonate with audiences and build brand loyalty.Embracing challenges and learning from failures is a key part of the entrepreneurial journey.QUOTES"The biggest point of fear is right before you jump. After you jump, you're not scared anymore.""We're hitting at least 75, 100 pieces of content a week right now. It's amazing.""Even content that is not well received still has an impact.""There is no such thing as a bad reaction to content, as long as it is viewed." "Take the most high-risk path you possibly can when you're as young as possible. You have the least to lose and the most to gain.""People want to do business with people that they love, that they like spending time with, and that they trust.""If the problem arises, find a solution. Find three solutions and then pick the best one.""Keep asking why, but also listen to folks that have been there, done that, bought the t-shirt.""Don't stop learning. Be open-minded and continually try new things.""In three years, we want to have 10 million advocates of the brand."Connect and learn more about our guests through the links below.Austin Maxwell's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-maxwell-164103113/Breck Dismukes' Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breckdismukes/Website: https://kangacoolers.com/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

In this episode of In The Club Podcast by Club Colors, Austin Maxwell and Breck Dismukes revealed the extraordinary journey of Kanga Coolers from a college project to a successful business venture. Listen in as they share the behind-the-scenes preparation for Shark Tank, the unexpected twist in the promotional products industry, and the pivotal role culture plays in their company's growth.KEY TAKEAWAYSPreparation is Key: Discover how Kanga Coolers' founders meticulously prepared for Shark Tank by subjecting themselves to intense scrutiny and feedback, which ultimately shaped their success on the show.Crowdfunding and Industry Revelation: Learn how crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter kickstarted their business and how unexpected opportunities in the promotional products industry revolutionized their trajectory.Cultural Foundations: Understand the significance of a strong, fun, and supportive company culture in driving motivation, commitment, and camaraderie among team members.QUOTES"Well, we believe that there's no such thing as being overprepared.""We got roasted. We got ripped to shreds. We went back and analyzed that video and picked apart the things that we liked.""The importance of culture is unbelievable... Winning is fun and it's supposed to be fun.""We are building those layers of management right now... So you do need people that are loyal and bought in."Connect and learn more about our guests through the links below.Austin Maxwell's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-maxwell-164103113/Breck Dismukes' Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breckdismukes/Website: https://kangacoolers.com/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

”I like sharing the failures that I've had, in hopes that someone can pick something up from that and not make the same mistakes that I've made” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Austin Maxwell @aus_maxwell. Maxwell is the co-founder and head of sales of Kanga Coolers @kangacoolers. Kanga Coolers started as part of a class project in the Spring of 2017, and they now sell directly on their website and to retailers across the country. As seen on Shark Tank they signed a deal with Mark Cuban, and have been growing the business ever since! S5 Episode 8: 06/20/2023 Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Austin Maxwell Audio Credit Intro: Draw The Line Mastered by Connor Christian Follow Our Podcast: Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  Twitter: @dailygrindpod https://www.twitter.com/dailygrindpod  Podcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod  Follow Our Special Guest: Instagram: @aus_maxwell https://www.instagram.com/aus_maxwell/ Kanga Coolers Instagram: @kangacoolers https://www.instagram.com/kangacoolers/ Kanga Coolers Twitter: @kangacoolers https://twitter.com/kangacoolers?lang=en  Kanga Coolers Website: https://kangacoolers.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailygrindpod/support

Today we hear from Austin Maxwell who co-founded the local startup company, Kanga Coolers. Austin and his fellow Clemson classmates started Kanga as a class project and never looked back. They knew there was a need for a lightweight cooler that could keep drinks cool without the need for ice, so they created a koozie for a case of beer. This product has since evolved to reach new heights by being featured on Shark Tank and turning a revenue of more than 7-figures. Tune in to learn more about their product and how it is changing the cooler market. Kanga Coolers Austin Maxwell kangacoolers.com

We all make mistakes. And making mistakes can be frustrating, even if we all know, deep down, that's the best way to learn. But when you've raised the stakes and invested all of your time, energy and money into a brand new business, that frustration can turn into disaster and failure. The question is, at what point does a mistake go from 'vital life lesson' to 'end of the road'? In Season 3, Episode 9 of Making It Work, we speak to Jacquelyn Rodgers of Greentop Gifts, Christa Cotton of El Guapo Bitters, Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers and Ana Van Pelt and Kirsten Colter of Niche Snowboards. So what are the most common catastrophes for a fledgling company? And is making mistakes a crucial component of success? Tune in to find out. Exclusive offer for Making It Work listeners! Open a FedEx account and SAVE UP TO 40% on shipping services, including residential and delivery area surcharges. Visit fedex.com/MakingitWorkoffer

Small business owners can have a big problem with micromanagement. But one person's toxic work culture can be another's collaborative approach, and when you own your own business, striving for perfection can mean you're a stickler for a tried-and-tested method. So is micromanagement even a bad thing? In Season 3, Episode 7 of Making It Work, we speak to Stephanie Duncan of Harmony Harvest Farm, Chait Razdan of Care+Wear, Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers and Christa Cotton of El Guapo Bitters. So why do so many entrepreneurs turn into micromanagers? And what can you do to avoid becoming one? Tune in to find out. Exclusive offer for Making It Work listeners! Open a FedEx account and SAVE UP TO 40% on shipping services, including residential and delivery area surcharges. fedex.com/makingitworkoffer

Engineer turned Entreprenur Austin Maxwell started out on Shark Tank, and now he's selling coolers around the country. Austin shares his secrets to: Generating his first $100K in sales to get on Shark Tank Dominating trade shows as a sales channel and form of lead generation The Shark Tank impact on a growing business All ships sink eventually, including the partnerships you launched your business with. How Austin is currently finding high ROI on Tik Tok. Sign up for Chris' weekly newsletter https://chrismeade.beehiiv.com/subscribe (Cross Commerce) here, and connect with him on https://twitter.com/chrismeadej (Twitter) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjmeade/ (Linkedin). Chris Meade is the co-founder & CMO of CROSSNET, the world's first four-way volleyball game. Chris was honored with Forbes 30U30 for the 2021 Sports category. CROSSNET combines elements of the childhood game four square and volleyball in a competitive game to 11, win by 2. CROSSNET is now available at 3000+ retail stores such as Walmart, Target, DICKS, Academy Sports, Sam's Club and 20+ other retailers.

SEO is the holy grail of online marketing. But optimizing your content to rank higher on Google can be easier said than done, especially if you're an entrepreneur who's strapped for time and strapped for cash. Let's see how these business owners create content that reflects their brand story, and how you can do the same – on a budget. In Episode 5, Season 3 of Making It Work, we speak to Christa Cotton of El Guapo Bitters, Graham Veysey and Fisk Biggar of Graham+Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can, Jacquelyn Rodgers of Greentop Gifts and Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers. So how do you create content that really converts? And is setting up a blog all a waste of time? Tune in to find out.

The pandemic really boosted online shopping and home deliveries, paving the way for a whole different kind of retail therapy: the unboxing experience. After all, retail stores don't really care about the box that products are delivered in – but if you buy direct from a small business, you want to know the story behind their product. Let's find out how entrepreneurs perfect their packaging. In Episode 4, Season 3 of Making It Work, we speak to Stephanie Duncan of Harmony Harvest Farm, Graham Veysey and Fisk Biggar of Graham+Fisk's Wine-In-A-Can, Jacquelyn Rodgers of Greentop Gifts and Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers. So how do you create that doorstep ‘wow' factor? And can you deliver it on a budget? Tune in to find out.

We all have personal goals. But, as we strive to achieve them, it can be difficult to recognize those milestones along the way. By their own admission entrepreneurs have chosen a vocation with no end in sight, but with this limitless potential comes fierce determination – hardly a recipe for celebrating success. In Episode 3, Season 3 of Making It Work, we speak to Stephanie Duncan of Harmony Harvest Farm, Chait Razdan of Care+Wear, Jacquelyn Rodgers of Greentop Gifts and Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers. So how do small business owners celebrate their accomplishments? And why are some of them so bad at it? Tune in to find out.

In a 'next day delivery world' we're used to getting the products we buy, fast. But what does this mean for the entrepreneurs who make them? In pursuit of high quality goods and that rapid last mile, small businesses are enduring piles of paperwork, material shortages and longer lead times than ever. And that was before the pandemic. In Season 3 Episode 2 of Making It Work we speak to Stephanie Duncan of Harmony Harvest Farm, Christa Cotton of El Guapo Bitters, Jacquelyn Rodgers of Greentop Gifts and Logan LaMance of Kanga Coolers. So will the supply chain ever get back to where it was? And couldn't our entrepreneurs just make their stuff in the US? Tune in to find out.

Today we hear from Austin Maxwell who co-founded the local startup company, Kanga Coolers. Austin and his fellow Clemson classmates started Kanga as a class project and never looked back. They knew there was a need for a lightweight cooler that could keep drinks cool without the need for ice, so they created a koozie for a case of beer. This product has since evolved to reach new heights by being featured on Shark Tank and turning a revenue of more than 7-figures. Tune in to learn more about their product and how it is changing the cooler market. Austin Maxwell Kanga Coolers kangacoolers.com

Episode 57: The guys welcome Austin and Colin from Kanga Coolers on the podcast to talk about renting an actual kangaroo, their NASCAR driver running out of gas, and how to make a deal on the show Shark Tank.

Austin Maxwell is Co- Founder and head of sales for an up and coming company called Kanga Coolers! As seen on Shark Tank they signed a deal with Mark Cuban, and have been growing the business ever since! Want tips on how they started out?

Logan and his classmates turned a class project into a Shark Tank appearance and a multi-million dollar company that won't stop growing. 

Kanga Coolers was founded by 5 close friends with completely different backgrounds united by one simple thing: we love cold beer. When we were assigned a class project to create an idea that solved a problem we faced, we knew exactly what it would revolve around. We found ourselves drinking warm beer at a tailgate in Clemson, South Carolina. For the love of all that is holy, why are we drinking warm beer!?! We all had $300 coolers that could keep beer cold for a few weeks but didn't use them to keep our beer cold for a few hours? This made no sense. Well, we didn't use our coolers because we didn't want to have to deal with ice and hauling the huge thing all the way to our tailgate a mile from where we parked. So, instead, we stopped by the convenience store, grabbed a cold case, and just carried it with us to drink it as it got warm. We found our problem... Warm... Beer... Sucks! With this in mind, We noticed something very profound at the tailgate next to ours. It might seem normal to most, but what it represented was life changing. We saw someone take a cold beer out of a cooler and put it into a can insulator. What we really saw was someone take a cold beer out of what made it cold (the cooler) and put it into something to keep it cold for the entire time they'll actually enjoy it (the Insulating Sleeve). THAT'S when it hit us: WHY THE HECK ISN'T THERE A CAN INSULATOR FOR A WHOLE CASE! We took it out of a fridge (what made it cold), but we needed something to put it in to keep it cold for the entire time we were actually going to enjoy it without the ice or hassle! Right then and there, the vision for the Kanga Kase Mate was born. There was no going back. We realized what we had to do: end the tyranny of Big Cooler and set millions free from having to choose between cold OR convenience. Check out Kanga Coolers here https://kangacoolers.com/

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Flowster Live Demo https://flowster.app/live-demo/     Episode Highlights [02:16] — Logan introduces Kanga Coolers Kanga Coolers is a company he started back in college. They produce koozies for beer or soda cases. He had to create a solution to a problem for his entrepreneurial class.  The idea came from tailgate parties and how they never used coolers because they were inconvenient.  They just bought from convenience stores and drank their beer warm.  Their product bridges the gap between convenience and coldness of the beverage. [04:30] — How much has the company grown?   Kanga Coolers is in its 5th year of business. They became a multi-million dollar company last year and expect to double or triple their net growth within the next quarter. Their success was boosted by their appearance on Shark Tank when Mark Cuban offered them an investment. [06:23] — From class project to an actual company They had to figure out every aspect of the business, from marketing, website development to creating a prototype. After buying the materials for the koozie, they took it to a dress alteration shop and asked someone to make the prototype. When starting a business, you have to get your foundations set up.  This process involves the not-so-fun parts of a business, such as filing for intellectual property and setting up operating agreements. In terms of capital, they got started with loans from friends and family. Since then, they've adopted more of a bootstrap method. [10:11] — Kickstarter and Shark Tank Right after they did market testing, they met their first mentor. This person helped shift their mindset to become more serious. Then, they turned to Kickstarter to market and sell their product but found that their target market was not on that platform.  Whenever you drag a customer too far to buy your product, you pay more money than you would get in return. They learned that lesson the hard way but made it out alive to turn the next page on their next chapter—Shark Tank. To prepare for the show, they watched episodes and conducted mock trials. [16:12] — Understanding the target market Initially, they assumed that college students would be their target market, but it turned out to be recent grads. It's hard to narrow down your target customers when your product has broad appeal. Kanga Coolers figured out their market by analyzing online marketing metrics. Testing your assumptions is essential to not marketing to the wrong audience. [21:01] — Getting a lucky break via B2B Lead Generation Before the Shark Tank episode, Logan's team had to generate enough revenue. They did this through B2B lead generation. They got a lucky break when a company reached out to them, wanting custom koozies with their logo. Luck is the meeting of preparation and opportunity.  If they had not chosen a material they could print on, they would not have been successful with that particular B2B lead generation. [23:16] — Figuring out Facebook ads and eCommerce You can't establish a reliable relationship with your agency or partner if you don't grasp how Facebook ads and internet marketing in general work. After having a volatile relationship with some ad companies, Logan studied how online ads work using digital resources.  He now has a partner who handles Facebook ads for their company. In terms of sales channels, they temporarily opened on Amazon. However, they are focusing on only one channel right now due to inventory shortages: Shopify. They diversify their manufacturing and try to reduce the distance from the manufacturers. [30:15] — Getting into retail It takes a long time to broker a deal with a retail company.  You have to nurture the relationship and be ready when the opportunity comes up.  B2B lead generation makes up about 40% of their revenue, split evenly between custom and wholesale. The B2B lead generation side of their business is only one stream of income. Kanga Coolers has diverse income streams. [35:30] — Content is king Having quality content will be even more critical now that iOS users can opt out of targeting. Kanga has long-form content, ranging from documentaries to podcasts. They found social media success on TikTok. Here, they create content for top of the funnel, mass awareness. Listen to the full episode for more ideas on how to find or buy an audience! Down the road, their marketing will expand to involve SEO and influencer marketing. [50:06] — The challenge to scale Maximizing their multiple distribution channels with one product is a challenge for them.  So is introducing new products to the market. Instead of doing poorly at many things, they choose to focus on a few routes to excel. Be wary of Amazon resellers who violate the minimum advertised price. When this happens, you compromise your relationship with retail companies. Overall, they love what they do, so they have yet to think of an exit strategy.    

In this episode of Hunting Influence, Aaron is joined by Austin Maxwell, Co-Founder at Kanga Coolers. They discuss the Kanga Coolers origin story, the Shark Tank experience and their relationship with the shark that did the deal: Mark Cuban.

I had the privilege of interviewing the Founder and CEO, Logan LaMance (instagram @Logan_lamance13), of Kanga Coolers. Started in 2017 in Clemson, SC and now, a thriving business in Greenville, SC, Kanga Coolers started with an idea to make a cooler that's lightweight but keeps your beverages cold without taking them out of the box.We delve into what made him come up with the idea, what inspired him to be an entrepreneur and the not so easy road that led him here. At 21, he had a decision to make. Keep going with the flow and down a path that most go and not making the best choices, to working for himself and doing what he loves. He threw "normal" out the door and knew this was his chance to prove to himself that he could do this.He and his friends made it on Shark Tank and were picked up by Mark Cuban, yes Shark Tank. But that's not what I wanted to talk about and neither did he. -To wrap up this season of Outdream Your Devils, I couldn't think of a better way than hearing from a 25 year old, destined for an engineering career, about growing  himself and his team everyday, to success. The entrepreneur life isn't easy but when you do what you love, it doesn't feel like work.Logan, you inspired me, and I know you have inspired everyone around you. Thank you for doing the hard things and proving what we all know, nothing worth having comes easy.Go check out their site of AMAZING designs of  Kanga Coolers and koozies. Follow them on Instagram @kangacoolers and give them some love!

Today on the pod we are joined by Kanga Coolers co-founder Teddy Giard. Teddy discusses a ton of things regarding Kanga including their experience growing the promising company and even appearing on Shark Tank! Tune in to hear their incredible story! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesidelinesweep/support

Teddy Giard and Kyle Self, founders of Kanga Coolers jumped onto The eCom Ops Podcast to share their knowledge and experience in eCommerce operations, how they transformed a college project into a successful eCom venture and the impact of COVID-19 on their business.

Austin Maxwell joins me for Episode 5 of the Mid 20's Podcast. In Episode 5 I talk to Austin about his time in Clemson, activities he was involved in that developed skills he uses today, his involvement as a brand ambassador for multiple companies during his time as a student at Clemson, his experience launching a start-up company with his college friends, his experience on Shark Tank and getting a deal with Mark Cuban, he talks about the inspiration and journey with Kanga Coolers as well as much more.