
From Spark to New Venture is a student-driven podcast from the University of Mary Washington (UMW), where undergraduates share the stories of entrepreneurs and their journeys from idea to venture. Each episode uncovers the sparks of inspiration, the challenges they faced, and the mindsets that helped them overcome obstacles in their journey. The goal of this podcast is to inspire students to learn... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 46 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEntrepreneurship | |||

This episode tells the story of Ben Mala and how he went from craving financial freedom to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. It walks through what motivated him to start, how he learned the business, and how he built money and connectio... more
This episode tells the story of a self-employed home-cleaning business owner who
transformed a simple idea into a sustainable venture through determination, adaptability, and hard work. Starting with limited resources, she shares what motivated her t... more
This narrative outlines the entrepreneurial journey of a Zimbabwean visionary who turned a personal obstacle into a thriving concrete brick manufacturing business. Motivated by the high cost and scarcity of building materials while constructing a fam... more
We had the pleasure of interviewing UMW’s softball pitching coach, Coach Echo, as she gave us a deep dive into her chocolate business. Echo has always had a love for chocolate, and turned her passion into profit, with Echo Chocolate opening in 2016. ... more
In this episode, host Will Ballow sits down with Jama Ibrahim, co-founder of the clothing brand Velocity Empire. Jama goes into what motivated him to help start this brand as well as the prior resources and knowledge he used to help it launch. Althou... more
This episode retells the start up and hardships of a husband and wife duo as they navigate their own twist on a beignet business in the heart of central Oregon.
In this episode, I sit down with my uncle, a multi-business owner whose entrepreneurial journey is as inspiring as it is insightful. We talk about what sparked his drive to start his own ventures, the motivation that keeps him moving forward, ways to... more
In this conversation, Sammy, a young college soccer player, explains how he turned his love for the game into an entrepreneurial side job by training younger kids. He was motivated by a mix of passion for soccer, wanting to give back to younger playe... more
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This student-driven podcast serves as a platform for undergraduate students to share inspiring stories from entrepreneurs who have navigated the journey of turning their ideas into ventures. Through engaging narratives, listeners explore the motivations behind various entrepreneurial endeavors, the challenges faced along the way, and the invaluable lessons gleaned from these experiences. Topics like creativity, resilience, networking, and practical advice dominate the discussions, catering to aspiring entrepreneurs seeking to cultivate their own business acumen. The relatable format, driven by peer-hosts, creates an accessible framework for students to gain insight into the entrepreneurial process and the mindsets crucial for success.
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Recent guests on From Spark to New Venture include:
1. Erick Capellino
2. Kate Capellino
3. Jama Ibrahim
4. Farras Bakir
5. Sammy Amorose
6. Keith Haskett
7. Jimmy Donaldson
8. Ben Francis
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