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The Empire Builders Podcast

Stephen Semple and David Young
Marketing
Amazon
Entrepreneurship
Franchising
Mars Corporation
Artificial Intelligence
Sesame Street
Pez
Folgers
Untuck It
Walmart
Nintendo
Birkenstock
7-Eleven
LEGO
Lowe's
Industrial Revolution
Cabela's
Supergoop
Spin Master

Reverse engineering the success of established business empires.

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Dave Young:

Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not so secret techniques that took famous busi... more

The Scott brothers saw opportunity when the ‘Crapper’ started to become a household name. Thank you

Dave Young:

Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not so secret techniques that took famous businesses from mom an... more

Anne Beiler want to support her husband’s business by selling some homemade goods at the local food market. I guess it worked.

Dave Young:

Welcome to The Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not-so-secret techniques that took fam... more

Rich and Greg Komen decided they wanted a empire and then went a built it. Not the normal path, but… Cinnabon!

Dave Young:

Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not so secret techniques that took famous businesses f... more

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Recent Guests

Kyla Dufresne
Founder and CEO of Foxy Box Laser & Wax Bars
Foxy Box Laser & Wax Bars
Episode: #252: Foxy Box (part 1) – Powerful & Energized
Stephen Semple
Marketing consultant, story collector and storyteller
Self-employed/consultant
Episode: #241: P.F. Chang’s – From Scottsdale To The World
Travis Crawford
Marketing consultant and business owner, emphasizing trust in the HVAC industry
hvac.com
Episode: #230: French Florist (Part 2) – In The Business of Love
Michael Jacobson
Owner of French Florist
French Florist
Episode: #229: French Florist (Part 1) – From Failing to Flourishing
Chris Ricobono
Co-founder of Untuck It, visionary behind creating shirts designed to be worn untucked
Untuck It
Episode: #223: Untuckit – Shirt. Problem. Solved.
Aaron Sendez
Co-founder of Untuck It, partners with Chris Ricobono in the fashion venture
Untuck It
Episode: #223: Untuckit – Shirt. Problem. Solved.
Jessica LeNoble
The last to join the business, she has been with LeNoble Lumber for almost a year.
LeNoble Lumber
Episode: #219: LeNoble Lumber – 3 Generations Strong
Dan LeNoble
Vice President of LeNoble Lumber, has been with the company for over 15 years.
LeNoble Lumber
Episode: #219: LeNoble Lumber – 3 Generations Strong
Ben Bernstein
Co-Vice President of LeNoble Lumber, has been part of the company since 2013.
LeNoble Lumber
Episode: #219: LeNoble Lumber – 3 Generations Strong

Hosts

Dave Young
Host of The Empire Builders Podcast
Stephen Semple
Marketing consultant and storyteller / host of The Empire Builders Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Gratitude

    Stephen and David have a wealth of knowledge that they effortlessly weave into entertaining nuggets that any business or entrepreneur should pay attention to.

    I absolutely love listening to this show and have learned so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ethos Ari
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great storytelling

    I love a good business origin story, and these guys are masters at this craft. Extra credit for telling the stories of brands of my youth (Cabbage Patch Dolls, Slinky, Silly Putty), but I love some the newer stories as well (Etsy, Dry Bar Blow Out, Liquid Death). Great for business development inspiration, regardless of your line of work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    singlemominatl
    United States2 years ago
  • Great listen

    I just found this podcast (saw it mentioned on a friend’s Facebook) earlier this week and now I’m bingeing! It’s a great way to learn the history of businesses with lessons to apply. I really like the banter too. I’ve listened to about 20 episodes at this point. So far my favorites are Mary Matilda Harper (really how is it possible we all don’t know about her?????) and Smirnoff. I can’t wait to catch up more. Thanks for the great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iphigene Murphy
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome story telling!

    Podchaser
    5
    info
    4 years ago
  • A must for Business Owners

    You have probably heard of some of these stories before and that is why they are worth repeating, but the way these 2 guys break down the pathway to success and how you can apply it to your business is second to none. They are short and power packed. I have really enjoyed listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Devildog22
    Canada4 years ago

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• Audiences value concise, lesson-focused episodes that distill branding principles.
• Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and actionable business lessons.
• Fans appreciate historical case studies and practical takeaways for growth.

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#255: Top Golf – Identity Crisis???
Q: What was the fundamental misreading in the Topgolf story?
They misperceived Topgolf as a golf business rather than an entertainment/social venue, which led Callaway to push golf club sales instead of embracing the entertainment-driven model.
#229: French Florist (Part 1) – From Failing to Flourishing
Q: What were some of the key changes you implemented at French Florist to drive growth?
Jacobson focused on eliminating order aggregators, investing in technology, improving supply chain processes, and enhancing customer experience.
#229: French Florist (Part 1) – From Failing to Flourishing
Q: What motivated you to take over the French Florist business?
Jacobson initially was there to help his uncle exit the business but became passionate about transforming the floral industry based on systemic issues he recognized.
#219: LeNoble Lumber – 3 Generations Strong
Q: How did the company adapt to changes in the market, especially regarding the film and TV industry?
We realized the need to diversify our clientele instead of relying solely on the film industry for revenue, leading us to invest in different product lines.
#219: LeNoble Lumber – 3 Generations Strong
Q: What are some key factors that made your business successful over the generations?
Starting from the ground level to understand every job in the company, and close involvement of previous generations in preparing the next generation to lead.

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This show explores how iconic brands and products achieved lasting success through storytelling, branding, and smart business moves. Across episodes, it often uses historical case studies—from toys and snacks to tech giants—to extract actionable principles: how licensing, category crossovers, and refreshed brand assets can unlock growth; the power of on-shelf design, PR, and experiential tactics; and the importance of reframing products to fit consumer behavior. It blends engaging banter with practical takeaways, offering concise lessons that listeners can apply to marketing, product development, and strategic storytelling. Expect frequent nods to real-world experiments, audience play, and a consistent emphasis on turning latent assets into... more

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1. Kyla Dufresne
2. Stephen Semple
3. Travis Crawford
4. Michael Jacobson
5. Chris Ricobono
6. Aaron Sendez
7. Jessica LeNoble
8. Dan LeNoble

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