Starting It Up

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Starting it Up is where dozens of the top startup founders, CEOs, and investors share their entrepreneurial stories.

Hosted by Ben Burman, each episode uncovers actionable information that you can learn from and use on your own journey.

E31: Artem Mashkov | Focusing on the Fundamentals - How to Find the Right Business to Start, Invest in, or Join

Oct 31, 2019

Artem Mashkov is a repeat founder and investor who currently spends the bulk of his time as the COO of SwagUp.

Artem started his entrepreneurial journey in the cell phone world where he went from handing out flyers to becoming the Principal Franchise Owner of 12 Verizon locations across NYC. In addition, Artem is the...

E30: Dan & Ben Mardkha | Building a Business as Brothers - How Marke Is Reinventing the Wedding Band Experience

Oct 24, 2019

Daniel and Ben Mardkha are brothers and the Co-Founders of Marke.

Marke makes it easy for men to buy a wedding band. They're reinventing the traditional purchasing experience by simplifying and guiding grooms through the process. With Marke's home try-on-kit, they’ve been referred to as the “Warby Parker” of...

E29: Farbood Nivi | Going With Your Gut - How Coinmine is Making it Possible to Mine Crypto From Anywhere

Oct 17, 2019

Farbood (Farb) Nivi is a serial entrepreneur and currently the Founder & CEO of Coinmine.

Coinmine One is the first all-in-one crypto miner for everyone. Farb and his co-founder, Justin Lambert, have revolutionized the crypto mining industry by creating a sleek, quiet, and aesthetically pleasing device to...