Founders Future
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Join us on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and business growth with the Founders Future podcast, powered by Closers.io. Each episode features an in-depth, one-on-one interview with a visionary founder, exploring their unique path to success and strategies for future expansion.
What to Expect
In each 25-minute episode, we dive deep into two key areas:
1. The Founding Journey (10-12 minutes)
- Discover the inspiration behind groundbreaking companies
- Explore pivotal moments and challenges faced by founders
- Uncover valuable lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship
2. Future Growth Plans (10-12 minutes)
- Gain insights into winning business strategies
- Learn about innovative approaches to client acquisition and expansion
- Get a glimpse into the future of various industries from those shaping them
Why Listen?
- Hear firsthand accounts of entrepreneurial triumphs and tribulations
- Gain practical advice for overcoming common business challenges
- Stay ahead of industry trends and future market shifts
- Learn from diverse perspectives on work-life balance and leadership
- Get inspired by the visions and strategies of successful founders
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply curious about the world of business, the Founders Future podcast offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to drive growth and innovation in their field.
Tune in to Founders Future, powered by Closers.io, and join us on a journey of discovery, learning, and inspiration from the brightest minds in the business world.
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Founders Future
From Social Work to Entrepreneurship: Katie Dirrig’s Founder Journey
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In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, Katie Dirrig joins the show to share her journey from a 15-year career in social work to co-founding Rooted Business Foundations, a comprehensive business support company serving women, LGBTQ+, and underserved entrepreneurs. Drawing from her background in nonprofit leadership and real estate, Katie explains how a series of intentional pivots led her to build a one-stop-shop model that helps founders move from burnout to sustainable growth.**
Katie breaks down how Rooted Business Foundations supports entrepreneurs at every stage—from idea validation to team expansion—through customized audits, administrative systems, marketing support, and coaching. The conversation explores relationship-driven client acquisition, navigating inconsistent revenue cycles, thoughtful use of paid ads, and the challenge of stepping out of client work into true leadership. Katie also shares her long-term vision of building a values-aligned, community-centered ecosystem that prioritizes impact, collaboration, and financial empowerment over competition.