In this episode, Darren Reinke explores the journey of entrepreneurship with Co-Founder of Wove, Andrew Wolgemuth. Andrew recounts his unique journey from West Point to becoming an Army Ranger to starting a jewelry company, highlighting why nobody should face entrepreneurship alone. He shares insights on leveraging distribution channels that help your business win, building a supportive community, and the pivotal moments that shaped Wove.

Wove is a 21st century jeweler, bringing the jewelry designer directly to couples for custom engagement ring creation.

Show Notes:

• What Drew Was Like as a Kid [0:53]
• Andrew's Experience at West Point [1:35]
• Andrew's Experience with His First Deployment and How He Prepared [6:26]
• How Andrew Earned the Trust of His Team [8:02]
• How a Major Industry Fueled Andrew's Transition Out of the Military [9:50]
• How Andrew Created a New Identity After the Military [11:45]
• Why Andrew Decided to Start His First Jewelry Business [14:38]
• The Specific Moment Andrew Knew His Business Was Viable [17:02]
• Why Humility Is Critical When Raising Money for Your Company [17:43]
• How Drew Maintained His Belief in His Business [19:42]
• The State of Drew's Business Today [22:18]
• How Wove Positions Itself to Tackle New Markets [24:20]
• What's Next for Wove [26:19]
• What Drew Has Learned About Himself Running a Startup [28:06]
• Drew's Advice for Building a Community Within Your Customer Base [29:12]
• Wove's 10-Year Plan [31:15]

Links:

• Website: https://wovemade.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wove_made