In this episode, I speak with Jin Zhou, co-founder of Purilogics. As a kid, Jin grew up around a family of entrepreneurs and he thought that was something he wanted to do at an early age; however, after graduating he was encouraged by his family to get his PhD. He attended Clemson University. It was towards the end of receiving that PhD that one of his professors talked to him about starting Purilogics. He says he has always had a knack in his entrepreneurial journey to find resources to help teach him valuable business skills he did not get in his formal educational studies. He talks about with an early-stage startup company why it is important on working to control your stress and pressure and to realize the journey is going to be an emotional roller coaster.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Bill West of Ellipsis Technologies. He talks about moving to Greenville to run a company with an expectation of staying onboard for 2 years...and he has never left! I asked his advice about raising money for a start-up company. He said the traditional first round of funding is usually your friends and family. This will allow you to evaluate your company concept. He talks about the importance of giving your employees equity in the company. He recommends providing this to as many people within the company as possible so that you are aligned with your shareholders.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Steve Thies of Integrated Biometrics, otherwise known as IB. Steve served as CEO until this past July when he announced his retirement. He became the CEO after first serving as a silent investor of IB. The company was recognized on the Inc 5000 list for six consecutive years under his leadership.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Greg Dickinson of Omedym. Greg is also a podcast host and author.... both titled "The Convenience Economy." Omedym is Greg's sixth start-up company which qualifies him as a serial entrepreneur. He believes that you should allow no one to outhustle you.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Bill Taylor of kVA by UL. This company provides expertise in functional safety for the automotive industry. He built this company based on his and his business partner's subject matter expertise. Bill talks about the value of being an industry speaker and making the market aware of your subject matter expertise. kVA was acquired by UL in 2018. Bill discusses why it is important to ensure the acquiring company represents and provides the best cultural fit for your employees.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast.....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Craig Cahaly, founder of Cahaly's Custom Clothing. Craig decided to become an entrepreneur because he did not believe he could work in a confined structure. He also found it best to work on his own time and to push himself. The idea for Cahaly's Custom Clothing came to him while working in a clothing store in college. Craig's ideology is that clothing tends to be a second thought for people, but it is the first priority of each day.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast.....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Keith Shields, Co-Founder and CEO of Designli. Keith's entrepreneurial journey started at the early age of 10. I also have him do some freestyle beat box in this episode.... you’re welcome! Keith is a servant leader. Check out his Entrepreneurial Insights blog on his website (App Development & Software Tips - Designli Blog).

About RE: SOURCE Podcast.....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.

In this episode I speak with Matt Dunbar, the Co-Founder and Managing Director for VentureSouth. Matt subscribes to the philosophy of "effectual leadership". He also shares the ideal company profile that would be a great match for the investors at VentureSouth.

About RE: SOURCE Podcast.....

SOURCE stands for Serving Our Upstate Region Community Entrepreneurs. In each episode, Jeff Wilson will have as his guest an entrepreneur from the Upstate of South Carolina to share their journey. These stories are intended to inspire other entrepreneurs as they are forging their own journey.