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Friday Fix: The Side Quest’s First Episode, The Download, and Complete Breakfast
Posted Yesterday tl;dr GrepBeat.com covers a lot of news about startups and technology, and the "Friday Fix" helps you catch up on the week's stories. This week, they talked about a Chapel Hill company called Complete Breakfast, advice for participating in a business accelerator, and introduced a new podcast called "The Side Quest." You can listen to these stories on The GrepBeat Podcast to stay updated on local tech news. |
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The Side Quest: Claw Machines and Business Beginnings with Chris Geiss of Seguno
Posted Thursday tl;dr Welcome to the first episode of "The Side Quest," a new series by GrepBeat hosted by Joe Colopy and Sonali Sanjay, focusing on North Carolina's tech scene. This week, they talk with Chris Geiss from Seguno about how he got into the NC startup world and the cool features in his office. You can listen to the episode or watch it on YouTube, and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! |
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The Download: Travis May, Chief Executive Officer, Shaper Capital
Posted Wednesday tl;dr Travis May is the CEO of Shaper Capital, a company that helps create businesses to solve data problems, and he has successfully led major data companies like LiveRamp and Datavant. Shaper co-founds data businesses and is working on building 50 world-changing companies. Travis spends a lot of time thinking about hiring the best talent and enjoys places like La Farm bakery and Heron's for breakfast. |
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In The Soup: All About Accelerators
Posted Wednesday tl;dr This week on "Happy In The Soup," hosts Jenn and Melissa talk with Haley, Steve, and Cameron about their experiences with business accelerators. They discuss how to decide if joining an accelerator is right for you and your business. If you're interested, there are upcoming programs from Launch KPMG Chapel Hill and GRO from CED, and the podcast is sponsored by Curious Ant. |
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How Chapel Hill’s Complete Breakfast Drives e-Commerce Growth
Posted Tuesday tl;dr In 2018, Andy Ives and Cayley Pater started Made Trade, an online marketplace for sustainable goods, but they were disappointed with outside marketing agencies. This led them to create Complete Breakfast, a digital agency that helps e-commerce brands grow by treating their online presence as a connected system. They work closely with clients like Mike Bennett Studios to improve websites and marketing, leading to significant business growth. |
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Monday Mix: NC IDEA Grant Info Sessions, a Venture Strategy Panel, GRO Deadline, and More!
Posted Monday tl;dr Start your week with the Monday Mix, a show from The GrepBeat Podcast that shares news and events in North Carolina's tech communities. There are many events like workshops and info sessions happening in different cities, so make sure to check them out and mark your planners. If you want more updates, you can listen to the podcast or check the community calendar for more events and deadlines. |
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Friday Fix: A Scale Social Catch-Up, STEMZ, and In The Soup’s Winter Season
Posted January 9, 2026 tl;dr GrepBeat.com shares news about startups and tech, and every Friday, David Schwartz recaps the week's stories, podcasts, and events. This week, they talked about a company called STEMZ, a podcast episode on starting a business, and an update from a founder named Runbin Dong. You can listen to more by subscribing to The GrepBeat Podcast. |
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Scale Social’s Runbin Dong on Engagement-Driven Marketing, Crossing $1M ARR, and Hikes Without Headphones
Posted January 8, 2026 tl;dr Scale Social is a startup that helps businesses turn real customer experiences into marketing content using AI, making the marketing feel authentic and trustworthy. Since mid-2024, they’ve focused on clearer goals, formed enterprise partnerships, and grown their team with specialized expertise, reaching over $1 million in annual revenue. The founder, Runbin Dong, values simplicity, enjoys long walks for inspiration, and finds joy in spending time with his family. |
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In The Soup: Back to Basics! Getting Started on Your Founder Journey
Posted January 7, 2026 tl;dr Hosts Jenn Summe and Melissa Crosby kick off the winter season of "Happy In The Soup" with a new episode featuring guests John Austin and Rob Cooley. They discuss the basics of starting a company and share their experiences. The episode is sponsored by Curious Ant, and listeners are encouraged to subscribe to The GrepBeat Podcast. |
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Winston-Salem’s STEMZ Builds Tech-Enabled Flower Markets
Posted January 6, 2026 tl;dr In 2018, Amy Dunlap decided to change from floral design to creating a company called STEMZ with Claire Parrish. STEMZ connects local flower growers and buyers through a tech platform, allowing florists to reserve flowers in advance and helping farmers match their crops with demand. The company now works with over 30 farms and has plans to expand, making it easier for florists to plan and for farmers to sell their flowers. |
