Made It with Connor Tomkies

Entrepreneur Shane Neman shares his incredible journey from founding Junebug, a nightclub software and events company, to building EZ Texting, a pioneering mass texting platform. Discover how Shane spotted opportunities, pivoted when necessary, and bootstrapped his way to success. He also shares insights into his current ventures, including an investment in humanoid robotics and the acquisition of the iconic Santa Monica Pier.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:00 - Junebug's Origins
00:04:05 - Launching Junebug
00:07:20 - Hosting Events
00:10:30 - Junebug's Success
00:12:51 - The Texting Opportunity
00:16:07 - Transitioning to EZ Texting
00:19:50 - EZ Texting's Acquisition
00:23:05 - Starting Neman Ventures
00:25:10 - Investing in AI Robotics
00:27:40 - Acquiring the Santa Monica Pier
00:29:15 - Conclusion


Shane Neman Stuff:

Website: https://www.shaneneman.com/
X: https://twitter.com/shaneneman
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneneman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneneman/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shaneneman
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NemanVentures/

My Stuff

Podcast: MadeItPod.com
Website: https://www.connortomkies.com/
X: https://twitter.com/ConnorTomkies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connortomkies/

Creators & Guests

Host
Connor Tomkies
Tweet stories and lessons learned. SupportNinja | Acquired by Boston Ventures. Hear Made It Podcast Here: https://t.co/QjryGKbaKS

What is Made It with Connor Tomkies?

"Made It" is a podcast hosted by Connor Tomkies that delves into the journeys of successful entrepreneurs who have not only built and exited their companies, but who are writing the next chapter of their journeys. The show focuses on the unique challenges and lessons learned while moving beyond the exit, offering insights and strategies for listeners aiming to grow their own businesses. Through engaging conversations with various guests, the podcast provides a blend of motivational stories, practical advice, and insider tips on entrepreneurship, business growth, and personal development.