Built From Scratch With Sharon Hunneybell Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/built-from-scratch-with-sharon-hunneybell Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell is a podcast about the raw realities and inspiring journeys of building businesses, products, and ideas from the ground up. Hosted by Sharon Hunneybell—technology leader, entrepreneur, CEO of the Gold Coast Innovation Hub, and advocate for inclusive innovation—the show dives into the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned from founders and creators who are shaping the future. Whether you’re a startup founder, innovator, or simply curious about what it takes to turn ideas into impact, this podcast will give you the insights and stories to help you build your own path from scratch. Brought to you by Podfire. © 2025 Podfire c71bd472-7d60-5710-9480-7b0d86724fc6 no en Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:28:47 +1000 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:50:05 +1000 https://img.transistor.fm/QzY69gnZQICxnIFmL5jpoPh5fgbfPLd-WidzIBejxTw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYzU3/MzI5OGI2Yjg1NzZi/MzQ3NTIxNTJiNjM4/ZGEyNy5qcGc.jpg Built From Scratch With Sharon Hunneybell episodic Podfire Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell is a podcast about the raw realities and inspiring journeys of building businesses, products, and ideas from the ground up. Hosted by Sharon Hunneybell—technology leader, entrepreneur, CEO of the Gold Coast Innovation Hub, and advocate for inclusive innovation—the show dives into the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned from founders and creators who are shaping the future. Whether you’re a startup founder, innovator, or simply curious about what it takes to turn ideas into impact, this podcast will give you the insights and stories to help you build your own path from scratch. Brought to you by Podfire. Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell is a podcast about the raw realities and inspiring journeys of building businesses, products, and ideas from the ground up. startups, entrepreneurship, founders, innovation, technology, business growth, leadership, creativity, inclusivity, startup stories, Australian startups, Gold Coast innovation, scaling businesses, founder journeys, women in leadership, startup ecosystem, venture capital, business advice, tech startups, creative entrepreneurs Podfire No No Brewing Bold Ideas - Official Beer Co. With Brett McCallum | BFS Ep 2 2 2 Brewing Bold Ideas - Official Beer Co. With Brett McCallum | BFS Ep 2 full b618ff23-7f0d-4b9a-8566-ecda0b3b4021 https://share.transistor.fm/s/29c5613b In this episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with entrepreneur and creative thinker Brett McCallum, the founder of Official Beer Co — a brand built on collaboration, community, and world-class brewing. Brett shares how his passion for storytelling, people, and innovation led to the creation of a beer company that’s as much about connection as it is about craft. From forming international brewing partnerships to developing standout designs and memorable experiences, Brett talks about what it really takes to build a lifestyle brand that resonates with authenticity and fun.

Show Notes

  • Meet Brett McCallum, founder of Official Beer Co and serial entrepreneur
  • The origin story: how Official Beer Co began as a bold idea during the pandemic
  • Crafting beer with purpose — the brand philosophy behind “Official”
  • Collaborations with breweries in New Zealand and Australia
  • How storytelling and community drive every business decision
  • Building a lifestyle brand that balances fun, flavour, and meaning
  • The importance of authenticity in connecting with customers
  • Advice for entrepreneurs on starting, pivoting, and staying inspired

Produced by Podfire

]]> In this episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with entrepreneur and creative thinker Brett McCallum, the founder of Official Beer Co — a brand built on collaboration, community, and world-class brewing. Brett shares how his passion for storytelling, people, and innovation led to the creation of a beer company that’s as much about connection as it is about craft. From forming international brewing partnerships to developing standout designs and memorable experiences, Brett talks about what it really takes to build a lifestyle brand that resonates with authenticity and fun.

Show Notes

  • Meet Brett McCallum, founder of Official Beer Co and serial entrepreneur
  • The origin story: how Official Beer Co began as a bold idea during the pandemic
  • Crafting beer with purpose — the brand philosophy behind “Official”
  • Collaborations with breweries in New Zealand and Australia
  • How storytelling and community drive every business decision
  • Building a lifestyle brand that balances fun, flavour, and meaning
  • The importance of authenticity in connecting with customers
  • Advice for entrepreneurs on starting, pivoting, and staying inspired

Produced by Podfire

]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:45:47 +1000 Podfire Podfire 1521 In this episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with entrepreneur and creative thinker Brett McCallum, the founder of Official Beer Co — a brand built on collaboration, community, and world-class brewing. Brett shares how his passion for storytelling, people, and innovation led to the creation of a beer company that’s as much about connection as it is about craft. From forming international brewing partnerships to developing standout designs and memorable experiences, Brett talks about what it really takes to build a lifestyle brand that resonates with authenticity and fun.

Show Notes

  • Meet Brett McCallum, founder of Official Beer Co and serial entrepreneur
  • The origin story: how Official Beer Co began as a bold idea during the pandemic
  • Crafting beer with purpose — the brand philosophy behind “Official”
  • Collaborations with breweries in New Zealand and Australia
  • How storytelling and community drive every business decision
  • Building a lifestyle brand that balances fun, flavour, and meaning
  • The importance of authenticity in connecting with customers
  • Advice for entrepreneurs on starting, pivoting, and staying inspired

Produced by Podfire

]]> entrepreneurship, startups, business stories, founders, Official Beer Co, Brett McCallum, beer brand, Australian business, collaboration, creativity, innovation, brand storytelling, lifestyle branding, craft beer, brewery partnerships, marketing, authenticity, community building, startup journey, business growth, Build From Scratch, Sharon Hunneybell No Turning Passion Into Business - Local Card Shop with Rob Verhoeve | BFS Ep1 1 1 Turning Passion Into Business - Local Card Shop with Rob Verhoeve | BFS Ep1 full f006f8dc-f8fd-4504-960c-aa654d8fa44f https://share.transistor.fm/s/d7c652f5 In the very first episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Brisbane. Rob shares how his childhood passion for trading cards turned into a thriving business that now serves collectors of all ages—from kids with pocket money to serious investors. He opens up about leaving a long career in banking, taking a leap of faith, and honoring his late mother’s advice to do something for himself. Together, Sharon and Rob explore the booming collectibles industry, the rise of trading platforms like Whatnot, and the joy of building a community space for collectors.

Show Notes

  • Meet Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Woolloongabba, Brisbane
  • Rob’s early love for sports cards and how it shaped his entrepreneurial journey
  • The story behind leaving a 30-year banking career to follow his passion
  • Building a card shop that fosters community, connection, and fun
  • The growth of the collectibles industry: sports cards, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and more
  • New opportunities in online platforms like Whatnot and live-streamed auctions
  • Lessons learned from starting a business from scratch
  • Rob’s goals for expanding the shop’s online presence
]]> In the very first episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Brisbane. Rob shares how his childhood passion for trading cards turned into a thriving business that now serves collectors of all ages—from kids with pocket money to serious investors. He opens up about leaving a long career in banking, taking a leap of faith, and honoring his late mother’s advice to do something for himself. Together, Sharon and Rob explore the booming collectibles industry, the rise of trading platforms like Whatnot, and the joy of building a community space for collectors.

Show Notes

  • Meet Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Woolloongabba, Brisbane
  • Rob’s early love for sports cards and how it shaped his entrepreneurial journey
  • The story behind leaving a 30-year banking career to follow his passion
  • Building a card shop that fosters community, connection, and fun
  • The growth of the collectibles industry: sports cards, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and more
  • New opportunities in online platforms like Whatnot and live-streamed auctions
  • Lessons learned from starting a business from scratch
  • Rob’s goals for expanding the shop’s online presence
]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:59:15 +1000 Podfire Podfire 1407 In the very first episode of Build From Scratch with Sharon Hunneybell, Sharon sits down with Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Brisbane. Rob shares how his childhood passion for trading cards turned into a thriving business that now serves collectors of all ages—from kids with pocket money to serious investors. He opens up about leaving a long career in banking, taking a leap of faith, and honoring his late mother’s advice to do something for himself. Together, Sharon and Rob explore the booming collectibles industry, the rise of trading platforms like Whatnot, and the joy of building a community space for collectors.

Show Notes

  • Meet Rob Verhoeve, co-founder of Local Card Shop in Woolloongabba, Brisbane
  • Rob’s early love for sports cards and how it shaped his entrepreneurial journey
  • The story behind leaving a 30-year banking career to follow his passion
  • Building a card shop that fosters community, connection, and fun
  • The growth of the collectibles industry: sports cards, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and more
  • New opportunities in online platforms like Whatnot and live-streamed auctions
  • Lessons learned from starting a business from scratch
  • Rob’s goals for expanding the shop’s online presence
]]> entrepreneurship, startup stories, founders, small business, retail business, collectibles, trading cards, sports cards, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, Brisbane business, Gold Coast innovation, community business, hobby to business, startup journey, founder story, business inspiration, build from scratch, entrepreneurship podcast, Australian entrepreneurs No