Buki is a Seattle based clothing company that uses state of the art fiber technology to create luxurious clothing that is breathable, sustainable and machine-washable.

On today’s episode, Tyler sits down with Buki founders and married couple Joey Rodolfo and Stacy Bennett. They tell stories of their experience working with Seattle clothing giants like Union Bay, Callaway, Eddie Bauer and Nordstrom. And how they’re using their expertise to change the clothing industry globally.

We all want to make an impact on the world. Whether it’s consuming products responsibly or choosing a career that serves others, as Seattleites, we all are striving to make our city and the greater world around us better.

On today's episode Tyler sits down with Seattle serial entrepreneur, Brian Howe. Bryan has started and sold his own socially conscious law firm, founded Impact Hub - a co-working space geared towards nonprofits and B Corp companies and has recently co-founded and is the acting CEO at Format Health - a company that’s built a mobile Cardiac Arrest Guidance System that is saving lives and innovating health care data capturing at the same time.

But while starting a company is one thing, growing it into a flourishing business is another. Hear Brian's advice on how to begin your big idea and and stay motivated through it all. We also discuss why Seattle is the perfect place to start.

Ever had an idea for a business but didn't know where to start to create it? Research shows that one of the key barriers to a successful and sustainable company is a lack of mentorship and camaraderie. On today's episode, Tyler talks with Aswin Pranam, Co-Director at the Founder Institute Seattle - the world's premier pre-seed startup accelerator.

Topics Discussed:
- How the Seattle startup scene is different from San Francisco
- How you can apply to FI for free as a Rise Seattle Listener

Happy Halloween Seattle! On today’s episode, Tyler sits down with biz-tech guru and Director of Program Management in Data Science and Analytics at Nordstrom, Wayne Heller. While Wayne has a lot to say about the Seattle business world, this is no ordinary episode and Wayne is no ordinary guest. For the past 10 years, his family picks a theme and decorates their house with Hollywood worthy props and sound. From a Willy Wonka theme with an actual chocolate river to a Stranger Things theme with electrical current patterns flowing through lights. This episode is sure to inspire you to get creative with those you love this Halloween. Sit back and enjoy this special spooky edition of the Rise Seattle podcast.

Zach Wingfield is a creative producer and visionary filmmaker based out of Seattle, WA. With over 42k YouTube subscribers to his channel ZwingFilms, Zach has built a platform that’s allowed him to work with some of the most prestigious car brands around the world. From filming a FERRARI crashing into a wall in Dubai to hosting the first ever Zwingrally from Seattle to Seaside, OR, Zach’s goal has always been to bring car enthusiasts together all over the world through his work. But building an authentic lifestyle car brand in Seattle from scratch doesn’t come without struggle. Sit back and enjoy my interview with Zach Wingfield as he shares stories from his world travels in the car industry and the many lessons he’s learned from an aspiring entrepreneur in Seattle.

Since September 2016, Seattle has been the hottest housing market in the country. Home prices here have grown about $200,000. But all of that changed in August of 2018 when inventory almost tripled and home prices fell on average $25,000. So what does this mean for the Seattle housing market? Will we see another housing crash like in 2008? Will we lose all of the equity our investments have gained? Will we be okay, Seattle?

Tyler discusses all of that and more on today’s episode of the Rise Seattle Podcast.

What was the Seattle skateboarding scene like in the 80’s and 90's? How has the internet impacted skateboarding culture? What does Seattle think of skaters today? Who better to ask than the Grandfather of Seattle Skateboarding, Marshall Stack Reid.

For over 30 years, Marshall has organized skate competitions, started skate companies and been an outspoken activist for the skateboarding community in Seattle. But looking out for Seattle’s future skate scene doesn't come without a few fights with the city. 

La Marzocco has been the leader in espresso machine innovations since 1927 and has helped to build the Seattle coffee community into the robust, quality-driven industry that it is today.

In 2016, La Marzocco opened its cafe and showroom collaboration with KEXP across from Key Arena in downtown Seattle - a cafe experiment where each month, a new, coffee roaster or coffee brand from across the world takes over their cafe space.

Join the conversation as Tyler sits down with La Marzocco USA General Manager, Andrew Daday, to discuss how his team is leading the caffeinated pursuit of quality, excellence and innovation one coffee shop at a time.

It's no secret that Seattle loves dogs. With more dogs than children and fourteen off-leash dog parks, being a canine in the Emerald City is a pretty good gig. But while off-leash dog parks are a great service, not all dogs are friendly. There have been numerous cases in Seattle dog parks where pups have been dominated, bitten or in the worst case scenarios even killed by other aggressive dogs. These experiences have caused some in-city pet owners to steer clear of the off-leash park options. Sniffspot hopes to be the answer to this problem while also giving dog-loving property owners a way to make passive income. Join Tyler as he sits down with David Adams, Founder and CEO of Sniffspot to discuss how he wants Seattle to be the Airbnb for dogs. 

Cathedral, is an event space in Ballard that donates 100% of their profit to charity. Their belief, is that we all see the problems of our world and have a desire to help, but often don't know where to start.

They plan to change that by empowering Seattleites to host an event in their historic Ballard location. Once the event is over and expenses are paid, the remaining profits go directly to a charity of the hosts choice.

But giving away your business's profits doesn’t come without it challenges. Especially in Seattle. Join Tyler and Nate as they discuss how Seattle parties for good.

In 1995, after a disheartening Pee Wee football experience, undersized fifth-grader Ben Malcolmson solemnly vowed never to step onto a football field again. And no one was more shocked than Ben, 11 years later, to find his name on a list of football players added to the #1 ranked USC Trojan football team after their spring walk-on tryouts. 

In 2010, Malcolmson was asked to move to Seattle with Head Coach, Pete Carroll, to be his Special Assistant. Ben has been with the Hawks ever since. 

Tim Goggin is a leading authority on digital transformation and advancing technology change in today’s established companies. He is the CEO of Sappington and founder of the Pacific Northwest Digital Business Hub, a consortium of top brands in the region focused on setting the direction for the future of business. He began his technology career at IBM and has spent decades advising major brands here in Seattle like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks and Nordstrom.

On this episode, Phil talks about his decision to leave Rise Seattle and pursue his new vlog endeavor "Selling Seattle". Tyler shares his honest feelings about Phil leaving and questions the move. Join us for one final episode between the two co-hosts and celebrate what they've accomplished and what's to come for the future of Rise Seattle. 

In 2014, Seattle City Council voted to incrementally raise the minimum wage from $9.32 to $15 per hour. Puget Sound Sage, a community driven policy think and do tank, was the policy engine behind that decision. For eleven years their team has been on the forefront of some of Seattle's most controversial policy decisions. Join Phil and Tyler's discussion with PSS Deputy Director, Kim Powe on Seattle affordability, systematic racial inequality and strategic tips on how we as Seattleites can progress towards a more equitable city for all. 

This week, we sit down with Monica Guzman, the founder and director of the Evergrey. A leading digital news publication that helps Seattleites make the most of their city. On this episode you’ll hear how Guzman started the Evergrey and what she hopes it accomplishes for residents of Seattle. We also discuss her thoughts on Seattle’s current affordability issues, and her views on the idea of “good” journalism in today’s political climate.

This week we hear how Kevin Sur and his company, Artist Home, started the Timber! Outdoor Music Festival and what attendees can expect from the weekend’s festivities. We also learn Sur’s advice for music lovers who want to support local artists and his fear for the music scene in Seattle amidst the city’s recent boom and the nation’s economic hardships.

While we tend to think of Seattle as an inclusive and diverse city, the data shows that we still have a lot of work to do. With the growing gap of affordability, progressive Seattle workplaces are partnering with companies like Diverse City LLC to ensure they continue to pull the best talent from all demographics. Join us for an inspiring and challenging conversation with Cheryl Ingram, PhD and CEO of Diverse City, LLC.

On this episode, Tyler and Phil sit down with technology guru and YouTube star, Chris Pirillo to discuss what led him to the Seattle area and how he started his current business. They also discuss Pirillo’s thoughts on how technology has impacted Seattle and what may be on the horizon.

In 2016, we interviewed Jill Killen, owner of three beloved Seattle coffee shops. El Diablo, Cloud City and Royal Drummer. In April of this year, El Diablo received a notice demanding their exit of the premises by April 30th, 2018. 

This came as a tremendous shock to Jill and her team, as they are current on their rent, have never missed a lease payment during the course of their agreement, and continue investing in the space to improve the overall experience of El Diablo customers and staff.

In an effort to ensure El Diablo Coffee Co. staff can continue working during the upcoming move, maintaining their income, while at the same time needing a boost in funds to cover the unexpected costs of transporting our business infrastructure, community members have banned together to help Jill and her team in their time of need. 

Please join us in helping our dear friend, Jill Killen and her wife Jenn Steff to support their pursuit to keep El Diablo as a part of the Queen Anne community. 

Donate a few dollars to their GoFundMe Page Here.

This week we sit down with Roger Valdez, the Director of Seattle for Growth, a partnership advocating for creating more housing of all types, in all neighborhoods, for all levels of income. He is a self-proclaimed lobbyist for developers and evangelist for growth and free-market economics. In this episode we discuss Valdez's “slice the pie thinner” vs. “bake more pies” analogy and how Seattle’s citizens must learn how to balance their morals with their own self-interests.

On this episode, Tyler and Phil sit down with Seattle resident and Exstreamist.com founder Rob Toledo to discuss how streaming is changing the landscape of entertainment for cable companies, content providers, and customers. We also chat Toledo's favorite watering holes in Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood and how he managed to turn binge-watching Netflix into a career.

On this episode, Tyler and Phil sit down with Brennon Staley, who is the Strategic Advisor on Urban Planning and Policy for Seattle’s Office of Planning and Community Development. Staley shares how he first came to Seattle and what his job as a strategic advisor entails. He also answers some of the locals’ most burning questions, including what systems are in place to address the growing need for parking and housing affordability in the city. 

On this episode, Tyler and Phil sit down with Fred Moody a retired journalist, author, and part-time bartender at the local North Star Diner & Shanghai Room (featured on Anthony Bourdain’s show, Part’s Unknown). Moody has been featured in the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal and has authored four books. You can read his book, Seattle and the Demons of Ambition, a dramatic, entertaining, and insightful portrait of the city that defined economic and technological change in the America of the 1990s.

In this episode we dug into the archives for one of our favorite episodes with 2016 Washington State Teacher of the Year, Nathan Bowling. In 2016, Nate met with President Barak Obama; lectured at Harvard and taught Bill Gates about Civil Rights and Star Wars. Since then, he's gone on to speak all over the country about education, segregation, racial tensions a police brutality. While this episode was recorded in 2016 the message couldn't be more relevant to our society today.