#NEXTUP w/ Samuel Crowson and Walter Richard

Welcome to this episode of the #NextUp series! Today, we have the pleasure of talking to two exceptional young entrepreneurs, Walter Richard and Samuel Crowson. They are the co-founders of Tarrytown Turf LLC, a groundbreaking business in the sustainable landscaping industry.

As high school seniors, Walter and Samuel have managed to balance their academic responsibilities with running a successful business that has reached impressive milestones, including growing to $500k in revenue within a year. Their journey is a testament to their dedication, innovation, and the ability to work cohesively as a team.

In this conversation, we will explore the 'What, How, and Why' behind Tarrytown Turf LLC. We'll delve into the origins of their idea, their roles as co-founders, and how they have navigated the challenges of gaining credibility and respect in an industry where they work with people and contractors much older than themselves.

We'll also talk about the specific aspects of their business, such as upfront costs, their hit rate, and the financial aspects of maintaining their lawns. Moreover, we'll discuss the role of mentorship, their experience with Capital Factory, and their tactical approaches to growing their business.

Additionally, we'll get personal insights from Samuel and Walter on their other ventures under the sustainable landscaping umbrella—LawnIQ and Electric Lawn. We'll learn how they stay motivated as teenagers and their biggest failures along the way.

To wrap up, we'll ask them some consistent questions about advice they would give to their freshman selves, what message they would put on a billboard, and what they would talk about if given a 10-minute TED Talk notice. We'll also get their definitions of success and a 60-second pitch for social media.

Finally, we'll discuss who they recommend for future interviews, their advice on improving the podcast, and their thoughts on its growth.

Stay tuned for an engaging and insightful conversation with Walter Richard and Samuel Crowson.