In this episode of Not Your Average CEO Lifeline Podcast, Danielle Cuomo, MBA, and Nicole Gallicchio-Elz sit down with Logan Cuvo, the founder and CEO of Best Dam Tape, the hockey tape trusted by athletes from beginners to NHL players. Logan shares his journey from spotting a gap in the market to building a brand that athletes love and the strategies that helped him get there.

💡 What We Cover:

How Logan scaled Best Dam Tape while still studying Entrepreneurship & Innovation at West Virginia University

Ways to stay ahead of the game as a CEO: leverage resources, be prepared for the next steps, and focus on long-term goals

The importance of fostering relationships: Logan balances networking and working on his business 50/50 to keep growth steady

Practical tips for building a brand that resonates in a niche market

Top Takeaways for Leaders:

✔️ Leverage your network and existing resources to accelerate growth

✔️ Always be prepared for the next opportunity or challenge

✔️ Build for the long-term: create a brand story and hire smart

✔️ Relationships are as important as strategy, balance networking with business execution

Why This Matters:

Logan’s story shows that building a successful business isn’t just about hard work, it’s about smart strategy, long-term vision, and the people you bring along for the journey. Whether you’re running a startup or scaling an established business, these lessons are universally applicable.

Closing Thoughts:

Passion + preparation + relationships = growth. Logan proves that with the right mindset and approach, you can take your business from concept to market dominance.

📌 CTA:

Check your own strategies: Are you balancing networking with building your business? Are you thinking long-term? Take one step today to level up.

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🔗 Connect With Us on LinkedIn:

👤 Nicole Gallicchio – linkedin.com/in/nicolegallicchio

👤 Danielle C. – linkedin.com/in/djc287

🔗 Connect with Logan & Best Dam Tape:

🌐 Website: https://bestdamtape.com

📧 Email: logan@bestdamtape.com

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