What does it really take to launch, survive, and scale a business in today’s world?

In this season-finale episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers is joined by Allison Barber to reflect on the first year of the podcast. They unpack the most surprising entrepreneurial journeys, hard-earned lessons, and behind-the-scenes realities they uncovered while speaking with founders, operators, and small business owners across industries.

Pat and Allison also get into themes of vulnerability, mentorship, persistence, and why having the right space and support can be a turning point for growth. They share what surprised them most about podcasting itself, and why Build Boldly is expanding to YouTube in 2026.

Plus, they give us the scoop on an upcoming 2026 Business Roadmap mini-series, designed as a practical crash course to help entrepreneurs get their business right and set themselves up for success in the year ahead.

If you’re building, scaling, or resetting your business, this episode brings the reflection and the roadmap you need to move forward with confidence.

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What does it take to grow a side hustle into a full-scale business? In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Jim Hribar, founder of Rebar Labs, to explore the entrepreneurial journey from software engineering to building a thriving 3D printing business. Jim shares how he turned a side hustle selling model train mounts on Etsy into a company now running 15 machines and fulfilling orders for more than 300 national and international clients.

You’ll hear insights on:

• Leveraging platforms like Shopify, Amazon, and Etsy for growth
• Optimizing warehouse space and machine capacity to scale
• Expanding into fulfillment and new product lines
• Using AI tools to streamline operations and marketing
• The future of 3D printing for replacement parts and niche products

If you’re an entrepreneur interested in e-commerce, 3D printing, or scaling a niche business into something much bigger, this episode is packed with actionable lessons.

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Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

In honor of Veterans Day, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Donte Bryson Jr., founder and creative director of BRYLAMAR, a luxury fashion brand For Dreamers Who Do. Donte shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to launching a high-end design label inspired by mid-century architecture, discipline, and purpose.

In this inspiring episode, Donte opens up about turning grief into motivation, balancing structure and creativity, and the nine-month process of developing his first luxury handbag. From designing t-shirts in his apartment to operating out of a warehouse, his story is one of resilience, refinement, and relentless self-belief.

If you’ve ever dreamed of building something bigger than yourself, this episode will remind you that structure, discipline, and passion can turn any vision into reality.

https://www.brylamar.com/

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Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn
Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn

Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.