In this episode of The Stormy Stories Show, Angela Robertson sits down with Daryl Hatton, CEO of ConnectionPoint and the entrepreneur behind FundRazr, CoCoPay, and Crowdfundr. Together, his platforms have helped raise more than $400 million for over 200,000 projects around the world.

Daryl shares the unlikely origin story behind FundRazr, what he has learned about generosity at scale, and why he believes people are fundamentally wired to help one another. He also opens up about the personal cost of entrepreneurship, including the heart attack that forced him to rethink leadership, focus, and sustainability.

The conversation explores:

• Why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools in business and fundraising
• Lessons from building mission-driven companies during economic uncertainty
• The future of collaborative finance and healthcare affordability
• Why entrepreneurs need the courage to fail, adapt, and stay relentlessly focused
• How purpose and profit can reinforce one another rather than compete

This is a candid conversation about resilience, generosity, and building companies that solve meaningful problems while creating lasting impact.

On this episode of The Stormy Stories Show, Angela Robertson sits down with Adrian Moise, Founder and CEO of Aequilibrium, to explore what separates organizations that successfully innovate from those that get left behind.

Drawing on more than two decades of experience in technology, Adrian shares lessons learned scaling Aequilibrium, navigating the challenges of COVID, and leading teams through major strategic pivots. Together, they discuss the principles of Lean Startup, the importance of experimentation, and why adaptability has become a critical leadership skill in the age of AI.

Adrian also shares how Aequilibrium evolved from helping startups launch new products to delivering transformative solutions for highly regulated industries such as financial services and healthcare. Along the way, he reveals why vision, alignment, and purpose remain essential, no matter how quickly the world changes.

In this episode, you'll learn:

•  Why speed without direction can create chaos 
•  How leaders can innovate without overwhelming their teams 
•  The importance of making focused strategic bets 
•  Lessons learned from navigating major business storms 
•  Why AI and emerging technologies require a new leadership mindset 

Whether you're a founder, CEO, or leader navigating uncertainty, this conversation offers practical insights on building resilient, future-ready organizations.

In this episode of The Stormy Stories Show, Angela Robertson sits down with Igor Debatur, CEO and Co-Founder of Outmap, to explore the journey from scaling and exiting a successful software company to building the next generation of outdoor navigation technology.

Igor shares why he returned to the founder seat after helping build and scale Uploadcare, how a message sent to a stranger on Reddit led him to Outmap, and why deep user empathy has been at the center of every company he's built.

Together, they discuss the realities of bootstrapping a fast-growing company, building in highly technical markets, attracting world-class talent, and navigating the inevitable storms founders face along the way.

They also explore the importance of outdoor adventure as a leadership tool, why walking meetings may be one of the most underrated productivity hacks, and how technology is creating unprecedented opportunities for the next generation of founders.

Whether you're building a startup, leading a team, or simply looking for inspiration to take your next bold step, this conversation is packed with practical insights and honest reflections.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why Igor chose to bootstrap Outmap instead of raising capital
• How a single Reddit message led to a co-founder partnership
• The hidden complexity behind building professional-grade mapping technology
• Why understanding your users is a founder's greatest advantage
• How outdoor adventure helps leaders stay clear-headed during difficult seasons
• Why there has never been a better time to start building something new

In this episode of The Stormy Stories Show with Angela Robertson, Angela sits down with Kundan Joshi, Founder & CEO of TheAppLabb and AI Labb, to discuss the lessons he's learned building more than 750 apps, leading through major technology shifts, and helping organizations navigate the AI revolution.

Kundan shares why founders often make the mistake of chasing technology instead of solving real problems, how his company evolved from an app development firm into an AI transformation partner, and why the most successful leaders view disruption as an opportunity rather than an obstacle.

They explore practical approaches to AI adoption, leading teams through uncertainty, creating cultures built on growth and learning, and the critical role community plays in helping entrepreneurs weather challenges and scale faster.

Whether you're a founder, CEO, or business leader trying to make sense of AI, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on how to embrace change without losing sight of what matters most.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why AI should be treated as a business transformation tool, not a technology experiment
 • How to lead teams through major pivots and periods of uncertainty
 • The importance of clarity, communication, and culture during change
 • Why community and peer learning are essential for entrepreneurial growth
 • How to turn storms into opportunities for innovation and long-term success

In this episode of The Stormy Stories Show, Angela Robertson sits down with Eric Beckwitt, Founder and CEO of Freightera, to explore how the company has achieved consistent growth, profitability, and resilience in one of the toughest freight markets in recent history.

Eric shares the pivotal decisions that transformed Freightera's trajectory, including taking direct control of the business, implementing a bold customer guarantee, and building a culture focused on discipline rather than growth-at-all-costs. He also discusses why many venture-backed companies fail, how founders can avoid losing control of their culture, and why long-term thinking often beats following the latest trends.

The conversation explores leadership, AI, customer obsession, data-driven decision-making, and what it means to build a sustainable company in uncertain times.

Whether you're scaling a startup, navigating market headwinds, or rethinking your approach to growth, Eric offers a candid look at what it takes to build a company designed to last.

Kevin shares the story behind Refuel Coach, a product designed to help mining companies recover productive operating hours, reduce unnecessary refueling, and improve efficiency across their fleets. What began as a customer problem evolved into a strategic opportunity that helped Cascadia stay true to its mission while creating a scalable path for growth.

The conversation explores product innovation, customer-driven development, the challenges of building a global technology company, and why staying focused on your core strengths can be a powerful competitive advantage.

Whether you're a founder, CEO, or technology leader, this episode offers valuable lessons on identifying opportunities, building products customers actually need, and turning innovation into measurable business impact.

What started as a municipal inspection software solution grew into a North American business over more than 15 years. Steven shares the journey of bootstrapping CityReporter from the ground up, navigating multiple technology shifts, and ultimately leading a competitive acquisition process that resulted in the successful sale of the company.

From managing due diligence, handling competing offers, and negotiating without an M&A advisor, to building the leadership team that made the transaction possible, Steven provides an honest look at what it really takes to prepare a business for exit.

This conversation is packed with practical lessons on entrepreneurship, negotiation, resilience, and why the strongest companies are built long before they're sold.

Topics discussed:
• Building a software company without outside capital
• The realities of bootstrapping for over a decade
• Preparing a company for acquisition
• Negotiating with multiple buyers
• The role of relationships during an M&A process
• Building a leadership team that can operate without the founder
• Lessons learned from a successful exit

If you're a founder, CEO, or entrepreneur considering your next chapter, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.