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Scaling for Good

Hosted ByMike Beckham

From Simple Modern and CEO Mike Beckham, welcome to Scaling for Good. Mike and special guests share the playbook to start, build, grow AND give generously. Here you’ll get to hang with, Mike Beckham, who started and built a 9-figure insulated drinkware company, Simple Modern… with one simple goal: to give generously. In each episode, Mike breaks down simple principles learned from his journey that can revolutionize your business, organization or just about anything you’re building.


All Episodes

Scaling For Good Podcast | 13: Simple Beginnings: Mike and Heather’s Entrepreneurial Journey

In this season finale, Mike and Heather Beckham discuss their journey of starting Simple Modern and the challenges and joys of being married to an entrepreneur. They share how...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 13: Simple Beginnings: Mike and Heather's Entrepreneurial Journey
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 12: The Story Behind Simple Modern’s Licensing Triumphs

Corbin Wallace, Chief Growth Officer, played a key role in navigating the complex licensing landscape. Together with Mike, they explore the intricacies of building partnerships with iconic brands like...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 12: The Story Behind Simple Modern's Licensing Triumphs
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 11: Goals Beyond Profit: Simple Modern’s Commitment to Giving Back

Jeff Hannam, the Chief Financial Officer and Mike discuss the challenges of recruiting Hannam, who had no prior experience in the consumer packaged goods industry but eventually joined as...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 11: Goals Beyond Profit: Simple Modern's Commitment to Giving Back
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 10: Building Trust Through Tech

Caleb Phillips, the Vice President of Technology at Simple Modern and Mike discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise when integrating technology into a non-tech company, the importance of...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 9: How Simple Modern Forged Customer Bonds

Chris Hoyle, CMO at Simple Modern, explores the challenges and growth of the brand. Mike and Chris discuss the importance of aligning the organization with a shared purpose and...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 9: How Simple Modern Forged Customer Bonds
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Scaling For Good Podcast | The Fingerprint of Successful Culture: LIVE from the Main Street Summit

Embark on a 13-year entrepreneurial journey with Mike Beckham where he shares the highs and lows of building businesses. Beckham unveils the key to business success—cultivating a winning culture. ...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | The Fingerprint of Successful Culture: LIVE from the Main Street Summit
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 8: Mike’s Story: From Finance to Simple Modern

Bryan Porter, co-founder of Simple Modern, takes over the host chair to interview Mike Beckham, the CEO of Simple Modern.  As Mike navigates the unfamiliar territory of being a...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 8: Mike's Story: From Finance to Simple Modern
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 7: The Role of Customer-Centricity in E-Commerce

Bryan Porter, the Chief e-Commerce Officer of Simple Modern discusses the company strategy for achieving initial traction on Amazon, emphasizing a channel strategy over a product strategy. Mike and...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 7: The Role of Customer-Centricity in E-Commerce
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 6: How Relational Equity Built Strong Partnerships

Lee Graves has played a pivotal role in scaling the company. He discusses the challenges and strategic decisions made during the process. Mike and Lee touch upon the critical...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 6: How Relational Equity Built Strong Partnerships
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 5: Scaling Up: The Simple Modern and Target Partnership Journey

In 2017, the company had one of its biggest days. In this episode, you’ll hear the remarkable story of how Simple Modern, a company known for its stylish water...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 5: Scaling Up: The Simple Modern and Target Partnership Journey
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 4: Hiring for Values Builds Thriving Culture

In a world where resumes don’t tell the whole story, this episode gets to the heart of building a thriving workplace culture. Jon Kuhlman, Chief Culture Officer, explains the...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 4: Hiring for Values Builds Thriving Culture
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 3: How We Started Making Products In The USA

In 2020 and 2021, the world experienced a massive supply chain disruption, impacting industries across the board. Simple Modern’s Production Manager, Wes Zimmermann, and Engineering Manager, Jenny Scott, share...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 3: How We Started Making Products In The USA
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 2: How We Design Exceptional Products

Ever wondered how businesses decide which products to pursue? Curious about the role customer feedback plays in shaping decisions? In this episode, Alex Benton, Simple Modern’s VP of International...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | 2: How We Design Exceptional Products
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Scaling For Good Podcast | 1: Starting and Scaling a Sales Organization

In the first episode of season two of Scaling for Good, Mike and Simple Modern’s Chief Sales Officer Carson Rock cover the essence of entrepreneurship at any scale and...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | Season 2 Trailer: Scaling For Good

You’re invited into the secrets behind Simple Modern, the drinkware company that defied conventions. Join us as we explore the journey from a passionate startup to a global sensation,...

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Scaling For Good Podcast | Season 2 Trailer: Scaling For Good
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