Empowering Home Services: Hagan Kappler's Vision for Daisy
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Introduction:
- Welcome to "The Female Millionaire Show," where we empower women entrepreneurs to conquer the business world and achieve million-dollar success. In today’s episode, we have the dynamic and innovative Hagan Kappler, co-founder of Daisy, a revolutionary home services company. Join us as we delve into Hagan's journey from Wall Street to Silicon Valley and her mission to transform the home services industry through technology and franchising.
From Wall Street to Home Services:
- Hagan Kappler shares her fascinating career path, which includes roles at Wall Street and major corporations like Starbucks. Discover how her diverse background and experiences led her to co-found Daisy, a national home services company dedicated to installing and maintaining technology in homes, thus making life easier for busy homeowners.
Transforming Small Businesses through Franchising:
- Explore Hagan's strategic vision for Daisy as she explains how franchising can provide essential support to small home service businesses. Learn about Daisy's innovative approach to converting existing companies into franchisees, offering them resources, infrastructure, and a national brand while allowing them to retain ownership and build generational wealth.
Navigating Challenges and Opportunities:
- Hagan discusses the challenges she faced while launching and growing Daisy and how her team overcame them. From getting up to speed in a new industry to building trust with seasoned business owners, she provides valuable insights into navigating the complexities of the home services sector.
Balancing Professional and Personal Life:
- As a mother of four, Hagan shares her experiences in balancing the demands of a startup with family life. She highlights the importance of technology in easing daily challenges and offers tips on managing work-life balance effectively.
Building an Exceptional Team:
- Hagan emphasizes the critical role of building a strong team in driving the success of a startup. She discusses her approach to hiring top talent, fostering a collaborative culture, and ensuring that her team shares the same passion and commitment to Daisy's mission.
Funding and Growth Strategies:
- Learn about Daisy's funding journey, from seed rounds to Series A, and the importance of securing patient and flexible capital. Hagan explains why venture capital was the right choice for Daisy and how strategic investments in technology and marketing have fueled their growth.
Advice for Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs:
- Hagan offers actionable advice for women entrepreneurs looking to build large, successful companies. She underscores the significance of hiring a great team, staying resilient, and continuously learning and adapting in a rapidly evolving industry.
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