Class E Podcast

The Class–E Podcast hosts conversations with leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship and sheds light on all the amazing accomplishments of students, faculty, and alumni in the Furman University Family.

We strive to help innovative thinkers share their stories, their expertise, and experience in hopes of creating an innovative and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Our mission is to educate and inspire our listeners to engage in innovative thinking, connect with Furman Innovation and Entrepreneurship and launch their own ventures.

Starting Takes Hart: The Groundwork to a Holistic Enterprise

Aug 14, 2024

Discover the inspiring journey of Kristan Hart, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and the founder of Hart, Mind, Body and Soul, and Envy Hart Creations. In the latest episode of the Class E Podcast, Kristan shares her path from overcoming personal struggles with mental health to building her own business. Learn how...

From Insight to Implementation: Spar Solutions’ Blueprint for Sustainable Improvement

Jul 24, 2024

In this episode, Bill Sparling, the creator of Spar Solutions Unlimited, shares how they help businesses transform company culture and streamline complex operational processes. By providing essential resources and support, they enable significant and sustainable improvements. We explore how Sparling Solutions Unlimited...

"Real Talk, Real Success: Whitney McDuff's Storytelling Revolution"

Jul 10, 2024

Discover the transformative power of media with Whitney McDuff, whose journey from taking on a pivotal project to creating her own company showcases the immense potential of storytelling, public speaking, and PR. In our latest podcast episode, Whitney shares how authenticity in today’s fast-paced world can drive...

How RIZE Prevention is Empowering the Youth

Apr 18, 2024

In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we sat down with guest Martine Helou-Allen, CEO and founder of RIZE Prevention. Martine shares her personal journey and how it led her to create a groundbreaking program empowering teens to resist drugs and make healthy choices. Through RIZE, Martine is transforming...

Unleashing Inspiration: Standout Advice From Season 8

Mar 20, 2024

In this special episode of the Class E Podcast, we're revisiting the most impactful insights from our incredible guests this season. From the wisdom of Jennifer Jones on turning pain into power, to Chad Price's reminder that in entrepreneurship, you set the rules of the game, and Fred Cary's inspiring mantra to be...