This week’s episode of Funding & Disrupting presented by Oura Collective digs into the personal story of Calaxy Co-Founder Rust Matveev. Keith Herman interviews Rusty to discuss Calaxy, lessons learned along the way, and the value of partnerships. Further, the in-depth conversation touches upon the unexpected. And last, the discuss advice for entrepreneurs on the hunt for venture capital.
About Calaxy
“Creator’s Galaxy,” otherwise known as Calaxy, is the world’s first social media super app designed by Creators for Creators. It is the brainchild of Spencer Dinwiddie and Rusty Matveev. Rusty is the Chief Strategy Officer of Calaxy, and fellow Founder Spenser Dinwiddie brings his tech expertise to the table. You see, he is more than an athlete. In his own words, he is the Tech Guy with a Jumper!
Spencer Dinwiddie is an American basketball player currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets of the National Basketball Association. Additionally, Spenser played college basketball for the Colorado Buffaloes. Notably, he earned first-team all-conference honors in the Pac-12 sophomore back in 2013.
In the podcast, Keith Herman asks Rusty how a Boston guy like him met Spencer Dinwiddie from Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California. Was it at a park, a friend’s house, a swanky restaurant bar, or an opera performance? The resulting answer may surprise you!
The Journey of Calaxy Co-Founder Rusty Matveev
Rusty shares the unique journey of his early entrepreneur days leading up to how Calaxy became a reality. The interview discusses how this platform enables fans to hang out and meet with their favorite creator or star. Impressively, they may do so instantly or virtually. Last, they touch upon how the app is helpful for different influencers and creators.
Notably, the primary purpose of Calaxy creation is community engagement. Equally, it gives a platform for celebs, influencers, and creators to monetize their fame. A a result, the community thrives as everyone participant wins.
Keith takes advantage of the unscripted and unrehearsed interview to keep Rusty on his toes. In other words, Keith pins him down on specific details. He presses him to come clean of the first Founder’s meeting that dispels the image of many professional athletes.
Additionally, Keith extracts the full story on Calaxy’s unconventional yet steady path to funding. So, how will Calaxy hit those new heights? Further, will Spenser’s notariety be a factor? Finally, will it be a slam dunk?
Tune in to find out how it is all shaping up in this light and informative exchange. Finally, the interview is here. So, catch it now.
Calaxy Story Notes:
• Early Entrepreneur Days
• Meeting Spencer Dinwiddie
• Developing Corporate Strategy
• Corporate Delegation
• Pitching for Capital
• Ideal Investor
• Capital Closing Process
• Advice to Other Entrepreneurs