Rich Galgano - At the Helm of Kabuki Power

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Episode Description In this conversation, Rich Galgano, the new owner of Kabuki Strength, shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing his previous success with Windy City Wire and his transition into investing in Kabuki. He discusses the challenges faced by Kabuki, including financial mismanagement and operational issues, and outlines his strategic decisions to restructure the business. Rich emphasizes the importance of innovation and customer service in the fitness equipment industry and expresses his commitment to making Kabuki a more affordable and accessible brand for the community. Outline (0:00) Rich Galgano's Entrepreneurial Journey (4:38) Investing in Kabuki Strength (9:36) Challenges Faced with Kabuki Strength (14:00)Transitioning Leadership and Strategy (17:36) Future Plans and New Ventures (28:16)The Journey of Innovation (34:00) Building a Brand with Integrity (39:02) Understanding the Home Gym Community (45:36) Future Aspirations and Product Development --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Links ⁠Get HGC Tix⁠ ⁠Knurled News⁠ ⁠HGC Newsletter⁠ Episode Outline (0:46) Basement Gym Setup Tips (8:00) New Products from Titan/PRx (9:29) HomeGymCon Update (11:53) ChatGPT Home Gym Builds (22:22) Survey Results (26:58) Building My 60-Year-Old Parents a Home Gym --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Episode Outline (0:00) Intro and Worst Purchases (7:58) Companies with Bright Futures (25:39) Will Kabuki Survive? (35:56) REP Rewards The Roundtable Garage Gym Life Carp Brad Mark Hogan Scott Joey --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Links Get HGC Tix Knurled News Episode Outline (0:50) $5k Gym Gym Builds (10:17) HomeGymCon Update (15:57) Survey Results (21:38) Kratos Flywheel Review --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Links Get HGC Tix Knurled News HGC Newsletter Episode Outline (0:25) Home Gym Setup Rules (9:20) HomeGymCon Update (12:31) Tornado Pivot Arms (15:15) Medusa Bar from Titan (16:35) Survey Results (22:57) Adam's Home Gym Tour --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Episode Outline (0:39) $10k and 200 Square Feet Builds (13:35) HGC Update (16:48) New Products (20:42) Survey Results --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

Links Use code GGE to save at Gym Bro/Mayhem Fitness Get HGC Tix Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction and Background (1:55) Starting as a Home Gym Owner (9:11) Flipping Equipment and Launching Mayhem Strength (18:54) Building the Mayhem Strength Brand (28:21) Evolution of Jim Bros and Mayhem Strength (42:46) James' Journey and the Importance of Education (43:26) The Growth of Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness (47:20) Challenges and Successes in the Fitness Industry (49:46) The Importance of Design and Innovation (50:32) Future Plans for Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness (1:08:02) James' Experience at HomeGymCon (1:12:31) Building the Best Gym Equipment Company: Mayhem Strength's Vision (1:13:23) Becoming the Go-To Resource: Gym Bro Fitness' Mission (1:16:14) Transparency, Honesty, and Value: Core Principles for Success (1:17:24) Customization, Education, and High-Quality Manufacturing: Keys to Success in the Fitness Industry (1:19:23) Long-Term Growth and Impact: Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness' Commitment Takeaways James Rodriguez started his gym equipment business by buying a home gym package and refurbishing old equipment. He then started flipping equipment and eventually launched his own brand, Mayhem Strength. Initially, he was part-time in the business while still in the military, but after leaving the military, he dedicated more time to the business. Mayhem Strength aims to be a disruptor in the gym equipment industry by offering innovative and unique products. Mayhem Strength aims to be one of the best gym equipment companies in the world through innovative design, high-quality manufacturing, and excellent customer service. Gym Bro Fitness plans to be a comprehensive resource for commercial gym equipment, providing education and comparisons of different brands and products. Transparency, honesty, and providing value to customers are key principles for both companies. James Rodriguez emphasizes the importance of customization options, education, and high-quality manufacturing in the fitness industry. Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness are committed to long-term growth and making a positive impact in the fitness industry. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support

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Links EP #1 with HAVAK HAVAK Website Get HGC 2025 Tix Description In this conversation, Derek from HAVAK discusses his journey in the fitness industry and the evolution of HAVAK over the past decade. He shares how his passion for weightlifting and comic books inspired him to design his own exercise equipment. Derek also talks about the HAVAK Mass, a versatile trap bar that offers multiple loading positions and handles, and the importance of purpose-driven training. He emphasizes the need for authenticity and supporting original creators in the fitness community. In this conversation, Derak and Jake discuss the challenges and ethics of the fitness industry, particularly in relation to product design and intellectual property. They highlight the importance of giving credit where it's due and the negative impact of copying and stealing ideas. They also discuss the need for collaboration and support within the industry, as well as the challenges faced by small businesses and the importance of customer relationships. The conversation touches on the movie industry and the lessons that can be learned from films. Outline (0:00)HAVAK Intro (9:16) The HAVAK Mass and Bridging the Gap (19:04) Gimmicks and Trends in the Fitness Industry (26:42)The Importance of Purpose and Supporting Creators (30:15) The Challenges of Innovation and the Home Gym Community (37:36) The Impact of Actions and Treating Others with Respect (40:27) Challenges and Ethics in the Fitness Industry (41:17) The Impact of Consumer Choices on Small Businesses (45:58) The Future of the Fitness Industry (46:58) Aligning Personal Values with Business Decisions (1:04:51) Movie Recommendations for Entertainment and Inspiration --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garage-gym-experiment/support