Hello Longhorn

This week on Hello Longhorn, meet Victor Guardiola, BSPR '20, the co-founder and CEO of Bawi Agua Fresca, an authentic Mexican drink with a modern twist. Victor started Bawi while a student at The University of Texas through the help of a nutrition entrepreneurship class.   Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network at www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network. About the Show: Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. The show is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

04-14

29:58

This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing a VIL (very important Longhorn) from the Hook 'Em House at SXSW: Carla Vernón, MBA '98, CEO of The Honest Company. The Honest Company is a mission-driven, digitally native brand focused on leading the clean lifestyle movement, creating a community for conscious consumers, and seeking to disrupt multiple consumer product categories.   Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network at www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network. About the Show: Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. The show is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats  

04-07

33:05

This week on Hello Longhorn we are introducing Gerardo Castillo, BA '02, MPAff '17, Life Member, president of ABML.  ABML works closely with government agencies, municipalities, and private sector partners to deliver essential services in times of crisis. ABML projects include base camps/ temporary housing, border security, medical field operations, temporary power distribution, and rapid repair and construction of public and private infrastructure. From the front lines against the COVID-19 pandemic to setting up 100% self-sustaining first responder base camp villages, ABML offers national, turnkey management and logistics solutions.   Watch Hello Longhorn: https://youtu.be/3HwSkXZRaGQ Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network at www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network. About the Show: Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. The show is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats  

03-31

31:41

Daron K. Roberts graduated from The University of Texas in the Plan II Honors program. Each year, Fortune 100 companies, pro sports teams, and industry associations entrust Roberts with delivering the keynote speech that will shift the trajectory of their culture. Roberts brings a hard-hitting story of resilience and relentless risk-taking. His latest book, "Microwins: Go Small, Build Momentum, and Tackle the Goals that Actually Matter in Life," is available now. Learn more about Daron K. Roberts at coachdkr.com. Monetize your Message: https://monetizeyourmsg.com   Watch Hello Longhorn: https://youtu.be/OZ0IVuU7Xr4 Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network at www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network. About the Show: Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. The show is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats  

03-17

38:52

Gay Gaddis, the founder of T3, is an entrepreneur, artist, and author of Cowgirl Power: How to Kick Ass in Business & Life. Learn how Gay Gaddis, BFA '77, Life Member, Distinguished Alumna, built her company T3 with a little help from her fellow Texas Exes.  About the Show: Hello Longhorn is a weekly Texas Exes podcast introducing you to Longhorn entrepreneurs and business leaders. The show is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats   More info on Texas Exes Career Day -https://www.eventbrite.com/e/texas-exes-career-day-business-fair-tickets-1012791816587?aff=oddtdtcreator 

03-10

33:48

This week on Hello Longhorn we are introducing @Soriya Estes, MA '99, who founded and ran Estes Audiology for 20 years. This episode is both a great deep dive into the field of audiology, and a great reminder to get your hearing checked.  Join us on March 8 for our live show: UT at SXSW - UT at SXSW Watch Alexis Ander Kashar's TEDxUTAustin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvrUhjBE_zQ     Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

02-24

33:04

Bjorn Billhardt, BA, BBA '97, traveled to Pflugerville, Texas, from Hamburg, Germany, as an exchange student in high school. He ended up falling in love with The University of Texas and never left. He now travels the world, running Abilitie and providing leadership-development programs for clients such as CRBE, Coca-Cola, Marriott, and Southwest Airlines.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

02-17

32:24

Angela Garcia, BJ '08, Life Member, is a Texas Moody grad and Texas Women's Golf Team alum. After starting her career as a sports reporter with Fox Sports Southwest and The Golf Channel, Angela founded the UGLI Foundation. The goal is to end bullying forever.  More information on the UGLI Foundation, and how you can request a club at your school in Texas.    Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats. Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network:  https://www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network

02-03

33:39

This Longhorn wants to revolutionize the meat industry. This week on Hello Longhorn, meet Robby Sansom, BBA '05, MPA '06, Life Member, the co-founder and CEO of Force of Nature Meats. His company partners with regenerative ranchers with the goal of bringing consumers the best meat on the planet, for the planet.   Learn more about Force of Nature Meats: https://forceofnature.com/ Learn more about the Longhorn Business Network:  https://www.texasexes.org/connect-longhorn-business-network Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

01-27

30:19

Canworks, founded by brothers Marshall Thompson, BA '09, Life Member, and Ryan Thompson BA '03, is one of the first in the world to digitally print artwork directly onto aluminum beverage cans. They work with some of the largest brands in the world, and quite a few Longhorn comapnies.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats   Join us for our Longhorn Coffee on Tuesday February 11 in Austin: Longhorn Coffee Austin Tickets, Tue, Feb 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM | Eventbrite

01-20

36:28

This week on Hello Longhorn, we are introducing you to John Joyoprayitno, BA ’02, MSTC ’13, Life Member, the CEO, president, and co-founder of Alafair Biosciences.   While he started out as an anthropology major, Joyoprayitno quickly chose the entrepreneurship path, running everything from a bike shop to the Austin Speed Shop, and now something completely different ... a fast-growing medical device company based in Austin.   Bonus Question: Does anyone know the name of the University of Texas anthropology professor who started his class with Bob Marley's "Redemption Song"?    Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

01-13

29:42

The first Hello Longhorn episode of the new year features Katy Mimari, BS '01, of Caden Lane!  Caden Lane, a Longhorn 100 winner, is a premium brand of lifestyle baby products for newborns, new moms, and gift-givers. Listen to how this Moody grad started by selling her diaper bags door-to-door in San Antonio while pregnant and grew to an eight-figure business.    Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats

01-06

40:13

Chet Garner, BS ’03, Life Member is The Daytripper. Find out how he created a show that allows him to travel to “every corner of the Lone Star State.”   Chet is the CEO of Hogaboom Road, a production company that tells the stories of Texas through it's Emmy-award winning travel show "The Daytripper" on every channel available. They also tell stories for clients big and small across Texas. Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats. 

12-30

33:45

Alex Danza, MPA ’96, BBA ’96, Life Member, is the founder and CEO of Vonlane.    Alex Danza came to The University of Texas from Staten Island, New York. Find out why he started Vonlane, the initial struggles, and who the very first passengers were.    Created to counter the disappointing service of airlines and the stress of driving yourself on the highway, Vonlane elevates your travel experience with premium, route-based, regional bus service. They treat you like a VIP with dependable schedules, dedicated attendants, thoughtful amenities, and extra-comfortable leather seating. Arrive at your destination feeling valued, fresh, and ready to go.   Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats.   

12-23

24:47

Are you planning on catching a movie this holiday at Flix Brewhouse? Guess what: The CEO is a Longhorn.   From sociology major to operations manager of Trudy's, to CEO of a cinema brewery, Chance Robertson, BA '03, Life Member, is our guest this week on Hello Longhorn. Flix is America's only cinema brewery. First class cinema with service at your seat rounded out by delicious food, cocktails, wine, and craft beer made in house by our incredibly talented brewers.    Hello Longhorn is produced by the Texas Exes and Sara Light, BS ’02, Life Member, from the second floor of the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center. Music produced by Sharon Dastur, BBA ’92, and Revelation Beats