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EP #527 The Exact Strategy Behind a 6-Figure Indiegogo Tech Launch | SoCool

DATE POSTED:June 5, 2025

Launching a crowdfunding campaign is tough. Building a smart hardware product with refrigeration, mobile apps, and custom electronics? That’s next level.

In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, host Salvador Briggman chats with the co-founders of SoCool, a revolutionary refrigerated smart pet feeder that keeps your pet’s food fresh 24/7 — no ice packs required.

Leslie and Ahmad are the unlikely duo behind the product. Leslie comes from a healthcare background with no prior tech experience, while Ahmad is a robotics engineer who wanted to bring a product of his own to life. Together, they tackled everything from prototyping with styrofoam to developing a sleek, functional feeder that excited over 400 backers.

In the episode, you’ll discover:
  • How they went from idea to prototype in just weeks
  • Why Leslie believes “failing faster” is the key to success
  • The emotional rollercoaster of launching a crowdfunding campaign
  • Why testing your product with real users is absolutely essential
  • How they converted non-crowdfunding-savvy pet owners into loyal backers

This one’s packed with raw honesty, scrappy tactics, and a fresh take on bringing a physical product to life. Whether you’re building hardware, launching your first campaign, or just need inspiration to finally chase that idea — this episode is for you.

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