On this episode of Huntsville Hustle, we welcome Andrew Smith, the founder of Huntsville Explorer, to pull back the curtain on how a passion for local discovery grew into one of Rocket City’s go-to guides.

Andrew shares the moment that sparked his vision, the first post that proved the concept, and the systems he’s honed to scout, vet, and share the best restaurants, trails, and events.

Whether you’re a lifelong Huntsvillian or new in town, you’ll learn how to turn casual browsing into meaningful community engagement, and how local businesses can partner with Huntsville Explorer for maximum impact.

What You’ll Learn:

• The origin story of Huntsville Explorer and the “aha” moment that confirmed the demand

• Andrew’s content curation checklist: from hidden gems to crowd favorites

• Turning social media followers into email subscribers, event attendees, and paying supporters

• Workflow secrets: tools, scheduling, and more

• Growth hacks to double reach on a shoestring budget

• Key metrics that show when content moves people to act locally

• The biggest early mistake and the system that finally gave Andrew relief

Stick around for our lightning round, where Andrew reveals his favorite under-$15 lunch, the best first trail for new residents, and the Huntsville event you can’t miss. Plus, learn what’s next for Huntsville Explorer, and how to connect with Andrew online.

Huntsville Explorer's website: https://hsvexplorer.com/E-mail Andrew directly: andrew@hsvexplorer.com

This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠

Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!

Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

Bad kennel stay ➜ borrowed spare bedroom ➜ multi-location, award-winning home-boarding network.

In this episode, Huntsville Hustle sat down with Michael Cox, co-founder and self-proclaimed “PAWsident” of Petz Pack. Mike pulls back the curtain on:

-The “light-bulb‐and-dog-hair” moment that launched the biz.

-Why their first name drew an unexpected letter from a certain luxury hotel chain.

-How a 24-hour cycle inside a Petz Pack home really runs

-Systems that keep every location on the same high bar

-The safety tip every parent needs to teach theur children about dogs

-Red flags during intake (for pups and humans).

-What’s next for the Pack

Board your dog or become a host yourself: https://petzpack.com/

This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠

Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!

Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

-Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/huntsville-hustle/id1766944729

-Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/56SCPfp1NgEXw09IJ2JH8V?si=e379f115772e4c7a

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HuntsvilleHustle

In this power-packed episode of Huntsville Hustle, I share the Top 15 Books for Small Business Owners—handpicked to fuel your growth, sharpen your leadership, and turbocharge your results. Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling an established brand, these books offer actionable strategies, timeless wisdom, and the mindset shifts you need to thrive.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Why each book matters: From marketing classics to leadership game-changers, learn which titles will move the needle in your business and why.

• One key takeaway per book: Skip the fluff, get the single most powerful insight you can apply today, whether it’s optimizing your cash flow, mastering customer experience, or building a winning culture.

• Real-world application: Hear how you can use these concepts to solve everyday challenges and create breakthroughs in your business.

Tune in to refine your reading list, streamline your learning, and unlock the ideas that could transform your small business into a lasting success. Don’t just read more, read smarter.

This episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsors TheWrightWay360 and Huntsville Hub. TheWrightWay360: Unlock your financial future with TheWrightWay360’s expert coaching, transform your money habits today, and start building generational wealth!

⁠⁠https://www.thewrightway360.com/⁠⁠

Huntsville Hub, Huntsville’s go-to coworking space for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small businesses. Whether you need a private office, meeting space, or just a quiet spot to get things done, Huntsville Hub has you covered. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to book a tour!

Tune in each week as we spotlight local entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders making an impact in Huntsville, Alabama. From startup stories to marketing tips, it’s real talk with the Rocket City’s movers and shakers.

Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Huntsville Hustle Playlist⁠