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Garrett Atkins: From a Poor Young American to a Serial Entrepreneur

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Most young Americans are broke. Recent data shows that young people between the age of 18 to 29 years old have $1 trillion in debt. The financial struggles of the modern-day young person are what leads so many to try out entrepreneurship. Millennials are venturing into business at younger ages than previous generations. 

Currently, 55.8%  of billionaires are self-made. One of the reasons these self-made entrepreneurs succeed is that they identified a market need. We had a conversation with Garrett Atkins, owner, and Founder of VIE media. He shared with us his journey from being 23 and broke to CEO at age 27 years. 

Garret Atkins Journey 

Garrett Atkins focused on online entrepreneurship and invested in it early enough. He owns VIE media, which is a company in the online/digital marketing space. Headquartered in St.Louis, Missouri, VIE Media specializes in social media marketing, web design, and development, video production, and branding. Garrett is also the founder and one of the Stakeholders of StLouisPodcast.com. StLouisPodcast.com is the only exclusive podcast recording studio in St. Louis, Missouri.

Garrett’s journey began when he was 23 years old. He changed his mindset by realizing that he doesn’t have to be part of the statistics. He doesn’t have to be another young, broke American. “I realized that I could do anything I set my mind to so long as it does not have to do with breaking the rules of science/physics (for obvious reasons, because that is impossible),” says Garrett. Back in 2010, Garrett was working in the mortgage industry. It was around that time that he realized that building a personal brand online is going to be a big deal. That realization is what set him on the path to online entrepreneurship. 

The ambitious youth started VIE Media at age 23 years. The company began with three clients in 2016 to over 100 clients within the same year. Also, VIE media expanded its revenue from $1,850 in 2016 to over $1.25MM in revenue in 2019. Garrett’s impressive leadership skills are also evident in Podcast.com. He started the second company in July 2019. At the time, StLouisPodcast.com had 0 clients. But in less than six months, the company had over 35 clients. 

Lessons on Entrepreneurship 

Garret is a man with a wealth of knowledge. When we talked to him, he said that you are likely to succeed when you stop giving a sh*t about what other people are saying, so long as you know what your end goal is and you know that you want that more than anything else. Garrett took on all the responsibilities of managing his businesses. Of course, like most start-ups, he had to invest vast sums of money and time in his company. Garrett admits that one of the biggest challenges he faced was finding a team that he could work within his ventures. Luckily, he was able to find partners who would work with him towards building a successful business. 

Garrett’s success in online entrepreneurship has a lot to do with his character. This young entrepreneur is innovative, hardworking, passionately driven and wise. He discovered a need in the digital marketing space that his competitors were not utilizing. “My brand sticks out because I’m so deeply involved in the technology/digital space compared to my competitors. For example, out of all the CEO’s of digital marketing agencies in St. Louis, I have the largest audience on EVERY major social platform besides TikTok and YouTube. I don’t just own a social media marketing agency. I live and practice it, if you will.” he says. 

Through VIE media, Garrett has managed to close deals with popular brand names such as multiple household names such as The UPS Store, Better Homes & Gardens, Metro Powered by Metro powered by T-Mobile, , and Arsenal Credit Union. Currently, this American Entrepreneur recently acquired Crowd Drivers. Crowd Drivers is a marketing agency that has been performing well in the market. On 6th May 2020, Garrett not only acquired Crowd Drivers, but also expanded his team with 10 more talented employees. 

 It is impressive that in just four short years, Garret has scaled the heights and become a famous public speaker, content creator, and serial entrepreneur. He was a keynote speaker at the Live2Lead event in St. Louis, Missouri, in October of 2019. Moreover, he continues to inspire and share knowledge through his social media platforms. Garrett’s goal is not to be rich and powerful. Instead, his goal is to give back to the community by assisting other businesses to achieve success through digital marketing. 

You can expect to see more of Garrett in the coming months as he continues to disrupt the digital marketing space with fresh ideas. 

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Bulk Office Supply Transforms Corporate Purchasing: Better Buying for Modern Businesses

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By: Lanie Moreno

Businesses of all sizes demand efficiency and cost-effectiveness. To address this, Bulk Office Supply has created innovative methods in the purchasing field. The company’s smart bulk buying system changes how organizations get essential office supplies, from office staples to industrial equipment. The company leads the industry with its straightforward, simple acquisition process.

From Paper Clips to Power Tools

Bulk Office Supply gives businesses a complete shopping experience that addresses a major business challenge: the complex task of getting office supplies. The company built a direct bulk purchasing system that saves businesses both time and money. This practical method has attracted over 70,000 business customers. Many Fortune 100 companies are among its clientele.

“Our specialty provides bulk pricing, fast shipping, and excellent U.S.-based customer service. We eliminated extensive negotiations, offering businesses straightforward, budget-friendly purchasing options every time,” explains Levi Haller, CEO of Bulk Office Supply. Customers value the company’s mix of competitive pricing with easy purchasing, which removes lengthy quoting processes and specialized acquisition staff.

The company expanded from office essentials to serve all business needs. Under Haller’s leadership, Bulk Office Supply has expanded its offerings. The company now sells hardware, industrial supplies, medical equipment, and food service items. This growth meets the changing demands of its diverse client base. The company unites various product categories on a single platform, helping organizations improve their supply chains and reduce vendor management complexity.

Where Service Meets Success

Bulk Office Supply stands out through transparent and simple pricing. It follows a consumer warehouse club model. This process offers deep discounts for bulk purchases without complex negotiations. This system makes bulk pricing available to businesses of every size, from small enterprises to large corporations.

The company streamlined tax exemption approval for schools and non-profits. “We maintain quick turnaround time for tax-exemption approval. We set up tax-exempt customers such as schools within minutes,” Haller notes. This specialized service demonstrates Bulk Office Supply’s dedication to exceptional customer care.

Customers benefit from the company’s deep industry knowledge, built since its founding in 1989. With over 30,000 items at competitive prices, the selection is vast. Haller enhances this further with his background in hardware and industrial supply. This mix of office supply proficiency and fresh industry insights enables Bulk Office Supply to serve diverse business needs and predict market trends across various sectors.

Rewriting the Rules of Retail

Bulk Office Supply carves its market space among Amazon, Staples, and Office Depot through distinct advantages. The company competes through bulk pricing, ease of online ordering, and quick fulfillment. Its specialized focus allows it to outperform larger, general competitors in key areas.

“Customer numbers and product lines grow daily. We take pride in fulfilling orders for well-known brands, watching our office supplies reach broad audiences. Our expansion continues with customer needs guiding our direction,” Haller shares. The customer-focused strategy strengthens existing client bonds and encourages loyalty.

The company proves its worth against industry giants through smart operations and customer understanding. Businesses seek fresh purchasing options, making Bulk Office Supply’s mix of competitive pricing, superior service, and vast product selection successful. Its achievements push positive industry changes and better service standards.

Organizations constantly search for ways to improve operations and cut costs. As a result, Bulk Office Supply’s shopping model continues to gain more users. Combining industry experience, visionary thinking, and customer focus positions Bulk Office Supply to lead business supply improvements. Its story motivates industry pioneers and guides businesses seeking better purchasing in today’s competitive market.

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