In this episode, Evan sits down with Trey Bowles, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of 1845 Ventures, to discuss his journey building companies and helping founders turn ideas into successful businesses. After helping launch several early internet companies and spending years strengthening the North Texas startup ecosystem, Trey now partners with entrepreneurs through 1845 Ventures, a venture studio that provides the strategy, resources, and expertise needed to build scalable companies. Trey shares what he looks for in founders, why validating customer demand matters before raising capital, and how 1845 Ventures helps entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building a business. He also explains why Dallas-Fort Worth has become one of the country's fastest-growing innovation hubs and discusses the opportunities shaping the future of entrepreneurship in North Texas. The conversation offers practical insights on leadership, hiring, perseverance, and what it truly takes to build a successful company from the ground up.