Empowering Music Artists: Laura Simpson’s Mission to Support Artists with Side Door

In this episode, we talk with Laura Simpson, the CEO and co-founder of Side Door, a platform that empowers music artists by connecting them directly with venues and audiences. Laura shares her journey from the non-profit world to creating a tech startup that’s making a real impact in the music industry. Discover how Side Door is helping artists perform in unique spaces, build connections, and sustain their careers. This conversation dives into innovation, community, and the future of live music.LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurasimpsongraham/Side Door - https://sidedooraccess.com/homeChapters:00:00 - Introduction01:10 - Laura's Background in Non-Profits02:45 - The Birth of Side Door04:30 - From Idea to Startup: Laura’s Journey06:15 - Overcoming Tech Industry Challenges08:05 - The Importance of Clear Communication10:00 - Co-founding with Dan: How It All Started12:25 - Building a Remote Team Across Canada14:15 - Adapting During the Pandemic17:05 - The Role of Venture Capital19:20 - What’s Next for Side Door🗣️ Get a FREE consultation here!https://goec.io/contact-us/🚀 Subscribe to the podcast:https://smalltechpodcast.com/✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter:https://s.goec.io/stp-newsletter🎥 Watch on YouTube:https://s.goec.io/stp-youtube📄 Read the EC blog:https://s.goec.io/ec-blog🛠️ Need help building something?https://s.goec.io/build-together