Easy-Access Faucets for Better Hydration and Hygiene - and How To Be A "ValuePreneur" -with Nasoni's Steve Waddell

In this Interview, we meet Steve Waddell who is the President and CEO of Nasoni, a Water Technology Startup based in Suffolk, Virginia. Nasoni is revolutionizing bathroom fixtures with its innovative smart faucets that aim to make water access easier and more hygienic for all users.

ONE-LINER:

"Our vision is making water accessible for all while simultaneously saving billions of gallons annually."

Pitch/Reverse Pitch:

Don’t miss Steve's Pitch for Nasoni, which you can find on the video from [2:54] to [18:39].

Discussion:

After the pitch, we discuss:

• The inspiration behind Nasoni’s faucets, which stemmed from Steve’s personal frustration with traditional faucet designs and his desire to make water more accessible.
• The development of Nasoni's products, which have won multiple awards and are supported by significant NIH grants for assistive and aged tech.
• The company's focus on water conservation and how Nasoni faucets can save billions of gallons of water annually by reducing waste during daily hygiene routines.

Insights:

At [5:55], Steve discusses how Nasoni’s fountain faucet design, inspired by the fountains of Rome, has been scientifically proven to be more hygienic and water-efficient compared to traditional faucets.

Advice:

At [41:44], Steve advises entrepreneurs to start with solving a problem rather than focusing on a broad goal, emphasizing that the "why" of a business should evolve naturally from the problems they solve.