Nelson Nigel, the resilient Founder and CEO of Kidmoto Technology, transformed a personal challenge into a thriving business. In 2016, as an Uber driver, he saw the absence of child car seats in taxis and car services, leaving parents vulnerable when traveling. Recognizing the gap left by Uber and Lyft, Nelson developed a mobile app to offer a convenient and safe solution for parents traveling with small children, particularly to and from airports. Kidmoto has since become a trusted brand, connecting parents with a network of skilled drivers providing secure child car seats for airport transfers in 52 U.S. cities. Despite Nelson's challenging background—growing up in poverty in New York and surviving a train accident that left him in a coma for weeks—he maintains a remarkably positive mindset. His hard work and respect for his team have led Kidmoto to achieve remarkable milestones, including over 40,000 completed rides across America, a 7-figure revenue for 2023, and a valuation of $25 million. Topics: 1. From a Yellow Cab Driver to Tech Entrepreneur Unveiling the journey: From driving taxis to founding Kidmoto Technology - a tale of resilience and innovation. Noticing a daily problem for passengers and offering a real solution: How I identified a gap and developed a solution that changed the way parents travel with small children. Finding and filling a gap in the market starting with two car seats: The details of how Kidmoto became a trusted brand by addressing the specific needs of parents in transportation. Bootstrapping in a dominated market: Navigating the challenges of building a transportation tech company without external funding. 2. Leadership: Great Leaders Do Not Stand Back, They Stand in the Frontlines and Lead The leadership journey of building Kidmoto from scratch and fostering a culture of innovation. A strong organization, a stronger team: Building a company culture that values collaboration and empowers employees. Personal commitment to my vision and the people who make it possible. Resilience, perseverance, and the determination to lead by example in the face of challenges. 3. Business Mindset: Do Not Stay on the Floor When You Are Knocked Down Surviving and thriving after a train accident: Nelson's personal journey of resilience and determination. Not living in the past: Overcoming adversity and focusing on the future with a forward-thinking business mindset. Pushing forward without excuses: Nelson's approach to entrepreneurship and life is driven by a refusal to be limited by challenges. Giving 100% to dreams and employees: A firsthand account of the relentless work ethic and passion that defines Nelson's business mindset. ---
