What do late-night drinks, a lobster roll, and a cross-country cousin connection have to do with building a national brand?
Everything.
In this episode of Founderology: Built to Breakthrough, Sabin Lomac—co-founder of Cousins Maine Lobster—shares how one wild night idea with his cousin Jim Tselikis, turned into a Shark Tank deal, 100+ locations, international expansion, and a brand that still runs on family, hustle, and heart.
No experience. No roadmap. Just two Founders who committed to figuring it out and stayed focused to make it happen.
This conversation is for every Founder who's working the dream and managing the ups and the downs. Sabin talks openly about the early days—balancing multiple jobs, building the first truck, and learning the business from the ground up.
Here's what stood out:
And the moment they opened their first truck? Lines around the block—and a message from Shark Tank on the first night they were open. Here's a taste of what you'll get:
If you've been stuck in the middle—overthinking, second-guessing, or wondering if it's all worth it—Sabin's story will remind you exactly why you started.
Tune into Founderology now.
The only real difference between an idea and a breakthrough—is doing something about it.
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