Michael Castello’s twenty year journey in domain names.
Michael Castello, CEO of Castello Cities Internet Network, discusses the amazing story of how he got into the domain name business and picked up great domains like Nashville.com and Whisky.com. Like many early domain name investors, he stumbled upon domain names when life wasn’t going quite as planned. In this episode, he tells the story of how he sold Whisky.com for $3.1 million about a year ago. He also discusses the past, present, and future of the domain name business.
Also: .Sucks battle, Lady Gaga, and GoDaddy IPO.
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M. Menius says
I’ve always appreciated Michael’s desire to build out domains into real businesses. Great points of view.
Jane says
Best episode so far Andrew. So much great insight from Michael. Thanks for a terrific podcast.
Ron Jackson says
Excellent show Andrew, Michael’s insight is always invaluable.
Andrew says
That was really great, insightful.
rubenmadurocouto says
Great and inspiring!
Andrew Allemann says
Thanks everyone.
Jeff Schneider says
Hello Andrew,
Michael has always been a classy Bright Spot in our Industry, and his sage knowledge of our Industries fundamentals, puts him in a class all his own. Thanks Michael
Gratefully, Jeff Schneider (Contact Group) (Metal Tiger)