EP.51 From the Backseat to the Boardroom: How Nelson Nigel Built a Mission-Driven Startup that Disrupted an Industry

The MISOGI Method – Episode 51 Guest: Nelson Nigel, Founder & CEO of Kidmoto Technologies Host: Jody B. Miller Episode Description: What if the key to building a multi-city tech company wasn't venture capital or a Silicon Valley network—but insight, grit, and an unwavering mission? In this inspiring episode, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Nelson Nigel , a former NYC yellow cab and Uber driver turned tech founder, who created Kidmoto Technologies —a transportation startup providing safe car seat-equipped rides for families with small children. Now active in 64 U.S. cities with over 40,000 rides completed , Kidmoto is disrupting an industry long dominated by giants like Uber and Lyft—by focusing on a need they overlooked. But Nelson’s story runs even deeper: from surviving a traumatic subway accident to bootstrapping a company built on purpose, resilience, and family safety , he embodies what The MISOGI Method is all about—transforming adversity into opportunity. In this episode, you'll learn: How one moment of insight changed Nelson’s life—and the lives of thousands of families What it really takes to bootstrap a startup in a crowded tech space How leading from the driver’s seat shaped a national team culture How trauma sparked a purpose-driven mission that scaled Why your most uncomfortable leap might be the one that defines your legacy Key Takeaway: Your past doesn’t define your path. But your choices —especially the bold ones—absolutely do. Resources & Links: Kidmoto Technologies App – Download on iOS & Android Website: Contact Nelson Nigel: info@kidmoto.taxi Become a supporter of this podcast: .

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This episode is 23:46 long.

This episode was published on Aug 1, 2025.

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