Transforming Air Quality and the Art of Dance with Chinedum Nedu Njoku

In this episode of the Alamo City Innovators podcast, hosts Marco Salinas and Francisco Bermudez Jr. sit down with Chinedum “Nedu” Njoku, an unexpected yet influential figure in San Antonio. Nedu is not only the founder of Ned Air Filters but also a passionate dancer and advocate for biking in the Alamo City.

Business Deep Dive: Discover the inception story of Ned Air Filters, a business founded in 2021, dedicated to providing high-quality AC air filters for residential, commercial, and industrial use. Learn how Nedu leverages a robust referral system, a user-friendly website, a mobile app, and direct inquiries to grow his business efficiently.

Technical Insights: Gain expert advice on the importance of regular air filter replacements, with Nedu emphasizing the optimal frequency based on various factors like AC usage, flooring types, pets, and family size. Understand the different grades of air filters, focusing on the balance between effectiveness and AC unit strain, and find out why MERV 9 and MERV 10 filters are consumer favorites.

Subscription Benefits: Uncover the convenience of Ned Air Filters’ subscription-based service, ensuring timely filter deliveries and installations. Nedu discusses how this model benefits customers, especially the elderly and those with high ceilings, by offering peace of mind and preventing costly AC repairs.

Diverse Passions: Shift gears as Nedu shares his journey from studying computational biology to becoming a business owner and dance instructor. His profound love for music and dance, rooted in his Nigerian upbringing, shines through as he discusses the local dancing scene in San Antonio. Nedu teaches salsa, bachata, chacha, rumba, and Kizumba at a studio in the medical center area with classes and events that newcomers and veterans alike can enjoy.

Community Focus: Dive into the local biking scene with Nedu, who promotes and participates in biking along the scenic trails of San Antonio.

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