Agents of Innovation

Kevin Comer and Brian Graham are both frequent travelers on group trips organized by Agents of Innovation podcast host Francisco Gonzalez, who is also the founder & CEO of Fearless Journeys. In this unique podcast episode, the three recount personal and group trips and offer lots of great travel advice while recounting amusing stories -- some of which are almost hard to believe! You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/zGZWcKE1WAg Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: www.fearlessjourneys.org Find Brian Graham on Instagram at @brianhgraham Find Kevin Comer on Instagram at @kevininFlorida

Guardian Capital S.A. is a Buenos Aires-based financial advisory firm dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals through personalized investment strategies. With a team of seasoned professionals, the firm offers tailored solutions in asset allocation, risk management, and portfolio optimization to ensure clients' capital is both protected and positioned for growth. Episode 156 of the Agents of Innovation podcast features two of their co-founders, Tomás Ambrosetti and Martin D'odorico. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg On the 2024 Fearless Journeys group trip to Argentina, our group visited with Tomas and Martin. Now, we bring the world a full conversation with them about how they have grown to about 1,000 clients in just two years as a firm. They use many social media platforms (see below) to communicate financial education messages; these communication and media efforts also help to expand their brand and attract new clients. You can learn more about Guardian Capital at: https://guardiancapital.com.ar Follow Guardian Capital on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guardiancapital_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@guardiancapital YouTube: Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org

Julian Castillo is an urban architect with Siudad, a company in Guatemala City that proclaims that CITY (spelled "Siudad" instead of the grammatically correct "Ciudad") "is a positive mindset to improve city life." They believe that Guatemalan cities have the opportunity to become successful urban hubs, bringing economic prosperity, well-being and health to their citizens and visitors. Siudad is committed to facilitating, educating and empowering Guatemalans to plan, design and build the cities of the future. Julian Castillo was our guest on episode 155 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can learn more about Siudad at: https://siudad.org You can find Julian Castillo online at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julián-castillo-holzheu-9a002599/ You can also WATCH this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/c82rDVMvOUQ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Dennis Hulbert has had a very successful career for 39 years with the U.S.D.A Forest Service as the Region 5 Aviation Officer representing California and Pacific Islands. After retiring he began to focus on his lifelong passion as a musician and his work with the music group that he founded 33 years ago, Machaira. Working with such notable musicians as John McFee from Doobie Brothers, Billy Kirchen from Commander Cody, Dennis is looking to take his band to a new level. This current journey is allowing Dennis the opportunity to work/record with many great players: Marc Russo- from Doobie Brothers, Mic Gillette from Tower Of Power, Michael Hossack- from Doobie Brothers, Brent Bourgeois from Bourgeois Tagg, Scott Joss from Merle Haggard, and Keith Edwards from Ricky Skaggs, to name a few. Dennis is devoting his time to developing and managing the Machaira band and the Go Girls of Machaira. Along with co-managing Machaira Entertainment, a multi facet entertainment endeavor. Dennis was our guest on Episode 154 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. Learn more about him and his band Machaira at: https://www.coopdeville.com and their YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_2eojoSgKJKcF_FzMd-iTg You can watch this full episode on YouTube podcast: https://youtu.be/O2IJrOYxJs8 Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also learn more about how to join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/ 0:00 Episode Intro 2:46 Introducing Dennis Hulbert 3:16 Work for the U.S. Forest Service 4:58 Innovating in the fire retardant space 7:43 Be a good team leader 8:22 The inspiration to go into the U.S. Forestry Service 9:12 Aviation Officer in California and Pacific Islands 11:24 Early days learning music 13:02 Faith music, tours of Russia, American diplomacy 14:00 Surround yourself with good people 14:14 Over 40 people have been in the band, world tours, top guest artists 14:35 Nonprofit band, have never charged a penny 15:25 Taking band to the next level 16:10 11-person band, seasoned professionals, and a movie 18:09 A future reality TV show? 19:03 California, Montana, and tours 19:46 New album: Life is a Rock and Roll Circus 21:51 The business of music 26:25 Profiles of other band members 30:52 The origin of the band name, "Machaira" 32:30 New album releases March 2025 and live shows 34:45 Cover of Elvis Presley "Saved" 35:15 Agent of Innovation Matt Stone as Elvis 37:00 Learn by doing, never miss a gig, and practice 39:50 Keys to success

Nick was our guest on Episode 153 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can find him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasbourdon You can learn more about Reef Arches at: https://reefarches.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/lteqI8n6yu8 You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/ 0:00 Episode Intro 2:25 Intro to Nick Bourdon and Reef Arches 3:40 How Reef Arches solves the problem of beach erosion 5:55 How humans reacted to beach erosion before Reef Arches 7:18 How Reef Arches was conceived and patent achieved 9:19 Being an entrepreneur within a larger company, Hedrick Brothers Construction 15:35 Partnering with local governments in Florida 19:45 Ripple effects across the economy 24:51 Reef Arch construction material and design 29:05 Nick Bourdon's early life and education 32:00 Nick's habits and daily routine 34:02 Transporting Reef Arches 35:00 Nick's first job 36:30 The freedom of being an entrepreneur 37:30 Innovating within a company 48:12 Mentorship 49:20 The ideal customers and products 51:40 Facing the competition 52:43 Global economic solutions 54:10 Last words

Edwin H. (Ed) Moore, Ph.D., is the President-Emeritus of the Independent Colleges and Universities ofFlorida, a Tallahassee based association of 30 private, not for profit colleges and universities. He led the Association from 2003 until 2019. He also served as the Executive Director of the Higher EducationFacilities Finance Authority in Florida and as Chief Executive Officer of the Florida Independent College Fund, a non-profit organization. Over his career he has served in leadership roles in both legislative and executive branches, in the private sector and in several not for profit organizations. He is a recognized policy expert. He has served in many significant positions in a wide array of policy arenas, including education, insurance, healthcare, mental health, criminal justice, and many other areas. As Florida recovered from Covid related issues he was asked to serve as Executive Director of the RESET Florida Task Force, helping to develop action plans to bolster the Florida economy. He authored "The Speakers Vol. II, a history of the Speakers of the Florida House of Representatives." Ed was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to serve as a member of the Florida Commission on Ethics and previously to the Florida Constitution mandated Government Efficiency Task Force. He currently serves as a Trustee for the HCA Florida Capital Hospital, and as a member of the Florida Historic Capitol Foundation Board of Directors. He is a frequent guest on The Morning Show with Preston Scott, The Ed Dean Show, The Usual Suspects, and several other state outlets. Ed earned a BS and an MSPA in the 1970's from Florida State University, the master's while working full-time. He had previously earned an AA from Broward Junior College while working full-time. After he sold his company and returned to Florida in 1999, he both worked full-time and pursued and earned his Ph.D. from FSU. He has been married to Kathleen Armstrong Moore for 50 years. They have four adult children and eight wonderful grandchildren. They reside in Tallahassee. Ed was our guest on Episode 152 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can follow him on X at: https://x.com/AFloridian You can also watch this podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/vy4pXUfsTHc Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Fergus Hodgson is publisher of the Impunity Observer, a geopolitical intelligence service focused on the rule of law and economic development at the nexus of Anglo and Latin America. He is also the founder of Econ Americas LLC, a financial consultancy devoted to alternative investments, stakeholder management, and jurisdictional arbitrage. He is the author of the new book, "The Latin America Red Pill: My Search for Freedom South of the Border." He was born in Hamilton, New Zealand, to a Kiwi father and an Irish-Canadian mother from Calgary, Alberta. Fergus grew up on a sheep and cattle farm and moved to the United States on a rowing scholarship to study economics at Boston University. He is a triple citizen who resides in Fort Collins, Colorado, and has been an expat in seven countries. Given pride in his Anglo-Celtic heritage, he travels frequently to the British Isles. Fergus was our guest on Episode 151 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r3FbV1RBnG4 You can follow him on X at: https://x.com/FergHodgson You can also find out more about his new book, "The Latin America Red Pill" at: https://amzn.to/3OSxjDT Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Anisa Mirza is the founder and CEO of Litnerd, a K-8 reading and writing program. Litnerd creates original IP with their partner brands and turns them into books, media and learning curriculum, layered with an AI personalized tutor to help kids become authors and creators of IP and brand content. Their product format is a Social and Gamified - with a live weekly community meetup and monthly e-tournaments. Anisa is also a 2x Y Combinator and venture-backed founder. She is also a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, and boootstrapped her first startup from 0 to 2.5Mill ARR (exited). As an immigrant to America, running a women and minority owned business, Anisa takes special pride in seeing the impact Litnerd has in producing superior learning outcomes for students. Anisa was our guest on Episode 150 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/r7sOLuk0-eA You can follow Anisa on X at: https://x.com/TheAnisaMirza You can also find out more about Litnerd at: https://www.litnerd.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Ernest Scheyder is an award-winning journalist, author, and senior correspondent for Reuters. He specializes in distilling complex topics for a wide range of audiences, including and especially everyday consumers directly affected by regulatory, political, and industry transitions. In 2024, he published the widely acclaimed book, "The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives" (One Signal/Simon & Schuster), a human-focused narrative exploring the people that live on the energy transition's front lines and an urgent guide to the rapidly growing critical minerals supply chain. The book was named a top pick by Fortune's editors and earned plaudits from The Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, Marketplace, Barron's, WBUR's On Point, Science magazine, The Christian Science Monitor, BBC World, Kirkus (starred review) and many others. Energy historian Daniel Yergin declared the book “vividly captures the physical and political landscape over which the future is being fought.” Ernest was our guest on Episode 149 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ClJUJpwqGak You can learn more about Ernest Scheyder and his book at: https://www.ernestscheyder.com Ernest will have two appearances in Miami during the Miami Book Fair: Saturday, November 23 Panelist, National Book Award Long List Top 10 List Recipient for Non-Fiction, Room 8301, moderated by Ruth Dickey Sunday, November 24 1:00 PM in the AI Center Find more details about the Miami Book Fair at: https://www.miamibookfair.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Joseph Yonke is a fine painter based in Brickell, Miami, Florida. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Penn State University. He grew up painting, inspired by his grandfather, who is also an artist. Today, at nearly 25 years old, Joe is a painter who is known for his neo-abstract expressionism. Joe is a successful full-time artist, who often works 100 hours a week. Joe was our guest on Episode 148 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can learn more about his work and find his art at: https://yonkeart.com. For special care, please let him know that you learned about his work on the Agents of Innovation podcast! You can follow him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jryonke/ You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uIfYgRYyZHY Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

James O'Keefe is the Director of the new full-length feature film, a documentary called "Line In The Sand." It is available to stream on the Tucker Carlson Network. Watch the film here: https://tuckercarlson.com/line-in-the-sand James is also the founder & CEO of O'Keefe Media Group. Learn more here: https://okeefemediagroup.com/ James was our guest on Episode 147 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also check out our previous podcat with James on Episode 111 of the Agents of Innovation podcast (filmed in January 2022). You can connect with James on X @JamesOKeefeIII You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tLHkHMmqrPE Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

James T. Fishback is the co-founder and Chief Investment Officer of Azoria, a multi-asset investment firm. Prior to Azoria, he served as the Head of Macro at Greenlight Capital, a hedge fund founded by David M. Einhorn. James was our guest on Episode 146 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can connect with James on X @j_fishbackand also through his website: http://headofmacro.com You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jVU9E4LY9PA Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Evan Rally is the founder of Ride of Passage. Evan knows Thailand well - riding across the country 20k+ kilometers a year. When he's not on two wheels, he's an active participant in the Chiang Mai SEO community while building the Ride of Passage and It's Better On The Road in to premier adventure travel companies. Evan was our guest on Episode 145 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MIV1-X7MhHU You can connect with Evan on X @CaptainSidd and also through his website: https://www.rideofpassage.live/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Francesco Voltarel was born to Italian parents when they were living in the United States. However, he lived his entire life in Italy. After he completed his school in Italy, he took a gap year before entering college. He took an opportunity to move to Miami, where he had family. He spent the next year working several jobs in the hospitality industry, and saved money. Instead of returning to Italy, he enrolled at Miami Dade College, where he recently graduated as part of the class of 2024, earning a 4.0 GPA and graduating with the highest honors. While there, he interned at the Ideas Center at Miami Dade College, developing skills, experience, and connections. He also learned from mentors. He was recently accepted to Cornell University, where he will begin work towards his Bachelor's degree this fall. In the meantime he is working a full-time internship at City National Bank in Miami. Francesco's story is a true American Dream story that is still in progress. Learn more about his journey here in episode 144 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/h1bBMMgVnOA You can connect with Francesco on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesco-voltarel/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: / innovationradio Twitter: / agentinnovation Facebook: / agentsofinnovationpodcast You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Vance is the founder & owner of My Latin Life. He was born and raised in Canada and holds dual Canadian and U.S. Citizenships as well as residences in a number of Latin American countries. He currently lives in a small city in Mexico. Vance was our guest on Episode 143 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3zvV0Izs4X0 You can connect with Vance at: https://mylatinlife.com/join/ and also follow My Latin Life on X: https://x.com/MyLatinLife You can listen to Francisco Gonzalez as a guest on the My Latin Life podcast here: https://youtu.be/r8ibX0XeHrU?si=QJzK_jOgRsrhjItn Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Gaby Vivas is the founder & owner of Global Spanish & Global Portuguese. Gaby is originally from Venezuela. She finished high school in France, where she lived for a year. She then emigrated from Venezuela to Colombia, from where she first invested in Bitcoin in 2017. Later, in 2019, she lived in Russia for a year. Just before the pandemic shut the world down, she returned to Colombia. That's where she met her boyfriend Jerz (Featured on episode #141) and from where founded and leads Global Spanish & Global Portuguese. These entities help connect instructors with those who are trying to learn Spanish and Portuguese, through an online language school that operates as a subscription service. Email: fearlessjourneysLLC@gmail.com for a 10% OFF Coupon Code by putting "Global Spanish" or "Global Portuguese" in the subject line. Gaby was our guest on Episode 142 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. This podcast was recorded in Buenos Aires, Argentina. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/RSlu0k6VmnA You can connect with Gaby on X @GabyVivasBTC and also through her websites: https://global-spanish.com and https://globalportuguese.co Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Subscribe to this channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Jerz Chrysler describes himself as "a recovering American." Born and raised in California, he left the United States 16 years ago after a successful stint in real estate. Around the time the 2008 bubble burst, he decided to spend a few months traveling throughout Latin America. He never went back home permanently. He has lived in Panama, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina, and Paraguay. He holds a dual US / Austrian citizenship. He also hold residence cards in: Panama, Colombia, Brazil, Spain, Paragua, Mexico, and Argentina. Today he spends much of his time helping others build a life of sovereignty by obtaining residencies and citizenships in multiple countries. He was our guest on Episode 141 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. This podcast was recorded in Buenos Aires, Argentina. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/1_v6HB98vlQ You can connect with Jerz on X @TheJerzWay and also through his website: https://thejerzway.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Always on the forefront of new ideas, Matthew Farrar has dedicated his career to developing creative solutions to advance brands and advocate for causes. From his experience running an industry-leading marketing firm to harnessing communications and marketing tactics as a government affairs consultant, Matthew deeply understands the importance of authentic and creative storytelling. Matthew grew up in Panama City, Florida, and relocated to Tallahassee in 2004. He began his professional career as a government affairs consultant, where he worked for seven years managing legislative priorities and advocacy initiatives for corporate, non-profit, and trade-association clients across a variety of industries. In 2014, Matthew co-founded SDS, one of the southeast's fastest-growing privately-held companies, as recognized by Inc. Magazine and the Inc. 5000. SDS is a cutting-edge marketing and advertising agency of talented professionals using cutting-edge marketing and advertising tactics to deliver industry-leading results. Matthew's insatiable curiosity and penchant for innovative technology keep him on the bleeding edge of the latest techniques, tools, and trends to create dynamic and engaging content. His technical production expertise and attention to detail has led to beautiful creative outcomes in a variety of mediums. Farrar has built a cutting-edge video production and broadcast studio, one of Florida's most advanced podcast studios, and has led content creation projects spanning from the Florida Keys to the Canadian border. A native Floridian, his love of the outdoors and nature was developed fishing and swimming in the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico on Florida's Emerald Coast and spending time in Florida's state and national parks. Having traveled to some of the most beautiful locations in the United States to get the perfect shot – and having experienced the unparalleled natural beauty of destinations like Greece, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria – Matthew's experience, creativity, and technical expertise bring stories to life. He was our guest on Episode 140 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/D0ahVIDkmZ0 You can learn more about Matthew Farrar at: https://matthewfarrar.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Alejandro Storni is a visionary rooted in the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires, effortlessly intertwines creativity into every facet of his life. Leading Shock Your Cocktail, he crafts immersive event experiences while championing CoolturaBA, a cultural cornerstone online honored by the City Government. As Senior Creative at Drago for IQOS global communication, Alejandro deftly navigates the dynamic realms of creativity, culture, and marketing. A respected educator at the Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE), Alejandro's innovative teaching methods have earned him acclaim among peers and students alike. His entrepreneurial spirit expressed itself in Wimet, an inventive startup reshaping idle spaces for productions & events, sold in 2018. In all his endeavors, Alejandro's dedication to innovation and cultural enrichment shines through. With a fervent passion for turning ideas into reality, he seeks to inspire others and pushes the boundaries of creativity, enriching the cultural landscape one venture at a time. Alejandro is also a local advisor to Fearless Journeys and has helped organize so many great experiences in Argentina. He was our guest on Episode 139 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/BTG5of9vCNY You can learn more about Alejandro Storni at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandrostornithe Agents of Innovation podcast. Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Alexander McCobin is a co-founder and General Partner of Liberty Ventures. He has helped start or led many organizations, both nonprofit and for-profit. He is best known for being the founder and President of Students For Liberty and CEO of Conscious Capitalism. In addition to Liberty Ventures, Alexander is the CEO of Leap, which helps organizations integrate their purpose, people, and profits to scale revenue and impact. Alexander received his BA and MA from the University of Pennsylvania, an MA from Georgetown University, and lives out of 2 suitcases when he's not on the old family farm in Sullivan County, PA. He was our guest on Episode 138 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/2KtTACpSulg You can learn more about Alexander McCobin at: https://www.libertyventures.vc/alexander-mccobin Find more about some of his projects at the links below: https://www.libertyventures.vc https://www.goleap.us https://www.principledbusiness.org https://www.libertyventures.vc/podcast Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/ 0:00 Intro to episode 01:32 About Liberty Ventures 2:23 Students For Liberty 6:20 Conscious Capitalism (CEO) 7:18 Being Entrepreneurial 9:45 Liberty Ventures 13:03 Listening, Pivoting, Adapting 14:40 Leap 17:50 Mentorship 19:40 Principled Business Network 23:32 Capitalism 29:04 Dunder Mifflin / The Office 31:42 Liberty Ventures Angel Investor Network 36:47 Productivity 42:30 Challenging Yourself 44:22 Teaming Up in Dushore, PA 45:50 Positive Mindset 50:30 Fearless Journeys Summary Challenge 2024 51:50 The Comfort Crisis

Michael Sayman is the author of "App Kid: How a Child of Immigrants Grabbed a Piece of the American Dream," an inspiring and deeply personal story of one of Silicon Valley's most extraordinary entrepreneurs, who taught himself to code when he was thirteen and thus began his American dream. Watching his parents lose their jobs in the Great Recession, Michael Sayman, then thirteen, did a Google search: “How to code?” Within a year he had already launched an iPhone application and with it he was earning thousands of dollars a month, enough to keep his family afloat and without having to leave the United States. Completely self-taught, Michael went from high school straight into the professional world, and when he was seventeen, he was Facebook's youngest employee, creating new features that wowed Mark Zuckerberg. Three years later, he decided to go to Google, where he became a product manager and a founder in residence. After his stint in Silicon Valley, he now splits time between his hometown of Miami, Florida and Connecticut. He was our guest on Episode 137 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VfDIt3ftqPg You can learn more about Michael Sayman at: https://twitter.com/michaelsayman Find his book, "App Kid," at: https://amzn.to/3Hdo1P3 Special thanks to our friends at the Miami Book Fair. Learn more at: https://www.miamibookfair.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Harold Hughes is the founder & CEO of Bandwagon, a South Carolina-based experience technology company. Under his leadership, Bandwagon has raised more than $3M in venture capital and successfully acquired IdealSeat, Inc. in 2020. Harold has had his ideas validated as a graduate of the Founder Institute Accelerator (and now serves as Director for their Austin chapter), one of the inaugural companies in Google for Startups Black Founders Exchange Program, and most recently, the inaugural cohort of the IBM Blockchain Accelerator in 2019. A man of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Harold is actively involved in his community, participating on the Board of Directors for BEAM, a non-profit that focuses on the advancement of women entrepreneurs as they grow their companies as well as a founding team member of Amass, an end-to-end wealth building platform for Black Americans. To that end, Harold is also an active angel investor, investing in women, people of color, and Black founder-led companies. Most notably, he has invested in Partake Foods, the Jay-Z-backed CPG company making allergy-friendly snacks, as well as companies like Goodr, Chipper, Journey Foods, Republic, and Stix. Harold is a graduate of Clemson University, where he received Bachelor's degrees in both Economics (B.A.) and Political Science (B.A.). As a “Triple Tiger”, he also completed his MBA at Clemson before pursuing a graduate certificate in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Stanford University. Harold is the author of "A Kids Book About Blockchain." He was our guest on Episode 136 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, filmed and recorded at the 40th Annual Miami Book Fair, on November 19, 2023. This can also be viewed on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/3QlX_ch7DtY You can learn more about Harold Hughes at: https://bandwagonfanclub.com/team/harold-hughes/ Find his new book at: https://amzn.to/4azCnqC Learn more about the Miami Book Fair at: https://www.miamibookfair.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Chris Wilson was born and raised in Washington D.C, and grew up under extremely difficult circumstances. Poverty, drug addiction, and gun violence was the everyday norm in his community. At the age of 17, he was charged with a crime, convicted, and sentenced to natural life in prison. It was during times of isolation that he decided to not only to turn his life around, but to make a difference in the lives of people who currently live in poverty-stricken communities similar to his childhood surroundings. After serving more than 16 years in prison, Chris was released in 2012. He recently authored a book, "The Master Plan: My Journey from Life in Prison to a Life of Purpose." He was our guest on Episode 135 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, filmed and recorded at the 40th Annual Miami Book Fair, on November 19, 2023. This can also be viewed on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/aAbejASmiuA You can learn more about Chris Wilson at: https://chriswilson.biz/ Find his new book at: https://amzn.to/46tEzN7 Learn more about the Miami Book Fair at: https://www.miamibookfair.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Brian Merchant is the technology columnist at the Los Angeles Times and author of the new book, "Blood in the Machine: the Origins of the Rebellion against Big Tech." He is also the author of the 2017 book, "The One Device: the Secret History of the iPhone." Brian is a founder of VICE's speculative fiction outlet Terraform, and published a best-of anthology, "Terraform: Watch/Worlds/Burn, with MCD Books, in 2022." He was our guest on Episode 134 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, filmed and recorded at the 40th Annual Miami Book Fair, on November 19, 2023. This can also be viewed on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/7m6mZUb6JUs You can learn more about Brian Merchant at: https://brianmerchant.org Find his new book at: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/brian-merchant/blood-in-the-machine/9780316487740/ Learn more about the Miami Book Fair at: https://www.miamibookfair.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Philip Wilson is the founder and CEO of Ecofiltro, a social enterprise dedicated to providing clean water to the rural poor of Mexico and Central America. He graduated with an MBA from Wharton and a BA from Notre Dame. He has over twenty-five years of experience as an entrepreneur in the United States and Guatemala, and firmly believes that the world's most pressing problems can be solved by applying business practices to social challenges. He is the founder and CEO of SolucionWeb, the leading web and social media services company in Guatemala. Philip is a member of the board of the Guatemalan Center for Corporate Social Responsibility, was named “Social Entrepreneur of the Year for Central America” by the Schwab Foundation in Davos, Switzerland and “One of the 10 most successful Social Entrepreneurs in Latin America” by New Ventures Mexico. To date, over 800,000 families in rural areas have been served by Ecofiltro and the goal is to reach 1 million families by the year 2025. In 2022, Philip founded El Cubo, an entrepreneurial center whose purpose is to help entrepreneurs create and grow companies in Guatemala. He was our guest on Episode 133 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, where we sat down with him at El Cubo in Antigua, Guatemala and toured the EcoFiltro facilities. Some of this can best be seen here on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/XYaiu5H8f44 You can learn more about Ecofiltro at: https://ecofiltro.com.gt/es/quienes-somos You can also follow Philip Wilson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipwilsonarzu/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

James Nuveen is a U.S. citizen who left his job and left the country in 2021. He started his own company and traveled and lived in multiple countries in Latin America. He has lived in Medellin, Colombia for two years and recently purchased a home there. Is this what the American Dream is supposed to look like? To James, it is. He is the happiest he's ever been, the fittest he's ever been, is earning more money than he's ever earned, and more importantly, he says "I'm more free." Now he is on a mission to help others live their own version of the American Dream by avoiding some of the mistakes he has and helping provide a space for adventurers and builders to learn from each other – and create a life worth living. He was our guest on Episode 132 of the Agents of Innovation podcast. This full episode can also be viewed on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/D4QQeWsy4D0 You can learn more about James at https://jamesnuveen.com. You can also follow James Nuveen on his Twitter/X page: https://twitter.com/jamesnuveen Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

James Grant served as the Chief Information Officer for the State of Florida, serving as the agency head of Florida Digital Service from 2020-2023, appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2020. Previously, he served in the Florida Legislature between 2010-2020. He was the co-founder of a health care technology company (CareSync), where he served as Senior Solutions Architect and Strategic Partnerships from 2011-2018. James recently left his role in the state government and founded RedLeif.io, which helps clients stay ahead of the relentless pace of innovation and escalating cyber threats on the digital landscape. You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JjZwasFRlnU Learn more about RedLeif at: https://www.redleif.io/ You can also follow James Grant on his Twitter/X page: https://twitter.com/JamesGrantFL Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Joe Lindsley is the editor-in-chief of Ukrainian Freedom News. Joe is an independent American journalist living and working in Ukraine. We conducted this interview when Joe was based in Lviv, Ukraine on September 10, 2023, Day 565 of Russia's war in Ukraine. Joe is the only journalist who has reported every single weekday live from Ukraine since Russia began its full-scale invasion. You can find his daily reports on Chicago's WGN Radio and across all social media. Formerly the protégé to Fox News chairman Roger Ailes, among other escapades, Joe realized during the pandemic that Ukraine was perhaps the freest country in the world, and he decided to stay until victory. You can also watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8idmXQ8nW10 You can learn more about Joe Lindsley and Ukrainian Freedom News at: https://www.ukrainianfreedomnews.com You can also follow Joe Lindsley on his various social media pages: Twitter: https://twitter.com/JPLindsley YouTube: https://youtu.be/1VC4ITkqK9c?si=aLgtN2J4yP8yOBBf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jplindsley/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys You can also join our network through the Fearless Journeys community at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/

Maria Camila Puliodo is is the founder of Target Translations & Interpretations, a federally certified Women-owned Small Business, and a Florida Minority Business Enterprise. Ms. Pulido is a passionate advocate for language access in the healthcare and legal systems in the United States of America. Ms. Pulido was born in Bogotá, Colombia. She has she attended the Universidad Nacional de Colombia where she studied Physical Therapy. She also holds a Biology degree from UCF. Ms. Pulido is certified by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters as well as the Board of Court Interpreter Certification in Florida. As the Director of Operations for Target Translations & Interpretations, Ms. Pulido has managed interpreters and translators in a myriad of languages for wire-tap transcription and translations, jury trials, depositions, jail interviews and other instances in the legal field. As a team leader, Ms. Pulido has been responsible for the management of simultaneous interpretation teams participating in international conferences in the United States of America. You can watch this podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3BqNYbND4Ag You can learn more about Camila and her company, Target Translations & Interpretations at: https://www.target-translations.com/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Parker Rex is a programmer who has been building businesses and tinkering with computer since he was 13 years old. He was one of the first employees of Delivery Dudes, where he worked for 7 years. He has launched 2 startups and today is working in the AI space, helping to make AI agents accessible. He also builds high-speed websites, helps early stage entrepreneurs start generating their first sales by shipping their first product, and helps college grads learn the tech industry by sharing video content about everything he's learned in the last decade. You can watch this podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ZdLLxZYUv8c You can learn more about Parker Rex at: https://www.parkerrex.com/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Dr. Arthur Keiser is the founder and Chancellor of Keiser University. He founded Kesier University in 1977. Today, he oversees and manages all operations at Keiser's 21 Florida campuses, three international campuses, two in China and the other in Nicaragua, as well as the graduate and online school. Under his leadership, Keiser University, a private not-for-profit university, has become Florida's largest independent university and is regionally accredited as Level VI by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS). U.S. News & World Report named Keiser University as the #1 school in the nation for social mobility. A career college, they help connect industry and education. Dr. Keiser has also been named one of Florida's 500 Living Legends by Florida Trend magazine. You can watch this podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/2ZeeYUxArqQ You can learn more about Keiser University at: https://www.keiseruniversity.edu Learn more about Dr. Arthur Keiser at: https://www.keiseruniversity.edu/arthur-keiser-ph-d Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Enrique Buero is the General Manager at Parque de las Ciencias Free Zone, which is one of 14 free trade zones in the nation of Uruguay. Host Francisco Gonzalez led a Fearless Journeys group trip to Uruguay in March and had the opportunity to bring the group to Parque de las Ciencias. We now bring you their story through this interview with the Enrique Buero, the general manager of the free trade zone that Fearless Journeys visited in Montevideo. Enrique is also a board member and President of the Uruguayan Chamber of Free Trade Zones. You can learn more about Parque de las Ciencias: https://www.zonafrancapdlc.com/ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bWZZEdhW5TM Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Cody Marx Bailey is a co-contributor to Andromeda, the first 100% on-chain operating system for web3. Cody is also the Founder of XRAM Capital, a long-only fundamental crypto asset investment company (dormant). Prior to his involvement in blockchain and crypto assets, he worked as systems engineer, security analyst, and software developer. He had short stints with the NSA, Dell Computer, and Texas A&M University before he began working on his own projects. He helped pioneer the coworking concept in 2006, Hashtags in 2007, the BIL Conference in 2007, the North Texas Blockchain Alliance in 2016, and the ERC721 standard in 2017. He now splits his time between Mexico City and parts unknown. You can learn more about Cody Marx Bailey at: http://codymarxbailey.com You can watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m54D5UAeoZQ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Esther Davy is an entrepreneur, passionate connector, avid skier and hiker, friend, wife and mother to 3 littles. After a successful sales career, she said goodbye to cushy Corporate America and launched Esther Davy Strategies. They help clients build meaningful connections to give them a competitive edge in the marketplace. They develop and coach through human-to-human sales strategies that feel authentic to you and get results. They are not just consultants who offer a little advice and move on, they join you in building your business, working through every challenge and celebrating every victory with you. You can learn more about Esther Davy Strategies at: www.EstherDavy.com You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/bBUtKVMw1gc Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Ben Fossen is the co-founder and chairman of the board of Adoptees with Guatemalan Roots. Founding in 2019, it is a global community of people adopted from Guatemala. Ben is also an investor and has more recently invested in Mil Alas, a Guatemalan cacao liquor company, where he is a minority owner. His new project is to help Guatemalan adoptees invest in Guatemalan companies. You an learn more about Adoptees with Guatemalan Roots at: https://www.guateroots.com You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/ksx-G1dC-jY Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation Learn more about how to join one of Francisco's group trips to Guatemala on the travel page at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Lyne & Uwe are the co-founders of Antigua Cigars, located in Antigua, Guatemala. Uwe is originally from Germany; Lyne is originally from Quebec City, Canada. They met a few decades ago while Uwe was living in Canada. Cigars are part of the story that brought them together. For the past 17 years, they have lived in Antigua, Guatemala, and for almost that entire time they have had a cigar business, including their lounge, Antigua Cigars. You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/1KlQ1IOP39k Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Fernando Pontaza is the co-founder and managing general partner of Invariantes Fund. As Guatemala's first venture capital fund and one of the most active venture capital funds in Latin America, Invariantes focuses on connecting founders and investors with the best opportunities across the Americas. Fernando was born and raised in Guatemala City, is a graduate of the Universidad Francisco Marroquin, and has personally invested in over 75 startups. You an learn more about Invariantes at: https://www.invariantes.com You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/ztfMVp1RsX4 Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Ronak Patel is the founder & CEO of Patel Digital, a nationwide web solutions company specializing in user experience, SEO, e-commerce, and fundraising. He is also the author of "Generation Startup: Become the CEO of Your Life." Ronak is a a first generation American. His parents came to the United States from India. Ronak started a company at 18 years old, during high school, experimenting with different digital services and platforms. He found a niche market within political realm by accident Ronak has also participated in mission trips in Guatemala and Panama and setup clinics to take blood pressure, glucose levels and diagnose hypertension and diabetes, public health education. He has also been part of cancer research at John's Hopkins, an opportunity he discovered through networking. He has also launched his own publishing company, Innovation Publishing, to have control over publishing content and inspiring people. Ronak was recently accepted into medical school in Antigua and will be doing his clinicals in Miami, as part of getting a Master's in public health. You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/BlKBhCR5ld0 You can find out more about Ronak Patel and Patel Digital at: https://www.pateldigital.com/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Erin Collins is the Executive Director of the Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking. The Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking is a non-profit organization created by the Florida Legislature to provide funding, support and assistance to the statewide effort to end human trafficking. Prior to this role, Erin served as the External Affairs Manager for the Agency for State Technology overseeing all legislative affairs and communications efforts. She has previously worked as a consultant with National Strategies, a state and local government consulting firm, assisting clients with business development and procurement-related activities. She also held various positions with Florida TaxWatch, an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit taxpayer research institute and government watchdog; including Director of Membership and External Relations. In 2022, Erin was recognized by the Tallahassee Democrat as one of 25 Women You Need to Know, as an honoree of the University of Florida Alumni Association's 40 Gators Under 40, and as a finalist for the Servant Leadership Award presented by Leadership Tallahassee. You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/_lLUcXekXAM You can find out more about Erin Collins and the Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking at: https://floridaallianceendht.com/ The National Hotline to End Human Trafficking is: (888) 373-7888 or Text BEFREE to: 233733 Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

On Episode 118 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, host Francisco Gonzalez recaps 2022, with quick highlights of the previous 17 episodes released in 2022 and the activities in the Fearless Journeys community, including books and travel. You can watch this full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/f3XGrSEFvO4 You can find out more about Fearless Journeys at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/ Subscribe to the free newsletter at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org/subscribe Check out Fearless Journeys on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearlessjourneysFG/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Matt Stone is 19 years old, skipped college, got married, and performs as an Elvis Tribute Artist. He also does additional work in social media for political and media companies. Born and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida, he now lives in Hobe Sound, Florida. Matt was recently named one of Graceland's Top 10 Elvis Tribute Artists in the World. With his performances dubbed "The Elvis Presley Experience," Matt continues to sell out theaters across the country. You can watch this full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/eF_lJ03STrc You can find out more about Matt Stone at: https://www.mattstoneaselvis.com Find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/realmattstone/ Find him on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/MattStoneAsElvis Find him on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MattStoneAsElvis Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AgentsOfInnovationPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innovationradio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/agentinnovation And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Katie Williams is a 3 Star Director and independent consultant for Tupperware, the built-to-last food storage and innovative kitchen tools that have been enhance cooking and food storage since Earl Tupper developed his first bell-shaped container in 1942 and the brand products were introduced to the public in 1946. Katie is a wife and mother of three. She began her career in the teaching field before moving over to direct sales of children's books and now Tupperware. She is a native of Minnesota and currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida. You can watch this full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Bko2CzeBNMQ You can find out more about Katie Williams at https://www.whereisthelid.com Find her Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/easy.quick.family.recipes Find Agile Brand Labs on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/agilebrandlab Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Carter Fowler is the founder & CEO of Agile Brand Lab, a creative agency that creates inch-perfect website messaging that helps entrepreneurs and businesses to get their audience to say "yes" faster. They help you get the words right. Agile Brand Lab was who Francisco Gonzalez host of the Agents of Innovation podcast turned to when he was starting his brand strategy discovery that ultimately led to the creation of Fearless Journeys. We talk about this and more on Episode 115. This full episode is also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FjfOSogGVks You can find out more about Carter Fowler and Agile Brand Lab at: https://www.agilebrandlab.com Find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cfowlaa/ Find Agile Brand Labs on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/agilebrandlab Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Episode 114 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, hosted by Francisco Gonzalez, features a conversation with Jean-Yves Aubone, founder & CEO of Aubone Tennis. JY was previously on Episode 2 of the Agents of Innovation when we were just getting started in 2015. Since that time, he has had many different experiences, including being on the coaching team for the second-highest ranked American men's tennis player, Reilly Opelka. Recently, JY started his own company, Aubone Tennis, which approaches coaching with innovations that use modern technology to observe match play and focuses on many aspects of a junior player's development, including mindset. Also, JY breaks some news on this episode: he was recently nominated to the Florida State University hall of fame! He is only the third men's tennis player in FSU history to receive that honor. You can watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ncdcQ894ysw You can find out more about JY and his company at: hthttps://www.aubonetennis.com Find him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/aubonetennis/ Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Episode 113 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, hosted by Francisco Gonzalez, features a conversation with Steve Cesari, President & CEO of The Cesari Companies. He is also the author of "Clarity: How to Get It, How to Keep It, How to Use It to Balance Your Life" This full episode is also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fb-_xMWL4AA Find out more about Steve at: https://stevecesari.com Find his book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3nTi3te Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: https://www.fearlessjourneys.org Subscribe to this channel here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Episode 112 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, hosted by Francisco Gonzalez, features a conversation with Bart Herbison, executive director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). This full episode is also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u7Ctlsvc3mY You can find out more about NSAI at: http://www.nashvillesongwriters.com Subscribe to their newsletter at: https://musicrow.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

On Episode 111 of the Agents of Innovation podcast, host Francisco Gonzalez interviews James O'Keefe, founder & CEO of Project Veritas, a non-profit journalism enterprise that investigates and exposes corruption, dishonesty, self-dealing, waste, fraud, and other misconduct in both public and private institutions to achieve a more ethical and transparent society. This interview was filmed in Miami Beach, Florida (recording date: January 30, 2022). You can watch this full episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/LJRGxuqlQOQ Throughout this interview, you will hear elements of the Fearless Journey of James O'Keefe, from his time as a college student, someone who struggled with a establishing his career, his big investigative reports that expose organizations like ACORN, NPR, and many others, as well as the challenges he has faced from critics. James is the author of a new book, "American Muckraker: Rethinking Journalism for the 21st Century." We discuss many elements of this book as well. You can find out more about Project Veritas at: https://www.projectveritas.com/ You can purchase American Muckraker on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3O8bTjR Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys

Episode 110 of the Agents of Innovation podcast takes place at the Universidad Francisco Marroquin, where host Francisco Gonzalez spent time as a visiting professor between March 2021 through February 2022. In this episode, he interviews two recent UFM alums: Juan Luis Lopez, co-founder & CEO of Contract Flows, and Maria Sofia Castillo, co-founder & CEO of Core Code. We filmed this on the Rose Friedman terrace on the UFM campus in Guatemala City. You can watch the full video of this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/kRFQUaEgXAs You can find out more about Contract Flows at: https://contractflows.com You can learn more about Core Code at: http://corecode.io More information about UFM at: https://ufm.edu Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to the Agents of Innovation YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel, which includes videos from Guatemala, at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys Special thanks to Luis David Lopez Cordon of Luisda Films (and a UFM student) for the video production on this interview. You can find his work at: https://www.instagram.com/luisdafilms/

Episode 109 of the Agents of Innovation podcast takes place at the Universidad Francisco Marroquin, where host Francisco Gonzalez spent time as a visiting professor between March 2021 through February 2022. In this episode, he interviews Monica Zelaya, Dean of the Faculty of Economic Sciences at the Universidad Francisco Marroquin; and also Isabel Moino, project director and code signer of the CoLab at UFM. We filmed this on the Rose Friedman terrace on the UFM campus in Guatemala City and you can watch the entire episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/-7P80RoGlIg You can find more about UFM at: https://ufm.edu Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel, which includes videos from Guatemala, at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys Special thanks to Luis David Lopez Cordon of Luisda Films (and a UFM student) for the video production on this interview. You can find his work at: https://www.instagram.com/luisdafilms/

Beto Reyes is the founder and owner of San Patricio Limon coffee, which is in its 25th year and recently achieved 14th place in the Guatemala Cup of Excellence. Mr. Reyes is also in his third term as the mayor of the city of Palencia, Guatemala and has been the head of the conference of mayors for all of Guatemala. We filmed this at their home and headquarters of their coffee finca in Palencia, Guatemala. You can watch this entire episode on YouTube starting on April 27, 2022. You can find more about Beto Reyes on Instagram: www.instagram.com/betoreyesgt Learn about San Patricio Limon on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sanpatricioellimoncoffee Follow them on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/sanpatricioellimoncoffee Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel, which includes videos from Guatemala, at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys Special thanks to Luis David Lopez Cordon of Luisda Films for the video production on this interview. You can find his work at: https://www.instagram.com/luisdafilms/

Carlos Sandoval is the President of Guatemala Prospera, a non-profit, non-partisan and non-religious organization, committed to the objective of strengthening servant leadership and the unity of the sectors of influence to achieve a prosperous country. They work in favor of the transformation of Guatemala, with a focus on the development of values in society. We filmed this at their headquarters in the new Ciudad Cayala in Zone 16 of Guatemala City. You can watch the full interview in video format on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y86_qfRzH5E You can find more about Carlos Sandoval on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cesandovalg Learn about Guatemala Prospera at: https://www.guatemalaprospera.org and follow them on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/guateamala_prospera Thank you to Dan Lesniak for being a sponsor of the Fearless Journeys community! Check out the HyperFast Agent podcast and HyperFast coaching program at: hyperfast-agent.mykajabi.com Follow the Agents of Innovation podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. And, consider connecting with many of our previous (and future!) guests at: fearlessjourneys.org. Subscribe to this channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRFF3p8qmrEG4l4uR1BDZQg You can also subscribe to the Fearless Journeys travel channel, which includes videos from Guatemala, at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwAHpA_AXxBafhI2jH8_rtg You can support this podcast and our Fearless Journeys community on our Patreon account: www.patreon.com/fearlessjourneys Special thanks to Luis David Lopez Cordon of Luisda Films for the video production on this interview. You can find his work at: https://www.instagram.com/luisdafilms/