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Alfonso Peccatiello built a following of 500,000 on LinkedIn by doing something radical – by being a real, authentic human in the fund world.  And that authentic social presence helped him close investment deals for his new hedge fund, Palinuro Capital.  Alfonso's story is proof that it pays to challenge the status quo and to put people (and connections) first – even in a numbers-obsessed industry.  Want the full story? Join Alfonso and Stacy as they discuss: Alfonso's backstory: How a car accident sparked his obsession with creating success on his own terms Why he's never afraid to repel the wrong investor How his willingness to repel, both on social media and in meetings, has helped him attract more of the right investors The lesson he learned as a $20B bond manager that has served him most as an entrepreneur (spoiler alert, it wasn't an investing technique) More About Alfonso PeccatielloAlfonso (Alf) Peccatiello is the CIO of the global macro hedge fund Palinuro Capital. Alf was born in Southern Italy, roughly 1,000 km away from the closest financial center, yet his dream was to run his own hedge fund. To get there, he had an idea: share macro analysis and frameworks with the world through his research firm, The Macro Compass, first, establish relationships, and only after spinning out his macro hedge fund. After scoring the largest asset managers in the world as clients of his research, here we are: his global macro hedge fund, Palinuro Capital, is ready to launch in January 2025. As a proper Southern Italian, Alf stands by three culinary rules: no cappuccino unless it's breakfast, no pineapple on pizza, and never break pasta in pieces!Apply for The StorySales™ Accelerator, an exclusive 6-week program for boutique fund managers who want to craft compelling stories and confidently raise capital | https://www.havenercapital.com/accelerator Want More Help With Storytelling? +  Subscribe to my newsletter to get a weekly email that helps you use your words to power your growth:https://www.stacyhavener.com/subscribe   - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros.Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership - - -Thinking about expanding your investor base beyond the US? Not sure where to start? Take our quick quiz to find out if your firm is ready to go global and get all the info at billiondollarbackstory.com/gemcap- - -Apply for The StorySales™ Accelerator, an exclusive 6-week program for boutique fund managers who want to craft compelling stories and confidently raise capital | https://www.havenercapital.com/accelerator---Running a fund is hard enough.Ops shouldn't be.Meet the team that makes it easier. | billiondollarbackstory.com/ultimus

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GenerativeAIMeetup Mark's Travel Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kumajourney11 Mark's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@markkuczmarski896 Gen AI Meetup: https://genaimeetup.com/ Shashank Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shashu10/  Mark Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markkuczmarski/  Join hosts Shashank and Mark in this electrifying episode of the Gen.ai Meetup Podcast, where they unpack a whirlwind week of AI advancements reshaping the future of technology. From Anthropic's Claude 4.1—a subtle yet powerful upgrade boosting coding prowess and multi-file edits for enterprise dominance—to OpenAI's long-awaited open-source comeback with GPT-OSS models (a beefy 120B parameter beast and a tiny laptop-friendly version rivaling proprietary giants), the duo dives into benchmarks, real-world applications, and how tools like Ollama make deployment a breeze. They explore Gemini's DeepThink, a reasoning powerhouse solving Olympiad-level math puzzles through extended inference, and Google's groundbreaking “world model”—a seamless blend of video generation and game engine tech that lets you control characters in hyper-realistic, physics-aware simulations. Along the way, Shashank and Mark share candid insights on vibe coding pitfalls, side projects built with AI agents, OpenAI's staggering valuations, and the open-source ecosystem's role in driving innovation. Whether you're a developer wrestling with agentic workflows, an enterprise leader eyeing LLM integrations, or an AI enthusiast dreaming of interactive worlds, this episode delivers expert analysis, practical tips, and forward-thinking speculation. Tune in for a fun, far-flung chat (Mark's broadcasting from a Canadian road trip en route to the Arctic!) and discover why AI's evolution is accelerating faster than ever. Drop your questions in the comments—we'll tackle them next time! Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction: Shashank welcomes listeners and introduces Mark, who's road-tripping in Canada to the Arctic Ocean. 00:03:50 - Episode Overview: A quick rundown of the week's major AI announcements. 00:07:44 - Claude 4.1 from Anthropic: Discussing the incremental improvements of Claude Opus 4.1, its coding strengths, and enterprise adoption. 00:16:32 - Claude's Enterprise Impact: Why Claude leads in enterprise LLMs and its role in tools like Cursor for vibe coding. 00:28:38 - Gemini's DeepThink Feature: Deep dive into Gemini's reasoning capabilities for complex math and problem-solving. 00:29:28 - OpenAI's GPT-OSS Release: OpenAI's open-source models (120B and 20B parameters), their performance, and community implications. 00:44:94 - OpenAI's Valuation Debate: Exploring OpenAI's $300B valuation and the strategic benefits of open-source releases. 00:45:18 - Google's World Model Announcement: Exploring the steerable 3D environments blending video generation and game engine tech. 00:50:32 - World Model Applications: Potential uses in robotics, self-driving, and synthetic data generation. 00:54:86 - Coding Agents and Side Projects: Shashank and Mark share experiences with vibe coding and AI-powered side projects. 00:58:74 - Amazon's Spec-Driven Development: Insights on Amazon's Kero tool and the importance of detailed software specifications. 00:58:94 - Ollama and Ollama Turbo: How Ollama simplifies model deployment and the new cloud-based Ollama Turbo service. 01:07:26 - Prompt Engineering Tips: Practical advice on crafting effective prompts and iterating with LLMs for better outputs. 01:11:50 - Closing and Call for Questions: Wrap-up and a call for listener questions in the YouTube comments. Subscribe and leave a comment with your questions for the next episode! #AI #GenAI #Claude4.1 #OpenAI #GPTOSS #GeminiDeepThink #WorldModels #Ollama #CodingAgents #TechPodcast

This episode features a large news slate: Hulu, Disney+ to merge in 2026, OpenAI targets $500B valuation, and Uber approves $20B stock buyback. Roundtable: Retirement Income Sources Webinar https://www.instagram.com/delano.saporu/?hl=en. Connect with me here also: https://newstreetadvisorsgroup.com/social/. Want to support the show? Feel free to do so here! https://anchor.fm/delano-saporu4/support. Thank you for listening.

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Deal-making is heating up.On the show today: Al and Steve sit down with Mike Maddox, CEO and president of the newly expanded $20B-asset Busey Bank, which merged with CrossFirst Bank earlier this year. They dig into scale, succession and strategy.They also discuss what stablecoins mean for banking, Busey's $14B wealth management platform and why Mike thinks that regional banks should act more like professional services firms to serve their markets best.Chapters:[00:00] Welcome & Ozzy-Inspired Kickoff[00:41] Meet Mike Maddox: Regional Banking Veteran[01:12] The State of Bank M&A: Scale and Strategy[04:04] Solving for Succession: Leadership Transition[06:13] Market Expansion: From Midwest Roots to Sunbelt Growth[07:32] Preserving Regional Culture in a Growing Bank[10:58] The $14 Billion Wealth Platform Advantage[14:17] Banking Innovation: Tech, Payments & FirstTech[18:50] Looking Ahead: Post-Merger Integration & Opportunity[19:48] Wrap-Up: Culture, Metrics & Modern Banking VisionSubscribe to the Plugged In podcast here: https://www.crnrstone.com/gritty-insights/podcasts/plugged-in 

In this episode, I sit down with Paul Hutchinson —entrepreneur, investor, undercover operative, and executive producer of Sound of Freedom — to uncover the real stories behind the film and the mindset shift that led him from building a $20B fund to rescuing over 7,000 trafficked children across the globe. This isn't just a conversation about child trafficking. It's about transformation; how the skills of persuasion, tonality, and emotional intelligence can be used not just to sell, but to liberate. Paul reveals how his ability to influence in high-stakes negotiations saved lives and how changing the man in the mirror is what really changes the world. If you're a sales professional, entrepreneur, or leader who wants to do more with your influence than just close deals, this episode will challenge and inspire you on a whole new level.   Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (03:14) Why a Billionaire Risks His Life to Save Kids (08:25) The Real Story Behind Sound of Freedom (14:31) The Shocking Truth About Human Traffickers (19:19) How Persuasion Saved Dozens of Lives (26:05) The Negotiation That Led to 124 Children Being Rescued (33:08) The Sound of Freedom: What Paul Heard That Changed Everything (37:19) From Ego to Healing: The Inner Work Behind the Mission (42:18) Plant Medicine, God, and Rebuilding the Man in the Mirror (47:48) The Power of Influence: Persuasion Beyond Sales (51:02) Transparency, Trust, and What Most Salespeople Get Wrong (54:05) Where to Find the Book and Support the Mission   Get The Sound of Freedom Book: ⁠https://soundoffreedombook.com⁠ Connect With Paul Hutchinson Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/liberating.humanity⁠ YouTube: ⁨⁠https://youtube.com/@Liberatinghumanity⁩ ⁠  

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Let's take a look at Canada's evolving trade relationship with China, as rising US tariffs force a rethink of our economic dependencies. With Donald Trump ramping up tariff threats and Prime Minister Mark Carney pushing back, the Canadian government is making a calculated pivot toward China—now the top buyer of Canadian crude oil via the Trans Mountain pipeline. In Episode 190, we'll discuss how Canada's renewed focus on China–Canada trade includes efforts to eliminate tariffs on key exports like canola and seafood, and how trade diversification is becoming central to Carney's economic vision. But this isn't blind optimism—Carney is clear that engagement with China must be deliberate and strategic, not naive.Don't forget to like, follow and subscribe across our channels! Thank you.This episode was recorded on: August 1, 2025Become a YouTube channel member or paid SubStack subscriber to hear Bill's stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, MORAL OF THE STORY: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisisbillkelly.bsky.socialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisbillkelly/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebillkellypodcastFacebook: https://facebook.com/TheBillKellyPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillkelly/*Comment ‘likes' on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!CHAPTERS00:00 Economic Relations with China: A New Perspective02:53 Canada's Oil Trade and Economic Diversification05:48 Navigating Trade Challenges and Opportunities09:00 Future Prospects: Expanding Trade PartnershipsFURTHER READINGChina's record purchases of Canadian crude could be a harbinger of more deals to comehttps://www.ctvnews.ca/world/trumps-tariffs/article/eric-ham-chinas-record-purchases-of-canadian-crude-could-be-a-harbinger-of-more-deals-to-come/Premiers call for improved relationship with China during trade war with the U.S.https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/trade-trump-and-china-dominate-final-day-of-premiers-gathering/U.S., EU agree to framework for trade deal that puts 15% tariff on European goodshttps://www.cbc.ca/news/world/us-eu-trade-deal-tariff-1.7595078China-Canada Relations: High Tariffs and Low Trusthttps://opencanada.org/china-canada-relations-high-tariffs-and-low-trust/South Korea pitches Canada on $20B-plus plan for subs, armoured vehicleshttps://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/south-korea-canada-submarines-artillery-defence-1.7523180With US trade war, China now top buyer for Canadian crude on Trans Mountain pipelinehttps://www.reuters.com/business/energy/with-us-trade-war-china-now-top-buyer-canadian-crude-trans-mountain-pipeline-2025-05-16/?utm_source=chatgpt.comHASHTAGS#News#Politics#BreakingNews#PoliticalNews#PoliticalCommentary#NewsToday#NewsUpdates#NewsCommentary#PoliticalCommentary#CanadaNews#TodayNews#Tariffs#TrumpTariffs This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

 DownloadWelcome to LOTC Presents DD 67 episode 438. This week the show starts with Ian Irza and GregaMortis finishing their review of Vinegar Syndromes volume 3 Crazy Desires Of A Murderer as well as The Perfume Of The Lady In Black. We hope you enjoy our discussion on this one, you can also check out Ian and Greg on YouTube for the video version of this review. Click the YouTube link below under Greg's links. Lastly the Twisted Temptress and GregaMortis are interviewing author and filmmaker Brian Luciano Barsuglia about his newest novel, Seven Rivers The Darkness. We want to thank Brina for being on the show. We hope each and every one will purchase this book today. Links below for ordering.  Thank You for checking this episode out.Sit back and grab those favorite snacks and beverages as you journey with us through the Land Of The Creeps!!HELP KEEP HORROR ALIVE!!MOVIE REVIEWS1974 THE PERFUME OF THE LADY IN BLACKIAN : 10GREG : 91977 CRAZY DESIRES OF A MURDERERIAN : 6GREG : 6.5BRIAN LUCIANO BARSUGLIA LINKSBOOK WEBSITEAMAZON LINK FOR BOOKLINKS FOR DOUBLE DOUBLEGregaMortisFacebookTwitterLand Of The Creeps Group PageLand Of The Creeps Fan PageJay Of  The Dead's New Horror Movie PodcastYoutubeInstagramEmailLetterboxdTwisted Temptress LinkLetterboxdIAN IRZA LINKSBLOG SITEFACEBOOKTWITTERINSTAGRAMLETTERBOXDLOTC Hotline Number1-804-569-56821-804-569-LOTCLOTC Intro is provided by Andy Ussery, Below are links to his social mediaEmail:FacebookTwitterLespecial FacebookLespecial Website

How strong is your dividend growth portfolio? Send it to us for a free evaluation at dcm.team@growmydollar.com. Plus, join our market newsletter for more on dividend growth investing. In what may be the largest M&A deal of 2025 so far, Union Pacific ($UNP) has made a formal bid to merge with Norfolk Southern ($NSC). The proposed merger not only furthers the consolidation of the quasi-monopolistic railroad industry but also raises important questions about what it means for investors. Given the time we've spent highlighting Union Pacific as a model of dividend growth, we believe this surprise announcement warrants an early-stage analysis. In this Express Mail episode, Greg covers:[01:12] Merger Details Union Pacific makes a surprise $20B bid for Norfolk Southern—despite their past capital discipline.[03:54] Financial Analysis: Debt, EBIT, and Credit Ratings How the merger affects profitability, interest coverage, and debt loads.[10:29] Lessons from Canadian Pacific's Kansas City Merger A similar deal that didn't go quite as planned—and what it might signal for UNP.[15:36] Dividend Outlook: What Now? We break down whether the combined railroad can still deliver 7% dividend growth.[17:59] Final Thoughts Is Union Pacific now a total return story, not a dividend growth story? Why we're holding through the uncertainty.  

Mandy Dhaliwal, CMO at Nutanix, shares her journey transforming a technical infrastructure company into a leader in hybrid multi-cloud solutions, driving market value from $5 billion to $20 billion through strategic marketing and positioning.• Simplifying complex technology messaging from "hybrid multi-cloud" to the customer-friendly "run anything anywhere"• Implementing agentic AI on the Nutanix website to provide 24/7 global customer support and real-time market feedback• Building credible brand identity by standing out with bold visual choices while focusing on substance and customer value• Aligning marketing with broader business objectives through cross-functional collaboration and shared revenue goals• Empowering internal technical experts and executives as marketing channels and amplifying authentic customer stories• Balancing work and family by taking five years off to raise her son while maintaining career momentum• Moving from imposter syndrome to "empowerment syndrome" by educating stakeholders about marketing's strategic valueEver wonder how a tech company transforms from a $5 billion infrastructure provider to a $20 billion cloud leader? The secret might just be in its marketing strategy.Mandy Dhaliwal, CMO at Nutanix, pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey reshaping how enterprises approach hybrid multi-cloud solutions and AI deployment. With 25 years of technology marketing experience and a Level Two sommelier certification, Mandy brings unique perspective to brand transformation and customer engagement."When I arrived, everyone talked about hybrid multi-cloud, but I said 'I don't know a single CIO who wakes up wanting to buy that,'" Mandy reveals. Instead, she championed clear, customer-centric messaging: "One platform to run apps and data anywhere." This fundamental shift from technical jargon to value-driven communication helped quadruple Nutanix's market value.She shares candidly about elevating authentic customer voices, breaking through the "sea of sameness" with bold branding decisions, and building cross-functional alignment between marketing, sales, and product teams.Beyond marketing strategy, Mandy offers refreshing insights on work-life integration, including her decision to take five years off to raise her son without missing a career beat. Check out Nyla, the AI agent at nutanix.com, and see how they're making AI deployment simpler for enterprises with our "run anything anywhere" platform.Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/Mandy Dhaliwal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/1mandydhaliwal/As the Chief Marketing Officer for Nutanix, she leads the global marketing strategy.  She's been a key leader in Nutanix's remarkable progress, quintupling its market value from roughly $5B to $20B, proving that marketing, branding, positioning has a hand in driving valuation.Before joining Nutanix, Dhaliwal held the CMO position at Boomi and Fugue, and she has also been a senior marketing leader at BlazeMeter, SOASTA, EMC, and Legato Systems.She attended Simon Fraser University for undergrad and holds an MBA in Technology Management from Pepperdine University and notably, a level two certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers.Website: https://www.position2.com/podcast/Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/Sandeep Parikh: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@position2.com

S&P Futures are displaying gains this morning with earnings and economic data being the key themes for today. On the economic front, the first reading of U.S. Q2 GDP will be released this morning and is expected to display growth. In the afternoon, the Fed will release a monetary policy statement. Fed Chairman Powell will likely display a dovish tone in his press conference. The U.S. and China concluded their recent two-day trade talks in Stockholm without reaching a definitive agreement to extend the tariff truce currently set to expire on August 12, 2025. Both sides described the meetings as "constructive,".  The responsibility now lies with President Trump to decide whether to approve an extension of the tariff pause. PANW is said to be close to acquiring CYBR in a $20B deal. Figma (FIG) IPO is said to be 40x oversubscribed. On the earnings front, QRVO, HUM, STNG, SBUXVRT & GEHC are higher after announcements. MSFT, META, QCOM, ARM, LRCX & HOOD are all releasing earnings after the bell today.

5 to 9 Things You Don't Know About 529 Plans with Chris Stack Hosts Brad Wright and Kevin Williams are joined by attorney and consultant, Chris Stack. -Chris is managing consultant, Savingforcollege.com, is a nationally recognized 529 authority and experienced in educational finance. An attorney for over 30 years, licensed in New York & Pennsylvania, Chris has experience in finance, investments and law relating to tax advantaged products, including Section 529, since it became federal law in 1996. - He has been credited for actively and successfully initiating, advocating and assisting in the 2022 federal tax law changes allowing for “leftover” 529 funds to be transferred to a Roth IRA. He's also assisted several states and plan managers implementing their 529 investment plans that now service over $20B in assets. -Currently, Chris advises and consults with sponsoring state agencies, program managers and investment companies, and presents nationally to financial advisors, accountants, and attorneys on 529 plans. They discuss: -The effects of the Big Beautiful Bill on 529 plans -How to choose the right 529 plan -Rules around converting leftover 529 funds to a Roth IRA -Why 529 accounts should be considered as part of any estate plan For more on Saving For College: Savingforcollege.com To contact Chris: cstack@savingforcollege.com

171,000 Bitcoin... gone. A bombshell FOIA request reveals the U.S. Marshals only hold 28,988 BTC—raising serious questions: where's the rest? No audit. No transparency. That's over $20B missing as America debates a strategic Bitcoin reserve. At the same time, Congress pushes back on CBDCs, Vanguard's hand is forced into BTC exposure, and MicroStrategy inches toward the S&P 500. This isn't just a bull market—it's the unraveling of the old system. Bitcoin is the signal.SPONSORS

Découvrez ma formation en ligne sur les fondamentaux de l'accueil !1️⃣ Présentation de l'invité :Il dirige le Rosewood Sāo Paulo, au Brésil. Un projet ambitieux et avec de grandes ambitions écologiques au sein d'une gigantesque mégalopole tropicale. Bonjour, Edouard Grosmangin.2️⃣ Notes et références :L'hôtel Rosewood São PauloAlexandre Allard - Entrepreneur françaisJean Nouvel - Architecte françaisPhilippe Starck - Architecte françaisRudy Ricciotti - Architecte françaisL'épisode du Podcast avec Laurent TaïebL'épisode du Podcast avec Rejane NarbonnetLe livre Rouge Brésil - Jean-Christophe Rufin3️⃣ Pour contacter l'invité :Par téléphone

Notas del Show: En este episodio cubrimos los eventos más relevantes antes de la apertura del mercado: • Wall Street cae por nuevo arancel a Canadá: Futuros en rojo: $SPX -0.5 %, $US100 -0.5 % y $INDU -0.5 % tras el anuncio de Trump de un arancel del 35 % a Canadá desde el 1 de agosto. Preocupa el impacto en alimentos y combustible. El Tesoro publica hoy su balance de junio (déficit estimado: $50.5B). • Bitcoin marca nuevo máximo histórico: $BTC supera los $118K impulsado por compras institucionales, apoyo regulatorio y un futuro ETF cripto de Trump Media. Suben $MSTR, $COIN y $BITF. Ether se mantiene cerca de los $3K. • Google ofrece descuentos en cloud al gobierno: $GOOG rebaja precios en contratos cloud para agencias federales, siguiendo el camino de $ORCL. AWS y Azure negocian medidas similares. El gasto cloud federal supera los $20B anuales. • Tesla solicita operar robotaxis en Phoenix: $TSLA busca permisos para operar servicios con y sin conductor. También planea expansión a San Francisco. Waymo ($GOOGL) ya opera en múltiples ciudades. El servicio de Austin aún está en piloto supervisado. • T-Mobile completa compra de UScellular: El DOJ aprueba la adquisición de $TMUS sobre $USM (clientes, tiendas y espectro). La operación aumenta la concentración en el mercado móvil (>80 % controlado por $VZ, $T y $TMUS). Una jornada con foco en activos digitales, fusiones y nuevos movimientos regulatorios. ¡No te lo pierdas!

In this week's episode of "Maximize Business Value," Dave Casey meets with Terry Chevalier to discuss succession planning and leadership. Terry Chevalier is a certified Mastery Partner and the Founder and managing director of Sunstone Associates. To learn more about Terry, visit his LinkedIn and check out the masterypartners.com website. Tune in weekly to hear more from Mastery Partners and to receive relevant key content on your journey to maximizing your business value!#maximizebusinessvalue #maximizebusinessvalue #MBVPodcast #PodcastForEntrepreneurs #SuccessionPlanning #MasteryPartners #ExitStrategyLearn More about Dave CaseyDave Casey is a partner at Mastery Partners. he works with owners to maximize the value locked up in their businesses. Using his background and experience, he utilizes the four-part process Mastery has perfected to analyze, assess, map out, and execute plans to ensure the business owner realizes the very top valuation for their enterprise. Casey is an engaged business leader with an eye for business transformation, particularly in the verticals of technology, cybersecurity, and IT managed services.  Dave previously founded and grew an IT managed services company, brought it through a successful exit, and today helps companies develop long-range plans for sound security and operational processes.Dave serves on the board of Business Navigators, a business servant leadership non-profit in the DFW area. He is also a founder and board member of Biz Owners Ed, a 501 (c)(3) organization enabling serious entrepreneurs to dramatically scale and improve their businesses.Learn More about Terry ChevalierTerry Chevalier, owner and Managing Director of Sunstone Associates, offers over 25 years of executive experience, guiding companies through vast opportunities and challenges. Previously, he played pivotal roles at both mid-market and Fortune 50 firms, including $20B in asset acquisitions. Additionally, Terry boasts a management consulting background with Bain & Company, a decade in the U.S. Intelligence Community, and holds degrees from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and Duke University.Mastery Partners Elevating Businesses to Achieve The Business Owner's Dream Exit The unfortunate reality is that for every business that comes on the market (for whatever reason), only 17% of them achieve a successful exit. You read that right. 83% of attempted business transitions never reach the closing table. Mastery Partners is on a mission to change that. We ELEVATE businesses to achieve maximum value and reach that dream exit. Our objectives are simple - understand where the business is today, identify opportunities for dramatic improvement, and offer solutions to enhance the business, making it more marketable and valuable. And that all starts with understanding the business owner's definition of his or her dream exit. Mastery has developed a 4-Step Process to help business owners achieve their dreams. STEP 1: Transition Readiness Assessment STEP 2: Roadmap for Value Acceleration STEP 3: Relentless Execution STEP 4: Decision: Now that desired results are achieved, the business is ready for the next step in the journey! CONNECT WITH MASTERY PARTNERS TO LEARN MORELinkedInWebsite© 2025 Mastery Partners, LLC.

Welcome back to another episode of the EUVC Podcast, your trusted inside track on the people, deals, and dynamics shaping European venture.This week, Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen of SuperSeed and Lomax from Outsized Ventures, gather to unpack the macro forces and micro signals shaping European tech and venture.They sit down to break down the two sides of the IPO market: the soaring optimism behind Figma's public debut — and the deep freeze that's hit London listings harder than at any time since before the dot-com crash.They also unpack what Figma's $730M paper loss means, how vertical AI is the next generation of SaaS, and what the UK must fix to stand a chance in the global listings race.If you're investing, building, or just trying to make sense of the markets this summer — this one's for you.Here's what's covered02:30 | AI infra's moment & CoreWeave hypeWhy infra plays like CoreWeave and Circle have the market buzzing — but vertical AI is where the next SaaS returns lie.04:50 | Figma's $730M paper loss explainedMad breaks down the headline figure, the failed Adobe deal, the FTC veto, and why this IPO is about fundamentals — not hype.08:20 | Tender offer drama & employee moraleHow Figma's $20B exit fizzled — and the May 2024 tender to keep teams motivated ahead of listing.12:00 | Figma as a bellwether for design & vertical AIWhy product-led SaaS is shifting toward deep vertical AI workflows — and what that means for investors.15:45 | London: the slowest IPO H1 in nearly 30 yearsCounter to the US's $9B+ haul in 12 deals, London managed just $160M across five listings. A brutal gap.18:10 | Worse than dot-com. Worse than ‘08.Dan & Mad put the numbers in perspective: this is the weakest stretch since before many listeners were born.26:15 | Dual-class shares & free float: too little too late?Why tweaking share classes & float minimums is more copy-paste than innovation — and not the real fix.35:20 | The ESG paradox & listing tensionWhere does London's ESG edge help — and where does it push big companies abroad?40:15 | US vs UK capital markets: talent, trust & scaleWhy founders and funds still flock to New York — and the structural advantages London must address.44:30 | Can London fight back?What would it actually take to make London relevant again for growth listings? Dan's realist take.50:00 | Lessons from Figma for foundersWhy strong fundamentals still matter — and how the tender saga shows the cost of employee trust.55:00 | The vertical AI playbook: Europe's edge?Where Europe's sector expertise might win if it can get capital markets working again.

Découvrez ma formation en ligne sur les fondamentaux de l'accueil !1️⃣ Présentation de l'invitée :Elle vient de remporter la 14ème édition du trophée du meilleur jeune concierge Clefs D'Or de France.Elle est la première femme à se distinguer dans cette épreuve depuis 11 ans.Je suis ravi de faire sa connaissance, bonjour Marie-France Grégoire2️⃣ Notes et références :La Réserve Hotel & SPA ParisAssociation les Clefs d'Or FranceF.P.E à Toulouse - Formation Professionnelle Etablissement ConciergeICI à Paris - Institut de Conciergerie InternationalThierry Marx - Chef multi-étoiléL'épisode du Podcast avec Olivier CambournacLe livre : Devenir - Michelle Obama3️⃣ Pour contacter l'invitée :InstagramLinkedIn4️⃣ Le partenaire de l'épisode :LoungeUpcontact@loungeup.com+33 (0)1 84 16 82 20Bénéficiez de -10% sur la première année d'abonnement(réservé aux nouveaux clients, pour tout abonnement débutant avant le 30/06/2023)Si cet épisode vous a passionné, rejoignez-moi sur :L'Hebdo d'Hospitality Insiders, pour ne rien raterL'Académie Hospitality Insiders, pour vous former aux fondamentaux de l'accueilLinkedin, pour poursuivre la discussionInstagram, pour découvrir les coulissesLa bibliothèque des invités du podcastMerci de votre fidélité et à bientôt !Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Découvrez ma formation en ligne sur les fondamentaux de l'accueil !1️⃣ Présentation de l'invitée :De la politique à la création d'entreprise, mon invité à un parcours hétéroclite. Mais en réalisant cette mini-chronique, je me suis fait la réflexion qu'elle était définitivement engagée. Je suis ravi de l'accueillir pour en savoir plus, bonjour Valérie Hoffenberg.2️⃣ Notes et références :Connecting Leaders ClubThink Tank Food and PlanetLabel SHe Travel ClubLaetitia Elmaleh - Directrice de l'hôtel Kimpton St HonoréSimone Veil - Femme politiqueSébastien Bazin - PDG d'AccorMaud Bailly - CEO Sofitel MGallery & EmblemsLe livre : La promesse de l'aube - Romain Gary3️⃣ Pour contacter l'invitée :LinkedInEmail : valerie@shetravelclub.com4️⃣ Le partenaire de l'épisode :LoungeUpcontact@loungeup.com+33 (0)1 84 16 82 20Bénéficiez de -10% sur la première année d'abonnement(réservé aux nouveaux clients, pour tout abonnement débutant avant le 30/06/2023)Si cet épisode vous a passionné, rejoignez-moi sur :L'Hebdo d'Hospitality Insiders, pour ne rien raterL'Académie Hospitality Insiders, pour vous former aux fondamentaux de l'accueilLinkedin, pour poursuivre la discussionInstagram, pour découvrir les coulissesLa bibliothèque des invités du podcastMerci de votre fidélité et à bientôt !Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Are the dynamics of the hyperscale cloud providers changing? Will the leaders of the last decade continue for the next 3-5 years, or the next decade? Let's explore how the market is now rapidly changing.SHOW: 934SHOW TRANSCRIPT: The Cloudcast #934 TranscriptSHOW VIDEO: https://youtube.com/@TheCloudcastNET CLOUD NEWS OF THE WEEK: http://bit.ly/cloudcast-cnotwCHECK OUT OUR NEW PODCAST: "CLOUDCAST BASICS"SHOW SPONSORS:[US CLOUD] Cut Enterprise IT Support Costs by 30-50% with US Cloud[VASION] Vasion Print eliminates the need for print servers by enabling secure, cloud-based printing from any device, anywhere. Get a custom demo to see the difference for yourself.SHOW NOTES:Andy Jassy (Amazon CEO) - Thoughts on Generative AI AWS quarterly revenue growth OpenAI struggling to meet deadline for $20B investment (including Microsoft)Inside Microsoft's complex relationship with OpenAIGoogle Cloud quarterly revenuesBG2 PodcastEast Meets West 2025 (keynote presentation)TECHNOLOGY WAVES CHANGE MARKET DYNAMICS; INCUMBENTS DON'T ALWAYS LEADRevenues: AWS ($62B, 2021), Azure ($60B, 2021), GCP ($19B, 2021) Revenues (run rate): AWS ($130B, 2025), Azure ($108B, 2025), GCP ($50B, 2025) AWS is on 3rd CEO since pandemic; market questioning their AI strategyAzure + OpenAI alignment strategy went from strategic to questionedGoogle start-stop AI strategy, but coming together; but company breakup loomingApple AI strategy seems completely unknown (Siri,Apple Intelligence, devices, models?)Oracle seems to be rebounding around Oracle Cloud InfrastructureNew hypercloud AI providers emerging? The Amazon/AWS 20%FEEDBACK?Email: show at the cloudcast dot netTwitter/X: @cloudcastpodBlueSky: @cloudcastpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @cloudcastpodTikTok: @cloudcastpod

John Hryhorchuk of Texas 2036 returns to unpack the biggest wins of the 89th Texas Legislature—from the groundbreaking $20B water investment to a sweeping school finance bill that redefines public education. In this deep dive, we explore how pragmatic, long-term planning is shaping Texas's future in water, housing, and workforce readiness. What passed, what didn't, and what it all means for Texans today and tomorrow.

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American Bitcoin may purchase $320 million of Antminers to expand its fleet, and hedge funds are dumping bitcoin ETFs.FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Will, Colin, Matt, and Nick discuss Bitcoin mining's summer slowdown, American Bitcoin's massive 25 EH/s anticipated ramp up, a big week for public miner fundraising, Amazon's $20B Pennsylvania data center investment, institutional ETF flows showing hedge fund exits, and the controversial filter wars dividing Bitcoin's community.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Hash rate trading 820-930 EH range lately• American Bitcoin raising for $320M U3S21EXPH buy• IREN upsizes convertible note to $500M • Amazon investing $20B in Pennsylvania• Hedge fund ETT holdings dropped from 122K to 83K BTC in Q100:00 Start01:12 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:37 American Bitcoin $320M U3S21 Cost13:40 Fundraising season23:07 Hedge funds ditched BTC ETFs in Q132:08 Amazon going balls deep in PA37:41 Cry Corner - The Filter Boys Mount UP!

FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HERE Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Will, Colin, Matt, and Nick discuss Bitcoin mining's summer slowdown, American Bitcoin's massive 25 EH/s anticipated ramp up, a big week for public miner fundraising, Amazon's $20B Pennsylvania data center investment, institutional ETF flows showing hedge fund exits, and the controversial filter wars dividing Bitcoin's community. Subscribe to our newsletter!  **Notes:** • Hash rate trading 820-930 EH range lately • American Bitcoin raising for $320M U3S21EXPH buy • IREN upsizes convertible note to $500M  • Amazon investing $20B in Pennsylvania • Hedge fund ETT holdings dropped from 122K to 83K BTC in Q1 00:00 Start 01:12 Difficulty Report by Luxor 06:37 American Bitcoin $320M U3S21 Cost 13:40 Fundraising season 23:07 Hedge funds ditched BTC ETFs in Q1 32:08 Amazon going balls deep in PA 37:41 Cry Corner - The Filter Boys Mount UP!

CBS considers airing PSAs to settle Trump lawsuit, RFK Jr. offers to rescue bird flu-infected ostriches, HHS cuts Moderna's vaccine funding, and AI threatens half of all entry-level white-collar jobs. NewsTrump legal team, Paramount mull proposal for CBS to run PSAs for causes favored by prez to break quagmire over $20B lawsuit: sourcesBehind the Curtain: A white-collar bloodbathHHS cancels funding for Moderna to develop vaccines to combat bird fluRFK Jr offers to save Canadian ostriches with suspected bird flu and move them to US Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram.

We sit down with Steve Ballmer, the legendary former Microsoft CEO and owner of the LA Clippers, for an epic conversation covering his 34 years at Microsoft. Steve listened to our Microsoft episodes and had some thoughts to share — and boy, did he deliver. Steve takes us point-by-point through the original IBM DOS deal that started everything, how he built Microsoft's enterprise business from scratch, and offers his candid reflections on missing mobile and search. We also cover the story behind “developers, developers, developers”, the complexities of his relationship with Bill Gates (including a year where they didn't speak), and why he ultimately decided to step down as CEO. Plus, we learn why Steve has held onto his Microsoft stock through it all — giving him arguably the best investment track record in the world over the last 10 years with his net worth growing from $20B to $130B since leaving. And of course, we couldn't resist also talking about his other passion: the Clippers and Intuit Dome. Hit play and get ready to experience the patented Steve Ballmer energy and fun on full display!Sponsors:Many thanks to our fantastic Summer ‘25 Season partners:J.P. Morgan PaymentsStatsigVercelAnthropicLinks:Join us July 15 at Radio City!More Acquired:Get email updates with hints on next episode and follow-ups from recent episodesJoin the SlackSubscribe to ACQ2Check out the latest swag in the ACQ Merch Store!‍Note: Acquired hosts and guests may hold assets discussed in this episode. This podcast is not investment advice, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any financial transactions.

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If you tuned in hoping for crisp conclusions on fund performance, you may have left empty-handed.But if what you came for was a razor-sharp, high-stakes debate on the mechanics of venture economics—then this was your moment. Fourteen minutes of fierce dialogue at the EUVC Summit, and not a second wasted.Here's how it went:“If you're drawing any conclusions from those data sets... be my friend. But we won't do that.”Why? Because the data is still messy. Still underpowered. And when you're modeling venture returns—especially for emerging managers—it's more art than science.But oh, did we try.This fast-paced exchange brought clarity (and fire) to a few of venture's most misunderstood dynamics:Why the $20B outcome is the new benchmark for greatnessHow fund size maps to percentile outcomesThe hard math behind Seed-to-Series A attritionWhy early-stage investing remains low-probability but high-upsideAnd the eternal debate: do emerging managers truly outperform, or just dominate a distorted sample?"If you're really needing data to prove that model—it does not exist.”We'll get back to that.

Dick's Sporting Goods drops a retail bombshell with the massive Foot Locker acquisition. Our expert panel dissects every angle of this game-changing deal that has Wall Street buzzing. Key Moments: 0:00-0:50 - Deal announcement: $2.4B acquisition details and market reaction 0:51-2:40 - Michael's initial hatred: "Foot Locker has issues" and Nike dependency risks 2:41-4:30 - Michael's flip: Why Dick's $20B size makes this acquisition logical 4:31-5:40 - Chris Walton's "hot take": The shutdown strategy that could work 5:41-7:15 - The Nike power dynamic: Who controls whom in this new relationship? 7:16-8:30 - JD Sports threat and competitive landscape shifts 8:31-9:10 - Mall vs standalone retail: Different customer experiences matter 9:11-11:30 - Chris Disa's strategic analysis: International expansion and operational synergies The debate reveals whether this creates retail powerhouse or dangerous concentration risk. This week's episode was brought to you with the help and support of the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand. #DicksSportingGoods #footlocker #nikesneakers #retailstrategy #sportinggoods #SneakerMarket #retailnews #jdsports #retailstrategy #omnichannelretail #retail For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/Qx2hUtMWmTY

Media Shakeup at CBS: CBS News President Wendy McMahon resigned amid internal turmoil and legal issues, including a $20B lawsuit from Trump over manipulated interviews. Dan Bongino and Kash Patel Controversy: Both downplayed conspiracy concerns about Jeffrey Epstein's death and assassination plots against Trump, sparking backlash among conservative listeners. Tom Borelli on the “Newsmax Hotline”: Borelli joined to criticize Comey, defend skepticism of the Epstein case, and echo calls for accountability in alleged federal misconduct and surveillance failures. Today's podcast is sponsored by : BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! SECURE MY RETIREMENT : Be safe, smart, and secure at http://SecureMyRetirement.com   To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (www.patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of What's On Your Mind? packs in a powerful blend of breaking news, local pride, political heat, and personal health revelations. Kevin Flynn and Jay Thomas fill in for Scott Hennen with updates from DC and beyond — including bombshell resignations at CBS, Trump's border policies, and the statue unveiling honoring veterans in West Fargo. A raw, heartfelt conversation around President Biden's alleged cancer diagnosis sparks listeners to call in with their own stories. Plus: local events, upcoming summer concerts, and Fargo weather drama. It's a rollercoaster of laughs, truth bombs, and community energy.

Jeff Pierce joins Next Gen Investing to highlight Supermicro (SMCI) as shares pop higher on news of its $20B partnership with Saudi Arabia's Datavolt. Shares of SMCI have fallen nearly 50% from year-ago levels, but this week have turned positive year-to-date in 2025. Jeff explains the uncertainty surrounding the company's audit & accounting practices, but also points to potential tailwinds with the current tech sector surge.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

En este episodio cubrimos los eventos más importantes tras la apertura del mercado: • Wall Street extiende ganancias por inflación suave: Futuros al alza: $SPX +0.2%, $US100 +0.4%, $INDU +0.1%. El IPC subió solo +0.2% mensual en abril, por debajo del +0.3% esperado. La inflación anual se ubicó en +2.3%, y la subyacente en +2.8%. UBS y Deutsche Bank advierten que el impacto de los aranceles podría sentirse a partir de junio. • Arabia Saudita acelera acuerdos de IA: Wedbush estima que los pactos entre firmas como $NVDA, $AMZN, $AMD y $CSCO con Riad podrían sumar $1T al mercado global de IA en la próxima década. El acceso saudí a chips avanzados contrasta con las restricciones a China. Se anticipan movimientos de $PLTR y $TSLA en la región. • Super Micro cierra megaacuerdo con Arabia Saudita: $SMCI subió 10% premarket tras firmar un pacto de $20B con DataVolt para plataformas GPU y racks de IA en EE.UU. y Medio Oriente. El anuncio se suma a proyectos tecnológicos conjuntos por $80B donde también participan $GOOGL, $ORCL, $CRM y $UBER. • Tesla reactiva producción tras tregua comercial: $TSLA reanuda importaciones de piezas desde China para el Cybercab y el Semi, tras la reducción temporal de aranceles. Iniciará producción piloto en octubre con planes de fabricación masiva en 2026. Morgan Stanley ve a $TSLA como un puente estratégico entre EE.UU. y China. Un episodio clave para entender cómo la tregua comercial y el boom en IA están redefiniendo el mercado. ¡No te lo pierdas!

En este episodio exploramos cómo los grandes fondos de inversión de $20 mil millones están cambiando las reglas del juego en los mercados globales y qué significa la salida de Warren Buffett para el futuro de las inversiones. Analizamos el impacto del retiro de Buffett y cómo esto reconfigura el panorama para los nuevos jugadores y estrategias de capital. Nos adentramos en el mundo de las compañías de inteligencia artificial, destacando los movimientos de Luzia y Zapia, dos startups que captaron la atención de los inversores con rondas millonarias. Además, revisamos el caso de Kavak, que levanta $127 millones en una ronda down round y reduce su valuación a $2.2 mil millones, un reflejo de las nuevas dinámicas del venture capital en 2025. También desglosamos las matemáticas detrás de los fondos de inversión y los métodos de reporting que los founders deben dominar para atraer capital. Cerramos con estrategias clave para comunicar efectivamente una ronda de inversión a los medios y cómo preparar el discurso perfecto para captar la atención de los VCs en un entorno cada vez más competitivo.

Alan's Soaps https://www.AlansArtisanSoaps.comUse coupon code TODD to save an additional 10% off the bundle price.Bioptimizers https://Bioptimizers.com/toddEnter promo code TODD to get 10% off your order of MassZymes today.Bizable https://GoBizable.comUntie your business exposure from your personal exposure with BiZABLE.  Schedule your FREE consultation at GoBizAble.com today.  Bonefrog https://BonefrogCoffee.com/toddThe new GOLDEN AGE is here!  Use code TODD at checkout to receive 10% off your first purchase and 15% on subscriptions.Bulwark Capital Bulwark Capital Management (bulwarkcapitalmgmt.com)Do you know how tariffs can affect your retirement?  Join Zach Abraham's FREE Webinar “Tariff Edition” Thursday May 22 at 3:30 Pacific. Sign up at KnowYourRiskRadio.com today.Renue Healthcare https://Renue.Healthcare/ToddYour journey to a better life starts at Renue Healthcare. Visit https://Renue.Healthcare/ToddListen and Watch on:The Todd Herman Show - Podcast - Apple PodcastsThe Todd Herman Show | Podcast on SpotifyTodd Herman - The Todd Herman Show - YouTubeThe Fed just purchased $20B in bonds... Let's bring Zach Abraham on the show to discuss what this means for us...Episode Links:Introducing the Perfect Trade.Harvard economics professor reveals the Democrats want the Fed to be absorbed by the Treasury. They want to issue a CBDC and have full control of our money. This is why Elizabeth Warren and her Democrat colleagues deeply oppose crypto.I Told Them Not to Buy the Coin: My Accidental $3.5M Memecoin Launch

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1039: Today we're talking about Carvana's record-setting quarter and bold new goal, Ford's strategic price hikes post-tariffs, and why Google's stock took a beating after an Apple exec dropped a courtroom AI bomb.Show Notes with links:Carvana has bounced back in a major way, setting a new quarterly record for used-vehicle sales and showcasing the company's transformation from high-growth chaos to sustainable profitability, even amid looming tariff concerns.Q1 retail sales hit 133,898 units, up 46% year over year—beating their prior record by 16,000 vehicles.Net income reached $373M; revenue surged 38% to $4.2B.Tariffs caused a temporary demand bump, but Carvana is now focused on adapting inventory to price-sensitive consumer behavior.Carvana aims to sell 3 million vehicles annually within 5–10 years, targeting a 13.5% adjusted EBITDA margin by fully utilizing its existing infrastructure like ADESA megasites and inspection centers.CEO Ernie Garcia emphasized flexibility: “We've got significant margin to work with… and significant cash balances.”As the auto industry adjusts to newly announced tariffs, Ford is selectively increasing prices on several 2025 models while shielding current dealer inventory.Starting May 2, 2025 Mavericks, Bronco Sports, and Mach-Es (all produced in Mexico) will see MSRP increases of $600–$2,000, depending on trim and features.Existing stock and vehicles already in transit will keep their original sticker prices.Earlier this week, Ford withdrew its 2025 outlook, citing $1.5B in expected tariff-related earnings impact.Ford is one of the first major automakers to publicly respond to the impact of the tariffs with pricing strategy.“We can't forecast what we can't see,” said one executive privatelyIn a courtroom twist, an Apple executive may have confirmed Google's worst fear—that AI is starting to eat into its search dominance.Eddy Cue, Apple's services chief, testified that Safari searches dipped in April for the first time ever, likely due to users turning to AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity.Cue expects Apple will eventually add AI search engines as user-selectable options in Safari.The revelation came during Google's antitrust trial, where Apple disclosed it receives over $20B annually to keep Google the default.Google stock fell more than 7% following Cue's testimony, wiping out tens of billions in market cap. They responded by saying “we continue to see overall query growth,” especially from Apple platforms.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

In this week's episode of "Maximize Business Value," Terry introduces an expert in the telecommunications Industry, Dee Herman. Tune in weekly to hear more from Mastery Partners and to receive relevant key content on your journey to maximizing your business value! #maximizebusinessvalue #maximizebusinessvalue #MBVPodcast #PodcastForEntrepreneursLearn more about Terry ChevalierTerry Chevalier, owner and Managing Director of Sunstone Associates, offers over 25 years of executive experience, guiding companies through vast opportunities and challenges. Previously, he played pivotal roles at both mid-market and Fortune 50 firms, including $20B in asset acquisitions. Additionally, Terry boasts a management consulting background with Bain & Company, a decade in the U.S. Intelligence Community, and holds degrees from the Missouri University of Science and Technology and Duke University.Learn more about Dee HermanThroughout his career, Dee has counseled clients on wireless regulatory, contractual and transactional issues, as well as issues involving emerging technologies. Dee works on complex wireless matters spanning all licensed and unlicensed bands, including cellular, PCS, AWS, 700 MHz, BRS, EBS and the U-NII bands, and actively lobbies the FCC and Congress on wireless and wireline policy matters. In counseling wireless and broadband companies, including ISPs, local exchange carriers, high-tech start-ups, and facilities-based wireless carriers and re-sellers, he also focuses on law enforcement requests, homeland security matters, tower siting, spectrum acquisition, secondary market transactions and roaming matters.Please be sure to subscribe for more great content to help YOU maximize YOUR business value!Mastery Partners Elevating Businesses to Achieve The Business Owner's Dream Exit The unfortunate reality is that for every business that comes on the market (for whatever reason), only 17% of them achieve a successful exit. You read that right. 83% of attempted business transitions never reach the closing table. Mastery Partners is on a mission to change that. We ELEVATE businesses to achieve maximum value and reach that dream exit. Our objectives are simple - understand where the business is today, identify opportunities for dramatic improvement, and offer solutions to enhance the business, making it more marketable and valuable. And that all starts with understanding the business owner's definition of his or her dream exit. Mastery has developed a 4-Step Process to help business owners achieve their dreams. STEP 1: Transition Readiness Assessment STEP 2: Roadmap for Value Acceleration STEP 3: Relentless Execution STEP 4: Decision: Now that desired results are achieved, the business is ready for the next step in the journey! CONNECT WITH MASTERY PARTNERS TO LEARN MORELinkedInWebsite© 2025 Mastery Partners, LLC.

Cluely's founders got suspended for building an AI cheating app… but now it's venture backed.Home Depot's biggest division will shock you… it's their $20B/year secret garden.President Trump tanked markets Monday for threatening to fire the Fed… so we explained central bank's independence with a superhero.Plus, using “please” and “thank you” in ChatGPT is costing the company tens-of-millions of dollars…$HD $SPY $CMGWant more business storytelling from us? Check out the latest episode of our new weekly deepdive show: The untold origin story of… The Ninja Turtles

What do you get when a classically trained percussionist trades the concert hall for the corporate boardroom? In this episode, we uncover the extraordinary journey of Evan Bertrand from performing orchestral music to leading treasury and investor relations at major corporations during times of crisis, growth, and transformation.This is an inspiring story of reinvention, resilience, and the real-world impact of finance at the highest level.Evan Bertrand is the Director of Investor Relations at Forward Air Corporation, a leading international logistics and trucking company. With a career spanning ExxonMobil, Solera, and Six Flags, Evan has carved out a unique path from classical music to high-stakes corporate finance, specializing in treasury operations, cash management, and capital markets.His cross-industry experience and dual expertise in treasury and investor relations offer valuable insights for finance professionals navigating change and complexity.Main topics discussed:How Evan transitioned from a professional music career to finance and ultimately to treasury and investor relations.His early roles at ExxonMobil and the importance of rotational programs and mentorship.Managing a $20B commercial paper program during an oil price collapse.Challenges and strategies while constructing a global treasury function from scratch post-LBO at Solera.Navigating Six Flags through the pandemic and implementing ERP-banking integration.What it takes to manage investor expectations and build relationships on Wall Street.The benefits of combining treasury and investor relations into one strategic role.Trends shaping treasury today, including the rise of automation and fraud prevention.Key decisions and mindset shifts that shaped Evan's career trajectory.You can connect with Evan Bertrand on LinkedIn. ---

Thursday, April 17th, 2025Today, Judge Boasberg issued an opinion that probable cause exists to find the government in criminal contempt when they refused to turn the planes around march 15th; Bukele refused to let Senator Van Hollen into CECOT - the torture prison in El Salvador - to meet with kidnapped maryland father Abrego Garcia; a new habeas petition has been filed in the case of Edicson David Quintero Chacón - another man disappeared to the gulag in El Salvador; the government's case against Mahmoud Khalil relied on tabloid accounts; DOGE sought to assign a team to an independent nonprofit group; Judge Tanya Chutkan has blocked trump's EPA from withholding $20B in clean energy programs; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, PiqueGet 20% off on the Radiant Skin Duo, plus a FREE starter kit at Piquelife.com/dailybeansStories:El Salvador refuses to let Democratic senator visit or speak with Kilmar Abrego Garcia | The IndependentGovernment's case against Mahmoud Khalil is reliant on tabloid accounts, review of evidence shows | NBC NewsAmerican Immigration Council Suing Trump Administration Over Unprecedented Requirement That Immigrants Register with the Government | American Immigration CouncilDOGE sought to assign a team to an independent nonprofit group | The Washington PostJudge blocks Trump EPA from freezing clean energy funds | MSNBCGood Trouble:We'd love it if you filed a complaint against Pam Bondi for flouting the supreme court order to facilitate the return of Abrego Garcia. File a Lawyer Complaint | floridabar.orgFind Upcoming Actions - 50501 MovementFederal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Check out other MSW Media podcastsShows - MSW MediaCleanup On Aisle 45 podSubscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on SubstackThe BreakdownFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaAllison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWroteDana GoldbergBlueSky|@dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, Twitter|@DGComedyShare your Good News or Good Trouble:dailybeanspod.com/goodFrom The Good NewsFighting Oligarchy Tour | Sanders Official WebsiteDC Farm for VetsPuppy — By Naomi Westerman | King's Head Theatre: Apr 17 - Apr 27Dana is in Los Angeles Opening for Gina Yashere - Sat: April 19Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing!  Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1006: We're joined by Brian Kramer, EVP of Cars Commerce to talk about the upcoming auto tariffs and how Tesla's market share is declining. Plus, as the deadline to sell TikTok nears, some surprising potential buyers have emerged.Show Notes with links:As auto tariffs are set to go into effect (and potentially stick this time) on April 3, automakers have sent representatives to Washington to lobby directly with the Trump administration, arguing that tariffs on parts will drive up costs by billions of dollars.Meanwhile OEMs are warning dealers that vehicle pricing could change, with Hyundai telling its dealers “current vehicle pricing is not guaranteed and may be subject to change for units wholesaled after April 2.”Here to talk tariffs and how dealers should be approaching the next weeks and month is our good friend Brian Kramer, EVP of Cars Commerce and GM of Accutrade.With an April 5 deadline looming, ByteDance must sell TikTok's U.S. segment or face a full ban. President Trump is optimistic that a deal is on the horizon.The app, with 170M U.S. users, was deemed a national security risk over data-sharing concerns and was originally set to be shut down on January 19.A wide range of potential buyers includes Blackstone, Perplexity, MrBeast, and Project Liberty.Project Liberty claims it has $20B in investor commitments for a deal and made an offer ahead of the January deadline.“There's tremendous interest in TikTok,” said President Trump.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

In what's become a tragedy of the absurd, liberal activist judges demand due process and a chance to appeal deportation for hundreds of Venezuela's most violent offenders. NY Governor Kathy Hochul vows to not allow state police to work with ICE as Democrats continue to hang themselves. Trump and Hyundai announce a monster $20B investment in America as DOGE continues to unwind billions of dollars in insulting taxpayer waste and abuse.

Columbia University agreed to some demands set by the Trump administration, restoring $400m in federal funds to the institution. University of Chicago president Paul Alivisatos says the deal is concerning, and it is indicative of a crisis of trust in higher education. Co-founder of Dreamworks Jeffrey Katzenberg is betting on Aura, a company that uses AI to protect kids and families online. Aura founder and CEO Hari Ravishandran joins Katzenberg to explain the tools parents can use to keep their children safe while respecting their privacy. Plus, Disney's latest “Snow White” remake has hit theatres amid multiple controversies, South Korea's Hyundai will announce a $20B investment in the U.S., the IRS might collect less tax revenue this year, and tariffs are still shaking the markets.  Paul Alivisatos - 15:01Jeffrey Katzenberg & Hari Ravishandran - 26:14 In this episode:Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

Thursday, March 20th, 2025Today, Judge Chutkan has blocked Trump and Musk from cancelling $20B in climate grants; Judge Ana Reyes has blocked the Trump administration's ban on transgender people serving in the military; Trump has fired the Democratic members of the Federal Trade Commission; Judge Beryl Howell has denied the temporary restraining order for the US Institute of Peace; Republican members of the Senate and House armed services committee are pushing back on Trump's plan to abandon a NATO command that has been exclusively American since Eisenhower; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Guest: Congresswoman Sara JacobsU.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs | CA 51st District@RepSaraJacobs • Blue Sky@repsarajacobs • Instagram@RepSaraJacobs • TwitterThank You, Fast Growing TreesGet 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeans.Thank You, IQBAR20% off all IQBAR products. Text dailybeans to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Stories:Judge Reyes BLOCKS Trump's Ban on Transgender Service Members- Allison Gill | MullershewroteTrump Fires FTC's Democratic Commissioners | HuffPost Latest NewsTrump admin considers giving up NATO command that has been exclusively American since Eisenhower | NBC NewsJudge temporarily blocks EPA's effort to cancel $20 billion in climate grants | CBS NewsGood Trouble:WisDems is sponsoring phone banking to get out the word about the upcoming April state Supreme Court race. WisDems Virtual Phonebank!Volunteer Opportunities Near Me · WisDems on MobilizeShare your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/From The Good NewsAmerican Climate Corps - WikipediaBeware the Ides of March: Ides of Trump Postcard Campaign – Dynamic SubspaceMomsRising.org | Sign Up for the Moms Next Door Pilot ProjectNO KINGS OC: Hands Off! Orange County Fights BackHRC Los Angeles Dinner - March 22Darrell Issa Empty Chair Town Hall Presented by Indivisible - March 23Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewroteDana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Leftist judges expose their "above the law" tactics to derail President Trump's MAGA agenda. The judge who ruled to unmask the identities of DOGE employees now says the EPA cannot take back the $20B in climate fraud spending and orders the agency to resume spending. Rep. Brandon Gill files articles of impeachment against the judge who ordered planes of Tren de Aragua back to America as Chief Justice John Roberts posts a regrettable tweet as the number of calls to carve activist judges off the bench grows.

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we'll talk about turbulence in the stock market and the fight over the Continuing Resolution to avert a shutdown Then, we talk about a new Facebook whistleblower who detailed the lengths Meta was willing to go to to operate in China.  Finally, we head to Politicology+,where we'll preview Alex Isenstadt's new book Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power Joining Ron Steslow on this week's panel:  Alex Isenstadt (Senior Political Reporter at Axios and Author of Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power) Matt Lewis (Author of Filthy Rich Politicians and Too Dumb to Fail)  Segments this week: (03:06) Market Turbulence and Continuing Resolution (25:19) Facebook  Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don't miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Read Alex' book Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power— https://bit.ly/4kvx94g Send your questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/axiosalex https://x.com/mattklewis Related reading: Segment 1:  CNN - Stocks close out volatile day as investors say market is ‘sick and tired' of Trump's tariff chaos | CNN Business The Hill - Treasury secretary forecasts ‘detox period' for US economy WSJ - GOP Holdout Thomas Massie Repels Attacks From Trump—Again - WSJ Axios - Trump's secret power protection plan: A $500 million war chest Politico - EPA's Zeldin terminates $20B in Biden climate grants - POLITICO Segment 2:  WP - Meta, Mark Zuckerberg considered censorship for China, whistleblower says - The Washington Post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh trade developments top of the hour: Canada promising to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs on over $20B in U.S. Imports… Carl Quintanilla, Leslie Picker, and Michael Santoli broke down the latest on another volatile morning for stocks. What it means for the automakers with former Ford CEO Mark Fields – and a deep dive on the impact for Canada with the CEO of the country's 2nd largest steelmaker: Algoma, as they pause shipments to the U.S. Also in focus: exclusive comments from Bridgewater's Ray Dalio and Salesforce's Marc Benioff on the recent market unwind.  Plus: this morning's inflation print (CPI) coming in better than expected – what it means for the Fed and markets, as recession fears grow – and to end the hour, a look at how 3D-printing could solve the housing shortage.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is down slightly at $85,953 Eth is down slightly at $2,231 XRP, is down slightly at $2.27 White House to host first-ever crypto summit Spot Bitcoin ETFs see first day of inflows after $20B of outflows. US judge dismisses SECs lawsuit against Richard Heart EF appoints new leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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