Podcasts about Business development

David Ackert is co-founder and CEO of Ackert, Inc. and its subsidiary, PipelinePlus. He's a highly regarded business development thought leader and has pioneered revenue acceleration programs for hundreds of professional services firms around the globe. He has contributed to the Los Angeles Times, the National Review, the Daily Journal, the Wall Street Journal, and others, and his Market Leaders Podcast has won several JD Supra Reader's Choice Awards. His new book, The Short List: How to Drive Business Development by Focusing on the People Who Matter Most (Greenleaf Book Group, January 28, 2025), is an Amazon bestseller and Gold Winner of the 2025 Nonfiction Book Awards.

Mantha Camacho is the heart, mind, and soul behind EdtechEars. With an M.Ed. and over 20 years and counting as a proud educator and Special Education teacher, she knows exactly how to make tech work for every learner. Mantha's passion shines through her work as a former Teaching and Learning Coordinator for Kami, where she loved connecting with educators across the U.S. and internationally. She specializes in sharing practical, joyful training that empowers teachers to bring innovative solutions to their classrooms worldwide. ______________________________________________________________________ The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education BusinessYou've spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it's time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn't just another book; it's the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.I wrote this book because I've been where you are. I know what it's like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.Inside, you'll learn how to:✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnershipsWhether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.Grab your copy today and take control of your future.Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

This episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle features Cata Balzano, entertainment journalist and media professional currently contributing to The Hollywood Reporter. Cata shares her evolution from a college student on a medical track to building a respected name in journalism, starting with The Miami Herald and expanding into international coverage across Europe.She opens up about her five years abroad in London, France, and Rome, how heartbreak and depression reshaped her priorities, and how therapy, discipline, and education helped her rebuild. Cata also breaks down the financial realities of media, learning to negotiate her value, quitting toxic environments, and how confidence created major opportunities—including writing for Variety and covering global events like the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny's residency.Episode Outline:[00:00] Intro, reconnecting, how they met at FIU[08:00] Katta's start in journalism and The Miami Herald path[17:00] Big interviews and career growth in entertainment media[26:00] Europe move, relationships, identity shift, and lessons[36:00] Breakup, depression, healing, dogs and plants grounding her[49:00] Career comeback, master's, quitting a job, Hollywood Reporter move[58:00] Money, negotiating your value, proudest moments (Variety, Bad Bunny, Super Bowl)[01:06:00] Perfect day, how she wants to be remembered, where to find her, wrap-upWisdom Nuggets:Roll Up Your Sleeves: Opportunities rarely show up under perfect conditions. Cata proves that professionalism means delivering despite setbacks—lost luggage, hotel disasters, or emotional challenges. Execution builds reputation.Know Your Value: Early in her career, Cata accepted everything. Growth came when she learned to negotiate, communicate clearly, and understand that if someone hires you, it's because you bring value.Healing Requires Structure, Not Isolation: When depression hit in 2023, Cata didn't just “wait it out.” Therapy, coaching, studying, routines, and caring for animals created stability. Healing isn't passive—it requires action.Relationships Reveal Intentions Over Time: Living abroad showed Cata who truly valued her. When convenience disappeared, so did certain connections. Real relationships don't depend on access.You Don't Have to Hurt People to Win: Success doesn't require stepping on others. Cata emphasizes building a respected career without manipulating, exploiting, or harming others along the way.Power Quotes"I'm really good at what I do because I'm not a fan girl.”- Cata Balzano“Nothing is gonna stop me from getting my story.”- Cata BalzanoConnect with Cata:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/catabalzano)Linkedin: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/caterina-balzano/)Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/catabalzano/)TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@catabalzano)Connect With the Podcast Host Alex Quin:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/alexquin)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/mralexquin)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mralexquin)Website: (https://alexquin.com)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@mralexquin)Our CommunityInstagram: (https://www.instagram.com/hustleinspireshustle)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HustleInspires)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hustle-inspires-hustle)Website: (https://hustleinspireshustle.com)*This page may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. When you click on these links or engage with the sponsored content and make a purchase or take some other action, we may receive a commission or compensation at no additional cost to you. We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe will add value to our readers & listeners.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With over a billion creators projected to be active in the next decade, is the traditional distinction between a brand, a publisher, and a creator in need of an updated definition? Agility requires not just reacting to new platforms, but fundamentally rethinking who creates your content and how you build an authentic community around it. It's about moving from a campaign mindset to an ecosystem mindset. Today, we're going to talk about the seismic shift in the media landscape, driven by the explosive growth of the creator economy. We'll explore how the very definition of a creator is evolving from a short-term influencer to a long-term brand builder, and what opportunities and challenges this presents for established brands that are trying to earn and keep their audience's attention. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Andrew Perlman, Co-Founder and CEO at Recurrent. About Andrew Perlman Andrew Perlman is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Recurrent. Perlman co-founded the company in 2018 with the acquisition of The Drive. Over a span of three years, he oversaw the acquisition of nearly 25 noteworthy brands, including Task & Purpose, Popular Science, Dwell, and Donut, and in the process, introduced Recurrent as the new parent company for the digital media portfolio. In 2022, Perlman rejoined the organization from his role on the board as the Head of M&A and Corporate Development before he assumed the role of CEO in 2023. Previously, Andrew spent over six years as the Chief Executive Officer of XpresSpa, FORM Holdings, and its predecessor company, Vringo, where he led the overall business operations and strategy as well as capital raising. During his tenure, he also oversaw five acquisitions and the NASDAQ listing of the company. Andrew has also served as Vice President of Business Development at EMI Music, SVP of Music and Digital at Classic Media, and held roles at early mobile content companies. Andrew Perlman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adperlman/ Resources Recurrent: https://recurrent.io/ Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code AGILE at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://aglbrnd.co/r/c43e68ce5cfb321e The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://aglbrnd.co/r/2868abd8085a9703 Drive your customers to new horizons at the premier retail event of the year for Retail and Brand marketers. Learn more at CRMC 2026, June 1-3. https://aglbrnd.co/r/d15ec37a537c0d74 Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716ba Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

In this episode, SBCA's Director of Marketing, Sean Shields, hosts a conversation with Amanda Neuts, Associate Director of SBCA, and Abby Langenberg, Director of Business Development of SBCA, summarizing their week at NAHB's International Builders' Show in Orlando, Florida. There were a lot of opportunities for the industry to promote the many benefits of structural building components to home builders across the country and promote the capabilities of today's component manufacturer (CM).

How a battery gets optimised, from the moment a contract is signed to the millisecond a trade is placed, is still a black box for most people in the industry. Understanding that process is the difference between leaving money on the table and extracting maximum value from every asset.In this episode of Transmission, Ed Porter is joined by Fabrizio Fenu, Head of Business Development at EDF UK. They pull back the curtain on how battery optimisation actually works at scale: how assets are treated fairly across a large portfolio, why merchant, floor and tolling contracts suit different investors, what role AI and algorithms play on a live trading desk, and why co-located solar and battery projects are harder to finance than they look. Chapters00:00 Intro: Optimising 5GW01:18 EDF's Battery Business01:47 5GW Portfolio Scale02:25 From 50kW to Commercial04:44 Inside the Trading Floor06:22 Winning Big Battery Contracts08:01 Debt and Revenue Certainty09:21 Merchant vs Floor vs Toll11:05 Optimiser Market Consolidation13:39 AI in Energy Trading16:10 Energy Careers Advice17:57 Fair Asset Treatment19:25 Day-Ahead and Ancillary Markets22:45 Enduring Auction Capability Explained25:51 Intraday Pricing and Indexing28:37 Perfect Battery Asset Quickfire31:45 Co-location Solar and Battery35:12 Battery Retrofitting Explained36:21 Connection Reform and Scale37:37 Simplify the Energy Industry

How a battery gets optimised, from the moment a contract is signed to the millisecond a trade is placed, is still a black box for most people in the industry. Understanding that process is the difference between leaving money on the table and extracting maximum value from every asset.In this episode of Transmission, Ed Porter is joined by Fabrizio Fenu, Head of Business Development at EDF UK. They pull back the curtain on how battery optimisation actually works at scale: how assets are treated fairly across a large portfolio, why merchant, floor and tolling contracts suit different investors, what role AI and algorithms play on a live trading desk, and why co-located solar and battery projects are harder to finance than they look. Chapters00:00 Intro: Optimising 5GW01:18 EDF's Battery Business01:47 5GW Portfolio Scale02:25 From 50kW to Commercial04:44 Inside the Trading Floor06:22 Winning Big Battery Contracts08:01 Debt and Revenue Certainty09:21 Merchant vs Floor vs Toll11:05 Optimiser Market Consolidation13:39 AI in Energy Trading16:10 Energy Careers Advice17:57 Fair Asset Treatment19:25 Day-Ahead and Ancillary Markets22:45 Enduring Auction Capability Explained25:51 Intraday Pricing and Indexing28:37 Perfect Battery Asset Quickfire31:45 Co-location Solar and Battery35:12 Battery Retrofitting Explained36:21 Connection Reform and Scale37:37 Simplify the Energy Industry

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Send a textIn this episode of The Advanced Selling Podcast, Bryan Neale welcomes Kayla Kurtz, VP of Sales and VP of Business Development at Forthea, for a focused conversation on how AI is reshaping modern sales.Kayla shares how aligning sales and marketing improves lead quality and eliminates the “bad lead” blame game, before diving into practical ways sellers can use AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot to refine emails, personalize outreach, and prepare for complex conversations. Bryan and Kayla also address the risks of inaccurate AI outputs and why positioning insights as questions, and not facts, protects credibility.They close by exploring how buyers are using AI to research vendors and negotiate more strategically, challenging sales teams to elevate their preparation and technical depth. The episode reframes AI as a tool that sharpens execution without replacing relationship-driven selling.______Curious about certification in the Blind Zebra Sales Operating System? Learn more here.Turn your content into clients with the proven roadmap — join Insider today at advancedsellingpodcast.com/insider

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Director of Business Development of Bayshore Specialty Rx's Shaminder Singh discusses patient support and care delivery, building adaptability and resilience into patient support programs, and the future of healthcare funding in Canada Get full access to NPC Healthbiz Weekly at healthbiz.substack.com/subscribe

This week on the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I'm joined by Yvonne for a very real conversation about entrepreneurship.We're talking about the emotional rollercoaster. The slow months. The self-doubt. The awkward networking. The behind-the-scenes work no one sees.We also talk about what happens when you stay the course. How confidence grows through action. How preparation pays off. How small, consistent efforts eventually turn into real momentum.This episode isn't about overnight success. It's about grit. It's about doing it afraid. It's about preparing like a professional even when you don't fully feel like one yet.If you've ever wondered what it really looks like to build a sleep consulting business from the ground up, this conversation will give you an honest and encouraging look inside.Links:Website: https://dreamworthysleeps.com/https://www.instagram.com/yvonne_sleepconsultant/If you'd like to learn more about becoming a Sleep Consultant, please join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/becomeasleepconsultantCPSM website: https://thecpsm.com/Book a free discovery call to learn how you can become a Certified Sleep Consultant here: https://jaynehavens.as.me/CPSM-Inquiry

In this solo episode, Alex Quin breaks down key lessons from The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding, a marketing classic written by father-daughter duo Al and Laura Ries. Drawing from decades of consulting experience, the authors argue that brands don't win by doing more — they win by standing for something specific and defending it consistently.Alex walks through the most impactful laws from the book and connects them directly to modern business strategy, helping entrepreneurs rethink focus, perception, and long-term brand strength.Episode Outline:[00:00] Introduction to the book and authors Al & Laura Ries[00:45] Law of Singularity – Why being one thing wins[01:30] Branding Replaces Selling – Preselling the customer[02:10] Expansion vs. Focus – Why brands weaken[03:00] Contraction Creates Dominance – Narrow to lead[03:45] Publicity Before Advertising – Position before promotion[04:30] Owning a Word – Mental real estate in the consumer's mind[05:15] Credentials Over Claims & Perception of Quality[06:00] The Power of a Name + Final Takeaway[06:20] Call to Action & Episode CloseWisdom Nuggets:Clarity Creates Pricing Power: If customers clearly understand what makes you different, you earn the right to charge more. Confusion leads to comparison — and comparison leads to price competition.Focus Is a Competitive Advantage: Trying to serve everyone weakens your position. Narrowing your offer strengthens your authority.Position Before Promotion: Advertising amplifies what already exists. Without a strong position, promotion becomes expensive noise.Meaning Over Volume: More products don't equal more brand power. The brands that last defend their original idea.Perception Precedes Experience: Customers decide what something is worth before they use it. Branding shapes that decision long before purchase.Power Quotes“What allows your brand to charge more?" - Alex QuinConnect With the Podcast Host Alex Quin:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/alexquin)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/mralexquin)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mralexquin)Website: (https://alexquin.com)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@mralexquin)Our CommunityInstagram: (https://www.instagram.com/hustleinspireshustle)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HustleInspires)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hustle-inspires-hustle)Website: (https://hustleinspireshustle.com)*This page may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. When you click on these links or engage with the sponsored content and make a purchase or take some other action, we may receive a commission or compensation at no additional cost to you. We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe will add value to our readers & listeners.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Three Tier is hosted by Jacob Gluck and Taylor Foxman.---Nick Scarff is the Master Blender and VP of Business Development at Next Century Spirits. Established in Raleigh, NC in 2018, Next Century Spirits blends together traditional techniques and unique finishing technologies to create enhanced distilled spirits. Our patented post distillation filtering and finishing technology creates a tool for the traditional distiller to expand their repertoire of achievable flavors and aromas while improving quality, maintaining consistency, and reducing supply chain issues. This technology allows for tight control over the entire production process, resulting in the ability to create bold and unique flavor customization options for brands to choose from in order to expand product portfolios and fulfill market needs.

Rebecca Barker is the VP of Business Development at the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). She partners with senior living, home care, and healthcare organizations to strengthen dementia care through evidence-based training and workforce development. Her focus is helping teams move beyond mandated training to build confident staff, better culture, and measurable outcomes.Time Stamps:02:00 — Welcome + who Rebecca is and why dementia education matters03:15 — Rebecca's path from HR/payroll into dementia education—and what surprised her most about senior living04:55 — “We already have training…” vs. training that changes behavior: why check-the-box programs fall short07:06 — Making dementia-friendly interactions routine: consistency, repetition, and building habits that stick08:07 — The business case leaders can't ignore: culture, confidence, and measurable operational impact10:20 — The ROI story: staff retention, reduced turnover pressure, stronger teams, and a better resident/family experience12:24 — Reframing behaviors as communication: how better understanding can reduce escalation and reliance on psychotropics15:39 — Where leaders should start: go beyond mandates, invest in role-specific training, and commit to ongoing education16:55 — Wrap-up + what Rebecca's watching in the industry

This episode is available in audio format on the Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.TELUS is one of Canada's largest telecommunications companies, serving millions of customers across mobile, internet, TV, and digital health services. What makes TELUS particularly interesting from a loyalty perspective is how they've evolved their interactions with TELUS Services customers (mobility, internet, security and TV) through a new national tiered program, TELUS Rewards, that combines points and perks with extension into some major leading category partnerships and their programs, including WestJet.Aaron Dauphinee sat down with Jacob Pullia, Director of Content, Strategy & Business Development is he leads the way in redefining how TELUS thinks about loyalty and their mandate of putting customers first. We also spend some time discussing partnership models and why the connection with WestJet makes sense for both organizations and their joint customers.Hosted by Aaron DauphineeShow notes:1) Jacob Pullia2) TELUS Rewards3) TELUS4) Book Recommendation: Personalized Customer Strategy in the Age of AI

In this episode, Wayne Pollock (Founder of the Law Firm Editorial Service) discusses 12 reasons why law firms that serve clients in particular industries should be producing industry newsletters as part of their thought leadership strategy.Those 12 reasons are:1. Industry newsletters demonstrate your firm is knowledgeable about, and tracking, an industry.2. Industry newsletters position attorneys and their firm as authorities.3. Industry newsletters are a marketable, compounding asset.4. Industry newsletters are ongoing relationship builders.5. Industry newsletters only require short-form content.6. Industry newsletters are not constrained by media gatekeepers.7. Industry newsletters are not constrained by algorithmic gatekeepers.8. Industry newsletters help lure industry participants out of the shadows.9. Industry newsletters are a distribution channel for law firms' thought leadership.10. Industry newsletters make it easy for recipients to get in touch.11. Industry newsletters spark opportunities for co-marketing, referral relationships, and other partnerships beyond attorney-client relationships.12. Industry newsletters have a low barrier to entry.====+ Learn more about Wayne Pollock, the host of Legally Contented and the founder of the Law Firm Editorial Service: https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynepollock+ Learn more about the Law Firm Editorial Service:http://www.lawfirmeditorialservice.com+ Do you have any idea how much money your firm is losing when its lawyers write thought-leadership marketing and business development content themselves?Learn how much with the Law Firm Editorial Service's Thought Leadership Cost Calculator:http://www.WriteLessBillMore.com+ Do you want to elevate your thought leadership, distinguish yourself from your competitors, and never again be your target clients' second choice?Our Legal Thought Leadership Accelerator is a FREE five-day educational email course, in which you will learn five advanced principles for conceptualizing and crafting revenue-generating legal thought leadership that positions you to be your target clients' top choice over your competitors (and the one the media regularly calls and conference organizers regularly put on stage):https://www.lawfirmeditorialservice.com/legal-thought-leadership-accelerator+ Check out blog posts and videos designed to help you and your colleagues improve their content marketing and thought-leadership marketing efforts:https://www.lawfirmeditorialservice.com/bloghttps://www.lawfirmeditorialservice.com/videos+ Do you have a question about content marketing or thought-leadership marketing you would like us to answer on a future Practice Pointer episode? Please email us at hello@legallycontented.com

Six Democrats in the Senators are asking the Government Accountability Office to further investigate whether the Commerce Department broke the law when it dismantled the Minority Business Development Agency or MBDA. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ben Ray Luján and others say they are concerned that Commerce defied federal court orders when political leaders terminated the funding for at least nine MBDA business centers and sent Reduction in Force (RIF) notices to terminate the last 24 employees still working at the agency. The lawmakers already had asked GAO to look into Commerce's initial actions to shutdown MBDA over the summer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danie Kruger, Head of Business Development at Moore Infinity joins host Stephen Grootes to analyse the day's market fluctuations and delve into the latest developments in business and finance. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn the small shift that makes referrals repeatable. Check out our new video training: https://hey.salesschema.com/opt-in-mw-referral-engine?utm_source=podcast--Most agency owners assume nobody can sell as well as they can. Lori Cox built an agency, sold it, and then took a BizDev leadership role — and says she's actually sharper at sales now that she's not running the whole show.Lori brings 20+ years of B2B marketing and revenue experience. She built and sold a full-service healthcare-focused agency, then moved into VP of BizDev at Knack Collective, where she works with global tech companies on partner-led go-to-market strategies. We got into the systems that made her agency sellable, why most partnership pitches go nowhere, and how the inbound/outbound mix has shifted heading into 2026.What You'll Leave With:Systems before salespeoplePartnerships require intention and attentionDiversify your pipeline, not just your client baseNon-owners can be better salespeopleAI is changing the job, not replacing itConnect with Lori on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-cox-mba/Knack Collective: https://knackcollective.com/

There are multiple pathways into the RIA model.Each with pros and cons.One of the pathways is to join an existing RIA.When I first note the latter to advisors, there is often a misconception about what that entails.I'll often hear… “I don't want to sell my practice.”That “flavor” of RIA exists, but it's by no means the only flavor available.In fact, there are over a dozen variables that distinguish one RIA from another.Some RIA offerings will be of no interest to you, whereas others could be very appealing.In this episode (#142) of the Transition To RIA question & answer series I explain how to evaluate an RIA to potentially join.Come take a listen!P.S. Prefer video? You can find this entire series in video format on Youtube. Search for the TRANSITION TO RIA channel.Show notes: https://TransitionToRIA.com/how-do-i-evaluate-an-ria-to-join/About Host: Brad Wales is the founder of Transition To RIA, where he helps financial advisors between $50M and $1B understand everything there is to know about WHY and HOW to transition their practice to the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model. Brad has 20+ years of industry experience, including direct RIA related roles in Compliance, Finance and Business Development. He has an MBA and has held the 4, 7, 24, 63 & 65 licenses. The Transition To RIA website (TransitionToRIA.com) has a large catalog of free videos, articles, whitepapers, as well as other resources to help advisors understand the RIA model and how it would apply to their unique circumstances.

Diesel generators have long been the default answer for powering upstream and midstream oil and gas sites. They are familiar, mobile, and deeply embedded in operating practice. Even in regions with abundant natural gas, operators often rely on fleets of diesel gens to run pumps, wireline units, and auxiliary equipment, treating gas as either waste or something to move to market while importing fuel to keep operations running. That status quo is becoming harder to defend. Diesel is expensive, noisy, logistically complex, and increasingly misaligned with emissions rules, carbon pricing, and community expectations. Operators face growing pressure to cut operating costs, reduce flaring, and lower emissions, while still maintaining reliability in the field. Yet infrastructure change moves slowly, driven more by habit and organizational friction than by technical limits. In this episode I'm speaking with Michael Lawson, Vice President of Business Development at Enterprise Group, about using stranded or low-value natural gas to electrify well pads and industrial sites. We discuss replacing dozens of diesel generators with a single gas-turbine microgrid, the economics of site electrification, what kinds of gas streams can be used, and why mindset, not technology, is often the real barrier. It's a practical conversation about cost, reliability, emissions, and why electricity is quietly becoming the enabler of digital innovation in the field.

Send a textOn this week's episode of the WTR Small-Cap Spotlight, Peter Flippo, Director, Business Development, at Avantium R&D Solutions (Euronext Amsterdam: AVTX-NL) (US OTC: AVTXF), joined Tim Gerdeman, Vice Chair & Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Water Tower Research, and Peter Gastreich, Energy and Sustainable Investing Analyst at Water Tower Research.  Avantium is a technology company founded in 2000 as a Shell spin-out, specializing in innovative chemical solutions. It operates two main segments: Renewable Polymers, which develops sustainable plastics, and R&D Solutions (RDS), which provides high-throughput catalyst testing systems and services for clients worldwide—including oil & gas firms, refineries, and research institutions. Flippo discusses how Avantium's Flowrence technology significantly accelerates R&D timelines from years to months, offering reliable, scalable, and cost-effective testing. He shared how the company is positioned as a valuable partner in the high-growth sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) industry by optimizing catalytic processes and enabling the use of multiple SAF production pathways.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. TSA Architects is a Salt Lake City based firm dedicated exclusively to healthcare design, creating environments that support patients, caregivers and communities. As the firm marks a milestone year and a new chapter in leadership, joining us is Director of Business Development, Mark Sabouri. Mark Sabouri: At TSA Architects, our work has always centered on designing healthcare environments that support those who give care and those who receive it. This year marks our 30th anniversary and a thoughtful leadership transition. Our founder, Tracy Stocking, has stepped into the role of Senior Architect and President Emeritus, while a new partner group is leading the firm day to day. Tracy remains actively involved, and that continuity is important to our clients and team. The transition brings fresh energy while preserving what clients count on: deep healthcare expertise, trusted relationships and values rooted in innovation, experience and heart. We're proud to partner with organizations like University of Utah Health, MountainStar Healthcare, Common Spirit Health, Intermountain Health and the Department of Veterans Affairs, working on projects from hospitals to community health centers. As we move into this next chapter, our purpose remains the same — making place for the human spirit by creating healthcare environments that support people, purpose and better outcomes every day. Derek Miller: TSA Architects combines decades of expertise with a forward-looking leadership team — bringing clarity, care and intention to complex healthcare environments. Learn more at TSA-USA.com. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 2/18/26

Bio:  Paul Zelizer has been a business coach and consultant for social entrepreneurs and cleantech companies for the past 18 years, the host of the Awarepreneurs podcast and co-founder of NM Tech Talks and NMClimate.  A growing portion of his work is as a fractional VP of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for cleantech startups and mission driven companies. This episode is sponsored by the coaching company of the host, Paul Zelizer. Consider a Strategy Session if you can use support growing your impact business. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Paul's services Pitch an Awarepreneurs episode

This week on the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I'm joined by Molly, a former nurse and women's health professional who is just months into her journey as a certified sleep consultant and already building some real momentum.In this conversation, we talk about what it really looks like to move from “I'm thinking about it” to actually getting started. Molly shares about pushing through imposter syndrome, finding the courage to put herself out there, and learning to believe in the value she brings to families. We also dig into the mindset behind early business growth and the personal growth that happens when you begin to believe in the possibility of your own success.If you've ever felt stuck, behind, or unsure whether you're ready to get started, this episode will remind you that confidence is built in motion and that you don't have to have it all figured out to begin.Links:Website: https://sweetsleepandwellness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweet.sleep.midwife.molly/If you'd like to learn more about becoming a Sleep Consultant, please join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/becomeasleepconsultantCPSM website: https://thecpsm.com/Book a free discovery call to learn how you can become a Certified Sleep Consultant here: https://jaynehavens.as.me/CPSM-Inquiry

Episode SummaryHow do you break into the games industry later in your career? And once you're in, how do you build a meaningful life and community without burning out? In this episode, Greg is joined by Amir Satvat, a Business Development leader at Tencent and the winner of the "Game Changers" award. Amir is one of the industry's most important connectors, having built a community that has helped thousands find jobs and opportunities.Amir shares his incredible journey from finance at Goldman Sachs to gaming in his late 30s, offering a practical playbook for career pivots. He breaks down his disciplined, non-negotiable approach to balancing a high-stakes job with being a present father and husband, and reveals why true networking is a 12-month game of building relationships, not a last-minute job hunt. This conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to build a sustainable and impactful career in games.Timestamps(01:55) The Pivot: Amir details his unconventional path from banking and healthcare into the games industry.(11:00) The Non-Negotiable Framework: How Amir uses rigorous time-blocking to protect family time and avoid burnout.(25:49) Confronting Ageism: Amir discusses the industry's challenge with retaining and valuing older talent.(32:25) The #1 Networking Mistake: Why you need to build relationships long before you need them.(39:40) The Financial Modeling Trap: How a finance-first mindset can be both a powerful tool and a creativity killer in game development.Guest BioAmir Satvat is a leader in Business Development and Strategy at Tencent and the founder of a professional gaming community that has helped thousands of people. Known as one of the industry's most important connectors, his work is driven by a deep passion for helping others succeed.LinkedIn: Amir SatvatCommunity Hub: ASGC's Games Jobs Resources | WELCOMEKey TopicsBreaking into the games industry mid-careerEffective networking strategies for long-term successBalancing a demanding career with fatherhood and family lifeTransferable skills from other industries (finance, tech, healthcare)Community building and the power of trustContinuing education and staying relevantIndustry challenges: ageism, the future of consoles, and business models

Travis Burns is Executive Vice President of Business Development at Remington Hospitality, where he's helping scale the company's third-party management platform. A former aerospace professional turned hotelier, he walked into the Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown asking for any job, and built a career spanning sales, operations, and investment strategy. In this episode, he unpacks profit over prestige, luxury's lift, and gut-driven growth. • Why GOPPAR matters more than RevPAR • How to win the GOP war—even if you lose the STR report battle • What your business mix really costs you (and why it matters) • How to know when saying yes is a trap • The intuition advantage in a world drowning in data • Why being first isn't always best in hotel innovation • The real driver behind luxury's post-COVID surge • Why great luxury GMs still have to obsess over labor and cost control • Why new capital—not institutions—may drive 2026 transactions • The one change Travis would make to the industry overnight *** Our Top Three Takeaways Revenue Without Profit Is a Mirage One of the clearest themes in this conversation is Travis's insistence that top-line performance is meaningless without margin discipline. He pushes owners and operators to look beyond RevPAR and focus on GOPPAR, emphasizing that not all revenue is created equal once costs are accounted for. The real work, he argues, is understanding *how* revenue is generated and being willing to sacrifice headline wins in favor of long-term profitability. The K-Shaped Recovery Is Reshaping Hotel Strategy Travis offers a grounded explanation for why luxury and upper-upscale hotels continue to outperform other segments. It's not that affluent travelers are price-insensitive; it's that post-COVID travelers are taking fewer trips and assigning more value to each one. When travel becomes part of the story rather than just a place to sleep, guests are willing to pay more, as long as luxury remains distinctive and doesn't slide into sameness. Say Yes, but Know When and Why On careers and leadership, Travis reframes the familiar advice to "say yes" with an important caveat: every investment of time and effort should come with an exit strategy. Early-career hustle only works when it leads somewhere, whether that's growth, learning, or the next opportunity. Without a clear payoff, ambition turns into exploitation, and knowing the difference is a critical leadership skill. Travis Burns on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-burns/ Remington Hospitality https://www.remingtonhospitality.com/ Cayuga Hospitality Consultants https://cayugahospitality.com/ Hive Marketing https://www.hive-marketing.com/ ***Ad Giveaway*** Enter here! https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/win Other Episodes You May Like:  212: Hotel Meth Takedown with Debbie Feldman https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/212 181: Smoky Light Pole with Tommy Beyer https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/181 107: Trash Can Fire with Tracy Prigmore https://www.topfloorpodcast.com/episode/107

Most lawyers measure business development progress all wrong and it's costing them. Because before you see the new clients and/or the increase in revenues, you must see growth in other less obvious areas. Listen to learn what to measure and how to measure so that you'll know where you really are (and what's working/what's not working at an earlier stage). Recommended Supplemental Episodes/Resources: Episode 155: Attorney Marketing - Unlock "Why You?" https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/attorney-marketing-why-you/ Episode 204: How To Use LinkedIn for Networking https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/linkedin-for-networking/ Episode 196: How To Network With Friends for Business (Naturally) https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/network-with-friends-for-business/ Episode 212: How To Ask for Referrals Confidently https://www.lifeandlawpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-ask-for-referrals/ Get the Success Without Sacrifice Newsletter for Lawyers: https://www.coursecorrectioncoaching.com/connect/ The post #228: The Business Development Progress You Aren’t Counting (But Should Be) appeared first on Life & Law Podcast.

Seven years ago, Zac Clark walked into a treatment center to speak at a Tuesday night meeting – and met a guy in pajama pants wearing a “Grateful Dead” tee who had no idea if he was going to make it.That guy was Blake Porter.In this episode, Zac and Jay sit down with Blake – now Vice President of Business Development at Release Recovery – to trace the full arc: growing up in a small town in upstate New York, the fear and insecurity that shadowed his talent, the slow slide from booze and cocaine into opioids and heroin, and the moment his dad found a needle and the truth finally had nowhere to hide.Blake opens up about what early sobriety actually looked like: structure, accountability, humility, and the near-relapse that still scares him to remember – five months sober, back home, texting a dealer from a hotel bathroom… right up until something intervened and he chose honesty instead.Topics include:The AA meeting in treatment that changed everythingSmall-town upbringing, big fear, and the need to escapeAddiction, grief, and the cost of avoiding painThe truth-telling moment with Blake's dadWhy Release Recovery felt like “home”A near-relapse story that shows how real the obsession can beBuilding a life (and career) rooted in serviceIf you're trying to get sober right now, Blake's message is simple – and it might save your life: be honest.

In this popular episode of How to Run a Successful Business and Still Have a Life, Stacey dives into one of her favourite topics: creating a powerful vision for your business. Building on last week’s episode about discovering your why, this conversation explores how a clear vision can guide your company, inspire your team, and create meaningful impact in your community. Stacey walks through the essential questions every business owner should ask when crafting a vision statement — including what inspired the business, who it serves, what makes it special, and the long-term difference it aims to make. She also breaks down her simple five-step structure for writing a strong and effective vision:Who is doing it? What are they doing? Who are they doing it for? How are they doing it? And what is the ultimate impact? Using her own business, Port Macquarie Performing Arts, as an example, Stacey demonstrates how a vision goes far beyond what you do — it communicates the transformation you create and how you want your customers to feel long after they’ve worked with you. Listeners are encouraged to reflect, write, and refine their own business vision using Stacey’s downloadable worksheet. This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting clarity, purpose, and direction in their business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this solo episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin breaks down how money in the music industry hasn't disappeared—it has shifted. Traditional spending on radio, press, tours, and long-term artist development is shrinking, while budgets are moving toward platforms that already control daily attention, such as live streaming, creator networks, gaming, sports, and podcasting. He explains that time-based engagement now drives ROI, meaning artists and brands must compete for consistent attention rather than rely on legacy systems. The episode emphasizes that this isn't a collapse of music, but a reallocation of resources toward where audiences spend the most time.Episode Outline: [00:00:00] Introduction – The quiet shift changing money in music [00:00:28] Traditional music industry spending patterns [00:01:05] Reduced upfront artist development and cautious budgets [00:01:27] Where the money actually moved [00:01:52] Music competing for attention across platforms [00:02:24] Live streaming vs. music streaming explained [00:02:48] Drake and time-based cultural presence [00:03:15] Creator ecosystems attracting major budgets [00:03:34] Fewer development deals and shorter promo cycles [00:03:55] Offline impact: concerts, merch, and selective spending [00:04:18] Questions about leverage, time, and behavior [00:04:36] Final takeaway: It's a reallocation, not a collapse [00:04:44] Call to action and closingWisdom Nuggets:Attention Is the New Currency: Money follows behavior. If audiences are spending hours on live streams and creator platforms, that's where brands will invest. Cultural relevance now depends on time earned, not legacy status.Consistency Beats Tradition: Release cycles used to dominate marketing budgets. Now, consistent daily engagement outperforms one-time promotional pushes. Platforms that hold attention every day win long-term investment.Shorter Runways Demand Smarter Strategy: With fewer long-term development deals, artists must think like businesses. Ownership of audience and engagement metrics matter more than ever.Competition Is Broader Than Ever: Music is no longer competing only with other artists. It competes with gaming, live streamers, podcasts, and sports content for the same screen time.Reallocation Isn't Collapse: Industries evolve. When money shifts, it creates opportunity for those who adapt. The key question becomes: are you building behaviors that attract investment?Power Quotes"Music used to dominate cultural attention by default. Now it has to compete for it." - Alex Quin"Money hasn't left entertainment. It's become more selective." - Alex QuinConnect With the Podcast Host Alex Quin:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/alexquin)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/mralexquin)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mralexquin)Website: (https://alexquin.com)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@mralexquin)Our CommunityInstagram: (https://www.instagram.com/hustleinspireshustle)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HustleInspires)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hustle-inspires-hustle)Website: (https://hustleinspireshustle.com)*This page may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. When you click on these links or engage with the sponsored content and make a purchase or take some other action, we may receive a commission or compensation at no additional cost to you. We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe will add value to our readers & listeners.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with Lewis Meyers, Vice President of Business Development at SomnoMed, to explore his career journey and the leadership philosophy that has shaped his 25 years as a people leader. We discuss the pivotal moments that led him into the dental sleep space and how his role has evolved alongside the rapid growth of dental sleep medicine. We also take a closer look at how SomnoMed has transformed over the past eight years, from product innovation to global expansion, and what that evolution means for dentists treating obstructive sleep apnea. Lewis shares why adding SomnoMed devices can be a strategic advantage for OSA treating dentists, how appliance therapy continues to gain recognition, and what practices should consider when integrating additional treatment options. Beyond business, we explore leadership and purpose. Lewis reflects on the most valuable lessons he has learned over 25 years of leading teams, what it truly means to develop people, and the deeper "why" that drives his work. This conversation is not just about devices or growth, it is about impact, service, and building something that lasts. What You Will Learn Lewis's career path and what led him to become Vice President of Business Development at SomnoMed How SomnoMed has evolved over the past eight years and where the company is headed Why OSA treating dentists should consider adding SomnoMed devices to their treatment options The most valuable leadership lessons Lewis has learned over 25 years The personal "why" that fuels his passion for growth, service, and impact About Lewis Meyers Lewis spent 21 years in surgical urology and gynecology sales before transitioning over to the dental field in 2011 as Director of Sales & Marketing for American Eagle Instruments. After helping to engineer the sale of AEI to Young Innovations, he joined SomnoMed in 2017 as Senior Director of Sales in the US and was promoted to Vice President in 2022. He has steered the SomnoMed sales team through multiple regime changes and changes in SomnoMed's go-to-market strategy. Under his sales leadership, SomnoMed surpassed 1 million patients treated worldwide with SomnoMed devices. On a personal note, Lewis and his wife Shari, have been married for 31 years. Their son, Jeremy, is a PhD candidate in Genetics at the University of Arizona. Their daughter, Madison, is married to a US Marine and they recently welcomed their second son into the family. Lewis was a world class athlete in diving and competed for the University of Nebraska where he was a 5-time All American and 4-time Big 8 Conference Diving Champion. He is an avid road cyclist and pedals over 4,000 miles per year. Connect with Lewis Meyers https://www.facebook.com/lewis.meyers/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewismeyers/ SomnoMed website: https://somnomed.com/en/SomnoMed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@somnomed Email USsales@somnomed.com to claim your FREE SomnoMed Avant! It's important that you speak from experience when consulting with patients. And the comfort and efficacy of the Avant is simply outstanding! About Meghna Dassani Dr. Meghna Dassani is passionate about promoting healthy sleep through dental practices. In following the ADA's 2017 guideline on sleep apnea screening and treatment, she has helped many children and adults improve their sleep, their breathing, and their lives. Her books and seminars help parents and practitioners understand the essential roles of the tongue, palate, and jaw in promoting healthy sleep.   Connect with Dr. Meghna Dassani Website: https://www.meghnadassani.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthysleeprevolution Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghna_dassani/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@meghna-dassani

In this follow-up conversation, Dr. Lorne Brown sits down again with Dr. Mark Ratner, Chief Scientific Officer at Theralogix, to revisit the controversy surrounding resveratrol and IVF outcomes.After a 2019 study suggested resveratrol might reduce implantation rates, Dr. Ratner conducted a deep dive into the latest research — including four newer prospective randomized trials and a recent study on pterostilbene.The result? A very different picture.This episode breaks down what the science actually says about egg quality, implantation, miscarriage risk, and live birth outcomes — and whether resveratrol truly poses a risk during IVF.Key Takeaways:The 2019 resveratrol study was retrospective and had significant baseline differences between groups.Four newer prospective randomized trials show no reduction in pregnancy rates with resveratrol.Multiple studies report improvements in egg quality, embryo quality, and fertilization rates.SIRT1 plays a central role in ovarian reserve and uterine receptivity.Pterostilbene, a better-absorbed analog, restored implantation and live birth rates in aging mice.Dr. Mark Ratner's Bio:Dr. Ratner is a board-certified urologist and the Chief Science Officer of Theralogix, a Washington, DC based company which markets micronutrient supplements with a focus on reproductive health. Dr. Ratner did his undergraduate and graduate studies in nutrition at Cornell University. He received his M.D. and residency training at Tulane University School of Medicine.Where to find Dr. Mark Ratner:Website: https://theralogix.com/Special Offer: https://theralogix.com/discount/LORNE?redirect=/products/ovanad Ian Kent - VP, Sales & Business Development

Send a textRegister for the workshop + bonus hot seat session for only $37!We share a simple system to turn referrals from random to reliable using clear positioning, fast community engagement, a signature talk, and steady partner touchpoints. Clarity beats volume, and speed plus usefulness earns trust and repeat mentions.• defining a one-line positioning that states problem, audience, and method• putting positioning everywhere for repetition and recall• answering niche community questions quickly using keyword alerts• prioritising speed, usefulness, and a narrow lane to build equity• crafting a signature talk with one problem, one audience, one outcome• pitching talks with a clear promise to borrow trust• scheduling quarterly referral partner catch-ups with an ask and a give• keeping relationships warm without sales pressure• using existing networks and systems to make referrals predictableHead to the show notes and sign up for that workshopYou can book yours through the link in the show notesMy Booked Out Blueprint starts with a private 45-minute interview where I learn your business, your goals, and what's actually holding you back. From that, I create a custom roadmap showing your best route to booked out—no fluff, just clarity. It's $397, and if you move forward into Booked Out in Six, that $397 is fully credited. Book Yours Here. Join my events community for FREE monthly events.I offer free events each month to help you master your business's growth through marketing, sales, systems, and offer strategy. Join the community here!Support the showSchedule a Booked-out Blueprint >>> Schedule.Come tour my digital home :) >>>WebsiteWanna be friends? >>> LinkedInLet's chat every Tuesday! >>> NewsletterCatch the video podcast on YouTube >>>YouTubeJoin my event group for live events >>>Meetup

Welcome to episode 318 of Grow Your Law Firm. In this episode, Ken is joined by David Klein, Director of Business Development at ConsulTV.   David brings over 20 years of experience in marketing and digital advertising to the table, and now focuses on helping law firms transition from traditional TV advertising to the rapidly growing world of streaming TV and OTT (over-the-top) content. At ConsulTV, David helps law firms make the most of this shift in viewership, creating tailored, cost-effective strategies that deliver measurable results. David explains how streaming TV works differently from traditional broadcast and cable TV, especially in terms of targeting, pricing, and attribution. He also shares valuable insights into how law firms can maximize their ad spend, improve their brand awareness, and track consumer engagement through data-driven strategies. Whether you're new to streaming or looking to optimize your existing campaign, David's insights will help law firms navigate this changing landscape with ease. What you'll learn in this episode:   The Shift from Traditional TV to Streaming - Why more people are watching streaming TV over linear broadcasts - How law firms can capitalize on this trend Understanding Targeting and Demographics in Streaming - How streaming platforms offer targeting based on data, demographics, and consumer behaviors - Reaching the right audience through advanced targeting features Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Streaming Campaigns - Why CPM (cost per thousand views) isn't the only metric to focus on - How to measure success through audience engagement and conversion tracking Building a Successful Streaming TV Strategy for Law Firms - How law firms can integrate streaming TV into their marketing mix - Understanding the importance of frequency, reach, and consistent branding in building long-term success Maximizing Your Marketing ROI with Streaming - How to effectively allocate your budget for maximum results - Why consistent exposure is key to increasing conversions over time Resources: Website: consult.tv LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/davidkleinstreamingtv Facebook: facebook.com/Consult.tv Additional Resources:    https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect https://www.pilmma.org/resources https://www.pilmma.org/mastermind https://calendly.com/jenna-pilmma/strategy-session-with-pilmma AI for PI Expo:   www.pilmma.org/ai-for-pi-expo

Send a textWhy do companies go to such great lengths to avoid the word "Sales"? In this episode, Scott and Mike pull back the curtain on the "emotional baggage" attached to the sales profession. From the stigma of the "snake oil salesman" to the internal friction that revenue generation causes within a company, we explore why sales has become a dirty word—and why it shouldn't be.We break down the Sales Spectrum, helping you identify where you fall between being a "facilitator" and a "persuader," and why the best reps are actually "artists" who match products to real human needs. Whether you're an "opener," a "closer," or a "Business Development Specialist," this episode is your therapy session to help you embrace your role as a revenue generator.Support the showScott SchlofmanMike Williams - Cell 801-635-7773 #sales #podcast #customerfirst #relationships #success #pipeline #funnel #sales success #selling #salescoach

In this episode, Adam Torres ⁠interviews Todd Poindexter, Founder & CEO of PlayLottoGlobal, about the global launch of his online lottery platform. Todd shares how PlayLottoGlobal enables individuals worldwide to participate in major lotteries through a digital platform while earning affiliate income through a QR-based system. He also discusses the company's partnership with the Cinco Foundation, which supports charitable causes worldwide through a percentage of revenue. About ⁠Todd Poindexter Todd Poindexter started on Wall Street New York in 1983 as an early stage private and public company equities stock broker. He has 35 years experience in financing businesses, specializing in Business Development and investment banking with a focus on working with early stage private and public companies. Todd has personal direct relationships, experience and knowledge in multiple Stock Exchanges including USA, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Poland, Russia, France and Dubai. In addition to financial activities he has spent 36 years in International sales and marketing activities. During the last 30 years he has lived and worked full time in many European countries and also worked in Dubai & U.A.E since the year 2000. Living in 32 cities in 7 countries has enabled to create a true global network of personal relationships over 40 years to instantly leverage in many ways with todays communication and technology. Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox are joined by Jake Berry, Chief Development Officer, as well as Omar Jaroun, Vice President of Business Development, for a roundtable conversation on what's changing in the dental space and what dentists can expect heading into 2026. The group breaks down what they're hearing from thousands of doctors across the country, and why the DSO landscape is shifting again. The episode also discusses what's happening behind the scenes in private equity, why some DSOs are struggling, and what that could mean for dentists considering a transition. Insightful and easy to follow throughout, this episode offers a look at the current dental market and the trends shaping what partnership will look like in the years ahead. ------------------------------------------------------------------------  Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

In this episode, Adam Torres ⁠interviews Todd Poindexter, Founder & CEO of PlayLottoGlobal, about the global launch of his online lottery platform. Todd shares how PlayLottoGlobal enables individuals worldwide to participate in major lotteries through a digital platform while earning affiliate income through a QR-based system. He also discusses the company's partnership with the Cinco Foundation, which supports charitable causes worldwide through a percentage of revenue. About ⁠Todd Poindexter Todd Poindexter started on Wall Street New York in 1983 as an early stage private and public company equities stock broker. He has 35 years experience in financing businesses, specializing in Business Development and investment banking with a focus on working with early stage private and public companies. Todd has personal direct relationships, experience and knowledge in multiple Stock Exchanges including USA, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Poland, Russia, France and Dubai. In addition to financial activities he has spent 36 years in International sales and marketing activities. During the last 30 years he has lived and worked full time in many European countries and also worked in Dubai & U.A.E since the year 2000. Living in 32 cities in 7 countries has enabled to create a true global network of personal relationships over 40 years to instantly leverage in many ways with todays communication and technology. Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode your host and Co-Founder of PADT, Eric Miller is joined by Ansys technology partner Electro Magnetic Applications' (EMA) VP of Business Development, John Twerdok, and Lead Software Product Manager, Kevin-Druis Merenda, as well as PADT's LFEM Application & Support Engineer Tyler Buntin. They discuss challenges facing those working with advanced electromagnetics in the space industry, and how simulating radiation hardened electronics with Ansys can help provide solutions. If you have any questions, comments, or would like to suggest a topic for the next episode, shoot us an email at podcast@padtinc.com we would love to hear from you!

Lots of talk about underhanded deeds on today's edition of the Breitbart News Daily Podcast!Our show begins with our tough-talkin' host, Mike Slater, talking about the American penal system and our godless society. It's a fiery segment that you won't want to miss!Following that opener, Slater gabs with Carla Sands, former American Ambassador to Denmark, about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's recent actions related to the 8(a) Business Development program and ending the fraudulent abuses tied to it!MAGA! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe Pope shares his passion for home brewing beer and smoking meats, revealing how his science background and connections with the craft beer community sparked his brewing journey. He talks about experimenting with different styles, giving his beers creative names, and the fun of sharing these creations with friends and colleagues. Joe emphasizes the importance of genuine relationships and how hobbies outside work foster those connections, especially in his role as a business development leader. He also discusses Hinge's unique "Hinge Has Your Back Day," encouraging employees to celebrate their interests and build a positive culture. Joe believes that embracing one's "And" makes professionals more relatable and successful. Episode Highlights · Sharing your personal "And"—your hobbies or passions outside work—can help build better relationships and make you more successful professionally. · Joe found more success when he embraced who he really is and shared that openly, even on platforms like LinkedIn. · He believes understanding clients' and colleagues' interests outside of work leads to stronger connections and better business outcomes. · Creating a supportive, human-centric environment starts at the top and is essential for a positive agency culture. · At his company, they have an annual "Hinge Has Your Back Day," encouraging employees to step away from work and do what they love, reinforcing the value of having interests beyond just the job title.

In this episode of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin breaks down how artificial intelligence took center stage during Super Bowl 2026 advertising, based on reporting by Trishla Ostwal via Adweek. With 23% of all Super Bowl ads featuring AI, this episode explores the sharp divide between companies advertising AI products and brands using AI behind the scenes. From brand positioning to user adoption data and emotional audience response, Alex highlights why AI isn't just a marketing trend—it's becoming marketing infrastructure.Episode Outline:[00:00] Intro – Why Super Bowl ads matter in marketing strategy[00:28] AI stats: 15 of 65 ads (23%) featured AI, via iSpot[01:05] Two types of advertisers: AI companies vs consumer brands using AI[01:45] Awareness vs usage: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude adoption stats[02:23] eMarketer projections: ChatGPT usage through 2029[02:50] Audience reactions: likability, purchase intent, emotional response[03:20] Why clarity is the new advantage in crowded conversations[03:30] Final question for marketers + show wrap-upWisdom Nuggets:Normalization Shifts the Strategy: Once a product like AI becomes normalized, the marketing challenge shifts from “What is it?” to “Why should I care?” That shift demands smarter messaging.Adoption Takes Time—Even with Awareness : Even though ChatGPT has high name recognition, actual usage is still catching up. Marketers need to respect the adoption curve and tailor campaigns accordingly.Advertising ≠ Explaining : There's a difference between showcasing a product and making people understand it. That gap can define success or failure, especially at the Super Bowl scale.Reaction Is the Real Metric : With massive spend and reach almost guaranteed, what matters most is how people react emotionally. The most memorable campaigns connect, not just broadcast.Clarity Wins in Noisy Markets : When many brands say similar things, the one with the clearest and most relatable message sticks. Clear beats clever when everyone's shouting.Power Quotes“Even with massive awareness, usage still grows in stages—and that gap matters.” - Alex Quin“AI is now everywhere during the Super Bowl. The next question is—who's actually advertising it?” - Alex QuinConnect With the Podcast Host Alex Quin:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/alexquin)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/mralexquin)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mralexquin)Website: (https://alexquin.com)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@mralexquin)Our CommunityInstagram: (https://www.instagram.com/hustleinspireshustle)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HustleInspires)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hustle-inspires-hustle)Website: (https://hustleinspireshustle.com)*This page may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. When you click on these links or engage with the sponsored content and make a purchase or take some other action, we may receive a commission or compensation at no additional cost to you. We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe will add value to our readers & listeners.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is the "Zero Day" infection spreading across the pond? In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of the Eurozone to see how record levels in the DAX and the explosion of 0DTE options are reshaping the landscape for retail and institutional traders alike. Host Mark Longo is joined by a powerhouse panel to break down the macroeconomic shifts, sector rotations, and the structural innovations making European derivatives more accessible than ever. In This Episode: The 0DTE Contagion: Lex Luthringshausen (Tradier) explains why European traders are beaming into US markets to sling intraday iron condors and how that behavior is translating to cash-settled European indices. DAX to the Max: Eugen Mohr (Eurex) breaks down the "Conservative Shift" in German politics under the new Chancellor and how government spending in the defense and industrial sectors is driving the DAX 40 to record heights. The Economic Cycle: Dr. VSTOXX himself, Russell Rhoads, analyzes why the DAX might offer more "juice" than the S&P 500 in 2026 and why the "Potholes" in the US economy might make European exposure a smoother ride. German Engineering vs. Italian Style: A heated debate on the automotive sector—from BMW and Mercedes to the "Poster Car" aesthetics of Italian design. Micro-Sizing the Market: Why notional size matters and how the Micro-DAX (at just 1 Euro per point) is becoming the ultimate tool for retail risk management. The Red Phone: The panel tackles listener questions on Eurex 0DTE liquidity, "Weekend Risk" trades using V-Stocks, and Tradier's unique "All You Can Trade" subscription model. The Panel: Mark Longo: Founder, The Options Insider Media Group Dr. Russell Rhoads: Clinical Professor at the Kelley School of Business, Indiana University Eugen Mohr: Product & Business Development Specialist at Eurex Lex Luthringshausen: SVP of Business Development at Tradier Resources Mentioned: The Leap Trading Competition: Join over 50,000 traders in the Eurex/TradingView paper trading challenge. Visit eurex.com/competition . Learn More About Eurex: eurex.com

Synopsis: At the heart of JPM 2026's biotech buzz, Alok Tayi sits down with Fred Aslan, CEO of Artiva, to explore how bold platform bets, scalable cell therapies, and autoimmune breakthroughs could reshape medicine. Fred traces his journey from medical school in Brazil to consulting at BCG, venture capital, and ultimately founding multiple companies—sharing why following curiosity, not rigid career ladders, shaped his path. Fred dives deep into the bottlenecks holding back traditional CAR-T therapies—manufacturing complexity, cost, hospitalization, and toxicity—and explains how Artiva's off-the-shelf NK-cell platform aims to change the paradigm. The discussion explores why rheumatoid arthritis became Artiva's lead indication, how immune “resets” could redefine autoimmune care, and what's ahead in 2026 as the company prepares registrational trials and expands its basket studies across lupus, myositis, scleroderma, and more. The episode closes with rapid-fire takes on AI in drug development, China's accelerating biotech engine, rare disease trial models, and the strategic principles founders should follow when choosing indications and building durable platforms. Biography: Fred Aslan, M.D., has a 20-year track record as an executive and investor in the life sciences industry. He was most recently President and CBO at Vividion Therapeutics, where he was responsible for business development, finance, alliance and project management, and operations. Dr. Aslan had the opportunity to lead Vividion's Series B financing and $135M-upfront collaboration with Roche. Prior to Vividion, Dr. Aslan had a 12-year affiliation with Venrock. Initially he was an investor from 2006 to 2013, when he cofounded and served as a board member of Receptos Pharmaceuticals (acquired by Celgene for more than $7 billion). Dr. Aslan led Venrock's investment in Zeltiq (acquired by Allergan for more than $2 billion) and was involved in the early formation of Fate Therapeutics. Subsequently as an entrepreneur from 2013 to 2018, he was CEO of Adavium Medical, a Brazilian medical device company, which he grew from zero to 350 employees, sales of over US$40 million, and fully integrated R&D, manufacturing, and commercial capabilities. Prior to Venrock, Dr. Aslan was Director of Business Development and Head of Investor Relations for CuraGen, a Nasdaq-listed oncology-focused biotech company. Prior to CuraGen, he was a consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Dr. Aslan holds a B.S. in biology from Duke University, an M.D. from Yale School of Medicine, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Michael Roch joins Scott Love to unpack a deceptively hard leadership challenge in professional services: getting partners to consistently do business development, and designing incentives that actually drive the right behavior. Roch's central message is that there's no universal compensation fix—the right approach depends on firm size, strategic priorities (rapid growth vs. deepening key relationships vs. refreshing a stale client base), and even national partnership culture (e.g., UK lockstep traditions vs. more individualistic U.S. models). He stresses that compensation is only a “lever,” not a self-executing solution: it works best when paired with strong leadership, clear expectations, and accountability conversations that tie each partner's strengths and goals to the firm's strategy. Roch describes practical incentive strategies that go beyond simple origination credit. He argues firms should recognize that partners contribute differently—some excel at landing new clients, others at expanding existing accounts, and others at protecting “crown jewel” relationships—so incentives should be aligned to those roles and tracked accordingly. Non-monetary incentives can matter too, such as giving junior partners meaningful internal initiatives to build an “equity-owner mindset,” and publicly recognizing teams (not just lone rainmakers). Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Hl7GPJjpdfI ----------------------------------------

In love with banking? Feeling jilted by AI? Is your fintech life a box of chocolates? Whatever the state of your financial attachments, Bankadelic invites you back to another two-part holiday special, featuring three fabulous guests sharing their views on the state of banking play in 2026. Resident Bankadelic tycoon Worthington Bigbucks also drops by to deliver a Shakesperean sonnet that shares the sad tale of his luvvy-duvvy running off with his chauffer. Our guests: Sarah Koulogeorge, Director of Business Development, Casca Keith Riddle, General Manager, Payfinia Martha Underwood, Founder of Prismm   

This week on the Becoming a Sleep Consultant podcast, I'm joined by Phyllis, a former teacher, school social worker, daycare owner, and mom of four who is now building a thriving sleep consulting business.Phyllis shares what it's looked like to start over professionally, how she leaned on decades of experience with children and families, and what she's learned in her first year of business. We talk about the steep learning curve of entrepreneurship and how she's grown by leaning into her strengths instead of forcing herself to market like everyone else.You'll hear how she's built her business largely through in-person connections, local partnerships, and referrals, and why that approach has worked so well for her. It's a really encouraging example of how experience, warmth, and consistency can carry you far in this work.Links: Website: https://beyondsleepsolutions.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondsleepsolutions/If you'd like to learn more about becoming a Sleep Consultant, please join our Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/becomeasleepconsultantCPSM website: https://thecpsm.com/Book a free discovery call to learn how you can become a Certified Sleep Consultant here: https://jaynehavens.as.me/CPSM-Inquiry

Xenia Soborova is a Web3 business development leader and Head of BD at Tramplin.io, a Solana-native premium staking app that redistributes network's inflationary rewards among users to make staking profitable even with a small amount of SOL. Previously, she worked at the Avalanche Foundation on ecosystem growth and founder success and has also held roles across major Web3 teams, including Binance, RARI Foundation, and SQD.ai. She has co-founded BD in Web3, the largest Telegram community for Web3 founders, BDs, and growth hackers. In this conversation, we discuss:- Working with different crypto ecosystems - Solana is the people's chain - Staking innovation - Community-oriented reward redistribution - Solana staking - Solana's native economics - Long-term DeFi engagement - Keeping SOL Secure - BD in crypto - Solana staking Tramplin.ioX: @Tramplin_ioWebsite: www.tramplin.ioTelegram: t.me/Tramplin_ioXenia SoborovaX: @cryptophilienneLinkedIn: Xenia Soborova---------------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.  PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50 This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below: PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicRSS Feed