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Today's episode is a thrilling ride, folks! We're talking about the biggest IPO in history, with SpaceX's stock soaring to new heights and making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. But that's not all - we're also diving into the world of entrepreneurship, celebrating the winners of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards in Los Angeles, and catching up with Norm Langer, the owner of Langer's Deli, a beloved institution in the MacArthur Park area. Frank Mottek talks about the latest developments in the space industry, the impact of the SpaceX IPO on the market, and the entrepreneurial spirit that's driving growth and change in Los Angeles. Also exploring the world of philanthropy and community service, as Norm Langer shares his vision for revitalizing MacArthur Park and giving back to the community. From the highs of SpaceX's IPO to the lows of the homeless crisis in Los Angeles, this episode covers it all. We're joined by John A. Jerian, a financial expert and co-founder of Market Rebellion, who shares his insights on the market and the future of space exploration. We're also talking to Bridget Ahern, the program director of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, about the winners of this year's competition and the entrepreneurial spirit that's driving innovation in Los Angeles. So if you're ready to blast off into the world of business and finance, tune in to this episode and get ready to be inspired by the stories of entrepreneurs and innovators who are making a difference in our community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now, a couple of weeks ago as part of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Annual CEO Retreat, Bobby had the opportunity to speak with Bill Gifford, who is a bestselling author and keynote speaker on the subject of health & longevity. As part of their conversation, Bobby and Bill explored some of the cutting edge thinking when it comes to diagnostic technologies and preventative measures we can all take to improve health and help us live longer.

This episode we are joined by Mr. John Forgeron - CEO of Compass Energy Systems - a compression, processing, and power systems company with revenues of ~ $1 billion.Mr. Forgeron is also Chairman of Northbase Finance - a specialty finance company in the energy business. Also, Mr. John Forgeron would like to dedicate this episode to Phil Ness. In January of 2026 Compass lost a founding partner. Phil's impact lives on through Compass' people and facilities, and they are grateful for all he has done for the Compass team.Mr. Forgeron joined the company in 2005 and founded several privately funded oilfield rental companies, which united under the banner of Compass Compression three years later. The company's success continued over the next ten years and evolved beyond gas compression to become Compass Energy Systems. In 2020, Mr. Forgeron and his partners further strengthened the company's position in North America by acquiring Exterran Corporation's US compression assets. This strategic move brought with it a remarkable legacy of talent, facilities, and compression history, solidifying Compass as a global leader in compression, gas processing, and power systems.In 2020, Mr. Forgeron was behind the start of an affiliate of Compass – Northbase Finance – which offers clients flexible capital solutions for essential operating assets.Mr. Forgeron is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta and holds a mechanical engineering degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He started his career in gas compression in 1991 and is a recognized industry expert. Before joining Compass, Mr. Forgeron held positions at Enerflex Systems and Toromont Industries.Mr. Forgeron and his partners shared helped Compass win Canada's EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2011.Among other things we learned about 400MW — Building North America's Power Infrastructure.Enjoy. Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsWarren Valve-*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended as investment advice. Please do your own research, and consult professionals directly before making any investment decisions.Support the show

Last week, Down to Business brought you the show from Canada for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year annual CEO Retreat. One of the people Bobby met there was David Walmsley who is the Editor in chief of the Globe and Mail, Canada's best-known newspaper.

House price growth hit 6.5 per cent in March, the slowest rate in two years, offering some chink of light to those hoping to buy. For tenants however, the news is grim, with rents rising by 4.4 per cent in Q.1, the highest quarterly increase since 2022. While the number of eviction notices issued by landlords rose by 50 per cent in the same period. All that against the backdrop of new government rules around renting.To make some sense of these data points, Inside Business host Ciarán Hancock is joined in studio by Marian Finnegan, CEO of Sherry Fitzgerald, the country's largest estate agent, and on the line by Irish Times Economics Correspondent Eoin Burke-Kennedy.In the second part of this episode, Ciarán is joined by Irish Times business reporter Ian Curran who was in Toronto last week as part of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards programme. Ian highlights some of the business leaders who impressed, their sales pitch, and reaction to Canadian prime minister Mark Carney's group address as he seeks to wean Canada off its reliance on the US.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

House price growth hit 6.5 per cent in March, the slowest rate in two years, offering some chink of light to those hoping to buy. For tenants however, the news is grim, with rents rising by 4.4 per cent in Q.1, the highest quarterly increase since 2022. While the number of eviction notices issued by landlords rose by 50 per cent in the same period. All that against the backdrop of new government rules around renting.To make some sense of these data points, Inside Business host Ciarán Hancock is joined in studio by Marian Finnegan, CEO of Sherry Fitzgerald, the country's largest estate agent, and on the line by Irish Times Economics Correspondent Eoin Burke-Kennedy.In the second part of this episode, Ciarán is joined by Irish Times business reporter Ian Curran who was in Toronto last week as part of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards programme. Ian highlights some of the business leaders who impressed, their sales pitch, and reaction to Canadian prime minister Mark Carney's group address as he seeks to wean Canada off its reliance on the US.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Had an AHA or Insight? Share it:Hatch Beauty Founder Tracy Holland on the hidden cost of building at all costs. Tracy Holland built Hatch Beauty into a $100 million beauty empire in five and a half years. Self-funded.Three kids under five. EY Entrepreneur of the Year. A manufacturing facility in Durham, North Carolina.Business with some of the biggest retailers in the world. Every metric of success you could point to and say, she made it. And then she could not keep up with her own success.One morning at 7:15, after another three-hour sleep night, with 14 minutes and 30 seconds calculated to get coffee, use the bathroom and make it to her 7:15 AM appointment, she pulled over on Pico Boulevard and thought three steps into traffic would fix everything.That is where this conversation starts.We talk about secret keeping. About what it does to you when the outside image and the inside reality stop matching. When everyone around you sees the success, the beautiful children, the thriving business,the awards and you cannot find a single person you trust enough to tell the truth to. About perfectionism and the refusal to give yourself any grace. About the identity that gets built around being the one who has it together, who never breaks, who figures it out. And how that identity becomes its own kind of prison.We talk about the cost of the hustle and growth-at-all-cost culture. The real version. The marriage held together with one hand while building a company with the other. And what happens when your life getstired of waiting and screams back at you.Tracy shares the turning point. The daily practices that recalibrated her thinking. How she rebuilt a $27 million business in 24 months after walking away from everything. And the question that changed everything for her. Listen to the episode and find out.I know Tracy personally. I watched her. She always looked amazing on the outside. Truly an inspiring woman and founder. After this conversation I love her even more because of her raw honesty and willingness to share the hard things from her journey.This is one of the most honest conversations I have had on this show. If you have ever built something and wondered what it is costing you, this episode is for you.About Tracy Holland I'm a founder, investor, and operator who has spent more than two decades building brands and businesses with women who lead. I co-founded HATCHBEAUTY and helped scale it to over $750M in cumulative wholesale revenue, launching and growing brands like Naturewell, Nuance by Salma Hayek, BLISS Color, FOUND Active, and Orlando Pita Haircare.The pod discusses alignment of spirituality and strategy.:My work sits at the intersection of mindset, intuition, and strategic execution. I believe true business growth happens when you align who you are with how you lead, combining inner clarity with smart, scalable strategy. I help women step into their power by strengthening both their mindset and their business strategy. That means building confidence, trusting their instincts, and pairing that with proven frameworks to grow, scale, and lead. It's not either/or, it's both.LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram| LinkedIn | Facebook |Website_____________________We appreciate you, thank you for listening. Let us know in the comments what resonated in this episode, we want to hear from you. Leave a comment, like, share with one person who needs to hear the message our guest shared. Take our QUIZ and find out what your talent is worth in this market:  What's Your Talent Worth (http://WhatsYourTalentWorth.com)Follow us on Instagram:Check us out on Tik Tok: Work With Us

As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat, Bobby had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser. Hayley is considered one of the best female hockey players of all time. Canada's all-time leading scorer, she has won seven world championships, made six Olympic appearances, and won five Olympic medals, four of them Gold.

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Toronto as part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. Here, Bobby speaks to some of Ireland's most promising entrepreneurs and gets a sense of the business landscape from some of Canada's most distinguished business minds.

As part of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat in Toronto, Bobby had the chance to chat with former Ireland soccer international, Kevin Kilbane, to talk life in Canada, the forthcoming FIFA World Cup, and more.

This week, Bobby and the team were broadcasting from Japan as part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat. You'll hear from the likes of Colonel Chris Hadfield, Ontario resident and Irish footballing legend, Kevin Kilbane, Laura McCarthy of Drink Botanicals Ireland, Bobby Healy of Manna Air Delivery, and Jennifer Rock of Skingredients.

As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat, Bobby had the opportunity to speak with Goldy Hyder, President & CEO of the Business Council of Canada, about his role representing Canadian business leaders across the country and around the world.

Colonel Chris Hadfield is an astronaut, business leader, hi-tech entrepreneur, five-time bestselling author, and global speaker on leadership, change, and managing life. Having commanded the International Space Station and directed companies, he has deep experience with best practices and tactics on guiding teams through extreme circumstances of complexity and change. As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat to Toronto, Bobby spoke with Chris about his flying career, becoming a viral sensation, and more.

As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat to Toronto, Bobby spoke with three people who have all been first movers and innovators in their field: - Laura McCarthy of Drink Botanicals Ireland - Bobby Healy of Manna Air Delivery - Jennifer Rock of Skingredients.

As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat, Bobby had the opportunity to speak with some of this year's finalists involved in the medical and personalised care space: - Brian Shields of Neurent Medical - Dr Harriet Treacy of Beyondbmi - Danny Buckley of ADHD NOW.

Jay Klein is the Founder & CEO of The PUR Company Inc., where he leads a global brand committed to making simple, better-for-you substitutions – without compromising taste or quality. As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat to Toronto, Bobby had the opportunity to speak with him about the success of the business and more.

Joining Bobby, from Toronto, as part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO Retreat was Frank O'Keeffe, EY UK & Ireland Managing Partner.

As part of this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year CEO retreat to Toronto, Bobby spoke with fellow Canadian "Dragon", from CBC's Dragons' Den, General Partner at District Ventures Capital & Bestselling Author, Arlene Dickinson.

Medicaid reimbursements are shrinking, providers are pulling back, and vulnerable populations are losing access to care. Akido Labs is betting that AI can expand care capacity fast enough to reverse that trend.This week, Halle sits down with Prashant Samant, co-founder and CEO of Akido Labs, to discuss what it actually takes to scale care with AI. They explore why Akido built a full-stack healthcare company, how its AI operates inside real clinical workflows, and why the hardest patients are the best place to test whether this model works.We cover:Why he chose to build a full-stack care modelHow AI changes who can deliver care, and whereWhy most healthcare AI tools fail once they hit real clinical workflowsWhy the doctor shortage cannot be solved by training more doctorsHow the bottleneck in healthcare AI is absorption, not innovationAbout our guest:Prashant S. Samant is CEO and co-founder of Akido, a healthcare technology company that builds clinical AI and operates a multi-state medical network serving hundreds of thousands of patients. He co-founded Akido in 2015 through USC's Digital Health Lab. In 2023, he and his co-founders received the EY Entrepreneur of the Year–Greater Los Angeles Award. Samant is also a co-founder and board member of Grid110, a nonprofit accelerator supporting early-stage entrepreneurs. He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Washington University in St. Louis.— Show Notes:Akido's recently-published white paper on street medicine—

What does it actually feel like when the company you built starts falling apart? In 2021, Aedan Fida's company, Blade Air, was on top of the world. They had a $20 million school board contract, 25,000 square feet of manufacturing space, and revenue hitting $30 million. Then, the pandemic ended, and revenue dropped off a cliff—falling to just $2 million by 2024. In this episode, Aedan (a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and EY Entrepreneur of the Year) gives one of the most candid accounts of founder life we've ever hosted. From sleeping in cars to build prototypes to the brutal reality of a 93% revenue drop, Aedan shares the "deep learning" that comes when you stop chasing goalposts and start leading with purpose.

Bobby is joined by EY Ireland Head of Assurance & EY Entrepreneur of the Year Partner Lead, Roger Wallace, to talk about this year's EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.

As a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and founder and Executive Chair of Multi-Health Systems (MHS), Dr. Steven Stein spent over four decades advancing the science and application of emotional intelligence and psychological assessment. At MHS, they've built a global reputation for delivering scientifically validated tools used by governments, militaries, Fortune 500 companies, and elite sports teams. Their work has earned recognition as a three-time Profit 100 winner, one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, one of the 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and an E&Y Entrepreneur of the year in Health Care. Dr. Stein also brought psychological expertise and candidate selection assessments to reality TV, consulting on shows that include Beast Games, Big Brother Canada, Yes Chef, The Amazing Race Canada, MasterChef Canada, and many, many more. Whether Dr. Stein is speaking on stage, consulting with leaders, teaching at The Directors College, or conducting psychological evaluations for reality TV, his mission is to help people and organizations thrive through emotional intelligence, resilience, and evidence-based insight. In episode 663 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what a psychologist does behind the scenes of a reality show, why reality TV resonates so strongly with college students, what inspired Dr. Stein to to start studying these personality patterns, when does healthy competition become unhealthy, what does "The Strategist / Mastermind" bring to a team, how these personality archetypes can help you navigate friendships, leadership roles, and conflicts on campus, how emotional intelligence will influence whether someone becomes a respected leader in a group, three habits college students should start practicing today, what skills will matter most for students entering the workforce, and what advice he would give his 20 year old self. Enjoy!

Neil Skeffington is the CEO and founder of Meath based Novelplast, an innovative PET plastic recycling company.  Beginning operations in late 2019, Neil's passion for sustainability in  plastics and developing the circular economy has grown the company sales into a diverse range of industries, employing 60 people and becoming the largest PET recycling plant in Ireland by some distance. Neil has spent his career in the PET manufacturing industry both in Ireland and abroad, before setting his sights on developing recycling solutions for some of the world's problem plastic materials.Novelplast's vision is to be a world leader in improving the sustainability of plastics by developing technologies that add value and create a better environment for future generations. Their process is leading the change in how polyester material is recycled and repurposed. They save 1000's of tons of post-industrial and post - consumer pet materials  from landfill per year. The materials are cleaned and pelletised and a unique blend of additives is used to improve the mechanical and aesthetic properties of the end product, resulting in a viable alternative to using virgin PET material.Neil was an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist in 2023.This is the 73rd episode in the Davy podcast series ‘Everyday Business with Aidan Donnelly' with special guest Neil Skeffington, CEO and Founder at Novelplast.

About the Guest: Wemimo Abbey grew up in Lagos, Nigeria, where he witnessed his mother borrow at 400% interest to fund his education. That early experience inspired him to co-found Esusu, helping millions of Americans get credit for paying rent and access fair financial services. Abbey has been recognized on the TIME100 NEXT List and named EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2023. He serves on the SEC Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, the University of Minnesota Crookston Board of Trustees, LEDA, and co-chairs the LACMA Director Circle. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Minnesota and earned an M.P.A. from NYU's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. What You Will Learn: How to turn early adversity and rejection into entrepreneurial success The power of resilience, faith, and purpose in leadership Why failure is a stepping stone and “falling forward” accelerates growth Strategies for building mission-driven companies that create tangible impact Lessons on teamwork and collaboration: going far together, not just fast alone Discover how to lead with impact, embrace failure as a tool for growth, and create opportunities for others while building a sustainable business. Join Joe and Wemimo for a conversation full of inspiration, practical wisdom, and the mindset needed to make a difference. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

What if AI engines could drive 10–15x more traffic to your online store—and most businesses don't even realize it's happening yet? If you run an online store or sell products through e-commerce channels, AI engines are quickly becoming the new gateway to customer discovery. Instead of relying solely on traditional search or marketplaces, companies are now seeing massive traffic surges simply by optimizing their sites for how AI answers questions and recommends products. In this episode, you'll hear how one e-commerce CEO is leveraging AI engines to dramatically increase visibility—and how you can apply the same ideas to grow your own online store. By listening, you'll discover how to: Position your website so AI engines recommend your products when customers ask buying questions. Use simple AI-driven content strategies—like FAQs and structured answers—to dramatically increase organic traffic. Navigate the rapidly changing e-commerce landscape where AI, Amazon advertising, and global competition are reshaping growth. Play the episode now to learn how CEOs can tap into AI engines to unlock the next wave of online store growth. Check out: 03:45 – From One Used Book to a Global E-Commerce Business Rupesh shares how a single online sale sparked the idea that eventually grew into a company partnering with over 1,500 brands across 40+ countries. 10:40 – How AI Engines Are Driving Massive Website Traffic A deep dive into how optimizing websites for AI-driven questions—through FAQs and structured content—can generate dramatic traffic increases. 22:15 – The Two Big Changes Reshaping Amazon Sellers Rupesh explains how advertising and Amazon's AI tools are changing the rules of visibility—and why brands must adapt quickly to stay competitive. About Rupesh Sanghavi Rupesh Sanghavi is the founder and CEO of Ergode, an e-commerce-first, omni-channel brand growth company that has partnered with over 1,500 brands, expanded reach to 40+ countries, and acquired over 15 consumer brands. His entrepreneurial journey began with reselling a single used book and has since grown into leading a global portfolio of businesses across categories. Under his leadership, Ergode has scaled into a trusted name with 18+ years of experience, 96% lifetime positive feedback, and a 250+ member workforce worldwide. Twice a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Rupesh is known for blending resilience and vision with a hands-on, relatable style. Outside of business, he writes a blog called Cloverbites, where he shares reflections on leadership and life. An avid traveller who has visited 100+ countries, he draws inspiration from diverse cultures and experiences that shape both his business outlook and personal growth.

SME's face various challenges when adopting digital tools in Ireland, which is why empowering SMEs with accessible technology is critical to economic growth. A fast and  simple ERP can redefine the market dynamics for small business success and one man who knows all-out this is Morgan Browne founder and CEO  of Enterpryze. I recently caught up with Morgan to find out more.Morgan talks about his background, cloud erp solution, AI  and more.More about Morgan Browne:Morgan Browne is the Founder and CEO of Enterpryze and is a highly regarded member of SAP's Global Partner Executive Council and was a finalist in the EY (Entrepreneur of the Year Awards) in 2015.He spent a year studying Computer Science at the Institute of Technology Tallaght before catching the entrepreneurial bug. An avid businessman and technology enthusiast, Morgan Browne is passionate about helping SMEs succeed financially, and empowering them to achieve their full potential.With this in mind, Morgan purchased Milner Browne 10 years ago and developed it from a reseller business into a solutions company using SAP technology as a key platform provider.The Milner Browne Group develops business management software to help SMEs work smarter and more effectively, Milner Browne is a Deloitte best managed companies platinum member and a fast 50 finalist.In 2017, Morgan officially launched Enterpryze, the world's first mobile-first solution for SAP Business One.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ was born from a deeply personal need and built with a sharp entrepreneurial lens. After founding and scaling PRIMP to eight locations and styling nearly a million women, Michele Henry saw firsthand how underserved women felt when it came to accessible, effective skincare. Following the birth of her third child, she experienced hormonal shifts and skin changes that the market simply wasn't addressing—so she created the solution. Designed from day one as a franchise model, FACE FOUNDRIÉ empowers other entrepreneurs to build scalable, community-driven aesthetics businesses with proven systems and brand power behind them. Under Michele's leadership, the company has become one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Midwest, ranking #35 on the Inc. list. Michele's impact has earned her recognition as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, a Forbes-profiled founder, and a Minnesota 40 Under 40 honoree. With a proprietary product line and curated partnerships, FACE FOUNDRIÉ delivers results-driven services in a modern, approachable environment—bridging the gap between luxury aesthetics and everyday accessibility. In this episode, Michele also discusses: Transitioning from fashion to skincare Franchise marketing secrets: brand cohesion and local market dominance Designing fully customizable facials tailored to individual skin goals The no-downtime facial clients can't stop booking The most requested add-ons, including dermaplaning Building a seamless brand experience from retail roots to skincare studios Why successful founders pivot fast–and don't dwell on missteps Strategic nationwide expansion and scaling with intention We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Michele's journey and the growth of Face Foundrie. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in-depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more. Be sure to check out Face Foundrie at www.facefoundrie.com and on Instagram at @facefoundrie Rated #1 Best Beauty Business Podcast on FeedPost This episode is brought to you by Wavebreak Leading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver. Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year. From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI. Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

Learn how to ask deeper questions that separate top performers from everyone else in the age of AI. Ask Deeper is more than just a concept, it's the competitive advantage that separates those who thrive from those who get left behind. In this episode, we explore why knowing the right questions to ask matters far more than having all the answers, whether you're prompting AI, understanding your customers, or pressure-testing million-dollar decisions. We dive into the concept of "value journalism," the art of iterative AI prompting, and why billionaires don't just chase great ideas they systematically ask why those ideas might fail before moving forward. Joining me are two brilliant minds who embody this principle in different arenas. John Hall, best-selling author of "Top of Mind" and recipient of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, shares how curiosity and journalistic questioning have shaped his approach to thought leadership, content, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing landscape. Krish Ramineni, Co-Founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, reveals the first-principles thinking that helped him build a product used by millions — including the bold decision-making frameworks that turned "impossible" ideas into industry-disrupting realities. KEY TAKEAWAYS: True expertise isn't about having all the answers it's about knowing your limits and being resourceful enough to find the right solutions. You stop being an expert the moment you stop learning, because the world never stops evolving. The future belongs to those who know what questions to ask, not those who memorize answers. Great AI prompting is about thoughtful, iterative questioning asking the AI to reevaluate and refine gets exponentially better results. Value journalism means digging deeper with customers by asking "why" and "what could make this better" rather than surface-level questions. Before chasing why an idea will succeed, ask what would stop, prevent, or slow you down then build strategies to overcome those constraints. First-principles thinking allows you to push the envelope on bold ideas while systematically mitigating the risks. The quality of your decisions and ultimately your success is directly tied to the quality of the questions you're willing to ask. Growing your business is hard, but it doesn't have to be. In this podcast, we will be discussing top level strategies for both growing and expanding your business beyond seven figures. The show will feature a mix of pure content and expert interviews to present key concepts and fundamental topics in a variety of different formats. We believe that this format will enable our listeners to learn the most from the show, implement more in their businesses, and get real value out of the podcast. Enjoy the show. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes. Your support and reviews are important and help us to grow and improve the show. Follow Charles Gaudet and Predictable Profits on Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/PredictableProfits Instagram: instagram.com/predictableprofits Twitter: twitter.com/charlesgaudet LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Visit Charles Gaudet's Wesbites:  www.PredictableProfits.com www.predictableprofits.com/community https://start.predictableprofits.com/community  

With Jason Wenk—Founder and CEO, Altruist Overview A candid conversation on rethinking custody from the ground up—and why simplification, aligned economics, and integrated technology are becoming critical for advisors building modern, scalable firms. Listen in… > Download a transcript of this episode… NOTE: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Diamond Consultants. Neither Diamond Consultants nor the guests on this podcast are compensated in any way for their participation. About this episode… For decades, advisors have built their businesses on custodial infrastructure that was never designed to support how modern firms actually operate. In many cases, fragmented technology stacks, paper-heavy processes, and economic factors often benefit the platform more than the advisor or client. Jason Wenk saw that firsthand. Before launching Altruist, Jason built and scaled FormulaFolios from zero to over $4B in assets—giving him a front-row seat to what works, what breaks, and where traditional custody and technology create friction as firms grow. Rather than layering another tool on top of an already complex system, Jason made a far more ambitious bet: to rebuild custody, technology, and economics from the ground up as a single, fully integrated platform. In this conversation with host Louis Diamond, Jason pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a next-generation custodian, including: The myths around custody and brand—and why the next wave of growth may belong to firms willing to rethink the infrastructure they build on. Challenging long-standing assumptions around custody—and why Altruist built a vertically integrated solution from the ground up. The advantages of vertical integration—and why simplification, automation, and aligned economics are becoming essential to advisor growth. The real cost of complexity—and why so many advisors and business owners underestimate it. The value of AI and automation—and how Jason sees it will reshape the next-generation RIA. It's a thoughtful, candid look at the future of custody and what it means for advisors who want to build scalable, modern businesses. Want to learn more about where, why, and how advisors like you are moving? Click to contact us or call 908-879-1002. Related Resources The Future of Prospecting: How AI Is Powering the Next Era of Advisor Growth FINNY Co-Founder Eden Ovadia shares how AI is transforming advisor prospecting: automating outreach, matching advisors with ideal clients, and freeing time for deeper human connection. A forward-looking conversation on what growth will look like in the next era of wealth management. The Four Horsemen of the Independent Apocalypse Model or partner misalignment is often the driver of these four common frustrations independent advisors encounter. Wealth Management Landscape at a Glance We created this “at a glance” continuum infographic—to help you navigate the different models and understand how their features stack up. Jason Wenk Founder and CEO Jason Wenk is the Founder and CEO of Altruist, the only modern custodian that’s fully digital, vertically integrated, and built exclusively for RIAs. Jason has lived and breathed the financial services industry over the last 25 years as a financial advisor, investment systems developer, analyst, and founder of his previous company, FormulaFolios. With Jason as CEO, FormulaFolios achieved a 13,927% 3-year growth rate and managed over $3.2 billion. This rapid growth ranked the firm as a fastest-growing private company in the country by Inc. magazine 4 years in a row, reaching as high as #10. Jason was also recently named a national EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018. Also available on your favorite podcast app and other media sites

This week on Inside Business, host Ciarán Hancock is joined in studio by Cliff Taylor to talk about the recent surge in the price of gold, which went past $5,000 an ounce on Monday, setting a new high. In January alone, the price has climbed by 17 per cent.So, who's buying it? Why is it viewed as a safe investment? And what role has US president Donald Trump played in this price spike?Cliff has been following the story and explains the reasons behind the price surge. The EY Entrepreneur of the Year programme has been running since 1998, with Denis O'Brien chosen as the first winner. Each year 24 finalists are chosen for a months-long programme of events, culminating in awards night and the announcement of the category and overall winners. Last year, Edward McCloskey of WaterWipes fame took home the overall prize. Roger Wallace is the EY partner in charge of the programme while 2025 finalist James Kelly is a managing director with LMH Engineering in Arklow, Co Wicklow. They joined Ciarán in studio for a chat on the benefits of the awards programme, what it takes to be an entrepreneur and the current state of Irish entrepreneurship.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Down to Business has a long association with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and that will continue this year. This year's awards programme has just been launched, and joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is Roger Wallace, Head of Assurance and EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Ireland.

Recorded live at The Sugar Club, this special edition of The Entrepreneur Experiment brings three standout Irish founders on stage for an honest, high-energy conversation about building modern businesses in public. Aine Kennedy, founder of The Smooth Company and newly crowned EY Entrepreneur of the Year, shares how she launched her first product with no budget, built everything herself, with the help of her family, and turned documenting the journey on TikTok into 150 million organic views, now shipping to 70 countries worldwide. Nadia Adan, founder of Ashford Motors, breaks down how she went from a small yard and a handful of cars to creating one of Ireland's most recognisable automotive brands - by obsessing over customer experience, moving faster than traditional dealers, and using social media to build trust at scale. Rounding out the panel, Jack Pierse, co-founder of Wayflyer and now Bold Golf and Happy Stack, reflects on launching a fintech at the start of COVID, scaling to €100 million per month in lending, the realities of hypergrowth, and what he's doing differently this time. From viral content and community-led growth to staying lean, moving fast, and learning the hard lessons of scale, this live episode is packed with real-world insight, plenty of humour, and unfiltered founder stories. An entertaining and insightful listen for you! Show Notes Hosted by Gary Fox, with Aine Kennedy, Nadia Adan, and Jack Pierse Recorded live at The Sugar Club, Dublin How Aine Kennedy launched The Smooth Company from scratch and built a global brand by documenting the journey online Turning TikTok into a growth engine: 150 million organic views and customers in 70 countries Why building in public — without gatekeeping — is changing who feels able to start a business Nadia Adan's rise from a small car yard to one of Ireland's most recognisable automotive brands Using customer service, flexibility, and speed to outperform traditional main dealers Dealing with online trolls when reputation and real-world sales are on the line The Wayflyer origin story: launching during COVID and scaling to €100M per month in lending The realities of hypergrowth, rapid hiring, and the lessons learned the hard way Why Jack Pierse is building his second company, Happy Stack, slower and leaner A candid, entertaining live discussion on growth, community, and staying adaptable in modern business Links & Resources The Smooth Company – https://www.thesmoothcompany.com/ Ashford Motors - https://www.ashfordmotors.ie/ Happy Stack – https://www.happystack.com/ Bold Golf - https://bold-golf.com/ ——  Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly inspiration on Business, Brain and Body, as well as exclusive events, courses and more, straight to your inbox. It's free! https://www.mrgaryfox.com/subscribe-1  ---  Visit my partners  Azure Communications: https://bit.ly/azureEE   Nostra: https://bit.ly/3HHwSMo —- Music Credit: “Nobody Knows” by Andrew Applepie — used under royalty-free license.

Some industries are easy to disrupt. Infrastructure isn't one of them. But by focusing on adoption over features, clarity over complexity, and tempo over comfort, Shelley Copsey has built FYLD into a company reshaping how frontline operations work.In this episode, she breaks down the real levers of transformation: making work visible, removing friction, earning trust in high-risk environments, and rebuilding leadership as the company scales. Her insights go far beyond infrastructure - they're a blueprint for any CEO trying to grow a company inside a resistant or complex market.What you'll learn:

Regular listeners will know that Down to Business has a long association with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. This week, Bobby is joined by some of this year's finalists and alumni to look at the changing nature of financial services. Joining Bobby is:Eddie Dillon, who is a finalist in the emerging categoryDerek Foley of Grid Finance who is in the established categoryRoger Wallace, Head of Assurance & EY Entrepreneur of the Year Partner Lead

Regular listeners will know that Down to Business has a long association with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. This week, Bobby is joined by some of this year's finalists and alumni to look at the topic of education and how entrepreneurs are changing the nature of learning. Joining Bobby is:Brendan Noud, co-founder and CEO of LearnUponKarl Fitzpatrick, CEO of Chevron College Louella Morton, co-founder and co-CEO of TestReach

Welcome to another Market Dominance Guys episode, and today we're trying something completely different. What happens when you spend four hours in a studio recording sales training content, and then someone creates an AI version of you? Well, you're about to find out. Our Chris Beall recently worked with Alex Kutsishin from myfuel.io to create AI-powered training experiences. The result? An AI Chris that sounds remarkably like the real thing – maybe a younger version – and knows everything Chris teaches about cold calling, market dominance, and the psychology of trust. In this experimental episode, the real Chris interviews his AI counterpart, diving into First to Converse principles, list-building strategies, and how to master the emotional journey of cold calling. It's enlightening, it's creative, and yes, it's a little weird hearing Chris talk to himself. But it showcases an efficient new way for sales teams and enterprises to access expert training 24/7. Let's listen in as human meets algorithm in the pursuit of sales excellence. Alex Kutsishin, Chief Executive Officer Alex Kutsishin is co-founder and CEO of FUEL !nc, the world's first Performance-as-a-Service platform for sales teams and leadership designed to redefine business education and performance standards. With an entrepreneurial spirit evident since his youth, he has co-founded ten companies — from pioneering medical offices in Washington, D.C. to introducing the first American-based low-code, no-code platform for custom mobile websites. Kutsishin has won numerous awards, including EY Entrepreneur of the Year.

Bryan Myers is the President & Chief Executive Officer for [solidcore] and is an active [solidcore] Coach. In his role as CEO, Bryan is responsible for all aspects of delivering business performance, including [solidcore]'s national footprint growth and building a strong, inclusive community of clients and employees.Prior to joining the [solidcore] team in 2018, Bryan was a member of the leadership team of sweetgreen, the national leader in the healthy fast casual category. He joined sweetgreen in 2014 and, over the course of 4 years, wore many hats as he helped the company grow from a regional chain of 20 restaurants to almost 100 locations nationally. Bryan began his career as a consultant for The Boston Consulting Group, providing strategic advice on topics of growth, organizational design, and operational transformation.When Bryan isn't sweating it out under the blue lights, you can find him immersed in the performing arts and attending shows at the many, amazing performance venues in the DC area. Bryan is also passionate about finding ways to give back to the community and serves in several advisory and mentorship capacities – with a particular focus on traditionally marginalized communities.In 2023, Bryan was recognized as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Mid-Atlantic Award Winner. He has also been nominated for and won several awards from the Washington Business Journal, including the Growth Award as a part of its CEO of the Year celebration in 2023. Bryan has also been featured as a speaker at national events, on podcasts, on television, and was featured in the March 2023 issue of Essence Magazine. Follow Bryan on -Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bmysoflyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmysofly/And find the closest [solidcore] studio near you: https://solidcore.co/

In this mashup episode, we're presenting our first two guests from the 2025 IANA Intermodal Expo, Kristy Knichel of Knichel Logistics and Gary Van Tassel of INFORM GmbH! Kristy shares the strategies behind running a non-asset-based intermodal company, how customer retention, flexibility in equipment, and strong carrier relationships gave them an edge during the COVID equipment shortages, and why events like the IANA Conference are critical for long-term business development. Gary talks about how automation, AI, and cybersecurity are shaping the future of supply chain efficiency and security!   About Kristy Knichel Meet Kristy Knichel, the heart and brains behind Knichel Logistics and a proud Pittsburgh native. She didn't just inherit the logistics torch from her father; she turned it into a blazing success story. Taking the helm as president in 2007 was more than a title shift; it was a game-changer. Since becoming president, Kristy's been playing logistics Jenga, stacking up growth year after year. Kristy's success in growing Knichel Logistics can be attributed to her strategic decision-making and ability to identify expansion opportunities, such as adding OTR, LTL, and specialty services, as well as a slew of technological advancements to boost efficiency. Through her leadership, Kristy has not only tripled the business but also solidified Knichel Logistics' reputation as a top player in the IMC community. Kristy has quite a few awards and accolades under her belt. Check out some of her most recent accomplishments, including the 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the 2022 Top Woman-Owned Companies in Transportation Award from Women in Trucking, and being the Intermodal Logistics Conference Chair on the TIA Board of Directors from 2019 to 2023. And get this: Kristy's the only woman to receive the E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year award for the East Central Region in 2022! Today, Kristy's focus is to elevate Knichel Logistics to new heights through strategic development. She's dedicated to providing her team with opportunities for growth and self-improvement. When Kristy isn't busy conquering the business world as well as being a devoted mom to Brayden and wife to Jason, she's rooting for the Steelers or embarking on a camping adventure with her loved ones. With a leader like Kristy, there's more than just logistics at play! Website: https://www.knichellogistics.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristyknichel/ / https://www.linkedin.com/company/knichel-logistics/    About Gary Van Tassel Gary van Tassel is a logistics and terminal operations expert with over 20 years of experience in maritime, intermodal, and rail environments, specializing in strategy, automation, and change management. Having started his career at APM Terminals, he has held senior leadership roles at REMPREX and CSX Intermodal Terminals, where he oversaw large-scale technology-enabled transformation initiatives, including greenfield terminal developments and automation programs. Since March 2025, Gary serves as Director Sales North America at INFORM's Terminal & Distribution Center Logistics Division, a German-based software company with a history of over 55 years in optimizing logistics processes. Website: https://www.inform-software.com/en/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-van-tassel-5751b2220/ / https://www.linkedin.com/company/inform/  

Alex Kutsishin is the co-founder and CEO of FUEL Inc., the world's first Performance-as-a-Service platform designed to deliver cutting-edge performance training for sales teams and leaders. FUEL is transforming traditional business education by combining science-backed learning, real-time coaching, and advanced analytics to create happier, healthier, and more productive professionals. A born entrepreneur, Alex has co-founded ten companies across diverse industries—from launching medical offices in Washington, D.C., to building the first American-based low-code/no-code platform for creating custom mobile websites. His ventures consistently push the boundaries of innovation, blending technology and strategic growth to meet evolving market demands. Alex's achievements have earned him widespread recognition, including EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Inc. 101, and Deloitte Fast 50 honors. He is also credited with building the fastest-growing mortgage technology company in the world, achieving a staggering 7,000% growth in just four years. With FUEL, Alex continues his mission to redefine how individuals and organizations unlock peak performance.   During the show we discussed: How Fuel differs from traditional LM “Performance-as-a-Service” explained The gap Fuel fills in training Boosting retention by 700% On-demand video library content Daily live coaching structure Science-backed learning methods Manager tools for tracking & analytics Fostering accountability & growth Personalized learning paths Client ROI & performance gains   Resources: https://www.myfuel.io/

Guest Bios:Brittanny Kreutzer started The Speaker Exchange Agency with a background in sales and a love for the speaking industry. She was given a taste of the speaking industry while interning in college for Nancy Lauterbach, a past speakers bureau owner. Upon graduation from college she began a successful career selling radio space and developing radio campaigns for CBS Radio in Kansas City; however, after a few years the excitement of the speaking industry drew her back in. After working at a speakers bureau for several years and becoming one of the top sales executives, she took a break to spend time with her newborn baby Madison. The love she has for this industry struck again and after only a short month's break, Brittanny combined forces with her past colleague and friend, Julie Homsey, to create The Speaker Exchange Agency, LLC. Jeff Bigelow  joined SpeakInc in 1995, became Partner in 1996, and with over seventeen years of experience in the industry, still loves what he does. Jeff is a graduate of California State University of Northridge with a B.A. in Radio, Television, Film. At SpeakInc he works both in the corporate market, as well as the association market and is actively involved in the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). Outside of his time in the office, Jeff can be found relaxing at the nearest beach or swinging the clubs on one of Southern California's amazing golf courses. What brings him the most joy, of course, is spending time with his wife, Denise, and daughter, Faith.Takeaways:There are a lot more speakers now, requiring more time to review information.The buying cycle for clients has dramatically shortened.Clients are increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT to find speakers.Understanding the psychology of the audience is crucial for speaker selection.Pre-booking calls have become more common and important.Speakers should provide valuable information, not just check-ins.Top speakers maintain strong communication and relationships with agents.Speaker fees have increased, but value should not be tied solely to fees.AI is a growing topic of interest in the speaking industry.The human element in the speaking industry remains irreplaceable.Chapters:00:00 - The Evolution of the Speaking Industry03:01 - Shifts in Client Expectations05:57 - Understanding the Buying Process09:02 - The Role of Tone and Style in Speaker Selection12:01 - The Importance of Pre-Booking Calls15:12 - Staying Top of Mind in a Crowded Market19:01 - Understanding Speaker Engagement and Connection22:19 - The Top 5% of Speakers: What Sets Them Apart25:17 - Navigating Speaker Fees in a Changing Economy30:15 - The Impact of AI on the Speaking Industry34:00 - The Future of the Speaking Industry: Human Element vs. Technology35:35 - What We Love and Hate About the Speaking IndustryResourcesLearn more about Brittanny Kreutzer:WebsiteLinkedInLearn more about Jeff Bigelow:WebsiteLinkedInLearn more about Josh Linkner:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagramXFacebookABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter its starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is powered by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner — a New York Times bestselling author — is a rare blend of business, art, and science.On the business front, he's been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which created over 10,000 jobs and sold for a combined value of over $200 million. He's the co-founder and Managing Partner of Muditā (moo-DEE-tah) Venture Partners - an early-stage venture capital firm investing in groundbreaking technologies. Over the last 30 years, he's helped over 100 startups launch and scale, creating over $1 billion in investor returns. He's twice been named the EY Entrepreneur of The Year and is the recipient of the United States Presidential Champion of Change Award.While proud of his business success, his roots are in the dangerous world of jazz music. Josh has been playing guitar in smoky jazz clubs for 40 years, studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, and has performed over 1000 concerts around the world. His experiences in both business and music led him to become one of the world's foremost experts on innovation. Josh is the co-founder and Chairman of Platypus Labs, a global research, training, and consulting firm. Today, he's on a mission to help leaders Find A Way™ through creative problem-solving, inventive thinking, and ingenuity.Learn more about Josh: JoshLinkner.comSPONSORED BY AMPLIFY PUBLISHING GROUP:Partnering with CXOs, keynote speakers, change makers, and other visionary leaders, Amplify Publishing Group (APG) is a leader in the hybrid publishing space with more than twenty years of experience acquiring, producing, marketing, and distributing books. Passionate about ideas and voices that need to be heard, they're known for launching books that start engaging and timely conversations. At each turn, they have been at the forefront of innovation and have spearheaded a critical disruption of the publishing industry.Learn more at: amplifypublishinggroup.comPOWERED BY IMPACTELEVEN:ImpactEleven is a speaker training, development and accelerator Community working tirelessly to develop and serve thousands of voices with infinite influence to transform lives and the world for the better.Learn more at: impacteleven.com

 Today's episode is one of the most honest, vulnerable, and powerful conversations we've had in quite a bit. I'm sitting down with my friend Joshua Church, who co-founded Edge Theory Labs, and built it from a garage prototype into a $20 million brand in under three years, only to make the incredibly hard decision to shut it all down. What came next cracked him wide open in the best, hardest, and most human way. In this episode, we discuss:Joshua's story, the rise & fall of Edge Theory Labs, and what ultimately led to its shut down What it's like to fail publicly and how it changed Joshua's perception of failureHow Josh faced some of his worst fears, including getting internet hate, as well as the most powerful tools and practices that got him through it The experiences that brought him into deeper faith, emotional presence, and a whole new level of leadershipDivine vs. toxic masculinity, from the male perspectiveHow Josh is helping founders become the leader that their business actually needsMore About Joshua:Joshua Church helps founders become the leader their business and mission truly need. As co-founder of Edge Theory Labs, he turned a garage prototype into a $20 million brand in under three years—before having to shut it down. That rise-and-fall proved long-term success hinges on how you lead yourself and others through both highs and headwinds. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, and host of The Way You Lead podcast, Joshua now distills those lessons into playbooks, workshops, and keynotes, cultivating a community of leaders fueled by strength, heart, faith, and authenticity.Where to Connect with Josh:Website: www.joshuadeanchurch.comIG: @joshuadeanchurchTikTok: @joshuadeanchurchYoutube: @joshuadeanchurchLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshchurch/Support the Podcast & Get Your Questions Answered: If this episode supports you, it would mean the world to me if you are able to take two minutes to rate it on Spotify and give it a follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, so you get notified when weekly episodes drop! Have a question you'd like to get answered on the podcast or a topic you'd like me to speak on? Let me know here!Ways to Work with Nora:1:1 Coaching: Now Accepting Waitlist Applications. Apply here.$EEN Mastermind: For established online coaches and service providers who desire to scale to six to multiple-six figures, become an influential leader, and stand out as an industry icon. Enrolling now!Big Vision Mastermind: For aspiring or early stage online coaches and service providerswho are ready to escape their 9-5 and turn their passion into their full-time paycheck. Enrolling Now!The Podcasting for Business Growth Mini Course: This mini course includes everything you need to know to start, scale, and...

Guest Bio:Dr. Heiss is a stress expert dedicated to transforming our fears into fuel we can use through her T-minus 3 Technique. Her research has been designated "transformative" by the National Science Foundation. When she's not on a stage, she is happiest when hiking or surfing with her two spoiled rotten dogs Guinness and Murphy.Takeaways:Fear can be transformed into fuel for action.Curiosity and fear cannot coexist; choose curiosity.The cost of inaction can be greater than the cost of action.You can experience excitement and fear simultaneously.Post-traumatic growth is a common experience for many.Community support is crucial during stressful times.Authenticity in speaking leads to greater connection with the audience.The T-minus 3 technique helps manage fear effectively.Recognizing biological responses to stress can aid in performance.Finding meaning in stress can enhance personal growth.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Fear and Stress03:11 - Transforming Fear into Fuel05:49 - The Fearless Formula for Speakers08:57 - Reframing Worst Case Scenarios11:55 - Biology and Stress Response14:41 - Finding Meaning in Stress17:51 - The T-minus 3 Technique20:50 - Personal Growth and Community Impact23:50 - Authenticity in Speaking27:51 - The Power of Connection30:47 - Conclusion and Key TakeawaysResourcesLearn more about Dr. Rebecca Heiss:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFacebookLearn more about Josh Linkner:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagramXFacebookABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter its starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is sponsored by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner — a New York Times bestselling author — is a rare blend of business, art, and science.On the business front, he's been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which created over 10,000 jobs and sold for a combined value of over $200 million. He's the co-founder and Managing Partner of Muditā (moo-DEE-tah) Venture Partners - an early-stage venture capital firm investing in groundbreaking technologies. Over the last 30 years, he's helped over 100 startups launch and scale, creating over $1 billion in investor returns. He's twice been named the EY Entrepreneur of The Year and is the recipient of the United States Presidential Champion of Change Award.While proud of his business success, his roots are in the dangerous world of jazz music. Josh has been playing guitar in smoky jazz clubs for 40 years, studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, and has performed over 1000 concerts around the world. His experiences in both business and music led him to become one of the world's foremost experts on innovation. Josh is the co-founder and Chairman of Platypus Labs, a global research, training, and consulting firm. Today, he's on a mission to help leaders Find A Way™ through creative problem-solving, inventive thinking, and ingenuity.Learn more about Josh: JoshLinkner.comSPONSORED BY AMPLIFY PUBLISHING GROUP:Partnering with CXOs, keynote speakers, change makers, and other visionary leaders, Amplify Publishing Group (APG) is a leader in the hybrid publishing space with more than twenty years of experience acquiring, producing, marketing, and distributing books. Passionate about ideas and voices that need to be heard, they're known for launching books that start engaging and timely conversations. At each turn, they have been at the forefront of innovation and have spearheaded a critical disruption of the publishing industry.Learn more at: amplifypublishinggroup.comPOWERED BY IMPACTELEVEN:ImpactEleven is a speaker training, development and accelerator Community working tirelessly to develop and serve thousands of voices with infinite influence to transform lives and the world for the better.Learn more at: impacteleven.com

James Bascharon, DVM, is the founder and CEO of Vetnique, a pet health company dedicated to creating vet-formulated solutions that help pets thrive for life. Since launching in 2012 with the groundbreaking supplement Glandex for anal gland health, Bascharon has led Vetnique to become a leader across multiple categories including digestive support, dermatology, ear care, and joint health. His passion for innovation has guided the company's rapid growth—most recently marked by Vetnique's acquisition and US launch of YuMOVE, a globally trusted, science-backed joint health supplement. Bascharon was also recently named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner, a true testament to his impact on veterinary innovation and the pet health industry.

Guest Bio:Rising to notoriety with his most-viewed TED Talk (top 200 out of 60,000), “What I Learned from 100 Days of Rejection,” which became the basis for his bestselling book and #1 audio book, Rejection Proof: How I Beat Fear and Became Invincible Through 100 Days of Rejection, Jia Jiang has become the world's foremost expert on rejection. A top-booked speaker, Jia is the sought-after authority on empowering confidence and resilience, overcoming one's fear of rejection, and daring to be bolder in both life and career. His upcoming book, The Art of Achieving Ambitious Things (Simon & Schuster, May 2026), expands on his mission to help anyone overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams and goals by adopting his breakthrough One Action Goal system.Takeaways:Jia Jiang's 100 days of rejection therapy helped him overcome fear.Humor plays a crucial role in dealing with rejection.Rejection is a natural part of the speaking industry.It's important to not reject yourself after external rejection.Aim for high goals to elevate your pursuits.Rejection can be turned into a learning opportunity.Creating momentum is key to achieving goals.Persistence and adaptability are both necessary in facing rejection.Life should be open to new experiences, not confined by lists.Building relationships can help turn rejections into future opportunities.Chapters:00:00 - The Journey of Rejection Therapy02:47 - Transforming Fear into Expertise06:09 - The Power of Humor in Rejection08:52 - Navigating Rejection in the Speaking Industry12:06 - Turning Rejection into Learning17:01 - Persistence vs. Adaptability in Rejection21:46 - Creating Momentum in Your Journey28:05 - Living Life Without a Rejection Bucket ListResourcesLearn more about Jia Jiang:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFacebookLearn more about Josh Linkner:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagramXFacebookABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter its starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is sponsored by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner — a New York Times bestselling author — is a rare blend of business, art, and science.On the business front, he's been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which created over 10,000 jobs and sold for a combined value of over $200 million. He's the co-founder and Managing Partner of Muditā (moo-DEE-tah) Venture Partners - an early-stage venture capital firm investing in groundbreaking technologies. Over the last 30 years, he's helped over 100 startups launch and scale, creating over $1 billion in investor returns. He's twice been named the EY Entrepreneur of The Year and is the recipient of the United States Presidential Champion of Change Award.While proud of his business success, his roots are in the dangerous world of jazz music. Josh has been playing guitar in smoky jazz clubs for 40 years, studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, and has performed over 1000 concerts around the world. His experiences in both business and music led him to become one of the world's foremost experts on innovation. Josh is the co-founder and Chairman of Platypus Labs, a global research, training, and consulting firm. Today, he's on a mission to help leaders Find A Way™ through creative problem-solving, inventive thinking, and ingenuity.Learn more about Josh: JoshLinkner.comSPONSORED BY AMPLIFY PUBLISHING GROUP:Partnering with CXOs, keynote speakers, change makers, and other visionary leaders, Amplify Publishing Group (APG) is a leader in the hybrid publishing space with more than twenty years of experience acquiring, producing, marketing, and distributing books. Passionate about ideas and voices that need to be heard, they're known for launching books that start engaging and timely conversations. At each turn, they have been at the forefront of innovation and have spearheaded a critical disruption of the publishing industry.Learn more at: amplifypublishinggroup.comPOWERED BY IMPACTELEVEN:ImpactEleven is a speaker training, development and accelerator Community working tirelessly to develop and serve thousands of voices with infinite influence to transform lives and the world for the better.Learn more at: impacteleven.com

Are you interested in franchising your business, but wondering when the right time is to do so? Or maybe, you recently franchise and you are faced with some challenges. Our guest today is Michele Henry, and she shares with us her miss of not franchising her first business and her make of inviting the right franchisees into her system. TODAY'S WIN-WIN:Invite the right franchisees to join her system. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: www.FaceFoundarie.com Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guest on social:https://www.instagram.com/facefoundrie/https://www.linkedin.com/company/facefoundrie/https://www.facebook.com/facefoundrie/ABOUT OUR GUEST:Michele Henry, grew up in a family of entrepreneurs and knew from a young age that she wanted to follow in their footsteps. Following the birth of her third child, Michele struggled to find skincare treatments that addressed the changes in her skin caused by hormonal shifts, age, pregnancies, and life's demands. This prompted her mission to fill a void in the aesthetics market. From inception, FACE FOUNDRIÉ was designed to be a franchise concept, empowering entrepreneurs to grow + scale their businesses through FACE FOUNDRIÉ's franchise opportunities. Michele has achieved success, multiple accolades, having been named EY Entrepreneur of the Year + profiled in Forbes. She is a member of Young President Organization (YPO) and serves on the Board of Directors. Michele was recognized on the Minnesota 40 under 40. FACE FOUNDRIÉ also ranked as the 35th fastest-growing private company in the Midwest by Inc Magazine, demonstrating its commitment to growth + innovation. ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

What happens when you give employees a stake in the company, pair them with AI tools, and train them to think like entrepreneurs? In doing this, Heidi Golledge, founder and CEO of Jobot, built a $200 million recruiting powerhouse in just five years. A three-time EY Entrepreneur of the Year and the visionary behind multiple successful exits—including one topping $100 million—Heidi scaled Jobot using a three-part strategy: an employee ownership model, AI-powered productivity, and leadership development rooted in accountability. The results? Recruiters increased their billings by 50% year-over-year. Productivity jumped 40% thanks to their proprietary AI, Jax. And teams hit performance goals 25% faster—all while allowing employees to earn up to $1 million annually. In this episode, you'll learn how Jobot's culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and ownership became its biggest growth lever—and how you can apply the same playbook to scale smarter. Connect with Heidi: https://jobot.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidigolledge/ Iconic business leaders all have their own unique genius. Take this quick 10 question quiz to uncover your specific CEO style advantage: https://cubicletoceo.co/quiz If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag me @missellenyin & @cubicletoceo so we can repost you. Leave a positive review or rating at www.ratethispodcast.com/cubicletoceo Subscribe for new episodes every Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Randal Pinkett. He has established himself as an entrepreneur, innovator, speaker, author, media personality and DEI expert who is leading the way in business, technology and equity for all. He is the co-founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a global, multimillion-dollar research, training, consulting, technology, and data analytics firm whose mission is to leverage diversity, insights and innovation to transform lives, accelerate equity and create lasting change. The company has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms, Ernst & Young as EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Manage HR Magazine as a Top 10 Firm for Diversity & Inclusion, the Black Enterprise BE100s list of the nation’s largest Black-owned businesses, and the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.Dr. Pinkett is an expert in several areas relating to emerging technologies, “big data” analytics, social innovation, culture, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and is a regular contributor on MSNBC, CNN, and Fox Business News. An international public speaker, he is the author or co-author of several books including Black Faces in High Places, Black Faces in White Places, Data-Driven DEI, Campus CEO, and No-Money Down CEO. He holds five degrees including: a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rutgers University; a M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Oxford in England; and a M.S. in Electrical Engineering, MBA, and Ph.D. from MIT. Most notably, he was the first and only African American to receive the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship at Rutgers University; he was inducted to the Academic All-America Hall of Fame, as a former high jumper, long jumper, sprinter and captain of the Rutgers men’s track and field team; and he was the winner of NBC’s hit reality television show, “The Apprentice.”Born in Philadelphia and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Pinkett is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated and First Baptist Church in Somerset, NJ, where he resides with his family, including a daughter and two sons. Dr. Pinkett firmly believes that “for those to whom much is given, much is expected,” so throughout his endeavors, he places great emphasis on his responsibility to give back to the community. Company Description * BCT Partners’ mission is to provide insights about diverse people that lead to equity.We are a national, multi-disciplinary consulting firm that delivers a full range of research, consulting, training, technology, and analytics services. BCT works with government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and foundations, and is one of the leading firms in the country with expertise in the following markets: housing and community development, economic development, workforce development, children and families, health, education, and diversity, equity & inclusion.We invite and welcome to our team people who share our values and goals; those with a passion for making the world a better place, who see strength in our diversity, seek equal opportunity for all communities and are motivated to create a more equitable and just society. We appreciate the knowledge, abilities, and ideas of each individual and embrace his/her/their positive contributions to our collaborative and dynamic work environment. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Randal Pinkett. He has established himself as an entrepreneur, innovator, speaker, author, media personality and DEI expert who is leading the way in business, technology and equity for all. He is the co-founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a global, multimillion-dollar research, training, consulting, technology, and data analytics firm whose mission is to leverage diversity, insights and innovation to transform lives, accelerate equity and create lasting change. The company has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms, Ernst & Young as EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Manage HR Magazine as a Top 10 Firm for Diversity & Inclusion, the Black Enterprise BE100s list of the nation’s largest Black-owned businesses, and the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.Dr. Pinkett is an expert in several areas relating to emerging technologies, “big data” analytics, social innovation, culture, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and is a regular contributor on MSNBC, CNN, and Fox Business News. An international public speaker, he is the author or co-author of several books including Black Faces in High Places, Black Faces in White Places, Data-Driven DEI, Campus CEO, and No-Money Down CEO. He holds five degrees including: a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rutgers University; a M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Oxford in England; and a M.S. in Electrical Engineering, MBA, and Ph.D. from MIT. Most notably, he was the first and only African American to receive the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship at Rutgers University; he was inducted to the Academic All-America Hall of Fame, as a former high jumper, long jumper, sprinter and captain of the Rutgers men’s track and field team; and he was the winner of NBC’s hit reality television show, “The Apprentice.”Born in Philadelphia and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Pinkett is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated and First Baptist Church in Somerset, NJ, where he resides with his family, including a daughter and two sons. Dr. Pinkett firmly believes that “for those to whom much is given, much is expected,” so throughout his endeavors, he places great emphasis on his responsibility to give back to the community. Company Description * BCT Partners’ mission is to provide insights about diverse people that lead to equity.We are a national, multi-disciplinary consulting firm that delivers a full range of research, consulting, training, technology, and analytics services. BCT works with government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and foundations, and is one of the leading firms in the country with expertise in the following markets: housing and community development, economic development, workforce development, children and families, health, education, and diversity, equity & inclusion.We invite and welcome to our team people who share our values and goals; those with a passion for making the world a better place, who see strength in our diversity, seek equal opportunity for all communities and are motivated to create a more equitable and just society. We appreciate the knowledge, abilities, and ideas of each individual and embrace his/her/their positive contributions to our collaborative and dynamic work environment. #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an era where AI is reshaping industries, can technology ever truly replicate the nuance and intuition of human judgment in hiring, or is the future all about finding the perfect balance between man and machine?Joining us today is Heidi Golledge, CEO and Founder of Jobot. A three-time EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner, Heidi is redefining the recruiting landscape by blending cutting-edge AI with human expertise. Known for her transformative “No Jerks Allowed” policy and her dedication to fostering inclusive, people-first workplaces, Heidi brings unparalleled insights into building authentic company cultures and disrupting the staffing industry.Heidi Golledge is a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for connecting good people to good jobs. As the founder and CEO of Jobot, she has developed an AI-powered platform that merges cutting-edge technology with a human-centered approach, transforming how talent and opportunities connect within the staffing and recruiting industry. A three-time EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner, Heidi has successfully scaled multiple businesses, including CareerBliss, a platform dedicated to workplace happiness, and another venture that achieved a $100M+ exit. Her leadership at Jobot is driven by a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection, empowering both individuals and organizations to thrive.RESOURCESJobot: https://www.jobot.com Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromListen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnowThe 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an era where AI is reshaping industries, can technology ever truly replicate the nuance and intuition of human judgment in hiring, or is the future all about finding the perfect balance between man and machine? Joining us today is Heidi Golledge, CEO and Founder of Jobot. A three-time EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner, Heidi is redefining the recruiting landscape by blending cutting-edge AI with human expertise. Known for her transformative “No Jerks Allowed” policy and her dedication to fostering inclusive, people-first workplaces, Heidi brings unparalleled insights into building authentic company cultures and disrupting the staffing industry. Heidi Golledge is a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for connecting good people to good jobs. As the founder and CEO of Jobot, she has developed an AI-powered platform that merges cutting-edge technology with a human-centered approach, transforming how talent and opportunities connect within the staffing and recruiting industry. A three-time EY Entrepreneur of the Year award winner, Heidi has successfully scaled multiple businesses, including CareerBliss, a platform dedicated to workplace happiness, and another venture that achieved a $100M+ exit. Her leadership at Jobot is driven by a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection, empowering both individuals and organizations to thrive. RESOURCES Jobot: https://www.jobot.com Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow 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