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What if the biggest threats to your deal flow aren't the numbers—but the blindspots?Gili Elkin, Founder and Managing Partner at ICI Fund (Innovation, Community, and Intelligence), shares how she evaluates and builds high-impact, high-integrity partnerships with both funders and founders.==============CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest:⁠⁠ ⁠Gili Elkin⁠, Founder and Managing Partner at ⁠ICI Fund

  The Green Impact Report Quick take: Angela Gill Nelms shares how interdisciplinary approaches and customer-centered innovation can transform healthcare while creating more sustainable outcomes—offering valuable lessons for green building professionals seeking to drive change in their organizations. Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Angela Gill Nelms is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and board member with a diverse background in SaaS and medical device technology.  She excels in building teams and companies centered on global corporate culture, strategic planning, and process improvement.  As the founder and host of the mental wellness podcast, Recovery Advocate Network Coffee and Conversation, she addresses stigma and resource disparities in mental health. Angela has received numerous awards, including Georgia Tech's Academy of Distinguished Alumni Award and recognition among Atlanta's 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies.  She serves on the Georgia Tech Advisory Board and the Recovery Advocate Network mental health board. Outside of work, Angela enjoys hiking, reading, and engaging in activities such as woodturning, blacksmithing, and cycling, having completed six IRONMAN races.

From Accenture to startup trenches, from teaching Bitcoin at Oklahoma University to fighting 250-pound Jiu Jitsu opponents before sunrise — Kaz's leadership journey is raw, revealing, and rich with insights.Kaz opens up about:* The bulldog blindspot that nearly sabotaged his team dynamics* Why he claims everyone at work is like a 3-year old, and why he is passionate about Oklahoma becoming Bitcoin Country* His mission to revolutionize how leaders discover wisdom ==============CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest:⁠⁠ ⁠Kaz Bycko,⁠ CEO of ⁠⁠⁠RedDirtMining and Bubblfm

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we're joined by Betsy Pepine—best-selling author, speaker, and serial entrepreneur—for an empowering conversation about breaking free from the metaphorical boxes that limit our potential. Betsy is the founder and broker of Pepine Realty, a company that has repeatedly been named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S., as well as Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work For. With a heart for helping others discover their true identity, Betsy shares lessons from her book Breaking Boxes: Dismantling the Metaphorical Boxes That Bind Us. In this episode, we dive into: The labels and stereotypes that keep us boxed in How to recognize and unpack the boxes holding you back Why stepping outside of expectations leads to true freedom How Betsy blends business success with personal empowerment If you've ever felt limited by roles, labels, or societal pressure, this episode will inspire you to reclaim your identity and live unapologetically.

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Welcome to a new episode of the Future Generations podcast! Today, Dr. Stanton Hom is joined by Ashley Hannawacker, a multi-passionate entrepreneur specializing in branding, women's transformation, and self-empowerment. Ashley speaks on her journey of overcoming anxiety and self-censorship and how it inspired her to work on the empowerment of women to fully express themselves. Learn about the importance of self-love, overcoming victimhood, and actionable steps to integrate personal transformation into daily life. This episode is perfect for mothers, women in business, and anyone interested in personal development and self-empowerment.   Highlights: “ I believe we are only limited by what we are unwilling to feel.”   “ I would rather be judged by living my truth than judged living a lie.”   “ We owe the world our truest, boldest, most liberated self-expression because that is how we're going to source and create that in the world.”   “ I truly believe that love is what heals all. And I believe that starts with self love because how can we, if we're not loving ourselves, be able to fully love others.”   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction  03:01 Facing Self-Censorship and External Judgments 06:37 Overcoming Personal Struggles and Transformational Moments 12:21 The Impact of Bullying and Self-Acceptance 14:41 The Role of Social Media and Cyberbullying 17:08 Mom Shaming and Parenting Challenges 19:58 Empowering Women Through Radical Self-Expression 30:07 The Allure and Trap of Victimhood 33:54 The Vision of a World Without Shame 35:42 The Importance of Self-Love and Community 42:53 The Role of Belief Systems in Transformation 46:07 Practical Steps for Personal Growth 53:42 Final Thoughts   Resources:   Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify!   Learn more about Dr. Stanton Hom on:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom  Website: https://futuregenerationssd.com/    Podcast Website: https://thefuturegen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/drstantonhom  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanhomdc    About Ahsley Hannawacker: Ashley Hannawacker (@ashley.hann) is multi-passionate entrepreneur, brand visionary, devoted mother and self-expression activist. She is dedicated to creating transformative, widespread impact through her work in branding, personal growth, and women's empowerment.    Ashley's career began in 2012 as Marketing Director for an ABC Shark Tank Mark Cuban startup, where her leadership was a major assist in 500% company growth within the first year and landing it as the #1 Fastest Growing Private Company in San Diego.   She then went on to manage digital marketing for the largest division of a $100M fintech firm, where she built the company's social media strategy from the group up– growing it from zero conversions to averaging 250 conversions per week in just 7 months. Her remarkable success was noticed by high level executives where she was then invited to present her strategy and data to the executive board. 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What's more dangerous than a volatile market? A leadership blindspot! Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan, exposes crypto scams, shares leadership lessons shaped by personal tragedy, and explains why Bitcoin outlasts 30M+ altcoins.==============CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest:⁠ Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Thomas Douglas about the importance of culture and people in achieving business excellence. Thomas Douglas's remarkable trajectory at JMARK began in 1997, shortly after his notable tenure in the Navy. His early days as a level-1 engineer laid the groundwork for his eventual acquisition of the company in 2001. In a bold move, Tom downsized to a core team of six, a pivotal step that catalyzed JMARK's growth into a leading MSP with over 120 employees. Under his leadership, JMARK has been a consistent name on Inc. magazine's list of the top 5,000 Fastest Growing Private Companies and has been lauded as the Best Place to Work™. Recognized as a visionary in the tech space, Tom is revered for his insightful approach to business culture, technological efficiencies, and cybersecurity. His expertise has earned him a spot as a trusted advisor to a global clientele and as a prominent speaker on leadership and technology trends. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!

Discover what happened when Boe told 3,000 employees on a global video call at Barclay's that he was scared… when he became a Goldman Sachs partner in record speed… and what's motivating him to disrupt the $4.9 trillion healthcare system as the co-founder of Nomi Health!In this episode of CEO Blindspots®, Boe Hartman exposes the costly blind spots hurting U.S. business owners—like why your health insurance premiums keep rising while doctors go out of business—and what you can do to protect your team and your bottom line.==============CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: ⁠Boe Hartman, Co-Founder of Nomi Health

About Michael ColeMichael's entrepreneurial success has earned him national recognition, both as a contestant and judge on The Blox, the first reality show dedicated to entrepreneurs. Under his leadership, Next Level Technician has experienced rapid growth, securing back-to-back placements on Charlotte Business Journal's Fast 50 in 2023 and 2024, and ranking #572 on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies in America in 2024. His dedication to innovation and industry excellence has also led to his nomination for Entrepreneur of the Year in 2024, solidifying his impact as a leader in both business and workforce development. With his background in sales and entrepreneurship, Michael can share insights on how he leveraged industry knowledge to create and grow Next Level Technician into one of the fastest-growing private companies in America.https://www.nextleveltechnician.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-level-technician---------------------------------About Denise BrownArmed with candor and wit, Dr. Denise Brown - a Stanford-trained physician, executive, and mom - is the Fairy God Doctor. With her 25+ years of experience caring for and mentoring thousands of badass women around the globe, Dr. Denise represents a manual for working women to create life on their own terms.https://thefairygoddoctor.com/----------------------------------When It Worked Podcasthttps://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast

Manufacturing leaders are overlooking a costly sales blindspot—inefficiencies that AI can solve. In this episode of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast , Fay Goldstein, CEO of Folio.Build, reveals how AI is transforming manufacturing sales, eliminating waste, and giving leaders a competitive edge. She also shares key leadership lessons on adapting to change, building the right team, and making smarter decisions in a fast-evolving industry. Learn how to spot hidden risks, strengthen your leadership, and stay ahead in manufacturing and beyond.

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: The degradation of community ties across America has created an unprecedented health crisis, impacting millions of lives. Our next guest, Darin Buxbaum, is addressing this epidemic as co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle. Drawing from personal experience and deep healthcare expertise, Darin is pioneering an innovative approach that connects health plan members with trusted neighbors to create lasting, supportive communities. Previously founding successful healthcare ventures and recognized among the top 40 Innovators Under 40, Darin brings unique insights to community-driven health improvement. Join us to discover how Wider Circle's peer support model is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, reducing costs, improving outcomes, and most importantly, giving people a renewed sense of purpose and belonging. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Inspired by his grandmother's isolation after losing her spouse, Darin founded Wider Circle to combat loneliness through community connectionThe company matches engaged and less engaged health plan members in peer groups to build trust and encourage preventive careResults show $115 monthly cost savings per member, fewer hospitalizations, and 50% lower member attrition ratesProgram serves both Medicare and Medicaid members across generations, from maternity groups to senior support servicesCommunity "ambassadors" drive engagement by supporting peers and checking on absent members, especially in rural areasAbout our Guest: Darin Buxbaum is the co-founder and CEO of Wider Circle, a company focused on building communities to improve health and quality of life through trusted connections. Previously, he was co-founder and VP of Product at Oration, an insurance tech company, enabling self-insured employers' major reductions in prescription drug spending. He also founded HourGlass Technologies where he served as president and CEO for over five years, and also drove the development of a new medical-device technology. Darin was recognized as one of the top 40 Innovators Under 40 in the Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry, and currently sits on the Forbes Business Council. Wider Circle was also named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for 2024. Darin graduated Summa Cum Laude from Duke University and earned an MBA from Stanford University. Darin remains active with Stanford as a contributor and mentor to the BioDesign course and textbook.Links Supporting This Episode:Wider Circle Website: CLICK HEREDarin Buxbaum LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREWider Circle LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK...

In a single week, Chinese startup DeepSeek has developed a groundbreaking AI model at just one-tenth the cost of its American counterparts like OpenAI, triggering a $1 trillion upheaval in the U.S. stock market. Join us in this CEO Blindspots® Podcast episode as we delve into the critical blindspots this has exposed, and which adjustments leaders are already making (5 minute episode). For access to the transcript; https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hmkFXWYgVt0JiDWNgmsV8TRUS3l3aJT3YDEawxRdFcw/edit?usp=sharing ============================ CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

THANK YOU for your part in growing the CEO Blindspots® Podcast again in 2024! Spotify just revealed our triple win for this year: 40% Surge in Listener Base 25% Boost in New Followers 50% Jump in Streaming Time Your input has shaped the CEO Blindspots® Podcast, and I welcome your feedback once again on what to preserve and what to enhance as we move into 2025. Please share your feedback here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf66QW0zjC_p9dTEZSd-9FSOHUtt1tqkO40t7clazr04WorCA/viewform?usp=sf_link =================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Leading people who aren't like you can be challenging. In this episode, Stephanie Chung provides important insights and tips to help you be more effective in this critical area. You will love the passion and stories she brings to our conversation. For the past 30 years, Stephanie has been a force of strategic innovation, a beacon of change, and a titan in the world of business growth and human capital management.   Stephanie blazed trails as the first African American to serve as President at a private jet company. Under her visionary leadership, JetSuite evolved from a mere service provider to a symbol of luxury and excellence. During her tenure, JetSuite was named one of the Best Places To Work by the Human Rights Campaign and one of the 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies by the Dallas Business Journal. From there, she became Chief Growth Officer and Global Brand Ambassador at Wheels Up.  Stephanie's impact extends far beyond the boardroom. She serves on the Make-A-Wish Board and the Advisory Council for the National Business Aviation Association. Stephanie is also a #1 international best-selling author with her excellent book, Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You. You'll discover: What the acronym ALLY stands forHow to meet people where they areWhat to do if you don't like someone on your team Why the most effective leaders are “culturally intelligent”The various kinds of privilege that exist and how to leverage yoursCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Betsy Pepine shares her transformative journey of breaking free from the metaphorical boxes that once confined her, ultimately leading to a more authentic and fulfilling life. After experiencing significant life changes, including a divorce and job loss, she realized that many of her decisions had been driven by societal expectations rather than her true desires. Through her exploration of various therapeutic modalities, Betsy discovered the importance of self-awareness and vulnerability. These insights allowed her to reconnect with her inner self and redefine her version of success. Her new perspective emphasizes the significance of personal happiness, which is rooted in authentic relationships and meaningful contributions to others. Betsy's insights encourage listeners to reflect on their own lives and consider how they might break free from the constraints holding them back.Takeaways:Betsy Pepine discusses the importance of breaking free from societal expectations to find true happiness. The conversation emphasizes how recognizing and dismantling metaphorical boxes can lead to personal growth. Betsy encourages listeners to embrace their true selves and seek fulfillment beyond societal norms. Betsy Pepine, Author of Breaking Boxes, is a transformative leader in the real estate industry and a distinguished entrepreneur. As Founder and CEO of Pepine Realty, Betsy has built one of the country's most respected and successful real estate firms. The Wall Street Journal has consistently recognized her real estate team as one of the top-producing in the United States. Her brokerage has been named one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the USA multiple times and earned spots on the Top 50 Florida Companies to Watch, and Florida Trend Best Companies to Work For lists.In her book Breaking Boxes, Betsy delves into the metaphorical and literal boxes that shape our lives. From the expectations of becoming a doctor to creating a successful real estate business, Betsy shares compelling stories that help readers understand the labels and stereotypes associated with boxes. She encourages readers to step outside societal expectations, recognize the boxes that contain them, and discover their true identity to live free of others' expectations. Endorsed by her mentor, real estate mogul, and Shark Tank's shark Barbara Corcoran, Betsy's leadership and visionary approach have earned her numerous accolades and a stellar reputation in the industry.Book:https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Boxes-Dismantling-Metaphorical-That-ebook/dp/B0D6CM2JSLWebsite:https://www.pepinerealty.com/agents/betsy-pepine/Resources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Access ad-free episodes released two days early and bonus episodes with past guests through Patreon.https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastConnect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcastFacebook:

In 2024, as Bitcoin crossed the $100,000 mark and industry giants embraced digital assets, discover which of your CEO peers have joined the Crypto Club. Learn how they're turning the potential blind spots of other leaders into their strategic advantages (5 min). ============================ CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

You got into business for more freedom and to make an impact, so why does it feel like the business is running you? For Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, Despite her incredible success at a young age, she felt unhappy and consistently guilty for wanting more. After a life-changing accident, she was forced to redefine leadership and learn how to scale her business without sacrificing every area of her life. In this episode, Allison shares: What it means to step into the role of a visionary CEO and empower your team to take the lead so you can expand your vision (and achieve it) The parallels between leadership and parenting, and how both require empowering critical thought and emotionally uncomfortable conversations The top three qualities you need to embody to scale your business and lead a time-rich life Listen up and learn how to step out of your own way. Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, was recently named “One of the 10 Women Entrepreneurs to Watch”, by Forbes Magazine. She is the Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of, Scale or Fail, which is endorsed by Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran of Shark Tank. Allison has shared the stage with noted business leaders such as Richard Branson and Magic Johnson; has been featured in Inc., Success, Fortune, Fast Company, and Forbes Magazines, is a regular contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine, and a featured expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, and Fox. Allison is also the host and producer of her own podcast, The SCALEit® Method. Over the last 40 years, Allison has built 10 successful companies. And for the past 15 years, she and her team of business mentors, have helped over 150,000 Founders scale their businesses, fast-track their success, and create a more meaningful life through her company, Pinnacle Global Network. Pinnacle Global Network is one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies for the past 3 years. Check out her website, pinnacleglobalnetwork.com, and her book, “Scale or Fail.” Follow her on Instagram @allisonmaslan and on LinkedIn. Feeling like your energy tank is always running on empty? Join me on December 4th for the 2025 Energy Roadmap Workshop, where we'll create a real, sustainable strategy to help you thrive in 2025—energized, focused, and ready to make an impact. Head to heatherchauvin.com/event to save your spot! If you're ready to create a life where time and energy are finally aligned with your true priorities, apply now at heatherchauvin.com/apply and start your journey to a Time Rich life.

Navigating politics in today's workplace can be a minefield, especially in our polarized environment. In this episode, Birgit Kamps reveals 5 critical blindspots that could put your organization at legal risk, and provides actionable steps to handle workplace politics both professionally and legally (5 min). Link mentioned by Birgit for free legal tips from the Fisher Phillips law firm, and their free post-election Q&A; https://communication.fisherphillips.com/148/3641/landing-pages/rsvp-prefill---accept.asp?sid=4cd871e7-90c9-4eb1-bc48-a9747cf2c1ba ============================ CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Allison Maslan is CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, and last year was named “One of the 10 Women Entrepreneurs to watch in 2023”, by Forbes Magazine.  She is the Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of, Scale or Fail, which is endorsed by Daymond John and Barbara Corcoran of the legendary show Shark Tank and Allison has built 10 successful companies over the last 40 years.  In today's episode host Chris Wilson and Allison talk about what it takes to be leaders others will follow, how personal and professional core values can make or break success, hiring and firing decisions and the key actions to start and stop in your business. Get your notepad and pen ready, Allison is about to drop some truth nuggets! For the past 15 years, she and her team of CEO Business Mentors have helped over 150,000 Founders and Leadership Teams scale their companies, fast-track their success and create a more meaningful life through her company, Pinnacle Global Network, one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies 2 years in a row.  "You can thrive in any scenario. It's really how you think and how you open your eyes to opportunities and how resourceful are you." — Allison Maslan  Time Stamps00:47 - Welcome to the Strong By Design podcast!01:10 - Meet today's special guest, Allison Maslan, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, named one of Forbes' '10 Women Entrepreneurs to Watch' in 2023, and author of the book 'Scale or Fail'04:50 - Allison shares her journey in leadership and entrepreneurship07:40 - What is Pinnacle Global Network, and what does it do? 11:23 - Guiding people to step into leadership roles 15:49 - Allison's wake-up call to success 20:17 – Don't be your company's bottleneck 24:39 - How core values drive success 26:24 – Hiring smarter with the Rule of 3 32:05 - The key actions to start and stop in your business 37:29 - Allison discusses her love for trapeze 41:10 - 'Scale or Fail': The ultimate guide for entrepreneurs 47:38 – The quest for success: Can it be both personal and professional? 51:07 – Connect with Allison Maslan to explore her work and Pinnacle Global Network 54:15 - Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast  Resources:·       Scale or Fail·       Pinnacle Global Network Connect with Allison:·       Instagram·       FacebookSupport the showConnect w/ CriticalBench: Youtube Facebook Instagram CriticalBench.com StrongByDesignPodcast.com

Today we're diving into a topic that is often overlooked as a ‘bore' or even ‘chore' by many Direct Selling business owners: compliance. What exactly is compliance, and why does it matter? Let us answer that for you and, while we're at it, we'll also share how it can help your business to grow!  Compliance is often an avoided topic - viewed as a restriction but what if I told you that it's an important tool to have under your belt? That understanding it and how it applies to your business could make your Social Media strategies more effective?!  To help us navigate this, we've brought on a special guest, Jonathan Gilliam. Jonathan is the founder and CEO of Momentum Factor, a leading digital risk management firm specializing in compliance monitoring, education, brand protection, and online reputation management. He's also the mind behind Field Watch, a compliance management platform that helps businesses grow safely and responsibly. In today's conversation, we'll explore how compliance can be less scary, and why it's so important in protecting your business and brand. Jonathan will share his expertise, offer practical strategies and share insights to guide you in safeguarding your business and making a positive impact in the industry.  Let's jump in and explore how to grow your business the right way while protecting what matters most. Enjoy the episode!   We'll be talking about:  ➡ [0:00] Introduction ➡ [4:25] A fun fact about Jonathan ➡ [7:16] Getting into the Direct Selling industry ➡ [10:04] What actually is compliance and why is it important? ➡ [11:36] Direct Selling vs other industries ➡ [13:27] Awareness of being non-compliant ➡ [14:19] What is and isn't okay to post?  ➡ [15:59] The risk of non-compliant claims online ➡ [19:15] The most common compliance issues ➡ [22:05] Things someone can say and cannot say ➡ [26:24] What to do if somebody else is non-compliant ➡ [29:20] Alerting the compliance department ➡ [32:38] Old content that is going bite you down the track ➡ [34:16] 3 tips from a compliance expert ➡ [36:17] Common mistakes people are making ➡ [39:11] What to say when you can't say anything ➡ [45:17] A word of advice from Jonathan ➡ [46:53] Check out Momentum Factor's website ➡ [48:02] Jonathan's recommended book ➡ [48:49] Jonathan's dream superpower ➡ [49:45] Jonathan's favourite quote ➡ [50:37] Jonathan's advice to his past self ➡ [51:09] Final thoughts   Resources:  Book Recommendations ➡ Lean StartUp by Eric Ries: https://bit.ly/4h0zu5s ➡ Find Jonathan's books here: https://momofactor.com/resources/books/    Quote: ➡  “If you don't go, you don't know” About our guest: Known for developing innovative solutions to difficult digital challenges, Jonathan Gilliam is Founder & CEO at Momentum Factor – the leading AI-powered digital risk management firm specializing in compliance monitoring and education, brand protection and global online reputation management, as well as the developers of the FieldWatch Compliance Management platform. Jonathan graduated with a BA degree from the University of Texas at Austin, followed by graduate studies at Rice University. While his firm has been named an Inc. 5000 America's Fastest Growing Private Companies honoree by Inc. Magazine in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, Jonathan has been recognized by the Austin Business Journal as one of Austin's Best CEOs twice.  A published author, Jonathan's books ‘Social Selling: How Direct Selling Companies Can Harness the Power of Connectivity and Change the World' and ‘Blastoff! Creating Growth in Direct Selling Companies: Lessons in Momentum from CEOs & Industry Leaders', helped shape the Direct Selling industry conversation about new media and delivered a vision of social media's promise for Direct Selling companies.   Connect with Jonathan Gilliam: ➡ Jonathan Gilliam's Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.gilliam ➡ Jonathan Gilliam's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathangilliam/ ➡ Find Jonathan's books here: https://momofactor.com/resources/books/    ➡ Momentum Factor website: https://momofactor.com/ ➡ Momentum Factor X: https://x.com/MomoFactor/ ➡ Momentum Factor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momofactor/ ➡ Momentum Factor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/momentum-factor/     Connect with Direct Selling Accelerator: ➡ Visit our website: https://www.auxano.global/ ➡ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DirectSellingAccelerator ➡ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/auxanomarketing/ ➡ Email us: grow@auxanomarketing.com.au If you have any podcast suggestions or things you'd like to learn about specifically, please send us an email at the address above. And if you liked this episode, please don't forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon, Dell, Citigroup, JP Morgan, and other big name companies are shaking things up with their big RTO (Return To Office) mandates. But what is the right move for you? Tune in to discover the potential blind spots leaders may have, which KPMG's 2024 CEO Outlook survey and Stanford University's study have revealed (6 min)! ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Today we're exploring how AI and human creativity work together in marketing with Diana Lee, CEO and Founder of Constellation, a first-of-its-kind SaaS platform that allows top brands and Fortune 500 companies to seamlessly build, launch, and manage compliant creative assets at scale. We'll discuss how marketers can effectively blend technology with human insight to enhance their strategies and connect more deeply with their audiences. Diana Lee is the Co-Founder and CEO of Constellation. Constellation efficiently scales your creative content with automated compliance. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies in Auto, Pharma, and Banking. Constellation was named the 65th Fastest-Growing Private Company in America, the 10th Fastest-Growing Women-Owned Private Company, and the 7th Fastest-Growing Marketing & Advertising Company by Inc 500. Alexia™ has been awarded the Digiday Technology Award for Best Marketing Automation Platform. Diana was also named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® in 2021. RESOURCES Constellation website: https://www.helloconstellation.com/ Register for the Medallia CX Day webinar: Building Loyalty: How Top Brands Create Forever Customers with CX - https://bit.ly/3M7dkQM Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to accelerate your leadership results while safeguarding your valuable time? Discover the new direction of the CEO Blindspots podcast, including monthly insights, Q&A opportunities, and upcoming options to set leaders up for their next level of success and protect our valuable community. Plus, seize the unique opportunity to co-create future leadership resources with me, tailoring them to the specific needs of you and your peers (3 min). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Discover how Craig Broussard, CEO of Magnum Development LLC and ACES Delta, learned early in his career to never bring your boss anything you wouldn't sign yourself, and why he insists that knowing your destination is crucial before assembling your team (12 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Craig Broussard Craig Broussard is a founder of and currently serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer for Magnum Development. He also serves as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of ACES Delta. His extensive energy experience includes serving in a variety of executive positions in public/private industry both domestically and internationally. He also serves on the boards of Sawtooth Caverns, LLC and the Utah Foundation. For more information about Craig and his companies; Magnum Development LLC: https://magnumdev.com/our-vision/ ACES Delta: https://aces-delta.com/about-us/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

In a world where 20% of U.S. workers are bound by non-competes, a court just flipped the script. Discover how this ruling exposes various leadership blindspots." ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Founded in 2013 in New York City. Whitestone has graced the Inc 5000 List for Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America the last seven years. Founder and President Joe Sommer has led a superstar sales team and is looking at growth through both organic sales and acquisitions, they recently acquired Merchful (who operates in Canada and Europe) and they acquired San Francisco-founded distributor Design Like Whoa.

Discover how Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella has successfully led the company with key practices like "no ranking, no hiding, and no excuses"! Satya's leadership success code and the way he implements it has catapulted Microsoft into the ranks of the ⁠world's top 25 most valuable companies ⁠(5 minute podcast episode). For more information about Microsoft; https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

When you launched your business did you have support from your family? Or what about you're your spouse? Family support is important in most endeavors. Without family support, it can make whatever you are going after more challenging. Our guest today is Charles J. Bonfiglio, and he shares with us how the support he has had from his family, his wife, and his franchise family has helped him succeed in franchising and in life. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Always bring something new to your franchisees.LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:You can visit our guest's website at: https://www.tintworld.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/If you are ready to franchise your business or take it to the next level: CLICK HERE.Connect with our guest on social:https://www.facebook.com/tintworld/https://www.linkedin.com/company/tint-world/Instagram: @tintworldhttps://www.threads.net/@tintworld?xmt=AQGz80j9qPwdDSjTM8mSp5Apm-NfrxdmepwEN70glYFbUqEABOUT OUR GUEST:Charles has been in franchising for several decades having been a very successful franchisee owning 10 automotive franchises. He then launched the Tint World franchise offering in 2007 and has grown the business to more than 150 franchises with many more in development.  Tint World was recognized for the 11th consecutive year as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 for 2024. Tint World was named to Franchise Hall of Fame in 2024 by Franchise Business Review With its 10th consecutive Top Franchise ranking. Tint World Named to Inc. Magazine's 2024 List of the Southeast Region's Fastest-Growing Private Companies. 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/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759. 

Discover how Victor Romero (CEO of CDA and founder of 4 companies), reveals the importance of "paying attention" for business success and shares a critical blindspot he uncovered after having 72 employees (12-minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: CEO BLINDSPOTS GUEST:  Victor Romero, CEO of CDA (his fourth company). Victor is an entrepreneur who has founded four companies. In addition, he is a construction, inventory and insurance policy expert who specializes in fire damage. Victor has been working in California's insurance industry for 30 years. He started his career working for a construction company that specialized in insurance claims, and shortly after he became a public adjuster. He is licensed by the California Department of Insurance to look after the interest of the families forced to file claims with their insurance company. For more information about Victor and his latest company CDA; https://cda.claims/our-team/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Discover how TESLA's CEO Elon Musk has successfully led the company with key practices like "no meetings, no waste, and no limits"! Elon's leadership success code may be counter-intuitive, yet the way he implements it has catapulted TESLA into the ranks of the world's top 25 most valuable companies (6 minute podcast episode). For more information about TESLA; https://www.tesla.com/ For more information about Elon Musk (via Walter Isaacson's biography about Elon); https://a.co/d/5lZNfvH ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Navigating the Evolving Tech LandscapeIn a recent episode of the podcast, host Josh engages in a compelling conversation with Justin Fortier, the founder and CEO of FYC Labs. This development and creative agency specializes in building web applications, mobile applications, and websites. The discussion delves into the evolution of the software development industry over the past 11 years, the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI), and best practices for collaborating with tech vendors. Here, we break down the key insights and actionable advice shared by Justin, providing a comprehensive guide for businesses and entrepreneurs navigating the tech landscape.Reflecting on the past decade, Justin acknowledges that while many companies have struggled to keep pace, FYC Labs has differentiated itself through a commitment to innovation. Key points include embracing emerging technologies like blockchain and AI, and creating a consortium to leverage collective buying power and retain talent. Justin shares an anecdote from his time in graduate school, where he worked in a bar that expanded into multiple restaurants, teaching him the value of creating a consortium of businesses to leverage collective buying power and retain talent.Justin emphasizes the importance of treating vendors as partners rather than mere transactional relationships. Key advice includes clearly defining requirements and expectations, investing time in this process, and maintaining ongoing communication and collaboration. At FYC Labs, all team members have technical backgrounds, ensuring effective communication and smooth project execution. As the episode concludes, Justin invites listeners to explore opportunities for collaboration with FYC Labs and the broader Fractal Group, which encompasses various entrepreneurial ventures and investments.About Justin Fortier:Justin Fortier is a tech entrepreneur and founder of multiple successful companies in California. As CEO/CTO of FYC Labs, he successfully led the company to acquisition in 2020.The boutique design agency grew internationally, capturing clients such as Remax, National University, Budweiser, and Pepsi Co., and has been recognized on several top lists for Web Design and Development.Justin has been named as finalist for CEO of the year twice by the San Diego Business Journal and was recognized as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Business Leaders in San Diego by San Diego Daily Transcript. In addition, he holds top-level Technical/Business advisory positions at 11.2 Ventures, Blush Design Inc, Edvo, Aura Finance, and Intraratio Corp. He has held technical executive roles for blockchain innovators – XYO Network, ecommerce game changer – For Days, and manufacturing technology SaaS – Intraratio Corp.Justin volunteers his time helping other entrepreneurs and small business owners through various organizations such as San Diego Small Business Advisory Board, Sierra College, Folsom Chamber of Commerce, and the Granite City FoundationJustin is a father of two and enjoys fishing, hiking, and playing hockeyFounder and CEO/CTO of FYC Labs, Justin Fortier, has been a guest on similar podcasts where his discussions have garnered positive feedback and engagement from audiences.Justin has also been showcased on Fox Business News twice in the last year. Moreover, his dedication and success have earned him a finalist spot in the "40 under 40" Next Top Business Leaders and acknowledgment as the 2024 Mentor of the Year honoree by San Diego Business Journal.FYC Labs has added another award to the growing collection- a coveted spot on the esteemed 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. Recently, FYC Labs has also been recognized as a leading IT Services provider in the field of Artificial Intelligence by Inc. Magazine's Power Partners list.About FYC Labs:FYC Labs has...

Discover how NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang has successfully led the company with no 1-1 meetings, no annual performance reviews, and no comfort zones. Jensen's success code may be counter-intuitive, yet the way he implements it has catapulted NVIDIA into the ranks of the world's most valuable companies with a market cap similar to that of Apple and Microsoft (6 minute podcast episode). For more information about NVIDIA and Jensen Huang; https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/about-nvidia/#About%20Us ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Discover how Efrat Sagi-Ofir (CoFounder of Air Doctor) is making the world a better place, why the four co-founders are able to co-lead, and when she realized it was time to delegate cooking (14 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Efrat Sagi-Ofir Efrat Sagi-Ofir is the award-winning Co-Founder of Air Doctor, a pioneering global health-tech platform. Under her visionary leadership, Air Doctor has expanded its network to over 20,000 vetted medical professionals across 78 countries, offering seamless access to quality healthcare and medications for travelers worldwide. A distinguished innovator in the insurtech space, Efrat was honored as a top-five finalist and People's Choice winner in Quesnay's 2020 "Female Founders in InsurTech" competition. This recognition underscores Air Doctor's transformative impact on the travel insurance industry, where it has forged partnerships with some of the world's largest insurance companies. Recently, Air Doctor was also awarded the "Claims Product Solution of the Year" at ITC 2024, further cementing its reputation for excellence in the field. Prior to Air Doctor, Efrat co-founded Sun Effect, a cleantech startup that developed innovative robotic cleaning systems for solar panels, significantly enhancing green energy production efficiency. Her diverse background includes a decade at Intel, where she honed her skills in industrial engineering and supply chain management, followed by a pivotal role as Global Supply Chain Manager at Better Place, a pioneering electric vehicle network. Efrat holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from Ben-Gurion University. For more information about Air Doctor; https://www.air-dr.com/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠⁠

Discover the billion-dollar factors driving the recent pivotal decisions made by IBM, Saks, and Microsoft's CEOs, and learn how market leaders successfully stay ahead (4 minute podcast episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Discover why Eran Tirer (CEO of Ledgertech) starts bigger when hiring, how he makes critical decisions, and what influenced his decision to get his law degree (16 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Eran Tirer Eran is the founder & CEO of Ledgertech AG, a pioneering digital insurance technology company delivering embedded insurance products through a low-code/no-code insurtech platform designed for digital insurance and MaaS (MGA as a Service). Ledgertech enables companies to rapidly create new insurance products in days or weeks, not months or years. Their mission is to seamlessly integrate insurance into customers' everyday digital interactions, cutting through red tape and streamlining processes. Eran is also the former CEO and founder of EZSource, acquired by IBM in 2016. EZSource has helped clients, including major financial institutions, insurers, global transportation companies and software vendors safely modify applications to enable their digital transformation. As clients embrace APIs, hybrid cloud and mobility, EZSource's technology can enable enhancements in application and skills utilization, allowing enterprises to fully optimise their IT infrastructure for the modern business clients include Aviva, AFLAC, ING Life, Maybank, Tokyo Mitsubishi Bank and The Royal Bank of Scotland.Prior to founding EZSource, Eran was the CEO at a Formula Group subsidiary and the founder and EVP of a company specializing in GIS solutions and an Israeli Navy software officer. Eran holds a BA in Law (LLb) and a graduate of the Israeli military Software Engineering Academy. For more information about Ledgertech; https://ledgertech.com/company/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠⁠

Discover why 78% of knowledge workers are secretly using AI at work, and why companies like Honeywell and Estée Lauder are transforming this BYOAI trend from a security threat into a competitive advantage (4 minute podcast). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; ⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

Discover how Patrick Hardy (CEO of Hytropy) eliminates disasters, what he does to engage millenials and Gen Z team members, and when he realized he was acting like an Octopus (16 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Patrick Hardy. Patrick Hardy is the Founder and CEO of Hytropy, a company that is the largest full-service disaster management company in the United States that specializes in serving small businesses and families. Having successfully led, managed, and advised teams around the globe through the greatest natural, technological, and security emergencies an organization or community can face, Patrick understands how proper leadership based on simple core principles can prevent a disaster from ever happening at all. When disaster and disruption strike there are few voices in the world as knowledgeable as Patrick Hardy. Whether you're reading his book Design Any Disaster: The Revolutionary Blueprint to Master Your Next Crisis or Emergency, or seeing his talks live, Patrick's wealth of experience proves that he is the man with the plan to help you navigate and prevent disruptions. Not only is he a graduate of FEMA's Advanced Academy, but Patrick has gone on to gain numerous certifications such as FEMA's Master of Exercise®, Certified Emergency Manager®, Certified Risk Manager®, and Master Business Continuity Professional®.  Drawing from his deep expertise in disaster preparedness and response, Patrick Hardy equips audiences with practical strategies to break the Crisis Creation Chain, educating people on how to eliminate disasters by turning disruptions into opportunities. Patrick actively collaborates across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to empower individuals to bolster their resilience and prevent minor disruptions from escalating into full-blown disasters. In addition to being a keynote speaker, he frequently shares his disaster management expertise on major news channels such as CNN, Fox News, and USA Today. Patrick's first book titled "Design Any Disaster: The Revolutionary Blueprint to Master Your Next Crisis or Emergency" was released late Spring 2023.  For more information about Hytropy; https://hytropy.com/ To check out Patrick's book "Design Any Disaster: The Revolutionary Blueprint to Master Your Next Crisis or Emergency"; https://a.co/d/04f4ymwo For more information about Patrick; ⁠https://disasterpatrick.com/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, reach out to Birgit; birgit@ceoblindspots.com

Don Wenner is the Founder and CEO of DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm dedicated to building thriving communities. Since founding DLP Capital in 2006, Don has led the company through significant growth. The firm earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies in America” for 11 consecutive years and generated 50% revenue growth for 18 years straight – an incredibly rare achievement. Today, DLP manages over $5 billion in assets.In our conversation, Don highlights the main obstacles founders face in scaling their businesses, such as failing to raise capital, inconsistent leadership, and over-reliance on bank loans. He explains how his Elite Execution System fills in those gaps, helping entrepreneurs structure their businesses for high growth.We also get into the tactics and strategies Don uses to keep DLP at the top, making it a powerhouse in single- and multi-family brokerage, investment management, asset management, property management, construction, and private lending. In this episode, you'll learn:✅ Don's journey in real estate, leading to over 30,000 real estate transactions totaling over $10 billion and overseeing the acquisition of 25,000+ homes and apartments.✅ Insights into Don's Elite Execution System, which has helped DLP secure a spot on the Inc. 5000 for 11 years running, and what businesses can adopt from their approach. ✅ The 3 biggest opportunities that Don is creating for real estate investors who want to earn big returns, while minimizing risk – regardless of market conditions and cycles.Free GiftGet Don's eBook, "Building an Elite Organization: The Blueprint to Scaling a High-Growth, High-Profit Business". Visit LifestyleInvestor.com/191Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/191Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

     Here's an unexpected twist for entrepreneurs seeking to make a positive impact in housing. Imagine a successful CEO who moved 37 times in his childhood, now owning over $5 billion in assets and transforming lives through thriving communities. His path from waiting tables to owning 50,000 rental homes is a testament to the impact of affordable housing on communities. But what's truly surprising is his approach to integrating personal and professional growth, investing in rental communities for social impact, and creating strategies for entrepreneurial success. His mission-driven company is not just about making money, but about positively impacting 10 million lives through housing. Want to know more about how he's changing the industry and rolling out life-changing programming? Stay tuned for this inspiring journey of making millions and making a difference. In this episode, you will be able to: Build an elite organization: Unlock the secrets to creating a powerhouse team and thriving in the housing industry. Impact of affordable housing on communities: Discover how affordable housing can transform communities and drive positive change. Strategies for entrepreneurial success: Learn the game-changing tactics for achieving entrepreneurial triumph in the housing sector. Integrating personal and professional growth: Uncover the key to balancing personal development with organizational success for a fulfilling journey in housing entrepreneurship. Investing in rental communities for social impact: Explore the untapped potential of investing in rental communities and making a meaningful difference in people's lives.   My special guest is Don Wenner! Don Wenner is the Founder and CEO of DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm focused on building thriving communities. The firm's core focus is on investing in, developing, and financing attainable housing for America's workforces, including multifamily and single-family rental communities, along with investments in outdoor hospitality and RV campgrounds. Wenner founded DLP Capital in 2006 and has since spearheaded its meteoric growth, with the firm ranking on the Inc. 5000 list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies in America” for 11 consecutive years—among the few companies on the list to achieve such growth consistently. The firm now has more than $5 billion of assets under management and is headquartered in St. Augustine, Florida.

Discover why Avi Cohen (CEO of Entrio.io) guards trust, what he learned about the army's "fire and forget" approach, and how realizing he was the bottleneck helped him scale his company (15 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Avi Cohen. Avi is a co-founder and CEO of Entrio, which has raised a $11m seed round from prominent top tier investors like Communitas Capital, Vintage, Fin Capital, Alicorn, BNYM and American Family Insurance. Entrio is a platform that helps enterprises to drive the technology adoption of third party applications while reducing costs, risks, and complexity. With over 10 years of experience working with banks and technology firms, Avi has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the fintech and banking sectors, and a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions and creating value for customers and partners. Prior to Entrio, Avi co-founded and led several startups. He was a Co-Founder at The Floor Hub, Israel's first fintech hub, which connected dozens of Israeli startups with global banks and corporations, resulting in multiple implementations and investments. He also incubated and launched two in-house ventures, including Mirato, a platform for third-party risk management. In addition Avi was a technology scout for the British government consulting multiple corporates and financial institutions looking to engage or invest in innovative technologies. In collaboration with Accenture, he created the Fintech government strategy for the UK and Israel. Avi holds a master's degree from Sciences Po, Paris, and a BA from Ben Gurion University. He is an alumnus of the IDF intelligence unit and a former basketball player and team captain. Avi is passionate about applying technologies to solve the biggest challenges in the business world. For more information about Entrio.io; https://www.entrio.io/ To see how much your organization could save with Entrio.io; https://www.entrio.io/roi For more information about Avi Cohen; https://www.linkedin.com/in/avi-cohen-334b8953/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, send an email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

Many listeners asked me to post the episode where I made a guest appearance on "Journey to the Energy C-Suite" and revealed my CEO path and tips. For ease of access, I am sharing it here (21 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, send an email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

About Junea Rocha & Brazi Bites:Junea Rocha is the Co-Founder and CMO of Brazi Bites, a leader in the frozen better-for-you, Latin-inspired food category. Rocha co-founded the brand in 2010, along with her husband, Cameron MacMullin. In a few short years Brazi Bites grew into a nationally distributed brand with a cult-like following after appearing on ABC's Shark Tank and being included twice on the Inc. 5000 list of “America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies.” Bringing a cherished Brazilian household staple, “Pão de Queijo,” AKA cheese bread, to the U.S. market without any experience in the food industry, Rocha grew Brazi Bites' annual revenue from zero to millions with distribution in over 17,000+ stores. Today, Rocha remains just as passionate and more excited than ever to continue Brazi Bites' growth, making its products a household staple in North America. She hopes to continue creating joyful moments for families everywhere by producing delicious, easy-to-make, naturally gluten-free foods that also guarantee to spread smiles.In this episode we cover:What's the origin of cheese bread in Brazil? Thoughts on the emerging CPG brand categories - the wave of cultural cuisine/products and the better-for-you category. Where is the category heading.The challenges with scaling, growing a company, and creating a category from scratch.Brand's desire to listen to its community in order to help guide innovation and inspire change. The Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program, and Junea's  dedication to supporting minority entrepreneurs through the LEAP program.Links: Brazi Bites WebsiteBrazi Bites InstagramBrazi Bites TikTokLEAP ProgramSupport the Show.About Us - Women Who Brunch:Women Who Brunch is a food community and event series for women who love connecting, networking, and learning from each other over the most important meal of the week...BRUNCH! We're solving the problem of making adult friendships while doing cool stuff in the Hudson Vally, NY.Visit our website for updates on events, recipes, brunch spots, product reviews, and more or say hi on Instagram!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenwhobrunchWebsite: https://womenwhobrunch.com

Discover how Dr. Eric Shaffer (CEO of HFI) successfully influenced his company's long term success, why he got fired early in his career, and what he said is more important than EBITA (14 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Dr. Eric Shaffer. Eric is the world's thought leader on mature and industrial strength user experience (UX) operations—with methodology, tools, standards, training, certification, and cost-effective staffing. His book Institutionalization of UX: A Step-by-Step Guide to User Experience Practice (now in its second edition) provides a roadmap for companies to make usability a systematic, routine practice throughout their organizations. He co-developed The HFI Framework™, an ISO-certifiable process for user-centered design, built on principles from human- computer interaction, ergonomics, psychology, computer science, and marketing.His experience includes UX design, consulting, and training projects for over 200 Fortune 500 clients, and leading projects omni-channel UX strategy, omnichannel UX, innovation, design, and persuasion engineering. Eric is actively engaged with HFI staff and clients around the world and is working to disseminate UX design methods globally.Eric has a longstanding interest in persuasion design. He pioneered the development of methods to optimize Persuasion, Emotion, and Trust (PET Design), and has applied these methods to increase conversion for organizations such as the California State Government, Fidelity, Macy's, MetLife, REI, Taj Hotels, and Vodafone. He has led development of the HFI courses on persuasion engineering and has taught them worldwide.Eric is a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE). He earned his MS and PhD in Applied Psychology, specializing in Human Performance, from Stevens Institute of Technology. His BA is in Psychology from Clark University. In 1981 Eric founded Human Performance Associates, the precursor to Human Factors International, Inc., which was incorporated in 1988. For more information about HFI; https://humanfactors.com/about.aspx For more information about Dr. Eric Shaffer's book "Institutionalization of UX: A Step-by-Step Guide to User Experience Practice" (now in its second edition); https://a.co/d/hJJEUEu ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, send an email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

Discover why Eran Mizrahi (CEO of Ingredient Brothers) says no to 99.5% of opportunities, how he successfully leads a remote team, and when he realized that trying to motivate a team with fear doesn't work (16 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Eran Mizrahi Eran is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ingredient Brothers a company that makes the ingredient search and procurement process so easy for customers, that they now do business with companies like Walmart, Cosco, and WholeFoods. He grew up watching his father grow a successful import business that was built on integrity and customer service. A South African transplant, Eran started his career at Deloitte. From there, he came to New York to pursue his MBA at Columbia. Eran was an early employee at Plated, where he focused on building planning and sourcing programs. The team's collective efforts led to a $300M sale to Albertsons.He then went to join Nuts.com, one of the world's largest nuts and specialty ingredient e-commerce companies. He was quickly elevated to COO and quadrupled capacity to support growth in 2020. Fun Fact: Eran took a gap during college to attend culinary school, where he solidified his love of food. For more information about Eran, his company Ingredient Brothers, and their job openings; https://ingredientbrothers.com/why-us/ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, send an email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

In this episode, Don Wenner guides us on building a fast-growing company through real estate investing and financing. He highlights investment strategies, accountability tools, and strategic planning for business success. Wenner underscores his commitment to creating attainable workforce housing as part of his mission to build thriving communities. He also discusses the Elite Execution System, the keys to business growth commitment, and the RRK tool, emphasizing the importance of a growth mindset as the backbone of a successful entrepreneur.About Don Wenner:Don Wenner is the Founder and CEO of DLP Capital, a private real estate investment and financial services firm focused on building thriving communities. The firm's core focus is on investing in, developing, and financing attainable housing for America's workforces, including multifamily and single-family rental communities, along with investments in outdoor hospitality and RV campgrounds. Wenner founded DLP Capital in 2006 and has since spearheaded its meteoric growth, with the firm ranking on the Inc. 5000 list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies in America” for 11 consecutive years—among the few companies on the list to achieve such growth consistently. The firm now has more than $5 billion of assets under management and is headquartered in St. Augustine, Florida. Please click here to learn more about https://dlpcapital.com/About Brad SugarsInternationally known as one of the most influential entrepreneurs, Brad Sugars is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the #1 business coach in the world. Over the course of his 30-year career as an entrepreneur, Brad has become the CEO of 9+ companies and is the owner of the multimillion-dollar franchise ActionCOACH®. As a husband and father of five, Brad is equally as passionate about his family as he is about business. That's why, Brad is a strong advocate for building a business that works without you – so you can spend more time doing what really matters to you. Over the years of starting, scaling and selling many businesses, Brad has earned his fair share of scars. Being an entrepreneur is not an easy road. But if you can learn from those who have gone before you, it becomes a lot easier than going at it alone.Please click here to learn more about Brad Sugars: https://bradsugars.com/Learn the Fundamentals of Success for free:The Big Success Starter: https://results.bradsugars.com/thebigsuccess-starter

Today I'm talking to Dean Jones, Founder, Owner, and CEO of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.Dean's former development firm, T. Jones, Inc., was nationally recognized as the "Development Firm of the Year" by the Pillars of Industry in 2001. In 2003, the National Association of Home Builders named Dean "Marketing Director of the Year."Upon founding Realogics Inc., Dean served as an advisor to third-party developments, with his firm being the catalyst for more than $2 billion in project sales, earning his portfolio of clients over 130 sales and marketing awards.In 2012, Dean founded and continues to lead Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, overseeing more than 325 real estate brokers and staff across seven offices. These offices consistently rank among the top-producing brokerage offices in their markets.In the seven consecutive years following the founding of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, the firm was awarded among the "Fastest Growing Private Companies" in Washington state by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Though boutique, the full-service brokerage ranks in the top 10 largest in the Puget Sound region.In today's conversation, Dean and I discuss the ups and downs of the real estate markets, and the key to thinking outside the box and staying ahead of the curve to achieve success both now and for the long term.⚡️Powered by BreakthroughLuxury Coaching & Membership https://BreakthroughLuxury.com 

Discover how Hirander (CEO of GMEX and ZERO13, and "the most influential CEO of 2024 in the UK) fought his own demons, when he experienced "baptism by fire", and why thinks that having concentric circles is key to his success (14 minute episode). ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Guest: Hirander Misra Hirander is the Co-Founder and Chairman of GMEX Group and its climate fintech platform-as-a-service ZERO13. Leadership Recognitions: Most Influential CEO 2024 - UK (Carbon Credits) Top 10 Influential Business Leaders in Blockchain Technology (UK All Party Parliamentary Group report) LATTICE80's Top 100 Influencers list for the UN Sustainable Development Goals Company Achievements: GMEX Group was recognized as one of the top 100 most influential fintech companies (2018-2024) by Financial Technologist Magazine GMEX Group won the A-Team TradingTech Insight's Best Solution for Trading Digital Assets 2023 ZERO13 won the COP28 TechSprint Winner for the best innovative blockchain solution to scale up climate action Career Highlights: Successful $365 million exit co-founding Chi-X Europe Over 28 years of expertise in electronic trading and fintech Renowned for successful syndications and substantial business exits High-profile speaker at A-list industry events For more information about Hirander and his companies; HIRANDER MISRA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hirander-misra-900379/ GMEX Group Website: ⁠gmex-group.com⁠ ZERO13 Website: ⁠zero13.net⁠ ======================================== CEO Blindspots® Podcast Host: Birgit Kamps. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member with various companies. She is also a mentor at the University of Houston's Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship. Birgit is able to help investors and executives quickly discover blind spots holding their organization back, and accelerate leadership effectiveness. In addition, Birgit is the host of the CEO Blindspots® Podcast which was recognized for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%, and most recently for having the "top 1.5% global ranking" in its category; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ceoblindspots.com/podcast/⁠ To ask questions about this or one of the 250+ other CEO Blindspots® Podcast episodes, send an email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠birgit@ceoblindspots.com⁠

Michelle Bomberger - CEO and Managing Attorney at Equinox Business Law Group Introduction Michelle Bomberger, the CEO and Managing Attorney at Equinox Business Law Group, is a dedicated professional who believes in providing small businesses with the strategic legal advantages typically available to mega-corporations. With her extensive experience as a business owner and entrepreneur, Michelle offers unique insights into the emotional and practical aspects of running a business, emphasizing the vital role of legal infrastructure in achieving growth and success. Received the prestigious "40 Under 40" award by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Named King County Executive's Woman Small Business of the Year. Recognized as one of Puget Sound's 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2020-2021. Equinox Business Law Group, under Michelle Bomberger's leadership, has garnered acclaim for its commitment to empowering businesses of all sizes with comprehensive legal support and resources. Through their dedication to excellence, Michelle and her team have established a reputation for providing top-notch legal services tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring their continued success in a competitive business landscape. Michelle Hayden Bomberger - Bellevue, Washington, United States | Professional Profile | LinkedIn michelle@equinoxbusinesslaw.com

The Nine Figure Mindset: Achieving Over 100 Million in Net Worth Brandon Dawson, Cardone Ventures – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1025 Brandon Dawson A respected and sought-after lecturer and CEO advisor on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business-building strategies, Brandon Dawson specializes in creating value for businesses operating in industries with poor single- or multi-unit economies of scale, industry consolidation, or increasing large-scale competition. Brandon believes that people move businesses, and therefore is dedicated to helping his clients, colleagues, and employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals. As the founder of Audigy Group, Brandon grew the company from $500,000 in revenue in 2005 to approximately $35 million in 2016, when he sold it for $151 million—77 times—EBITDA on the basis of its model for fast, scalable business growth, which incorporates unique business operations methodologies, technology platforms, and leadership and performance development programs. The Portland Business Journal honored Audigy as one of its Fastest Growing Private Companies for six consecutive years. Inc. chose Audigy five times as a member of the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000; twice as a winner of the Inc. Hire Power Award for outstanding success in job creation; and twice as one of the Top 100 Places to Work. Brandon has twice been named a finalist for Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Pacific Northwest. At the age of 29, Brandon listed Sonus Corporation and rang the Opening Bell on the American Stock Exchange, as the founder of Sonus. He served as its CEO for seven years, raising $38 million in four equity transactions and $20 million in strategic debt financing. He acquired over 100 businesses, creating the Sonus Network of over 1,000 locations. In addition to these accomplishments, Brandon has identified and negotiated over $750 million in a variety of real estate and other financial transactions as a partner, principal, and representative. Most recent, Brandon Co-Founded Cardone Ventures and 10X Health with Grant Cardone. Cardone Ventures has gone from a pure start up 45 months ago, to generating over $150 million in revenue with no outside capital, debt, or funding. This was done by using the elements Brandon teaches and applies in his business. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Dawson about achieving over 100 million dollars in net worth. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show: - How wealth isn't created overnight, so patience is key. - Why you don't need a college education to break out and build something significant. - How resilience and the ability to identify patterns of decision-making can lead your business to success. - How there are seven specific breakpoints to scale a business from zero to $125 million in revenue and what they are. - Why having a good mentor and coach is vital to starting and scarling a successful business. Connect with Brandon: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: ninefiguremindset.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices