Episodes
1193: RADICAL SELF-INQUIRY to succeed in life and business w/ Candy H…
Candy Hipple, founder of Limenelle, joins the show to unpack the deep inner work that drives sustainable success—not just in business, but in life. With decades of executive leadership experience and a passion for helping wom...
1192: START BEFORE YOU'RE READY (and you just might have a business t…
In this episode, Reece Calhoun shares how his background as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst led him to build a business that was so effective, it attracted acquisition interest just weeks after launching. Reece opens up ab...
1191: The truth about WEBSITE TEMPLATES... and why STRATEGY is the mi…
Kelsey Hart, founder and CEO of Creative Honey Badger, joins the show to share how she turned her creative passion into a thriving design and digital strategy agency. In this episode, Kelsey breaks down the difference between...
1190: From the ARMY to the FBI, here's how you master RESILIENCE as a…
What does it truly mean to thrive—not just survive—as a leader or entrepreneur? Sarah Draper brings decades of high-pressure leadership experience from the Army and FBI into the entrepreneurial world, where she now empowers h...
1189: Quit Pepsi. Spent $20K on an app. Then COVID hit. Here's how to…
Chris Randall left a promising corporate career at Pepsi to follow a bigger calling—and built an innovative app-based cleaning company called Sweep. In this episode, he shares how a single idea during a long commute sparked a...
1188: This AI model outperforms ChatGPT (and others) in Financial Pla…
In this episode, we dive into the intersection of AI, fintech, and financial literacy with John Kanalakis, founder and Head of AI at Tendi. With experience at Netflix and Roku, John now leads Tendi—a revolutionary platform th...
1187: This entrepreneur built a business around getting ETHICAL revie…
In this episode, Adam Melenkivitz, founder of Test Squared, reveals how he’s building trust in the chaotic world of Amazon reviews by helping brands generate honest, verified product reviews—without breaking the rules. Adam’s...
1186: Leveraging PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT lessons to ease cognitive loads…
In this episode, Claire Knutson, founder of Bold Minds and creator of Traverzer, shares how they're transforming the way software engineers work by simplifying complex processes and reducing cognitive load. With over 20 years in software development, Claire’s entrepreneurial journey is driven by a …
1185: SPEED of execution, results, and profitability through PARTNERS…
In this episode, Brian sits down with Jason Vazquez—an ex-Deloitte M&A strategist turned serial entrepreneur and startup ecosystem builder. Jason’s ability to go from ideation to profitability in record time isn’t just impres...
1184: From HGTV to using AI to revolutionize interior design AND grea…
Rebecca Zajac is a powerhouse in the world of interior design with a rich background spanning TV production on HGTV and A&E, high-end home renovations, and now—tech entrepreneurship. In this episode, Rebecca shares how she’s ...
1183: How the Digital Dentist became THE go-to person in his industry…
What happens when a former periodontist brings his lifelong passion for technology into one of the most overlooked corners of the healthcare industry? In this episode, you'll meet Dr. Lorne Lavine—also known as The Digital De...
1182: THIS HIDDEN METRIC is the one that will ensure your business do…
In this episode, Beth Thornton, founder of Thornton Advisory Solutions, shares her journey of building a career around customer success and how it became the cornerstone of her entrepreneurial venture. With over 18 years of e...
1181: How to build CONVICTION for your ideas (AND make them better wi…
Ever feel like you have a million-dollar idea but don't know the next step? Chad Vavra, a designer and developer with over 20 years of experience working with giants like Pixar, Google, and Meta, joins us to solve that exact problem. He breaks down how he’s democratizing the high-level strategies t…
1180: The tech CEO who operates at SCALE and whose company launched a…
In this episode, Brian sits down with Artie Chang, President & CEO of PanTerra Networks, a pioneer in unified cloud communications and AI-powered customer engagement. Artie shares how his decades of experience in tech—from Be...
1179: THIS is how to provide VALUE at every step of the way to attrac…
In this episode, Brian Lofrumento sits down with Joshua Kiernan, co-founder and CEO of Mosh JD, to explore how he's revolutionizing HR tech by simplifying the way companies manage job descriptions. Josh shares his journey fro...
1178: The MARKETING FIXER that's in and out with RESULTS in 6 months …
Caleb Madsen isn’t your typical marketer—he’s a marketing “fixer” with a track record of transforming chaos into clarity for both billion-dollar brands and emerging startups. From his unconventional start in a warehouse to le...
1177: Growing to a 100+ person company... and STILL maintaining freed…
In this episode, Dave Olsen, Founder and CEO of Nimbl, shares his journey from being a fractional CFO to building a fully remote accounting and business services firm that serves $1M to $10M businesses. Dave dives deep into h...
1176: This former GoPro CMO reveals EVERYTHING about growing a lifest…
In this episode, Paul Crandell, former CMO of GoPro, shares his incredible journey from selling artwork out of the back of his car to scaling some of the world’s most iconic brands. Now, as the founder and CEO of Lumi, a life...
1175: The secrets to ENGAGING and RETAINING Gen Z talent w/ Injil Muh…
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Gen Z talent engagement with Injil Muhammad, co-founder and CEO of Buddle. Injil shares his inspiring journey from Goldman Sachs to leading a platform that empowers young profes...
1174: Changing how we brush our teeth!? Using entrepreneurship and an…
In this episode, Dr. Kenny Brown—oral and maxillofacial surgeon turned entrepreneur—shares how he's redefining oral care through Feno, a groundbreaking health tech company. From hospital rooms to TikTok feeds, his smart brush is making waves by turning a daily habit into a health-boosting ritual. B…
1173: The PSYCHOLOGICAL advantage we can gain as high performers w/ J…
From a Division 1 rower who endured four knee surgeries to the founder of a cutting-edge tech company, JT Winston’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and innovation. In this episode, JT shares how his personal struggles ...
1172: Unlocking the POTENTIAL in every conflict w/ Katie Kolon
In this episode of the Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur Podcast, host Brian Lofrumento sits down with Katie Kolon, a certified mediator and conflict resolution expert, to discuss how entrepreneurs can navigate conflict in busine...
1171: CONSENSUS-BASED AI models that can tackle cybersecurity, phishi…
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of cybersecurity and AI with David Beltran, a 30-year tech veteran and the founder of CypherShield . David shares how his insatiable curiosity led him from dismantling toys as a ki...
1170: The entrepreneur disrupting education with MICROSCHOOLS (and ho…
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of education transformation with Dr. Melissa Feiger, founder of Wander Through Wonder, a groundbreaking micro school that’s redefining how students learn. Melissa shares her journe...