Episodes

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4lm5sKP In this episode, Brian sits down with Sergio Sotelo, an experienced IT executive, entrepreneur, and AI strategist. Sergio shares his remarkable 24+ year journey from software engineering to becoming the CEO of Euler Innovations, a technology firm focused on revolutionizing the travel industry with AI. A former IBM executive, Sergio led the IBM Watson AI business in Latin America and has spoken in front of the president of Peru. Now, he’s building a gr...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43GZjmm In this episode, Joanne Merrick shares how she’s reshaping leadership development by combining neuroscience with practical management strategies. Joanne, founder of The Leadership Recipe and author of Game On: Is Management Your Best Career Play?, explains why soft skills are actually hard skills — and how to develop them intentionally. Her global experience with companies like Deloitte and Amazon gives her a unique perspective on what makes a great l...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3HH7re7 In this episode, Mark Brennan shares his incredible journey from working at Salesforce to founding Kynoch Labs, where he's pioneering the use of autonomous AI agents for business growth. Mark dives deep into the current state of AI, how businesses can leverage agent-based AI to boost efficiency and customer service, and why the AI revolution is closer than you think. This episode is packed with insights on how to integrate AI into your business and st...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/442x6p4 In this episode, Kristi Broom shares her deep expertise in helping businesses navigate the tricky transition from startup to scale-up. With over 25 years of experience in strategic innovation and operational excellence, Kristi reveals the systems and strategies that drive sustainable growth. From building the right team to understanding the evolving nature of business phases, Kristi’s insights will help you unlock the next level of success in your bus...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3Zv1Uxc In this episode, Brian sits down with Janice Kephart, a national security and identity expert who has spent over two decades shaping identity policy and biometric solutions. Janice served as border counsel to the 9/11 Commission and has testified before the US Congress and the United Nations. Now, she's building ZipID—a groundbreaking identity authentication platform that simplifies compliance and solves a major pain point for employers. Janice’s stor...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jQZ7WA In this episode, Brian interviews Shaun Ayrton, the CEO and founder of Galini, a Y Combinator and General Catalyst-backed startup helping enterprises deploy AI responsibly. Shaun shares his journey from working at McKinsey, where he drove over $500M in revenue growth, to founding Galini with his former college roommate. He explains how Galini is addressing the challenges of AI compliance, data privacy, and regulation—problems that are becoming more ur...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43JrukI Affiliate marketing isn’t dead—it’s just misunderstood. In this episode, Jessica Robinson, founder of Affiliate Marketing Partners and former Global Head of Affiliates at PayPal, reveals why affiliate marketing is one of the most underutilized but high-ROI client acquisition strategies today. Whether you're a solopreneur, an agency owner, or part of a high-growth startup, Jessica breaks down how affiliate marketing works (the right way), how to bui...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45kwa1D In this episode, Vadim Voss, founder of Next Level DeFi, reveals how everyday entrepreneurs can create passive income streams using decentralized finance (DeFi) strategies — without needing to be a financial expert. Vadim explains how he went from struggling with traditional banking to discovering the power of Bitcoin and DeFi, and how that experience shaped his mission to educate others. He breaks down complex concepts like yield farming, liquidity m...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3HynY3V In this episode, Brian sits down with Robert Chen, a retired Army veteran turned tech entrepreneur, who’s changing the game in B2B sales automation. After pivoting from an events and social media platform, Robert founded SupportSales.ai — a groundbreaking sales software that automates lead generation, personalized email outreach, and even replies to incoming leads. Robert shares how AI is streamlining sales, reducing costs, and making business growth ...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jGZ0gc In this episode, Brian sits down with Graham Wood, founder of Shopik, a game-changing platform that automates product listings for resellers using AI and machine learning. After being laid off from Google, Graham leveraged his 20+ years of experience in aerospace, big tech, and media to create Shopik, helping companies cut down product listing time from 45 minutes to under 2 minutes. Graham shares his entrepreneurial journey, the role AI plays in stre...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45fpaD5 What happens when a surfer, digital marketer, and golf addict sees a massive inefficiency in the sport he loves? He builds a startup to fix it. In this episode, Ryan Walsh, founder of Fairway Finder, reveals how he's disrupting the $84B golf industry by creating the "Google Flights of golf tee times." Ryan shares how he went from teaching surf lessons to fund his rent to launching a tech platform that’s solving problems for both golfers and golf co...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4kpPgb5 In this episode, we’re joined by Azam and Raihan Dadabhoy, the brother duo behind Sensiply, a revolutionary job marketplace redefining how employers and job seekers connect. Sensiply’s flagship feature, SensiPitch, is a game-changing video pitch platform that allows candidates to showcase their personality, skills, and energy – breaking away from the limitations of traditional resumes. Azam and Raihan share how their personal frustrations with the job...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4jvOisz In this episode, Brian sits down with Coltrane Kubo, co-founder of Aidgentic, an AI automation agency helping solopreneurs and small businesses streamline workflows and maximize efficiency. Coltrane shares how AI can do more than generate content—it can automate operations, enhance creativity, and serve as a true business partner. If you’re looking to save time, automate repetitive tasks, and leverage AI to grow your business, this episode is a must-l...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3SwRSI9 In this episode, we sit down with Fernando Menendez, the founder of fscales, a performance creative agency helping e-commerce brands thrive through data-driven ad strategies and high-converting user-generated content (UGC). With experience managing over $21 million in ad spend and working with major brands like Red Bull, Fernando shares his journey from media buying at SocialCode and MuteSix to building his own agency. His insights into the importance...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/45CLyGz Sales is often the biggest challenge for entrepreneurs—but what if you could bring in elite sales talent to close more deals for you? In this episode, Neal Rummler, founder of Maverick Marketing, reveals how he built a multi-million dollar sales operation that helps home service businesses maximize revenue through upselling. From his door-to-door sales roots to running a scalable sales team, Neal shares invaluable sales strategies, the power of script...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3FhJx8f Your brand’s visuals speak volumes before you even say a word. In today’s episode, Dana Francks, co-founder of JK Creative NYC, takes us behind the scenes of high-end visual branding and post-production. From working with major brands like Under Armour to helping small businesses craft premium aesthetics, Dana shares the secrets of how to make your brand stand out visually—without breaking the bank. We dive into: How Dana transitioned from corp...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/43GqE75 Change is inevitable—but navigating it with clarity, purpose, and intention can make all the difference. In this episode, Sami Packard, an expert in design thinking, organizational change, and relationship coaching, shares her insights on how entrepreneurs and couples can embrace transitions with confidence. As the founder of Coupledom, she helps successful couples design fulfilling lives together, blending strategic decision-making with deep self-awa...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3Fta82a Tracy Bednar is no stranger to high-stakes leadership. From managing a $3 billion P&L at Best Buy to working with industry giants like Fitbit and Google, she knows firsthand what it takes to deliver results under pressure. But after years of grinding in corporate, she hit a breaking point—leading her to reinvent success on her own terms. Now, as an executive coach and corporate trainer, Tracy helps high-achieving professionals increase their influe...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3ZDrEHA If you feel like you're constantly putting out fires in your business, struggling with efficiency, or just want a clearer path to growth, this episode is for you! Emily Spellerberg, founder and CEO of Emily Spellerberg Consulting, specializes in operations, systems, and continuous improvement for small to medium-sized businesses. Emily dives deep into how to streamline your business operations, empower your team, and make incremental improvements t...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4mxR5nQ If you've ever struggled to figure out how to bring your passions and expertise together into a thriving business, this episode is for you. Shefali Mehta is an economist, statistician, and entrepreneur who has built a career on applying diverse disciplines to solve real-world challenges. As the founder of Open Rivers Consulting Associates, Shefali helps businesses and nonprofits develop impactful strategies through data-driven decision-making, inno...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/3FwUtid In this episode, Brian sits down with Andrew Zang, a law-trained real estate expert turned AI entrepreneur, who’s building bespoke AI systems with a focus on responsibility, privacy, and first-party data. Andrew is the founder of Bespoke AIR (Artificial Intelligence Review), where he delivers secure, on-premise, and hyper-specific AI tools designed for real companies—not just tech demos. What makes this episode powerful is Andrew’s unique lens: a f...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4dz3e7X Government contracting is a complex, competitive, and highly lucrative industry—but Arthur Runno is changing the game. As the CEO of Turingon, Arthur is leveraging AI to streamline proposal writing and make federal contracts more accessible. With 20+ years of experience, billions of dollars in successful bids, and a background in the U.S. Navy as a cryptologic linguist, Arthur has a deep understanding of what it takes to win in this space. In this ...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4mwiLcT In this episode, we dive deep into the power of data, technology, and accountability with Adam Serlin, founder of Independent Variable. Adam’s journey from working with at-risk youth in the justice system to leading a data-driven consulting firm is nothing short of inspiring. What started as a passion for improving community-based programs led him to develop cutting-edge data collection and analytics solutions that help nonprofits and government organ...

EPISODE STACK: https://stackl.ist/4dxahOB What if entrepreneurship could be a tool for preserving cultural heritage? That’s exactly what Nadine Zaza, founder of Culture Crate, is doing. With a background in architecture, human-centered design, and cultural strategy, Nadine has built a mission-driven business that brings intangible cultural heritage to life through experiential learning kits. In this episode, Nadine shares her journey from working with refugee educators to building a busine...