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Telecom Reseller / Technology Reseller NewsTelecom Reseller / Technology Reseller NewsThe Bot in the Room: Why AI-Driven Meetings May Be More Human Than You Think, Comunicano Podcast“Sitting in a meeting and not contributing is more impersonal than letting a bot attend in your place.” — Andy Abramson, Founder & CEO, Comunicano In a wide-ranging and fast-moving conversation with Technology Reseller News publisher Doug Green, veteran communications strategist Andy Abramson delivers a provocative take on the state—and future—of meetings in the AI era. Abramson, Founder and CEO of Comunicano and a decades-long force in telecom PR and strategic communications, begins by challenging the conventional wisdom that in-person meeting attendance is always better. Responding to a Washington Post article about AI bots attending meetings on behalf of humans, Abramson a...2025-07-0900 minThe Well Community Church SermonsThe Well Community Church Sermons1 Peter 5:8-14Andy Abramson leads us through Peter's sign-off for his letter, wrapping up our series on 1 Peter2025-06-0330 minRoundup PodcastRoundup PodcastMinistry Vision & Strategy That Works with Andy Abramson (Roundup 2025 Breakout Session) In this mini-season of the Roundup Podcast, we’re featuring every breakout session from Roundup 2025. Enjoy this episode on Ministry Vision & Strategy That Works with Andy Abramson. 2025-05-151h 01The Well Community Church SermonsThe Well Community Church Sermons1 Peter 3:9-17This week, we welcome guest teacher Andy Abramson, who reminds us what it means to be blessed, and how to bless others.2025-04-1436 minCampus BeatCampus BeatHey Westerburgers, Heathers is here! A QMT Takeover of CFRC!Ring! Ring! Wanna see something super HOT before the summer? Queen’s Musical Theatre brought Heathers to Kingston! In this episode, CFRC’s Nathan Zhe chatted with QMT’s Vocal Director Ryan Killoran about QMT and their upcoming production hitting the Baby Grand April 10th-17th!  Details below! Queen’s Musical Theatre is proud to announce “HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL” as our Winter 2025 Production. Book, Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy. Based on the film written by Daniel Waters, “HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL” was originally directed Off-Broadway by Andy Fickman and choreographed by Marguerite Derricks. “HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL” is presented by arrangement...2025-04-0917 minSpeak EasySpeak EasyAndy Abramson, CEO and Founder at ComunicanoDownload and listen as Andy Abramson discusses "thought processing" vs. word processing. He highlights AI's role in refining ideas, not just words, citing tools like Cleft and others. Abramson emphasizes personalized AI, advocating for small language models (SLMs) over large ones (LLMs) for data privacy and relevance. He details using Cleft to streamline meeting summaries and presentation creation, reducing weeks of work to minutes. He values tools that iterate on ideas, comparing it to an artist refining their work. Abramson envisions future tools that expand from words to images, video, and holographic content, driven by neural implants. He stresses...2025-03-0628 minTruth Over SpinTruth Over SpinE2 Dr. John Abramson Discusses the Dark Side of Big Pharma (2014)For more information visit www.pamkilleen.com and www.truthoverspin.com From Pam Killeen's legacy media, Andy Oudman (1290 AM CJBK, London ON) and Pam Killeen interview John D. Abramson, a medical doctor and lecturer at Harvard Medical School and the author of "Overdosed America: The Broken Promise of American Medicine." He also serves as an expert in litigation involving the pharmaceutical industry. (March 3, 2014) In this conversation, Andy Oudman, Pam Killeen and Dr. John Abramson discuss the alarming state of the pharmaceutical industry, the overprescription of drugs, and the impact of lifestyle choices on health. They...2024-12-1544 minConnect.VegasConnect.VegasConnect Vegas Episode 6 - Andy AbramsonIn this episode of the Connect.Vegas podcast, host Ben Laifsky interviews Andy Abramson, CEO of Communicano, a value creation communications agency based in Las Vegas. The discussion covers Abramson's extensive experience in guiding companies to successful exits, emphasizing his expertise in branding, storytelling, and strategic communication.Key takeaways from the conversation include:Value Creation through Storytelling: Abramson highlights the importance of creating a clear, credible, and contagious story for a brand, which can differentiate a company in the market and drive successful exits. He stresses that a good CEO should be a "selling...2024-09-0352 minThe Translational MixerThe Translational MixerEpisode 6: Veronique Kiermer on open science and a White NegroniSend us a textVeronique  Kiermer,  Chief Scientific Officer and Executive  Editor  at  the  Public  Library  of  Science, talks about the myriad ways in which open science is changing the face of research and some of the challenges it poses for AI and the translational arena.  01:55 What is open science?03:55 What are barriers to openness?07:28 Early adopters10:30 Open challenges for AI11:35 Registered reports and publication bias14:20 PLOS’ priorities for open science18:40 The Open Science Village beyond data access and sharing24:25 Reproducibility and reuse in drug research27:30 Can biotech...2024-06-0151 minWhat\'s Up with Tech?What's Up with Tech?Exploring the Convergence of IT, IoT, and Communications at the IT ExpoInterested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.comEmbark on a journey with us to the bustling halls of IT Expo in Fort Lauderdale, and discover the pulse of the technology super show that's steering the course of our digital future. Hear straight from IT Expo Chairperson Rich Tehrani about its transformation into a melting pot of sectors and trends, with insights on how this impacts businesses and the tech industry. Julie Smith from Snom illuminates the critical role of in-person events in curating effective marketing strategies, providing a rare glimpse into the evolving...2024-01-2244 minThe Kirk + Kurtts Design PodcastThe Kirk + Kurtts Design PodcastBarney Abramson, Award-winning designer and creative leaderSend us a textOn this episode of the Kirk + Kurtts Design Podcast, we dive into the world of design with guest Barney Abramson. We kick off with the impact of fast-changing trends on branding and how social media is a game-changer. Then we dig into networking essentials for new designers, focusing on platforms like LinkedIn and Slack. Barney also dishes on the mental toll the industry can take and shares tips for stress management. Tune in for a candid chat on design, networking, and mental well-being.View Barney's work here: https...2023-09-1847 minHow to Split a Toaster: A Divorce Podcast About Saving Your RelationshipsHow to Split a Toaster: A Divorce Podcast About Saving Your RelationshipsFigure Out Who You Are and How to Love Yourself Again with Ashley AbramsonShedding Self Judgment in Favor of Self LoveGetting lost in a marriage happens for a variety of reasons – you grow apart from your spouse, your kids move out, other changes happen in your lives. But at the end of the day, it may boil down to the fact that you don’t really know yourself. Ashley Abramson is a solution focused self love mentor and trauma coach who joins Seth and Pete to talk about the important journey you need to make – whether it’s before you get married, during your marriage, during your divorce, or after yo...2023-08-2942 minCold Springs ChurchCold Springs ChurchThe Mission of PeopleAndy Abramson July 23, 20232023-07-2441 minRoundup PodcastRoundup PodcastStarting a College Ministry (Part 2) with Andy Abramson (Roundup 2023 Breakout Series) In this mini-season of the Roundup Podcast, we're featuring every breakout session from Roundup 2023. Enjoy this episode on Starting a College Ministry (Part 2) with Andy Abramson. 2023-05-1154 minRoundup PodcastRoundup PodcastStarting a College Ministry (Part 1) with Andy Abramson (Roundup 2023 Breakout Series) In this mini-season of the Roundup Podcast, we're featuring every breakout session from Roundup 2023. Enjoy this episode on Starting a College Ministry (Part 1) with Andy Abramson. 2023-05-1136 minBad On PaperBad On PaperThe Best & Worst Book to Screen AdaptationsTime for us to answer the age old question: Is the movie ever better than the book? Our current selves have a very different answer than we would have had 5 years ago.    We’re talking about our favorite and least favorite book to screen adaptations, and the adaptations we are excited for, featuring calls from listeners with their thoughts!    Favorite Book-To-Screen Adaptations Olivia: Gone Girl (Book by Gillian Flynn), 2019’s Little Women (Book by Louisa May Alcott), Tuck Everlasting (Book by Natalie Babbitt), Room (Book by Emma Donaghue)  Becca...2023-04-051h 08The Deal BoardThe Deal BoardBuy or Sell a Business with Real EstateAndy and Jessica welcome you to another episode of The Deal Board Podcast. This week they are accompanied by two of Transworld’s Real Estate partners to talk about how commercial real estate leads business brokerage and affects business sales now and in the future.   Andy and Jessica are joined today by Phil Kubat, who dives deep into how commercial real estate is now in the Rocky Mountains area, and Alan Kaye, who shares his expertise in commercial deals.   Listing of the week: Jeni Abramson (Beverly Hills) is selling a highly repu...2023-03-2041 minEV Revolution Show -  Audio PodcastsEV Revolution Show - Audio PodcastsEpisode 42 – EV Revolution Show Audio Podcast – AEHRA Automobiles!My special guest:   Andy Abramson, Global Chief Marketing Officer, AEHRA Automobiles Episode Recorded Via Zoom Video Conferencing Platform.  AEHRA has been created to deliver a step-change in the design, customer, and ownership experience of ultra premium electric vehicles (EVs). Headquartered in Milan, AEHRA is a privately funded global company that disrupts the existing automotive ecosystem … Continue reading "Episode 42 – EV Revolution Show Audio Podcast – AEHRA Automobiles! "2022-10-0537 minThe EmbargoedThe EmbargoedThe Embargoed - Episode 47In this week’s episode we get Andy Abramson: Global Chief Marketing Officer for AEHRA, a Milan-based startup making ultra premium electric vehicles. So many stories in this episode. You're gonna wanna plug into this one - we talk sports, wine, design, cars and how to make sure that PR gets a seat at the table.  2022-09-1942 minThe Deal BoardThe Deal BoardAn Incredible Quarter: Deals, Sale Prices, and Earnings Are Up Again!Andy and Jessica welcome you to another episode of The Deal Board Podcast. This time, they want to share the current Record Quarter they have experienced at Transworld Business Advisors, where deals, average sale price, and earnings are up again! This certainly paints an auspicious picture for the business marketplace!   Andy and Jessica are also sharing the top 15 industries ranked by the number of deals that were sold in this quarter.   Listings of the week: Jeni Abramson (Beverly Hills, California) is selling an established profitable swimming lessons business that has be...2022-07-2855 minKilled by DeskKilled by Desk65 Dave “The Spazz” Abramson - Broadcast Engineer ( Sea Monkeys / The Yams / The Shemps)Links:Music to Spazz byhttps://wfmu.org/playlists/MShttps://vimeo.com/320469169https://www.instagram.com/p/CMCo88jFnZX/https://www.instagram.com/p/CKpL7VHFOXp/Steve Allen Riderhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CX_Q-wkrxwJ/Master Controlhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CP8lN6FjJbE/Sea Monkeyshttps://seamonkeysnyc.bandcamp.com/album/sea-monkeysSecret Sign LP - A masterpiecehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-nz_ZQNACMVs Bigfoothttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waPLimZQTCA2022-01-041h 22That Week In SNL (A Vintage Saturday Night Live Podcast)That Week In SNL (A Vintage Saturday Night Live Podcast)Pre-Season 47 ShenanigansWe're back again with our usual preseason chatter and babble but this time, we've got Ian Abramson in tow! Weddings, Norm, Andy Kaufman, questions from the audience! It's guaranteed to take up an hour of your life!2021-09-241h 10ABIDE PodcastABIDE PodcastWhy Disciple-Making?Season 2 kicks off by introducing disciple-making and why it is important with guest Andy Abramson.2021-02-1530 minRoundup PodcastRoundup PodcastCommunity Colleges and Commuter Schools Mitch sits down with Andy Abramson and Chris Cummings on the struggles of reaching community colleges and commuter schools and some pathways to reach them. 2021-02-0239 minRising Titans with Andy WeissRising Titans with Andy WeissBecoming an Expert and Starting Your Own Law Firm with Ben BrashIn today’s episode we sit down with Ben Brash, co-founder and partner at Rukab Brash, a law firm specializing in real estate and construction. Ben’s practice provides owner’s representative services to development and renovation projects throughout the tristate area. In addition, Ben serves as a Trustee of the Washington Institute of Near East Policy and is a member of its Abramson Young Leaders program. Ben can be reached at. Ben@RukabBrash.com. 2020-06-251h 01The ArcThe ArcDimensionalityIn architecture dimensions are crucial, ranging from prosaic units of scale and size to deeper and subtler considerations of a building’s qualities and surface effects. This episode is about dimensionality, about its artifice, its strangeness, its unexpected qualities. SCI-Arc History+Theory Coordinator, Marrikka Trotter, will consider how dimensions coexist across vast distances of space and time with UCLA postdoctoral scholar in Astronomy and Astrophysics Louis Abramson, various dimensions of architectural representation with SCI-Arc senior faculty and Visual Studies Coordinator Devyn Weiser, as well as the perspective of a multi-layered queer aesthetics with art historian, curator, and author Andy Campbell.2020-03-0437 minRoundup PodcastRoundup PodcastDeveloping Vision and Implementing Strategy Mitch speaks with Andy Abramson, founder and director of elementum, about how vision and strategy are relevant for all sizes of churches. It helps every church determine the why and what of ministry and grow into its uniqueness in God's mission. 2020-01-0716 minThrive HarborThrive HarborHow to Have Faith (Hebrews 11) | Andy AbramsonRadical faith produces radical Jesus followers. But where does faith come from? Andy Abramson, founder and national director of elementum, explains that faith comes from falling in love with God in this message based on Hebrews 11.2020-01-0334 minLife of a Church PlanterLife of a Church PlanterReaching Gen Z with Andy Abramson There is another generation coming into their own, but are we ready as a church to reach out? In this conversation we talk with Andy Abramson about all things Gen Z. How can we reach out to Gen Z? What does it look like to plant a church on a college campus? How can existing churches engage the next generation. Andy shares some amazing insights from years of experience founding and working with Elementum, a ministry dedicated to reaching and deploying the next generation into God's kingdom calling. To find out more about Elementum or to connect...2019-12-0233 minRefugee Stories: In Their Own VoicesRefugee Stories: In Their Own VoicesEpisode 7 "Faith Forward: Stronger Together" + Bonus Content: An Imam, A Pastor, and a DreamWhat does faith demand of us? What can we gain from meeting those demands? What has gone so wrong and how can faith help us find a solution in the conflicting narrative about refugees, Muslims, and immigrants in general? Meet Faith Forward Dallas, an interfaith coalition in Dallas, Texas providing a model to the world of how we can practice our faith and be stronger together. Guests on this episode: Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Imam Omar Suleiman, Rev. Michael Waters, Linda Abramson Evans, Rev. Andy Stoker, Sedrick N'twali EPISODE SOURCE CREDITS: Special thanks to Julie Silver for use of her song...2018-05-0300 minProbably ScienceProbably ScienceEpisode 286 - Ian AbramsonComedian Ian Abramson (@ianabramson) joins Andy and Matt to talk about the death of Jim Jefferies, the Inland Empire, Roger Bannister, how fast the average person can run, Dick Tracy, a rocket man and the flat earth conspiracy conspiracy, Andy's connection to a waterslide tragedy, Grantland's article about said waterslide, magic skin spray, dirty rubber duckies, the forensic mystery behind Legionnaires' disease, essential oils for boy boobs, California’s silly Prop 65 cancer warning, Uber still sucking, Ian's Conan appearance and the #DickTracyChallenge.2018-03-281h 08Leadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter DialogueLeadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter DialogueThinking outside the box and the power of asymmetrical leadership and marketing with Andy Abramson (MDE241)Minter Dialogue Episode #241 — Andy Abramson is CEO and founder of Comunicano, Inc., a strategic communications agency. He is also co-founder of Velocity Growth Inc, a strategic development and social markets services company. Andy’s a contributing writer to MoneyInc and an acknowledged influencer in all things VOIP. Beyond that, Andy worked with NHL Philadelphia Flyers ice hockey team and is an aficionado and award-winning wine producer. In this podcast we talk about growth, communication strategies, new tech and what it takes to be a leader. Meanwhile, please send me your questions as an audio file (or normal emai...2017-07-0947 minUpNext at The StreamUpNext at The StreamUpNext — Andy Abramson on How to Reach Millennials With the GospelWhy aren’t millennials going to church? On this special episode of UpNext, Andy Abramson, founder of Verge Ministries, talks with millennial author Gabrielle Bosché about the need to reach the next generation with the Gospel. Listen in as Andy and Gabrielle discuss: - the value of relationships - how to survive college as a Christian - the two things faith leaders can do to reach millennials today. For more on Andy’s work, visit Verge28.org.2017-06-1400 minVUC: IP Communications CommunityVUC: IP Communications CommunityVUC631 - Andy Abramson and Jay CarpenterTraveling with technology, blockchain and much more. 2017-02-0300 minVUC: IP Communications CommunityVUC: IP Communications CommunityVUC631 - Andy Abramson and Jay CarpenterTraveling with technology, blockchain and much more.2017-02-0300 minTRAVEL ITCH RADIOLearn about the latest trends in business travel and technology, how to make maximum mileage out of local resources, and how to plan a "workcation" when Communicato, Inc. CEO Andy Abramson visits TRAVEL ITCH RADIO Thursday Nov. 12 at 8p ET on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio.com. Listen to this enticing live interview hosted by award-winning travel journalists Dan Schlossberg and Christine Tibbetts. TRAVEL ITCH concludes its 2015 season a week later, on Nov. 19, with Katie Thompson, director of sales and marketing at Nashville Union Station, a member of Historic Hotels of America.2015-11-1330 minThe Dork ForestThe Dork ForestTDF 285 – Ian Abramson knows Mayor McCheeseIan Abramson (@ianabramson on twitter and ) is a comic and actor and we talk for a HALF hour about McDonald’sLand. Then we talk about Buster Keaton. Both dorkdoms are crazy fascinating. He has a great show that he hosts called “7 Minutes in Purgatory.” check it OUT! We all know I have an hour comedy video out at right? Cuz I do. $5 download. It’s called “This Will Make An Excellent Horcrux” because comedy is all about soul ;) … Own it today and forever. OR get a hard copy (or the CD) on the Merch page on my website.   You can DONATE to the d...2015-05-051h 02Put Your Hands Together with Cam and RheaPut Your Hands Together with Cam and RheaAndy Kindler, Brian Babylon, Andy Erikson, Ian Abramson, Michelle BiloonKnockout sets from Andy Kindler, Brian Babylon, Andy Erikson, Ian Abramson and Michelle Biloon, and your hosts Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher. 2015-04-161h 12Noisy Ghost PodcastNoisy Ghost PodcastEpisode Two - "Cyborg Of Stolen Parts"In episode two, Eleanor, André and Erik welcome special ghost Ian Abramson to talk about celebrity impersonators Bill Clinton, Iggy Azalea and Andy Kaufman.2014-09-291h 11Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars7/28/14 Russ Reeder Pres. Media TempleAndy Abramson is the founder of Comunicano, Inc., a 20+ person asymmetrical communications consultancy, geared to providing clients with Senior Advising, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications and Marketer-In-Residence services to start-ups, companies in transition and established brands with regard to influencer relations, marketing, advertising, public relations, social media, promotion, events and reputation management in the technology, consumer products and business to business markets. In the last 10 years 27 of his agency’s clients have exited, with three IPOs. Some of the acquiring companies include Google, eBay, Yahoo, Nokia, Cisco, IBM, Citrix Online, Computer Associates, Symantec and Logitech.For 14 years Andy was Ke...2014-07-281h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars7/7/14 William Quigley Clearstone Vent,William Quigley joined Clearstone Venture Partners (formerly idealab Capital Partners) shortly after its formation and concentrates on its Internet, Gaming and Communications related investments.William’s current portfolio reflects his belief in the enormous opportunities in the consumer Internet, wireless and enterprise markets (Xfire.com, Titan Gaming, AOptix Technologies, SoonR, Meru Networks, Novariant). He is also focused on emerging companies offering managed services in the enterprise and consumer sectors (Communicado, Spock Networks). William is a member of the board of directors of AOptix Technologies, Meru Networks, Novariant, SoonR, Xfire and Evertune.William joined Clearstone from Mid-Atlantic Ve...2014-07-071h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars6/30/14 Tony Horton Founder P90XTony Horton is the creator behind P90X® - the best selling fitness program in America. Over the past 25 years, Tony has inspired and motivated people all over the world by sharing his fitness expertise with professional athletes, sports teams, television and film stars, recording artists and 4 million plus people.Tony changes lives with the perfect mix of physical fitness routines, encouragement, humor, discipline and fun. His specialties includes weight/resistance training, cardiovascular/aerobic training, advanced stretching, yoga, boxing and kickboxing, plus circuit, cross and interval training and post-rehabilitation training. Using his personally developed Muscle Confusion techniques, his m...2014-06-301h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars6/26/14 Scott Page PINK FLOYDScott Page is a technologist, entrepreneur, musician and songwriter. Page is most recognized as the saxophonist for Pink Floyd, Supertramp and Toto. As an entrepreneur, he formed Walt Tucker Productions an audio video post production company in 1987. In 1992, he Co-founded 7th Level, Inc., a CD-ROM game and educational software company. Later, Page Co-founded New Media Broadcasting Company, a social media and collaborative communications enterprise. Since 2011, he has been the Co-founder and CEO of Direct2Care, an online presence management company for healthcare.Scott Page has received several acknowledgments and awards, primarily for his technology companies’ achievements. Named one of...2014-06-261h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars6/23/14 Jeff Potter CEO Surf AirAndy Abramson is the founder of Comunicano, Inc., a 20+ person asymmetrical communications consultancy, geared to providing clients with Senior Advising, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications and Marketer-In-Residence services to start-ups, companies in transition and established brands with regard to influencer relations, marketing, advertising, public relations, social media, promotion, events and reputation management in the technology, consumer products and business to business markets. In the last 10 years 27 of his agency’s clients have exited, with three IPOs. Some of the acquiring companies include Google, eBay, Yahoo, Nokia, Cisco, IBM, Citrix Online, Computer Associates, Symantec and Logitech.For 14 years Andy was Ke...2014-06-241h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars6/19/14 Scott Page PINK FLOYDAndy Abramson is the founder of Comunicano, Inc., a 20+ person asymmetrical communications consultancy, geared to providing clients with Senior Advising, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications and Marketer-In-Residence services to start-ups, companies in transition and established brands with regard to influencer relations, marketing, advertising, public relations, social media, promotion, events and reputation management in the technology, consumer products and business to business markets. In the last 10 years 27 of his agency’s clients have exited, with three IPOs. Some of the acquiring companies include Google, eBay, Yahoo, Nokia, Cisco, IBM, Citrix Online, Computer Associates, Symantec and Logitech.For 14 years Andy was Ke...2014-06-191h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars3/10/14 Dulari Amin Pres. PhenomenonDulari Amin is the CEO and President of PHENOMENON. Dulari shares what it’s like to create a company surrounded by ever changing conditions, and how we can start something like this ourselves! PHENOMENON dreams, designs and architects innovations that create cultural phenomena. This is done on behalf of brands, entertainment networks, inventors, and any other entity that can benefit from becoming a part of consumer culture. PHENOMENON’s work manifests itself through cultural, digital, and experience innovations.Can you imagine having an incurable ailment? It would be devastating. Emilie Davidson Hoyt received a gift from her father, turn...2014-03-111h 24Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars2/17/14 Tom Patterson GM CSC GlobalOn This Episode : Tom Patterson, Jeff & Cindy Ullman and Andy AbramsonA highly acclaimed security expert, published author, and keynote speaker who provides compelling insight into cyber security issues of the day, Tom Patterson provides clarity while delivering a high energy view into security that is of critical importance today. Patterson shares his insights and incredible knowledge on an area a lot of us either don't know about, or is just to confusing to understand. If you have any questions regarding internet security do not miss this compelling interview! Currently CSC's Global GM for Cybersecurity Consulting, Tom has...2014-02-181h 21Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#409 Chris Simms CEO Lazy Dog RestaurantAlan Fox is the founder, editor, and publisher of Rattle, one of the most respected literary magazines in the United States, and he sits on the board of directors of several non-profit foundations. *PEOPLE TOOLS: 54 Strategies for Building Relationships, Creating Joy, and Embracing Prosperity* is the distillation of his experience in accounting, law, real estate, poetry, three marriages, and raising six children, two step children, and one foster child . Alan shares why he started his groundbreaking magazine, how you can benefit from it, and lessons you can learn and use everyday in your life!Chris Simms is the...2014-01-281h 23Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars# 404 Mark Verge West Side RentalsBrad Johnson is a leading force in the Culinary world. So how do you stand out in a world with a restaurant on every block? This is how Post & Beam was born, a concept he and and acclaimed Chef Govind Armstrong came up with, serving moderately priced California comfort food. The restaurant features a wood burning oven, open hearth cooking, open kitchen, patio and on-site garden. And Brad doesn't stop there, he is also the owner of Brad Johnson & Associates, a Restaurant management company dedicated to improving restaurant performance through cost effective operations, marketing and purchasing programs, comprehensive training, and...2014-01-211h 20Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars# 403 Steve Farber Extreme LeadershipNell Merlino is Founder, President and CEO of Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence, the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources for women to grow their micro businesses into million $ enterprises. She is author of “Stepping Out of Line: Lessons for Women Who Want It Their Way in Life, in Love, and at Work,” from Broadway Books, which is available from Amazon.com. Throughout her career, Nell Merlino has been inspiring millions of people to take action. She is the creative force behind Take Our Daughters to Work Day, which moved more than 71 million Americans to participate in a day...2014-01-181h 22Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#394 William Quigley Clearstone VentureOn This Episode : Josh Flagg, William Quigley & Andy Abramson Celebrating his tenth year in the real estate business, Josh Flagg is back and bigger than ever. Having sold $250,000,000 in residential real estate in little over a year, Flagg is taking the rebounding real estate market by storm. So how did Josh do it? He swings by the studio and fills our listeners in on his amazing run, what you can learn from his mistakes, and how you can get started. His record selling achievements include the most expensive house in Brentwood and the most expensive house in Beverly...2014-01-071h 24Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#383 Julie Aigner Clark (Baby Einstein)Ben Vanden Wymelenberg and Kevin Groenjes envisioned a little more Mother Nature and a lot less Big Brother in their lives and in their electronics. They created 100% real wood covers for their iPhones, iPads, Beats by Dre headphones and more. Secret Project Name: Woodchuck. Their motto? “Put wood on everything”. They explained how their idea blossomed, and global Expansion.Nancy Fulton is founder of High Value Viral Media, a start-up that works with name talent and sponsors to create great content for free distribution worldwide. She’s also senior business mentor for Doug Richard’s School for Start-ups in the U...2013-12-211h 22Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#374 Jay Samit (President, ooVoo)Tian Mu : Tian Mu is the co-founder and CEO of Naked Sky Entertainment. He built a 3-person start-up into a high caliber game development studio. Since the company’s inception in 2002, he assembled a team of top-notch developers; secured various development, licensing, co-marketing, and distribution deals; oversaw the production of all the projects; ran the operations of the studio; and raised funding from private investors for the development of a self-published, award-winning title. Tian has established marketing, distribution, and development partnerships with companies such as Microsoft, Sony, EA, Intel, nVidia, Epic Games, Riot Games, Valve, Paramount Digital, Majesco, and Bad Ro...2013-12-101h 24Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#348 Nancy Fulton (High Value)November 1st 2013 (Business Rockstars) Ready to hire your first employee? Don't trust your instincts! Ken explains the steps you need to take. Are you planning your day? How often do you check your calendar? Ken gives you the 101 on constructing a productive work week. A couple of years ago an idea took leaf. Ben Vanden Wymelenberg and Kevin Groenjes envisioned a little more Mother Nature and a lot less Big Brother in their lives and in their electronics. They created 100% real wood covers for their iPhones, iPads, Beats by Dre headphones and more. Secret Project Name: Woodchuck. Their motto? "Put...2013-11-021h 22Business RockstarsBusiness Rockstars#343 Jason Nazar (CEO Docstoc)Guests: Temeko Richardson, Chris Ovens, Jason Nazar, and Andy Abramson.Temeko Richardson is a techie entrepreneur and senior-level consultant with almost two decades of experience in devising corporate strategy, architecting operations planning, delivering customer relationship and customer experience solutions for leaders at Fortune 500 companies. She often shows how to implement systems to grow and diversify revenue, expand product development, and target customer outreach. Her vision for improving operational performance and cost-containment is outlined in her debut book, Get A Clue: 10 Steps to an Executive IQ.Chris Ovens is a pioneer and thought leader in enhancing business...2013-10-271h 21