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IndieRailsJared Brown - From Indie to 33 million in ARRIn this episode of Indie Rails, Jess and Jeremy interviewed Jared Brown, co-founder and CEO of Hubstaff.The conversation began with a serendipitous meeting at XO Ruby, where an early-morning parking deck encounter turned into a deeper discussion about SaaS, engineering, and long-term company building. What started as a casual conference conversation ultimately led to this episode.Jared shared the story of Hubstaff’s journey from a two-founder startup in 2012 to a globally distributed company with more than 130 employees and roughly $33 million in ARR. He reflected on the importance of...
2025-12-231h 05
A Cup of Jess PodcastTax Season Wake-Up Call: Nadia Rodriguez Breaks Down the Big BillEP 11
🎙️ New Episode of A Cup of Jess ☕
Your tax bill is coming — and sis, it can either be a beautiful bill or a nightmare.
In this episode with Dallas CPA Nadia Rodriguez, we get REAL about why people panic during tax season… and how that can change today.
We dive into:
— Why you need to stop avoiding your tax bill
— How planning NOW saves you money later
— The truth about write...
2025-12-2230 min
A Cup of Jess PodcastTax Season Realities: The Tough Conversations Preparers Must HaveTax season isn’t just forms and numbers — it’s pressure, expectations, and responsibility.
In this episode, I sit with EA Edward Lantigua to get REAL about what clients expect and what we, as tax preparers, must do to stay compliant.
We break down:
— The unrealistic requests we hear every year
— Why “just put it on the return” is a MAJOR no
— The due diligence that protects us and our clients
— How to set boundaries and lead with integrity
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2025-12-0830 min
A Cup of Jess PodcastBankruptcy Isn’t the EndEP 9
🎙️ New Episode of A Cup of Jess ☕
In this episode of A Cup of Jess, Regina Vazquez — a bankruptcy attorney and founder of her own firm — sits down with Jess to break down what really happens when you file. She explains the options most people don’t know they have, how the process works, and why bankruptcy isn’t the end of your financial future.
Regina also clears up a big myth: even people with an ITIN can file. There is hope, and yo...
2025-11-2430 min
Leaders In PaymentsEpisode 449 | Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnectWhat if paying with crypto felt as effortless as tapping your card? We sit down with Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnect, to unpack how stablecoins, smarter wallet-to-app messaging, and a new wave of SDKs are collapsing the gap between crypto checkout and the one-click experiences consumers expect.Jess traces her path from investment banking to early Bitcoin research to leading a network that connects 700 wallets to 70,000 applications and moves hundreds of billions in value. We dig into the real merchant story: slashing fees from the typical 2–3% card rates to basis points, settling in seconds instead of days, an...
2025-11-2424 min
Voices of the VigilantFear into Fluency: Building Real Cyber LiteracyPanic is not a security strategy. We sit down with Craig Taylor, co-founder of Cyberhoot and longtime virtual CISO, to unpack a people-first blueprint that replaces shame and fear with positive reinforcement, practical safeguards, and repeatable habits. Craig draws on his psychology background to explain why short, gamified exercises build muscle memory that holds up against urgent “CEO” emails and deepfake phone calls. The takeaway: rewarded behaviors are repeated, and that truth can transform both culture and outcomes.We dig into the highest-ROI controls leaders can deploy today, starting with multi-factor authentication across every external account and a fa...
2025-11-2142 min
The Ordinary Business™️ PodcastHow Brittany’s CEO Pact Keeps Her Business (and Brain) LeanEver feel like your brain has more browser tabs open than your laptop? Same. In this episode, I sit down with Brittany Braswell (https://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/) for a real talk about paring down distractions and building a business that actually fits real life (kids, carpool, inbox chaos and all). We dig into everything from closing computer tabs (seriously, it’s a thing) to saying “no thanks” to shiny new courses and unsubscribing from those relentless business emails.If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to keep your business lean without losing your sanity, Brittany...
2025-11-1820 min
A Cup of Jess PodcastEntre Fronteras y Justicia: La Voz de Blanca ArbourEP 8
🎙️ Nuevo episodio de Cup of Jess ☕
Hoy tuve una conversación muy especial con la abogada de inmigración Blanca Arbour, donde hablamos sobre lo que está pasando actualmente en inmigración, su propia historia como inmigrante y por qué el tema de Gaza y Palestina Libre 🇵🇸 toca tan profundamente su corazón.
Una charla real, humana y llena de propósito. 🌍✨
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2025-11-1030 min
This Meeting Could've Been a PodcastJess wants a real marketing budgetSeason 2 is here—and we're kicking it off with the conversation every marketer loves: asking for budget.Jess has big goals, a solid strategy, and one tiny problem: she needs money. Real money. Not the "ask permission for every shiny sponsorship" kind—an actual, formal quarterly budget.So, she builds her first-ever marketing budget, wraps it in a killer deck, and presents it to Josh and Nick. The number's big. Really big. But then something happens—they get excited.Hear how Jess convinced two founders to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars, why th...
2025-11-0539 min
Wealthy As F*ck - The PodcastEP 23: How To Work Less And Earn 10x More In Your Business - with Jess Whatman, CEO of AgentSyncEver wonder how successful women scale their businesses without burning out? In this episode, I sit down with Jess Whatman, Founder and CEO of AgentSync, who scaled her Australian agency to multi–seven figures in just two years while raising two kids and doing it all with ease, strategy, and structure.Jess shares the truth about outsourcing, leadership, and wealth creation for women in business. From letting go of control to redefining what it means to be a CEO, this conversation will change the way you think about delegation, time freedom, and financial growth.If yo...
2025-11-0151 min
Abundant + AlignedDid I really just say that? Unhinged CEO confessions and crazy growth decisions (that paid off)This episode does not just spill the tea. It pours the whole damn pot.If you’ve ever looked at a successful woman in business and thought "she has it all figured out,” .... this episode will make you realise we all start somewhere. I’m answering the questions no one asks publicly. The unhinged business decisions. The identity crises. The universe throwing tantrums while I’m trying to be a CEO. And the real mindset and business growth that happens when no one is watching.You'll get all the details on: The most...
2025-10-2855 min
The Fintech BlueprintHow WalletConnect Became the $400B Web3 Connectivity Layer, with CEO Jess HoulgraveIn this episode, Lex speaks with Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnect. In this episode Jess explains how WalletConnect bridges wallets and decentralized applications (dApps), simplifying secure blockchain interactions for millions of users.Together, Lex and Jess discuss the platform’s origins, technical innovations, and massive scale - supporting over 700 wallets and 70,000 projects. The conversation covers challenges in integrating traditional finance with Web3, regulatory compliance, and WalletConnect’s decentralized, token-incentivized network. Jess also shares insights on the future of on-chain commerce, global adoption trends, and the evolving relationship between fintech and blockchain infrastructure.NOTABLE DISCUSSION POINTS:Wa...
2025-10-2841 min
A Cup of Jess Podcast“El Viaje de un Emprendedor”EP 7
🎙️ New Episode of Cup of Jess | Nuevo episodio de Cup of Jess ☕
Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Miguel Ángel, founder of Secure Edge 360, who shares his inspiring story of building his business from the ground up — and how he balances work and personal life. 💼⚖️
We dive into discipline, leadership, and the importance of well-being while growing a company. 🌱✨
🚀 Don’t miss this powerful conversation full of motivation and lessons for every entrepreneur.
2025-10-2729 min
The Wealthy Woman PlaybookEp. 67 💼 From Hustle to Alignment: Attract Your Dream Clients Like a CEOIn this episode of The Wealthy Woman Playbook, Tara Elle and Jess Cardinal get real about what it takes to thrive in entrepreneurship—authenticity, focus, and fearless action. Forget the endless to-do lists and fake online hype—this is about building a business that actually works.They dive deep into how to attract your ideal clients, master your marketing strategy, and use mentorship and networking as your biggest power moves. Tara and Jess unpack the art of resourcefulness, showing that success doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from doing what matters.Thi...
2025-10-2238 min
Room for AllRoom For All S2 E24 - Live at the 2025 Social Traders Convene - Jess Colgan, All Things EqualRoom for All: Inclusive Employment and Social Enterprise with Jess ColganWelcome to 'Room for All,' the podcast where we explore inclusive employment and the creation of opportunities for people with disabilities. Join hosts Andrea Comastri and Saraya O'Connell of Hotel Etico as they discuss breaking down workplace barriers, particularly in hospitality. This episode features Jess Colgan, CEO of All Things Equal and co-founder of Ginger Snap Patisserie, who shares insights into creating award wage employment for people with disabilities through her café a...
2025-10-1732 min
IndieRailsAnthony Eden - Making Business Look SimpleIn this episode we’re excited to be talking with Anthony Eden, founder & CEO of DNSimple.For those who haven’t come across it yet, DNSimple is a service that makes managing domains and DNS simple and developer-friendly. Like DNS, DNSimple has been around many years. I first met Anthony years back at Less Conference in Atlanta, around the time DNSimple was just getting off the ground. Jeremy and I also got to connect with Anthony recently at XO Ruby in Atlanta, where DNSimple was one of the sponsors.There’s a lot o...
2025-10-141h 08
A Cup of Jess PodcastA Family That Builds TogetherEP 6
When family becomes your business partner, the mission gets even stronger. 💪🏽
In this episode of #CupofJess, host Jessica sits down with her brother and guest speaker Edwin Campos to talk about what it really takes to build a successful business with family. From learning how to separate love from leadership, to trusting each other’s strengths, this episode dives deep into the power of family collaboration and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
💬 You’ll hear real insights on:
• The truth about working w...
2025-10-1325 min
Conversations with Cam324: Diapers and Doing It All with Coterie CEO Jess JacobIn this episode, I sit down with Jess Jacobs, CEO of Coterie, to discuss her journey from creative director to leading a revolutionary diaper brand. We explore the challenges of balancing motherhood and career, the importance of ingredient transparency in baby products, and how Coterie is redefining the diaper industry. Jess shares insights on managing a team of working parents, the testing process for new products, and why she believes more creative brand people should become CEOs. We also dive into practical parenting hacks, the weight of being a CEO, and how becoming a mother has clarified her vision...
2025-09-1959 minConversations with Cam324: Diapers and Doing It All with Coterie CEO Jess JacobIn this episode, I sit down with Jess Jacobs, CEO of Coterie, to discuss her journey from creative director to leading a revolutionary diaper brand. We explore the challenges of balancing motherhood and career, the importance of ingredient transparency in baby products, and how Coterie is redefining the diaper industry. Jess shares insights on managing a team of working parents, the testing process for new products, and why she believes more creative brand people should become CEOs. We also dive into practical parenting hacks, the weight of being a CEO, and how becoming a mother has clarified her vision...
2025-09-1959 min
IndieRailsMariusz Kozieł - Wizards and KingsThis special episode was recorded from the Buzzsprout podcast booth on Day 1 of Rails World 2025 in Amsterdam. Our guest, Mariusz Kozieł, is the CEO of Visuality, a Ruby on Rails agency based in Poland. We chat about Mariusz' career progression from developer, to engineering manager, to CTO, and now CEO. We also talk about his and Visuality's efforts to foster technical community with the Ruby Community Conference and Ruby Europe.Thank you to Buzzsprout for sponsoring the Rails World Podcast program, and for providing us the opportunity to attend and record! 🙏Related LinksMari...
2025-09-1651 min
A Cup of Jess PodcastLife, Retirement & Wellness GoalsEP 5
Life, Retirement & Wealth Goals | Cup of Jess with Oscar Mondragón
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In this episode of Cup of Jess, I sit down with Oscar Mondragón, President of Centric Wealth, to talk about life, saving for retirement, and building wealth goals that last. 💼✨
If you’re ready to get inspired about your financial journey and learn practical tips to secure your future, this episode is for you! 🚀
👉 Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE...
2025-09-1527 min
2025-09-1523 min
Tender & TwistedLuigi Mangione & the CEO AssassinationOn December 4, 2024, UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed outside a Manhattan hotel. Within days, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione — valedictorian, Ivy League grad, and outspoken critic of the U.S. healthcare system — was arrested and charged with the murder.This isn’t your typical true crime case. In this episode, we look beyond the headlines to explore who Mangione is, what shaped his worldview, and the manifesto that framed the killing as a symbolic attack on a system he believed was broken beyond repair.We’ll also dive into the ethical dilemmas this case raises: Can we s...
2025-09-091h 02
IndieRailsJason Bosco of Typesense - From Shaving Faces to Shaving Millisecondsdocs.search("indie, founder, rails, successful") => Jason Bosco / TypesenseIn this episode, Jeremy and Jess sit down with Jason Bosco, co-founder of Typesense, an open source, typo-tolerant search engine. Jason shares how he and his co-founder committed to simply showing up every day, putting in consistent effort, no matter how small, and how that patience eventually compounded into success.We dive into Jason’s journey from VP of Engineering at Dollar Shave Club to building his own company, why Typesense has chosen to stay customer-funded instead of VC-funded, and how open source has been central to...
2025-09-051h 35
A Cup of Jess Podcast“LA LEY Y LOS NEGOCIOS”EP 3
👨⚖️ En este episodio conversamos con José Treviño, representante de un bufete de abogados, sobre cómo la inmigración está afectando a nuestra comunidad y a los inversionistas que llegan al país.
También platicamos sobre el miedo que muchas personas sienten al presentar sus impuestos y abrir negocios, y lo que realmente está pasando hoy en día.
En este episodio descubrirás:
✅ Cómo las leyes actuales impactan a emprendedores e inversionistas
2025-09-0122 min
A Cup of Jess Podcast“Profit And Protection”EP 2
This week, I had the honor of speaking with Karen Spec-licensed life and health insurance agent with Care First Insurance, based right here in Houston. 🇸🇻💼
As a fellow Salvadoran, Karen shared her powerful journey of immigrating to this country, building her career from the ground up, and discovering her why through serving her clients and community.
Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and heart—and I know it’s going to resonate with so many of you.
...
2025-08-1825 min
The AI XR PodcastThe AI/XR Podcast August 15th, 2025 ft. Jess Loren, CEO at Global ObjectsJess Loren, CEO of Global Objects, joins Charlie, Ted, and Rony to talk about the company’s work creating photoreal digital twins for film, television, games, and beyond. She explains how her team scans everything from bugs to stadiums using LiDAR, photogrammetry, drones, and Gaussian splats, and why she’s building a “clean data” archive of the physical world. The conversation ranges from Hollywood’s shifting economics to the role of tech giants, the future of synthetic media, and how 3D assets could train robots and preserve cultural history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See Pr...
2025-08-1656 min
Financially Fierce221 are CEO salaries fair, tradwives, lending money, are budgets BS + more (hot takes with Glen James)In today's episode Jess and Glen James talk through a pile of spicy, unfiltered questions: Should CEOs be allowed to earn so much more than employees? Public vs private schooling? Will the middle class exist in the future? Would you lend money to your best friend? Buckle up for Jess and Glen's hot takes on these and more.Financially Fierce is proudly supported by Sphere Home Loans and Skye Wealth.Need a mortgage broker? Check out https://www.spherehomeloans.com.auNeed to review your personal insurances? Head to https://skye...
2025-08-0346 min
A Cup of Jess Podcast“Two Minds One Mission”EP 1
🎙️ Episode 1 is officially LIVE!
I couldn’t think of a better way to launch this CEO podcast than sitting down with Sloan, CEO of Zentavos and my partner in bringing Zentavos to life. 🚀
We got real about the challenges and breakthroughs of building our businesses—and what it’s been like launching Zentavos, a fintech app built to serve our community and change the way we manage our finances. 💼📲
This episode is just the beginning. If you’re...
2025-07-3123 min
The Drafting TableWhat does it really take to build and scale a modern healthcare startup in 2025? | Akash Magoon – CEO and Co-founder of Adonis, Trey Holterman – CEO and Co-founder of TennrWhat does it really take to build a fast-growing healthtech startup in one of the most complex industries in the world?In this episode of The Drafting Table, Jessica Lin sits down with Akash Magoon (Co-founder & CEO of Adonis) and Trey Holterman (Co-founder & CEO of Tennr) to unpack the early journeys of two of NYC’s fastest-growing healthcare startups.They talk about the brutal reality of finding product-market fit in healthcare, navigating buyer resistance, building through messy integrations, choosing the right go-to-market strategy, and why saying "yes" too often nearly killed their early momentum....
2025-07-1755 minThe Wealthy Woman PlaybookEp. 46 From 9–5 to CEO — No One’s Coming to Save You, Sis 💼🔥You can’t take employee energy into CEO territory—and expect to win.In this unapologetic episode, Tara Elle and Jess Cardinal break down what it really takes to go from clocking in to cashing out as your own boss. This isn’t about cute planners and morning routines—this is about radical responsibility, CEO-level mindset, and restructuring your entire day around income-producing moves.They’re getting real about:Why mentorship isn’t a hand-hold, it’s a compassThe freedom and discipline required to build your dreamThe diffe...
2025-07-0931 minVoices of the VigilantThe Relentless Rise - Smashing Cybersecurity's Status QuoEver clicked that dreaded "Talk to Sales" button on a cybersecurity vendor's website and immediately regretted it? You're not alone. The traditional cybersecurity sales process is broken – endless calls, months-long POCs, legal paperwork, and frustration on both sides.Mariana Padilla, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of Hackerverse AI, is determined to fix this. With her unique blend of marketing expertise and passion for problem-solving, she's building a platform that uses generative AI to revolutionize how security tools are bought and sold. Instead of months of friction, security teams can instantly evaluate products in realistic environments, seeing exactly ho...
2025-06-2040 min
Confessions with Jess and CindyWhen You're Drowning in Your Business: 5 Simple Fixes That Actually WorkEver feel like you're working harder but not necessarily smarter? In this candid conversation, Jess and Cindy pull back the curtain on the simple but game-changing strategies they use to stay productive, focused, and sane while building six-figure consulting businesses.From Cindy's "CEO weeks" that give her massive chunks of uninterrupted deep work time to Jess's 90-minute screen detox that flattened her afternoon energy crashes, this episode is packed with practical hacks you can implement immediately.Whether you're struggling with boundaries around your time, looking for ways to generate content ideas effortlessly, or just need...
2025-06-1242 minThis Meeting Could've Been a PodcastJess wants to bring on an agencyJess comes in hot, asking for an agency budget within her first two weeks at Vector. Josh is skeptical, cuz CEO. But there's a method to her madness—when you're building a category, you need reinforcements.Get to the good stuff:[00:00] Jess pitches the idea of hiring an agency and why it was on her mind from day one.[03:50] Jess explains how organic content agency, ércule, helps Vector earn top billing in SERPs and credibility in large language models.[05:30] Josh shares how Vector gained major SEO and GEO traction in jus...
2025-05-2127 min
The Discovery PodEquality Fund With Jess Tomlin, CEOThe Equality Fund is redefining the way we invest in gender justice by combining philanthropy, grant-making, and impact investing. Join Douglas Nelson as he sits down with Jess Tomlin, CEO of the Equality Fund. In this insightful conversation, they explore the transformative power of feminist philanthropy, the importance of funding women-led initiatives, and the role of the Equality Fund in reshaping global investment strategies to drive gender justice. Tune in and be inspired by the challenges and exhilarating possibilities of building a truly equitable world!
2025-05-1437 min
CG GarageJess Loren - CEO, Global ObjectsJess Loren, CEO and co-founder of Global Objects, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of immersive content and the creative tech reshaping the industry. A force to be reckoned with, Jess has a sharp pulse on where things are headed, and she doesn't hold back when discussing the current state of Hollywood. She talks candidly about the challenges studios and creators face today, and how technology like digital scanning, virtual production, and Gaussian splats can embolden independent filmmakers. Jess also shares insight into how she builds meaningful partnerships across art, tech, and media. Her...
2025-05-121h 02CG GarageJess Loren - CEO, Global ObjectsJess Loren, CEO and co-founder of Global Objects, joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of immersive content and the creative tech reshaping the industry. A force to be reckoned with, Jess has a sharp pulse on where things are headed, and she doesn't hold back when discussing the current state of Hollywood. She talks candidly about the challenges studios and creators face today, and how technology like digital scanning, virtual production, and Gaussian splats can embolden independent filmmakers. Jess also shares insight into how she builds meaningful partnerships across art, tech, and media. Her...
2025-05-121h 02
Hustle Sanely270: How Mom of 2 + CEO Uses Hustle Sanely to Manage It AllIf you’re a mom and a business owner trying to figure out how to juggle it all without burning out—this episode is for you! ✨Today, I’m chatting with Julia Block Pearson, CEO of Stratos Creative Marketing and mom to Madi and Evie. Julia helps businesses connect with their audiences through social media and email marketing—but when she became a mom of two, she realized that something had to change in how she was managing her time, energy, and business.That’s when she found The Hustle Sanely Lifestyle Course — and she’s here to share...
2025-04-2257 min
The Kara Goldin Show678 Jess Jacobs: CEO of CoterieOn this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we’re joined by Jess Jacobs, CEO of Coterie—the premium baby care brand redefining the diaper industry with high-performance products, radical transparency, and a deep commitment to parents and babies alike. Since stepping into the CEO role, Jess has helped position Coterie as a category leader, challenging legacy players with modern innovation and an obsessive focus on quality.During our conversation, Jess shares her path from Chief Brand Officer to CEO, the company’s commitment to product safety and third-party lab testing, and how Coterie has already sold over 500 millio...
2025-04-2131 min
Scale With UsManaging Your Time Like a CEO (Without Losing Your Mind)In this episode, we’re pouring sparkling water into our Stanley cups (and then spilling it everywhere), and diving headfirst into the wild world of time management—CEO style.From overflowing inboxes to being the biggest bottleneck in our own businesses, we unpack how we’re really doing with our time… and how delegation is the not-so-secret weapon that’s changing the game.We talk strategy, hacks, and the real-life juggle of school pickups, client calls, and trying to find a clean pair of socks.If you’re feeling like you’re constantly running out of...
2025-04-1452 minThe Wealthy Woman PlaybookEp. 31 💼 Embodiment Energy: Start Acting Like the CEO You Wanna BeIn this powerful episode of The Wealthy Woman Playbook, Tara Elle and Jess Cardinal dive deep into one of the most game-changing strategies for success: embodiment. It's not about waiting until you have the business, income, or recognition you desire—it's about becoming that version of yourself right now.This isn’t just mindset fluff—we’re talking real strategy behind how "acting as if" shifts your decision-making, your energy, and the way the world responds to you.From the way you show up online, to how you price your offers, to the boundari...
2025-04-0936 min
The Great DetourEmbracing Career Detours with CEO of Tailor Made Growth, Diamond MullingsNavigating the ups and downs of a career can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an incredible opportunity for growth. In this episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess is joined by Diamond Mullings, career coach and CEO Tailor Made Growth, for a candid and empowering discussion about career transitions—whether by choice or by force.Diamond shares her insights on how to strategically approach career pivots, why clarity is a win worth celebrating, and how to turn workplace challenges into invaluable learning opportunities. They explore the intersection of careers and personal development, highlighting the importance of a holi...
2025-03-2646 minVoices of the VigilantHacking the Glass Ceiling: How Women Can Win in Cybersecurity with Stacey ChampagneThe battle for representation in the cybersecurity field takes center stage in this podcast episode featuring Stacey Champagne, founder of Hacker Heels.Stacey Champagne is the Founder & CEO of Hacker in Heels, a pioneering organization dedicated to elevating women into positions of power within the cybersecurity industry. As an active cybersecurity practitioner and transformational coach, she continues leading from the front lines while guiding others to success. Drawing over a decade of experience securing Fortune 500 companies and startups, Stacey combines her technical expertise in insider risk, security investigations, and program management with professional coaching skills to transform...
2025-03-0150 min
Plays Well With OthersS2 E3: The CEO MindsetSummary:In this episode of Plays Well With Others, Andrew Moore and Jess Agnew explore the concept of the CEO mindset, discussing its implications for management and leadership. They delve into the challenges of transitioning from an executor role to a leadership position, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking and ownership mentality. The conversation highlights the balance between management responsibilities and leadership influence, offering insights on how to navigate these dynamics effectively in a business environment.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to CEO Mindset02:48 Understanding the CEO Mindset05:25 The Shift from Execution...
2025-02-2428 min
IndieRailsJim Remsik - Genuinely Desiring Success In Those Around HimIn this episode, Jeremy & I are excited to share a mic with Jim Remsik. Jim is the Founder and CEO of a digital agency called Flagrant. He is also a conference organizer…he created and hosts the popular Madison + Ruby conference. Jim has held many roles: MC, speaker, developer, CEO, conference organizer, writer and many more, but I imagine most people know him as someone who is an all around awesome human. Jim Remsik shares his journey through the tech industry, from his early days in software development to his transition from government work to agency life. He...
2025-02-041h 02Scale With UsThis Is the One Shift That Took Me from Employee to CEO (While Raising a Family!)In this episode, we take a deep dive into Jess’s journey from corporate real estate to running a rapidly scaling business. From starting out with a simple idea to managing a global team, Jess shares the challenges, wins, and lessons learned along the way. We talk about leadership struggles, dealing with imposter syndrome, and how she built a business that works around family life.We asked:How did Jess transition from a corporate career to running her own business?What role did outsourcing play in scaling her company?How do you build a strong team and develop leadership skills?Wh...
2025-02-0247 min
Phishing For AnswersFrom Buddhism to Cybersecurity: Jess Vachon on Leading with Empathy, Innovative Training, and Balancing Budgets in a Digital WorldSend us a textJess Vachon shares insights into her calm approach as a CISO and how empathy in cybersecurity can significantly transform organizational culture. The episode emphasizes the importance of effective communication, role-based training, and the evolving impact of artificial intelligence on how organizations secure their operations. • Exploring personal journeys into cybersecurity • Importance of mentorship and coaching in the field • Balancing cybersecurity budgets and investments • Communication as a key to successful cybersecurity strategies • Tailored role-based training for improved retention • Challenges and opportunities presented by AI in security • Building a compassionate and c...
2025-01-3046 minVoices of the VigilantInto the AppSec Den: Transforming Cybersecurity Through Leadership and Collaboration with Wolfpack Security's CEO Clea OstendorfClea Ostendorf, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of Wolfpack Security, unveils her journey from startup highs and lows to the impactful changes in the cybersecurity field. You'll gain a firsthand account of how she's transforming the industry by addressing immediate security needs, even as businesses face budget constraints and staffing challenges. Clea shares personal reflections on leadership, drawing parallels between facing cybersecurity challenges and her own kitchen remodel, illustrating how expertise and collaboration lead to success.Explore the groundbreaking trends in application security with a focus on collaboration rather than isolation. Clea sheds light on how integrating...
2025-01-2844 min
How Did We Get Here?22. How Did We Get From Wall Street to CEO? with Ryan KruegerIn this episode, we chat with Ryan Krueger about how discomfort can lead to real growth. Ryan shares his thoughts on staying positive, finding joy in your work, and creating success that aligns with your values. We also talk about how challenges can teach us important lessons and why discomfort is often the key to becoming stronger and more resilient. It's a warm and inspiring conversation filled with practical insights for navigating life and work.Connect with us!Ryan Krueger on LinkedInRyan Krueger on XFreedom Day Solutions...
2025-01-0940 min
IndieRailsPaul Campbell - Look at What You've DonePaul Campbell is a Rails developer (since v0.13), conference organizer, and the CEO and co-founder of Team Tito. Paul joins us to talk about his career building software, companies, and events. We chat about Paul's journey into programming, the risks and rewards of running conferences, finding his co-founder, and the opportunities that led to building Tito, Vito, and most recently, IO.Relevant LinksPaul on BlueSkyTeam TitoTito: event registrationVito: online communities IO: bespoke RSVPs
2025-01-0756 min
Here to Win: Truth and Triumph for the TradesRenato Villanueva | CEO & Co-Founder ParallelDive deep with Renato Villanueva, the visionary CEO and Co-founder at Parallel, as he shares his journey to the top and the lessons learned along the way. 🚀
2024-12-1026 min
Grow By Design84: Will Warren-Davey, Founder and CEO of Primabolics - Building the Brand, Improving Sleep, Stress, and PerformanceI sit down with Will Warren-Davey, the founder and CEO of Primabolics, an Australian supplement company focusing on health, wellness and performance. Will shares his journey from an environmental scientist to creating one of the top supplement companies in Australia. We discuss:Managing Stress and Caffeine - The impact of stress and over-caffeination on adrenal health, and why managing these factors is essential for peak performance.Myths in the Supplement Industry - Debunking misconceptions about “quick-fix” supplements, fat burners, and under-dosed products, and learning what to look for in quality supple...
2024-11-041h 21
Glam and Grind with Rach N JulzGLAM AND GRIND with Rach and Julz EP 19: Chasing Growth: A CEO's Journey in Childcare and ExpansionWelcome back to Glam and Grind! In this insightful episode, Julz interviews Jessica Johnson, a powerhouse CEO who has made significant strides in the early childhood education industry. Jess, the CEO of Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Centers, has navigated her company through immense growth, including the acquisition of 17 additional schools and managing a team of over 600 employees. Her leadership and strategic thinking have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious "CEO of the Year, Education Sector" award for 2022. In this inspiring conversation, Jess opens up about her journey from a teacher to a consultant, and...
2024-10-072h 22
The Human Side of Business PodcastMotherhood & Career Integration: Jess Ringgenberg's Vision of Workplace TransformationSend us a textWelcome back. I am so glad you are here. In this episode of The Human Side of Business Podcast, we welcome Jess Ringenberg, Founder of Elixir and a champion for working moms. Jess shares her journey from the biotech industry to creating a company dedicated to supporting mothers in the workplace. She delves into the challenges faced by working mothers, the power of emotional intelligence in leadership, and the transformative impact of motherhood on career success. Tune in to discover actionable insights on fostering inclusive, empathetic, and high-performing workplace cultures. https://li...
2024-07-1636 min
The Networking Spark1. Meet Jess White - she shares something not many people know aboutSomething that not many people know about Jess White and her journey to starting something she would never have imagined starting.About the Host:Jess White is an entrepreneur, yogi, and CEO. She has 3 businesses, 2 children and 2 dogs so life is full! Jess realised early on that life is a gift and you should never take it for granted, and live it to the full with gratitude, never holding back.She started her first business in 2008 making cakes, as she wanted to be able to create a business whilst being a full time...
2024-07-0905 min
IndieRailsNatalie Kaminski & Igor Alexandrov - JetRockets OriginsIn this episode, Jeremy and Jess are joined by two of the cofounders of JetRockets, a custom software development agency with a specialty in Rails. Natalie Kaminski (CEO) and Igor Alexandrov (CTO) share how the company started and how it's grown over the past 12 years. We discuss how and why they use Rails, how they hire developers, their approach to management, and the importance of strong organizational values.Natalie KaminskiCEO / Co-FounderLinkedInIgor AlexandrovCTO / Co-FounderWebsiteLinkedInHackerNoonTwitter
2024-06-1153 min
Online Marketing Alchemist87. Why trying to keep up with social trends is not going to lead to a profitable businessThis episode discusses the importance of focusing on conversion and messaging before prioritizing growth on social media. Jess emphasizes the need to understand and speak to your audience in a way that moves them to action. Jess introduces a three-phase approach to content systems: launch, nurture, and growth. Jess highlights the significance of effectively running a launch campaign and nailing your messaging before focusing on growing your audience. The episode also touches on the importance of being a trendsetter rather than a trend follower and the role of embodiment and CEO alignment in standing out from the crowd.
2024-05-1726 minOnline Marketing Alchemist80. Why Content Campaigns are Essential for Coaches Embodying the CEO IdentityIn this episode of the Online Marketing Alchemist podcast, marketing expert and business coach Jess Angelini dives into the importance of content campaigns for coaches looking to embody the CEO identity and grow their businesses. Jess shares her insights on how a well-structured content campaign can help you bring in new clients, achieve your launch goals, and scale your business effectively.Key takeaways from this episode:Content campaigns are more than just ad campaigns; they are organized, organic strategies designed to drive revenue and create awareness.As a coach and CEO, it's essential to approach your...
2024-03-2823 min
Amplify with Jess Ekstrom12. The Gender Pay Gap in Speaking and Sports, with Parity CEO Leela SrinivasanWith only 0.5% of global sports sponsorship dollars going to female athletes, we still have a long way to go in closing the gender pay gap in women's sports!Today, Leela Srinivasan sheds light on the challenges women face in negotiating fair compensation and the role of social media in amplifying their voices. Tune in to learn more about the efforts to promote gender equality in sports and how you can support women athletes.Leela Srinivasan is the CEO of Parity, which helps brands tap into the power, popularity, and reach of pro w...
2024-02-1435 min
Unstoppable Success The PodcastWhy a growth Mindset & Self Belief are key to Business Success | CEO MINDSET Pt 2Welcome to part 2 of the CEO mindset series!
In this episode, we're diving deep into the core of fast business success. Weexplore the critical role of a growth mindset and self-belief, the key elements that empower you to overcome challenges and reach your goals with ease.
Discover the immense potential that lies within a strong mindset when combined with strategic action to unlock your business potential.
Journey with me back to the beginnings of my own swimwear brand and the unwavering self-belief that paved the way for my success.
Get inspired by stories of my clients whom I've guided through ov...
2023-10-1621 minUnstoppable Success The PodcastBecome Unshakeable: Building your Emotional Resilience | CEO MINDSET Pt 1Welcome to part 1 of the CEO mindset series! In this episode, we delve deep into the world of emotional resilience in entrepreneurship. Join us as we explore how to show up when things get tough, build your resilience to tackle any challenge, and discover the three essential elements that will help you feel less anxious, more confident, and incredibly productive.
In this episode, we cover:
How to show up when things are hard and why emotional resilience is crucial for entrepreneurs.
Overcoming sensitivity to criticism and negative feedback.
The three key elements to build your emotional resilience:
True leadership in c...
2023-10-0918 min
Marketers TalkingHow to achieve B2B Marketing Success: Strategies & Tools to Cut Through the Chaos with Digitopia CEO
Join Jess Bahr in an enlightening conversation with Joseph Freeman, CEO of Digitopia, as they delve into the challenges faced by B2B marketers in today's diverse digital landscape. Discover how Digitopia's innovative techniques and HubSpot integration simplify the marketing process, enabling companies to prioritize channels effectively and maximize their efforts. Gain valuable insights into content creation, building coherent marketing paths, and implementing systematized approaches for better team alignment and stakeholder management. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that will revolutionize your B2B marketing game!
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2023-09-2721 min
Teach Me EdTech: The Podcast for EdTech Leaders and InvestorsBurnout-Proofing EdTech Products for Teachers (Fleur Johnston, Founder & CEO of PeopleBench)Fleur Johnston (Founder & CEO, PeopleBench) is a workplace psychology expert who is committed to helping schools improve workforce retention in order to deliver better student experiences. Fleur unpacks data about the international teacher shortages and offers actionable advice to edtech leaders about how to design implementation and support models that are considerate of teacher workloads. Support the show
2023-09-1941 min
IndieRailsRobby Russell - Maintaining Planet ArgonRobby Russell is founder and CEO of Planet Argon, one of the oldest Rails development agencies, now in it's 21st year. Robby shares how he got started in Rails and how he grew Planet Argon to the organization it is today. Some listeners might remember him as "Robby on Rails" from the early Rails era; Robby is also the creator of the popular dev tool, Oh My Zsh. In addition to these, Robby hosts the Maintainable Software Podcast, where he speaks with seasoned practitioners and shares valuable insights into navigating legacy code and technical debt. His passion...
2023-09-1959 minUnstoppable Success The PodcastAsk Jess: Business Q&A series - Scaling, building momentum when things are challenging, how much free info to give away, branding (and more!)Get a chance to be featured on Jess Williamson The Podcast by submitting your questions for our Monthly Q&A Series here!
Welcome to the first ever Ask Jess segment!
This is a new two-way collaborative conversation where you can connect with me on the podcast to give you the most value each month and a nosy insight into my life, my business, but also an opportunity for you to ask the questions that you need (kind of like a hot seat coaching session).
In today’s podcast episode, I'm covering:
How to keep the vibes high & momentum going when things...
2023-08-0725 minTeach Me EdTech: The Podcast for EdTech Leaders and InvestorsBuilding Safe Tech Products for Kids with Ron Kerbs (Founder & CEO, Kidas)Ron Kerbs (Founder & CEO, Kidas) reveals his strategies for building safe edtech products at every step of the user journey from requiring parent participation in onboarding to moderating peer-to-peer interactions with AI. This episode explains how to comply with federal privacy laws like COPPA and CCPA, including the collection, storage, and processing of minor data. Support the show
2023-08-0244 min
IndieRailsKhash Sajadi - The Journey to the Cloud(66)Join us as we listen in to Khash as he shares his story of startup failures & successes, consulting and employment in between and navigating political, economic and geographical constraints. Khash Sajadi - Founder & CEO www.cloud66.com** 3 Months Free Coupon for New Users **Cloud66 has offered IndieRails listeners a special offering. The coupon is for new users only and includes 3 months for free on the developer plan.Coupon name: IndieRails
2023-07-251h 14
The Making of a MarketerThe Making of a Marketer - Through the Eyes of the CEOWe are back with a special Monday edition of the show! This week we kick off our CXO series starting with Parker Gates. The co-founder and former CEO of Stoked, Parker helps us take a journey down the road of how a CEO views marketing through their eyes. More importantly, what is marketing success and what do CXO's want from marketing as a whole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-03-2854 minGrow By Design55. Learning how to level up with Joseph Mencel, IFBB Pro and CEOToday's episode is with Joseph Mencel, he is an IFBB men's physique pro, the CEO of Massive Joe's Supplements and TMJ apparel, an IFBB show promoter and MC and so much more. This is a huge episode we cover all things competing, mindset, health and business. You can expect: How and why he started bodybuilding What his journey to winning his pro card wasHow his current prep for the New York pro is going His advice to amateur athletes working towards their pro card How he balances life, business and competing How and why he star...
2023-03-061h 00
Reclaim Your CareerThe Myth of the Dream Job With Lauren McGoodwin, CEO of Career ContessaLauren McGoodwin is the Founder and CEO of Career Contessa, a trusted career resource that helps working women be more fulfilled, healthy, and successful at work. She is the host of The Career Contessa Podcast, an educator, and the author of Power Moves: How Women Can Pivot, Reboot, and Build a Career of Purpose. Before Career Contessa, Lauren was a university recruiter for Hulu focused on hiring, employer branding, and program management. Lauren has a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Oregon and a masters in communication management from the University of Southern California.
2023-01-1830 min
Expert In YouHow to Help a Dyslexic Child Excel in Life with Jess ArceDyslexic people are usually average or above average in intelligence, but when taught using the wrong strategies, they don’t perform at their best, which can affect other areas, such as confidence, behaviors, and personality.
Reading, spelling, and math are skills that some of us are better at than others. Unfortunately, our society often says everyone should be great at all these things, but that is not realistic.
In this episode, Jess Arce, CEO of 3D Learning Experts, talks about the 3 Ds and how we can help dyslexic children and adults be successful by getting them in the right environment to...
2022-09-2136 minReclaim Your CareerEllen Bailey on Diversity and Inclusion and Becoming CEO of Your CareerEllen Bailey is the VP of Diversity and Culture at Harvard Business Publishing (HBP), a not-for-profit, wholly-owned subsidiary of Harvard University on a mission to improve the practice of management in a changing world. Ellen creates and executes the diversity and inclusion strategy, vision, and goals for the organization. She drives employee engagement and business results by serving as a catalyst to deliver the best practices and resources, promoting a culture of inclusion. Before HBP, she served as a Solution Architect and a Custom Program Manager for AchieveGlobal. In this episode... How do you drive...
2022-08-3132 min
The Product Design PodcastJess Brown - Individual contributor or manager: Which path is best?In episode 33 of The Product Design Podcast, Seth Coelen interviews Jess Brown, Staff Product Designer at Faire. During her career, Jess has worked as the Head of Design and Director of User Experience. Still, she decided to switch up her career path and head back into working as an individual contributor.Jess shares why she decided to return to IC after working in management and her insights on how her work experience still applies to her current role. Seth and Jess also discuss the difference between...
2022-08-0953 min
CEO-ish Podcast75. How Creators and Brands Can Successfully Leverage Influencer Marketing with Shine Talent Group Cofounder Jess HunichenIn episode #75 your favorite CEOs Taylor Graham and Chloe Willemsen are sitting down with Jess Hunichen. She is a well-known influencer marketing expert and one of the co-founders of Shine Talent Group, the leading influencer talent management agency. Shine has been featured in outlets such as WWD, Business Insider, and The Daily Front Row.
Shine Talent Group represents 90+ notable influencers & social talent between its LA and Toronto offices. It has worked with brands such as Amazon, REVOLVE, Unilever and L'Oréal on influencer campaigns, leveraging their company's robust talent roster.
Jess and her cofounder Emily, wh...
2022-07-271h 06
From the Block podcastFrom The Block Ep:2 Jess the CeoWelcome to another episode of FromThe Block. In this episode Jess the Ceo describes how she made 24k in less than 4 months, draping out of school, being a lash tech and more!
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2022-05-281h 00
Solo 2.0The Ups + Downs of Entrepreneurship in the Health + Wellness Industry. Intro w/ Rye (sharing some REALNESS); Interview w/ Top Female Founder, Krista Berlincourt, CEO / Co-Founder of Kensho HealthToday is an episode focused on the realness of becoming an entrepreneur / building a brand in the health + wellness space.
Ryan shares some REALNESS in the intro, pulling back the curtain a bit to share what it's been like building Your Hormone Balance over the past 4+ years...SPOILER: It's not been easy!!
Our guest is Krista, Co-Founder of Kenshō Health. We dig deep into her journey from multi passionate student from Eugene, to the start of an extremely successful career before she even graduated college!
Like most entrepreneurs in the health and wellness sp...
2022-05-211h 25
Holistically Heal-Thy Self with Jess Pfeffer, Founder of Jess Pfeffer Holistic Event PlanningHolistically Heal-Thy Self with Kashi Sehgal, the CEO & Co-Founder of Retazza.Today I connected with Kashi Sehgal, the CEO & Co-Founder of Retazza, a women and minority-owned enterprise that strives to make local food more accessible and affordable, directly supports our communities’ farmers, and reconnects consumers to their food, and feeds families struggling with food insecurity.
We chatted on the reason why she co-founded Retazza acknowledging that fresh, local food is hard to find - and expensive. 1 in 7 Georgians experiences food insecurity, including 1 in 5 children.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, Kashi believes it's important to notice the “impact you're creating and the change you can make together as a co...
2022-04-1320 min
The Vault PodcastGet to know our new course expert, Jess RodriguezMeet our official course expert here at MV, Jess Rodriguez -- she's here to share what's working in the current course market, some trends, and solid strategies that go behind not just creating a course but creating a course that can provide a solid revenue stream for your business.
You can find Jess at Freedom Driven Success - freedomdrivensuccess.vipmembervault.com
2022-01-2419 min
Holistically Heal-Thy Self with Jess Pfeffer, Founder of Jess Pfeffer Holistic Event PlanningHolistically Heal-Thy Self with Linda Andrews CEO of Lila Life(Romantic Relationships Bucket)In today's episode, I connected with Linda Andrews CEO of Lila Life. We talked about her journey from the finance world into being a wellness coach. She expressed her take on romance and how pleasure can be "all around us in our daily lives". Linda shares her experience with marriage as a sacred union, living daily in the "honeymoon" phase, and the importance of choosing her partner over and over again.
Linda leads the Lila Life coaches & healers to serve our clients at the highest level. As host of The Lila Life Show podcast, you can hear th...
2022-01-1226 min
Rev It Up with Jess TiffanyAshley Tapp, empower leaders to be who they need to be improving business by integrity systems that allow massive growth. She helps you get back to your why and purpose by Rev It Up by Jess Tiffany.Ashley has found her passion to help businesses perform at their true peak, maintaining a balanced workload and mental cohesiveness. Previously on her journey as a strategic initiatives’ planner, she found out that she could actually run a business all by herself.This triggered an idea in her brain making her one of the top-rated business coaches that exist. She has assisted a ton of business owners and CEOs to get the best out of their business. She has a 6-step process that she follows in order to achieve maximum productivity on a business.Listen to...
2021-12-1429 minHustle Sanely108: From Starting Where You're at to Building a 7-Figure Business [with Kayse Morris - The CEO Teacher®]I am so honored to have my friend and informal business mentor Kayse Morris of The CEO Teacher® on the show today! Grab a notebook and get ready to jot down all the wisdom because we are talking about pursuing your dreams even when you don’t know exactly what they are yet and how to protect your mental health in the process.Kayse Morris is a tie-dye, Crossfit, RV, and music-loving mama of 5, reader of 3 books a week, former full-time English teacher, and the founder of the CEO Teacher® movement, and she helps educators become the crea...
2021-11-2338 min
Abundant + Aligned3 // How To Be The CEO Of Your LifeWelcome back to the Abundant + Aligned podcast! In this episode I share how you get to be the CEO of your life making all of the decisions. I also share different exercises you can do to do an audit on your life. You will also get a better understanding of the qualities you already have that will help you believe that you do have what it takes to move to your next level. You will learn:- How to do a life audit;- What areas of your life may need tweaking so that you can be in more control...
2021-11-0323 min