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Fascinating EntrepreneursThe Importance of Public Speaking Ep. 112Natasha Miller is an award-winning, Wall Street Journal best-selling author. She is the founder and CEO of Entire Productions, an event and entertainment production company based in the San Francisco Bay Area.Natasha is a classically trained violinist and celebrated jazz vocalist. She is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10ksb program and has studied entrepreneurship at Harvard and MIT. Natasha is a 3x in a row Inc. 5000 honoree for having one of the fastest-growing businesses in the US.She is an advocate for homeless youth programs. Natasha is a proud mother of her daughter...2023-06-1509 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursNetworking and Mastermind Groups for Growth Minded Entrepreneurs Ep. 116Natasha Miller is an award-winning, Wall Street Journal best-selling author. She is the founder and CEO of Entire Productions, an event and entertainment production company based in the San Francisco Bay Area.Natasha is a classically trained violinist and celebrated jazz vocalist. She is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10ksb program and has studied entrepreneurship at Harvard and MIT. Natasha is a 3x in a row Inc. 5000 honoree for having one of the fastest-growing businesses in the US.She is an advocate for homeless youth programs. Natasha is a proud mother of her daughter...2023-04-1810 min
Bitter/SweetNatasha's Sunday DinnersSunday dinners have taken on a new meaning for Natasha Miller, the host of Bitter/Sweet. In this episode we learn why that is and what inspired Natasha to explore the relationship between food and memories. And, why loss has given her quest new purpose.2023-03-2711 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursWhy Entrepreneurs Should be More Vulnerable Ep 111Natasha Miller is an award-winning, Wall Street Journal best-selling author. She is the founder and CEO of Entire Productions, an event and entertainment production company based in the San Francisco Bay Area.Natasha is a classically trained violinist and celebrated jazz vocalist. She is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10ksb program and has studied entrepreneurship at Harvard and MIT. Natasha is a 3x in a row Inc. 5000 honoree for having one of the fastest-growing businesses in the US.She is an advocate for homeless youth programs. Natasha is a proud mother of her daughter...2023-03-0823 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow David Miller is Leading Growth in the Hemp world with Flow Gardens Ep. 102David Miller believes in making an impact to support organizations that further the betterment of society through synergizing expert advice. David is a progressive thinker and visionary. For 15 years, he was the founder and CEO for the #1 fastest growing financial company in 2017. He is currently the President of a Cannabis R&D cultivation company and Board Member for a Bi-Partisan PAC to Legalize Cannabis. David's education includes MIT's CEO Masters Program, Oglethorpe, and the University of Tennessee with focus areas in Entrepreneurship and Finance & Accounting. He has held board positions or involvement with the Emory Global Health Institute, NewStory...2023-01-0521 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Maricielo Solis Created a Movement of Connection Through Storytelling Ep. 84Cielo Solis is a multilingual media storyteller, executive, and TV journalist turned entrepreneur whose motivation, compassion, and game-changing attitude have all earned her a reputation as a media thought leader.She is the founder & CEO of BLENDtw, a media company focused on producing content that fosters human connection. Through BLENDtw, Cielo produces content that helps people connect through their experiences so they can live abundant and meaningful lives. Disappointed by the lack of diversity in news coverage, Cielo decided to quit her job in television and make a change in the media industry by launching a website...2022-08-3018 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursThe Crossrope Story: From a One-Man Operation to a Leading Fitness Brand with David Hunt Ep. 83In 2011, I suffered a severe injury. I tore a pectoral muscle while bench pressing. I was shocked and angry at myself. Why, 7 years after college sports, was I lifting heavy weights? Now, as an instructor pilot in the Navy, I couldn't fly, I couldn't workout, and I had a painful surgery and long recovery ahead. I was consumed with sadness and self-loathing. Leading up to this incident, I was a skeptic. I'd roll my eyes at stories of silver linings and turning lemons to lemonade. Sure, there might be some good outcomes from a 'positive mental attitude...2022-08-2331 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Build A Family Business Succession Plan with Stephen Shortt Ep. 82Stephen is the Managing Director of ETC Consult and Distributed Training. Stephen is involved in different industries including leadership development and psychometric selection as well as international education and training; inward tourism in Ireland and more recently online and blended learning.Stephen has delivered seminars and workshops; moderated panel discussions and acted as the MC for a range of international events on the topics of entrepreneurship; international communication; leadership; social media marketing; audio visual marketing and more.Stephen has worked with individuals and teams around the world with their strategy planning and goal setting to...2022-08-1630 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Ivan Estrada Chased His Dreams and Became A Top Real Estate Agent Ep. 81Ivan Estrada is an inspirational business leader and top-ranked real estate entrepreneur. Estrada is a top producer at the Beverly Hills office of Douglas Elliman. He is a highly sought-after public speaker on marketing, personal development, real estate, and personal branding by organizations such as Inman, CaliforniaAssociation of Realtors, and The Real Deal. Estrada produces a large portfolio of video content, including the popular YouTube series, The Real Estate Minute. He has been featured on NBC’s Open House, HGTV’s House Hunters and Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing, as well as in the Los Angeles Times...2022-08-0231 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursBuilding Purpose-Driven Brands that Shape Culture with Willow Hill Ep. 80Willow Hill is an entrepreneur and award-winning creative director at the helm of building the purpose-driven brands of tomorrow. As the Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Scout Lab, her clients include Wix.com, Adidas, Venmo, and scaling start-ups such as Ritual, Maple, Wilde, and more. Prior to Scout Lab, she built and launched Airbnb's global brand, introducing the Airbnb re-brand to the world via major global campaigns. Drove adoption of the Airbnb brand into hyper-growth in the US, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. She is also a creative advisor as well as an LP at the Airbnb Angels fund. 2022-07-2627 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursDrink Innovation: How to Create a Winning Product with Billy Bosch Ep. 79Billy Bosch, as CEO of ICONIC, translates his vision for the “perfect snack and meal solutions” into reality, leading his team in product testing and design. He oversees retail distribution, currently over 8,000 locations. He has closed more than $10 million in capital to finance the business.Where to find Billy BoschWebsite: www.drinkiconic.comInstagram: @iconiclifeFacebook: Billy BoschLinkedIn: Billy BoschSPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and virtual) that don't suck! and Entire Productions Marketing- carefully curated premium gifting and branded promo items. PLE...2022-07-2025 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursOn the Frontlines of America’s Opioid Epidemic: Dr. Arun Gupta’s Breakthrough Solutions Ep. 78Dr. Arun Gupta is a solo primary care physician for 35 years, and an addiction doctor for the past 16 years. Dr. Gupta is the author of the highly acclaimed new book, The Preventable Epidemic: A Frontline Doctor’s Experience and Recommendations to Resolve America’s Opioid Crisis is the best seller, on WSJ & USA today Amazon #1, B&N number 1. Over the years of treating addiction patients, he has seen firsthand the devastation and heartbreak caused to their families and has a passion for stopping the Opioid Crisis that is claiming so many lives in our country. He started a tax-exempt Foun...2022-07-1528 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Gesche Haas Built the Next Wave of Women in Business Ep. 77Gesche Haas is an entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and advisor who is the CEO and Founder of Dreamers & Doers, an award-winning community and agile PR team amplifying extraordinary entrepreneurial women. Dreamers & Doers has built a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem of over 34,000 women globally.Gesche's views on the tech space and beyond have been featured on Bloomberg TV, CNNMoney, The New York Times, Huffington Post, Business Insider, Forbes, Fortune Magazine, Refinery29, Broadly/Vice, and other major media outlets, as well as at the United Nations, where she spoke during the sixtieth session of the Commission on the Status of Women...2022-07-0530 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursJessica Fialkovich on Selling Your Business Like A Pro Ep. 76Jessica became a first-time entrepreneur at the age of 25 and since has been able to successfully establish, develop and sell multiple small businesses in a number of different industries.In the last eight years, Jessica has been able to build her business brokerage firm from a two-person team to one of the top firms in the country. Under her leadership, the office has been the number one Transworld Business Advisors franchise location in the world for the last five years, has made the Inc 5000 list for the last three, and been recognized by the Financial Times, the...2022-06-2932 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Get a Return on Life, Not Just Money with Justin Krane Ep. 75Justin Krane, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (TM) professional, is the founder of Krane Financial Solutions. Known for his savvy, holistic approach to financial planning, he advises his clients on how to unite their business and personal money with their lives.Justin works with his clients to create purpose driven financial plans – aiming for a “return on life.” He manages his clients’ investment portfolios for their long term goals such as retirement.Justin is the author of the book, Money. You Got This. It’s a book about everyday crazy funny life experiences that we all have – with...2022-06-2133 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursChanie Gluck’s Vision: Creating A Place Where People Want to Work Ep. 74Chanie Gluck is the Founder and CEO of 4D Global, Inc., a medical billing staffing company dedicated to supporting healthcare companies grow and scale their business. 4D Global primarily focuses on revenue cycle management, efficiency, and profitability by providing specialized and experienced medical billers - all hired, managed, and supervised at its facilities located in Chennai, India. 4D Global services clients in 19 states around the U.S and is expanding rapidly. 4D Global won the Best Place To Work in India for 2021-2022 and made the Inc 5,000 list as one of the fastest-growing companies.4D Global is th...2022-06-1426 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Kristi Soomer created a Versatile and Sustainable fashion brand-L Ep 73Encircled is a slow fashion brand that does it all. Founded by Kristi Soomer, Encircled is one of the few apparel brands that is a Certified B. Corp, which puts the planet and people before profits. To give you some perspective, there are only 9 apparel brands in Canada that are Certified. B Corps, and only 4 of these are female-founded/majority female owned B.Corps. Encircled’s factories are located in Toronto, and they are OEKO-TEX(R) 100 Certified, meaning that no harmful substances are used to make their clothing, just sustainably sourced, ultra-soft fabrics and a whole lot of...2022-06-0727 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursIt’s a Match! Swipe Right on this Revolutionary Book Dating App with Brant Menswar Ep 72Multi-hyphenate, Brant Menswar, is one of the country’s Top 10 motivational speakers, a best-selling author, award-winning musician, Top 200 podcast host, the creator of the fastest growing book discovery app in the world and a self-professed coffee snob. His books and podcast (Thoughts That Rock) expand on his ground-breaking work around values-based leadership described as “disarmingly simple and incredibly powerful.” He has helped to change what’s possible for industry-leading organizations like Netflix, Verizon, Anthem, SunTrust, Microsoft, ESPN, Hilton and dozens more.Passionate and engaging, Brant encourages audiences to discover their Black Sheep Values® and move forward wi...2022-05-3140 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursBuilding a Strong Brand Foundation and Spreading Sweetness with Anouck Gotlib Ep 71Anouck Gotlib, CEO of Belgian Boys, is on a mission to turn up the happy - one sweet moment at a time. Launched in 2015, Belgian Boys is in the business of fun, offering a delicious assortment of breakfast, sweet treats, and desserts available in 5000 stores and online. She leads a passionate team dedicated to growing more than just a revenue-driven business - creating joy for customers and spreading sweetness in people's lives.Where to Find Anouck GotlibWebsite: http://www.belgianboys.comInstagram: anouckgotlibLinkedIn: Anouck GotlibTwitter: Anouck GotlibSPONSORThis...2022-05-2423 min
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 73 "War Room Round Table": Natasha Miller Shares Some Amazing Nuggets and An Amazing Success StoryIn this episode, Phillip Lanos and Jason Miller are joined by Natasha Miller, Founder, and CEO of Entire Productions. Natasha shares her amazing rags to riches story and some powerful moments that you can use to succeed in life and business. You will also uncover how to overcome a business struggle that may help save your business.Tune in to learn more!Strategic Advisor Board: www.linkedin.com/company/strategic-advisor-boardJason Miller: www.linkedin.com/in/jasontmiller-sabPhillip Lanos: www.linkedin.com/in/philliplanos/2022-05-2027 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Ben Schneider Built a Digital Marketing Agency with Remote Talent Ep 70Ben Schneider is a German self-made serial entrepreneur.He is E-Commerce Consultant and the founder of Jobmofy.com, which is a premium job search platform for hiring remote workers overseas. He runs a digital marketing agency and owns the world's biggest e-commerce store for sea monkeys. Ben reached the 10 million in sales milestone within 14 months by only using Facebook & Instagram ads.He wrote an Amazon bestseller in Germany titled “Facebook Marketing for Entrepreneurs” which was a 4-month bestseller in the 3 related categories on Amazon.In 2020, he founded the printed magazine "Jobmofy Magazine" with arou...2022-05-1819 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow David Richter helps Real Estate Investors with Profit First Ep. 69David Richter is an active real estate investor who has been essential in closing over 850 deals over the last 7 years which include wholesale, turnkey, brrrr, owner finance, rentals, lease options, and any other exit strategy you can think of. While growing and building a real estate business from 5 deals a month to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was going right out the door.With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling in the company’s finance seat to he...2022-05-1021 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Develop a Personalized and Value Driven Content Marketing Strategy with Ali Payani Ep. 68Ali Payani, CEO and co-founder of LookinLA—an award-winning growth agency in Los Angeles—positions great companies as industry authorities, starting with a deep-dive data assessment to architect an advanced digital marketing strategy. The fast success of LookinLA is driven by Payani’s success as a serial entrepreneur, innovative digital marketer, and strategic management consultant. He is a member of the Forbes Business Council and the Forbes’ Young Entrepreneur Council.LookinLA provides clients with digital transformation, account-based marketing, design, and production. Additionally, the firm manages clients’ email and video marketing, social media, PPC advertising, influencer marketing, and experienti...2022-05-0520 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow an Impromptu Jiu-jitsu Match Gave Tom Fairey the Idea for Stakester Ep. 67Tom Fairey is the CEO and co-founder of Stakester, an esports mobile app that allows competitors to play their favorite online games for cash and prizes. Tom founded Skakester as a way for gamers to utilize their hard-earned skills and play for higher stakes. The app connects players who want to put their hard-earned skills to the ultimate test - opening the doors for gaming to have a profitable and high stakes activity. He also hosts The Back Yourself Show podcast. The Back Yourself Show is a podcast with the profound mission: to present leading conversations within the global...2022-04-2625 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Prioritize Self-Care In Your Journey To Personal Development with Kim Fulcher Ep. 66Kim is a seasoned Silicon Valley executive and serial entrepreneur. She’s the author of Remodel Your Reality™; Seven Steps to Rebalance Your Life and Reclaim Your Passion and the creator of the Get Your Groove Back ™ an on-demand coaching program for women. She speaks professionally about empowerment, engagement, marketing and community culture, and runs a coaching organization that specializes in helping professional women succeed in their careers. A frequent media contributor on wellness and women’s issues, her expert advice has been featured in magazines such as Time and Seventeen, and she’s a regular blogger for Arianna Hu...2022-04-1931 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Start a Movement, Not Just a Brand with Finnian Kelly Ep. 65Dubbed “the Business Mystic,” transformational Intentionality coach and speaker Finnian Kelly is known for his unique ability to awaken consciousness in business leaders, and inspire entrepreneurs to find deeper levels of meaning and purpose in their endeavours. As the founder of Intentionality, Inc., a comprehensive philosophy and program designed to help everyday people create extraordinary futures, Finnian leads world class events and retreats inspiring attendees to connect deeply with their businesses and themselves.A lifelong learner with degrees in math, physics, finance, leadership, and teaching, and a master’s degree in positive psychology and applied coachin...2022-04-1226 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Robert Orion Sikes Built the Keto Brick Ep. 64Robert Orion Sikes is a lifetime natural, competitive bodybuilder. He started training as a junior in high school weighing a whopping 115 pounds. In the beginning, he followed traditional, “bro-dieting” wisdom which consisted of eating 6 or 7 meals a day filled with carbohydrates and very high protein. This nutritional protocol led to a downward spiral of health issues and disordered eating. After his third bodybuilding competition, Robert decided to try something new and began experimenting with a high fat, strict ketogenic approach to bodybuilding. He formulated his own approach to contest prep nutrition leveraging keto and earned his pro-status with bodyb...2022-04-0519 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow the COVID-19 Pandemic Served as a Catalyst for the Evolution of the Events Industry with Stas Zaslavsky Ep. 63Stas Zaslavsky is an experienced company manager, serial entrepreneur, and digital marketing expert. A highly skilled team leader with a business strategy & marketing orientation and a proven track record. Since 2007 Stas has founded multiple successful companies, and today, he focuses solely on his new tech startup, Vii Events, a 3D 360° virtual & hybrid events platform.Where to Find Stas ZaslavskyWebsite: https://vii.eventsTwitter: @StasZaslavskyFacebook: Stas ZaslavskyLinkedIn: Stas Zaslavsky Youtube: Vii Events - Metaverse Virtual & Hybrid EventsSPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and vi...2022-03-2922 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Jeremy Ryan Slate's Podcast Saw 10,000 listens in His First 30 Days Ep. 62Jeremy Slate is the founder of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, which studies the highest performers in the world. He studied literature at Oxford University, Specializes in using podcasting and new media to create celebrity and was ranked #1 in iTunes New and #78 in the iTunes top 100. He was named the #1 Podcast to Listen to by INC Magazine in 2019, as well as being named a Top Influencer by Forbes. After his success in podcasting, Jeremy Slate and his wife, Brielle Slate, founded Command Your Brand to help entrepreneurs get their message out by appearing as guests on podcasts.2022-03-2421 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Sophie Trelles-Tvede Came Up with a $21 Million Business Idea at 18 Years Old Ep. 61Sophie Trelles Tvede calls herself a “Third Culture Kid”. She was born in Denmark, went to school in Zurich, studied in England and now works in Munich. After founding Invisibobble in 2012, the idea of the spiral hair tie became a true success story. In 2016 Sophie was honoured by Forbes Magazine 30 under 30. Sophie is also author of 100 Million Hair Ties And A Vodka Tonic: An entrepreneur’s story. Sophie Trelles Tvede is an opinion columnist for the CEOWORLD Magazine.Where to Find Sophie Trelles TvedeWebsite: https://invisibobbleus.comInstagram: sophie_invisibobbleSPONSORT...2022-03-1525 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Sue Dyer Guided 48,000 Executive Leaders Create a Trust Movement in Business Ep. 60Sue Dyer, MBA, MIPI has helped more than 48,000 executive leaders to create high-trust business cultures over the past 35 years. She has been called the “godmother of partnering.” Sue worked on over 4,000 projects worth over $180 billion to perfect her Partnering Approach model. She is the president of sudyco™ LLC, and the author of four books. Her latest book, The Trusted Leader: Use the Partnering Approach to Become the Leader People Want to Follow, launches on February 1, 2022.Where to Find Sue DyerWebsite: https://sudyco.com/Twitter: sudyco Instagram: suefdyer Facebook: sudyco Trusted Leadership Programs Youtube: sudyco...2022-03-0828 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursBuying and Selling an Accounting Practice with Brannon Poe Ep. 59Brannon Poe is the founder of Poe Group Advisors and has been facilitating successful accounting practice transitions throughout the US and Canada since 2003. He is also the creator of Accounting Practice Academy which is a virtual practice management workshop. Brannon is the author of the Accounting Practice Insights Blog and hosts the Accountant’s Flight Plan” podcast with other top thought-leaders in the accounting profession. Brannon is an E&Y alumnus and has worked with some of the most successful and seasoned CPAs in the industry and has been privy to the behind-the-scenes methods that these clients have used to b...2022-03-0114 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Awaken the Sleeping Giant Within and Become Limitless with Brian Bogert Ep. 58There is a sleeping giant in every human. Brian’s purpose in life is to awaken those giants within and turn them into legends by helping them grab what they believe is just out of their grasp. Brian is a heart surgeon without a blade. He does not start outside with what you need to DO, he starts inside with who you ARE. In a world that is disconnected, Brian is revolutionizing how individuals, leaders, and entrepreneurs deeply connect with their authentic selves to achieve the best version of themselves. As a human behavior and performance coach, sp...2022-02-2233 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Lauren Rieckoff is Building Brands, Seizing Opportunities, and Nurturing Relationships Ep. 57Starting in the late 90’s as a Casting Associate for Sex & the City, Lauren pivoted to the agency world in 2002 and joined Creative Artists Agency, becoming one of the first female Agents in the New York headquarters. Following a 14-year tenure at the intersection of global Talent + Brands, Lauren left CAA to build a multi-disciplinary agency with a focus on constructing indispensable strategies for the people, the brands, and the institutions changing the world. According to former Google Chairman Eric Schmidt, "I’ve worked with Lauren for many years. She has an unusual knack for putting the right...2022-02-1528 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Lindsay Nahmiache Created an Award-Winning PR Agency Ep. 55Lindsay Nahmiache is recognized as one of the 100 Most Powerful Women by the Financial Post and is the co-founder of Jive PR + Digital, an award-winning public relations agency and is the Chief Marketing Officer of Songtradr Inc. the world's largest B2B Music Licensing Marketplace. We talk about her early work in Mumbai, her investment strategies and what she would have done differently when starting a business.Lindsay spoke about the importance of creating an advisory board sooner, rather than later, explained the world of influencers and what she attributes to the success and sale of her b...2022-02-0126 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Create Marketing that Always Gets Results with Mike Michalowicz Ep. 54By his 35th birthday MIKE MICHALOWICZ (pronounced mi-‘kal-o-wits) had founded and sold two multi-million dollar companies.Confident that he had the formula to success, he became a small business angel investor… and proceeded to lose his entire fortune. Then he started all over again, driven to find better ways to grow healthy, strong companies. Mike has devoted his life to the research and delivery of innovative, impactful entrepreneurial strategies to you.Mike is the creator of Profit First, which is used by hundreds of thousands of companies across the globe to drive profit. He is t...2022-01-2533 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Vladimir Gendelman Became a Passionate Voice in the Printing and Design Community Ep. 53Vladimir Gendelman is the founder and CEO of Company Folders, an online presentation folder boutique with rankings on America’s fastest-growing private companies for 3 consecutive years. He publishes a graphic design blog and folder design gallery to help his clients improve their visual design skills. Vladimir has also been published in a number of notable sources, including Forbes, Inc., Fortune, and many others.Where to Find Vladimir Gendelman Website: https://www.companyfolders.com/Facebook: Vladimir GendelmanLinkedIn: Vladimir GendelmanSPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (bot...2022-01-1820 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Andrea Heuston Empowers Women In Business Ep. 51Andrea Heuston is the Founder and CEO of Artitudes Design Inc. and has been in the tech industry for over 30 years. In 2020, she started her own podcast “The Lead Like a Woman Show” focusing on empowering women leaders to empower others through topical discussions and interviews with female leaders. She is passionate about helping to close the gender gap for women in business. Her recent book, Stronger on the Other Side, was written to empower women with the power to choose their own path. When she’s not busy with speaking, writing, hosting, and creative projects, you can find her wa...2022-01-0423 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursWhat Drives Tony DiSilvestro’s Thirst for Business Ep. 50Tony DiSilvestro has founded over 31 businesses, and currently has over 450 employees in his businesses. He is an award winning entrepreneur, a successful real estate investor, franchise owner, and an internationally renowned business and leadership trainer. He is also part of the Virginia Beach Vision Board which includes the top 125 business owners in the area, and is also a member of EO .Tony has vast experience involving the restaurant industry, residential and commercial construction, SAAS training company, manufacturing, and global coaching and consulting.He was recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year by Distinction Magazine, and awarded...2021-12-2825 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Micheal Cannavo Builds Authentic Relationships with Celebrities Ep. 49Michael Cannavo is the co-founder of SUPER73, an electric motorbike company with a West-Coast American flair. The company has been publicly backed by A-list celebrities like Jamie Foxx, Will Smith, and Madonna.Michael comes from humble beginnings - he was rejected from the Air force and then worked in Costco where he had an ‘aha’ moment which made him quit the job and start Super73.Michael is also one of the experts in viral marketing and has worked alongside Post Malone, Garrett Watts (3.3M followers), and Casey Neisat (12.4M followers).Where to Find Mich...2021-12-2128 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Amber Vilhauer Maintains Her 5 Core Values Over The Years Ep. 48Amber Vilhauer is a leading digital marketing strategist who supports authors, speakers and coaches to establish a powerful, integrated online presence that gets results and empowers them to make a difference in their industry. Since starting her agency, NGNG Enterprises (standing for No Guts No Glory) in 2007, she has spent her career impacting her community and building strong strategic alliances with industry leaders and game-changers across the web. Amber has supported thousands of entrepreneurs on six continents with branding & website development, online marketing and live streaming services. She has been the launch manager behind dozens of #1 bestselling books including...2021-12-1435 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow John Lee Dumas Manages Working One Day A Week Ep. 47John Lee Dumas is the founder and host of the award winning podcast, Entrepreneurs On Fire. With over 100 million listens of his 3000+ episodes, JLD has turned Entrepreneurs On Fire into a media empire that generates over a million listens every month and 7-figures of NET annual revenue 8-years in a row. His first traditionally published book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success is the modern day version of Think and Grow Rich with a revolutionary 17-step roadmap to financial freedom and fulfillment. Learn more at UncommonSuccessBook.com01:52 >> I wanted to experience traditional publishing03:19 >> I have 10...2021-12-0713 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Jason Feifer pursues opportunities without constraints Ep. 46Jason Feifer is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and host of the podcast Build For Tomorrow.Where to Find Jason FeiferTwitter: @heyfeiferFacebook: Jason Feifer - Entrepreneur editor in chiefInstagram: @heyfeiferWebsite: https://www.jasonfeifer.com/Top Tech ToolsDescriptSPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and virtual) that don't suck! and Entire Productions Marketing- carefully curated premium gifting and branded promo items. PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE on APPLE PODCASTS“I love Natasha and the Fascinating Entrepreneurs Podcast!” 2021-11-3046 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Jessica Fialkovich Helps to Prepare Businesses to Exit Ep. 45Jessica became a first-time entrepreneur at the age of 25 and since has been able to successfully establish, develop and sell multiple small businesses in a number of different industries.In the last eight years, Jessica has been able to build her business brokerage firm from a two-person team to one of the top firms in the country. Under her leadership, the office has been the number one Transworld Business Advisors franchise location in the world for the last five years, has made the Inc 5000 list for the last three, and been recognized by the Financial Times, the...2021-11-2328 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Mr. Lucky Grew his Business by 300% this Year Ep. 44Mark Lachance is a serial entrepreneur, strategic thinker, and investor. He possesses a deep understanding of blitzscaling companies. Having owned and operated several businesses that have experienced hypergrowth through creative business development and lead generation, he is a master of sales, marketing and finance and continues to apply and grow his expertise through current projects.Mark is the CEO and lead investor of Maxy Media Inc., one of the largest TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, and Google Display Network performance marketing agencies in the world. Currently, Maxy Media is the number one advertiser in terms of monthly spend on...2021-11-1626 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Zander Fryer Wants to Help 1% of the World Live More Purposefully Ep. 43Five years ago Zander Fryer was stuck in a 9-5, single, lonely, bored, and lost. He was unfulfilled and unhappy and getting paid a quarter-million dollars a year to stay that way. But, after losing his best friend to suicide and struggling with depression for months he knew something had to change.He quit his corporate job in his late twenties, with no idea what he was going to do and only 3 months of living expenses in the bank. Fighting for life, for time, and in honor of his fallen brother, he embarked on a new journey...2021-11-0923 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow the Pandemic Catapulted Endless Events Growth Ep. 42As the founder of Endless Events, Will Curran has been named one of the most influential people in the meeting & events industry, one of the 40 under 40 event industry leaders, 35 entrepreneurs under the age of 35, and Inc Magazine’s Coolest College Start-up all before graduating college. Will has been producing in-person and virtual events since high school when he started his first company and has now worked in the production of large event clients such as Emerald City Comicon, Anheuser-Busch, Warner Brothers, Morton Salt & Uber. His team’s mission is to simplify the event planning process by creating the equation for...2021-11-0231 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow did Wendy Pease's Passion for Language Lead to her Business Ep. 41Wendy Pease is the owner and president of Rapport International, a translation and interpretation services company specializing in high quality translation. Throughout her career, she has worked with hundreds of companies to help them communicate across more than 200 languages and cultures.She has an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College and a BA in Foreign Service & International Politics from Penn State. Her expertise in international relations grew from working in several international and global marketing roles and spending years living abroad. Wendy authored the book "The Language of Global Marketing" and h...2021-10-2620 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Ben Chodor Leads Notified Ep. 40Ben Chodor is President of the Digital Media segment at Intrado. He rejoined Intrado in April 2018. Over the past 25 years, Ben has established himself as a global leader in the world of digital media and enterprise communications. He was co-founder and chief executive officer of Happtique and founder and chief executive officer of Stream57, and led both companies through successful acquisitions. Following Intrado’s InterCall business acquiring Stream57 in 2010, Ben served as global head of streaming and virtual events at InterCall, where he was a tireless driving force behind the company's innovative solutions. Where to Find Ben Ch...2021-10-1930 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Start a Construction Company that Serves Government Contracts Ep. 38Nure Miguel Aiza Bezares (47) is a Mexican born entrepreneur who leads Toll International. He is a certified Construction Planning and Scheduling Professional by the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International and a designated Design-Build Professional by the Design Build Institute of America. His firm was founded in 2005 with the intention of delivering expert professional services in connection with large scale capital construction programs. He is a Civil Engineer by training and attended Northwestern University and MIT where he graduated in the 1990s.Nure lives in New York City with his wife Rox and son Diego (5...2021-10-0528 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Go from Concept to TV Shows and Feature Film Ep. 37Jenny Feterovich is an award-winning TV and film Producer known for the hit TV show “START UP” and the feature film “The Russian Five” along with many other projects. She is the Executive Producer of Muse Production House and co-founder of Parliament Studios. She’s a lifelong entrepreneur and small business advocate, focusing on empowering women and immigrants in business. Jenny also made a name in the music world as the globetrotting DJ Jenny LaFemme and co-creator of Girls Gone Vinyl, a project that highlights and advances women in electronic music. Jenny arrived in the US with 6 suitcases an...2021-09-2819 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to start your own Co-Working Business with Felena Hanson Ep. 36As women, we give so much of ourselves as we move through the many transitions in our lives – off to college, first job, marriage, children, career path, divorce, layoffs, business launch, business fail, empty nest, illness, etc. Because women are often the glue that holds everything together, it’s easy for us to push through each phase with a focus on others—forgetting who “WE” really are and what “WE” really want out of life.The path to reinvention can take many forms—from listening to an inner voice, to recognizing an unexpected opportunity, to challenging and overcoming eithe...2021-09-2125 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Create a Conscious Capital Company with Kent Gregoire Ep. 35Kent Gregoire is a serial entrepreneur. He launched his first manufacturing company at age 14. Since then, he has founded and led more than a dozen organizations. Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, Kent has also provided advisory, training, and coaching services to executive level management under the Symphony Advantage brand. Finally, he is an angel investor in purpose-driven companies as well as a sought-after speaker in the U.S. and beyond. Part of what makes Kent unique is his ‘why’, which consists of unleashing the entrepreneurial spirit for good. In fact, he’s one of seven certified conscious capitalism consultants in the wo...2021-09-1433 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to get off Sugar for Good and Run a Health Product company with Dr. Daryl Gioffre Ep. 34Dr. Daryl Gioffre is a highly sought-after longevity expert who uses a cutting-edge approach to nutrition to help his patients fight inflammation and achieve and maintain an optimal level of health and energy. A former Sugar Addict turned Health Machine, he knows firsthand what it takes to overcome adversity and challenges in the pursuit of superior health.In addition to running the successful Alkamind brand, he is the founder of the Gioffre Wellness Center, a board-certified chiropractor in the state of New York, and the author of the best-selling book Get Off Your Acid: 7 Steps in 7 Days...2021-09-0737 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursTips on Navigating the Publishing Gauntlet with Kevin Anderson Ep. 33Born and raised on a small farm in a remote area of northern Alberta, Canada. Though I grew up very blue-collar, eventually pursued a career in academia (always enjoyed critical thinking, learning, and teaching). Went to Harvard for grad school with plans to become a professor. Started a tutoring and editing company while there. That company took off, so left academia with my MA. Eventually split the company into a PhD-advisory company and a book-writing/editing/pub-navigation company: Kevin Anderson & Assoc. Wife, four kids aged 5-10. Loving every minute of it all.Where to Find Kevin Anderson 2021-08-3125 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Glenn Gonzales is Disrupting the Private Jet Industry Ep. 32Glenn Gonzales is the founder and CEO of Jet It LLC, a disruptor in the provision of private transportation. Prior to forming Jet It, Glenn provided transportation solutions as the Regional Sales Manager for the Eastern United States for Honda Aircraft Company. Glenn began his aviation career in the USAF, as a T-38A Instructor Pilot and his military career culminated as an F-15C Flight Commander and 4-Ship Flight Lead. He has a MBA from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, and a Masters in Aeronautical Sciences from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He...2021-08-2423 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Don Williams Romances his Customers and Wins Every Time Ep. 313-Time #1 Best Selling Author, Don Williams is the founder and CEO of Don Williams Global. Don’s mission is to help others improve. Don shares real-world solutions learned from working with over ½ of the Fortune 500 on marketing/sales, customer experience (CX), culture, and leadership strategies.Don speaks and consults internationally on: Sell to Scale, Romancing Your Customer, The WOW Blueprint & Getting Your Heart In The Game – The Magic of Heart-Centered Leadership.Where to Find Don WilliamsTwitter: @DWilliamsGlobalInstagram: don_williams_globalLinkedIn: Don WilliamsYoutube: Don Williams GlobalWebsite: https://donwilliamsglobal.com/Don Top Tech Tools...2021-08-1731 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Daniel Marcos Went from Entrepreneur to Business Coach to Building an Empire Ep. 30Daniel Marcos is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, and passionate learner. He is the co-founder and CEO of Growth Institute, the leading online executive education company for C-level executives at fast-growing firms. He is a keynote speaker and a CEO Coach with a mission to help 1 million entrepreneurs. In less than a decade, Growth Institute has been recognized three times among the top 5,000 fastest-growing companies in the USA, with over 40,000 members across 64 countries.Where to Find Daniel MarcosFacebook: Scaling Up With Growth InstituteLinkedIn: Growth InstituteYoutube: Growth...2021-08-1032 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Marcelo Leone is building a CBD Beverage Enterprise Ep. 29Meet Marcello Leone, an accomplished entrepreneur, CEO, and Founder of multiple successful consumer packaged goods businesses. Today, Marcello is the founder and CEO of BevCanna Enterprises Inc. A leader in the cannabis beverage sector. BevCanna owns and operates one of the highest-capacity cannabis beverage processing and manufacturing facilities.Where to Find Marcello LeoneTwitter: @BevCanna EnterprisesFacebook: BevcannaInstagram: @bevcannaWebsite: https://www.bevcanna.com/SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and virtual) that don't suck! and Entire Productions...2021-08-0331 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursWhat Josh Little Invented to Help Reduce Meetings, Emails and DM's Ep. 27Josh Little is the founder of four tech companies–Maestro, Bloomfire, Qzzr, and Volley–that have collectively been used by hundreds of millions of people. His work has been featured in Tech Crunch, Mashable, Entrepreneur, Inc., and Forbes. With two successful exits and a third pending, he’s currently on a mission to save the working world from death-by-meetings with his fourth creation, Volley.Depending on what circle you run in, you may know Josh better for his pickles, performances, or projects–as he is a 5th generation pickler, a classically trained singer, and a mechanically-minded YouTuber.Whe...2021-07-2022 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Create a Thriving Business with Employees with Differing Abilities Ep. 26John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that founded John’s Crazy Socks. John is an entrepreneur who just happens to have Down syndrome. You may know them for being named EY Entrepreneurs of the Year or testifying before Congress or speaking at the UN. You may know them because John became “Sock Buddies” with President George H.W. Bush. Or you may know them for having grown a bootstrapped start up to a multi-million dollar business in four years.John’s Crazy Socks is an internationally recognized social enterprise with a mission to spread happines...2021-07-1329 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Lately is Changing the Social Media Landscape for More Efficiency Ep. 25Kate Bradley Chernis is the Founder & CEO of Lately, which uses AI to automatically transform longform content like blogs, podcasts and videos into dozens of "smart" social posts it learns will yield the highest engagement from your audience. As a former marketing agency owner, Kate initially created the idea for Lately out of spreadsheets for then-client, Walmart, and got them a 130% ROI, year-over-year for three years. Prior to founding Lately, Kate served 20 million listeners as Music Director and on-air host at Sirius/XM. She’s also an award-winning radio producer, engineer and voice talent with 25 years of national broadcast communi...2021-07-0640 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Lately is Changing the Social Media Landscape for More Efficiency Ep. 25Kate Bradley Chernis is the Founder and CEO of Lately, which uses AI to automatically transform longform content like blogs, podcasts and videos into dozens of "smart" social posts it learns will yield the highest engagement from your audience. As a former marketing agency owner, Kate initially created the idea for Lately out of spreadsheets for then-client, Walmart, and got them a 130% ROI, year-over-year for three years. Prior to founding Lately, Kate served 20 million listeners as Music Director and on-air host at Sirius/XM. She’s also an award-winning radio producer, engineer and voice talent with 25 years of national broadcast co...2021-07-0640 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursDigital Marketing, Downsizing and Differentiation - How Buzz is Optimizing His Business Ep. 24Michael "Buzz" Buzinski is the CEO and CMO of Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing, a life-long entrepreneur, digital marketing thought leader, and author. Dubbed a "visionary marketer" by the American Marketing Association, Buzz gets great satisfaction from helping entrepreneurs avoid the time drain and frustration of managing profitable digital marketing campaigns. He has simplified digital marketing success for small businesses with the Rule of 26 and is on a mission to double the website revenue of service-based businesses across America using this profitable formula.Where to Find Michael "Buzz" BuzinskiInstagram @buzzworthymarketing LinkedIn Michael Buzinski Buzzworthy Integrated Marketinghttps://buzzworthy...2021-06-2930 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow to Turn your ConneXtions into Capital with Mike Alden Ep. 23Michael Alden, Esq. is a CEO, entrepreneur, and 3 time Wall Street Journal and USA Today, best-selling author. He was named by the Boston Business Journal as one of Boston’s “40 Under 40” and was a winner of SmartCEOs Future 50 awards largely based on his accomplishment of growing a small call center into a comprehensive multi-million dollar marketing firm ranked by Inc. Magazine for three years in a row as one of the nation’s 5000 fastest-growing private companies. He has been seen by millions worldwide as the host of numerous long-form advertisements which feature dozens of successful products. He is a regular...2021-06-2234 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow Beth Shaw Created a Health and Fitness Empire Ep. 22Beth Shaw is a pioneer in the Wellness, Yoga & Fitness space in North America. Beth is single-handedly responsible for the widespread growth of yoga throughout the span of the U.S. and Canada. In 1994, she founded the global mind-body education school, YogaFit, which has since certified over 200,000 instructors worldwide. Recently, Beth has led training in Saudi Arabia, Israel, Japan and many other international locations, while her team leads training throughout North America, Australia, and Europe. She believes, "in empowering cultures and sharing the gift of yoga beyond borders." Through the continuous development of YogaFit, Beth remains at the forefront...2021-06-1525 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow this Mom turned a Pain Point into a Physical Product Ep. 21Amy Fazackerley is CEO and Co-Founder of Lay-n-Go, LLC. The company designs and manufactures innovative organizational solutions for life, play, and travel. Amy has been awarded three U.S. Utility Patents on her invention and distributes her products to leading retail companies domestically and internationally. Amy graduated with a B.A. in Communications from Denison University in 1993 and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University in 2000. Amy has served as a Board of Regents member for Mercersburg Academy (’89) as well as an Advisory Council member of the Friends of the Libraries at Johns Hopkins University (’00). Amy started her career as the...2021-06-0835 min
Fascinating EntrepreneursHow a Non-Tech Founder Started a FinTech/SaaS Company Ep. 20Nichole has more than 18 years of experience helping to grow and build businesses. She is the co-founder and CEO of Cheddar Up, a fast-growing platform that helps group organizers save time by making it easier to collect payments and information. Founded in 2014, Cheddar Up serves hundreds of thousands of groups across North America collect tens of millions of dollars. Cheddar Up is the leading group payments platform, helping Girl Scout councils across the United States collect payments as well as thousands of clubs, troops, HOAs, and beyond. Nichole was part of the 500 Startups accelerator in San Francisco and has...2021-06-0126 min