It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

A tale of two roads

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

In a world where success is often equated with a prestigious Ivy League education, and the allure of the "school of hard knocks" beckons those who carve their own way, which path truly leads to triumph? Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the lives and insights of extraordinary individuals who have navigated both worlds, proving that success isn't bound by the confines of traditional education. Our guest, Mansour Salame, is a dynamic tech executive, serial entrepreneur, and accomplished investor. His journey exemplifies the remarkable fusion of academic excellence and...

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

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It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Nathan Bettger is a board-certified hospital chaplain and spiritual director from Oshkosh, WI, where he lives with his wife (Kat), his two sons (Brendan Arthur and Owen Raine), his welsh terrier (Wendell), and Brendan’s service dog, Harley. Nathan is committed to nurturing connection and community through our relationships, our bodies, our sense of self, the land that we live on, and our experience of the Divine. Deeply grounded in contemplative and mystic Christianity and nature-based spirituality, Nathan seeks to consistently invite others into more unitive and loving life, whether it be...

Approach - Love One Another

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Daron Jagodzinske is the founding pastor of Alive Covenant Church. Born in Welcome, Minnesota (that’s right, the sign said “Welcome to Welcome”), Daron spent his first 18 years growing up and working on the family farm. He and his wife, Kristin, have five children: Justus, Greta, Ella, Fia, and Kwame. Daron loves seeing God at work in people’s lives, sharing life with Kristin, being a dad, playing basketball, beating his buddies in fantasy football, laughing at Will Ferrell, fishing for seafood, and exploring the beauty of the northwest. Along the way, Daron received a BA in...

Approach - Love One Another

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Daron Jagodzinske is the founding pastor of Alive Covenant Church. Born in Welcome, Minnesota (that’s right, the sign said “Welcome to Welcome”), Daron spent his first 18 years growing up and working on the family farm. He and his wife, Kristin, have five children: Justus, Greta, Ella, Fia, and Kwame. Daron loves seeing God at work in people’s lives, sharing life with Kristin, being a dad, playing basketball, beating his buddies in fantasy football, laughing at Will Ferrell, fishing for seafood, and exploring the beauty of the northwest. Along the way, Daron received a BA in...

Change & Meaning

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Sally Kennedy is the Creative Director and Senior Graphic Designer for Red Barn Design. Her mission is simple — be real, be good. To Sally, that means being mindful of all stakeholders in whatever she does. It’s not only thinking about profit for shareholders, it’s also caring for staff, customers, the environment, and the community. In her spare time, Sally loves to experience new places, hike remote trails, eat ethnic foods, enjoy great movies and books, and play with family and friends. In this episode: Life can feel a little dull after working the same job for 25 years. How do you...

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Chris Dungworth is the Managing Partner at Ro Morrison & Associates, a speakers bureau designed exclusively for the financial services industry. Chris has over 20 years of experience in the Financial Services Industry. Before co-founding Ro Morrison & Associates, Chris held multiple leadership positions at Allianz Life, including Chief of Staff and Sr. Director of Sales. In this episode… You just attended a conference and walked away totally blown away. The speakers sparked inspiration inside of you that will carry through your work in the coming weeks. How did the organizers create...

Science and Faith

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Dr. Ted R. Anderson earned a BA in zoology from the University of Kansas and a PhD in biology from Saint Louis University. His primary research interests are community ecology and the reproductive biology of the House Sparrow. He retired in 2004 after teaching for 32 years at McKendree University as a Professor of Biology. Dr. Anderson is the author of two books, Biology of the Ubiquitous House Sparrow: From Genes to Populations (2006) and The Life of David Lack: Father of Evolutionary Ecology (2013). In 2014, he wrote a series of 53 weekly articles for the Bainbridge Islander entitled...

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

Dr. Ravi Komatireddy is a physician and digital health entrepreneur. He is the Founder and CEO of Motiv Health, a startup passionately focused on using human and AI coaching for health, behavior change, and prevention. He is an internal medicine physician who trained at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and the University of California. Additionally, he was the first wireless digital health scholar at the Scripps Translational Science Institute, where he earned a master's in clinical translational investigation with a focus on digital health innovation. In this episode Most doctor visits play...

Somatic Healing

It's Not Just Business Talks with Sonja

In this episode of It’s Not Just Business Talks with Sonja, Sonja Anderson sits down with Jennifer Jeffcoat, a PPN-Somatic Therapist, to discuss how to find healing in your body. Jennifer shares how she was introduced to pre and perinatal psychology, how she helps patients find the right resources for healing, and how to repattern core beliefs.

In a world where success is often equated with a prestigious Ivy League education, and the allure of the "school of hard knocks" beckons those who carve their own way, which path truly leads to triumph? Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the lives and insights of extraordinary individuals who have navigated both worlds, proving that success isn't bound by the confines of traditional education.

Our guest, Mansour Salame, is a dynamic tech executive, serial entrepreneur, and accomplished investor. His journey exemplifies the remarkable fusion of academic excellence and real-world experience. Mansour's illustrious career started with his groundbreaking startup, NextAge Technologies, which caught the attention of Alcatel and was eventually acquired. His second venture, Contactual, was equally triumphant and was acquired by 8x8. Now, as he spearheads his third startup, FrontSpin, Mansour's story is a testament to the power of innovation and perseverance.

What sets Mansour's narrative apart is his dual educational background. Armed with a Masters of Science degree in electrical engineering from Stanford University, and a Bachelor of Science degree from Northwestern University, Mansour is an embodiment of the dual paths many contemplate. In this episode, we explore the value of an Ivy League education, the skills and connections it fosters, and how it shaped Mansour's career. Conversely, we unravel the lessons learned in the "school of hard knocks," where hands-on experiences and gritty determination pave the way.

As an investor in various tech startups and the President of Petree Properties, a leading real estate investment firm, Mansour's wisdom extends beyond tech innovation. He's served on the Board of Directors of 8x8, and his insights into diverse industries provide a holistic perspective on success.

Join us for an illuminating conversation as we uncover the threads that bind these two paths to greatness. Discover how Mansour's unique journey underscores the idea that there's no one-size-fits-all route to success. Whether you're eyeing those hallowed halls of academia or forging your path through the crucible of real-world challenges, this episode will inspire you to embrace the path that resonates with you. Tune in and redefine your understanding of success.

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