Siggi Hilmarsson, Creator of Siggi's Dairy siggisdairy.com
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Siggi Hilmarsson, creator of Siggi’s Dairy, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. What began as a New York grad student missing the traditional Icelandic skyr of his childhood turned into a beloved national brand. Siggi shares how he recreated his grandmother’s recipe, sold it at local farmers markets, and faced the pivotal moment when Whole Foods called and rapid scaling became reality. As Siggi puts it, “Sometimes it’s good to be happily ignorant so you can see how far you can go.” siggisdairy.com eliances.com
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Joe Guith, President Cinnabon cinnabon.com
Eliances Heroes
Joe Guith, President of Cinnabon, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Joe shares how Cinnabon creates the crave-worthy indulgence that makes millions of mouths water in malls across the country. He talks about crafting WOW experiences, adapting to evolving consumer tastes, and keeping the brand at the center of trends and technology. As Joe says, “Great brands are made by great people.” cinnabon.com
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Karina Smirnoff, Dancing with the Stars Champion karinasmirnoff.com
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Karina Smirnoff, Dancing with the Stars champion, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Karina shares what it really takes to dance at the top of your career, how she refined her strategy on the hit TV show, and the one celebrity who left her completely star-struck. She also highlights her own makeup line and the joy of seeing her name on products she loves. karinasmirnoff.com
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Dave Damiani, Famous American Jazz Singer davedamiani.com
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From bartending to sharing the stage with musical greats, Dave Damiani, acclaimed American jazz singer, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Discovered while working behind a bar, Dave’s journey took him from small clubs to touring with America’s Got Talent winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. and Postmodern Jukebox star Haley Reinhart. With a voice reminiscent of Sinatra and the charm of a true showman, he talks about the business of music and the magic of keeping classic jazz alive for a new generation. davedamiani.com
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Erin Heit Co-Founder Vitamin Water and Smart Water, Co-Founder Qurb and WOW Me Tonight
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Erin Heit, co-founder of Vitaminwater and Smartwater, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Erin shares what it takes to build a powerful brand and what it was like selling the company to Coca-Cola in a multi-billion-dollar deal. A visionary entrepreneur, she also co-founded Qurb, a healthy energy shot, and WOW Me Tonight, a social fitness and dance platform inspiring people to move, connect, and have fun.
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Samara Beth, Build a winning brand, Book more stages and Bank more revenue. Samarabethandco.com
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Samara Beth, keynote speaker, 10x certified business coach, award-winning event producer, and best-selling author, is interviewed by David Cogan at the Eliances Heroes Show. With over 30 years of experience across North America, she empowers entrepreneurs through her W.I.N. pillars: Willpower, Innovation, and Network, while inspiring audiences with her resilience, high energy, and dedication to building community. Samarabethandco.com
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Craig Newmark, Founder Craigs List, Web pioneer, Philanthropist craignewmarkphilanthropies.org
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Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes show . What began as a simple email list for local events grew into one of the most influential online marketplaces in the world. Craig shares how his commitment to customer service helped fuel Craigslist’s success and discusses his current mission through Craig Newmark Philanthropies and Craigconnects.org, supporting journalism, veterans, and trustworthy information. He also reveals fascinating behind-the-scenes insights about the Craigslist platform you won’t want to miss. craignewmarkphilanthropies.org
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Carolyn Hennesy, Emmy Winning Actress, Over 500 Episodes General Hospital, True Blood, Nickelodeon show Jessie, Author Pandora carolynhennesy.com
Eliances Heroes
Step into the world of acting with Carolyn Hennesy, Emmy Award-winning actress, bestselling author, and star of General Hospital with over 500 episodes. She’s also known for standout roles in True Blood, NCIS, and Nickelodeon’s Jessie. In this Eliances Heroes Flash Segment, David Cogan, founder of Eliances and celebrity host of the Eliances Heroes Show, talks with Carolyn about her remarkable career, creative journey, and passion for storytelling.
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Chiquis Rivera, #1 Latina Artist and Award Winning Singer beflawless.com
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Chiquis Rivera, the #1 Latina artist and award-winning singer, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Rising to fame with her debut album that hit #1, Chiquis shares how her late mother, the legendary Jenni Rivera, inspired her journey and how growing up in the spotlight shaped her strength and independence. She also talks about her newest venture, teaming up with Judi Castro on a fast-rising skincare line, recently nominated by Ken Collis of TLK Fusion. beflawless.com
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Richard Branson, Billionaire Rebel Founder Virgin Group, built Virgin Music, Virgin Atlantic, & Virgin Galactic virgin.com
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Sir Richard Branson, billionaire founder of the Virgin Group, joins David Cogan on the Eliances Heroes Show. Known as the ultimate business rebel, Branson built iconic brands like Virgin Music, Virgin Atlantic, and Virgin Galactic. He shares insights on risk-taking, his mother’s powerful influence, and the fearless mindset behind his success — famously saying, “Were I a saner person, I wouldn’t take such risks… but I’m known as Dr. Yes.” virgin.com
info_outlineListen as David Cogan sits down with the dynamic entrepreneur and business strategist Luke Kory, the Owner of Boondocks Patio and Grill, Boondocksaz.com. Known for his innovative approaches and sharp insights, Luke Kory delves into his journey of building successful ventures, the challenges he faced, and the strategies that propelled him to the top of his industry. Tune in to gain exclusive insights from one of the most forward-thinking minds in business today.