Wonder Podcast: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs to Change the World
Wonder Women Entrepreneurs! This is the place to join conversations with thought leaders who amaze, astonish and inspire you. Listen each week as entrepreneur and host Kalika Yap explores the challenges, wisdom and breakthroughs of extraordinary people. (An Entrepreneurs’ Organization production) Featured guests include: Lisa Sugar, cofounder of POPSUGAR Toni Ko, founder of NYX Cosmetics Devin Alexander, celebrity chef and nutrition expert who appears on "The Biggest Loser" Learn more about Entrepreneurs’ Organization, the leading peer-to-peer network exclusively for entrepreneurs. Have a story to tell? Contact us to be a potential guest on the show at podcast@eonetwork.org.
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What Your Doctor is Missing: How Normal is Not Optimal
07/10/2026
What Your Doctor is Missing: How Normal is Not Optimal
Dr. Shilpa Sayana is a board-certified internal medicine physician with advanced training in functional and integrative medicine. Born in Zambia and raised in Botswana by physician parents doing foreign aid work, she trained at Yale, the University of Vermont, and UCLA before an HIV fellowship took her to Haiti, Nigeria, and Russia. In this episode, Dr. Sayana explains why normal lab results and optimal health are not the same thing, how high-performing women are often running on depleted hormones and elevated cortisol without knowing it, and what her own health crisis taught her about treating root causes rather than symptoms. Learn how to read your own numbers, ask better questions at your next appointment, and take your health from normal to optimal. Timestamps: 00:46 Meet Dr. Shilpa Sayana 02:16 Roots in Botswana 04:00 Switching to Functional Care 06:02 Normal vs Optimal Labs 07:19 Patient Experience Pivot 11:39 Meditation and Stress Reset 14:26 Midlife Health Playbook 18:42 Genetics and Longevity Triangle 23:11 Antibiotics and Gut Health 23:58 Sleep Hacks and Hormones 27:02 Daily Routine and Breathwork 30:23 GLP Drugs and Nutrition 32:41 Motherhood 34:32 Scaling Functional Medicine 36:39 Entrepreneur Stress Mentorship Links: Dr. Shilpa’s Website: Sayana Medical & Wellness Center:
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From Engineer to Entrepreneur to Mayor | Elizabeth Yang
06/11/2026
From Engineer to Entrepreneur to Mayor | Elizabeth Yang
Elizabeth Yang is the founder of Yang Family Law Offices, the CEO of Optimizers, and the mayor of Monterey Park, California. With a background in electrical engineering and computer science, a stint at Raytheon, and a law degree that took her into intellectual property, family law, and estate planning, she understands what it takes to wear many hats at once. In this episode, Elizabeth talks about the two systems, EOS and Profit First, that pulled her out of the day-to-day of her firm and freed her to step into public service. Learn how she went from a shy, self-described invisible kid to a leader with the thick skin that politics demands, and the daily habits that have kept her grounded along the way. Timestamps: 00:39 - Engineer to Lawyer to Mayor 03:41 - EOS and Profit First Systems 07:16 - Applying Business to City Hall 12:56 - From Shy to Resilient 14:38 - Daily Habits and Confidence 19:35 - Transformation Courses and Growth 22:54 - Networking Beats Applications 25:06 - Giving Without Burnout 27:08 - AI Tools and Risks 31:52 - Looking Ahead to 2026 32:37 - Writing Harmony in Partnership 39:07 - Entrepreneur Advice Links: Elizabeth’s Instagram: Yang Law Offices: Elizabeth LinkedIn: OptiNizers:
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Working With Shame, Fear, and Imposter Syndrome | Natalie Bell
05/26/2026
Working With Shame, Fear, and Imposter Syndrome | Natalie Bell
Natalie Bell is the founder of Mindful Wellness, a training and coaching platform that helps entrepreneurs build their own source of calm, clarity, and resilience. Natalie teaches mindfulness, meditation, and fierce self-compassion in a way that feels practical in real life, including workshops for EO on fear, shame, and imposter syndrome. In this episode, Natalie talks about the inner critical voices we install in childhood, the difference between healthy and toxic shame, and how courageous compassion gives leaders the guts to fail and try again. Listen in and learn how to meet your hardest moments with strength and lead from a steadier sense of self-worth. Timestamps: 01:10 - The swirl of modern life 03:09 - Defining fierce self compassion 05:23 - Palisades fire lessons 09:18 - Shame and imposter syndrome 14:01 - Spotting shame in the body 20:40 - Healing deep rooted shame 25:18 - How shame gets passed on 25:41 - Trauma and shame cycles 26:04 - Imposter syndrome 34:39 - Journaling for self compassion 43:57 - Emotions are not you 45:48 - Guest house mindset 46:39 - Spotting shame in real time Links: Natalie’s Website: Natalie’s Instagram:
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Freedom Inside Confinement: From Life Sentence to Life Purpose
05/12/2026
Freedom Inside Confinement: From Life Sentence to Life Purpose
Quan Huynh transformed a life sentence into a life of purpose. After serving 22 years in prison, he was paroled in 2015 and launched his first company within just six months of his release. Now the Executive Director of Defy Ventures in Southern California, he helms an organization that provides entrepreneurship training and personal development for people impacted by the justice system. Quan discusses the moment he found "freedom from within" while in prison and how he has since helped others find their way home through accountability. Quan is also a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Harvard Business School Executive Education graduate. Timestamps: 01:50 - Early Life And Identity 03:28 - Crime And Life Sentence 04:08 - Awakening 05:45 - Healing 07:41 - Parole And Accountability 10:22 - Defy Visit And Freedom 11:44 - Step To The Line 15:36 - Defy Curriculum And Results 19:50 - Memoir 21:41 - Transformation Is Gradual 25:20 - Freedom Inside Confinement 27:11 - Gratitude After Prison 29:16 - Jade Janitors 34:39 - Defy Ventures Explained 37:11 - Harvard Lessons Vulnerable Leadership 43:12 - Headspace Genie for Nonprofits 47:21 - Core Message and What’s Next 49:17 - Advice to Younger Self Links: Defy Ventures: Quan’s Website:
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How AI Agents Can Help Your Business with Growth
04/24/2026
How AI Agents Can Help Your Business with Growth
The AI revolution is here but many leaders are still struggling to see real results. Bones Ijeoma is the founder of AllSafe Intelligence and a tech veteran who has guided over one hundred organizations through digital change. With a career spanning roles at Dreamworks and Accenture along with an MBA from USC he understands exactly what it takes to scale a business effectively. In this episode, Bones talks about why entrepreneurs must move beyond simple tools to build a strategy powered by outcome driven AI agents. You will discover how his mission to make downtime obsolete can help you reclaim your time and maximize your impact. Listen now to learn how to transform your operations and lead with confidence in the age of automation.
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From $500 to Million Dollar Commercials
04/22/2026
From $500 to Million Dollar Commercials
Erin Tauscher is an executive producer at BODEGA, a content creation studio based in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. After starting her career in the industry right out of college, Erin and her business partner Taylor Ferguson built their own production company, Trio Films, which was later rebranded as Splendid & Co., and eventually merged with BODEGA in 2018 to lead the studio's Los Angeles expansion. In this episode, Erin reflects on the moment that finally pushed her to start her own company, how a master's degree in psychology changed the way she leads on set and in life, and why, in an age of AI and rapid technological change, the future still belongs to the humans who know how to tell a story.
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The Hustle Trap: Learning How to Work Less Can Lead to Success
03/30/2026
The Hustle Trap: Learning How to Work Less Can Lead to Success
Ryan Crownholm is an army veteran, serial entrepreneur, and founder of MySitePlan.com and DirtMatch.com. He is also the president and founder of Crown Capital Adventures Inc. When a runaway truck left him with a shattered femur and punctured lungs on a California hillside, he almost lost everything. Watching his business thrive without him from a hospital bed, Ryan discovered the leadership lesson that would change everything: Knowing firsthand how broken the construction industry was, he turned that experience into technology that now serves over 70,000 customers nationwide. Listen in as Ryan shares his incredible journey from living out of his car to building AI-powered companies and why he believes the entrepreneurs who thrive in the next decade will be the ones who learn to work smarter, not just harder. His book, “The Hustle Trap,” is a guide for how to do less work while making more. Timestamps: 01:25 The Accident That Changed Everything 03:35 Beginnings in Construction 05:53 Exiting 07:38 MySitePlan 08:19 The Hustle Trap 10:25 Capitalizing On AI 17:30 AI Disruption 22:07 The Human Touch 24:35 Leadership Shift 25:51 Volunteering for Purpose and Mentorship 27:43 Staying Calm 29:45 Freedom Through Travel and Adventure 32:35 Books Beliefs and Entrepreneur Advice 34:31 Work for Yourself Mindset Links: Ryan’s Website: The Hustle Trap:
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From US$12 million to US$210 million: How Lifeway Foods CEO Julie Smolyansky Turned Pain Into Purpose
03/05/2026
From US$12 million to US$210 million: How Lifeway Foods CEO Julie Smolyansky Turned Pain Into Purpose
Julie Smolyansky is the CEO of Lifeway Foods, an Illinois-based dairy company that is the leading U.S. supplier of kefir. After her father, Michael Smolyansky, passed away in 2002, Julie took over the company at 27 years old and became the youngest female CEO of a publicly held firm. Julie and her parents immigrated to the U.S. from the Soviet Union in her infancy and credits her upbringing with her success. Under her leadership, Julie transformed the company into a multinational firm, growing their revenue from US$12 million to US$210 million in 2025. She is also an activist against sexual violence and the co-founder of Test400k, a non-profit whose goal is to eliminate the backlog of over 400,000 untested rape kits in the U.S. Timestamps: 01:27 Resilience 02:54 Stepping Up 10:13 Early Growth Moves 12:08 Kefir Story and Science 17:07 Trusting Your Gut 21:42 Values 25:55 Leading Through the Pandemic 28:12 Culture 28:45 Legacy 30:53 Purpose From Pain 31:33 Ending Sexual Violence 35:30 Rape Kit Reform 37:37 Community Giving 39:04 Motherhood and Leadership 41:59 Wellness and Reading 46:36 Finding Joy 50:42 What is Wonder? Links: Julie’s LinkedIn: Lifeway Foods:
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Emmy Winner to Entrepreneur: Gayle Jones’s Journey
03/02/2026
Emmy Winner to Entrepreneur: Gayle Jones’s Journey
Gayle Jones, an Emmy-winning sports producer for two decades, founded FuelBoxx, which offers snack kits for student athletes. After realizing that her own teen athletes depended on junk food for energy, she thought there must be a better way to get them the nutrition they need to perform. FuelBoxx helps bridge the gap between professional and student athletes by providing kits developed by sports dietitians to optimize performance. For every kit sold, another is donated to communities without equitable access to healthy food. Gayle shares her experiences with fundraising, her goals for scaling the business, and her mission to deliver food equity nationwide. Timestamps: 00:52 What is FuelBoxx? 04:10 Leaving TV 06:18 Education and Equity 09:54 Reality Check 11:37 Translating Producer Skills to CEO 13:56 Authenticity And Cash Flow 18:00 CPG Surprises 24:42 Game Day Meals 26:17 Building FuelBoxx 28:40 Boundaries and Purpose 31:27 Food Deserts and Access 32:54 Looking Forward 34:56 Funding Challenges for Women Links: FuelBoxx: Gayle’s LinkedIn:
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Culinary Curiosity to Franchise Success | Erin Fletter
02/02/2026
Culinary Curiosity to Franchise Success | Erin Fletter
Erin Fletter is the founder and CEO of Sticky Fingers Cooking, which offers fun, informative, and healthy cooking classes for children. In this episode, learn how Erin grew her kitchen-table idea into a business that has taught over 200,000 kids. She shares her journey from running cooking classes without kitchens to building and sustaining growth, and how she empowers women with her franchising model. Timestamps: 00:21 Meet Erin Fletter 01:56 Sticky Fingers Cooking 04:52 Cooking Classes Without Kitchens 07:55 Scrappy Beginnings 10:21 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs 11:35 The Franchise Model 15:21 Challenges 25:25 Advice 36:41 Balancing Business and Family 40:46 Passion for Food and Cooking 45:40 Tech-Driven Success at Sticky Fingers Cooking 55:06 Empowering Future Business Leaders Links: Erin’s Website: Sticky Fingers Cooking:
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A Coach of the Year Has Advice for You | Morgan Wijay
01/02/2026
A Coach of the Year Has Advice for You | Morgan Wijay
Morgan Wijay is the founder of After the Game, a life coaching program for young athletes and their families. In this episode, Morgan shares insights from her journey in the world of youth sports. She has been a player, a coach, a mentor, a parent, and a business owner. Listen in as she shares how her experiences shape her methods and how she uses that experience to help young athletes become the best version of themselves. Through After the Game, she guides athletes and their families through the trials and tribulations of youth sports and prepares them for life after sports. Timestamps: 02:07 Morgan's Story 09:56 Creating a Positive Team Culture 13:50 Challenges and Adversity 19:43 Preparation and Team Dynamics 22:36 Choosing the Right Coaching Staff 29:16 Managing Parent Expectations 35:08 Personal and Team Performance 37:00 Locking In 40:49 Gratitude and Being Present 46:06 After the Game 54:10 Balancing Parental Guidance and Athletic Goals 01:03:42 Sports in Personal Development Links: After the Game:
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The Introvert Advantage in Sales | Matthew Pollard
12/19/2025
The Introvert Advantage in Sales | Matthew Pollard
Matthew Pollard, aka the Rapid Growth® Guy, joins the podcast to talk about how introverts can excel at sales. As an introvert himself, Matthew provides insights into how introverts thrive through continuous improvement and structured processes. His own personal success is proof -- having been responsible for five multibillion-dollar success stories of his own. He’s the founder of the Small Business Festival, which is listed by Inc. as one of the top five business conferences in the U.S. He is also an international keynote speaker, author, and podcast host. Listen in! Timestamps: 01:17 The Rapid Growth® Guy 01:59 The Power of Introverts in Sales 05:02 From Introvert to Sales Expert 09:03 Sales Systems 12:45 Micro Goals 18:27 Revolutionizing Your Business Approach 34:36 The Death of the Elevator Pitch 36:34 The Power of Storytelling 37:47 Sales Techniques and Strategies 46:22 Specialization and Niching 48:33 Networking and Client Acquisition 51:19 Success Stories Links: Matthew’s Website: Matthew’s LinkedIn: Matthew’s YouTube:
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Turning A Family Business Into Airport Culinary Success | Iva Chen
12/08/2025
Turning A Family Business Into Airport Culinary Success | Iva Chen
Iva Chen is the CEO of IOC Design & Consulting. She is also the Chief Development Officer of Lady Luck Gourmet, which owns and operates Go Bistro and Mama Go’s Filipino Cuisine (formerly Goldilocks Filipino Cuisine) in the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Her team also opened the first independently owned Panda Express in SFO. As a mother of two children, an Army ROTC bootcamp grad, ex-Deloitte CPA, and triathlete, Iva has a unique perspective on discipline, creativity, and balancing business and life. Listen in! Timestamps: 01:08 Meet Iva 03:43 Family Business 09:22 Experiential Marketing 11:23 Panda Express at SFO 20:18 Integrity in Business 23:03 Financial Experience in Entrepreneurship 28:48 Navigating Airport Business Complexities 30:50 Expanding 31:22 Introducing Filipino Cuisine to Airports 35:40 Balancing Family and Business 37:10 Health and Fitness 41:40 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 44:50 Looking Forward 46:39 Joining EO Links: Iva’s LinkedIn: Iva’s Instagram: IOC Design & Consulting: Mama Go’s:
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Innovating in Mental Health with Ambience Search™ | Valerie Karno
11/14/2025
Innovating in Mental Health with Ambience Search™ | Valerie Karno
Dr. Valerie Karno is a professor and a tech entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of Ambience Search™, the very first mood-based search engine. Valerie opens up about how her time in academia drove her to tackle the growing issue of mental health and wellbeing. Dr. Karno talks about how Ambience Search™ helps people tailor their online experience based on how they want to feel. She touches on why things like personal control, being mindful, and building connections hold so much weight in our digital world today. Listen in and discover insights on coming up with new ideas, pushing through tough times, and seeing concepts from start to finish. Timestamps: 01:11 – Meet Dr. Valerie Karno 02:32 – The Mental Health Crisis and Digital Intervention 03:57 – Mood-Based Search 05:37 – The Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health 07:37 – Ambience Search™ Features and User Experience 09:28 – Building the Team 11:32 – From Academia to Tech Entrepreneur 15:33 – Modeling Behavior 17:14 – Mindfulness and Self-Care Practices 21:11 – Navigating Instability and Building Resilience 24:28 – Maintaining Human Agency 27:11 – Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 31:19 – The Power of Kindness Links: Dr. Karno’s Website: Ambience Search™:
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On Innovation, Intuition, and Intentionality | Susan Nichols
11/03/2025
On Innovation, Intuition, and Intentionality | Susan Nichols
Susan Nichols is the founder of SWAND®, a 4-in-1 candle care tool. She is also the inventor of Yogitoes, a renowned yoga mat towel brand. With a focus on sustainability, Susan shares her experiences in building Yogitoes and SWAND. Listen in as she talks about the challenges of entrepreneurship, from securing patents, navigating manufacturing hurdles, and building a strong brand with a strong sense of identity. Timestamps: 01:21 Yogitoes to SWAND® 02:22 Starting Yogitoes 04:09 Patenting 25:18 Inspiration Behind SWAND® 31:50 Candle Care Tips and Tricks 32:54 The Philosophy 34:25 The Journey of an Entrepreneur 39:00 Intuition 40:39 AI and Its Impact 42:44 Tradition and Technology 48:11 The Future Links: Swand: Susan’s LinkedIn:
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Building Community with BLANKSPACES | Jerome Chang
10/10/2025
Building Community with BLANKSPACES | Jerome Chang
Jerome Chang is the founder of BLANKSPACES, an early pioneer in the coworking space. He is also the co-founder of the League of Extraordinary Coworking (LExC), the first national network of coworking spaces. In this episode, he shares his journey building BLANKSPACES, his vision for collaborative work environments, and how his work is shaping the future of coworking communities. Listen in! Timestamps: 01:32 Meet Jerome 01:48 The Start of Coworking Spaces 04:18 Birth of BLANKSPACES 09:57 COVID-19 and Office Work 11:10 Flexibility and Community 19:31 Challenges and Successes in the Coworking Industry 24:55 The Top and Bottom 5% Challenge 31:47 Daily Habits for Success 34:39 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 39:48 Community Support and Giving Back Links: BLANKSPACES: Jerome’s LinkedIn:
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Scaling Your Business with Accountability and Execution | Michael Caito
09/22/2025
Scaling Your Business with Accountability and Execution | Michael Caito
Michael Caito is the CEO of MAP, a company that helps businesses improve performance through clear goals and accountability. He also co-founded Restaurants on the Run, growing it into a $40 million business before selling it to GrubHub. In this episode, Michael talks about the importance of balancing family and business, fostering a performance-based culture, and leveraging tools like MAP to drive organizational growth. Timestamps: 03:41 Restaurants on the Run 05:37 Scaling 13:03 Selling 17:14 Lessons Learned 20:13 The Importance of People and Culture 25:38 Implementing MAP 29:43 Marketing Strategies for Restaurants on the Run 31:57 Community Building 32:48 Becoming the CEO of MAP 34:37 MAP's Strategy and Client Focus 41:17 Building a Performance-Based Culture 44:12 Feedback and Accountability 48:48 Advice for Entrepreneurs 51:25 Looking Forward 53:59 Principles for Immediate Implementation Links: Michael’s LinkedIn: MAP Consulting:
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Lessons in Leadership and Trust | Kelley Weaver
09/03/2025
Lessons in Leadership and Trust | Kelley Weaver
Kelley Weaver is the founder of Melrose PR, a trailblazer in blockchain communications and a leader in the Web3 space. Kelley shares her journey from traditional PR to specializing in crypto, the challenges and opportunities of building trust in a rapidly evolving industry, and the inspiration behind launching BitWire, a new digital newswire for Web3 companies. Listen in! Timestamps: 01:49 - Meet Kelley Weaver 02:30 - Web3 and Blockchain PR 03:54 - Kelley's Journey into Crypto 09:17 - Explaining Bitcoin in Simple Terms 13:03 - The Courage to Rebrand and Focus 15:12 - Building Relationships 19:10 - The Evolution of Crypto Media 21:47 - Launching the Proof of PR Podcast 27:23 - BitWire 31:10 - Branding, Transparency, and Quality in Newswires 34:31 - BitWire’s Growth 36:15 - Balancing Entrepreneurship and Motherhood 42:01 - Team Growth and Change 44:30 - Crafting a Clear Message 47:19 - Meditation 50:27 - What’s Next Links: Melrose PR: Kelley’s LinkedIn: Kelley’s Instagram:
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Building Success in Business and Love | Kass & Mike Lazerow
06/05/2025
Building Success in Business and Love | Kass & Mike Lazerow
Kass and Mike Lazerow are an entrepreneurial husband and wife duo. They are serial entrepreneurs, philanthropists, investors, and most recently, authors. They are the co-founders of and Buddy Media, the leading social media marketing platform that sold to Salesforce for $745 million.Their new book, Shoveling Shit: A Love Story, tells the story about what it takes to build something meaningful. Listen in as they share their story of love, commitment, perseverance, and success. Timestamps: 01:13 Business Partners and Soulmates 02:33 Golf.com 09:55 Building Buddy Media 17:59 Investing in Startups and Liquid Death 21:05 Philanthropy 22:56 Shoveling Shit 28:23 Transparency 30:08 Bonding 33:41 Vision and Execution 36:07 The Challenges and Rewards of Pivoting 39:16 Work and Personal Life 50:02 Defining Success 53:17 Advice for Entrepreneurial Couples Links: New Release: Shoveling Shit: Kass & Mike:
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Making A House A Home | Sara Schleider
06/02/2025
Making A House A Home | Sara Schleider
Sara Schleider is the CEO and founder of Harlow Interiors, a high-end interior design company. Through Harlow, Sara has designed homes for high-profile clients such as celebrities and professional athletes. Listen in as Sara shares her experience bringing up a company from the ground up. Learn how she managed the logistical hurdles of furnishing multi-million dollar homes, the importance of staying organized and hiring the right people, and how to stay creative in an ever-changing field. Timestamps: 01:51 Starting Harlow Interiors 10:23 Challenges and Triumphs in the Business 12:37 Business and Family 22:23 High-Profile Clients 26:42 Challenges 27:59 Logistics and Employee Management 34:48 Business Growth and Future Plans 41:36 Daily Routine 45:55 Event Staging and Future Opportunities Links: Sara’s LinkedIn: Harlow Interiors:
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The Story of UGG | Brian Smith
04/18/2025
The Story of UGG | Brian Smith
Brian Smith, the founder of UGG, the world-renowned fashion brand known for their iconic boots. In this episode, Brian shares the journey of UGG’s humble beginnings in Australia to its worldwide success. He shares how UGG initially faced struggles with growth until he discovered how to more effectively market to his target audience. Listen in as Brian shares his story! Timestamps: 02:56 The Origin Story of UGG 14:36 Breakthrough in Marketing 20:39 The Power of Meditation 28:58 Reflections on Success 32:30 Top 5% and Bottom 5% Moments 36:07 Marketing Breakthroughs and Celebrity Endorsements 41:36 Success Beyond Business 47:49 Navigating the Changing Business Landscape 50:07 Habits for Success 55:19 Final Words Links: Brian’s Website: UGG:
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From Corporate to Creator: The Queen of Clubhouse | Swan Sit
03/21/2025
From Corporate to Creator: The Queen of Clubhouse | Swan Sit
Marketing at Nike, Estée Lauder, and Revlon, Swan is now a creator with over 3.7 million followers online. She has been named one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 Women of Impact, Brand Innovators’ 40 Under 40 and Marketing Women to Watch. As a professional speaker, Swan has spoken throughout the globe for SXSW, Cannes Film Festival, Google, Salesforce, and Harvard, to name a few. Listen in as she shares her story! Timestamps: 00:31 - The Queen of Clubhouse 02:04 - Entrepreneurial Roots 06:27 - Self-Worth and Identity 10:43 - Community 12:32 - Embracing Technology 21:54 - Leadership 22:17 - Investing in People 26:55 - EmpathyCultural Heritage 38:05 - Future Plans and Goals Links: Swan’s Website: Swan’s Instagram: Swan’s LinkedIn:
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Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare | Tara Raffi
01/28/2025
Revolutionizing Women’s Healthcare | Tara Raffi
Tara Raffi is the founder and CEO of Almond, a full-service, tech-enabled ObGyn. While working as a management consultant for large hospitals, Tara found herself unable to book an ObGyn appointment when she needed one. Massive amounts of money is spent on healthcare every year, but the experience wasn’t improving for patients. “It didn’t make sense to me,” Tara says. Creating Almond was her way of revolutionizing the way women’s healthcare is delivered. Almond’s goal is to “co-create a health journey that is designed around our needs.” Listen in! Timestamps: 01:01 Tara’s Story 03:13 The Maternal Health Crisis in the U.S. 04:28 Revolutionizing OBGYN Care 13:16 Challenges 15:48 Future Plans 22:33 How Almond Works 32:06 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Personal Life 33:28 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Links: Almond’s Website: Almond’s Instagram: Almond’s TikTok: Almond’s LinkedIn: Check out their Linktree:
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Achieving Financial Freedom with Noah Rosenfarb
01/07/2025
Achieving Financial Freedom with Noah Rosenfarb
Noah Rosenfarb is the founder of Freedom Family Office, a “comprehensive financial firm offering personalized wealth advice for entrepreneurs.” Noah is a seasoned wealth coach, with over two decades of experience in the industry. He’s also a serial entrepreneur that has built, sold, and invested in more than 50 real estate acquisitions valuing nearly $1 billion. Listen in as Kalika and Noah talk all about what it really means to achieve financial freedom. Noah covers actionable strategies in building passive income, managing taxes, and maintaining a healthy personal life. Tune in! Timestamps: 02:20 Financial Freedom and Time Freedom 04:49 Lifestyle Creep 07:51 Setting Personal Goals 11:00 Tax Strategies 22:11 Life Insurance 26:51 Longevity and Financial Planning 28:19 Teamwork Makes the Dream Work 28:45 Noah’s Daily Life 30:05 EOS and Business Systems 32:46 Estate Planning 35:42 Proactive Planning 38:51 Financial Advice 43:22 The Role of Technology Links: Freedom Family Office: Wealththrive: Talk About Tax:
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Horsing Around: Tech CEO Turned Horse Photographer | Matt Dusig
12/13/2024
Horsing Around: Tech CEO Turned Horse Photographer | Matt Dusig
Matt Dusig is an artist, entrepreneur, and publisher. Matt, a former tech CEO turned fine art photographer, has had quite an entrepreneurial journey. Having successfully built and sold multiple businesses like GoZing and Innovate MR, the latter of which sold for $150 million, Matt brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to his works as an artist. In this episode, Matt shares his story. His fine art photography work has led him to many beautiful locations, capturing the majesty of wild horses, the grandeur of Hawaii’s landscapes, and the dynamic cityscapes of Los Angeles. Listen in! Timestamps: 03:11 Matt’s Origin Story 07:44 The Birth of GoZing 16:48 Building and Selling InnovateMR 19:57 InnovateMR's Unique Approach and Success 27:21 Exit Strategies 29:36 Facilitating Company Growth 32:18 Facing Challenges 38:36 Transition to Fine Art Photography 42:35 Adventures in Horse Photography 51:44 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 54:31 Looking to the Future Links: Matt’s Website: Instagram: LinkedIn:
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Harnessing Entrepreneurial Energy with EOS | Josh Holtzman
12/03/2024
Harnessing Entrepreneurial Energy with EOS | Josh Holtzman
Josh Holtzman is a fourth-generation entrepreneur who knew at an early age that he wanted to become a leader in business. A successful entrepreneur and a seasoned business coach, Josh is also an Expert Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Implementer. Having had multiple successful exits under his belt, Josh is quite the serial entrepreneur. Though already successful, the real shift came when Josh adopted EOS. Wanting to share his experience with the world, Josh spends his time nowadays focused on helping others strengthen their business using EOS. Listen in! Timestamps: 01:21 Origin Story 02:41 Impact on LA Businesses 08:42 Leadership Alignment 10:14 EOS Implementation 17:04 Navigating Business Partnerships 21:30 Vision Traction Organizer (VTO) 25:48 Discovering the EOS Life 29:10 Vulnerability 39:12 Video Marketing 43:22 Personal Habits Links: Reach out to Josh! Josh’s Page: Josh’s LinkedIn:
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Insights Into Mastering Event Management | Amanda Ma
11/17/2024
Insights Into Mastering Event Management | Amanda Ma
Amanda Ma is the founder and CEO of Innovate Marketing Group, an award-winning corporate event agency based in Los Angeles. With over 20 years of experience, Amanda has worked with top brands like Google, TikTok, and East West Bank. Amanda is devoted to community leadership, serving on multiple boards and advisory councils. Listen in as she shares insight about what goes into corporate event hosting, how she managed her company through the pandemic, and how to find a work-life balance. Timestamps: 01:32 Intro to Amanda 03:19 How It All Started 05:18 Creating Impactful and Intentional Events 07:29 Building Trust 10:04 Innovative Ideas and Trends 16:07 Balancing Work and Family Life 20:09 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 22:52 Overcoming Business Challenges 25:12 Pandemic Pivoting 27:58 Looking Forward Links: Innovate Marketing Group: Amanda’s LinkedIn: Amanda’s Website:
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Empowering the Next Generation by Leading with Purpose | Catie Chase
10/29/2024
Empowering the Next Generation by Leading with Purpose | Catie Chase
Catie Chase is a purpose-driven educator with over two decades of experience. An ICF-certified life and leadership coach, Catie shares her passion for empowering students and how to provide them with a positive framework for their future. Listen in as she shares how she navigated her business through the pandemic, how to educate with purpose, and how an environment rooted in advocacy and empathy help lead to entrepreneurial growth. Timestamps: 01:12 Introduction to Catie 01:28 Challenges Faced by Modern Parents 02:26 The Importance of Life Coaching 06:15 Tools for Entrepreneurial Parents 10:22 Clarity, Focus, Ease, and Grace 13:44 Understanding Self-Efficacy and Neurodiversity 16:35 Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals 20:25 Modern Toolbox for Success 26:20 Pillars of Success 28:21 The Role of Parents in Student Success 30:01 Grace and Gratitude 33:01 The Importance of Peer Tutoring 38:01 Finding the Right College Fit Links: Catie’s Website: Catie’s LinkedIn:
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Purpose & Passion: A Sip of Success (and Champagne) | David Aferiat
10/14/2024
Purpose & Passion: A Sip of Success (and Champagne) | David Aferiat
David Aferiat is the founder of Avid Vines, an organic wine importer based out of Atlanta. Avid Wines specializes in high-quality, certified organic champagnes. In this episode, listen in as David shares his journey and shares insights into fostering business growth and community through shared values and experiences. David talks about his experiences with starting Avid Vines, the challenges of business partnerships, wellness, and even myths about champagne. Timestamps: 01:14 - EO connections 04:05 - Avid Vines 09:41 - Myths about champagne 13:31 - Personal growth 20:54 - Perseverance and Purpose 32:20 - The Hero's Journey 34:31 - Framework for Personal Growth 36:07 - Daily disciplines 45:36 - Looking Forward 48:33 - Exploring champagne and avid vines Links: Avid Vines: David’s Instagram: David’s Linkedin:
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Unlocking Retail Success with Gabriela Santanillo
08/30/2024
Unlocking Retail Success with Gabriela Santanillo
Gabriella Santaniello is the CEO of A Line Partners, which specializes in retail consulting through their multi-pronged approach that incorporates qualitative and quantitative data in their research process. Gabriella has an extensive background in sales strategy, having worked with renowned brands such as Ralph Lauren, Nautica, Neiman Marcus, and Nordstrom. She also served as an independent consultant specializing in brand distribution and wholesale sales strategy for department stores and specialty chain retailers. Listen in as Gabriella shares her insights and expertise! Timestamps: 01:32 About Gabriella 02:30 Independent research provider 03:43 Brick-and-mortar 05:44 Gabriela's career journey 09:18 Helping international brands enter the U.S. Market 17:01 Retail strategies and consumer behavior insights 25:11 Trends and predictions for 2024 28:15 Social media and tiktok 33:36 AI in retail 34:36 Secret shoppers 38:37 Global fashion trends 43:41 Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs Links: A Line Partners: Gabriella’s LinkedIn:
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