The Jason Cavness Experience

In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Kate Edwards. An award-winning 30+ year leader in the global game industry, culturalization pioneer, former Executive Director of the IGDA, former head of the Global Game Jam, CEO of Geogrify, and CXO/Co-Founder of SetJetters. Kate has worked on more than 306 games across genres including RTS, FPS, racing, horror, and AAA franch...

In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Curt Maier. A U.S. Military Veteran, nuclear submarine reactor operator, engineer, and now M&A focused business leader who buys, builds, and transforms companies using a systems-driven mindset forged under extreme pressure. Curt shares what it was really like working on nuclear submarine reactors, how the Navy shaped his discipl...

In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Tierrá Bonds, Founder & CEO of Take Charge Credit Consulting. To dig into the financial realities so many people quietly struggle with  credit, debt, generational trauma, and why the racial wealth gap continues to grow in the U.S. Tierrá breaks down her journey from her early struggles with credit to becoming one of the leading...

Andrea Jordan — Creativity, Courage, and Building Human-Centered AI Episode Summary: In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Andrea Jordan, Founder & CEO of Empathium, an AI-powered platform focused on helping people strengthen emotional intelligence, communication, and connection through role-play, self-awareness tools, and human-centered design. Andrea shares her jo...

Eleanor Knight: From Kayaking the World's Toughest Rivers to UW Law at 19 In this episode, Jason Cavness talks with Eleanor Knight, a world-class whitewater kayaker, entrepreneur, and soon-to-be law student at the University of Washington. From running her first summer camp at 11, to building a swim school at 15, to earning a bronze medal on the world stage Eleanor's story is one of grit, curiosit...

In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience , host Jason Cavness sits down with Daniel Blue  a comedian, community leader, and banker whose humor and heart have made an impact well beyond the stage. Blue shares his journey from comedy clubs to community boards, reflecting on how laughter, mentorship, and service have shaped his purpose. Listeners will walk away inspired to lead with authentici...

The Path Forward: Transforming Lives and Communities with Andrea Suarez of We Heart Seattle Episode Summary: In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, host Jason Cavness talks with Andrea Suarez, founder of We Heart Seattle, a volunteer-powered organization leading a grassroots effort to address homelessness through community engagement, cleanup operations, and direct outreach. Andrea share...

Innovative Entrepreneurship and AI Trends: Insights with Taylor Rae  In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, host Jason Cavness sits down with Taylor Rae. A dynamic entrepreneur, marketer, and founder of multiple ventures including Rae Enterprise and The Success Club App. Taylor shares her journey from college student to business leader, diving deep into geofencing, programmatic display a...

In this special solo episode, Jason Cavness shares the full story behind his journey — from dropping out of high school to serving 25 years in the U.S. Army , and ultimately becoming a founder building an AI-powered HR platform for small businesses . Jason walks through the lessons that shaped him as a leader, the transition from military life to entrepreneurship, and the creation of CavnessHR — a...

About Lee Kindell Lee Kindell , founder of MOTO Pizza , has redefined what it means to build a restaurant brand with heart and innovation. What began as a small post-retirement passion project turned into one of Seattle's most talked-about food success stories . Known for its Detroit-style pizzas , Filipino-inspired toppings, and a 120-year-old sourdough starter named Betty , MOTO Pizza blends cra...

About Scott Alldridge Scott Alldridge is the CEO of IP Services and a Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) with over 30 years of global experience in IT management and cybersecurity . Starting his tech career at just 19, Scott has built a reputation as a leader who bridges technology, business, and human behavior to create resilient organizations. He is also the President of the IT...

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Episode Sponsor — Sentry Computing Keeping the technology essential to your business safe and performing optimally can be challenging. With Sentry Computing — the IT partner of choice for businesses of all sizes — you get thoughtful human interaction and innovative professional IT services. Boost productivity and eliminate risk with: • Managed IT • Cybersecurity • AI Consulting • Cloud Consulting...

About Jason Cavness Jason Cavness is a tattooed INFJ, retired U.S. Army officer (25 years of service), and relentless builder of businesses and communities. He's the CEO and Founder of CavnessHR , where he helps U.S. small businesses (49 or fewer employees) save time and money by automating HR through a tech platform backed by a dedicated HR Business Partner. Jason also hosts The Jason Cavness Exp...

Dr. Ryan James is the Founder and CEO of Dopl Technologies , a Seattle-based startup redefining medical education with AI-powered simulation. Blending his background in biomedical engineering, clinical research, and startup strategy, Ryan is creating tools that help doctors, nurses, and students train smarter — and safer — than ever before. Before launching Dopl, Ryan spent over a decade in labs a...

oseph Casebeer is a computer engineer, tech generalist, and founder of Takamori Robot , a startup building affordable, modular robotics kits for students and makers. Born in Luxembourg to Japanese-American parents, Joseph grew up on four continents, giving him a global perspective on engineering, education, and problem-solving. Now based in Tacoma, WA, he's bootstrapping his robotics dream from a...

Robert Masse is the founder of Astrolabe Analytics , a battery-software startup improving safety and extending the life of battery-powered fleets. Backed by the U.S. Air Force and National Science Foundation , Astrolabe bridges research and industry through predictive analytics and smart-battery management systems. In this episode, Robert shares how he turned 15 years of research into real-world i...

Seattle's Got Tech — 15 Live Startup Demos, Kevin Goldsmith's Keynote, and How CavnessHR Is Building the Future of HR Short Description (2–3 sentences) This special episode of The Jason Cavness Experience brings you inside Seattle's Got Tech — where 15 startups demoed real, working products, Kevin Goldsmith delivered a powerful keynote on leadership and innovation, and Jason shared how CavnessHR i...

Bridge Jackson is the Founder and CEO of OUInvest.ai , a bold and inclusive fintech platform helping African American women and LGBTQ+ communities build generational wealth through identity-centered investing. With a background in finance, culture, and equity, Bridge is redefining what it means to invest—with authenticity, accessibility, and unapologetic empowerment. Episode Highlights • How OUInv...

Alvaro Jimenez Jimenez is a global finance and tech leader whose career spans banking, private equity, blockchain, venture capital, and technology services. As Co-Founder of SELLNET.ai, he's helping companies navigate digital transformation through a curated network of over 400 tech and telecom providers. In this episode, Alvaro shares insights on leadership, innovation, and living meaningfully wh...

Cleo Escarez is the founder of Redyoos, a company reimagining jewelry production through clean tech and circular economy principles. With past leadership roles at Starbucks, Williams Sonoma, and Gap Inc., and as former COO of Boma Jewelry, Cleo has dedicated her career to building ethical, sustainable operations that reduce waste and empower responsible consumption across fashion and manufacturing...

Bianca Penuelas is a founder, operations strategist, and business transition expert who helps companies build the systems they need to grow, scale, or sell. With experience spanning tech and food startups, she's mastered the art of balancing structure with flexibility. In this episode, Bianca shares how operational excellence, leadership, and process design create sustainable companies ready for a...

Branden Doyle, Founder and CEO of Violett, is reimagining what clean air means for workplaces, schools, and homes. With roots in nuclear engineering and a passion for innovation, Branden turned science into scalable solutions for air purification and pathogen detection. His journey shows how real entrepreneurs bridge disciplines — from engineering labs to startup launchpads. Episode Highlights • T...

Francisca "Kika" Escobar Bascur is redefining how brands grow across borders. As founder of The Kickass Company and Sell With Kika, she's helped more than 250,000 entrepreneurs master eCommerce, scale through Shopify, and expand into international markets. From Santiago to Seattle, Kika's story shows that scaling isn't just about metrics — it's about connection, courage, and customer understanding...

Cody Brown, CEO of Security Research Group and former Navy Cyber Operations Specialist, brings over a decade of experience in offensive cyber operations, national defense, and enterprise security. From U.S. Cyber Command to startup leadership, Cody breaks down how modern cyber threats work, what's hype versus reality in AI security, and why every business — large or small — needs a defense mindset...