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Manufacturers and distributors today are under pressure from every direction — outdated legacy systems, disconnected sales and marketing teams, rising customer expectations, and competitors who are moving faster online. Many are investing in eCommerce but struggling to see real ROI, operational clarity, or sustainable momentum. Ethan Giffin, Founder and CEO of Groove Commerce, helps manufacturers...

Dave Gulas transitioned from a successful, twenty-year executive career in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to co-founding EZDC 3PL , a Kentucky-based third-party logistics firm specializing in reliable warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation for manufacturers and e-commerce companies. Driven by a commitment to personalized service and quick response times, EZDC 3PL focuses on provid...

If you recall our previous guest from Episode 123, Nick Jain, who was the CEO of IdeaScale, he has now sold the company and started a new venture and I've invited him back on to talk about it, which is Eagle Rock CFO Services. Nick is the co-founder of Eagle Rock CFO Services, helping small businesses get elite financial advice without the Fortune 500 price tag. He trained as a mathematician a...

Here's a recap episode of one of our previous guests: Mark Herscheberg. Mark is the author of the book, he Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You and creator of the Brain Bump app, which is a platform that helps you retain what you read and hear. Writers, podcasters, speakers, and other content creators have provided the tips and other highlights from their content. It...

Recognized as the media’s go-to cybersecurity expert and creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™, Robert Siciliano is a private investigator, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and the CEO of Protect Now, LLC. As one of the nation’s most trusted voices on cybercrime and identity theft, he has built an unparalleled media track record, appearing on over 500 television shows, contributing to ove...

In this episode, we sit down with Liana Zavo — a global PR powerhouse, personal branding expert, and founder of ZavoMedia PR Group. Liana has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs, startups, and leaders amplify their voice, build unshakable credibility, and craft compelling narratives that resonate in a crowded digital world. She’s a member of the Forbes Business Council, a featured thought le...

In this age of AI, a lot of large enterprises need ways to continue operating and they need fast solutions. Larissa Schneider is someone willing to showcase it. Larissa is the Co-Founder and COO of Unframe.ai which is an enterprise-focused AI platform and managed AI delivery company that helps large organizations build and deploy tailored, production-ready AI solutions quickly and securely — often...

Prediction markets turn uncertainty into probabilities. By aggregating thousands of independent signals—data, behavior, and human judgment—these markets have repeatedly shown higher accuracy than polls and expert forecasts, especially in complex or rapidly changing environments. In this episode, Michael Ulin delves deeper into how his company is making a big impact in this space. Michael is the Co...

Matt Dorman is the Co-Founder and President of Ndevr, a digital infrastructure partner helping manufacturing companies modernize outdated websites and CMS platforms to support business growth, product marketing, and operational efficiency. With 30 years of experience, Matt has built enterprise-grade platforms for brands like Time Inc., Johnson & Johnson, and Fox News. He specializes in bridgin...

David Homan connects people.  His primary skill in life is learning about people, helping them reframe and pitch themselves better, and then creating long-lasting relationships based on the premise that for everyone for whom he connects the dots, they would be described as an action oriented, natural giver with high integrity.  His book,  Orchestrating Connection , published in 2025 is a USA Best-...

DriverAI is redefining the future of brick-and-mortar retail through AI-powered in-store behavior analytics. Founded by Cary Tantlinger , DriverAI helps retailers understand how customers actually shop —from the moment they enter the store to the moment they check out. Using advanced computer vision, machine learning, and sensor intelligence, DriverAI delivers real-time insights on foot traffic, p...

After decades spent as a General Contractor, Brent Lindstrom put together a 10 year plan that helped him reposition himself into the uncertain artistic world of being an independent writer and filmmaker. With a strong background in finance, he was able to use those ten years to go from earning $45k a year to learning how to become a master storyteller and become financially stable enough to focus...

Everywhere you go these days, whether it is a party or a business event, the one thing they serve is alcohol which makes the social scene pretty uncomfortable for those who don't want to get drunk. Michelle Houston is someone looking to change that. Michelle is the the Founder & Visionary of To Be Honest Beverage Co., where she’s creating mindful, sophisticated moments in drinking culture...

For those who love to drink wine but having difficulty understanding the different types available, Jeff Gillis is someone who is the ultimate wine experr who can help educate you and is building a platform that can help people become wine enthusiasts as himself. Jeff, who began his career in the hospitality industry, is the founder of Winelikes which is the ultimate app for wine enthusiasts of al...

In 2013, Regnault Sanders was taking college classes and working part-time. Juggling both was exhausting and made him realize that school is like a full-time job. Well, if school is like working a full-time job, then why not get paid for it? This insight sparked an idea that led to a revolutionary product. Regnault founded Schoolconomy in 2022.  Schoolconomy is an education technology company that...

In this episode, Wes Towers joins the show to share how real marketing wins happen far away from lecture halls—and deep in the trenches of running a business. Wes has spent over 20 years building Uplift 360 , helping builders and trades transform their websites and SEO into engines for real, qualified work. No fluff. No jargon. Just proven strategies that deliver results you can see on the calenda...

Daniel Scalisi is the Chief Growth Officer at Wendi and Managing Partner at Luminal, where he specializes in helping private, venture-backed, and institutional startups scale from 0→1 to sustainable growth. Known for turning chaos into clarity, Daniel drives rapid SaaS and AI adoption by spotting early patterns and applying visionary leadership to unlock transformation. As both an architect and op...

For those of you in the technology sector, there has been a growth for Managed Service Prodivers (MSPs). From predictable costs and 24/7 monitoring to stronger security, scalability, and disaster recovery, MSPs help companies focus on growth instead of IT headaches. James Elliman is looking to help service the IT sector. James Elliman is the founder of Elliman Technologies LLC, a Managed IT Servic...

Finding the right talent for a massive company like a private equity firm can be tough. Justin Dixon is here to help you. Justin is the Founder Of Hire Tomorrow, dedicated himself to assisting Private Equity firms and Startups in finding the Right Talent to drive their success. Our focus extends across C-level roles, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technology, ensuring a comprehensive approach to f...

Allen Halas is a music writer, radio host, and podcaster based in Milwaukee, WI. He currently contributes to OnMilwaukee , the city’s largest digital media outlet, and hosts Love Local Radio each week on FM 102/1. He is also the founder of Breaking And Entering , a music website dedicated to showcasing Milwaukee’s independent music scene. Since 2014, the site has featured daily content highlightin...

As cryptocurrency becomes more widely adopted and additional real-world assets become tokenized, Shawn Owen's mission with his new venture, SALT Lending, is to offer solutions that make it possible for people to securely hold and borrow against their cryptoassets. Shawn is looking to be a big player of the future of cryptocurrency where he's looking to help people with holding their crypto safely...

Randall Vaughn, based out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a man on a mission. He's someone looking to change the world of the how flags are created and designed. Randall is the founder of the Nite Flite Flag Company where it manufactures LED illuminated, FULLY interchangeable (multi-licensing pending) flags that ALWAYS Waves, NEVER Sags and REALLY Lights UP the NIGHT! Instead of trying to waste electr...

With the aging population rapidly expanding, more health ailments are about to pop up. Having issues with moving your hands, keeping them steady is something everyone will soon experience as they age. Tea Phillips is looking to help solve that crisis.  Tea is the founder of the Metaflex Glove, the first compression glove to make your hands stronger and more flexible. Unlike any other compression g...

If you're someone who really wants to grow in their business through sheer marketing, Jorge Olson is your guy. Jorge Olson is an expert on branding and marketing strategy. He's written five books, taken five companies public, raised over $100 million in funding, and launched over 1,000 beverages and consumer goods. His latest book, Marketing Karma, is out now. Jorge is someone who really b...

In our screen-dependent world, our risk for eye-related problems including mypoia are on the rise and Dr. Roger Wu is trying to revolutionize the way where eye issues are treated. Dr. Roger Wu is a board-certified optometrist who has spent more than two decades helping people see the world more clearly. When smartphones and constant screen time became the norm, Dr. Wu noticed a new wave of complai...