Office Hours with David Meltzer

Carolyn Haeler, Founder and CEO of Mightylicious Gluten Free, shares how a celiac disease diagnosis inspired her to leave a successful career at JP Morgan and build a premium gluten-free food brand. She discusses creating better-tasting gluten-free products, growing Mightylicious into a nationally distributed company, raising $5 million in just 48 hours through Republic crowdfunding, and the lesso...

In today’s episode, I speak with Bart Berkey and Debra Russell about presence, human connection, and overcoming overwhelm. Bart explains why being where your feet are allows others to feel genuinely welcomed, cared for, valued, and seen. We discuss clearing distractions, taking action, and doing what most people avoid because meaningful connection requires conscious effort. Debra shares a practica...

In today’s episode, Nic Glazer and I break down how preparation kept an unpredictable trip to New York from becoming a complete disaster. I share why I keep duplicate chargers, toiletries, snacks, tea, and travel essentials permanently packed, along with how I choose airports, flights, drivers, and schedules around every possible outcome. When weather turned a five-hour flight into an 11-hour orde...

In today’s episode, I sit down with PGA coach Virgil Herring to discuss how technology is making golf more accessible, efficient, and enjoyable for players at every level. We explore how simulators reduce cost, time, and embarrassment for beginners while creating new opportunities for instructors and business relationships. Virgil explains how precise data helps professionals replace uncertainty w...

In this episode, David explores resilience, leadership, personal transformation, and the power of turning difficult experiences into meaningful change with three inspiring entrepreneurs and leaders. Alex da Silva, Founder of Silva Cosmetics, shares how a life-changing spinal condition and his son’s struggle with severe eczema inspired him to create a natural skincare brand. After developing Sano,...

In this episode, David explores the future of technology, money, culture, and human connection with three entrepreneurs and experts challenging traditional ways of thinking. Kishore Lulla, Founder and Executive Chairman of Eros Innovation, is a pioneer in bringing Indian cinema to global audiences. Today, he focuses on Sovereign AI and Cultural Intelligence through Eros Innovation and Eros GenAI,...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Brian Sher to discuss the hidden pressures of working behind the scenes in sports and entertainment. We share why glamorous events often involve intense responsibility, constant problem solving, and hundreds of moving parts that audiences never see. Brian explains the challenges of managing artists, protecting fan experiences, and staying composed when talent cr...

In this episode, David explores leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship with three experienced business leaders who have built, adapted, and executed across different industries. David J. Long, President of David J. Long Coaching and Vice President of Schumacher Automotive, brings more than 40 years of automotive experience. A nationally recognized executive, coach, speaker, and author, David...

In this episode, David explores the power of ideas, resilience, and taking bold action with three entrepreneurs who are building businesses designed to create lasting impact. Chandler Bolt, CEO of SelfPublishing.com, is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and bestselling author of seven books, including Published. Through SelfPublishing.com, his books, and YouTube channels, he has helped more than 8,000...

In today’s episode, I speak with Jimmy St. Louis, Stefani Havel, and Eric Cornelius about longevity, sales, and cybersecurity. Jimmy explains how peptides work, recent progress surrounding safe compounding, and why health span matters more than simply extending lifespan. Stefani shares four sales archetypes and explains how understanding different communication and decision-making styles can impro...

In today’s episode, I speak with Alicia Lyttle, Angelique Rewers, and Heather Holmes about using technology, leadership, and consistency to create sustainable growth. Alicia explains how AI can help entrepreneurs reduce burnout, increase productivity, and strengthen the skills employers value. Angelique shares why leadership, problem solving, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking should be taug...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down how we planned a highly productive trip to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show. We discuss using time zones strategically, protecting nonnegotiables, and preparing every controllable detail, from airport parking and meals to transportation, event access, and content capture. I explain why ambitious schedules require reli...

In today’s episode, I sit down with golf coach Virgil Herring and Punta Mita executive Carl Emberson to discuss how golf, luxury hospitality, and intentional community create meaningful opportunities. Carl shares what makes Punta Mita unique, from its championship courses and distinctive beach clubs to the warmth of its people and the relationships built across generations. We explore golf as a po...

In this episode, we explore how resilience, identity, and purpose can help us navigate adversity and create meaningful success. Ryan Beckmann, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and founder of HeroPicks and The Last Save, shares lessons from his journey through addiction, trauma, and recovery. He discusses mental health, faith, leadership, and the power of service and community to turn personal challen...

In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I sit down with Marshall Davis Jones to talk about awareness, presence, and the power of showing up. Marshall explains how language shapes our internal direction, emotional state, and connection with others, while sharing why physical proximity creates an energy that virtual communication cannot fully replace. He also delivers a powerful spoken-word performance c...

In this episode, we explore leadership, innovation, and turning bold ideas into real impact. Dan Albaum, Co-Founder of Market Impact and author of The Giving Edge, shares how servant leadership, generosity, and strong relationships can create a lasting advantage in business. He also discusses building stronger teams and healthier workplace cultures. Josh Hoffman and Jordan Eubanks, Co-Founders of...

In this episode, we explore how mindset, courage, and intentional action can transform your life, from building financial freedom to creating deeper connections and living with greater purpose. Lina Moynha, CEO of Property Elevate, shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a culturally conservative environment and relying on government benefits to building a successful property education bus...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Omar Sarieddine, co-founder of Ticmint, a live events platform built to give creators direct ownership of their communities and audiences. Omar shares how a passion project in Abu Dhabi shaped his understanding of culture, belonging, and genuine human connection. We discuss why in-person experiences remain essential in an increasingly digital world, how sports a...

In today’s episode, I sit down with three leaders bringing clarity, compassion, and possibility to their industries. Dr. Jeremy Levin explains the growing distrust surrounding biotechnology, the hidden forces driving medicine costs, and how patient-centered incentives can restore confidence. John Polo shares how grief forced him to confront his inner dialogue and why awareness, respect, and kindne...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down the planning behind a highly productive 36 hours of cross-country travel. We discuss choosing flights based on timing and reliability, preparing hotel access before arrival, and building sleep, nutrition, exercise, meetings, and family time into the calendar. Nic explains the difference between looking at your schedule and truly studying...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tricia McCaffrey and Virgil Herring to discuss how luxury mountain living can create lasting value through family, connection, and presence. Tricia shares the vision behind Finale Breckenridge, the community’s final master-planned development, including limited residences, mountain homesites, and its first five-star hotel. We talk about what makes Breckenridge a...

This episode explores resilience, entrepreneurial freedom, and redefining success through the stories of three remarkable leaders who have transformed adversity into purpose. Colin Owensby, an ultra-endurance athlete and resilience advocate, shares his journey of overcoming a near-fatal accident, profound loss, and personal challenges. He introduces his Map of Resilience, a 25-year framework built...

In this episode, we explore how entrepreneurs are turning sustainability into scalable innovation and creating products that challenge the way everyday goods are made. Phil Cohen, co-founder of CRUSH! and Simplifyber, shares how advanced materials and liquid fiber molding technology can transform natural cellulose fibers into high-performance, biodegradable alternatives to plastics and synthetic m...

In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I discuss how authenticity, consistency, and genuine audience engagement create opportunities across industries. Brian shares how he worked his way from the William Morris mailroom to representing writers, actors, musicians, and entrepreneurs while building a career around identifying crossover potential. We explore why follower counts mean little without trust,...

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence, human behavior, and healthcare innovation are reshaping the way we understand data, decision-making, and modern wellness. David L. Donoho, Ph. D., the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor in the Humanities and Sciences and Professor of Statistics at Stanford University, shares insights into the often-overlooked role universities and open-sou...