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In this bold and thoughtful episode of BizBlend , host Sana speaks with Karen Ann Bulluck—former corporate executive turned novelist and leadership coach—about the untold ethical dilemmas faced by women in leadership. Karen’s fiction series mirrors her real-life pivot from boardroom to authorship, offering an honest look at how ambition, integrity, gender dynamics, and personal values collide at t...

In this thought-provoking episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Austin McMillan, founder of Flywheel Financial, to dive deep into people-first leadership. From cattle ranches to Wall Street to finance and landscape industry acquisitions, Austin shares how his diverse career has shaped his unique leadership approach. They unpack how tools like the Enneagram and Working Genius drive team al...

In this compelling episode of BizBlend , former Coca-Cola International President and leadership visionary Ahmet Bozer joins host Sana to explore his new book Soulgery . More than just a leadership guide, Soulgery is a practical and deeply personal framework to unlock human potential. Ahmet shares the four acts of growth—finding direction, aiming for impact, performing with excellence, and hacking...

In this powerful episode of BizBlend , host Sana speaks with Tracey Chambers, Co-founder and CEO of Grow ECD and Taking Care of Business. Tracey shares how she’s turning passion-led daycare centers in South Africa into sustainable, tech-enabled small businesses led by women. From shifting mindsets to building low-data digital tools, this conversation explores how blended finance, professional trai...

In this episode of BizBlend podcast, host Sana is joined by Sam Jump, founder of Powerhouses with Purpose , to explore a timely and crucial conversation—what does it really mean for women to lead from within? Sam draws from her 15+ years behind the scenes in leadership roles where burnout, self-betrayal, and over-functioning were the norm. Together, they unpack the deeper layers of visibility, emb...

In this empowering episode of BizBlend , host Sana speaks with Rosie Zilinskas, executive career coach and founder of No Woman Left Behind , about how talented women can overcome hidden career blockers and reclaim their power in male-dominated corporate structures. Drawing from her 30+ years in the Fortune 500 world, Rosie shares a practical roadmap for women to move from invisibility to leadershi...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana dives deep with Willy Kuhne, Vendor Operations Lead at Google Ads and founder of nortehaus , a boutique retreat space in Canada. From scaling systems to leading multicultural teams across time zones, Willy unpacks the truth behind sustainable high performance. He shares his framework for consistency rooted in standards, structure, and skill-sharpening—and re...

On this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with bestselling author and founder David Goldstein to unpack why 91% of businesses fail—and what the successful 9% do differently. David shares tactical, no-fluff strategies from his book The 9% Club , including his STEER framework and the importance of execution, revenue quality, and strategic focus. This is a grounded, real-talk episode for foun...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana explores the powerful intersection of strategy, intuition, and the quantum field with Taryn Voget, founder of The Genius Lab. Together, they unpack how top leaders and entrepreneurs tap into subconscious brilliance, make faster decisions, and innovate by trusting what’s already within. From decoding mental habits to creating space for inspiration, Taryn shar...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with global speaker, strategist, and author Lirone Glikman to uncover the underestimated power of authentic business relationships. Lirone shares how founders often miss the mark by prioritizing product over people, and why early relationship-building can be a game-changer. She unpacks her signature Human Factor Method , a six-pillar framework desi...

In this episode of BizBlend , Sana sits down with visionary entrepreneur Austin Holmes, co-founder of Publicity For Good and Signal Raptor , to unpack what it really takes to cast a clear and compelling vision for your company. From building a mission-first PR platform while living in a 23-foot Airstream to now leading a 60-member team, Austin shares battle-tested insights from both the Navy Speci...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Susan M Barber—executive coach, Fortune 500 leadership veteran, and bestselling author of The Visibility Factor . Together, they unpack the mindset and practical steps needed to go from being overlooked to becoming a leader who's seen, heard, and valued. Susan shares real-world strategies for building authentic visibility, overcoming imposter...

In this episode of BizBlend , we’re shifting gears with Moira Sheehan, founder of CARma AutoCare—a woman-led, family-owned auto repair business in Pooler, Georgia. With an MBA and a past life in corporate consulting, Moira turned her lifelong passion for cars into a mission-driven company that blends transparency, trust, and tech innovation. From confronting gender bias in the garage to integratin...

In this thought-provoking episode of BizBlend , host Avik sits down with healthcare executive, author, and leadership mentor Emily Erstad to explore a leadership dilemma that often goes unspoken—vulnerability vs. transparency. Are you oversharing or truly connecting? Are you being real or just seeking validation? Emily dives deep into emotional intelligence, how to communicate with intention, and...

In this thought-provoking episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with serial entrepreneur Tanner Haas—founder of Freedom Chat—to unpack the realities behind startup life, the illusion of speed, and the urgent need for data privacy. From living off protein powder and driving Uber to selling his company for millions, Tanner’s story is a raw, unfiltered look at the grind, the missteps, and what ha...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with leadership strategist and author Christopher Sprague to explore the foundations of inspirational leadership—what it really looks like, where it begins, and how to cultivate it in today’s results-obsessed corporate culture. Drawing from personal experience and data from over 400 interviews, Christopher unpacks why servant leadership outperforms...

In this eye-opening episode of BizBlend , we sit down with Travis Schachtner—author of Employment Ethics —to challenge long-standing beliefs about leadership, power, and the workplace. Travis lays out a bold redefinition: leadership isn’t top-down—it’s reciprocal. Together, we dissect why trust, mutual accountability, and professional respect matter more than performative company culture or “famil...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana dives into the future of organizational leadership with Matthew Person, the creator of the Square Management System. Together, they unpack how leaders can build high-trust, high-performance cultures through “constrained independence”—a framework that balances structure with autonomy. From startups to large enterprises, Matthew shares how companies can avoid...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Dr. Nona Djavid—entrepreneur, mindset mentor, and architect of the “One Week a Month” lifestyle. After burning out while running a thriving chiropractic practice, Dr. Nona made a bold decision: to challenge hustle culture and redefine productivity on her own terms. This conversation dives into how she built and exited multiple 7-figure busines...

In this episode of BizBlend , we dive into the bold strategies behind Europe's fastest-scaling campaigns with George Kourakos, Managing Director of AMG Media and Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur. From tech to health to gaming, George unpacks how his 360° agency scales businesses through events, influencer marketing, and precise market research. He shares how to filter vanity metrics, build ROI-focu...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana speaks with Kimberly Bolourtchi—lawyer turned speaker and strategist—on the power of strategic unruliness . From courtroom wins to Latin ballroom championships, Kimberly shares the moment her double life collided and why breaking invisible rules might be your greatest business asset. This episode is for leaders and founders who’ve checked all the boxes yet s...

In this eye-opening episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with leadership coach Nico Van de Venne to explore the hidden struggles behind powerful titles. From emotional isolation to resistance to change, Nico unpacks the realities of CEO Disease and Founder Syndrome —two often-ignored patterns that silently sabotage leaders and companies. Drawing from personal burnout, coaching experience, and...

What happens when your biggest failure becomes your breakthrough? In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with transformational leadership expert Robin Camarote to talk about navigating mid-career indecision, leadership missteps, and how to pivot with purpose. Robin opens up about the day half her team quit, the deep self-awareness that followed, and how she turned embarrassment into emp...

In this episode of BizBlend , host Sana speaks with Kelley Ridings, global career strategist and best-selling author of the School Jobs Mastery series. With over 30 years of international experience in education and leadership, Kelley shares how his signature “No problems, just wrong solutions” mindset reshaped his approach to hiring and leadership. From discussing the most common hiring mistake t...

What if inclusion wasn’t just the “right thing” to do but a smarter business move? In this episode of BizBlend , Sana sits down with Brooke Garren—neurodivergent entrepreneur, licensed clinical social worker, and founder of Uniquely You Behavioral Health and Affirming Minds Coaching & Consulting . Together, they unpack why inclusive companies don’t just feel better—they perform better. From re...