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In this deeply authentic episode of the BizBlend podcast, host Sana sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Judd Shaw to explore what it truly means to lead with heart. Judd, who built a top law firm, a tech startup, a children’s media company, and now a thriving personal brand, shares his raw journey of external success, internal burnout, and eventual reinvention through vulnerability and empathy....

In this raw and powerful episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Glenn Beechy, also known as “Mr. Beechy, the Sword Guy,” to unpack his journey from an Amish upbringing to radical personal and financial freedom. Glenn opens up about carrying deep-rooted anger, surviving a devastating accident, overcoming addiction, and climbing out of $1 million in debt. This is not a story about hustle—it’...

In this sharp and compelling episode of BizBlend , host Sana dives into the real state of branding in 2025 with Remso Martinez—Veteran, Latino entrepreneur, and founder of Marketer on the Run LLC . From AI-generated content to influencer overload, Remso unpacks what branding truly means in a distracted, digital-first world. Together, they explore how companies can build brands that outlast trends,...

What happens when a global leadership consultant wakes up to the emptiness behind his success? In this deep and unfiltered conversation on BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Amitabh Singh Jolly, founder of Soul Code Leadership and creator of the M3 Model, to explore how burnout, solitude, and fatherhood led to a profound inner transformation. Amitabh opens up about his shift from external validat...

Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, a clinical psychologist and pioneer in mind-body healthcare. Together, they dive deep into the unspoken link between leadership performance and emotional health. From the psycho-spiritual roots of burnout to why unresolved childhood wounds often show up in boardrooms, this conversation e...

In this powerful BizBlend episode, sales acceleration expert Sean Shannon unpacks a common yet often overlooked issue in business: most companies think they know what their customers are buying—but they don’t. Sean, a seasoned sales leader with decades of experience leading sales teams at iHeart and Cumulus Media, joins Sana to explain why understanding the “job” customers hire your product for is...

In this episode of BizBlend , we dive deep with Téa Phillips, mechanical engineer and founder of ATS Innovations, to uncover how a simple but powerful observation of her grandmother’s arthritis led to the creation of Metaflex — a glove that is changing lives. From winning pitch competitions to facing FDA hurdles and funding challenges, Téa shares the raw truth of entrepreneurship. This isn’t just...

What happens when high-achieving founders are praised for their hustle but quietly falling apart inside? In this raw and unfiltered episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Dr. Shanea Clancy, a former forensic nurse turned mindset strategist, to unpack the silent epidemic of burnout among entrepreneurs. They dive deep into the psychological toll of performance-driven leadership, the cost of...

In this inspiring episode of BizBlend , we’re joined by Gina Cano — a tech executive, keynote speaker, first-generation college graduate, and author of Unapologetically You . Raised in a small Texas town with no role models in her industry, Gina shares how she built a thriving career in tech leadership without a roadmap. This conversation dives into the emotional and strategic layers of building a...

In this heartfelt episode of BizBlend , host Sana sits down with Annalisa Corti, Personal Efficiency Specialist and founder of BIGBusiness Academy. From international diplomacy to inner transformation, Annalisa shares how two life-altering breakdowns—one in a war zone and another in burnout—helped her align purpose, faith, and leadership. She opens up about her journey from atheist to mystic, and...

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...