Boardsi Leadership Talks

On Boardsi Leadership Talks: 🔬 Meet Faizan, CEO of Inventify, who turned his father’s insulin struggles into a breakthrough quantum cooling technology—saving millions in wasted medicine and revolutionizing global logistics. In this episode of Board Leadership Talks, you’ll discover: ✅ How his defense R&D background shaped his entrepreneurial grit ✅ The portable fridge that cools for 100 hou...

🚀 Listen Alexandra Gonzalez, Founder of Savvy Marketers, reveal how she transformed her global marketing firm into a $4B powerhouse—using AI, neuroscience, and purpose-driven leadership. In this episode of Birdseye Leadership Talks, you’ll learn: ✅ How she turned a side hustle into a 97% client-retention business ✅ The AI breakthrough that predicted trends before ChatGPT existed ✅ Why she reje...

🚀 At 23, JJ Carter built a million-dollar PR firm from cold DMs—now he’s the secret weapon for CEOs landing features on Fox, ABC, and CBS. In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, the founder of Golden PR reveals: ✅ How to "borrow credibility" (and why 90% of executives do it wrong) ✅ The 2025 trust crisis (why people need 7 hours of content before trusting you) ✅ AI’s role in PR...

🎥 How two scrappy filmmakers went from dorm-room hustlers to Disney’s secret weapon—helping brands like Wasabi grow from  25M to 1B with video. In this episode, Emmy-winning co-founders Michael & Stephen reveal: ✅ The $1B video formula (90% of Wasabi’s sales touched their work!) ✅ Why CEOs who don’t storytell will FAIL (AI won’t save you) ✅ Turning anxiety into superpower (mental health x...

🔥 How does a 20-something go from losing his family gym in the pandemic to advising startups at Yale, speaking at the UN, and co-founding New Jersey’s premier cannabis dispensary? Meet Skye Blanks, COO of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) and founder of Primo Cannabis—a leader at the intersection of entrepreneurship, policy, and social impact. In this episode of Boards AI Leader...

💰 "Wall Street expertise, Main Street values" – Meet Kenneth Lako, CEO of Members Trust Company, the only trust firm owned by credit unions. In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, Ken reveals: - How his team handles the $74 trillion generational wealth transfer (and the risks no one’s talking about). - Why AI can’t replace human judgment in trust services (but how it’s transformin...

From watching soap operas to unlocking $1B in tech – meet Chaitra Vedullapalli, co-founder of Women in Cloud and a force in AI, cloud, and inclusive leadership! In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski dives deep into Chaitra's journey from electrical engineer to tech visionary, her work with Microsoft/Oracle, and how she’s reshaping boardrooms with diversity and AI....

In this eye-opening episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Drew Shockley, founder of Move Health and veteran of multiple health tech exits, to expose the invisible crisis keeping millions trapped in jobs they hate—and how savvy leaders can fix it. 🔑 Key Takeaways: - The Healthcare Trap: Why 50% of Americans can’t quit their jobs (even when they want to). - Boardr...

In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Emily Dinu, founder of Numinous Capital, who went from running an illegal garage bakery as a kid to investing in deep tech’s most audacious founders. 🔑 Key Takeaways: - Why 98% of AI Startups Are Doomed: “Most are just wrappers—real innovation changes reality. - The Boardroom Trap: How advisors exploit startups for L...

In this must-watch episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Dean Fealk —Wall Street Journal bestselling author, DLA Piper’s Northern California co-managing partner, and advisor on $30B+ in cross-border deals. 🔑 Key Takeaways: - Geopolitical Risk in Boardrooms: How to navigate trade wars, regulatory chaos, and AI disruption. - The Lawyer’s Rising Power: Why legal co...

In this powerhouse episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Phil Neil—serial entrepreneur, deep-tech investor, and M&A advisor who scaled a bootstrapped startup to $80M+ and lived to tell the tale. 🔑 Key Takeaways from the Episode:   Pivoting Can Save the Business When COVID hit, Phil’s team pivoted quickly — shifting from a reseller model to direct sourcing. T...

In this episode of AI Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Carey James, CEO and co-founder of Brand Alchemy, to uncover the power of personal branding in 2025. Discover why personal branding is no longer optional for executives and entrepreneurs, and how it can be the ultimate growth strategy to attract high-value opportunities, secure VC investments, and land 5-figure speaking gi...

In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, Martin Rowinski sits down with Ted Iverson, a seasoned expert in operational excellence and business transformation. With nearly four decades of experience, Ted shares how aligning strategy with purpose can transform organizations from good to great. What You’ll Learn: 🎯 The Role of Purpose: How purpose-driven cultures lead to high-performing workplace...

#Leadership_Podcast In this episode of Boardside Leadership Talks, Martin Rowinski sits down with Mike Dunlap, a serial entrepreneur and aerospace expert who turned  300 into 30M empire. From founding Net-Inspect LLC to leading multiple successful aerospace companies, Mike shares his journey, leadership insights, and the secrets behind his book, The Art of the Turnaround. Book link: The Art of the...

In this episode of Boardside Leadership Talks, Martin Rowinski sits down with Richard Yelland, founder of Curtis Birch Inc. and mastermind behind some of the most iconic brand campaigns in history. From Nike to Toyota, Richard shares how storytelling can transform brands into global movements. What You’ll Learn: 🎥 The Secret Sauce: How to turn a brand’s mission into a compelling story. 🌍 Impact...

Rafael Hurtado, the visionary behind global ventures like Tired Nomadic and Desert Shrimp Games, reveals how he transformed a Polish garage startup into an international powerhouse. In this episode, he shares: 🚀 Bootstrapping Secrets: How to scale without investors. 🌍 Global Expansion Hacks: Breaking into the US market from scratch. 💡 Risk-Taking Mindset: Why Polish entrepreneurs thrive against...

In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, Martin Rowinski sits down with Brent Muller—growth strategist and AI innovator—to uncover how businesses can break revenue barriers using data, AI, and scalable systems. Learn: 🔹 The 4-Pillar Framework for sustainable scaling (content, tech, video, omnichannel). 🔹 Why AI is the new currency for marketing, sales, and operations (and how to avoid "...

In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Amber Carlson, an expert in leadership development and workforce training. They explore key topics that every business leader needs to know, including: Customized Training vs. One-Size-Fits-All: Learn how personalized training methods align better with company culture and values. The Importance of Business Alignment i...

Welcome to the Season two Premiere of Boardsi Leadership Talks! Join Martin Rowinski, CEO of Boardsi, as he hosts Jay Patterson, founder of the Wolf Pack Leadership Academy and a business growth architect. With over a decade of experience, Jay shares game-changing leadership strategies, including his famous '99-1 System' that prioritizes focus and resilience. Learn how Jay transformed a...

Dive into the art of authentic leadership with Carly Pepin, a human behavior specialist and founder of West Coast Growth Advisors. In this insightful episode of Leadership Talks, Carly shares practical strategies to overcome mental roadblocks, discover your unique strengths, and align personal and professional goals. Learn how to cultivate a thriving mindset, scale with purpose, and unlock your le...

Join us in this insightful episode of the Leadership Talks Podcast as we dive deep with Kris Kluver, a dynamic speaker, and mentor, about achieving life on your terms. From redefining success and work-life integration to embracing intentionality and overcoming failures, Kris shares actionable advice for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving to live a fulfilled life. Explore powerful concepts...

Welcome to Leadership Talks, where we dive deep into leadership strategies and success stories with industry pioneers. In this episode, we host Katja Kempe, the visionary CEO and founder of Viveka, a trailblazer in human capital technology. Discover Keisha’s insights on: ✅ Staying ahead of industry trends. ✅ The pivotal moment of pivoting from B2C to B2B. ✅ Building a thriving global business w...

In this episode of Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski, CEO of Boardsi, sits down with Aaron “Captain” Littles, CEO of  Per Diem Therapy Xperts and a former Marine Corps captain. Aaron shares his journey from military leadership to transforming healthcare staffing, emphasizing discipline, innovation, and extreme ownership. Learn how his team is reshaping healthcare staffing with app-based solut...

Summary In this episode of Leadership Talks, Martin Ravinsky interviews Steve Reynolds, the Chief Strategy Officer at Embers and former CEO and founder of TripBam. Steve shares key lessons he has learned throughout his career in the travel and technology industries, including the importance of holding onto equity when raising capital and not going public until the company is ready. He also discuss...

Summary In this episode of Leadership Talks, Martin Rowinski interviews Darby Vannier, a seasoned operations leader with over two decades of experience. They discuss Darby's journey into leadership, the importance of making long-term decisions, and the concept of transformational leadership. Darby shares insights from his book, 'Indispensable Leader,' and explains the role of fracti...