Colorado Business Podcast
Colorado Business Podcast
The Colorado Business Podcast is a community-driven podcast focused on the business scene in Colorado. Hosted by business owners Andrew Hazzlee & Marcus Alvarado, each episode features a different guest sharing insights and advice on topics such as marketing, finance, leadership, and innovation. The podcast is highly regarded for its engaging content, skilled interviewing, and emphasis on building a strong community of business leaders and entrepreneurs.
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
#86 ~ Matthew Biera ~ Owner of Colorado Junk Removal 17.02.2021 30:43
A couple of months ago he decided to go all-in on becoming a business owner and started Colorado Junk Removal. Being in leadership roles in companies before he figured why not just start his own company and he did just that. What is it that drove him to take the leap and go full time doing this? Well, we discuss that in this episode of the COS Business Podcast. Help me welcome Matthew Biera to the...
#85 ~ Michelle Mras ~ Success Coach at Michelle Mras, Inc. 15.02.2021 43:58
A year after experiencing a traumatic brain injury that left her with major memory loss, she would be diagnosed with breast cancer. She couldn’t even recognize the people she loved and knew but still managed to lift herself up and fight through it. She would go on to be an international speaker and author who now teaches others how to live their best life. She guides people to realize to stop apol...
#84 ~ Robert Kittridge, Founder of Focus Point Solution 08.02.2021 58:17
One of the biggest realizations he had while being a leadership coach was that you can’t teach leadership. His answer to the question “Are leaders born or made?” is “Yes” He teaches individuals to find out who they are, and then operate in alignment with that design. Help me welcome Robert Kittridge to the show! Founder at Focus Point Solution, LLC
#83 ~ Jasper Axelrad ~ Founder of Tobala Cuisine 05.02.2021 44:00
She started her food industry business in the middle of a pandemic. That’s right and has it the ground running. It was actually after some frustration with a 3rd party delivery service she experienced that made her want to create this business. Funny enough she hasn’t even done any delivery like she thought she was going to be doing. She started getting really involved with the community and the a...
#82 ~ Ryan Van Ornum ~ Team Owner of Wolfpack Property Group 29.01.2021 43:38
He moved out to Colorado Springs about 5 years ago not knowing anyone but has used the power of networking to help grow his business and solidify his position here in Colorado Springs. He knew early on going into real estate that he needed to treat it like a business in order to have the freedom he wanted out of it and that he needed to delegate certain tasks and build a team. In this episode, we...
#81 ~ Gilbert Smith Jr ~ Founder of Colorado Victory MMA 25.01.2021 40:38
He was on a very popular reality TV show twice called “The Ulitmate Fighter” season 17 and 25. He is a blackbelt in Brazilian JuJitsu and owns an MMA gym with over 200+ members here in Colorado Springs. He is the epitome of hard work and dedication and even has it tattooed on him. He teaches martial arts to not only strengthen the body but also strengthen the mind. Help me welcome Gilbert Smith Jr...
#80 ~ Gene Gustafson ~ Owner of Prestige Photography 20.01.2021 30:49
What were you doing in 1971? Well, my next guest was in Thailand serving for the US Air Force had just begun getting into photography. He has been able to watch his industry completely change when the digital age hit and he was resistant to it at first but gave into it about 7 years ago and has fully embraced it since. He’s been able to take his mastery in photography and combine it with the newes...
#79 ~ Mel Austin ~ The Owner of Laughter 2 Success 18.01.2021 44:11
His ability to bring laughter, fun, and connection to the corporate arena is astonishing. He can solve real problems and bring true connection through his comedy business. He's new to the Colorado Springs area but is no stranger to comedy. The company he's been able to build around comedy is something I truly respect and am very excited about it. Learn how he's able to do that on tomorrow's episod...
#78 ~ Sparkle Lindsay ~ Owner of Sparkle the Light at the End of the Tunnel 15.01.2021 40:50
After struggling for years she was finally able to pull herself out of the depths of the dark hole of addiction and has found a calling in helping others do so as well. She realized that it was the support systems she developed that helped her through her journey and wants to provide that for others as well. Help me welcome the owner of "Sparkle The Light at the End of the Tunnel," Sparkle Lindsay...
#77 ~ Lisa Lavergne ~ Owner of Lisa Lavergne Coaching 11.01.2021 27:46
She realized that her life had become an accumulation of all the experiences she had throughout her life when pursuing a life of helping others. This had helped her realized how that has applied to her own true life purpose. WHICH IS HELPING OTHERS! Stay tuned for tomorrow's episode of the COS Business Podcast with guest Lisa Lavergne and learn how she might be able to provide value in your life a...
#76 ~ Michael Schoening ~ Owner of Design Consultant LLC 06.01.2021 1:22:02
After quitting his job and going full time with his own company he realized how vital it was to his health mentally and physically. He realized that he should be focusing on the things in life that matter the most & maximizing the peace he had on a day to day basis. This inspired him to want to help people 10x their peace instead of hustling all the time. He came on the show full of notes to e...
#75 ~ Adrian Bennett ~ Owner of Royal Dominion Entertainment 04.01.2021 38:01
Very recently he started his business, but he is no stranger to his industry. One of the first events he was ever responsible for was when he was 7 years old and his grandpa put him in charge of the catering for a Quinceañera. He grew up in the event planning industry and with the recent changes of the world, due to covid, it really pushed him to start his own event planning & media company. H...
#74 ~ Lauren Chessmore ~ Owner of Clarity for your Chaos 31.12.2020 32:26
She got her license revoked when she was 21 for having too many speeding tickets. This led her down a path that would eventually become an obsession with organizing. When it comes to organization it’s more than just the clutter you have in your home but the ability to declutter your mind as well. She likes to get to the root of the problem and work backward from there. Help me welcome Lauren Chess...
#73 ~ Josh Story ~ Owner of Level Up PDR 22.12.2020 39:03
He is someone who seeks to be the best at what he does and truly embodies his company’s namesake of leveling up. He understands that the world is full of abundance and just wants to provide the best quality for his customers. When he started his company he flew out to California to meet with someone who is one of the best in his field just to learn from him. Proving his dedication to his craft and...
#72 ~ Peter Lynch ~ The Unshakable Coach 10.12.2020 38:40
In today's episode, we have Peter Lynch, The Unshakable Coach. On a dark Alaskan night just a few years ago you could find him drinking himself to sleep and truly believing he was a failure. Today he has done a complete 360 with his life and is now a proud father of 2 and husband. Through the work of some coaching and mentors, he was able to break out of the stories he was telling himself an...
#71 ~ Thomas Waterman ~ Co founder of Purpose Pioneers 08.12.2020 46:26
In today’s episode, we have Thomas Waterman, co-founder of Purpose Pioneers. His business is empathy and he uses its potential to create more effective and purpose-driven environments in the workplace via his company Purpose Pioneers . He lays out some blueprints on how to effectively create work environments where everyone holds themselves accountable, in this episode. https://purposepioneers.com...
#70 ~ Robert Fehlen ~ Owner of Atmos Planning 07.12.2020 30:33
In today’s episode, we have Robert Fehlen, owner of Atmos Planning. He was running a financial advisory company that was basically a franchise and wanted to break out of it to serve business owners and real estate investors on a deeper level. Thus Atmos Planning was born. His new company has a mission to help turn visionaries into meaningful millionaires. He has big visions for this company and I...
#69 ~ Kent Felice ~ SmartBiz Solutions 04.12.2020 52:51
In today's episode, we have Kent Felice, owner of SmartBiz Solutions. Small business owners face the same challenges as Fortune 500 companies but without the same resources. Kent can give small business owners access to top-notch legal help & business advice/consultation for a fraction of what they would expect to pay. The mission. To help protect & empower families, individuals & smal...
#68 ~ Chad Hutto ~ Cowboy Comedian 03.12.2020 56:35
In today’s episode, we have on Chad Hutto, the Cowboy Comedian. His business is to make people laugh and to use comedy to make the world a better place. He recently moved to Colorado Springs but he is no stranger to these parts. This is his fourth time moving back here. to the show! He has a comedy show coming up soon on January 8th in Woodland Park, CO at the Historic Ute Inn! Help me welcome Cha...
#67 ~ Kevin Kimmell ~ Media Consultant at KevinKimmell.Design 02.12.2020 30:12
In today’s episode, we have Kevin Kimmell, Media Consultant at KevinKimmell. Design . Kevin focuses on web design and helping you create your brand image. He really wants to partner with businesses and essentially plug into your business as a creative director. Help me welcome Kevin Kimmell to the show!
#66 ~ Fred Hunt ~ Owner of Forthwith Security & Investigations 25.11.2020 46:01
In today's episode, we have Fred Hunt, Owner of Forthwith Security & Investigations. His company helps serve the people of Colorado Springs by providing investigation and protection. He tells a story of how he was able to rescue a child who was kidnapped and being abused by her captors. The kidnappers fled from Texas and the only lead he had was that they might be headed to Colorado. Learn mor...
#64 ~ Nohemy Montes ~ Mont Wealth Financial Advisors 21.11.2020 33:09
In today’s episode, we have Nohemy Montes, owner of Mont Wealth Financial Advisors. From being a lawyer to starting a financial advisory company 15 years ago in Pueblo. Nohemy is the epitome of someone who grew a business by providing massive value for free upfront. Find out how she did this in today’s episode of the COS Business Podcast.
#63 ~ Melany Shaw Jackson ~ Jackson Professional Services 20.11.2020 37:03
In today’s episode, we have Melany Shaw Jackson, owner of Jackson Professional Services. Melany shares her journey and how she got here in Colorado Springs with us and what her business is about and how she is able to help Christian businesses, churches, and ministries. We hope you enjoy today’s episode of the COS Business Podcast.
#62 ~ Rachel Richards ~ Bestselling Author & Real Estate Investor 19.11.2020 52:28
In today’s episode, we have Rachel Richards. Rachel is best known for her bestselling book “Money Honey” and has helped lots of people with the information inside it! She is also a real estate investor and has about 40 units. With everything she’s currently doing she pulls in around $15,000/month in passive income and retired last year at the young age of 27. This episode is packed full value and...
#61 ~ Alexander David McMath ~ McMath Solutions LLC 18.11.2020 32:47
In today's episode, we have Alexander David McMath , owner of McMath Solutions LLC. We discuss the McMath Solutions LLC approach to solving business problems!
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