Electrifying Growth

Stuart McWhorter is the Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) and an expert in entrepreneurship, corporate finance, private investing, and public service. Throughout his career, Stuart has impacted countless facets of economic growth, from spearheading nearly 160 projects that have generated over 21,700 job commitments and driven nearly $11 billion...

Nick Manolis is the CEO and a board member at GAN Integrity, a pioneering software company dedicated to helping compliance teams manage evolving risks and stay ahead of regulatory challenges. Nick's dynamic leadership has driven explosive growth and profitability at GAN Integrity, making him a formidable figure in the compliance software industry. With a career spanning from his early days at Delo...

Charles Gillespie is the charismatic CEO and co-founder of Gambling.com Group. With a wealth of experience in the online gaming and gambling industry, Charles is a visionary leader who has navigated his company through significant milestones, including taking it public in 2021. Known for his expertise in performance marketing and fostering robust industry relationships, Charles brings an impressiv...

"Prioritization and trust in your operators are pivotal for any CEO at a later stage, as they enable you to focus on the strategic tasks that really move the needle for your company." - Dee Choubey Dee Choubey, CEO and Co-founder of MoneyLion, has an unwavering commitment to leveraging tech for financial empowerment. With over a decade of experience in investment banking and an unwavering commitme...

In the bustling arena of growth equity and technological innovation, it takes a visionary leader to navigate the tumultuous tides of the govtech market. Enter Steve Raucher , the co-founder and CEO of Rapid Deploy, the trailblazing company reshaping the public safety landscape with its cloud-native software solutions. Steve is this episode's guest on Electrifying Growth with host Chris Sugden.  St...

Julie Moore is the Director of YSC Consulting, a leadership strategy firm that is now part of Accenture. YSC has partnered with 45% of the FTSE 100 and works with private equity firms all over the world. As an executive coach, Julie's role is much like a family therapist for executive teams, helping companies add the value of more effective leadership among their C-suite and senior executive teams...

Michael Weisz is the CEO and Co-Founder of Yieldstreet , a groundbreaking private market investing platform. The platform has over 450,000 members and a staggering $4B+ invested as October of last year. Michael is not only at the helm of this financial powerhouse, but is also the driving force behind its meteoric rise.  On this episode of Electrifying Growth, Michael sits down with host Chris Sudg...

Megan Glover is the Co-Founder and CEO at 120Water where, under her leadership, the company has thrived in delivering innovative technologies and comprehensive programs that streamline water testing processes, maintain water quality, and more. Megan's commitment has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of 120Water, driving it to the forefront of the industry. In this episode, Megan talks to...

Dave Baxter is the CEO of Solutions by Text (SBT), which provides customer engagement solutions through its text messaging platform. Dave is dedicated to finding innovative communication solutions and under his leadership, SBT has gained recognition for its commitment to unlocking the power of text messaging. In this episode, Dave talks with host, Edison Partner's Chris Sugden about how SBT's inte...

Jack Hooper is the Founder & CEO of Take Command Health which provides small businesses and individuals with health insurance solutions through its platform. Jack is dedicated to finding innovative solutions to the insurance challenges in the healthcare industry and under his leadership, Take Command Health has gained recognition for its commitment to empowering consumers to navigate the complex h...

Mark Brosso is the Founder & CEO of PurpleLab, LLC, a healthtech company focused on driving decisive action based on precise insights from real-world data. With a deep passion for innovation and a track record of success, Mark leads PurpleLab with strategic foresight and unwavering determination. His expertise spans from groundbreaking product development to effective business strategies, allowing...

A. J. Loiacono is a visionary CEO of Capital RX , a company that has revolutionized the management and administration of prescription benefit plans in the healthcare industry. With a background in software development related to the pharmacy supply chain, A. J. has utilized his expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to create innovative solutions aimed at making healthcare more affordable and access...

Steve Cornwell is the visionary CEO at Northpass . With a wealth of experience in the technology and e-learning industries, Steve has been at the forefront of driving innovation and transformation through scaling customer training and education. As the head of Northpass, a leading learning management system platform, Steve has been instrumental in revolutionizing the way organizations train and de...

Amanda Eisel is a dynamic leader serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Zelis , a prominent healthcare technology and services company. With her exceptional business acumen and extensive industry experience, she drives the strategic vision and oversees the company's operations, fostering innovation and growth.   In this special episode of Electrifying Growth, Amanda and Chris sit down in a fire...

Greg Lettieri , is revolutionizing the waste management and recycling industry for a more sustainable and efficient future. As Co-Founder and CEO of Recycle Track Systems (RTS) , he has leveraged technology, data-driven solutions, and his extensive knowledge to turn the company into a leader in waste management across the United States and Canada. Boasting top-tier clients like New York Mets stadi...

Melanie Stricklan is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. She served the United States Air Force for 21 years, during which she logged over 1500 flight hours on board, commanded experimental spacecraft missions, and led the development of space control technologies through the Department of Defense. Today, she is the CEO and Co-Founder of Slingshot Aerospace and was recently appointed to the...

From sleeping under her desk as a young investment banker to becoming the CEO of Comply (formerly ComplySci),  Amy Kadomatsu  knows a thing or two about the importance of grit.  In this episode, she shares her journey and the lessons she's learned along the way. Amy gives advice on mentorship, navigating the world of private equity, and leveraging the abilities of your board and executive leadersh...

It's not every day that multimillion-dollar companies are born out of a family-run small business. But that's exactly what Stephen Faust has done. The CEO of Dash Solutions (formerly Prepaid Technologies), joined Electrifying Growth to reveal his lessons learned from more than 20 years in the payments industry, recent funding from Edison Partners, and drastic brand evolution. You'll also learn whi...

We all need that extra kick to get us through the low points in life. This starts with knowing the in's and out's of pride, poise, and the importance of a team. Colonel Greg Gadson shares in this episode of Electrifying Growth, his life-changing experiences and how pride, poise, and teamwork are the components to success. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and listening to others to grow....

We're at a breaking point in culture building and leadership.   A few weeks ago, the Edison Partners team met with Steve Schloss , Founder and Principal at ListenForward , at West Point for a CEO summit. He revealed most company cultures drive employees out because they're not willing to shift and bend with changes in their workforce.   In this episode of Electrifying Growth, you'll learn from Ste...

Does this sound familiar? You've been told to work harder and longer, but it's not getting you the success, trust, and control you crave. If this resonates, this episode is for you. Join Rita Gurevich and our host, Chris Sugden, to learn how to grow trust and success within your role. "If I reacted to every external factor that can potentially hinder me, I would not be where I am today." - Rita Gu...

Perhaps no one knows about financial inclusion more than John Hope Bryant. Up from nothing , his story will leave you wanting more. Don't skip this episode with John Hope Bryant , entrepreneur, philanthropist, and thought leader on leadership, financial literacy, and economic empowerment. His latest book, Up from Nothing: The Untold Story of How We (All) Succeed has received rave reviews. You'll a...

Serial entrepreneur and CEO of Budderfly , a former Edison Partners portfolio company, Al Subbloie joins Electrifying Growth to discuss what it takes for entrepreneurs and CEOs to lead winning companies in 2022. In this episode, you'll learn 3 things you need to do well as a leader in order to succeed this year, and beyond.

Do it, but have boundaries. This is the key Amanda Eisel , CEO of Zelis , has discovered when it comes to balancing work, life, and everything in between. As a successful business leader and a mom of three, she's had to make tough choices and face her fears, but this mantra has kept her grounded. In this episode, Amanda shares how she balances all the roles she plays, the importance of coaches and...

Flint Lane loves giving his board homework. Seem bold? Maybe it is–but it's good leadership. Flint is the founder and CEO of Billtrust - a B2B order-to-cash payment software. He has been with the company for over 20 years. Under his guidance, Billtrust has gone public, maintained a 98% customer satisfaction rate, and been named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for 10 years running. How...