Entrepreneurship Lab

Why do so many businesses invest heavily in lead generation only to see opportunities disappear before they become customers? In this episode, I sit down with Jason Kramer, founder of Cultivize, to uncover the hidden reasons sales funnels leak revenue and what business owners can do to fix them. Jason shares his process-first approach to growth, explaining why technology alone won't solve your...

What happens when a corporate layoff becomes the catalyst for financial freedom? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with LaKiesha, Yale MBA, former aerospace executive, and founder of Profitable Trader's Academy. After being laid off from her senior leadership role, LaKiesha didn't panic—because she had already built a powerful income-generating skill through trading. She shares h...

What separates great networkers from everyone else? It’s not having the biggest contact list—it’s knowing how to build genuine relationships, communicate effectively, and create lasting connections. In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , I sit down with Robert Kennedy III, communication expert, speaker, and storyteller, to explore the art and science of successful networking. Robert shares prac...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , I sit down with Arjun Vora and Tito Goldstein to explore how AI is reshaping the future of hourly work. After leading product for Uber’s driver app and speaking with thousands of drivers, Arjun realized that millions of hourly workers—from nurses and factory workers to event staff—were being overlooked by modern technology. That insight led to the creation...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, we sit down with Mireille Toulekima — PhD biochemist, former biotech executive, and founder & CEO of VGAM — to explore the powerful intersection of science, health, and entrepreneurship. Known as the pioneer of Skin Science 3.0, Mireille is redefining how we think about skin: not just as a surface, but as a living system deeply connected to hormones, st...

What if success in the AI era isn’t about working harder—but thinking differently? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , Silicon Valley innovator and AI pioneer Kevin Surace returns to unpack how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the way businesses are built, scaled, and led in 2025. From his early work influencing technologies like Siri and Alexa to his latest insights in The...

What if the real key to solving climate change isn’t innovation—but execution at scale? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , I sit down with Owen, a climate entrepreneur and founder of Shine, a company reinventing how multifamily properties generate revenue through solar energy. With nearly $100 million deployed across real estate and technology, Owen operates at the intersection of finance a...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , I sit down with Erik Dodier—lifelong entrepreneur, former CEO, and EOS Implementer—whose journey proves that true success isn’t built overnight, but over a lifetime of intentional decisions. From co-founding PixelMEDIA at just 24 and scaling it into a global Salesforce commerce leader (later rebranded as RafterOne), to leading a team of over 500 people and...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , we sit down with Kevin Downey—recruitment leader, entrepreneur, and master of building scalable growth systems. From his early days in the golf industry, working with brands like Slazenger Golf and Callaway Golf Company, to leading a multi-million dollar executive office project, Kevin’s journey is rooted in relentless execution and an entrepreneurial mind...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with Dima Zelikman, co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Unbound Merino, the premium apparel brand redefining minimalist, high-performance clothing for modern travelers. Dima shares how a single product launched through a successful crowdfunding campaign evolved into an eight-figure global brand generating more than $40 million in sales. We...

What if you could turn your professional expertise into a high-profit, low-maintenance education business that runs 24/7, 365 days a year? Today’s guest, Justin Allan Montgomery, did just that—starting and scaling an 8-figure course business and now he is helping others do the same through ProCourseStart. He’s here to bust myths, share frameworks, and challenge the “just build a funnel” crowd. Jus...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with Emeric Ernoult, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Agorapulse, a social media management platform he grew to $20M in revenue—100% bootstrapped. Under Emeric’s leadership, Agorapulse has risen to the very top of the industry, earning #1 rankings across the world’s most trusted software review platforms, including G2, GetApp, Capterra, Appviz...

What if your business is growing—but your bank account isn’t? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with Ben Hansen, a 5-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur and founder of an 8-figure staffing firm, to uncover why so many successful companies still struggle with profit. Ben built and led teams of over 100 employees, scaled multiple high-growth businesses, and now helps CEOs fix what he calls...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I’m joined by Patrick Engasser—bestselling author, business coach, and motivational speaker whose story redefines what’s possible. Blind since birth, Patrick built an extraordinary career in corporate sales, rising to the top of a Fortune 500 insurance company as a leading sales producer and award-winning district manager. He went on to build and lead a sev...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , we’re joined by Barrie Cohen , founder of BC Public Relations , a boutique PR agency dedicated to helping women entrepreneurs elevate their visibility, credibility, and influence through strategic public relations. Barrie is a powerful advocate for women in business and has supported countless female-led brands across healthcare, finance, wellness, and the...

What does it really take to shift from employee thinking to an ownership mindset? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , I sit down with Cliff Nonnenmacher , a former Morgan Stanley investment banker turned franchise expert with over 25 years of experience building, operating, and scaling businesses across multiple industries. Cliff shares how mindset—not capital or credentials—is the true diff...

What if the key to sustainable success wasn’t more hustle—but deeper alignment? In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with Michael Coxen—entrepreneur, mindfulness coach, podcast host, and Broker-Owner of Magenta Real Estate in Las Vegas. With over $150 million in real estate sales, Michael has built high-performing businesses while challenging the traditional grind culture that domin...

In this powerful episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, we sit down with sisters Andi Shaughnessy and Danielle Carter—two remarkable women who turned unimaginable loss into an extraordinary legacy. With no business background and every reason to walk away, they instead stepped up to take over their family business, navigating grief, steep learning curves, and overwhelming odds. What followed was nothing...

In this eye-opening episode of Entrepreneurship Lab , we sit down with Thomas Smith , one of the beauty industry’s most influential insiders. With over 30 years of experience shaping the world’s most iconic brands—from launching the first Sephora stores in the U.S. to building global skincare strategies for LVMH, Unilever, Guthy-Renker, and more—Thomas brings unparalleled insight into what really...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, we welcome back Doug Lynam—a former Marine and Benedictine monk who has transformed his life’s journey into groundbreaking financial wisdom. After a very interesting episode, we had to invite him for a second interview to dig deeper into healing your financial mindset. Doug is the bestselling author of From Monk to Money Manager and is now preparing to rele...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, Dr. Darryl Stickel—recognized globally as one of the foremost experts on trust—reveals how authentic leadership begins with vulnerability, empathy, and connection. Drawing from his groundbreaking trust model and experience with top institutions like Harvard and McKinsey, Darryl explains how “leading with imperfections” can transform workplace culture, stren...

In this episode of the Entrepreneurship Lab Podcast, host Nevena Bazalac sits down with Corey Morris, founder and CEO of Voltage, a leading digital agency helping brands grow through data-driven marketing and powerful web strategies. With nearly two decades of experience and recognition as the KCDMA 2019 Marketer of the Year, Corey shares his insights on how businesses can create measurable succes...

In this episode, I sit down with Nic Breedlove , visionary entrepreneur and CEO of NVB Playgrounds , a company reshaping how communities experience play. With over a decade in the playground industry, Nic has transformed schools, parks, and organizations by designing safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces that bring people together. We explore Nic’s entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of innovat...

What if the future of entrepreneurship wasn’t just about growth, but about ownership, equity, and shared prosperity? In this powerful episode of the Entrepreneurship Lab Podcast , I sit down with Alfredo Mathew III , Founder and CEO of SPCC.1 and co-founder of ESO Ventures. With over 25 years at the intersection of education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship, Alfredo has dedicated his c...

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, we welcome a truly unique guest: Doug Lynam—a former Marine and Benedictine monk who has transformed his life’s journey into groundbreaking financial wisdom. From the discipline of military service to the stillness of monastic life, Doug ultimately found his calling in wealth management, blending money, spirituality, and personal growth in a way few ever ha...