EO 360°: A podcast by the Entrepreneurs' Organization

Jeff De Cagna is an association contrarian, foresight practitioner, futurist, and keynote speaker. He's the executive advisor for Foresight First LLC, a governing orientation that "prioritizes the future and challenges association and non-profit boards to question their orthodox beliefs." As of August 26, 2025, ChatGPT, a popular generative AI-chatbot, has been out for 1000 days. In those 1000 day...

Conrad Anker is a world-famous author, rock climber, and mountaineer. Conrad was the team leader for The North Face climbing team for 26 years until 2018. Conrad has traveled all over the world and has faced some of the harshest conditions the planet has to offer. He climbed Mount Everest in 1999 as part of a search team, tasked with finding the body of George Mallory, who famously participated in...

Matt Bromley is a world-renowned big wave surfer and global speaker. Having traveled the world taking on some of the harshest waves the ocean has to offer, Matt shares his experiences to empower people to ride their "big waves." Listen in as Matt and Dave catch up from their last episode in 2020. From being featured in the documentary "Ground Swell: The Other Side of Fear" to a near-death experien...

Jeremy Poincenot is a highly accomplished keynote speaker and blind golf champion. After losing his eyesight at only 19 years old, Jeremy found his path limited and full of new challenges. However, Jeremy has demonstrated that through drive and determination, individuals can overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges and achieve great success. With three World Championships and nine National Cha...

Dot Stein is known as the "rock n' roll masseuse." She has tended to numerous well-known musical performers for nearly thirty years. Her client list includes notable acts such as The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Frank Zappa, Katy Perry, Eminem, and David Bowie. As her career grew, so did her company, Dr. Dot Therapy, which now employs over 900 people. Through Dr. Dot Therapy, they offer a myriad...

Shermin Kruse returns to the podcast today to discuss tips and tricks for public speaking. Shermin is a renowned negotiation consultant, law professor, author, and TEDx speaker. Having produced and scripted over 60 TEDx talks, she has a lot of experience under her belt. She is also the founder and executive producer of TEDxWrigleyville. Listen in as she shares insights on how to connect with your...

Joey Coleman returns to the podcast this week with a part 2! Joey has helped companies retain their customers and employees for almost 20 years. As an award-winning speaker, Joey helps businesses convert their employees into fans. He has written two bestselling books, "Never Lose A Customer Again" and "Never Lose An Employee Again." Listen in as Joey talks about how to fine tune your business and...

For almost 20 years, Joey Coleman has helped companies retain their customers and employees. An award-winning speaker both nationally and internationally, Joey helps businesses turn their customers into raving fans through his workshops, keynote speeches, and consulting projects. His books, "Never Lose A Customer Again" and "Never Lose An Employee Again" are both Wall Street Journal bestsellers. L...

Dave is back with another episode from the archives. In this episode, Dave has a chat with John Ruhlin, who has unfortunately passed away.   John Ruhlin, master gift-giver, owner of Ruhlin Group, and author of "Giftology," teaches gifting strategies to drive sales growth. John discusses showing gratitude and appreciation (and knowing how and when!) will open doors, build relationships, and skyrock...

Brian Smith is the founder of UGG, the world-renowned brand known for their boots and other footwear. Having left his corporate career in Australia in the 1970s for sunny California, Brian was inspired by the local surf scene. Brian came up with the idea of UGG after noticing that local surfers didn't wear sheepskin boots like Australians did after cold morning surf sessions. The early days of UGG...

Matthew Pollard is a renowned consultant, speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur with a rich success background. He is the founder and CEO of Rapid Growth, LLC, which is dedicated to helping businesses achieve maximum ROI. Matthew's methods have helped more than 3500 businesses grow their business. He has spoken around the world, from multi-national corporations to small business associations. L...

Marcus Sheridan is a communication expert, author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. With over 13 years of experience, he has helped brands and organizations build trust and deeper connections with their audiences. At only 23 years old, he founded River Pools, a swimming pool company that has evolved into the most trafficked swimming pool company globally. As a speaker, Marcus has delivered trans...

Shermin Kruse is a renowned negotiation consultant, law professor, and author of the upcoming book "Stoic Empathy: The Roadmap to a Life of Influence, Self-Leadership, and Integrity." Born in Tehran during the Iranian Revolution, Shermin moved to Canada with her parents at only 10 years old, marking the start of her journey to becoming a celebrated thought leader. Known for her work on empathy, ne...

Dawn Halkuff is a CEO, board member, and advisor. Having served under numerous influential companies, such as Pfizer and Guinness, Dawn has quite the resume. She is the CEO of LiviWell, a sexual health and wellness research and development company. Founded in 2019, LiviWell's goal is to transform sexual health and wellness with "clever design and clinical rigor." Listen in as Dawn shares insights...

Mario Ciabarra is the CEO of Quantum Metric, a platform for "Continuous Product Design," which helps organizations quickly and confidently deliver digital products with greater impact. He's a serial entrepreneur, having had multiple successful exits with DevStream and Intelliborn, to name a few. He is also the creator of the first successful iPhone WiFi Hotspot, launching it before Apple implement...

Jordan Allred is one of the co-founders of Cotopaxi, an outdoor adventure clothing brand. In this episode, Dave and Jordan talk about Cotopaxi's origin, about its growth into a recognizable brand, and how its mission moves people to do good. Though his time with Cotopaxi has passed, Jordan's entrepreneurial mindset still pushes him forward.  He's currently the co-founder and Managing Partner of Ac...

Matt Dusig is an entrepreneur, former tech CEO, artist, and photographer. Though he originally graduated with a fine arts degree, Matt eventually found himself in the entrepreneurial world. He founded GoZing, a market research company, with his best friend and co-founder, Greg. After selling GoZing for $30 million, Matt and Greg founded uSamp, another market research company, which sold for almost...

Chad Rubin is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of Skubana, an operations platform for Amazon sellers to automate and optimize their business. He is also the founder of Profasee, a dynamic pricing platform that enables Amazon brands to predict the perfect price for every product. Listen in as Chad shares his journey, including the successful sale of multiple businesses, the rollercoaster of...

Zac Will is the founder of the Kona Brand, an apparel company that creates fun Winter flannels by combining the feel of traditional flannels with the flare of Hawaiian shirts. He is also the son of EO 360's host, Dave! Listen in on this heartwarming discussion about Zac's entrepreneurial journey–from selling candy at the beach as a child to raising $19,000 in funding to start Kona Brand while stil...

Bennett Maxwell is an entrepreneur, investor, and the driving force behind Dirty Dough Cookies, a rapidly growing national cookie brand. While Maxwell's journey has put him in many different industries like real estate and solar, one thing has remained constant: sales. His passion and commitment to entrepreneurship makes him a sought-after speaker, having been featured on CNBC, Good Morning Americ...

Trinity and Justin are part of the Massachusetts Ghostbusters, a charity organization that raises money for children's hospitals and cancer research. By promoting their love for the Ghostbusters franchise at local events, they're able to raise money for charitable causes. While their costumes may be props, Trinity and Justin share their own paranormal experiences in today's episode. From graveyard...

Ethan King is a renowned entrepreneur, speaker, author, and the former president of EO Atlanta. He'is the founder of stuff4GREEKS, a highly successful clothing brand for fraternities and sororities. He's also the founder of Zeus' Closet, which provides on-demand clothing embroidery and printing. In this episode, Ethan shares how Chat GPT can be used in business, content creation, and social media...

Chase Jarvis is an award-winning photographer, bestselling author, director, artist, and entrepreneur. After inheriting his grandfather's camera, Chase discovered a passion for photography while on a post-college trip to Europe. After spending time honing his craft, he started shooting photos of pro snowboarders and skiers in Colorado. His dedication to his art connected him to REI, which licensed...

Adam Robinson is the CEO and founder of Retention.com. Having started his career as a finance professional at Lehman Brothers, Adam later transitioned into tech at the start of the 2008 financial crisis. He co-founded Robly, an email marketing company, bringing revenue to $5M in two years due to his innovative approach and extreme focus on satisfying the customer. Following an 8-figure exit from R...

Ryan Stramrood is a three-time Guinness World Record holder, motivational speaker, and extreme open water swimmer. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, Ryan's swimming challenges have taken him around the world, including Siberia, Antarctica, the Arctic Circle, and the Bering Strait. As a speaker, Ryan inspires his audiences with captivating stories from his swimming adventures. Listen in as Ryan reg...