Founders Future

In this episode of *Founders, Future*, host Joe Fitzgerald welcomes Kim Reynolds, the founder of AI Advantage Agency, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the innovative use of AI in marketing. Kim shares the inspiration behind her agency, which aims to leverage AI technology to not only streamline operations but also reduce costs for clients. With a background that includes seven years at S...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner interviews Sarah Ahmad, founder and CEO of DeSoul, a growing tech company from Lahore, Pakistan. Sarah shares her journey from being a computer science student and Microsoft ambassador to building a 30-person company specializing in web applications, SaaS products, and digital form solutions for industries like healthcare, e-commerce, and ins...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Sue Ellen Sweeney, founder of Sue Ellen and Hope, a transformational life coaching practice dedicated to helping young families and parents create healthy, thriving family lives. Drawing from her experience raising six children and her background in nursing and mental health, Sue Ellen discusses how she transitioned into coachi...

In this episode of Founders' Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Liza Voticky , the founder of MXA Talent Solutions , about her entrepreneurial journey and her mission to transform talent acquisition. Drawing from her extensive experience with Coca-Cola and Royal Caribbean, Liza shares how MXA evolved from a passion project into a multifaceted business offering executive search, fracti...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald sits down with Peter Attfield, founder of The Inflection Point, a consulting firm focused on strategic HR, leadership development, and organizational transformation. With over 46 years of corporate experience across 10 countries and 85 markets, Peter shares how he transitioned from a distinguished global career to building his entrepreneu...

In this episode of Founders Future , Laura Skinner interviews Dan Rua, CEO and co-founder of Admiral, a company revolutionizing how media publishers build relationships with their audiences. Dan shares his journey from venture capitalist to entrepreneur, driven by insights gained from his time at Grooveshark. He discusses how Admiral evolved from addressing ad-block losses to pioneering Visitor Re...

In this dynamic episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner welcomes Wendy Harris, a seasoned sales leader, executive coach, and leadership expert, to share her incredible career journey and the principles behind her success. Wendy takes listeners through her rise from a Goldman Sachs trader to leadership roles in tech giants like Facebook, Dropbox, and CarGurus, culminating in her role as Gon...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner interviews William McCoon, the CEO and founder of Gravitae, a cloud consultancy specializing in agnostic technology solutions. William shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey, which began with programming on a Commodore 64 as a child and led to winning a young entrepreneur award in Ireland for his early web development business. After a...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner interviews David Burnet, the CEO and founder of Invidar, an innovative tech company specializing in immersive technologies and SaaS solutions. David shares his remarkable journey from a university graduate navigating a pandemic-induced layoff to building a cutting-edge business that has worked with global brands like Samsung, Google, and LEGO...

In this episode of Founders Future, host Laura Skinner interviews Avinav Nigam, the founder of Turn, a groundbreaking startup addressing the global healthcare worker shortage. Nigam shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting how Turn is solving a critical problem by connecting healthcare professionals from countries with oversupply (like India and the Philippines) to markets experiencing sev...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner chats with Alex Feltwell, CEO and co-founder of Atomize, a consultancy revolutionizing the FinTech space with its agile, value-driven approach to program delivery. Alex shares how his frustration with the inefficiencies and poor delivery of tech projects inspired the creation of Atomize, a company focused on collaboration, transparency, and e...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner speaks with Sofia Castillo, co-founder of Simera, a groundbreaking platform connecting global companies with top-tier talent from Latin America and the MENA region. Sofia shares her unique journey, starting as the founder of an ed-tech company in Guatemala that was acquired by Simera, where she later became a co-founder. Simera's mission...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Joe Fitzgerald sits down with Thomas Scaria, an entrepreneur who shares his inspiring journey from the early days of his business to the present. Thomas opens up about the pivotal moment when he decided to pursue entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges, setbacks, and triumphs he encountered along the way. With a focus on the future, he discusses the...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald talks with Koen Van Gulck, founder of The School of Strategy, about his mission to transform workplace culture and enhance leadership effectiveness. With over 37 years of business experience, Koen explains how his passion for improving workplace environments and implementing meaningful strategies led to the creation of his consulting firm...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner sits down with Kaus Manjita, co-founder of Mason, a trailblazing e-commerce operating system. Kaus shares the journey behind Mason's creation and its mission to simplify and streamline online retail experiences for businesses of all sizes. Mason tackles the complexity of the modern shopping journey by offering a unified platform that use...

In this episode of *Founders Future*, Joseph Fitzgerald sits down with Rob Devany, co-founder of *Your Coach*, a health and fitness platform dedicated to breaking down barriers to better health. Rob shares the mission behind *Your Coach*: providing accessible tools and connections to help people achieve their fitness goals, whether they lack time, money, or knowledge. The platform serves both indi...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Tammy Sharp and Chris Zamora, founders of Law Enforcement Coaching, a company dedicated to the mental and emotional well-being of law enforcement officers, first responders, and their families. Tammy, drawing from her background as the daughter of a sheriff, and Chris, a retired officer with 23 years of service, created a cultu...

In this episode of the Founders Future podcast, host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Marty Gilbert, founder of Nsang (North Shore Executive Networking Group), a global job search coaching service. Gilbert shares his entrepreneurial journey, which began organically as a part-time networking group that grew from 6 to nearly 12,000 members over 14 years. With a background in marketing and having worked...

In this episode of "Founders Future," host Joe Fitzgerald engages in a compelling conversation with Rob Kaminski, co-founder of Fletch, a product marketing consultancy tailored for B2B SaaS startups. Rob shares the inspiration behind Fletch, detailing how he and his co-founder, Anthony Pierry, identified a significant gap in the market: many startups struggled to clearly articulate their...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Amanda Maddalena, founder of Madfit , an online transformation company focused on holistic health, encompassing mind, body, and soul. Amanda shares her personal journey from being a bikini competitor with a traditional in-person fitness studio to founding Madfit . Her realization that external fitness does not equate to interna...

In this inspiring episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner welcomes Bereket Taffese, the CEO and founder of G-Media Studios. Bereket shares his extraordinary journey, from studying civil engineering in Ethiopia to building one of the country's most innovative and successful creative agencies. G-Media Studios was born from Bereket’s early passion for creativity and problem-solving. Star...

In this episode of *Founders Future*, host Joseph Fitzgerald interviews Greg Williamson, co-founder of *Your Growth Company*. Greg shares the journey behind his company, which helps entrepreneurs streamline operations and scale through a three-pronged approach. The first arm, *The Savvy Method*, focuses on personal development and leadership coaching to help business owners optimize routines and m...

In this episode of *Founders Future*, host Laura Skinner interviews Alex Theuma, founder of SaaStock, the leading B2B SaaS conference in Europe. Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey, from organizing small SaaS meetups to creating a globally recognized event that draws thousands of founders, investors, and SaaS leaders annually.  Alex recounts the origins of SaaStock, which started in 2015 as a...

In this episode of *Founders, Future*, host Laura Skinner welcomes Kristian Lexeklint, co-founder of Hollywise, a startup dedicated to simplifying the travel planning process for groups. From their high school days to their professional careers in finance at prestigious firms like Goldman Sachs and Barclays, Kristian and his co-founder have always shared a passion for entrepreneurship. Kristian sh...

In this episode of *Founders, Future*, host Laura Skinner sits down with Nikolaos, the co-founder of Oglofus, a startup focused on improving software development workflows. Nikolaos shares his journey from a young programmer inspired by his mother, a software developer, to creating a company aimed at addressing common pain points in the tech industry. Beginning with his experiences as a freelancer...