Founders Future

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Stephen Webster, CEO of Wealthfleet Enterprises, to explore how solopreneurs can scale through smart systems, strategic partnerships, and AI. With 30+ years of executive experience, Stephen shares his journey from corporate leadership to building a consulting firm that helps CEOs optimize talent and implement scalable operati...

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jay Encarnacion talks with Zainulabedin Shah, CEO and co-founder of Zeed, a data strategy and AI company transforming mid-sized businesses. Zainulabedin shares how he bridges the gap between business leaders and technical teams to deliver scalable, impactful AI solutions. They discuss Zeed’s evolution from data strategy to full-service AI applications, his...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Karyn Vadnais sits down with Natalia Zhuravel, founder of Cherry On Top Marketing Agency. With over eight years of experience and more than 100 projects completed, Natalia shares her journey from immigrant beginnings to leading a powerhouse digital marketing agency generating $15 million in revenue.  She discusses the unique challenges immigrant entreprene...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Kyle Paterson, founder of Enspire Brands , a New York-based personal branding agency working with high-profile executives and even billionaires. Kyle shares his journey from juggling multiple roles within his company—including cold calling, closing deals, and refining operational systems—to setting his sights on sustainable g...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Colin MacDonald, co-founder of Not Therapy , a groundbreaking coaching company redefining support for young adults during pivotal life transitions. Colin shares how he and co-founder Haley transformed their personal experiences into a peer-driven mentorship model that resonates with teens and young adults ages 16 to 22. Built...

In this episode of Founders Future , Jae Encarnacion chats with Tim Sprinkle, founder of Layup Content, about how he’s reshaping content marketing for financial services. Tim shares how his agency delivers results-driven storytelling, why personalization is the future of B2B content, and how he’s scaling by focusing on outcomes—not just output. Learn how Layup Content thrives in a regulated space,...

In this episode of Founders Future , Lee Beup and Stan Podolski, co-founders of Bleedio, discuss their innovative decentralized wireless technology aimed at solving connectivity issues for industries like manufacturing, defense, and smart cities. They share insights on their go-to-market strategy, including attending industry summits, educating the market, and building relationships with potential...

In this episode of Founders Future , Stephan Ledain, founder of AdaptAI, dives into how his company combines technology and behavioral science to drive business transformation. He discusses the importance of trust-building with clients, customizing solutions, and scaling their services. Stephan also shares how they are creating an automated platform to make their expertise more accessible, while m...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Ammar Elm sits down with Eddie Jimenez, Founder and CEO of Primal Trust Consulting—a global consulting firm helping small to mid-sized businesses scale through sales infrastructure, marketing systems, fractional leadership, and access to capital. We dive into the company’s core offers—sales execution, marketing support, and funding strategy—and how Eddie’s...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Ammar Elman sits down with Rick Munson, founder and CEO of Paramount Business Development, to explore the transformative journey from corporate factory turnarounds to high-impact business coaching. With nearly two decades of experience, Rick has worked with hundreds of CEOs, presidents, and executive leaders, helping them navigate growth, succession, and l...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Karyn Vadnais chat with Diana Salha, the 22-year-old founder of Cosnetix, a rising star in the biotech and skincare industry. Diana shares her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building a business from the ground up, and the importance of failing fast and iterating quickly based on customer feedback. She discusses the value of persistence and sta...

In this episode of Founders Future , Mishal Saeed speaks with Steve Shockley, founder of NetFunds Gained and a seasoned financial expert with over 20 years of experience. Steve shares how his ASU Framework — Alignment, Strategy, Utility — helps small and mid-sized businesses unlock growth through financial clarity and disciplined execution. He breaks down his two-tiered service model (strategic pl...

In this insightful episode of Founders, Future , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Lindsay Preston, PCC—founder of the leadership development company TLC—to unpack how she's reimagining coaching for sustainable, high-impact results. With over 830 leaders coached and a 92% client success rate, Lindsay reveals what’s driving TLC’s growth, why she’s moving from solopreneur to scaling visionary, a...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Ryan Ward , co-founder of Rex Marketing & CX , to explore how his boutique agency found success by going deep—not wide. Ryan shares how his background in healthcare and mental health allowed him to carve out a specialized niche, landing early clients through word-of-mouth and credibility. He breaks down the systems behind Re...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Michelle Saeed interviews Nick Tapp, founder and CEO of Taptico Solutions. With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, Nick shares how Taptico helps small businesses leverage AI, performance marketing, and sales enablement to compete with larger companies. He discusses his agency’s fractional model, how it tailors marketing strategies to each cl...

In this episode of Founders Future , we sit down with Joseph Varghese, founder and CEO of Success Circles, a platform designed to empower entrepreneurs through peer accountability and continuous improvement. Joseph opens up about how his personal experiences with health challenges and loss inspired the creation of a community-driven model that prioritizes connection and progress. Success Circles p...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Ammar Elm joined by Daniel Phillips, the CEO and founder of MoD Paper AI, a cutting-edge company redefining client engagement with advanced AI solutions. Daniel shares the story behind MoD Paper AI’s journey from its early days to its current stage of global expansion, focusing on how the company is leveraging AI to streamline and automate client communica...

In this episode of Founders Future , Dorothy Enriquez, founder of Elevate, shares her journey in building a leadership development firm focused on culture transformation. She discusses the challenges of scaling a customized approach, how she generates leads through referrals, speaking engagements, and writing, and the lessons learned as a business owner of color. Dorothy also shares her vision for...

In this episode of Founders Future , Karyn Vadnais interviews Saafir Jenkins, founder of Optimum Human-Centered Solutions (Optimum HCS). Saafir discusses how his company customizes HR consulting and technology solutions to align with clients' business goals. He shares insights into their sales process, the challenges of scaling, and how they’re integrating AI and strategic partnerships for fu...

In this episode, Don Farrell, founder of Fresh Revenues, shares powerful insights on why loyalty is more important than satisfaction in business, and how delivering unexpected value can turn clients into lifelong advocates. Don also reveals his approach to scaling businesses intentionally, focusing on culture and customized training, rather than just size. From generating leads through bold strate...

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Timothy Hughes to explore innovative sales and marketing strategies that have powered their business growth. Timothy, who leads a company with a team of freelance salespeople (working on commission), shares his unique approach to scaling a business without the traditional employee structure. Jae discusses his own journey in bu...

In this episode of Founders Future , Makisha Boothe, founder of Sistahbiz Global Network , discusses her innovative approach to empowering Black women entrepreneurs. She shares how she shifted her business model from traditional sales to focus on retention, referrals, and building a powerful community. Makisha dives into the challenges of scaling her business, from developing intentional curriculu...

In this episode of Founders Future , we’re joined by Chris Tveter, the founder and CEO of SRO Consulting Group. With nearly a decade of experience in revenue operations at companies like Amazon and Dynatrace, Chris shares his journey of building a successful consulting business that specializes in scalable RevOps solutions, particularly around HubSpot CRM. We dive into how Chris’s business has gro...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Melissa Bonner, co-founder of The Hire HR, a people-first HR consulting firm revolutionizing how startups, veteran-owned businesses, and small-to-medium employers navigate human resources and compliance. With over 15 years of experience, including roles in fintech and corporate HR leadership, Melissa shares the real-world cha...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion talks with James Oliverio , founder and CEO of IdeaBOX , a cybersecurity company helping organizations uncover and mitigate hidden data risks. With decades of Wall Street experience and a Harvard education in risk management, James introduces the concept of Return on Mitigation (ROM) —a groundbreaking way to quantify cybersecurity exposure,...