Founders Future

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Olivia Sammons sits down with Dawn Marie Bornheimer, founder of Mission Inspired Consulting LLC . Dawn opens up about the personal and professional motivations that led her to start a consultancy focused on aligning business goals with purpose-driven strategy. She shares her insights into leadership, the power of intentional growth, and how social impact...

In this episode of Founders, Future , guest host Samuel Konzem welcomes Alice Heiman—sales strategist, founder of Alice Heiman, LLC , and host of Sales Talk for CEOs . With nearly three decades of experience in the sales world, Alice shares how she built her business to help B2B companies accelerate growth by aligning executive leadership with high-performance sales strategies. From her early begi...

In this inspiring episode of Founders, Future , host Olivia Sammons sits down with Larry Keiter, the visionary founder and CEO of Development Is Hope . Larry shares the powerful origin story behind his mission-driven company, offering insight into the personal and professional challenges he faced and the passion that fuels his work.

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Charley Lapomardo, founder of SparkleWorks , a San Diego-based company creating transformative workshops rooted in creativity, collaboration, and inclusion. Charlie shares how their unique background in marketing, theater, and media literacy—paired with meaningful experience as a community culture manager at Wayfair—shaped the...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Zainulabedin Shah, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Zeed, a Bay Area-based startup redefining how businesses leverage data. With a background in data science and computer science, Zain shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, detailing how his company Zeed launched in 2023 with a mission to deliver tailored analy...

On this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Katharine Halpin, founder and CEO of The Halpin Companies. With a unique background as a CPA turned transformation strategist, Katharine brings over 25 years of experience in reshaping healthcare and education organizations through her signature Halpin Method. Together, they explore how Katharine helps leaders create aligned, agile...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Michelle Saeed is joined by Cat Valverde , founder of Enterprise AI Solutions , a consultancy helping large organizations move beyond AI hype to real, measurable outcomes. With a sharp focus on readiness, strategy, and transformation, Cat shares how she bootstrapped her firm into a trusted partner for enterprise clients navigating AI adoption. She discuss...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Michelle Saeed speaks with Taylor Johnson , founder of Taylor Johnson Performance LLC , a coaching consultancy helping CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs operate at their highest level. With a background rooted in sports performance, Taylor brings a science-based, holistic approach to leadership coaching—blending systems used by elite athletes with minds...

In this captivating episode of Founders, Future , host Jane Carnacion is joined by Deliana Mineva, co-founder of Exceptional Woman® in Business by Minerva Consulting , a coaching and transformation company built for high-achieving women in luxury industries. With a background rooted in four generations of entrepreneurship, Deliana shares how she created a values-aligned business to help successful...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Michelle Saeed chats with Ying Laohachewin , a dynamic entrepreneur leading two purpose-driven ventures: By Kind , a Los Angeles-based skincare brand focused on science-backed, multi-benefit products, and Inward , a digital wellness platform delivering personalized mental health programs using AI—centered around female and non-binary experiences. Ying ope...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Olivia Sammons welcomes Nader Safinya, the visionary founder behind Blackribbit , a creative platform and movement redefining how culture and storytelling intersect with brand strategy. Nader dives into the origins of Blackribbit, how a background in media and a passion for creative autonomy sparked the idea, and what it takes to build something truly diff...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Samuel Konzem sits down with Matt Haller, Principal and Co-founder of RevEng Revenue Growth Consultants. Matt shares the origin story behind his company, including the real-world problem that sparked the idea and how his team transformed that vision into a growing business. From early challenges and pivotal moments to future strategies, Matt offers a tran...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Samuel Konzem welcomes Brian Fried, the founder of The Inventor Coach . With nearly two decades of experience helping inventors bring their ideas to life, Brian shares the story behind his mission to guide creators through the challenging world of innovation. From identifying the gap that inspired his business to the tools and mindset needed to succeed in...

In this inspiring episode of Founders, Future , host Laura Skinner welcomes serial entrepreneur and strategist Benj Miller, founder of System & Soul . Benj opens up about his journey from launching multiple startups to creating a business framework that combines structure and humanity. He explains how System & Soul was born out of a desire to help companies align their operations with thei...

In this heartfelt episode of Founders, Future , host Laura Skinner sits down with Sophia Toh, founder of Illuminate U Coaching , to explore her deeply personal journey from Malaysia to the U.S. and from inner healing to entrepreneurial impact. Sophia opens up about her formative years, the cross-cultural experiences that shaped her perspective, and how a lifelong passion for emotional wellness led...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Laura Skinner welcomes Matinah Drew, the founder of Noble Hearts HR Consulting and Staffing , for a conversation centered around leadership, empathy, and transforming workplace culture. Drawing from her extensive experience as an HR executive in healthcare, Matinah shares how a desire to bring heart back into human resources led to the creation of her com...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with the dynamic founding trio behind Pacific Lead Group — David Robertson, Manny Renteria, and Cody Emsky. The conversation dives deep into their journey of building a cutting-edge lead generation company that's shaking up the industry with innovative Google and Facebook ad strategies. From humble beginnings to carving a ni...

In this episode of Founders’ Future , host Michelle Said chats with Michael Marckx, founder of Digital Union Marketing , about his journey from seasoned creative executive to agency founder. With over 30 years of experience in branding, strategy, and digital campaigns, Michael shares how he’s built a firm that puts flexibility and results first —offering full-service marketing with no long-term co...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner sits down with Nader Mowlaee, the founder of Engineer Your Mission , to uncover the inspiring journey behind his innovative company. From the early sparks of inspiration to the real-world problems his venture aims to solve, Nader shares the challenges, breakthroughs, and pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial path. Tune in as he open...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Laura Skinner welcomes Brendan McGurgan, founder of SimpleScaling Ltd., for a dynamic conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and sustainable growth. Brendan shares his journey from corporate leadership to founding a company dedicated to helping businesses scale with clarity and purpose. Listeners will get an inside look at the mindset shifts require...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Matt and Jennifer Lucas, the powerhouse duo behind The Franchising Company . With Matt’s background as a franchisee and founder, and Jennifer’s expertise in entrepreneurial coaching, the two have created a business that helps aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the vast world of franchising. Tune in to hear how they built a compa...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Jim Bishop, founder of Conjunction Leadership , for a thoughtful conversation on modern leadership. From his agricultural upbringing at Bishop Farms to his award-winning corporate leadership and academic foundation at Purdue, Jim shares how his diverse experiences shaped his approach to guiding today’s leaders. He introduces the co...

In this episode of Founders Future , host Jae Encarnacion chats with Jamila Brown, co-founder of 5 Minute Career Hack , a platform reshaping how professionals take charge of their careers. With a unique background as a former athlete and more than 40 years of combined corporate experience with her co-founders, Jamila shares how she’s mentored thousands to navigate career transitions with confidenc...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Van Nguyen , founder of Brand Concier, an award-winning branding agency redefining how entrepreneurs in health, wellness, and beauty show up in the market. With a dynamic background in special events, digital marketing, and community leadership, Van shares how she built a brand-first agency that helps visionaries align their...

In this episode of Founders, Future , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Cayla Horey, founder of Cayla Horey Coaching, LLC. Since launching her business in October 2020, Cayla has quickly risen to prominence in the coaching world, earning a feature on Stacey Boehman's Make Money as a Life Coach podcast. Together, they explore Cayla's rapid journey from startup to standout, her unique appro...