Kenversations with Ken Okonek

Navigating the Cold Waters: Fred Drake's Snorkel Alaska Adventures Join Ken Okonek in this riveting episode of Kenversations: with Ken Okonek,' where he chats with Fred Drake, the visionary owner of Snorkel Alaska. Fred shares his incredible journey from learning scuba diving as a child, working on Norwegian Cruise Line ships, to pioneering snorkeling tours in the chilly waters of Alaska. Discover...

In this episode, we dive into the mindset and journey of Chad—how his personal story led to building a moving company that’s now dominating the industry in Alaska and expanding all the way to Idaho. Chad shares key lessons on growth, from mastering employee retention to creating a strong company culture that keeps teams engaged. One of his biggest insights? The power of self-awareness—knowing your...

This one was a special one for me. Brady has been someone I have know from High school and we have walked in a lot of smilier paths and I just knew that it would be a good time. This man has done so many things and whatever it has been he has done it 100!  He gives massive perspective that will help you gain motivation to pursue things with an energy that gives you traction while getting a ton of...

I have to first say how grateful I am to have Dan on my podcast and to call this man a friend. His journey and what he has overcame is hard to put in words. We go through his amazing background of video and cinematography and his passion for it and what pushes him to create amazing work.  But along the way life packs punches and Dan has had a few stack up along the way and he shares how he went th...

Todays guest is Amanda Kramer she is a top business exec at a Fortune 500 company. Gartner is an information and technology company that is turning information into power when it comes to leadership and companies growing their business. We spend they entire podcast discussing. How she reached the C suite and what she contstaly coaches and mentors business leaders across the great state of Alaska. 

Todays guest is Amanda Kramer she is a top business exec at a Fortune 500 company. Gartner is an information and technology company that is turning information into power when it comes to leadership and companies growing their business. We spend they entire podcast discussing. How she reached the C suite and what she contstaly coaches and mentors business leaders across the great state of Alaska. 

Nate Is just a the most humble human you ever meet. He would never say how he leads 1000's of people to their financial and physical freedom and combat the thing we are all fighting which is aging. Nate has been a dear freind and close mentor of my in the world of leadership and coaching. He has grown and given so much to others and his team. We go deep dive into Identify and how one finds theirs...

This one I am SO excited about! Today on Kenversations we had Pam Lloyd on the podcast. She is someone I wanted on here since day 1. She has been someone I have confided in many times in my life of transition.  Just a quick bit about Pam. She has been a lady that has not just climbed the corporate ladder she has Crushed it. So we dig into her story at many different levels and un-pack nuggets of g...

I am so excited to share this one with you all! Chance was in the neighborhood so we had to have him on. We get to take a deep dive into another human living their best life. While he is pursuing his DREAM of being an North American Free Ride Pro. While going to school to be a MD.    We dig deep into his mindset and how do you prep and both mentally and physically to compete at the highest level....

I cant wait for you all to listen into this one! Jake Sloan shares his journey to becoming a youtuber and business owner through his passions and things that bring him joy.  He shares some of the simplest yet profound nuggets of wisdom that have led to his successes and failures.  If you have any interest in creating a career out of your passions then this is the podcast episode for you.  I don't...

Jon is back to talk more we dive deeper into the world of people with ADD and ADHD and how we process this weird world. We talk everything from sales and success to mindset and our past. We are who we are through nurture and nature.  Buckle up for a ping pong of back and forth and many subjects that we both found much common ground.  

On this weeks episode of Kenversations I have the honor of interviewing Buddy Bailey. The son of Baileys Furniture that was dead set on going out on his own and pursuing a vision he came up with 14 years ago.  We talk the ups and downs of Buddy success and how he came to found Zo Financial. His ability to be a visionary and his motivation to create a product and company that will have a net win ef...

How do you write a description for a man that Races one of the hardest races 5x in 5 years and then goes and decides to climb the 5 of the 7 tallest peaks across the globe and he only has 2 left to go and he will! Then on top of all that. He is a Dad and Husband to an amazing family. His kids are following his footsteps because of the trails he is blazing and just creating massive multiplication a...

Welcome to the latest episode of Kenversations, where we dive deep into the world of fitness, health, and mindset with Nick Halverson, a gym owner and personal trainer who has not only mastered his physical health but also his mental well-being through exercise and nutrition. In this episode, Nick and myself explore various mindsets and myths around the health and fitness industry. They discuss ho...

In this episode of Kenversations, I welcomes Adam Heafner, a seasoned leader in the mortgage lending industry, to discuss the importance of having a clear mission and vision for a company. Adam shares his experience leading a growing mortgage lending team with his 2 partners, and how they navigated the challenges that come with growth while staying true to the company's core values. Adam shares hi...

This Week on Kenversations we talk with a personal Mentor of mine that has changed my life but changed 1000's off others, the one and only Nate Detracy. In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of mentorship, personal growth, and finding your purpose in life. With Nate's wealth of experience as a mentor and friend for over 10 years, we explore the importance of having a mentor and share tips o...

Welcome to the latest episode of Kenversations! Today, we are joined by Kirrily. She shares her insights into the current state of the Australian housing market and how it compares to the US. But the main focus of this episode is on the current world of 🤖🧠 Artificial Intelligence (AI). We delve deep into the ramifications that AI is having on the world, including its impact on work and education...

In this episode of Kenversations, we sit down with a multi-family real estate sales expert who has created many millionaires along the way. With over 10 years of experience, he shares his journey to success, including his strategies for managing ADHD and his insights into the importance of authenticity and self-development. We explore his thoughts on finding balance, mentorship, and personal growt...

Welcome to the latest episode of our Kenversations, where we delve into the fascinating world of business owners who are making a difference in their industry. In this episode, we are privileged to be joined by an outstanding entrepreneur, Ben, who is the owner of a painting company that has been serving Alaska for over 13 years and has the foundation and knowledge of Paint for the last 60 years....

Hi there, I'm Ken Okonek, and I'm excited to welcome you to my podcast, "Life Trades". In this show, I'll be taking you on a journey of self-discovery and exploration into the concept that everything in life is a trade. I believe that in order to live an intentional and fulfilling life, it's important to understand that there is no true balance in anything that you want to be great in. I'll be sha...

The relationship between technology and humanity has undergone a radical transformation in recent years, with the advent of smartphones, social media, and AI playing a major role. In this thought-provoking podcast, I explore the ways in which technology has impacted our daily lives, from the convenience it provides to the challenges it presents. Join us as we discuss the benefits and drawbacks of...

This great story helps you understand the ups and downs in life. Learn the value of being the calm anchor through the storm. I love this story as it relates to my life and it has help me be more humble when I or you are crushing and being more optimistic and futuristic when you can not seem to win for losing. 

Are you tired of seeing those around you not living up to their potential? Want to learn how to hold your friends, family, coworkers, and even spouse accountable in a compassionate and effective way? Tune in to our podcast where we explore the mindset of accountability and the four key principles you need to master to raise the standards in your relationships and ultimately prosper in your life. J...

This one is a little down a different direction but given a guilty pleasure that Chelsey and I have been into recently I thought  I would put it out there.  I could not go without putting some tips and ticks out here for people to up their game in sales and negotiating.  Everything in life is a sale and a negotiating. Instead of fighting it just embrace it. I promise if you give a listen you will...

Sharing some simple goal setting and checkin process that can have a huge impact on your life. It is important to know that if you cant do it forever don't start doing it. As it relates to you setting and working towards things you want in life.  There is so many ways you can take that statement out of context so highly encourage you to listen to the whole thing before you judge it.  As always so...