Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Tahera Zamanzada, SVP of Strategic Growth & Go To Market at Rhino AI. Tahera shares her 30-day roadmap for building AI literacy, clears up misconceptions around fear and replacement, and explains how she’s helping leaders use AI as a co-pilot to accelerate transformation and unlock growth. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Serie...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Christine Aspell, Partner & Office Managing Partner, KPMG. Christine shares how sponsorship, relationships, and women’s networks shaped her 35-year journey, why visibility matters as much as expertise, and what leaders must do next in a changing workplace. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠Gail Let...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Bonnie Price, Administrative Director of Community Health at the Bon Secours Violence Response Team. Bonnie explains how forensic nurses care for victims of violence, why strangulation is a critical risk factor often missed in emergency care, and how her team’s mission is to ensure survivors get the specialized support and resources they need. This interv...

In this episode of the Mission Matters podcast, host Adam Torres speaks with Andreas Pettersson, host of the Adapt or Die Podcast. Andreas shares his journey from CEO of a fast-growing tech company to launching his book Power Without Permission, co-created with 13 women leaders. His mission: to replace permission culture, challenge imposter syndrome, and ensure women’s brilliance is impossible to...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Vada Manager, Founder & CEO of Manager Global Holdings, LLC, about his journey from corporate leadership at Nike and Levi’s to entrepreneurship and board service. Vada shares insights on allyship, why board diversity matters, and how entrepreneurs can build resilience and create opportunities for future leaders. Big thanks to ⁠Take The Lead Women⁠! Follow...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Joy Donnell, Writer, Producer, and Co-Founder of CIME, about using storytelling to shift narratives, challenge stereotypes, and create inclusive spaces. Joy shares how community, creativity, and disruption fuel her mission to drive cultural change. Big thanks to Take The Lead Women! Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Denise Hamilton, Author & Speaker, WatchHerWork, about her book Indivisible, how to challenge limiting stories, embrace truth, use modern tools (including AI), and practice daily habits that build connection and collective progress. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠ Follow Adam on Instag...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, Founder of KBK Wealth Connection, author, and host of Breaking Money Silence. Kathleen explains how women can boost financial confidence by identifying their unique value, practicing negotiation skills, and challenging money taboos that hold them back. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠. Big than...

On Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Laura Kelly⁠, Founder of Apeiron Wellness. Laura explains how functional nutrition helps women address perimenopause and menopause through advanced testing, personalized plans, and practical tools—while partnering effectively with their physicians. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Natalie Buda Smith, Director of Digital Strategy at the Library of Congress. Natalie explains how to plan an agile, project-based career, build AI capabilities (like prompt engineering), and use technology to enhance human strengths—not replace them. This interview is part of our ⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠. Big thank you to ⁠Gail Letts!⁠ Follow...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Dorothy Suskind, Director of the Southside Virginia Writing Project and Associate Professor at Longwood University. Dorothy discusses her research on workplace bullying, the role of creatives as disruptive change agents, and why belonging—not just fitting in—is essential for healthy, innovative organizations. This interview is part of our ⁠State of the Wo...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Toni Ardabell, Chief of Clinical Enterprise Operations at Inova Health System. Toni shares her perspective on women’s health in the workplace, her mission to build supportive cultures, and her role moderating a panel at the State of the Woman Conference 2025. This interview is part of our State of the Women Coverage Series. Big thank you to Gail Letts! Fo...

On Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Larry Kriesmer⁠, CEO of Measured Risk Portfolios, Inc., about SynthEquity®—an options-based structure seeking S&P 500 upside with calendar-year risk defined—and the launch of the SNTH ETF that brings the strategy to investors and advisors. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Frank Sondors, CEO of Salesforge, on combining human sellers with AI agents to maximize pipeline coverage, improve speed-to-reply, and reduce costs—including where AI fits best and when to stick with humans.    Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a...

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Kenny Ridgell, Founder & CEO of Ridge Media, to unpack how his team turns data into dollars for small and mid-sized businesses. We trace Kenny’s journey from a college app to building a full-service, fractional marketing team, then dive into real A/B testing examples, CRM + ad attribution, and how AI is speeding up everything from lan...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Gregg Clunis, Founder of Kojo, about a creator-first approach to social content, practical AI (beyond just LLMs), and turning best-performing posts into repeatable growth. Gregg shares how brands can make videos people actually watch—and how Kojo helps teams ideate, predict winners, and route briefs to UGC creators in seconds. Follow Adam on Instagram at...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Tami Buttrey, Chief Retail Banking Officer at Carter Bank, about her leadership journey, the lasting impact of mentorship from Gail Letts, and the transformative power of the State of the Woman Conference. Tami shares how moments of empowerment—from early career roles to leading through COVID—shaped her leadership style and why she continues to invest in...

On Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Paige Wiese⁠, Founder & CEO, Tree Ring Digital, about digital asset management—what it is, why it fails, and how to fix it. Paige outlines a three-phase approach (assessment, 300+ point audit, and continuity) to secure ownership, avoid costly outages, and safeguard valuation during an exit. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadam...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Smriti Kirubanandan, a technology executive, during the Milken Global Conference. Smriti shares her journey from robotics and public health to enterprise AI, the barriers companies face in scaling, and why responsible governance and cultural readiness are crucial. She highlights how AI can simplify healthcare, improve outcomes, and create sustainable impa...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Dominic Forth, CEO of Thought Leaders America, on landing national TV and top podcast placements. Dominic explains his audience-centric, emotionally engaging, authentic framework, how to prep differently for TV vs. podcasts, and why trust beats views. He shares his mission to help leaders tell impactful stories and previews what’s next: a personal media t...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Kathleen Tepley, Founder, Los Angeles Consulting Group, on LACG’s curated, global event strategy—spanning Beverly Hills, San Diego, Provence, and investor webinars—plus how its “give-to-give” model drives trusted connections and results. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and to...

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Delbert Arrendale, Founder and CEO of Interoperable Systems and Images (ISI). Delbert shares his mission to make healthcare more affordable and effective by solving one of the industry’s biggest challenges: inaccessible and siloed clinical data. With AI-powered solutions and a focus on underserved rural communities, ISI is putting pat...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Lea Pinaud⁠, Captain & First Mate of FV NO LIMITS. Lea shares her journey from fishing as a child with her grandfather to running charters and commercial trips in a male-dominated industry. She opens up about the challenges of long days at sea, the viral 600 lb tuna catch that brought international attention, and her mission to support her...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Karina Martinez, Co-Founder & CEO of DRAFTED. Karina shares how her company is redefining sports media by telling authentic stories about Latinas in sports and building community through culture-driven content. She explains why being social-first gives creators new power, how women’s sports are gaining long-overdue investment, and why the upc...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Karen Moreno Scott, Professional Life & Wellness Coach. Karen shares her journey of writing a memoir during the pandemic, uncovering suppressed memories, and finding healing through storytelling. She emphasizes the importance of self-love, choosing yourself first, and honoring your own voice. Karen also discusses her next goal: translating he...