Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Carol Fraser, Founder of C4Talent. Carol discusses her Change Principle, a leadership framework built on compassion, listening, growth, and empowerment. She explains how it helps leaders engage teams, overcome burnout, and build stronger workplace cultures. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date in...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres speaks with Linnsey Dolson, Owner of Linnsey, Inc. Linnsey opens up about her journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a multimillion-dollar entrepreneur. She shares insights on overcoming fear, scaling businesses, and her mission to inspire others to rise from rock bottom and build unshakeable lives. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.i...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Santiago Gil, Founder of Lawtino Solutions. Santiago shares his journey from the Marines and e-commerce to founding a credit repair company with over 700 clients. He explains how Lawtino Solutions is changing lives through education, consumer law, and practical credit strategies, helping individuals and families achieve financial freedom and...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Nestor Gutierrez, CEO of Rancho Express Lube. Nestor shares his journey from lube technician to business owner, explaining how he bought his company during COVID, overcame early challenges, and built a thriving business through mindset shifts, mentorship, and perseverance. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ f...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Walter O’Brien, CEO of Scorpion Computer Services. Walter discusses his journey from child prodigy to tech entrepreneur, the growing risks of AI-powered scams, and how he helps CEOs safeguard their businesses while engineering their own happiness. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information...

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Will Greene⁠, CEO of Banyan Infrastructure. Greene shares his personal journey and the vision behind Banyan: digitizing and streamlining project finance to accelerate renewable energy development. By cutting deal times and improving transparency, Banyan is building toward a future marketplace for global infrastructure investment. This i...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Dr. Winter Okoth, Founder of Pamoja Kenya Mentorship Alliance Organization. A scientist focused on infectious diseases, Dr. Okoth shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Kenya to leading mentorship initiatives that empower students in STEM and beyond. Her mission: to create a generation of problem solvers, innovators, and le...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Randee Sanders, Founder & CEO of RL Sanders & Associates, LLC. Randee shares her journey with Take the Lead and the PowerUp Conference, her recognition as a Power Tool Champion, and her mission to help women design liberated futures through her “Design Not Default Academy.” This episode is sponsored by ⁠⁠Take The Lead Women. ⁠⁠Register ⁠⁠h...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Kathy Jefferson, Founder of Raising Britt. Inspired by her daughter’s journey, Kathy created a nonprofit to empower mothers of children with special needs through advocacy, resources, and community. She shares her vision of expanding Raising Britt into a national network so families never feel isolated. This episode is sponsored by ⁠Take T...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Wayne Kaufman, Founder and Board President of The Kaufman Fund. Wayne shares how the nonprofit began in memory of his brother and grew into a wide-reaching organization supporting veterans with dental care, legal services, food programs, and more. His mission: to serve those who served by building community, one act of care at a time. Foll...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Tanushree Ghosh, Founder and Board Chair of Her Rights Inc. and author of From Another Land, Beyond #MeToo, and Queer Chronicles. Tanushree reflects on her journey from scientist to activist, how her books highlight critical issues in immigration, gender parity, and LGBTQIA+ rights, and why small, intentional acts of activism can create la...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Charles Achampong, Executive in Residence at Capacity Canada. Charles discusses his new book Around the World in Family Days, born from an eight-month sabbatical with his family. He shares how the experience reshaped his outlook, strengthened family bonds, and sparked a mission to teach others about the transformative power of pausing. Fol...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Elliot Kallen⁠, President & CEO of Prosperity Financial Group. Together they discuss their co-authored book Driven: How to Elevate Your Success as an Entrepreneur, the realities of entrepreneurship, and Elliot’s nonprofit A Brighter Day Foundation, which provides resources to prevent teen suicide and support families nationwide. Follow Ada...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews David Homan and Noah Askin, co-authors of Orchestrating Connection: How to Build Purposeful Community in a Tribal World. Together, they discuss why traditional networking falls short, how intentional community-building can combat isolation, and the framework they developed to help people connect with purpose and authenticity. Follow Adam on I...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Elisabeth Ness⁠, Co-Founder of Good Porpoise Productions and Co-Creator of Lady Kings of Texas. Elisabeth discusses her work with Take the Lead Women, her fellowship experience, and her belief that our unique attributes are our true superpowers. She also shares how her production company and feature film aim to tell socially conscious stor...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Sherri Miles, President & CEO of Miles Roofing, Inc., and upcoming speaker at the State of the Woman 2025 Conference. Sherri shares insights from her career as a fourth-generation roofing contractor, the importance of reframing language around leadership, and how mentorship and culture drive lasting impact in business. This interview is part...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Joe Mittiga, Founder of Avion Energy Inc. Joe shares how he built Avion Energy into a trusted broker of natural gas and electricity by focusing on relationships and integrity. Beyond business, he discusses his mission of giving back through Project Smile, inspired by his experiences in South Africa. His message is clear: even 1% given back ca...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Michael Bernstein, Founder of Bernastic. Michael shares his journey as an inventor and entrepreneur, explaining how his patented material combines apparel waste with HDPE to create sustainable pallets. With applications across supply chains worldwide, Bernastic’s innovation reduces waste, strengthens products, and helps companies meet carbon...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Samantha Harte⁠, author, podcast host, coach, and sober mom of two. Samantha opens up about her path from addiction and perfectionism to spiritual healing, sharing the tools she uses to help clients break negative thought patterns and embrace recovery as a lifelong journey. Her book, Breaking the Circuit, offers a reimagined roadmap for an...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Doug Willmore, CEO of World Tree. Doug shares how the company has transformed $17M in investor capital into $300M in sustainable lumber assets by planting a unique fast-growing hardwood that regenerates after harvest. Partnering with over 375 small farmers, World Tree creates long-lasting products, sequesters carbon, and provides investors th...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Kit Gray, President & Co-Founder of PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC). Kit discusses the company’s growth from its early days to becoming a major player in the podcasting space. He shares insights on monetization trends, the rise of video podcasts, the importance of creator communities, and how PodcastOne is innovating with live events, scripted seri...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Shamina Singh, Founder & President, Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, Executive Vice President, Sustainability at Mastercard. Shamina discusses aligning business strategy with social impact, the importance of financial and digital inclusion, and Mastercard Strive—a global program helping small businesses access capital, networks, and di...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Vince Molinaro, Founder & CEO of Leadership Contract, Inc., about his latest book Community of Leaders. Vince explains why organizations must move beyond siloed leadership toward a shared, collaborative approach—especially during times of strategic change. He shares practical strategies for fostering accountability, building relationships acr...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Ujwal Arkalgud, Managing Partner at Investment Ark, about his approach to uncovering the “invisible rules” that shape industries and drive decision-making. Drawing from his background in cultural anthropology and his successful exit from MotiveBase, Ujwal explains how entrepreneurs can identify hidden biases, adapt strategies, and build capit...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Dr. Jennifer Nash, Founder of Jennifer Nash Coaching and Consulting, about her approach to leading in an AI-driven world. Jennifer shares insights from her bestselling book Be Human, Lead Human, emphasizing the importance of identity, empathy, and emotional intelligence in leadership. She discusses how leaders can help teams navigate AI adopt...