Mission Matters Innovation with Adam Torres

On Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Aleksandra Gajer⁠, Founder at The Gajer Practice. Aleksandra shares why she left emergency medicine to focus on metabolic optimization, hormone balance, sleep, movement, and whole-person care—helping high performers achieve longevity and everyday vitality. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information...

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Elias Arjan, Founder & CEO of Healthspan Productions, about the Healthspan Summit 2025 in Los Angeles. Arjan shares his 30-year journey in performance and wellness, his mission to help people live 100 healthy years or more, and how the summit is bringing together the best evidence-based leaders, brands, and innovations in longevity. F...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres  talks with Louis Christou, CEO of Ark Dynamics LLC, about building a direct-drive motion simulator that delivers pro-level realism at a fraction of the cost. Louis shares the scrappy origins, breakthroughs in heat management, and his mission to create an open, community-powered ecosystem that puts immersive simulation within reach for all. Follow Adam on Instagram...

On Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Silvia Cerolini⁠, CEO of Eyes on the Future, about her journey from mother to global advocate. Inspired by her daughter’s diagnosis with a rare eye disease, Silvia shares how her organization is uniting families worldwide, advancing research, and co-developing gene therapies to bring hope to patients and communities everywhere. Follow Adam on Instagram...

⁠Adam Torres⁠ had a talk with ⁠Jonathan Shroyer⁠, CEO of Quimbi.ai, to unpack his new venture: “agentic AI” super agents that plug into a company’s stack (game data, Jira, CRM, Reddit, etc.), pre-draft hyper-personalized replies, flag fraud, suggest incentives, and help agents architect player/customer outcomes. Jonathan shares early traction (founded in May, first customers live, 20+ in pipeline)...

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...

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 Le...

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...

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...

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres talks with Emily Musil, Managing Director of Environmental & Social Innovation, Milken Institute, about the Milken–Motsepe Prize and its 2025 focus on AI in manufacturing. Emily explains the $2M award, wraparound support, and why this cycle targets Series A+ companies operating in Africa for 2+ years. She shares how Milken’s 12,000+ entrepreneur community is expandi...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Stacy Richter, CEO of Live Lingua, about his mission of people, purpose, and profit. Stacy explains how Live Lingua’s full stack approach—combining technology, live tutors, and cultural immersion—empowers individuals and organizations to communicate authentically and thrive in today’s global economy. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Jessica Parker⁠, President of Wise Bites LLC. Jessica explains how her passion for learning and research led her to focus on AI and cybersecurity. She reveals why 9 out of 10 U.S. organizations face cyberattack risks, and offers practical steps business leaders can take to secure their systems. Her mission is to translate complex ideas int...

In this episode of the Mission Matters Podcast, host Adam Torres interviews Kyle Whitehill, CEO of Avanti Communications, about the power of satellite connectivity in reaching underserved communities. Kyle explains how Avanti is helping bridge the digital divide, empowering rural populations with education, healthcare, and economic opportunities through reliable internet access. Follow Adam on Ins...

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 bac...

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 c...

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres welcomes Janet Foutty, former Chair of Deloitte to Championing Women’s Health & Impact-Driven Innovation , now advising across technology and women's health in both venture and non-profit sectors. They discuss Janet's transition from Deloitte to focusing on women's health, her personal experiences as a breast cancer survivor, and her commitment to im...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Mark Del Monte⁠, CEO & Executive VP of the American Academy of Pediatrics, about how his organization is fighting for better health outcomes for children. From the importance of Medicaid to addressing rising mental health challenges, Mark shares why a child-first approach to healthcare policy benefits all of society. This interview is part...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Doug Drysdale⁠, CEO of Cybin, about the groundbreaking work his company is doing to develop psychedelic-based treatments for mental health conditions. From clinical trials to regulatory challenges, Doug shares his mission to transform suffering into healing through next-generation therapeutics. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.inst...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Yariv Cohen⁠, CEO of Ignite Power, about the company’s mission to connect 100 million people across Africa to affordable solar power by 2030. With 18 million lives already impacted and partnerships like Mission 300 and the World Bank, Yariv reveals how technology, logistics, and bold vision are reshaping communities through sustainable ene...

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Jean Oelwang, Founding CEO of Planetary Guardians and Virgin Unite, on her groundbreaking efforts to unify global leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs in preserving Earth’s health. Jean discusses the Planetary Boundaries framework, the urgency of the five-year climate window, and how collaboration—not fear—can drive lasting environmental im...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Karen Ho⁠, Founder and CEO of Lumina BioConsulting, about her mission to fast-track therapies for pediatric rare diseases. Drawing on personal experience and deep scientific expertise, Karen explains how cutting-edge biotech and regulatory flexibility are opening new doors for children previously left without options. This interview is par...

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Van Tucker, Vice President at Harbor Lockers, about his mission to empower businesses—from solo entrepreneurs to Fortune 500s—with accessible locker technology. Van shares how Harbor Lockers is building the largest public locker network in the U.S., enabling solutions like bear spray rentals in Alaska and lost-and-found recovery for W...

In this Mission Matters episode,⁠ Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Ilana Golant⁠, Founder and CEO of Food Allergy Fund, on her mission to tackle food allergies as a critical health crisis. Ilana shares her personal story, why prevention and gut health are key, and how she’s uniting science, funding, and patient voices to find a cure. This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Missi...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Daniel Newman⁠, CEO of The Futurum Group, live from the Milken Global Conference in Beverly Hills. Daniel shares insights from advising 100+ major tech CEOs and explores how AI, geopolitics, and data centers are converging to reshape the global economy—and what that means for business leaders today. This interview is part of the Milken Glo...

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Alex Kotran⁠, CEO & Founder of The AI Education Project (aiEDU). Together, they discuss how K–12 education must adapt to equip students with real-world AI readiness—not just literacy—and why that distinction matters now more than ever. This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the ⁠⁠⁠...