Next In Time

Chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout have become everyday realities for millions of people. While medications and coping mechanisms can provide temporary relief, many individuals are searching for science-backed solutions that address the root cause of nervous system dysregulation rather than simply masking the symptoms. Jon Hacker is helping redefine the future of mental wellness through neurotec...

Many businesses struggle to grow not because they lack talent, but because they misunderstand what truly drives human behavior. Sales conversations stall, teams lose motivation, workplace tensions go unaddressed, and leaders often respond with more processes instead of solving the underlying issues. The result is lower performance, weaker relationships, and missed opportunities. Joe Rockey helps b...

Many entrepreneurs spend years searching for the “perfect” business idea, only to get stuck in planning, uncertainty, or fear of taking the first step. In a world obsessed with venture capital and overnight success stories, it's easy to overlook how some of the most successful companies are built through persistence, customer demand, and relentless execution. Marc Pitts is a living example of...

What if your morning coffee could be ready before you even pull into the drive-thru? In this episode of The Next In Time Podcast , I sit down with Jane Lo and Rob Whitten , the co-founders of ** p!ng , a venture-backed startup reimagining the drive-thru experience through robotics, automation, and intelligent customer recognition. Instead of building traditional coffee shops with large footprints,...

What if your wardrobe could help you save time, reduce waste, improve your confidence, and make better decisions every day? In this episode of The Next In Time Podcast , I sit down with Lacey Cadieux-McLean , founder and CEO of Rhubaia Ventures , a Calgary-based fashion-tech company redefining how women interact with their clothing through sustainable apparel and AI-powered technology. Raised on a...

Property investors today are overwhelmed by rising costs, market uncertainty, poor advice, and the risk of making expensive mistakes. At the same time, many business owners are trying to grow their companies but find themselves trapped in day-to-day operations, with success coming at the expense of freedom and time. Hadley Nightingale helps people solve both problems . As CEO of New Zealand Proper...

Many professionals today feel stuck in the 9-to-5 — trading time for money, facing limited upside, and unsure how to transition into business ownership without taking on massive risk. While entrepreneurship sounds appealing, the uncertainty, lack of guidance, and fear of failure stop most people before they even begin. Rich Potter helps professionals make that transition with clarity and structure...

Local businesses today are losing customers every day — not because of poor service, but because they simply can’t answer every phone call. Missed calls often mean missed revenue, lost appointments, and opportunities that never come back, especially in a world where customers expect immediate responses. Laurent Cohen is solving this problem with voice-first AI. As Founder and CTO of GetOblic, he i...

Grocery shoppers today are dealing with rising prices, confusing promotions, and very little transparency around where they can actually save money. For everyday families, comparing costs across stores can be time-consuming, frustrating, and often ineffective — especially when the system has long favored retailers over shoppers. Andy Ellwood is bringing transparency and real savings back to the gr...

Many organizations still rely on manual inventory tracking—counting items by hand, estimating usage, or entering data after the fact. This often leads to inaccurate reporting, wasted inventory, and costly operational blind spots. That’s the problem Countifi and it's founder David Hailey are solving by using AI and computer vision to automatically track inventory and provide real-time insights....

Mark Roesler, President and Chief Revenue Officer at HubSpark, a fast-growing SaaS/fintech platform that empowers small and mid-sized businesses by simplifying operations, automating customer communications, driving local SEO visibility, and centralizing CRM and marketing tools into one unified experience--and bye the way, they don't charge you for it. Which is definitely outside of the norm....

Manufacturers and distributors today are under pressure from every direction — outdated legacy systems, disconnected sales and marketing teams, rising customer expectations, and competitors who are moving faster online. Many are investing in eCommerce but struggling to see real ROI, operational clarity, or sustainable momentum. Ethan Giffin, Founder and CEO of Groove Commerce, helps manufacturers...

Dave Gulas transitioned from a successful, twenty-year executive career in the medical and pharmaceutical industries to co-founding EZDC 3PL , a Kentucky-based third-party logistics firm specializing in reliable warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation for manufacturers and e-commerce companies. Driven by a commitment to personalized service and quick response times, EZDC 3PL focuses on provid...

If you recall our previous guest from Episode 123, Nick Jain, who was the CEO of IdeaScale, he has now sold the company and started a new venture and I've invited him back on to talk about it, which is Eagle Rock CFO Services. Nick is the co-founder of Eagle Rock CFO Services, helping small businesses get elite financial advice without the Fortune 500 price tag. He trained as a mathematician a...

Here's a recap episode of one of our previous guests: Mark Herscheberg. Mark is the author of the book, he Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You and creator of the Brain Bump app, which is a platform that helps you retain what you read and hear. Writers, podcasters, speakers, and other content creators have provided the tips and other highlights from their content. It...

Recognized as the media’s go-to cybersecurity expert and creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™, Robert Siciliano is a private investigator, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and the CEO of Protect Now, LLC. As one of the nation’s most trusted voices on cybercrime and identity theft, he has built an unparalleled media track record, appearing on over 500 television shows, contributing to ove...

In this episode, we sit down with Liana Zavo — a global PR powerhouse, personal branding expert, and founder of ZavoMedia PR Group. Liana has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs, startups, and leaders amplify their voice, build unshakable credibility, and craft compelling narratives that resonate in a crowded digital world. She’s a member of the Forbes Business Council, a featured thought le...

In this age of AI, a lot of large enterprises need ways to continue operating and they need fast solutions. Larissa Schneider is someone willing to showcase it. Larissa is the Co-Founder and COO of Unframe.ai which is an enterprise-focused AI platform and managed AI delivery company that helps large organizations build and deploy tailored, production-ready AI solutions quickly and securely — often...

Prediction markets turn uncertainty into probabilities. By aggregating thousands of independent signals—data, behavior, and human judgment—these markets have repeatedly shown higher accuracy than polls and expert forecasts, especially in complex or rapidly changing environments. In this episode, Michael Ulin delves deeper into how his company is making a big impact in this space. Michael is the Co...

Matt Dorman is the Co-Founder and President of Ndevr, a digital infrastructure partner helping manufacturing companies modernize outdated websites and CMS platforms to support business growth, product marketing, and operational efficiency. With 30 years of experience, Matt has built enterprise-grade platforms for brands like Time Inc., Johnson & Johnson, and Fox News. He specializes in bridgin...

David Homan connects people.  His primary skill in life is learning about people, helping them reframe and pitch themselves better, and then creating long-lasting relationships based on the premise that for everyone for whom he connects the dots, they would be described as an action oriented, natural giver with high integrity.  His book,  Orchestrating Connection , published in 2025 is a USA Best-...

DriverAI is redefining the future of brick-and-mortar retail through AI-powered in-store behavior analytics. Founded by Cary Tantlinger , DriverAI helps retailers understand how customers actually shop —from the moment they enter the store to the moment they check out. Using advanced computer vision, machine learning, and sensor intelligence, DriverAI delivers real-time insights on foot traffic, p...

After decades spent as a General Contractor, Brent Lindstrom put together a 10 year plan that helped him reposition himself into the uncertain artistic world of being an independent writer and filmmaker. With a strong background in finance, he was able to use those ten years to go from earning $45k a year to learning how to become a master storyteller and become financially stable enough to focus...

Everywhere you go these days, whether it is a party or a business event, the one thing they serve is alcohol which makes the social scene pretty uncomfortable for those who don't want to get drunk. Michelle Houston is someone looking to change that. Michelle is the the Founder & Visionary of To Be Honest Beverage Co., where she’s creating mindful, sophisticated moments in drinking culture...

For those who love to drink wine but having difficulty understanding the different types available, Jeff Gillis is someone who is the ultimate wine experr who can help educate you and is building a platform that can help people become wine enthusiasts as himself. Jeff, who began his career in the hospitality industry, is the founder of Winelikes which is the ultimate app for wine enthusiasts of al...