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Sunny Sheu is the Co-founder of Mpowered Families, a company dedicated to helping high-achieving entrepreneurial couples intentionally balance their family and business lives. His entrepreneurial journey began at a young age, assembling bikes at his family's toy shop, and he later expanded the business into furniture retail. Sunny continuously seeks personal and professional growth through organiz...

Dave Jackson is the Head of Podcasting at Podpage and a podcast consultant at the School of Podcasting. With a career spanning almost two decades in podcasting, he launched his first podcast in 2005, and his show about podcasting has been downloaded over 3.1 million times. Dave has helped hundreds of people launch their podcasts and is the author of Profit from Your Podcast. With a bachelor's degr...

Tony Lillios is a leadership coach, entrepreneur, Ironman athlete, and Founder of Spec Products, a design and engineering firm recognized for its innovative tech accessories. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Tony successfully built Spec Products into a market leader before selling it to Samsonite in 2014, and he continues to invest in ventures through Ringleader Ventures. He is al...

Melissa Morris is the Founder of Agency Authority, an operations consultancy specializing in helping agency owners improve efficiency, streamline processes, and increase profitability. With over a decade of agency experience, Melissa has worked with high-profile clients and honed her expertise in scaling businesses, client management, and operational strategies. She is passionate about helping age...

John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley,  and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podc...

Tracy Marlowe is the CEO and Founder of Creative Noggin, a company specializing in building, stewarding, and marketing evocative brands for purpose-driven organizations. With over 20 years of experience and numerous awards, Tracy built Creative Noggin in 2008 to foster a supportive, family-first work environment long before remote work became mainstream. As an advocate for impactful marketing, she...

John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley,  and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podc...

Dr. Jeremy Weisz is the Co-founder of Rise25 Media, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. Dr. Weisz has been involved in podcasting for 11 years and was a senior producer for early business podcasts. He helped put all of their systems in place and helped them add volume, feature...

Melanie Balke is the Founder and CEO of The Email Marketers, a company specializing in helping 8-figure DTC brands grow their revenue and build strong communities through retention marketing. With a deep-rooted passion for entrepreneurship, she built her agency to challenge the flawed traditional model by focusing on genuine client care and exceptional results.  Before founding The Email Marketers...

Kathryn Korostoff is the President and Lead Instructor at Research Rockstar, which provides training and staffing for professionals pursuing market research excellence. With over 30 years of experience and having conducted over 600 primary research studies, Kathryn remains passionate about driving business innovation through fresh, objective customer insights. A key focus of her work is promoting...

Michael Moore is the Founder and CEO of M3 Networks, a full-service IT support powerhouse serving small to medium-sized businesses in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. With over a decade of experience, Michael has successfully transformed his one-person consulting operation into a thriving business, earning recognition for his innovative approaches, including a highly effective strategy for garneri...

Finnian Kelly is the Founder of Intentionality Inc., a methodology designed to help everyday people create extraordinary futures. He is a keynote speaker, high-performance coach, and author of the book Intentionality, known for his immersive breathwork experiences that empower people to shift their mindset and truly feel what life offers.  A retired Australian Defense Force Officer and a graduate...

Jason Swenk is the Founder of Agency Mastery 360, a company dedicated to helping digital agency owners grow and scale their businesses. With over 20 years in the agency space, he has built and sold his agency, and he now leverages his experience working with brands like AT&T, Hitachi, and Lotus Cars to mentor other agencies.  In addition to hosting the Smart Agency Masterclass podcast, the #1 podc...

Andrew (Andy) Plank is the Founder of Blue Eagle Logistics, which specializes in moving freight critical to people's lives. With 25 years of experience in the corporate world, working for Fortune 150 and Fortune 25 construction material companies, Andy transitioned into entrepreneurship about 10 years ago. In 2013, he launched his own logistics firm during an era where supply chain discussions wer...

Seth Casden is the Founder and CEO of Hologenix, a material science company known for its innovative product, CELLIANT, designed to amplify human potential and overall health. Hologenix's innovative textiles, which harness the power of infrared for enhanced performance and health, have led to partnerships with renowned brands such as AEON, Bear, Decathlon, DFND, Medline, and Under Armour. Seth has...

Zachary Kushel is the Founder and Managing Partner of Marin Sonoma Impact Ventures (MSIV), a venture capital fund focused on local startups within the North Bay region. With a diverse professional background, including experience at the White House, Wall Street, and Silicon Valley, Zachary has been instrumental in building a thriving local business community. Before founding MSIV in 2020, he serve...

Barry Shulman is a seasoned talent advisor, executive search expert, and Predictive Index expert with over 30 years of experience working with various executive teams. He began his career in New York City on Madison Avenue as a recruiter before founding his management consulting firm in Silicon Valley during the early 1990s, navigating the ups and downs of the tech boom and bust. Barry is known fo...

Brett Winn is the Founding Partner and Executive Creative Director at The Refinery AV, an LA-based entertainment marketing agency that specializes in crafting compelling promotional materials for film and television. He began his career at Ithaca College, studying theater and film, and has since worked with major companies like FX Networks, Fox Broadcasting, and Disney before co-founding The Refin...

Rishi Khan is the President of Extreme Scale Solutions and the Chief Technology Officer at AKOS Solutions, companies that specialize in large-scale simulation, analysis, and leveraging AI and high-performance computing to solve complex challenges. With a PhD in Computational Biology, Rishi has spearheaded transformative AI projects in collaboration with industry leaders like DARPA and Qualcomm. Hi...

Lucien Harriot is the Executive Producer at Mechanism Digital, a New York City-based studio specializing in visual effects, animation, innovative media, and marketing within the entertainment sector. With over 25 years of experience in visual effects and creative work, he is a member of the Producers Guild of America and has contributed significantly to feature films and corporate projects. Lucien...

Carson Wagner is the Founder and CEO of Lifetime of Love Nannies, a 24/7 nanny and babysitting agency that serves the Reno, Tahoe, Truckee, and Las Vegas areas. Since its inception in 2019, the agency has grown significantly, employing over 60 people and expanding its services to include special needs care, pet sitting, and housekeeping.  Carson has a notable background in behavioral therapy and a...

Mike Hutzel is the Co-founder and CEO of EagleONE Group, a technology-enabled company specializing in customer experience, lead generation, digital marketing, and the PSP marketplace. Under his leadership, EagleONE is renowned for its comprehensive business development solutions, utilizing top-tier technology and expert knowledge to boost client customer experiences and market expansion. With a ba...

Ginger Zumaeta is the Founder and CEO of Motive3, a brand positioning, communications, and storytelling firm helping f advising businesses on effectively positioning and communicating big ideas. With over 20 years of experience in marketing and brand design, she is a three-time Emmy Award-winning writer and producer recognized for her innovative approach to marketing and storytelling.  Starting he...

Andrew Eklund is the Founder of Ciceron, a digital agency established in 1995 that has been at the forefront of the online marketing industry, helping brands navigate the complexities of the digital landscape. Ciceron is celebrated for its innovation and recognized as one of the fastest-growing digital agencies by AdWeek, Inc. 5000, and the Business Journal's Fast 50, highlighting significant cont...

Dan Longhouse is the Founder and President of LHT Learning, a professional eLearning consulting firm providing innovative training services to Fortune 500 companies. With over 25 years immersed in the learning industry, Dan has a strong passion for leveraging technology and creativity to enhance organizational learning and impact. Under his leadership, LHT Learning has earned a reputation for its...