The Business Ownership Podcast

Is cybersecurity in your budget—or in your blind spot? Do you know how vulnerable your business really is? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Greg Tomchick. Greg is a former professional baseball player turned award-winning cybersecurity coach. He has worked with more than 250 world-renowned companies including American Airlines, Caterpillar, and Trinity Rail. He is re...

Are you spending $450/hour time on $50/hour tasks? What if your business could grow without you working more hours?  In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed James Brown. James is the CEO/ Founder of Business Accelerator Institute and Perseverance Squared. With a background in law and business, James launched his first successful business in 1994 and later transitioned to co...

What mechanisms actually drive sustainable growth? What if your business processes were predictable and repeatable? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Nick Foy. Nick - Founder, CEO, Chief Evangelist - Over 30 years of experience working in business and technology consulting and leadership have led Nick to focus on "democratizing ERP" for effective and consistent growth...

Do you have people who challenge your thinking? Are you in the right room for your next level? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Liz Scully. Liz Scully spent 20 years working on big Hollywood films - she’s won an Emmy and her work is multi-Oscar nominated. Now, she's a business strategist and a Mastermind coach and KNOWS business can be ridiculously fun as well as hig...

Are your customers remembering you — or forgetting you? What does your customer journey actually feel like? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Vance Morris. Vance helps business owners get, serve and keep clients for life through creating experiences and response required marketing. He is a Former Birth Control Factory Security Guard turned Disney Leader, turned Bankru...

What if your biggest growth problem isn’t marketing—but sales? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed William Gilchrist. William has over 15 years of experience in tech sales across the globe, including North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. He holds a B.A. in International Relations from Bowdoin College and certifications in Mandarin and TEFL. Starting...

What happens when your brand no longer fits your business? Rebranding isn’t just a logo refresh—it’s a business decision. In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Jim Heininger. Jim Heininger is the Rebrand Man. He leads the efforts of The Rebranding Experts, which he founded in 2017, after 30 years of business and brand strategy experience for P&G, McDonald’s, Anheuser-Busc...

What happens when success still feels heavy? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Renee Hughes.  Renee is an innovator in profit psychology and personal development. She helps you cultivate the mindset for success, gain brand clarity, and enhance your professional reputation. Her unique approach elevates your full potential as an creative entrepreneur, aligning your pers...

What if sales is the missing piece in your business? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviwed Kayvon Kay. Kayvon is a powerhouse in the world of sales and entrepreneurship. Discover the art of sales as a simple transference of energy and connection. Learn from the mastermind behind multiple 7 and 8 figure businesses, and ignite your motivation to chase your dreams. If you're...

Are you building a business your body can’t sustain? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Helen Malinowski. Helen Malinowski is a licensed clinical social worker who transformed her own near-burnout into a thriving seven-figure group practice and now helps established trauma therapists do the same. After discovering Somatic Experiencing in 2019, she built Beacon of Hope...

Could your mindset be quietly capping your income? What changes when your goals start to feel inevitable instead of intimidating? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Nina Cooke. Nina Cooke helps six—and seven-figure entrepreneurs create an unstoppable mindset to build authority and boost their profits. She has worked with 100s of established entrepreneurs, helping them...

Is your growth actually costing you money? Why do so many businesses scale unprofitably? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast, I interviewed Eric Fiegoli. ERIC FIEGOLI co-founded Exbo Group in 2017. Since the firm’s inception, he has helped to provide finance, operations, and strategy support to more than 50 growth-stage companies. Eric focuses much of his time supporting clients’ fun...

Why do so many entrepreneurs feel stuck with their websites? What if your website was simple and stress-free? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Lori Osborne.  Lori Osborne is a speaker, best-selling author, and the Founder and Chief Solution Architect for BizBolster Web Solutions. She specializes in transforming the digital presence for Thought Leaders through FRESH w...

Still undercharging and overworking? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Mandi Ellefson. She helps consulting CEOs uncover their Invisible Advantage™—unlocking $100k+ offers and removing them from day-to-day delivery.  You're told that if you want to scale, you need to … “Stop working in the business.” But most scaling models have services dilute the client impact that...

What if charitable giving could be simpler and more impactful? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed John Bromley, founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, grew up in a family where charity was a core value. Starting his career in corporate finance at PwC and RBC Capital Markets, John later transitioned to work with leading charity law experts, gaining a deep understanding o...

Stuck in a job but dreaming of something more? What if your side business is trying to tell you something? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Lolita Cleveland. Lolita is a Certified Mindset Coach with over 38 years of experience with the Federal Government. Transitioning from a successful career, Lolita now empowers women entrepreneurs to become confident, empowered, a...

What if financial success isn’t the same as fulfillment? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Greg Mazza. Greg Mazza is the current President of Innovations Lighting and has been with the company for 8 years while holding various leadership positions. He has a wide breadth of experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, and within the banking industry.  He is the link...

What if money decisions felt clear—not stressful? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast, I interviewed Lisa Sakai. Lisa is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration and getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 12 years. Lisa's advice provides easy to...

Thinking about launching a product brand? How do you balance health, taste, and consumer demand?  In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Jack Espy. Jack Espy, the visionary behind Spirited Hive, is committed to fostering a community that thrives on enduring connections, placing aspecial emphasis on embracing a harmonious lifestyle. Born in Denver and educated at USC, Jack...

What if your goals happened faster with the right people around you? Wondering How Masterminds Accelerate Business Growth? In this episode of 7-8 Figure Special Series I interviewed Liz Scully. Liz Scully spent 20 years working on big Hollywood films - she’s won an Emmy and her work is multi-Oscar nominated. Now, she's a business strategist and a Mastermind coach and KNOWS business can be ridiculo...

Are you putting everyone else first and yourself last? What if success didn’t require burnout? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Diana Bejasa. When extreme burnout destroyed Diana Bejasa’s ["Beh-HA-suh"] chef career, she realized - hard work and passion are not enough for lasting success. To reclaim her health and start her dream business, Diana quit her job and moved...

Thinking about leaving corporate—but not sure where to start? What if your corporate experience is your biggest advantage? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Deb Boulanger. Debra Boulanger is the CEO of Life After Corporate and the founder of The Launch Lab for women entrepreneurs, the Reliable Revenue Mastermind, and host of the Life After Corporate podcast. She helps...

Chasing unqualified leads is costing you time, money, and momentum. Want better clients—not just more of them? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Mark Osborne. Mark is the  Fractional Revenue Leader for Professional Services & B2B SaaS at Modern Revenue Strategies. Recognized by AdAge Magazine as one of the world’s Top 25 “Marketing Technology Trailblazers” in 2017 and...

What does “next level” actually mean for your business? Could better processes unlock your next stage of growth? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Cary Prejean. Cary, the President, CEO, and founder of Strategic Business Advisors, brings over 35 years of expertise to growing businesses. He champions streamlined business practices, simplifying financial insights to jus...

What if marketing worked like architecture, not guesswork? Do you know what’s actually driving your marketing results? In this episode of The Business Ownership Podcast I interviewed Emiliano Giovannoni. Emiliano Giovannoni is a global-minded marketing executive and consultant based in Brisbane, Australia with twenty years of marketing management experience working for international organizations...