The Dead Pixels Society Podcast

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Peggy Beauregard , a veteran in the world of commercial real estate, graces us with her presence to share over four decades of wisdom. Discover how Peggy transitioned from hands-on property management to becoming a limited partner, reaping the rewards of real estate without the everyday grind. Learn the ins and outs of diversifying income streams and the strate...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets of strategic financial guidance for small businesses with Stewart Ervin , the fractional CFO from Bracket Management , who is redefining how businesses can thrive without a full-time CFO. This episode promises to demystify how fractional CFOs empower small enterprises to break through growth barriers, regain financial control, and prepare for...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock neuroplasticity's secrets and control your cognitive destiny with our guest, Stu Morris . He unravels the brain's incredible ability to adapt and evolve, emphasizing that forgetting is more about recall than loss. Morris sheds light on how impactful experiences forge stronger neural pathways and offers strategies to counteract age-related cogni...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets of Google Ads with insights from John Horn , CEO of StubGroup , as we explore the dynamic landscape of digital advertising. Learn the critical distinctions between SEO and paid Google Ads, and discover how strategic ad placements can significantly boost your return on ad spend. Horn shares his expertise in navigating the competitive nature of...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Discover how a location scout from New York City transformed into a trailblazing entrepreneur in our latest episode featuring Justin Benson , co-founder of Aftershoot . Benson takes us through his journey, from his passion for photography on TV sets as a location scout o capturing magical moments at weddings. He reveals the challenges of managing thousands of i...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Gwendolyn (Wendy) Bounds , an accomplished journalist, author and tech executive, shares her journey from journalism at the Wall Street Journal to the fast-paced world of tech startups. The episode kicks off with a remembrance of the 1994 Photo Marketing Association convention, where Bounds and Dead Pixels Society host Gary Pageau first met and witnessed the da...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Discover the secrets of Europe's tech innovation with Rick Molenaar, the commercial director of FastEditor, as he takes us on an engaging journey through the company's transformation from a humble software provider in the Netherlands to a global powerhouse in photo editing. We'll explore how the vibrant European tech scene, with its unique challe...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets to driving business success with SEO expert Senthil Kumar as he shares his remarkable journey from entrepreneurship to mastering search engine optimization. Discover how Kumar transformed his university cleaning service project into a springboard for future ventures, harnessing the power of SEO to propel his notebook and t-shirt printing busi...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Discover how Shena Marie White overcame a tax disaster to not only save her concrete repair business but transform it into a thriving enterprise. After a shocking betrayal by her accountant, White faced the daunting task of reconstructing three years of financial records to confront the IRS. Her journey of resilience and determination didn't just stop at s...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Roui Kamienowicz experienced a life-changing shift from the world of law to the vibrant realm of photography, and she's here to share that story with us. Her journey from a career in law to leading Samy's Camera in Los Angeles is as inspiring as it is insightful, beginning with a transformative photo workshop in Death Valley and culminating in her pas...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Ever wondered how a childhood fascination can shape an entire career? Liz Snyder, the creative force behind Elizabeth Snyder Photography, takes us on an inspiring journey from her early days in her aunt's attic studio to becoming a full-time photographer. Snyder candidly shares how her passion for photography was ignited by the magic of the darkroom and ho...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if mastering the art of influence could transform your business relationships and career? Join us for an enlightening conversation with entrepreneur and author Gary C. Laney , who shares his fascinating journey from a family of entrepreneurs to success in high-tech and eventually entrepreneurship. With insights from mentorship under Stephen Covey , Laney o...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if you could harness the power of online reviews to transform your business's reputation? Join us as we chat with DJ Sprague , the CMO of Shopper Approved , about the art and science of online reputation management. Sprague sheds light on how companies can partner with platforms like Google and Bin g to amplify their online presence, strategically col...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the potential of your small business with expert insights from Zaid Ammari , founder of PPC Masterminds , as we dissect the world of Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising. Discover how to effectively leverage Google Ads, Bing Ads, Amazon Ads, YouTube Ads, and Pinterest Ads to target local customers and drive foot traffic to your brick-and-mortar store. Ammari...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if the photographers you once directed suddenly told you to pick up a camera yourself? Join us as we chat with Enzo Dal Verme , the acclaimed fashion photographer who did exactly that! From his beginnings running a PR agency to becoming a celebrated photographer for magazines like Vanity Fair and The Times, Dal Verme takes us behind the scenes of his incre...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets of effective networking with Dave Castro , the mastermind behind the Icebrekr app. Have you ever wondered how to make meaningful connections at networking events, especially if you're an introvert? Castro's journey from juggling multiple jobs to creating a game-changing networking tool is inspiring. He shares his insights on maximiz...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Prepare to be inspired by the legendary Scott Bourne as he takes us on an extraordinary journey through his illustrious five-decade career in photography. From his serendipitous beginnings at the Indianapolis 500 to becoming a revered figure in outdoor nature and bird photography, Bourne's story is one of passion, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of ex...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Want to discover the secret to standing out in a crowded market? Join us as we chat with Barry LaBov of LaBov Marketing and Communications , a former rock musician turned marketing maestro. LaBov takes us on his unique journey, offering invaluable insights into the world of marketing, sales, promotions, and advertising. Learn from his experiences with iconic br...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if you could turn a passion into a thriving business? Join us as we chat with Heather Crowder , founder of Heather Crowder Modern Portraits , about her extraordinary journey from the depths of the ocean as a professional scuba diver to capturing life's precious moments through her lens. Crowder reveals how her early experiences teaching scuba diving a...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! What if the print industry isn't dying, but instead is on the brink of a breakthrough? Join us as Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society chats with Henrik Müller-Hansen , the founder and CEO of Gelato , who is revolutionizing the world of local, on-demand printing. Hear Müller-Hansen recount how a small village in Sweden and the teachings of business icon...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Is your business prepared for a seamless transition when it's time to exit? In this Dead Pixel Society podcast episode, Gary Pageau brings back seasoned business coach and retailer Peter Mohr , who dishes out actionable insights on aligning the "five P's"—promise, product, process, people, and profit—to ensure a smoother exit strategy. Learn...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets of capturing everyday magic with lifestyle expert and entrepreneur Alexandra Nolan on this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast. Nolan takes us through her transformative journey from being an original blogger to a lifestyle expert, revealing how she swapped professional-grade cameras for the convenience and versatility of smartphone ph...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets to commanding your worth and mastering emotional selling! Join us as we sit down with James I Bond , an author and behavioral management specialist, who takes us through his fascinating journey from an apprentice photographer in Montreal to a magnate in photography and advertising. Discover how a stolen photograph and a million-dollar lawsuit...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Curious about how digital imaging transformed an entire industry? Join us for an insightful conversation with Debbie Gainsford, a veteran small business consultant and coach from Australia, as she recounts her pioneering days at Getty Images during their revolutionary shift to a fully digital platform. Gain a unique perspective on the early challenges of digita...

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text! Unlock the secrets to making every girl feel special and beautiful with Sheryl Bashore , the visionary behind Sheryl Z Photography . From her early days in her father's darkroom to her thriving career in event and dance photography , Sheryl shares her incredible journey and the passion that drives her. Learn how she transitioned from hobbyist to profession...