The DMV (Washington, DC | Maryland | Virginia) Business Show

Dive into the Tequila Trailblazers' Tale! Join host Otto Sevilla in this captivating episode of The DMV Business Show, featuring the remarkable journey of  Donta Henson , Co-Founder and CEO of Los Hermanos Tequila —the pioneering tequila brand in Baltimore, Maryland and the city's very first veteran-owned tequila company. Discover how Donta's love for adventure, nurtured during his upb...

In this episode of The DMV Business Show, meet Raj Khera , a growth expert and former founder, CEO, and CMO of successful SaaS companies. Raised in the DMV area after his early years in India, Raj shares his fascinating entrepreneurial journey. From his start in internet consulting to the creation of  Morebusiness.com , a platform offering valuable business insights, Raj's story is inspiring....

Adam Segal is the CEO and Co-Founder of Cove from Washington, DC!  He is originally from the Boston, Massachusetts area and of course is a big Boston Red Sox fan that as a teenager he worked at Fenway Park selling cokes up and down the aisles and had a lot of fun!  During grad school he started to develop the business plan for Cove and that is where he met his business partner, and came down to Wa...

Join us on The DMV Business Show for an inspiring vodcast episode featuring Margarita Womack, the brilliant mind behind Latin Goodness Foods, famously known as MasPanadas. Tune in as Otto Sevilla engages with Margarita, a Colombian native and evolutionary biology PhD holder turned entrepreneur, in a captivating conversation. Margarita traces her evolution from a biology enthusiast to the CEO of a...

In this week's episode we have Fernando González, Co-Owner and Pitmaster of 2Fifty Texas BBQ in Riverdale Park, Maryland!  They are a handcrafted, wood smoked BBQ restaurant.  Fernando was born and raised during the civil war in El Salvador, and remembers food being scare and adding ingredients to his mothers recipes.  His wife and business partner is third generation of women restaurateur, he...

Join host Otto Sevilla on The DMV Business Show as he sits down with Claudia Salinas , the passionate owner and baker of Angel's Bake Shop located in Lake Ridge, Virginia! Claudia's journey from Bolivia to the U.S. and settling in Lake Ridge paved the way for her love of baking to blossom into a full-fledged business. Discover how Claudia's self-taught skills and early experiences shap...

Join host Otto Sevilla in an inspiring conversation with Ben Wheeler, Founder and CEO of Favor Shots, the Washington, DC-based wellness beverage company on a mission! Discover Ben's journey from college basketball dreams to launching a wellness shot empire. Explore the challenges, triumphs, and the driving force behind Favor Shots' natural two-ounce shots. From gut health to entrepreneursh...

Dive into a captivating episode of The DMV Business Show as host Otto Sevilla sits down with Margaret Lefton , the mastermind behind Yours Truly DC's marketing and programming. Discover the vibrant world of Yours Truly DC , a distinctive boutique hotel located in Dupont Circle in Washington, DC that shatters the mold with its creative, quirky, and sassy vibe amidst D.C.'s neoclassical and...

Join host Otto Sevilla as he brings you an engaging episode featuring a remarkable guest, Robin Fisher , the Founder and CEO of Polished Image and Style headquartered out of the Washington, DC metro area.  Robin has earned her place as one of the top fashion professionals in the bustling DC metro area. In this episode, you'll dive into the world of style and image consulting as Robin unravels...

Embark on a captivating journey with host Otto Sevilla in an exclusive interview featuring Téa Ivanovic , Co-Founder and COO of Immigrant Food . Discover Téa's inspiring transition from tennis player to restaurant industry dynamo. Explore the heartwarming inception of Immigrant Food, a revolutionary DC-based restaurant celebrating immigrants' contributions. Uncover the challenges faced dur...

Unveil the sizzling success story of Hangry Burger in Springfield, Virginia on the latest episode of The DMV Business Show! Join host Otto Sevilla as he introduces the dynamic Co-Owners, Julius Islam and Kochi Rashid, on a flavorful journey that transcends food. Immerse yourself in the inspiring synergy between Julius and Kochi, as they evolve from colleagues to best friends and business partners....

Step into the world of leadership and personal growth with this engaging episode of The DMV Business Show . Join host Otto Sevilla as he sits down with Anne Collier , the visionary Founder and CEO of Arudia , a dynamic firm dedicated to transforming culture, collaboration, and communication headquartered out of the Washington, DC metro area. With over two decades of experience, Anne shares her ins...

Sophia Maroon is the Founder and CEO of SoFine Food, LLC that produces Dress It Up Dressing located in Bethesda, Maryland!  She was born and raised in Washington, DC, went to college in the United Kingdom and spent four years studying in Scotland .  While working at the World Bank in Washington, DC she saw a film about a report they worked on and fell in love with film making which led to the next...

Join Luis Cardenas , the Owner and President of Bargain Movers headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland! They are a successful family-owned moving company in Montgomery County. Lou's journey from sports to sales and entrepreneurship is a testament to the power of discipline and dedication. Discover how Lou's communication skills and valuable mentorship have shaped his success in the DMV are...

Sonia Mundra is the President of Chenega Analytic Business Solutions with headquarters in Lorton, Virginia!  She has grown the company from $0 to over $100 Million in sales and backlog, in less than three years! She is originally from southern Delaware and moved the Washington, DC area to attend Georgetown University and George Washington University and has been here ever since.  She shares her ex...

Join us in welcoming Dan Deist , the Owner of Top to Bottom Services with headquarters in Gaithersburg, Maryland! In a captivating interview discover Dan's inspiring journey from working at a hardware store to becoming an entrepreneur. Learn how he overcame challenges, adapted his business, and found success in the real estate industry. Explore Dan's ventures in home and commercial inspect...

Join  Sid Sharma , the passionate founder of Wild Bay with headquarters out of Baltimore, Maryland! They are a thriving beverage manufacturing company based in Northwest Baltimore. In this captivating episode, Sid shares the fascinating journey of Wild Bay, starting from their humble beginnings as a homegrown brand to becoming a recognized name in the Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia area. He...

Join us with  Dustin Keith , the Owner and Founder of Timber Ridge Table Company out of Ijamsville, Maryland for an engaging and insightful interview! Discover the remarkable story of Dustin's journey from a woodworking enthusiast in his mom's garage to a thriving business owner, specializing in crafting high-end custom tables. Gain valuable insights into his unique approach to sourcing ma...

In this week's episode we have ⁠David Sullivan⁠ , Founder and CEO of ⁠Till⁠ with their headquarter out of Alexandria, Virginia!  It is amazing to hear what Till is doing in helping both the renters and landlords.  David is a local having grown up in the DMV his entire life, living in the McLean and Arlington Northern Virginia area!  Had a passion for travel soccer during childhood, playing all...

Join us for an extraordinary episode featuring Florent De Felcourt , the visionary Founder and CEO of Fresh Baguette , a flourishing bakery business with multiple locations in the DMV (DC, Maryland, and Virginia) area. In this captivating interview, Florent unveils the secret behind his success: an unwavering dedication to his exceptional team and their shared passion for crafting delectable food....

Join us in a captivating conversation with Lois and Bob Gamerman , the inspiring Co-Founders of Soft Stuff Distributors with headquarters in Jessup, Maryland! Gain insights into their entrepreneurial backgrounds and learn how they turned their early business experiences into the establishment of Soft Stuff Distributors, a premier specialty food distributor in the Mid-Atlantic region. Discover thei...

Join Sheena Franklin , the founder and CEO of K’ept Health out of Washington, DC! K’ept Health is an impact health tech company revolutionizing care for individuals with chronic skin conditions. Sheena shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind her company's AI-powered teledermatology platform. Discover how Sheena's own struggles led her to bridge the gap in dermatology care, p...

⁠Colin Tarbert⁠ is President and CEO of the ⁠Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC)⁠ which serves as the economic development agency for Baltimore City. He is a local having grown up outside of Baltimore City, in the Parkville and Towson, Maryland area!  As a child he was involved in Scouting and in high school joined a band playing the guitar.  He had a strong interest in building things which l...

Get ready to be inspired as Lane Levine , Founder and Owner of A Friendly Bread out of Baltimore, Maryland shares the origin story and how they discovered a love for sourdough that transcended the traditional bread-loving audience. Learn how Lane's creative vision led them to develop a bread delivery service akin to a milkman, and how this innovative idea evolved into mouthwatering grilled che...

Join John Balkam , the Founder and Managing Partner of Third Wind Group in Washington, DC. John shares his inspiring journey from being a sports and music enthusiast to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the sports and entertainment industry. He talks about his early career in sports and entertainment, his work in youth education programs, and his book "Three Win Sponsorship: The Next Gene...