The Jason Cavness Experience

Evelyn Smith is a Marketing Ph. D. candidate at the University of Washington studying AI fairness, responsible technology, and the intersection of data, behavior, and ethics. In this episode, Jason Cavness and Evy explore how algorithms shape marketing decisions, why fairness and transparency matter in AI systems, and how game theory can explain everything from business strategy to human motivatio...

Leading Through Change  Kevin Goldsmith, CTO of DistroKid, on Tech Leadership, Music Innovation, and Building Teams That Last From building products at Adobe and Spotify to leading global engineering teams at DistroKid and Anaconda, Kevin Goldsmith has shaped the modern tech landscape. In this conversation with Jason Cavness, Kevin shares lessons from decades of leadership across music, AI, and so...

Leading with Service and Inclusion  Cathy Bisaillon, President & CEO of Easterseals Washington For over two decades, Cathy Bisaillon has led Easterseals Washington with compassion, vision, and a lifelong dedication to inclusion. From her start as an Employment Specialist to becoming President & CEO, Cathy has shaped programs that empower people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in t...

From Astrophysics to AI  Dr. Sean Robinson on Machine Learning, Startups, and the Future of Innovation     From studying gamma rays for NASA to leading AI startups in Seattle, Dr. Sean Robinson has spent his career decoding both the universe and the algorithms shaping our future. In this conversation, Jason Cavness and Sean dive into everything from machine learning ethics and startup funding to c...

Exploring Consciousness, Creativity, and VR Education — David of Blackmuse on Innovation and Transformation     From coding virtual worlds to guiding real-life transformation, David , Founder of Blackmuse , brings a rare mix of technology, creativity, and introspection. With a background spanning project management, VR curriculum design, and life coaching, David's work merges education, mental hea...

From Soldier to Startup Founder Jason Cavness on the Pro Dev Hot Seat In this crossover episode, The Jason Cavness Experience features Jason himself in the hot seat. Recorded during his guest appearance on the Pro Dev Hot Seat , Jason shares lessons from his 25-year U.S. Army career, his path into HR and entrepreneurship, and the challenges of building CavnessHR   a platform delivering HR for comp...

Lighting Up Innovation George Tasick on Pyrobotics, Fireworks Engineering, and the Art of Pyrotechnics     For George Tasick , fireworks are more than spectacle — they're science, culture, and invention fused into one. As Founder of Pyrobotics and a patented inventor, George has spent over 25 years revolutionizing the global fireworks industry, integrating robotics and automation to bring precisio...

Pouring Creativity into Entrepreneurship  Natasha Petrovich on PNW Bar Events and the Art of Hospitality   From Chicago's hustle to Seattle's Pioneer Square, Natasha Petrovich turned a lifelong passion for creativity, hospitality, and connection into PNW Bar Events — a woman-owned mobile bartending company bringing craftsmanship and personality to every celebration. Jason Cavness sits down with Na...

From Bedside to Boardroom  Emily Cheng on Founding MedVenture and Empowering Traveling Healthcare Professionals Critical-care nurse turned entrepreneur Emily Cheng is the Co-Founder and CEO of MedVenture App , a platform uniting and empowering traveling healthcare professionals across the country. In this conversation with Jason Cavness, she shares how she turned compassion and burnout into innova...

HR Laws Small Businesses Must Follow (49 or fewer employees)   If you have even one employee, you're already on the hook for key HR laws. In this solo episode, Jason breaks down what applies at 1+, 15+, and 20+ employees, how federal and state rules interact, and simple steps to stay compliant while you grow. Includes a Seattle-specific offer: free employee handbooks and HR policies for qualifying...

From Equity to Innovation Chandler Lewis on Building Social Impact, Mental Health Advocacy, and Startup Ecosystems   Founder, educator, and community leader Chandler Lewis has spent his career bridging equity, entrepreneurship, and mental health. As Managing Director of 360 Social Impact Studios and Director of Equity & Inclusion at the Cross Cultural Health Care Program, Chandler helps organizati...

Startup Founders: Finding the Right Investor — Insights from Tacoma Startup Week Recorded live at the inaugural Tacoma Startup Week , this panel brings together founders and investors for a candid discussion about what it really takes to attract the right backers. Hosted by Jason Cavness, the conversation explores how founders can align vision, values, and strategy with investors who truly add val...

Startup Founders: Unicorns and Rainbows — The Hard Truths of Building a Business (Tacoma Startup Week Panel) Recorded live at the first-ever Tacoma Startup Week , this panel— Startup Founders: Unicorns and Rainbows —pulls back the curtain on what entrepreneurship really looks like. Jason Cavness moderates a candid conversation with founders who share the highs, lows, and lessons of startup life. T...

Creativity, Comedy, and Global Storytelling — Eurah Lee on Founding KaMi and Staying True to Your Passion Award-winning video producer and entrepreneur Eurah Lee blends art, humor, and global culture in everything she creates. As Co-Founder and Chief Creative at KaMi , Eurah has produced viral campaigns and cinematic brand stories for startups and major clients alike. In this episode, she and Jaso...

From Mobile Hustle to Industry Leader  Shonta Riles on Building Poppin Notary and Delivering Unmatched Customer Service Entrepreneur and U.S. Military Brat Shonta Riles turned a home-based mobile notary hustle into Poppin Notary , a thriving business known for reliability, community engagement, and stellar service. In this conversation, Jason Cavness and Shonta unpack how perseverance, vision, and...

Ethical AI and the Future of Intelligence Janna Hong on Neuroscience, Machine Learning, and Building Inclusive Tech Communities Episode Highlights • Why AI ethics must evolve with human behavior • How neuroscience and machine learning overlap • Building Interactive Intelligence (i²) after the pandemic • Making complex technology accessible to all • Lessons from turning survival into social impact...

Legacy, Leadership, and the Business of Sports — Steve Banks on Empowering Athletes Beyond the Game • How Banks Sports Ventures develops athletes as business leaders • Lessons from working with NBA legends • What "legacy" really means in sports and entrepreneurship • The importance of mentoring the next generation • Why investors should focus on people before products Call to Action 🔗 Full episod...

Building a Visual Strategy Empire — Amy Balliett on Founding Killer Visual Strategies and Leading Creative Teams From running her first business at 17 to becoming a Senior Fellow of Visual Strategy at Material, Amy Balliett has lived the founder's journey from bootstrapped beginnings to global creative leadership. In this episode, she and Jason Cavness dive into: • How visual communication drives...

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Taylor Tate - CoFounder BlackMuse - Philosophy Teacher  Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP.  www. CavnessHR.com CavnessHR Crowdfunding Campaign We are doing an equit...

Sarah Bell co-founder, Startup Building Adviser and Head of Customer Success at LeapSheep. Go to  www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor  CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www. CavnessHR.com CavnessHR Crowdfu...

Glenn Akramoff - Founder & CEO, Akramoff | Reimagining Workplaces | Creating healthy work environments across the USA Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms.  Sponsor  CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www. Cavn...

Michael (MG) Alcock - CMO Quoala Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com  for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms.  Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www. CavnessHR.com CavnessHR Crowdfunding Campaign We are doing an equity crowdfunding campaig...

S hannon (Shay) Huffman Polson - Founder, The Grit Institute, Leadership Speaker and Author  Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP.   www. CavnessHR.com CavnessHR Crowd...

Arkady Kulik - Founding Partner rpv -Deep Tech VC | Neuro | Photonics | New energy  Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com  for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www. CavnessHR.com  CavnessHR Crowdfunding C...