The Mark Haney Podcast

Our guest for this episode, Eva Shepherd, is an executive director of Chicostart with a captivating journey in startup support. Using her unique experiences as a former venture capitalist in the Bay Area and her current position in Butte County, Eva illuminates the essence of intellectual property in businesses: the people behind the ideas. We explore her perspective on the vibrant energy of entre...

Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sarah Almilli, a Doctor of Pharmacy who has devoted her career to addressing the critical gaps in the healthcare system. With her unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise, Sarah identifies the stressors leading to widespread burnout among medical professionals and the subsequent implications for patients and the overall...

Get ready to unlock untapped potentials with our guest, Armando "Dr. Mondo" González, Psy. D. An expert on personal and professional development, Dr. Mondo will share his unique methods of empowering individuals to discover and harness their unique strengths. He’ll reveal his work with high-level athletes and CEOs, and how he assists them in pushing their boundaries for even greater successes.  In...

Join me for an enlightening conversation with Anthony Romano, the dynamic CEO of CREtelligent, where we unlock the fascinating world of real estate. Discover how CREtelligent is taking the industry by storm, leveraging micro-market insights, property intelligence, and obligatory diligence services to disrupt the traditional realm of real estate. Anthony, with his clear views on organic growth and...

Explore the revolutionary world of the creator economy with our special guest, Spencer Bardsley, the mind behind Shared Vision. In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of managing posts across multiple platforms using artificial intelligence and proprietary technology. Spencer shares how Shared Vision's innovative AI system is simplifying affiliate marketing, and how they are reducing friction...

Discover the power of creative collaboration in Sacramento's entrepreneurial scene with Kenneth "KJ" Johnston and Joshua Hanosh, the dynamic duo behind Pitch Your Passion. In this episode, they share their individual journeys of how they came together and how they're combining their skills to create an exciting venture fusing the worlds of art and marketing. Find out how their partnership has give...

In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Chris Russell from Stoel Rives LLP, exploring the evolution of Sacramento's entrepreneurial ecosystem and the role he has played in shaping it. Chris takes us through the beginnings of the startup scene in the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. We also discuss the growth of the innovation awards program in Sacramento, celebrating local entrepreneurs who t...

In this captivating episode, join us as we explore the incredible impact of the National Black Entrepreneurs Project with Chris Horton, CEO and Global Director of Strategic Initiatives for the National Black Entrepreneurs Project and Founder of Extending a Helping Hand. Discover how Chris and his team are empowering black and African-American entrepreneurs by connecting them to $100 million in fin...

Discover the secrets to maximizing the value of your business and ensuring a successful exit with our special guest, Jay Ezzell, founder and managing director of Natoma Wealth. We'll uncover the critical steps you need to take, regardless of the stage in your company's life cycle, and discuss the importance of rewarding key employees during a sale. Join us as we explore the challenges of transferr...

Dive into Sacramento's thriving entrepreneurial scene with our latest episode featuring Cameron Law, Executive Director of the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Discover the transformational changes taking place in the region and the power of collaboration and connection in driving entrepreneurial success.💡 Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of Sacramento's startup cul...

EO Sacramento: Unlocking the Power of Connection and Growth for Entrepreneurs In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the world of the Entrepreneurial Organization (EO) Sacramento, exploring the incredible benefits it offers to entrepreneurs looking to connect, learn, and grow.  Hear personal experiences and insights from successful entrepreneurs like Todd, Arik, Jason, Urijah, and Chris, who...

I'm honored to have had the opportunity to speak with Ashlie Bryant, founder of 3Strands Global, about the complex and devastating issue of human trafficking. In this eye-opening episode, we debunk myths, discuss the types of human trafficking, and the industries most affected. With over 40 million victims globally, it's crucial to raise awareness and take action. Ashley shares valuable insights o...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Todd Michaud, CEO of HuLoop, on balancing business success and family life. Todd's incredible journey in the world of tech startups and his passion for both career and family make this conversation truly inspiring. In this episode, we discuss human-centered intelligent automation for enterprises, HuLoop's 'human in the loop intelligent automation' strategy, and...

This episode follows a slightly different format, it comes from an event we recently had called Entrepreneurs Unleased: Bootstrapping Bootcamp.  At this insightful event we dove deep into the challenges and opportunities entrepreneurs face in today's uncertain economy. Our guests, experts in digital marketing, software development, and wealth management, share their experiences in helping startups...

In this insightful episode, I had the pleasure of discussing Mark Hockridge's journey from IBM to entrepreneurship and the importance of leadership and mindset in building successful businesses. We dove deep into the benefits of working for a large organization, adapting to uncertain economic conditions, leading through turbulent times, and fostering a thriving work environment for employees. Mark...

In this episode, I sit down with Edris Bemanian, CEO of Engage3, to discuss the impressive growth and impact of his company, which helps retailers and brands drive store trips by measuring their price image through an end-to-end pricing platform. We dive into the world of first-generation price optimization companies and the future of personalized pricing. Additionally, we discuss the challenges f...

Are you ready to dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship? In this episode, we explore the importance of entrepreneurship, discuss who makes a good entrepreneur, who might not be suited for it, and how to become the entrepreneur of your dreams. Joining us are Ray Bryant from William Jessup University and Eric Knopf, co-founder of WebConnex. We explore topics like raising entrepreneurially mind...

In this inspiring episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Darrell Teat, CEO of Safety Center Inc and the board president of the Sacramento Metro Chamber. We dove into the entrepreneurial revolution happening in our beloved city and discussed how important it is for our community to come together in support of local entrepreneurs. We also explored the concept of success and becoming the best v...

On this episode of The Mark Haney Show, I'm talking to Mark S Allen, a filmmaker and storyteller. We discuss his journey from growing up in Odessa, Texas, to hosting a show on TV, to his eventual career in making movies. We also cover topics such as the movie industry in the digital age, his editing process, and his entrepreneurial venture into ax throwing clubs. We even touch on the great communi...

In this episode, I talk with Evan Schmidt, the CEO of Valley Vision, a non-profit and civic leadership organization. Evan shares how her interest in community issues from a young age propelled her into becoming a leader and the difficulties she faced in making the shift from a young age to becoming a leader. She explains her particular style of leadership, which is characterized by being an introv...

On this episode of The Mark Haney Show, I invited a studio audience to discuss the importance of fitness and exploring the different approaches to getting fit. My guests, Scott Emrich, the owner of Eastwind Yoga, Jessica Winklehausen, the owner of Winks Fitness & Wellness, and Blair Morrison, the owner of Anywhere Fitness, share their experiences and explain how their fitness approaches differ...

In this episode, we explore the journey of John Finegan, who went from working for a major company to becoming an entrepreneur. We delve into the business transformations that occurred two years ago when he hired a new CEO, the focus on recurring revenue, and the hybrid CRM platform. We also discuss the challenges of being heavily dependent on one or two large clients, as well as the impact of rew...

Meet Meghan Phillips, founder of Honey Agency, a creative studio focused on building brands, creating connections with audiences, telling stories, and inspiring passion.  She is also co-founder of Simple Summers, a new tech platform designed to help parents find, sort, filter, organize, and register for summer camps. When she’s not running her companies, Meghan can be found leading the charge for...

The tables are turned in this episode and Mark becomes the one being interviewed. He is interviewed by . Eric is the founder of a digital business firm and host of the Eric Rebelo Podcast Show.  Mark shares a bit about his entrepreneurial story, talks about where he and The Growth Factory are today and he and Eric discuss many more topics.  To connect with Eric check out the links below: www.ericr...

What are the challenges local or main street entrepreneurs face?  Mark switches up the format this episode and has a small group discussion with 5 local entrepreneurs.  Mark is joined by Sunny Singh, Michael Pearson, Brea Laurene, Anthony Wilkins and Nick Millan in a lively conversation where they discuss their experiences, ask some questions and Mark shares some of his wisdom.   Look for more Han...