The Riderflex Podcast: Inspiring & Hiring

Frank Ricciardi Founder & CEO, Maavee | The Riderflex Podcast Frank Ricciardi, an accomplished executive, spent 13 years at a top-tier cloud tech firm, with five of those years in Hong Kong pioneering an enterprise software business across seven Asia-Pacific nations. The demanding pace eventually led to burnout, prompting a two-year hiatus focused on personal well-being. As he prepared to re-e...

"Will my job be safe from robots? Steve Urban dives deep into the pressing questions of our tech-driven era. As AI programs continue to emerge and reshape industries, it's crucial to stay informed and make wise decisions for your future. Tune in to understand the long-term implications of these advancements and discover why blue-collar and trade skills might just be the most sought-after...

Nurse Doza, MSW Nutrition | The Riderflex Podcast Dr. Jonathan Mendoza, widely known as "Nurse Doza," is a nationally recognized leader in functional medicine based in Austin, Texas. As the founder of MSW Lounge and co-founder of MSW Nutrition, he brings over 15 years of expertise in nutrition and a unique blend of chiropractic and nursing education to his practice. Specializing in liver...

Matt Holman, Founder, Commerce Catalyst, Autoship Cloud | The Riderflex Podcast Matt Holman is a seasoned marketing professional whose journey began in a sign shop, where he developed a passion for the intersection of technology and design. This early experience taught him the invaluable lesson of tailoring messages to specific audiences, a skill he later honed in web design and digital marketing....

Timothy Partasevitch, Co-founder JUGGL | The Riderflex Podcast Timothy is a seasoned business strategist renowned for crafting, scaling, and implementing robust business strategies tailored to both clients and his workplace. With a knack for diving deep into numbers, he meticulously analyzes what's effective and refines what's not, all while enhancing processes through a technical and engi...

Lucas Haldeman, CEO at SmartRent | The Riderflex Podcast Lucas Haldeman is the visionary Chairman, CEO, and founder of SmartRent, bringing over two decades of innovation in property management technology to the real estate sector. His unique blend of tech product development and hands-on real estate experience has led to pivotal roles, including at Colony Starwood Homes and Beazer Pre-Owned Rental...

📢 Attention Companies Looking to Hire! 📢 🔹 Our Purpose & Process: Riderflex is not just another recruiting firm. Based in Denver, Colorado, we're on a mission to create dynamic work environments nationwide. We specialize in recruiting, consulting, and candidate services, ensuring that both clients and candidates thrive. 🔹 Experience Matters: Our executive recruiting process is top-notc...

Megan Dobro, CEO SafeTiva Labs  | The Riderflex Podcast Megan Dobro is a molecular biologist and tenured professor of biology. As the Founder and CEO of SafeTiva Labs in Westfield, MA, her mission is to provide quality cannabis testing that promises reliability, transparency, and fast turnaround times. She promotes diversity and social justice in the sciences and aims to keep humanity at the foref...

Christine Lum Lung, CEO and Founder of Origin Healthcare  | The Riderflex Podcast Christine Lum Lung, MD, MBA, serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Origin Healthcare and is a distinguished alumnus of Stanford University, holding a B.A., and the University of Colorado, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine. She further honed her expertise with an Internal Medicine Residency at the University...

Bub & Scout Vernon, Co-Founders Buoy Water Club | The Riderflex Podcast Brothers Bubby and Scout Vernon, founders of the Buoy Water Club, embarked on an entrepreneurial journey rooted in their love for the environment, surfing, and innovative business concepts. While Bubby, a graduate of Pratt in Brooklyn with a flair for generating ideas, often threw out concepts to see which resonated, Scout...

Joseph Haecker,  Business Strategist & Advisor  | The Riderflex Podcast Joseph Haecker is a seasoned business strategist and advisor with a rich history in lighting design, tech development, and startup creation. With over 12,700 connections, he's authored 17 books available on Amazon and has been an influential voice as a podcast host and guest. As the CEO of his new Business Strategy and...

Tony McDonald, Chairman & CEO, CEA Industries  | The Riderflex Podcast Mr. Anthony "Tony" K. McDonald has held pivotal roles in various esteemed organizations. Since November 28, 2018, he has been the CEO and President of CEA Industries Inc., formerly Surna Inc., and took on the mantle of Chairman by June 24, 2020. His leadership prowess extends to Marz Capital Corporation, where he...

John Barry, President/CEO of Wings Over the Rockies | The Riderflex Podcast John L. Barry, Maj Gen, USAF (Ret), is a distinguished leader with a storied career spanning multiple sectors. As the current President and CEO of the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum (WOTR) in Denver, he has elevated the institution to global recognition, with CNN listing it among the top 20 aviation museums...

Lilly Bond, Founder of Spyce Girlz  | The Riderflex Podcast Lily Bond, the founder of and food lover behind Spyce Girlz. I started Spyce Girlz when I was just 13 years old, driven by my frustration with the limited healthy seasoning options available in grocery stores. Determined to make a difference, I embarked on a mission to reinvent the seasoning world, beginning with the creation of our signa...

Daniel Felt, Founder & CEO of Kura Homes | The Riderflex Podcast Daniel Felt is the Founder and CEO of Kura Homes, an entrepreneurial leader with a passion for the home service industry. Daniel grew up on a hobby farm and began working for the small family business starting at a young age. At age 16, he helped his parents build their dream home on the farm, learning everything from concrete po...

Vic Kennett, the founder of Kerusso, underwent a profound transformation from atheism to faith. Initially skeptical of God and miracles, his encounter with a small New Testament Bible sparked a curiosity that led him to explore the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus. Convinced by the statistical impossibility of these prophecies aligning in one person, Vic embraced Jesus as his Savio...

Charles Gellman, CEO of HIDO Health | The Riderflex Podcast Charles Gellman, MSHI, is the CEO & Co-founder of HiDO Health, a visionary leader driving the transformation of medicine and healthcare through AI-assisted robotics. With a Masters's in Clinical Informatics and a background as an outgoing data scientist, he is a compelling speaker and one of the top voices in the field. Recently f...

Shannon Sisler Crocs Executive Vice President | The Riderflex Podcast Welcome back to the Riderflex podcast for the second time, as we are excited to have Shannon Sisler return as a guest. Currently serving as the Chief People Officer at Crocs since 2017. She played a pivotal role in the organization's turnaround and growth, including the successful addition of HEYDUDE. With an Executive MBA f...

Todd Lancaster is an accomplished senior leadership and strategy consultant, executive coach, and former military officer. With extensive experience working with Fortune 500 companies, he helps individuals, teams, and organizations excel. Todd's expertise spans facilitation, implementation, and performance improvement. He has worked with renowned companies like Afterburner, Franklin Covey, and...

Heather Callender-Potters is a co-founder of PharmaJet and a seasoned professional in private equity fund management and international investments. With 23 years of experience across multiple jurisdictions, she has successfully managed individual investments and financial investment consortiums. Heather holds a BA in International Management from Claremont McKenna College and an MBA from Wharton,...

Steve Urban shares insights on the significance of having an emotional connection during interviews. He provides valuable advice on how to establish rapport and find common ground with the interviewer. Steve Urban's expertise and experience in the field make his perspective on this topic highly valuable Steve Urban discusses the importance of having an emotional connection during interviews. H...

Dr. Joerg Storm  Advisory Board Member Derental Inc. | The Riderflex Podcast Dr. Joerg Storm is a seasoned Digital Transformation leader with a 20-year global track record. He is passionate about infusing technology with a human touch, empowering people, and embracing cultural diversity. With extensive experience leading multicultural teams and driving digital transformations in various organizati...

Luis Escobar | The Riderflex Podcast Luis Escobar is a veteran photographer and active ultra-marathon distance runner. Originally from the Central Coast of California, Escobar currently resides in Cool, El Dorado County. He has been involved in the photography industry for decades, running the photography store Reflections on Broadway in Santa Maria. In addition to his photography work, Escobar is...

Robin Daniels #2 | Riderflex - Recruiting & Sourcing In his second visit to the podcast, we are excited to welcome Robin Daniels, a highly experienced executive with a remarkable career spanning over 20 years in marketing and growth leadership roles at top companies, including Salesforce, Box, LinkedIn, Matterport, and WeWork. As a 3x CMO and a driver of 2.5 IPOs and acquisitions, Robin brings...

David Shillingford Co-Founder & Advisor Everstream Analytics | The Riderflex Podcast David Shillingford is the Chief Strategy Officer of Everstream Analytics, a leading supply chain insights company that enables end-to-end predictive visibility to supply chain risk for many of the world’s best-known companies. In addition to the formation of Everstream, David has led the development of several...