The Sparking Entrepreneur Show

In this impactful episode of Sparking Entrepreneur, we welcome Wanda Wallace—executive coach, international speaker, author, and Managing Partner of Leadership Forum, LLC—who challenges leaders to rethink what effectiveness truly means in today’s age of deep expertise. Wanda shares why the most successful leaders are no longer the smartest person in the room, but the ones who elevate the quality o...

In this insightful episode of Sparking Entrepreneur, we’re joined by Lisa Brewer, PCC, CPCC—Certified Leadership & Wellness Coach with over 30 years of experience helping senior managers and directors advance their careers without sacrificing their well-being. Lisa breaks down what it truly takes to grow into your next leadership level: strengthening influence, mastering emotional intelligence...

In this thought-provoking episode of Sparking Entrepreneur, we welcome Nil Demircubuk—author of Down to Earth: Demystify Intuition to Upgrade Your Life, intuition facilitator, and certified professional coach—who bridges the gap between intellect and inner knowing. With a rare background spanning engineering, economics, fintech leadership, and human rights work, Nil shares how intuition is not mys...

In this inspiring episode of Sparking Entrepreneur , we’re joined by Frances Powell—Executive, Presentation, and Performance Coach, Master Facilitator, and Keynote Speaker—who is redefining what true executive presence looks like for today’s women leaders. Frances shares how confidence, authenticity, and conscious leadership come together to create powerful influence—without burnout or self-doubt....

In this powerful episode of Sparking Entrepreneur , we sit down with Judy Micale, globally recognized Executive Leadership Coach, speaker, and creator of the philosophy Communication + Compassion = Change™ . With over 15 years of experience coaching Fortune 100 executives, Judy shares what it truly takes to lead through intense change while building resilient, high-performing teams. From navigatin...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we sit down with Amy P. Wilkins — Messy Middle Mindset Coach, former CRO, podcast host, and executive leadership coach — for an honest and empowering conversation about navigating life’s in-between seasons. After 35 years in media leadership and C-suite roles, Amy understands firsthand what it feels like to step into bigger titles while confidence lags...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we welcome Jeffrey Kendall Sapp — retired U.S. Navy Captain, leadership advisor, motivational speaker, and cancer survivor. Jeffrey’s leadership was forged in the most extreme environments imaginable, from commanding a $1B Navy destroyer to making life-and-death decisions where failure was not an option. In this powerful episode, Jeffrey shares how true...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we sit down with Alison Godfrey, PCC, former CEO for Bill Gates, wellness tech pioneer, and the leadership architect behind some of today’s most transformational executives. With over 30 years of cutting through noise at the highest levels, Alison brings a rare blend of candor, strategy, and visionary insight. In this episode, she shares what leaders re...

Tune in to this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we sit down with Ari Paparo—Founder of Marketecture Media, author of Yield: How Google Bought, Built, and Bullied Its Way to Advertising Dominance , and one of the most influential voices in digital advertising. With over two decades shaping the industry at companies like Google, Nielsen, AppNexus, and Beeswax (acquired by Comcast), Ari...

Tune in to this episode of The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we welcome David Orban—entrepreneur, investor, and futurist—who has been at the forefront of AI, blockchain, and exponential technologies for over two decades. As the Founder of Actioneer and early investor in Bitcoin and Ethereum, David shares how emerging tech is reshaping business, society, and human potential. Discover what it means...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we sit down with Brendan P. Keegan—6-time CEO, 21-time board director, 2-time bestselling author, and visionary leader behind bFEARLESS Ventures. Brendan shares how he transformed six companies with an average 750% enterprise value increase, raised over $10B in capital, and disrupted industries from fleet management to motorsports. Discover his fearless...

Shobhit Chugh, former Google Product Leader and Founder of Intentional Product Manager , reveals how he helps Product Managers transform into respected leaders earning $300K–$900K+ in dream roles at companies like Google, Meta, and Amazon. With over $300M in client offers and 500+ success stories, Shobhit shares powerful insights on leadership mindset, career strategy, and the inner transformation...

Lauren LoGrasso—Webby Award-winning host, executive producer, singer/songwriter, and creative coach—shares her inspiring journey of building a thriving career across media, music, and storytelling. Named one of Podcast Magazine’s 22 Unsung Heroes of Podcasting, Lauren opens up about her work behind hit shows like We Can Do Hard Things and Unlocking Us , as well as her own award-winning podcast Unl...

In this episode, John Rock Foster , President of Middle School MBA , shares how his innovative program is transforming classrooms by teaching business, economics, and entrepreneurship to young students in a fun and engaging way. Discover how Middle School MBA empowers the next generation to think like entrepreneurs, solve real-world problems, and build confidence from an early age. Tune in to lear...

In this episode, Sharon Bone , executive coach and HIMpowerment strategist, breaks down the myths surrounding masculinity and leadership. She shares how male executives can evolve from reactive overdrive to emotionally intelligent, self-led leadership—balancing authority with authenticity. Tune in to discover how vulnerability can become a source of power, helping men lead with courage, connection...

In this episode, Marie Levesque , executive and leadership coach, helps high-achieving professionals navigate the inflection points of their careers with both strategy and soul. She shares how insight, intuition, and radical honesty can unlock emotional freedom, authentic leadership, and a renewed sense of purpose. Tune in to discover how to move from success to true fulfillment—and lead with clar...

In this episode, Tammy Gooler Loeb, executive leadership and career coach, shares how professionals can design careers that align with their values, strengths, and purpose. Drawing from her book Work from the Inside Out , Tammy explores how to overcome limiting beliefs, navigate transitions with confidence, and find fulfillment in your professional journey. Tune in to learn how to shift from simpl...

In this episode, financial fulfillment coach Angela Carlson reveals why so many high achievers feel anxious, guilty, or dissatisfied—despite doing everything “right” with money. Through her work at Carlson Financial Coaching, Angela helps clients close the gap between financial success and true life satisfaction. She shares powerful strategies to silence money guilt, end late-night financial panic...

Tune in as Keziah Robinson, CFA—business strategist, transformation coach, and investor—shares how she helps CEOs and founders navigate growth, uncertainty, and change with clarity and confidence. With over two decades of experience blending finance, design thinking, and behavioral science, Keziah reveals how true transformation begins with mindset shifts, not just metrics. This conversation explo...

Tune in to this episode as Michaun Elise Winborn, CPDC—executive coach, corporate facilitator, and DEI strategist—unpacks what it truly takes to lead inclusively in today’s complex workplaces. Drawing on her expertise in emotional intelligence and cultural competency, Michaun shares how legacy systems and unspoken norms continue to shape leadership—and what leaders can do to rebuild trust, belongi...

Tune in to this episode as Laura Dewey, MA PCC—executive coach, mentor, and creator of Soul-Centered Leadership—shares how leaders can achieve extraordinary effectiveness with ease and authenticity. With over a decade of experience helping high-performing professionals navigate pressure, communication breakdowns, and burnout, Laura reveals how true leadership begins with self-mastery. Discover how...

Alykhan Karim—CEO, 2x founder, and GTM strategist—joins us to share how he’s built and scaled high-performance teams and global marketplaces across the U.S. and Latin America. As the CEO of Sonoma Market, known as “LatAm’s Amazon for food and wine,” Alykhan raised top-tier venture capital, led 100+ employees, and architected multimillion-dollar go-to-market strategies blending SaaS, fintech, and l...

In this inspiring episode, Susan J. Michel—speaker, author, and life coach—shares her powerful journey from despair to serenity. Drawing on the teachings of A Course in Miracles and her book Surrender to Joy: From Suicide to Serenity , Susan helps Millennial women transform emotional pain into growth and self-discovery. She offers spiritual and emotional tools to release fear, embrace healing, and...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we sit down with Randy Wootton, 3x CEO, SaaS growth strategist, and veteran advocate. From driving triple-digit growth at Microsoft and Salesforce to leading RocketFuel, Percolate, and now Maxio, Randy shares battle-tested strategies for scaling companies, executing successful exits, and building high-performing teams. Hear how his Navy background shape...

Tune in to The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as we welcome Shelli Brunswick, visionary thought leader, CEO, author, and global space advocate. Shelli shares her journey bridging the space community with industry, policy, and public engagement, and how she drives innovation, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration. From board leadership to keynote stages worldwide, she explores the intersection of...