Travis Makes Money

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Michael Dodsworth is the founder and CEO of Fanfare, a platform built to help e-commerce brands handle massive product drops without breaking under pressure. With a background as a founding engineer and multiple startup exits—including to Salesforce and Ticketmaster—Michael has spent his career building systems that can handle huge spikes in demand. After years of solving ticketing chaos for live...

Vince Shorb is the founder of the National Financial Educators Council (NFEC), a social enterprise built from the ground up without external funding or institutional backing. Driven by a passion for financial literacy, Vince turned his vision into a nationally recognized organization, reaching a 2025 run rate of over $1 million and reinvesting more than $10 million into financial education initiat...

Justin Goodbread is a multiple-time bestselling author who has sold millions of books, built and exited seven companies ranging from seven to nine figures, and helped countless business owners scale and sell their businesses. Raised by parents who made a conscious decision to change their family’s legacy, Justin learned early that entrepreneurship and responsibility go hand in hand. Today, he’s on...

Rob Finlay is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and commercial real estate investor who has built and sold four companies and started over 15 ventures. As a father of four, sought-after speaker, and mentor, Rob is known for his forward-thinking solutions, strategic insights, and dedication to education. His latest book, Hey Dad: Everything You Should Have Learned But D...

Dr. Elia Gourgouris—known as America’s Happiness Doctor—is a positive psychology expert, executive coach, and bestselling author of Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness. Through his books, keynotes, and coaching, Dr. Elia has helped hundreds of thousands of people achieve happiness and success in their personal and professional lives. He’s also the founder of The Kindness Factor International, a movem...

Amanda Northcutt is a six-time executive with 22 years of experience in consulting, startups, and marketing strategy. After leaving a high-paying Silicon Valley role, Amanda saw a gap: creators and subject matter experts with massive potential, but lacking the CEO-level operational expertise needed to scale. As co-founder and CEO of Level Up Creators and Level Up Creator School, Amanda now helps c...

In this Travis Makes Friends episode, host Travis Chappell sits down in NYC with rising comic Sean Millea, known for his viral Instagram sketches. They dive into how Family Guy and Louis C.K. shaped Sean’s comedy, the truth about scripted vs. off-the-cuff humor, and how going viral isn’t as glamorous as it seems. If you’re grinding in the content world or just love comedy — this one’s got raw insi...

Ilana Golan is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Leap Academy—one of the fastest-growing professional education companies in America. With a track record that includes helping lead a $300 million exit, scaling a startup to $15 million in annual revenue, and raising nearly $1 million from top Silicon Valley investors, Ilana brings deep experience in both corporate and startup worlds....

Ken Ehrman is the founder and CEO of Halo Collar, the leading GPS dog containment system that’s revolutionizing pet safety. With a background in IoT and a history of building tech companies—including taking one public in 1999—Ken teamed up with celebrity dog behaviorist Cesar Millan to create a next-generation “invisible fence.” Since launching in 2018, Halo has quadrupled sales, surpassed $100 mi...

Dean Kinzer is an ancient coin enthusiast, YouTuber, and entrepreneur on a mission to bring the magic of history—literally held in your hand—to more Americans. What started as a family hobby, inspired by his collector father, has grown into a side business and educational passion. Dean is the founder of Kinzer Coins and co-host of the Ancient Coin Hour podcast, where he helps collectors and histor...

Ty Allan Jackson is an award-winning children's book author, youth motivational speaker, literacy advocate, and honorary doctorate recipient. A three-time TEDx presenter, Ty travels the US inspiring children to read and educating adults about the impacts of illiteracy. Born and raised in the Bronx, Ty's mission is deeply influenced by his personal background and the power of representation in chil...

Joe Mindak is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of Noladex, a community-driven B2B marketing tech platform designed to turn networking and referrals into real, trackable income. With a background spanning marketing, media, and craft beer, Joe has built and sold businesses across multiple industries—and knows firsthand how relationships and word of mouth drive sustainable growth. His latest...

Sam Sells is a retired U.S. Air Force officer turned impact investor and entrepreneur who has led the acquisition and management of over $200 million in commercial real estate assets. As co-founder of Impact Growth Capital and host of the Disruptive Capitalists podcast, Sam specializes in building wealth by solving critical housing challenges—especially in America’s most neglected communities. His...

Skye Waterson is an ADHD strategist, coach, and the founder of Unconventional Organization. Diagnosed with ADHD during her PhD, Skye developed science-based systems to help entrepreneurs and executives stay focused, follow through, and scale without burning out. Her passion is helping business owners with unconventional brains unlock their superpower of focus in a world full of distractions. On th...

Jacob Caris is an ex-corporate finance professional turned online entrepreneur who has generated over $7 million in sales through courses, coaching, consulting, and affiliate marketing—without relying on sales calls or big sales teams. After leaving Wall Street, Jacob built a business that prioritizes time freedom, lean operations, and high profit margins. As the founder of Caris Digital and Caris...

Nathan Lancry is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, thought leader, and author with profound insights into personal development and the psychology of success. An Ohio native who overcame a tough upbringing, Nathan transformed his life from humble beginnings to business leadership through deep self-work and a relentless quest for meaning. He’s the author of The Mercury Mind, a book that introduces...

Ariel Garten is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and the visionary co-founder of Muse—the brain-sensing headband that’s helped over half a million people improve their mental health, reduce stress, and sleep better. With no prior business experience, Ariel personally raised $18 million from Silicon Valley investors, bringing cutting-edge neurotechnology to the masses. Muse is now trusted by NASA, m...

Shamina Taylor is an attorney turned wealth expert, business mentor, author, and speaker who helps high-achieving women elevate their lives and businesses. With over 20 years of experience, Shamina has guided hundreds of clients to build successful businesses both online and offline. Her top clients earn up to $100,000 a month and have crossed the million-dollar revenue mark. Shamina’s story is on...

Tim Kennedy is a decorated Green Beret, former UFC fighter, entrepreneur, and bestselling author known for his relentless drive, outspoken authenticity, and commitment to service. From his upbringing on California’s Central Coast to his high-profile military and athletic careers, Tim has built a life defined by grit, discipline, and meaningful connections. He’s also the co-founder of Apogee Strong...

Bizzie Gold is a globally recognized entrepreneur, industry disruptor, and founder of Break Method—the world’s leading system for sustainable emotional rewiring. Over the past two decades, Bizzie has built, scaled, and exited multiple companies across mental health, fitness, wellness, and consumer products, generating tens of millions in revenue. Her approach blends deep behavioral insight with pr...

Jennifer Dillard and Makena Finger Zannini are the dynamic co-founders of Brick by Brick Collective, a fast-growing business support company for real estate professionals. Jen brings over a decade of real estate experience, running a team that generates over $1 million in annual revenue and managing an investment portfolio of 700+ doors—all while being a present mom and wife. Makena, a Wharton gra...

Roy Redd is a powerhouse in performance coaching, business growth, and transformational speaking. A six-time #1 bestselling author and internationally acclaimed speaker, Roy has shared stages with leaders like Vice President Kamala Harris and Arnold Schwarzenegger. He’s built multiple successful businesses—including a six-figure CPR training company and a home healthcare business he acquired with...

Bryan Clayton is a true innovator in the landscaping world and the founder and CEO of GreenPal, often called the “Uber for lawn care.” With a background running a $10 million landscaping business, Bryan leveraged his industry expertise to launch GreenPal, which now connects over 300,000 homeowners with local lawn care pros across the U.S. His journey from hands-on entrepreneur to tech founder is p...

Ashley Tison is a practicing attorney, experienced entrepreneur, and the co-founder of OZPros.com, a leading advisory firm specializing in Opportunity Zones. With a career spanning law, real estate, and business development, Ashley has built a reputation for demystifying complex tax incentives and helping investors maximize their returns. His unique background—combining big-firm legal expertise, e...