WellBuilt

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Mark Samuel , Founder of IWON Organics and President of Unbun Foods , about navigating health, family, and entrepreneurial challenges while building innovative brands in the better-for-you food space. Mark shared his 22-year journey across various industries, eventually finding his niche in health-conscious better-for-you CPG brands. He reflected on grow...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Justin Mares , Co-Founder and CEO of TrueMed , to explore how innovative healthcare incentives can shift the chronic disease narrative in America. Justin shared his journey from building better-for-you CPG brands like Kettle & Fire, Perfect Keto, and non-aloholic Surely Wines, which now collectively generate over $100 million in annual revenue. These ven...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke with Joe Barsi , President of California Giant Berry Farms . California Giant Berry Farms is a leader in the berry industry, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability. As a family-owned and operated company, Cal Giant has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality berries while supporting its community and employees. Joe shares the in...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Reza Amin, PhD , Founder and CEO of Bastion Health, and Dr. Justin Houman , Medical Director at Bastion Health . Bastion is at the forefront of transforming men's health care, an area often stigmatized and not prioritized. As a comprehensive men's specialty virtual clinic, Bastion integrates prostate, reproductive, and sexual health services, making stri...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Michael Olaya , Founder & CEO of Dexter . Dexter is transforming early education by building its own schools that serve as a replacement to the traditional schooling system from preschool to high school.  Michael shares his journey from mechanical engineer and physics enthusiast to educator. His passion for teaching began in Silicon Valley and expanded i...

In this episode of WellBuilt, Jon sits down with Andy Hoang , the innovative mind behind Aviron , the first gaming rower in the world. Despite his aversion to rowing, Andy has successfully positioned Aviron at the intersection of gaming and fitness, creating a gamified rowing experience that's captivating a new customer who is not your typical fitness enthusiast. In the conversation, they delve in...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon had the pleasure of speaking with William Hicks , Co-Founder & CEO of Magic Mind . William shared his journey from creating keto-friendly Italian snacks, called lupini beans at Brami to joining James Beshara at Magic Mind, a coffee alternative and drink aimed at enhancing mental performance without the caffeine crash. Magic Mind combines adaptogens and nootropics...

On this episode of WellBuilt, Jon chats with Spencer Rascoff , a serial entrepreneur and investor. Currently, Spencer is the Co-founder and Chairman of several ventures including Pacaso, heyLibby, Recon Food, Queue, dot. LA, and 75 & Sunny Ventures . Before transitioning to his role as a full-time investor/operator, he co-founded Zillow and Hotwire, two major players in the tech landscape. As Zill...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Chip Conley , Founder & CEO of the Modern Elder Academy ,a school dedicated to helping people reinvent themselves in midlife. He was also the Former Head of Global Hospitality & Strategy at Airbnb, Founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, and more.  Chip is a world-renowned expert on aging and wisdom. He is also the author of the New York Times bestseller "...

On this episode of WellBuit , Jon spoke to Dugal Bain-Kim , Co-founder and CEO of Lifeforce .  They delved into the evolving landscape of healthcare, discussed the shortcomings of the current system, particularly in preventative care, and LifeForce's mission to establish enduring health partnerships that prioritize proactive wellness. They discussed the company's strategic founding with luminaries...

On this special edition episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Michael Bauer , author of Israel Joruney: Eight Days in One of the World's Most Complex Countries .  Michael Bauer a professional educator and tour guide who specializes in geopolitical tours in Israel and has developed workshops on various topics: Israeli-Arab relations, Israel's minority populations, Israel's borders and neighbors, Midd...

In this episode of WellBuilt, Jon spoke with Isaac Larian, the visionary Founder & CEO of MGA Entertainment, the world's largest privately-owned toy company behind the iconic Bratz dolls. The journey begins with Isaac recounting his challenging childhood in Iran, marked by poverty and pivotal experiences that shaped his relentless entrepreneurial drive and resilience. Isaac delves into how he got...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon sat down with Dr. Scott Sherr , a leading physician, founder, and expert in hyperbaric therapy and health optimization. Dr. Scott shared how he was introduced to hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) during medical school, and what spurred his curiosity about its transformative effects in other realms of medicine and wellness. He shared an overview of how HBOT works a...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Anne Mahlum , Serial Entrepreneur and Founder of  SolidCore , Ambition , and Back On My Feet .  They dive into Anne's insights on entrepreneurship and the role of physical exercise in overall health, longevity, and achieving personal goals. At Solidcores, she had to navigate the intricacies of creating her own type of pilates machine, fundraising, and ma...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Jason & Colleen Wachob , founders of Mindbodygreen . 🌿 They journeyed through their personal health stories, from Colleen's experience with a pulmonary embolism to Jason's deep dive into biomarkers and the transformative power of supplements, which shed light on the broader wellness landscape. 💪 From the yoga wave of the 2010s to the current emphasis o...

In this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to the co-founder of Alaffia, Olowo n'djo Tchala . Their conversation delves into OT's journey from Togo to the United States, his experiences growing up in a large family, and the cultural values that have shaped him. The story of how he met his partner, Prairie Rose Hyde, in Togo and followed her to the U.S., where he pursued his education and eventually...

On this episode of WellBuilt, Jon spoke with  Joshua Bonhotal , Founding Team Member at Future and Investor at TXV Partners .  In their conversation, they dove into Josh's background as a strength and conditioning coach in the NBA at the Chicago Bulls and in the NCAA at Purdue University. Josh shared how this led the founders of Future to personally recruit him in their early days to build out the...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Gigi Brett , Co-Founder of Batelle .  Batelle uses a combination of online education and virtual coaching to teach parents how to put their child to bed in 5 minutes and sleep throughout the night.  Gigi explains that the biggest influencing factor in children's sleep is the parent, and changing parent behavior is key to improving children's sleep patter...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon had a blast chatting with his dear friend, Carly Stein Kremer , Founder of Beekeeper's Naturals . Join them as they explored the fascinating world of bees and their vital role in our ecosystem and food supply.  Carly took us on an amazing journey through the history of honey, sharing its significance beyond just its sweet taste. They also delved into the lesser-k...

On this episode of WellBuilt, Jon spoke to Ben Mand , the CEO of Harmless Harvest. Harmless Harvest is a pioneer in the organic coconut water space.  They explored the founding story of Harmless Harvest and discussed how Ben, leveraged his extensive consumer packaged goods background, to lead the company through a transformation in terms of their operation, brand, and financial performance.  Jon a...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Jill Koziol , Co-founder & CEO of Motherly.  Motherly is a digital platform that aims to empower modern motherhood by providing trusted and inspiring content, community, and commerce.  Jill shared her story of why she founded Motherly and her vision for the platform. They also explored the current state of motherhood as well as why we're only at the begi...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Jason Whitson , Co-Founder & CEO of Wellcore , and Ryan Lester , Physician Assistant and part of the Wellcore Clinical Team .  Wellcore provides a hormone optimization program via telehealth. In their conversation, they got into how Wellcore works including their at-home blood draw, virtual consultation to review labs, and the hormone treatment itself. T...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Dylan Beynon , Founder & CEO of Mindbloom .  Mindbloom provides at-home ketamine therapy.  In their conversation, they got into Dylan's personal reasons for starting Mindbloom, and how they came up with their telehealth model for helping people combat anxiety or depression, and improve their mental health.  Since ketamine treatments are currently one of...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Starr Edwards , Co-Founder & CEO of Bitchin' Sauce.  Starr is the creator of the delicious, addictive, fun, and versatile, almond-based dip, Bitchin' Sauce.  Primarily self-taught in the kitchen and in business, Starr began selling Bitchin' Sauce with her husband L.A. Edwards in the farmer's markets of San Diego in 2010. Their team has built Bitchin' int...

On this episode of WellBuilt , Jon spoke to Dr. Ryan Greene , Managing Partner & Chief Medical Director of Monarch Athletic Club .  Monarch is reimagining the gym category with a one-stop membership that gives members unlimited access to personal training, physical therapy, and preventive medicine.    In their fascinating conversation, they got into the Monarch founding story, the benefits, and vi...