Send us a text Susan B. Merry is the inspiring founder of Inner Joy, an activewear company emphasizing comfort and style for older women. Launching her company at the impressive age of 78, Susan brings a unique perspective as a lifelong dancer and a retail veteran. With a background that includes working for prominent names like Chico's and Barnes & Noble, Susan combines her retail expertise with a deep passion for dance therapy. Her mission is to create activewear that empowers women to ...

Send us a text Jordan Diatlo is the CEO and founder of Leadoff Studio, an acclaimed industrial design studio based in Long Island City, New York. With a rich professional history in industrial and product design, Jordan has worked with major companies including Nike, Walmart, and Lululemon, as well as numerous innovative startups. Originally passionate about graphic design, Jordan transitioned to industrial design during his education at Carnegie Mellon University. He has significant experien...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Mallory Green is the founder of Rains Marketing, an agency dedicated to creating scroll-stopping content for hotel and travel brands. With extensive experience in hotel branding, influencer collaborations, and social media strategy, Mallory has built a reputation for transforming generic content into engaging, user-generated social media experiences. Her expertise lies in blending creativity with strategic planning to deliver compelling campaigns that resona...

Send us a text Jamie Trull is a seasoned CPA and corporate accounting veteran turned entrepreneur. Founder of "Power in Numbers," Jamie specializes in teaching small business owners how to uncover hidden profits and strategically manage their finances. With her new book "Hidden Profit," she offers insights on finding profitability to fuel life and business goals. Jamie is known for her engaging teaching style which resonates primarily with women entrepreneurs, helping them overcome financial ...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Doug Hartjes Doug Hartjes is a seasoned expert in the nonprofit sector, currently leading Cor Consulting. With extensive experience as CEO of major nonprofits, including Big Brothers Big Sisters and Make-A-Wish Foundation in North Carolina, Doug brings a wealth of knowledge in nonprofit operations, funding, and management. He is deeply committed to helping organizations navigate financial challenges and leverage resources effectively. Episode Summary: Wow, t...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Carly Euler is the Marketing Director at Memory Fox, a cutting-edge tech platform designed to assist nonprofits in gathering, organizing, and sharing impact stories. With significant experience in nonprofit work, Carly brings a profound understanding of authentic and ethical storytelling, aiming to revolutionize how nonprofits collect and disseminate narratives to bolster their missions and fundraising efforts. Episode Summary: In this spicey episode of Talk...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Grady Teske is the founder of Rising Tides and a seasoned fractional CMO with a solid seven-year track record in the tech industry. He specializes in building and scaling marketing systems and processes, focusing on sales, distribution, and leveraging AI for business growth. Before Rising Tides, Grady spent years establishing North American subsidiaries for multinational corporations, where he honed his skills in creating new business units within existing c...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Kathy Kempff is the founder of Nuclavis, a company that specializes in creating mobile fundraising solutions for nonprofits. With over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Kathy has developed a keen understanding of the needs of these organizations. Her focus is on delivering custom app solutions that enhance donor engagement and community building. Kathy is known for her innovative approach to product development, taking insights from her deep in...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Jeff Hatten Jeff Hatten is the founder of the Edutainment Studio, a company dedicated to creating engaging and humorous content that educates and entertains audiences. With a career rooted in sales and video production, Jeff brings a unique blend of humor, creativity, and business acumen to his work. Before founding the Edutainment Studio, he launched a SaaS business and has been consistently involved in creating innovative marketing content tailored to stan...

Send us a text Josh Reyes is a seasoned graphic designer with over ten years of experience in the marketing and creative industries. Beginning his career with Warner Music, he has worked with major brands like PacSun and Live Nation, crossing sectors from entertainment and fashion to finance. Recently, Josh took a leap into entrepreneurship by founding his own agency, Asymtry Studio, where he combines his extensive in-house experience with his passion for helping brands find their visual iden...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Ryan O'Hara: Ryan is the co-founder of Pitchfire, a forward-thinking company revolutionizing sales prospecting through their innovative "paid prospecting" model. With a strong background as the former VP of Marketing and Growth at Lead IQ, Ryan has significant experience in sales, marketing, and category creation. His expertise in building marketplaces and go-to-market strategies has made him a respected name in the B2B sphere. He is known for his engaging c...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Adam Reed is the Vice President of Marketing at Dilla's Quesadillas, a creative force within the fast-casual dining industry. With an impressive career spanning roles at major food chains, Adam begun his professional journey in marketing at Chipotle before spearheading marketing efforts at Raising Cane's. Over his tenure, Adam has successfully navigated businesses through expansive growth, pivoted strategic marketing initiatives, and consistently driven bran...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Kristin Jackson is the CEO and co-founder of Free Spoke, a pioneering search engine that is dedicated to user privacy and presenting balanced viewpoints. With a robust professional history in technology and entrepreneurship, Kristin has collaborated with her co-founder Todd Ricketts to establish a platform that offers unique search solutions. Her work focuses on challenging the conventional models of internet search by fostering transparency and integrity in...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Kanika Sharma is a conversion copywriter specializing in LinkedIn ghostwriting. With more than five years of experience in the sphere of product and growth marketing for early-stage startups, she has honed her skills in crafting compelling web copy, ads, and video scripts. Kanika's journey into LinkedIn optimization began as she discovered the potential of turning profiles into conversion-focused landing pages. Her work aims to transform these digital footpr...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Dave Raley is the founder of Imago Consulting, a firm specializing in advising businesses and nonprofits on sustainable giving and subscription economies. With an extensive 18-year background in advertising and marketing agency spaces, Dave has transitioned into a consultant role, focusing on helping organizations harness the power of sustainable revenue streams. He is also an upcoming author of the book "The Rise of Sustainable Giving," which offers insight...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Lisa Wendland is the Director of Lifecycle Marketing at Blue Wheel Media, boasting over 15 years of experience in digital marketing. Her background spans various sectors including e-commerce, non-profits, and higher education. With a unique blend of skills gathered from ten years in the agency field and five years on the brand side, Lisa brings a comprehensive perspective to life cycle marketing. She's also a professor, contributing her expertise to universi...

Send us a text Bill Kenney is the CEO of Focus Lab, a branding agency specializing in helping businesses, particularly in the B2B tech industry, develop compelling and cohesive brand identities. With 15 years of experience under his belt, Bill has led Focus Lab from its inception to a well-regarded firm known for working with diverse clients, from small startups to major tech brands. He is also the author of "Conquer Your Rebrand," a book that delves into the branding process to guide busines...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Moby Hayat is a renowned digital ad specialist with a focus on helping companies optimize their performance in digital advertising platforms, particularly LinkedIn. With a rich experience in the realm of B2B marketing, Moby excels in enhancing ad conversion, strategizing targeted ads, and leveraging first-party data to improve advertising outcomes. Moby's expertise has been acknowledged by his vast network where he frequently shares insights on digital marke...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Paul Kuthe Paul Kuthe is a dynamic business coach with a decade of experience in helping entrepreneurs and leaders achieve transformative growth. With a background as a professional kayaker, Paul brings unique insights into human performance and psychology, blending this with business acumen to guide clients towards success. He is the founder of Tributary Coaching, a firm dedicated to integrating storytelling with business strategies to foster impactful chan...

Send us a text About the Guest(s): Jessie Liszak is a personal branding expert and the founder of Reveting, a company specializing in helping individuals and executives build their personal brands through live streaming. With a background as a Chief Marketing Officer at a data company, Jessie has harnessed her extensive marketing experience to transition into personal branding, leveraging platforms like LinkedIn and using tools such as Streamyard. Known for her work in helping brands connect ...