Graham Weiner, a landscape designer for billionaires, hostel founder, organic farmer, and probiotic beverage entrepreneur, explains how he uses plants, pollinators, and color to create environments that change how people feel, not just how a place looks. He walks through his journey from underpaid botanist in Brooklyn to designing gardens for billionaires and eventually building Lost Boyz Hostel and a stack of nature-led businesses in Costa Rica. Graham also opens up about turning a 24/...

In this episode, we sit down with Laura Munkholm, President & Co-Founder of Walla, to unpack what it really takes to scale a wellness SaaS company without losing your soul (or your customers). She shares how her background in sports informs her leadership style, how years of consulting in the studio space led to Walla, and what it's been like to take on the 800-pound gorilla in the space, MindBody. Laura breaks down how their recent round of fundraising is going to fuel their AI studio ...

In this conversation, Jordan Carroll and Alex Doman explore the evolution of neurotechnology and its impact on wellness, including Alex’s 25+ years in the space developing listening programs, authoring “Healing at the Speed of Sound,” and developing products to help people reset their nervous systems. They discuss the importance of timing in bringing innovative products to market, the role of AI in wellness solutions, and the significance of research and relationships in product development.&...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Eloiza Tecson shares her journey in the wellness industry, discussing her early experiences as a franchisee at Orange Theory, her insights on community building, and the importance of investing in team development. She reflects on her entrepreneurial journey, including her first investment in a mental health company (with EY Ventures) and the launch of her own ventures, E20 and Lindora Wellness. Eloiza emphasizes the significance of emotio...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Tony Madalone, a wellness entrepreneur and community leader in Tulum, Mexico. They discuss Tony's journey from burnout in Cleveland to moving to Mexico and accidentally creating an underground gym as well as Run Tulum, a wildly successful fitness community. The conversation explores the importance of consistency, community building, operational strategies, and the vision for a wellness ecosystem that prioritizes...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Nick Velardi, co-founder of Primal Being, a company specializing in organ supplements. They discuss Nick's journey into the supplement industry, the challenges of launching a new brand, and the importance of transparency and education in the wellness space, especially with high-quality, single source organ supplements. Nick shares insights on product development, marketing strategies, and the significance of buildi...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Steven Haynes, founder of FjORD, a company specializing in high-quality cold plunges. Steven shares his journey from a successful consulting career to his passion for cold water therapy, which began while training for a triathlon in Norway. He discusses the challenges and lessons learned in building his brand, starting with a DIY cold plunge to eventually becoming the preferred cold plunge sponsor of the R...

Jordan Carroll interviews Marc Förster Algás from Karisma, founder of a community for growth-minded entrepreneurs and creator of the Wellness Rave in Barcelona. They discuss the evolution of Marc's community-building journey, the challenges faced in creating a successful community, and the integration of wellness into events. Marc shares insights on the importance of genuine connections, the value of collaboration, and the conversation emphasizes the significance of community in personal ...

In this conversation, Jordan Carroll and Patrick Bollenbach discuss the intersection of wellness and entrepreneurship, focusing on Patrick's journey in building SaaS businesses and his current venture, RunClubs.ca. They explore the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from B2B to B2C, the importance of community in wellness, and the strategies for monetization and marketing. Patrick shares valuable lessons learned from his product focused experiences, emphasizing the sign...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Oheri Otobo, the founder of Nomad Abs, a social fitness community in Playa del Carmen. Oheri shares his transformative journey that began with a near-death experience, leading him to move to Mexico and build a thriving fitness community. Guest Bio After a near-death experience, Oheri relocated to Mexico in search of a deeper appreciation for life. His journey has since spanned the worlds of travel, technol...

In this episode of the Wellness Founders Podcast, Jordan Carroll interviews Rob Harrison, the founder of PDC Fitness Club in Playa del Carmen. Rob shares his journey from military life to creating a thriving wellness community, the challenges and successes of building a fitness club, the importance of group workouts, and the psychology behind community engagement. Guest Bio Rob is the Co-Founder and CEO of Magnifyde LLC, an international remote sales agency helping coaches scale t...