Entrepreneurship Lab

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, Dr. Darryl Stickel—recognized globally as one of the foremost experts on trust—reveals how authentic leadership begins with vulnerability, empathy, and connection. Drawing from his groundbreaking trust model and experience with top institutions like Harvard and McKinsey, Darryl explains how “leading with imperfections” can transform workplace culture, strengthen relationships, and drive remarkable performance.If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or team builder striving to create deeper engagement, inspire loyalty, and elevate results, this conversation is a must-listen. Discover how trust isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a strategic advantage that separates exceptional leaders from the rest.Don't forget to download, subscripe and share the episode!

In this episode of the Entrepreneurship Lab Podcast, host Nevena Bazalac sits down with Corey Morris, founder and CEO of Voltage, a leading digital agency helping brands grow through data-driven marketing and powerful web strategies.With nearly two decades of experience and recognition as the KCDMA 2019 Marketer of the Year, Corey shares his insights on how businesses can create measurable success in today’s fast-changing digital landscape. He breaks down his signature START Planning Process and explains why having a documented, objective, and accountable Digital Marketing Success Plan is more essential than ever.Tune in as Corey and Nevena explore:How AI is transforming search marketing and SEO Why most companies fail without a strategic marketing planHow to create digital campaigns that actually deliver ROIWhether you’re a business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur ready to elevate your online presence — this episode is packed with practical insights to help you thrive in 2025 and beyond.Don't forget to download, subscripe and share the episode!

In this episode, I sit down with Nic Breedlove, visionary entrepreneur and CEO of NVB Playgrounds, a company reshaping how communities experience play. With over a decade in the playground industry, Nic has transformed schools, parks, and organizations by designing safe, inclusive, and engaging spaces that bring people together.We explore Nic’s entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of innovating in a traditional industry, and how leadership, creativity, and storytelling fuel his success. From balancing safety and imagination in design to building a company that communities can trust, Nic shares valuable insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, and the deeper meaning of play in our lives.If you’re looking for inspiration on turning vision into impact, this conversation is one you don’t want to miss.

What if the future of entrepreneurship wasn’t just about growth, but about ownership, equity, and shared prosperity?In this powerful episode of the Entrepreneurship Lab Podcast, I sit down with Alfredo Mathew III, Founder and CEO of SPCC.1 and co-founder of ESO Ventures. With over 25 years at the intersection of education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship, Alfredo has dedicated his career to building inclusive and regenerative economies.From being named Teacher of the Year in the Bronx to connecting thousands of students with Silicon Valley opportunities, to helping incubate over 500 Black and Brown-owned businesses through ESO Ventures, Alfredo’s journey is as inspiring as it is impactful.Now, through SPCC.1, he’s pioneering the world’s first Shared Prosperity Community Corporation—an ambitious vision to empower underinvested communities by consolidating small businesses, unlocking capital, and building sustainable economic engines across the globe.Tune in to discover how Alfredo is redefining entrepreneurship, why shared prosperity is the future of business, and how bold ideas can transform communities worldwide.

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, we welcome a truly unique guest: Doug Lynam—a former Marine and Benedictine monk who has transformed his life’s journey into groundbreaking financial wisdom.From the discipline of military service to the stillness of monastic life, Doug ultimately found his calling in wealth management, blending money, spirituality, and personal growth in a way few ever have. His approach uses the Enneagram to reveal subconscious money habits, heal financial trauma, and help people align wealth with purpose.Doug is the bestselling author of From Monk to Money Manager and is now preparing to release his powerful new book, Taming Your Money Monster. Together, these works redefine financial well-being—not just as a numbers game, but as a path to wholeness and transformation.This conversation is for entrepreneurs, professionals, and seekers who want to not only grow their wealth but also understand the deeper relationship they have with money.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, I sit down with Emily Condle, co-founder of Sage HeadSpa, to explore her inspiring journey from running a one-woman party planning business to building a fast-growing, innovative brand in the beauty and wellness industry.Emily shares how her background as a clinical esthetician, combined with the vision she and her business partner had, helped redefine scalp and skin rejuvenation across the US. We talk about the challenges of moving beyond the solo hustle, the importance of innovation in scaling a business, and how Sage HeadSpa is setting new industry standards by integrating cutting-edge technology with personalized care.Whether you’re an entrepreneur stuck in the grind of doing everything yourself or you’re looking for inspiration to grow and scale, this episode is full of practical insights and motivating takeaways.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Jack Clark an entrepreneur from Choteau, Montana. Jack had been seeing the gap in the market of water well industry, that has been stagnant and afraid of change for decades. After realizing that the learning curve for drilling was too steep to go nationwide, he decided to franchise water well pump servicing. And so 180 Water was born. Jack hopes to grow the company to 1,000franchise locations nationwide. Listen to the episode to learn more about franchising and his journey of building his company.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest isTom Schwab, the Founder of Interview Valet and a pioneer in leveraging targeted podcast interviews as a powerful marketing channel. Working with over 1500 clients, including Fortune 500 companies, top professional services, andhigh-level coaches and consultants. Tom’s been called the Godfather of Podcast Interview Marketing. His book, The Podcast Guest Profits: How To Grow Your Business With A Targeted Interview Strategy has been called the bible of podcast guesting. He routinely speaks at top business conferences about how to turn their listenersinto your clients. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make yourbusiness more successful!    Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Jennifer Christensen, the Co-Founder and CMO of Beacon Media + Marketing. Jennifer’s expertise transforms the digital marketing landscape with AI-driven strategies, catapulting small businesses and non-profits to new heights of success. Her innovative work ensures thatmarketing strategies are not just effective but dynamic growth engines. Jennifer’s journey began in her 20s, and her path through entrepreneurship has equipped her with rich experiences that resonate with business owners facing challenges in launching products, expanding market share, and telling authentic brand stories. She brings incredible insights into entrepreneurship, AI adoption, and strategic marketing practices. Her innovation prowess is further highlighted by Beacon's recognition on the Inc. 5000 List for 2023 and 2024 and the Inc. Regionals #24 spot in the Rocky Mountain Region in 2025. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful!    Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest isDave Seymour, a retired 16-year veteran of the Fire Service who launched his Real Estate career during the last market crash, rapidly becoming one of the country's top investors.  Dave is considered a leading expert in commercial multi-family and Ground Up Development transactions. His success in business and Real Estate put him on the radar of A&E television network as well as multiple news organizations like CBS, ABC, CNBC, and FOX News. “Flipping Boston” aired on A&E for multiple seasons.  Dave is a no-nonsense investor with zero tolerance for inefficiency. He has helped accredited investors on their very first deal as well as guided large investment firms through complex transactions. Dave’s unwavering commitment to success is why investors seek his advice and choose toinvest alongside his team at Freedom Venture Investments. Dave is gifting to the listeners some of his educational content that you can access on the links below:  INFLATION NATION:https://legacyalliance.link/Pod-Inflation-NationFREE Multi-Family Masterclass:https://legacyalliance.link/Pod-Multi-Family-Class Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make yourbusiness more successful!    Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Carmen Sederino, a world-class speaker, entrepreneur, and a coach who helps world-class leaders light up from the inside to create the impact they want. Listen to this episode to learn how you can become a phenomenal speaker. Carmen discovered a love of acting at an early age before formally training at Monash University, completing a Bachelor of Performing Arts with Honours. From television and film, to multimedia and theatre, through acting, she found her voice and learned how to connect with the hearts and minds of others. On the other side, she is a business and marketing professional with over two decades of experience across a multinational enterprise.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Jim Bramlett, a serial entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience, having founded and scaled multiple successful companies, including 5 String Solutions. Jim specializes in bridging the gap between service providers and customers through real-time insights and customer-focused solutions.As a Vistage Chair and executive coach, he helps leaders optimize their processes, teams, and products to drive growth, innovation, and long-term success. He’s also the author of The Unconventional Thinking of Dominant Companies and Stop the Hassle, where he shares proven strategies on leadership, customer value, and business alignment.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Mark Hayward, a podcasting and business growth expert. As the co-founder of Podcast Introduction Group and host of Business Growth Talks, Mark has helped countless entrepreneurs, authors, and industry leaders leverage podcast guesting to amplify their brand, build credibility, and drive business growth.In this interview, he shares how podcasting, either as a host or a guest, can help entrepreneurs grow their business. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

Today we are celebrating 100th episode! In this 100th podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Michael Pouliot, the Founder and CEO of Eon, a technology-enabled real estate firm, and serves as the Chief Investment Officer of Carbon, a middle-market private equity firm.  In real estate, Michael’s expertise extends far beyond residential properties. He has overseen more than 1 million square feet of office and mixed-use developments and completed over $400 million in housing-related transactions in the past seven years.  In this interview, he shares with us how it was growing up in a family of real estate entrepreneurs and the lessons learned on his journey.  Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful!    Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Frank Carone, an attorney, public affairs strategist, and founder of Oaktree Solutions, a venture consulting firm specializing in government relations, crisis management, and business development. A former Chief of Staff to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Frank is also the co-author of Everyone Wins!In this interview, Frank shares with us negotiation strategies every entrepreneur can use and how to make business deals where everyone wins. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest isCurt Moore, the founder of Moat Title Security, an innovative company dedicated to protecting property owners from title fraud and unauthorized occupancy.Through its groundbreaking solutions, Moat Title Security employs the Notice of Title Freeze, a unique and copyrighted legal document, to effectively secure property titles against fraudulent recordings.  Moore’s journey to founding Moat Title Security was deeplypersonal. In 2014, his mother narrowly avoided falling victim to a sophisticated title fraud scheme. This harrowing experience exposed the vulnerabilities in public record systems and galvanized Moore’s mission to protect property owners, especially seniors, from the devastating impact ofsuch schemes. In this interview, Curt shares his expertise and innovativeapproach with the audience, empowering property owners with the knowledge and tools to safeguard their most valuable assets. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make yourbusiness more successful!    Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Mark Rampolla a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat.In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Matt Tait, Founder and CEO of Decimal, a company that specializes in simplifying and automating accounting processes for growing businesses. Matt has built Decimal by focusing on one thing: scaling with operational efficiency. One of Matt's most memorable lessons in scaling came during Decimal's early years when the company was experiencing rapid growth. He recalls a time when the team struggled with tracking finances manually, which created bottlenecks as the company scaled. By implementing automated systems and simplifying accounting processes, Matt turned a huge challenge into an opportunity to streamline operations—setting the company up for long-term growth. This story is a great example of how small changes in operations can dramatically increase efficiency.Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Thanos Diacakis, a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience in optimizing software development and engineering teams for startups and high-growth companies. Specializing in improving engineering efficiency, refining software architecture, and aligning technology with business goals, Thanos has worked with a range of organizations, from scrappy startups to global giants like Uber. During his tenure at Uber, Thanos led the technical integration of the JUMP acquisition, scaling operations from 45,000 vehicles to over 2 million monthly trips and generating $150 million in annualized revenue. Today, Thanos works with engineering teams and technical leaders, coaching them to optimize their workflows, enhance software delivery, and achieve scalable growth. His focus on aligning technical processes with business objectives ensures the regular delivery of high-quality software that drives customer success. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!

In this podcast episode of Entrepreneurship Lab, my guest is Katrena Friel, an internationally recognized Business Mentor known for her transformative approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. With over 25 years of experience, Katrena empowers entrepreneurs and leaders to master their unique Field of Excellence. As an award-winning author and TEDx speaker, Katrena’s mission is to help individuals unlock their full potential and create thriving, future-proof businesses. In this interview Katrena shares with everyone how you can create seven streams of income with your personal brand. Enjoy the episode and implement the tips to make your business more successful! Don't forget to subscribe, download and share this episode!