Jim Estill is CEO of Danby Appliances which is a niche manufacturer of specialty appliances distributing over 2,000,000 appliances per year. Jim is a Canadian technology entrepreneur, executive, and philanthropist. He started his first computer distribution business from the trunk of his car while in university and grew that business to $2 Billion in sales. Jim has invested in, mentored, and advised over 150 technology companies including Blackberry. He joined their board before they went public and served for 13 years. Website: www.danby.com
Blue16 Media is a digital marketing agency with a goal to change lives using media and technology. The equation that makes up the content of our site which is: Visibility + Resources x Connections = Success Virtual Global Chamber - if you know the right person, you connect with the right person then things can really take off. CBNation creates a better connection amongst people, it’s like a hub, with profiles, opportunities, directories of different profiles - people you might want to connect with. Website: iamceo.co blue16media.co
Blue16 Media is a digital marketing agency with a goal to change lives using media and technology. CEO Definition: “What does being a CEO mean to you?” The goal of the show is not to say you are right or wrong, but to spark the creativity, the essence, the reason an author decided to write a book, or the reason why somebody has a workforce of 5,000 people and the size they want to, it is the essence of the leadership a person provides. After so many interviews, here are some of the definitions of being a CEO: Legacy, servant leadership, making money, making an impact. Like a parent, a chess, a lighthouse, or a vessel where you steer the course. How a person thinks, is based on how they approached certain things and often we go through one of the most transformational things in our life and that is going to show the true leadership that is out there. Website: iamceo.co blue16media.co
Blue16 Media is a digital marketing agency with a goal to change lives using media and technology. CEO Nugget: These are the deeper resources. Business advise. “If you can happen to a time machine, what will you tell to your younger business self?” Do the thing that you were called to do. Make sure you are making an impact in the zone of genius, your gift, the thing you want to do to try to impact. Make sure what you’re doing is in alignment with the mission, vision, goals, and the human aspect of the business. The journey takes time, someone you look up to has gone through failures, make a deeper research into their lives. Book: Outliers, the story to success, mentions the 10,000-hour rule, the time they put to be successful does not happen overnight. Build yourself. Your emotional well-being is one of the biggest things that determine your success. As well as your mind space and mindset. Don't compare your strategy to others, and grab them all. Just pick the top 3 ingredients which are audible to the success strategy you are trying to accomplish. Website: iamceo.co blue16media.co
Melanie Aronson is the founder and CEO of Panion, a people-first community management platform helping organizations build more privacy, empathy and meaningful connection into online and offline communities. She has a bachelors in anthropology from Columbia University and a masters in documentary filmmaking from the School of Visuals Arts in NYC. She is also a Fulbright recipient. Melanie worked in sales for Apple for almost 3 years and for more than 10 years as a freelance filmmaker, photographer and designer. Melanie has lived an international life, residing in NYC, Spain, Italy, Sweden and now in Portugal. Website: https://panion.com Twitter: melaniearonson and panionapp Instagram: panion.app Linkedin: melaniearonson
Christina Baucom is an attorney with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Headquartered in Alexandria, Va, the USPTO is the federal agency responsible for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. Throughout her education and career, Ms. Calloway has sought to merge her personal passion for the arts and professional pursuits in public service. She is a Board member of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association and was recently appointed to the City’s Commission for the Arts. She frequently speaks and/or volunteers in educating small business owners and creatives about their intellectual property. She is the digital content creator of sharpandsound.com focusing on local lifestyle and style inspiration. Website: https://www.sharpandsound.com Instagram: sharpandsoundstyle Linkedin: christinacalloway
Dr. Destini Copp is a business and marketing coach who helps business owners scale their digital product revenue with automated sales funnels and reduce their reliance on services or freelance work. She is a college marketing professor turned online entrepreneur and a wanna-be, Serena Williams-like, tennis player. She is the host of The Course Creator’s MBA Podcast and the Creator of The OneClick MBA membership. Website: https://destinicopp.com Book: https://destinicopp.com/book LinkedIn: destinicopp Instagram: destinicopp Pinterest: destinicopp Facebook: destinicopp
Sylvia Scott is the founder and CEO of the Girls' C.E.O. Connection which she launched in 2009. Her passion is to help high school girls build bright and fulfilling self-sufficient futures. She wants to see independent thinking cultivated within a global community of young female entrepreneurs. Her goal for the Girls' C.E.O. Connection is to equip and motivate the girls with the skills and traits of accomplished women entrepreneurs. Sylvia's personal commitment is to expand opportunities for them within entrepreneurship. Sylvia is an Ambassador for WED/Women's® Entrepreneurship Day. From 2016 to 2020 she was an e-mentor for Afghan women entrepreneurs enrolled in the Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women's Peace Through Business® Program. She is also a business counselor with the Coachella Valley Women's Business Center. Website: https://www.girlsceoconnection.com Realizing A Vision, Your Toolkit For Success. Words of Wisdom for Young Female Entrepreneurs: https://www.girlsceoconnection.com/realizing-a-vision-the-book/ LinkedIn: sylviarjscott Facebook: SylviaRJScott Girls' CEO Connection: Facebook: GirlsCEOConnection Twitter: GirlsCEOConnect YouTube: Girls CEO Connection Pinterest: GirlsCEOConnect Instagram: girlsceoconnection
Brooke Brown is a female entrepreneur in the DMV area. She is the mid-atlantic battle of the bottle Champion (mixology competition). Her business Top Shelf Mixology, Mixology & Bar Consulting offers alcohol certification, mixology classes, bartending services and bar consulting. Website: https://www.topshelfmixologyconsulting.com
Amie Thompson is an executive, investor, mentor, and leader and the current President & CEO of Creative Allies, a minority-certified marketing firm for entrepreneurs. Her company offers a wide range of marketing services to grow our client's brand. Creative Allies creates best practices from the lessons learned over its 10-year history to connect our clients with buyers, fans, and followers to enhance the brand story. Amie's passion is helping other business owners grow their businesses through great marketing. Website: http://creativeallies.com Twitter: amie_ceo Instagram: amie_ceo
Eve Dawes is the founder of Dawes Custom Cosmetics, a natural, cruelty-free, usa-made line. A WBFF Pro, NASM certified trainer, and Mrs. Nevada United States 2017 she shares her knowledge on Glamour and Gains By Eve lifestyle blog and podcast. Covering the latest fashion, curated cruelty-free beauty, health tips and luxury travel through a glamorous lens. Eve Dawes interviews the world's leading founders, influencers and leaders to share their knowledge in realistic, actionable tips to help you live your best life and to reach your full potential. You may have seen her in Oxygen, Iron Man, Strong, Fit & Firm Magazine, Huffington Post, bodybuilding.com, and various commercials. Website: https://www.dawescustomcosmetics.com/ https://glamourandgains.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evedawes & https://www.instagram.com/dawescustomcosmetics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveDawes/ & https://www.facebook.com/dawescustomcosmetics/ LikeToKnow.it: https://www.liketoknow.it/evedawes
Yonah is a powerhouse with property owners' tax savings. As Business Director at Madison SPECS, a national Cost Segregation leader, he has assisted clients in saving tens of millions of dollars on taxes through cost segregation. He has a background in teaching and a passion for real estate and helping others. Website: http://www.madisonspecs.com/ https://teach.ceoblognation.com/?p=22154 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cost-segregation-yonah-weiss/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yonah.weiss.1 Biggerpockets: https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/YonahW18
Noelle McKenzie is the CEO and co-founder of Leading Edge Personal Trainers. Her own experience in rising from being the underdog to a collegiate track and field Division 1 athlete has given her the wisdom to help people tap into their limitless potential through a mind and body approach to fitness. Noelle helps clients embody fitness as a lifestyle transcending all areas of their life and not a means to an end. In 10 years she along with the help of her husband and business partner have built a network of 60 + clients both locally in NYC and online who despite having overly demanding careers and schedules have been able to master the balancing act of adhering to a consistent health regimen. This, in turn, has reshaped how they view themselves, enabling them to step into their true power and become the best version of themselves. Website: http://www.leadingedgeny.com/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/bodybynoelle Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/bodybynoelle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fittribesisterhood/ Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noelleEmckenzie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mckenzien/
Ishveen Anand is the CEO and founder of OpenSponsorship, a platform that connects brands with athletes in the $140 billion sponsorship industry. Ishveen shares her journey into sports sponsorship, which began when she became a sports agent in 2009. She recognized the challenges in securing sponsorship deals and was inspired to create a more efficient and accessible solution through technology. OpenSponsorship uses IBM's Watson AI to facilitate connections between brands and athletes, prioritizing genuine interests rather than just financial incentives. Ishveen emphasizes the importance of understanding what athletes are passionate about in promoting authentic partnerships and shifting away from traditional sponsorship approaches. Ishveen shares advice on acquiring strategies and productivity tools for business owners and reflects on the importance of being aggressive and adapting quickly in business. Website: OpenSponsorship Previous Episode: iam177-ceo-and-founder-breaks-down-barriers-in-sponsorship-process Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Zach Messler is a product marketing expert focused on helping businesses adapt their messaging to resonate with modern consumers. Zach has 20 years of experience in product marketing, particularly in tech, and specializes in translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences. He started his business after realizing that traditional marketing methods were no longer effective and wanted to help more people beyond his previous role. His passion for product marketing energizes his clients and makes the process of developing their messaging more engaging and effective. Zach shares a strategy he calls "CPR" (Create, Publish, Repeat) to encourage consistent content creation. He emphasizes the importance of having a purpose behind the content and to keep creating even when it feels slow. The conversation highlights the importance of being clear and straightforward in communication. Website: Zach Messler LinkedIn: Zach Messler Previous Episode: iam171-entrepreneurs-helps-companies-evolve-their-message-for-bigger-impact Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Gresham Harkless shares his reflections about the timing of his business decisions, which were influenced by significant life changes, and decided to take the leap into franchising. He discusses the importance of faith and believing that things will work out when starting a new venture. Gresham mentions that opportunities often come from within your network, and entrepreneurs should make their businesses known to family, friends, and acquaintances. Gresham also discusses using a CRM (HubSpot, branded as "Boss" for franchise brokers) to manage leads and track progress as part of the 8-step process in franchise brokerage. He shares how he managed the challenges with the help of his team, explaining the importance of having a supportive team to execute and support business ventures. Moreover, he highlights the importance of choosing foundational businesses to support multiple ventures, like digital marketing, which has served as the foundation for other businesses in his portfolio. Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Gresham Harkless discusses using the 12-week-year methodology to help him stay focused and execute effectively. This approach summarizes a year's goals into 12 weeks, fostering a sense of urgency and accountability. He shares that even when he doesn't hit every goal, the system helps him stay mindful of the activities that truly move the needle. Gresh considers the emotional challenges faced during the startup process, including personal losses. Gresham credits BNI (Business Network International) with helping him stay accountable and consistently present his business to others, which was crucial during the early stages of growing his digital marketing company. Gresham discusses the complexity of balancing a 9-to-5 job (or main business) with side projects like starting a franchise. In addition, he shares an important tip for networking in any organization—seek out people who are having the same kinds of conversations you're having. Blue Star Franchise: bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) franchiseceo.co Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
On this special episode, Gresham Harkless, the founder of Blue Star Franchise and Blue16 Media, shares an update about his ongoing franchise journey. He shares his experiences and lessons learned as a franchise broker and how this process relates to starting a new business. Gresham highlights the emotional roller-coaster in starting something new, including excitement, fear, and imposter syndrome. He explains that one of the biggest challenges he faced (and that others face when starting a business) is simply getting started and mentions that taking that first step is crucial, even though it might seem daunting. Gresham emphasizes the importance of consistent action and the ability to pivot when necessary. He discusses the concept of the “Minimum Viable Product” (MVP), drawing on lessons from the book The Lean Startup. Blue Star Franchise: bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) franchiseceo.co Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Ryn Gargulinski is an award-winning author, artist, and speaker dedicated to helping others live freely and joyfully. She founded the Sanctuary of the Wild Souls which aimed at guiding individuals to rise above mediocrity and reach higher states of consciousness. Ryn has written over ten books, including her memoir How to Get Through Hell on Earth Without Drinking a Keg or Kicking a Garden Gnome. Ryn emphasizes helping people reconnect with their true selves and break free from self-imposed limitations. She explains that her work is driven by personal experiences, and she channels insights from her spirit self when writing. Ryn also stresses the importance of establishing a sanctuary for the soul daily to set a positive tone. In addition, Ryn highlights the need to remain open to possibilities rather than being fixated on specific desires. LinkedIn: Ryn Gargulinski Website: Sanctuary of the Wild Souls Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Lauren Young Durbin, a career clarity coach, concentrates on helping mid-career women find fulfilling careers. Lauren's business, Tyche Coaching, is named after the Greek goddess of fortune and fate, aligning with her mission to empower women. She helps clients overcome the "wall of shoulds"—societal expectations about careers—to discover what they genuinely want. Lauren emphasizes the importance of practical and tactical planning, ensuring clients can pursue their dreams without jeopardizing their financial stability. Lauren highlights her ability to listen to both what is said and what is unsaid, allowing her to help clients uncover great insights. Furthermore, she points out that everyone has inherent greatness, and small accomplishments can lead to significant impact. LinkedIn: Lauren Young Durbin Esq. Website: Tyche Career Coaching Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE. I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!