Chirag Sagar is a Co-Founder of Mission Matters, a multimedia company focused on book publishing and content marketing. Their mission is to amplify the purpose of entrepreneurs, experts and executives through their content. Beyond the media, they also help individuals and companies with book publishing services, podcast production services, social media, PR, audio-editing, video-editing, and blog-writing. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantreprene...
Hans Kaspersetz is the CEO of Oralucent, a groundbreaking oral care company pioneering the use of red and blue light therapy to improve gum health, whiten teeth, and support systemic wellness. A seasoned entrepreneur with multiple successful exits, Hans has spent more than 20 years at the intersection of health technology, consumer wellness, and marketing innovation. Outside the boardroom, Hans is an avid cave explorer and ultramarathon runner, channeling the same curiosity and endurance that...
Lizette Espinosa, Esq. is the CEO and Co-Founder of infanttech, a trailblazing brand redefining modern parenting through smart, family-first technology. A former attorney turned entrepreneur and devoted mom, Lizette built infanttech from a deep desire to make parenting less stressful and more empowering. Giuseppe Veneziano wears many hats—and capes. He’s a husband, father, inventor, author, full-time geek, voice actor, Business and Mindset Coach, and, at his core, a tinkerer. Giuseppe’s missi...
At the helm of Archer Meat Snacks' marketing department, Andrew Thomas’ focus is on steering one of the nation's leading better-for-you meat snack brand towards unprecedented growth. This role demands a mastery of strategic planning and a knack for nurturing trend-forward marketing innovations. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles and the US ...
In this powerful episode of Elevate Your Brand, host Laurel Mintz sits down with Beate Chelette, The Growth Architect, to explore the intersection of strategy, spirituality, and resilience in entrepreneurship. Beate shares her journey, from building and selling a business to Bill Gates, to surviving personal and professional disasters, to finding clarity through plant medicine and spiritual practice. Together, they dive into why so many entrepreneurs struggle to connect head and heart in busi...
Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit is thriving, and few embody that energy better than Jimena Suárez Ibarrola, founder of Sentient. In this episode of Elevate Your Brand, host Laurel Mintz uncovers Jimena’s journey from working inside major corporations to launching her own agency dedicated to authentic, human-centered communication. Jimena shares how Sentient helps brands bridge cultural divides, adapt to shifting consumer expectations, and build campaigns that resonate across Latin America and...
Mesh Gelman is the founder and CEO behind Cumulus Coffee, a company brewing up a new standard in coffee. With a background in fashion and a passion for product design, Mesh has always looked at the world through an elevated lens—and now, he’s turning that vision toward your morning cup. By reimagining what instant coffee can be, Mesh is creating a product that’s equal parts innovative, elegant, and experiential. In this episode of Elevate Your Brand, Laurel Mintz chats with Mesh about why gre...
Stephanie Cartin is the co-founder of Entreprenista, a platform and podcast dedicated to celebrating and supporting women entrepreneurs. From launching Socialfly to building a thriving community of female founders, Stephanie has made it her mission to empower women to lead with confidence, strategy, and authenticity. In this episode of Elevate Your Brand, Laurel Mintz chats with Stephanie about the evolution of the Entreprenista brand, the power of vulnerability in business, and why storytell...
Earnest Sweat is the founding partner of Swimming with Allocators, a trailblazing investment firm focused on reshaping the traditional venture capital model by backing diverse emerging fund managers and overlooked founders. With a background in finance, innovation, and community-driven growth, Earnest is building a more inclusive and equitable future for the VC space. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets fro...
Hilary Cocalis is the founder of Sipwell Wine Co., a premium canned wine brand rooted in storytelling and innovation. With over a decade of experience across the beverage industry, she previously led marketing at Ballast Point Brewing, helping scale it into a billion-dollar brand. Today, she advises emerging food and beverage startups while growing Sipwell from the ground up, all while raising two strong daughters, her proudest role of all. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast...
Kim Richards is the founder of Caring for Mama, a purpose-driven brand offering thoughtfully curated care packages that support mothers, caregivers, and the women-owned businesses behind each product. What began as a response to the intensity of postpartum has grown into both an e-commerce platform and a partnership hub, delivering meaningful care across all seasons of motherhood and caregiving—with offerings that resonate deeply, whether gifted personally or at scale. Elevate Your Brand is t...
Sachi Singh is the Founder and CEO of Rootless, a wellness startup focused on seaweed-based nutrition for health and sustainability. With a background in climate policy, international development, and environmental science, she launched Rootless to make ocean-friendly nutrition accessible and impactful. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles and the ...
Jill Brooks-Garnett is a recognized leader in the affordable housing industry, having served as an executive at some of the country’s largest asset management platforms. She is committed to advancing housing access across the United States through new development projects and by consulting to industry leaders. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles a...
Lindsay Hancock is the founder of My Better Batch, a clean-ingredient cookie mix company on a mission to make better-than-homemade cookies easier and more accessible. A former executive at KIND Snacks, she brings over a decade of experience building and scaling better-for-you food brands. As both a mom and entrepreneur, Lindsay created My Better Batch to offer a premium shortcut—one that saves time without ever compromising on quality or taste Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast fo...
Marcos Della Pia is the co-founder of Baris since 2023. Previously, he was a member of the executive team at The Not Company, a leading plant-based food company valued at $1.5 billion. Earlier in his career, he worked in Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan and in sales at Procter & Gamble. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles and the US at large....
Angela Powell is the founder of Whipzi, a line of naturally flavored and colored powdered sugars designed to make baking and beverage creation easy and enjoyable. A U.S. Air Force veteran and former military spouse, she launched the brand to simplify baking, while using natural flavors and plant-based ingredients to inspire creativity in every kitchen. Whipzi has since gained recognition for its versatility and commitment to clean, accessible ingredients. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketin...
Gary Lipsky is a Multifamily Operator and President of Break of Day Capital who has done over ¼ billion in real estate transactions. He is the host of the Real Estate Investor Podcast and best-selling author of Best In Class, the ground breaking book on asset management and Invest Smart:Spotting Red Flags in Real Estate Syndications. Gary is also the host of the InvestSmartSummit.com that takes place on June 6. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneu...
Dr. Margo Harrison MD MPH is founder and CEO of Wave Bye Inc, which is disrupting the period pain space currently led by Midol. She is a clinically active Ob/Gyn, was previously and NICHD-funded investor, and started a women's health consulting firm before founding Wave Bye. Elevate Your Brand is the #1 marketing podcast for entrepreneurs and “wantrepreneurs” looking for insider tips and secrets from the most exciting new and growing brands in Los Angeles and the US at large. Each week,...
Tiana Ravden is the founder of Eroe, an innovative lingerie brand that’s been ten years in the making and fueled by a deep belief in the everyday strength of women. After leading merchandising for companies like Mattel, Gap, and Tommy Hilfiger — and building her own clothing brand and restaurant — Tiana followed her passion, turning a side hustle and a patented idea into a full-time mission to empower confidence, femininity, and triumph through Eroe. Use ELEVATE20 for 20% off your order. Elev...
Hours and hours in the pool did a number on Ann Ragan Kearns’ hair and skin. As an NCAA Division 1 swimmer, she struggled with acne and hair loss, and while she could purchase beauty products for her issues, she never encountered a brand that designed products specifically for her as a female athlete. Fast forward and Kearns has learned a ton about the beauty market as founder of Odyssey Public Relations, a firm that’s worked with beauty companies including that the gap in it she encountered ...