Kick, Push, Pivot

Every entrepreneur faces challenges which require them to kick, push or pivot. On this podcast we interview people faced with the decision to kickstart innovation, push through doubt or pivot to something new. We hope you find something inspiring and encouraging as you listen.

S4 EP 4: Vinay Nagaraj - "Fuel to the Fire" (Bonfire Analytics)

Vinay Nagaraj joins us from New York, NY to discuss his newly funded startup, Bonfire Analytics. Vinay and his team have found a way to make the often long and arduous task of prospecting easier for med tech sales reps with the help of AI and their qualification algorithms. A citizen of the world, listen as Vinay discusses how his frequent moves to different countries as a kid helped shape his mindset for the ever-changing world of med tech startups.  About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

04-06
29:45

S4 EP3: Grinding the Same Gears

Dr. Gregory Charlop joins us from Atlanta, GA. Founder of the Physician Wellness Project, Dr. Charlop is an advocate for his fellow Physicians and has been featured on major networks to discuss issues like physician burnout and innovation. As a medical entrepreneur, speaker, and author, Dr. Charlop is truly multi-faceted and brings a wealth of knowledge to this episode.  About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

03-22
31:43

S4 EP 2: Fail Your First Startup

Dr. Faisal Mirza joins us from Sata Cruz, CA. Born and raised in Canada, Dr. Mirza became a successful Orthopedic Surgeon and bone health expert in the U.S. and has continued to put patients first with his foray into the healthcare startup world. Listen as he describes the value of failure in the startup world and why helping people should always be the focal point of any new business.  About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

03-01
32:14

S4 EP 1: Play the Broken Piano

Geoff Matous joins us all the way from Hartford, Connecticut. A devoted UCONN fan and graduate, listen to how Geoff started his career holding the bag in medical sales and worked his way up to President & CCO of a company called Wellinks. Geoff and his company work closely with Primary Care Physicians and Pulmonologists to create better care for patients suffering from COPD and help them breathe easier (literally). Check out the work Wellinks is doing here: https://www.wellinks.com/ About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow. Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/KPPPodcast/

02-05
33:41

S3 EP 5: The Hired Gun

Jayson Yardley joins us from Newport Beach, CA as the CEO of Knowtion Health. Join us as he shares his journey starting as a registrar in a hospital and working his way all the way up to CEO. Having negotiated multiple successful exits, Jayson shares with us his ideas on what makes a healthcare company truly valuable. Listen as he explains the importance of human connection and communication skills to build and maintain a winning culture in any business.   About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

08-18
33:59

S3 EP 4: East Meets West (Psychedelics in Modern Medicine)

Dr. John Moos joins us from Los Angeles, CA as a seasoned Trauma Surgeon and founder of Soul Surgeon, a cutting-edge healing center incorporating the power of psychedelics to reverse the debilitating effects of trauma on the body and mind. Hear his incredible journey from being a high-school dropout to graduating medical school with honors and blazing a trail between Eastern and Western medicine. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

08-04
31:52

S3 EP 3: AI Think Therefore I Am (ChatCPT Healthcare)

Dr. Harvey Castro joins us from Dallas, TX as a top innovator and speaker on AI applications in Healthcare. A Top Voice on LinkedIn, hear the story of his scrappy beginnings followed by his ascension to medical school and AI thought leadership. Listen in for how AI and modern technology are setting the for the future of healthcare. You can also check his latest thinking at www.chatgpthealthcare.com. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

07-14
30:50

S3 Ep 2: Nature is Our Best Teacher (The Q Collar)

Dr. Dave Smith joins us from Ole West Chester, Ohio. He invented a revolutionary device called the Q Collar which has transformed the way we look at brain injuries. Listen to how he learned from the anatomy of animals to make some game-changing discoveries about our own. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

03-17
31:05

S3 EP 1: Nurses Do More Than Wipe Butts (DrNurseDan.com)

Dr. Dan Weberg joins us from Alameda, California. He is the Founder of DrNurseDan.com, and International Keynote Speaker and a Top LinkedIn Healthcare Voice.  After earning three degrees from Arizona State University Dr. Dan became a registered nurse, one of few men in a female-dominated profession.  Dr. Dan quickly learned that there were innovations that needed to be made within healthcare systems to maximize the power of nurses and hospital staff. He went on to help create and run multiple large healthcare organizations as well as becoming a professor at THE Ohio State University.  Dr. Dan now works as a consultant and media juggernaut leading the way for innovation in healthcare. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

01-20
32:31

S2 EP 12: A Long Strange Trip (Dan Diaz – Golden State Dermatology)

Dan Diaz joins us from Gilroy, CA where he works as the Vice President of Network Development & Physician Services for Golden State Dermatology. Dan took the unconventional route to corporate America, starting as an entrepreneur and finding his way into some of the largest healthcare corporations around. Learn about how he used his experiences working at a golf course to kickstart a career in networking and communication. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

09-16
34:12

S2 EP11: Humanizing Healthcare (Nomi Health)

Dutch Rojas joins us from Tulsa, Oklahoma. A serial entrepreneur, he founded Everyone Health, a leader in the self-insured and self-funded health plan space that was recently acquired by Nomi Health for $26.5M. Once only the domain of large technology companies, self-funded plans, health options, and health futures are likely to become the wave of the future as the traditional insurance model slowly shifts over time towards more pricing transparency. Hear how Dutch is pushing the future of health insurance. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

08-12
31:49

S2 EP10: Humanizing Healthcare (Accenture)

Matt Farrell joins us from St. Louis, Missouri. He is a Managing Director focused on Healthcare and Life Sciences at Accenture, leading a digital practice that advises on and implements the latest technologies for some of the largest healthcare organizations on the planet. Hear more about how he is helping “humanize healthcare” by bringing the power of data to transform how healthcare companies develop drugs, serve patients, and ultimately transform the health industry. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one-of-a-kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

07-08
30:32

S2 EP09: Sharing is Caring (Physician Side Gigs)

Dr. Nisha Mehta joins us from Charlotte, North Carolina. A radiologist by training, she founded Physician Side Gigs - the largest Facebook community in the country - as a way to connect doctors and promote professional and business exchange in a safe, private peer-to-peer environment. A Top Voice on LinkedIn and a contributor to Forbes, CNN and the Washington Post, hear her journey pivoting from doctor to social influencer. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

06-10
34:46

S2 E08: The Price is Right (Wellbridge Surgical)

Jeff Williams joins us from Indianapolis, Indiana. One of the founders of Wellbridge Surgical, a unique surgery center focused on transparent pricing and direct to patient care. Hear how they are changing the healthcare pricing game and looking to create a new paradigm for care. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

04-22
26:00

S2 E07: Soup to Nuts (Shingle)

Dr. Kanwar Kelley and Jai Kohli join us from San Francisco, California. They are the Founders of Shingle, an innovative practice management service that provides complete soup to nuts service for doctors seeking to start and operate their own independent private practice. Hear their story how they came up with the idea over sushi and are launching their MVP that will transform how new practices are built and managed. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

04-08
31:02

S2 E06: The Personal Touch (Dr. Jay Freedman)

Dr. Jay Freedman joins us from Abington, Pennsylvania. He is a pioneer in the area of customer engagement and digital marketing as well as the former chair of the American Dental Association Membership Committee. Hear how he met his wife in prison and went on to build an incredibly successful non-insurance practice using a combination of Google Reviews, handwritten notes, and incredible service. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

03-25
32:43

S2 E05: Culture Eats Experience for Breakfast (Dr. Ali Alijanian)

Dr. Ali Alijanian joins us from Walnut Creek, California. He is the founder of a unique dental practice specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial and Dental Implants. Hear how he uses culture to build and scale using lessons learned from growing up in Iran then migrating to Germany before coming to the U.S. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

03-11
27:22

S2 E04: Leading with Service, Scale by Innovation (Comprehensive Spine & Sports Center)

Dr. Annu Navani joins us from San Jose, California. She is the founder of Comprehensive Spine & Sports Center - a multi-location surgery center practice that combines holistic care with cutting-edge surgery techniques. Hear her story growing up in India then moving to the U.S. to practice medicine - rising to become faculty at Stanford Medical School and one of the leading voices in well-rounded care and healing. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

02-25
28:18

S2 E03: No More Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (Avail Medsystems)

Daniel Hawkins joins us from Santa Clara, California. He is the Founder of Avail Medsystems - an innovative collaboration tool that allows surgeons, device companies, and colleagues to virtually and interactively share best practices in real-time by removing the barriers to distance. Want to figure out how to remove planes, trains, and automobiles from the medical field? Hear his story growing up as the son of a doctor to founding ShockWave Medical to launching his latest venture in virtual surgery support. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

02-11
33:44

S2 E02: Mission Driven (Comprehensive Integrated Care)

Brian Evans joins us from Sacramento, California. He is the VP of Physician Recruitment at Comprehensive Integrated Care - a fast-growing network of physicians and an expert on medical trends for OBLS and ASCs. Hear his fascinating journey from a doctor for the Navy SEALS caring for the nation’s elite warriors to the world of private practice where he is working to transform the model for care here in the US. About Pete Maki and Alex Gallup, Hosts of Kick, Push, Pivot. Pete is a former Fortune 500 strategy consultant who is an expert at data analysis, solving organizational problems and helping put systems in place for organizations ranging from the Department of Defense to startups like SpinGlobal and LeadTech. Alex is an immersive design and customer experience expert who has created one of kind experiences for the Rolling Stones, Range Rover, Oculus and other unique brands. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, Alex and Pete help organizations by providing strategies and unique services that help entrepreneurs in the health, technology, and nonprofit space grow.

01-28
25:51

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