The Patent Hacks Podcast

Welcome back to the Patent Hacks Podcast, where we dive deep into the minds of innovators, founders, and industry leaders shaping the future. I’m your host, Trevor Skene, co-founder and CEO of Patent Hacks.Today, we’re joined by Jane Powell — a powerhouse in technology sales, digital transformation, and community impact. With over 18 years in IT and tech sales leadership, Jane is the Founder of Firefly Solutions and the Firefly Foundation, a first-of-its-kind nonprofit incubator supporting mission-driven organizations. She’s also affectionately known as Tampa Bay’s “Networking Goddess,” leveraging her 16,000+ strong network to help startups scale, forge partnerships, and unlock growth.Beyond the boardroom, Jane is a passionate advocate and the Executive Director of PWN4PWN, a nonprofit supporting the narcolepsy community worldwide. From driving digital transformation to building thriving ecosystems, Jane’s journey is packed with insights on innovation, leadership, and impact.

Welcome back to The Patent Hacks Podcast, where we dive deep into the minds of today’s top innovators, builders, and leaders. I’m your host, Trevor Skene, and today I’m thrilled to welcome a guest who embodies the idea of turning ideas into empires — Brian J. Esposito.Brian is the Founder and CEO of Esposito Intellectual Enterprises, a global organization with over 115 entities and 200+ joint ventures across 25 industries — from beauty and fashion to aviation, media, digital assets, and beyond. He’s been named among the Top 10 CEOs globally multiple years in a row, recognized as one of the Top 100 Innovators & Entrepreneurs, and is currently the CEO of Diamond Lake Minerals ($DLMI), where he helped grow the company’s valuation from $1M to over $400M through bold strategy and partnerships.He’s also a speaker, advisor, investor, and passionate connector of people and ideas around the world. In this conversation, we’ll unpack the mindset, strategies, and lessons behind his remarkable journey — including the speed bumps along the way that shaped his path.

Welcome back to The Patent Hacks Podcast, where we explore the journeys of innovators and industry leaders shaping the future of business and technology. I’m your host, Trevor Skene, and today I’m excited to be joined by Vincent Sullivan — a cybersecurity veteran with over 25 years of experience defending U.S. national security and now the founder and CEO of the Cyber Strategy Institute.Vincent has led teams through some of the highest-stakes cyber operations imaginable and now helps businesses make cybersecurity finally make sense. His Zero Trust Blueprint delivers peace of mind, ROI, and real protection in just 30 days — even if you’re not a security expert.Today, we’ll dive into Vincent’s journey from military service to entrepreneurship, the rising threats businesses face in 2025, and how leaders can move beyond fear and complexity to build real resilience.

Welcome back to the Patent Hacks Podcast, where we dive into the stories of innovators and changemakers who are shaping the world in unexpected ways. I’m your host, Trevor Skene.Today, I’m joined by Brandon Griffith — founder and CEO of Griffith Blue Heart Nonprofit, decorated Deputy Sheriff with the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office, and a sudden cardiac arrest survivor. Brandon’s story is nothing short of remarkable. At just 26, he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at home, was saved by his wife, and later became one of the only police officers in the country to return to full active duty with an implanted defibrillator.Through Griffith Blue Heart, Brandon now trains and equips law enforcement to respond to cardiac emergencies, bridging a critical gap between public safety and lifesaving medical readiness. His journey of survival, service, and advocacy offers powerful lessons for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving to turn adversity into impact.

Welcome back to the Patent Hacks Podcast, where we dive into the minds of innovators shaping the future of entrepreneurship and technology. I’m your host, Trevor Skene, and today I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Alan Kadish — a serial entrepreneur, physician, and the CEO of InvestorMatch.ai.Alan brings more than 40 years of experience building companies, investing in startups, and removing friction in the funding arena. With InvestorMatch.ai, he’s harnessing AI to connect founders, funders, and vendors with precision and speed — transforming how early-stage ventures find aligned capital and resources.In this episode, we’ll explore how matchmaking technology is rewriting the rules of startup funding, the lessons Alan has learned from decades at the crossroads of medicine, biotech, and venture building, and what every entrepreneur should know about presenting themselves to investors.