In this episode, Joe sits down with culture transformation expert Jade Green to discuss building human-centric business cultures. Jade shares her unconventional entrepreneurial journey and emphasizes the critical importance of creating environments where people thrive. She challenges leaders to take responsibility, do the hard work upfront, and embrace proven systems for effective scaling. Jade also addresses generational leadership gaps and the need to prioritize genuine human connection. Her mantra of "being the ripple" inspires positive change in today's workplaces.

In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe sits down with Dr. Tracee Perryman, author of "Elevating Futures: A Model For Empowering Black Elementary Student Success" and CEO/co-founder of the Center of Hope Family Services. Dr. Perryman shares insights on the current state of education and community development, drawing from her extensive experience in evidence-based programming and urban community empowerment. The conversation covers a range of topics, including:

• The nuanced progress in racial equity and education over the past 60 years
• The mission and impact of Center of Hope Family Services
• The development and implementation of evidence-based afterschool programs
• Strategies for engaging students and improving academic performance
• The role of technology and social media in modern education
• Practical approaches to supporting overwhelmed parents
• The meaning behind Dr. Perryman's "Elevate" philosophy

Dr. Perryman discusses her organization's impressive results in improving student proficiency rates and shares valuable insights on holistic approaches to education that consider students' contexts and needs. She also touches on her work empowering women leaders, as explored in her book "Elevating Women Leaders: Stories of Strength, Survival and Success.”This episode offers educators, parents, and community leaders practical strategies and inspiring perspectives on elevating student success and community outcomes in urban settings.

In this thought-provoking episode, Joe sits down with Tessa Adams and JT Swierczek, the co-founders of everle - a groundbreaking new networking platform. Addressing the widely debated negative impacts of social media, Tessa and JT share their visionary approach to reinventing online communities. With a mission to prioritize user privacy, mental health, and authentic connections, everle offers a refreshingly different social experience. Tessa and JT delve into the platform's unique features, including data privacy protection, on-demand mental health resources, and community-driven content moderation. The conversation explores everle's genesis, shedding light on Tessa's personal journey that inspired this innovative solution. As tech entrepreneurs, Tessa and JT candidly discuss the challenges of fundraising, particularly for female founders in the male-dominated tech industry. They also touch on the powerful shift towards women empowering and uplifting one another, fostering a collective movement of support. Join Joe as he dives into the minds of these trailblazers, uncovering their motivations, vision, and the potential impact everle could have on redefining authentic online connections and community building.

In this episode, Joe explores the intersection of traditional publishing and cutting-edge augmented reality technology. Join us as he speaks with artist and entrepreneur, Meredith Ochoa, about her journey of using art as a tool for healing and inspiring others. While reading books has been a staple for centuries, Meredith has found a way to revolutionize the traditional reading experience. By integrating augmented reality technology into her work, she has created an immersive experience that takes readers on a journey beyond the printed page. Meredith's journey as an artist and entrepreneur has been filled with challenges, particularly in her struggle with health issues. However, instead of letting this hold her back, she used her experiences as inspiration for her art. In this podcast, we delve into Meredith's creative process and explore how she has been able to combine books with cutting-edge AR technology. We also discuss the importance of having the courage to pursue your dreams, even in the face of adversity.

In this episode, Joe discusses the urgent need for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of technology and data management. Our guest is Raj Verma, the CEO of SingleStore; a cloud-native database software company that specializes in real-time data management at scale. With over 25 years of experience in the global business and technology industries, Verma has a simple but crucial message: “Hurry!” Join us as Verma shares his personal journey and discusses how cloud computing, AI, and other emerging technologies are shaping the future of business and data management. So, whether you're a business leader looking to stay ahead of the curve or a tech enthusiast eager to learn more about the latest developments, you won't want to miss this conversation. Stay tuned for more insights from Raj Verma on the importance of real-time data management and the need for businesses to adapt to change quickly.

Joe welcomes Jaclynn Brennan, the CEO of Fylí, back to the podcast. Fylí is a Network as a Service (NaaS) business for early-stage female founders, providing them with education, accountability, peer-to-peer mentorship, leadership advancement, and funding opportunities. With female founders facing alarming stats of not receiving equal support and funding, Jaclynn is on a mission to change that. In this episode, we dive into Jaclynn's passion for supporting and empowering women in their entrepreneurial journeys, discuss what Fylí has been up to over the past year, and explore what's next for the tribe.

Are you someone who dreams of making a difference in the world of technology and innovation? Do you have a passion for entrepreneurship and an unyielding drive to create something that will change people's lives for the better? If so, then you're in for a treat! In this episode, Joe sits down with Max Kordek, a globally recognized cryptocurrency entrepreneur and the co-founder of Lisk, an accessible blockchain platform for building applications with JavaScript. Max's journey as a tech entrepreneur is truly inspirational. His ambition for entrepreneurship and technological innovation began at a young age, and since then, he has become a leading figure in the cryptocurrency industry. Through his work with Lisk, Max has helped countless developers bring their ideas to life, and he continues to push the industry forward with his innovative ideas and tireless work ethic. In this episode, Max shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities he's encountered in the cryptocurrency industry, as well as his vision for the future of blockchain technology. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or simply someone who's curious about the world of blockchain, Max's story is sure to inspire and motivate you.

In this week's episode, Joe sits down with Michal Morrison, an archaeologist-turned-entrepreneur, and hears her incredible story of perseverance and determination. Michal shares her journey from being an archaeologist to founding Michal Morrison, a cutting-edge skincare company that is set to revolutionize the beauty industry with its science-first approach. We delve into the launch of Genesis βSTEM6™ Molecular Serum, the company's first hero product, which features a patent-pending βSTEM6 molecule validated by 25 years of research in stem cell science and regenerative medicine. Michal's journey is not just about starting a successful business, but it's also about overcoming adversity. In 2016, she suffered a traumatic brain injury, but her experience has become her inspiration to build a company dedicated to science, health, and the well-being of our communities. She shares her journey from injury to recovery, and how it has made her a passionate advocate for people with disabilities. Join Joe for this inspiring and uplifting episode as we explore Michal Morrison's journey, her entrepreneurial spirit, and her vision for the future of the skincare industry. Don't miss out on this incredible story!

In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, we explore the rapidly evolving world of Information Technology and its impact on businesses. With technological advancements like AI, cloud computing, 5G, IoT, and cyber security, the IT sector is undergoing a major transformation. However, many companies fail to recognize the potential impact of their IT team on their growth, missing out on the benefits of an IT-driven growth strategy. Joe is joined by Bhopi Dhall and Saurajit Kanungo, co-authors of "Demystifying IT," who shed light on the significance of using technology to drive growth and efficiency. Bhopi and Saurajit are top executives at CG Infinity, a Texas-based IT consulting firm that prioritizes customer satisfaction and fosters innovation. Tune in to learn more about how technology can be leveraged to drive long-term growth and profits for your company.

Joe welcomes David Lancashire to the podcast. David is currently the Chairman and Co-CEO of Geniant, which helps create exceptional experiences for employees and customers. David also serves as Chairman and CEO of Dallas-based VC firm, Bold Ventures. Prior to embracing his entrepreneurial impulses, David held several senior management positions and then went on to found two technology consulting companies, which he eventually sold. David discusses his entrepreneurial journey and his mission to help others build and grow the people in businesses in a more enlightened way.

This week on Forbes Books podcast, we have a unique guest who learned to lead in an unusual setting – the high seas. Captain Sandy Yawn, star of Bravo's Below Deck and Below Deck Mediterranean, shares her leadership journey through her 30-year career in the maritime industry in her new book, “Be the Calm or Be the Storm”. In the book, Captain Sandy details the lessons she learned both on the water and in life, offering a fresh perspective on leadership.

Entrepreneurs have always used books, Ted Talks, podcasts, and LinkedIn to become thought leaders. But today, more and more entrepreneurs are becoming influencers on TikTok. So how can a CEO go viral on the world's most popular social media platform? Joe's guest has spent the last decade working with influencers and helping entrepreneurs build 6-figure businesses from scratch. Her name is Danielle Haden, and she is the founder of Dansrose Agency. Danielle talks about her love of TikTok and why she thinks the best is yet to come for the social media platform that has already amassed a billion users worldwide.

Each month, the Forbes Books Podcast highlights a nonprofit that’s making an undeniable impact. In this episode, Joe is joined by Stacey Stevenson, the CEO of Family Equality. Stacey is a speaker, writer, and advocate who was named to Out Magazine’s Out100 list in 2022— a compilation of the year’s most impactful and influential LGBTQ+ people. Joe and Stacey discuss Family Equality's mission to advance legal and lived equality for LGBTQ+ families.

Joe welcomes Shelly Henderson, co-founder of Henderson Properties, to discuss her journey from stay-at-home mom to successful real estate entrepreneur alongside her husband Phil. Together, they grew Henderson Properties from a home office into a company managing over 750 rental properties across 180 communities. Shelly provides candid insights into the unexpected ups and downs of starting a business while raising a young family, as chronicled in her book "Starting From Scratch." She recounts how their entrepreneurial path began after friends asked them to manage rental homes during job relocations. The conversation covers the importance of teaching financial literacy from an early age to build generational wealth through homeownership. Shelly stresses instilling the values of hard work, budgeting, and delaying gratification in younger generations. She also shares wisdom on navigating today's turbulent housing market amid high interest rates while preparing for the cyclical nature of real estate. Throughout the interview, Shelly emphasizes the influential role that one pivotal opportunity can have in catalyzing an entrepreneurial journey. Her story exemplifies how embracing an unexpected open door, even amid chaotic life circumstances, can unlock unforeseen potential for business success. Shelly's experiences will inspire listeners to stay resilient and recognize when their own "sliding door" moments arise.

The topic of Web3 and the Metaverse has come up several times on the podcast, and on this episode, we're highlighting the work of Mintouge. Joe is joined by co-founders, Pietro Novelli and Kunaal Chande. Pietro and Kunaal discuss how their startup connects luxury brands to their customers and how Mintouge enables brands to deliver customer service post-sale, digitizing physical assets and communicating via a product’s digital twin.

There’s that old line, 'Those who can, do; those who can't, teach', but that’s a bit of a fallacy, and Joe's guest this week is proving that. His name is Jim Hunter, and he’s been teaching entrepreneurs for decades at the Lubar School of Business at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. But over the course of his entrepreneurial career, he’s founded and run multiple companies and held the roles of CFO, vice president, and director, among others. Jim has an interesting idea; he believes that college is the perfect time to start your business, and he’s written Graduate a CEO to explain why.

The influence of art in society has been discussed since the first brush strokes were ever made. But since then, much has been debated like Elvis’ swiveling hips, violence in video games, or sexuality on TV. But the course of time has proven that art does have a positive impact on the world. And Joe's guest this week, Shreya Patel, is proving that by creating content that's educational and entertaining, she can empower underdogs everywhere. Shreya is an actress, filmmaker, and the founder of Window Dreams Productions, the award-winning production house that specializes in impact production.

Connect with Shreya on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter.
And find out more at www.imshreyapatel.com and www.windowdreams.ca

Back in 2011, Tom Cruise went to the UAE to scale the side of the world’s tallest building for one of his Mission Impossible movies. And in 2015, Joe's guest pulled off an equally daunting feat; Linda Fitz-Alan went to the UAE to launch an English Common Law System in Abu Dhabi. Linda is the Registrar and Registrar and Chief Executive of Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts, where she leads the administration and operations of the Court and delivery of the Court’s comprehensive digital services and unique eCourts Platform. Linda shares her journey from Australia to the UAE and the inspiration for her upcoming book that explores the theme of taking chances by telling her own remarkable story.

New Year, New You, New Job? If your New Year’s resolution is to get in shape, you sign up for the gym. If you want to save money, you might build a budget. But if you’re looking to make a career change, where do you even start? Nowadays, job searchers are getting an assist from executive and business coaches and this week, Joe is joined by two of them: Kara Dennison, the CEO of Optimized Career Solutions, and Jack Dennison, the COO of Optimized Career Solutions. On the pod, Kara and Jack discuss how they're helping high-achieving professionals gain confidence & take control of their career search and find their dream job.

The Links: Find out more about Kara and Jack at OptimizedCareerSolutions.com.Connect on LinkedIn, Kara Dennison & Jack Dennison. And follow Kara on TikTok.

George Elliot said, “It's never too late to be what you might have been.” And Joe's guest this week has admittedly reinvented herself more times than she cared or wanted to count. Osnat Benari is a product leader, strategist, and active advisor and coach for startups and young professionals. She’s also the author of the new book, “Starting from Scratch: Managing Change Like Your Career Depends On It.” In it, she provides the step-by-step process of starting from scratch and everything you need to make change work for you.

This week, Joe welcomes Dr. Nika White back to the podcast. For over 20 years, Dr. Nika has helped companies across the globe create more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable cultures. On January 31st, she’s releasing her third book, Inclusion Uncomplicated: A Transformative Guide To Simplify DEI, in it, she provides the tools to help folks become allies, changemakers, and inclusive leaders, no matter where they are on the DEI journey.

Connect with Dr. Nika on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

About Dr. Nika White: Dr. Nika is an international authority on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). She is an award-winning management and leadership consultant, and executive DEI practitioner helping organizations create cultures of inclusion and belonging. She has worked with hundreds of corporate, educational, government, and nonprofit brands, managing millions of dollars in business assets for her clients. As a sought-after speaker, she delivers keynote addresses on team engagement, organizational leadership, and intentional inclusion. Dr. White brings a vibrant mix of expertise, passion, and vision that leaves audiences inspired and ready to make an impact. Dr. White also trains leaders to collaborate through a lens of compassion, empathy, and understanding. She is the author of two other books: The Intentional Inclusionist® and Next Level Inclusionist: Transforming Your Work and Yourself for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Success.

In 2019, World Logic Day was created by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization. UNESCO believes that logic can help solve some of our biggest global challenges, from climate change to poverty. One of the organizations chosen to host this year’s celebration is Austin-based tech startup Logictry, which is on a mission to make logic and knowledge more accessible. On the podcast, Joe learns more about World Logic Day from the co-founders of Logictry, Chelsea Toler and Chris Fronda. Read more about the global problem Logictry is aiming to solve in this article published by Dr. Art Markman, Vice Provost of Academic Affairs at The University of Texas.

Joe talks about America’s housing problem with Ankur Jain, the founder and CEO of Bilt Rewards, a startup that helps renters build credit and earn points on rent payments. Ankur shares how Bilt quadrupled its valuation to $1.5 billion in less than a year and how renters are able to pay their rent with the Bilt Mastercard at any property and start earning points on rent and non-rent transactions.

Many technologies like solar and wind, will play essential roles in helping the world to accomplish the global consensus of “net-zero” greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But many experts believe that hydrogen will play a pivotal role in hitting that target. Joining Joe on the podcast to discuss “the fuel of the future” is Cody Batemen, the founder of GenH2, a company focused on the mass production of infrastructure equipment necessary for the transition to a clean energy economy. Cody is known as a leader in the field of hydrogen infrastructure research and development and is an outspoken advocate for the Hydrogen Economy.

In this episode, Joe chats with Steven Pope, the founder of "My Amazon Guy," an agency helping brands sell on Amazon's platform. Steven shares his entrepreneurial journey and the problem his company solves: simplifying the process of listing and selling products on Amazon. He reveals secrets and strategies for scaling sales on Amazon, including how he helped one company achieve $80,000 in monthly sales within 90 days. Steven provides candid insights into the complexities of Amazon selling while offering practical advice for launching successful products on the platform.

In 2022, live events came back in a big way. The Detroit Auto Show came back after a 3-and-a-half-year hiatus. Coachella was back after a 2-year break, and Live Nation sold more than 100 million tickets through July 2022, compared to 74 million in 2019. Brands large and small are once again embracing live marketing activations and joining Joe this week to talk more about it is Rachel Doyon, the Founder of Collabarét. Rachel and her team produce activations around the globe for private clients and partners through storytelling, strategic campaigns, and experiential events.

Dale Carnegie once said, “Success is getting what you want, happiness is wanting what you get.” But Joe's guest this week says that Success is not a goal, it's a lifestyle. His name is Gary Cooper, the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Palmetto Infusion Services, and he’s opening up about his struggles on the road to prosperity in the new book, The Success Paradox.

How many serial entrepreneurs have also starred in one of the greatest TV shows of all time? Joe's guest this week is one of them. John O’Hurley is best known for his iconic role of J. Peterman on Seinfeld, but he’s also a serial entrepreneur who's been involved with multiple businesses, including an alternative energy company, Gold Seal Industries. On the podcast, John talks about GSI's game-changing technology, plus he provides a preview of the upcoming National Dog Show, and he shares the odds of a possible Seinfeld Reunion.

Benjamin Franklin once said, “He that good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else.” That quote is over 200 years old, and we just can't stop making excuses. But now there’s a new book, written by Robert J. Hunt and Salem Thyne, that could help us climb out of the muck of blame and excuses. It’s called Nobody Cares (Until You Do): Living Beyond The Blame, Excuses and Doubts That Hold You Back. Joining Joe on the podcast this week is co-author Robert Hunt to tell him more about it. Robert is an Executive Coach who leads CEO Peer Groups in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and is driven to help people be the best version of themselves.

We've all heard the stories about founding and building companies, but how do entrepreneurs grow or scale their businesses? This week, Joe is joined by Jan Cavelle, the author of Scale for Success. Jan is a UK-based serial entrepreneur with decades of experience running and scaling companies, and these days she’s on a mission to help the next generation of entrepreneurs succeed.

The sports apparel industry is GIGANTIC and continues to grow year after year. It's expected to be worth $248 billion by 2026. Fanatics raked in over $3 billion in revenue last year, but there are many other players making an impact in the licensed sportswear vertical. Sportiqe has outfitted more than five million people around the globe, partnering with some of the most recognizable brands in the world, such as the NBA, Trek Bikes, Warner Bros, Nintendo, and Dave Matthews Band. This week, Joe welcomes one of their co-founders, Jason Franklin, who’s been involved in the fashion industry since he was a teenager.

This week Joe spends time with investor, former hedge fund manager, and philanthropist, Julie Macklowe. Julie is the founder of The Macklowe, an American single malt whiskey that she describes as “the Ferrari of single malts”. Suggested retail price: $1,500. Julie shares her journey through entrepreneurship and why she was inspired to create an entirely new category for luxury American single malts within the wine and spirit industry.

Find out more at themacklowe.com.

All great leaders are striving to build an inclusive culture and improve team engagement. But you can’t just take a class, read a book, or even listen to a podcast and be able to develop and execute a diversity and inclusion program. You may need to call Arlene Roane. For over 20 years, Arlene has been a trusted advisor to chief diversity officers, operational leaders, and HR/talent professionals who have the desire to create a culture where people can speak candidly, challenge respectfully and build trust-based relationships. Arlene talks to Joe about her career and the work she's doing today as founder and president of Redhouse Performance Consulting.

Serial entrepreneurs are a fascinating breed. We all know starting and running a successful company is really hard, but to do it over and over again seems almost impossible. And when it comes to scaling, how can you scale all of those businesses for growth? Joe's guest this week has unlocked the key to scalability and is on a mission to show other entrepreneurs how to enhance their lives by demonstrating how to improve every single day. Tony DiSilvestro is an entrepreneur and coach who has founded over 30 businesses and employs over 400 people across several verticals.

Branded entrainment has been defined as the insertion of a brand within an entertainment property in such a way that the line between entertainment and advertising becomes blurred. It’s a lot easier said than done, but Joe's guest this week has discovered the secret sauce. His name is Patrick Hughes, the CEO of Foundation Media and his company’s work with Build-A-Bear, Sony, Netflix, and others has provided a model for success in how brands can interact with the entertainment industry.

In this episode, Joe sits down with Stan Gwizdak, CEO of the Kormac Group management consulting firm and author of the bestselling book "Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust." Stan shares his unconventional path to selling, which began at age 8 by going door-to-door peddling seeds to earn money for a BB gun. Despite his early entrepreneurial knack, Stan initially resisted a career in sales, instead pursuing engineering and corporate operations roles. It took a life-altering car accident in 2004 for Stan to finally embrace his calling as a consultant, helping businesses drive transformational change. He opened up about the pivotal moment that made him ditch traditional manipulative sales tactics in favor of an authentic "seek to help, not sell" approach. The two explore Stan's philosophy that we are all "selling" in life, whether to spouses, kids, customers, or employers. He provides insights from "Karmic Selling" on building trust, delivering value first, and overcoming the fear of saying "no" to the wrong opportunities. Throughout the conversation, Stan emphasizes the power of staying true to one's authentic self rather than cloaking intentions behind empty sales tactics. His inspiring story shows how "giving away" value and putting people over profits can paradoxically lead to even greater business success.

According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70 percent of small businesses fail in their first 10 years. But what if it was OK to like failure? Even love it. This week, Joe welcomes Olakunle Soriyan AKA PK, the co-author of the best-selling book, “A Love Affair with Failure” he co-wrote with Akintoye Akindele. On the podcast, PK talks about the difference between failing and failure, and why they’re on a mission to empower one million entrepreneurs across Africa over the next decade.

Netflix, Redbox, and MoviePass revolutionized the way we watch movies in many ways, but they all have one common denominator: Mitch Lowe. This week on the podcast, Joe talks to Mitch about his career in show business, how he disrupted the entertainment industry, and his new book, Watch and Learn: How I Turned Hollywood Upside Down with Netflix, Redbox, and MoviePass.

Joe's guest this week might have trouble renting a car, but he has no issues when it comes to starting a business. Even though he’s only 23, he’s already founded a record label, a digital marketplace, and an online publication. But his latest company aims to disrupt the education industrial complex. His name is Milan Kordestani, and he’s the founder and CEO of Audo.  On the podcast, Milan shares how his company is helping Gen-Z find new ways to gain professional skills without attending college.

Sharon Price John is living the dream of pretty much any child on the planet…she runs a company that makes teddy bears.  On the podcast, Sharon talks about what it's like to be the CEO of the Build-A-Bear Workshop, how she steered the company during the pandemic, and how she helped turn Build-A-Bear into an E-Com Giant.

Sign up for updates for Sharon's book at storiesandheart.com.

With the pandemic lockdowns way back in the rearview mirror, people are traveling like never before. One recent study showed that the Adventure Tourism Market Size will be worth $1.009 Trillion by 2030. But we all know, that traveling isn't easy. This week's guests are the founders of Landng, Devon Keakulina DeAngelo and Nacera Belal, and they're on a mission to make the experience of travel planning frictionless, inclusive and creative.

Joe welcomes Leanne Meyer to the podcast. Leanne directs the Carnegie Mellon Women’s Executive Leadership Academy and is the former Executive Director of the University’s Accelerate Leadership Center at the Tepper School of Business. She’s also the author of Climbing the Spiral Staircase: How Women Can Navigate Their Careers and Accelerate Success. Leanne shares why she's made it her mission in life to help women reclaim purpose and passion.

This week, Joe welcomes Jarrod Guy Randolph to the podcast, an entrepreneur who has spent 20 years in the world of New York City real estate and is now on a mission to help people build wealth through real estate investment. Jarrod has been described as part strategist, part guru, and 100% committed to sharing the same practices that brought him his own success.

This will not be your typical business podcast, on this episode we’re covering the intersection of spirituality and capitalism. Joe spends time with Katie Fink, the Founder of Mind Body Soul Market, an online marketplace that connects folks with a network of expert astrologers, psychics, ascension guides, and more. Katie talks about her own spiritual and entrepreneurial journey and what inspired her to build the Mind Body Soul Market.

The United States is experiencing a shortage of much-needed STEM workers, but fortunately, there are some forward-thinking companies that have been stepping up to tap into the country’s youth to fill the void. This week, Joe welcomes Malcolm Allen to the podcast. Malcolm is a serial entrepreneur and the person behind Stem X, the Leading Stem Engagement and Analytics Platform that helps organizations discover pathways for impact, digital equity, and transformation.

World Drowning Prevention Day is July 25 and on this episode of the podcast, Joe is joined by Eric Lupton, the President of Life Saver Pool Fence Systems. Eric shares his inspiring story of entrepreneurship and why an unprotected pool is over one hundred times more dangerous to your child than a loaded gun.

Join Joe as he sits down with Justin and Lauren Owens, co-owners of Manzo Piedmontese, to discuss their unique beef label sourced from an ancient Italian cattle breed. Discover how these "magic cows" produce remarkably lean yet incredibly tender beef without marbling, making it a hit among celebrity chefs and professional athletes. Hear the fascinating backstory of how Justin's family has been involved with Piedmontese cattle for generations, and Lauren's journey adapting from city life to the modern ranching lifestyle. Learn about the premium pricing and direct-to-consumer model for their high-end beef products. And get insights into how they are educating consumers on properly cooking and enjoying this one-of-a-kind meat.

We’re always looking for the best ROI, but sometimes we just take things for granted…for example, tech. Are all entrepreneurs maximizing their technology investments? This week, Joe is joined by a guest who has unlocked the way to create and show the value of technological initiatives while transforming businesses. His name is Ben DeBow, he is the founder of Fortified and the architect of global mission-critical enterprise data platforms.

According to a recent study, there are almost 22 million millionaires living in the U.S. today.

Some entrepreneurs believe it’s foolish to spend time, money, and energy trying to get money from customers who have very little of it. Those business owners find it more productive to concentrate on those where the price is not a factor.

So if you’re an entrepreneur, how do you sell or market your services to the ever-growing mass-affluent, affluent and ultra-affluent populations?

This week, Joe is joined by Will Makris, who has spent the last two decades thriving in the New York hospitality industry. In 2020, Will opened Zero Bond, a private club in the Manhattan neighborhood of NoHo, that spans 20,000 feet across two floors, and has become a destination for the mass affluent.

If you live in and around the NYC area, you’re not lacking for events to attend this summer, but if you’re looking to learn more about the future of technology near one of the most beautiful stretches of beaches in America, look no further than Hamptons Tech Week. On the podcast this week, Joe is joined by Christine Prydatko, the producer of the event and the Co-Publisher of James Lane Post. Christine talks about how it all came together and why she decided to bring the world of web3 to the Hamptons.