Office Hours with David Meltzer
Welcome to Office Hours, hosted by legendary sports executive, entrepreneur, and investor David Meltzer. The podcast features conversations with some of the brightest millionaires, billionaires, and entrepreneurs in business, sports, and entertainment. Together they discuss success, failure, and everything in between, offering insights and experiences from their careers.
Episodes
Well-Oiled Machine | Turning Reaction Into Response
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to talk about what happens when even a well-oiled machine has an off day. We break down how small mistakes, missed details, exhaustion, and unexpected changes can quickly create interference, along with the importance of adaptability and personal accountability. I share how I use “stop, drop, and roll” to recognize my reactions to fear and re
Fairways to Fortune | Why Process Always Trumps Expectations
In today’s episode, Virgil Herring and I discuss how resilience, preparation, and trust in a proven process help us recover when strong starts, certain deals, or perfect shots fall apart. Virgil compares my son’s comeback after two difficult opening holes with Rory McIlroy’s ability to overcome early mistakes under pressure. We explain why past failures cannot control the present, and why
Office Hours #926 | Leading with Purpose and Intention
In this episode, David sits down with Lori Bruhns, Glenn Harwood, and Alex Snider for a conversation about leadership, purpose, personal growth, and making more intentional decisions. Lori shares her approach to executive coaching, helping leaders connect with their purpose, overcome obstacles, identify blind spots, strengthen relationships, and unlock their potential.Glenn Harwood discus
The Reel Deal | How Commitment Reveals Character
In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I discuss commitment, accountability, and using influence with intention. We share how people reveal their priorities through the effort they make when weather, travel, or other obstacles interfere with their obligations. Brian and I also consider whether celebrities and athletes should use their platforms to express political views and support social ch
Office Hours #925 | Burnout, Purpose & Leadership
In this episode, David sits down with Lindsay Othen, M.S., SHRM-CP, founder of Fluorescence Coaching & Consulting LC, for a conversation about reducing burnout, unlocking human potential, and creating thriving workplace cultures. Lindsay shares how her Flourishing Intelligence approach helps organizations better understand their people and take a first step toward healthier, more enga
Office Hours | Be the Architect of Your Own Success
In today’s episode, I speak with Matt Uhler, Itamar Shatz, and Linda Hunt about the emotional and practical structures behind lasting business success. Matt explains why owners must prepare for the loss of identity and purpose that can follow selling a company, while buyers need financial clarity and a thoughtful transition plan. Itamar shares how immediate pleasure, fear, and uncertainty
Made From Mistakes | Lead From Where You Are
In today’s episode, I speak with Sujay Saha, Christopher Stitt, and Hooman Ghazanfari about courageous career changes, leadership through influence, and creating clarity under pressure. Sujay explains why leaving a prestigious role does not erase years of progress, but can build valuable experience, relationships, and perspective. Christopher shares how people at any organizational level
Well-Oiled Machine | The Power of White Space
In today’s episode, Nic Glazer and I break down how careful scheduling, clear priorities, and personal non-negotiables helped me remain productive after a heavily delayed flight to New York. Despite arriving at 2:00 a.m., I protected time for sleep, exercise, meditation, family, coaching, and training before a full day at Fanatics Fest. We discuss using white space, overlapping compatible
Fairways to Fortune | Preparation Changes Everything
In today’s episode, Virgil Herring and I discuss how preparation, resilience, and a dependable process help athletes perform under extraordinary pressure. Virgil shares how Brandt Snedeker overcame early struggles at the Masters by releasing his expectations and trusting the skills he had already developed. We also reflect on the personal challenges faced by Tiger Woods and John Daly, inc
Office Hours #924 | Building Smarter Businesses & Bigger Impact
In this episode, David sits down with Bob Quintana, John Warner, and Shelton Mercer III for a conversation about AI, leadership, entrepreneurship, civic responsibility, and creating meaningful impact. Bob Quintana, Founder and CEO of Enlightened Entrepreneurship Group, shares how AI agents are being implemented across more than 100 companies and why AI can act as an accelerator, amplifyin
IG Live | From Vision to Real-World Impact
In this episode, David sits down with three entrepreneurs who share practical insights on scaling businesses, building wealth, and creating opportunities. Adam Rosen, entrepreneur and global traveler, shares how he exited his first tech startup in 2019 and went on to build EOC Works and The Nomad Cloud. Since acquiring The Nomad Cloud in January 2024 with just 5,000 subscribers, Adam has
The Reel Deal | Actions Reveal Everything
In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I discuss how to recognize who can truly be trusted in sports and entertainment. We share a three-bucket system for evaluating reliability, responsiveness, honesty, and consistency while allowing people room to grow and change. Brian explains why actions reveal far more than words, especially when dealing with flaky partners, manipulators, oversellers, a
Office Hours #923 | The Power of Relationships & Impossible Dreams
In this episode, David sits down with Michael N. Fineman and Dr. Jan R. Krupp for conversations about building meaningful relationships, pursuing bold visions, and turning the seemingly impossible into reality. Michael N. Fineman, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and relationship strategist, shares insights on identity, influence, communication, and building powerful connections that create
Office Hours | The Courage to Choose Differently
In today’s episode, I speak with Raj Shingadia, Rob Smith, and Dr. Sam Adeyemi about entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and personal transformation. Raj shares how frustration with existing aquarium products pushed him to abandon a traditional career path, trust his instincts, and build a business around solving a problem he understood firsthand. Rob explains why technology alone cannot pro
IG Live | From Celiac to $5M: The Mightylicious Story
Carolyn Haeler, Founder and CEO of Mightylicious Gluten Free, shares how a celiac disease diagnosis inspired her to leave a successful career at JP Morgan and build a premium gluten-free food brand. She discusses creating better-tasting gluten-free products, growing Mightylicious into a nationally distributed company, raising $5 million in just 48 hours through Republic crowdfunding, and
Made From Mistakes | The Power of Starting Now
In today’s episode, I speak with Bart Berkey and Debra Russell about presence, human connection, and overcoming overwhelm. Bart explains why being where your feet are allows others to feel genuinely welcomed, cared for, valued, and seen. We discuss clearing distractions, taking action, and doing what most people avoid because meaningful connection requires conscious effort. Debra shares a
Well-Oiled Machine | Prepared for Every Possibility
In today’s episode, Nic Glazer and I break down how preparation kept an unpredictable trip to New York from becoming a complete disaster. I share why I keep duplicate chargers, toiletries, snacks, tea, and travel essentials permanently packed, along with how I choose airports, flights, drivers, and schedules around every possible outcome. When weather turned a five-hour flight into an 11-
Fairways to Fortune | Finding Confidence Through Preparation
In today’s episode, I sit down with PGA coach Virgil Herring to discuss how technology is making golf more accessible, efficient, and enjoyable for players at every level. We explore how simulators reduce cost, time, and embarrassment for beginners while creating new opportunities for instructors and business relationships. Virgil explains how precise data helps professionals replace unce
Office Hours #922 | Leadership Through Adversity
In this episode, David explores resilience, leadership, personal transformation, and the power of turning difficult experiences into meaningful change with three inspiring entrepreneurs and leaders.Alex da Silva, Founder of Silva Cosmetics, shares how a life-changing spinal condition and his son’s struggle with severe eczema inspired him to create a natural skincare brand. After developin
IG Live | Culture, Base Trading Cards & Connection
In this episode, David explores the future of technology, money, culture, and human connection with three entrepreneurs and experts challenging traditional ways of thinking.Kishore Lulla, Founder and Executive Chairman of Eros Innovation, is a pioneer in bringing Indian cinema to global audiences. Today, he focuses on Sovereign AI and Cultural Intelligence through Eros Innovation and Eros
The Reel Deal | The Business Behind the Spotlight
In today’s episode, I sit down with Brian Sher to discuss the hidden pressures of working behind the scenes in sports and entertainment. We share why glamorous events often involve intense responsibility, constant problem solving, and hundreds of moving parts that audiences never see. Brian explains the challenges of managing artists, protecting fan experiences, and staying composed when
Office Hours #921 | Turning Problems Into Profitable Opportunities
In this episode, David explores leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship with three experienced business leaders who have built, adapted, and executed across different industries.David J. Long, President of David J. Long Coaching and Vice President of Schumacher Automotive, brings more than 40 years of automotive experience. A nationally recognized executive, coach, speaker, and autho
IG Live | Turning Ideas Into Impact and Setbacks Into Success
In this episode, David explores the power of ideas, resilience, and taking bold action with three entrepreneurs who are building businesses designed to create lasting impact.Chandler Bolt, CEO of SelfPublishing.com, is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and bestselling author of seven books, including Published. Through SelfPublishing.com, his books, and YouTube channels, he has helped more tha
Office Hours | Building Healthier Smarter Businesses
In today’s episode, I speak with Jimmy St. Louis, Stefani Havel, and Eric Cornelius about longevity, sales, and cybersecurity. Jimmy explains how peptides work, recent progress surrounding safe compounding, and why health span matters more than simply extending lifespan. Stefani shares four sales archetypes and explains how understanding different communication and decision-making styles
Made From Mistakes | The New Rules of Business Growth
In today’s episode, I speak with Alicia Lyttle, Angelique Rewers, and Heather Holmes about using technology, leadership, and consistency to create sustainable growth. Alicia explains how AI can help entrepreneurs reduce burnout, increase productivity, and strengthen the skills employers value. Angelique shares why leadership, problem solving, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking shoul
Well-Oiled Machine | Planning for What You Cannot Control
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down how we planned a highly productive trip to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show. We discuss using time zones strategically, protecting nonnegotiables, and preparing every controllable detail, from airport parking and meals to transportation, event access, and content capture. I explain why ambitious schedules req
Fairways to Fortune | The Power of the Right Community
In today’s episode, I sit down with golf coach Virgil Herring and Punta Mita executive Carl Emberson to discuss how golf, luxury hospitality, and intentional community create meaningful opportunities. Carl shares what makes Punta Mita unique, from its championship courses and distinctive beach clubs to the warmth of its people and the relationships built across generations. We explore gol
Office Hours #920 | Resilience, Identity, and Staying Calm Through Uncertainty
In this episode, we explore how resilience, identity, and purpose can help us navigate adversity and create meaningful success. Ryan Beckmann, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and founder of HeroPicks and The Last Save, shares lessons from his journey through addiction, trauma, and recovery. He discusses mental health, faith, leadership, and the power of service and community to turn persona
The Reel Deal | The Power of Showing Up
In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I sit down with Marshall Davis Jones to talk about awareness, presence, and the power of showing up. Marshall explains how language shapes our internal direction, emotional state, and connection with others, while sharing why physical proximity creates an energy that virtual communication cannot fully replace. He also delivers a powerful spoken-word perf
Office Hours #919 | The Power of Giving, Bold Ideas, and Game-Changing Innovation
In this episode, we explore leadership, innovation, and turning bold ideas into real impact. Dan Albaum, Co-Founder of Market Impact and author of The Giving Edge, shares how servant leadership, generosity, and strong relationships can create a lasting advantage in business. He also discusses building stronger teams and healthier workplace cultures.Josh Hoffman and Jordan Eubanks, Co-Foun
IG Live | Breaking Barriers and Living an Extraordinary Life
In this episode, we explore how mindset, courage, and intentional action can transform your life, from building financial freedom to creating deeper connections and living with greater purpose.Lina Moynha, CEO of Property Elevate, shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a culturally conservative environment and relying on government benefits to building a successful property educa
Office Hours | Turning Audiences Into Communities
In today’s episode, I sit down with Omar Sarieddine, co-founder of Ticmint, a live events platform built to give creators direct ownership of their communities and audiences. Omar shares how a passion project in Abu Dhabi shaped his understanding of culture, belonging, and genuine human connection. We discuss why in-person experiences remain essential in an increasingly digital world, how
Made From Mistakes | Trust Is Built Through Transparency
In today’s episode, I sit down with three leaders bringing clarity, compassion, and possibility to their industries. Dr. Jeremy Levin explains the growing distrust surrounding biotechnology, the hidden forces driving medicine costs, and how patient-centered incentives can restore confidence. John Polo shares how grief forced him to confront his inner dialogue and why awareness, respect, a
Well-Oiled Machine | Study Your Calendar
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down the planning behind a highly productive 36 hours of cross-country travel. We discuss choosing flights based on timing and reliability, preparing hotel access before arrival, and building sleep, nutrition, exercise, meetings, and family time into the calendar. Nic explains the difference between looking at your schedule and truly
Fairways to Fortune | Where Family and Fortune Meet
In today’s episode, I sit down with Tricia McCaffrey and Virgil Herring to discuss how luxury mountain living can create lasting value through family, connection, and presence. Tricia shares the vision behind Finale Breckenridge, the community’s final master-planned development, including limited residences, mountain homesites, and its first five-star hotel. We talk about what makes Breck
IG Live | From Adversity to Authentic Success
This episode explores resilience, entrepreneurial freedom, and redefining success through the stories of three remarkable leaders who have transformed adversity into purpose. Colin Owensby, an ultra-endurance athlete and resilience advocate, shares his journey of overcoming a near-fatal accident, profound loss, and personal challenges. He introduces his Map of Resilience, a 25-year framew
Office Hours #918 | The Future of Sustainable Entrepreneurship
In this episode, we explore how entrepreneurs are turning sustainability into scalable innovation and creating products that challenge the way everyday goods are made. Phil Cohen, co-founder of CRUSH! and Simplifyber, shares how advanced materials and liquid fiber molding technology can transform natural cellulose fibers into high-performance, biodegradable alternatives to plastics and sy
The Reel Deal | The Power of Authentic Engagement
In today’s episode, Brian Sher and I discuss how authenticity, consistency, and genuine audience engagement create opportunities across industries. Brian shares how he worked his way from the William Morris mailroom to representing writers, actors, musicians, and entrepreneurs while building a career around identifying crossover potential. We explore why follower counts mean little withou
Office Hours #917 | Artificial intelligence, Psychology & the Future of Health
In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence, human behavior, and healthcare innovation are reshaping the way we understand data, decision-making, and modern wellness.David L. Donoho, Ph.D., the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor in the Humanities and Sciences and Professor of Statistics at Stanford University, shares insights into the often-overlooked role universities and o
IG Live | Mastering Parenting, Stress & Nervous-System Regulation
In this episode, we explore practical ways to improve emotional well-being, parenting, stress management, and nervous-system regulation. Sara Lewis Hartley shares how children can become powerful teachers and how parenting can create opportunities for healing, self-discovery, emotional regulation, and personal growth through her Echo Parenting philosophy and ALIGN Parenting Method™.Raj Kh
Office Hours | The Strength of Authentic Relationships
In today’s episode, I sit down with Ray Qudos, CMO of RDX Sports, to discuss the company’s evolution from a small eBay brand into a global combat sports business. Ray shares how consumer feedback, functional design, and direct relationships helped RDX reach professional fighters, fitness enthusiasts, women, and children across international markets. We also discuss the accessibility of co
IG Live | Leadership, Fitness & Hospitality
The conversation brings together insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation, exploring how leaders can develop stronger mindsets and navigate change.Ross Blankenship, PhD, is an organizational psychologist, executive coach, and founder of Tuesday Advisors, where he helps leaders strengthen their mindset and navigate organizational change. His work focuses on the connection b
Made From Mistakes | Turning Data Into Better Decisions
In today’s episode, I sit down with three leaders transforming customer experience, digital identity, and athletic performance. Marc Caine shares how lessons from live theater can help businesses prepare, adapt, empower employees, and deliver memorable experiences without exposing backstage mistakes. Benjamin Crawford explains the value of custom domain extensions, including their role in
Well-Oiled Machine | The Subtleties of Success
In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down one of the most productive weeks of my career. We discuss how careful planning, non-negotiable habits, strategic travel, and nightly calendar reviews allowed us to move through Los Angeles, Vancouver, Minneapolis, Atlanta, and Nashville without sacrificing rest, relationships, or moments of vacation. From choosing the right flig
Fairways to Fortune | Stay Where Your Feet Are
In today’s episode, I sit down with PGA coach Virgil Herring to explore how golf teaches lessons that carry into business, relationships, and everyday life. We discuss letting go of judgment, keeping ego from shaping decisions, and staying present when pressure pulls your attention toward the past or future. Virgil explains how elite players turn nervous energy into excitement, recover fr
IG Live | Leadership, Wellness & Athlete Entrepreneurship
Alex Russell is the founder of KEANU, an instant noble kava brand inspired by his years of exploring kava culture in Vanuatu, Hawaii, and New Caledonia. After leaving investment banking at Lazard, he focused on sharing the cultural story of kava before building the company. KEANU’s first instant kava launch sold out in 67 minutes and has since raised more than $1 million, with Alex focuse
Office Hours #916 | The Business Playbook: Acquisitions, Productivity & Profit
Matt Uhler is a business broker, acquisition strategist, and entrepreneur with more than 28 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and investors build wealth through business acquisitions. He has evaluated over 3,000 businesses, completed more than 800 transactions, owned and operated more than 35 businesses, and facilitated over $350 million in funded transactions. Through Amped Succe
The Reel Deal | Boundaries Build Better Relationships
In today’s episode, I sit down with Brian Sher to discuss setting boundaries, protecting personal relationships, and making quick decisions about where our time belongs. I share how years of practice have taught me to turn difficult days into brief moments by stopping, breathing, and returning to center. Brian explains how age, experience, and financial freedom have helped him become more
Office Hours #915 | Building Smarter Businesses & Better Healthcare
Alan Ezeir is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and business builder with more than 30 years of experience in internet and digital assets. He co-founded Global Domains International and later founded Domain Cost Club, which he successfully sold in 2016. Today, he serves as General Partner at Pollock Fund and founder of Circle Square Capital, where he focuses on acquiring valuable digital
IG Live | How Relationships, Resilience & Purpose Drive Success with Ken Joslin, Andy Ross & Amanda Hill
Ken Joslin is a former pastor, real estate investor, high-performance coach, and founder of Grow Stack Drive (GSD), a community designed to help entrepreneurs grow through meaningful relationships, accountability, and personal development. His Core 5 framework—Faith, Health, Relationships, Business, and Finances—takes a whole-life approach to success. In his new book, 14 Frequencies of Pr
Office Hours | Turning Purpose Into Sustainable Growth
In today’s episode, I sit down with Bill Flederbach, Sam Kukathas, and Ari Kimmelfeld to discuss how purpose, incentives, and action create sustainable growth. Bill explains why climate solutions gain traction when they generate measurable business value. Sam shares how daily resonance practices can help leaders move beyond scarcity, improve performance, and reconnect with their purpose.
Made From Mistakes | The Power of Perfect Timing
In today’s episode, I sit down with two entrepreneurs at very different stages of their journeys. Arden Pala shares how launching a nonprofit at 12 led him to build HelpTivo, a platform that helps nonprofits and college clubs manage membership, communication, and engagement. Sylvester Raymond explains how Signal to Sale uses stacked buying signals to help sales teams identify the right pr
Well-Oiled Machine | Time Is Your Greatest Asset
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Nic Glazer as we launch a new series focused on the small decisions that make a big difference in productivity. Using one real travel day as an example, we break down how I structure my calendar, prioritize sleep, fitness, and family, and maximize every hour through intentional planning. We talk about adapting to unexpected travel changes, making smarter
Office Hours #914 | How Kindness & Innovation Build Great Businesses with Colleen Joyce & Renee Dutton
Colleen Joyce is the CEO of Lawyer.com, where she has transformed the company into one of the nation's leading legal marketplaces by combining innovation, technology, and purpose-driven leadership. Under her guidance, the company has grown from a $2 million to a $15 million annual run rate, serving millions of legal consumers and thousands of law firms while introducing AI-powered solutio
Office Hours #913 | How to Raise Resilient Kids, Build Winning Companies & Lead with Purpose
Dr. Jerry Weichman is a clinical psychologist, adolescent specialist, and parenting expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping families navigate the challenges of teen development and mental health. Known as "The Teen Decoder," he has supported more than 6,500 families through The Weichman Clinic and the Teen Brain Program, providing practical strategies to address issues such as a
IG Live | Business Growth Secrets: Buying Companies, Leading with Purpose & Winning in Life
Matt Uhler is a veteran business broker, acquisition strategist, and entrepreneur with more than 28 years of experience helping business owners and investors build wealth through strategic acquisitions. Over the course of his career, he has evaluated more than 3,000 businesses, completed over 800 transactions, owned and operated more than 35 companies, and facilitated more than $350 milli
Office Hours #912 | How Great Leaders Think: Mindset, Cybersecurity & Innovation
Raj Shingadia is an entrepreneur and creative visionary who traded a planned legal career for his passion for aquatics. Since making that leap, he has designed and installed world-class aquatic environments for aquariums, zoos, hospitals, businesses, and private residences across the globe. His talents have also reached Hollywood, where he contributed to the set design and fabrication of
Office Hours #911 | The Future of Business: Longevity, Sales & Cybersecurity with Jimmy St. Louis, Stefani Havel & Eric Cornelius
Jimmy St. Louis is the CEO of Agentis Longevity, a healthcare platform focused on helping people live healthier, longer, and more fulfilling lives. A former competitive athlete and seasoned healthcare executive, Jimmy has spent his career building and scaling innovative healthcare organizations, including leadership roles at Franchise 123, AliRx, and the Laser Spine Institute, where he he
IG Live | From Loss to Legacy: The Stories Behind Extraordinary Entrepreneurs
Mark Paine Fisher is an author, entrepreneur, and leadership coach whose work is deeply rooted in resilience, healing, and personal growth. After losing his father in a 1966 plane crash at just five years old and later overcoming temporary paralysis following a medical accident, Mark transformed life's greatest challenges into a mission to help others grow. He founded Inspiring Growth, au
IG Live | The Power of Purpose: Bob Quintana on Leadership & Alen Tsaturyan on Addiction Recovery
Bob Quintana is the Founder and CEO of Enlightened Entrepreneurship Group, author of Enlightened Entrepreneurship, and host of the Enlightened Entrepreneurship Podcast. With more than 35 years of experience founding, leading, and advising businesses, he has helped entrepreneurs, Fortune 500 companies, startups, and government organizations strengthen leadership, culture, and organizationa
Office Hours #910 | Building a Better Future: Climate Solutions, Founder Mindset & the Wellness Economy
Bill Flederbach, President and CEO of ClimeCo, has spent more than 30 years helping businesses address climate challenges through innovative sustainability and decarbonization solutions. Since founding ClimeCo, he has grown the company into a global leader serving organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, helping reduce more than 40 million tonnes of CO₂e emissions thr
Office Hours #909 | How to Thrive in the Age of AI: Entrepreneurship, Investing & Life After Adversity
John Polo is a keynote speaker, author, and international coach who shares powerful lessons on resilience, healing, and personal transformation. After losing his wife to cancer and facing grief, financial hardship, and the threat of homelessness, he rebuilt his life and dedicated his work to helping others overcome loss, self-doubt, and adversity. Through his books, coaching, podcasts, an
Office Hours #908 | How Great Leaders Build Founder-Free Businesses, Resolve Conflict & Drive Innovation
Michael "Buzz" Buzinski is a U.S. Air Force veteran, serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and marketing expert dedicated to helping business owners achieve entrepreneurial freedom. Through his expertise in marketing, leadership, and scalable business systems, he teaches founders how to build businesses that generate sustainable growth without depending on the owner, creating greater f
IG Live | The Success Playbook: Leadership, Career Growth & Entrepreneurship
Kenny Stoddart is the founder and CEO of IronMind Advisors, where he combines his background in cybersecurity and executive leadership to help leaders grow through coaching and personal development. Joining him are Luke Stenson and Wyatt Porch, former Division I athletes and co-founders of TheAthleteCheck.com, a platform that helps student-athletes navigate recruiting, personal developmen
Office Hours #907 | Ethical Leadership, Smarter Hiring & the Future of Technology
Veronica Sommer is the founder of Sacred Stewardship, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting children, strengthening families, and promoting ethical leadership in the digital age. Leveraging her background in cybersecurity and strategic partnerships, she brings together leaders from technology, business, faith, and policy to address issues surrounding privacy, digital ethics, and human flour
IG Live | How to Build Mental Strength, Take Bigger Risks & Transform Healthcare with Technology
Joe Sweis is an entrepreneur, author, and endurance athlete who left an $800K/year career at age 36 to pursue a more meaningful and fulfilling life. As the founder and CEO of Fortune Bridge Capital, an emerging private equity real estate fund, he combines business leadership with a passion for personal growth. A father of three, Joe also challenges himself physically—completing a 54-mile
Office Hours #906 | The Future of Business: Innovation, Smarter Decisions & Business Growth
Weipeng Zhuo is the founder of Nexrizen, a technology consultancy that helps founder-led businesses build custom automation systems and modern technology infrastructure to scale more efficiently. After earning a PhD from Georgia Tech and working as a data scientist at Meta, he left the corporate world to help growing companies leverage innovation for faster growth. Alongside his technical
IG Live | Career Reinvention, Authentic Leadership & Stronger Relationships: Secrets to Success at Work and Home
Laura Simms is the founder of Your Career Homecoming and a Certified Equity-Centered Coach with 15 years of experience helping professionals make meaningful career transitions. Through her WHOLE Method, she has guided more than 450 clients—from organizations such as Google, the FBI, NPR, and Fortune 500 companies—toward careers that align with their strengths, values, and financial goals.
IG Live | From Grief to Growth: Building Confidence, Finding Faith & Living with Purpose
Michelle Bryant Johnson is an award-winning mindset expert with more than 25 years of experience in leadership development, workforce strategy, and organizational culture. Drawing on her corporate HR background and personal journey after losing her husband to COVID-19, she helps individuals overcome self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and fear through her SPARK program. Her work empowers peopl
Office Hours #905 | The Leadership Playbook: Recruiting Top Talent, Learning from Failure & Driving Growth
Stephanie Loewenstern is the founder of Bright Link Talent, a boutique recruiting firm that helps Series A through C tech startups build high-performing go-to-market teams. Since launching the company in 2019, she has successfully navigated hiring freezes and challenging recruiting markets while helping startups attract top talent. Drawing from her own experiences as a single mother and e
IG Live | AI, Billion-Dollar Real Estate & Wildfire Survival: Strategies for Business, Wealth & Resilience
Eric Corriz is the founder of ECorr Marketing, a revenue growth agency that helps established businesses generating $500K–$5M annually build predictable sales pipelines through AI-powered advertising, SEO, Voice AI, lead generation automation, branding, and other end-to-end marketing systems. Guided by his Christian faith, Eric believes purpose comes before profit and sees business as a p
IG Live | From 7-Figure Success at 18 to Reinventing the Future of Sports
Zechariah Thomas is the Founder and CEO of Swift Sports Inc., a company dedicated to making sports more affordable and accessible through high-quality, budget-friendly equipment and apparel. After selling his first company for seven figures at just 18 years old, he went on to build a multi-million-dollar global sports brand by age 23. His entrepreneurial success has earned him national re
Office Hours #904 | How Top Entrepreneurs Negotiate, Innovate & Win in the AI Era
Tim Castle is a bestselling author, globally recognized negotiation expert, and performance coach who helps leaders and sales professionals succeed by combining emotional intelligence with AI-driven strategies. Named one of the Top 30 Negotiation Professionals in the World by Global Gurus in 2025 and 2026, he is the author of several award-winning books and host of The Tim Castle Show pod
Office Hours #903 | Leadership Under Pressure: The Habits That Create Extraordinary Success
Michael Alonzo is a military veteran, entrepreneur, and strategic operator who has built businesses across private capital, technology, and biotechnology. As the founder of HEKA Capital and Cloud Tech Smart and Chief Strategy Officer of Synbio Concept, he focuses on building strong partnerships, adapting quickly to change, and using disciplined execution to turn challenges into opportunit
IG Live | The Wealth Blueprint: Investing, Leadership & Business Growth
Tom Sheridan is the CEO of MWG Holdings Group, the parent company of Perfect Union, and a respected leader in the cannabis industry. With a background in law, corporate governance, and capital strategy, he founded MWG in 2017 and grew it into California’s largest wholly owned vertically integrated cannabis company with 10 retail locations. Despite a challenging market, Tom has led the com
Office Hours | Made From Mistakes
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Office Hours #902 | From Disney to Manifestation to Conflict Resolution: Powerful Lessons on Success, Mindset, and Human Connection
Saul Blinkoff is a Hollywood filmmaker, keynote speaker, and storyteller whose work spans major studios including Disney, DreamWorks, and Netflix. Drawing from his journey of pursuing an unlikely Hollywood dream, he teaches audiences how to overcome obstacles, develop resilience, and create purpose-driven success. Through the storytelling principles he learned at Disney, Saul helps people
IG Live | From Yankees Batboy to Entrepreneur: Inspiring Stories of Dreams, Legacy, and Reinvention
Billy Pinckney is an author, speaker, former batboy, and athlete interviewer who has transformed his passion for baseball into a mission to inspire young people. With more than a decade of experience in professional baseball, he visits schools, shares stories, and writes books that focus on leadership, kindness, faith, and perseverance. His latest book, Batboy’s Glory: Helping a Dream Com
Office Hours #901 | The Future of Business: Nuclear Energy, AI-Powered Growth & Eliminating Toxic Workplaces
Caroline DeWitte is the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Oklo, a company developing advanced nuclear technology focused on clean energy, fuel recycling, and isotope production. With a background in engineering, energy innovation, government, defense, and intellectual property, she has dedicated her career to bringing cutting-edge technologies to market. A graduate of the Universi
IG Live | Why Most Leaders Miss What Matters: Leadership, Creativity, and the Future of Work
Cornelia Choe is an internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and CEO of The Leaders Alliance, where she advises CEOs, C-suite executives, and senior leaders across five continents. With a background in private equity at firms including Morgan Stanley, she has helped organizations navigate growth, transformation, and complex change across Asia, Europe, and North America. Draw
