Shark Tank Veterans Series 2

In this episode, Derek shares recent interviews with guests from the hit ABC tv show Shark Tank. Guests include successful entrepreneurs Michael Levin (Business Ghost, Steven Sashen (Xero Shoes), and Fleetwood Hicks (Villy Customs) talking about their experiences in “The Tank”. Hear the full guest interviews on iTunes or at www.businessleadershipseries.com Listen to the podcast

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50th Business Leadership Series Episode

50th Business Leadership Series Episode

In this 50th episode Derek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, introduces series one of interviews with Shark Tank veterans. Guests John Radosta (Aqua Arm, Bubble Soccer), Matthew Alexander (Illumibowl), and Karen Posada (The Good Promise) talk about their experience being on Shark Tank. Learn more at www.businessleadershipseries.com Listen to the podcast  

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Interview with George Maloof, Entrepreneur and Owner of the Never Too Hungover Supplement

Interview with George Maloof, Entrepreneur and Owner of the Never Too Hungover Supplement

George Maloof is the former owner of the NBA Sacramento Kings, Palms Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, the NHL Vegas Golden Knights, and the Never too Hungover supplement. Derek recently spoke to him about these various achievements, projects and ventures. George discusses his new NHL hockey team, how he deals with setbacks, what success looks like, and how important customer service is to his […]

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Interview with Beau Oyler, Shark Tank Veteran and Entrepreneur

Interview with Beau Oyler, Shark Tank Veteran and Entrepreneur

We spoke to Beau Oyler, Shark Tank Veteran and Entrepreneur recently. Beau talks with Derek about his experience on Shark Tank, building a successful company, and some valuable lessons he has learned along the way. Having founded Enlisted Design and Urbio, he has created rich product and brand experiences for fortune 500’s and small startups. He pioneered the design cooperative movement and has a unique […]

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Interview with David Baker, CoFounder of Creatives United and Founder/Owner of Launch Retreat

Interview with David Baker, CoFounder of Creatives United and Founder/Owner of Launch Retreat

We enjoyed our recent discussion with David Baker. David has a proven track record building successful brands. He talks with Derek about his entrepreneurial journey, the start up culture in Northwest AR, and what’s coming up next for him. David is the Product Owner Lead at RevUnit, Founder & Owner of Launch Retreat, & the CoFounder of Creatives United. Learn more at: www.creativesunited.com Listen to the […]

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Interview with Steve Sashen, Developer and CEO of Xero Shoes and Shark Tank Veteran

Interview with Steve Sashen, Developer and CEO of Xero Shoes and Shark Tank Veteran

In this week’s interview, we talk with Shark Tank veteran Steven Sashen. Steven talks with Derek about building an international business, stepping in the Shark Tank, and even his days of stand up comedy. Steven is the developer and CEO of Xero Shoes • Your Original Barefootware – www.XeroShoes.com. Steven and his wife, Lena Phoenix, started the “Barefoot… PLUS!” sandal business in late 2009; he […]

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Interview with James Smith, Founder of James + James Furniture

Interview with James Smith, Founder of James + James Furniture

In this episode we interview James Smith. James shares his entrepreneurial journey from starting his business out of his garage to building it into a thriving business. James discusses how he stumbled on his own personal “style” of furniture, growing and motivating a team, and successfully marketing and distributing his product to all 50 states and beyond. Originally started out of James Smith’s garage, James+James continues […]

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Interview with Kourtney Barrett, Founder and COO of Junk Brands

Interview with Kourtney Barrett, Founder and COO of Junk Brands

In our recent episode, we speak with Kourtney Barrett. Kourtney is the founder and COO of JUNK Brands, an active headwear brand and manufacturer. She talks with Derek about her entrepreneurial journey, the early days of Junk Brands, creating balance in work/life, and how she builds and motivates her team. Kourtney is an award-winning businesswoman who got her start in Bentonville, Arkansas. She approaches business with a […]

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Interview with Brian Scudamore, Entrepreneur and Franchising Genius

Interview with Brian Scudamore, Entrepreneur and Franchising Genius

Our most recent interview is with Brian Scudamore. Brian talks with Derek about setting goals, hiring the right team, building a culture, and how he built his successful franchising empire. Brian is a franchising genius and has built an empire of solid brands with a great team and authentic culture. O2E Brands is the banner company for home-service brands 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING, You Move […]

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Interview with Dr. Phil Carson, Health, Wealth, Happiness

Interview with Dr. Phil Carson, Health, Wealth, Happiness

We recently interviewed Dr. Phil Carson. Dr. Carson talks about his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons he’s learned about achieving success, balance, and happiness. Too many Americans are living as prisoners in their own bodies, held captive by bad habits that have drained them of their livelihood and sentenced them to a premature death. These harsh realities are what have kept Dr. Phil Carson passionate about […]

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