Interview with Eddie Yoon, Growth Strategy Expert

Interview with Eddie Yoon, Growth Strategy Expert

In this episode, we chat with Eddie Yoon. Eddie is a growth strategy expert for the last 20 years as a Partner with The Cambridge Group. In the last 5 years, he has helped double numerous businesses-cable media company, food brand, beverage company, pet food brand, consumer robotics, standby generators-from several hundred million to close to a billion dollars. Eddie is the author of the […]

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Interview with Michael Dweck, Co-Founder of Basic Outfitters and Shark Tank Veteran

Interview with Michael Dweck, Co-Founder of Basic Outfitters and Shark Tank Veteran

In this episode, we chat with Michael Dweck. Michael, the co-founder of Basic Outfitters, was recently named to Forbes 30 under 30 list and has appeared on the ABC hit t.v. show Shark Tank. He talks with Derek about his entrepreneurial journey, defining success, and his experience in “the tank.” In 2014, Basic Outfitters co-founders Laura and Michael Dweck married and moved into a cozy apartment […]

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Interview with Seth Buechley, Author of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude

Interview with Seth Buechley, Author of Ambition: Leading with Gratitude

In our most recent episode we interviewed Seth Buechley. Seth is a serial entrepreneur with a unique background. He grew up in a commune in the woods of southern Oregon, married his high school sweetheart, skipped college, and still managed to build and sell several companies resulting in multi-million-dollar exits. He enjoys connecting high-potential leaders with the ideas and resources to grow their business or organization while […]

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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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Interview with Douglas Hutchings, CEO of Picasolar

Interview with Douglas Hutchings, CEO of Picasolar

In this episode we talk with Douglas Hutchings. Douglas talks about his move from England to Arkansas and the process of starting and growing his innovative company. Douglas Hutchings is a founder, CEO and accidental angel investor. Douglas founded Silicon Solar Solutions (SSS) while still pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Arkansas and secured seed funding for the venture 9 days prior to successfully defending […]

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Interview with Shuly Oletzky, President of Frigibar Industries, Inc.

Interview with Shuly Oletzky, President of Frigibar Industries, Inc.

We interviewed Shuly Oletzky about her unexpected ownership of the family business,relating to customers, where love fits into your business, and building a succession plan. Shuly Oletzky is a passionate entrepreneur and philanthropist. Shuly is the President of Frigibar Industries, Inc., America’s foremost manufacturer of quality marine refrigeration products, including fiberglass cockpit freezers and refrigerators, deck and dock boxes, ice chests and refrigeration kits for boats […]

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Interview with Espree Devora, “The Girl Who Gets it Done,” and host of WeAreLATech

Interview with Espree Devora, “The Girl Who Gets it Done,” and host of WeAreLATech

We recently interviewed successful entrepreneur Espree Devora. Espree talks with us about her entrepreneurial journey, the L.A. tech scene, outsourcing her love life, & finding passion in what you do. Espree, known as “the Girl who Gets it Done”, is Comms VP and podcast host at WeAreLATech, the first podcast focused on LA Startups ranked #2 in iTunes New & Noteworthy. WeAreLATech unites Silicon Beach […]

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Interview with Henry Ho, Co-Founder and Partner at Field Agent

Interview with Henry Ho, Co-Founder and Partner at Field Agent

Derek Champagne (CEO of The Artist Evolution) and Jay MaGee (Brand Outreach Coordinator at The Artist Evolution) interview Henry Ho, Co-founder and Partner at Field Agent. Henry discusses the process of starting his revolutionary app, staying ahead of competition, and how to effectively lead a team. Field Agent is a revolutionary iPhone App that that allows businesses and individuals to gather the information they need […]

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