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 Pat McDaniel: Founder of Wise Insights

Interview with Pat McDaniel: Founder of Wise Insights

We recently spoke with Pat McDaniel, the founder of WiseInsights.net, a website dedicated to helping motivated (but weary) people to keep moving forward by finding the smartest path toward their success. Offering a unique blend of science, insight, inspiration and humor, Pat has seen his social media following explode (1,771% in Sept/Oct 2016). Pat is passionate about sharing his story of repeatedly hitting a wall […]

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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 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 Aaron Marino, YouTube Sensation and Founder of Pete & Pedro

Interview with Aaron Marino, YouTube Sensation and Founder of Pete & Pedro

We recently interviewed Youtube sensation and two time Shark Tank guest Aaron Marino! Aaron Marino, successful entrepreneur and Founder of Pete & Pedro, gives us valuable insight on growing a brand, learning from failures, and building a content machine with millions of engaged followers. Aaron has built a loyal tribe of millions of social media followers and even turned down a deal from Shark Tank’s Barbara Corcoran […]

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Interview with Jeff McManus,Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi

Interview with Jeff McManus,Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi

Derek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution interviews Jeff McManus. Jeff talks with Derek about how companies and universities can build effective training programs and systems that promote an individual’s innate ability to grow. Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants…he grows people…he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with […]

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BLS interview with Suzanne Paulinksi, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, Part 3

BLS interview with Suzanne Paulinksi, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, Part 3

Derek continues his interview with Suzanne Paulinski, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate. Suzanne talks with our listeners about staying in your lane, not beating yourself up comparing what others are doing, and how to meet your customers where they are so that they will engage with your product in a meaningful way. Listen to the podcast here. Read part 1 here, about Suzanne getting started […]

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BLS Interview with Henry Ho, Co-founder and Partner at Field Agent, Part 2

BLS Interview with Henry Ho, Co-founder and Partner at Field Agent, Part 2

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. Read part 1 in which Henry discusses starting Field Agent. Listen to the Podcast here. Jay: How would you […]

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BLS interview with Suzanne Paulinksi, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, Part 1

BLS interview with Suzanne Paulinksi, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, Part 1

Derek talks to Suzanne Paulinski, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate. Suzanne talks about staying in your lane, not beating yourself up comparing what others are doing, and how to meet your customers where they are so that they will engage with your product in a meaningful way. Listen to the podcast here. Learn more at www.therockstaradvocate.com   Derek: Welcome to the Business Leadership Series, where our goal is to […]

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Interview with Suzanne Paulinski, Founder of The Rock/Star Advocate

Interview with Suzanne Paulinski, Founder of The Rock/Star Advocate

Derek Champagne, CEO of The Artist Evolution, interviews Suzanne Paulinski, Founder of The Rock/Star Advocate. Derek and Suzanne compare each of their experiences in the music industry and how social media has impacted change for artist promotions. Suzanne talks with our listeners about staying in your lane, not beating yourself up comparing what others are doing, and how to meet your customers where they are […]

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