Sarasota SpeaX
The Sarasota SpeaX Podcast is a hyper-local podcast that feature the incredible entrepreneurs, leaders and personalities that make Sarasota tick. On the show, they will be sharing their stories, insights and lessons learned along the way - completely unfiltered!
Episodes
138 episodes
#138 - Phil Sherry, Owner of Platinum Pools SRQ
This week, we welcome Phil Sherry, Owner of Platinum Pools SRQ. We’re diving into all things custom pools…pun totally intended. We discuss Phils background prior to getting into the custom pool business, and some of the wild and int...
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Episode 138
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50:21
#137 - Justin McQuown, Owner of Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
This week, we sit down with lead instructor and owner of the Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Justin McQuown. We discuss how Justin ultimately became involved with this specific form of martial art, and why he decided to open his own ...
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Episode 137
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48:16
#136 - Dimitri Syros & Troy King, Owners of The Breakfast Club & The Hob Nob
In this episode of Sarasota SpeaX, we sit down with Dimitri Syros, owner of The Breakfast Company, and Troy King, owner of the iconic The Hob Nob. The two local entrepreneurs share the story behind their recent purchase of The Hob Nob and their...
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Episode 136
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37:15
#135 - Mika Elavarro & Jonathan Bolanos - The Sarasota Paradise Soccer Club
Get ready for an exciting new season of Sarasota Paradise Soccer Club as we sit down with Head Coach Mika Elavaaro and standout player Jonathan Bolaños! ⚽🌴In this exclusive video podcast interview, we talk about team...
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Episode 135
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36:40
#134 - Introducing "The Home Team" of The Sarasota SpeaX Podcast
We’re getting ready to roll out a whole new Sarasota SpeaX. New format, new co-host, and a new studio on the way. We introduce you to “The Home Team”, comprised of Brad Hannon, Trey Martell and Vic Cipolla. The podcast will co...
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Episode 134
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26:02
#133 - Adrian Tolentino, Owner of DryPro Inc.
This week, we’re sitting down with the owner of DryPro Inc., Adrian Tolentino. We’re diving into many of the potential hazards Florida homeowners have to deal with from time to time…mainly, water damage, mold, and fire. Adrian’s company, ...
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Episode 133
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39:25
#132 - Jack Cannon, VP of Operations, John Cannon Homes
This week, we welcome the VP of Operations of John Cannon Homes, Jack Cannon to the podcast. John Cannon has a rich history of building custom luxury homes in the Sarasota area for almost 40 years. We get the opportunity to learn ab...
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Episode 132
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44:53
#131 - Parker Stroop, CEO of Pillar Productions & Filmmaker
This week, we sit down for an in-depth conversation with Parker Stroop, filmmaker and CEO of Second Watch Network and Pillar Productions. We discuss his background in TV and Film, along with a few projects he’s in the process of completin...
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Episode 131
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33:51
#130 - Erik Arroyo In-Studio to Discuss Maduro's Capture & Fraud In Minnesota
It’s a new year, and Nicolas Maduro and the state of Minnesota have been in the headlines. This week, we sit down with former Sarasota Mayor and Attorney, Erik Arroyo, to discuss some events that have been on the national stage this past ...
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Episode 130
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44:40
#129 - Jamie Dunnam, Co-Founder of iBusiness Solutions
This week, we sit down with Jamie Dunnam, Co-Founder of iBusiness Solutions for an in-depth conversation. We'll be touching on the key features of his business and it's ties into a total HR solutions for businesses. And as an avid water enthusi...
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Episode 129
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44:45
#128 - Anish Patel, Owner of Patellini's Pizza & Founder of Loanova Funding
This week, we sit down with local businessman and entrepreneur, Anish Patel. We get into his start within the family business, Patellini’s Pizza, and how hard work helped maintain an establishment that has survived the changes for 30 year...
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Episode 128
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43:46
#127 - Monique Bonanno, Owner of Bonanno's Bagels
This week, we sit down with the owner of Bonanno’s Bagels, Monique Bonanno. Monique shares her story of spending 15 years in the corporate world with Aramark to purchasing her own food truck to go into business for herself. Monique ...
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Episode 127
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39:03
#126 - Jefferson Charles, Owner of Jefferson Fit
This week, we sit down with the owner of Jefferson Fit, Jefferson Charles. We hear Jefferson’s story about how he moved from the Caribbean to the U.S. to initially become a pilot, but instead landed in the fitness industry. His trav...
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Episode 126
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39:57
#125 - AJ Yunker, Owner of The Love Vault
Dating has become an interesting experience in the age of social media and dating apps. Our guest this week has built a business around getting people off the screens and out and about. AJ Yunker, the Founder of The Love Vault, sits...
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Episode 125
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51:50
#124 - Julianna Strout, Founder & CEO of The SRQ Women's Expo
This week, the Sarasota SpeaX crew sits down with Julianna Strout, the Founder & CEO of The SRQ Women’s Expo. In addition to highlighting the event, which takes place on Sunday, November 16 (Cocktail Event takes place November 15…link...
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Episode 124
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54:00
#123 - Angie Stringer & Jamie Kattrein of Girls Inc. Sarasota
This week, we sit down with Angie Stringer and Jamie Kattrein, both with Girls Inc. of Sarasota. This organization has the mission of helping girls become strong, smart and bold leaders for the their community. In this episode, we l...
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Episode 123
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48:17
#122 - Clyde Metcalf, Former Head Baseball Coach at Sarasota High School
This week, we are sitting down for an in-depth conversation with a coaching legend. Not just a legend in Sarasota, but a High School Hall Of Fame Coach who spent over 40 years as a head coach for the game he loves. Coach Clyde Metca...
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Episode 122
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55:23
#121 - Bill Villafranco, Lead Trustee of the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation
This week, we welcome Bill Villafranco, Lead Trustee for the Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation, back to the podcast. Bill shares with us the first book in an 8-part series based on the life of Virginia, titled, “Virginia B. Goes to the Symph...
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Episode 121
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41:40
#120 - Jeff Jackson, CEO of Cabinetworks
On this episode, we sit down with CEO of Cabinetworks, Jeff Jackson. Jeff has an extensive business background leading companies like PGT, Coca-Cola, Hershey’s and Mrs. Smith’s in an executive role. Jeff breaks down several key elem...
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Episode 120
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56:05
#119 - Stephanie Roberts & Joey Panek, Co-Hosts of Suncoast View
This show was a blast to record! This week, we welcome Stephanie Roberts and Joey Panek, Co-Hosts of Suncoast View on ABC7 to the show. In an interesting turn of events, the SpeaX crew was featured on their morning show, which can b...
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Episode 119
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54:09
#118 - Mark Peterson, Branch Owner of Daisy Sarasota
This week, we sit down with Mark Peterson, the Branch Owner of Daisy Sarasota. Daisy is a Smart Home and Automation company that serves both individual clients, along with businesses in the area. Mark let’s us in on the recent tech ...
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Episode 118
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44:21
#117 - Heather Hawley, More To Living
This week, we sit down with Heather Hawley, Development Coordinator for More To Living (formerly More Too Life). This non-profit organization is committed to the prevention of human trafficking, along with assisting survivors to rehabilit...
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Episode 117
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41:49
#116 - Greg Mulhollen, Head Baseball Coach for Sarasota High School
This week, the SpeaX crew is sitting down to speak with Sarasota High School Head Baseball Coach, Greg Mulhollen. Greg gives us his insight and excitement about the upcoming season, along with what it’s like to follow in the footsteps of ...
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Episode 116
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39:20
#115 - Amy Esper, Owner of Methodical Organizing & Moving
This week, we sit down with the founder and owner of Methodical Organizing & Moving, Amy Esper. For those who may need help in coordinating their next move, or need some help maintaining the look and organization of their own living s...
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Episode 115
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28:12
#114 - Rod Dragash, Athletic Director of Riverview High School
This week, we’re sitting down to have a conversation with the Athletic Director for Riverview High School, Rod Dragash. We begin the conversation with Rod discussing his two newest hires, the Head Football Coach, and the Head Baseball Coa...
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Episode 114
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50:00