Founders Future
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Join us on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and business growth with the Founders Future podcast, powered by Closers.io. Each episode features an in-depth, one-on-one interview with a visionary founder, exploring their unique path to success and strategies for future expansion.
What to Expect
In each 25-minute episode, we dive deep into two key areas:
1. The Founding Journey (10-12 minutes)
- Discover the inspiration behind groundbreaking companies
- Explore pivotal moments and challenges faced by founders
- Uncover valuable lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship
2. Future Growth Plans (10-12 minutes)
- Gain insights into winning business strategies
- Learn about innovative approaches to client acquisition and expansion
- Get a glimpse into the future of various industries from those shaping them
Why Listen?
- Hear firsthand accounts of entrepreneurial triumphs and tribulations
- Gain practical advice for overcoming common business challenges
- Stay ahead of industry trends and future market shifts
- Learn from diverse perspectives on work-life balance and leadership
- Get inspired by the visions and strategies of successful founders
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply curious about the world of business, the Founders Future podcast offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to drive growth and innovation in their field.
Tune in to Founders Future, powered by Closers.io, and join us on a journey of discovery, learning, and inspiration from the brightest minds in the business world.
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Episodes
1330 episodes
From Government Leadership to Entrepreneurial Vision: Jeira Belen Ortiz’s Journey
In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Jeira Belen Ortiz, the founder and managing member of JBO Strategic Services LLC. Jeira shares her inspiring journey from working in executive leadership roles f...
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21:08
Redefining Luxury Camping with Bobby Marsden of Glamptuary
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Bobby Marsden, the visionary founder of Glamptuary, a luxury glamping experience that redefines outdoor hospitality. Bobby shares the inspiring journey of how G...
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19:01
From 12 Businesses to Finbus Group: Gene DiPalma’s Entrepreneurial Legacy
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Ammar Elm, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Gene DiPalma, founder of Finbus Group, a firm specializing in accounting and operational business consulting for small businesses. Gene...
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16:42
From Ideation to Paying Customers: Tova Feldheim on Building York Effect
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Tova Feldheim, the founder and CEO of York Effect, a boutique consulting firm dedicated to empowering executives and organizations to create meaningful, measurable i...
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21:43
Scaling Creative Cat: Dustin Keeslar’s Journey from Agency to AI-Driven Growth
In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we dive into the journey of Dustin Keeslar, the visionary founder of Creative Cat, a bold and unconventional creative agency specializing in brand storytelling, design, and high-conversio...
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23:33
Healing Leadership: Jared Haslam on Mental Fitness in the Workplace
In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Jared Haslam, co-founder of the Kintsugi Institute, to explore the intersection of mental health and corporate leadership. Jared shares his journey from spending ...
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23:24
From Seed to Series A: The Recruiter Who Became Startups’ Secret Weapon
In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Hana Wimberly, founder of Snatch UP, a San Francisco-based recruitment firm revolutionizing startup hiring. With a master's in organizational be...
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24:12
Mark Graham’s ASK Methodology: A Data-Driven Path to Growth
In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Mark Graham, President and CEO of The Performance Coach Biz, to explore his journey as an entrepreneur and his mission to transform small businesses into champions. Mark s...
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18:34
From Foster Care to Digital Marketing: The Inspiring Story of Market Magnetics
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we dive into the inspiring journey of David Zybin, founder of Market Magnetics Media Group. David shares how his agency was born out of a mission to empower small b...
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17:05
From Startup to Scale: Stephen Lavergne’s Insights on HR Strategy
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Stephen Lavergne, CEO and co-founder of Meraki People Solutions. With over 20 years of experience in HR and talent acquisition, Stephen ...
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22:11
Empowering Healthcare Providers with AI: The Trelth Story
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we dive into the journey of Karan Patel, the visionary founder of Trelth Solutions, a company revolutionizing medical billing and revenue cycle management through AI-driven solutio...
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21:33
Building the Future of Marketing with Douglas Gotay and Cubic Squared
In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jane Carnacion sits down with Douglas Gotay, Co-Founder and Chief of AI at Cubic Squared. With over 20 years of experience in B2B sales and marketing, particularly in cybersecurity, Doug shares...
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23:36
Building High-Performing Teams with Estela Hernández Jiménez
In this episode of Founders Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Estela Hernández Jiménez, the founder and CEO of Elevar Leadership, to explore her journey from corporate leadership to building a purpose-driven consultancy focused on DEI an...
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28:24
From HR to Leadership: Shera Haliczer’s Path to Empowering Workplaces
In this episode of Founders Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Shera Haliczer, founder and principal of Engage 3P, to explore her journey in transforming workplaces through people-centric solutions. With over 20 years of expertis...
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25:01
Turning Vision into Action with LuAnn Buechler
In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with LuAnn Buechler, the visionary behind PMC Events and Coaching, to explore her journey from corporate event planning to becoming a transformational business coach. With ov...
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19:20
Beyond the Hustle: How to Build a Business Aligned with Your Soul
In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Gina DiStefano, President of DiStefano Group, to explore her transformative journey from corporate life to building a performance coaching firm that helps professionals ...
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29:00
From Failure to 100K Impact: The Mercy Consulting Growth Story
In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Mishal Saeed, Jean-Marc Mercy, founder and managing director of Mercy Consulting Group, shares his journey of empowering West African businesses through strategic talent solutions. Jean-Marc...
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22:06
Scaling Brands with Automation: Angelo Austin’s Journey with Austin Media Group
In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Angelo Austin, the founder and CEO of Austin Media Group, a full-service marketing and branding agency that helps businesses amplify their presence through strategic branding, vi...
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24:41
From Fractional CMO to AI CEO: Dave Makin’s Unconventional Startup Journey
In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Dave Makin, Co-Founder & CEO of Ex Machina AI Solutions, to explore his innovative AI-driven platform designed to serve as an "artificial boardroom" for businesses. Da...
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18:07
Niche Domination: How Events & Vendor Alliances Replace Cold Outreach
In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Lane Rizzardini, founder of Sleep Apnea Leads, a niche marketing agency helping dental sleep clinics attract patients through AI-driven lead gen and conversion systems. L...
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20:37
Empowering Women Through Career and Life Transformations with Chikara Kennedy
In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Chikara Kennedy, founder of Chikara Power Coaching & Consulting. Chikara shares her inspiring journey from a decorated U.S. Air Force officer and HR leader at ...
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19:19
Workflow Before Technology: Larry Bailey’s Blueprint for Mortgage Efficiency
In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Larry Bailey, founder and CEO of Mortgage Workflow Partners Inc. With over 30 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Larry shares his journey of identifying a cri...
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22:52
From Corporate to Coaching: Tanner O’Brien’s Entrepreneurial Journey
In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Tanner O’Brien, Senior Partner and Co-Owner of ActionCOACH of Central Texas. Tanner shares his unique journey from mechanical engineering and psychology to becoming a busin...
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16:14
Building Cultural Intelligence: The UNTOLD Story with Alana Cheeks-Lomax and Gary Johnson
In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Alana Cheeks-Lomax and Gary Johnson, the co-founders of UNTOLD, a culture and community strategy consultancy based in Los Angeles. Alana and Gary share their inspi...
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22:40
From Sales Pro to Performance Coach: Jordan Benjamin’s Journey
In this episode of Founders Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Jordan Benjamin, founder of My Core OS, to explore his journey from sales professional to mindset and performance coach. Jordan shares how his experiences in startups...
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