Curve Ahead Podcast
Curve Ahead interviews founders, owners, and CXOs of small to medium-sized companies. The podcast explores how these leaders developed their business ideas, the problems they are solving, and their journey to success
Episodes
35 episodes
Building a Web-First B2B Agency
Rebecca Dutcher, founder of Red66 Marketing, joins Curve Ahead to share how she's grown her web-first agency by 150% since 2020 while increasing profitability with a smaller team. After 15 years in agencies, Rebecca launched Red66 to help B2B c...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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29:46
From Legal to Engineering: How Manuel Harnisch is Navigating AI's Impact on Software Compliance
Manuel Harnisch, VP of Technology Services and Support at Fossa, shares his journey from Germany to scaling US tech startups. Discover how Fossa shifted their sales strategy from legal buyers to engineers, what this says about the future of sof...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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30:16
Building Credibility Through Strategic Partnerships
Join host Brian Wiles as he interviews Jed Corenthal, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Phenix Real-Time Solutions. From his early days as a musician at Sony's Columbia Records to leading marketing at the NFL and launching suc...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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28:45
Building a $9M IT Business: Growth, Acquisitions & Knowing When to Refocus
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian speaks with Jeff Borello, co-founder of Andromeda Technology Solutions, about growing his IT managed service provider from a side hustle to a 37-person, $9 million operation over 30 years. Jeff shares ...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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26:27
From Failure to Growth: How a 5-Time Entrepreneur Applied Startup Lessons to Corporate Success
On today's episode of Curve Ahead, Kirk Fackre, VP of Sales at iCorps Technologies and self-proclaimed "recovering entrepreneur," shares how his five startup experiences shaped his approach to growing established businesses. Discover why hyper-...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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28:01
SEO as Real Estate - Building Digital Neighborhoods with Inc. 5000 Agency Founder
In this illuminating episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian welcomes Danny Gavin, founder of Optage digital marketing agency that landed on the Inc. 5000 list. From his early days coding websites in the late 90s to building a thriving 30-person age...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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35:42
Funding Your Business Without Giving Up Equity
In this episode of Curve Ahead, Brian Wiles interviews Michael Praver, founder and CFO of Funding Funding, about how entrepreneurs can secure funding without sacrificing ownership.Why debt financing can be sma...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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34:52
The Power of Niching Down
In this illuminating episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian welcomes Lucho Silva Ball, CEO and co-founder of Digifiance, a HubSpot Elite Partner agency. From humble beginnings in a studio apartment to achieving HubSpot's highest partner status, Luc...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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36:04
From Selling Tank Tops to Digital Marketing Success: Bobby Machado on Finding Your Perfect Niche
On this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian welcomes Bobby Machado, CEO and founder of Signa Marketing and co-founder of Sector 7 Apps. Bobby shares his entrepreneurial journey from childhood ventures to managing million-dollar ad campaigns for ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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34:08
The Evolution of Marketing & Business Growth with Rick Jaffe, Founder of EPS Communications
What marketing strategies have stood the test of time, and how can businesses adapt to the digital age without losing their foundation?In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles sits down with Rick Ja...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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28:59
The Reality of Starting Your Own Business: Radio Host Turned Marketing CEO
Meet Shawnda Huffman, former radio host turned marketing agency CEO. In this candid conversation, Shawnda shares her journey from 22 years in radio to founding Tuuti Marketing Agency. Learn how she navigated career transitions, built successful...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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28:18
Winning in Digital Marketing: Strategies for B2B & B2C Growth
Digital marketing is evolving faster than ever—are you staying ahead?In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles chats with Maria Harrison, president of Bullseye Strategy, about:✅ B2B vs B2C marketing strategies and what work...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:09
Winning on LinkedIn: How Executives Can Build Their Personal Brand with Stephanie Schwab
Did you know that executives who post on LinkedIn are 5X more likely to influence purchasing decisions?In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles chats with Stephanie Schwab, CEO of Crackerjack Marketing, about:✅ Why executi...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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29:46
Healthcare Innovation & Growth with Brian Anderson, CEO of Augusto
How do AI, automation, and digital consulting help healthcare organizations scale and innovate?In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles chats with Brian Anderson, CEO of Augusto, about:✅ AI’s role in healthcare & marke...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:45
Winning as a Challenger Brand: Marketing Strategies from John Gumas
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews John Gumas, the CEO of Gumas Advertising and author of Challenger Brand Marketing. With over 40 years of experience, John has helped companies stand out and compete against industry le...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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28:13
Fixing Healthcare Data: AI, Interoperability & Business Strategy with Dominique Gross of HART
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews Dominique Gross, CEO of HART, about healthcare data management, AI in health IT, and scaling a tech company. Dominique shares how she transitioned from mechanical engineering to leadin...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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30:39
AI Meets Influencer Marketing with Linqia
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles chats with Daniel Schotland, COO of Linqia, to discuss how AI is transforming influencer marketing. Daniel shares Linqia’s approach to optimizing campaigns with data a...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:35
How Giv Is Transforming Sales and Marketing with Charitable Giving
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews Dan Locke, co-founder of Give, about the innovative platform that integrates philanthropy into sales and marketing. Dan shares how Give helps businesses bui...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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30:45
Mastering Creative Marketing with Austin Dandridge, CEO of Cobble Hill
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews Austin Dandridge, founder of Cobble Hill, a creative digital agency known for its impactful brand storytelling and innovative digital ad strategies. Austin discusses his journey from p...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:21
Mastering Entrepreneurship with Mac Frederick, Founder of Momentum
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews Mack Frederick, founder of Momentum and serial entrepreneur, about his inspiring journey from building a party bus business in college to running a multi-lo...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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30:41
Data, AI, and Marketing Innovation with Bill Balderaz, Founder of Futurety
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles interviews Bill Balderaz, founder and CEO of Futurety, to discuss the power of data analytics and AI in driving business success—especially in regulated ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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35:03
Blending Creativity, Strategy, and Community: A Conversation with Eric Morley of Blue C
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles speaks with Eric Morley, co-founder of Blue C , about his 20+ years in marketing and the importance of balancing brand strategy with community involvement. Eric shares...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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48:35
Transforming Influencer Marketing with Christian Brown, Co-Founder of Glewee
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles speaks with Christian (Chris) Brown, co-founder of Glewee, about his journey from startup founder to revolutionizing influencer marketing. Glewee bridges the gap betwe...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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37:36
Mastering B2B Tech Marketing with Courtney Kehl, Founder of Expert Marketing Advisors
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles sits down with Courtney Kehl, founder and CEO of Expert Marketing Advisors (EMA), to discuss the evolving landscape of B2B tech marketing. Courtney shares her j...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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29:00
Transforming Restaurant Management with Geordy Murphy, Founder of FobeSoft
In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian Wiles sits down with Geordy Murphy, founder of FobeSoft, to explore how his platform is revolutionizing the restaurant industry. Geordy shares his journey from running award-winning restaurants to deve...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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36:27