Michelle Knox, founder of WindSolar USA, joins Brent Muller on the Future-Proofed Podcast to discuss her incredible journey from insurance and Montessori education to leading a clean energy movement in Illinois. Michelle explains why renewable ...

Ben Narasin, founder of Tenacity VC and early investor in Lending Club and Zenefits, shares his incredible journey from entrepreneur to venture capitalist. Learn why he focuses on seed-stage startups, how he evaluates founders, and the tough-lo...

In this powerful episode of the Future-Proof Podcast, Brent Muller sits down with Nicholas Wiktorski, VP at Omega TMM, to explore the evolution of American manufacturing. Nick shares his journey from college dropout to a leader in precision too...

In this game-changing episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, host Brett Muller is joined by Anuj Gupta, founder of Gradient Advisors and co-author of the acclaimed book Practical Natural Language Processing. Anuj shares his unique framework for...

Bob Manley, Co-Founder of Hermit Woods Winery, shares how he’s pioneering a new category of wine—made entirely from fruit, not grapes—while staying true to classic winemaking traditions. Discover how this New Hampshire winery crafts dry, barrel...

In this insightful episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, host Brett Mueller sits down with Jeff Dillon, founder of EdTech Connect, to explore how higher education is evolving in response to the AI revolution. With over two decades of experienc...

In this inspiring episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, Brett Muller sits down with Carol Ann Wentworth, founder of Wentworth Executive Recruiting, to explore the art of high-touch executive search. With a career that spans health and wellness...

Jason Reid, a serial entrepreneur and mental health advocate, shares his incredible journey from starting as a house painter to running multiple successful companies. In this episode of the Future-Proofed Podcast, he reveals the power of relati...

In this inspiring episode, host Brent Miller sits down with Matt Kolmes, CEO of Supreme Corporation, to unravel a powerful story of transformation, legacy, and innovation in the textile industry.⏱Timestamps00:01 – Introduction00...

Kimmy Powell, the visionary behind Woodhouse Spas and a thriving industrial flooring business, reveals how she scales two radically different companies with the same strategic mindset. From leveraging AI to fill empty spa slots to automating co...

Discover how Free Form Fibers is revolutionizing aerospace, defense, and nuclear energy with cutting-edge ceramic matrix composites (CMCs). CEO Shay Harrison shares insights on their unique laser-driven chemical vapor deposition (LCVD) technolo...

Tom Rauen, CEO of 1-800-T-Shirts.com, shares how he transformed a basement side hustle into a thriving apparel business serving everyone from Little Leagues to Fortune 500s. Discover how Tom:✅ Achieves 20% year-over-year growth...

Lonnie Schwimmer, serial entrepreneur and founder of Nootie, shares his journey from selling fireworks as a kid to revolutionizing pet care with vet-inspired shampoos, supplements, and Koha Pet Food. Learn how Nootie's solution-based products a...

Ron Kamen, founder of EarthKind Energy Consulting, shares how his company is revolutionizing energy efficiency with solar, geothermal, and AI-driven solutions. From slashing costs for businesses to pioneering sustainable community initiatives, ...

Discover how Henry Gordon-Smith, Founder and CEO of Agritecture, is transforming agriculture with AI, IoT, and urban farming solutions. From helping global farmers adapt to climate change to launching the world’s first farm-planning software, l...

Joseph Cufari, CEO of MONARC Holdings, Inc., shares his journey from pioneering cellular technology to revolutionizing material science with energy-dispersing armor. Discover how MONARC’s US-made innovations protect military personnel and athle...

What makes a startup truly investable? In this episode, venture capitalist and author Fred Haney shares insider insights into how venture capitalists (VCs) think, what they look for in founders, and the key ingredients to startup success. Wheth...

Andrew Ortega-Verdaguer, Founder & CEO of IntelVasc Inc., reveals a groundbreaking subcutaneous sensor that monitors blood flow to predict vascular emergencies before they happen. Learn how this ex-surgeon-turned-entrepreneur is shifting me...

Guy Rocourt, cannabis industry pioneer and founder of Guy Rocourt Consulting, reveals hemp’s untapped potential beyond medicine—from renewable energy to sustainable materials. Learn why federal legalization is stuck, how AI accelerates advocacy...

Krishna C Surendra, CEO and Co-Founder of HR Cloud, shares his journey from MySpace engineer to leading a global HR tech company. Discover how HR Cloud leverages AI for onboarding, remote team management, and SEO-driven growth—plus why consolid...

David Schomer, CEO of Build Grow Scale, shares his journey from Iowa farm kid to e-commerce expert with two successful exits. Learn why diversifying beyond Amazon is critical, how AI supercharges productivity, and why selling "nice stuff" beats...

What if fertility care was more accessible and outcome-driven? Traci Keen, CEO of Onto Health, is on a mission to transform specialty healthcare by bridging the gap between general practitioners and fertility experts. With a background in finan...

Kim Mahan’s career is a testament to the power of vision, resilience, and leadership in the tech industry. In this episode, we dive into her journey from launching a startup to becoming an influential figure in technology and business. She shar...

What does it take to scale a business, build strong leadership, and stay ahead in a competitive market? In this episode, Brent Muller sits down with Bob Bentz, an expert in business growth and strategic leadership, to discuss the key principles...

How do you go from building a successful company to starting over with a brand-new vision? In this episode, host Brent Muller talks with Lisa Falzone, Co-Founder and CEO of Athena Security and former CEO of Revel Systems, about entrepreneurship...