Best Closers.io Podcasts (2025)

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Building Business Resilience with John Mann 19:24

3h ago19:24

19:24

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with John Mann, the visionary founder of White Rock Strategies, a consulting firm dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs through fractional CFO services, business strategy, and executive coaching. John shares his unique journey from a 17-year career in ministry to becoming an entrepr…

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Breaking Barriers: Melissa Rae Mentele’s Fight for Cannabis Legalization 19:13

3h ago19:13

19:13

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Melissa Rae Mentele, the Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder at 605 Cannabis, LLC, a pioneering medical cannabis company based in South Dakota. Melissa shares her incredible journey from being a nurse to becoming a key advocate for cannabis legalization in her home state. She delves…

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Making Agile Joyful: Shiv Panjwani’s Vision for Modern Teamwork 16:33

21h ago16:33

16:33

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Shiv Panjwani, co-founder and CEO of Agilow, a transformative platform revolutionizing team management through voice-driven AI and agile coaching. Shiv shares his journey from aerospace engineering at Collins Aerospace to becoming a James R. Schwartz Entrepreneurial Fellow at C…

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LinkedIn’s Secret Weapon: How Propel Growth Warms Leads Before Outreach 27:21

24h ago27:21

27:21

In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Candyce Edelen, founder and CEO of Propel Growth, a revenue acceleration consultancy helping B2B companies align sales and marketing strategies. A serial entrepreneur with 5 ventures under her belt—including a fintech company that landed on Deloitte’s Fast 50 list—Candyce sh…

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Making Mondays Magical: How One Founder Is Rewriting Workplace Culture 17:57

24h ago17:57

17:57

In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Kapil Patel, founder of Inspiring Happiness at Work, a consultancy dedicated to transforming workplace culture through emotional well-being and engagement. A former IT professional who turned his own struggle with workplace dissatisfaction into a mission, Kapil shares how hi…

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The Art of Influence & Strategic Leadership with B. Kim Barnes 23:59

24h ago23:59

23:59

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with B. Kim Barnes, CEO of Barnes & Conti Associates, a leadership development and organizational consulting firm with over 40 years of experience working with Fortune 1000 companies and global enterprises. Kim shares the origins of her company, the importance of strategic partnerships, a…

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Why Your First Hire Should Be Administrative (Before You Think You Need It 20:24

1d ago20:24

20:24

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Tara Payne, CEO of Mavens Meet, a boutique leadership development and coaching consultancy that connects CEOs with top-tier support professionals. Tara shares her entrepreneurial journey—from launching her first business during the pandemic to winning a pitch competition that transfo…

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The Gut-Brain Connection: How Herstel Health Fixes What Modern Medicine Ignores 37:28

2d ago37:28

37:28

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, Aaron Cerrone, co-founder of Herstel Health, shares his journey from martial arts instructor to holistic wellness entrepreneur. He discusses how merging metabolic and mental health creates lasting transformation, why most chronic diseases stem from poor gut health, and the dangers of modern m…

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Why Most Family Businesses Fail at Succession (And How to Fix It 23:27

2d ago23:27

23:27

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Steve and Melissa Fultz, co-founders of The Fultz Group, a consultancy dedicated to helping family businesses navigate succession planning and operational transformation. The couple shares their unique journey—Melissa’s corporate background in healthcare automation and Ste…

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The 50% Close Rate Secret: Consultancy Growth Through Strategic Empathy 25:48

2d ago25:48

25:48

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Garry Lee, founder of Thirty Three Percent, a UK-based consultancy specializing in operational efficiency and strategic growth for first-time founders and service-based businesses. Garry shares his journey from leading a tech company through rapid scaling (8M to 15M in 5 year…

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The Dashboard of Human Behavior: Decoding Psychological Triggers in PR 23:15

2d ago23:15

23:15

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Elizabeth Edwards, founder and CEO of Volume PR, an award-winning communications agency that bridges behavioral science with strategic messaging. With 24 years of experience and a background working with NASA contractors and Ogilvy PR, Elizabeth reveals how she's pioneering "…

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Building Equitable Workplaces with Northstar Network 18:50

2d ago18:50

18:50

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Ken Daniel Jr., the visionary founder and CEO of Northstar Network, a boutique consulting agency specializing in talent strategy, DEIB, and organizational transformation. Ken shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Detroit as a first-generation college student to clim…

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From Corporate to Venture Studio: The RevAnd Story 24:53

2d ago24:53

24:53

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Chris Ewing, the visionary founder of Rev&, a multifaceted venture that accelerates commercialization for startups through a unique trifecta of services: a venture studio, a cost-effective agency, and Community Beta—a collaborative platform for entrepreneurial ecosystems. Chr…

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AI Can’t Teach This: The Irreplaceable Human Side of Leadership 22:04

2d ago22:04

22:04

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Colleen DelVecchio, founder and principal of Maxady LLC, a leadership development firm transforming workplace cultures through trust-based coaching and team performance strategies. Colleen shares her journey from recognizing the critical gap in managerial training—where hi…

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Boots-on-the-Ground Growth: Why Alison Chooses Handshakes Over Hashtag 25:22

2d ago25:22

25:22

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Alison Mullins, founder and CEO of Rep Methods LLC, a sales training firm revolutionizing workforce development in male-dominated industries like construction and building materials. Alison shares her 20+ year journey from mastering commission-based sales to launching her …

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Why Your Brand Promise is Failing—And How to Fix It 30:15

2d ago30:15

30:15

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, we sit down with Victoria Dials, founder and principal consultant of Opex Advantage, a firm bridging the gap between operational excellence and customer experience. Victoria shares her journey from recognizing how misaligned brand promises erode customer trust to building a "practical prof…

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AI & Web Design: How Edward Simberg Builds Websites That Convert 22:35

5d ago22:35

22:35

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Edward Simberg, founder of Engagely, a full-service agency specializing in high-converting websites and AI-powered marketing for high-ticket service businesses. Edward shares his journey from sales roles to entrepreneurship, emphasizing his passion for blending cutting-edge A…

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Scaling a 99% Visa Approval Rate: The Gewält Consulting Story 25:37

5d ago25:37

25:37

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Lucas Oliveira, founder and CEO of Gewählt Consulting, to explore his journey from corporate finance to launching a thriving immigration consulting firm. Lucas shares his personal immigration story, the challenges of transitioning from a stable career to entrepreneurship, and …

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From Layoff to Legacy: Eean Tyson’s Bold Coaching Revolution 19:03

5d ago19:03

19:03

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Eean Tyson, founder of Arc & Bloom Professional Services, to explore his bold journey from corporate layoff to launching a rebellious coaching venture. Eean shares how his recent rebrand—leaning into authenticity and audacity—ignited rapid growth, helping justice-impacted indi…

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Automation Maverick: How Kirk Betzina is Rewiring Business Efficiency 20:03

5d ago20:03

20:03

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Kirk Betzina, founder of OPS Consulting, LLC, to explore how he’s revolutionizing business automation and digital transformation. Kirk shares his journey from identifying inefficiencies in back-office processes to building a consultancy that helps businesses—especially in Aust…

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Scaling with Integrity: Tom McKeown’s Blueprint for Ethical Growth 23:36

5d ago23:36

23:36

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Tom McKeown, Co-Founder of ImpactLine Digital, a marketing agency dedicated to empowering wellness brands through data-driven strategies. With over 20 years of enterprise sales experience, Tom shares how ImpactLine helps health-focused businesses—from regenerative medicine clin…

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From Franchise Owner to Coach: Phyllis Pieri’s 30-Year Journey 17:41

5d ago17:41

17:41

In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we sit down with Phyllis Pieri, founder of Your Franchise Coach and a 30-year franchising veteran. Phyllis shares her journey from owning a Sir Speedy franchise to helping aspiring entrepreneurs find their perfect franchise match—transforming lives across industries like medical, kids,…

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Valuation Engineering: How Rocket Science’s Mark Addison Unlocks Hidden M&A Millions 21:16

6d ago21:16

21:16

In this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we sit down with Mark Addison, founder of Rocket Science, a firm revolutionizing M&A strategy for tech companies. Recognized by Harvard Business Review for his expertise, Mark shares how his proprietary Valuation Engineering process helps mid-market tech firms and startups maximize exi…

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From Corporate Sales to Heart-Centered Coaching: Paul Yankey's Journey to Selling with Love 29:52

6d ago29:52

29:52

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Paul Yankey, the founder of paulyankey.com, a coaching and training platform dedicated to helping purpose-driven men unlock their full leadership potential. Paul shares his transformative journey from a 30-year corporate sales career to becoming a coach who blends biblical wisdom, en…

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From Wall Street to Spiritual Awakening: Elena Donskaya’s Journey to Empowerment 28:21

6d ago28:21

28:21

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Elena Donskaya, CEO and founder of Elena Visionary, a feminine energy coach and mentor who empowers high-achieving women to heal from heartbreak, reconnect with their essence, and embody their magnetic power. Elena shares her transformative journey from a 20-year Wall Street care…

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Fractional HR & M&A Mastery: How Tracey Abut Helps Startups Scale Smarter 27:58

6d ago27:58

27:58

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Tracey Abut, Founder and Principal Consultant of Xcelerate Talent, to explore her journey from 20+ years of HR leadership to empowering startup CEOs with tailored talent strategies. Tracey shares how she helps founders build high-performing teams through fractional HR services, o…

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From E-Commerce to 7-Figure Funnels: Maciek Lipa’s Paid Ads Blueprint 12:57

6d ago12:57

12:57

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Maciek Lipa, founder of Info Profits and a LinkedIn marketing strategist, to explore his journey from e-commerce to revolutionizing lead generation for high-ticket coaches and consultants. Maciek shares how he identified a gap in email marketing for online coaches and scaled his …

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From Seoul to Success: Building a Leadership Consultancy That Transforms Organizations 18:51

6d ago18:51

18:51

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Tamara Thorpe, widely known as the Millennials Mentor and founder of TNT Development, a leadership consultancy that equips emerging leaders with the mindset, skill set, and cultural intelligence needed to build inclusive, values-driven organizations. Tamara shares her fascinating jou…

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From Corporate Rebel to Executive Coach: Darren Kanthal's Transformation Story 24:49

6d ago24:49

24:49

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Darren Kanthal, founder and executive coach at The Kanthal Group, a boutique leadership development firm specializing in coaching C-suite executives at PE-backed portfolio companies. Darren shares his compelling transformation story from being …

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From Tax Professional to Fitness Empire: Jake Pigatto's 4-Month Acquisition Journey 23:24

6d ago23:24

23:24

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Jake Pigatto, founder of EVOLVE FITNESS CHICAGO III LLC, a premium personal training studio and wellness brand that merges functional fitness with holistic health and personal development. Jake shares his unique journey from having a background in taxes and financial analysis to beco…

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From Megachurch to Millions: Sean Lovejoy on Scaling Without Losing Your Soul 26:59

6d ago26:59

26:59

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Sean Lovejoy, founder and CEO of Courage to Lead, a coaching organization that helps business leaders scale their companies while maintaining personal and professional alignment. Sean shares his remarkable journey from real estate development to ministry, where he built a megachurch …

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Emotional Intelligence in Leadership: Dr. Dale Laing-Hall’s Blueprint for Workplace Well-Being 25:33

7d ago25:33

25:33

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, Dr. Dale Laing-Hall, CEO and founder of Dale Reports, shares her powerful journey from witnessing workplace burnout and employee mistreatment to becoming a thought leader in organizational psychology. Driven by a mission to improve workplace well-being, she discusses how emotional intellig…

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From MLB to Marketing: How Andre Luck is Revolutionizing Sports Sales 27:37

7d ago27:37

27:37

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Mishal Saeed, Andre Luck, Co-Founder of Four Leaf Marketing & Consulting, shares his journey from Major League Baseball sales leadership to entrepreneurship. Driven by the gap in B2B sales strategies within sports organizations, Andre and his wife Brittany built a consultancy focused on revenue growth t…

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The 100% Approval Blueprint: Maria Gonzalez’s Certification Secrets 19:14

7d ago19:14

19:14

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Maria Gonzalez, founder of M&A Supplier Diversity Consultants, to explore her journey from law enforcement to becoming a powerhouse in supplier diversity. With over 25 years of experience, Maria shares how she built her minority-women-owned business to help BIPOC and small bus…

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AI vs. Spreadsheets: How sc0red is Reinventing M&A Sourcing 22:31

7d ago22:31

22:31

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jay Encarnacion sits down with Zack Walmer, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer of sc0red, to explore how AI is revolutionizing the M&A landscape. With 15+ years in strategic growth, Zack shares how sc0red’s AI-powered platform solves the critical pain point of inefficient deal sourcing—replacing outdated d…

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Beyond the Green Card: Vasanthan’s Mission to Empower High-Skilled Immigrants 33:44

7d ago33:44

33:44

In this powerful episode of Founders, Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Vasanthan Ramakrishnan, the visionary founder of Ascend HSI Advisory Partners—a pioneering immigration consulting firm with a 100% success rate in guiding high-skilled professionals through complex U.S. immigration pathways. Vasanthan shares his deeply personal journey of n…

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Scaling Virtue: Reid Blackman on AI Ethics and Enterprise Trust 23:56

7d ago23:56

23:56

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm chats with Reid Blackman, founder of Virtue Consultants and author of Ethical Machines (Harvard Business Review Press). Reid shares his transition from philosophy professor to AI ethics consultant, helping Fortune 500 companies like Amazon and Merck navigate the ethical, regulatory, and reputationa…

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The Business of Sleep: Julie Coyne’s Pivot to Physical Products 23:55

7d ago23:55

23:55

In this episode, Ammar Elm talks with Julie Coyne, founder of Fractional COO NYC and women’s sleepwear brand Midnineties. Julie shares her journey from Wall Street executive to fractional operator and physical product founder. She offers practical advice for consultants looking to scale, from building a referral engine to productizing services. Jul…

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More Than a Logo: Creating Brand Systems That Drive Revenue 23:40

7d ago23:40

23:40

In this episode of Founders Future, , host Mishal Saeed sits down with Johnathan Newman , co-founder and strategist of Good Theory, a branding agency on a mission to transform small businesses through clear messaging, conversion-focused design, and automation. With 12+ years of experience in digital marketing and web development, Johnathan shares h…

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Lead with Less Stress: Fractional Leadership for Business Growth 29:42

7d ago29:42

29:42

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Ammar Elm talks with Nadine Green, founder of the C-Suite Group and seasoned fractional COO. Nadine shares how she helps small to mid-sized businesses scale smarter through operational leadership and fractional executive support. They explore Nadine’s authentic lead generation via LinkedIn and her new book …

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AI, Immersive Tech & the Future of Business with Ken Winell 23:27

8d ago23:27

23:27

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Jay Encarnacion sits down with Ken Winell, Co-CEO of Nexus Digital Group, to explore the transformative power of digital innovation and AI. With over 20 years of experience, Ken shares how Nexus Digital Group is revolutionizing small and mid-sized businesses through strategic consultancy, omni-channel marke…

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From the Marines to Millions: Dr. Rhonda Farrell’s Blueprint for Scaling Smart 20:58

8d ago20:58

20:58

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Dr. Rhonda Farrell, CEO of Global Innovation Strategies, a boutique consulting firm specializing in growth acceleration, operational scaling, and executive development for mission-driven enterprises. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran turned high-performance strategist, Dr. Rhonda shares he…

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Scaling Globally: Dianne Flory Intal’s Blueprint for Recruitment Success 26:05

8d ago26:05

26:05

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Dianne Flory Intal, founder of Success Matcher, a recruitment agency specializing in aligning businesses with top talent across industries like healthcare, engineering, and finance. Dianne shares her inspiring journey from personal loss to building a thriving business, emphas…

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Fast Money, Big Vision: Great Akudo’s Blueprint for MCA Success 25:02

8d ago25:02

25:02

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Great Akudo, founder of Moniphy a fintech platform revolutionizing short-term business funding through merchant cash advances (MCA) and credit lines. Great shares his journey from insurance agent to finance entrepreneur, detailing how he identified the urgent funding needs of…

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The Anti-Guru Playbook: Why This Founder Rejects "Get Rich Quick" Sales Training 25:23

8d ago25:23

25:23

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Dylan Vergara, founder of the Serial Sales Community, a high-ticket membership helping sales professionals transition into lucrative remote closing roles. Dylan shares his unconventional journey from introverted roofing sales rep to building a 5M agency (which he later sold) and now…

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From Failure to 8-Figure Exits: Phil Masiello’s Blueprint for Scaling Brands 29:14

8d ago29:14

29:14

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Phil Masiello, founder and CEO of Crunch Growth, a leading performance-based agency specializing in scaling e-commerce and digital marketing for consumer brands. Phil shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey—from early failures in the restaurant and retail industries to building…

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From Therapist to Organizational Architect: Jake Schaefer’s Unconventional Leadership Journey 28:34

9d ago28:34

28:34

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, we sit down with Jake Schaefer, Founder of Renewed Minds Consulting, an organizational leadership consultancy that helps businesses strengthen mission, improve operations, and build powerful cultures. Jake shares his unconventional journey from behavioral health clinician to entrepreneur, rev…

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Scaling Creativity: How Terramak Balances Quality & Quantity in Content Marketing 29:07

9d ago29:07

29:07

In this episode, Mishal Saeed sits down with Kirill Samarits, founder and CEO of Terramak—a boutique advertising agency redefining marketing through a unique blend of high-quality production and scalable content creation. Kirill shares his journey from photographer to agency leader, tackling the modern marketing challenge of delivering both excepti…

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From Corporate to Coaching: How Lida Citroën Built Two Thriving Brands 22:24

9d ago22:24

22:24

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Lida Citroën, internationally recognized personal branding expert and founder of LIDA 360 and Career Launch Navigators. With 17 years of experience in reputation management, Lida shares her journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, detailing how she built two impactful co…

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From West Point to Workplace: Gary Wilson’s Leadership Revolution 19:49

9d ago19:49

19:49

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Gary Wilson, founder of Heads Up Leading, L.L.C., a leadership development organization helping businesses build thriving, human-centered cultures through a Christ-centered leadership framework. With decades of experience spanning military command, corporate leadership, and faith-bas…

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