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The Amplified CEO is your blueprint for leadership and success. Through real-world case studies, the podcast dives into the core elements of business leadership: strategic decision-making, team building, resilience, and navigating change. Hosted by venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur Richard Stroupe, each episode features accomplished guests—from seasoned CEOs to startup founders—who candidly share their victories, challenges, and defining moments. Their stories offer valuable insight ...
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What do The Blair Witch Project, Madden NFL, and cutting-edge workforce training have in common? It's Robin Cowie and in this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe talks to the Founder and CEO of Skillmaker.AI—to explore how immersive tech and AI are reshaping how we train the next generation of skilled workers. From producing one of the most i…
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In this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with Scott Chamberlin, Managing Director of Venture Capital Relationships at Customers Bank. With over 25 years of experience in tech banking across Silicon Valley, Boston, Toronto, and now Wilmington, NC, Scott shares his journey from launching startup-focused banking divisions to na…
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General Robert Cooley, Jr. | Nuream
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In this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with General Robert S. Cooley, Jr.—retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, co-founder of neurodata science company Nuream, and owner of two beloved Wilmington businesses: Apple Annie’s Bake Shop and The Wine Sampler. Rob shares insights from his 37 years of military service, his early st…
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On this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe sits down with Kevin Green, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at NextPoint Group, a consulting firm delivering mission-critical IT solutions and professional services to the defense, intelligence, and homeland security sectors. Kevin is also the Co-Founder of Horns and Hens Farm, known for it's Sco…
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Scott Moody | AuthenTec, K4Connect, and First Talent Ventures
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What happens when an entrepreneur finally steps away from the grind—only to be pulled back in? Scott Moody, co-founder of AuthenTec—the company behind the fingerprint technology that became a cornerstone of Apple’s Touch ID—joins Richard Stroupe, host of Amplified CEO, to discuss the challenges of retirement, the thrill of reinvention, and why purp…
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Jeff Peterson | Peterson Properties
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In this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with Jeff Peterson, owner of Peterson Properties, to discuss his journey from running an upholstery business to becoming a successful real estate developer. Jeff shares how he got started, the challenges he faced, and his approach to growing a diverse portfolio of vacation rentals, co…
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Can AI change the future of opioid use disorder treatment? On this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with David Reeser, Founder and CEO of OpiAID, a groundbreaking company using artificial intelligence to transform the way we treat opioid use disorder. From his early passion for healthcare to pioneering predictive analytics, …
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Richard's guest is Ian Padrick, CEO and founder of Ohanafy, an AI-powered platform revolutionizing the food and beverage industry. Ohanafy helps businesses streamline operations, leverage data-driven insights for smarter decision-making, and maximize revenue from start to finish. Ian shares the pivotal moments that led him to leave a secure corpora…
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Justin Williams | Carolina Marketing Company
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Today’s guest is Justin Williams, CEO of Carolina Marketing Co. With over 20 years in regional publishing, Justin’s portfolio includes lifestyle magazines that spotlight communities from Oak Island and Southport to Wilmington and Topsail. His team specializes in graphic design, digital marketing, geofencing, and delivering media and services that c…
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Jim Roberts | Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington
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Jim Roberts, Founder of NEW - Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington - sits down with Richard and discusses his journey from growing up in Florida to becoming a pivotal figure in North Carolina’s startup scene. Jim shares his initiatives in Charlotte, Asheville, and Raleigh before ultimately focusing on Wilmington. He shares insights on the local …
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Today’s guest is Danielle Mahon, founder and CEO of Topsail Steamer, specializing in providing take-home seafood steam pots. In this episode, we discuss Danielle’s detailed vision and operational experience with Topsail Steamer, her entrepreneurial roots, AND her recent experience with the widely popular Shark Tank. Send us a text. Leave your phone…
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