Office Hours with David Meltzer

David Meltzer

Welcome to Office Hours, hosted by Legendary Sports Executive, Entrepreneur, and Investor, David Meltzer. Where the brightest millionaires, billionaires, and entrepreneurs, in business, sports, and entertainment get together to talk about success, failure, and everything in between.

  1. 15 Ώ. ΠΡΙΝ

    Lee Barkalow, Rob Meyers, Pam Minteer | Office Hours #796

    Lee Barkalow Lee Barkalow is the Co-Founder and CEO of The CurEnt Group (TCG), a company dedicated to creating exceptional cultural, entertainment, and travel experiences for private clients and global brands. Before launching TCG, he built and successfully exited a hospitality company and later co-founded NOVA, a members-only lifestyle community that operates alongside TCG. With a career foundation at WME and Paradigm, Lee brings over a decade of experience across music, entertainment, and experiential ventures, blending creativity and strategy to craft unforgettable experiences. Rob Meyers Rob Meyers is the strategic force driving Versus’ evolution into a global creative and production studio. With over two decades of experience in production, brand development, and leadership, he has led the company through significant growth—tripling its team size, expanding internationally, and launching new divisions such as Versus Originals. As Managing Director, Rob blends hands-on leadership with visionary strategy, ensuring that Versus’ success is rooted in both business excellence and creative integrity. Beyond building a thriving company, Rob is deeply committed to cultivating a strong, people-first culture. Guided by his “4 C’s” framework—Curiosity, Conversation, Culture, and Community—he fosters an environment where collaboration and innovation flourish. Pam Minteer Pam is an accomplished Human Resources executive with over 30 years of experience, including 20 years in senior HR leadership roles across sports and entertainment, mining, and manufacturing. She spent 10 seasons as Head of HR for the Pittsburgh Pirates—serving under both the McClatchy and Nutting ownership groups—and coordinated volunteers for the 2006 MLB All-Star Game. Now a consultant, Pam helps small to mid-sized organizations achieve their strategic HR goals with expertise spanning compliance, policy development, labor relations, talent management, and organizational culture.

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  2. 20 Ώ. ΠΡΙΝ

    BAM Franklin, Dr. Greg Hammer, Adam Port | IG Live

    BAM Franklin Bryan, also known as BAM, is the Founder and CTO of BAM.eco, an innovative e-commerce and advertising platform modeled after an Amazon FBM franchise. A lifelong entrepreneur and visionary, he has built ventures focused on collaboration and community empowerment, including BAMcircle.net, a wealth-sharing network, and CrenshawBoulevard.com, where he’s known as the “Mayor of Crenshaw.” Currently authoring his third book, Caught Up in Capitalism, Bryan draws on his journey from humble beginnings in Watts, California, to becoming a respected leader guided by mentors such as Emmitt McHenry and Abe Thompson. His story embodies resilience, purpose, and the belief that anyone can rise to make a difference. Dr. Greg Hammer Greg Hammer, MD is a recently retired professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, wellness and mindfulness lecturer, and the author of GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals and co-author of the book A Mindful Teen: Helping Today’s Teenagers Thrive through Gratitude, Acceptance, Intention, and Nonjudgment Adam Port Adam Port is a renowned photorealist artist celebrated for his lifelike portraits and deep ties to sports culture. He gained early acclaim at age 22 when his hyperrealistic work earned him an NBA licensing deal and later a partnership with the Basketball Hall of Fame, where he painted Michael Jordan and other legendary inductees. Over his 25-year career, Port’s art has been featured in galleries, museums, and private collections, with highlights including his acclaimed Art of the Sole series, which celebrates sneaker culture through meticulous, detail-rich renderings that take hundreds of hours to complete. His work has supported major charities, been showcased on national television, and continues to bridge the worlds of fine art and sports with authenticity, precision, and passion.

    39 λεπτά
  3. 1 ΗΜ. ΠΡΙΝ

    Ken Belson, Scott Allen Curley, Hannah McGough | IG Live

    Ken Belson Ken Belson rejoined The New York Times’s Business section in 2023 to write about the business of sports after spending 14 years in the Sports department, primarily covering the N.F.L. Belson reports on the teams and personalities of the N.F.L., including finances, stadiums, medical issues, lawsuits and more. He lives in New York with his wife. You can follow him @el_belson on X. Scott Allen Curley Scott Allen Curley is an author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker whose journey from addiction, homelessness, and prison to building multimillion-dollar companies showcases remarkable resilience. He is the co-founder and CEO of FinishLine Tax Solutions, one of the largest tax litigation firms in the U.S., where he has helped more than 25,000 clients nationwide. He also founded Innovatum Tax Group and created CommitCon 2026, a business conference designed to empower entrepreneurs. Hannah McGough Hannah McGough is a creative strategist, producer, and brand architect with over a decade of experience leading omnichannel marketing, creative production, and brand development for global beauty brands and fast-growing startups. As Chief Marketing Officer at Blank Beauty, a pioneering beautytech company powered by AI, robotics, and zero-inventory infrastructure, she’s helping shape the future of personalized products—beginning with nails. Before joining Blank Beauty, Hannah founded Sunshine Creative in Los Angeles and later launched Banana Brands, where she provided fractional CMO-level support to emerging DTC and retail brands. Known for building from the ground up—campaigns, partnerships, departments, and momentum—Hannah blends creativity with strategic precision.

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  4. 2 ΗΜ. ΠΡΙΝ

    Jim Eckes, Joe Mindak, Scott Nelson | Office Hours : The Human Experience

    Jim Eckes With decades of experience in telecom, Jim Eckes is the leader of TieTechnology, where he focuses on building custom VoIP phone solutions to help businesses better serve their customers. He has built a career on creating meaningful partnerships and leveraging his expertise to bring legacy telecom systems into the future. Jim is also reinventing the customer experience by integrating telecom with AI in a way few have considered. His approach challenges long-standing industry norms, emphasizing that AI is only effective when the foundation—the phone system itself—is modern, reliable, and built to support innovation. Joe Mindak Joe brings over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience across marketing, publishing, events, music, and e-commerce, combining creative vision with a passion for community-driven business. As the founder of seven ventures—including hMAG (Hoboken Magazine), Castle Point Brewer/Hoboken Ale, and Pregifting—he has built companies grounded in authentic connection and shared purpose. His pivotal insight came when a single introduction led to a $100K agency deal, inspiring the creation of Nolodex, where he now leverages his strategic and relationship-focused leadership to transform networking into real, measurable business growth. Scott Nelson Scott Nelson, a former professional baseball umpire who spent five years in the minor leagues and three in Major League Baseball, transformed adversity into entrepreneurial success after his unexpected release from the sport in 2001. Drawing on the resilience built during his baseball years, he entered the apparel industry in 2009 and launched Local Team Shop in 2012, leading it to impressive growth—including securing a pilot program with Walmart involving 11 Supercenters and 51 schools in his first week. Married to his longtime partner and a proud father of three, Scott’s journey reflects perseverance through setbacks, innovation during challenges like COVID-19, and the relentless drive to build and scale a standout brand in the local sportswear market.

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  5. 6 ΗΜ. ΠΡΙΝ

    George Cray, Luca Zambello, Kevin "Kev" Jordan | Office Hours #794

    George Cray George Cray, founder of GCH Technologies, has spent his career shaping the evolution of telecom—from landlines to cellular and now AI. Through his company, he focuses on strengthening the digital infrastructure that keeps businesses running, customers connected, and data secure, turning often unseen technology into indispensable progress. Luca Zambello Luca Zambello is the Founder and CEO of Jurny, the first agentic AI operating system designed to transform the hospitality industry. A three-time founder with over 12 years of experience, he previously scaled a hospitality startup to 300+ Airbnbs across six cities, giving him firsthand insight into the industry’s challenges. His work and expertise have been featured in outlets such as Entrepreneur, CNBC, Bloomberg, Yahoo! Finance, The Wall Street Journal, and Skift, and he has been recognized as one of Los Angeles’ notable entrepreneurs. An early believer in AI, Luca was experimenting with specialized AI agents for hospitality long before the concept became mainstream. He often draws on lessons from industries like aviation to illustrate how AI will reshape every customer-facing business. As a thought leader, he regularly speaks on the future of AI in hospitality, positioning Jurny not just as a property management system, but as a comprehensive operating system for the industry. Kevin "Kev" Jordan Kevin "Kev" Jordan is the CEO of MAXXX Performance, where sports, mental health, and innovation intersect. With over a decade of leadership experience, he is passionate about strategic excellence and transformative leadership. At MAXXX Performance, his expertise in behavioral health drives the mission to enhance mental fitness through sports technology and AI, while fostering a culture of diversity and collaboration where every perspective adds value. Previously, as CEO of Adaptive Behavioral Services, Inc. (ABS), Kevin expanded telehealth services across Western Pennsylvania with a focus on strategic communication and operational excellence. Certified as an NFL Player Representative, he remains deeply committed to advancing both sports and mental health, inspiring others to join him in making mental fitness accessible to athletes everywhere.

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  6. 6 ΗΜ. ΠΡΙΝ

    Dylan Smith, Jason Saltzman, Stephen Scoggins | IG Live

    Dylan Smith Dylan Smith, a 23-year-old CEO, is passionately committed to serving and supporting individuals who face challenges similar to those he encountered in his childhood. Adopted twice and misdiagnosed with ADHD when he actually had dyslexia, Dylan's journey has been marked by resilience and determination. Despite not attending college, he has built a successful business and now travels across the country, speaking at business conferences, schools, and events for education professionals, parents, and children. His story inspires many, showcasing the power of perseverance and the importance of understanding and support for those with learning differences. Jason Saltzman Jason Saltzman is a serial entrepreneur and investor, best known as the founder and CEO of Relief, a fintech platform that automates debt reduction for consumers. He previously founded Alley, a nationwide coworking community in partnership with Verizon, and SeamlessDocs, a gov-tech company acquired by Kofile. A longtime Techstars mentor and former U.S. State Department entrepreneurship advisor, Jason has dedicated his career to building mission-driven ventures that empower people and communities. Now based in Miami, he plays an active role in supporting the city’s growing innovation ecosystem through initiatives like MIT REAP Miami. Beyond business, Jason has a passion for storytelling and global entrepreneurship—producing a documentary with Entrepreneur magazine that highlights Kuwait’s emerging startup scene and the universal drive to innovate and create impact. Stephen Scoggins Stephen Scoggins is a renowned entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and creator of the LionLamb Operating System—a framework empowering leaders to achieve lasting success without sacrificing peace, purpose, or people. Rising from homelessness to building multiple nine-figure businesses, he embodies resilience, redemption, and faith in action. As founder of Unstoppable Solutions and host of the BUILD with Stephen Scoggins podcast, which has earned over 48 million views, he integrates business strategy, emotional mastery, and faith-based principles to help others lead authentically and overcome adversity. Featured in major outlets like Forbes, Entrepreneur, and USA Today, Stephen advises Fortune 500 executives and inspires entrepreneurs to align with their purpose, heal from within, and create legacies of enduring impact.

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    Rome Madison, Ankit Mahadevia, Christin Kingsbury | Office Hours #793

    Rome Madison Rome Madison is a dynamic speaker, author, and podcaster who empowers people to build confidence, overcome fear, and pursue bold goals with unwavering determination. A pioneer in the precision medicine industry, he draws on his experience leading startups, navigating corporate challenges, and shaping the future of healthcare. Raised on welfare in Texas, Rome’s relentless drive led him from hand-copying medical textbooks he couldn’t afford to selling The Precision Medicine Podcast to NeoGenomics for $70 million. With executive experience, a Business Strategy certification from Harvard Business School Online, and appearances on over 50 media outlets, he inspires audiences to crush their goals, conquer imposter syndrome, and bet on themselves to create lasting success. Ankit Mahadevia Ankit is a biotech entrepreneur, CEO, board member, and author of Quiet Leader Loud Results, recognized for transforming cutting-edge science into successful companies. Over his career, he has co-founded nine biotech ventures, served as a physician, investor, advisor, and policy contributor, and helped drive three IPOs, five mergers and acquisitions, and the development of multiple therapeutics—including one FDA-approved drug and another nearing approval. Now leading Curie.Bio, Ankit focuses on helping early-stage biotech founders grow, secure funding, and scale for long-term success. With decades of experience across startups, big pharma, and healthcare consulting, he champions a model that turns promising ideas into transformative outcomes and empowers the next generation of biotech leaders—especially those who lead with quiet confidence—to achieve bold results. Christin Kingsbury Christin Kingsbury is a devoted wife, mother of two, and a founding partner of PLACE, a leading business tech platform for top real estate agents nationwide. She runs a top-producing real estate team and owns multiple real estate ventures, including brokerages, title companies, rental properties, and even a mobile home park. Passionate about financial freedom, Christin teaches others how to eliminate debt, create multiple streams of income, and build generational wealth. She believes that changing the way people think about money can break cycles of poverty, and through her businesses, she helps fund financial education and opportunities for at-risk youth.

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  8. 8 ΟΚΤ

    Victor Bornstein, Daniel Persitz, Setema Gali | IG Live

    Victor Bornstein Victor Bornstein, co-founder and CEO of Justpoint, is on a mission to add five billion healthy years to the global population by eliminating hidden toxins in everyday products. Through Justpoint’s AI-enabled consumer protection platform, his team identifies toxic exposures, empowers families affected by harmful products, and drives industries toward safer standards using science, litigation, and media. Drawing from his global background—born in Nicaragua, raised in Brazil, and trained in the U.S.—and his experience at Mount Sinai Hospital and the Texas Medical Center, Victor combines health data expertise with a passion for technology to make consumer protection proactive and ensure that everyday products truly support long-term well-being. Daniel Persitz Daniel has sold numerous scripts to studios and production companies including Lionsgate, eOne, Hasbro Studios, Dark Horse and Dimension. Three of his screenplays have been voted onto the prestigious Hollywood Black List, including the feature version of Key of Genius, co-written with David Seidler, the Oscar-winning writer of The King’s Speech. Daniel is also an experienced producer and film executive, with credits at Robert Zemeckis’ production company and Hasbro Studios. He produced Universal’s thriller hit Ouija and worked on the Transformers and Dungeons & Dragons franchises for Paramount. Outside of film, Daniel is a violinist, regularly performing with the Santa Monica Symphony and Westside Chamber Orchestra. Key of Genius combines his two passions of film and music. Setema Gali Setema Gali is a former NFL defensive end for the New England Patriots and a Super Bowl XXXVI champion who has become a results coach for the highly committed. Despite early setbacks, repeated injuries, and going undrafted, he fought his way to become a BYU team captain, All-Conference defensive end, and ultimately a Super Bowl winner. His journey from adversity to achievement shaped his drive to help individuals and organizations turn impossible dreams into groundbreaking realities. After the 2008 financial collapse left him bankrupt and forced him to sell his Super Bowl ring, Setema rebuilt his life with grit and humility. Excelling in elite sales training, he discovered his true calling in transformational coaching. Today, he leverages his experiences to guide thousands toward lasting success and personal breakthroughs.

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Welcome to Office Hours, hosted by Legendary Sports Executive, Entrepreneur, and Investor, David Meltzer. Where the brightest millionaires, billionaires, and entrepreneurs, in business, sports, and entertainment get together to talk about success, failure, and everything in between.