Passage to Profit Show - Road to Entrepreneurship

Richard and Elizabeth Gearhart
  • 5.0 (37)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Weekly

The Passage to Profit Show is a nationally syndicated weekly radio show and podcast about entrepreneurism and innovation from multiple perspectives. Show hosts Richard Gearhart (a patent and trademark expert) and Elizabeth Gearhart (a startup entrepreneur), interview a variety of entrepreneurs, company founders, inventors, startups and experts from a range of industries. Each show presents listeners with real-life experiences, seen through the eyes of the different guests - providing valuable advice and a unique perspective on the Road to Entrepreneurship. From innovation to invention hang-ups, the show offers insight and expertise in launching a product or service, building a company, manufacturing, licensing, branding and much more.

  1. 2d ago

    Entrepreneurs: AI Holograms That Can Think, Talk and Work Like You with David Nussbaum + Others (Full Episode)

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview David Nussbaum, founder of Proto Hologram, Jessica Marriott, founder of Forward Thiinkers and David Johnson, co-founder of Resolution Financial Advisors. What if you could be in two places at once—or create an AI version of yourself that could think, talk and answer questions using your own knowledge? David Nussbaum, founder and executive chairman of Proto Hologram, reveals how life-size holograms and AI-powered digital avatars are transforming the way people communicate, work and do business. Discover how businesses are using holograms in healthcare, education, travel, entertainment and legal settings, how William Shatner delivered a keynote speech in Australia without leaving Los Angeles, and how AI holograms can preserve someone's knowledge, personality and voice. Read more at: https://protohologram.com/ What makes a great business partnership, and how can entrepreneurs disrupt industries that have stopped innovating? Jessica Marriott, an innovation strategist and founder of Forward Thinkers and Nerve Intelligence, shares how she challenges established industries to rethink what's possible, including her development of a revolutionary smart ski boot that adapts to a skier's movements and terrain in real time. She also reveals lessons from her entrepreneurial journey, including how she built a handbag brand that landed in Bloomingdale's, why choosing the wrong business partner can hold a company back, and how to recognize the people who truly complement your strengths. Read more at: https://forwardthiinkers.com/ What happens when your startup runs out of money, your next round of venture capital falls through, or you can't find a buyer for your business? Before you simply close the doors, there may be ways to protect your company, recover value, and avoid costly legal and financial consequences. David M. Johnson, co-founder of Resolution Financial Advisors explains how struggling startups and businesses can wind down operations outside of bankruptcy court, monetize intellectual property and technology assets, meet employee and creditor obligations, and protect directors and officers from potential personal liability. Read more at: https://resolutionfa.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and Kelly Clarkson Bird Story(00:02:20) - Gearhart Law Award and Autumn Talk(00:03:49) - Halloween Costume Ideas(00:04:41) - Guest Introductions(00:05:28) - New Business Journey: Career Turning Points(00:09:26) - David Nussbaum Introduces Proto Hologram(00:12:10) - Hologram Apps, AI Avatars and Legal Uses(00:15:32) - AI Avatars, Security and Legal Depositions(00:18:54) - Medical Uses and the Ozzy Osbourne Hologram(00:21:08) - Ad Break: Car Shield and Health Insurance(00:23:07) - William Shatner and Proto Stories(00:27:33) - Future of Holograms and Home Use(00:30:13) - Pricing and Use Cases for Proto Devices(00:35:01) - Finding David Nussbaum Online(00:35:33) - Real AI Use Cases Roundtable(00:40:14) - AI Hugging Face Rogue AI Debate(00:41:18) - Ad Break: Debt Relief and Streaming TV(00:43:24) - IP News: Anthropic and AI Copyright Controversy(00:47:45) - Jessica Marriott Introduces Smart Ski Boot(00:50:25) - Lessons on Business Partnerships(00:55:58) - Marketing and Prototype Plans for Ski Boot(00:58:33) - David M. Johnson on Business Wind-Downs(01:02:15) - Avoiding Bankruptcy and Soft Landings(01:05:19) - Why Startups Fail and Contingency Planning(01:08:56) - Ad Break: Car Shield Repeat(01:10:00) - Noah's Retrospective: Asking Questions(01:11:15) - Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:18:08) - Closing and Show Credits

  2. 2d ago ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: Why Relationships and Persistence Still Beat AI with Brandon Bellamy and Sam Desany

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Brandon Bellamy and Sam Desany from TITAN Commerical Realty Group and cast members of A&E’s The Real Estate Commission. What does it really take to build and sustain a successful commercial real estate business? Brandon Bellamy, and Samuel Desany of TITAN Commercial Realty Group share their insights on finding clients, building relationships, surviving the ups and downs of dealmaking, and growing a business in a competitive industry. They also explore how artificial intelligence is changing real estate, why traditional business fundamentals still matter, and how new opportunities in technology, media, and residential real estate can create exciting paths for expansion. From turning one successful deal into multiple opportunities to developing the resilience needed to bounce back when deals fall through, this conversation offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business owners in any industry. Read more at: https://therealestatecommission.com/ and at: https://titancommercialrealtygroup.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Brandon and Sam: Broker vs Salesperson(00:00:54) - Sam's Path to Titan and Using AI(00:02:49) - Is AI a Requirement in Real Estate?(00:03:28) - Brandon's Veteran Perspective on Fundamentals(00:04:15) - The Emotional Toll and Resilience in Real Estate(00:05:43) - Work-Life Balance and Showing Properties(00:06:52) - Finding Clients and Referrals(00:07:10) - Future Aspirations and Goals(00:09:17) - Expansion Plans and New Cities(00:10:17) - Closing and Podcast Info

  3. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: Why Taking Small Deals Can Lead to Big Business Success with Christine Haupt and Camila Drowlette

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Christine Haupt and Camila Rodriguez Drowlette from TITAN Commercial Realty Group and the A&E TV series, The Real Estate Commission. What if the secret to building a successful business isn't chasing the biggest deals, but being willing to take the smallest ones? In this interview, Christine Haupt and Camila Rodriguez Drowlette from TITAN Commerical Realty Group and the A&E TV series The Real Estate Commission, share the entrepreneurial lessons behind building a successful commercial real estate business, including why taking small clients can lead to bigger opportunities, how controlling everyday expenses protects profitability, and why the little decisions add up to big results. The conversation also explores the challenges of managing commercial properties and tenants, building a business with your spouse, mentoring employees, and knowing when raising rents makes business sense. Discover why long-term success often comes from doing the work others overlook, keeping costs under control, and building relationships that last. Read more at: https://therealestatecommission.com/ and at: https://titancommercialrealtygroup.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing the Titan Team(00:00:37) - Todd's Early Career: Taking Every Deal(00:01:53) - Richard & Elizabeth's Bootstrapped Beginnings(00:03:08) - Taking the Risk Nobody Else Would(00:03:58) - Frugality and Business Spending Mindset(00:04:35) - Camilla's Journey Joining the Business(00:06:10) - Working Together as Couples in Business(00:07:01) - The Copier Story and Value of Small Spending(00:07:48) - Why Little Habits Determine Financial Success(00:09:42) - Starting Titan: A Challenging Transition(00:10:33) - Life as a Property/Asset Manager(00:11:27) - Handling Tenant Complaints and Daily Challenges(00:13:05) - Setting Rent Strategically vs Market Rates(00:14:21) - Closing and Podcast Credits

  4. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: How to Build a Business That Gets National Attention with Todd Drowlette

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Todd Drowlette, founder of TITAN Commercial Realty Group and star of A&E’s The Real Estate Commission. How do you turn a crazy business idea into a nationally televised success? Todd Drowlette, Founder and Managing Director of TITAN Commercial Realty Group and star of A&E’s The Real Estate Commission, shares how persistence, creative thinking, and refusing to accept rejection helped him build a successful real estate business and land a television deal. With more than 1,700 deals and $2 billion in transactions, Todd reveals how to evaluate commercial real estate investments, choose the right broker, avoid costly property mistakes, generate leads through education, and build a business that attracts major opportunities. Discover why successful entrepreneurs keep pushing forward, create their own opportunities, and prove their ideas work before asking others to believe in them. Read more at: https://therealestatecommission.com/ and at: https://titancommercialrealtygroup.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Todd Drollette and A&E Show Season Two(00:01:28) - What Makes a Successful Real Estate Agent(00:03:25) - Choosing the Right Commercial or Residential Broker(00:05:10) - What Makes a Good Real Estate Investment(00:06:46) - Buying the Law Firm Building(00:07:35) - Launching the Podcast and the Adam Carolla Story(00:08:57) - The Todd/Dan/Brad Mix-Up Story(00:10:19) - Commercial Break: CarShield(00:11:12) - Commercial Break: Health Insurance(00:12:17) - Lessons from 1700 Real Estate Deals(00:13:25) - Understanding People and Reading the Room(00:14:40) - Almost Being a Lawyer(00:15:46) - What Excites Todd About the Real Estate Commission Show(00:16:59) - The Studio Experience and Meeting Innovators(00:17:48) - How the Show Got on A&E During COVID(00:19:14) - Persistence, Pitching, and Building Your Own Success(00:20:08) - Wrap Up and How to Contact Todd

  5. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: The Career Risks That Led to Mentors, Money and Business Success

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with Todd Drowlette founder of TITAN Commercial Realty Group and star of A&E’s The Real Estate Commission, as well as Camila Rodriguez Drowlette and Christine Haupt, also from TITAN Commerical Realty Group and cast members of A&E’s The Real Estate Commission. What happens when you take a chance on an opportunity, accept a pay cut for a better future, or learn a new skill that opens doors you never imagined? On this segment of Your New Business Journey, entrepreneurs share the pivotal decisions that transformed their careers and businesses. Todd Drowlette explains how an unexpected opportunity led to valuable mentorship and a career in commercial real estate, while Christine Haupt reveals why taking a lower-paying job ultimately paid off. Camila Rodriguez Drowlette shares how learning English opened doors to better jobs and new opportunities, and Elizabeth Gearhart reflects on leaving corporate America to raise her children and build a new chapter in life. Richard Gearhart explains how moving his law firm from a home office into a commercial building changed both his perspective and his clients' perception of the business. Discover how calculated risks, continuous learning, mentorship, and the right work environment can shape your career, create new opportunities, and help you build a more rewarding professional life. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introductions and the Big Question(00:00:21) - Todd's Funeral Road Trip Decision(00:02:04) - Christine's Career Leap(00:03:24) - Camilla's Journey Learning English(00:04:32) - Elizabeth Leaving Corporate Life(00:05:07) - Moving the Business Out of the House(00:06:00) - Working Through COVID and Staying Focused(00:06:46) - Outro and Show Links

  6. Oct 26 ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurial Secrets: Turn Customer Complaints Into Market Research and Business Growth

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with interventional cardiologist Dr. Joseph A. Puma from Sorin Medical, Brian Fried, Inventor Coach from National Inventor Club and John Schwind from ReadiMask Entrepreneurs can turn setbacks, customer complaints, and careful research into opportunities for business growth. In this segment of Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind, Dr. Joseph A. Puma, interventional cardiologist and founder of Sorin Medical, explains why entrepreneurs sometimes push forward despite evidence that they should stop. Inventor and innovation expert Brian Fried shares why researching ideas, checking references, and doing due diligence can prevent costly mistakes. John Schwind of ReadiMask reflects on knowing when to persevere and when to walk away, while Richard Gearhart of Gearhart Law reveals why customer complaints should be treated as valuable market research that exposes problems in business systems. Elizabeth Gearhart of Gear Media Studios emphasizes the importance of reliability and following through on commitments. Discover practical lessons on entrepreneurial persistence, informed decision-making, customer feedback, problem-solving, and building a more successful business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction: Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind(00:00:18) - Dr. Puma on Perseverance vs. Pathology(00:00:47) - Brian Fried on Doing Your Own Research(00:01:48) - John Schwind: Knowing When to Hold or Fold(00:02:20) - Richard Gearhart: Customer Complaints as Market Research(00:02:47) - Elizabeth Gearhart on Reliability & Closing Remarks

  7. Oct 25 ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: How ReadiMask Solved the Mask Seal Problem Overnight with John Schwind

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interviews John Schwind from ReadiMask. What does it take to turn a failed product idea into an innovative business after 22 years? John Schwind, founder of ReadiMask, shares the entrepreneurial journey behind a strapless protective mask designed to create a secure seal around the face. John explains how early prototypes failed, why mask fit and sealing are critical, what COVID-19 revealed about public education and mask effectiveness, and how ReadiMask evolved for consumers, healthcare workers, travelers, and industrial applications involving airborne particulates. He also reveals the persistence, product iterations, testing, and business challenges behind what he jokingly calls an “overnight success after 22 years.” Read more at: https://readimask.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction and Origin of ReadyMask(00:00:58) - Why a Strapless, Sealed Mask Design(00:01:51) - Mask Seal, Fit Testing and COVID Lessons(00:02:20) - Customer Base and Industrial Applications(00:03:06) - Facial Hair, Occupational Hazards and Comfort(00:04:53) - Live Mask Demonstration(00:05:35) - Communication, Comfort and Travel Use(00:06:08) - Colors, Future Plans and Journey Reflection(00:07:39) - Where to Buy and Wrap-up

  8. Oct 24 ·  Bonus

    Entrepreneurs: How to Turn an Invention Idea Into a Profitable Business with Brian Fried

    Discover entrepreneurship, innovation, business growth, scaling, and intellectual property strategies from successful founders and industry leaders. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Brian Fried, Inventor Coach from National Inventor Club. Brian Fried, Inventor Coach and founder of the National Inventor Club, has spent more than 20 years helping inventors turn ideas into successful products and businesses. In this episode, Brian explains how to evaluate an invention before investing time and money, conduct a preliminary market and patent search, build a prototype, determine whether an idea is patentable, and decide whether licensing or manufacturing is the right path. He also shares real-world examples from his own products, QVC experience, Amazon sales, and licensing deals—including how a simple paper towel invention became a proven product opportunity. Read more at: https://brianfried.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today’s evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Brian Fried, the Inventor Coach(00:01:31) - License or Manufacture Yourself?(00:02:40) - Finding a Big Enough Market: The Pull Ties Story(00:04:08) - Steps to Take an Invention Idea Forward(00:04:47) - Patent Searches and Making It Real(00:06:23) - Knowing When to Walk Away From an Idea(00:07:18) - Licensing Rejections and Finding the Right Timing(00:08:06) - Starting Small: The Haircare Manufacturing Story(00:09:51) - The Paper Towel Topper Success Story(00:11:50) - Inventor Mindset and Taking Action(00:12:56) - Other Hit Products: Scoopers and Brand Licensing Deals(00:15:00) - Keeping Manufacturing Costs Low and Final Advice(00:16:09) - Closing and Where to Find Brian

See All (796)

5
out of 5
37 Ratings

About

The Passage to Profit Show is a nationally syndicated weekly radio show and podcast about entrepreneurism and innovation from multiple perspectives. Show hosts Richard Gearhart (a patent and trademark expert) and Elizabeth Gearhart (a startup entrepreneur), interview a variety of entrepreneurs, company founders, inventors, startups and experts from a range of industries. Each show presents listeners with real-life experiences, seen through the eyes of the different guests - providing valuable advice and a unique perspective on the Road to Entrepreneurship. From innovation to invention hang-ups, the show offers insight and expertise in launching a product or service, building a company, manufacturing, licensing, branding and much more.

Information