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The CEO.com Podcast features interviews and thought-provoking conversations with the world’s most prominent CEOs and leaders. The show covers many topics, including current events, leadership, economics, entrepreneurship, and philosophies on life itself. Nothing is off the table in these compelling and exclusive interviews.

4 DAYS AGO

Frec Founder & CEO Mo Al Adhem

In this episode, we sit down with Mo Al Adhem, the CEO and co-founder of Freck, to dive deep into his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative solutions his company offers in the wealth management industry. Mo shares his personal story of frustration with traditional money management and how it led him to create Freck, a platform that democratizes sophisticated investment strategies for everyone. Timestamps: 00:09 - Introduction and Background 00:21 - Founding of Freck 00:43 - Frustration with Traditional Wealth Management 01:15 - Technology in Financial Services 02:08 - Introduction to Freck's Main Product 02:49 - Direct Indexing Explained 04:15 - Tax Loss Harvesting 05:40 - Historical Context and Technology Evolution 06:43 - Differentiation from Competitors 07:43 - Revenue Model 09:11 - Additional Revenue Sources 10:00 - Potential Expansion into Mortgages 10:49 - Company Size and Team Structure 11:28 - Benefits of a Small Team 12:32 - Hiring Philosophy 13:03 - Typical Workday 14:09 - Importance of Planning 14:38 - Customer Acquisition Strategy 16:00 - Word of Mouth Growth 16:11 - Advice for Founders 17:48 - Reading Interests 19:06 - Economic Outlook for 2025 20:46 - Thoughts on Bitcoin 22:06 - Reflecting on Opportunities Given 24:10 - Conclusion and Thanks

25 min
6 DAYS AGO

DayCloud Studios CEO & Chief Creative Liz Hunt

In this episode of the CEO.com Podcast, Clint sits down with Liz Hunt, the dynamic CEO and Chief Creative at Day Cloud Studios. Liz shares her incredible journey from being fired from her dream job to founding a successful creative agency in Omaha, Nebraska. Discover how she landed her first major clients, the evolution of Day Cloud Studios, and the challenges and triumphs of managing a team of creatives. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:53 - Liz's journey to founding Day Cloud Studios 02:25 - Landing the first major clients 03:19 - The evolution of Day Cloud Studios 06:01 - The impact of AI on the creative industry 08:12 - The Agency Rocket Show 10:14 - Managing a team of creatives 11:54 - A typical day for Liz 13:02 - Social media strategy and content planning 18:32 - Mental health and entrepreneurship 22:46 - Preparing for 2025 26:08 - The importance of giving and receiving chances

28 min
12/19/2024

Stella & Chewy's Founder & CEO Marie Moody

In this episode, Clint sits down with Marie Moody, the founder and CEO of Stella & Chewy's, to explore her incredible journey from the fashion industry to revolutionizing the pet food market. Marie shares the heartfelt story of how a sick dog led her to discover the benefits of raw diets for pets, ultimately inspiring her to create Stella & Chewy's in 2003. She discusses the challenges of starting a business pre-internet, the evolution of pet food manufacturing, and the importance of building a strong team. Marie also opens up about her experiences stepping back into the CEO role, the impact of economic changes on the pet food industry, and the future of AI in manufacturing. Plus, get a glimpse into her personal life as she balances being a CEO and a mother. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:09 - Marie Moody's background and the founding of Stella & Chewy's 00:43 - The story behind the brand's inception 02:08 - Early challenges and the first steps in the business 04:09 - Educating consumers about raw pet food 06:01 - Scaling the business and building a brand 09:10 - Moving to Wisconsin and opening a manufacturing plant 11:50 - Realizing the business potential 13:57 - Changes in manufacturing over the years 17:44 - Pricing and selling strategies 21:32 - A typical day for Marie Moody 24:28 - Returning as CEO 25:31 - Economic environment and its impact 27:25 - Product development and innovation 28:40 - The role of AI in the future 29:03 - Personal insights and family life 30:29 - The importance of giving and receiving chances

32 min
12/17/2024

Greenlight Co-Founder & CEO John Mueller

On this episode of the CEO Podcast, we sit down with John Mueller, the CEO of Greenlight, a leading multi-state cannabis operator. John shares his fascinating journey from running a cattle feedlot in China to becoming a key player in the cannabis industry. Discover the challenges and intricacies of operating in a highly regulated market, the process of obtaining licenses, and the impact of political changes on the industry. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:34 - Early Ventures and Entry into Cannabis 01:25 - Overview of Greenlight Operations 02:20 - Opening a Dispensary and Licensing 03:16 - Licensing Process and Challenges 05:58 - Lottery System for Licenses 06:41 - Product Diversity and Consumer Preferences 07:21 - Distribution and Security Measures 08:56 - State of the Cannabis Industry 10:45 - Market Trends and Economic Impact 13:00 - Political and Legal Landscape 16:06 - Black Market Competition 18:02 - Fentanyl Crisis and Safety Concerns 18:29 - International and Domestic Market Dynamics 20:26 - Typical Day of a CEO 21:42 - Impact of AI on the Cannabis Industry 23:34 - Recruitment and Hiring Practices 24:55 - Preparing for Political Changes 26:32 - Reflection on Opportunities and Mentorship 27:55 - Conclusion and Future Prospects

29 min
12/12/2024

Labster CEO Shawn Boom

In this episode, Clint sits down with Shawn Boom, the CEO of Labster, to explore the innovative ways his company is transforming education and healthcare. Labster is at the forefront of creating immersive virtual simulations for STEM education, addressing critical issues like the nursing shortage exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Timestamps: 00:09 - Introduction and Background of Labster 00:36 - Impact of COVID on Education and Labster's Role 01:18 - Virtual Simulations in STEM Education 01:49 - Future of Education: Immersive and Personalized Learning 02:50 - Labster's Collaboration with Educational Institutions 03:33 - Addressing the Nursing Shortage with VR Training 04:12 - Reasons Behind the Nursing Shortage 05:04 - Role of AI in Labster and Education 07:04 - Research on Nurses' Readiness and Stress 08:22 - AI's Impact on Healthcare 09:54 - A Day in the Life of Labster's CEO 10:43 - Reading Recommendations 12:09 - Lessons in Leadership 13:11 - Planning for 2025 14:30 - Importance of Giving and Receiving Chances 15:57 - Closing Remarks

17 min
12/10/2024

Samsara Vision President & CEO Thomas Ruggia

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, host Clint sits down with Tom, the CEO and President of Samsara Vision, a groundbreaking medical device company specializing in vision restoration. Tom shares his incredible journey from a personal trainer to leading a company that is transforming lives with its innovative implantable miniature telescope for patients with age-related macular degeneration. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:09 - Tom's background and career journey 00:42 - Overview of Samsara Vision and its mission 02:02 - The technology behind the SING-IMT 04:03 - Launching the SING-IMT in China 07:26 - The timeline and challenges of bringing a medical device to market 09:47 - Advice for aspiring medical device founders 10:30 - A day in the life of Tom, the CEO and Ironman triathlete 12:07 - The impact of the Gaza and Israel conflict on the business 14:23 - Mental health and leadership during challenging times 16:28 - The role of AI in Samsara Vision's outreach 19:04 - Tom's reading and podcast recommendations 20:30 - Recruiting top talent and the importance of patient connection 22:09 - The future of medical device investment 24:20 - Leadership lessons learned 26:07 - The importance of empathy and being on the front lines 27:51 - The person who gave Tom his first big break

28 min
12/05/2024

Alation Co-Founder & CEO Satyen Sangani

In this episode, Clint sits down with Satyen, the CEO and co-founder of Alation, to explore the fascinating world of AI and data governance. Satyen shares his journey from being a financial analyst on Wall Street to founding Alation, a company that is revolutionizing how businesses understand and utilize their data. Timestamps: 00:09 - Introduction and Background of Bastian 00:40 - Founding Alation and Co-Founders' Expertise 01:52 - Evolution and Impact of AI on Business 02:24 - Challenges of AI in Business Information Systems 04:45 - Balancing AI Innovation and Product Focus 06:30 - Governance and Risks of AI in Enterprises 09:23 - Use Cases of Alation's Product 11:51 - Bastian's Reading and Podcast Recommendations 13:31 - A Day in the Life of a CEO 15:44 - Building Culture and Values at Alation 17:29 - Work from Home vs. In-Office Dynamics 19:35 - Raising Venture Capital and Market Perspectives 22:40 - Evolving Leadership Style with Company Growth 25:58 - CEO's Role in Societal Issues 29:02 - Market Outlook for 2025 31:14 - Acknowledging Key Supporters in Bastian's Journey 33:27 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook

34 min
12/03/2024

Sentry AI Founder & CEO Uday Kiran Chaka

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, host Clint welcomes Uday, the CEO and founder of Sentry AI. Uday shares his incredible journey from being a software engineer and management consultant to founding a company that aims to make society crime-free using AI technology. Timestamps: 00:09 - Introduction and Uday's background 00:33 - The inspiration behind Sentry AI 01:22 - What Sentry AI does 02:01 - Discussion on robotic security and AI 07:00 - Uday's personal experience with crime and the founding of Sentry AI 09:09 - How Sentry AI monitors security cameras 11:03 - The future of AI in security 15:10 - Uday's take on the future of AI 18:43 - Fundraising and building Sentry AI 21:33 - A day in the life of Uday 24:32 - Uday's reading recommendations 27:08 - Thoughts on the future market environment 30:42 - The importance of giving and receiving chances 32:31 - Closing remarks

33 min

The CEO.com Podcast features interviews and thought-provoking conversations with the world’s most prominent CEOs and leaders. The show covers many topics, including current events, leadership, economics, entrepreneurship, and philosophies on life itself. Nothing is off the table in these compelling and exclusive interviews.

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