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Founders Future Podcast | Powered by Closers.ioJoin us on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and business growth with the Founders Future podcast, powered by Closers.io. Each episode features an in-depth, one-on-one interview with a visionary founder, exploring their unique path to success and strategies for future expansion.What to ExpectIn each 25-minute episode, we dive deep into two key areas:1. The Founding Journey (10-12 minutes)   - Discover the inspiration behind groundbreaking companies   - Explore pivotal moments and challenges faced by founders   - Uncover valuable lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship2. Future Growth Plans (10-12 minutes)   - Gain insights into winning business strategies   - Learn about innovative approaches to client acquisition and expansion   - Get a glimpse into the future of various industries from those shaping themWhy Listen?- Hear firsthand accounts of entrepreneurial triumphs and tribulations- Gain practical advice for overcoming common business challenges- Stay ahead of industry trends and future market shifts- Learn from diverse perspectives on work-life balance and leadership- Get inspired by the visions and strategies of successful foundersWhether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply curious about the world of business, the Founders Future podcast offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to drive growth and innovation in their field.Tune in to Founders Future, powered by Closers.io, and join us on a journey of discovery, learning, and inspiration from the brightest minds in the business world.Available on all major podcasting platforms.---Brought to you by Closers.io - Revolutionizing revenue growth for B2B companies through innovative sales solutions and our groundbreaking STA (Sales Team Augmentation) program.Learn more at www.closers.io

  1. 1H AGO

    Adam Gray on Sustainable Fat Loss for Busy Women

    In this episode of Founders Future, host Zach Young sits down with Adam Gray, a fat loss and health coach who helps busy women reclaim their energy, lose weight, and build sustainable habits—without extreme dieting or endless gym sessions. Adam shares his journey from earning a degree in exercise physiology to nearly a decade of in-person coaching before transitioning fully online in 2022. He explains why his core clients are women aged 35–55, often busy moms and professionals who prioritize everyone else before their own health, and how that shaped his coaching philosophy. The conversation dives into Adam’s personalized, one-on-one virtual coaching model that blends strength training, practical nutrition, accountability, and mindset work designed for real life—not rigid meal plans. Zach and Adam also explore the business side of coaching, from building trust and authority through organic social media relationships to scaling a service-based business. Adam opens up about hiring his first virtual assistant and DM setter, navigating growth challenges, and his long-term vision to expand his team while maintaining quality and impact.

    22 min

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    Nadja Fromm on Building a Business That Works With Your Brain

    In this episode of Founders Future, host Zach Young sits down with Nadja Fromm, founder and CEO of Fromm Consulting, to explore what it really takes to build a business that works for your brain, your life, and your goals. With over 20 years of experience leading global brands and launching products across startups and multinational corporations, Nadja shares her journey from agency life to corporate leadership—and ultimately breaking up with corporate for good after repeated burnout. The conversation dives into the intersection of neuroscience, mindset, and marketing, and why so many former corporate professionals struggle when they step into entrepreneurship. Zach and Nadja unpack how hustle culture, poor messaging, and overcomplication create invisible businesses, while clarity, consistency, and human connection drive real growth. Nadja also shares why in-person networking is making a strong comeback, why she’s chosen a bespoke one-on-one model, and how she plans to expand her impact through workshops and small group experiences—without sacrificing sustainability or well-being.

    21 min

  3. 2H AGO

    A Different Path to Recovery with Dr. Michele Perron

    In this episode of Founders Future, host Zach Young sits down with Michele Perron, PhD—an alcohol moderation expert, addiction counselor, and coach who helps executives, professionals, and high achievers regain control of their drinking without necessarily quitting altogether. Michele shares her deeply personal journey into this work, shaped by lived experience, years of clinical addiction counseling, recovery nutrition, and positive psychology. After spending nearly a decade working in traditional brick-and-mortar treatment settings, she transitioned into online coaching—eventually building and leading a successful moderation-based program that challenged the abstinence-only model that dominates the industry. The conversation explores Michele’s highly personalized, one-on-one coaching approach, where she works not only with individuals but often with spouses and families to shift mindset, uncover root causes, and create sustainable change. She explains why moderation is a viable—and often life-saving—alternative for many people, especially those in high-visibility careers who need privacy, discretion, and flexibility. Zach and Michele also dive into the business side of coaching: building a referral-driven practice, navigating failed paid-ads experiments, embracing podcasting and real-time conversations as her most natural growth channels, and recovering from major life transitions—including grief, burnout, and rebuilding after a corporate merger. This episode is a must-listen for founders, executives, and professionals seeking a healthier relationship with alcohol—and for coaches building service-based businesses rooted in trust, depth, and human connection.

    18 min

  4. 2H AGO

    Purpose Powered Fitness: Brandon Johnson on Women’s Longevity

    In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, Brandon Johnson—known as Coach Brandon—shares his journey from a long career in the mobile phone industry to becoming a specialist in women’s metabolic and hormonal health. After losing 90 pounds himself and earning multiple fitness and coaching certifications, Brandon was naturally drawn into coaching women ages 35–55, many of whom were struggling with PCOS and perimenopause and feeling unseen by traditional approaches. Brandon explains how his work evolved into building personalized metabolic blueprints that go far beyond workouts and meal plans. Through his Purpose and Peak Longevity Collective, he integrates monthly blood work analysis, peptide therapy, resistance training, nutrition, and faith-based accountability to help women address root causes rather than just manage symptoms. His approach is highly individualized—no two clients receive the same plan—allowing women to regain energy, hormonal balance, and long-term resilience. The conversation also explores Brandon’s role as the “architect” of his programs, how he’s building a multidisciplinary team to better serve clients, and his vision for scaling impact while maintaining deep, one-on-one care. This episode is a powerful listen for founders, coaches, and women seeking clarity, structure, and sustainable health strategies rooted in both science and purpose.

    21 min

  5. 2H AGO

    Why Mental Training Matters as Much as Physical Training — Dora Kurimay

    In this episode of Founders Future, host Zach Young sits down with Dora Kurimay, a mental performance consultant, former U.S. Open table tennis champion, and sports psychology expert who helps athletes and high performers master their inner game. Dora shares her journey from competing at the highest levels of international table tennis—including representing Hungary’s national team—to earning advanced degrees in psychology and sports psychology in the United States. Drawing from both lived competitive experience and academic training, Dora explains why mental skills are just as critical as physical training—and how the mind, like the body, must be trained consistently. The conversation explores Dora’s personalized coaching approach, where she works one-on-one with athletes, parents, and executives to build confidence, emotional control, focus, and resilience under pressure. She breaks down the most common challenges athletes face—performing well in practice but struggling in competition, confidence issues, distraction, motivation, and the growing impact of social media on young athletes. Zach and Dora also discuss the business side of performance coaching: working with parents and coaches, packaging sessions into structured programs, using social media and partnerships for growth, and expanding into new projects—including mental toolkits for injured athletes, parent-focused education, and collaborations that help athletes leverage social media for recruitment. This episode is a must-listen for athletes, parents, coaches, and founders who want to understand how mastering the mental game leads to better performance—not just in sport, but in life.

    18 min

  6. 3H AGO

    From Social Work to Entrepreneurship: Katie Dirrig’s Founder Journey

    In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, Katie Dirrig joins the show to share her journey from a 15-year career in social work to co-founding Rooted Business Foundations, a comprehensive business support company serving women, LGBTQ+, and underserved entrepreneurs. Drawing from her background in nonprofit leadership and real estate, Katie explains how a series of intentional pivots led her to build a one-stop-shop model that helps founders move from burnout to sustainable growth.** Katie breaks down how Rooted Business Foundations supports entrepreneurs at every stage—from idea validation to team expansion—through customized audits, administrative systems, marketing support, and coaching. The conversation explores relationship-driven client acquisition, navigating inconsistent revenue cycles, thoughtful use of paid ads, and the challenge of stepping out of client work into true leadership. Katie also shares her long-term vision of building a values-aligned, community-centered ecosystem that prioritizes impact, collaboration, and financial empowerment over competition.

    20 min

  7. 3H AGO

    Tianna Mamalick: Teaching SEO & Paid Ads That Work

    In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we dive into the founder journey of Tianna Mamalick, the visionary behind SMB Marketing School, a digital marketing agency and training platform focused on helping small and medium-sized businesses grow through SEO and paid advertising strategies. Tianna shares how her decade-plus experience in SEO shaped her decision to launch an agency built around clarity, simplification, and measurable growth — prioritizing high-intent, low-competition keywords and strategic paid campaigns that drive real business results.

    22 min

  8. 4H AGO

    Erik Schmaedeke on Staying Human in a Digital Fitness World

    In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we sit down with Erik Schmaedeke, owner and head coach of CrossFit Salvo, to explore his 15+ year journey in the fitness industry. Erik shares how he transitioned from a finance career during the 2008 financial crisis into personal training, eventually opening a CrossFit gym rooted in community, human connection, and long-term lifestyle transformation. Throughout the conversation, Erik breaks down his in-person training model, youth athletic development programs, and online nutrition coaching, while reflecting on the realities of running a gym through industry shifts, personal challenges, and team changes. He opens up about leadership, delegation, and the importance of returning to fundamentals—both in fitness and business—highlighting his focus on delivering deeper value to members rather than chasing scale at all costs.

    22 min
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Founders Future Podcast | Powered by Closers.ioJoin us on a journey through the world of entrepreneurship and business growth with the Founders Future podcast, powered by Closers.io. Each episode features an in-depth, one-on-one interview with a visionary founder, exploring their unique path to success and strategies for future expansion.What to ExpectIn each 25-minute episode, we dive deep into two key areas:1. The Founding Journey (10-12 minutes)   - Discover the inspiration behind groundbreaking companies   - Explore pivotal moments and challenges faced by founders   - Uncover valuable lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship2. Future Growth Plans (10-12 minutes)   - Gain insights into winning business strategies   - Learn about innovative approaches to client acquisition and expansion   - Get a glimpse into the future of various industries from those shaping themWhy Listen?- Hear firsthand accounts of entrepreneurial triumphs and tribulations- Gain practical advice for overcoming common business challenges- Stay ahead of industry trends and future market shifts- Learn from diverse perspectives on work-life balance and leadership- Get inspired by the visions and strategies of successful foundersWhether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply curious about the world of business, the Founders Future podcast offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking to drive growth and innovation in their field.Tune in to Founders Future, powered by Closers.io, and join us on a journey of discovery, learning, and inspiration from the brightest minds in the business world.Available on all major podcasting platforms.---Brought to you by Closers.io - Revolutionizing revenue growth for B2B companies through innovative sales solutions and our groundbreaking STA (Sales Team Augmentation) program.Learn more at www.closers.io

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  • Creator
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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2K
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Founders Future
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