Behind the Founders

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Behind the Founders is where we breakdown how founders actually run their businesses. from hiring to scaling and hard decisions. Produced by Cherry Assistant.

  1. 4d ago

    He Left Engineering. Moved To Colombia. Started Over.

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 17: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Kavian Spells (https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-spells/) about his journey from engineering to digital entrepreneurship, transition to Colombia, the importance of strategy, branding, and leveraging AI in building a successful online business. --- Kavian Spells, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, has spent the last decade in engineering and financial technology. His journey into entrepreneurship started with a desire for personal growth and new challenges. Moving to Colombia six months ago, Kavian decided to channel his skills and experiences into creating Kaveman Digital, a website building agency helping small enterprises thrive online. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Kavian's background08:40 Kaveman Digital and its Mission10:05 The importance of strategy and branding in web design12:46 Client experience and target markets21:18 Business growth plans and team building24:44 Thoughts on AI and its impact on business--  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    28 min

  2. Jul 3

    She Lost Everything. Then She Rebuilt Careers for Thousands.

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 16: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Jan Barlow (https://www.linkedin.com/in/janbarlow/) about  how her holistic approach helps marginalized groups, including veterans, foster care alumni, and formerly incarcerated individuals, find meaningful employment and purpose. --- Jan Barlow founded Better JobFit with a mission that stemmed from her own tumultuous career journey. After rising to success in the pharmaceutical industry, Jan faced an unexpected job restructure that led to personal and professional turmoil. She lost her home, her health, and her marriage, prompting her to reevaluate her path and ultimately inspire her to create Better JobFit.  --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview00:33 Jan’s Origin Story and the Creation of Better Job Fit06:07 Matching People by Strengths, Not Background10:14 Custom Job Matching and Employer Trust27:52 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Taking the Risk--  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    27 min

  3. Jul 1

    He Quit Corporate for $14/ Hour...Then Built A Thriving Laundry Business

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 15: Ben Deckey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-deckey/) talks to Ayad Mirjan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayadmirjan/) about  his journey of building Orange Bag Laundry from a residential service to a nationwide B2B logistics and laundry company. They discuss insights on automation, hiring, scaling, and maintaining quality in a competitive industry. --- Ayad Mirjan is the owner of Orange Bag Laundry, which he founded in 2019, although his journey in the laundry industry began in 2017. Initially starting as a residential laundry service, Ayad’s business has pivoted to focus predominantly on commercial laundry services, catering to hotels, spas, and gyms across the United States. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background05:24 Investing in automation and scaling operations07:42 Hiring and team management strategies13:54 Automation and AI in laundry processing17:33 Growth plans and national expansion22:14 Work-life balance and personal insights--  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    26 min

  4. Jun 30

    Revolutionizing Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Cornel's Journey

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 14: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Cornel Armariei (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelamariei/) about  revolutionizing mobility for the visually impaired through advanced AI and robotics. --- Cornell's journey to founding .Lumen began in a family where everyone except him lived with a disability. Growing up, he developed a deep understanding of the daily mobility challenges faced by people who are blind, inspiring him to build a more accessible alternative to guide dogs. Today, .Lumen has developed AI-powered smart glasses that use self-driving technology and haptic feedback to help users safely navigate their surroundings. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview05:31 Personal Journey and Family Inspiration08:00 Innovative Solutions for the Visually Impaired10:36Team Structure and Collaboration13:21 Challenges and Resilience in Entrepreneurship16:02 The Role of AI in Business21:13 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs--  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    24 min

  5. Jun 29

    The Hospital Failed His Brother. So He Built AI to Save Lives.

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 13: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Sailesh Pattnaik (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saileshpattnaik/) about his  journey from personal tragedy to healthcare innovation with AI, the challenges of building AI solutions in healthcare, team setup, and future plans for global expansion. --- After losing his brother to hospital negligence during COVID-19, Sailesh Pattnaik founded RxGPT, an AI platform helping hospitals reduce operational failures and save lives. Today, he leads the company's vision to transform healthcare with AI while advising startups on growth, go-to-market strategy, and digital transformation. With more than 20 years of experience and over 300 startups consulted, he's helping shape the future of AI-powered healthcare. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview05:30 How RxGPT Helps Hospitals Reduce Operational Inefficiencies09:00 Using AI to Solve Healthcare Operations Challenges15:18 Biggest operational challenges25:52 Building RxGPT to Save Lives31:35 Founder Insights: Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs--  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    32 min

  6. Jun 25

    9-5 recruiter and Youtuber manages a coaching business while rebuilding after a layoff

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 12: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Dellyn Lee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dellyn-lee/) about his journey from in-house recruiting to building his own brand, Dylan Digital, blending gaming and career coaching,  innovative strategies for job hunting, the role of AI, and how to balance multiple ventures effectively. --- Dellyn Lee is a recruiter with 10+ years of experience who blends career coaching with gaming-inspired content to make job hunting more engaging and practical. He runs a solo coaching business focused on resumes, LinkedIn optimization, interview prep, and job search strategy, while also creating YouTube content, live streams, and digital products. Beyond that, he volunteers in recruiting and gaming-related spaces, and works full-time in recruiting, giving him a broad, hands-on view of the job market. His overall mission is to help job seekers level up their careers in a tough market by making the process more accessible, educational, and human. --- Chapters 00:00 Dylan Digital: Merging Gaming with Job Hunting06:58 Navigating the Job Market Challenges09:47 The Role of AI in Recruitment18:17 Future of Job Hunting and Networking32:41 Job Search Strategies and Motivation36:34 Taking the Leap: Starting Your Own Business --  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    39 min

  7. Jun 22

    How Losing Her Job Led to Building a Global Women's Community

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 11: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Liz Rivas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivaselizabeth/) about building meaningful connections in a digital world, overcoming loneliness through community, and turning a personal challenge into a global platform for women travelers. --- Liz Rivas is the Founder and CEO of RoamCircle, a women-first community and friendship app designed to help solo female travelers, digital nomads, expats, and remote workers find authentic friendships and safe communities around the world. Inspired by her own experiences traveling alone across 13 countries, Liz created RoamCircle to help women connect, belong, and build lasting relationships wherever life takes them. Before launching RoamCircle, she spent over a decade leading enterprise marketing initiatives for global technology companies and is passionate about empowering women through travel, friendship, and community. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction to RoamCircle and Its Purpose09:37 How RoamCircle Works and Its Features15:06 AI's Impact on Human Connection and Community16:31 The Power of Vulnerability in Content Creation25:07 Building a Supportive Team29:21 Future Goals for RoamCircle --  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    35 min

  8. Jun 16

    How One Founder Built a Business Across Continents

    Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com Episode 10: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Brendan Lebitsch (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanlebitsch/) about his entrepreneurial journey, insights into manufacturing and sourcing in China, and how AI tools are transforming his business operations. --- Brendan Lebitsch founded High Life Tech at just 18 years old, starting with custom phone cases that allowed customers to print their designs. Over time, the company evolved, expanding its product range to include keychains, lanyards, and more. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Brendan Lebitsch and His Ventures07:57 Operational Challenges in Merchandise Development09:49 Leveraging Technology and AI for Efficiency18:21 The Role of AI in Business and Creativity21:36 Rebranding to Off Menu: The New Direction24:06 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs --  Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

    27 min
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Behind the Founders is where we breakdown how founders actually run their businesses. from hiring to scaling and hard decisions. Produced by Cherry Assistant.

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