Chicago Business Podcast

Drew Sikula
Chicago Business Podcast

Interviews and discussion whereby leading executives share perspectives on their journeys, current business initiatives, and the pace of innovation

  1. 09/07/2021

    #35 - Neil DeGuia, Complex General Manager, Aimbridge Hospitality

    It's an exciting time to be opening two Hilton branded hotels simultaneously with Canopy Chicago Central Loop and Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop. Neil DeGuia, Complex General Manager with Aimbridge Hospitality, discusses the challenges and opportunities for businesses getting started today. Please enjoy this episode of Chicago Business Podcast, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn!! #builtinchicago #chicagohospitality Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-deguia-63681ba3/ Guest Website: https://www.aimbridgehospitality.com/ Hotels' Websites: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chijbpy-canopy-chicago-central-loop/ and https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chiwjgi-hilton-garden-inn-chicago-central-loop/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AimbridgeHospitality/ Hotels' Facebooks: https://www.facebook.com/canopychiloop/ and https://www.facebook.com/hgichiloop/ Hotels' Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/canopychiloop/ and https://www.instagram.com/hgichiloop/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/AimHosp/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chicago-business-podcast/id1501402654 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7MjGzdY6FrWZ87apbRusUP?si=14p2hpj0Sj-D5MLsNMWIFw&dl_branch=1 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lN2MxMDEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiwmpDZ3rjyAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAg

    31 min
  2. #34 - Tyler Masterson, Co-founder and CEO, TrueRoll

    08/17/2021

    #34 - Tyler Masterson, Co-founder and CEO, TrueRoll

    Ramping up TrueRoll during the pandemic has been an exciting challenge for Co-founder and CEO Tyler Masterson. Having raised VC funds via Zoom, his business is rapidly expanding during these volatile times as they help improve equity in the property tax rolls. Hear his story on today's Chicago Business Podcast! Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn!! #builtinchicago​ #startupgrind #homesteadexemption Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylermasterson/ Guest Website: https://trueroll.io/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaxDataRight/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrueRollTyler/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chicago-business-podcast/id1501402654 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7MjGzdY6FrWZ87apbRusUP?si=14p2hpj0Sj-D5MLsNMWIFw&dl_branch=1 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lN2MxMDEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiwmpDZ3rjyAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAg

    33 min
  3. #33 - Doug DuMars, CEO and Co-founder, Rebellious Beverage Company

    07/27/2021

    #33 - Doug DuMars, CEO and Co-founder, Rebellious Beverage Company

    Launching a new beverage company is a difficult venture, but that has not stopped Doug DuMars from working to disrupt the industry with Rebellious Beverage Company and their organic liquid refreshers that contain more than 300mg of antioxidants, zero carbs, zero calories, and zero sugar. Hear how Doug has leveraged his experience with PepsiCo and Kraft Heinz to bring his product to market. Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn! #madeinchicago #antioxidants #startupgrind Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougdumars/ Guest Website: https://drinkrebellious.com/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkrebellious/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrinkRebellious/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

    32 min
  4. #32 - Gershie Vann, Founder & CEO, Magma Capital Funds

    07/06/2021

    #32 - Gershie Vann, Founder & CEO, Magma Capital Funds

    Starting a hedge fund during a pandemic has not been easy, but Magma Capital Funds' Founder and CEO Gershie Vann has persevered and is putting the pieces together to build something special. Hear his story on today's Episode #32!   Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn!!   #builtinchicago​ #hedgefundstarts  Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gershie-vann-b8754189/ and https://www.linkedin.com/company/magma-capital-funds/ Guest Website: https://magmacapitalfunds.com/ Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obsidianbymagma/  Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

    29 min
  5. #31 - Dr. Gerald Horn, CEO & Co-founder, Breinfuel

    06/14/2021

    #31 - Dr. Gerald Horn, CEO & Co-founder, Breinfuel

    Moonlighting following days of Lasik surgery, Dr. Gerald Horn developed and launched a new product in an extremely competitive market, the caffeinated beverage space. Learn how Breinfuel is that and so much more in today's episode of Chicago Business Podcast. Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn! #madeinchicago #focusmatters #breinfuel Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldhornmd/ Guest Website: https://breinfuel.com/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breinfuel/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/Breinfuel/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

    56 min
  6. #30 - Dr. Margo Jacquot, Founder & Chief Care Officer, The Juniper Center

    05/25/2021

    #30 - Dr. Margo Jacquot, Founder & Chief Care Officer, The Juniper Center

    In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, today we welcome the person responsible for the creation and development of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices across Chicagoland, with over 40 clinicians at 5 locations, plus statewide with teletherapy. Hear how Dr. Jacquot has followed her passion to create a business focused on helping others. Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn! #builtinchicago #mentalhealthmatters Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margo-jacquot/ Guest Website: https://www.thejunipercenter.com/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJuniperCenter/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuniperCenter/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

    26 min
  7. #29 - Dr. AJ Acierno, CEO & Co-founder, DecisionOne Dental Partners

    05/04/2021

    #29 - Dr. AJ Acierno, CEO & Co-founder, DecisionOne Dental Partners

    The CEO and Co-founder of DecisionOne Dental Partners, Dr. AJ Acierno, joins us to discuss consolidation in the industry and the growing role of dental support organizations. Listen to hear how the business in innovating to thrive in an ever more competitive world. Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn! #builtinchicago #dentistrymatters Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alan-acierno-55677138/ Guest Website: https://www.decisiononedental.com/ Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisiononedentalpartners/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/d1dental/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

    46 min
  8. #28 - Larry Fisher, CEO, Rise Interactive

    04/19/2021

    #28 - Larry Fisher, CEO, Rise Interactive

    Specializing in digital media, analytics, and customer experience, Larry Fisher leads Rise Interactive, an award winning performance marketing agency. Hear about his journey and where the business is focused, looking ahead.   Please enjoy, subscribe on your favorite podcast services and YouTube, like on Facebook, and follow on LinkedIn!   #builtinchicago #digitalmarketing #analytics #CX Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-fisher-0bb4564/  Guest Website: https://www.riseinteractive.com/  Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riseinteractive/  Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riseinteractive/  Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/RiseInteractive   Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/ Chicago Business Podcast Website: http://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/R5GtEJhBcKE Facebook: https://fb.watch/4Zv-v4N3tH/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6789973112931827712 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chicago-business-podcast/id1501402654 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UGvwDMZMfe3UlkPqUQrDG Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9lN2MxMDEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz/episode/ZmRiYTM1ZTItNmI0MS00ODg3LTllM2QtNTg2OGU0ZjIzZGEy?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwiI46DD9IrwAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/e7c1010/podcast/rss

    33 min
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Interviews and discussion whereby leading executives share perspectives on their journeys, current business initiatives, and the pace of innovation

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  • Creator
    Drew Sikula
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Drew Sikula
  • Show Website
    Chicago Business Podcast

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