En Factor Podcast Rebecca White

Welcome to the En Factor.  I’m Rebecca White and I am pleased you have joined us today to hear another story of entrepreneurial perseverance.  As the Co-Founder/Co-CEO of BIGGBY® COFFEE, the third-largest coffee franchise in the US, Mike McFall has amassed an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience in building a purpose-driven and sustainable business. In our conversation, Mike shares his personal philosophy of entrepreneurial leadership and the pathway he and his company have taken to cultivate a nurturing work environment that empowers individuals to thrive and adapt in the face of challenges.  

Trey Taylor is an expert at strategic planning for C-suit leaders and the author of his new best-selling book titled A CEO Only Does Three Things. Trey has over 20 years of experience with practical knowledge, training, and consulting with some of the world’s largest companies. He has experience working in numerous industries such as insurance, finance and technology. Hundreds of CEOs have used Trey’s methods to create fulfilling, efficient, and professional work lives

Welcome back to the En Factor podcast! I’m Rebecca White and today I am joined by Mario Peshev, a serial tech entrepreneur who is having a global impact from his home country of Bulgaria. Currently, at the helm of both Rush.app and DevriX, he's proving how strategic time management can shape the entrepreneurial landscape.
But Mario isn't just building businesses - he's giving back by educating and coaching entrepreneurs. Through Growth Shuttle advisory and opportunities for aspiring tech wizards, he's shaping the future of tech one mind at a time. We're excited to talk with him about what's next in tech, and how a savvy entrepreneur makes the most of their time. So, let's dive right in and hear from Mario!

Today’s podcast features Allen Clary, entrepreneurship educator and co-founder and director of investor relations at the Tampa Bay WaVE, which is an entrepreneurial hub for tech companies to build, launch and grow their businesses. In this episode, Allen grants us access to some of the invaluable concepts in his new book Quit to Start: How to Discover Your Best Idea, Gain the Confidence, and Plan Your Escape. Please enjoy this exciting conversation with Allen Clary.

My guest on today’s episode of the En Factor is real estate developer, founder and CEO of Fuse Family Ventures, and serial entrepreneur Myles Sherman. Myles began his entrepreneurial journey at the age of 24 with $5000 and a pickup truck.  Since then he has assisted in founding the Houston Entrepreneurial Organization (EO), is the founder and BOD member of Bank of Houston, and Keystone Bank, and has amassed hundreds of construction and development projects over the last 40 years. Myles is currently looking forward to his newest (and biggest) endeavor. A ski-in/ski-out development located in steamboat springs Colorado, called The Astrid. Let’s get started on our conversation with master entrepreneur, Myles Sherman. 

Jeff is the Co-Founder of Next Level Brands Hospitality, and also the Co-Founder of Forbici Modern Italian restaurant. If you are in Tampa Bay area, you must have surely heard of the food and service of Forbici.
Jeff Gigante is a Florida native, has successfully developed a diverse collection of restaurant concepts, for 25 years, by earning a reputation for hospitality, community involvement, and philanthropy.
Apart from being in the Hospitality industry, Jeff is also a Partner at Train Up First, Grand Theming Studios and Human Media Group. Jeff served as a Co-Founder to the well-known Ciccio Restaurant Group for 25+ years in Tampa until October 2020.