96 episodes
Presentation Hell James Ontra & AlexAnndra Ontra
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5.0 • 24 Ratings
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Have you ever felt like poking your eyes with needles when creating a slide deck? Felt humiliated and deflated after given an important presentation. Or maybe just embarrassed in front of your family and friends because you’re great story fell flat? No one was paying attention.
Then you’ve been to Presentation Hell.
Post pandemic, we are all making more presentations online than ever before. So, we need new, better skills to raise our presentation game. And, since there are fewer opportunities to speak and meet in person, the stakes are higher. We can’t afford to make a mistake, fall on our face and lose that one precious opportunity to make a 5 star impression.
Even from our phones, we are carrying social media posts, pictures, videos, documents everywhere we go. Every time we pull out our phone to show and tell, we are giving a presentation. It’s another chance to make a great impression. All the world is a stage. All the world is a presentation.
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Never Take Marble For Granite pt. 2, Featuring Alexander Zambrano
Episode #96 features Alexander Zambrano, owner of Fabrizio & Sons Marble and Granite Restoration Inc. Fabrizio & Sons is a family-owned business that has been operational since 1999, specializing in the restoration of all types of natural stone countertops, walls, and floors. Alexander's father, Fabrizio, was featured on Presentation Hell episode #48 back in May 2023.
Listen to James Ontra and Alexander Zambrano as they delve into the world of natural stone restoration from a professional's perspective. Alexander, a distinguished member of Tampa Club's 40 Under 40, brings his dedication to quality and craftsmanship to the episode.
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From Strategy to Execution: Taylor Villegas and the Evolution of Twelve Tables
Episode #95 featuring Taylor Villegas, founder of Twelve Tables, a next-gen consulting firm fostering collaborations among independent creators and agencies, Taylor brings a unique perspective to problem-solving and strategy execution. Taylors entrepreneurial journey also includes being an active partner of Sunny Collabs, a content-first agency headquartered out of Tampa, Florida - with an impressive portfolio spanning Whiteclaw, Greenlane, Carrabbas, Pinch-a-Penny Pools, and Next Level Brand.
With over a decade of experience, Taylor is a sought-after business strategist, challenging the narrative around constant stress as a precursor to success. Active in community service and mentorship, Taylor is dedicated to inspiring a balanced approach to success in the business landscape.
Tune in with James Ontra and Taylor Villages to and learn how Taylor's career journey has led her to be where she is today! -
From Vet to Visionary: Pet Harmony’s Story, Featuring Azza Diasti-Kennedy
Episode #94 features Azza Diasti-Kennedy, the Founder & CEO of Pet Harmony. Pet Harmony is a platform for pet owners that offers immediate online access to expert veterinary care. After experiencing the stress of being a vet and witnessing firsthand the nonstop need for veterinary care, Azza built a platform to provide peace of mind for the world's pet owners. With over two decades of veterinary experience, Azza believes in more than just curing ailments; she envisions a world where caregivers, especially women, feel valued and empowered.
Listen to AlexAnndra Ontra and Azza Diasti Kennedy talk about how Azza’s passion for fostering harmony between pets and their human companions led to the creation of Pet Harmony.
This Podcast is Sponsored By Shufflrr. www.Shufflrr.com is AI for Presentations. -
Innovating the Heart of the Home: Featuring Kitchenery’s Akshay Bhuva & Andrew Collier
Episode #93 featuring CEO Akshay Bhuva and CRO Andrew Collier of Kitchenery. Both are Co-founders of the company. Kitchenery is a Stanley + Techstars wireless kitchen appliance company with a mission of revolutionizing the kitchen space by eliminating the constraints of traditional cooking environments.
Join James Ontra, Andrew Collier, and Akshay Bhuva as they discuss the remarkable progress Kitchenery has made since Andrew's last appearance on Presentation Hell in Episode #39. With a live product demonstration, discover how Kitchenery is still leading the way in kitchen technology and innovation.
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Revolutionizing Reminders: The Two’s Story with Joe Steilberg & Parker Klein
Episode #92 featuring Joe Steilberg & Parker Klein, Founders of Twos. Twos is your all-in-one hub for notes, reminders, events, ideas, and more. The idea of forgetting things before you’re able to write them down is what birthed Two’s into the go to platform to keep you organized.
Listen to James Ontra & the founders Joe and Parker talk about what gave them this idea and what made Two’s valuable enough to receive 1.7 million dollars in funding from Tampa Bay Ventures.
This Podcast is Sponsored By Shufflrr, www.Shufflrr.com is AI for Presentations -
Unlocking Brand Potential, Featuring Kim Jursa
Episode #91 features Kim Jursa, a Strategy Consultant for High Growth Brands. With a 20-year career in branding, Kim brings expertise from 10 years with Fortune 500 companies and another 10 years in NYC agency experience. Throughout her career, she has assisted growth stage businesses in raising VC funding, helped innovative brands reach the $1 billion mark, and transformed local causes into global commitments backed by millions of dollars.
Tune in to hear AlexAnndra Ontra and Kim Jursa discuss how you can shape your brand for success and discover what sets beloved brands apart from the competition.
This Podcast is Sponsored By Shufflrr, www.Shufflrr.com is AI for Presentations
Customer Reviews
Great Host!
James is a fantastic host who thinks of his audience and what they need and value. I loved being a guest on his show, and have listened to several episodes to know this just wasn’t my experience. Thanks so much, James! - Erin Diehl, The improve it! podcast
Always a powerful
I've been listening for almost a Month now. This podcast is the most recent. I was very convicted to do the activity of writing out what I would want those closest to me to say at my funeral. Then it hit me. It's not just hoping what I want them to say,but realizing what I am doing now to influence them so that what they say is not just my hope but a reality.
So many gems
Don’t know how I didn’t find this sooner!