The DZ Connection

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This podcast dives into the real stories behind the world’s most successful entrepreneurs — from millionaires to billionaires. We explore how they started their businesses, why they took the leap, and the defining moments that shaped their journeys.   Each episode uncovers who mentored them, the lessons they learned along the way, and the powerful advice they’d share with the next generation of dreamers, leaders, and innovators. Dayna Zola CEO and Founder DZ Events LLC President BSH/Digitas Alumni Events Sharon, MA 02067 617-877-7797 www.dzeventsllc.com

Episodes

  1. 12/03/2025

    Flying High with Nicky Stone: World Olympic Champion & Aerial Legend

    Dayna interviews Nikki Stone, an Olympic Gold Medalist in aerial skiing. Nikki shares her journey from being a young gymnast to overcoming a devastating back injury that almost ended her career. She discusses the philosophy of the 'turtle effect' taught by her parents, which emphasizes being soft on the inside, having a hard shell, and sticking one's neck out to succeed. She describes in detail the challenges she faced during her injury, the support from her parents and mentors, and the mindset that kept her focused on her Olympic dreams. Nikki also talks about her experiences at the Olympics, the emotional moment of winning the gold medal, and how she uses her story to inspire others through public speaking and her book 'When Turtles Fly.'   Topics 00:28 Meet Nikki Stone: From Gymnast to Olympic Gold Medalist 01:25 Overcoming Adversity: Nikki's Injury and Recovery 04:12 The Road to Olympic Gold 06:10 The Power of Support and Mentorship 07:23 Mindset and Focus: Keys to Success 08:49 The Moment of Victory 12:05 Life After the Olympics 13:55 When Turtles Fly: Nikki's Book and Philosophy 15:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    16 min

  2. 11/05/2025

    Insights from Success: Michael Bronner on Entrepreneurship, Risks, and Building Billion-Dollar Companies

    In the inaugural episode of the DZ Connection Podcast, host Dayna Zola sits down with Michael Bronner, a successful entrepreneur and founder of companies like Digitas North America, UnReal Candy, and uPromise. Michael shares his journey from a college student with financial constraints to creating billion-dollar companies, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, confidence, and caring for people. He discusses the importance of being naive, taking risks, and continually striving for excellence. Michael also reflects on how he started UnReal Candy driven by his children's questions and his dedication to health. The episode also touches on Michael's close friendship with Tom Brady and his thoughts on leaving a legacy focused on values and caring for others.   Topics 00:38 Meet Michael Bronner: Entrepreneurial Journey 04:22 The Birth of Digitas 07:40 Navigating Risks and Challenges 11:39 Building Strong Teams and Company Culture 19:10 The Story Behind Unreal Candy 23:40 Friendship with Tom Brady 27:01 Legacy and Final Thoughts

    28 min
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This podcast dives into the real stories behind the world’s most successful entrepreneurs — from millionaires to billionaires. We explore how they started their businesses, why they took the leap, and the defining moments that shaped their journeys.   Each episode uncovers who mentored them, the lessons they learned along the way, and the powerful advice they’d share with the next generation of dreamers, leaders, and innovators. Dayna Zola CEO and Founder DZ Events LLC President BSH/Digitas Alumni Events Sharon, MA 02067 617-877-7797 www.dzeventsllc.com

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