In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with visionary DeFi innovator Martin Froehler, founder and CEO of Morpher, a blockchain-based trading platform revolutionizing how people invest. Martin shares how his background as a hedge fund quant inspired him to break the barriers of traditional finance by creating a system where users can trade […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak to change agent and coach Evan Unger about how meetings can either make or break your startup’s culture. Evan reveals how most meetings are shockingly inefficient and how that wasted time impacts leadership, productivity, and team morale. He shares practical tools to transform your meetings from […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with entrepreneur, investor, and Evolution Co-Founder Alex Chompff about redefining venture capital through ethics, inclusion, and long-term impact. From his early days in the military to his time at Kleiner Perkins during the dot-com boom, Alex shares the lessons that shaped his values as a founder […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Ali Hafizji, CEO of Wednesday Solutions and an engineer-turned-entrepreneur, about smarter ways to move from MVP to product-market fit without burning out or burning cash. Ali shares insights from building software that handles over a billion customer requests per hour and supporting 10% of India’s […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with business strategist and mentor Israel Duran about how entrepreneurs can scale their business using speaking, social media, and online platforms. Israel shares how to turn your message into money by getting booked on stages, building a strong personal brand, and standing out in a crowded […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO I sit down with Paul Scribner, the visionary CEO of Raven Resources Corp whose innovative investment acumen is transforming how business deals are made. Scribner reveals the transformational business approaches that have helped partners multiply their facilities sixfold and increase revenue seven-X. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with relentless legal trailblazer Lem Garcia, who turned just a few thousand dollars and a Craigslist desk into one of Southern California’s top personal injury law firms. Lem shares his journey of betting on himself, overcoming setbacks, and proving that success isn’t about where you start […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with independent compensation consultant Scott Trumpolt about growth-driven compensation strategies for startups and business leaders. We explore how a company’s compensation philosophy impacts its success and evolves over time, highlighting the importance of building flexibility into pay structures. Scott shares insights on market-based pay, the balance […]
Listen to this article here: Every entrepreneur dreads the thought of failure. Not just small mistakes you can bounce back from, but the kind of failure that kills startups, wipes out bank accounts, and sends founders back to the drawing board wondering what went wrong. You’ve probably heard the statistic — 90% of startups fail. But that […]
Is AI going to replace entrepreneurs, or is it the ultimate tool for success? In this episode of Future Tech, I break down the impact of AI on business, exploring whether it’s a threat or an opportunity. From automating tasks to optimizing marketing and even generating business ideas, AI is transforming how we work. But […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with hospitality entrepreneur and belonging expert Dan Berger about the true meaning of belonging and its impact inside and outside the workplace. Dan shares insights from his book The Quest, where he explores the psychology of belonging and provides a framework for building it intentionally. We […]
In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Robert McMillan, founder of Camping.Tools, about crafting value for both B2C and B2B customers in the digital age. We explore the challenges startups face when creating the perfect customer pitch and the importance of identifying market pain points to deliver meaningful solutions. Robert shares insights […]