Award-winning journalist Dennis Kneale is a self-described provocateur, who has spent 25 years afflicting the comfortable and comforting the afflicted. Most recently, Dennis was an anchor and senior correspondent on Fox Business. Before that, he worked at CNBC, was managing editor at Forbes, and a senior editor at The Wall Street Journal. Now Denni…

Most of what conventional financial planners tell entrepreneurs about how to grow and protect their wealth is crap. Okay, so that's not a very polite thing to say. But it's painfully true. Otherwise savvy small business owners can be totally stupid when it comes to trusting their money and investment strategies to others. That is a sermon that Garr…

Shane DeRolf, guest on this portion of Business Unconventional, is an eleven-time Emmy Award winning writer, producer, director, narrator, and composer. He is best known for his child and parent-centered content, most notably the children’s television series Zazoo U, The Crayon Box (based on his popular children’s book, The Crayon Box That Talked),…

This week's entire broadcast is anchored by Dean Rotbart from the campus of Red Rocks Community College, where Dean attended the GrowthClub small business workshop presented by ActionCoach-Team Empowerment. Holding down the fort in the 710 KNUS AM studios is co-host David Biondo. Segment One: Dean Rotbart, co-host, Business Unconventional, joins wi…

Rabbi Hillel Goldberg, Doreen Bloch, Homer Hudson Hillis Jr., and Mark Hemmeter are our guests on this week's episode of Business Unconventional, hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart. Hear the full broadcast now. Segment One: Rabbi Hillel Goldberg, executive editor, Intermountain Jewish News, which soon will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Part…

CEO Space, Noodles & Company, and Chick-fil-A are among the companies we discuss on this week's episode of Business Unconventional, hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart. Hear the full broadcast now. Segment One: David Biondo and Dean Rotbart are joined by Homer Hudson Hillis, Jr. - Certified Entrepreneur #1 - in a conversation about the fallout …

Featuring: Dr. William Lee, author and practicing physician specializing in age management and functional medicine; and Sue Lee, author and CEO, EQ Media Hosts: David Biondo and Dean Rotbart Photo: Dr. William and Sue Lee Orginal Broadcast: June 17, 2012

Featuring: Michael Pytel, Co-Founder, Nimbl; Jaime Gomez, COO, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority; and Rob Rose, Engagement Manager, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Hosts: David Biondo and Dean Rotbart Photo: Michael Pytel, Nimbl Orginal Broadcast: June 17, 2012

Featuring: R. Nelson Nash, Author and Creator, Infinite Banker – Building Your Warehouse of Wealth (Part 2) Hosts: David Biondo and Dean Rotbart Photo: R. Nelson Nash Orginal Broadcast: June 17, 2012

Featuring: R. Nelson Nash, Author and Creator, Infinite Banker – Building Your Warehouse of Wealth (Part 1) Hosts: David Biondo and Dean Rotbart Photo: R. Nelson Nash Orginal Broadcast: June 17, 2012

Greg Farrell, author and influential reporter for Bloomberg News, makes a surprise visit to share with listeners some of the best advice he ever received from Roy H. Williams, author of the new book, Pendulum. Roy is the sole guest on this week's edition of Business Unconventional, where he shares the insights and experiences that have drawn thousa…

Roy H. Williams points to Wisconsin's largest diamond and diamond engagement ring jeweler, Kesslers Diamonds, as an example of a company that caught the Pendulum at the right time and really succeeded from understanding how the Pendulum operates. Kesslers Diamonds is owned by Richard Kessler. This is Part Three of Four. Roy advises listeners and re…

Like a metronome on top of a piano, society has followed predictable cycles dating back at least 3,000 years. In his new book, Pendulum, bestselling author Roy H. Williams spells out the "We" and the "Me" zeniths and everything that falls between them. On this segment, Roy, the sole guest on this week's edition of Business Unconventional, explores …

Meet Roy H. Williams, author, teacher, entrepreneur, philanthropist and modern-day philosopher. Roy is the sole guest on this week's edition of Business Unconventional, where he shares the insights and experiences that have drawn thousands of successful business owners and entrepreneurs to beat a path to his door at The Wizard Academy in Austin, Te…

Ellen Rohr concludes her live Bare Bones Biz webinar featuring co-hosts Dean Rotbart and David Biondo. This week Dean and David joined Ellen for an online question-and-answer webinar, hosted by Ellen’s consulting, publishing and venture capital company. On this segment - #3 of 3 - a live member of Ellen’s webinar audience calls in to share his "Buz…

Give customers and prospects compelling reasons to remember your name – or that of your business. That is a core message of this week’s program, which was recorded during a live webinar organized by Ellen Rohr, a B. Unconventional contributor, and owner of Bare Bones Biz. Business Unconventional co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart joined Ellen a…

Co-Host Dean Rotbart shares his insights on how business owners can use their wits and guts to gain attention – and new business – without having to shell out big time marketing and advertising dollars. Dean’s ‘Buzz Snatching’ workshops have helped hundreds of business owners leverage their marketing dollars, by generating loads and loads of free p…

On National Cancer Survivors Day, co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart, highlight a fundraising event for the AMC Cancer Fund being held June 3, 2012, at Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie in Centennial, Colorado. Biondo and Rotbart also welcome High Plateau Truss as a new sponsor to Business Unconventional. Owner John Peer has been a previous guest…

Ted Speir, co-owner of All About Cabinets & Countertops in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, joins us to continue our exploration of “The Business of Home Improvement.” When upgrading kitchens or bathrooms, Speir says it is important that homeowners remember not to overspend. “What we try to do is tailor budgets based off of your home’s value,” he explains. S…

Platte River Networks is the second of six winners of the 2012 Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards to be featured as part of Business Unconventional’s media partnership with the Chamber. PRN was this year’s recipient of the Chamber’s Small Business of the Year award. David DeCamillis, business development director at Platte River…

John Peer, owner of High Plateau Truss, says that earning his customers trust has been one of the main ingredients that has allowed his Commerce City, Colorado-based business to weather the economic slump that has plagued the construction and remodeling industry since 2008. “We don’t take our responsibility lightly,” Peer tells co-hosts David Biond…

There is good money to be made helping homeowners spruce up their homes and boost their property values. This week Business Unconventional examines ‘The Business of Home Improvement.’ Our first guest is John Peer, owner of High Plateau Truss, which has been serving satisfied contractors, builders and homeowners for more than 20 years. Peer, who acq…

Dr. James Ehrlich, a nationally renowned preventative medicine expert based in Denver, leads a discussion with three distinguished guests: Dr. Suren Dutia, senior fellow at the Kauffman Foundation and the Skandalaris Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at the Washington University in St. Louis; Richard Miles, vice president of the Cade Museum, and f…

Environmental Learning for Kids (ELK) is the first of six winners of the 2012 Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards to be featured as part of Business Unconventional’s media partnership with the Chamber. ELK was this year’s recipent of the Chamber’s Small Non-Profit of the Year award. Stacie Gilmore, executive director of ELK, join…

Craig Piper, President and CEO of The Denver Zoo, discusses the many new trails that the Zoo is forging in environmental education and sustainability, thanks to support from Denver taxpayers, nonprofit foundations and area businesses. Joining Mr. Piper are two Toyota dealers - Timothy Van Binsbergen of Mountain States Toyota and Brion Stapp of Stap…

Celebrating the wonderful community contributions from a variety of local and national businesses and nonprofits, Business Unconventional dedicates each of its segments this week to the topic. Those highlighted include: The Denver Zoo; Denver-area Toyota dealers; the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce; Sam’s Club; Environmental Learning for Kids; and…

Dr. Arlen D. Meyers, founder of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs, returns to Business Unconventional to discuss his forthcoming book, The Life Science Innovation Roadmap: Getting Your Ideas to Market. Dr. Meyers was first a guest on our February 12, 2012 program. In the words of one of B. Unconventional's producers, "Dr. Meyers may very well …

Lynn Bronikowski, head of communications for The Denver Hospice and spokesperson for The 2012 Mask Project, discusses the history of the every-other-year fundraiser and the ways in which area businesses participate. The Mask Project is one of the most innovative - and successful - charity fundraisers held in Colorado. Begun in 1998, it has already …

Alicia Vargo, owner of Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie and Pampered Passions Care Wear Boutique, continues her conversation about serving the breast cancer survivor marketplace and her commitment to supporting cancer-related charities. Among the multiple charities that Alicia supports are the American Cancer Society and the AMC Cancer Fund. Since A…

Business Unconventional welcomed Alicia Vargo back to our studios this week to discuss the important work that she and her team at Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie have been engaged in: retailing care wear for breast cancer survivors and other women following surgery. Since Alicia appeared as a guest on our Valentine’s Day edition, she has opened he…

Since it first opened its doors in 1986, Bonie Brae Ice Cream has been a summertime “institution” for Coloradoans and their visiting friends and family. Located in the Washington Park neighborhood at 799 S. University Boulevard, the parlor specializes not only in rich, creamy frozen treats, but in service and atmosphere that keeps satisfied custome…

Among the summertime rituals for many Colorado families are the Colorado Symphony’s outdoor performances at City Park, Civic Park and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Anthony Pierce, vice president of artistic administration for the Colorado Symphony, discusses “The Business of Summer Fun” with co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart. The Symphony features a…

It was the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll and summer concerts at Mile High Stadium and Red Rocks Amphitheatre brought some of the greatest groups and individual performers ever to Colorado, including Jimi Hendrix, Led Zepplin, U2, Rolling Stones, Three Dog Night and Creedence Clearwater Revival. The man who made all that possible, Barry Fey, returns t…

Students and faculty from The Denver Academy of Torah are in the studio as Business Unconventional presents its first annual “Business of Summer Fun” special edition. The segment begins with each of the students introducing themselves. Guests include Dr. Juli Kramer and Mrs. Naomi Lev from the high school, and Colorado’s legendary rock concert prod…

Talk about creative marketing vehicles? Business Unconventional’s Homer Hudson Hillis, Jr., Certified Entrepreneur #1, tells us how he used a 1956 red double-decker bus to draw attention to his former retail beads-and-crafts stores, Friendze. Hillis says the bus still has plenty of good miles left on it – for the right, creative entrepreneur. Hilli…

Two veteran advertising strategists discuss the merits of investing in advertising campaigns, including the many non-tangible benefits that create value. Rich Carr, a regular Business Unconventional contributor, heads Carr Knowledge Interactive Marketing & Advertising, Inc., based in Seattle. To read a full profile of Rich, click here. Ric Bender, …

Business owner Jeffery Bolling discusses his approach to Mother’s Day, an important holiday for jeweler’s nationwide, with co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart. Bolling is unusual in that he is not only a full-service retail jeweler, he is also the designer of some of the most popular items sold in his Aurora, Colorado store, Jeffrey B. Jewelers.…

Justin Aller is a stealth (camo-uflaged) marketing genius. Well, actually, he is a pretty conventional State Farm insurance agent who has come up with a very unconventional marketing vehicle: his own Chevy Avalanche. Justin shares with Business Unconventional listeners how he transformed his everyday routine – driving to and fro – into a powerful s…

Business Unconventional regular contributor, Homer Hudson Hillis, Jr., shares his experience using a 1956 double-decker red bus as a rolling billboard for his former retail bead-and-crafts store business, Friendze. Homer is B. Unconventional's Certified Entrepreneur #1. Also joining co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart is Justin Aller, a Lakewood…

Jim Morris, president of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, spoke recently at Impact 2012, a seminar organized by Abilene Christian University. Business Unconventional’s Homer Hudson Hillis, Jr., Certified Entrepreneur #1, was on hand to hear Morris’s remarks and to discover they share a common passion: their dogs. Homer reports that Morris is an exper…

Hear our exclusive interview with Susan and Nick Grillo, co-owners of DOT Marks the Spot. The Grillos discuss Susan's amazing universal marking system, which makes hanging picture frames, shelfs, wall decor, mirrors, TV mounts, etc. a snap! You can also watch Susan demonstrate DOT Marks the Spot on our B. Unconventional YouTube Channel, here. Busin…

Brad Kriser, founder and CEO of Kriser's, the all-natural pet food and supplies chain, shares with B. Unconventional listeners his company's core strategy as well as offers a preview of the chain's brand new outlet - its first in Colorado. Kriser says that he and his team chose the Denver market for expansion after extensive consideration of local …

Robert Blankenship, Chief Operating Officer of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, and Joe Barrows, vice president of private banking at Colorado Business Bank, are in-studio to discuss the 2012 Business Awards Luncheon, scheduled for Friday, April 27, 2012. This marks the the 40th year since the Denver Chamber first instituted the Small Business…

The red carpet will be rolled out on Friday, April 27, 2012 as the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Business Awards Luncheon, including recognition of the Small Business of the Year winner. There are three finalists for this year's honor: GroundFloor Media; Enserca, LLC; and Platte River Networks. Joining us to discuss the Chamber …

Often it costs nothing to create, but an effective customer referral system can deliver huge profits to business owners who are savvy enough to develop and implement them. Business Unconventional’s Homer Hudson Hillis, Jr., Certified Entrepreneur #1, explains the importance of lead generation and referrals and offers a few examples of how to do the…

Lauren E. Miller is a nationally recognized expert on anxiety relief and stress reduction; an author; motivational speaker; and one-to-one coach (four, six and eight-week programs). A majority of her clients are business owners and entrepreneurs. She joins co-hosts David Biondo and Dean Rotbart to discuss ways in which listeners can navigate their …

Tom Ziglar, son of legendary business trainer, motivational speaker and author, Zig Ziglar, is our special guest. Tom shares some of the core lessons of his new book, Born to Win: Find Your Success Code, co-written with his dad. The book offers straightforward wisdom on how to get focused, organized and systematized. Unlike Zig, who was broadly foc…

Terry Douglas and Christie Denniston of Catapult Public and Investor Relations are in-studio to offer listeners highlights of their recent presentation to the Western District Conference of the Public Relations Society of America. Titled “Staking a Market Leading Position Through Public Relations,” Douglas’s and Denniston’s remarks at PRSA emphasiz…

Terry Douglas and Christie Denniston of Catapult Public and Investor Relations are in-studio to offer listeners highlights of their recent presentation to the Western District Conference of the Public Relations Society of America. Titled “Staking a Market Leading Position Through Public Relations,” Douglas’s and Denniston’s remarks at PRSA emphasiz…

Two of the nation's leading experts on the topic of adult stem cells are the guests on this segment of Business Unconventional. They are Dr. Ben Guiot, a neurosurgeon affiliated with Littleton Adventist Hospital and South Denver Neurosurgery; and James Poser, PhD, chief scientific officer of Celling Biosciences, based in Austin, Texas. Adult stem c…