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Rethinking Revenue

Ed Porter and James Rores

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Welcome to the Rethinking Revenue podcast, where we unbox the secrets to turbocharging the profitable growth of your company. Hosted by seasoned revenue experts, Ed Porter and James Rores. Each episode features in-depth interviews with CEOs who share hard-fought lessons of success and failure, revenue leaders who are reshaping their profession, and other experts influencing the revenue go-to-market landscape. Sustaining profitable revenue growth is more than a numbers game, and more complex ...
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Live at the Pleasance

Pleasance Theatre Trust

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Comedy from the heart of the Edinburgh Fringe. Live stand-up, interviews, music, features, dirty gossip and more from the Pleasance Courtyard and Pleasance Dome. This Rebranded and relaunched Pleasance Comedy Podcast is a daily show with clips from live 2017 shows. We want you to come down and soak up the atmosphere, and this magazine style show will let you feel like you're already here. Now in it's seventh year, this isn't an hour long conversation with one comedian. This is fast paced, cr ...
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Ed Byrne Needs A Hobby As Ed's kids get older and the march of time pushes him ever closer to the inevitability of retirement, he's decided he's in the market for a new hobby. But he needs guidance. So in each episode, Ed meets up with one of his celebrity chums to try out their favourite past time, and then interrogate them about it, to see if it's for him. And just to make sure he's fully divorced himself from the decision-making process, he'll start and end each episode by chatting to his ...
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Exploring how the most ambitious CEOs grow great companies. Each week we dive into the strategies and tactics that build transformative businesses with the operators doing it firsthand. Learn more at https://tlaopodcast.com/
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Gaining Altitude is a series that tackles conversations worth navigating and connects people while building understanding across the globe. Delta CEO Ed Bastian hosts conversations with insightful leaders about topics that matter beyond the company, like servant leadership, entrepreneurship, sustainability, mental health and diversity, equity and inclusion, among others.
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Selling Together

Jessie Shipman

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Welcome to The Sell[ing] Together podcast with Jessie Shipman. If you’re frustrated with the roadblocks you’re hitting as a sales person today, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Cold calling is harder than ever, cold emails have more restrictions, and buyers are informed. We will embark on a journey to discover a new approach to sales that works with buyers to build trust and solve problems efficiently. This is an opportunity for sales playbooks to evolve. Each episode will feature an expert gu ...
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This podcast is part of the Chaos Group Labs. In this podcast, we talk to our friends, find out what they are doing, talk about what we are doing, and generally look at all things that interest us including CGI, VFX, Design, Rendering, Raytracing, an d any other CG Nerdy stuff.
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NPR's Mountain Stage

West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, just scroll back a few weeks or use the search function to find a specific artist.
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Welcome to The Big Ticket Life where you'll be inspired by driven leaders doing life and business on their terms. They break the rules, they see the opportunities. They've had the struggles, they've had highs and lows, yet they've always remained focused on the goal: a life and business led by themselves on their terms. They're unapologetically focused on their success and the success of those around them. We celebrate success around here because we live The Big Ticket Life.
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The Elena Cardone Podcast showcases people in power—CEOs, authors, entrepreneurs, designers, artists and more. All of these ladies are making powerful moves in their relationships and in life. Learn from women who have successfully managed business and family as they strive for personal fulfillment. Listen in also to Elena talk about the business of marriage with her husband Grant Cardone!
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Line producers Debbie Kennard and Ron Eli Cohen discuss their work on the short film Ray Tracing FTW and offer an insider’s perspective on the art of film production. Debbie shares her story, from her beginnings as John Carpenter’s PA on The Thing to becoming a trusted line producer in Hollywood, while Ron talks about transitioning from acting to p…
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Ep.245: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by James Lindstrom (@James-Lindstrom). The episode features Jim Lindstrom, a seasoned CEO with experience in leading companies like IES, Providence Service Corp and Verdian. The discussion covers his experiences with accelerating company growth, executing turnarounds, managing balance sheets, and strategic valu…
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So, you've been told to just keep pushing harder and working more to get your business to the next level, but the results just aren't matching the effort. The frustration of putting in so much and not seeing the growth you expect is real. It's time to rethink your approach and find a better way to navigate the stages of business growth. We’re excit…
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Ep.244: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Collin Hathaway (@CollinHathaway). I'm excited to welcome Collin Hathaway back for his third appearance on the podcast. Collin has a wealth of experience in the home services industry and company operations, and today we dive into his recent exit from Flint Group, which he sold to General Atlantic. We get in…
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In this episode, Richard Crudo, the cinematographer, and Esther Woodworth, the 1st Assistant Camera for the Ray Tracing FTW short film, share their journey working on the groundbreaking project. We take a deep dive into the dynamics of the camera crew, exploring how different departments like lighting and grip collaborate to bring a director’s visi…
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In this second episode of the Build Series, I speak to Rob Southern and James Bergeron about their experiences and strategies for upleveling as CEOs. We discuss their journeys in acquiring and running companies, the importance of executive coaching, and actionable habits and practices that contribute to continuous personal and professional growth. …
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Matthias Christen, the main 3D artist from The Scope on Ray Tracing FTW, shares his fascinating journey from traditional analog painting to becoming an expert in 3D and virtual production. Starting with a passion for drawing, Matthias entered the advertising industry, where he honed his skills in Photoshop and Illustrator before transitioning into …
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We’ve seen this before…companies enter an unknown market shift and all of the sudden the business comes to a halt. Imagine that same experience as a startup, just getting up and going and trying to get your first customers. Enter the COVID lockdown and the immediate halt of student loan payments. Discover how this startup survived turmoil and found…
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Ep.242: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Steve Swinney (@steveswinney). My guest today is Steve Swinney, founder and CEO of Kodiak Building Partners. The company, which started in 2011 with the acquisition of Barton Supply in Denver, has grown to 45+ acquisitions and $3 billion in sales by 2024. We cover Steve’s extensive experience in building pro…
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In this episode, Chris sits down with AJ Wedding, founder of Orbital Studios, to discuss how the Chaos Innovation Lab used his studio to film Ray Tracing FTW using Project Arena. AJ shares how his early fascination with virtual production, inspired by his work on The Mandalorian, led him to launch Orbital Studios during the pandemic. He explains th…
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Ep.241: Alex (@Aebrigeman) is joined by Ed Manfre (@emanfre). My guest today is Ed Manfre, a business leader, executive coach, and co-author of Lead Through Anything alongside recent guest Dustin Seale. He has two decades of experience helping CEOs and C-Suite leaders align themselves and their companies for success. He’s served leadership roles at…
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It’s been seven years since Ed Ulbrich last appeared on the CG Garage podcast — and a lot has changed. The man who digitally aged Brad Pitt for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and resurrected late rapper 2Pac as an on-stage hologram is now chief content officer and president of production at metaphysic.ai, which is using AI tools to create phot…
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Uncover the surprising truth about the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship in the healthcare industry. Discover how one CEO's personal journey led to a radical approach to employee investment and development, transforming the way we think about professional growth and business success. Want to know the secret behind navigating tough decisio…
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Kevin Tod Haug has always been destined for a career in VFX. From a young age, he analyzed movies and TV series to work out how they were made. He joined the industry and saw it transform from electro-mechanical to digital via movies and TV series, including Tron and Star Trek: The Next Generation. He then became a full VFX supervisor on movies inc…
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Ep.240: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Sarah Rowell (@sarahrowell). This is the first episode in our new series called the Build Series, in partnership with Pacific Lake Partners and Trilogy Search Partners. Over the six Build Series episodes, we will explore how CEOs can accelerate their company’s growth trajectory, as well as their own professi…
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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Meridith Alexander, a standout figure in the world of coaching and motivational speaking. Recognized as one of Creative Click’s Top Women in Business (2019) and named among Influence Digest Media’s Top 15 Coaches in Tampa (2022), Meridith is a Forbes Coaches Council Breakthrough Performance coach with a r…
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This is my second episode hosting Alex De Pfyffer and Ross Porter, founders of Heritage Holding, on the podcast. A lot has happened since their first episode in late 2022. They’ve built 7 platforms through 25 acquisitions and recently raised a committed fund for the next five platforms. They’ve done excellent sourcing, but I also admire their abili…
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Ian Dawson’s dream of a Jarvis-style computing interface seems to be coming true. This multi-talented CG veteran began his career in graphic design, before moving into producing and creating flying logos throughout the 90s. He then moved into advertising, and title sequences and VFX sequences for movies including the Iron Man trilogy, Star Wars: Ro…
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Military leadership lessons have been a hidden gem for driving revenue growth in business. Learn how this sales leader turned proactive change into a revenue playbook and hear about the connection between military expertise and business success. Our special guest is Jason Barr, a military veteran and sales leader at ID.me, brings a unique perspecti…
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In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Tony Schmaltz, a dynamic force in personal development. With a knack for overcoming adversity and inspiring others, Tony shares invaluable insights on mindset mastery, wealth creation, and finding true happiness. Discover Tony's no-nonsense, humorous approach to coaching, designed to propel you …
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My guest today is Jeff Homer, who’s pursued one of the most interesting consolidation theses I’ve ever heard, music schools and more recently dance studios through his company, Ensemble Performing Arts. And his pace is incredible, acquiring essentially a school per month for five years, totaling 70 acquisitions and integrations. The number of reps …
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Get ready to dive into the magical world of virtual production with the one and only Gary Marshall, Vice President of Virtual Production at Nant Studios. In this episode, Chris chats with Gary, a true wizard in the visual effects industry, who’s been behind some of the most jaw-dropping movie moments you’ve ever seen. From running film reels around…
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In this immersive experience of The Big Ticket Life, we sit down with Richie Contartesi, a truly inspiring leader whose journey from a 5’7”, 150-pound walk-on football player at Ole’ Miss to a record-breaking sales performer and bestselling author embodies the essence of resilience and determination. Featured in the movie “Rudy Ruettiger: The Walk …
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My guest today is Justin Watt, co-founder of Switchboard, which helps businesses with automation and AI tools to become more effective and efficient companies. He’s the smartest person I know when it comes to automation, and I’ve been really excited to record this episode with him laying out his philosophy for tools and how to approach streamlining…
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Alex and Tim Porter have the perfect skillset of a VFX power couple. Alex has a background in interior design, which she leveraged into user experience and virtual spaces. Tim, meanwhile, has worked in games and VFX, beginning as an artist but gravitating towards developing tools and scripts that make it easy to create complicated environments and …
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In this episode, we chat with Donna, an International Spiritual Intelligence Method™ & Life Mastery Coach and the founder of Vibrant Living International. With over 30 years of experience, Donna is dedicated to helping individuals achieve vibrant, purpose-driven lives. She offers insights into doubling your clarity, peace, and productivity in just …
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I formed Airframe Group to acquire and build a company in industrial services, infrastructure, or value-added distribution. I want to grow a transformative company that is loyal to customers, moves fast, and pursues an ambitious vision for the long term. The ideal company for Airframe is led by an owner ready for the next chapter of life and wants …
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Erick Giesler has seen the filmmaking industry change right from the very start. As a child, he acted in TV shows, but found that he was more fascinated with what was happening behind the camera. He learned how to create VFX, beginning on SGIs, then moving to software such as Electric Image, 3ds Max, and V-Ray, and helping to create VFX for movies …
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If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of trying to achieve sustainable revenue growth, only to hit a wall and struggle to break through, just know you are not alone! Many business owners find themselves in the same frustrating position, trying different strategies without seeing the results they desire. It's time to rethink your approach and consider …
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In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Ed Hajim, whose journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by foster homes and orphanages to becoming a titan of Wall Street embodies resilience and generosity. Ed's memoir, "On the Road Less Traveled," vividly portrays his early struggles and eventual triumphs, illustrating the profound impact …
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Episode 235: Alex Bridgeman (@aebridgeman) is joined by Chris Hoffman (Chris-Hoffman). My guest, Chris Hoffmann, is the President and CEO of Hoffmann Brothers, a home services business based in St. Louis. Hoffmann Brothers have scaled from $10 million in 2015 to over $100 million in revenue in 2023. We talk about how that journey happened, their ex…
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Todd Terrazas has been part of the AI revolution since the beginning. He started out developing a system to automatically triage 911 calls and then was part of the development team behind the first wave of AI-powered chatbots. Today, Todd has founded FRBC.ai, which empowers storytellers with AI tools. He’s also the mastermind of the AI LA Community…
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In this episode, we meet Lisa Marie Platske, who left a career in Federal Law enforcement after 9/11 to found Upside Thinking, LLC, an international leadership development company. With over 100,000 leaders coached worldwide, Lisa Marie specializes in transparency in leadership, executive presence, and team management. She holds degrees in Criminal…
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Ep.234: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Auren Hoffman (@auren). In this episode, I sit down with Auren Hoffman, CEO of SafeGraph and partner at Flex Capital. The conversation centers around Auren’s experiences in running data companies and his insights into the data as a service market. We discuss the slower-than-expected growth in the buyer's mar…
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A love of computing, music, and cinema has propelled Jeff Kleiser’s career from the earliest days of VFX on movies including Tron, Flight of the Navigator, Stargate, Judge Dredd, Surrogates, and many more. Along the way, he’s helped the late, great Doug Trumbull create eye-popping film-based projects for Luxor hotels and Radio City’s 3D Christmas m…
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As the founder and CEO of Sure Impact, Sheri Chaney Jones brings a wealth of experience in using data to drive social change. With a background in data science and a decade-long career in helping the social sector define metrics and tell their stories, Sheri has been at the forefront of leveraging technology to solve complex social problems. Her co…
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In this episode, we sit down with Michael Liebowitz, founder of Magnetic Mind Studio, a leading messaging strategy consultancy. Michael shares his mission to revolutionize how businesses harness language to maximize their marketing and sales potential. With over 12 years of experience, Michael offers a unique perspective on leveraging behavioral ne…
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Ep. 232: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Sara Heston (@sara-heston). My guest today is Sara Heston. We discuss the latest findings from the 2024 Stanford Search Fund Study, which reviews trends from the past two years. Key topics include rapid growth in the Search Fund industry, changing searcher backgrounds such as 24% of searchers not having an …
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In this episode, we sit down with Richard Walsh, CEO of Sharpen the Spear Coaching. Richard brings a wealth of experience as a 30-year seasoned entrepreneur, best-selling author of "Escape the Owner Prison," and a multifaceted professional. Beyond being a speaker and podcast host, Richard is a US Marine, champion boxer, black belt, and internationa…
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Ep.231: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Rick Ruback and Royce Yudkoff. My guests today are Rick Ruback and Royce Yudkoff, both Harvard professors for entrepreneurship through acquisition and co-authors of the most popular and well-known piece of content in search, the HBR book How to Buy a Small Business which I would consider the bible of the sea…
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Chad Wanstreet and Chris Nichols have experienced similar career trajectories — but this is the first time they’ve sat down together. Like Chris, Chad transitioned from architecture to VFX, and his experience spans working at notable firms including Blur Studio and FuseFX. Along the way, Chad has contributed to projects that pushed the boundaries o…
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In this episode, international speaker and founder of 11 startups, Holly Porter, shares her transformative journey of resilience and success. A 13-time best-selling author and seasoned philanthropist, Holly's life took a dramatic turn as a COVID-19 survivor after a grueling 70-day battle. Emerging with unwavering determination, she now leads a non-…
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Ep.230: Alex (@aebridgeman) is joined by Anand Sanwal (@anandsanwal). My guest today is Anand Sanwal, founder and former CEO of CB Insights, which provides data and intelligence on private markets, companies, and investors. Anand recently hired a new CEO for CB Insights and stepped into a chairman role. Anand ran the company for 14 years and develo…
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