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Money is personal. In fact, perhaps finance and investing talk is typically dry to shield against having real, candid conversations about how money shapes our lives, informs our choices, and even makes us feel about ourselves. In other words, conversations that really matter. At Alto, “You Do You” is a defining principle, not just because it's fun and interesting, but because really — what's the alternative? Entrepreneur, serial investor, and series host Eric Satz founded Alto with the belie ...
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Thank you to Eric Satz, Founder and CEO of Alto Solutions in Nashville, for sharing how his company helps individuals access the funds in their IRA and diversify their investment portfolio. Alto Solutions enables individuals to invest their IRA in things that are not traded in the public markets like crypto, art, real estate, private equity funds, …
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Mike Sposato, the owner of Carolina Realty Advisors, talks about his career and his journey over the last 16 years since becoming a partner in this business in 2006. His career started with great success in sales roles outside of the real estate industry. After deciding to move into real…
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In this Top Floor Interview, hosted by Krista Crawford, Adam shares the entrepreneurial journey behind Inflectra, a global leader in software test management and automation. The discussion covers the origins of Inflectra, the challenges of managing software failures, and the transition from programming to leadership roles. Adam emphasizes the impor…
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal sits down with Cameron Harris, Managing Director of Truth Fitness. Cam shares his journey from operating a London-based gym to transforming it into a global online wellness service for executives. This episode dives deep into the philosophy that true wellness extends far beyond ph…
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal meets with Paul Wegman, CEO of Nova Automation. Paul shares his experience refining the company's culture and mission after their acquisition. He discusses the strategic steps taken, including interviewing staff and clients to redefine the company's values and vision. Paul also ex…
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Theresa Viera, the founder of Modern Legal talks about her journey over the last 4 years since starting her family law firm in 2020. Her inspiring story began at a young age with a difficult family experience that motivated her to become a lawyer who would help other families that found …
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal chats with Lindsey Schultz, CEO of MRC Recruiting. Lindsey shares her journey from initially resisting the family business to embracing her role as a leader in the mining and resource sector. She's passionate about making the recruitment process more human, emphasizing that interv…
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Marie shared her personal and professional journey, highlighting the significance of education and mentorship. She also discussed her adaptable leadership style, which aligns with the wellness industry, and her future aspirations to create healthier workplaces and collaborate with other wellness practitioners. Marie underscored her commitment to pe…
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In this Top Floor podcast episode, Darren Kanthal talks with Juan Padro, the dynamic leader behind one of Denver’s fastest-growing hospitality groups, Culinary Creative. Juan delves into his roots, the bustling restaurant scene in Denver, and how his group has expanded to 21 locations with a diverse array of concepts. He explains their strategic pi…
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Holly and Amelia from Dazed & Engaged In this exciting episode, Marisa Kamall sits down with Holly and Amelia, the dynamic duo behind Dazed & Engaged. These inspiring entrepreneurs each run their own successful businesses—Holly with the elegant bridal store "You & I Bridal" and Amelia with the vibrant consultancy, "The 555 DXB". However, their shar…
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In this episode of the Top Floor Interview, hosted by Roger Wilson, Jon Stone from Frederick Cooper shares his insights on effective people management, emphasizing the importance of looking after your team. He discusses the critical balance between workload and resources, drawing inspiration from the dynamic "Baz Ball" approach in cricket. Tune in …
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In this episode of the Top Floor Interview, hosted by Roger Wilson, Clive Dickin shares his three key mantras for people management: Values, Aptitude, and Development. Clive emphasizes the importance of listening and communicating as essential leadership skills. Looking ahead, he discusses the future of business focusing on Growth, Digitisation, an…
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, my guest is Parker Perrien, the CEO of Diamond Solutions. Parker has had an incredible journey since taking over his father's asphalt and concrete paving business 10 years ago. Hear how he's successfully transformed a traditional construction business to a sales, marketing, and technology business while dea…
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Venkat Borusu, the founder and Managing Director of UBC BIM Services talks about his 14-year journey in the construction industry. Venkat is a mechanical engineer from India who spent nearly 10 years in the US with Corning before returning to India in 2010 to start his own construction company. He built and…
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Join us on the Top Floor as Krista Crawford sits down with the incredibly talented and visionary Mustafa Al-Adhami. In this episode, Mustafa shares his inspiring journey of building Astek Diagnostics. He delves into the creative processes that drive his work, the challenges he overcame, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. Discover how M…
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Sergey Malygin of Soda.Auto. Sergey is at the forefront of AI in the automotive industry.His software significantly reduces time on production and enables various types of vehicles to be made with a few clicks.He also outlines how he used learnings from one industry to transition to another. For more inform…
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Simon Lewis sits down with Tiago Costa, the CEO of Parisma Talent and a seasoned executive with over 17 years of experience in the talent industry. Tiago shares his unique journey from clinical psychology to leading a major talent advisory firm. Tiago reflects on the challenges he faced transitioning from a…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Top Floor Podcast! Join your host, Roger Wilson, as he dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Baoli Zhao, founder and CEO of Sparkling. This episode is packed with invaluable insights for anyone interested in business growth, leadership, and investment strategies. Discover why Baoli Zhao believes t…
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Jared Poniatowski who is the owner and founder of New Age Marketing in Charlotte, NC talks about his 10 year old award winning business. New Age Marketing was named Charlotte's top marketing company in 2022 and has grown to 25 locations with 60 employees over the last decade. Hear about Jared's successful j…
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, we hear from Tchernavia Montgomery who leads a non-profit healthcare business in Charlotte, NC. Hear about her journey and insights... -Life Changing influence at 14 for Tchernavia -Food is an important part of fellowship!! -Innovative habits created during the Pandemic continue today -Most enjoyable parts …
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In the final episode of Series 2, we meet Maryam Torshizi, the founder of DeepSearch. Maryam's enduring fascination with data and its management led her to realize the potential of AI tools in integrating and analyzing vast data banks, thereby providing compelling insights for her clients. Despite the challenges she faced in establishing the compan…
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JoePat Roop is the President and Founder of Belmont Capital Advisors. He started this financial planning business during the Great Recession in 2009 with 2 people and has grown it over the last 15 years to almost 20 full-time employees. In this episode, JoePat shares his thoughts on... Creating a "successful" business Need for continuous skill deve…
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In this episode of "The Top Floor Podcast," host Roger Wilson interviews David McCreadie, Managing Director & Founder of Swi-tch. David shares his insights on the immense value of having a strong team and cultivating a good culture within the business. He also reflects on the inspiration he draws from his parents and how it has shaped his entrepren…
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Josh's Journey, Passion, and Charm City Plans Josh shared his journey from initially viewing himself as a banker to an entrepreneur, driven by his passion and desire to inspire others. He encouraged young people to find their passions and to embrace various work experiences as opportunities for learning and self-discovery. Krista appreciated Josh's…
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Barbara, a developmental behavioral pediatrician, discussed her company's system that aims to enhance evidence-based care for children. The system, initiated two decades ago with her husband, involves patients completing questionnaires before and between visits, which then triggers in-visit decision support for doctors and offers specific education…
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Dive into the journey of Aman Singh, Founder and CEO of B4 Insuratech, as he shares his visionary leadership approach and the future of insurance technology. In this Top Floor Podcast episode, Simon Lewis and Aman discuss his early career challenges in the Middle East, navigating job redundancies, and the resilience needed to rise in the corporate …
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Welcome to The Top Floor Podcast with Simon Lewis! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable leadership journey of Charl Badenhorst, CEO of Liwa Minor Foods and Beverages LLC. With over 25 years of experience in operations, strategic business growth, and development in the food and beverage industry, Charl brings a wealth of knowledge and insigh…
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, we hear from Jeff Smith, a 50+ year veteran of the specialty music instrument business. Jeff started a "niche" business selling/repairing flutes in 1991 and has grown that unique business organically and through acquisition for the last 30+ years. Hear his insights on... Acquisition Strategies Succession Pl…
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Sharard launched and has lead Cyber World for the last 28 years, back from Web 1.0 and the launch of the internet to Web 3.0 today and the metaverse and AI. Sharard shared an intriguing journey including great advice on keys to success and to new entrepreneurs. Connect with Sharard on LInkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybergear/ We hope you enj…
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Tuhin has build a very successful AI SEO business with offices in UAE, India and Australia. The company is growing rapidly and he sees the workforce doubling over the coming 12-18 months as he is part of the AI revolution. Connect with Tuhin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuhin-banik/ We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and sub…
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Prudhvi has successfully launched a logistics business in a crowded space. He is a serial entrepreneur with many new initiatives on the horizon. Find Prudhvi on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prudhvipolavarapu/ We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and subscribe if you'd like more content like this :) From The Top Floor Team #ceoint…
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Welcome to another episode of the Top Floor Business Podcast! In this interview, we sit down with Mark Pennington, Managing Director of EPX Technical Services, to explore the journey of scaling up a successful business. Mark shares his insights and experiences on scaling a startup into a thriving business. Learn about the challenges faced and strat…
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Pir has a great story on how a boy from Pakistan educated himself across multiple countries and institutions before arriving in the UAE and bootstrapping his business to success. His big break came in COVID with a contract with the Dubai Police to 3D Print Personal Protective Equipment and it was during this period the Company went from strength to…
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Deana has a great story on how she learnt of the need for International companies to build brand awareness for their services in China and has built a successful business over the last 10 years. Deana relocated the HQ to Dubai, UAE during Covid and manages a workforce spread across the globe. Connect with Deana on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com…
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OmniSynkAI is the only suite of tools on the market built for e-commerce businesses. Our cloud based software handles sales, CRM, HR, finance, order management, inventory and other operations for businesses of all sizes, in one place - 10x quicker with AI. Krista and Jordyn had a discussion about the challenges and future plans for Jordyn's startup…
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In this fascinating interview, we’re speaking with Jeff Engle who sold his cybersecurity business, and now holds multiple roles including CEO of an investment business called Capital E, CEO of ArkAngel, a consulting business focused on national security and emerging technologies; and is Executive Chairman for Government Internal Defense at BlueVoya…
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Rachel Gilley started with Clarity-Global five years ago and has been appointed Chief Executive in the last six months. During that time, she worked closely with the founding director, building trust and a shared vision. Her watchword is communication—honest, open, and transparent communication. This is manifested not only in her answers but also i…
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Radical. This is the word that comes immediately to mind when you listen to David Glennie. His insights on AI are very insightful, but his twin beliefs about his privilege and his fallibility mark him out from the field. They have also driven him to develop his business in a decidedly unique way. From establishing an independent union within his ow…
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We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and subscribe if you'd like more content like this :) From The Top Floor Team #ceointerview #businessleadership #businessleaders #ceo #ceotalks #businesstalks #ceos #ceosdesk #ceoadvice #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #podcasting #podcastclips #podcastseries #thetopfloor #topfloorpodcast #foryou #foryo…
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Mark Gregson left a well-paid job in the middle of Covid and started his first business Impact Working. It certainly seems to suit his "pirate" nature but also brings a lot of additional stress. In this interview, Mark opens up about working very anti-social hours in response to his imposter syndrome and how his values and his family make it all wo…
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In this podcast episode, Marisa Kamall and Priyanka Sengar discuss the challenges of gender bias in the workplace, sharing their personal experiences and observations. Priyanka highlights her journey as a CEO leading Women First Jobs. Her mission with the organization is to empower women in the workplace by creating opportunities and fostering an i…
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Socially Responsibly - Community Invested Mecklenburg County Liquor Control Board is more than what most people think!! Yes, they need to sell liquor in Mecklenburg County lawfully but they also deal with many of the same issues as private businesses... Hiring, developing, and retaining quality people (please cut the piece of video where Keva debat…
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Krista and Bill discussed Regel Tech, an injectable gel for patients with degenerative disc disease, and its development, as well as Bill's leadership style and entrepreneurial ventures. Bill expressed his enthusiasm for startup culture and his enjoyment in working closely with doctors and patients to improve medical devices and procedures, particu…
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Sun Rock's Business Model and Time Management Strategies In this episode of Top Floor, Krista welcomed Claire Broido Johnson, Co-founder, Operating Advisor, and Board Member of Sun Rock. Claire explained her company's business model, which provides power purchase agreements for small and medium-sized businesses to install solar on their roofs, offe…
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We're fortunate today to speak with Gabe Chrismon, a West Point graduate who has had the entrepreneurial bug since third grade! Gabe is based in the Nashville area and is Co-Founder of My Home which fills a gap in the home service industry by providing a marketplace app to easily and digitally resolve home maintenance needs. The need for this type …
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Interviewee Alex Holliman Managing Director Climbing Trees In this open and wide ranging interview Alex Holliman describes how in Covid he stepped back from the day to day running of Climbing Trees and took time to look at what was really important to it. He's not looked back; the business has grown, staff have flourished and the team have much mor…
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Join us for a revealing conversation with Piyush Gupta, CEO of Polytrade, as we dive into the world of blockchain leadership. From his background as an aerospace engineer to his current role leading a thriving business, Piyush's journey offers valuable lessons in innovation and adaptation. In this exclusive interview, Piyush shares his fascination …
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Krista and Ian discussed the potential of expanding virtual tutoring services, particularly in response to the increasing importance of standardized testing in college admissions. Ian expressed his belief in the potential of artificial intelligence to supplement to enhance one-on-one approach, aiming to help students overcome their test-taking diff…
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In this Top Floor podcast episode, entrepreneur Ryan Schachtner shares insights on overcoming challenges to create his journey: Ryan is an exciting and active CEO who runs multiple businesses, hosts a podcast, and overcame dyslexia to write an international Best Seller!! Through Success Beyond Gameday, Ryan and his partner Samantha Card have a uniq…
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In this Interview, we hear from Steve Vest of National Equipment Transportation Steve comes from a family that has roots in the trucking and logistics industry. He started this business 18 years ago because he wanted to serve the trucking community in a way that didn't involve driving a truck. Steve gives us an introspective look at the highs and l…
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