Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Lawrence Jackson, financial strategist and founder of Emerging Enterprise Group, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and purpose. Lawrence shares his journey from being laid off by banks to building a thriving consulting and training business that supports entrepreneurs and small bus…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami opens up a candid conversation about the fine line between startup success and failure — and how both are often misunderstood. Drawing from global experience with thousands of entrepreneurs, Ferris questions rigid definitions of failure and emphasizes the value of learning through doing. From misunderstood …

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Mohamed Ahmed, founder of Average Mohamed, a grassroots initiative combatting extremist ideologies by promoting peace and democracy through an Islamic lens. Mohamed shares how a rise in ISIS recruitment in Minnesota inspired him to take action—using storytelling, cartoons, and face-to-face dialogue to …

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, explores how the small habits we create every day shape not only our individual identities—but also the future of our communities. Drawing from over a decade of global experience in entrepreneurship and small business development, Fares shares how consistent, purpose-driven actions can lead to long-term im…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Bette Schanafelt, a former corporate high-achiever who made a bold leap into entrepreneurship. After 35 years in corporate America, Betty realized she was unfulfilled. Her desire to help others understand the power of financial literacy led her to build her own financial services practice. Faris and Be…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, dives into a critical but often overlooked topic for entrepreneurs and small business owners: having a reliable digital backup plan. Drawing from his personal experiences working with resilient entrepreneurs around the world — and his own journey navigating unexpected challenges — Faris stresses the import…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Devin Miller, founder of Miller IP, a law firm dedicated to helping startups and small businesses protect their intellectual property. Devin shares his passion for entrepreneurship and recounts his journey from working at large law firms to founding his own company. He reflects on growing his business …

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, explores the crucial role of supporting entrepreneurship and small business development within economic and workforce development, particularly in underserved communities. He discusses the challenges faced by those tasked with supporting startups and small businesses, especially when they lack the necessar…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Jeffrey Friedland, to uncover the highs, lows, and hard lessons of a career built on bold moves and reinvention. Jeffrey shares how he became CEO of a NASDAQ-listed company at just 29, launched a global investor event business hosting over 230 conferences in one year, and helped companies go public in …

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, elaborates on the Resilent Entrepreneuer Canvas — a practical tool developed through conversations with thousands of entrepreneurs navigating global crises. From the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic to past economic downturns, the canvas captures how resilient leaders think, adapt, and move forward in u…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Marvin Storm, a seasoned professional with a diverse background in entrepreneurship and tech. Marvin shares his journey of launching startups, managing operations, and leveraging technology to drive growth. He also discusses the often-overlooked aspect of business exits—how to plan and execute a succes…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, reflects on the relationship between passion and entrepreneurship. He challenges the common idea that passion is a prerequisite for starting a business, highlighting how many entrepreneurs discover their passion after launching ventures out of necessity. Faris dives into the entrepreneurial mindset, proble…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Roman Golshteyn, founder of The Computer Guy (TCG) LLC, to share his remarkable journey from immigrant to long-time entrepreneur. Roman talks about the pivotal moment he left a secure job as a help desk technician at a major law firm to follow his dream—and how that leap of faith turned into a successf…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, explores the big picture of entrepreneurship ecosystem development—what it is, why it matters, and how it can transform communities. Faris breaks down the key components, from startup culture and small business support to workforce development and the creation of an entrepreneurial mindset. Whether you're …

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Diondre Borel, founder of Cr8 Elite and former professional NFL player, to talk about the journey from professional sports to entrepreneurial success. Diondre shares his passion for training and uplifting others, how he transformed a side hustle into a thriving business, and the grit it took to overcom…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discusses mentorship within the economic development community. What does mentorship really mean—and how does it differ from coaching, advising, consulting, or counseling? Faris explores these distinctions while reflecting on how meaningful mentorship can empower individuals to carve their own unique paths…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Laszlo Heckler, founder of Achieve180 and an inspirational speaker who has motivated teams across multiple companies. Laszlo’s journey is one of resilience—from experiencing homelessness and being adopted to overcoming poverty and learning English as a second language. Now a successful entrepreneur, he…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discusses challenges around the holidays for entrepreneurs as they get pulled in many directions, including finding the balance between work and rest — especially for those who work in a service industry. How can business owners use this time to reflect on business goals?…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Francy Lucido of Michigan Staffing / Aspen Search Group, talking about how she utilized her resources to start her business now. Hear Francy discuss how she includes DEI practices and finds strategic solutions to modern problems. To contact Francy: https://michiganstaffing.com/ To apply as a guest on T…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discusses the eight sections and four elements of the Resilient Entrepreneur Canvas, your personal blueprint for a bulletproof business. All businesses face adversity sooner or later, but the ones that recover and thrive are those who understand how to take inventory of what they have, and how to adapt to …

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Casey Czuj, owner of Pure Vibes LLC. For over 15 years, Casey has been working with clients on neurological issues, as well as assisting entrepreneurs with starting integrative medicine practices. To apply as a guest on The Finjan Show: https://www.finjanshow.com/guest-podcast-application…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discussing Attracting and Retaining Talent. In today’s gig and service economy, talent development is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. Organizations must prioritize upskilling and reskilling to foster continuous learning. By integrating professional development, mentorship, and competency-b…

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Wendy Pease President of Rapport International. Hear Wendy's story of "controlling her destiny" going from a mom of two after being laid off to running an International company. To contact Wendy: https://www.rapporttranslations.com/wendy-pease To apply as a guest on The Finjan Show: https://www.finjans…

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discussing what it means to be an entrepreneur - and how they define Entrepreneurship. What do all entrepreneurs have in common across industries?By Faris Alami

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Amos Sheena - Owner of Tania's Pizza in Royal Oak, MI. A financial graduate, working in New York City during 9/11, who came home to Michigan taking over the family business. Tune in to hear a story of community and resilience.By Faris Alami

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, discusses entrepreneurship ecosystems. What are they, what makes them unique, and what are the 6 components of entrepreneurship ecosystems?By Faris Alami

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Maria Knyazeva - Entrepreneur, CEO, and Teacher from Kaliningrad.By Faris Alami

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, sharing his backstory of how he started this podcast about entrepreneurship, leadership and globalization. Why does he want to bust myths on leadership, management, culture, global and education? Tune in to learn more.By Faris Alami

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Barbara Wilson of Mindo Chocolate Makers. How did she go from helping her husband run their auto mechanic shop to founding flavorful chocolates? Tune in to find out!By Faris Alami

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Faizan Mahmood of Innovation District 92 in Pakistan.By Faris Alami

Your host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, in his first solo episode discussing What is an Entrepreneur? What does it mean to be an entrepreneur? How is this definition different across industries and cultures?By Faris Alami

Host of The Finjan Show, Faris Alami, welcomes Naveed Hameed, Generation Change Fellow at United States Institute of Peace.By Faris Alami