Startup Story Radio with Rob McNealy

The Making of a Sausage King with David Samuels of Esposito’s Finest Quality Sausage

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:09:12 +0000

In This Podcast Episode We’ve added a new guest host to our lineup, 50 Interviews: Entrepreneursauthor Brian Schwartz. In this episode, Brian interviews David Samuels, the Sausage King of NYC and owner of Esposito’s Finest Quality Sausage. They discuss how 9-11 inspired him to become an entrepreneur, and how the business has become debt free. About David [...]

Shortened URLs and Twitter Ads with Joe Moreno of Adjix

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:43:36 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Joe Moreno, President of Adjix, a unique URL shortening service which features click through stats and a unique Twitter advertising program. Joe Moreno’s Bio Joe Moreno worked for Apple Inc. from 1998 – 2007 in engineering and marketing. Joe’s past ventures have included Acasero, Inc., designed to give offline consumers the ability [...]

Data Mining with Aubice Co-Founder Michael Webb

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:31:23 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Michael Webb, co-founder of the software technology company Aubice, about how business owners can use Aubice for data mining and data analysis about their market. Michael Webb’s Bio Michael R. Webb is Chairman and Co-Founder of Aubice LLC. Aubice is a software technology company that is changing the way people interact [...]

Green Electronics Recycling with YouRenew.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 01 May 2009 16:58:51 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Rich Littlehale of YouRenew.com, an electronics recycling business that pays you to recycle your old or unwanted cell phones, laptops, gaming systems and more. Rich Littlehale’s Bio Rich Littlehale is one of the founders of YouRenew.com, a website that pays you to sell back or recycle your old electronics. Rich took [...]

You CAN be Famous with Author Danek Kaus

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:11:21 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Danek Kaus, author of You Can Be Famous: Insider Secrets to Getting Free Publicity about his book, and why YOU should be famous! Danek Kaus’ Bio Danek S. Kaus is a veteran journalist and publicist. He is the author of the new book, You Can Be Famous: Insider Secrets to [...]

Numerology and Business Success with Celebrity Numerologist Tania Gabrielle

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:04:52 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Tania Gabrielle, celebrity numerologist and author of The Unrevealed Secrets of Political Success, about how the numbers behind names and important dates can impact your business success. Tania Gabrielle’s Bio Tania Gabrielle, celebrity numerologist, is the author of The Unrevealed Secrets of Political Success: How Names and Dates Shape U.S. History. [...]

Leadership Skills with Former Starbucks Exec Howard Behar

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:52:12 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Howard Behar, former president of Starbucks Coffee Company North America and author of It’s Not about the Coffee, about his book, and his upcoming speaking engagement for BMA Colorado on April 8, 2009. Howard Behar’s Bio Howard Behar is the former president of Starbucks Coffee Company North America and Starbucks Coffee [...]

From Invention to Product with Hotty Hoody Inventor Aundrea Rosdal

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:48:09 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Hotty Hoody inventor Aundrea Rosdal about the inspiration behind the Hotty Hoody, a protective sleeve for hot hair styling tools, and how she brought it to market. About Hood Inc. Hood, Inc., maker of the Hotty Hoody, is a leading supplier of proprietary safety devices. Their protective products deliver much needed [...]

Teava Natural Skincare with Miriam Kleinman

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:24:50 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Miriam Kleinman, founder of Teav Skincare, a unique natural skincare company that utilizes the properties of tea to improve skin health. Miriam Kleinman’s Bio Miriam Kleinman is the Creator and President of Teava, LLC, an advanced natural skincare company that utilizes the unique benefits of tea. Miriam’s passion for science and [...]

Using Twitter to Grow Your Business and Brand with Joel Comm

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:21:55 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews internet entrepreneur Joel Comm about his latest book, Twitter Power. Joel and Rob chat about using Twitter effectively for business. Rob was fortunate to meet Joel at the Affiliate Summit West in Las Vegas. Joel Comm’s Bio Joel Comm is an Internet entrepreneur who has been online for over 20 years. [...]

From Corporate to Top Podcaster with J.B. Glossinger of MorningCoach.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 05:39:59 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews J.B. Glossinger about his self actualization journey from corporate life to becoming the top self help podcast at MorningCoach.com. J.B. Glossinger’s Bio J.B. Glossinger is the founder of MorningCoach.com, an online community that has quickly blossomed into the world’s largest personal development website. From Argentina to Zimbabwe, loyal listeners in more than 80 countries tune [...]

Consumers Loyalty Programs with Roger Toennis of Loyal2Me

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:12:24 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Liquid Media CEO Roger Toennis about Loyal2Me, a unique business to consumer loyalty program. About Liquid Media Liquid Media LLC formed in 2007 with a focus on delivering innovative and powerful business & consumer solutions that combine the ease of use of the web/internet with the rich and nuanced character of the human voice. [...]

Coupons, Shopping and Finances at FatWallet with Tim Storm

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:50 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Tim Storm, founder of FatWallet, a website that allows consumers to compare prices, find coupons and earn cash back on purchases. Rob was fortunate to meet Tim at the 2009 Affiliate Summit West in Las Vegas. Tim Storm’s Bio Tim Storm founded FatWallet in 1999, with just $100, permission from his [...]

Sustainable Opportunities Summit with CORE Director Graham Russell

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:34:02 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Graham Russell, executive director of CORE, about the 2009 Sustainable Opportunities Summit taking place in Denver from March 17-19, 2009. Graham Russell’s Bio A prior board member and president of CORE, Graham Russell has nearly 25 years of CEO experience, mostly in the environmental services industry. In the late 1980s he [...]

Common Legal Issues in Business with Attorney Kevin Houchin

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 06:56:51 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews attorney, author and artist Kevin Houchin about naming, branding and common legal issues faced by business owners. Kevin Houchin’s Bio Kevin E. Houchin lawyers from a wholly different perspective. Kevin knew from a very young age that his purpose in life was to help people reach their potential. Entering law school [...]

Finding a Problem and Making a Business Opportunity with Gail Dunn

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:29:56 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Gail Dunn, owner of Women’s Automotive Connection, which ensures that women take control of their automotive service and repair transactions. Gail Dunn’s Bio With an extensive and varied business background, Gail Dunn brings a unique and seasoned perspective to the automotive business. Working as a consultant in Organization Development before entering [...]

Bouncing Back from Failure with Barry Moltz

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:43:48 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Barry Moltz, entrepreneur, angel investor and author of the book Bounce!: Failure, Resiliency, and Confidence to Achieve Your Next Great Success. Barry Moltz’s Bio Barry Moltz has founded and run small businesses with a great deal of success and failure for more than 15 years. After successfully selling his last operating business, [...]

Pardon Our Dust . . .

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:45:27 +0000

We are in the midst of some changes here. First off, you might notice that you’re now at RobMcNealy.com instead of StartupStoryRadio.com. Don’t worry, Startup Story Radio will carry on, but it is being joined soon by video podcasts airing from the “startup bunker.” As a result of the shift in content and format, [...]

Business Valuations and More with Chris Kauza of Soltus Group

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 05:01:43 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Chris Kauza of Soltus Group about the services the Soltus Group provides Mid-Market and Emerging Growth companies in the areas of investment banking, business valuations and business operations. Chris Kauza’s Bio As a Managing Director with the Soltus Group, Chris Kauza brings over 18 years of professional experience across diverse industries, [...]

Open Calais with Thomas Tague

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:02:12 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Thomas Tague about the Calais Initiative, which recently won Mashup Camp’s Best Solution Provider Tool Contest. Thomas Tague’s Bio Thomas (“Tom”) Tague leads Thomson Reuters Calais initiative, spearheading strategy and product development. He also oversees the Calais developer community at OpenCalais.com, evangelizing the Calais Web service and its free [...]

Marketing and Entrepreneurship with Monique Reece

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:38:57 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy takes time out at a recent TiE Rockies event to interview Monique Reece, founder of the MarketSmarter management and marketing firm, about her business and entrepreneurship. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Monique Reece’s Bio Monique Reece is the founder of MarketSmarter, a management and [...]

TiE, Serial Entrepreneurship and Mentoring with Guy Cook

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:52:59 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy takes time out at a recent TiE Rockies event to interview serial entrepreneur and former senior officer for Qwest Communications, Guy Cook, about TiE, serial entrepreneurship and mentoring. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Guy Cook’s Bio Guy Cook was President and CEO for [...]

RFID Implants with Amal Graafstra, RFID Toys Author

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:10:48 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Amal Graafstra, author of RFID Toys, about implantable RFID technology and his own RFID implants. Amal Graafstra’s Bio RFID Toys author Amal Graafstra, is the owner of several technology and mobile communications companies and a double RFID implantee. Amal loves thinking up interesting ways to combine and apply various technologies in [...]

Guy Kawasaki on Alltop and Reality Check

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:32:22 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews author, entrepreneur, and venture capitalist Guy Kawasaki about his latest book, Reality Check and his internet projects including Alltop.com. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Guy Kawasaki’s Bio Guy Kawasaki was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1954. His family lived in a tough [...]

Enterprise Social Networking with George Atha of WordFrame

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:13:18 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy takes time out at Defrag Conference 2008 to interview George Athannassov of WordFrame about how he got his start in enterprise social media software, as well as technology outsourcing to Bulgaria. George Athannassov’s Bio George started his first private company in 1993 and since then he is constantly involved in the [...]

Gary Vaynerchuk on Wine Library TV and Success

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:24:16 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Gary Vaynerchuk of Wine Library TV about the wine business, and the success of his fantastically popular webcast, The Thunder Show. Gary Vaynerchuk’s Bio Gary Vaynerchuk (VAY NER CHUK) is a 32 year old self-trained wine expert who is revolutionizing the wine industry. His webcast, “The Thunder Show”, on www.winelibrarytv.com, attracts [...]

Enterprise Social Networking Software with Puneet Gupta of Connectbeam

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:32:56 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy takes time out at Defrag Conference 2008 to interview Puneet Gupta about enterprise social networking software and his company, Connectbeam. Puneet Gupta’s Bio Puneet brings over 16 years of enterprise software experience to Connectbeam. Prior to founding Connectbeam, Puneet served as CEO of CourseCafe, an online social collaboration application company for researchers [...]

Jeremy Wright of b5media on Social Media and Blogging as a Business

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 03:25:06 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews b5media co-founder, Jeremy Wright, about blogging as a business, social media and the b5media blog network. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Jeremy Wright’s Bio Jeremy Wright is a serial entrepreneur, some have even said “blogpreneur” for his focus on communications-oriented ventures. He [...]

TiE-Rockies and Colorado Entrepreneurship with President Melodie Reagan

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:33:48 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Melodie Reagan, CEO of AuromiraTM Executive Advantage and President of TiE-Rockies, about what the Rockies chapter of TiE is doing to foster entrepreneurship in Colorado. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Melodie Reagan’s Bio Melodie Reagan, CEO of AuromiraTM Executive Advantage, a national [...]

Spyware, Trojans and Worms with Monte Robertson of Software Security Solutions

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 02:20:58 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews internet security expert Monte Robertson about spyware, trojans, worms, hacking and more for cyber security month. Monte Robertson’s Bio Monte Robertson is the president and CEO of Software Security Solutions (SSS). He founded the Colorado-based company in October of 2001. With more than 16 years of experience, Robertson helped establish the [...]

Twitter Strategies and the Twitter Handbook with Warren Whitlock

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:20:20 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews co-author of the the Twitter Handbook, Warren Whitlock, about tips for using Twitter. Warren also shares some book marketing tips. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast Warren Whitlock’s Bio Warren Whitlock is the Marketing Results Coach. He is a #1 bestselling author, and [...]

Franchising with Todd Beckman of MassageLuxe

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:52:37 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Todd Beckman, president and founder of MassageLuxe International, a high end massage therapy franchise, about franchising. Todd Beckman’s Bio In addition to being the founder of MassageLuxe, Todd Beckman is also the founder of The Tan Company, one of the country’s fastest-growing tanning salon concepts and one of the five largest [...]

Thin Air Summit New Media Conference with Goldie Katsu

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:53:48 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews podcaster and security analyst, Goldie Katsu, about the Thin Air Summit, a new media conference happening in Denver from November 7-9. Sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/podcast About the Thin Air Summit The Thin Air Summit, which is being organized by Goldie Katsu and [...]

NLP, Memetics, Magic, Fnords and Persuasion with Ben Mack

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 02:26:36 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Marketing genius Ben Mack about NLP, fnords, memetics and persuasion, and their uses in marketing. Ben Mack’s Bio Ben Mack is the marketing genius credited with having sold a quarter-billion-dollars in yo-yo’s in two years. Ben has received two national awards from the American Marketing Association; the Effie for his highly successful strategy [...]

Elizabeth Weiland of the Insight Speaker Series

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:50:58 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Elizabeth Weiland, President and Founder of the Insight Speaker Series, about her experiences working with cross-cultural teams, and how she got started with her monthly speaker series in Denver. Elizabeth Weiland’s Bio Elizabeth Weiland has had an eclectic, entrepreneurial career with an international emphasis. She started in Colorado exporting beef to [...]

Biotech Growth in Colorado with Chris Shapard of the Colorado Bioscience Association

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:22:11 +0000

In this Podcast Episode As part of our short series on biotech in Colorado, Rob McNealy interviews Chris Shapard, interim director of the Colorado Bioscience Association about BioWest and why biotech is thriving in Colorado. Chris Shapard’s Bio In January 1999, Chris Shapard was appointed as Deputy Director to the Colorado International Trade Office to focus on international [...]

Biotech at University of Colorado with David Allen of CU Technology Transfer

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 17:44:22 +0000

In this Podcast Episode As a part of our short series on Colorado biotech, Rob McNealy interviews David Allen, associate vice president of technology transfer at the University of Colorado, about the University of Colorado’s role in the biotech industry in Colorado and the nation. David Allen’s Bio David N. Allen became the University of Colorado’s assistant vice [...]

Franchising with Allan Young of ShelfGenie

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 04:13:45 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Allan Young, co-founder and CEO of ShelfGenie, about franchising. Allan Young’s Bio Allan has been the Chief Executive Officer of ShelfGenie since its formation on November 29, 2007. Prior to ShelfGenie’s formation, Allan has served as the CEO and President of several successful start-up companies. He was also a [...]

Using New Media to Make Connections with Chris Brogan

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:38:44 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Chris Brogan, a new media expert and co-founder of PodCamp, about using new media to build connections in business. Chris Brogan’s Bio Chris Brogan is a new media guru with ten years of experience using social media and technology to build relationships for businesses, organizations, and individuals. He is also the [...]

Social Media Training with Mike ONeil of Integrated Alliances

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:53:00 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interview Mike O’Neil, founder of Integrated Alliances (IA) about the social media training courses offered by IA. Mike O’Neil’s Bio Mike O’Neil, 48, is a technologist, a visionary and a leader in the world of technology, on-line social media and the application of these important elements to the area of business in [...]

Nonprofits and Fundraising Events with Kenton Kuhn of Blacktie

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:43:42 +0000

In this podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Kenton Kuhn, founder of Blacktie, an organization that provides event planning tools that help nonprofits gain visibility and improve and streamline fundraising efforts. Kenton Kuhn’s Bio Kenton Kuhn is an online pioneer who started his first online service in 1986 – well before the advent of the commercial internet. In 2002, Kenton [...]

Inventing: From Concept to Reality with Inventor Melanie Romero

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:26:08 +0000

In this podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Melanie Romero, founder of She-Edison, LLC and inventor of the SnapBagger. Melanie shares how she went from an idea all the way to a product which is scheduled to be offered nationally on a popular home shopping television program. Melanie Romero’s Bio Melanie Romero has a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical [...]

Alternative Energy Sources with Rod Adams of Adams Atomic Engines

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:23:39 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Rod Adams of the Adams Atomic Engines about alternative energy and safe, clean nuclear power. Rod Adams’ Bio Rod Adams has been fascinated with energy production systems since the Arab Oil Embargo of 1973. Rod graduated with distinction from the US Naval Academy in 1981 with a BS in English. After graduation, [...]

Website and Podcast Hosting with Dylan Trooien of Hostrail.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:00:25 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Dylan Trooien, founder of the website hosting company Hostrail.com about how he got his start in the hosting business, and the features that make Hostrail stand out from its competitors. Dylan Trooien’s Bio Company manager and founder of Hostrail.com, Dylan Trooien grew up learning about computers, later going on to college [...]

Competing Against Foreign Manufacturing with Richard Elkus Author of Winner Takes All

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:40:31 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Richard Elkus, author of Winner Take All, about competing with foreign manufacturing and globalization. Richard Elkus’ Bio Richard J. Elkus Jr. has been Chief Executive or on the Board of Directors of over fifteen different high-technology companies during his career, as well as board member of the University of California President’s [...]

Utilizing Online Surveys with Scott McDaniel of SurveyGizmo

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:46:04 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Scott McDaniel, the co-founder and lead designer at SurveyGizmo about using and designing online surveys. Scott McDaniel’s Bio Scott McDaniel is the co-founder, CEO and lead designer at SurveyGizmo. He has been passionate about entrepreneurism and designing friendly, usable web applications for over 10 years at companies such as [...]

TV and Entrepreneurship with Talk Show Host Letitia Wright

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 03:54:58 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Dr. Letitia S. Wright, host of The Wright Place TV Show, about entrepreneurship, how she got her start, and the techniques she’s used to build her audience. Dr. Letitia Wright’s Bio Dr. Letitia S. Wright, D.C., is an international speaker, talk show host, author and movie producer. As the host [...]

Internet Marketing with Jeremiah Staes of Portage Media Solutions

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:04:47 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Jeremiah Staes, founder and president of Portage Media Solutions about social media marketing and internet media solutions. Jeremiah Staes’ Bio Producing online media before it was fashionable or widely known, Automation Alley member Jeremiah Staes has over a decade of experience in the professional content creation business. Originally an award-winning producer/director/cinematographer [...]

Personal Financial Literacy & The Secrets of Money with Braun Mincher

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:42:20 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Braun Mincher, author of The Secrets of Money about practical financial literacy from credit reports, to car buying, to estate planning. Braun Mincher’s Bio Braun Mincher is a successful entrepreneur who was able to “retire” at the age of 30 a self-made multi-millionaire, even though he started with nothing and dropped [...]

Get Inspired with Gail Goodwin of Inspire me Today

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:52:28 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Gail Goodwin, founder of Inspire Me Today, a company that provides daily inspiration to people around the world. Gail Goodwin’s Bio Gail Lynne Goodwin, known as the Ambassador of Inspiration, has been lifting people’s spirits for years. Motivated by mentors like Jack Canfield, Wayne Dyer and others, Gail realized [...]

Irrational Behavior in Business with Ori Brafman

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:54:28 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Ori Brafman, co-author of the best selling book Sway: The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior. Ori Brafman’s Bio Born in Israel and raised in El Paso, Texas, Ori Brafman has been a lifelong entrepreneur in business, government, and the nonprofit sector. His projects include launching healthy fast food restaurants, leading political [...]

50 Entrepreneurs with Brian Schwartz

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 22:23:55 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Brian Schwartz about his 50 Entrepreneurs interview project, which has served to inspire him towards a goal of entrepreneurship himself. Brian Schwartz’s Bio Brian Schwartz has been a loyal, dedicated employee for 15 years, never taking more than 2 weeks off since the day he left college, raised with [...]

Citizen Journalism and New Media with Erin Kotecki Vest

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:10:30 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Erin Kotecki Vest (a.k.a. Queen of Spain), a popular blogger and journalist, about new media and citizen journalism. Erin Kotecki Vest’s Bio Erin Kotecki Vest spent ten years as a broadcast journalist in Los Angeles, Orlando and Detroit winning six Golden Mic Awards with LA news institution KFWB. [...]

OtterBox Startup Story with Curt Richardson of Otter Products

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:39:35 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Curt Richardson, CEO of Otter Products, LLC about the startup story behind OtterBox. Curt Richardson’s Bio Curt Richardson, CEO of Otter Products, LLC., is an entrepreneurial inspiration. His commitment to his company, employees and customers is evident in the service provided and quality of the rugged and now semi-rugged cases the [...]

How to Self Destruct with Author Jason Seiden

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:38:52 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Jason Seiden, an author and management consultant who improves the professional development of Gen X and Gen Y talent. Jason Seiden’s Bio Jason Seiden is the author of How to Self-Destruct: Making the Least of What’s Left of Your Career. He also helps organizations hire, manage, and develop their Gen [...]

Podcasting, Religion & Politics with Cameron Reilly of The Podcast Network

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:05:23 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Cameron Reilly, Owner and CEO of The Podcast Network, and host of numerous podcasts, including the very first Australian podcast, “G’Day World.” Cameron Reilly’s Bio Cameron Reilly is the Owner and CEO of The Podcast Network (TPN), the world’s first podcasting business. TPN is one of the largest independent media [...]

Organizing Your Online Life with Matt Galligan of Socialthing!

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:18:02 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Matt Galligan, CEO and Co-Founder of Socialthing, Inc., producer of Socialthing!, a digital life manager that pledges to make your online life easier. Matt Galligan’s Bio Matt Galligan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Socialthing, Inc., a company that was chosen to be part of the inaugural year of TechStars, a [...]

Inventing & Product Development with Louis Foreman of Everyday Edisons

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:48:57 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Louis Foreman, Creator, Executive Producer and Lead Judge of the Everyday Edisons® television show. Louis Foreman’s Bio In 2004, Louis Foreman began developing the concept for a reality show that would help make inventors’ dreams come true, while educating America about the complex product development process. Today this award winning [...]

Implications of Naked Short Selling with Patrick Byrne of Overstock.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:00:18 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Patrick Michael Byrne, Chairman and CEO of Overstock.com, about Deep Capture, his effort to increase awareness and knowledge regarding the facts, culprits and economic implications of naked short selling. Patrick Byrne’s Bio Patrick Michael Byrne is Chairman and CEO of Overstock.com, Inc., a publicly traded, Utah-based internet retailer. Under Patrick’s leadership [...]

Organic Clothing Market with Becky Prater of Beckons Organic

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:03:06 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Becky Prater, co-founder of Beckons Organic, a company that makes yoga clothes from organic cotton and other sustainable natural fibers. More About Becky Prater and Beckons Organic Becky Prater (right), and her business partner Ann Sather, have been a design team since 1987, jointly designing children’s wear, snowboard clothing and dance [...]

Bringing Product to Market with Danielle Gilbert & Jay Iglehart of Gilberto’s Gourmet Goodness

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:54:41 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Danielle Gilbert and Jay Iglehart of Gilberto’s Gourmet Goodness about how they got their start home canning and then grew their business into a line of products carried in chain stores throughout Colorado. Danielle Gilbert and Jay Iglehart’s Bios Gilberto’s Gourmet Goodness, LLC is a product of both love and hard [...]

Custom Bath Products, Inventing & More with Elissa and Jerèll Klaver

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:21:23 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Elissa and Jerèll Klaver, owners of SALUS® Customizable Bath & Body Care, and inventors of Muscle Relief Gel, about their business. Elissa and Jerèll Klaver’s Bio Elissa and Jerèll Klaver are successful young entrepreneurs and inventors. Previously Elissa earned a degree in Internet Marketing and choose the same career [...]

Online Marketing for Small Business Success with Jim Kukral

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 02:19:16 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Jim Kukral about his passion for online marketing and building online business success. Jim Kukral’s Bio Jim Kukral has been working on the Internet since 1996. Since then he’s pretty much had his brain exposed to everything and anything Internet-related you can think of. He’s started his own firms, worked [...]

Steam Showers with Justin Short of JRD Steam

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:51:02 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Justin Short, of JRD Steam, a company that sells, distributes and installs custom and modular steam showers as well as walk in tubs. Justin Short’s Bio Justin Short is a graduate of Cal State Chico in Northern California, where he obtained a degree in Communications, specializing in speech and radio, [...]

Improving Sales in Small Business with Colleen Stanley of SalesLeadership

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:34:27 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy discusses improving sales techniques with Colleen Stanley, president of SalesLeadership, Inc. and author of Growing Great Sales Teams: Lessons from the Cornfield. Colleen Stanley’s Bio Colleen Stanley is president of SalesLeadership, Inc., a sales and management training firm. They focus on small to mid-size firms who want to grow sales and [...]

Small Business Accounting with Jeff Prager of Backroom Management Services

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:15:30 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy, interviews Jeffrey Prager, the President of Backroom Management Services, about the unique accounting services offered by Backroom. Jeffrey Prager’s Bio Jeffrey K. Prager is the President of Backroom Management Services. This company serves small to medium sized businesses and is designed to relieve some of the frustration and stress of running [...]

Multi-Level Marketing & Rebuttals Against FTC Rule with MLM Debunker Jon Taylor

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 16:45:57 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews one of his most popular guests, multi-level marketing scam expert Jon Taylor, about the dangers lurking behind an MLM exemption in the Business Opportunity Rule. If the rule goes into effect in it’s current form, it would exempt MLM companies from having to provide basic information to consumers [...]

Music as Business with Rob Anthony

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:13:19 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews singer/songwriter Rob Anthony about the music business and being an entrepreneur. Rob Anthony’s Bio Singer/songwriter Rob Anthony believes that the true measure of a successful artist is reflected in what he gives back to his community. Through his lyrics, Rob is able to arouse interest and raise awareness [...]

Working Virtually with Trina Hoefling

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 21:48:09 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Trina Hoefling of GroupOne Solutions about telecommuting and other options for working virtually. Trina Hoefling’s Bio Trina Hoefling, President of GroupONE Solutions, LLC has been self-employed for over 26 years. She has founded or co-founded six businesses. She has sat on the National Association for the Self-Employed Women’s Advisory Council, helped [...]

Franchising with Heidi Flammang of Camp Bow Wow

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 16:48:33 +0000

In this Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Heidi Flammang of Camp Bow Wow about how she grew her startup into a rapidly expanding international franchise. Heidi Flammang’s Bio Albert Schweitzer once said, “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” This is [...]

The Coming Economic Collapse with Stephen Leeb

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 30 May 2008 17:00:25 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interview Stephen Leeb of Leeb Capital Management about his book The Coming Economic Collapse: How You Can Thrive When Oil Costs $200 a Barrel. Stephen Leebs’ Bio As Leeb Capital Management, Inc.’s Investment Committee Chairman, Dr. Leeb has developed a systematic approach in evaluating market trends over his 25+ years of [...]

Enhancing Business Performance with Tom Ziglar

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 29 May 2008 17:16:17 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Tom Ziglar, son of the legendary Zig Ziglar, on enhancing business sales and performance. Tom Ziglar’s Bio Tom Ziglar is CEO of the world-renown Ziglar Corporation training company, founded by his father, Zig Ziglar. Ziglar initially began his career in retail and direct sales. He joined the Zig [...]

Custom Stickers with John Fischer of StickerGiant

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 27 May 2008 22:02:52 +0000

Last week, we received an order of custom stickers for our new marketing company from StickerGiant. They are great quality, and look super cool. We’re so happy, the first thing I did was stick one on my laptop. Then I came here to pass on some love to Sticker Giant by sharing [...]

Viral Video & Digital Media with Harvey Harrison of Burning Shorts

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 21 May 2008 13:22:00 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews entertainment entrepreneur and lawyer, Harvey Harrison of Burning Shorts, on interactive digital entertainment media and viral video. Harvey Harrison’s Bio Harvey Harrison, a native of Los Angeles, grew up with dual citizenship in Venice Beach and Silverlake/Rampart, two “colorful” areas of the city. After graduation from Yale with a degree [...]

Bonnie Kaake of Innovative Consulting Group on Inventors

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 16 May 2008 00:46:07 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Bonnie Kaake of Innovative Consulting Group about being an inventor. Bonnie Kaake’s Bio Bonnie Griffin Kaake has 30 years of marketing and marketing management experience. She is President/CEO of Innovative Consulting Group (ICG), founded in 1996. Her experience encompasses work with national and multi-national corporations, including the General Electric [...]

Todd Vernon of Lijit

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Tue, 13 May 2008 04:48:11 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Todd Vernon of Lijit Networks about Lijit’s online tools and widgets for website owners. Todd Vernon’s Bio Todd Vernon is the CEO of Lijit Networks which he helped found in 2006. Lijit’s mission is to provide super cool services to online publishers of all sizes that help them understand their [...]

Recent Site & Download Problems

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 12 May 2008 06:17:23 +0000

Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been having some problems with the Startup Story Radio website running very slow at certain times of the day, and we’ve gotten feedback from some of our regular listeners about slow podcast downloads. We think we’ve found a way to resolve these issues and improve site performance [...]

Scott Shane Author of Illusions of Entrepreneurship

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:29:58 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews author and Case Western Reserve University Professor, Scott Shane, about his book The Illusions of Entrepreneurship: The Costly Myths That Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Policy Makers Live By. Scott Shane’s Bio Dr. Scott Shane is the A. Malachi Mixon III, Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies, in the Department of Economics at the Weatherhead [...]

Tony Hsieh Zappos CEO

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 08 May 2008 04:36:00 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh about the online shoe, clothing and accessories retailer Zappos.com and about their outlook on customer service. Tony Hsieh’s Bio Tony Hsieh originally got involved with Zappos as an adviser and investor in 1999, about 2 months after the company was founded. Over time, Tony ended up spending [...]

Benjamin Barber Author of Jihad Vs. McWorld

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 05 May 2008 21:20:41 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Benjamin Barber, author of Jihad vs. McWorld and Consumed: How Markets Corrupt Children, Infantilize Adults, and Swallow Citizens Whole. Benjamin Barber’s Bio Benjamin R. Barber is a Distinguished Senior Fellow at Demos, as well as president and director of the international NGO CivWorld, and its annual Interdependence Day event. An [...]

Andreea Ayers of Tees for Change

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 03 May 2008 01:00:15 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Andreea Ayers of Tees for Change about her business, which sells organic cotton and bamboo blend t-shirts with inspirational sayings. Andreea Ayers’ Bio Andreea Ayers started Tees For Change while pregnant with her first child in 2007. She and her husband desired to experience a home birth for their son, but [...]

Hector Barreto on Latino Entrepreneurs & the State of Small Business

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:04:16 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Hector Barreto, former administrator of the US Small Business Administration, and Chairman of the Latino Coalition, on the state of small business in the United States and Latino entrepreneurship. Hector Barreto’s Bio After having been unanimously approved by the United States Senate, Hector Barreto served five years as the President’s appointed [...]

Ralph Young of Word of Mouth Marketing

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 05:33:50 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Ralph Young of Word of Mouth Marketing about using customer relationship marketing to communicate with existing clients to generate referrals. Ralph Young’s Bio Ralph Young has been in the marketing business for 32 years, and his most recent venture is Word of Mouth Marketing, a company that builds relationships with clients [...]

Casey Schorr of Printfection on Being a Young Entrepreneur

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:08:12 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Casey Schorr of Printfection, an on demand printing company that he started with Kevin Materi while they were students at the University of Denver. Casey Schorr’s Bio Casey Schorr co-founded Printfection during his sophomore year in college, from his dorm room. He is responsible for setting and executing the overall business [...]

Nathan Seidle of Spark Fun Electronics on Being a Young Entrepreneur

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:39:32 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Nathan Seidle of SparkFun Electronics, a company he started while working on his electrical engineering degree at the University of Colorado. Nathan Seidle’s Bio A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Nathan Seidle came to CU-Boulder as an electrical engineering student in 2000. During his junior year, Nathan was designing one of his [...]

Rob Johnson Of EventVue on Being a Young Entrepreneur

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:45:28 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Rob Johnson, the 24-year-old co-founder of EventVue on life as a young and successful entrepreneur. Rob Johnson’s Bio Rob Johnson is co-founder of EventVue, a company he started with Josh Fraser in May of 2006. EventVue provides community tools for conference organizers that help attendees better network before [...]

Ellen Voie of Women in Trucking

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:11:21 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Ellen Voie, Chairwoman and Founder of Women in Trucking, an organization which was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry. Ellen Voie’s Bio Ellen Voie’s most recent role was the Manager of Retention and Recruiting Programs at Schneider National, Inc., North America’s largest truckload carrier. She was [...]

Gregg Vanourek Co-Author of Life Entrepreneurs

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:21:34 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Gregg Vanourek, co-author of the book Life Entrepreneurs: Ordinary People Creating Extraordinary Lives, and founding partner of New Mountain Ventures. Gregg Vanourek’s Bio Gregg Vanourek is a founding partner of New Mountain Ventures, an entrepreneurial leadership development company serving clients nationwide, and is co-author of Life Entrepreneurs: Ordinary People Creating Extraordinary [...]

Nicole DeBoom of SkirtSports

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:13:19 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Nicole DeBoom, professional triathlete and CEO of SkirtSports, a sporting apparel company specializing in fun, edgy women’s fitness wear. Nicole DeBoom’s Bio Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, Nicole became an accomplished runner and swimmer by high school, qualifying for the 1988 Olympic Swimming Trials in the 100m breaststroke when [...]

Howard Keating of ZANA Network

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:47:15 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Howard Keating, CEO of ZANA Network, a company which provides their members with a comprehensive package of products and services that enables them to acquire the essential business tools and global marketing information they need to advance their companies. Howard Keating’s Bio Howard Keating is the CEO of ZANA Network, Inc. [...]

Lynn Williamson on Transition from Corporate Life to Entrepreneur

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 08:25:50 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Lynn Williamson of StudioMetro about her transition from the corporate world, back to school and into life as an interior designer. Lynn Williamson’s Bio Lynn Williamson is a Principal in StudioMetro, LLC, a Denver interior design firm. StudioMetro specializes in bringing the urban experience to their clients. [...]

Peter Shankman PR and Marketing Expert

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:47:34 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews entrepreneur and PR expert Peter Shankman, who is the owner of The Geek Factory, Inc., a boutique PR and marketing firm, as well as Help A Reporter. Peter Shankman’s Bio Peter Shankman is the founder and CEO of The Geek Factory, Inc., a boutique Marketing a PR Strategy firm located in [...]

Matt Dombrow on SEO and Clixo

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:45:26 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Matthew Dombrow, co-founder of Clixo, a company which helps website owners improve their website conversion rates. Matt Dombrow’s Bio Prior to founding Clixo, Matt spent three years as a strategic marketing manager building, from scratch, the marketing department at one of Denver’s [...]

Nils Hammer, Co-Founder of Kindo.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 03:59:49 +0000

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Billy Cox Author of The All-Star Sales Book

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 04:54:13 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy Interviews Billy Cox, success coach and author of The All-Star Sales Book, and You Gotta Get in the Game. Billy Cox’s Bio A talented author, speaker and success coach, Billy Cox has a message that transcends age, culture and occupation. He is the author of the 2004 book You Gotta Get in [...]

Berith Jacobsen of TEAM 2000 and Shawn Phillips of Full Strength

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 04:33:46 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Berith Jacobsen, owner of TEAM 2000, a custom luggage & leather goods manufacturer, as well as Shawn Phillips, fitness guru and owner of Full Strength. Berith Jacobsen’s Bio Berith is the owner of TEAM 2000, LLC, a custom luggage & leather goods manufacturer, imprinted sportswear supplier and promotional products distributor [...]

Ronald Lewis on Race and Social Constructs

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 04:27:58 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor interview Denver-based technologist, imagineer, entrepreneur and social media producer, Ronald Lewis on social constructs and race as it pertains to business. Ronald Lewis’ Bio Ronald Lewis is a Denver-based technologist, imagineer, entrepreneur and social media producer. An early adopter of emerging technologies, Lewis became the first Denver-based lifecaster to [...]

Wil Schroter, Founder of GoBigNetwork.com

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 04:26:10 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor interview Wil Schroter of Go Big Network and author of three books including Go BIG or Go HOME. Wil Schroter’s Bio Wil Schroter is a serial entrepreneur. At age 19, while a still a student at the Ohio State University, he began his first company, Blue Diesel, an [...]

Chris Smith, Founder of Sonicu

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 03:32:38 +0000

Rob McNealy interviews Chris Smith, founder of Sonicu, and developer of the Sonicu system, which provides sound monitoring, data collection, and a green, yellow and red light indicator system to allow neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) staff to see when the noise level is too high.

Jason Mendelson, Managing Partner of Foundry Group Venture Capital

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 03:55:55 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Jason Mendelson, managing director of the Foundry Group, and member of the band Soul Patch. Jason Mendelson’s Bio Jason Mendelson is a Managing Director and co-founder of Foundry Group, a venture capital firm located in Boulder, Colorado. Last fall, the Foundry Group raised its first fund of $225,000,000 to [...]

Michele Connolly & Bill Swails of Earth Roamer and Gary Rosenzweig of Clever Media

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 04:09:09 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Michele Connolly & Bill Swails from Earth Roamer Expedition Vehicles and Gary Rosenzweig from Clever Media. Michele Connolly & Bill Swails’ Bio EarthRoamer® Xpedition Vehicles were created to meet the unmet demand durable, capable, stand alone, four-season campers. The company was founded in 2002 by Bill Swails, Chief Designer & COO [...]

Steven Berens on Privacy and Aaron LaPedis on the Art Business

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 04:01:06 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor interview Steven Berens of Privacy Networks, as well as Aaron LaPedis, art expert and entrepreneur. Steven Berens’ Bio As president and CEO, Steven Berens brings more than 20 years of experience in strategy, marketing, sales and engineering to Privacy Networks. He has demonstrated the ability to deliver results for [...]

Nigel Alexander CEO of Multi-Link Telecom Company

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 03:06:09 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor interview Nigel Alexander, CEO of the business telecom and computing services provider Multi-Link. Nigel Alexander’s Bio Nigel Alexander took over Multi-Link in 1995, and remains the [...]

Ron Rice of Hawaiian Tropic and David Cohen of TechStars

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 02:57:11 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Ron Rice, founder of Hawaiian Tropic, and David Cohen, founder and director of TechStars. Ron Rice’s Bio Ron Rice started as a poor North Carolina mountain boy. His first business was a roadside stand with items straight from the mountain such as: grapes, peaches, apples, walnuts, honey, cider, rabbits, and at [...]

Ashley Kingsley on Viral Marketing

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:48:41 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor Interview Ashley Kingsley of Asher Solutions about viral marketing. Ashley Kingsley’s Bio Ashley E. Kingsley thrives on connecting people, places and things. After seeing blatant gaps and client dissatisfaction due to rising costs attached to creative services and endless bureaucracy, she launched ASHER SOLUTIONS in 2005. Ashley took [...]

Jon Taylor on the Evils of MLM

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 04:04:47 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Dr. Jon Taylor, MLM expert and author of The Network Marketing Game: Gospel Perspectives in Network Marketing. Jon Taylor’s Bio Dr. Taylor was recruited aggressively into the Nu Skin program in 1994. After saying “no” four times, he made a deliberate decision to join the program as a distributor and give [...]

Bill Miller of Dust off Your Dreams

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 23 Dec 2007 03:55:12 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy and Dave Taylor interview Bill Miller, creative alum of the advertising agency Fallon Worldwide, and founder of Dust Off Your Dreams. Bill Miller’s Bio Bill Miller is a creative alum of Fallon Worldwide, an advertising agency he helped grow from $10M to $300M. His work and his talent are legendary in the [...]

Doug Tatum Author of No Man’s Land

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 03:39:59 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Doug Taylor, founding chairman of Tatum, LLC and author of No Man’s Land: What to do when your company is too big to be small and too small to be big. Doug Tatum’s Bio Doug Tatum is the founding chairman of Tatum, LLC the nation’s largest financial and technology executive services [...]

Geoff Kulesa of Wunderdog Sports

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 03:31:02 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Geoff Kulesa of Wunderdog Sports, one of the top sports handicapping companies in the world. Geoff Kulesa’s Bio Geof Kulesa is the founder and owner of Wunderdog Sports. Wunderdog Sports was started in 2001 by a guy that was pretty good at picking NFL underdogs, but it has since grown into [...]

Brad Cooper on Corporate Wellness

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 08 Dec 2007 19:15:43 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Brad Cooper, CEO of US Corporate Wellness, Inc – the premier customized employee wellness company. Brad Cooper’s Bio Brad Cooper is the CEO of US Corporate Wellness, as well as the author of 3 books, including [...]

Klaus Holzapfel on Viral Marketing and Movie Bakery

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 03:02:56 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Klaus Holzapfel of Movie Bakery and Concept Bakery on their Christmas calendar project and viral video marketing. Klaus Holzapfel’s Bio Since there was no Internet at the time, Klaus Holzapfel started his professional career in the financial industry and worked as a foreign currency trader in the spot markets for almost [...]

Pro-Blogger Dave Taylor & Brian Baker of Hopscotch Technology

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 25 Nov 2007 02:31:25 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews successful pro-blogger and social media expert Dave Taylor, and Brian Baker, CEO of Hopscotch Technology, maker of the screentime controller, BOB. Brian Baker’s Bio Brian Baker has been leading software and IT startups for 15 years. As a business consultant, Brian taught startup leaders how to run a successful organization. As [...]

Tom Frey, Enrique Gutierrez, and Jim Turner, Winners of the 2007 Inventor Showcase

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 05:03:40 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews Tom Frey, Director of the Davinci Institute about the 2007 Inventor Showcase. They talked with two winners, Enrique Gutierrez of OmniluX, Inc., and Jim Turner, of Optibike. Tom Frey’s Bio Thomas Frey is one of the nations leading experts on the process of launching new businesses and new technologies. As [...]

Cyndy Everett & Claudine O’Leary, Social Entrepreneurs

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 17:56:30 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy interviews jewelry designer Cyndy Everett, who designs awareness jewelry for non profits, and Claudine O’Leary of Feeling Bold, a company that creates products which invoke “Boldness of Spirit.” Cyndy Everett’s Bio While living abroad in the Middle East for the past decade, Cyndy Everett traveled the globe and experienced the world’s pallet [...]

Tom Frey of the DaVinci Institute

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 17:57:54 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob interviews Tom Frey of the DaVinci Institute and discusses the upcoming Inventor Showcase which is coming up on November 15th in Denver, Colorado. Tom Frey’s Bio As the Executive Director and Senior Futurist at the DaVinci Institute, he works closely with his Board of Visionaries to develop original research studies, which enables him [...]

David Fox & Josh Cooper on Building Business Relationships

podcasts@startupstoryradio.com (Rob McNealy) — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 16:23:28 +0000

In This Podcast Episode Rob McNealy discusses building synergistic relationships between businesses, with fellow flooring contractors David Fox of Absolute Concrete Surfaces and Josh Cooper of Mid-America Carpet Brokers.