In this episode, I interview Eddie Brook, the CEO of Cape Byron Distillery. This family-owned business is specializing in premium spirits inspired by the region of the Northern Rivers. The distillery and distillation are situated in the hinterland of Byron Bay, Australia. Eddie Brook is...
207: From managing projects, now providing an all-in-one issue resolution across the world with over 18k locations. Became the first operations platform that is designed for the complexity of a multi-location business with 13 FTEs. (Yulia Vasilyeva)
May 09, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Yulia Vasilyeva, Founder and CEO of Intelocate based in Toronto, Canada. Yulia has set up her own software program operations platform to help multi-location businesses streamline task management, issue resolution, and communications operations.
From being a project...
205: From working at a regular job, now a Founder, CEO, and Host of a mentorship program online. Became the highest quality information to entrepreneurs across the globe and helped 65,000 students pass with over 8 FTEs. (Chris Michael Harris)
May 02, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Chris Michael Harris, Founder, CEO & Host of StartupU TV and Podcast, based in Austin, Texas, United States. Chris set up his business to help entrepreneurs obtain high-quality information and education in growing a business.
From working at a regular job, Jay...
202: From an employee, now helping companies connect with their audience globally through a highly professional translation service company with over 100 languages. Became an award-winning translation, with 11 FTEs for 30 years. (Levent Yildizgoren)
Apr 21, 2022
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In this episode, Troy had a chat with Levent Yildizgoren, Co-Founder and Managing Director of TTC Wetranslate Ltd., based in London, UK. Levent has set up his own translation company to help businesses, manufacturing businesses, and International design and design businesses connect with their...
201: From managing a small business, now helping entrepreneurs become more successful in growing their small business through Market Mentoring. Became the world’s largest marketing mentoring organization with over 18 FTEs. (Franziska Iseli)
Apr 17, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Franziska Iseli C0-Founder of Basic Bananas based in Sydney, Australia. Franziska has set up her business to help entrepreneurs enhance their marketing knowledge and strategy from different parts of the world through online platforms.
From managing a surfing business,...
195: A 27-year-old entrepreneur created his own speedlancer business at the age of 20, now is a founder & CEO of the World's Fastest Freelance Marketplace. With a total funding amount of $435.5K & 20 FTEs serving 209 countries. (Adam Stone)
Mar 27, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Adam Stone, an entrepreneurial prodigy, CEO and founder of Speedlancer Inc based in LA, United States. Adam has set up his own speedlancer company at the young age of 20 to help startup founders, digital agencies, SMBs, marketers, and enterprises get tasks done...
191: In 2007, established a design house that brings together and represents the best in Australian design. Products can be seen in any establishment worldwide and have been available for over 15 years with 100% growth & around 14 FTEs.(Sarah Gibson)
Mar 13, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Sarah Gibson, the Co-founder and Co-director of DesignByThem, a design house based in Canberra, Australia. DesignByThem is run by designers who are dedicated to creating and producing unique products for design professionals and enthusiasts alike. Products can be seen...
183: In 1998, transitioned the small business into brand marketing, helping entrepreneurs & small businesses succeed through merchandise branding. With 15 FTEs, now a leading MBE provider of marketing solutions in the United States. (Walter Hill Jr.)
Feb 14, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Walter Hill, Jr., the Chairman and CEO of Icon Blue, Inc., a brand marketing firm based in Los Angeles, USA. Icon Blue helps entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed through merchandise branding, imprinting of corporate brands on products, placement of products...
180: Aged 24 in 2016, transformed a small family project into a fast-growing health and wellness business that impacts thousands of people. With 7 FTEs, a B Corp score of 86, and got $3 million in the most recent financial year. (Hayden Brass)
Feb 02, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Hayden Brass, the Founder and Managing Director of Zea, an Australian-based health and wellness company. At Zea, they are committed to unearthing the diverse healing properties of the Kunzea ambigua plant. All Zea products are made with natural, sustainably sourced...
177: Aged 22 in 1987, established a UK-based IT company, helping small to medium-sized businesses and firms by ensuring their IT is generating growth & success on a daily basis. Started by himself to around 20 FTEs for over 35 years. (Raja Pagadala)
Jan 23, 2022
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In this episode, I interview Raja Pagadala, the Founder and the Managing Director at The Final Step, a UK-based IT company, helping businesses and firms upgrade their IT. The company ensures that its clients’ IT is generating growth and success on a daily basis. Raja loves helping...
166: Started his career working for various law firms, shifted to the fashion industry. Later, left the fashion world and established a law firm in 2007, aged 29. From 1 to 20 lawyers and has grown revenue from 0 to $100 million. (Rex Afrasiabi)
Dec 15, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Rex Afrasiabi, a principal and the founder of MA Legal, a Melbourne-based law firm consisting of a team of experts who assist and help clients through various legal services and consultations whether it be in the form of creative resolution, strategic business...
159: The leading timesheet & project management software for creative professionals, started in 2000, from working with people from the agencies, now has a total of 20 team members with thousands of subscribers for over 20 years. (Corina Ludwig)
Nov 21, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Corina Ludwig, President at FunctionFox Systems, Inc. based in Victoria, Canada. They offer online timesheets and project management for creative professionals to help them track time and projects and improve workflow. Corina is responsible for overseeing the...
158: In 2009, started a business to help people share their stories through publishing & speaking. Also owned a publishing company, helping people write, publish & market a book to build credibility. With 15 FTEs over 2 businesses. (Michelle Prince)
Nov 17, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Michelle Prince, a best-selling author, motivational speaker, CEO, and Founder of Performance Publishing Group, a “partner” publishing company of Michelle Prince, helping leaders impact the world, using the strengths and talents already within them to...
156: Aged 25 in 2011, maximizes her talents to set up a consultancy to help nonprofits & small businesses have a long shelf life. From solopreneur, now having 8 team members. Got 125% increase in revenue from year one to three. (Andrena Sawyer)
Nov 10, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Andrena Sawyer, the President of P.E.R.K Consulting, an advisory firm based in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, for small to mid-sized nonprofits and businesses. Services include registration, staff & volunteer training, strategic planning, expert speakers, proposal...
152: He has been in valuation since 2000, started his own valuation company in 2010, aged 31, helping clients with raising capital, estate planning, and mergers & acquisitions. From no people in 2010 to the current 25 FTEs. (Bharat Kanodia)
Oct 27, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Bharat Kanodia, the Founder and Chief Appraiser at Veristrat based in San Francisco, USA, helping clients with raising capital, estate planning, and mergers & acquisitions. Bharat has been in valuation since 2000 and has valued assets in real estate, industrial,...
151: Aged 25 in 2015, joined an event management & production company, bringing music festivals & cultural events to Tasmania. Starting from 1,200 to 10,000 people on site with gross revenue of $3.5 million in 2020 from $300,000 in 2015. (Ryan Limb)
Oct 24, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Ryan Limb, the General Manager at Vibestown, an event management & production company based in Tasmania, Australia. Vibestown organizes music, art, and cultural festivals to bring joy and excitement to the people of Tasmania. Due to his passion for attending music...
148: Works as a strategic planner, specializes in providing proactive, focused, and strategic advice to help & support Australian business owners. Clients he has been working with have achieved an increase of 37% in net profit. (Michael Denehey)
Oct 13, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Michael Denehey, an adviser at Collins SBA based in Hobart, Australia. Collins SBA is a financial advice and accounting service for Australian businesses. They work with small and medium business owners and assist them in growing and scaling their business. Michael is...
145: While packing for a yoga retreat, got inspired by a garment and launched a fashion brand with no fashion background. Now a seven-figure business and a Certified B Corporation with 30 FTEs & grew last year's sales up to 70%. (Kristi Soomer)
Oct 03, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Kristi Soomer, the Founder, and CEO of Encircled, a slow fashion brand based in Toronto, Canada, which makes workwear perfect for active individuals that embrace everyday adventure in style, and in comfort. Encircled is a Certified B Corporation, as sustainability and...
139: Aged 31 in 2002, founded a cultural consultancy, helping clients deeply understand the culture movements. Hitting $14,000 of profit in 1st project & over a million dollars of revenue within 3 years. Now has a total of 10 FTEs. (Annemarie Hayek)
Sep 12, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Annemarie Hayek, the Founder of Global Mosaic, a Chicago-based cultural consultancy that helps clients deeply understand the culture and organically grow corporate or brand initiatives that connect. Annemarie Hayek is a cultural consultant, generational expert, and...
132: Started by doing workshops and later founded a wealth management business, from no clients to one of the most successful financial advisory practices. Grow team to 13 FTEs, with revenue growth exceeding 20% for over 20 years. (Rocco Carriero)
Aug 18, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Rocco Carriero, a private wealth advisor and founder of Rocco A. Carriero Wealth Partners, a private wealth advisory practice based in Southampton, New York. This wealth management is dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals through...
126: In 1993, established a travel agency and spent almost 30 years in the industry, sold it in 2017 with 35 FTE. Now turned attention to wine, sheep, and a luxury farm stay in a sixth-generation farming property in southern Tasmania. (Andrew Jones)
Jul 28, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Andrew Jones, the owner, and operator of Invercarron Wines, a young Tasmanian vineyard producing premium wines. The Jones family have maintained their farming origins and after constantly looking to diversify and grow the farm- Invercarron Wines was born.
Andrew...
123: A former physiotherapist and elite-level athlete, founded an environmental nonprofit organization in 1999, aged 32. From a $1,800 to $5 million budget garnered from donations, 20 FTE & currently working with 750 large companies. (Nicole Rycroft)
Jul 18, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Nicole Rycroft, the Founder and the Executive Director of CanopyPlanet, an award-winning environmental nonprofit organization based in Vancouver, Canada, dedicated to protecting the world’s forests, species, and climate. Canopy works collaboratively with brands...
122: In 2008, left his job as an implementation consultant and started a small business, aged 27, a marketing technology consulting firm that focuses on the automation platform. With 30-40% annual growth & 25 FTEs for over 13 years. (Mike Geller)
Jul 14, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Mike Geller, the co-founder and President of Tegrita, a marketing technology consulting firm based in Canada that enables clients’ marketing strategies through marketing automation and technology. The company has helped clients who begin with small projects and...
104: With over 17 yrs of experience in running IT companies, incorporated a remote recruitment agency to help companies hire remote employees. From being the only employee to now having 42 FTE & grew revenue by 30% or 40% every year. (Sharon Koifman)
May 12, 2021
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In this episode, I interview Sharon Koifman, the Founder of DistantJob based in Montreal, Canada. DistantJob is a remote recruiting agency that specializes in helping companies hire remote employees. They are the best in finding talents and career-driven individuals offering them...
