090: David April, How Combining Divorce, Beer, Running and Cancer Created a Movement That is Raising Money for Nonprofits
David April, Founder of Fishtown Beer Runners Our guest on this episode was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2015. At that point, his life changed forever professionally. He’s worked as a tour program coordinator for the state of New Jersey since 2002. There he has directed the development and management of the New Jersey state …
089: David Allison, How Valuegraphics Are Helping the World Think About Values
David Allison, Founder of Valuegraphics David Allison is a human behavior expert and the pioneer of Values Thinking. His research and advisory services are used in industries as wide-ranging as sportswear, school supplies, luxury goods and hedge funds. He works with global humanitarian foundations like the Environmental Defense Fund and the United Nations. He is …
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088: Paul Isenberg, Bringing Hope Home to Over 6400 Families
Episode 088 – Paul Isenberg, Co-Founder and CEO of Bringing Hope Home Our guest on this episode is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bringing Hope Home, an organization which helps families going through a cancer battle, with financial assistance and other resources. In its first year, 2008, Bringing Hope Home helped approximately 20 Philadelphia area …
088: Paul Isenberg, Bringing Hope Home to Over 6400 Families Listen Now »
087: Alex Hillman – How Building Communities Led to the 100 Lessons That Made Up the Book “The Tiny MBA”
Episode 087 – Alex Hillman, Author of “The Tiny MBA: 100 Very Short Lessons about the Long Game of Business” Our guest on this episode just can’t leave well enough alone. He co-founded Indy Hall, Philadelphia’s first co-working space, in 2006, and kickstarted the co-working boom that has exploded today. In 2009, he co-founded “Stacking …
086: Mark Victor Hansen – How Asking Helped the Co-Author of “Chicken Soup for the Soul” Achieve His Destiny
Episode 086 – Mark Victor Hansen, Author of “Ask! The Bridge Between Your Dreams and Your Destiny” Our guest, on this episode, is the co-author of the wildly successful Chicken Soup for the Soul book series. He recently cowrote the book “Ask! The Bridge from Your Dreams to Your Destiny,” which is a self-help journey …
085: Mollie Plotkin – How a Little Luck and Building on Your Network Can Lead to Achieving Your Dreams
Episode 085 – Mollie Plotkin, founder of Mollie Plotkin Group Our guest, on this episode, is the founder of Mollie Plotkin Group. She was struck with the idea that Philadelphia needed a one stop sports marketing agency for athlete appearances and keynotes. She wanted to create a sports marketing agency where people would find their …
084: Dominic Wells – Passive Income Strategies for Expanding Your Investment Portfolio
Episode 084 – Dominic Wells, founder of Onfolio and Human Proof Designs This week’s guest is the founder of Onfolio and an authority on buying, selling, and growing online businesses. He is also known for bootstrapping Human Proof Designs and scaling that business to a seven figure revenue and then exiting early last year. In …
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083: Ron Coury – How Tenacity (Despite Corruption, Criminals, and Cancer) Led to the American Dream
Episode 083 – Ron Coury, Author of “Tenacity: A Vegas Businessman Survives Brooklyn, the Marines, Corruption and Cancer to Achieve the American Dream: A True Life Story” This week’s guest is a major business figure in Las Vegas, NV, and a former U.S. Marine. Most recently he wrote the book Tenacity, a memoir focusing on …
082: Justin Wineburgh – How Maintaining Strong Friendships Led to Becoming President and CEO of Alkemy X
Episode 082 – Justin Wineburgh, President and CEO of Alkemy X This week’s guest is the President and CEO of Alkemy X, a production company that brings “big ideas to life by working together in an end-to-end process that allows (them) to ideate, produce, and deliver faster (and better) than you ever thought possible.” Alkemy …
081: Greg Star – How Combining Rideshare with Advertising Led to Carvertise
Episode 081 – Greg Star, Co-Founder of Carvertise This week’s guest is the Co-Founder of the largest ride-share/private vehicle advertising service in the United States, and the recent recipient of the Delaware SBA’s 2016 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, as well as the 2015 Junior Achievement of Delaware’s Business Benchmark award. He also sits …
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080: Dana Riker Jackson – Leading with TRUST
Episode 080 – Dana Riker Jackson, CEO of Riker Opportunity Institute This week’s guest believes that people are an organization’s greatest asset and specializes in helping organizations bring out the best in people to achieve high organizational performance. She works with organizations to increase employee engagement, improve talent development, and sustain a high performance culture. …
079: Teague O’Malley – Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Episode 079 – Teague O’Malley, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction This week’s guest was once Banana Republic’s Creative Director for Global Windows, though he believed that you shouldn’t design “into windows,” you should just come up with cool ideas and figure out how to put a window around them. He focused on dynamic presentations that would …
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078: Adam Swords – Swrdz.com and AdamSwords.com
Episode 078 – Adam Swords, of Swrdz.com and AdamSwords.com This week’s guest was born and raised in Warwickshire, England and is now living in Los Angeles, California. He always had a creative inclination that he would explore as a child by drawing the ideas he had in his head. But he could never realize those …
078: Adam Swords – Swrdz.com and AdamSwords.com Listen Now »
077: Tim McDermott – Philadelphia Union
EPISODE 077 with Tim McDermott, Chief Business Officer of the Philadelphia Union Tim McDermott joined the Philadelphia Union as Chief Business Officer on Jan. 27, 2016. He oversees all of the club’s business operations, including its USL team, Bethlehem Steel FC, which played its inaugural game in 2016, as well as the Philadelphia Union Academy. …
076: Elnaz Moghangard, Millennial Nomaad and Author of Roya
076: Elnaz Moghangard This week’s guest is the Founder of Millennial Nomaad (https://www.millennialnomaad.com/), and the Author of Roya (Available here: https://www.amazon.com/Roya-Elnaz-Moghangard/dp/1657151743). She is a Persian-American, whose name has Turkish roots and translates to “charm of the tribe” or “love of the people.” She is fascinated with the changing nature of life and the power of …
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075: Natalie Nixon, PhD of Figure 8 Thinking
Episode 075 of the Self Made Strategies Podcast Natalie Nixon, PhD is a hybrid thinker, comfortably synthesizing creative and analytical thought processes from design and business to arrive at innovative opportunities. She changes lives through ideas. She is a creativity strategist who happily integrates wonder and rigor into her life and work. At Figure 8 …
074: Marisa Marconi – Pinnacle Plan Writing, LLC
Episode 074 – Marisa Marconi, President and Founder of Pinnacle Plan Writing, LLC Marisa Marconi is the President and Founder of Pinnacle Plan Writing, LLC, a boutique business plan development and consulting firm. They specialize in developing comprehensive business plans for entrepreneurs and business owners who are pursuing business-related immigration, raising capital, or require a …
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073: Kwame Christian, the American Negotiation Institute and the Negotiate Anything Podcast
Episode 073 – Kwame Christian – Director of the American Negotiation Institute and Host of the Negotiate Anything Podcast In Episode 073, we sat down (remotely) with Kwame Christian, Director of the American Negotiation Institute and Founder/Host of the Negotiate Anything Podcast. Kwame is a bestselling author and a subject matter expert in the field …
072: Colin Stuckert, Wild Foods Co & The Ancestral Mind.com
Episode 072, with Colin Stuckert, Founder and CEO Wild Foods Co & The Ancestral Mind.com Colin Stuckert is the CEO/Founder of Wild Foods Co and The Ancestral Mind.com. He is a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful businesses under his belt. His past life as a professional poker player, CrossFitter, and gym owner laid the foundation …
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071: Al Zone, Executive Director and CEO of The Elmwood Park Zoo
Welcome to Episode 071, with Al Zone, Executive Director and CEO of The Elmwood Park Zoo Want to SEE something awesome? You can also watch this episode’s video, which was recorded live, with Al from the Elmwood Park Zoo (with some friends in the background) by checking it out on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtu.be/PDUWk3Hut6I …
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071: Al Zone, Executive Director and CEO of the Elmwood Park Zoo
Welcome to Episode 071, with Al Zone, Executive Director and CEO of The Elmwood Park Zoo Want to SEE something awesome? You can also watch this episode’s video, which was recorded live, with Al from the Elmwood Park Zoo (with some friends in the background) by checking it out on our YouTube Channel here: https://youtu.be/PDUWk3Hut6I …
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070: Britt Carpenter, Founder of the Philly Unknown Project and Muttropolitan
This is Episode 070 with Britt Carpenter, Founder of Muttropolitan and the Philly Unknown Project About the Philly Unknown Project (http://phillyunknownproject.org/) Bringing cohesion and bridging the gaps in communities one block at a time. As Philly grows stronger as a city and continues to show signs of forward progression in some areas, there are still …
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069: Luke Bowen, Co-Founder of Evil Genius Beer Company
Episode 069 with Luke Bowen of Evil Genius This is a special COVID-19 Strategy episode with Luke Bowen, the Co-Founder of Evil Genius Beer Company (http://evilgeniusbeer.com/). Evil Genius is one of the top 250 breweries by volume in the US, with distribution in PA, DE, NJ, MA, MD, CT, and RI. Luke is also a …
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068: “Dino” Don Lessem of Dino Don, Inc.
Episode 068 of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, with “Dino” Don Lessem, CEO of Dino Don, Inc. Dino Don Lessem is a dinosaur explorer, Genghis Khan expert, and CEO and Founder of Dino Don, Inc. He was also a Jurassic Park and Disney movie, and theme park consultant. Don has also re-created many of the …
067: Jared Fenton, The Reflect Organization
Welcome to Episode 067, with Jared Fenton, Executive Director of The Reflect Organization Donate to The Reflect Organization here: https://www.reflecteffect.org/donate About Jared: Jared Fenton is Founder and Executive Director of The Reflect Organization (www.reflecteffect.org). While at the University of Pennsylvania, Jared produced the first-ever mixed-methods research examining the phenomenon of “Penn Face.” Jared has been …
066: Chef Michael Peacock, The Flying Pie Guy
Welcome to Episode 066, with Chef Michael Peacock, Founder of The Flying Pie Guy About Michael: As a child growing up in Australia and New Zealand, Chef Michael Peacock loved when Friday’s would come around and lucky boys and girls would be able to order fresh, hot pies from their local tuck shop. Hot pies …
065: SPECIAL COVID-19 RELEASE – Aaron Beverly, the 2019 Toastmasters World Champion of Public Speaking
Welcome to this Special Release Episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast Please read the special message, from Tony Lopes, inspired by Aaron Beverly. The COVID-19 Pandemic has caused significant stress, but maybe it also presents an opportunity for those of us fortunate enough to have our health. In our entire human history, there has …
064: Sarah Ford, Founder of Ranch Road Boots
Welcome to Episode 064, with Sarah Ford Founder of Ranch Road Boots About Sarah Ford: Sarah Ford learned the meaning of hard work when her father hired her to be the janitor for his office at just 10 years old! She didn’t bristle at the work – instead, she expanded the business and ran a …
063: SPECIAL COVID-19 RELEASE – Overcoming Communications Obstacles while Working Remotely with Charlotte Conroy Director of Marketing for Recent Communications, Inc.
Welcome to Episode 063, A COVID-19 Special Release, of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, with Charlotte Conroy, Director of Marketing for Recent Communications, Inc. Here’s Charlotte’s background from Episode 045 of our Podcast, as well as information about Recent Communications: Charlotte Conroy is a passionate and motivated business strategist and marketer with experience building billion …
062: Jared Cannon of Simply Good Jars, Triple Bottom Line Success
Episode 062 with Jared Cannon, Founder + CEO at Simply Good Jars (www.simplygoodjars.com) About Jared Cannon and Simply Good Jars: Jared Cannon, is the Chef, Founder and CEO of Simply Good Jars. Simply Good Jars’ Mission is to make healthy choices easier and to foster a strong and critical connection between local growers, consumers, communities, …
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061: SPECIAL COVID-19 RELEASE – Overcoming Obstacles and Becoming the CEO of Your Own Life with Logan Sneed
Welcome to Episode 061, of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, with Logan Sneed, of Fusion Lean, Fitpreneur Academy, and Author of the Book: “Thank You, Cancer” Here’s Logan’s background from Episode 053 of our podcast, as well as Logan’s YouTube channel: Logan went from high school athlete and college freshmen to a stage four Glioblastoma …
060: Jamie Shanker-Passero of Temple SBDC and Philly Food Adventures
Self Made Strategies Episode 060 with Jamie Shanker-Passero, of Temple University’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Founder of Philly Food Adventures About Jamie Shanker-Passero (Before we dive into Jamie’s background) You can find more information about Temple University’s Small Business Development Center here: https://www.fox.temple.edu/institutes-and-centers/small-business-development-center/ Jamie serves as the Associate Director for Temple’s SBDC, overseeing …
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059: SPECIAL COVID-19 RELEASE – The Truth About COVID-19 with Dr. Krys Johnson, Epidemiologist
Want the TRUTH about COVID-19? Listen to this episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast This episode is a special release meant to help flatten the COVID-19 curve in two ways: First, the main message of this episode is to follow the advice of your local government as well as that of Dr. Krys Johnson, …
058: SPECIAL COVID-19 RELEASE Rob Lawless of Robs10kFriends
Welcome to a very SPECIAL RELEASE of the Self Made Strategies Podcast. This episode is particularly special for a couple of reasons: First, despite the strangeness of current events, and the current state of the world, we need some positive and entertaining stories to keep us going. Most importantly, we are all currently undergoing a …
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057: LINDSAY MILLER OF HALF HITCH 3
SELF MADE STRATEGIES EPISODE 057 WITH LINDSAY MILLER OF HALF HITCH 3 About Half Hitch 3 and Lindsay Miller IS YOUR 24/7 SALESPERSON WORKING PART TIME? Your website is not only your number one marketing asset, it is also your number one salesperson. Quite often, it’s the first place customers go to research your business and it is …
SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY – LINDSAY MILLER OF HALF HITCH 3
WELCOME BACK TO ANOTHER AWESOME SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY In this short podcast clip, you will get a short glimpse at just how awesome and knowledgeable Lindsay Miller is. Lindsay also happens to be the awesome web dev expert that redesigned our kickass website). Lindsay is a military vet and cyber security pro, with …
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056: TONY LUKE, JR. OF TONY LUKE’S – MAKING MAGIC HAPPEN, AGAIN AND AGAIN
SELF MADE STRATEGIES EPISODE 056 WITH TONY LUKE, JR. (NOTE: Listener Discretion is Advised – This Episode Contains Adult Content and Subject Matter That May Be Difficult to Listen to. We chose to maintain the integrity of Tony’s message by minimally editing this episode, so use your discretion when listening. We hope you enjoy it!) …
056: TONY LUKE, JR. OF TONY LUKE’S – MAKING MAGIC HAPPEN, AGAIN AND AGAIN Listen Now »
SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY – TONY LUKE JR. OF TONY LUKE’S
WELCOME BACK TO ANOTHER AWESOME SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY In this short podcast clip, you will hear about how Tony Luke, Jr., hired a friend to dress up as an ostrich, to run around giving out Ostrich Meat Cheesesteaks – a viral marketing campaign that received national attention. You can hear more with him …
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055: PATRICK FINDARO OF VISA FRANCHISE – DEVELOPING YOUR NICHE AND ADVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL ENTREPRENEURS
SELF MADE STRATEGIES EPISODE 055 WITH PATRICK FINDARO VISA FRANCHISE – THE LEADING ADVISOR FOR IDENTIFYING AND ANALYZING U.S. BUSINESSES FOR THE E2 INVESTOR VISA (For U.S. Businesses) Visa Franchise simplifies the process for entrepreneurs to reside legally in the U.S. They help their clients find the business that might be the best fit for …
SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY – PATRICK FINDARO OF VISA FRANCHISE
WELCOME BACK TO ANOTHER FANTASTIC SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY In this short podcast clip, you will hear about how Patrick Findaro started Visa Franchise in his Miami Beach, and worked around the clock, to get Visa Franchise started. You can hear more with him on this week’s Self Made Strategies podcast. ABOUT THE SMS …
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054: Building Capacity in Your Organization with Jennifer Gleason of SVP PHL
THE SELF MADE STRATEGIES EPISODE WITH JENNIFER GLEASON SVP PHL specifically helps those out to do good, do better, bringing together donors, nonprofits, and social enterprises so we can all make a greater collective impact. SVP Philadelphia cultivates effective philanthropists, strengthens nonprofits, and invests in collaborative solutions, building powerful relationships to tackle our community’s social …
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SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY – JENNIFER GLEASON OF SOCIAL VENTURE PARTNERS PHL
WELCOME BACK TO ANOTHER FANTASTIC SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY In this short podcast clip, you will hear about how Jennifer Gleason had to work hard to earn enough to get started on her entrepreneurial journey. You can hear more with her on this week’s Self Made Strategies podcast. ABOUT THE SMS HUSTLE STORY This …
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053: Conquering Your Obstacles and Becoming the CEO of Your Own Life with Logan Sneed of FusionLean, and Author of the Book: “Thank You, Cancer”
The Self Made Strategies Episode with Logan Sneed Logan went from high school athlete and college freshmen to a stage four Glioblastoma patient overnight. Essentially that’s brain cancer for those of us who are not doctors. Doctors told Logan he wouldn’t survive his diagnosis, and even if he did, Logan would never have the quality …
Self Made Strategies Hustle Story – Logan Sneed, of FusionLean and Thank You, Cancer
Welcome back to another fantastic Self Made Strategies Hustle Story. In this short podcast clip, you will hear about how Logan Sneed overcame brain cancer to become an entrepreneur, who started a seven-figure online business. You can hear more with him on this week’s Self Made Strategies podcast. About the SMS Hustle Story This is …
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052: Pivoting Your Business While Growing Rapidly with Marti Lieberman and Pamela Lieberman, of Mac Mart
The Self Made Strategies Podcast Episode with Mac Mart Marti Lieberman’s Mac Mart debuted on the streets of Drexel University’s campus in the winter of 2013. Without much experience running her own business, let alone a food truck, Marti knew there were some kinks to work out but she was determined to succeed. While her …
SELF MADE STRATEGIES HUSTLE STORY – MAC MART
Welcome back to another fantastic Self Made Strategies Hustle Story. In this short sound clip, you will hear about how Marti and Pamela Lieberman knew they were onto something brilliant. Their bright pink Mac and Cheese food truck, Mac Mart started to gain serious popularity and attention. You can hear more with them on this …
051: How to Improve Your Relationships Using T.R.U.S.T. with Ken Sher, Sher Coaching
Welcome back to another great Self Made Strategies Podcast episode! This week we sat down with Ken Sher, of Sher Coaching. Ken is a great executive coach, who also volunteers his time to help individuals going through career transition. Ken tells his story, on our show, about how he overcame a career transition after a …
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Self Made Strategies Hustle Story – Ken Sher, Sher Coaching
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Ken Sher, of Sher Coaching (http://www.shercoaching.com). About Ken Sher and Sher Coaching Ken is passionate about Executive Coaching and his experience allows him to help business leaders and their teams reach their full professional potential. Ken’s Executive Coaching and business experience is rooted in his …
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050: HR, Scaling Your Tech Startup, and Preparing for Venture Capital with Bruce Marable, Co-Founder and CEO of Employee Cycle
This episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast is sponsored by: Lopes Law LLC (www.LopesLawLLC.com). If you want to work with a firm that cares more about you than their billable hours, email or call Lopes Law LLC at info@lopeslawllc.com or (267) 777-9117. About this week’s guest Bruce and his company Employee Cycle Bruce …
049: How to Build Your Brand Philosophy and Grow a Microbrand with Chris Vail, Founder of NTH Watches and Founder of Lew & Huey
About this week’s guest Chris and his company NTH Watches As the owner of Janis Trading Company, Chris is the founder of two watch microbrands, Lew & Huey, and NTH (https://nthwatches.com/collections/subs). Janis has been profitable since its founding in 2012, and has consistently grown at double-digit rates every year, with customers in more than 50 …
Self Made Strategies Hustle Story – Chris Vail, NTH Watches
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Chris Vail, Founder of NTH Watches (https://nthwatches.com/collections/subs); and founder of Lew & Huey. Self Made Strategies Hustle Stories are quick short stories about our upcoming guest’s entrepreneurial journey. This is exclusive content, brought to you, so that you can get a glimpse of what is …
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48: How to Build a Rapidly Scaled Brand with a Cause with Brandon Bahr, Co-Founder and COO of Soothe™
About Brandon and Soothe™ Soothe is a health and wellness company producing products to support mind and body recovery. Soothe aims to make a positive impact in mental health awareness and to get rid of the opioid epidemic. Soothe your mind. Soothe your body. Brandon is passionate about health and wellness, as well as destigmatizing …
SMS Hustle Story – Brandon Bahr
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Brandon Bahr, Co-Founder and COO of Soothe™ (https://soothelife.com/). Soothe is a health and wellness company producing products to support mind and body recovery. Soothe aims to make a positive impact in mental health awareness and to get rid of the opioid epidemic. Soothe your mind. Soothe …
47: Getting the Most Out of Every Negotiation with Kwame Christian, Director of the American Negotiation Institute
About Kwame and the American Negotiation Institute Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. is the Director of the American Negotiation Institute where he conducts negotiation and conflict management workshops around the country. As an attorney and mediator with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Public Policy, and a law degree, Kwame brings a unique …
SMS Hustle Story – Kwame Christian
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Kwame Christian, Director of the American Negotiation Institute (https://americannegotiationinstitute.com/). Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A. is the Director of the American Negotiation Institute where he conducts negotiation and conflict management workshops around the country. As an attorney and mediator with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master …
46: Boutique Social Media Marketing Strategies – with Emily Harris, President of E Harris Marketing
About Emily and E Harris Marketing Emily is an ambitious business person with a fresh perspective. She believes in challenging people to think differently when presented with obstacles in any situation. Her passions are inspiring, motivating, and helping others. Peers describe Emily as creative, proactive, determined, and eager to learn. Just a few of Emily’s …
SMS Hustle Story – Emily Harris
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Emily Harris, President of E Harris Marketing (http://www.eharrismktg.com/). Emily is an ambitious business person with a fresh perspective. She believes in challenging people to think differently when presented with obstacles in any situation. Her passions are inspiring, motivating, and helping others. Peers describe Emily as creative, …
45: Communications Solutions for Business Owners – with Charlotte Conroy, the Director of Marketing for Recent Communications, Inc.
About Charlotte and Recent Communications Charlotte Conroy is a passionate and motivated business strategist and marketer with experience building billion dollar brands, including the SCOTT and KLEENEX brands. Taking that passion and determination which supported her success to grow with a global corporation, Charlotte has become an integral piece of her family’s growing telecom business …
SMS Hustle Story – Charlotte Conroy
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Charlotte Conroy, the Director of Marketing for Recent Communications, Inc. (https://www.recentcom.com/). Charlotte Conroy is a passionate and motivated business strategist and marketer with experience building billion dollar brands, including the SCOTT and KLEENEX brands. Taking that passion and determination which supported her success to grow with …
44: How to Build an Organization that Lasts for 40 years – Kevin Nolan, President of Nolan Painting
Kevin has been working at Nolan Painting for 40 years, lives in Glen Mills, and his favorite paint color is Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis. He is best described as someone who loves to run, bike and swim. Kevin is also a partner at Nolan Consulting Group, since 2003, which helps businesses reach their summit through …
SMS Hustle Story – Kevin Nolan
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Kevin Nolan, the President of Nolan Painting (https://www.nolanpainting.com/). Kevin has been working at Nolan Painting for 40 years, lives in Glen Mills, and his favorite paint color is Benjamin Moore Aurora Borealis. He is best described as someone who loves to run, bike and swim. Kevin …
43: Bringing Innovation and growth acceleration – with Tim McDermott, Chief Business Officer of the Philadelphia Union
Tim McDermott joined the Philadelphia Union as Chief Business Officer on Jan. 27, 2016. He oversees all of the club’s business operations, including its USL team, Bethlehem Steel FC, which played its inaugural game in 2016, as well as the Philadelphia Union Academy. Since joining the Union, McDermott’s efforts have been focused on increasing the …
SMS Hustle Story – Tim McDermott
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Tim McDermott, the Chief Business Officer of the Philadelphia Union (https://www.philadelphiaunion.com/club/mcdermott). Tim McDermott joined the Philadelphia Union as Chief Business Officer on Jan. 27, 2016. He oversees all of the club’s business operations, including its USL team, Bethlehem Steel FC, which played its inaugural game in …
42: Strategic Planning and Business Operations – with Jean Steinke, the Founder of LoftySpot
LoftySpot helps community centric organizations find new ways to leverage their underutilized space and earn revenue with an easy to use software platform. They believe places of worship, libraries and community centers are natural locations to gather for work, meetings or events. The team at LoftySpot knows only too well the pressures of maintaining a …
SMS Hustle Story – Jean Steinke
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Jean Steinke, the Founder of LoftySpot (https://www.loftyspot.com/). LoftySpot helps community centric organizations find new ways to leverage their underutilized space and earn revenue with an easy to use software platform. They believe places of worship, libraries and community centers are natural locations to gather for work, …
41: The Keys to Commercial Leasing with Mike Rabinowitz of Tactix
Mike Rabinowitz works in Commercial Real Estate, as a Tenant Broker, for Tactix. Tactix is a licensed commercial real estate brokerage firm committed exclusively to representing tenants and other end users of real estate. Tactix does not represent any landlords or real estate developers. Their sole objective is to help companies reduce their real estate …
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40: Scaling Your Business Through Collaboration – with Alex Hillman – Co-Founder of Indy Hall
Alex quit his job at an agency doing web development to freelance, and it was great. He had freedom to choose what he worked on, and when. He had the flexibility to arrange his work around his life (instead of the other way around). And he got to choose work that was interesting, fulfilling, and …
SMS Hustle Story – Alex Hillman
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Alex Hillman, the Co-Founder of Indy Hall. Alex quit his job at an agency doing web development to freelance, and it was great. He had freedom to choose what he worked on, and when. He had the flexibility to arrange his work around his life (instead …
39: Bringing Innovation to Large Organizations – with Mitch Stoller, Chief Philanthropic Officer of the AACR Foundation & VP of Development
Mitch Stoller is the Chief Philanthropic Officer of the AACR Foundation and Vice President of Development. The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the first and largest cancer organization in the world, with 44,000 members in 120 countries. In his role, Stoller is responsible for leading the Foundation team to increase organizational brand awareness …
SMS Hustle Story – Mitch Stoller, AACR
This is the Self Made Strategies Hustle Story about Mitch Stoller, the Chief Philanthropic Officer of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Foundation and Vice President of Development. The AACR is the first and largest cancer organization in the world, with 44,000 members in 120 countries. In his role, Stoller is responsible for leading …
38: Prospecting and Podcasting 101 – with Greg Holdsman, Founder of the Philly Famous Podcast
Greg Holdsman is the founder of the Philly Famous Podcast (https://phillyfamouspodcast.com/) and a life-long Philadelphian and graduate of Philly’s Central High School (274), Greg pursued his academic and athletic path as a college basketball player at Denison University in Granville, Ohio. However, in his first two years, he suffered four concussions and had to retire …
37: Cause Marketing Strategies – Katie Wright Founder of RightCause, LLC
Katie Wright is the Founder and CEO at Right Cause, LLC. RightCause is a boutique consultancy specializing in the development of cause marketing strategies and cross-sector partnerships. 8RightCause determines the right cause, the right partners, and the right message for your company to deepen community engagement and strengthen brand reputation. Katie has provided creative, cost-effective, …
37: Cause Marketing Strategies – Katie Wright Founder of RightCause, LLC Listen Now »
36: Tech Startup Advice from Brian Smith – Co-Founder of Leon
LEON (myleon.co) is a corporate wellness platform that focuses on creating a world where one’s workplace empowers them to lead a healthier life. The world’s first employee-focused wellness platform. Their team is focused on creating a world where one’s workplace empowers them to lead a healthier life. LEON engages employees in places where they are …
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35: Influencer Marketing with Briana Sposato – Founder of In Between Rivers
Briana is a creative entrepreneur based in Philly. Briana has been inspired by the creativity and community that makes Philly a great city for entrepreneurs. Briana has years of experience in digital photography and marketing, and considers herself an entrepreneurial badass. In Between Rivers is a creative agency, based in Philly, and has been fortunate …
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34: Marketing Automation and Growth Strategies with Jack Perrotta – Co-Founder and CEO of Vitris
Jack Perrotta is the Co-Founder and CEO of Vitris (www.tryvitris.com). “Being an entrepreneur is like eating glass and staring into the abyss of death” – Elon Musk. As Jack might tell you, when Elon Musk said this, he wasn’t lying. Being an entrepreneur has given Jack some of the best, and some of the worst …
33: Guide to Exponential Growth with Roman Sharf – Founder and CEO of Luxury Bazaar
Roman Sharf is the Founder and CEO of Luxury Bazaar (https://www.luxurybazaar.com/). Roman always tells it like it is (see for yourself by checking out the trailer for his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyr88HssUkM). Roman always tries to give back, but also believes in working hard and playing hard. A special thank you to our guest co-host, Michael …
33: Guide to Exponential Growth with Roman Sharf – Founder and CEO of Luxury Bazaar Listen Now »
32: Guide to Pivoting Your Business for Small Businesses
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Zachary Hartzell of Zachary Hartzell Photography (http://www.zacharyhartzell.com/). Zachary’s love for light and positive energy drives him to discover the things in other people that brighten their days and give them the types of creative solutions they need. Collaboration keeps Zachary’s business alive …
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31: Sydney Grims – Fearless Restaurants – Guide to Business Development and Maintaining High Organizational Standards
Sydney Grims is the Director of Business Development at Fearless Restaurants (https://fearlessrestaurants.com/). Fearless Restaurants is a Greater Philadelphia restaurant group with many great restaurants including Moshulu (http://www.moshulu.com/), White Dog Café (several locations – https://www.whitedog.com/), Autograph Brasserie (https://www.autographbrasserie.com/), Daddy O (Restaurant, Bar, and Hotel – http://www.daddyolbi.com/), Plantation Restaurant & Bar (http://plantationlbi.com/about.htm), Tuckers Tavern (http://www.tuckerstavern-lbi.com/), and Louie …
30: Guide to Growing Your Sales Funnel
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Alex Arhawski, President, Sales Trainer and Coach, for Sales Evolution (https://www.salesevolution.com/), as well as the Founder of Veteran Shark Tank, which promotes and assists veterans looking to start or grow their own business. Additionally, Alex is the founder of the Greater Philadelphia …
29: The Guide to Starting Your Own Podcast
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Kevin Chemidlin, the Founder/Managing Producer at Cue9 Podcasts, as well as the Founder/Producer/Host of the Philly Who Podcast (which you can find at https://podphillywho.com). Cue9 provides high-quality audio and digital media content, with a specialty in podcasting. Services include: – Podcast Audio …
28: LIVE Recording – How to Strategically Plan for Rapid Growth with Luke Bowen of Evil Genius Beer Company
This episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast was our first-ever “pop-up podcast,” LIVE from the Evil Genius Beer Lab and Brewpub, located in Fishtown (in Philadelphia, PA). Evil Genius has 12 unique Evil Genius beers on tap, including a Pineapple Hefeweizen, Lemon Lavender Saison, a low-calorie IPA (called “FELT CUTE, MIGHT DELETE LATER”), a …
27: The Keys to Personal Branding Success
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Adrean Turner, Founder of Turner Coaching, Training and Consulting, LLC (to find out more visit www.coachadrean.com), and bestselling author of “Fearless, Inspired, Transformed: F.I.T. for Success.” About our guest: Adrean Turner is a Certified Coach, Speaker and Professional Development Trainer. Her company, …
26: The Five Keys to Strategic Collaboration with Jessica Libor
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Jessica Libor, Founder of Era Contemporary. About our guest: Jessica Libor is an artist who graduated with her Masters of Fine Arts from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in 2014. She is the founder of the pop-up gallery Era Contemporary, …
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25: How to Craft Your Message – Aaron Beverly of Speakandbeyou.com
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Aaron Beverly, Founder of Speak and Be You (www.speakandbeyou.com). About our guest: In August 2016, Aaron Beverly became the 1st runner up in the prestigious Toastmasters International World Championship of Public Speaking competing against over 30,000 competitors across the globe. Aaron has …
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24: How Organizations Can Create Better Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Programs – Case Study at Power Home Remodeling Group
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Lillian Humphrey, Director of Cultural Diversity & Inclusion at Power Home Remodeling Group (www.PowerHRG.com). A special thank you to our guest co-host, Michael Leary, Founder and Director of Photography at One Fifteen Films (www.onefifteenfilms.com), for co-hosting this episode and adding a ton …
23: The 2019 Guide to Increasing Your Return on Networking Events
Get ready for a jam-packed networking podcast episode! Make sure you take the time to listen to the whole episode, as Sara gives us a ton of great information about building real relationships and maximizing your networking relationships. On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Sara Rosenberg of PowerMatch …
23: The 2019 Guide to Increasing Your Return on Networking Events Listen Now »
22: Diversity and Inclusion of LGBTQIA Professionals in 2019
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Bridget Moran, of First Resource Bank, and Jim Shulman, Confidant to Entrepreneurs. A special thank you to our guest co-host, Nicole Stephenson, Director of the Society of Professional Women (http://spwmainline.com/), and the Main Line Chamber of Commerce (www.mlcc.org), for co-hosting this episode …
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21: The Complete Guide to Developing Your Brand, Content, and Your Social Media Marketing with Dan Antonelli and Alyssa Young of KickCharge
Get ready for a jam-packed marketing podcast episode! Make sure you take the time to listen to the whole episode, as Dan gives a ton of great bonus entrepreneurial advice about strategically scaling a business from the ground up, hiring your first employees, and why identifying the important elements of your goals and values is …
20: Guide to Producing Scalable Corporate Video Solutions with Viral Ideas
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Zach Medina and David Feinman of Viral Ideas (https://www.viralideasmarketing.com/) and Flixation (https://flixation.co/). About our guests: Viral Ideas helps companies all around the world create videos that shape the way people think about brands. On this episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, …
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19: Networking and Elevator Pitch Secrets for Female Entrepreneurs with Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Esquire
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Esquire, the CEO of Purposeful Networking (https://www.purposefulnetworking.com/). BIO:Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Esquire is the CEO of Purposeful Networking. Her services include consulting, keynotes and workshops for individuals, law firms, companies, non-profits, universities and conferences to help build strategic networking skills. …
18: Bootstrapping App Development with Jonathan Katz and Steve D’Agostino of the Real Estate App Jove
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Jonathan Katz and Steve D’Agostino of the real estate app Jove (https://joveapp.com/). About the app: Jove simplifies the real estate process by connecting you with the fastest real estate agents. Choose the properties you want to see and when you want to …
17: The Online Marketing Strategies You Need to Scale Your Marketing and Business with 1SEO.com
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Lance Bachmann, President and CEO of 1seo.com. On this episode of the Self Made Strategies Podcast, you will learn about:• The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies you need to help your business succeed• Where online search is headed in 2019 and in …
16: The Top Strategies to Use for Business Development and Prospecting
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Nikolas Mondo, of Mondo Media Solutions (https://www.mmsproav.com/), to discuss the best strategies for business development and prospecting. About our guest: Nikolas Mondo is the Founder of Mondo Media Solutions. Mondo Media Solutions is a full service audio, video, lighting, and surveillance systems …
16: The Top Strategies to Use for Business Development and Prospecting Listen Now »
15: The Top 3 Ways You Can Get Involved in Corporate Social Responsibility, with the nonprofit TODAY is a Good Day
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Martha and Paul Sharkey, of the nonprofit organization, TODAY is a Good Day (www.todayisagoodday.org/). About our guests: Martha and Paul Sharkey are the founders of the nonprofit TODAY is a Good Day. The mission of TODAY is a Good Day is to …
14: Top Rebranding and Web Design Strategies for 2019
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Barbara DiLisio, of Wicky Design (www.wickydesign.com). About our guest: Barbara is a brand and website designer, and co-owner of Wicky Design. A few years ago, she left her 9-5 job to pursue full-time entrepreneurship. Now, Barbara and her husband Mark Crowell provide …
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13: Top 3 Tips For Structuring Your Business Development Strategy
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Matt Blatz, of PCS (www.helpmepcs.com). About our guest: Matt helps businesses with their IT needs by crafting solutions that lower expenses, raise satisfaction, and increase productivity. Matt’s background in operations and business development shapes his ability to understand his clients’ business infrastructure …
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12: The 2019 Guide to Crushing it at Networking Events
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Ashley Owens, of Ashley Assists (https://ashleyassists.com/) and the Successfully Screwed Podcast (https://www.successfullyscrewedpodcast.com/), to discuss the most effective methods to help increase your personal branding and networking ROI. About our guest: Ashley Owens is a dynamic, passionate, multi-disciplinary leader who has improved networking …
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11 – College Possible and How Nonprofit Involvement Can Boost Your Personal Brand
We sat down with Jen Weikert, the Executive Director of College Possible Philadelphia, to discuss the reasons why nonprofit involvement can boost your personal brand. We also discuss the nonprofit organization College Possible and the upcoming College Champions event, in Philadelphia on May 16th (For more information and to purchase tickets: https://lnkd.in/em57NpB). About our guest: …
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10.2: Female Empowerment, Equality and Inclusion, with Nicole Stephenson – Director of the Society of Professional Women
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Nicole Stephenson, of the Society of Professional Women, to discuss the reasons the issues and barriers to success women in professional environments are still facing in 2019. We also discuss how organizations can ensure that they are cultivating the advancement and expansion …
10.1: Female Empowerment, Equality and Inclusion, with Nicole Stephenson – Director of the Society of Professional Women
On this episode of The Self Made Strategies Podcast, we sat down with Nicole Stephenson, of the Society of Professional Women, to discuss the reasons the issues and barriers to success women in professional environments are still facing in 2019. We also discuss how organizations can ensure that they are cultivating the advancement and expansion …