Action and Ambition

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition. I'm your host, Andrew Medal.

Today's guest is Samuel Gong. His first patent in wireless energy transmission was filed in 2010 and he later founded a successful business around the patent. He then began researching graphene during his studies at UC Berkeley and later used his knowledge to optimize the applications and production of graphene. After several years of success, he founded Real Graphene bringing future battery technology to the present.

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Kelly Dooley, CEO and owner of Kanna Kingdom, a licensed cannabis distributor and manufacturer. Leveraging all that she learned about supply chain management and vertical integration from her days as Creative Director of BodyRock Sport, a luxurious activewear company, Kelly is now actively seeking to align Kanna Kingdom with black owned businesses with the hope of carving out space for POC in the cannabis industry. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Scott Bartnick who is the co-founder of Otter PR. A serial entrepreneur and published author, Scott works with large corporations, creating new sales channels and building brand awareness. By increasing credibility, he has helped more than 300 brands expand their reach. With a degree in industrial and systems engineering, Scott takes his systemic approach to eCommerce in addition to public relations. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Nicolas Vandenberghe, CEO and co-founder of Chili Piper, the leader in Inbound Revenue Acceleration. With his wife Alina, Nicolas built up his business to $2 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) before accepting venture capitalist (VC) money. Solving the frustrations of scheduling between sales reps and potential clients, Chili Piper is a suite of solutions connecting inbound opportunities to salespeople instantly. Nicolas sold his second startup, Redact, to Microsoft. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Aleks Musika, a suiting expert who started his career working with Tom Ford suiting in Miami. Launching his namesake luxury menswear label MUSIKA, Aleks is now specializing in bespoke suiting, made to measure sportswear, outerwear, knitwear, shoes, men’s jewelry, and… soon men’s beauty! A men’s suiting Instagram influencer, Aleks has more than 169K followers. After dressing celebrities like Jay Z, Diddy, Nick Jonas, and more, Aleks can now dress you. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is David Lahav, an investor and entrepreneur who started and acquired multiple 7 figure service businesses. In his companies, David has a strong focus on team building, personal growth, and helping his team members realize their dreams. David's mission is helping other investors and entrepreneurs grow their companies rapidly, while enjoying the ride and staying happy and healthy. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Shani Godwin, President and CEO of Communique USA Inc, which provides marketing staffing support, creative services, and HR communications solutions to high-growth and high-stressed teams. Since launching Communique in 2002, Shani has provided companies and organizations marketing project relief and support to overextended marketing departments. Also an author, blogger, podcaster, and speaker, Shani is a visionary leader who can see the big picture and execute for clients. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Jason Lee, founder and CEO of OptionsSwing, one of the fastest growing educational options trading companies. They teach people how to invest in the markets in a smart and disciplined way. Call option? Put option? If you’ve been curious about options trading, Jason can help you get started. Listen to this episode in which he helps you steer clear of common pitfalls in options trading. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guests are Rylie Maeder and Dr. Jonathan Vaught. 14-year-old Rylie is the founder of Rylie’s Smile Foundation, which educates families about medicinal cannabis and helps provide access to it. She’s also the CEO of Rylie’s Sunshine Botanical Supplements providing safe, natural, clinically tested solutions. Dr. Jonathan Vaught is the CEO and co-founder of Front Range Biosciences, an agricultural biotechnology focusing on developing new medical cannabis and hemp varieties. Rylie and Dr. Vaught joined forces to discover which hemp varieties grow best in the Mid-Atlantic region where Rylie lives. Listen to discover Rylie’s personal journey with medicinal cannabis and how it saved her smile. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Ross Thompson, CEO and founder of COVAC Global, the first COVID travel company. Offering a membership program for U.S. business and leisure travelers, COVAC Global provides travelers with the highest level of confidence and protection for COVID-19. Ross has been experienced in intelligence, security, and crisis management since 2006. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!