Action and Ambition

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Josh Firestone, the Chief Marketing Officer of Bearbottom Clothing, a rapidly growing e-commerce men’s fashion brand on a mission to become the go-to for the most versatile, comfortable, and wearable everyday clothing. Josh Firestone joined Bearbottom Clothing in 2016 to focus on its creative branding, growth, and customer acquisition. Starting as their social media manager, Firestone has grown into the role of CMO due to his passion, creativity, and knowledge about the brand. Bearbottom’s mission drives Firestone to develop its in-house marketing team, allowing them full control over their channels while remaining agile. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Joe Hayon, the Co-Founder and President of Inspira Technologies, an innovative medical device company specializing in respiratory care solutions. The company’s flagship Inspira ART system utilizes a hemo-protective flow approach designed to rebalance oxygen saturation levels while patients are awake and breathing spontaneously, potentially minimizing the need for mechanical ventilation. The Inspira ART system acts as an “artificial lung” to rebalance patients’ oxygen saturation levels in minutes. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Dan Goldberger, the CEO of elecroCore, which helps patients across the globe who suffer from pain and chronic conditions by harnessing the power of nVNS, innovation, and technology to develop safe and clinically backed treatments. Daniel is responsible for leading and guiding the overall vision and goals of the company. As a highly accomplished C-level executive with over 25 years of leadership experience, Dan has built a career-long record of success in driving revenue and organizational growth for life sciences and healthcare companies. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Andrew Davis and Kiana Johnson, the Founders of SAAK Insurance Group, a Black-owned, family-oriented, and faith-based company that provides affordable burial insurance, final expense, term, and whole life. They both have experienced what it feels like to be in a challenging emotional and financial situation when a loved one passes away. They can speak on the importance of educating people about life insurance, preparing for unexpected final expenses, financial planning, and how to build generational wealth. The Better Business Bureau has recommended SAAK Insurance Group, and the couple has recently won The Plato Award. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Curt Johansen, the Development Director of Triad Communities, managing the California portfolio for successful development companies, including multiple large-scale projects with a staff of 3 project managers. It is responsible for the business model, acquisition, regulatory entitlement, marketing, construction, and sales of Hiddenbrooke. It was awarded Best Specific Plan in California in 2006 by the American Planning Association for entitlement of downtown Vallejo. Curt is also the Managing Partner of JH Community Partners, Currently managing the development activities of three large-scale sustainable conservation-community projects, with a fourth in the final RFP decision stage. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Jordan Yallen, the CEO and co-founder of MetaTope, a technology company that specializes in blockchain and Web 3-based solutions. By leveraging their technology, users can fully embody their digital identity through social media, video games, web conferencing, metaverse, and other digital interactions. They are preparing for the public release of the MetaTope mobile application, and the launch of the software will allow users to have a never-possible experience. By using only the front-facing camera on a smartphone, their software enables full-body motion tracking and retargets the data in real-time to bring your digital identity to life through all your digital interactions. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Utena Treves, the Co-Founder, and CEO of Moojo, a Berlin-based Fintech company that aims to offer new financial solutions in the passion economy of freelancers and creators. Moojo mobile app makes it easy to create, automate, and edit invoices in a flash and receive your hard-earned cash within 24 hours. Don’t miss a thing on this. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode we meet Harry Rao, the founder of tech startup TestGrid. He is on a mission to help ensure that every website and mobile app looks as slick as it’s meant to. With 250,000 new websites and 2,000 apps launching every day around the world, the attention to detail in maintaining them for the best UX is becoming more substantial. The world of website testing is being transformed by TestGrid as they launch the latest testing innovation – an all in one and on-demand testing infrastructure.

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Alexander Walker, a User Interface Designer, Consultant, and International Speaker, with proficiency in web design, presentation, and strategy. Alexander uses his skills to advise small businesses on growing and scaling. After being introduced to blockchain technology by the creator of the credit card strip, Ron Klein, Alex began exploring different use cases and now shows his clients how to do the same. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Lyndie Benson, the CEO and Creative Operating Officer of Bleusalt, the thriving fashion label she founded in 2017. Bleusalt is a luxury fashion label focusing on season-less basics, made locally in the USA from the softest fibers in partnership with Tencel, a less precious but equally luxurious alternative to Benson’s favorite cashmere. Having devoted three decades to raising her two children, Benson decided to redirect her artistic energy and build something with her creative talents. And that’s how Bluesalt came to life. Tune in to learn more!