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- Inventing a First-of-Its-Kind Kids Water Brand – Lindsay Dykstra Kiley and Neda Khosrowzadeh of Swelly
Our guests this week are Lindsay Dykstra Kiley and Neda Khosrowzadeh, co-founders of Swelly and the creators behind a first-of-its-kind motorized water scooter designed for kids. Lindsay and Neda discuss the origin of Swelly, the challenges of launching and scaling a product in a highly regulated category, how their complementary skill sets and trust as partners drive the business forward, the role of social media and community in early traction, balancing entrepreneurship with family life, what’s next as they build Swelly into a broader family lifestyle brand, and more.
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Learn More: swelly.us
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Intro01:14 – Launching Swelly: The World’s Best Water Scooter02:44 – What is Swelly? Product Explained04:49 – Inspiration & Origin Story06:15 – Naming the Brand & Early Branding Decisions08:10 – Family, Content Creation, and Teamwork10:53 – How Their Partnership Began12:51 – Entrepreneurial Backgrounds15:59 – Balancing Family & Business19:11 – Purpose, Values, and Brand Vision21:11 – Practical Steps: Turning Ideas Into Reality23:05 – Legal, Compliance, and Being First to Market26:01 – Product Design: Creating Something New28:44 – Going Viral & Social Proof31:35 – Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Growing Pains34:31 – The Business Playbook & Learning from Mistakes36:22 – Holiday Sales & Managing Growth39:00 – Expanding the Product Line: Swelly’s Sunglasses for Kids41:46 – Vision for the Future & New Product Sneak Peeks43:31 – Community, Location, and Why Central Florida45:08 – Big Goals: Retail, International, and Shark Tank Dreams46:11 – Final ThoughtsThis podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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47 min - Luxury Resort Experiences as a Lifestyle – Greg Spencer of Timbers Resorts
Mitchell and Jeff chat with Greg Spencer, CEO of Timbers Resorts, to explore the evolution of luxury resort living and fractional ownership. Greg shares how his military background shaped his leadership, the challenges of workforce housing in high-end destinations, and why Timbers Resorts moved its headquarters from Vail to Winter Park. He also breaks down the differences between fractional ownership and timeshares, the rising demand for experiential travel, and how Timbers is redefining luxury hospitality and the future of high-end travel.
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Learn More: timbersresorts.com
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Greg Spencer, CEO of Timbers Resorts03:31 Leadership Challenges in Development Projects06:56 The Importance of Team Synergy in Global Operations10:12 Real Estate Strategies in Hospitality13:19 How Timbers Reciprocity and Priority System Works16:43 Successful Real Estate Repositioning Strategies20:19 Launching The Andiamo Collection and Strategic Branding23:28 Rise of the Multigenerational Traveler27:00 The Affordable Housing Dilemma30:13 Embracing Authentic Communication in Hospitality33:35 Creating Authentic Luxury Experiences in Hawaii37:21 The Sparkle and Pop Revival40:11 Business Development in Central Florida43:34 The Community and Charm of Winter Park47:05 Florida’s Business-Friendly Environment and Growth Potential50:31 Traveling Made Easy in Central Florida54:01 Importance of Community EngagementThis podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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55 min - Building Community Via Healthy Food – John Rivers
Recorded live at the brand new 4 Roots Education Center in Orlando, Florida – Mitchell and Jeff chat with John Rivers, CEO and founder of the legendary 4 Rivers Smokehouse and Founder/CEO of 4Roots, a non-profit focused on promoting health, sustainability, and combating food insecurity through education and sustainable farming.
John describes the growth of Four Rivers, now a national brand, explaining how the new non-profit complements the success of the restaurant business, 4Roots’ new campus that employs nine growing systems and a living building powered by solar energy and built with sustainable materials, his passion to tackle systemic hunger and to help transform farming practices to restore soil health and ensure future food security, and much more.
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Learn More: 4rootsfarm.org
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to John Rivers and the growth of 4 Rivers02:47 Overview of 4Roots Operations07:46 The Essential Role of Soil in Sustainable Food Production10:31 Reassessing Philanthropy and Mission Focus13:13 Importance of Food Access and Education15:56 From College Struggles to Career Resilience18:40 Evolution of Project Design Over Time21:17 Innovative Energy-Efficient Building Design23:43 Valencia College Campus Initiatives26:14 Inspiring Change Through Local Attractions28:31 Building Strategic Partnerships for Community Growth31:05 Addressing Community Food Insecurity33:38 The Hidden Costs and Inefficiencies in the U.S. Food System36:19 National Security Risks of Food Dependency38:57 Community Impact: Over 2.3 Million Meals Served41:32 Excitement and Steps for Community GrowthThis podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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43 min - Growing a Pediatrics Business in Orlando – Dr. Michael Middleton
Jeff chats with Dr. Michael Middleton, owner of Middleton Pediatrics, about why he chose to locate his practice in Orlando, the challenges in growing from a small practice to a medical office that facilitates over 25,000 visits a year, how the community helped him along the way, pushing through the challenges of Covid, his thoughts on how social media and access to the internet has changed patient attitudes over time, and much more.
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Learn More: middletonpediatrics.com
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Intro01:40 – Dr. Middleton’s background and early days04:22 – Picking a medical specialty06:22 – Choosing the expand the practice11:47 – The people who helped along the way14:16 – The growth of Middleton Pediatrics15:12 – Is there a baby boom in Orlando?17:48 – Business doubts & unexpected challenges23:56 – Surviving Covid by being nimble35:45 – Why Dr. Middleton chose pediatrics37:35 – Integrating your beliefs into business41:05 – What part of running a medical practice could be applied to most businesses?45:10 – How parents have changed over time49:02 – Battling medical misinformation and hesitancy58:15 – Disarming doubt in medical advice59:05 – OutroThis podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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1 hr - Bringing Michelin Star Sushi to Orlando – Chef Mike Collantes
Mitchell and Jeff chat with Chef Mike Collantes, owner of the legendary Soseki Modern Omakase restaurant, about his deep Orlando roots, his food journey starting as a cook at Sbarro all the way to creating a Michelin star-winning sushi experience, his thoughts on Orlando’s exploding food scene, the carefully selected team and design around his new Bar Kada sake bar concept, and much more.
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Learn More: mikecollantes.com
This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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56 min - Changing Lives Through Song – Theresa Smith-Levin of Central Florida Vocal Arts
Mitchell and Jeff are joined by Theresa Smith-Levin, Founder and Executive Director of Central Florida Vocal Arts, non-profit music advocacy organization dedicated to providing the high quality training and performance opportunities to young artists. The guys discuss Theresa’s experience at this years Victory Cup competition, the importance of singing and performance for self-expression and healing, the societal perception of vocal talent and how it affects people’s willingness to engage in singing or the arts, the future of the organization, and much more.
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Learn More about Central Florida Vocal Arts: https://centralfloridavocalarts.org
This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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46 min - The Cost of Legal Aid For All – Jeff Harvey of Community Legal Services
Mitchell and Jeff are joined by Jeff Harvey, CEO of Community Legal Services, a non-profit that provides no-cost legal services to vulnerable low-income communities in Central Florida. The guys discuss Jeff’s military service, connecting with mentors and developing a passion for leadership and service, and how those life experiences have helped CLS grow significantly, becoming one of the largest law firms in Central Florida.
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Learn More about Community Legal Services: https://www.clsmf.org
This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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42 min - The Power of Storytelling – Ashley Vann of Victory Cup Initiative
Mitchell and Jeff are joined by Ashley Vann, Founder of Victory Cup Initiative, a non-profit that hosts an annual competition to help local non-profits amplify their stories, raise funds, and build community. The discussion ranges from Ashley’s background as a Winter Park native, her roots and early success in wealth management, how the skills she learned as a financial services professional helped seed the idea for Victory Cup Initiative, the success and future of the competition-based non-profit, and much more.
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Learn More about Victory Cup Initiative
This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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52 min - The Power of Neighborhoods – Eddy Moratin of Lift Orlando
Mitchell and Jeff chat with Eddy Moratin, President of Lift Orlando, a non-profit dedicated to strengthening neighborhoods by building high quality, mixed-income housing and providing a cradle to career educational pipeline while improving community health and wellness. The conversation touches on topics such as the rich history of the black community in Orlando, how disinvestment opens the door to gentrification, the role of community partnerships in driving positive change, the success of the Lift Orlando method, and much more.
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This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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59 min - Doing BBQ Different – Thomas Ward of Pig Floyd’s & Pigzza
Mitchell and Jeff chat with Thomas Ward, entrepreneur and local restaurateur, about his history in the restaurant business and his latest dine-in sensation Pigzza – a fusion of smoked meats and Italian food. Thomas details his path from food trucks to award-winning dining establishments, his thoughts on Orlando as a food city, embracing criticism and radical honesty with customers, lessons he’s learned over the years, why a restaurateur would want to host a podcast, and more.
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Learn More about Pigzza
This podcast is produced by Advus Financial Partners, a wealth management firm located in the Central Florida area, that focuses on wealth and investment management, and retirement management.
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Advus After Hours is a podcast focused on the intersection of innovation, finance and community in Orlando, Florida - hosted by wealth advisors Mitchell Lamoriello and Jeff Lee.