Boundary Breakers

Starting a business is never easy. Starting it from your own dorm room can make it even harder. That’s just the first bit of Liz Elting’s entrepreneurial journey, who started a translation business in her NYU dorm room and grew it into a $1 billion company. Liz shares her insights on why prioritizing sales and revenue generation is crucial for startups, rather than spending too much time on creating a perfect business plan. Learn how this approach helped her build a successful company from scratch.

Join Brandon Asley as he joins today’s guest, Johnny Schillereff. Johnny is the founder of Element Skateboarding and a skateboarding icon. Today, he acts as the CEO of USA Skateboarding, on a mission to grow the sport following its Olympic debut. Learn about his trajectory and gain insights into his approach to balancing mainstream appeal with skateboarding's unique culture.

Discover the inspiring story of Kyle Hanslovan, who went from a scrappy kid hacking AOL for free internet to founding Huntress Labs, a cybersecurity company protecting small businesses. Learn about his childhood, journey from the Air Force to the NSA, and how he became a top ethical hacker.

Brandon Ansley welcomes the 2 time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, Steve Killelea, to this week’s episode of Boundary Breakers. The creator of the Global Peace Index and founder of the Institute for Economics and Peace discusses cycles of violence, why addressing root causes is crucial and what are some of the efforts to are creating impact around the world.

Discover the remarkable story of Bobby Jones, who turned down Division 1 football offers to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. From stories of mentors that shaped his path and the challenges he overcame to graduate and serve his country to now running for office, Bobby has lived a life of achievements - including hugging George W. Bush on his graduation ceremony - in the Navy and is now looking at getting back to the community.

And learn more about his work running for Fayette County Commissioner District #2 here: https://bobbyjones2024.com/

Join Brandon Ansley as he hosts Spencer Broome, an innovator behind Surf ATL, who shares his inspiring journey from Myrtle Beach to revolutionizing real estate and digital marketing in Atlanta. Discover how Spencer’s passion for surfing shaped his career and led to the creation of a unique, surfing-focused project that challenges the conventional approaches to real estate development. In this insightful discussion, Spencer reflects on his southern roots, his educational ventures at Clemson University, and his professional development in the dynamic world of digital marketing. Learn about his early fascination with surfing in South Florida, his achievements in building a thriving digital marketing agency with national retail clients like Grammarly and Home Depot, and his commitment to nurturing a work environment that prioritizes people and their growth.

Join Brandon Ansley in a fascinating conversation with Tommy Milner, who shares his extraordinary journey from a classical languages student to becoming CEO of industry giants like Remington Firearms and Cabela's. Discover how Tommy's relentless work ethic, skills in salesmanship, and unique approach to leadership propelled him to the top of the corporate ladder, despite never having taken a business class. Learn from Tommy's insights on the importance of listening, the power of kindness, and his transition from banking to sales, eventually leading major companies and serving on the board of Best Buy.

Join Brandon Ansley in a revealing conversation with Jeff Rutt, the visionary CEO of Keystone Custom Homes and founder of Hope International. Discover the journey of a man who has built not only homes but also hope across the globe. From starting a homebuilding company that stands as a testament to quality and innovation to founding a nonprofit organization committed to breaking the cycle of poverty, learn about the origins of Keystone Custom Homes, the mission behind Hope International, and the profound impact these ventures have had on communities worldwide. An inspiring story of entrepreneurship coupled with humanitarianism, showcasing how one individual's vision can lead to substantial change in both the industry and in people's lives.

Join Brandon Ansley in conversation with award-winning TV producer, Brant Pinvidic, author behind "The 3-Minute Rule." Discover how Brant's groundbreaking approach to concise and impactful communication has revolutionized the way we convey messages, from Hollywood pitches to everyday interactions. Uncover the pivotal moment that led Brant from TV production to authoring a New York Times Bestseller, sharing the universe of effective persuasion.

Brandon Ansley hosts an intimate conversation with former pro athlete Brandon Lowery. Uncover how an unexpected turn deeply influenced Lowery's journey from aspiring skateboarder to soccer star, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. Lowery shares candidly about the trials and triumphs of professional sports, offering a rare glimpse into the mindset and resilience required to excel both on and off the field. Discover the transformative lessons learned through adversity and how these insights have propelled him to success in new endeavors beyond athletics. Join us for a powerful discussion on transcending challenges and redefining personal success.