Jess's Story:

Jess Cox is an impact strategist, legacy advisor, and founder of Impact Loop.

She helps entrepreneurs and families align resources with purpose by connecting people, capital, and causes.

Her path began with B Corp advisory work in New Zealand, where she realised many leaders want a legacy they’re proud of but need a practical roadmap.

A string of striking synchronicities — from journaled intentions to a birthday spent on a private island with impact-driven founders — affirmed her role as a connector.

Working with UHNW families, founders, and operators, she now bridges intention and implementation across philanthropy, venture, and systems-level projects.

Jess sees business as inherently spiritual: a vehicle to create from purpose, guided by intuition and sharpened by disciplined execution.

Impact Loop is evolving into a platform and global network of fractional experts, so purposeful projects can access exactly the talent and resources they need, when they need them.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How to turn “legacy” into a plan: map your resources (financial, human, social, time) to the change you want to see.

A simple intuition practice: notice “whisper” ideas, test them fast, and separate fear from genuine gut wisdom.

The four kinds of luck (blind, hustle, preparation, unique) — and how to engineer more of them.

Practical ways to uncover purpose: eulogy writing, childhood passions, and rapid trial-and-error “small bets.”

How to fund or join high-leverage impact: from ocean science tech to access-to-justice platforms.

Connect with Jess Cox:

https://www.impactloop.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesscoxnz/ 

Eric Lochtefeld. Eric is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist who has founded nearly 30 companies and exited more than a dozen. Drawing on decades of experience in live entertainment, education, real estate, and personal development, Eric has built a career that blends business success with a passion for helping others realise their dreams.

Eric’s guidance and mentorship have had a profound impact on me personally in discovering my own path — I truly wouldn’t be here without him. That’s why it’s such a privilege to share his story with you.

After transitioning from running one of Silicon Valley’s most recognized theater and event venues, Eric co-founded Bliss Champions, a coaching venture created to help entrepreneurs navigate life after an exit and rediscover their joy. Today, he continues to guide leaders while also developing hospitality ventures in Hawai‘i and pursuing new bliss journeys of his own.

In our conversation, you’ll learn:

Why financial and time freedom aren’t enough without joy.

How to avoid falling back into old roles after an exit.

The mindset shifts needed to start fresh with beginner’s mind.

How clarity helps break through fear and get unstuck.

Why listening to your soul is more powerful than following your ego.

Thank you Eric for sharing your wisdom, your stories, and your vision of life and business led by Bliss.

Connect with Eric: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericlochtefeld/

https://www.hamakuahotel.com/ 

Matthew’s Story:

In this episode of Business Love Stories, I sit down with serial entrepreneur Matthew Blesso, founder of Blesso Properties, Shift Esperanza, and multiple ventures in hospitality and real estate.

From buying his first apartment in New York to designing a Manhattan penthouse that made the New York Times front page, Matthew’s career looked like a textbook success story.

But after years of building bigger and more ambitious projects, he realised success alone wasn’t enough.

That insight set him on a journey of self-love, purpose, and eventually to leading Shift Esperanza, a regenerative living community in Costa Rica where real estate development is about healing people, land, and local communities.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Why big goals don’t always lead to lasting fulfilment — and what does.

How to spot when ambition is helping you vs. when it’s harming you.

Simple practices to grow genuine self-love and resilience.

How to align both joy in your work and a deeper purpose.

What it takes to build businesses and communities that give back more than they take.

Connect with Matthew:

ShiftEsperanza.com

Instagram: @shiftesperanza

In this powerful episode we sit down with John Shearer, a passionate advocate for mental health, suicide prevention, and the power of personal storytelling. John’s remarkable life journey — from surviving a devastating truck crash and enduring 15 years in the mental health system, to discovering mindfulness, spirituality, and purpose — offers profound lessons for dads and coaches alike.

John’s work has touched millions through live talks, documentaries, radio, podcasts, and more. As the founder of mindfullymad.org, John champions authentic, unscripted conversations around mental health, helping others reclaim their lives by embracing mindfulness and rewriting their inner stories.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Stand-Out Moments:

John’s Gift for Listeners:

Connect with John Shearer:

Listen Now:

If you’re a dad who’s ever felt stuck, stressed, or unsure how to balance your own inner work with showing up fully for your kids, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

Welcome to the Dads Who Coach podcast! In our very first episode, we have the privilege of hosting Perry Gladstone, an extraordinary coach who guides exceptional individuals through their life’s transitions.

What sets Perry apart is his unique ability to blend empathy with strategy, helping elite leaders—be it entrepreneurs, athletes, or artists—tap into their potential and redefine their paths.

Perry’s journey as a former record holder in free diving and a celebrated recording artist adds a multifaceted edge to his coaching acumen, making him an ideal mentor for those seeking to elevate their lives.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Stand-Out Moments:

Call to Action: Interested in diving deeper into self-discovery and transition under Perry’s expert guidance?

Connect with Perry Gladstone by visiting his website at perrygladstone.com, or reach out via email at [email protected] or follow him on LinkedIn for updates.

Perry’s approach is both confidential and personal, ensuring a customized experience tailored to your unique journey.

What happens when you've got the dream job, the big title, and the freedom to live anywhere — but your soul starts to die?

In this episode of the Dads Who Coach Podcast, I sit down with Matt Wilson, former venture capital partner turned executive coach for FinTech CEOs, to explore how letting go of a “perfect-on-paper” life led him to rediscover what truly lights him up.

From leading in the military and scaling startups to walking away from it all in search of deeper meaning, Matt shares a vulnerable and powerful story of realignment — from strategy to soul work.

-> Why success can still leave you feeling stuck

This conversation is a must-listen for any dad or coach who's ever wondered if there's more — and how to find the courage to go after it.

Enjoy!

What does it look like to parent and lead from a place of deep inner awareness?

In this episode of the Dads Who Coach Podcast, I sit down with coach, mindfulness practitioner, and father of two, Steve Toelupe. Steve became a dad at 21, and that moment changed everything — sparking a lifelong journey of self-coaching, early childhood education, and helping others find clarity, purpose, and peace.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Steve brings a calm presence, a deep well of lived wisdom, and a beautiful reminder that your true nature is love — and you’re already enough.

Enjoy :)

How do you really heal from childhood trauma and start feeling like you're enough — just as you are?

In this episode of the Dads Who Coach Podcast, I sit down with mindset coach and podcast host Joel Dimond, who brings raw honesty, lived experience, and spiritual insight to the table.

Joel shares his journey from new dad and delivery driver, through a mental health crisis and bipolar diagnosis, to becoming a powerful guide for others navigating trauma, anxiety, and inner child work.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

What triggered Joel’s diagnosis — and how he turned it into purpose

How stillness and self-inquiry helped him meet his inner child

Why trauma is relative and how every human carries it

Parenting lessons that help you rewrite your own story as you raise your kids

Why “being enough” might be the most powerful affirmation of all

Joel also shares a wild spiritual moment during a psychotic episode that involved visions, a calling, and an unexpected message from someone across the globe. You have to hear this.

What if the most important question you asked yourself each morning wasn’t what you need to do, but who you want to be?

In this episode of The Dads Who Coach Podcast, I sit down with Jeff Mull—a leadership, life, and marriage coach who helps people take ownership of their lives by shifting from a mindset of default to one of intentionality.

We talk about:

Jeff’s story, especially witnessing his parents separate and later reunite, fuels his deep belief in what’s possible—for relationships, leadership, and life.

Huge thanks to Jeff Mull for bringing so much heart, humility, and wisdom to this conversation. 🙌

In this episode of The Dads Who Coach Podcast, we sit down with Chuck Keller, a Christian life coach dedicated to helping men and women overcome fear, doubt, and insecurity so they can lead lives filled with clarity, confidence, faith, and purpose.

Chuck’s journey from a long-term sales career to coaching wasn’t a straightforward one—it required faith, resilience, and a deep understanding of personal values. Now, he helps others align their goals and decisions with their core beliefs, guiding them toward transformation through faith-based coaching.

✅ How Chuck transitioned from a 20+ year sales career into coaching—and the fears and doubts he had to overcome.

🎙️ Chuck’s personal story of stepping into coaching—and why it felt both terrifying and natural.

🌍 Website: InspiredEdgeCoaching.com