In this episode of Business Speaks, we sit down with Fred Costa, Founder and CEO of MetaPhase Consulting, to break down his journey from consultant to building a thriving company. Fred shares how he made the leap into entrepreneurship, the challenges of scaling a business, and the lessons he’s learned leading a team and navigating growth. If you’re interested in consulting, startups, or what it really takes to build something from the ground up, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

In this episode of the Business Speaks Podcast, Kamran Sanghani and Cooper Stacey sit down with Libby Mendiratta, Executive Vice President and Co-Owner of Frisco Woodline, to explore leadership inside a legacy construction materials business. Libby shares her path from IT into a family-run company, lessons from building new divisions, and her work advancing women in construction through NAWIC. The conversation covers trades as a career path, certification strategy, culture, and what it takes to grow and lead in an often overlooked but essential industry.

In this episode of the Business Speaks Podcast, Kamran Sanghani and Cooper Stacey sit down with Kevin Rowe and Steven Bender, co-founders of Still Creek Insurance, to unpack the business behind one of the most overlooked yet essential industries. From home and auto insurance to residual revenue and long-term stability, Kevin and Steven share how they built, sold, and rebuilt insurance businesses while competing in the same market for years. They dive into early struggles, trust, acquisitions, private equity exits, and why insurance remains one of the most durable and recession-resistant business models out there. Along the way, they break down real-life risk, lessons for young people and first-time drivers, and timeless principles around trust, consistency, and long-term thinking. This episode challenges common misconceptions about insurance and shows why boring businesses can be some of the smartest ones to build.

In this episode, Cooper and Joey talk with young entrepreneurs Jack Cleveland and Brody Paul, co-founders of a fast-growing window-cleaning and power-washing business they launched in high school. Jack and Brody break down how they got started, early mistakes, skeptical customers, and what it’s like balancing school with running a legit business. They also share their future plans and advice for other teens who want to build something of their own.

In this episode, Hosts Kamran Sanghani, Joey Echeandia, and Cooper Stacey talk with entrepreneur Rahul Pandhi about how he got started, built his company, and eventually sold it. Rahul keeps it real, from the messy early days and first clients to the tough decisions that shaped his team and culture. He opens up about leadership, failure, resilience, and what it’s like to sell something you poured your whole life into.

Topics include:
• Rahul’s early inspiration and first steps into entrepreneurship• Mistakes, failures, and what they taught him• Growing a company without losing your values• The emotional side of selling a business• Leadership, purpose, and what comes next

In the Season 2 premiere of The Business Speaks Podcast, hosts Kam Sanghani and Cooper Stacey sit down with Dan Simons, co-founder of Founding Farmers and Farmers Restaurant Group — a mission-driven business with over eight restaurants, 1,600 employees, and $100M+ in annual sales.

Dan shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his first failed restaurant and living in his mother-in-law’s basement, to building one of the most respected restaurant groups in the country. He opens up about the power of knowing your “why,” the role of family support, leading through COVID pivots, and how purpose fuels long-term success.

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Roger Echeandia is the CEO and Founder of The Integration Company, leading a team of experts in designing, installing, maintaining, and operating complex integrated electronic security systems for both government and commercial sectors. In this episode, we dive into his humble beginnings as he moved from Peru to the US as a child, his service in the Army and how that has impacted him, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and advice for young entrepreneurs. This conversation gave us incredible insight from a true expert in his field and is one of our best episodes yet.

On this episode of the Business Speaks Podcast, we are joined by Bola Olusanya, the Vice President and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the Nature Conservancy. Mr. Olusanya, who has held many high level positions in endowment funds for various organizations and universities, shares his stories, experiences, and insights on building a diverse team, proper asset allocation, and the investment industry as a whole. Mr.Olusanya explains his own ideas on having your personal values align with the values of your organization and work life balance. Mr. Olusanya also speaks on industry specific concepts such as the ‘J-Curve’ in this not to be missed episode.

In this episode of the Business Speaks Podcast, we speak with entrepreneur and philanthropist Scott Cohen. As co-founder of Byte, he turned it into the top direct-to-consumer brand for oral care and invisible aligners. In 2021, Byte was acquired for over $1 billion, making it a rare “Unicorn” startup that reached a billion-dollar valuation in under three years without outside funding.

Tune in as he shares his thoughts on the age-old debate of whether entrepreneurs are born or made, shares his strategies for building a successful brand, and shares his process for assembling a high-performing team. Packed with invaluable wisdom, this episode is a must-listen for innovators and entrepreneurs. 

To start the second season of the Business Speaks Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Bahram Nasehi, a visionary entrepreneur, business strategist, and doctor. As the CEO of Dulles Glass, a rapidly growing company with over 150 employees, and the owner of a thriving dental practice, Dr. Nasehi has mastered the art of building successful ventures across many industries.

In this episode, Dr. Nasehi details his incredible journey—from launching a dental practice straight out of school to revitalizing distressed businesses and scaling them to new heights. Dr. Nasehi shares his boldest career moves, the lessons he’s learned, and invaluable insights for anyone aspiring to succeed in today’s complex business landscape. Packed with actionable advice and inspiration, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.