CEO Podcast | For Leaders & Learners

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint sits down with Joe Mercorella, the CEO of Lumary. Lumary is a groundbreaking company in the disability and aged care sector in Australia. Discover how he combined his passion for technology and meaningful work to create a company that aims to enable sustainable healthcare globally.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Initial Impressions
00:20 - Guest Introduction and Company Overview
00:36 - Combining Passion with Entrepreneurship
00:59 - Journey to Lumary and Initial Steps
01:31 - Vision for Sustainable Healthcare
01:42 - Clarifying Company Name: Lumary
02:01 - Early Work in Disability Sector
02:23 - Australian Government Reforms in 2014
02:45 - Challenges in the Disability Sector
03:16 - Non-Profit Organizations in Australia
03:53 - Government Mandates and Market Conservatism
04:14 - Adoption of Cloud Technology
04:45 - Foundation Clients and Market Advocacy
05:00 - Impact of Cloud Technology
05:33 - Paper-Based Systems in Various Sectors
06:13 - Building a Company in Australia
06:45 - Entrepreneurial Spirit in Different Australian Cities
07:17 - Challenges and Support for Young Entrepreneurs
08:17 - Venture Ecosystem in Australia
09:01 - Raising Capital and VC Engagement
10:05 - Staying in Adelaide vs. Moving to Bigger Cities
11:02 - Building Locally and Community Impact
11:44 - Expanding into International Markets
12:05 - Challenges of Entering the US Market
12:26 - Simplifying Market Entry Concerns
12:58 - Product Development and Market Leadership
13:30 - Finding Trustworthy People in New Markets
14:07 - Perception of Australian vs. US Companies
15:01 - Impact of AI on the Sector
15:54 - Importance of a Solid Foundation for AI Integration
16:37 - Internal Use of AI for Efficiency
17:08 - Blueprint for Proficient Business Operations
17:53 - Ethics and Marketing of AI
18:26 - Internal Efficiency Improvements with AI
19:40 - Typical Day Across Time Zones
20:33 - Staying Grounded: Family and Faith
21:58 - Reading and Learning Interests
23:36 - Australian Perspective on US Politics
24:20 - Views on US Political Polarization
25:07 - Term Limits and Political Stability
26:09 - Predictability in Political Systems
27:00 - Economic Influence and Market Analysis
28:11 - Fiat System and Crypto Discussion
29:14 - State System and Regional Differences
30:08 - Final Question: Who Gave You a Chance?
30:22 - Family Influence and Entrepreneurial Spirit
30:56 - Closing Remarks and Appreciation

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint welcomes Nicole Sahin, the visionary CEO and founder of Globalization Partners (GP). Nicole shares her incredible journey of building a company that revolutionizes global employment, making it easier for businesses to hire talent from anywhere in the world.
Nicole dives deep into how GP operates in over 180 countries, providing a seamless platform for companies to manage legal, HR, and tax complexities. She also discusses the transformative power of AI in their operations and the exciting launch of their new AI product.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:26 - Nicole's journey to founding GP
00:47 - How GP simplifies global employment
02:43 - Expanding to 180 countries
03:26 - The role of AI in GP's operations
05:41 - Democratizing opportunity globally
08:02 - Nicole's book and key insights
09:04 - Speaking at the World Economic Forum
10:41 - The future of AI and its impact on humanity
11:54 - Nicole's daily routine and reading recommendations
13:48 - Maintaining company culture across countries
16:34 - Staying motivated as a leader
18:06 - The evolving role of CEOs in society
19:44 - Traits of a successful leader
21:08 - Who gave Nicole a chance

Clint recently interviewed Amanda Holmes, the CEO of Chet Holmes International, to discuss her incredible journey from being a singer-songwriter to leading a renowned sales and marketing training company. Amanda shares her personal story of inheriting the company at the age of 24 after her father's passing and how she managed to increase leads by 1176% in her first year as CEO.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Amanda's Background
00:21 - Transition to CEO of Chet Holmes International
01:03 - Battling Adversity and Taking Over the Company
01:50 - Hurricane Alert and Amanda's Dedication
02:31 - Achievements as CEO
03:03 - Key Strategies for Success
04:02 - Condolences and Personal Connection to Cancer
04:33 - Overview of Chet Holmes International
05:03 - Business Success Statistics
05:28 - Skills for Scaling a Business
06:11 - Mastery and Focus in Business
06:52 - Essential Business Skills
07:03 - Time Management Secrets
07:24 - Identifying Quality Clients
07:45 - Effective Messaging in Marketing
08:28 - Importance of Buying the Book
08:41 - Impact of AI on Sales
09:25 - Human Element in AI-Driven Sales
11:25 - Increasing Importance of Human Connection
12:37 - Amanda's Daily Routine and Time Management
16:43 - Keynotes and Training Events
18:29 - Final Thoughts and Gratitude
19:09 - Acknowledging Support and Guidance

In this episode, Clint sits down with Mike, the CEO and founder of Brightwave, to explore the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence on investment research. Brightwave is an innovative platform that leverages AI to enhance human cognition and streamline investment workflows. Mike shares his journey, insights, and the future of AI in trading and investment.

Timestamps:
00:09 - Introduction and Background of Mike and Brightwave
00:30 - Overview of Brightwave's AI-Powered Investment Research
01:12 - Human Judgment vs. AI in Investment Decisions
02:04 - Market Efficiency and AI Limitations
03:00 - Historical Comparison: Accountants and Computational Spreadsheets
04:11 - Mike's Career and Decision to Found Brightwave
06:00 - Early Work with Language Models and Databricks
07:02 - Open Source vs. Closed Source AI Debate
09:14 - Future of AI: Agentic Tool Use and Long-Term Predictions
11:59 - AI's Impact on Employment and Professional Work
13:01 - Future of Trading Platforms in the Age of AI
14:49 - Rise of Retail Trading and Democratization of Technology
16:00 - Disillusionment and the American Dream
17:08 - A Day in the Life of Brightwave's CEO
19:41 - Mike's Reading Preferences and Recommendations
20:47 - Mental Health and Loneliness in Entrepreneurship
23:42 - Importance of Human Connection in the Age of AI
24:31 - Building and Defining Company Culture at Brightwave
27:23 - Staying Motivated as a CEO
29:20 - Decision to Work In-Person vs. Remote
30:44 - Preparing for 2025 and Capital Efficiency
31:57 - Reflecting on Who Gave Mike a Chance
33:02 - Shoutout to Investors and Closing Remarks

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint sits down with Anushka, the CEO of Nanit, to discuss how their groundbreaking smart baby monitor is transforming the parenting experience. Nanit’s Pro Camera uses advanced computer vision technology to provide parents with personalized insights and smart alerts on their child's sleep, breathing, speech, and developmental milestones.

Anushka shares the inspiring story behind Nanit, founded by two dads who wanted to leverage their expertise in computer vision to help parents get more sleep. She also delves into her own journey from working at Rent the Runway to leading Nanit, and how her passion for consumer technology and data-rich businesses has driven her career.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:09 - Anushka’s background and journey to Nanit
00:23 - Overview of Nanit’s smart baby monitor
01:05 - The benefits of better sleep for families
01:21 - How Nanit’s technology works
02:06 - The founding story of Nanit
02:28 - Anushka’s career at Rent the Runway
03:23 - The challenges of modern parenting
04:01 - The future of AI in consumer tech
06:29 - Integrating AI in product and business operations
07:41 - Expanding Nanit’s technology beyond baby monitoring
08:44 - A day in the life of a CEO
09:40 - Reading recommendations
10:55 - Building company culture and hybrid work models
12:37 - The importance of in-person collaboration
14:07 - The state of consumer tech and economic outlook
17:28 - Balancing product development and customer feedback
19:07 - Staying grounded as a leader
20:05 - The role of empathy in leadership
21:25 - The importance of giving and receiving opportunities

In this episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint sits down with RJ Pittman, the Chairman and CEO of Matterport. RJ shares his incredible journey through the tech industry, from his early days in startups to holding key positions at Google, Apple, and eBay. Discover how his passion for technology and real estate led him to Matterport, a company revolutionizing the way we interact with physical spaces through 3D digital twins.

Timestamps:
00:09 - Introduction to RJ Pittman
00:21 - RJ's impressive resume in tech
00:53 - RJ's early entrepreneurial journey
02:48 - Full circle experience at Apple
05:00 - The rapid advancement of technology
06:26 - The resilience of Silicon Valley
09:09 - The importance of Silicon Valley for startups
14:43 - What is Matterport?
20:14 - The growth and impact of Matterport
24:44 - Utilizing AI and spatial data at Matterport
30:12 - The importance of customer interaction
39:38 - Who gave RJ a chance?

Clint recently sat down with Katy Carrigan, the CEO of Goody, a groundbreaking gifting platform that has revolutionized the way we celebrate and appreciate each other, both personally and professionally. Katie shares her journey from joining Goody as Head of Sales to becoming the CEO, and how the company pivoted from a consumer-focused app to a robust B2B platform.

Timestamps:
00:09 - Introduction and Background
00:22 - Origin of Goody
01:06 - Pivot to B2B
01:50 - Transition to CEO
03:01 - Platform Tweaks and Growth
03:45 - Preparing for Holiday Season
05:40 - Secret Santa and Creative Uses
07:54 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
09:16 - AI Integration and Efficiency
10:43 - Product Selection Criteria
12:01 - Leadership Lessons
13:27 - Personal Life and Decompression
14:06 - Navigating Macroeconomic Trends
16:00 - Acknowledging Mentors and Opportunities

In this episode, Clint chats with Gary Hoberman, the CEO and founder of Uncork, about his remarkable journey from Wall Street to revolutionizing software development with a no-code platform. Gary shares his insights on the challenges of maintaining legacy systems and how Uncork aims to eliminate technical debt, allowing businesses to create applications that continuously improve without the burden of maintenance. He discusses the importance of democratizing technology for entrepreneurs and startups, the latest innovations from Uncork, and the personal experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial spirit.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Gary and Uncork
00:19 - Gary's Engineering Background
01:02 - Corporate Journey on Wall Street
02:04 - Realization of Legacy Issues
03:49 - Founding Uncork
04:32 - Vision for Software Maintenance
05:16 - Overcoming Legacy System Challenges
06:20 - Removing Barriers to Innovation
08:05 - Uncork's Unique Approach
09:03 - Impact on Major Corporations
10:05 - Open Standards vs. Vendor Lock-in
10:39 - Uncork's Mission-Critical Applications
11:00 - Advice for SaaS CEOs
12:00 - Uncork as an Application Engine
13:04 - No-Code Revolution Explained
14:07 - Building Software Without Code
18:06 - Recent Major Release Overview
19:12 - Implications for Entrepreneurs and Startups
23:04 - Personal Projects and Incubator Initiatives
26:04 - Typical Day in Gary's Life
28:34 - Future Collaboration and Events
29:09 - Acknowledging Influential Figures

In this exciting episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint sits down with Josh Liss and Rob Bralver, the co-founders of DreamFlare AI, an innovative entertainment platform that merges gaming and storytelling through interactive shows powered by AI. Discover how DreamFlare is revolutionizing the way we consume content, creating a unique space for creators and audiences alike.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to DreamFlare AI
00:20 - What is DreamFlare?
01:31 - Founding Story of DreamFlare
02:42 - Josh's Background and Experience
05:16 - Comparing DreamFlare to Netflix
06:40 - The Future of Content Creation
09:27 - Content Acquisition and IP
10:10 - Differentiating in a Crowded Market
11:00 - Tips for Aspiring Creators
13:19 - Tech Stack for Content Creation
14:33 - DreamFlare's Focus on Interactivity
15:35 - Types of Content: Spins and Flips
18:40 - The Excitement of New Opportunities
20:17 - The Rise of Solo Filmmakers
21:31 - Monetization for Creators
22:46 - The Future of Editing and Production
23:15 - Recommended Content on DreamFlare
25:18 - The Potential for AI-Generated Games
26:12 - The Importance of Creative Skills
29:04 - Vision for the Future of DreamFlare
30:27 - Personal Reflections on Opportunities
31:52 - Closing Thoughts and Future Progress

In this episode, host Clint Betts sits down with Ryan Westwood, the dynamic CEO of Fullcast, to explore the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship and leadership. After successfully selling his previous company, Simplus, Ryan shares his journey back into the CEO role and the passion that drives him to build something extraordinary.

Timestamps:
00:10 - Being CEO Again and the Thrill of Entrepreneurship
01:40 - The Importance of Values and Passion in Leadership
04:10 - Finding Fullcast: A Focus on Revenue Operations
07:50 - Navigating the Economy and Succeeding in Any Environment
10:25 - Raising Capital to Buy Fullcast
12:30 - Building Long-Term Relationships with Investors
17:40 - The Talented Founding Team at Fullcast
19:15 - Partnering with Epic Ventures
22:30 - Choosing the Right Investors and Avoiding Regret
24:50 - The Sacrifices of Being a Fanatical CEO
29:00 - Finding Balance and Being Present with Family
33:45 - Prioritizing Health as a CEO
38:30 - The Daily Routine of a High-Performing CEO
41:50 - Utah’s Entrepreneurial Shift and the Next Generation of Leaders
45:40 - Utah’s Spirit of Generosity and Community
50:30 - Staying Focused on Mission in a Changing Cultural Landscape
54:00 - Long-Term Vision for Fullcast and Future Goals
57:00 - A Chance Given: Ryan’s Grandfather’s Influence