In this episode, Clint sits down with Veer Gidwaney, the founder and CEO of Ansel Health, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the mission behind Ansel Health. Veer shares insights into the challenges of the U.S. healthcare system, the importance of supplemental health insurance, and how his company aims to alleviate the financial burden of health distress.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Veer's Background and Entrepreneurial Journey
00:37 - The Mission of Ansel Health
01:08 - Challenges in the Healthcare System
01:51 - Understanding Supplemental Health Insurance
03:21 - The State of Healthcare in the U.S.
05:28 - Leadership Lessons and Company Culture
07:13 - Managing Stress and Work-Life Balance
08:19 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
09:33 - The Role of AI in Insurance
11:27 - Advice for Success
12:19 - Reading Recommendations
13:31 - Finding Purpose and Motivation
14:11 - Learning from Failure
15:09 - Company Values
17:32 - The State of the Economy
19:08 - The Importance of Giving Chances
20:23 - Closing Remarks

In this episode, we sit down with Dinakar Munagala, the co-founder and CEO of Blaize, a pioneering company in the realm of physical world AI. Blaize is revolutionizing industries such as agriculture, healthcare, smart cities, and defense with their novel chip processor architecture and software solutions.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Dinakar's background and Blaize's mission
01:02 - The rise of AI and its impact on various industries
03:23 - AI's potential to transform jobs and productivity
04:11 - Advice for CEOs on implementing AI
06:40 - A day in the life of Blaize's CEO
08:08 - Leadership and managing a hybrid workforce
10:05 - Democratizing AI and making it accessible
12:34 - Downsides and risks of AI
13:51 - Reading recommendations and staying informed
15:09 - Economic perspectives and navigating challenges
16:03 - The importance of mentorship and support

In this episode, we sit down with Max Ma, the founder and CEO of 7thOnline, a company revolutionizing the retail industry with cutting-edge AI solutions. Max shares his incredible journey from identifying inefficiencies in the retail supply chain to building a global enterprise that partners with top brands like Birkenstock, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Patagonia.

Timestamps:
00:06 - Introduction and Background
00:21 - Founding 7thOnline
01:26 - Business Evolution and Leadership
03:25 - Daily Routine and AI Integration
04:54 - AI in Retail and Supply Chain
06:30 - AI Growth and Industry Impact
08:21 - Moving Beyond Excel
09:55 - Work-Life Balance
11:15 - Reading Recommendations
13:32 - Economic Outlook and Tariffs
15:00 - Mentorship and Support
16:39 - Closing Remarks

In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of Solutions by Text, Dave Baxter,  to hear his incredible journey — from turning down a board seat to leading one of the most innovative companies in fintech.

Dave shares how he scaled a small, founder-led family business into a fintech powerhouse by combining mobile messaging, AI, and compliance-driven solutions for the financial industry. We dive into his leadership lessons, the lonely reality of being a first-time CEO, how he leverages AI to drive better outcomes for clients, and how he balances family, work, and personal growth along the way.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:06 - Dave's Background and Career Path
02:08 - The Aha Moment and Vision for Solutions by Text
06:45 - Leadership Lessons Learned
10:38 - AI Integration in Solutions by Text
13:39 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
16:15 - Reading Recommendations
18:34 - The Importance of Mentorship
22:00 - Closing Remarks

In this episode, Clint sits down with Somia Farid Silber. They dive into the incredible journey of how a young girl dipping strawberries in her family's store grew up to become the CEO of one of the most recognizable gifting brands in the world — Edible Arrangements.

She shares how she’s leading the next chapter of the company, from expanding into new wellness markets with Edibles.com to innovating the in-store experience with Edible Next Gen. We also discuss leadership lessons, balancing family and business, using AI to personalize customer experiences, and how to future-proof a brand in both retail and e-commerce.

Timestamps:
00:07 - Introduction and Early Business Experience
01:32 - Running a Family Business
02:48 - Launch of Edibles.com
04:37 - Sourcing and Product Selection
05:08 - Integrating AI in Business
07:20 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
08:28 - Mental Health and Well-being Strategies
09:48 - Impact of Tariffs
11:18 - Leadership Lessons
12:29 - Brick and Mortar vs. E-commerce
14:36 - Customer Response to Cannabis Industry Entry
15:44 - The Importance of Giving Chances
16:52 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude

In this episode, Clint sits down with Joe Davis, the former head of BCG North America and author of "The Generous Leader: Seven Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone's Gain." Joe shares his journey, leadership philosophy, and the inspiration behind his book. We dive into what it means to be a generous leader, the importance of connecting with your team, and how to thrive in uncertain times.

Timestamps: 
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Why Joe wrote "The Generous Leader"
01:43 - What is a generous leader?
02:32 - Joe's leadership philosophy
04:02 - Joe's career journey at BCG
06:25 - The impact of AI on consulting
10:02 - Leadership and personal impact
13:27 - Balancing work and family life
17:14 - Reading recommendations
19:08 - Challenging leadership moments
22:07 - The importance of giving chances

Welcome to another episode of our podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Steve Blue, the President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, a global supplier of diverse technology products and systems. With 26 years at the helm, Steve has grown the company's EBITDA by seven times without using outside capital.

Join us as Steve shares his journey from being a divisional general manager to leading Miller Ingenuity, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the challenges of transforming an established organization. He also discusses the significance of cash management, the role of philanthropy in business, and how to effectively manage a board of directors.


Steve also touches on the impact of AI in manufacturing, the importance of strategic planning, and his experiences co-authoring books with Jack Canfield. Whether you're a seasoned CEO or an aspiring leader, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.


Timestamps:
00:06 - Introduction and Background
00:18 - Overview of Miller Ingenuity
01:02 - Becoming CEO
02:05 - Achievements and Growth
02:34 - Leadership and Culture Change
03:12 - Funding and Financial Strategy
04:36 - Importance of Company Culture
06:02 - Building and Sustaining Culture
09:12 - Employee Empowerment
10:31 - Hiring Process and Employee Engagement
11:26 - Profit-Driven Incentives
13:13 - Community Engagement and Philanthropy
16:44 - Typical Day as CEO
18:10 - Managing the Board
22:09 - Impact of Tariffs
24:46 - Strategic Planning and Cash Management
27:27 - Book Co-Authorship with Jack Canfield
29:33 - Unlocking Success Book Overview
32:21 - Integration of AI
34:44 - Reading Recommendations
37:13 - Final Question: Who Gave You a Chance?

In this episode, Clint sits down with Ahmed Khattak, the founder and CEO of U.S. Mobile, to discuss his incredible journey from Pakistan to leading one of the most innovative wireless connectivity platforms in the U.S.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Ahmed's background and inspiration for U.S. Mobile
02:11 - Challenges of getting a cell phone as an immigrant
03:16 - The role of immigrants in the wireless connectivity space
04:07 - How U.S. Mobile operates on top of major U.S. networks
06:38 - Funding and growth journey of U.S. Mobile
09:18 - Customer base and global reach
12:22 - Marketing strategies and the power of Reddit
16:20 - Integrating AI into U.S. Mobile
19:06 - A day in the life of Ahmed Khattak
21:10 - Building a business in the U.S. and New York
23:02 - Reading recommendations and the importance of history
25:34 - Leadership lessons as a CEO
28:29 - The importance of giving and receiving chances

In this episode, Clint sits down with Kerim Kfuri, the CEO of Atlas Network, a global supply chain solutions company with over 20 years of experience. Kerim shares his journey from consulting and regulatory roles to leading a company that helps businesses of all sizes navigate the complexities of the global supply chain.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Atlas Network
00:57 - Kerim's journey to becoming CEO
03:08 - Leadership lessons in supply chain management
05:08 - Navigating tariffs and trade challenges
06:35 - The role of AI in supply chains
08:31 - Energy implications of AI
10:51 - Future of tariffs and trade agreements
12:50 - Kerim's daily routine
13:52 - Reading recommendations
14:45 - Kerim's legacy and moral compass
15:35 - The chance that changed Kerim's life

In this episode of The CEO.com Show, Clint Betts sits down with Ken Rusk, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. Ken defied the odds by achieving Wall Street Journal bestseller status with his book, "Blue Collar Cash." He also hosts the podcast "Comfort, Peace, and Freedom" and offers a course titled "The Path to a Successful Life."
Ken shares his fascinating journey from being a proud ditch digger to leading a successful company with 200 employees. He discusses the importance of blue-collar work, the value of a clear vision, and the power of goal setting. Ken also touches on the impact of AI on blue-collar jobs and the significance of lifelong learning.

Timestamps:
00:06 - Introduction to Ken Rusk
00:43 - Ken Rusk's Blue Collar Beginnings
01:33 - The Importance of Blue-Collar Work
03:13 - The College Controversy
05:43 - Vision and Goal Setting for Leaders
07:28 - Creating Personal Visions
09:43 - Response to Blue Collar Cash
11:27 - Lifelong Learning and Hard Work
13:48 - Focusing on What Truly Matters
15:11 - The Impact of AI on Blue-Collar Jobs
16:49 - Ken Rusk's Course and Its Purpose
18:25 - Motivation for Donating Course Proceeds
20:04 - Ken Rusk's Legacy
21:03 - The Importance of Giving Chances
21:56 - Closing Remarks and Website Promotion