Chasing The Insights

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Business Relationship Strategist Melissa Snow.

Melissa talks to us about how to love networking.

Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women to thrive in entrepreneurship. She has established and grown three successful businesses and now, as the founder and CEO of Powerful Women Rising, LLC, she leads a vibrant membership community that provides women with invaluable support and resources for business growth. Melissa is focused on changing the face of networking to encourage more genuine connections and less "salesy weirdo" tactics.

Melissa's core values of authenticity and integrity permeate every aspect of her work. She possesses a unique talent for networking authentically, rejecting any salesy pretenses in favor of fostering sincere relationships.

She is an author, speaker and trainer and hosts the popular "Powerful Women Rising" podcast. She lives in Colorado Springs with her husband, two dogs, three cats and a multitude of foster kittens. She loves hot yoga, True Crime and buying books she'll never actually read.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to marketing expert Lori Turner-Wilson.

Lori talks to us about the 12 battles in mindset that every CEO and senior marketing leader must overcome.

Lori Turner-Wilson isn't just at the helm of RedRover Sales & Marketing Strategy as its CEO and co-founder; she's a trailblazer reshaping the marketing field.

With a storied career spanning over three decades, Lori has been pivotal in crafting marketing strategies that yield measurable and substantial results.

Her leadership has propelled RedRover to a distinguished position as one of just two full-service B2B marketing firms in the US with the courage to offer a true ROI guarantee to its clients, earning the firm the moniker: "The Results-Guaranteed Agency."

Lori's seminal work—her latest international best-selling book, The B2B Marketing Revolution™: A Battle Plan for Guaranteed Outcomes—encapsulates her philosophy and the revolutionary approach that has disrupted conventional marketing wisdom.

Since founding RedRover in 2006, she has dedicated herself to refining a methodology that leverages in-depth market research to forge marketing strategies that are not only effective and efficient but also ensure predictable outcomes. This methodology, known as the 12 Battles™ Framework, has been the cornerstone for countless companies, providing them with a powerful arsenal for success.

Lori is driven by a profound commitment to bolstering mid-market companies, equipping them to compete effectively with much larger enterprises.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to International 2X Best Selling Author Lisa Skinner.

Lisa talks to us about The Write Way: Mastering the Book Creation Process.

International 2X Best Selling Author Lisa Skinner is a behavioral specialist with expertise in Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.

In her 30+year career working with family members and caregivers, Lisa has taught them how to successfully navigate the many challenges that accompany this heartbreaking disease.

Lisa is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a Certified Dementia Care Trainer through the Alzheimer's Association, and a Certified Dementia Care Program Director, as well as the internationally recognized podcast host of the Truth, Lies, & Alzheimer's Show. She also holds a degree in Human Behavior.

Her latest book, "Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's – Its Secret Faces" continues Skinner's quest of working with dementia-related illnesses and teaching families and caregivers how to better understand the daunting challenges of brain disease.

Her 2 x #1 Best-selling book and recipient of the Living Now Award, "Not All Who Wander Need Be Lost," was written at their urging.

As someone who has had eight family members diagnosed with dementia, Lisa Skinner has found her calling in helping others through the struggle they can have a better-quality relationship with their loved ones through education and offering workshops on counter-intuitive solutions and tools to help people effectively manage the symptoms of brain disease.

Lisa is an internationally recognized TEDx speaker and has appeared on many international, national and regional media broadcasts, including a feature in Forbes Celebrity Magazine and on the NASDAQ Times Square Bulletin Display. Lisa helps explain behaviors caused by dementia, encourages those who feel burdened, and gives practical advice on how to respond.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Speaker Coach Marla Press.

David talks to us about how to engage your audience of one or many.

Marla Press, Founder of Speakers on Fire Academy and the Superior Speakers Club, is a Public Speaking Coach, Life Coach, and Art of Presence™ Trainer. She coaches you to wow every room, so you magnetically attract more clients and wealth.

Marla's mission is to help you speak so people listen. She shows you how to grab attention, build trust, engage your audience, and inspire action.

Marla is the author of many books including "No Bull: Create the Richer You" and one of the select authors in the book "Cracking the Rich Code" which is endorsed by Tony Robbins.

In her small-group programs and 1:1 coaching, Marla uses cutting-edge speaking techniques, her psychology degree, energy work, and targeted intuition to help you grow your business fast. Marla's unique exercises help beginner and experienced speakers 10X their impact!

Whether you want to heat up your talk, ignite your compelling story, make your offers sizzle, fire up your cash flow, or you are ready to be "hot off The Press," Marla Press is your coach! Invite Marla to speak at your event and she will get your audience fired up while demonstrating solutions to their challenges. Her talks include "Let's Get Engaged! 10 Ways to Engage Your Audience & Attract Clients and Wealth" and "The Art of Presence: Connections that Authentically Lead to Cash."

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to innovation royalty David Sauers.

David talks to us about Innovation.

David Sauers is a seasoned entrepreneur and the co-founder of Royal Restrooms, a pioneering company that revolutionized the portable restroom industry.

With over 20 years of success, Royal Restrooms has redefined what portable sanitation can be, offering luxury restroom trailers equipped with climate control, running water, and sophisticated interiors.

David's vision transformed the industry by turning portable restrooms from a basic necessity into an elegant amenity, serving high-profile events, weddings, and festivals nationwide.

Beyond Royal Restrooms, David has continued to push the boundaries of innovation across multiple industries: • Pitch Perfect TVs: A forward-thinking venture providing outdoor entertainment solutions with premium portable TV setups for events and gatherings. • Savannah Bar Carts: A creative enterprise offering mobile bar solutions that combine functionality and style, perfect for weddings, parties, and corporate events. • Airy Transit Trailers: A company focused on crafting versatile and eye-catching concession and specialty trailers, designed for a wide range of business needs. • Kruger Bush Campers: Inspired by David's passion for adventure and travel, this brand offers rugged, off-road campers designed for exploration and overlanding, with a focus on functionality and durability for outdoor enthusiasts.

David's entrepreneurial journey is rooted in a relentless drive to innovate and improve. From enhancing life's most memorable moments with luxury restroom solutions to creating unique products for niche markets, he has built a portfolio of businesses that reflect his commitment to quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction.

David also places a strong emphasis on gratitude, community, and collaboration. Whether it's fostering lasting relationships with franchisees or staying connected to the communities his businesses serve, he believes in the power of teamwork and purpose-driven leadership to achieve success.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to entrepreneur and coach Rand Selig.

Rand talks to us about the requirements for building a successful business

Rand Selig is an accomplished entrepreneur, coach, scoutmaster, board member, and roll-up-your-sleeves conservationist.

He shares his extensive expertise in this book Thriving! : How to Create a Healthier, Happier, and More Prosperous Life.

With an MBA from Stanford and undergraduate degrees in mathematics and psychology, he excels at managing complex projects globally.

He is relentlessly positive and believes he can design his own life and others can, too. Based in Mill Valley, California, he enjoys life's adventures with his wife of 44 years.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to speaking expert Chris Nielson.

Chris talks to us about how to Improv your Business, Speaking and Life.

Chris Nielson combines his expertise in peak performance, sports psychology, and improvisational comedy to deliver captivating presentations and workshops across the world.

As the founder of Speaker Skills Plus and Communication Skills Plus, he has revolutionized gamified communication training, unlocking the true potential of effective communication.

With a focus on creating collaborative and creative cultures, Chris empowers individuals and teams to achieve peak performance.

He has worked with prestigious organizations like Microsoft, Intuit, Federal Reserve Bank, Sony, and more, fostering cooperation, communication, creativity, collaboration, and leadership.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to coach and speaker Jacob Hicks.

Jacob talks to us about systems to sell without selling.

Jacob Hicks is a seasoned coach and speaker with over 12 years of experience in sales, leadership, and personal development.

Drawing from a rich background of helping individuals and teams achieve sustainable growth, Jacob specializes in creating strategies that foster clarity, resilience, and success.

His relatable approach and actionable insights empower others to overcome challenges, embrace change, and unlock their true potential.

Whether coaching one-on-one or speaking to larger audiences, Jacob is passionate about guiding people toward their goals with confidence and purpose.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to author and entrepreneur Dan J. Berger.

Dan talks to us about belonging - in your personal life, in workplace culture, in marketing campaigns.

Dan J. Berger is an Israeli-American entrepreneur. His newest venture, Assemble Hospitality Group, is a lodging concept for corporate retreats. He previously founded and led Social Tables, an event planning software company, which was acquired by Blackstone-owned Cvent in 2018 for $100 million.

Dan is the recipient of numerous industry awards, including the Pacesetter Award from the Events Industry Council.

Dan holds a BA from Hunter College and an MBA from Georgetown University.

His book, The Quest — The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging — will be published by ForbesBooks later this year.

He lives with his wife and daughter in Boise, Idaho.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to prolific author Mike Robbins.

Mike talks to us about authenticity.

Mike Robbins is the author of five books, including, Bring Your Whole Self to Work and We're All in This Together.

He's a former pro baseball player whose playing career ended due to an injury.

For the past 24 years, he's been a sought-after motivational speaker who delivers keynotes and seminars for some of the top companies in the world. His clients include Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, Schwab, eBay, and the Oakland A's.

He and his work have been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, and The Wall Street Journal, as well as on ABC News and NPR.

He's a regular contributor to Forbes and his books have been translated into fifteen different languages.