Chasing The Insights

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to twin sisters Jordan Truster and Jillian Reece.

Jordan and Jillian talk to us about the value of hobbies for entrepreneurs.

Jordan Truster and Jillian Reece are twin sisters who have been teaching calligraphy online since 2017 with more than 65,000 students across 150 countries. What began as simple tutorials has grown into a full creative platform with courses, workshops, and their new membership community: Calligraphy Together.

Calligraphy isn't just for "artsy" people. Jordan comes from an engineering background and Jillian from data analytics, and they teach with a clear, step-by-step approach. Their methods help beginners build skills, confidence, and most importantly, a creative habit they can stick with. The warm community they've built keeps people supported, motivated, and encouraged along the way.

For many members, calligraphy becomes the thing they didn't realize they needed. It's a reason to slow down, relax, and make something beautiful with their hands.

What are your topic ideas?: We would love to discuss calligraphy and its adjacent topics (creating with your hands, the value of hobbies, mental health), and business (online education, building community).

You can connect with Jordan and Jillian here:

Website: https://loveleighloops.com Calligraphy Together: https://calligraphytogether.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/loveleighloops

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Shad Tidler.

Shad talks to us about the 4 key items to structure your business for consistent growth.

Shad Tidler is a seasoned member of the Lushin sales team since 2014, combines his extensive global business expertise with the disciplined mindset of an Ironman triathlete.

Specializing as a leading sales transformation consultant, he is known for crafting scalable strategies and processes tailored for client success. Shad's structured approach instills a sense of calm in clients, guiding them past immediate challenges and toward their goals.

You can connect with Shad here:

Website: https://www.lushin.com Linkledin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shadtidler

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Jess Jensen.

Jess talks to us about how we need to stop being invisible.

Jess Jensen is the founder of Co-pilot Communications, a Portland-based advisory helping bold executives sound like themselves online—clear, confident, and human.

After 20 years inside Fortune 100 companies like Microsoft, Qualcomm, Nestlé, and Adidas, Jess left corporate life to help leaders stop playing small and start showing up online as their full selves—story-rich, imperfect, and unapologetically human.

Through sharp messaging, editorial strategy, and smart use of platforms like LinkedIn and podcasting, she helps clients build a digital presence that earns trust, inspires action, and sounds like them.

Here's the truth: If your team loves working for you, they'll naturally promote you. If your customers feel like they're part of something bigger, they'll become your media. And if your content reflects your reality—not some polished BS—you'll build loyalty that algorithms can't ignore.

Co-pilot works with curious, values-driven leaders who are tired of ghostwritten fluff and ready to take the mic. Jess believes building a professional brand isn't just smart—it's your moat. She's on a mission to help leaders shape their own narrative before someone else does.

You can connect with Jess here:

Website: https://www.copilotcommunications.com

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Liz J Springer.

Liz talks to us about business growth strategy and how to flourish and flow in your business.

Liz J Springer is a speaker, an accomplished author, business strategist trainer and growth coach. Award winner for Innovation & Recognition BMTV Excellence Awards and product creator, featured in the Indie Post A-list magazine Appeared on regular TV & Radio and she is also the Founder & Executive Producer of Best Minds TV (web TV channel).

She has over 15 years business experience and has spoken nationally and internationally. She has appeared on TV and radio shows both nationally and internationally along with speaking and runs her own international video podcasts and Web TV shows; featuring guests from around the globe; She loves God, music, dancing and runs her business alongside balancing family life.

Liz had the idea for a web tv channel; Best Minds TV and brought that vision into reality she also launched her own app "Innovators Influence". She has also created a portal for accountants during the lockdown and now helps coaches, trainers, consultants, health therapists, speakers and authors to gain visibility through the power of video, and bring their expertise online and also helps to grow their business strategically with a plan.

You can connect with Liz here:

Keys To Flourish Academy: https://keystoflourish.com/ Website: https://mystrategiesforgrowth.com/ Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-j-springer-b83b2813/ Instagram.com: https://instagram.com/innovatorsinfluence

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Laura Diaz.

Laura talks to us about how a retreat can take your business to the next level.

Laura Diaz Founder and Epic Retreat Designer at Retreats and Tours Peru. Meet Laura Diaz—An adventurous and gloriously map-obsessed entrepreneur. As a child she dreamt of cobblestoned streets, now she walks them with her whole heart.

Laura creates fabulous retreats in the Sacred Valley of Peru, and founded Ignite Your Life, a community that turns mini adventures into life-changing momentum. Originally from Minnesota, she has spent the last nine years traveling South America.

She's logged lots of miles- and wisdom. a transformational retreat leader, educator, and soulful travel curator based in the mystical highlands of Cusco, Peru. Drawn by curiosity and a call she couldn't fully explain, Laura first arrived in Peru to research alpaca textiles—yet what she discovered was far more profound.

Captivated by the land, its ancestral wisdom, and the authenticity of its people, she made Cusco her home and her heart's mission.

With a background as a teacher and facilitator, Laura brings a rare blend of structure, intuition, and cultural reverence into her work.

She creates deeply meaningful, customized experiences far beyond tourism. Her retreats weave together high-altitude spiritual adventure, sacred ceremony, Quechua lineage wisdom, and immersive connection with the land and the people.

Laura ensures that every journey honors both cultural heritage and spiritual integrity. She is passionate about creating spaces where visitors encounter truth rather than spectacle.

You can connect with Laura here:

Website: https://www.retreatsandtoursperu.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retreats-and-tours-peru/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retreatsandtoursperu

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Saul Cohen.

Saul talks to us about how to sell your business the right way - what to avoid and what to ensure you have in place.

Saul Cohen is a seasoned accountant, acquisitions advisor, and advocate for entrepreneurship. With experience at top-tier firms like PwC and leadership at The Expert Eye, he specializes in financial audits, risk analysis, and strategic acquisitions. His mission is to help entrepreneurs transition from business operators to savvy investors, unlocking their full potential.

Author of the Acquisition Journey - coming out around May

Inspired by his father's entrepreneurial journey, Saul is dedicated to guiding small businesses and startups through tax planning, acquisitions, and exit strategies. His holistic approach enhances business valuations while helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time and achieve financial freedom.

Saul's expertise blends technical knowledge with practical strategies, making him a trusted advisor for business owners earning £1M+ annually. Whether optimizing wealth, preparing for exits, or making impactful acquisitions, he helps clients navigate financial complexities with confidence.

As a podcast guest, Saul shares inspiring stories and actionable advice, empowering entrepreneurs to achieve lasting success and drive meaningful change in their communities.

You can connect with Saul here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cohensaul/ Website: https://theexperteye.co.uk/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Natasha Kehimkar.

Natasha talks to us about the 5 Signs Your Leadership Team Is Aligned for Growth.

Natasha Kehimkar is the CEO and founder of Malida Advisors, a strategic advisory firm focused on organizational effectiveness.

She and her team help organizations unlock exceptional leadership and build future-ready teams through values-driven strategy, executive alignment, and leadership development.

With nearly 30 years of global leadership experience at companies like OpenTable, Data.ai, Pfizer, and Guardant Health, Natasha is recognized as a "rapid response expert" in critical business challenges.

She holds advanced HR and leadership qualifications, as well as coaching and team coaching accreditations. Natasha's insights and expertise have been featured in Harvard Business Review, Success Magazine, and Business Insider.

Malida Advisors partners with growth-minded organizations—especially in tech and life sciences—to accelerate leadership impact, align executive teams, and drive organizational transformation. From nimble startups to large enterprises, clients trust Malida Advisors for practical, sustainable solutions that help companies thrive—even in times of disruption.

You can connect with Natasha here:

Website: https://www.malidaadvisors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashakehimkar/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Angela Parkinson.

Angela talks to us about Where Owners Lose Six Figures Before the Sale Even Starts.

Angela Parkinson is a Business Exit Strategist and the founder of Legacy Exit Partners.

She helps business owners understand the full range of options available to them when they are considering selling their business.

Most owners are typically presented with only one or two exit paths, which can often be expensive and restrictive.

Through her work, Angela and her team create practical, step-by-step exit blueprints that put owners back in control, strengthen their business, and open up more options for a smoother transition.

Her focus is on supporting owners who want to protect their legacy, reward their team, and capture the full value of their business while exiting on their own terms and at their own pace.

You can connect with Angela here:

Website: https://legacyexitpartners.com/outline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Employee.Ownership FREE REPORT: https://legacyexitpartners.com/exit-strategies

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Dave Gulas.

Dave talks to us about the power of founder led sales.

Dave Gulas attended the University of Michigan-Dearborn prior to his 20+ year of sales/executive career within the medical and pharmaceutical industries.

He since Co-Founded EZDC 3PL, a third-party logistics firm and he hosts the Beyond Fulfillment podcast, a weekly YouTube interview focused on entrepreneurial journeys.

EZDC 3PL launched in 2022 and is headquartered in Kentucky. They provide warehousing, fulfillment, and transportation services to manufacturers and ecommerce companies – reliably and affordably.

Known for personal service, fast response time, and flexibility, EZDC 3PL takes the "headache" out of fulfillment and helps customers grow as a true extension of their business.

You can connect with Dave here:

Website: https://www.davegulas.com/ and https://ezdc3pl.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/davegulas Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondFulfillmentPodcast

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Rod Khleif.

Rod talks to us about how to recover after losing $50million.

Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who is passionate about business, high performance, real estate and giving back.

As one of the country's top real estate and peak performance luminaries. He has also owned over 2000 properties.

Rod Khleif soared from humble beginnings as a young, impoverished Dutch immigrant to incredible success. Rod's experience involves both remarkable triumphs, and spectacular failures, which he affectionately calls "seminars:' Rod will explain the mindset required to recover from losing $50 million dollars in the crash of 2008 to the success he enjoys today.

Rod brings incredible authenticity and insight to his approach to real estate, mindset, success and life.

Rod can talk about Real estate, the psychology of success, and any business topic in great depth, contributing incredible first-hand, technical, and motivational knowledge and skills to the conversation.

Rod also founded The Tiny Hands Foundation, which has benefit more than 150,000 children in need

You can connect with Rod here:

Website: https://rodkhleif.com/ and https://rodslinks.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodkhleif/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RodKhleif Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rod_khleif/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rodkhleifofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RodKhleif Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rodkhleif?lang=es