Chasing The Insights

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

Dave talks to us about AI and the evolution of search.

Dave Burnett is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and digital marketing expert with over 25 years of experience building and scaling businesses.

Best known as the founder of AOKMarketing.com, PromotionalProducts.com and co-founder of Achievers.com—sold for $110M— Dave's journey is defined by perseverance.

After securing a dream domain through 16 years of follow-up, and recovering from a traumatic brain injury while still running multiple companies, he's proven that resilience fuels results.

Today, he leads AOKMarketing.com, PromotionalProducts.com, co-runs Valleywood Capital, and coaches business leaders through Bloom Growth.

Based in Toronto, Dave is a speaker, columnist, and lifelong advocate for bold action and continuous learning.

You can connect with Dave here:

Website: https://AOKMarketing.com AI Visibility Reporting: https://LLMtel.com

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Rohanna Doylida.

Rohanna talks to us about the "beginner again" feeling and why it happens.

Rohanna Doylida is a brand strategist for second-career women, the founder of the TrueVoice Brand Mentorship, and creator of The Wisdom Bridge Method—a transformational framework that helps accomplished women stop apologizing for their "scattered" career paths and start positioning them as their greatest competitive advantages.

With a background as rich and varied as performing for thousands over ten years on Chicago stages, launching a gluten- and dairy-free bakery with no prior business experience (just determination and her son's Celiac diagnosis as motivation), and teaching preschool for nearly a decade, Rohanna brings a soul-deep understanding of human connection, storytelling, and reinvention. She's lived the journey she teaches—navigating multiple career transitions while raising three children and building businesses that matter.

After 30 years of wearing different hats, Rohanna discovered something most career experts miss: accomplished women don't need more credentials or skills. They need new language. They need to see their diverse backgrounds as proof of capability, not evidence of indecision. They need someone who's actually lived through multiple reinventions—not just studied them.

That realization led to the creation of The Wisdom Bridge, a systematic approach that connects past experience to present value. Through her mentorship program, Rohanna helps women transform "I used to be..." into "I help..." She teaches them to walk into networking events, client conversations, and LinkedIn profiles with grounded confidence instead of apologetic explanations.

Rohanna addresses the real emotional and strategic challenges women face when starting something new in their 40s, 50s, or 60s—from imposter syndrome and self-doubt to building a brand that feels authentically aligned with who they are. Her approach is refreshingly honest: she acknowledges the fear while providing concrete tools to move through it.

Rohanna lives in the Chicago area, where she continues to mentor second-career women while proving that reinvention isn't about starting over—it's about building on everything you've already become. When she's not helping women claim their expertise, she's probably thinking about her next career pivot (just kidding—she's finally found her calling).

You can connect with Rohanna here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rohdoy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roh-doylida/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rohdoy/ Design With Confidence: https://thewholementorship.com/design-with-confidence True Voice Personal Brand: https://thewholementorship.com/true-voice-personal-brand

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Ryan Chute.

Ryan talks to us about How To Become a Household Name.

Ryan Chute is an award-winning creative strategist and the Wizard of Ads® who helps small businesses transform into BIG brands.

With a passion for removing friction, Ryan specializes in crafting innovative sales and marketing strategies that drive profitable growth.

Drawing from his extensive experience in retail and automotive, Ryan's insights empower entrepreneurs to dominate their markets with bold, frictionless solutions.

You can connect with Ryan here:

Website: https://www.ryanchute.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wizardryanchute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wizardryanchute/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wizardryanchute/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Joe Terry.

Joe talks to us about Surrender to Lead frameworks for leadership.

Joe Terry brings a unique combination of high-level leadership experience, elite athletic discipline, and actionable insights on human potential.

As CEO of Culture Partners, former NFL linebacker, 16-time Ironman finisher, and co-author of Surrender to Lead, he has a compelling story and practical frameworks for professionals seeking growth, resilience, and performance strategies.

Number one non-fiction on USA Today best seller list (number 6 over all).

You can connect with Joe here:

Website: https://www.surrendertolead.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-terry/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Ally Machate.

Ally talks to us about how to boost your business with a book.

Ally Machate is a publishing strategist, author services expert, and founder of The Writer's Ally.

A former Simon & Schuster editor with 25+ years in the industry, she helps authors write, publish, and sell high-quality books that fuel business growth, attract ideal clients, and boost authority.

Known for her honest, strategic approach, Ally helps authors cut through the noise, avoid costly mistakes, and turn their books into real engines of visibility and results.

You can connect with Ally here:

Website: https://www.thewritersally.com Offers: https://www.offers.thewritersally.com/chasingtheinsights

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Aly Madhavji.

Aly talks to us about why Web3 is more relevant than ever.

Aly Madhavji is the Managing Partner at [Blockchain Founders Fund](https://www.blockchainff.com/) which invests in top-tier startups. He is a Knight on the highly anticipated TV Show CryptoKnights. He is a Limited Partner at Loyal VC and Draper Goren Holm. Aly consults organizations on emerging technologies such as INSEAD and the UN on solutions to help alleviate poverty. He served as Senior Blockchain Fellow at INSEAD and was recognized as a "Blockchain 100" Global Leader.

He is an international award-winning author, publishing three books, and a columnist for leading Web3 publications. Aly served as a board member of Soluna Holdings (NASDAQ: SLNH) and on various advisory boards including the University of Toronto's Governing Council, which manages a $2.5B budget. He is a mentor with Orbit Startups, an elite accelerator program operated by the venture fund SOSV with $1.5B+ AUM and the Mobile Only Accelerator (MOX).

Aly is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Investment Manager. Aly holds a Master of Global Affairs as a Schwarzman Scholar from Tsinghua University (清华大学), a Master of Business Administration from INSEAD (Singapore and France), and a Bachelor of Commerce with Distinction from the University of Toronto.

You can connect with Aly here:

Website: https://www.blockchainff.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alymadhavji/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Michael Reddington.

Michael talks to us about the Disciplined Listening Method.

Michael Reddington is a Certified Forensic Interviewer, founder of InQuasive Inc.,

Author of The Disciplined Listening Method, and host of I See What You're Saying: The Disciplined Listening Podcast.

Organizations around the world seek out Michael's expertise to teach their senior leaders how to encourage people to share sensitive information, under vulnerable circumstances, and in the face of consequences.

You can connect with Michael here:

Website: https://michaelreddington.com/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Zulfiya Forsythe.

Zulfiya talks to us about how to Scale your business with AI.

Zulfiya Forsythe has always been driven by one core question: is there a better way? Her career began in accounting, where she taught herself SQL to automate reporting and improve efficiency.

That curiosity led her into the world of data analytics and AI, where she saw firsthand how intelligent systems could transform the way businesses operate.

Today, as CEO of The Omadli Group, Zulfiya leads the delivery of AI voice agents and business intelligence solutions that help construction teams streamline operations, increase sales, and reclaim valuable time so they can focus on what matters most.

You can connect with Zulfiya here:

Website: https://omadligroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zulfiya-forsythe-akbarova-cpa-0214b98

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Trevor McGregor.

Trevor talks to us about the 5 things you MUST DO to scale your business without burnout.

Trevor McGregor (Also known as Coach T.) has been a Real Estate Investor for over 2 decades now and is also a High Performance - Master Coach with over 45,000 one-to-one Coaching Sessions under his belt.

He has worked with clients from around the world, including Fortune 500 Executives, Doctors, Attorney's, High-Level Real Estate Investors, Entrepreneurs and even Olympic Athletes. They all come to Trevor for one thing: Life Changing Transformation both personally and professionally, so that they can achieve More Success, More Wealth and More Freedom, faster than they ever thought possible.

You can connect with Trevor here:

Website: https://trevormcgregor.com/ Giveaways: https://trevormcgregor.com/insights LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/trevor-mcgregor-93375862 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrevorMcGregor

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Ethan Dowie.

Ethan talks to us about How Any Brand Can Create Iconic Merch.

Ethan Dowie is the founder of Indigo Promotions, where he helps brands turn merch from an afterthought into a competitive advantage.

Through creative strategy, a massive global factory network, and an obsession with the details, he's worked with companies of all sizes—from startups to global enterprises—to design branded merchandise that people actually want to keep, use, and talk about.

Known for blending marketing smarts with a straight-talking, energetic style, Ethan has become a go-to voice for how to make merch campaigns land.

When he's not creating products that elevate brands, he's sharing behind-the-scenes insights on how the right merch can drive real business results.

You can connect with Ethan here:

Website: https://www.indigopromos.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indigopromos/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indigopromotions/