Eliances Heroes

Danny Govberg Owner Govberg Watches is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Govberg is the oldest privately owned watch retailer in the United States and has sold some of the most expensive luxury brands like Patek Phillipe, Rolex and others. Govberg's OnTime application is the ultimate mobile companion for watch enthusiasts to buy, trade or sell watches directly from their phone. Govberg describes the app as the watch collector's complete toolbox, including a news aggregator and direct access to watches any enthusiast would surely covet. "Make sure you're friends with your family before going into business with them; it requires ongoing open communication and dedication to making it work."

John Heffner CEO of Drybar is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Joh tells David about the services Drybar offers, what the most requested is, and the products they sell to clients. In a company 70 percent driven by women clientele, they have to know their hair and the most popular styles today. Drybar's focus is to do one thing really well, and David and John reveal the secret to getting repeat customers.

Greg Head of www.greghead.com is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes.com. Greg and David talk about the early CRM industry with ACT! software and Saleslogix of which Greg was a part of both. He later joined another well-known small business CRM offering, Infusionsoft, as Cheif Marketing Officer. Greg now does speaking engagements and coaches business owners about the pitfalls to avoid in running a startup.

Leigh Steinberg CEO Steinberg Sports is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Leigh is known as the true life inspiration for the movie Jerry McGuire starring Tom Cruise about the inner-workings of the high-pressure world of sports agents. Leigh was called "The Most Powerful Person in Sports" by The Sporting News. David and Leigh discuss a topic that's important to Leigh, bullying prevention. He cited 40% of all kids report having been bullied at one time or another. Leigh encourages all athletes in his portfolio to work with kids at their high school and college to help pave the way for the next group of athletes and non-athletes as well. David and Leigh talk about how not all the sports is glamorous, and the hard work that goes into developing Steinberg clients for their big time play in the world and not just on in the stadiums and arenas where they excel. "Look for opportunities to create change, don't wait for 'them' to do it."

Nicole Polizzi aka Snooki of MTV reality TV show Jersey Shore and others is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Nicole and David talk about Nicole's growth from the Jersey Shore show that gained media and fan attention for crazy escapades in nightclubs and at "home" to Snooki and JWOW, then Nicole and Jionni. Nicole tells David about her memories(or lack of) of being a reality TV queen and the great opportunities it afforded her. Nicole is very much a "tell it like it is" person which makes her relatable. It makes viewer more comfortable in thinking, "OK, I'm not the only one." She shares her advice for her children and what she would tell her younger self.

Peter Engel Producer of Saved By the Bell and Last Comic Standing is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart. Peter and David discuss the success Engel experienced with Saved By The Bell and how it impacted him. Peter went on to produce other Saturday morning hits like California Dreams and more. Peter also produced the great "Last Comic Standing" show.

David McCourt CEO Chairman of Granahan McCourt Capital is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and David talk technology in this segment, particularly how McCourt sold his Corporate Communications Network to MFS Communications and eventually to WorldCom for $14Billion. McCourt also is an Emmy winning TV show producer (PBS Kids Reading Rainbow, and a 10-part documentary "What's Going On?"). David discusses the best spot to invest both money and effort in businesses - listen to learn. "Look at things a brand new way and be smart enough not to be afraid."

Marc Joseph Founder and CEO of Dollar Days is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm iHeart radio. Marc founded Dollar Days which is the premier wholesaler and closeout company designed to help small and medium businesses get the high-quality goods they need to grow their businesses at lower prices - case-by-case, because that's all you have to buy. Most popular items are backpacks, blankets, and flip flops. You won't believe the most unique, which he tells David about in their interview.

Doug Cavanaugh founder of Ruby's Diner is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Doug was inspired to open the 40s style diner one night on a run near Balboa pier in Newport Beach California. With the help of his father and his mother's good name, he opened the first Ruby's Diner in 1982. Doug and David talk about the importance of family, believing in yourself and never quitting in this insightful talk. Doug build his business from the ground up and has given back throughout his career and continues to guide the Ruby's collection of diners across the Nation.

Frank Shamrock UFC Champion MMA Fighter is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Frank discuss the amazing amount of training that goes into MMA fighting and building your career to UFC Champion. Frank explains it takes a lot of mental and physical toughness and hard work to get to the largest stage in MMA fighting. He started a podcast "The Bake Out" with a well-known Hollywood health professional to start a show.