Eliances Heroes

Jerry Harrison co-founder Red Crow is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Harrison is formerly of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Talking Heads. He also produces for some of the top names in music like the Violent Femmes, LIVE, Crash Test Dummies, The BoDeans, The Verve Pipe, and No Doubt. Harrison has been on the forefront of the net neutrality debate for years and pioneered many of the standards for music distribution online in use today. Learn what he wishes he had known years ago, and his advice for students. "We're helping advance those technologies that create positive social impact."

Judge Michael Newman National President Federal Bar Association (FBA) is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Judge Newman oversees more than 18,000 federal lawyers including 1,200 federal judges who work together to promote the sound administration of justice, equality, and independence of the judiciary. The FBA outreach is focused on teaching civics to middle and high school students through a nationwide essay contest and other programs). "Look for open doors and don't be afraid of taking on challenges and working hard."

Travis Ogden President and COO of Isagenix is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. As president of this billion dollar company, he takes health and wellness seriously as an avid fitness cyclist, runner and participant in an array of adrenaline-charged sports. Ogden got his start with his father's trucking company while working as a CPA and moved into running his father's business when illness struck the family. He and David talk about what it takes to create success. "Learn through struggles and take on risk and challenges. Search and find opportunities to learn and grow."

Tanya Bakalov founder Better Skills is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Tanya discuss the modern ideal of focusing on employees for building great companies. Better Skills provides ways for companies to train and engage employees so they have clear career paths creating a stronger work environment and companies. Bakalov talks about what she did when she found out she won the E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year honor. "You have to believe in yourself, and keep moving your goals to find success."

Chris Faddis creator of Beneplates is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Faddis experienced tragic loss when his wife was diagnosed with inoperable colon cancer at the age of 31 and later died. Through extensive research and care, he learned nutrition to help his wife live longer than expected. Beneplates began as a promise to his former wife to help others facing illness, and those wanting to improve general health. Clean eating is key learn how in this interview with David Cogan.

Joe DeSena creator of Spartan Race and Spartan Fit is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Joe discuss what it means to be a Spartan. Joe also explains how 99% of food has sugar in it, sitting is the new smoking (a killer), and being active is the best way to live your best life. Joe learned from being around his Italian family in the 1970s that he yearned for more. "Deep down we're all Spartans, we were bred to be conquerers. Let no obstacle get in your way."

Alex Quilici founder of YouMail is interviewed by David Cogan of Elainces Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Quilici previously co-founded and was CEO of Quack, a consumer voice portal service (SIRI over a 1-800 number before smartphones), company he sold to AOL for $200Million. Alex and David discuss YouMail and its application WhoAreYou which is a caller ID and call blocking service on Android. The service publishes robocall activity to an index that tracks volume and extent of robocalls in the United States. "Problems need to be solved; do what you love, be excited and happy about it."

Lisa Roth (sister of original Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth) creator of Rockabye Baby Series CDs celebrating its 10th Anniversary is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Lisa talk about her experience growing up with Van Halen in her garage and home, and how she's making her own mark in music with her Rockabye Baby series of CDs she created from CMH Label Group. She tells David about the shopping trip that inspired the idea for the series, being disappointed by music choices for parents of new babies. Lisa decided to design compilation cds music loving parents could enjoy while rocking their children to sleep or playing. The series features bands like Radiohead, Metallica, The Beatles, David Bowie and more. "Always lend your honest perspective and ask questions. Be willing to be an apprentice because that's how you learn."

David Ciccarelli CEO Voices dot com is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and David talk about the massive voice over talent industry. Voices dot com provides a match making service for companies and projects looking for their own unique voice for radio, TV, movies, and more. Anyone can upload their voice to the immense database. Ciccarelli also tells Cogan about the most unique project he saw on the platform, a project requesting a voice for a rock. And listen to find out what the future of the industry holds along with the most requested type of voice today. "Consider and pursue a career of passion, be a problem solver, a doer."

Chris Gero founder of Yamaha Entertainment Group is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Chris produces shows and music projects with big names like Colbie Calliat, Sheryl Crow, Joe Walsh, Earth Wind & Fire, Amy Grant, and more. He's been nominated for a Grammy and won an Emmy for "The Gift" composition. David and Chris discuss the different projects including the UNITE to Face Addiction concert, the Yamaha 125th NAMM concert and the project in which Chris created and filmed Prince's famous purple Yamaha piano for the "Piano and a Microphone" Tour.