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Richard DeVaul, an innovation thought leader, consulting CTO, and founder of HyperSolve joins Enterprise Radio to discuss innovation consulting, deep fakes, and building a better world.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Richard DeVaul discuss the following:

* How would you define innovation?

* What would you say separates organizations that successfully innovate from those that do not?

* You’ve written about the dangers of deep fakes. Can you please elaborate on this topic?

* Cryptocurrency has made a resurgence over the last few years. How would you compare the rise of cryptocurrency to that of the dot-com era?

* You’ve worked on problems to build a better world, such as climate change and closing the digital divide. What’s a current problem you’re working on to continue to build a better world?

Conclusion: Before you design a product, you need to design the org. And without genuine, visionary leadership in each product team, you won’t inspire greatness. And C-level/VP leadership needs to defend the independence of product team leaders so that real innovation isn’t stifled by org politics and empire-building.

Richard DeVaul is an innovation thought leader, consulting CTO, and founder of HyperSolve. Previously he oversaw early stage innovation activities at X, the Moonshot Factory (formerly Google [X]), starting and leading projects that created billions of dollars of enterprise value, including Project Loon. He was also an early leader of the Foghorn investigation into carbon-neutral synthetic fuels, and the Calcifer investigation into next-generation airships. He has worked on topics ranging from providing low-cost clean water and food in the developing world to grid-scale thermal energy storage to robotics, advanced machine learning, and climate change. Rich was part of X’s executive leadership team and also dealt with issues of X governance, strategy, and organizational change. Rich is listed as an inventor on 73 issued US patents.

Prior to joining X in 2011, he worked in technology advancement at Apple, leading Apple’s Technology Advancement Team, investigating new technologies, features and approaches.

Rich holds M.S. and Ph.D degree from MIT, and a B.A. in Environmental Design from Texas A&M University.

Website https://richarddevaul.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/rdevaul

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rdevaul

Medium: https://devaul.medium.com

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Jason Perez, the CEO of YARDZ, the premier technology platform for construction companies and general contractors to manage their owned and rented assets joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Jason Perez discuss the following:

* How difficult is it for construction companies to manage their owned and rented assets? Are many of them doing it in an inefficient manner?

* What are the ramifications of not having a handle on the status of your equipment – rented or owned – both financially and operationally?

* How does the YARDZ platform differ from other methods of managing equipment?

* With the current Infrastructure Bill looking like it will pass in some form, construction activity is undoubtedly going to rise in the U.S. How does this bill make management of equipment even more critical?

* Besides construction, are there any other vertical markets that can benefit from a platform like YARDZ?

Jason Perez is the Cofounder and Chief Executive Officer of YARDZ. As CEO, Perez manages the overall strategic direction of the company as it expands in scope and size. Before establishing YARDZ, Perez founded the Veritas Group, a consulting and management firm that had great success in the mission critical world. Before that he was Manager of Southeast Region Construction for Syska Hennessy Group. He has sat on the boards of several non-profit entities and is presently an Ambassador for the Marine Raider Foundation.

Website: https://yardz.com

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/yardz

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Jimmy Mistry, Founder & CEO of the Della Leaders Club, the world’s first business platform helping change makers transform their life of success into a life of significance joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Jimmy Mistry discuss the following:

* How did you come up with the idea of creating Della Leaders Club? 

* Why is Della Leaders Club identified as the World’s First Business Platform?

* How did the concept go viral? Since you managed to reach the Times Square billboard within a period of less than a year of the inception of Della Leaders Club?

* How did you get 2000+ members join Della Leaders Club in such a short span of time? What’s your secret?

* “Life of Success to Life of Significance”…what does that mean?

* How do you wish to impact the world through Della Leaders Club?

A pioneer of many firsts, Jimmy Mistry never let the discouraging scoffs of competition get in the way of him successfully setting new standards in design, architecture and development. Over the years, he’s managed to have his name across designs for some of India’s giants and forayed into real estate and then hospitality where Della Resorts, Adventure Park & Villas bring to life his vision for modern design and its marriage with luxury.

To be an entrepreneur, is to change the way a system acts and thinks. That sharp business sense combined with a strong commitment to social betterment is what takes a person from an entrepreneur to a giver. And giving back to the community, is exactly what Jimmy Mistry had in mind when he decided quite early on in his journey to switch his business focus back towards the people.

In 2006, he formed a Parsi Resource Group to bring together like-minded individuals from his community, which is one of India’s richest and oldest, to focus their energies towards their priests, who even then, were surviving on minimum wages while being a strong influence on the community as a whole. In the following years, he took an active interest in strengthening his community and went on to win a competitive election to serve as a trustee for Bombay Parsi Panchayat (a 300-year-old charitable organization) for 7 years. What he lacked in political and community service experience, he made up for with his passion to be able to do in return that which was done for him, a lesson he graciously credits his parents for imparting. Following the tragic loss of lives during the 26/11 terror attacks, he set up D.A.T.A (Della Adventure Training Academy) as a tribute to every innocent life lost which aims at igniting the passion to serve the country amongst the youth and providing them with the best counter-terrorism and survival training.

Even today, he continues to see the world no as it is and as it should be. He believes that social entrepreneurs aren’t meant to be heroes, working tirelessly in isolation; but leaders who can create opportunities for themselves and others to play their part in undoing social inequality. At Della Leaders Club, that is exactly the philosophy he aims to bring into practice by helping change makers transform their life of success into a life of significance.

Website: www.dellaleaders.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/dellaleadersclub

Instagram: instagram.com/dellaleaders

Dr. Tom Ziering, MD, who leads Ziering CCPHP, a membership-model program focused on optimizing health care, providing primary care, LBGTQ care, concierge medicine, and healthcare for all families while fostering strong doctor-patient relationships joins Enterprise Fit Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Dr. Tom Ziering discuss the following:

* Dr. Ziering, why don’t’ you start by telling us about how you became a physician and why you chose to focus on family medicine for all families?

* What made you decide to transition to a concierge model? How did you see it benefiting you as a physician (model of care, financial sustainability, professional and personal flexibility, etc.)?

* What do you see as the key benefits to the Members of your concierge program? Have there been any particular benefits during the COVID pandemic?

* How have your patients reacted to the change? How do you find that this model contributes to helping patients seek optimal health?

* What would your best advice be for other doctors who are considering transitioning to a concierge model?

Dr. Ziering’s innate passion for healthcare and drive to pursue a career in Family Medicine began at an early age. Both he, his siblings, parents, and grandparents were seen by the same Family Physician (who also delivered Dr. Ziering) and he found the concept to be comprehensive, inspiring, and familiar. After attending Muhlenberg College and graduating Magna Cum Laude with a dual major in Biology and Natural Science, he went on to receive his MD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (Rutgers).

He attended the Robert Wood Johnson/Somerset Medical Center Family Practice Program, graduating with the Resident Educator Award by Colleagues. He was recognized as a National Speaker in various aspects of healthcare both physical and emotional. Postgraduate, Dr. Ziering opened his own private office and served as a Clinical Researcher for Experimental Medications involved in the first wave of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Ever eager to learn new material at the time of the “wave” of antidepressant development, Dr. Ziering became an educator on the subject for the University System. Dr. Ziering’s passion to remain on the frontlines during the HIV/AIDS pandemic mirrors his approach in caring and for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has been available to his patients via telehealth and has remained in-office so that patients could be treated in person, should the need arise.

Shortly after joining Morristown Medical Center in 1992, Dr. Ziering became Chairman of the Department of Family Medicine. Aside from traditional family practice caring for both newborns and seniors alike, he continued to research areas new to medicine. His additional studies taught him about Transitional Medicine and Healthcare unique to the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Community). He became a Medical Director for LGBTQ Healthcare while maintaining his traditional practice base. Dr. Ziering wishes to create a safe haven for ALL families regardless of race, beliefs, religion, and sexual identity.

To reinforce the feeling of comfort, Dr. Ziering’s practice to this day does not have the appearance of a medical office. The exam rooms are designed to look like small living rooms, affording face-to-face contact in a calm and tranquil environment. Aromatherapy, water fountains, and sound soothers are also utilized along with the joy of having a Therapy Dog, Bentley (a 15-pound cockapoo), who is in the office to help allay fears and concerns.

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Alexander Fernandez, a Latino entrepreneur whose passion is building value between the video game and traditional enterprise industries joins Enterprise Radio. He has used that passion to help grow Streamline Media Group from a small startup focused on gaming, to a global business with over 180 employees in 3 continents, and multiple brands.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Alexander Fernandez discuss the following:

* How did you get started in gaming?

* How did Streamline Media Group get its start, and how has it grown over the past 20 years?

* What is Streamline’s main focus today?

* You often talk about the metaverse – what exactly is that?

* How can gaming technology help enterprise companies and entrepreneurs better connect with their customers?

* What’s next for Streamline?

Alexander is a latinX entrepreneur whose passion is building value between the video game and traditional enterprise industries. He has used that passion to help grow Streamline from a small startup focused on gaming, to a global business with over 180 employees in 3 continents, and multiple brands under the Streamline Media Group umbrella. He believes that technology must always be a tool that helps people move forward, and the creative economy can be a launching ground for developing markets and economies. 

Alexander is a frequent speaker at industry events and conventions worldwide, addressing topics related to entrepreneurship, outsourcing, game development, technology in non-gaming industries, organizational design, business models, and financing. His past speaking engagements include GDC, European  Commission, NASCOM, Israeli Games, Game Connection, E3, and many others. He has been published or quoted in multiple industry and trade magazines including SHRM Executive Network quarterly publication, People + Strategy, Forbes, Newsweek, and Thomson Reuters Foundation. 

He currently serves on the advisory board of Gamescom, and is a member of the Forbes Council. In 2016, Alexander was accepted into Endeavor, a global network of high-impact entrepreneurs and Harvard Business School’s OPM program. Prior to that he was an advisory board member for the Game Developer Conference Europe, Game Connection, and the European Game Developer’s Federation.

In 2020, Alexander launched Video Games Real Talk, a podcast about the business of video games, the future of the industry, and how the concept of gamification and the metaverse can benefit non-gaming companies in a post-COVID business era. 

Alexander lives in Las Vegas, Nevada with his wife and two children, where he is focused on the growth of Streamline Media Group into emerging markets. 

Website: https://streamline-mediagroup.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/StreamlineStudios

Twitter: twitter.com/streamlinenews

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/streamlinemediagroup

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Gil Bar-Lev, Founder and CEO of HomeRoots, that unites wholesale product inventory and retail businesses in one place, making the B2B shopping experience as easy as B2C joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Gil Bar-Lev discuss the following:

* HomeRoots makes the B2B shopping experience as easy as B2C. Can you tell us more about how it does this?

* Running a small business can be tough. How does HomeRoots help small business owners?

* Is HomeRoots an alternative to selling on Amazon or Etsy?

* Can you tell us more about how HomeRoots helps furniture and decor retailers?

* Where can our listeners learn more about selling furniture and home decor with HomeRoots?

Gil Bar-Lev is a serial entrepreneur who, prior to HomeRoots, built and exited a multimillion-dollar, e-commerce business. He was awarded the winner of the “2013 most innovative Web Store” by Amazon.

Recently, Gil founded HomeRoots, combining his passion for furniture, e-commerce, and technology to disrupt the way selling and buying furnishing is done with a novel wholesale platform. HomeRoots leverages “community buying power” by uniting sellers of furniture, lighting and home décor and retailers and licensed trade in one place, making the B2B shopping experience in this vertical as easy as the B2C shopping experience. HomeRoots helps sellers and buyers increase profit margin and reduce overhead.

Gil began his career as a software developer and moved quickly into senior leadership for the startup he worked for in the early 2000s. Recognized as a technology innovator, he was invited by multiple software development groups and corporations around Europe to train CTO’s and IT managers for best practices on web development.

Gil moved to New Jersey in late 2002 and led a major financial project for Toys-R-Us networking their physical stores around the globe with their headquarters. Witnessing the development of online commerce in real time, Gil was tasked by Toys-R-Us to strategize and lead their technical integration with Amazon.com.

Since his departure from Toys-R-Us, Gil launched other online businesses and consulted with various companies in the wholesale, retail, e-commerce and logistics verticals. Gil has BSc in Computer Science from HIT Israel, and MBA in Marketing & Finance from Rutgers University News Jersey. He lives with his wife Dafna, 3 children and their dog in New Jersey.

Website: Homeroots.co

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/homeroots

Twitter: twitter.com/homeroots_co

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Gary Howell, the Founder of Pneuma Coaching Advantage which specializes in motivational and inspirational relationship coaching, personal development, spiritual formation, and intervention joins Enterprise Radio.

This episode of Enterprise Radio is in association with the Author Channel.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Gary Howell discuss the following:

* Is hope and healing really possible after intense grief, pain, and loss especially after COVID-19?

* What are some myths about grieving?

* What are the different types of pain and loss?

* How did your experience with loss fundamentally change you?

* Explain how reframing works.

Gary Howell is a Certified Life Coach, family counselor, and former pastor of 16 1/2 years. He’s also a father who lost two daughters and was recently diagnosed with cancer. In 2015 he launched Pneuma Coaching Advantage which specializes in motivational and inspirational relationship coaching, personal development, spiritual formation, and intervention. Howell is also the international best-selling author of “A Little White Casket.”

Website: thegaryhowell.com

Social Media Links:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gary-howell

Facebook: facebook.com/A-Little-White-Casket

Instagram: instagram.com/the_gary_howell

Twitter: twitter.com/LittleCasket

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Sean O’Keefe, an award-winning professor, respected researcher, and sought-after speaker on creating social capital, career readiness, internships, and jobs joins Enterprise Radio. He is the Founder and Chief Impact Officer of Career Launch and author of his new book “LAUNCH YOUR CAREER: How ANY Student Can Create Relationships with Professionals and Land the Jobs and Internships They Want”.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Sean O’Keefe discuss the following:

You took a $200,000 pay cut to become a professor, why?

How did the Career Launch social enterprise get started?

What is the mission and goals of Career Launch?

Does the Career Launch Method truly work for ANY student?

What is the Career Launch Readiness Assessment and who should use it?

Sean O’Keefe is an award-winning professor, respected researcher, and sought-after speaker on creating social capital, career readiness, internships, and jobs. He is the founder and chief impact officer of Career Launch, a social enterprise that partners with colleges and career programs to equitably scale students’ ability to create professional relationships and launch effective job or internship searches in the hidden job market. He earned his BA in communication at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and his MBA from Santa Clara University. He is the author of LAUNCH YOUR CAREER: How ANY Student Can Create Relationships with Professionals and Land the Jobs and Internships They Want (Berrett-Koehler Publishers), written in partnership with The Career Leadership Collective.

Websites: careerlaunch.academy | careerlaunchassessment.com | careerlaunchbook.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/career-launch-programs

Facebook: facebook.com/MyCareerLaunch

Twitter: twitter.com/_careerlaunch

Instagram: instagram.com/careerlaunch.academy

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Indiana Siu, the Regional Director at Operation Smile that has provided hundreds of thousands of safe surgeries for those born with cleft lip and cleft palate joins Enterprise Radio. Indiana is the Director covering the regions of Central America and the Caribbean.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Indiana Siu discuss the following:

* Tell us about yourself. How did you become involved with Operation Smile and what was your path to becoming the Regional Director for Latin America?

* What were the main challenges Operation Smile faced during COVID-19?

* What are the current challenges the virus is presenting in Latin America and how has Operation Smile had to change its operations to deal with it?

* What have you learned about Leadership during the trials and tribulations of the last 18 months?

* A lot of work went virtual during COVID-19. How did Operation Smile adjust to the virtual environment? Are there aspects that will remain virtual even as certain parts of life return to normal?

* What are the main initiatives Operation Smile is currently undertaking in Latin America?

* How does Operation Smile work with ministries of health? What types of projects are you collaborating on? Are Ministries of Health willing to work with NGOs and other organizations?

* Operation Smile has stated that its goal is not only to provide holistic care for patients with cleft conditions but to also help build more robust health systems. How is Operation Smile attacking that ambitious goal? What does that look like in Latin America?

* What motivates you to carry out this type of work? What advice do you have for others seeking roles in the nonprofit space?

Operation Smile is a global surgical nonprofit that improves the health and dignity of patients living with cleft lip and cleft palate in low- and middle-income countries. Since 1982, Operation Smile has been committed to providing patients with health that lasts through life-saving cleft surgeries and comprehensive care, helping them to better breathe, eat, speak and live lives of greater quality and confidence. Its training and education programs elevate safe surgical standards and strengthen a global network to reach more people earlier in their lives. Learn more at www.operationsmile.org or by following @operationsmile on social media.

Website: operationsmile.org

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/operation-smile

Facebook: facebook.com/operationsmile

Twitter: twitter.com/operationsmile

Instagram: instagram.com/operationsmile

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Steve Russell, Vice President of Software Engineering and an experienced supply chain leader at Cloud Inventory® joins Enterprise Radio us to discuss cloud-based cycle counting and explain its benefits in warehousing.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Steve Russell discuss the following:

* In terms of warehousing, why should companies use cycle counting instead of physical inventories?

* What are the consequences of having an inaccurate view of inventory?

* What challenges do companies face when completing cycle counts in the field?

* Can you tell us some of the key benefits of cycle counting through Cloud Inventory? In other words, why is Cloud Inventory set to be a leader for cycle counting?

* What’s next for cycle counting in terms of innovations and improvements?

Steve Russell is the Vice President of Software Engineeringfor Cloud Inventory®, a company that empowers organizations with real-time inventory visibility at all points in the supply chain, from the warehouse to the field.

An accomplished IT executive with extensive experience in hands-on technical design, development, and implementation operations, Steve’s history of expertise, particularly in enterprise-based integrations, interoperability, and implementation services management, make him a decisive and intellectual leader who regularly delivers business intelligence solutions

Based in Kansas City, Cloud Inventory’s global team has the supply chain knowledge and mobile-first development expertise to deliver solutions that solve today’s business challenges.

Website: cloudinventory.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/dsi-cloudinventory

Facebook: facebook.com/dsimobile

Twitter: twitter.com/dsimobile

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