Enterprise Podcast Network

Ben Davis, entrepreneur, Founder and President of The Gents Place, a lifestyle club founded in 2008, bringing men’s grooming to the next level joins Enterprise Radio.

This episode of Enterprise Radio is working in conjunction with the Franchising Channel.

Listen to host Eric Dye & Ben Davis guest discuss the following:

* What can our audience of entrepreneurs learn from your experience? Good or bad?

* What inspired the creation of The Gents Place?

* What makes The Gents Place unique to other salons in the industry?

* How much does it cost to open a franchise location? Is there financing available?

* What are your best tips for creating a name for your business that clearly communicates your values?

Ben Davis, the Founder and President of The Gents Place, founded the men’s grooming and lifestyle lounge back in 2008. Since then, the company has grown to include lifestyle clubs in Dallas, Southlake and Frisco, Texas, as well as Leawood, Kansas with locations in addition to the development of two locations in Chicago, one in Austin and six in Houston. The Gents Place provides luxury men’s grooming services in addition to straight razor shaves, shoe shines and hand and foot repairs in a refined and timeless environment.

Once a busy executive with responsibilities far more reaching than his neckline, Ben formerly avoided haircuts at all costs. Tired of lamenting the choice of either going unkempt or suffering through discount barbershops and effeminate salons, Ben decided to go into business for himself, opening the first Gents Place to provide businessmen with an option complementary to their lifestyle, not corrosive to it.

Years later and amid applause from the likes of Forbes, GQ, Men’s Health, and the Dallas Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Awards, The Gents Place has made a nice dent in the industry—or, rather, helped repair an industry that had previously been dented.

Website: www.thegentsplace.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegentsplace

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegentsplace

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegentsplace

Anwar Jumabhoy, the co-author of 9 ENTREPRENEURisms: Management Practice for a VUCA World published by Black Card Books in February 2017 joins Enterprise Radio. Anwar is a Consultant at BCE Consulting, that allows your company to discover Entrepreneurial Agility.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Anwar Jumabhoy discuss the following:

* Why do large companies struggle to cope with the changing business environment?

* Why do Management often complain they do not get support from their staff?

* There are lots of books on entrepreneurship. How is your’s different?

* Why do the vast majority of transformation efforts addressing culture, digitization, etc. fail?

* What is new about your recommendations for transforming corporations?

* Why do Middle Managers struggle to perform?

* Why do large companies maintain outdated Human Resource practices?

* How can large companies attract young talent?

* What needs to be changed for my company to have Entrepreneurial Agility?

Anwar Jumabhoy is co-author of 9 ENTREPRENEURisms: Management Practice for a VUCA World published by Black Card Books in February 2017. Anwar speaks, coaches and writes on how large companies can adopt entrepreneurial management. His articles have appeared in the Canadian Institute of Management, Malaysian Institute of Management, Edge Weekly as well as online publications of DigitalNewsAsia.com and Leaderonomics.com. Anwar started his career as a Naval Architect at Sunderland Shipbuilders, United Kingdom and then moved to Singapore to work with Keppel-FELS Limited. Upon completing his MBA at IMD, Switzerland in 1988, he joined the family business in Penang, Malaysia. He continued to work with the family in Singapore until 1994, when he returned to Malaysia.

Until May 2015, Anwar was Director of Operations at Tune Hotel Group. He was responsible for the acquisition and development of the Tune hotel in Edinburgh and Melbourne. From April 2004, to July 2010, he was Senior Vice President of Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad, where he led and managed investments in more than 20 companies. Anwar has been a co-founder of a number of technology companies and for 3 years (1994-1997) with his wife established and ran The Little Gym and the Fourth-R franchised business in Kuala Lumpur. At Mavcap, he led the listing of ISS Consulting Berhad on MESDAQ and prior to that managed the listing of Efficient E-Solutions Berhad (KLSE) and NTI International (SGX).

Website: www.9Entrepreneurisms.com

Danny Bader, a best-selling author of Back From Heaven’s Front Porch, Five Principles To Creating a Happy and Fulfilling Life joins Enterprise Radio. Danny is also an inspirational coach whose life was transformed by a near death experience more than 10 years ago.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Danny Bader discuss the following:

* Tell us a little bit about yourself. Did you always want to be a writer or was this something that was the direct result of your incident?

* Back From Heaven’s Front Porch, Five Principles To Creating a Happy and Fulfilling Life is a fascinating read. Can you tell our listeners more about it and what you hope that readers get out of it?

* What did you learn about yourself while writing it?

* How do you tie the lessons from your book into your inspirational workshops and seminars?

* For someone who may just be hearing of you for the first time, what is the one thing that you want him or her to know?

Being electrocuted is, perhaps, one of the unluckiest things that could happen to a person. But to Danny Bader, it literally ignited a spark within him. Some may call it a deeper purpose; others simply refer to it as a passion. Yet if you ask Bader, he calls it divine intervention.

Because for him, he chose to see the lifealtering occurrence as an awakening that drove him to finally pursue his passion – to become an inspirational speaker and, eventually, a best-selling author.

Bader launched his company jckrbbt in 2007 that focused on helping others truly understand themselves by creating a powerful vision for their futures. “I named it for the jackrabbit,” he explained, “because the jackrabbit has great vision because its eyes are high up, and back on its head, giving it a great awareness of the environment. I took the vowels out to give it a different look. Through my speaking and workshops I encourage people to think about their lives, and offer principles they can apply to get more happiness and fulfillment in their lives.”

His innovative concept was well received in the hustle and bustle culture of the corporate world and, combined with his exceptional interpersonal skills and enthusiasm to help others really understand themselves, jckrbbt grew at an exponential rate.

Soon he was working with major corporations such as Marriott, Adidas, Reebok, Wawa, Merck Pharmaceuticals, Christianna Health and Astellas Pharmaceuticals to present workshops to their employees.

“The idea is to help workers become more productive,” Bader explained, “To show them how to better manage themselves and their emails and other ‘stuff’, have a clear vision, and harness the power of stillness.”

Never one to rest on his laurels, Bader added the title of best-selling author to his resume in 2012 when he released Back From Heaven’s Front Porch, which received rave reviews from Success Magazine and ranked #1 and #2 on Amazon in the categories of inspiration and self-help. Based on his own near-death experience, the book beautifully chronicles one man’s struggle to be alive again after an accident claims the life of his friend and nearly his own.

After spending a few moments on Heaven’s front porch with God, he is thrust back into his old life. In the months that follow, he struggles to find purpose and meaning in the day-to-day of life. In his quest, he uncovers five principles—JCKRBBT—necessary to move him from just living again…to being fully alive.

Tom Culver, CEO and Co-Founder of Goodments, a purpose driven business aiming to shape a more sustainable future through responsible investing joins Enterprise Radio.

Goodments makes it easy for people to invest in good business using an app that matches investors to shares based on their environmental, social and ethical values.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Tom Culver discuss the following:

* What is responsible investing and how can people invest responsibly?

* Where is the increase in responsible investing coming from.

* How is data and technology driving this trend.

* Are there benefits for investors to invest in businesses that act responsibly.

* How do companies reconcile the responsibility to make profit for shareholders with responsible practices.

Founded in 2016, Goodments is the world first investment app that matches investors to shares based on their environmental, social and ethical values.  At the core of the business sits the social mission to shape a more sustainable future. Founded by husband and wife team, Tom and Emily and Babar Ali, Goodments is revolutionising the way that people make investment today.

Website: www.goodments.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Goodments

Twitter: https://twitter.com/goodments

Dr. Amish Patel, the Founder and CEO of Integrated Rehab Consultants, a company that has discovered an important need in today’s growing nursing home system joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Dr. Amish Patel discuss the following:

* You are a practicing physiatrist. Tell me what that is.

* Tell me what your business, Integrated Rehab Consultants, is and how it works.

* What niche did you discover that allowed you to create a successful business?

* How has the evolving healthcare situation in the U.S. recently helped or hurt your business?

* Your total net revenue grew to $21 million in just 6 years. How did you do that?

Dr. Amish Patel is the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of Integrated Rehab Consultants.

Dr. Amish Patel graduated medical school from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. He received his medical degree in 2006. After graduating, Dr. Patel obtained a highly competitive transitional year internship at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago. He graduated from his Internship with Honors in 2007.

Dr. Patel began his specialty training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton, IL in 2007. While at Marianjoy, Dr. Patel headed up several committees including the Ethics Committee, Patient Safety Committee, and GME Committee. Dr. Patel served as Chief Resident his senior year and graduated his residency in 2010.

Dr. Patel also served as the Medical Director for Advanced Neurological Services, for which he conducted electromyography tests throughout the Chicagoland area from 2010-2012. In 2012, Dr. Patel left his position there to start EMrG Diagnostic testing. EMrG is currently conducting EMG testing in the greater Chicago area and is in the process of expanding nationally.

Currently, Dr. Patel is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Integrated Rehab Consultants. IRC specializes in rehab in post-acute facilities, and is the largest rehabilitation physician (also called a physiatrist) group in the country with more than 100 physicians. IRC currently has contracts to provide physiatry services to skilled nursing facilities in more than 22 states.

Dr. Patel is a member of numerous professional societies including American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Website: www.IRehabConsultants.com

John Crestani, an internationally-renowned expert in affiliate marketing again joins Enterprise Radio for a series of interviews. On this episode, John will discuss how education needs to change moving forward in the 21st century.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest John Crestani discuss the following:

* Whats wrong with education today?

* Now, in past interviews you’ve spoken about education as ‘the education industry’, what do you mean by that? Education is largely comprised of non-profits, yet it seems you accuse them of ulterior motives, can you explain that?

* You’re obviously involved with universities and colleges, and I heard through the grapevine that you are going on a tour speaking at a number of institutions. What exactly are you speaking to these students about, and what messages are you trying to convey?

* What do you believe the future of education looks like?

* What are the best examples of education, in your eyes?

Born in 1987, John Crestani has accomplished a lot in his twenty-nine years. Cretstani had his first taste of financial & mobility independence in 2006; as he and his first car sped off to college. Fast forward to 2009 and Crestani, 21, traveled to Thailand to figure out his direction in life and “find” himself. During this time he read a number of spiritual works, such as The Alchemist, that would later influence his life.

But his saving grace turned out to be a business book: The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss, the now-classic manual for breaking free of the nine-to-five desk job by building an online business. John Crestani was sitting on a beach in Thailand, poor and lost in his life when he opened a book that helped transform him to becoming a motivated and successful internet entrepreneur.

After a number of years of trial-and-error of building his internet business, Crestani finally managed to create a multi-million dollar business, met his wife, and travel the world. In 2016, he had his first child while growing the company. He went from deep in debt, to having a successful, cashflow-positive business, that supports his life.

As of late he’s gone on to build an empire in education. And now he’s taken it upon himself to teach a handful of aspiring entrepreneurs how they too can transition to the new entrepreneurial economy, and be the boss of themselves. Currently Crestani is preparing for the release of his new platform; a dramatic new business model focused on helping others gain control of their time.

Crestani hopes to share his unparalleled insight and experience and wants others to become part of a community of people who share similar aspirations. “Now is the only time to start living life on your own terms,” exclaims Crestani, adding “I hope to help people in any way I can.”

Website: www.johncrestani.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnCrestani

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnCrestani

Ingrid Thompson, Founder of Healthy Numbers a company dedicated to Growing Business Healthier. Ingrid has just finished her first book “So you want to start a business” and joins Entrepreneurial Fit Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Ingrid Thompson discuss the following:

* It seems everyone is getting started in their own business these days. I’m curious about your statement “don’t quit your day job” Why do you say this?

* It sounds like you take a practical approach to helping people get started in their business. Is that how you see yourself and the way you work?

* That’s a great example Ingrid. So how does the person who loves yoga assess if a yoga studio is in fact a viable and sustainable business?

* You have mentioned yoga and Pilates. These are areas of particular interest to you, aren’t they? Could you please talk about the work you are doing with yoga and Pilates and small businesses getting started?

* Sounds like a terrific program for Pilates and yoga businesses and for other health professionals. Ingrid, you mentioned the importance of having a “why” in the business. Why do you do what you do? What’s your Why?

* What would be your biggest tip to all those aspiring startups out there?

Ingrid Thompson is the Founder of Healthy Numbers Pty Ltd. which is a training company specialising in business acumen training for people in the Health and Wellness sector.

Over the past 10 years Ingrid has worked with almost a thousand businesses, mostly in the health sector, including Pilates Studios, yoga studios, personal trainers, physiotherapists, chiropractors, acupuncture clinics and dentists.  She has helped them get started in their own business and to establish themselves in the early years of being in business.

Ingrid believes that many people choose to work in health related businesses and yet they are rarely, if ever, given business training during their professional training and practical placements. These are the people that she helps make successful. With the right training Ingrid realised they could fast track their business startups and save time, money and be more successful more quickly.

Healthy Numbers has developed a unique 7 step methodology for small business startups. This forms the basis for the face to face training as well as online training courses. Ingrid has recently developed a specific online course for Pilates Studio businesses which has been endorsed by the Australian and American Pilates Peak Body.

Website: www.healthynumbers.com.au

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowingBusinessesHealthier

Twitter: https://twitter.com/IngridLouiseT

Tim Sullivan the President of Energy Beverages, Inc. a company that imports and distributes SHARK Energy Drink in the US joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Tim Sullivan discuss the following:

* How did you discover SHARK Energy Drink?

* Why did you decide to get involved with SHARK Energy Drink distribution in the US and lead the effort as the US based CEO?

* Tell us about leading an energy drink company in such a competitive environment?.

* Why does the country need another energy drink?

* How has SHARK Energy Drink been adopted in other countries around the globe?

Tim Sullivan is President and CEO of Energy Beverages Inc. which imports and distributes SHARK Energy Drink within the US market.  With 20+ years of consulting experience across various industries delivering value to Fortune 500 clients, Tim is now focused on using his diverse business and technology experience for developing the SHARK Energy Drink brand in the US.

As a senior thought leader of proven experience in managing resources, teams, strategy, executive relationships, customer and  partner collaboration, Tim is an energetic, collaborative leader delivering sustainable results while cultivating high integrity relationships to expand the distribution and adoption of SHARK Energy Drink in the region.

Website: www.sharkenergyusa.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SHARKEnergyUSA

Twitter: https://twitter.com/_SHARKEnergy

Elliot Omanson, the managing partner of Sage Financial, a financial planning firm that specializes in retirement planning for pre-retirees and existing retirees joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Elliot Omanson discuss the following:

* Tell us about your background. How did you end up becoming a financial advisor?

* Are there any key incidents or life changing events that inspired your decision to become a financial advisor?

* What has been the most rewarding aspect of your financial career so far?

* When you started out in finance, what specific idea, purpose or vision guided your motive to be where you are today?

* What do you hope to achieve within Sage Financial?

* What would you recommend people do or say when they encounter resistance towards becoming a financial advisor?

After serving multiple combat tours with the U.S. Army, Elliot Omanson was honorably discharged and began to explore a career in the financial services industry. He joined Terry Sharp and the team at Sage Financial in March 2014. Having traveled to 13 different countries on 3 continents, Elliot brings a unique perspective to the “Financial Wellness Initiative” at Sage Financial. As an avid reader and lifelong student, he recognizes the importance of planning first and investing second in today’s challenging retirement landscape. He has conducted numerous financial planning workshops that have been widely attended by those in or nearing retirement. On a personal note, Elliot and his wife Aubrey have 3 daughters, a son, and a dog. They enjoy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, outdoor sporting events, and being involved in their church.

Website: www.sagefinancial.org

Dan Schoenbaum the CEO of Cooladata, a business intelligence platform that leverages behavioral analytics to improve conversions joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Dan Schoenbaum discuss the following:

* Your company places importance on long-term behavioral analytics – why is this significantly better than looking at single touch point data, common with Google Analytics?

* Recent studies are showing that companies are not satisfied with their analytics mainly because they don’t have the means to analyze it, how can behavioral analytics remedy this problem?

* Once you collect this data, how do businesses segment and target specific groups?

* What kind of feedback have you received from users who have transitioned from other behavioral analytic tools?

* What would you tell a CEO that is reluctant to switch over?

* How do you see behavioral analytics influencing business intelligence in the future?

Dan Schoenbaum is the CEO of Cooladata, with over 23 years of experience building, growing and leading high-growth SaaS companies.Prior to Cooladata, he led Redbooth from its inception to a company with over 3,000 customers and global licensing deals in addition to partnerships with Cisco, CA and Box. Dan was also previously COO for Tripwire where he helped triple revenues to $90M, file an S1 on the NASDAQ and sell the company.

Website: www.cooladata.com