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Isaac Lidsky, the blind Founder and CEO of ODC Construction & the New York Times best-selling author of “Eyes Wide Open: Overcoming Obstacles and Recognizing Opportunities In A World That Can’t See Clearly” joins Enterprise Radio.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Isaac Lidsky discuss the following:

* You write that going blind is one of the best things that ever happened to you. What do you mean?

* You were a very successful lawyer with an elite resume–including clerking for two U.S. Supreme Court Justices. Why did you leave that all behind to buy a small construction company?

* You encourage us to create the realities we want for ourselves. What does this mean–how do we begin to do that?

* Despite a very busy professional life and personal life, you decided to write a book. Why?

* If you had to summarize your philosophy on leadership/management, how would you describe it?

Isaac Lidsky may possess the most eclectic resume in business. Over the years, he has been a child television star (he played series regular “Weasel” on NBC’s “Saved By The Bell: The New Class”), a Supreme Court clerk (for Justices Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg), and the co-founder of an internet startup. More recently, Lidsky has used his gift for logistics to build ODC Construction into one of the fastest-growing construction businesses,” transforming an unsophisticated $11 million concrete subcontractor that was hemorrhaging money into an industry-leading $150 million construction services company—in 5 years.” -Inc. Magazine, The Incredibly Inspiring Journey of a Blind Entrepreneur, October 1, 2015.

The full list of his accomplishments is far longer. Lidsky graduated from Harvard at 19 with an honors degree in mathematics and computer science. He graduated from Harvard Law School magna cum laude. As a U.S. Justice Department lawyer, Lidsky argued more than a dozen appeals in federal court on behalf of the United States and never lost a case. He founded a nonprofit organization to fund the development of treatments for blinding diseases and within 5 years grew it to a dozen cities nationwide and more than $5 million. The technology company he founded sold for $230 million.

In 2016 Lidsky set out to share with others his empowering approach to living and leading, and he was promptly recognized as a visionary thought leader. Penguin Random House acquired for publication his first book, Eyes Wide Open, and it hit the shelves as a New York Times best seller in March 2017. TED invited Lidsky to present a mainstage TED Talk at TEDSUMMIT 2016 in Banff, Canada, and it was viewed more than a million times in 20 days. Lidsky now speaks to and works with organizations around the world.

He has been recognized for his achievements dozens of times and his leadership is routinely sought after. He is an advisor to a $1+ billion tech “unicorn.” He is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), the world’s premier peer network of chief executives and business leaders, and was tapped to lead the Orlando Chapter and to serve on the Regional Executive Committee for the Southeast U.S. and Caribbean. He was asked to join the Young Entrepreneur Council. He has been appointed to State leadership positions by the Governor of Florida and to a federal position by a U.S. Senator. He sits on the Board of the Florida Hospital For Children. He was named 1 of 4 Temple Bar Scholars by the United...

Jeff Hirsch, Founder & President of The Right Brain Studio joins Enterprise Radio to discuss the value of creative qualitative research. Jeff is a creative strategist who’s insights has shaped strategies and innovations for global powerhouses to start-ups across a wide range of categories.

This episode of Enterprise Radio is working in conjunction with the Sales & Marketing Channel.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Jeff Hirsch discuss the following:

* For the benefit of our listeners, please give us an overview about what The Right Brain Studio does.

* What makes your approach to qualitative research and marketing so distinctive?

* Why is the work you do so critical to, say, the success of a product launch or a branding campaign?

* Why is qualitative research so valuable in general?

* What are some other things you want listeners to know about The Right Brain Studio?

Jeff Hirsch is the Founder & President of The Right Brain Studio and Adjunct Professor in the graduate communications program at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School.

His business development strategies and new product ideas are responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in revenues for some of the world’s top brands such as Pepsi, Colgate-Palmolive, General Mills, Johnson & Johnson, Brown-Forman, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Anheuser-Busch, Walt Disney and many others.

A former executive with DKG Advertising, Brown-Forman, Campbell-Mithun and Chiat/Day, Jeff knows how to find the emotional core of a brand’s identity.

An avid reader, golfer, filmgoer and music lover, Jeff enjoys performing solo – or joining his band – at local clubs and events. He also maintains his availability, should the team need his talents, to play center field for the New York Mets.

Jeff has an M.S. in Advertising and a B.S. in Communications from Northwestern University.

Website: www.therightbrainstudio.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyhirsch

Twitter: @jeffreyhirsch

Susana Hands who has been both a franchisee, a franchisor and is now a franchise recruitment specialist joins Enterprise Radio. Susana is representing The Franchise Institute which is one Australia’s most experienced franchise companies.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Susana Hands discuss the following:

* Can you tell me a bit about the franchise market in Australia?

* Why do you think franchising is such a sought after model for business growth?

* What’ the advantage of franchising your business over opening more corporately owned units?

* Why do people want to buy a franchise?

* You are involved in franchising businesses – what do you look for when determining if a business is franchiseable?

Susana Hands has been both a franchisee, a franchisor and is now a franchise recruitment specialist. She works for The Franchise Institute who is one Australia’s most experienced franchise companies. They are a full service agency that has helped more than 300 Australian businesses and organisations expand their business through franchising.  They specialise in franchising small and small medium sized businesses and have worked with many different types of companies all around Australia from sole traders to mid-size firms; retail businesses to mobile businesses.

Three key factors set them apart from their competitors, Firstly while they have been franchise consultants for more than a decade they were once franchisors and before that almost franchisees. What that means for their clients is that they are able to share their real first-hand experience across the franchising spectrum. Secondly they have a practical hands-on approach to simply the franchising process where possible. Finally they work with their clients every step ensuring they build a robust franchise system.

Website: www.thefranchiseinstitute.com.au

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

Elyse Daniels the CEO of Exodus Wear, a multi-million dollar business that provides fully customisable jackets, inside and out joins Enterprise Radio to discuss how finding a strategic partner or investor for your business is just like dating.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Elyse Daniels discuss the following:

* When should you consider taking on a strategic partner or investment?

* What has your experience been like looking for a strategic partner?

* What should you do before seeking out investors?

* How do you know when an investor is ‘the one’?

* What was something that surprised you during the negotiations?

About Exodus Wear:

Exodus Wear makes the most customisable jackets and tracksuits. We specialise in leavers wear for Year 12 students, tour jackets for dance schools and tracksuits for sporting groups but we can custom made and jackets or tracksuits for your group. Whether it is a baseball shirt for your Roller Derby Team, a satin bomber for your Car Club or a tracksuit for your Chorus Group (yes we have done all those!) we can make it for you and customise them to your specifications inside and out. Our jackets have been worn by Justin Bieber, Justice Crew, Kylie Sandilands, Stan Walker, Israel Cruz plus many more celebrities.

Entrepreneurship was always in her blood with Elyse’s family starting a promotional products business when she was just 12 years old. The school holidays saw her working for her parents and she even had some of her own clients. One of her clients was Australian fashion label Wheels and Dollbaby. Not being old enough to drive meant getting dropped off at the Wheels and Dollbaby store in Darlinghurst by her Dad who would wait in a nearby coffee shop until the appointment was over. From Wheels and Dollbaby she learnt how important attention to detail is for a brand not only in their products but in all their brand material. One memorable appointment was when she stood nervously waiting as Melanie Greensmith the founder of Wheels and Dollbaby picked the perfect pantone colour for their custom matchboxes.

As School Captain, Elyse got to refine her entrepreneurial skills further by organising fundraising events which helped raise thousands of dollars to be put towards Year 12 activities. After completing a Business & Marketing degree at the University of Western Sydney and securing a job at an international company Elyse thought she had ‘made it’. However she soon came to the realisation that she enjoyed the variety working in a small business offered and figured she might be suited to a smaller company where she would be able to offer her skills across a variety of areas in the business instead of specialising only in marketing.

At 20 she joined the family business in promotional products full-time and while there learnt the importance of personalisation and the demand for custom products. She saw an opportunity to sell jackets that were designed by the customer and customised inside and out focusing on the leavers wear market and community groups. In August 2009 she took her first order of custom jackets and with that Exodus Wear was born.

From there it was a quick transition to full time entrepreneur but a long journey with many ups and downs to reach the point of running a multi million dollar company servicing Australia wide. With highlights such as having Justin Bieber wear one of her jackets to learning first hand the pitfalls of sourcing direct from China every day the business teaches her something new.

“I think a big part of our success comes from placing no restrictions on what our customers can design but keeping the pricing model simple so they d...

Patrick Taylor, CEO of Oversight Systems, an Atlanta based software company that provides solutions that automate compliance for disbursement related business processes such as Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense and Purchase Card programs again joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Patrick Taylor discuss the following:

* In your latest op-ed called “robots are coming into the work force now” & how this is becoming the new normal and we better be ready for this. Can you talk about that and what you mean to our listeners.

* You mention that artificial intelligence will have a real impact on our lives in the workforce and outside of it – and the change can be positive if we feel comfortable with it. I know in our society today its always about embracing change. Talk about that and the role AI plays into the future.

* When it comes to artificial intelligence, is America behind the curve compared to other countries and the rest of the world? How will artificial intelligence effect the American workforce now and in the future?

* How has artificial intelligence affected your business?

* Can you give us an example of how you helped one of your clients with the use of artificial intelligence?

* Tell us about Oversight Systems and how you help companies and organizations and where they can find you.

Oversight Systems CEO Patrick Taylor

Patrick Taylor is an authority in the convergence of business analytics, information security and the implementation of technology to boost organizational performance. Patrick recognized that most IT-security and financial-system controls focus on user access and role management, but don’t address how to convert ERP, CRM and other financial transaction resources into plain-language, actionable insights. After speaking with executives from across the country, Patrick launched Oversight Systems to pioneer the concepts and technology for continuous transaction analytics.

As a thought leader in predictive business analytics, Patrick has spoken at a wide variety of conferences. He has held leading positions at Internet Security Systems (ISS) and Symantec as well as ORACLE, Red Brick Systems, GO, Air2Web and Fast-Talk. Patrick has a bachelor of mechanical engineering degree with honors from the Georgia Institute of Technology and an MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration.

Oversight Systems

Oversight Systems is an Atlanta based software company founded in 2003. We provide solutions that automate compliance for disbursement related business processes such as Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense and Purchase Card programs. Our solutions are delivered in a Software-as-a-Service model where we host, support, and manage the application on your behalf. Our solutions leverage pre-built analytics that take into account over 13 years of best practices experience we have developed working with global commercial organizations and government agencies.

Website: www.oversightsystems.com

Stephen Voller, Carbon-Ion Technology creator and CEO of ZapGo Limited joins Enterprise Radio. On this podcast, we’ll learn about the faster charging and safer alternative to Lithium Ion that has the battery world talking volumes.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Stephen Voller discuss the following:

* What “energizes” Stephen? Tell us something about yourself…what gets you up and going in the morning as you formulate these incredible new ideas?

* As an entrepreneur, what have been the greatest risks that you have taken in your career? For your company?

* How has your prior experience prepared you for your role at ZapGo?

* ZapGo has developed its Carbon-Ion technology quickly, especially when you consider how long Lithium-ion took. How did you and your team accomplish that enormous feat?

* Who are some of your customers/partners and how did you convince them to incorporate Carbon-Ion technology into their products?

* What are unexpected challenges that entrepreneurs launching a brand new technology should be aware of?

Stephen Voller is an experienced business leader and a recognized authority on energy storage technologies. He is the inventor of Carbon-Ion and he founded ZapGo Limited in 2013 to produce the next generation of energy storage devices based on this technology platform, with four core values: to be faster charging, safer, longer lasting and more recyclable than lithium batteries.

Stephen has taken several technology businesses through concept, design and then into production. He launched the first ever CE-marked hydrogen fuel cell product, and was co-founder of the hydrogen storage company, Cella Energy. He previously ran a $1bn business unit at IBM. He is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).

Website: www.zapgo.com

Michael Rubinstein, the owner of the Law Office of Michael E. Rubinstein, a personal injury practice serving clients throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties, California again joins Enterprise Radio and the Legal Corner Channel to discuss understanding California hit-and-run cases.

This episode of Enterprise Radio is in conjunction with eLosAngeles (Greater Los Angeles Entrepreneurs).

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Michael Rubinstein discuss the following:

* We’ve all heard the term hit-and-run. Can you explain the term for the benefit of our listeners?

* You mentioned some alarming statistics regarding hit-and-run automobile collisions in Los Angeles. Can you tell our listeners more about this?

* Walk us through it, Michael. Someone’s involved in a hit-and-run. What do they do next?

* If someone’s injured in a hit-and-run case, can they still recover for their injuries, and pain and suffering ?

* How might a hit-and-run case differ from a typical automobile collision case?

* Tell our listeners where they can learn more about Los Angeles hit and run issues.

Michael Rubinstein is the owner of the Law Office of Michael E. Rubinstein, a personal injury practice serving clients throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

Prior to graduating Loyola Law School, Michael was ordained as a rabbi by a panel of prominent international rabbis. He uses his unique background as a rabbi and lawyer to help successfully represent his clients in a variety of personal injury matters.

You can learn more by visiting his website and reading his daily Tort Talk blog at www.rabbilawyer.com. Follow him on twitter at @rabbilawyer, Facebook at Rabbi Lawyer, and now on Instagram too! #Rabbilawyer.

Website: www.rabbilawyer.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Rabbi-Lawyer

Twitter: @Rabbilawyer

Isabella Hawker, Founder and CEO of TheWhipp, an email newsletter that is changing the way younger generations consume news joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Isabella Hawker discuss the following:

* How did you come up with this idea?

* Why is this important to you?

* What has been your greatest challenge so far?

* Your greatest achievement and then failure?

* What’s your main motivation to succeed?

* What is the next chapter for your business? What do you want to achieve next?

Isabella Hawker is the Founder and CEO at TheWhipp. She is committed to the development of ideas and strategic communication in achieving effective outcomes for customers.

In 2011 she completed her High School Certificate in Brisbane, also achieving a Certificate ll Tertiary studies in Agriculture and Business. The following year she worked as a teacher’s aide in the UK, which gave her experience in working in professional teams and exposed her to international ideas and work practices.

In 2013, Isabella commenced a Bachelor of Communication and Arts, majoring in Public Relations, Psychology and Criminology at the University of Queensland.

In 2015 Isabella was accepted to study in the United States at The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (UNC). There she majored in public relations in the School of Media and Journalism.

During her undergraduate studies Isabella has gained diverse experience in media and communication through internships. Most significantly at Christian Dior Parfumes in Sydney, and at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals in London, The Royal Flying Doctor Service Queensland, and more recently at Seedbed Media in Brisbane.

Isabella is in the final year of her studies at UQ, and is enjoying developing her skills as an entrepreneur.

Website: www.thewhipp.net

Social Media Links:

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thewhippau

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

Eric Mandel, President of BlackMesh that offers secure, compliant, and scalable web hosting platforms joins Enterprise Radio to discuss trusted online data storage in today’s digital world.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Eric Mandel discuss the following:

* How did BlackMesh get started?

* What is your background?

* Did any of those experiences help prepare you for BlackMesh and online storage platforms?

* What advice do you have for people getting started?

* How do you determine if your company has the ability to succeed in such a competitive market?

* What trends have you seen in the industry since you began at BlackMesh?

* How Does BlackMesh combat cyber threats?

* Tell us a bit more about cyber security and how BlackMesh has achieved a trusted reputation.

Eric Mandel, President of BlackMesh, has over 20 years of experience in advanced technology and business development.

With a passion of technology, Eric came from college to D.C. for the endless possibilities and tightknit community.  While working in the government technology arena as a software developer, Eric was an early adopter and promoter of open source.  In 2003, Eric recognized the area as a technology and datacenter hub and co-founded BlackMesh.

Eric is a family man and sports fanatic whose passion for technology has shaped his career.

Website: www.blackmesh.com

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

Sil Orlando, the Chief Executive Officer of Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services, a Highland Park-based organization that provides comprehensive treatment, specialized education and support services to abused and neglected youth joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Sil Orlando discuss the following:

* Tell us about Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services.

* We understand there was a recent merger. Can you tell us more about that?

* Please describe the type of youth you help and what is their future like after they leave.

* What types of activities do you offer? I understand you have an auto shop and sports, for example.

* We’d love to hear a few success stories about your young people as they became adults.

Silvio John Orlando is Chief Executive Officer of Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services, a Highland Park-based organization that provides comprehensive treatment, specialized education and support services to abused and neglected youth.  Named to the position in February 1999, he is responsible for the overall operation of the agency. He has been working in the field of child welfare for over 40 years.

Prior to joining OYHFS, Orlando was the Associate Executive Director at Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services in West Los Angeles (1988-1999), where he was, among other things, responsible for the agency’s residential program.  He led that agency to accreditation by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and led a team that introduced TIER, a computerized clinical record system.  Further, he initiated a contract with the Department of Mental Health to provide clinical and program services to Vista residents, established their non-public school, and earned a reputation as an expert in treatment planning, scheduling, fiscal accountability and knowledge of accreditation standards.

Mr. Orlando is a past- president of The Association of Community Human Services Agencies, and a past- president of the California Alliance of Children and Family Services.

He began his career at Shawbridge Youth Centers, a child welfare agency near Montreal, Canada in 1970.  In 1978, he was appointed Campus Director of its residential program and later also assumed command of the agency’s community services division.  From 1983-1988, he served as The Assistant Director of Hawthorne Cedar Knolls School (a division of JBFCS) which is a residential treatment facility in Westchester County, New York

A native of Montreal, Sil graduated from Loyola College of Montreal with two bachelor’s degrees, one in psychology.  He holds a Masters of Social Work (MSW) degree from the Boston College School of Social Work.

A few of his accomplishments since being at Optimist include: increasing the number of children serve from 200 to 700 every day through the addition of several new programs; increasing the annual agency budget from 17 million to 36 million, adding some 200 staff, and negotiating a contract with the LA County Department of Mental Health which is now 7.9 million dollars. He built a 24,000 square foot Youth Learning Center on our main campus. In addition he led to effort to achieve national accreditation from the Council on Accreditation and established effective quality improvement and development departments. In 2013 he negotiated with the County of Los Angeles to open a Charter school on Optimist’s main campus to serve probation and foster youth. The school is WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) accredited. In 2015 the agency was certified by the Human Rights Campaign as a LGBTQ provider of excellence.

In January 2017 he completed the acquisition of Pacific...