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Alison Balnar and Lucas Zaffari, two young and talented actors left their homelands (Alison – Canada) (Lucas – Brazil) to follow their passion of acting and joins Enterprise Radio to discuss their life on the silver screen.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guests Alison Balnar and Lucas Zaffari discuss the following:

* What sparked your interest in acting? Have you always enjoyed story telling?

* It takes a bold choice to leave your homeland and pursue your passion for acting. When did you decide to make the move to Hollywood?

* You both studied at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles, one of the top acting schools in the country. How beneficial was your experience there to develop your craft as actors?

* You both star in the independent short film “60 Eight” which premiered this month at Cannes Festival Short Film Corner. How was it working together and how exciting is it to have your film premiere in Cannes?

* You recently produced a project together called “The Dating Diaries”, a fun comedy sketch on speed dating. Who came up with the concept?

* What advice would you give to young actors considering a move to Hollywood to pursue their dream?

* What’s next for you both?

Alison Balnar is a Canadian born actress, who moved to Los Angeles in 2014 to study at the New York Film Academy and pursue her passion for acting.  This 22-year-old talented actress, who is bright and articulate, is quickly making her mark in Hollywood; starring in both independent film (“60 Eight”, “Nexus”) and theatre (“The Graduate.”) She is currently part of the famed improv group, The Groundlings. Alison will also star in the short film, “Bloggers.”

Alison began acting at the age of ten, when she starred as ‘Dorothy’ in “The Wizard of Oz.” This experience created an everlasting love for the craft of acting. In 2012, Alison was awarded the Award of Merit for Performance by the Ontario Sears Drama Festival.

Brazilian born Lucas Zaffari relocated to Los Angeles from Porto Alegre to study at the New York Film Academy and pursue his passion for acting. Fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish, this talented 26 year old has already appeared in several independent and student movies (“Killing Claire”,”60 Eight”, ”Eva’s Pocket Watch”) since arriving in Hollywood. He has also starred in theatre productions, including “The Graduate.” Lucas is currently part of the legendary improv group, The Groundlings. He recently wrapped a starring role in the short film, “Bloggers.”

Lucas began studying acting in Brazil, where he quickly made a name for himself. He landed his dream voice over gig with “Alla Te Espero”, a Colombian Telenovela. This month, Lucas will be beginning his 4th Telenovela voice over gig for “Somos Famíla.” Other voice over credits include “Piel Salvaje” and “Voltea Pa’Que Te Enamores”, which are South American Telenovelas. Lucas also filmed a starring role in the independent film, “Ódio” in Brazil, which will premiere August 2016.

Websites: www.alisonbalnar.com | www.lucaszaffari.com

Aaron Mandelbaum, the Chief Strategy Officer at Digipowers which provides world-class marketing and cutting-edge technology solutions joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Aaron Mandelbaum discuss the following:

What does DigiPowers do? Last time we spoke you were the CEO of Icebreaker Consulting now the Chief Strategy Officer at DigiPowers.

* What was the transition to DigiPowers like?

* How many people do you employ and where are they?

* How do you balance Software development, Market Strategy, and Predictive analytics?

* What should we look forward to in the realm of predictive analytics?

Aaron Mandelbaum is the Chief Strategy Officer at Digipowers which provides world-class marketing and cutting-edge technology solutions for clients to differentiate themselves. Their goal is to reach over 100 million people to make their lives happier and healthier. Clients include, NBC, Hearst, USA BMX Olympic Team, Super Bowl 50, and Playstation.

Website: www.digipowers.com

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Jeffery Lakes, founder of CardsCashRewards.com, a company that develops and markets gift cards for small retailers, brands and more again joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Jeffery Lakes discuss the following:

* What is the ultimate goal for CardsCashRewards.com?

* I understand CardsCashRewards.com was recently recognized as a 2016 American Small Business Champion…can you tell us more about that?

* How has this championship experience helped your business?

* How has working with a SCORE Mentor helped you and your business?

* Any plans to enter more small business competitions…and if so, why?

CardsCashRewards.com develops and markets gift cards into integrated solutions that enable independent merchants to compete with big box and online retailers. To facilitate its multiple merchant, one card gift card solution, CardsCashRewards.com introduces The Ultimate Gift Card Network™ to organize merchants into a dynamic alliance for acquiring customers, cross-marketing products and services, bartering and trading, and driving sales and revenues merchants otherwise would not experience. To facilitate these dynamic solutions, CardsCashRewards.com buys and sells small retailers’ gift cards through its online marketplace to prove its market value proposition for helping them acquire and retain customers.

Website: CardsCashRewards.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: http://facebook.com/CardsCashRewards

Twitter: @CardsCashReward

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Malik Jaffer, Owner and Founder of The Mobilizer, that helps businesses engage and retain their clients and customers through easy-to-use mobile marketing techniques joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Malik Jaffer discuss the following:

* With your over 30 years of experience in working with different businessmen, what is their most common concern?

* As a leader in the mobile marketing arena, can you share your experience on how mobile marketing plays a role in how you reach people?

* If you could say one thing to all small business owners in regards to mobile marketing, what would it be?

* What are some trends you are seeing with how people use mobile technology to connect?

* Can you share a story from your life (or a customer of yours) that we can learn from?

* In one of your blogs, you wrote a formula equating customer loyalty plus text messages equals to more money. Could you give us an example of perhaps one of your clients who benefited from this formula?

* Any final thoughts that passionate entrepreneurs would find helpful?

Malik Jaffer is the author of the upcoming book, THE MOBILIZER™: EASY TO USE, EASY TO IMPLEMENT WAYS TO MOTIVATE, ENGAGE & RETAIN YOUR CUSTOMERS (Go MOBILE Or Perish!). As the owner and founder of The Mobilizer, Malik helps businesses engage and retain their clients and customers through easy-to-use mobile marketing techniques. He is an entrepreneur with over 30 years experience working with and strengthening businesses, non-profits, associations and government entities. Malik coaches owners and executives around the country on development and boosts their businesses using mobile marketing.

Website: themobilizerguru.com

Social Media Links:

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

Twitter: @MobilizerGuru

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Bronson Quon, Vice President at a software company in the automotive industry joins Enterprise Radio to talk about how to be a successful leader in a corporate environment.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Bronson Quon discuss the following:

* Can you tell me a little about yourself?

* Why did you decide to pursue a career in business, and ultimately Accounting?

* What are the 3 most important things you have learned in your professional career that they don’t teach you in school?

* If you could do anything in your professional career over again, what would it be and why?

* How do you separate yourself from others in your field?

* You wouldn’t be in your position if you were not a leader.  How do you define a “leader”?

* What kind of advice would you give to a college student entering the Accounting field?

* What is your ultimate goal in your professional career?

Bronson Quon, a CPA, started his professional career even before graduating college, interning at notable companies like The Walt Disney Company and The Gap where he gained valuable experience in Financial Reporting and Analysis and Revenue.

Upon graduating with a degree in Accounting, he spent 4 years in public accounting with Arthur Andersen and Deloitte & Touche within their respective Assurance & Advisory practices serving in various industries, including Consumer Products, Retail, Aerospace and Oil & Gas.

He transitioned into the private arena in 2003, as Corporate Accounting Manager for a credit card processing company. Through the next several years, Bronson Quon was promoted through various positions. He joined LERETA as First Vice President and Controller in December 2012, and in 2015 became Vice President of Finance at Motor Vehicle Software Corporation (MVSC). He has been married to his wife, Julie, for several years and has two beautiful daughters, Olivia and Ellie.

Website: www.bronsonquon.com

Instagram: @BronsonQuon

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Cathy Salit, CEO and Co-Founder of Performance of a Lifetime, a consulting firm that uses the art and science of theatrical performance to help leaders, teams and organizations grow by focusing on the human side of business strategy joins Enterprise Radio.

Cathy is the author of new book, Performance Breakthrough: A Radical Approach to Success at Work which presents her philosophy for performing at work and in life.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Cathy Salit discuss the following:

* Can you talk about what led you to forming your company, Performance of a Lifetime, and the work you do/your mission?

* You recently published a new book, titled PERFORMANCE BREAKTHROUGH, about your work with Performance of a Lifetime and in it, you discuss your philosophy and performance techniques. Why are these methodologies and techniques necessary – how can they help entrepreneurs starting new business?

* In the book, you talk about the 5 Fundamentals of Performance. The first being “Choose to Grow”. What does that mean? What is your favorite performance fundamental you discuss in your book?

* Many entrepreneurs struggle when it comes to leading organizations and breaking out of their comfort zones. What are some tips using your methodology for how entrepreneurs can become great leaders?

* Why is communication so especially important for entrepreneurs? What is one case study (or some tips) for using your methodology to improve communication skills? Why is listening so important and what can help us become better listeners?

* You devoted a chapter to creating with “crap”. One of the exercises you give is when someone does something that is stupid or annoying, write a poem or make up a song about it. Why does this help? Any examples you’ve seen in action?

Cathy Salit is the CEO and Co-founder of Performance of a Lifetime, a consulting firm that uses the art and science of theatrical performance to help leaders, teams and organizations grow by focusing on the human side of business strategy.

Cathy’s new book, Performance Breakthrough: A Radical Approach to Success at Work (Hachette Books) presents the theory and practical application of this approach to the general public for the first time. She argues that if we tap into our innate human capability to perform and pretend — to be both who we are and who we’re not at the same time (who are becoming) — we can accelerate and expand our learning and growth.

Performance Breakthrough is available for sale now, wherever books are sold.

Website: www.performanceofalifetime.com

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

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Peter Mühlmann, Founder and CEO of Trustpilot, a leading online ratings and review community dedicated to building trust and transparency between businesses and consumers joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Peter Mühlmann discuss the following:

* Let’s start by giving a quick background of Trustpilot, its beginnings and your role at the company.

* What were your key motivators in starting this company? How many reviews are currently on Trustpilot?

* Trust and transparency are the key pillars of Trustpilot. How does the company build trust between businesses and consumers?

* What are the biggest challenges you face as a business?

* Trustpilot is experience exponential growth and has already opened its second location in the U.S. What do you attribute this rapid growth to and where is Trustpilot headed in the future?

* As an entrepreneur yourself, what advice can you give to your fellow entrepreneurs in growing a business?

* Why is company culture so important?

Summary: Install your company’s values and make it the center of your business. At Trustpilot, we maintain trust and transparency and encourage open, honest conversations that lead to more educated and informed decisions. As an entrepreneur, these values remain true and will lead you to success in the long run.

Mühlmann is Founder and CEO of Trustpilot, a fast-growing tech startup looking to transform online consumer shopping experiences, and has been the main driver behind the company’s continued global expansion. Over the last nine years he has led Trustpilot from a small Danish startup to an international, multi million-dollar company. Peter heads the company focusing on business strategy and product development.

Founded in 2007, Trustpilot now provides more than 130,000 businesses with TrustScores based on 20 million customer reviews. Peter has expanded the company from 1 to 500+ employees with offices in New York, London, Melbourne, Berlin and Copenhagen. He was named Danish Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young in 2013, and in the same year Trustpilot won ‘Danish start-up of the year’ at the Next Web’s European Startup Awards. Peter holds a bachelor’s degree from Aarhus University School of Business.

Website: www.trustpilot.com

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Linda F. Williams, the Founder of Whose Apple Dynamic Coaching Services, a personal and professional life coaching service joins Enterprise Radio to share five immutable rules of sustainable change.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Linda F. Williams discuss the following:

* You are and award-winning change agent. Quickly tell us your background.

* Why is employee engagement such a challenge for leaders?

* How does this impact organizational culture?

* Given that, what’s the secret to sustatainable outcomes with respect to employee engagement?

* What are your top 5 keys of employee engagement?

For Linda F. Williams, a profound result of writing Whose Apple is it Anyway! was seven years of shedding layers of trauma, disappointment, and one bad destiny-diverting heartbreak after another. But, every layer shed brought clarity of vision as she has turned that pain into purpose – helping others find their purpose and leverage their past to empower destiny.

Linda is a survivor of rape, domestic violence, homelessness, and a 17-year marriage to a man later convicted as a rapist. She has the insight to recognize how emotional trauma and painful experiences lead to self-defeating behaviors that shout down purpose and immobilize destiny. She knows, from experience, the courage it takes to face down the past; and she is living proof that, “A lifetime of change is empowered by a single act of courage.”

Linda has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX news outlets for her work as a life coach who helps her clients find their purpose and empower their destinies. She has also contributed to articles on business and education at CNNMoney, Community College Review, The Flairst, RescueACEO, Main Street, American Express Open Forum, and Glo Magazine.

Life Coach & Behavioral Expert

Losing sight of hope and purpose is like falling asleep at the wheel, you don’t know you’re asleep until you’re waking up. With each trauma and negative life experience, we tend to become the wrong that is done to us.

As a Certified Christian Life Coach and trained psychotherapist, Linda has a Masters of Social Work, Certification in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling, and is currently a doctoral candidate at Capella University. Linda holistically addresses the psychological and spiritual implications of the Proverb that says, “As a man thinks, so is that man.”  She has the insight to recognize how traumatic events and other painful experiences lead to self-defeating behaviors that can mutate our God-given characters and immobilize purpose by arresting our talents, skills, and abilities.

Contact Linda today for a complimentary, no-obligation, initial coaching consultation. She knows, from experience, the courage it takes to face down the past. Remember, a lifetime of change is empowered by a single act of courage.  Step up and step into your purpose. Destiny cannot deny you. Don’t you deny destiny.

Leadership Empowerment

The only effective change is sustainable change. We have to make a paradigm change from managing human resources to influencing human beings.

As Certified Professional Life Coach, behaviorist, and award winning change agent, Linda holds a bachelor degree in Organizational Leadership. She is experienced in organizational change, cultural transformation, and authentic leadership. With thirty-six years in public administration and seven years as a labor-management leader, she has negotiated several collective bargaining agreements and the largest reorganization in her federal agency history.

She is also experienced in interest-based bargaining and labor-management par...

Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins, a mother/daughter team who are Co-Founders of the Institute of Curiosity and co-authors of ‘The Power of Curiosity: How to Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guests Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins discuss the following:

* It’s rare to hear of a mother/daughter business relationship – what do you do to make your relationship work?

* Tell us a bit about what you do at the Institute of Curiosity?

* There is a lot of talk about ways to use curiosity right now.  How exactly does one use curiosity in conversations to enhance relationships?

* What makes using curiosity in conversations so valuable?  Why should we be more curious?

Often as entrepreneurs we have to have conversations that we dread, that we know are going to be uncomfortable and we simply want to avoid them at all costs. How can curiosity help us in that type of situation?

* What’s one tip listeners can take away and do today to help them improve the quality of their conversations, just one thing that would make a difference and improve the quality of their life?

Kathy Taberner and Kirsten Siggins are mother/daughter certified executive coaching team with a focus on curiosity and authors of The Power Of Curiosity: How To Have Real Conversations That Create Collaboration, Innovation and Understanding.

After 10 years working in leadership development, the biggest need they saw was the lack of curiosity in conversations, which led to conflict.  As mother/daughter they knew too well the dance that takes place when we tell others what to do – it shuts down conversations, limits understanding and creates conflict.

The Institute Of Curiosity was created by recognizing the need for less telling and more curiosity in conversations within organizations, leadership development, and families to improve the quality of our conversations, strengthen our relationships and have those dreaded conversations with ease.

We all want to be seen, heard and understood and Kathy and Kirsten are passionate about sharing their 3 life changing Curiosity Skills that enable you to live the life you want, drama free.

Website: www.instituteofcuriosity.com

Social Media Links:

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

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/instofcuriosity

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Mike Blake, President of Arpeggio Advisors in Atlanta, a business appraisal and strategic advisory firm joins Enterprise Radio to discuss how to value intellectual property.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Mike Blake discuss the following:

* Why is valuing intellectual property important?

* Isn’t value just what someone else is willing to pay?

* What’s different about valuing intellectual property as opposed to valuing businesses?

* What if I don’t have a patent, copyright, or trademark?  Is my intellectual property still worth something?

* What makes one intellectual property different more or less valuable than another?

Concluding Tip: Intellectual property can be valued credibly.  Data is harder to come by, and the techniques can be more complex than valuing businesses, but IP can still be valued and valued in a way that is robust and reliable.

Mike Blake is the founder of Arpeggio Advisors, a boutique business appraisal and corporate strategy advisory firm in Atlanta. Mike’s background has included work in venture capital, investment banking, and public accounting.

For the first eight years of his career, Mike worked in venture capital and investment banking in the U.S. and abroad. In 2004, Mike entered the business appraisal profession full-time, working most recently for Habif, Arogeti & Wynne, LLP (the largest independent public accounting firm headquartered in Atlanta). Mike led HA&W’s effort to become the first appraisal practice in Georgia to earn the International Society of Business Analysts’ Gold Seal of Trust, the only peer review recognition for observing best practices in the business appraisal profession in the United States.

Mike has particular expertise in the appraisal of firms in the fields of professional services, information technology, aerospace, and alternative energy. In addition, he has developed specific expertise in the appraisal of intellectual property and intangible assets.

Mike is an active educator. He is a Special Instructor of Business Valuation in the Georgia Tech/Emory University TI:GER (Technology Innovation: Generating Economic Results) program. In addition, he is regularly invited to provide instruction on entrepreneurship, corporate finance, and business valuation to graduate level classes at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, Kennesaw State University, the University of South Carolina, Georgia State University, and the University of Georgia. Furthermore, he regularly provides continuing professional education for his peers in the business valuation profession.

Mike earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and French (Cum Laude) from Franklin & Marshall College, from which he graduated Phi Beta Kappa. In addition, he holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Georgetown University. Mike is also a member of the Leadership Atlanta Class of 2014.

Mike’s additional professional and community-service passions include supporting entrepreneurship through education and nonprofit board involvement, raising awareness of and fundi...