Enterprise Podcast Network

Alex Chace, a Senior Director at APTelecom, a digital infrastructure consulting firm that specializes in developing connectivity in established and emerging markets around the globe joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Alex Chace discuss the following:

* What kind of demand growth are you seeing in the submarine cable space?

* Looking at digital infrastructure from a utility perspective like water and electricity, what kind of innovation are you seeing in green technology?

* What is the environment for partnership in the digital infrastructure industry?

* While data has been largely centralized over the years, do you see the recent trends in countries wanting to store their data domestically leading to decentralization in data centers?

* Now I understand you are looking to achieve a goal of going from a $10 million revenue business to $100 million by 2030 or sooner?

Alex Chace is Senior Director at APTelecom, a digital infrastructure consulting firm that specializes in developing connectivity in established and emerging markets around the globe. Chace directs content delivery for APTelecom initiatives and programming that promotes resilient networks for cost-effective subsea systems. Chace joined APTelecom in 2021 as Manager East Asia Pacific (EAS). He recently was a moderator at Datacloud Nordics 2022 in Oslo and will be doing so again at Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit 2022 in Dubai.

Chace is an Honors Graduate from Bryant University earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 2020. He completed the Bryant Graduate School of Business Administration MBA in 2021 specializing in International Business.

Website: https://aptelecom.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/aptelecom

Facebook: https://facebook.com/aptelecom.net

Twitter: https://twitter.com/aptelecomnet

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Brian Seay, a Founding Partner at The Capital Stewards based in Huntsville, Alabama joins Enterprise Radio. He has served as an advisor to business owners and wealthy families and also designed strategies for the largest asset management firms in the industry.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Brian Seay discuss the following:

* Tell us about The Capital Stewards and some of the work you do with entrepreneurs and small business owners?

* What are some of the biggest challenges your small business clients are dealing with today?

* When it comes to selecting a company retirement plan, what options are out there for small business owners?

* What should small business owners take into consideration when selecting the best plan for their employees and partners, as well as themselves?

* What are some of the other wealth management and retirement planning challenges you help small business owners overcome?

* What other tips or advice do you have for small business owners in the current environment?

Brian Seay, CFA, is a Founding Partner at The Capital Stewards based in Madison, Alabama. He has spent more than a decade in the financial services industry. He has served as an advisor to business owners and wealthy families and also designed strategies for the largest asset management firms in the industry. Brian is a CFA Charterholder and holds an MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association, the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of Alabama.

Website: https://www.thecapitalstewards.com

Social Media Links:

Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/the-capital-stewards

Twitter: https://twitter.com/capitalsteward

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Alex Iceman, the Founder and CEO of Genium, a software development and agile consulting firm that connects innovative companies with world-class software engineers across the globe joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Alex Iceman discuss the following:

* Share with our listeners a bit of your entrepreneurial backstory.

* Let’s talk about Genium; your industry, services, service area and what has fueled your growth to more than 100 employees? How have you managed remote teams during the pandemic and how do you keep teams engaged, focused and productive, especially when dealing with such precise work?

* What are the top pain points you’re solving for companies when it comes to their tech needs, especially in today’s market?

* What other projects are you working on?

* You believe in giving back and helping others – talk about Genium’s mentorship program.

* In addition to heading a successful tech company, you’re also involved in many outside activities and passions. Tell us about some of those and how you balance work and life.

* What have you learned since starting a business and what advice can you share for aspiring entrepreneurs?

Alex Iceman is the Founder and CEO of Genium, a software development and agile consulting firm that connects innovative companies with world-class software engineers across the globe. A serial entrepreneur, Alex is a passionate leader, coach and culture creator, inspiring people to follow their personal and professional dreams.

After attending one of Eastern Europe’s most prestigious technical schools, Alex emigrated to the U.S. from Russia and landed his first software gig with a Silicon Valley tech company, where he developed and designed large complex multi-tier applications.

Today, Alex leads more than 100 engineers, developers, and other tech experts, to help companies create secure, cutting-edge mobile and web applications building scalable, talented teams tailored to project needs.

Alex also is a professional ice hockey referee for the American Hockey League, a licensed pilot and a music composer. He actively embeds the trainings and discipline derived from his passions into his professional work usingthe parallels of checklists that come with flying into the business landscape and the precision inherent in hockey into his leadership style.

Website: https://www.genium.io

Social Media Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexiceman

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thealexiceman

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

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José Chao, President & CEO of Coppa Cocktails USA, that creates bartender quality, ready-to-serve cocktails in beautifully crafted bottles joins Enterprise Radio.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest José Chao discuss the following:

* Can you tell us a bit about your company?

* Coppa Cocktails is now available in 38 countries, can you tell me a little bit about why Coppa expanded into the US?

* I can see that Coppa Cocktails has beautiful packaging; could you tell me a bit about that influence behind the bottle?

* How does Coppa stand out in the very crowded RTD category?

* Sounds like you are having great success in a crowded category. What pointers can you share with others who would like to find similar success?

Cuban-born José Chao arrived in the US when he was 8 years old. His grandfather had been a cooper for a Cuban rum distillery, and Chao followed his footsteps into the liquor industry. Educated at the University of Illinois, the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Chao’s career has included domestic and international leadership positions with multinationals such as Bacardi Global Brands, for which he spearheaded Global Duty Free/Travel Retail; Marie Brizard Wines & Spirits, for which he led U.S. sales; start-ups such as Blue Nectar Tequila; and his own company Horizon International brands.  

Chao is currently President & CEO of Coppa Cocktails USA, a brand that is multi-national in scale yet in start-up phase in the U.S.  Chao’s expertise forming overall brand strategy, securing distribution partners, negotiating distribution contracts, developing pricing strategies, designing groundbreaking and award-winning international marketing campaigns, and building high-performing teams is all in full force. 

Chao lives between Miami, Chicago, and New York with his wife, and has three grown daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys all sports, travel, and fine dining. 

Website: https://www.coppacocktails.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/CoppaCocktailsGlobal

Instagram: https://instagram.com/coppa_cocktails

Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/coppa-cocktails

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Dana Roefer, a social selling corporate consultant and LifePlan facilitator who is on a mission to help women recognize their worth, live with intentionality, and transform their buying habits joins Enterprise Radio.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Dana Roefer discuss the following:

* In your book “SHOP SOCIAL” you admit that you hate shopping but love social shopping. What separates social shopping from traditional shopping?

* What is a social seller, and how do they impact our shopping experience?

* In your book, you also talk about the negative impact that traditional media, social media, and other people have on our shopping habits. Why is this demoralizing?

* How does diet culture negatively impact our views on nutrition and our body image? Why is social shopping more beneficial?

* What major event in your life made you decide to take your family’s health more seriously?

* How can we create a healthy home around the type of purchases we make?

* How can we overcome feeling failure after a purchase?

* How does energy management and vulnerability allow us to become more intentional in our shopping?

* In what ways can sellers become involved in social shopping?

* How can social shopping be a great way to support your friends?

Dana Roefer is a social selling corporate consultant and LifePlan facilitator who is on a mission to help women recognize their worth, live with intentionality, and transform their buying habits. As an active social shopper, she believes that building a micro-community of experts with a vested interest in your well-being is the key to optimal, focused investing in yourself, your home, and your family.

Dana is an advocate for entrepreneurship and supports women who have found financial independence and personal and professional fulfillment through starting their own businesses. She is dedicated to showing potential social shoppers how they can change their lives by relying on their circle of entrepreneurs—their social sellers.

Website: https://www.danaroefer.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/danaroefer

Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/danaroefer

Instagram: https://instagram.com/danaroefer

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John Elder, Operation & Marketing Director of CashD, the company that is redefining pay by enabling businesses to empower their workers to choose how and when they get paid joins Enterprise Radio.

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

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

* How do you think businesses can help employees as cost of living continues to soar in Australian?

* Do you think Real-time remuneration can help stop a lot of Aussies from getting in debt in this current world?

* Do you think monthly pay day is a thing of a past?

* How important is financial employment to employees, especially the Gen Z’s?

* Can you explain what the difference is between pay lenders and real-time remuneration?

CashD is a FinTech business established in Australia to offer a leading software service that supports full-time, part-time, flexible workers, casuals and contractors in accessing their earned money in real-time, in advance of their regular pay cycle. Their mission is to revolutionize the way people get paid.

 

Website:  https://cashd.com.au

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Inesa Ponomariovaite, the Founder and CEO of Nesa’s Hemp that grows and sells the cleanest, safest, and the most effective certified products available on the market today joins Enterprise Radio.

This episode of Enterprise Radio is on association with the Cannabis Entrepreneurs Channel.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Inesa Ponomariovaite discuss the following:

* What is the difference between CBD and THC?

* Can you please explain the difference between CBD and CBD-A.

* Nesa’s Hemp is made out of CBD-A.  Can you please explain how your company came about and how your products benefit users of all ages?

* How does the consumer choose the safest CBD products and what should they look for since the industry is not yet regulated?

* Since we are discussing the quality of CBD products, it seems appropriate for our listeners to better understand not only why all CBD products aren’t the same, but also which ones are truly organic and what that actually means.

Inesa Ponomariovaite is a holistic health expert, who after years of improving the lives of her clients through her alternative and holistic health consulting practice, became determined to source the highest quality organic, pure CBD. She’s a visionary, on a mission to change the world by teaching people how to harness the power of nature to restore their health and well-being.

As the founder and CEO of Nesas Hemp, a preeminent player in the CBDa hemp industry, Inesa created the world’s first-ever full-spectrum product certified by FDA registered laboratories with a safety seal. CBDa hemp extract is created by a unique process which preserves all of the healing compounds in the hemp plant. This creates an atmosphere of optimal health and healing, while restoring the body to its natural state. Inesa’s ethos of “doing right” for humanity, continues to propel her to develop products and services that are good for the environment, and good for the body, mind, and spirit.

Website: https://www.nesashemp.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/nesashemp

Instagram: https://instagram.com/nesashemp

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nesashemp

Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/nesas-hemp\

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Mike Ralph who is a coding and software expert, software engineer, and the Managing Director at Band of Coders joins Enterprise Radio.

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

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Mike Ralph discuss the following:

* What are some indicators that a business owner or entrepreneur needs a mobile app?

* What are some pitfalls to avoid when creating a mobile app?

* How can a brand find good talent when creating a mobile app?

* What are some trends you’re noticing in mobile app development this year?

* How can a mobile app help a brand increase customer engagement and loyalty?

Mike Ralph is a coding and software expert, software engineer, and the Managing Director at Band of Coders. Band of Coders helps business owners, entrepreneurs, and enterprise-level organizations bring their software to life with a team of developers, strategists, fractional CTOs and technical engineers. We provide customized tech teams for any project size. Band of Coders has provided development services to world-famous brands such as Uber, Yamaha, and Sirium XM Radio.

Website: https://www.bandofcoders.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://facebook.com/bandofcoders

Instagram: https://instagram.com/bandofcoders

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/band-of-coders

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bandofcoders

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Evan Powell, Co-Founder and Head of Operations at Reprise, a demo creation platform that helps companies sell their product with their product joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Evan Powell discuss the following:

* What is Reprise? How did you & your co-founders come up with the idea for Reprise?

* Reprise is a no-code platform – that’s a phrase we’re hearing more and more these days. What exactly is no code, and why is it becoming so popular for businesses of all sizes?

* As you mentioned, at Reprise you teach people how to sell their product with their product – something known as PLG.  Why has this concept taken hold in the past few years? 

* Your company launched at the start of the pandemic, and you’ve grown rapidly over the past two years. What are some of the challenges you’ve faced and overcome in your first two years?

* What’s next for Reprise?

* What is one tip you’d give a startup that is ready to hit its next stage of growth?

Evan Powell is Co-Founder and Head of Operations at Reprise, a demo creation platform that helps companies sell their product with their product. As a former sales leader, he knows what a big deal it is that Reprise empowers all teams (not just the technical ones) to create and share full-funnel product experiences.

In addition to leading sales at InsightSquared, Evan worked at venture capital firms Glasswing Ventures and F-Prime Capital. He studied International Finance at Tufts University and received his MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Evan’s passion for working with people is reflected in the inclusive culture he’s built at Reprise and in his personal life. When he’s not exploring Boston with his wife, he enjoys traveling and singing with his acapella group.

Website: https://www.reprise.com

People also listened to this:  Everyone Can Afford a Piece of Luxury with Luxmary Handbags!

Mary and Carlos Ortiz the owners of Luxmary Handbags, a great sustainable luxury boutique joins Enterprise Radio.

Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Mary and Carlos Ortiz discuss the following:

* What is Luxmary Handbags?

* How did LuxMary happen? How did this idea come up?

* What designers do you work with?

* What sets you aside from other luxury stores?

* What is your store’s specialty?

* If someone were in the area, where is your showroom located?

LUXMARY was established by Marya and Carlos Ortiz for men and women who love luxury. LUXMARY strives on providing their customers with the very best handbags and luxury pieces from around the world. LUXMARY is the only boutique in Southern California that specializes in only Handbags and Accessories. Our belief at LUXMARY is that everyone can own a piece of luxury off of retail price.

Website: https://luxmary.com

Social Media Links:

Instagram: @LuxmaryHandbags

Facebook: https://facebook.com/Luxmaryhandbags

Brick and mortar address:

Luxmary Handbags

3421 West Magnolia Blvd

Burbank CA 91505

Phone: (818) 561-4935|  (818) 458-0069

Email: [email protected]

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