Figure It Out

Armen Aslanian didn't become a private jet broker overnight - he worked his way up in the industry for over 20 years. What started as a career in fueling airplanes, led him to taking mechanics classes in high school & later getting his license in aviation mechanics. Armen gained his experience in the aerospace industry and worked his way up to VP of Operations. Today, he works at Avjet Global Sales, selling private jets to high profile clients all over the world. Armen's accomplishments are truly one to be admired and an inspiration to reach for the sky!

Kirk Cartozian has shifted more careers than your averageperson; started as a teacher, then a mayor, then realtor and now, a restauranteur and tequila brand owner. Kirk is the epitome of the term “entrepreneur.” He takes us on his journey to success, sharing the opportunities, challenges, risks and achievements. Kirk’s story is a true inspiration for anyone listening who is afraid to take chances and shift careers. Tequila Mandala has quickly become one of the top preferred tequilas and it all stemmed from curiosity. It’s one thing to be smart in business, but another to be a likeable and trusted human being – it speaks volumes, especially in business.  

Anush Movsesian was a beauty junkie with a popular blog called “It’s not about inner beauty” at 19 years old. She took her love of the beauty world and transcended into a career, focusing on injectables and non-surgical procedures. Anush received her Bachelors in Nursing and Registered Nurse license at the age of 28 and began working in plastic surgery in BeverlyHills. While working, she continued her education and received her Masters in Nursing along with her Family Nurse Practitioner license, all while raising 2 little girls. Anush confidently went off on her own and began to build her own clientele. In 2023, Routine by Anush Movsesian was born and became the #1 Medical Spa in LA. With a growing clientele of over 9000 patients and a 350 current patient waitlist, you can book your appointment next year. While her status has gained her some of the top celebrities in the industry as clients; Anush continues to travel all over the world to stay on top of the industries newest innovations to perfect her craft. Her social media presence exudes honesty and transparency – and this has truly paved the way to her deserved success.

Carlito's Gardel is a family owned Argentine Steakhouse established in 1996. When him and his family moved from Argentina, they brought their food & culture with them into the restaurant business in America. Over 20 years in the business now, this quaint restaurant his made a name for itself with a Michelin recommendation & named celeberties along with being booked almost every night! Gerard is the chef and the brains behind the business and his secret is, putting his heart and soul into his food and serving others. Gerard works 6 days a week, long hours and days; but still makes time for another passion he has...music. Life is, after all, about pursuing your passion isn't it?

Talin Kevoian has worked her way up in the television industry to become the Producer at the #1 daytime cable TV show, Price is Right. She has produced some of the top tv shows you may have heard of including the Emmy nomited lifestyle series "Home & Family" and "Bake Squad". She has worked her way up from assisting positions with one goal in mind - to be a producer. Coming from an immigrant family with no connections and relationships in the industry, she had to prove to her family and the industry that she is a force to be reckoned with. Talin shares her story about the challenges and the accomplishments in becoming one of the top tv show producers in the industry.

Arman Oganesian is one of the owners of a fast casual restaurant chain, Dave's Hot Chicken, focusing on Nashville-style hot chicken. What started in a parking lot in 2017 with 3 friends and only $900, just got acquired for $1Billion! In just 2 years, they formed an agreement with investor, Bill Phelps, former CEO of Wetzel's Pretzel and movie producer John Davis. Later, celebrity investors such as Drake and Samuel L Jackson jumped on board and have currently expanded to 1000 franchises. Dave's Hot Chicken is your modern day American Dream. Arman tells us their story and how they tipped over the bell curve.