Founders Future

In this thought-provoking episode, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Alexandra Terrey, the founder of The Mentoring Effect, a leadership development firm based in Redcliffe, Queensland. With a background in economics and certifications in metadynamics, NLP, and CAM facilitation, Alexandra has built a transformative business dedicated to elevating leaders and teams through conscious leadership coaching.

Listeners will discover how Alexandra developed her signature program, Quantum Leap, and what sets her approach apart in a saturated coaching market. She also dives into the power of self-awareness in leadership, her philosophy on team growth, and how she’s cultivated a global client base with over a thousand LinkedIn followers and a trail of glowing testimonials.

In this empowering episode, host Ammar Elm welcomes Mykella, the visionary behind Odyssey Alliance Group—a Florida-based consultancy focused on leadership development, business transformation, and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) training.

With over 15 years of experience in corporate leadership and a deep commitment to empowering underrepresented communities, Mykella shares the origin story of Odyssey, the challenges of building a mission-driven consulting firm, and how she’s creating spaces where inclusive growth isn’t just talked about—it’s implemented.

In this inspiring episode hosted by Jae Encarnacion. With over 25 years in digital marketing—including key roles at Pfizer and Duke Hospital—Charique shares his journey from corporate roles to entrepreneurship. He discusses the pivotal moments that shaped his career, his passion for empowering businesses through personalized web design and social media strategies, and how his company is transforming client engagement across industries in North Carolina and beyond. It's a deep dive into the evolving world of digital branding, authentic storytelling, and what it takes to stay ahead in an ever-changing digital landscape.

In this inspiring episode of Founders of the Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Mark Aylward, founder of 7 Pillars. With over 30 years of experience in technical staffing and more than $75 million in business revenue under his belt, Mark now leads a mission-driven venture focused on helping men rediscover purpose. Based in Orlando, Florida, 7 Pillars blends career development with personal growth, offering mindset-focused coaching that pushes clients to unlock their full potential. Tune in as Mark shares his journey from building multimillion-dollar companies to creating a life-changing coaching platform aimed at both professional and personal transformation.

In this episode, Mishal Saeed chats with Matthew Uber, a seasoned sales leader and the visionary behind Spinwheel Consulting. With more than 20 years of experience in sales development, Matthew launched Spinwheel in 2020 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to tackle a critical need: helping businesses build high-performing sales teams with a strategic, scalable approach.

Through Spinwheel Sales Academy, Matthew provides expert sales staffing, tailored training, and performance consulting for growth-driven companies. He opens up about the challenges of launching during a global crisis, his perspective on modern sales leadership, and how he’s redefining success for his clients by focusing on talent, process, and culture.

In this inspiring episode, Mishal Saeed sits down with Gen Drummond, a trailblazer in healthcare operations and founder of Hummingbird Clinical Consulting. With a strong foundation in nutritional sciences and more than a decade of experience in clinical management, Gen shares her journey from healthcare professional to founder of a transformative consultancy.

Listeners will learn how Gen turned a vision into a thriving business that helps healthcare providers streamline operations, hit ambitious sales targets, and embrace tech-driven growth. She opens up about the pivotal moments in launching Hummingbird in Charleston, the challenges she faced building a company from scratch, and her commitment to creating sustainable systems in the healthcare space.

Whether you're in healthcare, entrepreneurship, or just love hearing bold founder stories—this one's not to miss.

In this energizing episode, Mishal Saeed sits down with Sarah Mae Dickinson, founder of SMD Coaching—a dynamic business dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners sharpen their sales skills and boost their confidence.

With over a decade in sales and business development, Sarah shares how she turned her deep expertise into a coaching platform that's now empowering thousands through personalized workshops, digital resources, and no-nonsense guidance. She opens up about her journey starting SMD Coaching in 2018, her philosophy on authentic selling, and the unique challenges (and wins) of being a founder in the coaching space.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Tom Waddell, founder and CEO of Waddell Group, a Minnesota-based consulting firm revolutionizing how medical device companies deliver projects. With over 30 years of experience in the medical device industry, Tom shares his insights into leading high-stakes product development, founding multiple businesses, and building a team that specializes in getting complex projects delivered on time and within budget. Tune in as Tom discusses his entrepreneurial evolution, the state of medtech innovation, and how Waddell Group is shaping the future of project leadership in life sciences.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion speaks with Aubria Ralph, the dynamic Caribbean-American polymath and founder of Scrappy Girl Project. With a rich background spanning law, finance, and education, Aubria brings her unique perspective to building people-centered organizations. Scrappy Girl Project helps small to midsize businesses grow through its signature CREATE Methodology and Quantum Leap programming, equipping founders and teams with the tools for sustainable leadership, emotional intelligence, and inclusive growth. Aubria shares the origin story behind her company, her personal journey as a multi-disciplinary founder, and what it truly takes to empower purpose-driven teams in today’s economy.

In this inspiring episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Jermaine Jamison, founder of 3E LLC—short for Emerge, Evolve, Excel. A certified career coach and passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Jermaine shares his journey from global ventures to launching a purpose-driven coaching business based in Lenexa, Kansas. From his appearance on Richard Branson’s Rebel Billionaire to empowering professionals and organizations across industries, Jermaine dives into the philosophy behind 3E, the power of storytelling, and how authentic leadership fuels transformation. Tune in for actionable insights and a heartfelt look into building a business rooted in impact.