Founders Future

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion welcomes Erick Simpson, a pioneer in the managed services space and founder of MSP Mastered and ErickSimpson.com. With over 30 years of IT experience, Erick is a multi-award-winning MSP expert, consultant, and thought leader who helped shape one of the first pure-play MSPs. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, the creation of the MSP Mastered™ methodology, and the strategies that have empowered IT service providers and channel vendors to scale profitably. Tune in to hear how Erick’s frameworks are shaping the future of IT services—and what it really takes to lead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm chats with Angel Evenson, founder of Aka Communications, a firm dedicated to driving business growth through strategic messaging and sales alignment. With a background leading teams in corporate America, Angel shares her journey into entrepreneurship and how she’s now helping companies scale with fractional leadership, consulting, and hands-on training. Tune in as she discusses the power of clear messaging, the importance of aligning sales and marketing, and how small shifts can lead to massive revenue growth. Whether you're an early-stage founder or a seasoned exec, this episode delivers sharp insights on what it takes to grow smart and sell better.

In this lively and engaging episode, Ammar Elm welcomes Bryan Wisotsky for a conversation that spans from Miami to Canada—literally. The duo kicks things off with a bit of fun banter about geography and cultural pride before diving into more substantial ground. Bryan shares insights from his career journey, touching on professional growth, the value of international experiences, and the evolving nature of work. The episode offers listeners a candid, human look at navigating careers across borders, with a dash of humor and warmth.

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Laura Skinner sits down with Joana, co-founder of TechTalk UK. Joanna shares her personal journey from a marketing director with limited tech awareness to founding a platform dedicated to demystifying tech careers for non-coders. She opens up about the challenges of entering the tech world without a coding background and how Tech Talk empowers graduates, career switchers, and professionals to discover fulfilling roles in marketing, customer support, sales, and more within tech companies. Joanna’s mission is clear: broaden the perception of what a tech career looks like and help others thrive in this booming industry.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Chad Alger-Hardt, the founder of C+K Consultants, a Chicago-based firm specializing in leadership development, team building, and organizational consulting. Chad shares the inspiring story behind launching C+K, the core values that guide his approach, and the strategies he uses to help organizations elevate performance and culture. Listeners will gain insights into the challenges of building a consulting business, the importance of intentional leadership, and Chad’s vision for scaling in an increasingly competitive industry.

In this episode of Founders, Future &, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Austin Dlima, founder and CEO of Habtin Resources. Austin shares his journey into entrepreneurship and the pivotal moments that led him to build a company centered around recruitment innovation and business process outsourcing. Listeners will gain insights into how Austin leverages operational strategy to streamline hiring processes, foster high-performing teams, and drive scalable growth. Tune in to explore the future of talent acquisition and what it takes to build resilient, thriving businesses in today's fast-changing market.

In this episode of Founders, Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Nathan Stuck, founder of Profitable Purpose Consulting, a certified B Corp consultancy making waves by guiding businesses toward sustainable, purpose-driven success. Nathan shares his journey from corporate professional to community-driven entrepreneur, and how PPC has helped companies like Vector Global Logistics earn their B Corp status.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Jae Encarnacion sits down with Walter Crosby, CEO of Helix Sales Development and author of Scale Your Sales, to uncover the principles behind building high-performance sales organizations. With over 30 years of B2B sales experience, Walter shares how he helps companies grow from $7M to $15M+ by transforming their sales culture and aligning leadership with scalable strategies. From lessons in leadership to the art of hiring the right salespeople, this episode is packed with real-world insights for founders and sales-driven teams ready to level up.

In this episode of Founders Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Alex Cater, founder and managing director of Cater Investment Group (CIG). With a deep background in consulting and private equity, Alex shares the origin story behind CIG—a Dallas-based firm with a growing global presence, especially in Asia. From his time leading M&A at Samsung Biologics to launching a dual venture focused on financial consulting and strategic investments, Alex reveals what it takes to build a firm that thrives in complex markets.

Listeners will gain insight into the real-world challenges of deal sourcing, executing cross-border M&A, and establishing operational efficiency. Plus, Alex breaks down how his team is reshaping the future of private equity and advisory through data-driven governance, FP&A, and leadership development. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or aspiring consultant, this episode delivers valuable lessons on scaling sustainably in uncertain economic times.

In this inspiring episode of Founders, Future, host Laura Skinner sits down with Frank Gliha, the founder of Accelerated Clinical Leadership. Frank opens up about the personal story that shaped his professional path—from a life-changing car accident at 18 to becoming a seasoned emergency department nurse and healthcare leader with over 25 years of experience.

Frank shares what drove him to create a company focused on empowering clinical leaders and addressing critical gaps in healthcare leadership. Tune in as he discusses the real-world challenges of the industry, the emotional backbone behind his mission, and how his company is strategically positioned for growth in the evolving healthcare landscape.