Founders Future

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Evan Dawson, founder of DAY ONE Marketing and creator of the Subject Matter Expert Academy. Evan shares his journey from climbing the corporate ladder as a Target retail executive to leaving the nine-to-five grind in search of time freedom, flexibility, and a more intentional life with his family.

The conversation explores how Evan helps content creators and subject-matter experts productize their knowledge through digital marketing systems, value ladders, and scalable funnels. He breaks down lessons learned from early trial and error, the importance of niche focus, consistency over intensity, and how leveraging organic content, paid ads, and modern AI tools can accelerate growth. Evan also reflects on building sustainable businesses that prioritize long-term impact, adaptability, and freedom—both financially and personally.

Connect with Evan Dawson:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-dawson-77b78639/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Sonja Keeve, master podcast coach, speaker, and CEO of Systems with a Voice Podcast Network. Sonja shares her nonlinear journey from corporate layoffs and early entrepreneurial experiments into launching her first podcast in 2018—well before podcasting became mainstream—and how storytelling, resilience, and purpose became the foundation of her work.

The conversation explores how Sonja turned podcasting into a powerful platform for visibility, impact, and sustainable business growth. She breaks down how entrepreneurs—especially women—can clarify their message, overcome technical fears, and leverage podcasting as a long-term brand asset. Sonja also reflects on organic audience growth, monetization pathways beyond sponsorships, and why consistency, authenticity, and voice-led leadership remain central to building platforms that outlive trends.

Connect with Sonja Keeve:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonjakeeve

 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonjakeeve

 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonjakeeve

 🌐 Website: https://www.sonjakeeve.com

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Rachel Covert, founder of Rachel Talks Money and creator of the Electrify Wealth Coaching Program. Rachel shares her journey from leading a nine-figure women’s fashion company to semi-retiring at 36, only to discover a deeper purpose in helping women close the financial literacy gap and use money as a tool for freedom rather than stress.

The conversation explores Rachel’s work with high-earning professionals who still feel financially stuck, unpacking topics like lifestyle creep, debt, cash flow clarity, and mindset shifts around money. Rachel also discusses why group coaching can be transformational in personal finance, the importance of understanding audience language, building sustainable systems, and designing a business that supports both financial growth and a lifestyle-driven vision.

Connect with Rachel Covert:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel_talksmoney

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Bridget Hom, founder of Bridge to Freedom Coaching. Bridget shares her unconventional journey—from journalism and senior care placement to entrepreneurship—along with the personal reinvention that led her to build a coaching business during the upheaval of 2020.

The conversation explores Bridget’s philosophy on mindset as the foundation of business success, her belief that sales is a service rooted in problem-solving, and why integrity and authenticity are essential in a saturated coaching industry. Bridget also introduces her PRO.P Method, discusses organic growth through consistent and empowering content, and explains how entrepreneurs can build authority, confidence, and scalable success without burnout.

Connect with Bridget Hom:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-hom-b55600192

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we’re joined by Dustin Dean, founder of MindMaxED Institute. Dustin shares his journey from a 25-year career in psychiatry and mental health nursing into mindset and peak-performance coaching, explaining why he felt called to help people move beyond survival and into genuine thriving.

The conversation explores Dustin’s “brain fitness” philosophy—training the mind the same way we train the body—along with his work helping high-achieving individuals break free from stress, burnout, and self-sabotage. Dustin discusses the difference between therapy and coaching, the power of focusing on what’s working rather than what’s broken, and how clarity, joy, and emotional resilience can be intentionally built through consistent practice.

Connect with  Dustin Dean
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-the-dean-of-zen

 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindcoachdustin

🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/Jedi_VIG

 🌐 Website: https://www.deanofzen.ai

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Marcellus Bowman, former professional football player and founder of Eat Sleep Peak. Marcellus shares his journey from collegiate football at Boston College to the CFL, followed by coaching roles at Auburn and UCF, and how the disruption of the pandemic ultimately pushed him to build his own performance-driven company.

The conversation explores Marcellus’s philosophy on peak performance, recovery, and discipline, as well as his transition from online coaching into the supplement space. He breaks down the realities of supplement formulation, the importance of clean sourcing and proper dosing, and why integrity matters in an industry often driven by over-marketing. Marcellus also reflects on building trust through education, consistency, and data-driven content—both in athletic performance and business growth.

Connect with Marcellus Bowman:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcellusbowman/

 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachboomiii/

 🌐 Website: https://eatsleeppeak.com

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Marta Coric, an online small business strategist and certified mindset coach who helps coaches and consultants turn their one-to-one services into scalable group offers. Marta shares her journey from working as a medical scientist in cancer research to building a flexible, values-driven business after becoming a mother and seeking more time freedom.

The conversation explores Marta’s approach to launching group programs without burnout, building businesses without relying heavily on social media, and prioritizing relationships over algorithms. She opens up about mindset, navigating personal challenges while running a business, redefining success on her own terms, and why sustainable growth, clarity, and alignment matter more than chasing perfection or constant scale.

Connect with Marta Coric:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martacoric/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we’re joined by Rosanne Hiller, a licensed therapist and mental health educator, and the voice behind Your Best Friend’s Therapist. Rosanne shares her 25-year journey in therapy, from working in hospital systems with children and families to building a thriving private practice in San Diego and stepping into the digital space to make therapy concepts more accessible.

The conversation explores Rosanne’s work supporting people through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and particularly the vulnerable period following breakups. She discusses why self-connection is the foundation of healing, the growing pressures facing people in their late 20s and 30s, and how modern stressors have intensified burnout and emotional overwhelm—highlighting the importance of self-awareness, boundaries, and intentional personal growth.

Connect with Rosanne Hiller:
📸 Instagram: @yourbfftherapist
📘 Facebook: Your Best Friend’s Therapist
🎵 TikTok: @yourbfftherapist 

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we’re joined by Dilyana Mileva, founder of Menopause Support Academy. Dilyana shares her journey from working as a lawyer and yoga teacher to becoming a menopause health educator after navigating her own experience with perimenopause and being dismissed by traditional medical systems.

The conversation explores how Dilyana supports women—particularly high-achieving leaders and entrepreneurs—through holistic menopause education, lifestyle changes, and workplace wellness initiatives. She discusses corporate menopause support, global education efforts, and the importance of breaking stigma by equipping women and organizations with practical, evidence-informed tools to navigate menopause with clarity, confidence, and self-advocacy.

Connect with Dilyana Mileva:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dilyana-mileva/

 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopausesupportacademy/

🔗 X (Twitter): https://x.com/dilyanaspeaker

 🌐 Website: https://menopaisesupportacademy.com

 🎙️ Podcast: Menopause Made Easy – https://linktr.ee/dilymileva

 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DilyanaMileva

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we’re joined by Lauren O'Carroll, founder of Positively Parenting, a coaching and education platform supporting parents navigating ADHD, neurodiversity, and emotional regulation. Lauren shares her unconventional career journey across advocacy, public service, and healthcare, and how becoming a parent with ADHD revealed a critical gap in parenting support for neurodivergent adults.

The conversation explores how Positively Parenting helps families break cycles of dysregulation, shame, and burnout through compassion-led frameworks, emotional regulation tools, and community-based support. Lauren opens up about working with parents and couples, building safe spaces for honesty, using lived experience as a strength, and creating scalable impact through memberships, group coaching, partnerships, and her upcoming book focused on parenting with ADHD.

Connect with Lauren O'Carroll:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positivelyparentingtogether/