Founders Future

n this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we sit down with Mitchell Osmond, founder of Dad Nation, who shares the deeply personal journey that led him from professional success and personal collapse to purpose-driven leadership. Mitchell opens up about hitting rock bottom—financial stress, health struggles, addiction, and a marriage on the brink—and the pivotal moment that forced him to confront the legacy he was creating as a husband and future father.

The conversation explores how Mitchell now helps high-performing men reclaim their home life, health, and happiness through mindset work, emotional awareness, and intentional leadership. He discusses imposter syndrome, breaking generational patterns, and why unresolved past pain often shows up in marriage and fatherhood. Mitchell also reflects on building Dad Nation into a global movement through long-form content and podcasting, why he pivoted away from social-media-dependent growth, and how authentic human connection is becoming the foundation for trust, impact, and sustainable business.

🔗 Connect with Mitchell

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchell-osmond-5a07a210a/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Ramona Kossowan , founder of Ramona K Coaching, a women’s empowerment coach, gentle trauma release practitioner, and fitness professional working primarily with midlife women. Ramona explains how her work goes far beyond traditional fitness, blending trauma-informed coaching, nervous system regulation, mindful movement, and sustainable nutrition. She shares why emotions, identity, and the nervous system often drive long-term habits, and why restrictive diets and extreme workouts frequently fail women navigating menopause, burnout, or major life transitions.

Ramona also reflects on her entrepreneurial journey, inspired by watching her mother build a successful herbal wellness business while raising seven children. She discusses her shift from payroll work and holistic weight-loss coaching into empowerment and trauma-informed practices, her preference for deep one-on-one client work, and how she helps women move out of survival mode and into self-trust. The conversation highlights what compassionate, whole-person transformation looks like, why true change takes time to integrate, and how Ramona is thoughtfully expanding her offerings while staying aligned with her values.

🔗 Connect with Ramona

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramona-kossowan-380ba66a/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ramonakcoaching
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ramonakcoaching
• Substack: https://substack.com/@ramonakcoaching
• Website: https://www.ramonakcoaching.com
• Gentle Trauma Coach: https://www.gentletraumacoach.com

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we sit down with Alessio Misana, a fitness and performance coach based in Turin, Italy, and the founder of MyFit Studio. Alessio shares his journey from working in large commercial gyms to creating a one-to-one training studio built around discipline, personalization, and human connection. With an academic background in physical education and sport management, and experience as an athlete himself, Alessio explains how seeing clients feel uncomfortable and overlooked in traditional gym environments inspired him to build a space focused on people rather than volume.

The conversation explores Alessio’s consultative coaching process, long-term client loyalty, and belief that sustainable results come from structured execution rather than quick fixes. He reflects on navigating COVID shutdowns in Italy, rebuilding his business, and gradually expanding his model by introducing remote coaching while maintaining a high-touch approach. Looking ahead, Alessio outlines his vision to grow MyFit Studio through online programs that identify demand before opening new locations—while preserving the discipline-driven values that define his work both inside and outside the gym.

🔗 Connect with Alessio

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessio-misana-341378293/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Beth Shaw, founder and CEO of YogaFit Training Systems Worldwide, one of the most established yoga education organizations globally. Beth shares her lifelong journey in health and wellness, from teaching herself meditation at age six to manage migraines, to building YogaFit into a globally recognized, science-based yoga and mind-body education brand. She discusses how her background in fitness, nutrition, business, and holistic modalities shaped YogaFit’s mission to make yoga accessible, safe, and adaptable for every body.

Beth also reflects on the evolution of the fitness and wellness industry since founding YogaFit in the 1990s, including shifts toward trauma-informed practices, virtual education, and global accessibility. She walks through YogaFit’s worldwide training model, the growth of Be YogaFit Studios, and her role today as a visionary leader focused on quality education and long-term impact. The conversation explores longevity, strength, adaptability, and what it takes to build a values-driven wellness organization that continues to grow across decades.

🔗 Connect with Beth

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethshawhealth/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we sit down with Jamie Wilkinson, founder of JW Sales Coaching, to explore his journey from studying sports science to discovering an unexpected passion for sales. Jamie shares how his early experience in car sales shaped his understanding of relationship-driven selling and sparked a desire to build something of his own—where effort, skill, and results were directly aligned.

The conversation dives into Jamie’s coaching philosophy, focused on mastering the sales process rather than relying on pressure or short-term tactics. He discusses working with individuals at all stages of their sales journey, the importance of personalized one-to-one coaching, and the challenges of building trust in a crowded social media landscape. Jamie also reflects on scaling thoughtfully, staying consistent through highs and lows, and building a long-term business rooted in self-belief, integrity, and sustainable growth.

🔗 Connect with Jamie

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamiebwilko

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, we speak with Beatrix Schmidt, a sleep coach for adults, professional speaker, and author who turned her own long-term battle with insomnia into a mission to help others reclaim restorative sleep. Beatrix shares her journey from working in healthcare administration to building a decade-long practice rooted in curiosity, lived experience, and a deep desire to help people solve problems that conventional advice failed to fix. Her early struggles with sleep became the foundation for a practical, skills-based approach that challenges the idea that sleep issues can be solved with generic tips.

The conversation explores Beatrix’s work helping high-achieving, analytical “thinker” types whose sleep problems are often driven by overactive minds rather than anxiety alone. She explains her philosophy of treating sleep as a trainable life skill, emphasizing self-awareness, personalization, and long-term sustainability over quick fixes. Beatrix also reflects on building a simplified, values-aligned business, the power of long-form educational content like YouTube, and her vision for expanding sleep education through group programs that empower people to manage sleep challenges across different stages of life.

🔗 Connect with Beatrix

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatrixaschmidt

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Dr. Haley Perlus, a sport and performance psychologist, keynote speaker, author, and coach who applies elite athletic mental strategies to business, sport, and well-being. Haley shares how a pivotal moment at age 12—when a coach placed pressure-filled expectations on her performance—sparked a lifelong fascination with mindset and performance under pressure. That early experience became the foundation for her career, guiding her academic path through a PhD in sports psychology and shaping her mission to help individuals perform at their best when it matters most.

The conversation explores Haley’s work across three core domains: elite and Olympic-bound athletes, corporate leaders, and individuals focused on health and personal performance. She discusses her emphasis on live, deeply personalized coaching, her belief in process over rigid long-term planning, and the importance of authenticity in both leadership and business growth. Throughout the episode, Haley reflects on referrals as the backbone of her practice, the role of pressure as a performance enhancer, and why staying aligned with values—rather than chasing trends or external metrics—has been key to building a sustainable, meaningful career.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Haley Perlus

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-haley-perlus

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Viktoria Kalenteris, a holistic intimacy coach, mentor, and trauma-informed somatic practitioner with over two decades of experience. Viktoria shares her journey from corporate project management and human resources into deeply embodied healing work, shaped by her own experiences with trauma and her commitment to service. Rather than retreating from adversity, she chose to transform her healing into purpose—guiding individuals, couples, and creatives toward reconnection, safety, and authentic intimacy.

The conversation explores Viktoria’s work through Playful Loving, including one-on-one coaching, somatic practices, and in-person classes that allow clients to experience her approach before committing more deeply. She discusses her transition from group work to individualized healing and her vision for a future “Mystery School” rooted in trauma-informed safety, self-regulation, and collective support. Throughout the episode, Viktoria emphasizes integrity, presence, and human connection—highlighting why deep healing requires time, trust, and embodied guidance rather than surface-level solutions.

🔗 Connect with Viktoria

• Website: https://www.playfulloving.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulloving
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17hoyrYq6D/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viktoria-kalenteris-26672727b

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Milan Kohut, we’re joined by Jocelyn Joan, a certified life coach and NLP practitioner supporting women recovering from toxic and narcissistic relationships. Jocelyn shares her personal journey from professional surfing and sports science into health and life coaching, shaped by her own experience in a narcissistic relationship. That turning point led her to specialize in helping women rebuild self-worth, regain clarity, and reconnect with their authentic identity after emotional abuse.

The conversation explores Jocelyn’s work with midlife women navigating divorce, post-divorce healing, and workplace narcissistic abuse through her Heal and Thrive Method. She discusses the balance between one-on-one and group coaching, the importance of commitment in deep emotional healing, and how trust, consistency, and self-belief drive long-term transformation. Jocelyn also reflects on the mindset required to build a sustainable coaching practice and her vision to expand her impact through authorship and speaking—helping more women move from survival into confidence and purpose.

🔗 Connect with Jocelyn

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/narc.healing.confidence.coach/

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Olivia Sammons, Amy Blackburn, founder of Blackburn Boutique Coaching, shares how her background in outside sales and leadership shaped her transition into coaching. A defining experience with executive coaching changed how she viewed performance, mindset, and success, ultimately inspiring her to help others unlock the same clarity and confidence.

Amy dives into her work with solopreneurs, emphasizing action over theory, discipline over perfection, and value-driven networking over transactional sales. She shares insights on organic client acquisition, staying mentally sharp as a founder, and designing a business that supports both growth and quality of life.

Connect with Amy

• Website: https://www.blackburnboutiquecoaching.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamyblackburn/