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Tired of crowded cruise ports, rushed bus tours, and souvenir shops that all look the same? In this episode, Bob and travel designer Lino Masani break down the hidden costs of “hit and run tourism” and reveal how small group, relationship-driven travel can restore authentic, meaningful experiences.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Lino Mansoni discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“With Redwood Cafe Tours, what we push for is you're a local among the locals.” - Lino Mansoni
About the guest, Lino Mansoni:
Lino Mansoni is the CEO of Redwood Cafe Tours, a small-group travel company dedicated to creating authentic, high-touch experiences around the world. Drawing on deep relationships with local guides, farmers, business owners, and destination partners, he curates itineraries that avoid over-touristed hotspots and instead highlight off-the-beaten-path villages, zero-kilometer restaurants, and meaningful cultural encounters. Lino’s focus is on quality over quantity—ensuring that every trip delivers lasting memories, genuine human connection, and a true sense of place for each traveler.
Connect With Lino Mansoni:
Website: https://www.redwoodcafetours.com/world-destinations
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
A kid who fell in love with mowing lawns at five grows into a stressed but driven entrepreneur managing crews, clients, and his own mental health. In this episode, Abraham opens up about the hidden pressures of small business, why he turned to therapy, and how he’s rebuilding his company with intention.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Abraham Navarro discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“I'm actually seeing a therapist now, and… I've had two sessions so far, and the amount of weight that I feel comes off my shoulders after having a conversation with this individual. It's pretty incredible.” - Abraham Navarro
About the guest, Abraham Navarro:
Abraham Navarro is the owner of Ironstone, a landscaping company serving California’s Central Valley, built from a childhood passion that started when he first pushed a lawnmower at five years old. What began as mowing family yards and neighborhood fields grew into a word-of-mouth business, a contractor’s license, and today, a crew of six plus Abraham.
More than just cutting grass, he’s focused on building a brand known for five-star service, craftsmanship, and genuine care for clients’ outdoor spaces. Behind the scenes, Abraham is candid about the real pressures of small business ownership—cash flow stress, leadership challenges, and the emotional toll of being “the one who signs the checks.” That honesty led him to therapy and a renewed commitment to mental health for himself and his team.
Connect With Abraham Navarro:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironstone_landscape/
Phone: 209-581-2801
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
A teenage kid from South Modesto joins the Marines, survives brutal deployments in Afghanistan, comes home broken, and starts over as a busboy. In this episode, you’ll hear how he rebuilt his life through hard work, mentorship, and family—on a journey from combat infantry to train engineer.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Danny Tabera discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“At my lowest, I was just looking for anything to keep me sustained. There were mental, emotional, and historical scars that were all colliding at one point.” - Danny Tabera
About the guest, Danny Tabera:
Danny Tabera is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, blue‑collar craftsman, and emerging railroad professional whose journey runs from a tough childhood in South Modesto through three Afghanistan deployments and back into civilian life. After serving as an infantry assaultman and boot camp honor graduate with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines—specializing in rockets, breaching, and even learning Pashto to work with local communities—he came home carrying the weight of lost brothers, financial strain, and a shattered sense of self, bussing tables while raising four kids. A lifeline came through work and mentorship at Redwood Cafe and on owner Bob Campana’s custom‑home projects, where he rebuilt his confidence learning construction, equipment operation, and problem-solving, then advanced into crime‑scene cleanup, cell‑tower construction, and finally a conductor role with Caltrain on the San Francisco Peninsula. Now a father of six and remarried to his high‑school sweetheart after divorce and reconciliation, Danny is stepping into engineer training on Caltrain’s new electric fleet, embodying resilience, responsibility, and the power of second chances.
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
A 25‑year veteran of the restaurant world shares how strategic partnerships, authentic storytelling, and a renewed focus on community are helping independent operators rebuild after a decimated industry. Hear how a lifelong collaboration with Cisco, a new café buildout, and a content‑driven approach are redefining what it means to serve food and connect people.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Henry Park discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“These leaders, these restaurateurs, are looking to grow; they're going to be intimidated by a bigger company, Cisco. And so I think the idea that we spoke about is that if we're able to go ahead and provide some content and collaborate with a Cisco. You know, we can give them content that is going to make them feel less intimidating.” - Henry Park
About the guest, Henry Park:
Henry Park is an experienced regional operations leader with more than 25 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry, having built his career across iconic brands such as The Cheesecake Factory, Chipotle, and now the International House at UC Berkeley. He has led in high‑volume environments serving thousands of guests daily, managing complex menus, large-scale kitchen operations, and diverse culinary teams. Skilled in catering, cooking, profit maximization, food preparation, and hospitality, he blends hands-on operational expertise with a strategic mindset. Henry is also a strong sales professional, holding a Master Certificate in Executive Leadership from Cornell University, which underpins his ability to drive performance, lead teams, and navigate organizational change.
Connect with Henry Park:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-park-3a455122/
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
From flipping cows into cars at 14 to transforming a crime-ridden roadside motel into a stunning boutique hotel, Steven and Vanessa Parks share a raw, real look at what it actually takes to build wealth, take big risks, and keep your marriage and faith at the center of it all. If you’re an entrepreneur wrestling with risk, cash flow, and calling, this episode will feel like a masterclass in betting on yourself without losing your soul.
In this episode, Bob Campana, Steven Parks, and Vanessa Parks discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“It's not just a hotel, it's not just the cafe… It's also just giving back to the community, where they could find hope. If there's someone off the street who needs food, they can come by, and I'll give them a plate of food. Like, that's what it's about. It's about helping each other.” - Steven Parks
About the guest, Steven and Vanessa Parks:
Steven and Vanessa Parks are a husband-and-wife entrepreneurial duo who turned a scrappy teenage car-lot hustle into a multi-layered real estate and hospitality portfolio. Starting with distressed single-family homes, duplexes, and fourplexes in California’s Central Valley, they grew into short-term rentals and ultimately took on their biggest project yet: buying and fully transforming a red‑tagged roadside motel in Salida into the boutique Hotel Bayit.
Blending Steven’s deal-making and vision with Vanessa’s operational excellence and design eye, they now own and operate Hotel Bayit and The Matriarch Café, a community-focused gathering place on the property. Driven by faith and a deep love for people, they see hospitality as both their business and their calling—using their spaces to host travelers, weddings, Bible studies, and everyday moments that bring beauty, connection, and hope to the Central Valley.
Connect with Steven and Vanessa:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-parks-0b086a53/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-parks-034295267/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/steven.parks.758
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevendparks/
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevendparks/ , https://www.instagram.com/hotelbayit/ , https://www.instagram.com/matriarchcafe/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Marco discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“I'm not an influencer. I'm your neighbor.” - Marco Keeps Yappen
About the guest, Marco:
Marco is a Patterson-based content creator and community storyteller who uses TikTok and Instagram to break down local news, development projects, and civic issues into short, digestible videos. Growing up native to the social media era, he experimented early with YouTube, vlogs, and TikTok before finding his niche in “locally viral” content focused on the Central Valley—especially Patterson.
By attending city meetings, talking with local leaders, and listening to residents’ questions, Marco translates complex or confusing information (like water issues, new developments, and job-creating projects such as the new Amazon facility) into clear, high-energy clips that residents can quickly understand and share. Outside of content creation, he works in luxury retail management and is deeply committed to human connection, community involvement, and helping Patterson grow in an informed, inclusive way.
Connect with Marco:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marco.xcvi
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcokeepsyappen/
About the host, Bob Campana:
Bob Campana is a California-based serial entrepreneur, author, and advisor with over 50 years of experience building businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, and aviation. He is known for sharing candid reflections on the pressures of leadership, the necessity of grit and adaptability, and the importance of fostering human connection in business.
Connect with Bob Campana
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Laureen Campana-Schermeister discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“Chi is this word that essentially means the animation of all life... when your chi runs out, you die, you expire your last breath, and you become back into the earth.” - Laureen Campana-Schermeister
About the guest, Laureen Campana-Schermeister:
Laureen Campana-Schermeister, NP, MPH, is an Advanced Practice Holistic Nurse and National Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with decades of clinical experience. A graduate of the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine Fellowship and a Registered Herbalist Candidate with the American Herbalist Guild, she focuses on bridging conventional medicine with integrative and traditional healing practices. Laureen works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized approaches to health that may include botanicals, nutrition, mindfulness, and lifestyle therapies. In addition to her clinical work, she is a longtime Tai Chi and Qigong practitioner and instructor with more than 30 years of experience, teaching practices that support balance, focus, and overall well-being. Her work centers on compassionate listening, evidence-informed care, and empowering people to navigate their own healing journeys.
Book Laureen as your guest speaker today!
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Laureen:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laureen-campana-a93b205/
Website: https://www.laureencampana.com/
About the host, Bob Campana:
Bob Campana is a California-based serial entrepreneur, author, and advisor with over 50 years of experience building businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, and aviation. He is known for sharing candid reflections on the pressures of leadership, the necessity of grit and adaptability, and the importance of fostering human connection in business.
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Neil Buettner discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“What makes art come alive is actually the imperfections and the spin through the lens of the artist themselves.” - Neil Buettner
About the guest, Neil Buettner:
Neil Buettner is a Central Valley–based professional musician, real estate investor, and martial arts practitioner who has built a 20+ year career by treating music as both art and service. Starting with Suzuki-method violin as a child and later falling in love with acoustic guitar at Camp Jack Hazard, he’s evolved into a sought-after solo performer for fine dining venues, country clubs, and private events, known for crafting “active background” experiences that elevate the room rather than dominate it.
Connect with Neil Buettner:
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/neil.buettner.9/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neil_b_/?hl=en
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/neil-buettner/316378674
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2RgCgnT8IZVPpQ8a0oIXfe
About the host, Bob Campana:
Bob Campana is a California-based serial entrepreneur, author, and advisor with over 50 years of experience building businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, and aviation. He is known for sharing candid reflections on the pressures of leadership, the necessity of grit and adaptability, and the importance of fostering human connection in business.
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Doug Sandler discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“My goal on every exchange that I have with people now is to leave them in a spirit of joy or happiness, or feel that I heard them and respect them as a person.” - Bob Campana
About the host, Bob Campana:
Bob Campana is a California-based serial entrepreneur, author, and advisor with over 50 years of experience building businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, and aviation. He is known for sharing candid reflections on the pressures of leadership, the necessity of grit and adaptability, and the importance of fostering human connection in business.
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this episode, Bob Campana and Doug Sandler discuss:
Key Takeaways:
“I'm a lifelong entrepreneur. I'm 72 years old. I still have passion for life.” - Bob Campana
About the host, Bob Campana:
Bob Campana is a California-based serial entrepreneur, author, and advisor with over 50 years of experience building businesses across various industries, including manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, and aviation. He is known for sharing candid reflections on the pressures of leadership, the necessity of grit and adaptability, and the importance of fostering human connection in business.
Connect With Bob Campana:
Website: https://www.bobcampana.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@getback2workk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-campana-entrepreneur/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bobcampana_/
Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez
Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
From the publisher's feed
Get Back 2 Work is a candid, no-nonsense podcast for seasoned entrepreneurs and operators who know that building something meaningful requires more than ideas — it requires…
Hosted by serial entrepreneur and author Bob Campana, who has started and grown eight companies over more than five decades, the show explores what it actually takes to build, lead, and rebuild through both good years and hard ones. Bob brings the perspective of someone who has lived the pressure, responsibility, and identity that come with creating and running businesses at a high level.
Each episode features honest conversations with experienced founders, executives, and problem-solvers who have moved beyond theory and into execution. Together, they dig into leadership under pressure, smart decision-making, reinvention, and the realities of growing companies in an unpredictable world.
This isn’t startup hype or surface-level motivation. It’s real dialogue for people who have built something, learned from it, and are ready to get back to work — smarter, stronger, and more intentional than before.