Heroes in Business

Liliana Lovell Creator of Coyote Ugly Saloon is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Liliana is the founder and owner of the original cowboy bar. She talks with David about her post-collegiate job on Wall Street doing investment banking and found her part time job of tending bar more lucrative in her early career. Liliana was in talks to start a fast casual health food restaurant when Hollywood came calling about the "Coyote Ugly" movie she inspired. "Passion is great, but it takes a lot of research and knowledge to make it successful."

Amy Mancuso owner Amy Mancuso Events is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Amy and David talk about the showstopping events Amy creates for her high-profile clients like preferred hotels and resorts in Arizona. Named Wedding Consultant of the Year, Mancuso talks about the best way to keep everything under control when planning an event. She likens her event management to a conductor of an orchestra who is the glue that holds the symphony together and helps everyone perform at their best.

Candice Galek founder of Bikini Luxe is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Candice founder her swim and resort wear company after a successful modeling career. She infamously took on the establishment of LinkedIn pushing the limits of perceived appropriateness with her posts of bikini clad models and attracting tons of attention from opinionated LinkedIn users. Candice and David discuss her business and partnerships with stars like Marc Anthony, his model wife, and others.

Actor Michael Pare is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Michael talk about their favorite role of being father to great kids, but in his career, Michael still credits his first leading role as the brooding lead singer of the fictitious band Eddie and the Cruisers as his favorite. Listen to find out why, and the impact Robert Kulp had on him in his first role on The Greatest American Hero TV show. Pare's new movie is American Violence, also starring Denise Richards, Bruce Dern,Kaiwi Lyman-Mersereau, and more. "It's common for actors to lose their way and forget to emote in their normal lives - it's important to stay in the real world outside of acting."

Damian Kulash of OkGo is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. The band is widely recognized and awarded Grammys, MTV awards and more not just for their music, but their colorful, intricate videos. David talks with Damian about the immense creative effort and process of trial and error it takes building the music, then setting them to film through the utilization of math, science, and split-second spectacular. The band really uses play and discovery to work their craft. Learn why you should be listening and watching OkGo. And follow their journey as they "Walk Her Walk" in their partnership with Morton Salt in support of non-profits benefitting art, music and education programs. "Write new rules. You can gain a better sense of what works and how to create art when you do."

Don Brown inventor of the Ab Roller is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. The Ab Roller was one of the most successful infomercial of the 90s; sold millions of units across the world. The As-Seen-On-TV campaign exceeded $100Million in sales. Brown also created a chain of fitness centers in New Jersey called XERCISE. He also is the Author of "Invent Yourself Rich" and regularly does speaking engagements and programs to help others be successful. His newest product completed one of the most successful Kickstarter campaigns and is the #1 core fitness trainers with 2000 pre-orders of the product. "The difference between success and failure is never quitting."

Jerry Harrison co-founder Red Crow is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Harrison is formerly of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Talking Heads. He also produces for some of the top names in music like the Violent Femmes, LIVE, Crash Test Dummies, The BoDeans, The Verve Pipe, and No Doubt. Harrison has been on the forefront of the net neutrality debate for years and pioneered many of the standards for music distribution online in use today. Learn what he wishes he had known years ago, and his advice for students. "We're helping advance those technologies that create positive social impact."

Judge Michael Newman National President Federal Bar Association (FBA) is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Judge Newman oversees more than 18,000 federal lawyers including 1,200 federal judges  who work together to promote the sound administration of justice, equality, and independence of the judiciary. The FBA outreach is focused on teaching civics to middle and high school students through a nationwide essay contest and other programs). "Look for open doors and don't be afraid of taking on challenges and working hard."

Travis Ogden President and COO of Isagenix is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. As president of this billion dollar company, he takes health and wellness seriously as an avid fitness cyclist, runner and participant in an array of adrenaline-charged sports. Ogden got his start with his father's trucking company while working as a CPA and moved into running his father's business when illness struck the family. He and David talk about what it takes to create success. "Learn through struggles and take on risk and challenges. Search and find opportunities to learn and grow."

Tanya Bakalov founder Better Skills is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. David and Tanya discuss the modern ideal of focusing on employees for building great companies. Better Skills provides ways for companies to train and engage employees so they have clear career paths creating a stronger work environment and companies. Bakalov talks about what she did when she found out she won the E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year honor. "You have to believe in yourself, and keep moving your goals to find success."