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Daniel Scalisi is the Chief Growth Officer at Wendi and Managing Partner at Luminal, where he specializes in helping private, venture-backed, and institutional startups scale from 0→1 to sustainable growth. Known for turning chaos into clarity, Daniel drives rapid SaaS and AI adoption by spotting early patterns and applying visionary leadership to unlock transformation.

As both an architect and operator, he builds scalable systems across AI, SaaS, B2B, mobile, web, social, and IPTV. At Wendi, his leadership delivered:

• 412% ARR growth in under a year with a 380% lift in average contract value.

• 300% customer base expansion with the company’s first true product-market fit.

• 90%+ customer retention, shifting from churn-prone to high-value clients.

• 50% faster product development cycles and entry into 15 new customer segments.

• 300% increase in website traffic and lead generation in the first year.

Daniel is passionate about making a major impact in both the health space and the broader startup ecosystem.

You can connect with Daniel and Luminal and Wendi through these platforms.

Website:

http://www.getwendi.com/

https://www.theluminal.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielscalisi/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/getwendi/

For those of you in the technology sector, there has been a growth for Managed Service Prodivers (MSPs). From predictable costs and 24/7 monitoring to stronger security, scalability, and disaster recovery, MSPs help companies focus on growth instead of IT headaches. James Elliman is looking to help service the IT sector.

James Elliman is the founder of Elliman Technologies LLC, a Managed IT Services company that helps small businesses that depend on technology but don’t have the time or in-house expertise to manage it.

With over 6 years of hands-on experience, James has built a business that not only supports day-to-day tech needs but also helps entrepreneurs future-proof their operations. He has guided small businesses through challenges like cybersecurity, cloud migration, and remote work infrastructure, all while growing his own company through a grounded, problem-solving approach.

Beyond technology, James is a lifelong builder. When he’s not working with clients, he’s restoring old trucks and boats or renovating homes. He brings a unique blend of grit, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial lessons that would resonate strongly with listeners of Unscripted Small Business.

You can connect with James through these platforms:

Website:

https://ellimantech.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/ellimantech/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ellimantech/

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/elliman-tech/

Finding the right talent for a massive company like a private equity firm can be tough. Justin Dixon is here to help you.

Justin is the Founder Of Hire Tomorrow, dedicated himself to assisting Private Equity firms and Startups in finding the Right Talent to drive their success. Our focus extends across C-level roles, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Technology, ensuring a comprehensive approach to fulfilling our clients' staffing needs.

You can connect with Justin through these platforms:

Website:

https://www.hiretomorrow.com/

LinkedIN:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmdixon15/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/growthcapitalpodcast/

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthCapitalPodcast

Allen Halas is a music writer, radio host, and podcaster based in Milwaukee, WI. He currently contributes to OnMilwaukee, the city’s largest digital media outlet, and hosts Love Local Radio each week on FM 102/1.

He is also the founder of Breaking And Entering, a music website dedicated to showcasing Milwaukee’s independent music scene. Since 2014, the site has featured daily content highlighting emerging talent and local creativity.

Website:

https://breakingandentering.net/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/BreakingAndEntering1/

X:

https://x.com/allenhalas

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/AllenHalas/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenhalas/

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@allenhalas?/

As cryptocurrency becomes more widely adopted and additional real-world assets become tokenized, Shawn Owen's mission with his new venture, SALT Lending, is to offer solutions that make it possible for people to securely hold and borrow against their cryptoassets.

Shawn is looking to be a big player of the future of cryptocurrency where he's looking to help people with holding their crypto safely and transact across borders.

You can connect with Shawn and SALT Lending through these platforms

Website:

https://saltlending.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-owen-052a6153/

Randall Vaughn, based out of Atlanta, Georgia, is a man on a mission. He's someone looking to change the world of the how flags are created and designed.

Randall is the founder of the Nite Flite Flag Company where it manufactures LED illuminated, FULLY interchangeable (multi-licensing pending) flags that ALWAYS Waves, NEVER Sags and REALLY Lights UP the NIGHT! Instead of trying to waste electricity trying to light up regular flags, Randall is looking to make LED illuminated flags the new flags of the future.

You can connect with Randall through LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/randall-vaughn-470a1241/

With the aging population rapidly expanding, more health ailments are about to pop up. Having issues with moving your hands, keeping them steady is something everyone will soon experience as they age. Tea Phillips is looking to help solve that crisis. 

Tea is the founder of the Metaflex Glove, the first compression glove to make your hands stronger and more flexible. Unlike any other compression glove, MetaFlex includes adjustable resistance bands for effortless grip-strengthening and finger stretching to improve pain, strength, and mobility. 

Tea credits her grandmother for inspiring her journey in bringing a new medical device to life and onto the hands of the people who need it.

You can connect with Tea and MetaFlex Glove through these platforms: 

Website: 

https://metaflexglove.com/

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/metaflexglove/

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/metaflexglove/

LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsphillips/

TikTok: 

https://www.tiktok.com/@metaflexglove/ 

If you're someone who really wants to grow in their business through sheer marketing, Jorge Olson is your guy.

Jorge Olson is an expert on branding and marketing strategy. He's written five books, taken five companies public, raised over $100 million in funding, and launched over 1,000 beverages and consumer goods. His latest book, Marketing Karma, is out now.

Jorge is someone who really believes in the art of storytelling and brand building and he can help you grow your company through leaps and bounds.

You can connect with Jorge through these platforms:

Website:

https://jorgeolson.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/jorgeolson/

X:

https://x.com/jorgeolson/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/c/JorgeOlson/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jorge.olson/?hl=en/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgeolson/

In our screen-dependent world, our risk for eye-related problems including mypoia are on the rise and Dr. Roger Wu is trying to revolutionize the way where eye issues are treated.

Dr. Roger Wu is a board-certified optometrist who has spent more than two decades helping people see the world more clearly. When smartphones and constant screen time became the norm, Dr. Wu noticed a new wave of complaints in his clinic—burning, gritty “computer eyes,” blurry vision after endless Zoom calls, and early signs of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).Recognizing that screens were here to stay, he set out to do more than prescribe eye drops and tell patients to blink. Partnering with nutrition scientists, he created The Eye Drink—a ready-to-drink, fruit-flavored beverage that delivers AREDS2 nutrients plus highly absorbable, plant-based (triglyceride-form) Omega-3s. In a 90-day pilot study with real patients, every participant’s macular pigment optical density—a key marker of retinal health—improved, while dry-eye symptoms fell.Roger is trying to make a major impact in how our eyes can benefit more without having to pay for an optometrist.

You can connect with Dr. Roger and the Eye Drink through these platforms:

Website:

https://theeyedrink.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Eye-Drink/61568347768704/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/theeyedrink24/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-roger-wu-321a3710/

William Hollis or "Hollis" is the Founder & CEO of Raise AI, where he helps real estate capital raisers and fund managers leverage AI-powered automation to streamline investor communication, maximize deal visibility, and secure funding faster. With a unique background as a self-taught software engineer turned real estate investor, Hollis specializes in bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and the real-world challenges of raising capital.Born and raised in Hollis, Queens NY, Hollis built a career at the intersection of AI, automation, and real estate investing. Before launching Raise AI, he developed AI solutions for global brands like Disney and Nike, optimizing customer experiences through automation and data-driven workflows. Recognizing that the same AI-driven efficiencies could revolutionize capital raising, he shifted his focus to real estate, creating intelligent tools that eliminate clunky spreadsheets, manual follow-ups, and lost investor opportunities.William is looking to make a major impact in the real estate industry by streamlining the process of sourcing and closing deals.

You can connect with William and Raise AI through these platforms:

Website:

https://williamhollis.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rei-hollis/