Okon Bros.

On todays show we have on Thomas DeLauer, where we learn about his life before YouTube. How he became an influencer... His thoughts on business, life and everything in between. Thomas DeLauer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ThomasDeLauerOfficial/ Website: https://www.thomasdelauer.com/ About Tom: Thomas DeLauer has built his name around helping the busiest people in all corners of the world find the time to make small, easy changes within their diets and their lifestyles to not only become healthier, but to become top performers within their respective areas. On this channel you're going to find close to all the information that you need to begin making a change for the better without having to sacrifice your favorite things. As someone that has been in the healthcare space for his entire career, Thomas brings a wealth of knowledge to the table and alongside him is a remarkable research team that backs everything with science and evidence to ensure that you get the most out of what you are doing. At the end of the day, this is a channel for you, because in our eyes, if you perform better, the world performs better. Soak it up and enjoy some learning and get ready to optimize the heck out of your life, no matter how busy you are! Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162 Eric Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.okon.7923 Michael Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054514076427

On todays show we have Jim Wilkins former travel manager for Turner Networks (TNT, TBS, TruTV, TCM, Cartoon Network, CNN, Bleacher Report, Turner Sports and original programming businesses.) Find Jim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-wilkins-43aa156/ About Jim: Jim Wilkins is a highly regarded travel industry veteran who brings 30 years of experience in travel management and the aviation businesses. He has the proven leadership skills to be effective in the managed travel industry and has deep experience with contract negotiations and supplier relationship management. Jim was a senior leader with WarnerMedia/Turner Broadcasting for the past 13 years. He was responsible for a dynamic global travel program that specialized in the entertainment vertical and he led a large team managing the travel category for all Turner networks including TNT, TBS, TruTV, TCM, Cartoon Network, CNN, Bleacher Report, Turner Sports and original programming businesses. Before joining Turner Jim spent 17 years working for a global airline based in the US with experience from operations to global sales managing $200 million in corporate revenue. Jim is very generous in giving back to the industry. He has been on numerous BTN buyer panels. He is a past president of the Georgia BTA and served for six years on the Board of Directors. Additionally, he served on the Global Business Travel Association Aviation and Bylaw Committees, each for two years. Last year he completed his 3rd term serving on the GBTA Foundation Board and GBTA named him the 2016 Buyer of the Year. Jim has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University and resides in Atlanta and is married to his beautiful wife Niki of 14 years they have a 11-year-old son named Jayden. Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162 Eric Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.okon.7923 Michael Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054514076427

Today we have on Chris Early - Regional Vice President of Sales at Private Jet Services. We talk sales, relationships, the future of private aviation, ground transportation, energy, and more. Find Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisearly/ Find PJS: https://pjsgroup.com/ Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162 Eric Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eric.okon.7923 Michael Okon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054514076427

On this episode of Okon Bros we have Peter Wells, founder and CEO of DragonSlayer Travel. We talk about how life is should focus on the experiences we have when we travel. About Peter: Visionary entrepreneur with deep technical skills who believes that disruption can positively change industries. Business acumen combined with business development expertise have helped shape my career. About DragonSlayer: DragonSlayer delivers the right information at the right time to facilitate safer travel decisions. Using proprietary analytics, we rank all 50 states and 124 countries with SAFE-T ( Smart Analytics For Educating Travelers) and customized it to fit the individual travelers' comfort level by applying a personalized risk tolerance filter. DragonSlayer is aiming to ride the 'personal touch' trend to positively disrupt the high-end travel market. The app uses machine learning and analytics to match users to personalized travel experiences. And with access to expert travel concierges, DragonSlayer can help plan and book custom journeys, curated tours, cruises, or last minute requests. DragonSlayer currently offers over 8,000 journeys and excursions from 50 tour and independent operators, plus an extensive inventory of unique hotels, villas and yacht charters; which are all currently searchable in the app to help DragonSlayer users to find their next travel experience. DragonSlayer also curates and recommends the very best restaurants, hotels, and local events for more than 60 U.S. cities. Updated weekly, DragonSlayer members will have access to the very best that these cities have to offer, whether it is their hometown or a city that they are visiting. We provide the latest information on the reopening of states and our growing list of countries. With a quick glance, you can identify which destinations still require quarantine and learn more about their local conditions. But it is not just about knowing the safer places to travel, it's about the entire experience. Our community of elite Travel Slayers uses DragonSlayer technology to stay well-versed in testing protocols, visa requirements, and flexible booking policies to ensure you enjoy a seamless experience during every aspect of your trip. Whether you are seeking unique journeys or boutique accommodations, your TRAVEL SLAYER is here to help you navigate the new normal of our everchanging world! Leadership Team Find Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-wells-89a7513/ Find DragonSlayer Travel: https://dragonslayertravel.com/ Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162

We were about 15 years late - but better late than never to join Facebook. We also discuss how we got approved for LinkedIn Live. Surprise guest - Anthony Loprete! - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-l... This was live-streamed on Linkedin and YouTube. Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-o... Eric Okon Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eric.okon.7923 Michael Okon Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

On our Titans Of Travel series, we have on Andy Menkes of Partnership Travel Consulting, LLC. We talk travel RFPs and how they need to be reinvented. How to become a business travel consultant. Andys journey - and a whole lot of jokes! Find Andy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-menkes-a166243/ Find PTC: https://www.partnershiptc.com/ About PTC: Unbiased Global Solutions We've been providing global travel and expense consulting services for 2 decades. Now more than ever business travel requires an innovative and strategic approach to balancing safety service and savings. ​ Partnership Travel Consulting, LLC (PTC) was founded in 2001 by Andrew W. Menkes. Our management team is comprised of travel industry veterans with expertise in Global Travel Management, Airlines, Hotels and Travel Technologies with an average of 20 years industry experience. About Andy: Andrew has a 4 decade history in the travel industry, with a varied background in Airline, Travel Agency Corporate Travel Management and Consulting. Andrew's travel agency background started a the age of 29, as founder and CEO of Priority Travel, Inc. a New York based agency with international offices in London and Hong Kong. Menkes also served in various regional and executive positions with a number of large corporate travel agencies. Mr. Menkes joined Republic New York Corporation in January of 1997 as their first Vice President of Global Travel Management. One year after Republic merged with HSBC, Andrew formed PTC. Mr. Menkes was one of the 6 Founders of ACTE and has served as Vice President of Finance and Vice President of Administration as well as the Board of Directors of the National Business Travel Association (now GBTA). Mr. Menkes has received recognition as the first Travel Manager to be accredited by ARC as a Corporate Travel Department (CTD), which he helped ARC to create. He also pioneered the first corporate-direct (internet-based) Electronic Ticket purchase with British Airways. Andrew has twice made the BTN Top 25 Most Influential Travel Executives. In 1999, Business Travel News named Andrew Menkes Travel Manager of the Year. In December of 2014 Andrew was inducted into the Business Travel Hall Of Fame as the first travel manager to be recognized for this new award category. Need help with a business travel challenge? Connect with me on LinkedIn or email me at [email protected] The company is exclusively a travel management consulting firm and does not provide travel agency services, nor handle travel agencies as clients. Our areas of expertise are in travel supplier sourcing and negotiations, global agency and data consolidation, business process reengineering, CTD accreditation and travel technology. PTC is also involved with The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and The Association of Corporate Travel Executives. Our involvement in all of the major travel industry associations, both as Board Members, Officers and speakers, provides a unique insight into the specialized culture of our industry. Our management team has served in officer and board positions with both ACTE and NBTA. ---------- Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162

Today we have on: Kerrian Fournier - Human Capital & Compensation Expert, Executive Coach, Innovation & Transformation Specialist. Find Kerrian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrian-fournier/ and https://vybrante.com/ And Adam Holtzer - Door Opener : Master Connector : Opportunity Scout : Philanthropist : Professional Business Developer. Find Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamholtzer/ and https://www.connections4hire.com/ We discuss why human capital is the most important aspect to any business. Their journey, how to raise your vibration and how the law of attraction and universe has worked for them in business. Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162

On this episode of Okon Bros we have on Jennifer Keltner, Trailblazer to end #humantrafficking and we discuss the horrors of modern day slavery aka, human trafficking. How You Can Help Against Human Trafficking: https://rescuepartygive.org/take-action Find Jennifer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-keltner/ Her Org - Rescue Party Give - https://rescuepartygive.org/ About Rescue Party Give OUR MISSION To boldly #educate the community by using innovative ways to fight modern day slavery, to support other #nonprofit organization, to seek out new partnerships and provide an interactive environment for good. Freedom: the ultimate journey. OUR FOCUS Truth-Telling Creating an atmosphere for people to share in their understanding of modern day slavery through various entertainment/activities: art, drink, fashion, film, food, music, etc. Understanding the global issue and not turning our backs but actually looking within ourselves and the choices we make Awakening the Spirit Within Us Bringing people together to care about our neighbor's near and far. Sharing knowledge and creating resources to build compassion for other's less fortunate than ourselves. Challenging Notions that Victims Sought This Life We avoid victim-shaming knowing that this was not a life sought out by those who have been forced into these circumstances. How this is accomplished We plan, design, and facilitate parties and events in various communities to raise awareness of other organizations fighting on the front lines to end human trafficking. We fun-raise by using volunteer artists, musicians, and foodies to come together and share their talents to help end it. Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162

On todays show we have on Phyllis Okon and we discuss how best to navigate these uncertain times... What is the dark night of the soul? How to create a community if you do not currently have one. How not to impose you will on other people. How do you recognize another persons point of view? ----------------- Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162

Today we have on Jason Wynn Chief Commercial Officer of Upside Business Travel. We discuss all things small business travel, covid-19 and a whole lot more. About Upside: At Upside we're the only business travel solution with an advanced technology platform enabling lightning-fast booking, insightful reporting, and seamless expensing - all backed by a no-fee, no-contract, 3% cash back program. With our strategic partnership with Flight Centre Travel Group we're expanding our capabilities and ready to get aggressive in serving the small to mid-size market. www.upside.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-wynn-94425020/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tscottcase/ Michael and Eric Okon operate a global transportation business that is 100% family owned. With locations in multiple states and 100's of employees, the Okon Bros. talk about navigating life, growing up in a family business, writing books, content creation, self-help, law of attraction and more... Here are our websites: Our main company, BLS - https://www.blsco.com Michaels self-help books - https://www.samuelsbooks.com Michaels fiction books - https://www.michaelokon.com Eric Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericokon Michael Okon LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-okon-b02b60162