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This week's guest is Andrew Easton. Andrew is the founder and CEO of Mastermind, a Bitcoin mining and tokenization company bridging institutional capital with real-world assets. With a background that spans Northrop Grumman, EY, Amazon, Walmart Labs, and high-profile consulting projects for Fortune 500 companies, Andrew brings a rare blend of corporate strategy and entrepreneurial grit to Web3.

From breeding CryptoKitties in 2017 to launching a 100-machine Bitcoin mining operation and structuring SPVs that deliver tax-advantaged returns, Andrew has carved out a unique position in the market, serving DAOs, L1s, and institutional investors who want real yield and verifiable reserves.

When he's not building funds or tokenized mining products, Andrew is speaking at blockchain conferences worldwide, connecting the dots between traditional finance, emerging tech, and decentralized infrastructure.

Website: https://masterminedinnovation.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewscotteaston/Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mastermined/

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This week's guest is Adam Torkildson. Adam is a former SEO account manager turned entrepreneur who's transforming how agencies scale. After years in the trenches at SEO.com, Adam built the Tork Media Distribution Network to eliminate the biggest headaches in PR and marketing, securing guaranteed media placements, protecting content integrity, and scaling without increasing overhead. If you're a marketing or PR agency owner tired of pitching and chasing edits, this episode is your blueprint for working smarter.

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This week's guest is Doug Wilmore, the Co-Chair and CEO of World Tree, where he leads one of the most innovative models in regenerative agriculture and climate-focused investing. World Tree combines agroforestry and sustainable timber practices to sequester carbon, protect native ecosystems, and generate long-term returns for investors, all while scaling a $300M+ asset base through community-first capital raises.

Prior to World Tree, Doug drove the turnaround of a research pathology lab, increasing revenue by over 2,000% and leading it to a successful exit. His leadership spans both private and public sectors, including roles as City Manager for multiple California cities and Chief Administrative Officer of Salt Lake County, Utah, where S&P recognized his work as one of the most impactful public finance stories of the 2008 recession.

Doug is known for combining mission-driven leadership with operational excellence, building organizations that drive both profit and impact.

Website: https://worldtree.eco/ Company LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/world-tree-technologies-inc LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/doug-willmore

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From Emmy-winning documentaries to rebuilding a 102-year-old schooner, Charles Kropke reveals how passion + Reg CF are powering a new wave of entrepreneurial growth. Discover what founders should TEST, how to OPTIMIZE broken models, and when to SCALE.

Kropke, CEO of Windjammer, shares lessons from restoring legacy cruise brands and leading successful crowdfunding campaigns. Whether you're running a Reg A+, Reg D, or Reg CF raise, his stories are packed with insights for scaling brands with loyal communities.

📈 For founders, marketers & investors in equity crowdfunding, venture capital, and experiential startups.

Socials and website Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-j-kropke-066419a/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewindjammerway/posts/?feedView=all Raise Page: https://marketplace.vicinitycapital.com/offers/69

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I'm joined by Michael Schreiber, an award-winning journalist and founder of MediaFeed. Michael began his career as an award-winning journalist, producing acclaimed documentaries and in-depth reporting on topics like the credit card industry. Today, he's at the forefront of helping businesses and individuals leverage content to grow their brands and connect with audiences.

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This week's guest is Daniel Kooman, founder of UnveilTV and director/producer at Unveil Studios. With 18+ years of experience, Daniel creates original content for global platforms like BBC and ABC. He's passionate about storytelling that inspires real-world impact through films, series, and documentaries. Alongside his brothers, he produces high-quality, purpose-driven stories that bring brands and missions to life.

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This week's guest is Devin Melnyk. With over 25 years of hands-on experience in the cannabis industry and eight years steering operations in Canada's legal market, Devin Melnyk brings unmatched expertise and insight to HiNote AI. As a key player in building Pure Sunfarms, one of Canada's premier cannabis cultivators, Devin has a proven track record of scaling high-impact brands and navigating regulatory landscapes.

At HiNote AI, he's on a mission to revolutionize the cannabis experience. Under his leadership, the platform harnesses real-time, crowd-sourced reviews and AI-powered tools to empower consumers, surface credible quality signals, and elevate transparency across the industry. Devin believes in democratizing knowledge and driving demand for authentic, high-quality products, building trust one user at a time.

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This week's guest is Kevin Drolet, a business strategist, storyteller, and advocate focused on accelerating impact-driven innovation.

He's the Founder of Climate Hive, a collective of experts dedicated to supporting tech companies with the tools they need to scale, from marketing strategy and business development to fractional C-suite support. Kevin works alongside innovators across sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, green building, and electrified transportation to:

• Build go-to-market strategies that drive solution adoption.
• Connect companies with the right talent, investors, and partners.
• Fuel business growth through authentic storytelling and strategic communications.

His approach combines mission-driven clarity with proven business execution, helping founders turn vision into traction.

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My guest this week is Matthew Mead. Mattie Mead is a Sun Valley, Idaho based entrepreneur who has a passion for reenvisioning the materials used in construction and beyond. In 2016, he was a TEDx speaker on the topic of "Building a Better World."

As the CEO and Founder of Hempitecture, he is dedicated to seeing the use of sustainable, healthy building materials in our built environment. His work with Hempitecture awarded him a spot on the 2020 Forbes "30 under 30" list, alongside his cofounder Tommy Gibbons.

Outside of Hempitecture, Mattie served on the Board of Directors of Idaho BaseCamp, a non-profit organization that connects underserved communities to the outdoors. In his home of Ketchum, Idaho, he serves as the Vice-Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the Chairperson of the Historical Preservation Commission. Mead is a graduate of Hobart College '13, where he studied architecture, environmental sciences, studio

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My guest this week is Gene Massey. Gene Massey is the Chairman/CEO of MediaShares.com, a consulting firm that helps companies prepare their offerings for Crowdfunding platforms and brokerages. Using Regulation CF and Regulation A+, companies can raise capital from even non-accredited investors while simultaneously building recognition for its products and services andaccumulate thousands of users and followers. MediaShares specialises in introducing companies to attorneys, marketing firms, accountants, and overseeing the crowdfunding process.

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