In this engaging conversation, Melissa Bill interviews George Ellis, a physician turned filmmaker, who shares his journey from medicine to filmmaking. He discusses his extensive medical career, volunteer work in the community, and how he transitioned into creating documentaries.

George highlights his passion for storytelling through film, particularly focusing on the surfing culture in New Smyrna Beach. He also touches on his podcasting endeavors and the importance of community engagement.

Don't miss this inspiring story on how a side passion can fuel your next chapter in life. Listen and follow us for new episodes!

In this conversation, Dr. Lamell McMorris shares his journey from the South Side of Chicago to becoming a successful entrepreneur and advocate. He discusses the importance of resilience, social impact, and mentorship in business.

McMorris who is the author of a new book, The Power to Persist, host of The Power to Persist Podcast and founder of Phase 2 Consulting, emphasizes that setbacks can lead to new opportunities and highlights key habits for building lifelong resilience, including attitude, vulnerability, and faith.

The discussion also touches on the responsibility of business leaders to give back to their communities and mentor the next generation. He stresses the following points:

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Join us this week as we catch up with Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director at Naples Pathways Coalition. This conversation highlights the critical dangers posed by distracted walking and biking, emphasizing the risks associated with phone usage while navigating roadways. It underscores the importance of awareness and safety measures to protect pedestrians and cyclists from potential accidents involving vehicles.

Michelle provides insight on the creation of safer pedestrian walkways and paths, plus:

Naples Pathways Coalition also has a few events coming up this year that the SW Florida community can be involved in such as The Iron Joe Turkey Ride & Walk on November 30, 2025. Don't miss this important episode on creating a safer commuting system for all to enjoy.

In this episode, we dive into building ethical and scalable data strategies in healthcare with Chris Hutchins, Founder and CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consultants. Chris discusses how healthcare analytics and AI strategy are helping hospitals and healthcare organizations leverage data and technology to improve patient care. He provides insight on the following:

Join us for this intriguing conversation on how healthcare is transforming complex data into actionable insights that improve outcomes and reduce administrative burden.

In this conversation, Sheldon Arora, CEO of StaffDNA discusses the challenges of job searching in healthcare, emphasizing the need for a technology platform that allows individuals to find jobs that suit their qualifications and preferences. He highlights the importance of access to better job opportunities which can lead to improved work quality, plus the following:

Join us for this insightful conversation on the future of staffing and how technology will play a vital role. Don't forget to listen and follow The Business RoundUp.

In this episode of the Business Roundup, Melissa Bill interviews Jonathan Escobar-Marin, CEO of Actio Global, discussing his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of translating strategy into execution, and the impact of AI on business operations.

Jonathan shares insights from his new book, 'Lead to Beat', emphasizing the importance of leadership rhythm, brutal focus, and the need for continuous learning in organizations. He highlights topics including:

Join us to learn how having an impact over leadership activities can ensure efforts are meaningful and effective.

In this episode, we dive into building ethical and scalable data strategies in healthcare with Chris Hutchins, Founder and CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy Consultants. Chris discusses how healthcare analytics and AI strategy are helping hospitals and healthcare organizations leverage data and technology to improve patient care. He provides insight on the following:

Join us for this intriguing conversation on how healthcare is transforming complex data into actionable insights that improve outcomes and reduce administrative burden.

In this episode, The Business RoundUp speaks with Dr. Amy Osmond-Cook, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Fullcast who discusses the transformative impact of AI on various industries, the critical role of revenue operations in modern business, and the trends shaping technology and marketing strategies.

Amy emphasizes the importance of aligning departments, centralizing data, and adapting to new technologies to maximize growth and efficiency. The discussion also highlights:

Don't miss this in-depth look into the future of Rev Opps!

In this conversation, David Hernandez, Head of U.S. Operations for Elecosoft.  discusses his background, the company's services, and the nuances of expanding a global business in the construction industry. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, communication, and understanding local market dynamics while navigating the complexities of technology adoption and project management.

David shares insights on:

Don't miss this insightful conversation as David outlines tips for effective leadership skills within the construction industry.

In this episode of the Business Roundup, Melissa Bill interviews Dallas Counts, COO of VendorMint, discussing the challenges and innovations in the retail industry, particularly in revenue recovery and compliance.

Dallas shares insights from his extensive experience at Walmart and how VendorMint helps suppliers navigate complex invoicing and deduction processes. The conversation also touches on the following:

Catch this insightful episode on the future of revenue recovery within the supply chain. Don't forget to follow and listen for updates on new episodes.