The Startup Life

In this episode, we talk to Brian Gill (Chairman of Gillware)as we discuss IT security, being an angel investor, and more.

**More On Brian**

Brian is a computer scientist, entrepreneur and angel investor. Brian currently serves as Chairman of Gillware, which provides cyber risk assessments, data recovery, incident response and digital forensics services. He is a co-founder of Phoenix Nuclear Labs and served on PNL's board from inception to when it decided to spin-off SHINE Medical Technologies. Those two companies have raised over 100 million dollars of venture capital and employ hundreds of people in Wisconsin.

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Written by: Dominic Lawson

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Chris Parker (Founder of WhatsMyIPAddress.com) as we discuss his company, the future of tech and more.

**More On Chris**

Chris Parker is the founder of WhatIsMyIPAddress.com, a tech-friendly website attracting a remarkable 6,000,000 IP-seeking visitors a month. In 2000, Chris Parker created WhatIsMyIPAddress.com as a solution to a seemingly simple problem he faced at the time-finding his employer's office IP address. When Chris launched his website—initially as a hobby—it attracted thousands of users. As a result, Chris explored ways to grow it as a side-hustle.

In 2014, Chris was laid off at his full-time corporate job. Rather than panic and lose focus, he seized the opportunity to devote himself full-time to his website. Today, WhatIsMyIPAddress.com is among the top 3,000 websites in the U.S. Chris enjoys the fruits of his success, generating close to seven figures annually and living the dream of traveling the world with his wife. Chris is currently shaping WhatIsMyIPAddress.com into a resource for those concerned about online privacy, security and freedom.

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Written by: Dominic Lawson

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**Show Theme**

Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode we talk to Greg Shepard(Founder & CEO of BOSS Capital Partners) as we discuss his career, what investors look for, and so much more.

**More On Greg**

Greg Shepard is the CEO and founder of BOSS Capital Partners. He is a Serial Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker and Angel Venture Capital Investor with a legacy of building and running sustainable growth businesses. Driven by a transformational leadership style, Greg has spearheaded multiple company exits in the BioTech, TransitTech, AdTech and MarTech space. Two of his former companies were acquired by eBay Enterprise Marketing Solutions in January 2016 as a part of cross-brand deal totaling largely over $900M. The transaction comprised the purchase and sale of numerous companies, two of which were Greg's. He has won: Tech Deal of the Year Over $250 million, Private Equity Deal of the Year Over $500 million to $1 billion and Cross Border Deal of the Year Over $500 million to $1 billion to name a few. Greg is the creator of the BOSS Operating Support System. The BOSS Operating Support System is a strategic playbook that teaches entrepreneurs how to scale a business through a step-by-step guided process that covers every aspect of functional alignment, growth and scale. Most recently, with Forbes, Greg has launched a new show on Forbes Radio. In addition, he is authoring a book with Forbes Publishing, set to be released late 2020.

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Britt Andreatta (CEO of 7th Mind, Inc. & Senior Learning Consultant at LinkedIn)as we discuss professional development, the state of education, and more.

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**More On Dr. Britt**

Dr. Britt Andreatta is an internationally recognized thought leader who creates brain science–based solutions for today's challenges. As CEO and President of 7th Mind, Inc., Britt Andreatta draws on her unique background in leadership, neuroscience, psychology, and learning to unlock the best in people and organizations. Britt has published several titles including Wired to Connect: The Brain Science of Teams and a New Model for Creating Collaboration and Inclusion, Wired to Grow: Harness the Power of Brain Science to Learn and Master Any Skill and Wired to Resist: The Brain Science of Why Change Fails and a New Model for Driving Success. Upcoming books focus on the neuroscience of purpose and the conscious evolution of organizations. Formerly Chief Learning Officer for Lynda.com and Senior Learning Consultant for Global Leadership and Talent Development at LinkedIn, Britt is a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience. She regularly consults with businesses, universities, and nonprofit organizations on leadership development and learning strategy. Corporate clients include Fortune 100 companies like Comcast and Apple, and also Ernst & Young, Microsoft, Domino's, LinkedIn, Franklin Covey, TransUnion, Avvo, Rust-Oleum, Alter Eco Foods, and Zillow. Dr. Andreatta has worked with major educational institutions like the University of California, Dartmouth University, and the University of New Mexico, and nonprofit organizations like the YMCA and Prison Fellowship's Warden Exchange Program. Dr. Andreatta has served as professor and dean at the University of California, Antioch University, and several graduate schools. Her courses on Lynda.com (now LinkedIn Learning) have received over ten million views worldwide. Titles include Leading with Emotional Intelligence, Leading Change, Creating a Culture of Learning, Organizational Learning & Development, The Neuroscience of Learning, and Having Difficult Conversations. A highly sought-after and engaging speaker, Britt delivered a TEDx talk called "How Your Past Hijacks Your Future." She regularly speaks at corporate events and international conferences, receiving rave reviews like "Britt's sessions are always outstanding. I wish I could attend several" and "Wow. My mind was blown. So Valuable." Britt's industry accolades include being named one of the "Top 20 L&D Influencers" and Talent Development magazine featured her as an "outstanding thought leader and pioneer" (June 2017). Dr. Andreatta has won several prestigious awards, such as the Global Training & Development Leadership Award from the World Training & Development Congress, the Gold Medal for Chief Learning Officer magazine's Trailblazer Award. Dr. Andreatta regularly consults with executives and organizations on how to maximize their full potential.

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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In this episode, we talk to Omar L. Harris (Founder and Managing Partner at Intent Consulting) as we discuss his new book, what it takes to be a servant leader, and what we can learn from other organizations.

**More on Omar**

I have been creating high-performance organizations for over fifteen years. While working in corporate, start-up, and entrepreneurial endeavors on four continents I developed 20 Team Performance Acceleration Principles and a clear blueprint for servant leadership that any leader at any stage of their journey can adopt to improve and accelerate group success. I am a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach; a bestselling, award-winning fiction author; independent publishing guru; entrepreneur; and twenty-year veteran of the global pharmaceutical industry. My published works are: One Blood, From Authors to Entrepreneurs F.A.T.E., Leader Board: The DNA of High Performance Teams, and The Servant Leader's Manifesto. My Services: Motivational Speaking: Ignite your organization with messages of personal effectiveness, embracing diversity, conquering change, failing forward, servant leadership, and leading with love! Resume Critique and Interview Prep: Put your best foot forward and learn pro-tips for successful resume crafting and expert interviewing techniques! Individual Strengths Coaching: Leverage your Unique Talents to achieve your goals! Team Strengths Coaching: Uncover the Unique DNA of your team and learn how to maximize the group to achieve your goals! Employee Experience Consulting: Pull the levers that will augment your organization's talent attraction, retention, and development. Managerial Effectiveness Consulting: Learn the 6 S's of Managerial effectiveness and hone on on the right areas to transform employee productivity and engagement. Customer Experience Consulting: Enchant and delight your customers due to deep insight and consistent over delivery on expectations. Contact me! [email protected] or 980-202-2656

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Autumn Shelton (Co-Founder & CFO of AutumnBrands) as we discuss her career, the cannabis industry, and more.

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**More about Autumn Brands**

Autumn Brands is a licensed California cannabis cultivator dedicated to the synergy of health and wellness. The Autumn Brands' family farm started in Holland more than a century ago, and today, sixth-generation farmers apply the same expertise garnered in growing the world's finest tulips to producing pure and potent strains of cannabis in sunny, coastal Santa Barbara County. Autumn Brands is proud to be 50 percent woman-owned, united by the vision of two families, free of pesticides and other harmful chemicals.

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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In this episode, we talk to Daniel Oopong (Founder of OhanaHealth) about his background, why he is looking for the best talent for healthcare, and what his workout regimen looks like.

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Candace Steele Flippin (Former Chief Communications Officer at First Horizon Bank) as we discuss the differences between generations, why she is a Trekkie, and so much more.

**More On Dr. Candace**

Recognized as one of the Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin is a global communications expert, multigenerational workplace scholar, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author.

She is the publisher of WorkStats™, author of Generation Z in the Workplace and Millennials in the Workplace, and host of the Beyond the Gap Podcast.

Since 2016, Dr. Candace Steele Flippin has been an executive research fellow at the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on accelerating the leadership development of women, Gen X, Gen Z, and Millennials in the workplace.

Dr. Candace Steele Flippin, affectionally known as "Dr. Candace" is a frequent speaker and thought leader who uses her unique background as a researcher and executive to provide practical career insights on the future of the multigenerational workplace.

Her advice and research findings have been featured in Forbes, CNBC, CBS, The Network Journal, and Today.com.

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Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

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Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Evy Poumpouras (Former U.S. Secret Service Agent) as we discuss her service on 9\11, how people can overcome fear, and how small business owners can stay safe.

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**More On Evy**

Evy Poumpouras is a former Secret Service Agent, co-host on Bravo TV's series Spy Games, author of Becoming Bulletproof, and national media contributor who covers national security, law enforcement and crime. She regularly appears on the Today Show, NBC, MSNBC, CNN, HLN and GMA. Evy holds an MA in Forensic Psychology and an MS in Journalism from Columbia University.

A Special Agent for the United States Secret Service for over 12 years, Evy was on the Presidential Protective Division for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. She has also protected presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George H.W. Bush. During her career, she was a criminal investigator, worked undercover, and was an interrogator for the Secret Service's elite polygraph unit highly trained in the art of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence. Evy's heroic efforts as a first responder during the 9/11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City earned her the U.S. Secret Service Valor Award.

Evy is now a multi-media journalist, shedding light on national security and law enforcement issues. She is also an adjunct professor for The City University of New York, where she teaches criminal justice and criminology.

Evy's TEDx talk on Words: Your Most Powerful Weapon has logged over one million views. She is a sought after keynote speaker having presented to top tier companies such as NASDAQ, Corning, Yankee Stadium Series, United Technologies, Lockton, and Corcoran Group.

In her book, Becoming Bulletproof, Evy teaches readers how to protect themselves, strengthen their mental resilience and confidence, read people, influence situations and live fearlessly.

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Written by: Dominic Lawson

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Music Credits:

**Show Theme**

Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

**Break Theme**

Cielo - Huma-Huma

In this episode, we talk to Christopher Doyle (Co-Founder & CEO of Billd) as we discuss what Wall Street sometimes misses about construction funding, things he is working on to improve as an entrepreneur, and his commentary on artificial intelligence in construction.

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**More on Christopher**

Christopher Doyle is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive hands-on construction industry experience and a proven record of launching successful startups. He is the co-founder, president and CEO of Billd, a disruptive payment solution for the construction industry that helps contractors and suppliers grow their businesses with less hassle and risk. Recognizing cash flow hurdles contractors face when purchasing materials, Doyle launched Billd to make traditional Wall Street working capital accessible to these small business owners.

Doyle cut his teeth in the construction industry, framing houses in high school at age 16 and working his way through college at Texas A&M before beginning his career in residential and commercial construction. During this time, he not only developed into a project manager supervising sales and operations, he also developed a passion for launching new business operations, opening and leading new divisions of construction companies in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas.

He went on to serve as director of solar operations for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS), delving into energy efficiency and renewable energy program management and authoring numerous publications on solar financing and best practices in renewable energy. Recognizing Doyle as a highly certified renewable energy thought leader, the founders of lending company Dividend Solar (now Dividend Finance) tapped him to oversee their contractor operations and sales. Doyle's leadership and tireless work ethic helped the startup thrive and secure series A funding, and today the company earns just shy of a billion dollars annually.

While working with IBTS, Doyle began to recognize how a lack of access to capital impacts contractors' ability to operate and grow their businesses. He was inspired to launch Billd, along with co-founder Jesse Weissburg, to bring the financial power of Wall Street to the construction jobsite, allowing contractors to bypass project hurdles with access to upfront funds while enabling suppliers to sell more materials with less risk. For contractors who usually aren't paid until more than 90 days from purchasing materials, Billd provides 120-day terms so they can scale their business and stabilize cash flow.

Doyle's technical certifications include Certified Energy Manager, Business Energy Professional, LEED AP O+M Certified, Solar PV Advanced 40 Hour (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners), Certified Building Envelope Analyst, Infrared Level 1 Thermography Certification, Green Advantage Certified for Commercial Buildings, and a Certified Auditor, Level 3 Installer, QAP – Air Barrier Association of America. He is a member of the Solar Access to Public Capital working group of the Solar Energy Industries Association, the Energy Services Coalition, the U.S. Green Building Council, and he is a board member of the Building Enclosure Council of the National Institute of Building Sciences. Doyle holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Rice University. He resides in Austin, Texas.

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Written by: Dominic Lawson

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Music Credits:

**Show Theme**

Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald

**Break Theme**

Cielo - Huma-Huma

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