The Visionary Chronicles

The Visionary Chronicles

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The Visionary Chronicles episodes

  • Leadership | Qualities of Successful Leaders

    Bryan discusses the qualities of great, Visionary leaders and how they are able to build, grow, and maintain a culture of authentication for generations. Each is unique, but all have these tangible qualities in common.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.

    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.

    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth.

    He is the author of "The Visionary Brand", a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.

    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    18 min
  • Pivoting | Redirect your Path

    Bryan talks about the immediate, and long term value in Pivoting. In the current environment we are in being able to find opportunities and execute against your plan is crucial to your success.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth. 
    He is the author of "The Visionary Brand", a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    19 min
  • Failure | Stepping Stones to Success

    Bryan discusses Failure, and how embracing failure, taking risk and making this a foundational part of your brand and culture will lead to success.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.

    In having over 25 years of executive level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.

    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a mens apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth.

    He is the Author of "The Visionary Brand", a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.

    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    19 min
  • The One Priority | How to get things Done

    Bryan discusses The One Priority, and how to get things done in a world with so many distractions. 

    Being able to focus, remain effective, and efficient is key to eliminating the daily frustration.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth. 
    He is the author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    20 min
  • Vision | Vision vs Visionaries

    Bryan discusses having Vision vs Visionaries, and how they differ in running your brand and how you can apply Visionary Principles to your successful, long term growth.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth. 
    He is the author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    18 min
  • Visionaries | John D. Rockefeller

    Bryan discusses Visionaries and how they were able to Disrupt an Industry or create their own category.

    In this Podcast, Bryan discusses John D Rockefeller, founder of Standard Oil and one of the wealthiest Entrepreneurs ever. 

     

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.

    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.

    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth.

    He is the author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.

    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    19 min
  • Innovation | Innovate don't Imitate

    Bryan talks about how to remain Innovative, and not take short cuts through Imitation. Be true to your brand, and stay authentic.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.


    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth. 
    He is the Author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    18 min
  • Stress | How to Manage through the Ups and Downs

    Bryans discusses Stress, and how to manage through the dynamics of your daily life. He provides insight from Tim Ferris, and Stephen Covey on personal effectiveness and setting priorities.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive-level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first-hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a men's apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth. 
    He is the author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a  global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

     

    19 min
  • Breakaway Design | Establishing a First Mover Advantage

    Bryan talks about what it takes to build a Breakaway Design machine, and have sustained, long-term success.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a mens apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth.
    He is the Author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    17 min
  • Faith | Courage to break through Barriers

    Bryan discusses some internal struggles Entrepreneurs deal with on a daily basis. Finding a way to through Faith and Courage, and find a balance in Life is key.

    Bryan Smeltzers Podcast on driving your brand forward, reinvigorating your passion, while continuing to maintain and sustain your Vision for long term revenue growth.

    Discussions around disruptive strategies, and executable market drivers that provide a unique point of difference for you and your brand.
    In having over 25 years of executive level experience w/ some the worlds most Iconic brands; Oakley, K-Swiss, TaylorMade,adidas, Schutt Sports, Arena, across global business development, product creation, marketing strategy, and sales execution, Bryan brings a wealth of direct, first hand knowledge of how brands sustain their Vision and drive generational growth.
    Bryan has direct insight into the world of Entrepreneurship, having built a mens apparel brand, eventually selling to a Venture Capital firm after 10 years of profitable growth.
    He is the Author of “The Visionary Brand”, a book on how brands sustain and maintain their Vision over generations.
    Bryan is currently President of LiquidMind Inc., a global brand strategy firm located in Southern California.

    16 min

About The Visionary Chronicles

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I spent 20 years in executive roles at Oakley, adidas, TaylorMade, and K-Swiss — then built and sold my own brand to a VC firm. Now I run LiquidMind, a brand strategy advisory firm, and I share everything I know on this show.