Where the Fortune Is

Sam is co-founder and CEO of ProductDone, the company on a mission to democratize software development.

Since graduating in Computer Science, Sam has worked in three continents and before starting ProductDone was working with startups in New Zealand and Silicon Valley.

A serial entrepreneur and frequent speaker at business events, Sam has advised both startups and established businesses in innovation and growth strategy.

Sam has mastered the art of pushing through setbacks to keep moving forward to maintain success. He is always listening to customers and adjusting towards continued growth within his company, while continuously building startups.

https://www.productdone.com/

Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samkamani/

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Reared in Oklahoma, Gib took advice from a pastoral mentor to help guide him in the beginning of his spiritual journey. A mentor-ship which still holds strong today 25 years later.  Gib uses Tina Fey's book, Bossy Pants, to help upcoming pastors know what's to follow when preparing for a sermon, and what's next after the last amen is said on Sunday. Also, Gib touches on the 4 pillars (fitness, faith, friends, family) to help find balance throughout life. If you are thinking of joining a church, or considering attending for the first time please consider these powerful points. Think about the lower points of your life and wish what you would have had in a community in it with you, truth source,  and desperately need for love. A strong church will walk with you through pain and suffering, truth of scripture will help guide you through the storms of life, and be a place of unconditional love.

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Master Chief Anderson, a man of integrity and strong leadership, is always improving and says he’ll never reach his peak on learning to improve his self and patient care. Master Chief Anderson sacrificed 31 years for the USCG, and had an illustrious career.

Master Chief Anderson originally enlisted in the Navy in June 1988. Upon graduating from basic training at Naval Training Center San Diego CA, he attended the Navy Hospital Corpsman ‘A’ School located at Naval Hospital San Diego, CA. His first tour of duty was with the Naval Hospital located in Beaufort SC, followed by a tour at the Naval Hospital in Okinawa Japan. Upon leaving the Navy in 1992, HM3 Anderson joined the U.S. Coast Guard and attended basic training at Cape May NJ. His first tour of duty was onboard the USCGC Gallatin homeported at Governor Island, NY. In 1994 he attended the Health Services Dental Technician School. Upon graduation, HSD3 Anderson was station at Support Center Elizabeth City NC. In 1996, HSD3 Anderson attended the Health Services Technician ‘A’ School located at Training Center Petaluma, CA. After graduation, HS3 Anderson was transferred to the Integrated Support Command Boston, MA. His other assignments include: Support Center Elizabeth City, NC, USCGC Eagle, Safety and Environment Health Detachment New Orleans. He has served as the Senior Independent Health Services Technician for Health Safety and Worklife District 5 Regional Practice and is the only Active Duty Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) instructor in the Coast Guard certified by The International Critical Stress Foundation (ICISF).

Master Chief Anderson’s personal awards include two Coast Guard Commendation Medals, three Coast Guard Achievement Medals with “O” device, Commandant’s Letter of Commendation with “O” device and numerous other personal and service awards.

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Alex has been a property manager and in construction development for the past 15 years, and somehow has found the time to create his own company; as a side hustle might I add. Mustang Development Advisors, Inc. finds struggling properties in upscale neighborhoods, and either rehabs or completely reconstructs the property for resale. Throughout his career and starting his company Alex learned to be resilient, show humility, and had to adapt during challenging times to maintain continued success. Always seeing the glass as half full during a difficult time, Alex tackles each day by what he can accomplish to set himself and his company up for future success. 

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Upon moving to Memphis in 2015, Venki started to rely heavily on networking to build his brand and meet other like-minded business professionals. Through his passion for education, Venki graduated from Fogelman College of Business and Economics University of Memphis. Venki is fueled by his passion as a mentor and innovate new methods to connect students, business professionals, and non-profits through careerquo.com.  Also, Venki has a podcast, Driven By Doing, and has mentored over 60 students during the Covid-19 crisis. Please listen in as Venki draws inspiration from others to help lead with his passion to help others. 

contact info

https://www.linkedin.com/in/venkimandapati/

www.careerquo.com

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During the financial crisis in 2008, Jordan moved to Cambodia to truly step outside his comfort zone to build an impressive resume that helped propel his career. Also, Jordan has obtained 2 masters which has transitioned him into an incredible leader. Jordan relies on a major building block for his team, and that is trust, to overcome challenges they face within the workforce. Trust helps build a strong culture within the team that Liberty Mutual allows Jordan to lead autonomously, and with a holistic view as they show resiliency to push through obstacles on various projects.  Also, Jordan touches on leading with passion, truly know who you are, and what your strong suits are to maximize your ability. Without the ability to know what you are capable of and how to overcome setback, then you will forever be lost and struggle to find work life balance. Another great aspect to have is an impressive work ethic to face any challenge, and to not miss or pass-by on opportunities that will set you up for success. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wherethefortuneis/message

Shaun Pillai has an unbelievable work ethic instilled in him from the early age of 5, by his father. A man of integrity, Shaun treats everyone and his clients with the utmost respect. Even if you do not purchase an insurance policy from Shaun you will leave the meeting feeling educated, and fully aware that you are doing what's best for you and your family.  To help grow his business, Shaun uses network referral marketing to help build on those business relationships, both personally and professionally. So listen in as Shaun does not get rattled when losing his job with a new born on the way, and how faith and the belief from others helped propel Shaun into a successful and thriving career in insurance. 

CONTACT 

PHONE: 901.757.5757 ext. 1115 

WEBSITE: www.shoemakerins.com 

EMAIL: [email protected]

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Mollie Walker leads with faith, the love for her family, and draws strength from being a sturdy voice for women when standing up for infertility coverage. Through her journey, Mollie gains wisdom from her owe life experiences as well as 4 to 5 mentors to help navigate her personal and professional growth. Mollie is not sitting back and watching the game from the sideline, she is fighting to have state legislation pass bills for infertility coverage. By doing so, Mollie's daughter and future women will be able to afford treatment, if needed, to have a family. Mollie's journey has lead her to a growth mindset and never doubt her ability, which comes in the form of faith and various mentors across different areas of her life. Ultimately propelling her to leave a legacy for her family, and being a voice for women and infertility. 

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901-461-5189

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Pain is temporary...Pride is forever, that's the mantra learned from boot-camp Ian Dahlberg carries with him today. Ian puts in extra hours during the week as he treats his employees like family to ensure they're taken care of during the COVID crisis. Transitioning from the military to civilian life was an adjustment Ian wasn't expecting. Through his tenacious drive to succeed outside of the military, Ian tapped into the G.I. Bill went back to college after the Coast Guard, leading him to become the CEO of Dalhcore. While ascending towards owning his own security company Ian learned a lot of valuable lessons, both in and out of the military, to lead a strong workforce to protect his clients and the public. 

Ian Dahlberg, CEO (646)531-6324

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https://dahlcore.com/

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Shea breaks it down on implementing a healthy work environment, and tapping into your own strengths to lead a strong team. Also, behavior breeds behavior a mentor once said and that advise is still carried on today. Shea is a ray of sunshine and uses her positivity to guide to overcome fear, and get out of her comfort zone to thrive and not survive. 

Shea Peffly is the founder and owner of Menagerie Coaching. She is certified as a Professional EOS Implementer of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®). Shea helps entrepreneurs and business leaders get more from their business by clarifying their Vision, gaining Traction and Focus and becoming a healthy leadership team. She is a former CEO and executive business leader who always challenges businesses to raise the bar while understanding that service has many challenges. As a recipient of the St. Louis Small Business Wonder Woman Award and recognized with an EOS Implementer Spotlight, Shea uses her influence to help others identify their unique menagerie of talent while serving and steering organizations to improve entire cultures and economies.

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https://menageriecoach.com/

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