All Podcast Episodes
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Leon Eisen (Venture Growth Group)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Leon Eisen, entrepreneur, venture studio founder, venture capitalist, and former quantum physics researcher, to discuss the journey from academia to building innovative companies. Their conversation explores entrepreneurship, leadership, fundraising, venture building, and the mindset required to create businesses that deliver meaningful real-world…
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Katie Birkelo (Aspire Professional Talent Solutions)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Katie Birkelo, President of Aspire Professional Talent Solutions, to discuss leadership, business growth, and the evolving landscape of executive recruiting and staffing. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in financial staffing and talent solutions, Katie shares insights into scaling a…
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Henry Abenaim (FUNDINGO)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker speaks with Henry Abenaim, founder and CEO of Fundingo, about transforming the lending industry through automation, connected systems, and AI-driven innovation. Henry shares how his experience in lending exposed major operational inefficiencies and inspired him to build a platform designed to help complex lenders scale…
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Jackson Pace (Refractional CFO)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Jackson Pace, founder of Refractional CFO, to discuss building a niche financial services firm dedicated to optometry and ophthalmology practices. Jackson shares how his background in public accounting and healthcare finance led him to create a specialized business focused on helping doctors…
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Dr. Paul Barattiero (Echo Water)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Jessie Warner sits down with Dr. Paul Barattiero, founder of Echo Water, to discuss the science behind hydrogen water, the personal health journey that inspired his business, and the challenges of scaling an innovative wellness company. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, health innovation, consumer education, and how mission-driven…
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Benjamin Birch (Stratas)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Benjamin Birch, Founder and CEO of Stratas, to discuss his transition from the construction industry into commercial real estate finance and the rapid growth of his company. Their conversation explores entrepreneurship, relationship-driven business development, creative financing strategies, leadership, and the importance of…
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Jag Prakasam (Qdeck)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Jag Prakasam, CEO of Qdeck and a longtime leader in hedge funds, AI, and wealth management innovation. Their conversation explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the financial advisory industry, the growing importance of trust and personalization, and how advisors can use AI…
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Alex Ferguson (RequestRocket)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Alex Ferguson, Founder and CTO of RequestRocket, to discuss the evolving intersection of AI, API security, and enterprise integration. Alex shares how his company helps businesses securely connect systems, manage sensitive data, and navigate the growing complexity of AI-driven automation. What You’ll…
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Kelly Hagg (Boulder Dog Food Company)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker speaks with Kelly Hagg, CEO of Boulder Dog Food Company, about transitioning from a long corporate career in asset management into the world of consumer packaged goods and premium pet products. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, rebranding, AI-driven operations, and the challenges of scaling a manufacturing-based…