All Podcast Episodes
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H. Puentes (San Diego Squared)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Jessie Warner sits down with H. Puentes, co-founder and president of San Diego Squared, to discuss how his organization is redefining talent development in STEM by identifying high-potential students early and connecting them with opportunity. The conversation centers on building social capital, creating scalable impact, and preparing
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Jason Zeimet (UnoriginalVinyl)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Jason Zeimet, founder and president of UnoriginalVinyl, about building a niche business in the music industry focused on high-quality vinyl packaging and reissues. The conversation explores the resurgence of physical media and how storytelling, craftsmanship, and attention to detail are driving growth in a digital-first world. What
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Matthew Watson (LegalFee Consultants)
In this episode, host Jesse Warner speaks with Matthew Watson, President of Legal Fee Consultants, about building a specialized billing and compliance business for law firms and service providers. The conversation centers on entrepreneurship through unexpected transitions, scaling a service-based company, and leveraging technology like AI to improve operational efficiency. What You’ll Learn: Matthew Watson’s
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Andrew Griffard (Blu Shark Straps)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Andrew Griffard, co-owner of Blu Shark Straps, about entrepreneurship through acquisition and the process of revitalizing and scaling an existing e-commerce business. Andrew shares insights on identifying the right acquisition opportunity, turning around declining businesses, and building sustainable growth. What You’ll Learn: This conversation highlights the power
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Tyler Clark (Zawadie)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Tyler Clark, CEO and co-founder of Zawadie, about building a mission-driven company that connects skilled refugees with meaningful remote work. The conversation centers on unlocking overlooked global talent while creating dignified employment opportunities. What You’ll Learn: This conversation highlights a powerful shift from charity to empowerment, demonstrating
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Sinan Gölhan (GelTech Labs)
In this episode, host Jessie Warner speaks with Sinan Gölhan, CEO of GelTech Labs and a nanomedicine entrepreneur, about building a biotech startup focused on automating biomaterial testing and improving outcomes in healthcare. The conversation centers on innovation in lab automation, the challenges of early-stage entrepreneurship, and scaling a hardware-driven business. What You’ll Learn: This
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Stevi Carr (WISe Wellness Guild)
In this episode, host Jessie Warner speaks with Stevi Carr, founder and CEO of Wise Wellness Guild and co-founder of WellNXT, about redefining wellness as a comprehensive, human-centered approach to sustainable performance and fulfillment. Their conversation explores how businesses and individuals can better align values, health, and productivity to unlock long-term success. What You’ll Learn:
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Ronald Eriksen (Crown Holdings Business Development)
In this episode, host Jessie Warner speaks with Ronald Eriksen, President of Crown Holdings Business Development, about his journey into franchising and business development, and the principles behind building and scaling successful business ventures. The conversation centers on sales, leadership, and the long-term mindset required to grow sustainable organizations. What You’ll Learn: This conversation highlights
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Rich Marker (All Metals Fabrication)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Jessie Warner sits down with Rich Marker, owner and CEO of All Metals Fabrication, to discuss his journey building a family-founded manufacturing business and the lessons learned in leadership, growth, and resilience. The conversation centers on entrepreneurship, navigating challenges, and sustaining a business over decades. What You’ll