In this episode, we are joined by Nick Warrender, Founder, and CEO of Lifted Made, the premier national producer of hemp-derived cannabinoid products. At 32 years old, Nick Warrender has had nine lives. His harrowing journey marked the beginning of years spent in and out of hospitals as 21st-century doctors struggled to identify treatments for diseases they had never seen before. Nick launched the business in 2014 to help bring premium, accessibly priced, hemp-based plant medicine to people in need like himself. He started with just $900, zero employees, and an office in his parent’s garage. Today, Lifted Made is a multi-million dollar public company that averages $1M monthly sales growth. Tune in to learn more on this!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Eddy Soffer, a Sustainability Executive with a great passion and deep experience in ESG Strategy & Integration, Product Development, and Sales. He is the ESG Manager of Interactive Brokers, the best online broker in 2022. They recently launched the IMPACT App which is geared towards the new generation of socially conscious investors. The app has several features that set it apart from the rest including a charitable feature that allows users to give back to their communities. They can also align and adjust investments. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Chris Kern, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Fernhill Corp, a diversified technology holding company that has interests in and seeks to acquire, build and develop software, service businesses, and marketplaces in the digital asset and blockchain industry that are meant to simplify, automate and optimize the activities in mining, minting, trading and managing digital assets of any kind. Chris has deep expertise in Telecommunications, Internet Services, Mobility, Blockchain, FinTech, Financial Services, SaaS, and Digital Media & Marketing. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Ruben Seyde, Co-Founder and CEO of Delivered Inc, Massachusetts' first recreational company to offer cannabis home delivery services. Its mission is to sustainably connect dispensaries with customers through a reliable, efficient delivery service. Ruben entered the cannabis industry seven years ago as a caregiver for medical patients. Since then, he's had the opportunity to work alongside some of the best cannabis operators in Massachusetts and the country. His drive to network has put him in contact with experienced and emerging operators in the industry, regulators and Commission members, and everyone in between. Tune in to learn more on this!

In this episode, we are joined by Sim Shain, Founder and CEO of ParaFlight EMS and Aviation, a full-service medical transport company dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to patients and medical teams worldwide. Sim is a devoted volunteer who contributes towards numerous well-known organizations such as Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha, United Hatzalah of Israel, The Special Children's Center, Birthright Israel, and Hatzalah EMS, providing in-flight medical support to children with cancer and disabilities, free of charge. He is also the Founder and CEO of OrganFlights.com, which provides OPOs and Transplant Centers with full “attention to detail” air and ground transportation to ensure the most efficient transfer of organs and transplant teams nationwide. Tune in to learn more about how he became so devoted to helping others!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Eddie Maalouf, Founding Partner at 4Media Marketing, a marketing agency that helps automate customer acquisition processes for businesses in the U.S, Canada, South America and The Middle East. Their primary focus is on brands already allocating at least $10k/ month to paid advertising. Eddie has had a passion for sales since convincing his father to let him work in his carpet business at the age of 15, and his natural talent has served him well as he climbs the ladder of success. Tune in to learn more!

Training sales teams is arguably the most important part of any business strategy, yet it remains a time intensive and expensive exercise for teams in all companies. Businesses spend $70 billion annually on training only to generate disappointing ROI. Meanwhile, sales reps forget 70% of the information they learn within a week of training, and 87% will forget it within a month. Gaurav Sharma, CEO of SaaS labs shares his insights on Dialworks, a sales acceleration platform, to help teams get sales-ready faster. Through calls on Dialworks platform, leaders can test their reps' sales readiness in real world scenarios.  

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Dr. Sameer Suhail, an entrepreneur, healthcare investor, and philanthropist whose mission is to provide cost-effective, quality healthcare training programs in areas that are underserved and in need of quality care. Dr. Sameer Suhail is the CEO of Metropolitan Behavioral Associates (MBA) of Chicago, a Psychiatric Group of highly qualified psychiatry physicians with 30+ years of experience. The physicians are committed to providing quality care to all of the Chicago metropolitan communities. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us 6today is Nick Friesen, Co-Founder and CEO of The Match Artist, a photography company specializing in transforming online dating profiles through intriguing photography and facial expression coaching. Nick fell in love with portraits and facial expression coaching when he picked up a camera while studying piano performance in college and quickly realized his passion. He has grown dramatically as a photographer over the years. Don’t miss a thing on this. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Anna Cheniuntai, Founder and CEO  and Co-founder at Apis Cor, an American technology corporation headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, developing advanced technologies and materials for construction 3D printing. The technology was used to construct the largest 3D printed building on Earth that holds the Guinness World Record and received the top awards on NASA's 3D Printed Habitat Challenge. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Nachman Lieser, Founder, and CEO of ConnectBooks, a game-changing software company that partners with Quickbooks and online marketplaces like Amazon, Shopify, and Walmart, to help hundreds of sellers reconcile every transaction, see itemized and bottom line profit, and inventory updates in real-time. Nachman has been recognized as a pioneer and innovator, changing the role of accounting traditionally played for eCommerce sellers and creating systems that increase businesses' profit margins. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Shane Ammerman, Owner of HCCI Professional Protective Services, a security company that changes the security industry through real, professional, and deliverable security services. HCCI trains security professionals in lethal and non-lethal weapons, defensive tactics, and many other skill sets and certifications to build a strong security plan and understand how to reduce the risks. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today are Yasmin Mitchell and Jessica. Yasmin Mitchell is the Founder and CEO of Decor Steals, a company that offers vintage decor enthusiasts the absolute best prices on the best farmhouse vintage items possible. Their dream is to bring you affordable, timeless pieces that are full of character and love. Jessica helps with media content influence. Don’t miss a thing on this. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Dylan Bostic, a professional wrestler. His debut was in Shelbyville, IN, for New Era Wrestling on June 16th, 2007. He went on to win several championships throughout the United States and Canada during his professional wrestling career. Dylan is making a transition to a professional boxing career. He explains how to establish a brand as an athlete. Tune in to learn more!

In today’s episode we meet Stefán Heinrich Henriquez, the co-founder of Mayk.It -  the app that acts as virtual music studio allowing anyone to create songs through a very simple set of tools that do not require musical expertise to use. User are now producing 1,000 songs a day on the app. In total, the app has just passed the 200,000 mark in terms of numbers of songs created. Mayk.It is working to connect users to simple music creation tools, a medium that is less represented in favor of photo and video-focused mediums. The startup is breaking down barriers to music creation which will allow people to comfortably and effortlessly express themselves through song and sound; making music content depressurized and democratized.

In this episode, we are joined by CJ Oltman, the Co-Founder & CEO of BannerWave, an ad agency that helps brands supercharge the performance and engagement of their ad campaigns with custom interactive ads. For the past 13 years, CJ has been partnering with brands to deliver best-in-class ad campaigns and brand experiences, working with some of the most loved brands in the world, including Adobe, Amazon, Beam Suntory, Cadillac, Discover, Feeding America, HP, NBA, and The New York Times, among many others. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Mandy Lemond, an Emmy-winning producer, Author, and trauma advocate. Mandy suffered trauma at the age of seven years after her father brutally murdered her mother and stabbed her 13 times. She survived the trauma and is helping others overcome trauma and build resilience by sharing her story through books. Mandy is also an entrepreneur. She is the Owner and CEO of todayswait.com and didyouhere.com. Tune in to learn more on this!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Praveen Penmetsa, Founder and CEO of Monarch Tractor, a company that is leading the transformation of farming. Monarch helps farmers by addressing labor availability, meeting consumer demands for sustainability, and providing actionable data-driven farming insights. It enables economically competitive organic and beyond farming through intelligent electro-mechanical solutions that replace harmful chemicals. Praveen is also the Founder and CEO of Motivo Engineering, a product-engineering firm with clients in the Mobility, Energy, AgTech, and Aerospace sectors. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Bella Lane, speaker, thought leader, relationship & conscious intimacy, and learning love therapist. Her passion is working with and leading people on the healing journey, which leads to emotional freedom. Through her conscious intimacy/tantra program, she guides people on the path to living more connected, love-imbued lives. Bella explains how we can use tantra to build the moment with ourselves and our partners. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Andy Kurtzig, Founder, and CEO of JustAnswer, a platform that connects people with experts such as doctors, accountants, lawyers, and veterinarians for immediate online help. Andy founded JustAnswer in 2003 and has built it into the number one expert answer site. He spent the first two and a half years programming and listening to users before handing over the engineering reigns to focus on JustAnswer's other business aspects. Before JustAnswer, Kurtzig founded and later sold eBenefits, a cloud-based Human Resources application. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Ken Joslin, CEO of the Ken Joslin Team & the GROW STACK DRIVE brand, which helps leaders to be strong, grow their team, and be the best versions of themselves. He is a driven leader who has sold hundreds of millions in real estate and mortgages. In 2019 Ken finished in the top half of 1% out of 3,725 Realtors. Ken has planted multiple churches, mentored hundreds, and is passionate about businesses and changing lives. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is George Liu, Founder and CEO of Gym Pillars, a marketing agency that helps micro gyms scale without sacrificing their pockets. George moved to the U.S. at the age of 10 without speaking English but overcame adversity and found success through fitness. He has proven that the American dream is more than a fantasy through hard work, sacrifice, and a deep passion for helping others. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Noam Krasniansky, Co-Founder of Oooniverse, an NFT ecosystem that allows users to collect, trade, and sell their digital cats. Ooonimals bring out your kindness, hopes, and dreams you had as a kid. Noam is also the Co-Founder of Bambooee, the world's first 100% washable and reusable paper towel company. Their main goal is planting trees and checking paper towel use in America. Tune in to learn more!

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Michel Choueiri, CEO at CovidCheckToday, an at-home COVID testing company using Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Test, which targets proteins that are expressed on the virus, The RT-PCR Test, which is the Gold Standard in PCR testing and Video Monitoring that monitors your COVID-19 test virtually and send you a report with your results. Covid Check Today is currently servicing the Greater San Diego Area, Los Angeles, Orange County California, Denver Colorado, Las Vegas Nevada, and Miami Florida. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Moshe Pourad, Co-Founder and President of 26 Motors. a certified pre-owned 5-star dealership whose primary focus is on luxury and exotic cars. They are known for the wide selection of vehicles catering to everyone, ranging from standard to exotic; Honda to Lamborghini. Moshe shares his secrets of succeeding in the car dealership. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Will Basta, Co-Founder, and CRO at Ascend, an 8-figure logistics, and eCommerce company that builds, operates, and scales profitable online Businesses for their Clients. Ascend is on a mission to increase access to the 4.8 trillion dollar eCommerce market for investors looking to diversify their passive income investment portfolio. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Amber Singleton, a real estate agent with West Coast Capital Group in Newport Beach, CA, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive, and attentive real estate services. She is also the CEO of Finland Financial, a consulting company that helps businesses acquire the financial tools and resources necessary to be successful. Amber explains how she became one of the best real estate agents in Newport Beach. Don’t miss a thing on this!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Krishna Rajendran, Founder and CEO of Karallief, an American company that focuses on the research and development of innovative herbal extract formulas through rigorous scientific protocols. Karallief has united the powerful forces of nature, science, and innovation to develop and manufacture clinically tested synergistic herbal formulas that target various health areas. Karallief stands out from the rest because they understand the science and synergy behind herbal extracts. Tune in to learn more on this!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Kirsch Mackey, head of the number one PCB Hardware Design Career Development Program in the world, working with individuals and companies to find career jobs and build teams skilled in hardware and printed circuit board design. He is also an electrical engineer and designer with over 7 years of hands-on experience in solving problems for people. Kirsch explains the inner workings of the PCB Design industry. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of The Action and Ambition Podcast! Joining us today is Kurt Hallead, Co-Founder, President, and Lead Investor at Legacy League, the portal of college sports NFTs. Legacy League makes it easy and fast for athletes to create unique digital video assets to highlight their experience as student-athletes. Athletes can easily create incredible, unique highlights using the proprietary NFT Creation Wizard. They can then mint them as NFTs and sell them on the marketplace. Tune in to learn more!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today's guest is David Lahav, an investor and entrepreneur who started and acquired multiple 7 figure service businesses. In his companies, David has a strong focus on team building, personal growth, and helping his team members realize their dreams. David's mission is helping other investors and entrepreneurs grow their companies rapidly, while enjoying the ride and staying happy and healthy. You're going to love this episode. Let's get to it!