Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are lucky to have David McNeil, President & COO at PatientPop, on the show today. PatientPop is the market leader in practice growth technology platform that provides practices to increase patient acquisition, retention and deliver an outstanding patient over-all experience. With over a decade of SaaS leadership experience under his belt, David leads the all go-to-market functions and the growth strategy for the company. Prior to landing the role at PatientPop, David was Head of North America Sales at HubSpot responsible for accelerating growth across all segments and provide real value to prospects and customers. He is extremely passionate create an inclusive, safe and diverse environment where people can growth together, win together, and have fun together. Don’t miss this episode. This one is truly a gem!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are joined today by Henry Ma, CEO at Ricoma International Corporation. He manages Ricoma's general operations and resources, as well as serving as the primary point of contact for administrators and a custom apparel business coach for embroiders wishing to start their own business. He was featured in industry publications like Impression Magazine and Printwear, and SocialPros podcast. Henry hosts the Apparel Academy show on YouTube and is dedicated to being a thought leader in the fields of entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and social media. Stay tuned! You’re going to love this episode.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Topia, a fully customizable spatial-based virtual gathering platform launched in May 2020. Topia found quick success, hosting over 25,000 people as a co-sponsor of Burning Man, which they're doing again in 2021. Topia is a new type of social platform that focuses on human interaction, providing virtual event spaces for Fortune 100 companies, IPO celebrations, music festivals, birthday parties, reunions, workspaces, and private individual worlds for people and communities to gather and build relationships.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today's guest is Patrick Samy, co-founder & CEO of Span. They've been focusing on one mission: to empower individuals to live their healthiest lives possible. They provide individualized, ongoing dietary and mental health programs, as well as professional consultations on demand. In 2016, Patrick was diagnosed with prediabetes. Because of that, they developed a care paradigm centered on the individual, utilizing technology to reach its objectives. He previously worked at Microsoft, Skype, and a researcher at Stanford University. Join us in this episode and learn more of Patrick’s mission and story!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. How important is it to build your presence online? “Important” is lacking in describing the severity of building your online presence. The world is heading quickly towards digitization, and only those who have firmly established themselves are the ones who will win. That’s why Manuel Suarez, Founder & CEO of Attention Grabbing Media, is sought out even by famous personalities – he is built differently compared to others. How can you establish a solid online presence, then? Listen to this exciting episode! Don’t miss this out!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today, we are thrilled to be chatting with Serene Almomen, Co-Founder/CEO at Senseware. Serene spent over 11 years managing major, mission-critical projects, directing teams of up to 40 employees and managing an annual budget of at least $10 million before joining Senseware. She has a proven track record of completing projects on time and budget while increasing income by an average of $1 million per year. She knows everything there is to know about self-managed and control systems. Serene’s background balances perfectly between technical & business knowledge. You’ll surely love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. What is the future of visual effects? If you compare movies made a decade ago to now, the difference is so astounding that comparison is not even fair. From simple camera trickery to make an impression to fully green screen technology that makes you question reality. This is the life of Andrew Bly, Founder & CEO of Molecule VFX. By introducing new VFX techniques in collaboration with the industry’s behemoths, future movies and tv shows will be more dazzling. Listen to this fantastic episode! Don’t miss it!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. How easy is it to boost sales? Definitely not easy. Otherwise, every business owner would have been millionaires by then. How? Shivrat Chhabra, Co-Founder of Dosis, changed the medicinal world through an Artificial Intelligence Tool to personalize your medicine dose intake. By looking at your unique response, it’s a no-brainer everyone is scrambling to grasp the technology that helped save the patient and clinics! Listen to this revolutionary episode to find out more! Don’t miss it!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. What has the future in store for us? Our creative and hardworking scientists continuously flesh out new technology for mankind to savor. And not only did it make our life easier, but human progress also accelerated, and a boundless future became inevitable. That’s why Rich Campbell embraces new technologies and methodologies to enable various companies! How did 30 years of experience propagate Rich’s endeavors? Find out by listening to this exciting episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Want to know what innovation can you do during a challenging time in the hospitality industry? Today, we are thrilled to be chatting with Rias Attar, VP and Program Management of Caesars Entertainment Corporation. He is a business strategist, business transformation expert, operational excellence leader, and program and change management expert. He is a multi-award-winning CEO who has a proven track record of boosting earnings and implementing strategic initiatives that have successfully altered and integrated business processes. He is known for his ability to strategize business architecture, identify areas for process and outcome improvement, turn around businesses from loss to profit, champion continuous improvement efforts, deliver challenging cross-functional programs while collaborating with various stakeholders, and lead and coach winning teams. You’ll surely love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. CEO of APX Operating Company LLC (dba) Boomer Parks, Tim Murphy, joins us on the show. Boomer Parks is one of the largest owners of Family Entertainment Centers, operating five Boomers in California and Florida, SpeedZone Los Angeles, Big Kahuna’s Water Park in Florida, and Sahara Sam’s Oasis Water Park in New Jersey. With over a decade of career experience, he has served and worked for more than 150 brands in different location holding positions as CEO, President, COO, CFO, Consulting etc. in the fields of entertainment, restaurant, food & beverage, and other hospitality industries. Sit down and relax, listen and get the ultimate inspiration from this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are joined today by Aimee Harris-Newon, a double board-certified integrative psychologist. She runs a multi-location practice that serves clients both locally and globally. Her multidisciplinary approaches emphasize wellness, preventive care, and coaching to assist people in leading healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. Her vast and deep skillset and her approach to health and wellness distinguish her as absolutely outstanding. Dr. Aimee Harris-Newon and her team of professionals don't just treat symptoms; they solve health problems, improve quality of life, and change lives as the founder and director of Dr. Aimee and Associates.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Do you have that philanthropic blood in you? How does saving the world sound? Hey! You don’t need to be on the frontlines to contribute towards environmental stewardship. Nina Siemiatkowski launched MilkyWire as an avenue to help save the world. Through MilkyWire, Nina and her team partners with charitable organizations who are smarter and more engaging in addressing the big problems of our planet and saving the world. They bridge the gap between organizations and individuals who care about the world and want action now. Join MilkyWire’s growing community of donors today. Don’t be afraid that your donations will be exploited or left unused because if there is one thing that Nina advocates – it’s TRANSPARENCY! Listen to this exciting and fulfilling episode of vision and mission towards global change! You will be inspired by this! We're on a mission to bridge the gap between trusted organizations working to save our planet and individuals like you who care about our world and want action now.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Sara Choi, a Partner at Wing, where she invests in companies at the intersection of bio x data, is our guest on today's episode. Sara was the co-founder and COO of Airfox, a mobile data platform that ViaVarejo acquired (BSP: VVAR3). Sara was the Head of Product at Ciao Telecom before creating Airfox, co-founding a new cellular provider. Learn more about Sara's stealth mode investments and her experience bringing her skills in data to healthcare and the life sciences in this episode.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. What if there is a healthier version of a Soda? Sodas are famous for their sweet, sparkly, and refreshing aftertaste after eating heavy meals or even after a hot sunny day. As cool as it is, it’s unhealthy and may lead to severe consequences when consumed too much. This is why Ben Goodwin formulated OLIPOP, a soda that not only encapsulates its sweet, sparkly, and refreshing taste but is healthy too! Ben has been working for over a decade to create the ideal digestive health beverage. He assisted a start-up kombucha company at the age of 20, a probiotic water kefir soda at 24, and now has created OliPOP at 32. Listen to this fantastic episode to know more! You cannot miss this!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We catch up with Oliver Trevena, a rising star who continues to soar. Oliver has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry and has dabbled in theater, dance, acting, hosting, and modeling. His passion for health and wellness inspired him to team up with Vanessa Hudgens, an actress, to launch their business named Caliwater. According to the new beverage company, they describe it as “organic, antioxidant rich water made from cactus with a conscious mission.” Riding a new craze for cactus water, many should try it out too: it turns out to be healthier and higher in antioxidants than coconut water! Don’t miss out! You’re going to love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today's guest is Dan Rowe, founder and CEO of Fransmart, one of the largest restaurant franchise development firms in the world. Fransmart has worked with some of the industry's most well-known companies, giving it a unique insight on how to achieve franchise success. Rowe has identified and expanded brands for more than ten years, opening more than 5,000 restaurants in 45 states across the United States. He’s also an active board member of YPO and the National Restaurant Association. Join us in this episode and learn more of Dan’s mission and story!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are joined today by Raj Girn, founder of The Open Chest Confidence Academy & Blog, with the goal of helping leaders, C-Suite executives and entrepreneurs develop a holistic, sustainable approach to their business. She’s also an award winning media & events entrepreneur, author & speaker, confidence coach, consultant, and mentor who has worked with fortune 500 companies & A-list celebrities for two decades. She has successfully designed and curated many media and marketing initiatives, as well as small, medium, and big event properties involving international organizations, celebrities, influencers, thought leaders, media outlets, and public communities. You’re going to love it!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We have invited Marlon Ross, the man behind Mercer Real Estate. With a passion for business, articulate, enigmatic energy, and vast understanding of New York real estate industry, he founded Mercer Real Estate, a well-known multi-family real estate company in Buffalo, New York. Marlon is a native New Yorker and obtained his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University at Buffalo’s School of Management. He is currently involved in numerous charitable institutions and sits on the board of The Brownstone | The David H & Carol Feinberg Leadership Center. Marlon is also an active member of the Real Estate Board of New York. If you want to learn what’s new in the real estate market and acquire some strategic initiatives, this episode is perfect for you. Stay tuned! You will surely love it.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today, we are thrilled to be chatting with Dave MacLeod, the CEO and a co-founder of ThoughtExchange, the essential Discussion Management platform for scaling conversations. He leads a team responsible for changing the face of online consultation and leveraging the power of group intelligence and the principles of collaborative negotiation. Dave's expertise helped create the game-changing platform used by millions at some of the world's largest organizations. He is also the author of Scaling Conversations: How Leaders Access the Full Potential of People. Outside of work, Dave keeps busy as a dad of three who loves the outdoors. Do not miss this episode! You'll love it.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. In today’s episode, we chat with David Spencer, CEO, and Founder of Talent Resources Sports, Head of Sports Operations at Talent Resources. He earned an MBA from New York University's Stern School of Business before embarking on a career in finance, specializing in emerging markets. They've been partnering companies with well-known athletes and engaging them at the biggest events. Stay tuned! You’re going to love this episode.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today's guest is Samantha Ettus, author, speaker, founder, and CEO of Park Place Payments, a company that is radically improving the lives of people looking to reenter the workforce while also altering the payment processing business. She’s also the co-founder of the Los Angeles Women’s Collective and their goal is to encourage women to run for office and win. Samantha specializes in supporting people in achieving career and personal success. Join us in this episode and learn more of Samantha’s mission and story!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are joined today by D. Arcelious Harris, professionally known as Swagg R'Celious, a producer, vocalist, and songwriter making an innovative mark on the music industry. Executive producer Swagg R'Celious played a monumental role in the growth and award-winning sound of H.E.R., taking home a Grammy win for Best R&B Album (2018) and 4 additional Grammy nominations.  Swagg R'Celious, signed by Sony/ATV, the producer and writer, has had career-defining opportunities and his multidimensional, cross-genre music has earned him a top 5 record in France. Swagg R'Celious has a strong passion for music education in music technology and has been a guest lecturer and speaker at high schools, colleges, and universities. You will love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are thrilled to have Rob Ellin, the founder, CEO, and chairman of LiveXLive, a global platform of audio and video content, and the world’s go-to destination for all-in-one music & entertainment that combines premium livestreams, concerts, carefully selected radio stations, podcasts, and original artis video and audio content. A long-time believer and investor in transformative digital technology and media, Mr. Ellin has more than 30 years of investment and turnaround experience. He is also the founder of Trinad Capital, a Los Angeles-based hedge fund. Prior to founding Trinad, Mr.Ellin was the founder and president of Atlantis Equities Inc., a private investment company founded in 1990. He played an active role and spearheaded investments in Mandalay Digital, Majesco Entertainment, ThQ, Inc., Grand Toys, Forward Industries, Inc. and iwon.com. Stay tuned! You will surely enjoy this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We are joined today by Cristy Gupton, President of Custom Benefits Solutions, a leading North Carolina employee benefits consulting firm, and still running for about 14 years. They operate using the three principles; trust, transparency, and technology. She’s been included twice to the Employee Benefits Advisor Magazine’s Top 20 Women in Benefits Advising list. Don’t miss out! You’re going to love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We have invited Kim Janson, President, and CEO of Janson Associates- a firm dedicated to unleashing people’s potential globally. She’s known as one of the best executive coaches and has worked in over 40 countries. Kim’s firm provides executive counseling, strategic planning, large- or small-scale change projects, M&A work, cultural transformation, embedding talent systems, driving better levels of business performance, leadership and management program development/delivery, and many more services to executives, teams, and organizations. Kim is able to create change to produce outstanding business results by working with teams, individuals, functions, and the C-suite. Stay tuned! You’re going to love this episode.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. Today, we are thrilled to be chatting with Jeff Sekinger, a financial consultant, owns two companies that have run Orca Resources and Zero Percent. Orca Resources handles millions of dollars for qualified customers and hedge funds, managing several eight asset numbers for 60+ limited partners worldwide. He is also the CEO of 0percent.com, a digital asset hedge fund that offers financial consulting services to help people leverage business credit to fund their entrepreneurial ambitions. Don’t miss out! You’re going to love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We catch up with Michael Mo, CEO and co-founder of KULR Technology, which develops carbon fiber cooling solutions for energy and technology. He is a technology entrepreneur and successful investor with over 20 years of experience in technology management, product development, and marketing. He previously occupied the position of Senior Director-Business Development at Amlogic, Inc. and Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer of KT High-Tech Marketing, Inc.Do not miss this episode! You’ll surely love it.

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. In today’s episode, we chat with Victoria Veytsman, Cosmetic Dental Studios' owner, who is one of New York City's leading cosmetic and popular dentists. She's NYU Dental's youngest graduate ever. She has achieved an exceptional reputation for her unique professional expertise in many fields of dentistry, her enthusiasm for patient comfort, and her patient dedication. Dr. Veytsman's interest in art makes her have a love for smile changes where art and science meet every day to produce stunning, safe smiles. Join us in this episode and learn more of Andrew’s mission and story!

Welcome to another episode of Action and Ambition. We have invited Jason Velasco, co-founder, and CEO of Kindato Global with direct in-house experience at a global financial institution and as a financial regulator developing innovative solutions. He has 20 years of experience in forensic investigations and electronic discovery difficulties. He has performed over 350 computer forensic investigations for civil litigators and is a renowned eDiscovery expert witness on electronic evidence and data preservation concerns. Don’t miss out! You’re going to love this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Dmitry Dragilev, CEO and founder of JustReachOut.io, a SaaS tool that helps you pitch journalists to be featured in the press without an expensive PR firm. He started his career working for a startup that Google purchased after he scaled from 0 to 40M pageviews per month. He has written more than 1500 articles spanning the last 10 years for Forbes, Wired, Business Insider, Entrepreneur, Mashable, TechCrunch, TheNextWeb among many other publications. But, this episode is more about failure, lifestyle, and how he's done all of this without a modern smartphone. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!