Business Growth Spotlight
Welcome to Business Growth Spotlight, the podcast where we shine a light on innovative business leaders, cutting-edge strategies, and the latest trends shaping the world of business growth. Whether you're a corporate leader, entrepreneur, or online educator, this podcast delivers actionable insights and expert conversations to help you scale your business, increase revenue, and stay ahead in a competitive market. Join host Heidi Schalk as we dive deep into the stories and strategies of industry leaders, uncovering the tools and tactics they use to drive success. From navigating corporate challenges to mastering online visibility, this podcast is your go-to resource for scaling your business and reaching your goals. Tune in weekly for inspiring conversations, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in today’s ever-evolving business landscape.
Episodes
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In this episode of The Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Drew Chambers, EVP of Marketing at Harper, a next-generation cloud application platform built for speed, scalability, and developer performance.
Drew shares how Harper’s innovative fused-stack architecture is transforming how enterprise-level teams build and deploy high-performance applications—especially in the fast-moving world of AI and ...
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In this episode of The Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk welcomes Laurel Donnellan, founder and CEO of Compassionate Leaders Circle, a media and learning solutions company with a 26-year legacy in helping individuals and organizations create meaningful, purpose-driven work.
Laurel shares her journey from selling soft pretzels in her mother’s kitchen to building a hospitality career and eventually transitioning ...
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In this episode of The Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk, Co-Founder of HLH Growth Solutions, sits down with Maksym (Max) Petruk, CEO and Co-Founder of WeSoftYou, a custom software development company with over 100 team members and a growing focus on AI and education technology.
Max shares the story behind WeSoftYou’s impressive growth in a competitive B2B software market — and the pivotal moments that shaped t...
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In this heartfelt and fun episode of The Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with the dynamic husband-and-wife duo Tammy and Santiago Castro, co-founders of I AM HCM Consulting. Together, they share how faith, authenticity, and a people-first approach have shaped their business and marriage over the past 20 years.
Tammy reveals the inspiration behind her new book, “Shiny Objects: How Technology is Outsh...
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Host Heidi Schalk welcomes Kathleen Chan, Founder and CEO of Calico, for an in-depth discussion on entrepreneurship, innovation, and resilience. Kathleen shares her journey from building successful DTC brands to tackling the complexities of global sourcing through technology. She opens up about her experience fundraising as a female founder, the effects of geopolitical shifts on supply chains, and the importance of adapt...
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In this episode, Heidi Schalk sits down with Max Wolf, Managing Partner at Systematic Ventures, to explore how his firm is transforming the venture capital landscape through data-driven strategies and global insight. Max shares how Systematic Ventures leverages analytics to identify promising startups, support founders, and guide investors toward smarter, more strategic decisions.
The conversation dives into the challenge...
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In this episode of the Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Michael Heiberg, founder of Ocean IO, to explore how intelligent data and AI are reshaping the way businesses connect with their ideal customers.
Michael shares how Ocean IO helps companies streamline targeting and engagement through data-driven micro-targeting and AI-powered insights. He dives into the evolving relationship between sales ...
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In this episode of the Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Allen Nejah, founder of SunMan Engineering, to explore how his company is transforming the engineering landscape through innovation and adaptability. Allen shares his perspective on staying agile in rigid markets, securing the right funding for technology development, and aligning with shifting investor priorities. He also dives into the g...
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In this episode, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Arman Eshraghi, Founding CEO of Qrvey, to explore how embedded analytics is transforming the SaaS landscape. Arman shares the story behind building Qrvey’s all-in-one analytics platform and the key lessons learned while scaling a fast-growing tech company. He dives into the power of specialized marketing strategies, the need for adaptability to customer demands, and how s...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Adam Hocek, founder of Aecho AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of recruitment. Adam dives into the growing importance of soft skills assessment, the role of emotional intelligence in hiring, and how Aecho AI’s voice technology brings a human touch to digital recruiting.
He shares how understanding tone, emotion,...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Shashank Sripada, co-founder and COO of Gaia, a decentralized AI network transforming how businesses and communities connect.
Shashank shares his entrepreneurial journey in the tech industry, highlighting the challenges of building Gaia and the pivotal role of decentralized AI in reshaping business operations. The conversation explores:
- The ...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Megan Wells, VP of Marketing at Evolve AI, to explore the future of marketing leadership in an AI-driven world. Megan shares her perspective on the rise of go-to-market engineers, the growing role of automation and prompt engineering, and what it takes to scale effectively within a fast-paced startup environment.
She also dives into the evolvin...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Titus Capilnean, VP Go to Market at Civic Technologies, to explore how technology and especially artificial intelligence (AI), is transforming the way businesses grow and scale.
Titus shares his perspective on using AI as a practical business tool instead of just another buzzword, and how small teams with limited budgets can still create signi...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk interviews Dennis Kelly, CEO of Postalytics, a leading platform that is revolutionizing direct mail automation. Dennis shares his journey in the startup world, the inspiration behind Postalytics, and how integrating direct mail with digital marketing strategies is delivering powerful results for businesses of all sizes.
Heidi and Dennis dive into the industri...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Linda Albright, founder of Albright AI, to explore how entrepreneurs can harness the power of artificial intelligence in business strategy.
Linda shares her personal journey as an entrepreneur and the inspiration behind launching her AI consulting firm, offering insights into how leaders can adopt agile leadership practices in today’s rapidly e...
In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, Omer Jamal takes us inside his entrepreneurial journey and reveals what it really takes to build a business in today’s fast-changing market. From mastering speed to lead in sales to leveraging AI-powered sales strategies, Omer shares how modern entrepreneurs can stay ahead of the curve.
He dives into the biggest challenges business owners face, the importance of adapting to shifting buye...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Chetan Saiyo, CEO of Zoomifier, to explore the transformation of B2B sales in today’s digital-first world. Chetan breaks down how video and AI are reshaping sales performance, and why understanding digital body language is now essential for connecting with modern buyers, especially in a post-COVID marketplace.
He shares how Zoomifier empowers ...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Jen Henderson, founder and CEO of Tilt, the HR tech company transforming how organizations handle leave management.
Jen opens up about her personal journey that led to Tilt’s creation, the hurdles she faced as a female founder, and how her team is reshaping a critical yet often overlooked part of the employee experience.
The conversation dives i...
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In the 100th episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Paul Tedford, CEO of WM Synergy, to dive into the critical factors manufacturers and distributors must consider when choosing the right ERP system.
Paul outlines the 3 P’s of ERP success, Product, Partner, and Platform, and why overlooking any of them can derail long-term growth. He also shares insights on key trends shaping the ERP lands...
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In this episode of Business Growth Spotlight, host Heidi Schalk sits down with Alex Karzag, the VP of PMO at Producers Trust, to explore how mission-driven leadership and strategic partnerships are shaping the future of global food systems.
Alex shares his unique journey from startup roles to leading operations at Producers Trust, emphasizing the importance of aligning mission and values within teams. He dives into the re...
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