Welcome to Business Ninjas, the podcast where we interview top business leaders and entrepreneurs who share their secrets to success. Learn from the masters and apply their insights to grow your own business. Join us as we explore the strategies and tactics used by today's most successful companies. Tune in now and become a business ninja yourself. đ¤şđ
In this inspiring episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman sits down with Beth Demke, CEO of North Dakotaâs Gateway to Science, to discuss how a grassroots idea grew into a 43,000-square-foot science hub serving over 130,000 people annually. Beth shares how passion, community support, and good old-fashioned organization turned a former shoe store into a state-of-the-art learning center where kids, adults, and even seniors en...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman sits down with Nelson Dunk, Owner and Chief Creative Officer of Hammer & Anvil, a trailblazing immersive content studio reshaping how museums engage the public. Nelson shares how his passion for handcrafted storytelling and cutting-edge virtual reality tech converged to form a new kind of educational experience. One thatâs high-resolution, photorealistic, and built for sha...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman chats with Michael McGuire, Chief Revenue Officer at NobelBiz, a leader in omnichannel contact center solutions and carrier services. With over 30 years of experience running and fixing call centers, Michael shares why NobelBiz stands out in a crowded tech space: itâs built by people whoâve actually lived the contact center life. From telecom cost savings and spam-call suppres...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew sits down with Elizabeth Ji, CEO and Managing Attorney at The Ji Law Firm, to unpack what makes a truly client-centered approach to immigration law. From work visas to employer-sponsored green cards, Elizabeth brings a personal touch, deep expertise, and refreshingly candid communication to a space often clouded by bureaucracy and burnout.
Whether sheâs guiding individuals through...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew Lippman chats with John Polk, President of John Polk & Associates, about how smart businesses turn data into influenceânot just reports. With a background in strategy, analytics, and leadership at Capital One, John now helps companies refine their presentation and storytelling skills to better connect with audiences, drive decision-making, and sharpen their strategic messaging.
Johnâs f...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew Lippman sits down with Jay Jung, founder and principal of Embarc Advisors, a boutique investment banking and M&A advisory firm serving the middle market. With a background at Goldman Sachs and McKinsey, Jay has worked on major deals like Yahooâs sale to Verizon and MuleSoftâs acquisition by Salesforce. Now, heâs bringing that elite-level execution and insight to 7- and 8-figure mergers...
Radon, founder and CEO of Recovered and Free, and TEDx Southlake speaker. Don shares his raw, personal journey from addiction to long-term recovery, and how it inspired him to build a radically different kind of recovery program. Unlike traditional treatment centers driven by insurance payouts and clinical detachment, Recovered and Free is a peer-led, private-pay menâs program that prioritizes real connection, honest dialogue, and ...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew Lippman sits down with Russell Baris, Founder and President of eLumindata, to explore how businesses can uncover powerful insights hiding in plain sightâwithin their own data. From AI-powered data automation to next-gen healthcare solutions, Russell explains how eLumindata helps organizations cut through the chaos and bring clarity to decision-making.
With nearly two decades of experie...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew speaks with Isaac Salem, Vice President at Teknos Associates, about the artâand scienceâbehind accurate startup valuations. With a sharp focus on tech and biotech sectors, Isaac explains how Teknos bridges deep industry expertise with data-driven analysis to deliver valuation services that go far beyond spreadsheets.
Whether itâs a Series A startup gearing up for funding or a late...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew Lippman chats with John Anastasi, founding partner at Lando & Anastasi (L&A), a boutique intellectual property firm based in Boston. John shares his unique journey from engineer to IP attorney, and how that dual perspective empowers his team to protect cutting-edge innovationsâfrom software and AI to consumer products and life sciences. Tune in for a deep dive into the ever-shiftin...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman chats with Jeff Gilbert, CEO and Founding Partner of Balboa Wealth Partners. With over 35 years in the financial services industry, Jeff opens up about his journey from Wall Street firms to launching his own independent SEC-registered advisory firm. Tune in to hear how Balboa Wealth Partners delivers a âwhite gloveâ experience to high-net-worth families and institutionsâwithou...
đď¸ Making Deals That Matter â Grant McGaugh of Cornhusker Capital on Tech, Trust, and Timing
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman talks with Grant McGaugh, Senior Managing Director at Cornhusker Capital, about what it really takes to get deals done in todayâs volatile markets. Grant shares his journey from tech and healthcare IT into the world of investment bankingâand how Cornhusker Capital uses deep industry kn...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, we sit down with Adam Parikh, CEO of Gigawatt Media, to explore how his team is helping advertisers cut through the noise with smarter, more effective paid media strategies. Focused on CTV, OTT, and digital platforms, Gigawatt Media works with mid to large businesses looking to spend $50K+ monthly on ad campaigns that actually move the needle. Adam breaks down how Gigawatt blends precision target...
đ In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman sits down with Justin Nabity, founder and partner at Physicians Thrive, to explore the often-overlooked challenges physicians faceâand how his company is helping them thrive, not just survive.
Physicians Thrive is the largest advisory group of its kind in the U.S., offering critical support to doctors across all 50 statesâfrom residency to retirement. Justin shares how his t...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman sits down with Corey Morris, Owner, President, and CEO of Voltage â a leading digital marketing agency celebrating 20 years of innovation and impact.
Corey shares his journey from project manager to agency owner, the evolution of Voltage from a creative shop to a powerhouse in SEO and paid search, and why high-quality leads matter more than vanity metrics. Learn how Voltage sur...
What happens when the banks say no? Natasha Dillon, CFO of FundFi Merchant Funding, shares how her team fills the financing gap for small and mid-sized businesses across the U.S. and Canadaâespecially when traditional lenders back away.
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman uncovers how Natashaâs background in finance and her sharp understanding of risk have helped FundFi grow during uncertain times. Lear...
Can marketing actually calm people downâespecially in high-stress fields like law? Britt Frank, Marketing Director at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP, shares how empathy and storytelling arenât just buzzwordsâtheyâre essential in legal marketing.
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Britt shares into the unique challenges of marketing for a law firm, how GRGB builds deep trust with clients, and why authenticity is th...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman chats with Neil Juneja, founder and managing partner of Gleam Law, a firm thatâs taken the legal cannabis spaceâand a whole lot moreâby storm. Neil shares how a dare, a background in IT and physics, and a knack for unconventional thinking led him to start a law firm before he even knew how to practice law. Now representing clients in 46 states and on four continents, Gleam Law...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, host Andrew Lippman sits down with John Munsell, CEO of Bizzuka, to dive into the world of AI, workforce transformation, and the art of doing more with what youâve got. John shares his fascinating journey from banking to launching tech startups, culminating in Bizzukaâs latest pivotâan AI coaching and consulting powerhouse. They cover how AI is reshaping business operations, what companies often ...
In this episode of Business Ninjas, Andrew chats with Farsheed Ferdowsi, Founder & Executive Chairman of Inova Payroll. With decades of experience in scaling business operations and payroll solutions, Farsheed shares how Inova is transforming the way companies handle payrollânot just as a back-office task, but as a critical function of business growth. From compliance and tax filings to direct deposits and custom pay cycles, In...
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