Business Story Of The Week

From Allergies to Innovation: How Cheri Turned a White Gravy Craving into a Dairy-Free Empire

What do you do when you're allergic to dairy, wheat, eggs, and peas—but still crave white gravy? If you're Cheri, you create a revolutionary shelf-stable, dairy-free product that’s changing lives across the country.

In this inspiring episode of Podcast Cola, we dive into the story of Cheri, founder of Cheri’s HazelCream and the voice behin...

In this powerful episode of Business Story of the Week, Shaahin Cheyene chats with Brian Smith, founder and CEO of Strategy Ladders, a company that helps B2B service businesses scale rapidly and sustainably. 

Brian shares his 17-year entrepreneurial journey filled with high growth, setbacks, and valuable lessons. From weathering the impact of COVID on his ventures to building a business that frees founders from the grind of sales, ...

In this dynamic episode of Business Story of the Week, Shaahin Cheyene talks with John Tillman — a seasoned entrepreneur who has built and sold multiple businesses across industries, from retail to tech. 

John shares his rollercoaster journey: how he faced near-bankruptcy, overcame fear, and found resilience to rise again. Hear about his current ventures — the uplifting feedback platform BeKinder and the visionary Entrepreneurial H...

In this inspiring episode of Business Story of the Week, Shaahin Cheyene sits down with Gloria Flora — a pioneering landscape architect, permaculturist, and founder of the US Biochar Initiative. Gloria shares her remarkable journey from leading roles in the US Forest Service to creating transformative nonprofit organizations that protect public lands and promote sustainability. 

Discover how she turned personal sacrifice into oppor...

In this episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Jeff Holman, founder of Intellectual Strategies, to explore how he's transforming the traditional legal model through Fractional Legal Services. Jeff shares how working alongside CEOs and CFOs taught him that most law firms don’t deliver what startups and small businesses truly need — and how he’s fixing that.

We dive into how his firm provides scalable, right-time leg...

In this episode of Business Story of the Week, host Shaahin Cheyene sits down with the dynamic and trailblazing Jackie Lapin, a true serial pioneer. From becoming one of the first female sports writers in America before age 22 to leading a top-tier sports PR agency and later pivoting into spiritual authorship and podcast marketing — Jackie has reinvented herself time and time again.

Now, she's on her most personal and passion-drive...

In this compelling episode of Business Story of the Week, Shaahin Cheyene sits down with Dr. Scott Dell—a seasoned entrepreneur, CPA, academic, and AI advocate who’s spent decades straddling both the traditional and the bleeding edge of business. From selling vacuum cleaners and cars to teaching students the power of success skills in the AI age, Dr. Dell’s journey is as diverse as it is inspiring.

He opens up about:

• Navigati...

In this powerful episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Rafael McMaster, founder of Indivisible Arts, a nonprofit that is changing the narrative around mental and emotional health through creativity and consciousness. Rafael shares the origin and evolution of Indivisible Arts, how his team uses art to teach youth fundamental life tools, and the upcoming launch of the Emerging Consciousness Broadcast Center—a revolu...

In this inspiring episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Cathy Fyock, The Business Book Strategist, to talk about why writing a book isn't just a dream—it's a bold strategy to grow your business, brand, and thought leadership. With over a decade of experience coaching professionals and thought leaders, Cathy shares her journey from corporate teams to solo entrepreneurship, the lessons she learned the hard way, and ...

What happens when a Harvard-trained mind scientist and a systems engineer with corporate battle scars team up? You get a revolution in how we understand people—and how businesses communicate with them. In this powerful episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Dr. Howard Moskowitz, a pioneer of mind genomics, and Tim Morford, tech visionary and business strategist. They reveal their decades-long journey creating AI-dr...

In this week's Business Story of the Week, meet Joe Kavanagh — a seasoned entrepreneur and real estate veteran with over 45 years of business experience. Joe opens up about his biggest wins, his most painful failures (including the 2008 crash that wiped out half his real estate empire), and how he turned his setbacks into fuel for launching a powerful coaching business. Now thriving as a mentor to entrepreneurs, Joe shares unfilter...

In this electrifying episode of Business Story of the Week, we sit down with Pete A. Turner — a former combat spy turned powerhouse podcaster and creative producer. Pete shares how his life in war zones prepared him for building high-impact creative projects — from documentaries to books, podcasts, and stage plays. He breaks down the real reasons most ideas fail, the art of creating momentum, and why perfection is the enemy of pr...

Discover the revolutionary Muse brain-sensing headband with Ariel Garten, founder of Muse, in this episode of "Business Story of the Week." Ariel shares how Muse is redefining meditation, sleep tracking, and brain health with its clinical-grade EEG technology.

🎧 Learn how Muse helps:

• Improve meditation with real-time brain activity feedback.
• Enhance sleep quality by 20% with accurate sleep tracking.
• Track heart rate variabili...

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into how a career in pharmacy led to a breakthrough in medical writing. Our guest shares her journey of overcoming burnout, discovering new passions, and finding balance in both personal and professional life. Learn how a quiet morning and self-reflection can fuel creativity and lead to extraordinary success. Whether you're pursuing a career change or balancing multiple roles, this conversati...

In this heart-wrenching and inspiring interview, we hear from a father who faced the unimaginable loss of his son. He shares his journey from despair to resilience, showing how he transformed grief into purpose. Through the creation of scholarships, he has found a way to honor his son's legacy and inspire others to keep moving forward, even in the darkest times. #shaahincheyene #joshlaurie #businessstoryoftheweek #howtoturntraged...

From humble beginnings to building an eight-figure business, this inspiring story dives into the lessons of discipline, desire, and faith. Kelly Roach shares how she overcame financial struggles, cultivated leadership, and made powerful sacrifices to build a legacy of success. Discover how discipline and a strong moral compass can create the foundation for lasting impact, no matter where you start. If you’re ready to unlock your ow...

In this profound interview, we explore the journey of rediscovering self-love and how it became the anchor to overcoming challenges. Samantha Santiago shares her powerful story of spiritual transformation, blending religion and metaphysics to find purpose, heal broken love, and create a new understanding of life and love. This conversation dives deep into how to heal from loss and grow into a higher self. #SelfDiscovery #HealingJo...

In this powerful interview, we explore the personal journey of overcoming shame and rising above adversity through advocacy against ableism. Learn how one person's story of triumph has inspired a global movement toward disability pride and justice. This heartfelt conversation reveals the daily struggles of living with a disability and how finding community can transform lives. #shaahincheyene #joshlaurie #businessstoryoftheweek #d...

In this inspiring interview, we dive deep into the transformative power of gratitude. Our guest shares how experiences, both good and bad, can be used to fuel personal growth and help others along their journey. From humble beginnings to creating a career centered around gratitude, this story shows how focusing on even the smallest things can lead to immense joy and success. Learn how to cultivate gratitude in your life, your busin...