CEO.com | Dispatches from the frontiers of leadership

CEO.com | Dispatches from the frontiers of leadership

CEO.com features full-length interviews with the world’s most prominent CEOs and leaders. The show addresses a variety of topics, including current events, leadership, economics, entrepreneurship, and philosophies on life itself. In addition to the full-length interviews, CEO Notebook is your backstage pass to the minds of the world’s most influential leaders, trailblazing entrepreneurs, and renowned experts. Each episode distills powerful moments and practical insights from exclusive CEO.com interviews — conversations you won’t find anywhere else. More than just sound bites, CEO Notebook delves into the strategies, life lessons, and leadership philosophies that drive top performers. Whether you’re scaling a startup, leading a team, or simply eager to grow, this show provides the kind of wisdom that transforms careers and companies. Expect actionable advice, untold stories, and the type of clarity that only comes from those who have been in the arena. This is your dose of perspective, performance, and personal growth — straight from the source.

Episodes

Octopus Energy US CEO Nick Chaset

September 16, 2025 • 19 mins
In this episode, the CEO of Octopus Energy US, Nick Chaset, shares his bold vision for the future of energy—one built on manufacturing, not extraction. From navigating the rapid growth of electricity demand driven by AI, to leveraging smart tech and AI for better customer service, he breaks down how Octopus is revolutionizing renewable energy in the U.S. With insights from his time advising the California Public Utilities Commissio...
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GoAERO Founder & CEO Gwen Lighter

September 11, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Gwen Lighter, the CEO and founder of GoAERO, a groundbreaking global emergency response competition supported by industry giants like RTX, NASA, Boeing, and Honeywell. Gwen shares her inspiring journey from a personal emergency to leading a multi-million-dollar initiative aimed at revolutionizing emergency response through innovative aviation technology.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Gw...
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Landing Founder & CEO Bill Smith

September 9, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of the CEO Podcast, we sit down with Bill Smith, the founder and CEO of Landing, the leading network for flexible lease apartments. Bill shares his incredible journey from growing up in an entrepreneurial family to dropping out of high school at 16, starting multiple businesses, and eventually founding Landing.

Bill discusses the challenges and triumphs he faced while building his companies, including the pivotal mom...
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TIGER 21 President & CEO Tim Daniels

September 4, 2025 • 33 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with the President and CEO of TIGER 21, a premier peer membership organization for high-net-worth individuals. Discover the fascinating story behind TIGER 21, its mission, and the unique community it fosters. Our guest shares his personal journey, from his early career in leveraged buyouts to leading global education companies, and ultimately, to his current role at TIGER 21.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro...
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Mindgrub Technologies Founder & CEO Todd Marks

September 2, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Todd Marks, the founder, president, and CEO of Mindgrub Technologies. Todd shares his journey from a high school math teacher to leading a digital innovation agency that has worked with major brands like Wendy's, Geico, and Yamaha.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - What is Mindgrub Technologies?
00:54 - Industry Outlook
02:08 - AI Agents and Automation
04:09 - Working with Startups
06:01 - Star...
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FullStory Founder & CEO Scott Voigt

August 28, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Scott Voigt, the co-founder and CEO of Fullstory, a leading behavioral intelligence platform. Scott shares the fascinating journey of how Fullstory was founded, the innovative approach they took to capture and structure data, and how they help over 3000 customers worldwide improve their digital experiences.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:17 - What is FullStory?
1:15 - Founding FullStory
4:09 - Pr...
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Smartling CEO Bryan Murphy

August 26, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Bryan Murphy, the CEO of Smartling, to discuss the transformative power of AI in the translation and localization industry. With a rich background that includes a successful tenure at eBay, Bryan shares his journey to leading Smartling, an AI-driven translation platform that's revolutionizing the $50 billion translation market.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Bryan’s journey to...
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The Designers Group Founder & CEO Blima Ehrentreu

August 7, 2025 • 26 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Blima Ehrentreu, the inspiring founder and CEO of The Designers Group. Blima shares her incredible journey from a childhood fascination with construction to leading a world-renowned interior design firm. Discover how The Designers Group, with offices in Toronto, New York, and Miami, is transforming spaces across North America with a mission-driven approach to design.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduct...
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april Co-Founder & CEO Ben Borodach

August 5, 2025 • 26 mins
In this episode of the CEO.com podcast, Clint Betts sits down with Ben Borodach, the co-founder and CEO of april, the first AI-powered embedded tax platform. Ben shares his journey from an NYU student to a successful entrepreneur, his insights on integrating AI into the tax industry, and the challenges and triumphs of building a groundbreaking company.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - The Need for AI in Taxes
00:39 - Embedding ...
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The Digital Dept. Co-CEO Sarah Boyd

July 31, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Boyd, the Co-CEO of The Digital Dept., to discuss her incredible journey from fashion PR to leading a top influencer marketing agency. Sarah shares her experiences, the evolution of her career, and the strategic acquisitions that shaped The Digital Dept. into what it is today.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:15 - Sarah's career journey and becoming CEO
00:59 - The formation of The Digital Dep...
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Aceable Founder & CEO Blake Garrett

July 29, 2025 • 21 mins
In this episode of the CEO Podcast, Clint we sits down with Blake Garrett, the founder and CEO of Aceable, a company dedicated to transforming mandatory education into engaging, mobile, and gamified experiences. Blake shares his journey from management consulting to raising $115 million and building a profitable, impactful business.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:14 - What is Aceable?
01:31 - Blake's Entrepreneurial Jo...
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Bloomfire CEO Philip Brittan

July 22, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Philip Brittan, the CEO of Bloomfire, to discuss his impressive career journey and the innovative work being done at Bloomfire in the knowledge management and enterprise search space. From his early days at Google to leading Crux Informatics and now Bloomfire, Philip shares his insights on the evolving landscape of AI, the importance of enterprise intelligence, and the future of technology in b...
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Fundbox CEO Prashant Fuloria

July 17, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode of the CEO.com Podcast, Clint engages in a riveting conversation with Prashant Fuloria, the CEO of Funbox. Prashant shares his incredible journey from being an early product manager at Google to leading Funbox, a capital platform dedicated to empowering small businesses.

Timestamps:
00:07 - Introduction and Career Overview
00:32 - Early Career at Google
01:14 - Transition to Facebook and Flurry
01:35 - Joining Fundbox
01:...
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Vidyard Co-Founder & CEO Michael Litt

July 15, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Michael Litt, the co-founder and CEO of Vidyard, a leading video platform for businesses. Michael shares his incredible journey from being a Systems Design Engineering student at the University of Waterloo to building a successful tech company that has been thriving for over a decade.

Timestamps:
00:06 - Introduction and Background
00:23 - University of Waterloo Experience
01:06 - Early Work Experi...
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NewForm Co-Founder & CEO Hamza Alsamraee

July 10, 2025 • 27 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Hamza Alsmaraee, an extraordinary young entrepreneur who has already achieved more than most do in a lifetime. At just 22, he's a published author, a Stanford undergrad, and the Co-founder and CEO of NewForm. Join us as we dive deep into his journey from writing a calculus book at 16 to building a multimillion-dollar business while still in college.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Hamza's Backgr...
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Ansel Health Founder & CEO Veer Gidwaney

July 8, 2025 • 20 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Veer Gidwaney, the founder and CEO of Ansel Health, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the mission behind Ansel Health. Veer shares insights into the challenges of the U.S. healthcare system, the importance of supplemental health insurance, and how his company aims to alleviate the financial burden of health distress.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Veer's Background and Entrepren...
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Blaize Co-Founder & CEO Dinakar Munagala

July 1, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Dinakar Munagala, the co-founder and CEO of Blaize, a pioneering company in the realm of physical world AI. Blaize is revolutionizing industries such as agriculture, healthcare, smart cities, and defense with their novel chip processor architecture and software solutions.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Dinakar's background and Blaize's mission
01:02 - The rise of AI and its impact on various ...
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7thonline CEO Max Ma

June 26, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Max Ma, the founder and CEO of 7thOnline, a company revolutionizing the retail industry with cutting-edge AI solutions. Max shares his incredible journey from identifying inefficiencies in the retail supply chain to building a global enterprise that partners with top brands like Birkenstock, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Patagonia.

Timestamps:
00:06 - Introduction and Background
00:21 - Founding 7...
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Solutions by Text CEO Dave Baxter

June 24, 2025 • 23 mins
In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of Solutions by Text, Dave Baxter,  to hear his incredible journey — from turning down a board seat to leading one of the most innovative companies in fintech.

Dave shares how he scaled a small, founder-led family business into a fintech powerhouse by combining mobile messaging, AI, and compliance-driven solutions for the financial industry. We dive into his leadership lessons, the lonely re...
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Edible Brands CEO Somia Farid Silber

June 19, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Somia Farid Silber. They dive into the incredible journey of how a young girl dipping strawberries in her family's store grew up to become the CEO of one of the most recognizable gifting brands in the world — Edible Arrangements.

She shares how she’s leading the next chapter of the company, from expanding into new wellness markets with Edibles.com to innovating the in-store experience with Edibl...
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