Disrupt & Innovate

Disrupt & Innovate

Are you a business owner who’s falling behind the competition, feeling anxious about unforeseeable disruptions, or having trouble hiring and keeping the best employees? If so, Disrupt & Innovate podcast is tailored to you. We believe in disruptive leadership as a conscious choice to challenge the status quo for a better future. Our goal is not to stir things up for the sake of it, though we do find it exhilarating. Rather, we want to inspire positive changes in your business, your personal life, and the world at large. Join us on this journey to turn your big dreams into reality.

Episodes

November 11, 2025 22 mins
Lisa L. Levy interviews Brett Swarts, best-selling author of "Building a Capital Gains Tax Exit Plan" and a leading expert on capital gains tax strategies. He has been featured on major platforms like Fox Business Network and has closed over $500 million in Deferred Sales Trusts, Delaware Statutory Trusts, and 1031 Exchanges, including strategies for Bitcoin owners. In this insightful conversation, Brett discusses the historic wea...
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Lisa L. Levy interviews Dani Dufresne, founder of The Auxiliary Co. (The Aux Co.), a consulting and creative operations powerhouse known for executing high-stakes campaigns flawlessly. Dani has revolutionized creative production by eliminating red tape, building elite teams, stretching budgets, and preventing campaign disasters. In this engaging conversation, she shares her journey as a creative producer and entrepreneur, highligh...
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Lisa L. Levy interviews Dr. Karen Jacobson, a high-performance strategist, military veteran, and founder of the Aligned Leadership Academy. Karen combines precision, resilience, and energy to help leaders enhance human capital, foster cohesive teams, and cultivate trust in organizational cultures. In this conversation, she shares her journey of overcoming challenges, emphasizes the need for adaptability in change, and highlights t...
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October 21, 2025 22 mins
Lisa L. Levy speaks with Deanne Earle — project interventionist, change agent, and creator of the Genius Model — about the art of delivering certainty in technology transformation and large-scale project management. With years of hands-on experience rescuing troubled initiatives, Deanne shares how she interrupts ineffective processes, rebuilds trust, and drives real business impact. She emphasizes the importance of clarity, purpos...
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Lisa L. Levy interviews Josh Elledge, an entrepreneur, U.S. Navy veteran, and expert in authority building and client attraction. As the founder of SavingsAngel.com, Josh grew it into a 7-figure business with over 2,500 media appearances without paid ads. Now, as CEO of UpMyInfluence, he helps leaders generate reliable revenue through trust-building and strategic visibility. He also hosts The Thoughtful Entrepreneur podcast, feat...
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Lisa L. Levy speaks with Dilip Dubey — a pioneering force in Artificial Intelligence, multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Sutra.AI and Inventrepreneur.me. With over 100 successful AI-driven business transformations across industries like healthcare, aviation, SaaS, education, manufacturing, and social impact, Dilip brings nearly three decades of proven results in scaling businesses intelligently. Together, we dive in...
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September 30, 2025 22 mins
Lisa L. Levy sits down with Mahesh Thakur to explore the transformative power of AI in today’s business landscape. Mahesh shares why AI is not just a tool, but a true partner in workflows, and how a cultural shift is essential for successful AI adoption. Discover the common roadblocks organizations face—like why 90% of AI pilots fail due to cultural issues—and learn actionable strategies to overcome them. Mahesh emphasizes the imp...
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September 23, 2025 22 mins
Lisa L. Levy had a conversation with Elena Levy, the Director of Product at Voyantis, about the transformative impact of AI and predictive analytics on user acquisition and business growth. Elena emphasized the importance of understanding customer needs and discussed the challenges organizations face in adopting AI technologies. Their discussion also addressed the growing emphasis on privacy in data handling and the changing landsc...
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September 16, 2025 22 mins
Lisa L. Levy had an engaging conversation with Brittany Hansen, a tech entrepreneur and co-founder of a successful SaaS company, discussing the challenges of communication in the digital age, the importance of truth in business, and the cultural sensitivities required for global operations. She shares insights into her innovative communication platform designed to enhance consumer engagement and her entrepreneurial journey of boots...
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Lisa L. Levy speaks with innovation expert Doug Hall about proactive problem-solving and its role in enhancing employee engagement and organizational culture. Doug emphasizes empowering employees to identify and resolve issues, thereby fostering continuous improvement. He discusses the importance of standard operating procedures in driving innovation and efficiency, and the need for leadership to create an environment where employe...
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Lisa L. Levy in conversation with Francie Jain, founder and CEO of Terawatt, as they explore how coaching is reshaping modern workplaces. Learn how Terawatt’s B2B coaching marketplace is driving down employee turnover, building psychologically safe environments, and empowering both organizations and individuals. From healthcare case studies to startup challenges, Francie shares the journey of creating a platform that prioritizes fa...
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Lisa L. Levy is joined by Dr. John Hillen — a renowned strategist, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, CEO, and professor — to demystify what it really means to think and act strategically. Dr. Hillen shares insights from his latest book The Strategy Dialogues, discussing the core components of a winning strategy, the importance of optimism in leadership, and how to turn problems into future opportunities. From corporate boar...
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Lisa L. Levy sits down with Meeky Hwang, CEO of Ndevr, a leading force in digital media technology. With over two decades of experience powering major brands like Bloomberg, Hearst, and Forbes, Meeky shares how her agency builds robust enterprise platforms using WordPress. She dives into the 3E Framework—audience, editor, and developer experience—offering insights into platform resilience, real-world project challenges, and her jo...
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Lisa L. Levy speaks with Larry Mandelberg, a fifth-generation business leader, consultant, and author of "Businesses Don't Fail, They Commit Suicide." Larry shares insights from over 23 years of research into why businesses collapse from within—not due to external threats. Learn the secrets behind multi-generational family business success, the importance of clarity of purpose, and how organizations evolve through youth, adolescenc...
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Lisa L. Levy speaks with Brandon Barnum — CEO of HOA.com and widely known as the "King of Referrals." Together, they explore how AI and referrals are transforming local communities, the future of homeowner associations, and how real estate professionals can lead the way in building trust, connection, and profitable networks. Discover how HOA.com is turning neighborhoods into tight-knit communities with technology, events, and heart...
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Lisa L. Levy sits down with Cathy Baillargeon, founder of Virtual Cathy and self-titled "Chief Cathy Officer." Cathy shares her journey from corporate consultant to virtual assistant entrepreneur and dives deep into the importance of delegation, remote support, and building strong company culture—even in a fully remote environment. Cathy opens up about the emotional challenges business owners face when outsourcing tasks, including ...
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Chris Hood, an expert in customer experience strategy, discusses how AI is reshaping the way businesses approach customer service and engagement. With over 35 years of experience, Chris shares real-world examples from brands like Discover Card and Taco Bell to highlight the importance of maintaining human-to-human connections in an increasingly digital world. He also explains why traditional customer journey mapping is outdated and...
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Lisa L. Levy interviews Deirdre Tshien, the co-founder and CEO of Capsho, an AI-powered podcast copywriter platform. Deirdre shares her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of building businesses across multiple industries, and how Capsho is helping podcasters amplify their voices efficiently. Learn why content repurposing, when done mindlessly, can be counterproductive, and how AI can help create intentional content that connec...
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Mike Straza, a fractional CFO and COO, discusses his approach to helping businesses overcome operational challenges and achieve growth. With a focus on a 90-day engagement process, Mike emphasizes the importance of understanding a company's current state, identifying pain points, and implementing actionable solutions. He shares insights on the significance of experience in consulting, the necessity of leadership willingness to chan...
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Lisa L. Levy speaks with Leanne Linsky, a comedian turned entrepreneur, about her journey from the corporate world to founding Plauzzable, an innovative online comedy platform. They discuss the importance of education in entrepreneurship, the unique features of Plauzzable that empower comedians, and how the platform is reshaping the comedy landscape by making it more accessible and profitable for performers. Leanne shares insight...
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