Exponential Growth with David Olivencia

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Slisher, CEO of OnSite Partners, to explore the forces shaping the future of AI and energy. From the explosive demand for data centers to the chips that fuel them, Scott shares insider perspectives on how deregulated power markets, renewables, and energy storage intersect with next-generation technologies.

We dive into:

-The energy demands of AI and data centers
- Trends in renewables and di...

🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast
Episode: Breaking Barriers in Venture Capital with Samara Mejía Hernández

Samara Mejía Hernández’s journey to becoming one of the most influential Latinas in venture capital wasn’t paved with privilege or insider networks; it was built with resilience, vision, and relentless determination.

From growing up in a community where venture capital wasn’t even on the radar, to earning her degree at the Un...

🎙️ Exponential Growth: Unveiling the Hidden Threads of Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Empire

From electric cars to rockets, satellites to AI, Elon Musk’s influence stretches across industries worth trillions. But how do all these seemingly separate ventures connect?

In this episode, I sit down with Alejandro Mainetto to explore the hidden threads of Musk’s empire

Alejandro brings sharp insights on strategy, innovation, and the compoundi...

In this episode of Exponential Growth with David Olivencia, I sit down with David Mullings, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Blue Mahoe Capital (NASDAQ: IRIE), to explore the intersection of business trends, leadership, and the future of Caribbean investments.

David shares his journey from Jamaica to Florida, and how Blue Mahoe Capital is reshaping access to real estate, equity, and private credit across the Caribbean.

We discuss:

• Wh...

In this episode, we sit down with Lupe Rodríguez, Chief Investment Officer for a distinguished family office, seasoned businesswoman, person of faith, and author. With decades of experience at the highest levels of business and finance, Lupe shares her insights on wealth generation, leadership, and making values-driven decisions in a complex world.

Beyond her role as CIO, Lupe is deeply committed to philanthropy, supporting initiati...

In this episode, I sit down with Emma Rodriguez-Ayala, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel, and Board Secretary at Ariel Investments, to explore the intersection of impact investing, leadership, and the rapid rise of women’s sports.

Emma shares insights from her two decades in investment management, her work alongside Mellody Hobson and Jason Wright on Project Level, a groundbreaking initiative designed to level the playin...

In this episode of Exponential Growth, I sit down with Elliott Segarra, Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry and former Managing Director at Accenture, to explore the evolving intersection of supply chains, AI, and leadership.

With over two decades of experience helping global organizations transform operations, Elliott shares how today’s leaders can translate the art of the possible into the art of the practical. We dive into:

– How ...

What happens when cutting-edge tech meets deep boardroom wisdom?

In this episode, we sit down with Maria Wynne, a powerhouse leader who has shaped industries across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, from Microsoft and Xerox to the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago and the Goodman Theatre.

Maria brings a rare blend of C-suite experience, technology insight, and corporate governance expertise. We dive into:

• How she’s drivi...

In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of tech, wealth, innovation, and purpose with Rodrigo Garcia, an accomplished C-level investment executive and thought leader in sustainable finance and impact investing.

Rodrigo has led billion-dollar investment platforms, driven top-quartile VC/PE returns, and pioneered sustainable investing frameworks that are transforming how capital fuels growth. From his work crafting Illinoi...

In this episode, we spotlight the incredible journey of Manny Favela, an accomplished finance executive, former McDonald’s Latin America CFO, and co-founder of Burrito Parrilla Mexicana. Manny brings decades of leadership across corporate finance, technology, real estate, and franchising to his work building a fast-casual restaurant brand grounded in community, quality, and purpose.

This conversation provides a high-level ...

In this powerful episode of Exponential Growth, I sit down with Alejandro Mainetto, visionary CIO/CTO, GenAI expert, angel investor, and board leader, to explore the exponential forces shaping our world. Alejandro shares wisdom from two decades of transforming organizations through cutting-edge technology, innovation strategy, and AI deployment.

We go deep on:

How leaders can thrive during digital disruption
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🎙️ Exponential Growth | Episode with Lili Gil Valletta
Topic: Media, Investments & Technology Through a Cultural Intelligence® Lens

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lili Gil Valletta, a trailblazing entrepreneur, board director, media commentator, and Cultural Intelligence® expert.

From arriving in the U.S. at 17 without speaking English to co-founding two global firms—CIEN+ and Human Dot Plus—Lili has redefined wh...

🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast | Episode with Kevin Klenk

In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Klenk, a seasoned technology leader whose career has spanned Ford, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and now The Aerospace Corporation. We explore how cutting-edge tech is powering everything from deep space missions to national defense, and what that means for our digital future.

If you're passionate about exponential te...

Welcome to the Exponential Growth Podcast! In this session recap, we cover the key takeaways from our episodes that are packed with insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for growth-minded individuals and entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re building a business, scaling your personal brand, or simply looking to grow, this recap gives you a quick, powerful dose of motivation and clarity.

👉 Don’t forget to subscr...

Leadership, Quantum Computing, and Investing with Gregory Hedges

In this engaging episode, we dive into a compelling conversation with Gregory Hedges, a visionary at the crossroads of cutting-edge technology, strategic leadership, and investing. From leading high-performing teams to exploring the frontiers of quantum computing, Gregory shares how emerging tech is reshaping industries and influencing tomorrow’s investment decisions.

W...

🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast with David Olvenia

Guest: Dr. Alejandro Badia – Orthopedic Surgeon, Founder of OrthoNOW, Author, Healthcare Advocate

In this engaging and insightful episode, host David Olivencia sits down with Dr. Alejandro Badia, a leading orthopedic hand and upper limb surgeon and the founder of OrthoNOW, to explore the future of healthcare, innovation, and systemic reform.

What You’ll Learn:

• Dr. Badia’...

“Amplifiers of Growth: Leadership, AI, and Investing with Fernando Rosario”

In this high-energy episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David reconnects with longtime friend and leadership expert Fernando Rosario. From Puerto Rico to Purdue, Fortune 500 boardrooms to adrenaline sports, Fernando shares his fascinating career journey and hard-earned insights on exponential leadership.

Together, they explore:

• The evolving rol...

Innovation in Technology and Leadership
The episode features Jesús Mantas, former IBM executive, who shares insights from his extensive career. He emphasizes how foundational technologies like the internet and cloud computing revolutionized industries, paving the way for current innovations in AI

⚙️ Cloud and AI Transformation

 Mantas discusses how tasks that once took weeks can now be completed in seconds due to cloud advanceme...

In this special bonus episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David Olivenia sits down with Ruben Garcia, CEO of Certiverse, a groundbreaking platform transforming the certification industry. From raising $17 million to achieving 400% growth, Ruben reveals the innovative tech and business strategies powering their journey. Hear how Certiverse disrupts costly, outdated models with AI-driven, scalable solutions, enabling orga...