Founder's Dinner

Founder's Dinner

Many believe that the true essence of entrepreneurship lies not in unblemished success, but in the rich learnings drawn from setbacks and challenges. 'Founder's Dinner, Stories of Entrepreneurial Wins, Losses, and Lessons,' hosted by Stas Balanevsky, invites you to delve into the captivating narratives of entrepreneurs, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped their journeys. This podcast is a must-listen for aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike, offering invaluable insights into the transformative power of resilience and adaptation.

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Ep 28: Navigating Challenges with Grit and Grace

November 26, 2024 • 28 mins
Tricia Marsherall embarked on her entrepreneurial journey in 2016 with the founding of Marsherall Partners, a consulting firm specializing in donor database management for nonprofit organizations. Drawing from her extensive experience in nonprofit fundraising operations, she transformed her passion for database work into a thriving business that now serves clients across multiple states and countries. Tricia's perspective on entrep...
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Ep 27: Collective Success: Sharing Knowledge and Experiences Among Entrepreneurs

November 12, 2024 • 26 mins
Dafne Tsakiris, an accomplished entrepreneur originally from Sweden, has carved out a unique path in the entrepreneurial world after launching her own venture, Launch Point, in Colorado. Her perspective on entrepreneurship is deeply rooted in the belief that success stems from unwavering confidence in one's vision and the relentless pursuit of problem-solving. Having transitioned from an au pair to a startup employee, and eventuall...
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Ep 26: Impact Investing: Making Money While Making a Difference

October 29, 2024 • 25 mins
Steven Coulton, co-founder of OnCore Golf alongside Bret Blakely, embarked on an entrepreneurial journey driven by his fervor for golf and the innovative promise of perimeter weighting technology in golf balls. Leaving behind a successful career at Deutsche Bank, Coulton embraced the challenges of entrepreneurship with a vision that combined both innovation and community support. Reflecting on this journey, he acknowledges the init...
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Ep 25: Trusting Your Instincts: The Key to Success

October 15, 2024 • 35 mins
Todd Pellow's entrepreneurial journey began in high school, fueled by ambitions of becoming the president of the United States and retiring by 40, and has since evolved into a rich tapestry of experiences and lessons. Guided by a seasoned business mentor, Todd's early ventures in the tech industry, including founding a small ISP in New York, laid the groundwork for his expertise in internet connectivity and business development. Re...
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Ep 24: Holistic Health Transformation for Client Empowerment

October 8, 2024 • 43 mins
Episode Summary: Dan Bajus’s entrepreneurial journey in physical therapy is deeply influenced by the ethos of hard work and leadership he inherited from his parents, who successfully ran their own millwork company. Beginning his career fresh out of college, Dan quickly ascended to a partnership role, where he championed financial transparency to address disparities in small practices. His strategic merger with a solo practitioner s...
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Ep 23: The Resilient Journey: Success Through the Immigrant Mindset

October 1, 2024 • 33 mins
Episode Summary: Lena Levine's entrepreneurial journey began when she moved to the United States in 2009, transitioning from a corporate web developer to founding her own software development agency, Forcoda, within just six months. Driven by her vision of becoming a CEO and armed with skills honed from her immigrant background, Lena applied her full stack engineering expertise to help companies build the right products for the rig...
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Ep 22: Transitioning: From Corporate to Entrepreneurial Innovations

September 24, 2024 • 37 mins
Episode Summary: Kim Marie McKernan is an accomplished entrepreneur who made a significant transition from a successful corporate career at renowned organizations like General Motors and Moog to founding her own business. With a robust educational foundation from Syracuse University and an MBA in marketing from the University of Buffalo, Kim's journey is marked by her strategic and adaptive approach to entrepreneurship. She emphasi...
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Ep 21: Collecting and Reflecting on Personal Wisdom Nuggets

September 17, 2024 • 35 mins
David Clar's entrepreneurial journey began with purchasing a printing company from his parents, which he managed for nearly a decade. Under his leadership, the company transitioned from offset to digital printing, becoming a pioneer in the Rochester area. Despite facing numerous financial challenges, David's resilience and commitment to innovation helped him navigate and ultimately overcome these obstacles. Reflecting on his experi...
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Ep 20: Impact-Driven Organizational Culture and Success Mindset

September 10, 2024 • 36 mins
Episode Summary: Nelson Tepfer, co-founder and CEO of Pro CFO Partners has over 15 years of experience in the entrepreneurial world that began with his transition from a full-time CFO to a part-time consultant. His journey, marked by a diverse portfolio spanning dozens of industries, revealed intrinsic challenges such as balancing development and delivery and navigating feast or famine cycles. These experiences underscored the nece...
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Ep 19: Smart Hiring: Aligning Core Values for Business Success

September 3, 2024 • 25 mins
Episode Summary: Abby Reinhard discovered her entrepreneurial spirit later in her career, sparked by a career assessment that identified her entrepreneurial traits. Initially uncertain about her capabilities, Abby took a leap of faith and bought a flooring business, embracing the journey despite her self-doubt and imposter syndrome. She emphasizes the importance of pushing through fear, advocating for action and bravery even in the...
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Ep 18: Zero Turnover Rates: The Power of Employee Engagement

August 27, 2024 • 43 mins
Episode Summary: Kristian Pettengil, a seasoned professional with over 25 years in sales and leadership roles at Baxter Healthcare, ventured into entrepreneurship out of frustration with the traditional lead generation market. Initially reluctant to see himself as an entrepreneur, Pettengil founded a public benefits corporation designed to support nonprofits and give back to the community. His "help first" approach underscores the ...
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Ep 17: The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Key Traits for Achieving Business Excellence

August 20, 2024 • 46 mins
URL: https://clarityops.co/   Episode Summary: Garrett Delph is an entrepreneurial enthusiast who has embarked on a journey marked by a strategic and thoughtful approach to business. Delph believes that building a successful business is like constructing a building; it requires time, effort, and a solid framework to ensure durability. He emphasizes the importance of having a supportive network, including a coach and a peer group, a...
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Ep 16: Support Systems and Faith: A Path of Growth

August 13, 2024 • 40 mins
Neil Twa's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the transformative power of risk-taking and adaptability. After leaving his corporate role at IBM in 2007, Neil leveraged his extensive experience in technology and management to build a successful consultancy by 2010. His transition from a structured corporate environment to entrepreneurship was driven by a quest for a more balanced life and a desire to push boundaries. Through ...
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Ep 15: Targeting Fivefold Agency Billings Growth Strategy

August 6, 2024 • 41 mins
Zach Schneider's entrepreneurial journey began at the young age of 19 after he failed to secure an internship, prompting him to found Schneider Digital, which specializes in website development and software solutions. Reflecting on his path, Zach sees entrepreneurship not as a fast track to wealth but as a series of rigorous learning experiences demanding dedication and focus. His story, highlighted on The Entrepreneurship Podcast,...
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Ep 14: Niche Targeting: The Art of Market Domination

July 30, 2024 • 30 mins
Seth Greene is an accomplished entrepreneur with a successful background in marketing and communication, recognized for his achievements and featured on the Ink List. Reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, Seth adopts a perspective of humility and gratitude, acknowledging the continuous evolution in business, marketing, and communication. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to new technologies and trends to help clients gr...
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Ep 13: The Power of Trusted Advisors in Entrepreneurship

July 23, 2024 • 28 mins
Episode Summary: Mike Davern, co-founder of the thriving digital marketing agency Incept, has a compelling entrepreneurial journey that began with selling pages from adult-oriented magazines he discovered on a trail as a child. His perspective on entrepreneurship is deeply rooted in a desire to help others, particularly parents with sick children, by connecting them with necessary resources and support. Having transitioned from cor...
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Ep 12: Compassionately Assertive: Standing Out in a Commoditized Market

July 16, 2024 • 27 mins
Episode Summary: Susan Duke’s entrepreneurial journey began in her mother's retail business, planting the seeds of her desire to own a business. Despite initially majoring in business administration, she found her true passion in English and history, eventually leading her to pursue a law degree. Her early legal career was fraught with challenges and a lack of mentorship, but she took a leap of faith to start her own law practice, ...
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Ep 11: Market Segmentation for Strategic Business Growth

July 9, 2024 • 28 mins
Rodney Reisdorf, the CEO and co-founder of Verivend, a fintech company based in Buffalo, has been a pivotal force in revolutionizing B2B payments with innovative solutions. With a background steeped in high-growth startups across various industries, Rodney has positioned Verivend as a trailblazer in the private capital space, likening it to a Venmo for private capital transactions. Under his leadership, the company is on the cusp o...
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Ep 10: Art as a Tool for Personal and Professional Growth

July 2, 2024 • 40 mins
Episode Summary: Katharine Earnhardt embarked on her entrepreneurial journey ten years ago, establishing a thriving business now operating in four cities with a dedicated team of eight women. A self-motivated problem solver, Katharine finds inspiration in the stories of entrepreneurs from diverse fields, which has profoundly influenced her innovative business model. She values being surrounded by motivated women and places immense ...
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Ep 09: Avoiding Financial Ruin: The Battle Against Excessive Medical Bills

June 25, 2024 • 20 mins
Episode Summary: Adria Goldman Gross, a distinguished expert in the health insurance industry, collaborates with the Expert Institute, where her extensive knowledge is highly valued. Surprised but grateful to be approached by the organization, Adria works closely with lawyers, providing deep insights and guidance on complex legal matters. Her extensive experience, including co-authoring the book "Apparently Different" and founding ...
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