The Shrimp Tank Podcast - The Best Entrepreneur Podcast In The Country

The Shrimp Tank Podcast - The Best Entrepreneur Podcast In The Country

Where can a young entrepreneur figure out how to turn their dreams into reality? Just take a step into the Shrimp Tank. The Shrimp Tank brings you interviews with some of the most successful business owners in the United States to learn the do’s and don’ts of starting and running a successful business. Then, the fun really starts when we bring in high school and college students to pitch their business ideas to the Shrimp Tank. We don’t fund any business, but we do teach kids how to turn their business ideas into a successful business.

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April 18, 2025 32 mins
Over 34 years ago, Gene Leyzarovich arrived in Pittsburgh as a refugee from Moscow, Russia, determined to build a better life. Just two years later—while finishing his education at the University of Pittsburgh and working night shifts at UPMC—he founded Advanced Computer & Network Corporation (AC&NC) to develop high-performance JetStor® storage systems.
Under Gene’s leadership, AC&NC (now JetStor) has been a leader in en...
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Altitude Water, based in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, manufactures Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) ranging from residential to military-grade machines that produce clean water anytime, anywhere. Founder and COO Jeff Szur began his AWG career in 2008, developing the first ozone purification machine in Trinidad before bringing his expertise to the U.S. With decades of experience, Jeff has supplied clean water to communities in Came...
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Rosie Streker, a 7-year ACL (American Cornhole League) Pro, is a highly decorated and respected woman in professional cornhole, with 6 National Women’s Championship titles, 3 World Women’s Championships, and multiple ACL Conference titles since 2016. 
 
A Palm Beach Gardens native, mom of 3 young children and retired PBC elementary school teacher, Rosie has competed on ESPN, CBS Sports, and NBC well over 30 times. Alongside her husba...
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Max Sherman is a dynamic entrepreneur and business leader. He is the CEO and founder of Ballz 4 Change Inc., a young business that achieved seven figures in its first year and continues to grow, landing him a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. This venture, achieved rapidly through strategic planning and execution, represents his most challenging and successful endeavor to date, with ongoing growth and expansion plans. A graduate...
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John Wallace is the Founder and CEO of HCM Unlocked, a tech-enabled Human Capital Management (HCM) consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations maximize the potential of their HCM technology — the systems companies use to manage their most important asset, people. Through expert consulting and Managed Services, HCM Unlocked delivers solutions that help their clients improve efficiency and growth by allowing them to keep their...
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Amanda Marino is the founder of Next Level Recovery Associates, a leading organization dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and reclaim their lives. As a recovery advocate and reality TV star featured on A&E’s Intervention and Digital Addiction, Amanda uses her platform to inspire and empower others on their journey to recovery. 
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Bringing more than 15 years of experience, Christina Kesaris-Tardi is a visionary in the beauty and wellness space. She is the founder and CEO of the luxury wellness brands eséna Facial Bar, eména spa and eséna skincare. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Kesaris-Tardi was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and is a first-generation Greek American. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to pursue her passion for business at Babson College....
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Lisa Johnson serves as the CEO for Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, which serves over 10,000 members in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties. She has worked in non-profit leadership for 33 years, working with the American Red Cross and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society before coming to Girl Scouts in 1996. She is the Immediate Past Chair for the Girl Scouts of Florida Association and s...
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Rand Taylor, CEO of Industrial Sustainability Group (ISG) dba The Fuel Ox®, an Asbury, New Jersey-based company that manufactures sustainable fuel additives and lubricants to help improve fuel efficiency, operating life and performance of industrial equipment while reducing maintenance costs, equipment downtime, emissions and pollutants.
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Thomas DeSernia is a Boca Raton native and Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur who built SA Fishing into a dominant direct-to-consumer outdoor brand. After scaling multiple e-commerce ventures, he now focuses on investing in and growing online businesses through SAMA Marketing Agency and DeSernia Capital.
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Dr. Bryan Deptula is a Leadership Author, Speaker, Consultant, Executive Advisor, and CEO of BKD Leaders (a strategic Leadership Development and Training company). His mission is to improve the life and leadership of all people. 
 
Dr. Deptula achieves his mission by delivering dynamic keynotes, engaging workshops, and life-changing retreats. His leadership development programs build Leader Identity and Brand, Leader Intelligence, an...
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In the Spring of 2014, Nancy Harvey, M.Ed, made the difficult decision to resign from her position as a traditional 4th-grade teacher. She was convinced that there had to be a better way to teach, especially for those students who learned differently. After much research the answer presented itself; The Harvey Homeschool.
At this tutoring center, she was able to create a concierge approach to teaching by devising individual educatio...
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A World of Wipes (AWOW), headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, with production facilities in Israel, has been a global leader in the wet wipe industry for over 34 years. Founded by Avi Tansman, AWOW is renowned for its groundbreaking innovations, including eco-friendly and plant-based products that serve a wide range of markets—from healthcare and beauty to family, pets, and fitness.
Avi pioneered the development of adult incontinence wi...
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We’re thrilled to welcome Richelle Peña, a powerhouse in healthcare, entrepreneurship, and media! 👏
✨ Who is Richelle Peña?
Pharmacist & Serial Entrepreneur 💊
Author of The Power Couple 📚
Co-founder of American Pediatric Dental Group (scaled to 7 locations with 130+ team members before an 8-figure exit!) 🚀
Media Contributor featured on GMA, NBC, Fox News, and more! 🎥
Co-host of Startups in Stilettos podcast 🎧
Founder of HealthBi...
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We're thrilled to feature Doug Mosley, the driving force behind the Boca Raton Bowl and a seasoned leader in sports, media, and community impact. From helping launch one of ESPN's marquee college football events to serving as a pillar in Palm Beach County through his board leadership, Doug's journey is nothing short of inspiring. 🙌
📍 Catch us live as we dive into Doug’s story:
✅ 11 years of the Boca Raton Bowl success with 38M+ hou...
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Dylan Lang is a New York native, living in Florida for the past 10 years. Currently residing in Boca Raton with his wife Danielle. 
A Franchise owner and Publisher of Stroll Magazine, Dylan is recognized by his peers as an expert in his field. 
 
He takes great pride in the many opportunities he’s had to collaborate with local universities, hospital foundations and a variety of charities by way of his two well received publications, S...
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Join us on The Shrimp Tank Podcast as we welcome the incredible Amanda Vance, Founder of Amandawins—one of America’s top sports handicapping services! 🏈⚾️🏀
From Miami Dolphins Cheerleader to industry trailblazer, Amanda has redefined the game in a male-dominated space, amassing 1.1M+ followers and teaching others how to profit from sports betting. 💪🎉
🎙️ Don’t miss her inspiring journey, insights into sports betting success, and ...
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We’re thrilled to welcome Alícia Boateng, an inspiring entrepreneur, trailblazer, and advocate for women in leadership. 🌟 Alicia has turned challenges into opportunities, building a thriving business while empowering others to pursue impactful leadership roles. 🌍 From being featured on Forbes, TODAY Show, ABC’s The View, and more, to being honored as a 2024 100 Women to KNOW in America, Alícia’s journey is nothing short of extrao...
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Dr. Ricci is the Director of the globally top-ranked Hospitality and Tourism Management program at Florida Atlantic University (FAU). With an impressive 35+ year career in the hospitality industry, over 60 published articles, and numerous certifications in marketing, sales, and operations, he’s a true industry leader! 🏆📚
As a proud Distinguished Alumnus of UF and holder of a doctorate from UCF, Dr. Ricci’s achievements include bei...
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November 14, 2024 46 mins
Join us for an exciting episode of The Shrimp Tank podcast featuring Keith Costello, President & CEO of Locality Bank—a trailblazing, digital-first community bank headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 🏦✨
Keith's impressive journey spans leadership roles at First GREEN Bank, Broward Bank of Commerce, and more, along with a distinguished career that began as a U.S. Army Captain. With deep roots in both finance and community servi...
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