Best Steve Herr Podcasts (2025)

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Build Before You Raise with Krish Chopra, NPHub 40:23

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3d ago40:23

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What happens when an entrepreneur leaves corporate America to tackle a critical healthcare gap? On this episode of Electrifying Growth, Chris Sugden connects with Krish Chopra, founder and CEO of NPHub, to discuss his 10-year journey from bootstrapping the company to securing a $20 million growth investment. Krish shares how his unique path from co…

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Investing in AI-Powered Automation with Kevin Herr, KnowledgeLake 34:24

17d ago34:24

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What shifts when a CFO becomes CEO of an enterprise SaaS company focused on automation and AI? On this episode of Electrifying Growth, Chris Sugden sits down with Kevin Herr, CEO of KnowledgeLake, following Edison Partners' recent $65 million investment. Kevin shares how his journey from founder to financial leader to chief executive is shaping the…

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Healthy Urgency Starts with the CEO 8:07

1M ago8:07

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Is your company scaling or just sprinting? Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, explains the concept of "healthy urgency" and why it's a defining trait in high-growth leadership. In this episode, he reflects on lessons from Edison's recent CEO Summit and outlines how urgency can either drive disciplined execution or spiral into chaos …

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Re-release: Even Tiger Had a Coach with Steve Schloss 27:53

2M ago27:53

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This re-release of Electrifying Growth features host Chris Sugden from Edison Partners in a conversation with Steve Schloss, Founder of ListenForward & Edison Operating Partner. Steve's unique career path spans Fortune 500s, startups, and nonprofits, all unified by a core focus: how leaders show up and build teams that scale. With experience at Cit…

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Preparing for a Transaction 13:05

2M ago13:05

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Thinking about bringing in a private equity partner? Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, zooms in on the critical decisions founders face when considering a private equity deal. In this episode, he highlights the importance of building relationships with investors, understanding the difference between growth equity and traditional pr…

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You're Never Wrong, You're Just Late with Mitch Caplan, Yieldstreet 50:54

2M ago50:54

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What does it really take to lead through uncertain times while growing with focus and vision? On this episode of Electrifying Growth, Chris Sugden is joined by Mitch Caplan, a fintech pioneer whose career includes CEO roles at E-Trade and Jefferson National, as well as leadership at Telebank and Yieldstreet. With three decades of financial services…

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Before You Sign: What PE Sees that Founders Miss 22:20

3M ago22:20

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Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, shares what really happens when a founder sells to private equity. Drawing on over 20 years of experience and Edison's approach to backing scale-ready leaders, he walks through what signals a founder is fit to stay in the CEO seat – and what doesn't. This episode maps the most common red flags inve…

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The Power of Influence Over Authority with Ray Lane, GreatPoint Ventures 51:59

3M ago51:59

51:59

Ever wonder what separates a good leader from a great one, especially when it comes to scaling companies with purpose and people in mind? In this episode of Electrifying Growth, Chris Sugden sits down with Ray Lane, former President and COO of Oracle, longtime board member at Carnegie Mellon, and a partner at venture firm GreatPoint Ventures. With …

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The Shift From 'Growth At All Costs' To Profit 9:48

4M ago9:48

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Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, discusses the mindset shift from growth at all costs to profitable expansion. Drawing from real-time boardroom conversations and Edison's Growth Index data, Chris explains how founders are navigating the new cost of capital and adjusting strategies to stay in control. From pricing models to retenti…

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A Vision for Economic Empowerment in America with John Hope Bryant, Operation Hope 48:14

4M ago48:14

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John Hope Bryant, Chairman, and CEO of Operation Hope, brings a powerful vision to Electrifying Growth, shaped by years of championing financial literacy and economic inclusion in America. Recognized by leaders across the nation, John understands the challenges at both the grassroots and boardroom levels that influence opportunity. The conversation…

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Pricing Smarter For Higher Valuations 12:03

5M ago12:03

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Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, shares a clear message for growth-stage CEOs in 2025: focus on what you can control, and build for durability. In this solo episode, Chris breaks down insights from Edison's annual meeting and latest Growth Index report to explain why sustainable, cash-efficient businesses are outperforming those c…

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Why a Focused Strategy Outperforms Early Capital with Cam Doody, Brickyard 41:46

5M ago41:46

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Cam Doody, co-founder of Brickyard, has built his career by focusing on grit and strategic thinking. His path began with Bellhop, a service that redefined moving, and later evolved into Brickyard, a venture studio dedicated to supporting real builders. Brickyard's model stands apart from most early-stage firms, emphasizing focus, commitment, and th…

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The Brand Called YOU—Founder Edition with Chris Sugden, Edison Partners 17:32

6M ago17:32

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Personal brand building isn't just for influencers. It's a reality every founder faces, whether they like it or not. In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, unpacks the relationship between personal branding and company growth. Chris explores what it really means for founders to have a "brand," how it can either support …

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Becoming a Category Leader by Staying the Course with Dee Choubey, MoneyLion 36:30

6M ago36:30

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Dee Choubey, Founder and CEO of MoneyLion, has spent the last 12 years building one of fintech's most recognizable platforms. But his path wasn't linear. It was shaped by market shifts, strategic pivots, and a deep commitment to using technology to empower everyday consumers. What started as a fintech lender became a multi-product platform, offerin…

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Are You Raising Money to Spend or to Invest? 15:07

7M ago15:07

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Raising capital isn't always the win it seems. In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, challenges the belief that funding fuels innovation. He explores how too much capital can create inefficiencies, dilute focus, and lead to valuation-driven decision-making that hurts more than it helps. Chris shares insights from decad…

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The Power of Mentorship, Risk-Taking, and Resilience with Amy Kadomatsu 32:56

7M ago32:56

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This re-release of Electrifying Growth brings back an essential conversation with host (at) Chris Sugden from Edison Partners and (at) Amy Kadomatsu, Former CEO and Board Member of Comply, a leader in regulatory technology (RegTech) helping firms navigate compliance with confidence. Amy's career journey is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, a…

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What (Almost) Every CEO Gets Wrong About Boards with Chris Sugden, Edison Partners 27:34

8M ago27:34

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A well-structured board can be a game-changer for CEOs, but too often, it's an underutilized resource. In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, challenges the conventional thinking around boards and shares how CEOs can turn them into a strategic advantage. Chris breaks down why independent directors often provide more val…

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Balancing Mission, Impact, and Commercial Success with Steven Raucher, RapidDeploy 37:56

8M ago37:56

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Steven Raucher, CEO and Founder of RapidDeploy, knows what it takes to build, scale, and successfully exit a company. But his journey wasn't just about financial success, it was about impact, resilience, and staying true to the mission. 8 years ago, Steven set out to transform public safety technology, determined to make emergency response faster a…

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Fixing What's Broken and Building What's Next with Lorne Brown, Lenora Health 47:55

9M ago47:55

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Lorne Brown, Edison Director Network Member and Founder of Lenora Health, has built and sold companies, created markets, and now he's tackling one of the biggest problems in the U.S.—corporate healthcare. A longtime entrepreneur, Lorne founded Operative, a leading digital advertising platform, before selling it to private equity and launching Front…

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Re-release: Embracing Innovation and Doing Good with Megan Glover, 120Water 32:26

9M ago32:26

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This re-release of Electrifying Growth brings back an essential conversation with host Chris Sugden from Edison Partners and Megan Glover, co-founder and CEO of 120Water, a trailblazing platform tackling water quality and compliance issues across the U.S. Originally launched in 2016, 120Water started with a simple idea: direct-to-consumer water tes…

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Balancing Growth and Profitability with Chris Sugden, Edison Partners 22:18

9M ago22:18

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2025 is here, and with it comes a mix of cautious optimism and strategic challenges for entrepreneurs and business leaders. In this solo episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, dives into his perspectives on the evolving business landscape, offering actionable advice for the year ahead. Chris explores the renewed optimism in sec…

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Building Scalable Go-to-Market Strategies with Jim Dicso and Patrick O'Keefe 45:21

10M ago45:21

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In this episode, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, is joined by Jim Dicso, Founder and Managing Partner at Shoreline SAAS Advisory, and Patrick O'Keefe, Founder at Moher Advisory, to share their wisdom on transforming sales into a structured and scalable process. Together, they share their wisdom on how founders and early sales tea…

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Building for the Long Run with Chris Sugden, Edison Partners 26:38

11M ago26:38

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Booms, busts, and the "messy middle" - Chris has seen it all. In this solo episode, host Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, shares his journey of over 25 years from auditor to operator to investor. His operator-first approach and hands-on perspective have helped countless businesses scale effectively, bridging the gap between financ…

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What Investors Offer Beyond Capital with Michelle McKinnon, Loews Corporation 38:35

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How can limited partners play a more strategic role beyond capital? Michelle McKinnon, a senior portfolio manager in alternative investments at Loews Corporation, sits down with Chris Sugden to share how to think about the role investors can play in helping companies grow. Together, Chris and Michelle dive into the nuances of being an effective lim…

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Growing Without Losing Sight of Your People with Shane Kim, Baleon Capital 34:59

12M ago34:59

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Can you drive growth without losing sight of the human side of business? Shane Kim, Founder, Baleon Capital and Fingercheck Board Member, says yes. With over 20 years in growth equity, he's built his investment approach around empathy and connection—putting people first. From his early days as an analyst to co-founding Baleon, Shane has focused on …

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How to Scale Through Leadership Transitions with Fingercheck's Joel Kohn & Dan Kazan 41:09

12M ago41:09

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In this episode of Electrifying Growth, we explore how leadership transitions can amplify growth in founder-led companies. Joel Kohn, founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Fingercheck, shares his journey of bootstrapping his HR and payroll software company. Now, with CEO Dan Kazan on board, Fingercheck is ready to take on its next growth phase with…

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Re-release: The Real Life Wendy Rhoades with Julie Moore of YSC Consulting at Accenture 34:08

1y ago34:08

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Are you wanting to grow, but wondering if your leadership team is aligned for success? This re-release of Electrifying Growth dives into the critical link between leadership and company performance, especially in high-growth environments. Our guest is Julie Moore, Director at YSC Consulting, part of Accenture's leadership and culture group. With ov…

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Revolutionizing the Supply Chain Industry with Barry Conlon of Overhaul 43:59

1y ago43:59

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What if I told you the most effective growth equity partners prioritize relationships and empathy over everything? Meet Barry Conlon, CEO and founder of Overhaul, a supply chain security and visibility solutions leader. With over three decades of experience, Barry brings a distinct blend of strategic thinking, hands-on leadership, and empathy to th…

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Seeing the Opportunity in Others with Yusuf Qasim, Zelis 32:20

1y ago32:20

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Yusuf Qasim, President of the Payments Optimization Business at Zelis, is an accomplished entrepreneur and business leader with over 20 years in healthcare. In their conversation, Chris Sugden, Managing Partner at Edison Partners, and Yusuf discuss his journey from starting his first business at 16 to co-founding and leading successful companies in…

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Transforming the Energy Industry Using Sound with Panos Adamopoulos of Seisomos, Inc. 32:19

1y ago32:19

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Panos Adamopoulos, the Founder and CEO of Seismos Inc., is an experienced entrepreneur and CEO passionate about high-growth ventures. In today's conversation, we explore Panos's entrepreneurial journey, his service to his country, and the future of digitization in the infrastructure in the United States, especially something as important as the oil…

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Building Something Big and Giving Back with David F. Eisner of Edison Partners 33:14

1y ago33:14

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David F. Eisner is a Wall Street executive, high-growth CEO, and entrepreneur with a remarkable journey from lawyer to banker at Jefferies & Company, where he helped grow the firm's market cap from $100 million to $2 billion, to starting his own company with Idealab. David brings a wealth of experience that stretches from hands-on entrepreneurship …

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It's Never Too Early To Teach Kids About Money with Louise Hill of GoHenry 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

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Louise Hill is the founder and CEO of UK GoHenry, a pioneering app that focuses on providing financial education to children. Under her leadership, GoHenry has grown to serve over 2 million users in the US and the UK, merged with Acorns to expand into Europe, and acquired Pixpay in 2022. Louise, a top female fundraiser and influential advocate for …

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The Tech Sector Has Arrived in TN, and It's Ready for Its Close-Up with Stuart McWhorter of TDECD 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

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Stuart McWhorter is the Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) and an expert in entrepreneurship, corporate finance, private investing, and public service. Throughout his career, Stuart has impacted countless facets of economic growth, from spearheading nearly 160 projects that have generated over 21,…

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Multiple Paths to Success, But Some Are Harder Than Others with Nick Manolis of GAN Integrity 33:42

1+ y ago33:42

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Nick Manolis is the CEO and a board member at GAN Integrity, a pioneering software company dedicated to helping compliance teams manage evolving risks and stay ahead of regulatory challenges. Nick's dynamic leadership has driven explosive growth and profitability at GAN Integrity, making him a formidable figure in the compliance software industry. …

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The High Stakes World of Online Gambling with Charles Gillespie of Gambling.com Group 42:10

1+ y ago42:10

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Charles Gillespie is the charismatic CEO and co-founder of Gambling.com Group. With a wealth of experience in the online gaming and gambling industry, Charles is a visionary leader who has navigated his company through significant milestones, including taking it public in 2021. Known for his expertise in performance marketing and fostering robust i…

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Empowering People to Make the Best Financial Decisions with Dee Choubey of MoneyLion 36:52

1+ y ago36:52

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"Prioritization and trust in your operators are pivotal for any CEO at a later stage, as they enable you to focus on the strategic tasks that really move the needle for your company." - Dee Choubey Dee Choubey, CEO and Co-founder of MoneyLion, has an unwavering commitment to leveraging tech for financial empowerment. With over a decade of experienc…

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One of the Most Interesting Men in the World: Saving Lives and Making Money with Steve Raucher of RapidDeploy 37:15

1+ y ago37:15

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In the bustling arena of growth equity and technological innovation, it takes a visionary leader to navigate the tumultuous tides of the govtech market. Enter Steve Raucher, the co-founder and CEO of Rapid Deploy, the trailblazing company reshaping the public safety landscape with its cloud-native software solutions. Steve is this episode's guest o…

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The Real Life Wendy Rhoades with Julie Moore of YSC Consulting of Accenture 34:08

1+ y ago34:08

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Julie Moore is the Director of YSC Consulting, a leadership strategy firm that is now part of Accenture. YSC has partnered with 45% of the FTSE 100 and works with private equity firms all over the world. As an executive coach, Julie's role is much like a family therapist for executive teams, helping companies add the value of more effective leaders…

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Making Democratization of Investing a Reality with Michael Weisz of Yieldstreet 46:23

2y ago46:23

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Michael Weisz is the CEO and Co-Founder of Yieldstreet, a groundbreaking private market investing platform. The platform has over 450,000 members and a staggering $4B+ invested as October of last year. Michael is not only at the helm of this financial powerhouse, but is also the driving force behind its meteoric rise. On this episode of Electrifyin…

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Embracing Innovation and Doing Good with Megan Glover of 120Water 34:01

2y ago34:01

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Megan Glover is the Co-Founder and CEO at 120Water where, under her leadership, the company has thrived in delivering innovative technologies and comprehensive programs that streamline water testing processes, maintain water quality, and more. Megan's commitment has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of 120Water, driving it to the forefron…

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Taking the Leap with Dave Baxter of Solutions By Text 33:35

2y ago33:35

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Dave Baxter is the CEO of Solutions by Text (SBT), which provides customer engagement solutions through its text messaging platform. Dave is dedicated to finding innovative communication solutions and under his leadership, SBT has gained recognition for its commitment to unlocking the power of text messaging. In this episode, Dave talks with host, …

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Putting Your Money Where Your Pain is with Jack Hooper of Take Command Health 36:36

2y ago36:36

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Jack Hooper is the Founder & CEO of Take Command Health which provides small businesses and individuals with health insurance solutions through its platform. Jack is dedicated to finding innovative solutions to the insurance challenges in the healthcare industry and under his leadership, Take Command Health has gained recognition for its commitment…

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A Calling as Big as the Mission with Mark Brosso of PurpleLab 31:20

2y ago31:20

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Mark Brosso is the Founder & CEO of PurpleLab, LLC, a healthtech company focused on driving decisive action based on precise insights from real-world data. With a deep passion for innovation and a track record of success, Mark leads PurpleLab with strategic foresight and unwavering determination. His expertise spans from groundbreaking product deve…

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Innovation and Disruption is in his Blood with A. J. Loiacono of Capital RX 44:44

2y ago44:44

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A. J. Loiacono is a visionary CEO of Capital RX, a company that has revolutionized the management and administration of prescription benefit plans in the healthcare industry. With a background in software development related to the pharmacy supply chain, A. J. has utilized his expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to create innovative solutions aime…

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The Family Business was Just the Start with Steve Cornwell of Northpass 31:13

2y ago31:13

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Steve Cornwell is the visionary CEO at Northpass. With a wealth of experience in the technology and e-learning industries, Steve has been at the forefront of driving innovation and transformation through scaling customer training and education. As the head of Northpass, a leading learning management system platform, Steve has been instrumental in r…

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From Small Beginnings to Great Success with Amanda Eisel of Zelis 22:25

2+ y ago22:25

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Amanda Eisel is a dynamic leader serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Zelis, a prominent healthcare technology and services company. With her exceptional business acumen and extensive industry experience, she drives the strategic vision and oversees the company's operations, fostering innovation and growth. In this special episode of Electrify…

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Operating within Reality with Greg Lettieri of Recycle Track Systems 32:24

2+ y ago32:24

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Greg Lettieri, is revolutionizing the waste management and recycling industry for a more sustainable and efficient future. As Co-Founder and CEO of Recycle Track Systems (RTS), he has leveraged technology, data-driven solutions, and his extensive knowledge to turn the company into a leader in waste management across the United States and Canada. Bo…

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Resilience & Reaching New Heights with Melanie Stricklan of Slingshot Aerospace 29:12

2+ y ago29:12

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Melanie Stricklan is a trailblazer in every sense of the word. She served the United States Air Force for 21 years, during which she logged over 1500 flight hours on board, commanded experimental spacecraft missions, and led the development of space control technologies through the Department of Defense. Today, she is the CEO and Co-Founder of Slin…

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Mentorship and Grit in High-Growth Companies with Amy Kadomatsu of Comply 33:49

2+ y ago33:49

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From sleeping under her desk as a young investment banker to becoming the CEO of Comply (formerly ComplySci), Amy Kadomatsu knows a thing or two about the importance of grit. In this episode, she shares her journey and the lessons she's learned along the way. Amy gives advice on mentorship, navigating the world of private equity, and leveraging the…

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Family Affair with Stephen Faust of Dash Solutions 24:51

2+ y ago24:51

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It's not every day that multimillion-dollar companies are born out of a family-run small business. But that's exactly what Stephen Faust has done. The CEO of Dash Solutions (formerly Prepaid Technologies), joined Electrifying Growth to reveal his lessons learned from more than 20 years in the payments industry, recent funding from Edison Partners, …