Episodes

  • NewForm Co-Founder & CEO Hamza Alsamraee

    NewForm Co-Founder & CEO Hamza Alsamraee
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Hamza Alsmaraee, an extraordinary young entrepreneur who has already achieved more than most do in a lifetime. At just 22, he's a published author, a Stanford undergrad, and the Co-founder and CEO of NewForm. Join us as we dive deep into his journey from writing a calculus book at 16 to building a multimillion-dollar business while still in college.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction and Hamza's Background
    00:17 - Publishing a Calculus Book at 16
    01:04 - Marketing the Calculus Book
    01:25 - Starting a Math Page on Instagram
    01:46 - Growing the Instagram Page
    02:07 - Book Sales and Revenue
    02:36 - Documentary and Stanford
    03:02 - Founding NewForm
    03:12 - Shift from Social Media to Interest Media
    03:44 - New Form of Marketing
    04:15 - Content-First Marketing Strategy
    05:08 - Scaling a Consumer App with TikTok Ads
    06:01 - NewForm's Role in Growth Marketing
    07:03 - Simplifying Complex Software Marketing
    07:27 - Effective Short-Form Content
    08:09 - Visual Appeal in Ads
    09:08 - Misconceptions About Marketing in Tech
    10:00 - The Importance of Marketing in Tech
    11:06 - Evolution of Marketing in Tech
    12:20 - Elon Musk and Marketing
    12:52 - Typical Day of a 22-Year-Old Entrepreneur
    14:19 - Implementing AI in Marketing
    15:02 - AI in Marketing Workflows
    16:05 - Woolbot: AI Performance Marketer
    17:08 - AI-Assisted Workflows vs. AI-Generated Content
    18:24 - Future Vision for Nuform
    19:08 - Woolbot's Role in Marketing
    21:01 - Connecting Media and Creative Teams
    21:58 - Great vs. Good Short-Form Ads
    23:30 - Social Media Celebrities vs. Traditional Media
    24:47 - The Importance of IRL Experiences
    25:03 - The Chance That Made a Difference
    26:19 - Majoring in Math at Stanford
    26:57 - Conclusion and Farewell
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    27 mins
  • Ansel Health Founder & CEO Veer Gidwaney

    Ansel Health Founder & CEO Veer Gidwaney
    Jul 8 2025
    In this episode, Clint sits down with Veer Gidwaney, the founder and CEO of Ansel Health, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the mission behind Ansel Health. Veer shares insights into the challenges of the U.S. healthcare system, the importance of supplemental health insurance, and how his company aims to alleviate the financial burden of health distress.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:16 - Veer's Background and Entrepreneurial Journey
    00:37 - The Mission of Ansel Health
    01:08 - Challenges in the Healthcare System
    01:51 - Understanding Supplemental Health Insurance
    03:21 - The State of Healthcare in the U.S.
    05:28 - Leadership Lessons and Company Culture
    07:13 - Managing Stress and Work-Life Balance
    08:19 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
    09:33 - The Role of AI in Insurance
    11:27 - Advice for Success
    12:19 - Reading Recommendations
    13:31 - Finding Purpose and Motivation
    14:11 - Learning from Failure
    15:09 - Company Values
    17:32 - The State of the Economy
    19:08 - The Importance of Giving Chances
    20:23 - Closing Remarks
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    21 mins
  • Blaize Co-Founder & CEO Dinakar Munagala

    Blaize Co-Founder & CEO Dinakar Munagala
    Jul 1 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Dinakar Munagala, the co-founder and CEO of Blaize, a pioneering company in the realm of physical world AI. Blaize is revolutionizing industries such as agriculture, healthcare, smart cities, and defense with their novel chip processor architecture and software solutions.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:17 - Dinakar's background and Blaize's mission
    01:02 - The rise of AI and its impact on various industries
    03:23 - AI's potential to transform jobs and productivity
    04:11 - Advice for CEOs on implementing AI
    06:40 - A day in the life of Blaize's CEO
    08:08 - Leadership and managing a hybrid workforce
    10:05 - Democratizing AI and making it accessible
    12:34 - Downsides and risks of AI
    13:51 - Reading recommendations and staying informed
    15:09 - Economic perspectives and navigating challenges
    16:03 - The importance of mentorship and support
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    18 mins
  • 7thonline CEO Max Ma

    7thonline CEO Max Ma
    Jun 26 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Max Ma, the founder and CEO of 7thOnline, a company revolutionizing the retail industry with cutting-edge AI solutions. Max shares his incredible journey from identifying inefficiencies in the retail supply chain to building a global enterprise that partners with top brands like Birkenstock, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, and Patagonia.

    Timestamps:
    00:06 - Introduction and Background
    00:21 - Founding 7thOnline
    01:26 - Business Evolution and Leadership
    03:25 - Daily Routine and AI Integration
    04:54 - AI in Retail and Supply Chain
    06:30 - AI Growth and Industry Impact
    08:21 - Moving Beyond Excel
    09:55 - Work-Life Balance
    11:15 - Reading Recommendations
    13:32 - Economic Outlook and Tariffs
    15:00 - Mentorship and Support
    16:39 - Closing Remarks
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    17 mins
  • Solutions by Text CEO Dave Baxter

    Solutions by Text CEO Dave Baxter
    Jun 24 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of Solutions by Text, Dave Baxter, to hear his incredible journey — from turning down a board seat to leading one of the most innovative companies in fintech.

    Dave shares how he scaled a small, founder-led family business into a fintech powerhouse by combining mobile messaging, AI, and compliance-driven solutions for the financial industry. We dive into his leadership lessons, the lonely reality of being a first-time CEO, how he leverages AI to drive better outcomes for clients, and how he balances family, work, and personal growth along the way.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:06 - Dave's Background and Career Path
    02:08 - The Aha Moment and Vision for Solutions by Text
    06:45 - Leadership Lessons Learned
    10:38 - AI Integration in Solutions by Text
    13:39 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
    16:15 - Reading Recommendations
    18:34 - The Importance of Mentorship
    22:00 - Closing Remarks
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    23 mins
  • Edible Brands CEO Somia Farid Silber

    Edible Brands CEO Somia Farid Silber
    Jun 19 2025
    In this episode, Clint sits down with Somia Farid Silber. They dive into the incredible journey of how a young girl dipping strawberries in her family's store grew up to become the CEO of one of the most recognizable gifting brands in the world — Edible Arrangements.

    She shares how she’s leading the next chapter of the company, from expanding into new wellness markets with Edibles.com to innovating the in-store experience with Edible Next Gen. We also discuss leadership lessons, balancing family and business, using AI to personalize customer experiences, and how to future-proof a brand in both retail and e-commerce.

    Timestamps:
    00:07 - Introduction and Early Business Experience
    01:32 - Running a Family Business
    02:48 - Launch of Edibles.com
    04:37 - Sourcing and Product Selection
    05:08 - Integrating AI in Business
    07:20 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
    08:28 - Mental Health and Well-being Strategies
    09:48 - Impact of Tariffs
    11:18 - Leadership Lessons
    12:29 - Brick and Mortar vs. E-commerce
    14:36 - Customer Response to Cannabis Industry Entry
    15:44 - The Importance of Giving Chances
    16:52 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude
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    17 mins
  • The Generous Leader Author Joe Davis

    The Generous Leader Author Joe Davis
    Jun 17 2025
    In this episode, Clint sits down with Joe Davis, the former head of BCG North America and author of "The Generous Leader: Seven Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone's Gain." Joe shares his journey, leadership philosophy, and the inspiration behind his book. We dive into what it means to be a generous leader, the importance of connecting with your team, and how to thrive in uncertain times.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:17 - Why Joe wrote "The Generous Leader"
    01:43 - What is a generous leader?
    02:32 - Joe's leadership philosophy
    04:02 - Joe's career journey at BCG
    06:25 - The impact of AI on consulting
    10:02 - Leadership and personal impact
    13:27 - Balancing work and family life
    17:14 - Reading recommendations
    19:08 - Challenging leadership moments
    22:07 - The importance of giving chances
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    24 mins
  • Miller Ingenuity President & CEO Steve Blue

    Miller Ingenuity President & CEO Steve Blue
    Jun 12 2025
    Welcome to another episode of our podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Steve Blue, the President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, a global supplier of diverse technology products and systems. With 26 years at the helm, Steve has grown the company's EBITDA by seven times without using outside capital.

    Join us as Steve shares his journey from being a divisional general manager to leading Miller Ingenuity, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the challenges of transforming an established organization. He also discusses the significance of cash management, the role of philanthropy in business, and how to effectively manage a board of directors.


    Steve also touches on the impact of AI in manufacturing, the importance of strategic planning, and his experiences co-authoring books with Jack Canfield. Whether you're a seasoned CEO or an aspiring leader, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.


    Timestamps:
    00:06 - Introduction and Background
    00:18 - Overview of Miller Ingenuity
    01:02 - Becoming CEO
    02:05 - Achievements and Growth
    02:34 - Leadership and Culture Change
    03:12 - Funding and Financial Strategy
    04:36 - Importance of Company Culture
    06:02 - Building and Sustaining Culture
    09:12 - Employee Empowerment
    10:31 - Hiring Process and Employee Engagement
    11:26 - Profit-Driven Incentives
    13:13 - Community Engagement and Philanthropy
    16:44 - Typical Day as CEO
    18:10 - Managing the Board
    22:09 - Impact of Tariffs
    24:46 - Strategic Planning and Cash Management
    27:27 - Book Co-Authorship with Jack Canfield
    29:33 - Unlocking Success Book Overview
    32:21 - Integration of AI
    34:44 - Reading Recommendations
    37:13 - Final Question: Who Gave You a Chance?
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    39 mins