On Episode 73 we are joined by the CEO & Founder of ZIGR, Jesse Mauck. Jesse and his team specialize in buy-side acquisitions through an innovative approach to private equity. Throughout his life, Jesse has experienced firsthand what it's like to face adversity, rebuild, and find a way forward in business and in life. In this episode, we discuss topics including those listed below: - Navigating out of foster care - Fighting through your early 20s - Finding entrepreneurship - Identifying high...
Nov 09, 2021•58 min
On Episode 72 we are joined by the CEO & Co-Founder of Inspirant Group, Meighan Newhouse. Meighan and her team are committed to "unconsulting" which in words is a relentless approach to high-quality, unpretentious consulting that creates measurable improvements. Throughout her career, she has been laser-focused on helping companies align their people, processes, and technologies to foster vibrant communities and deliver sustainable business outcomes. In this episode, we discuss topics includ...
Nov 02, 2021•55 min
Welcome to Episode 71! In this episode, we are joined by Chris Miller, President of Elevate Sales Advisors. After an extensive career building, executing, and leading domestic and global sales teams, Chris went to build an organization that now helps companies establish scalable and effective sales infrastructure. Elevate Sales Advisors was founded to help small and mid-sized businesses execute proven strategies to accelerate their revenue. Their approach is hands-on and highly engaged with clie...
Sep 28, 2021•54 min
Welcome to Episode 70! In this episode, we are joined by Adrian Martinca, Founder of Technology For The Future, a nonprofit organization designed to help empower underprivileged youth by providing them with access to technology and the framework to use tech to make their dreams come true. Adrian and his team have impacted thousands of lives since Technology for The Future was created back in 2016 and they're not stopping anytime soon! If you want you to connect with Adrian and his incredible tea...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Welcome to Episode 69! In this episode, we are joined by Corporate Attorney Paul Schwinn! For the last 7-8 years, Paul has been a Corporate Attorney at Shulman Rogers, a leading law firm in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. In his time at Shulman Rogers, he alongside his team has specialized in helping executives, founders, and organizations to effectively raise capital, negotiate deals, and move their business forward. So in this episode, Paul gives us the honest look into the world of ventu...
Apr 20, 2021•41 min
Welcome to Episode 68! In this episode, we are joined by Zachary Babcock. After spending years in prison, Zach rebuilt himself and his life. Currently, Zach is the Host of Underdog Empowerment Podcast, CEO of Podcast Powertrain, and Alpha Podcasting Association. Zach and his team have successfully launched over 150 top-rated podcasts. Above all the business success, Zach is a shining example of what is possible in the world of recidivism when you put your head down, get self-aware, and get to wo...
Feb 01, 2021•56 min
Welcome to Episode 67! In this episode, we are joined by Venu Yerra. Venu is CEO & Founder of Idea Entity, a leading change management consulting firm headquartered in Northern Virginia with offices in DC, Seattle, the UK, and India. In this episode we unpack entrepreneurship, navigating difficult decisions, technology, and go in-depth to learn about how Venu and his 50 employees work with leading government agencies and Fortune 500 organizations to turn industry changes into a competitive a...
Jan 26, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Welcome to Episode 66! In this episode, we are joined by Austin Kodra. Austin is the Head of Community at Fritz AI and is responsible for building its global contributor-lead publication - Heartbeat by Fritz AI. Enjoy learning about the future of machine learning, teaching computers to see, building a global community, and much more! Interested In Learning More? https://heartbeat.fritz.ai/ Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and rev...
Nov 10, 2020•59 min
Welcome to Episode 65! In this episode, we are joined by Mehdi Tabdiliazar. Mehdi is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer for R2 Advisors, a Washington DC-based advisory firm that helps organizations turn their accounting, tax, and investment functions into a competitive advantage. Mehdi’s investment and risk management skills have been honed over the years working at Capital One, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and most recently for The World Bank’s investment management team, where he provides...
Nov 03, 2020•56 min
Welcome to Episode 64! In this episode, Jeremy discusses how to avoid stress, overwhelm, and anxiety when life gets crazy. In this episode, Jeremy shares exactly what he does to make the shift from "working in his life" to "working on his life". Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Oct 12, 2020•28 min
Welcome to Episode 63! In this episode, Jeremy shares a personal story that he hopes gives you permission to be human - instead of faking it - when things go wrong during a professional event (ie; job interview, sales call, business proposal, client call, etc.) Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Oct 06, 2020•16 min
Welcome to Episode 62! In this episode, Jeremy talks about regaining control and revisiting 2020 goals, despite all that 2020 has thrown our way. Let's call a spade a spade; 2020 has been an insane year. Many have thrived and many have struggling miserably. For those that are struggling ( or not where they want to be), it's easy to feel as though you can't control the situation. With 94 days left in the year, it's time to take a look at those new year goals you had in mind this time last year an...
Sep 28, 2020•13 min
Welcome to Episode 61! In this episode, we are joined by Lysette Titi. . Lysette is both, an American R&B Singer-Songwriter, signing her first record deal at the age of 15, as well as, an entrepreneur, owning and operating the appropriately named “Singing Stager” - a real estate staging firm based in Washington, DC. In this episode, we are talking about the music industry and real estate staging. Interested In Learning More? Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6vAn26SdVmWTc7MKcCucLa?autop...
Sep 22, 2020•59 min
Welcome to Episode 60! In this episode, we are joined by Nick Creasey. Nick is a former member of the US Special Operations Forces. After serving 6 years with Navy Special Warefare as an Operator, he decided to take the leap into the corporate world where he currently serves as Resoursive ’s Managing Director of Strategic Partnerships. During this episode, we do a deep dive into Nick's military, business, and civilian experiences to distill actionable insight that can help you in your day to day...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr
Welcome to Episode 59! In this episode, we are joined by Brad Zude. This year, Brad and his wife, Greta welcomed their 8th child into the world! And as if 8 kids weren’t enough, Brad and his wife are Best Selling Authors in the Parenting space, Host a Top 50 Parenting Podcast where over 50K people tune in monthly, as well as, coaches to over 1200 other parents. During this episode, we dive deep into parenting, with topics such as: Becoming The Strongest Influence in Your Child's Life How To Impa...
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr
In Episode 58, Jeremy shares his thoughts on why companies may experience greater than normal turnover heading into 2021. Beneath turnover, he unpacks the shift required for companies to effectively onboard and engage their new employees in this virtual workplace. Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review! Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard!
Aug 31, 2020•18 min
Welcome to Episode 57! In this episode we are joined by Caleb Musser. Caleb is currently the CEO & Founder of two companies that together specialize in helping clients gain access into top accounts, engaging high-value clients, and much more via their creative marketing and unique approach to hyper-personalized gift-giving. During this episode, we discuss innovative ways to open doors to drive sales, strategies to maximize your copywriting, as well as, the following: If I want to send a gift...
Aug 18, 2020•55 min
Welcome to Episode 56! In this episode, we are joined by Raju Karki. Raju is currently the CEO & Founder of Karki Consulting Group, a fast-growing DC-Based consulting firm that for the last decade has helped Government Contractors to drive a better Return-On-Investment with their ERP and Accounting Systems. Raju and his team have successfully helped billion-dollar companies, startups, and every size company in between to manage the challenges associated with implementing complex ERP and acco...
Aug 11, 2020•50 min
In Episode 55, Jeremy hits mental health head-on like never before. In this 25-minutes episode, he takes an uncut, raw approach to what nobody is talking about. Mental health is humans helping humans work through what is causing them pain and discomfort. It's not "friends telling friends what to do". In this conversation, he unpacks mental health, the challenges associated with quarantined living, and what we as friends/community members need to do to help. Rate & Review! If you enjoyed this...
Aug 04, 2020•26 min
Hence the title, in Episode 54, Jeremy draws inspiration from one of the most unusual of places while unpacking a few ideas that have been top of mind lately. In this episode we discuss: How To Get Back In The Game (Those Unemployed/Struggling) How To Accelerate Success (Those employed/looking for more) How & Why To Effectively Build Relationships Building a Community of People Who Want You To Win (Expanding Your Reach) ... and one overarching theory that he feels, explains why so many peopl...
Jul 28, 2020•32 min
Welcome to Episode 53! In this episode, we are joined by Tyler Davis. For the last 4.5 years, Tyler has been a financial advisor, licensed in everything from investments, planning, and insurance. Throughout her career she worked with clients at all stages of life and given the state of the market, I thought it was a great opportunity to dive deep into financial best practices, navigating the market, and preparing for life post-COVID. During this episode, we discuss building financial habits, wea...
Jul 14, 2020•51 min
In Episode 52, we are joined by Robbie Martin! Robbie is not only a very close friend of mine, but he is also my partner in our charity organization, The Artists For Good Collective. Six weeks ago the idea of the AGC was born and between then and now we took the idea of harnessing the creative community to do some good and were able to accomplish the following; Raise Over $11,000 via donations and sales of art, jewelry, and prints (all funds raised in a 7-day window via donations, art sales, and...
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 53 min
In Episode 51, I debrief how my good friend Robbie Martin and I took an idea for a virtual arts, music, and charity festival and brought it to life, raised thousands of dollars, streamed to thousands, ended up live on television on Fox 5 DC news, and built a Facebook community of over 1,000 people from all over the country... all in less than 6 weeks. Candidly, this was a life-changing event and a very unique experience so I stripped down the podcast setup, grabbed a mic, and recorded on my balc...
Jun 30, 2020•36 min
Welcome to Episode 50! In this episode, we are joined by Ann Kowal Smith. Ann is the Founder & Executive Director of Books@Work, a 9-year-old non-profit, which developed and deploys one of the most innovative strategies in the marketplace for facilitating workplace discussions that foster collaboration, development, and integration. During her impressive career, Ann tried on multiple hats including; a decade as a corporate attorney, five years at McKinsey & Company, and as Principal at a...
Jun 23, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Welcome to Episode 49 of 1st Floor Conversations! In this episode, we are joined by Paul Carney. Paul has been an award-winning real estate advisor for companies of all sizes for short of the last decade working with companies such as Adobe, E3 Federal, Equifax, Insight Global, and Kettler just to name a few. It is his extension experience in the industry, representing tenants, executing negotiations, traditional office spaces, co-working space, and a plethora of other industry experiences that ...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Welcome to Episode 48! In this episode, we are joined by Peter Reilly. Peter is an award-winning executive and the active President & Managing Partner of Councilor Buchanan, & Mitchell – a 100+ employee accounting firm and what the Washington Business Journal ranked as the #21 Top Accounting Firm in all of the DC, Maryland & Virginia market. In his 42 years at CBM, Peter has played an integral part in growing the firm by positioning CBM as an industry leader, executing numerous acqui...
Jun 09, 2020•58 min
On Episode 47.5, I discuss The Black Lives Matter Movement and the racial injustice in this country. Context: I debated going silent alongside many other people during this time. However, I felt in my core that I'd regret it. This is too important. The reason I started this podcast 1.5 years ago was to help bring great conversations to the table that serve as a catalyst for progress and more importantly, action. Additionally, I did this to put myself on the record to challenge myself on being in...
Jun 03, 2020•21 min
Welcome to Episode 47! In this episode, we are joined by Nancy Kidder. Nancy is a proven writer and professor. In addition to her undergraduate degree from Duke University, her extension certificate in publishing and communications from Harvard Extension School, and her Master’s in Creative Writing from American University, Nancy has 7 pieces of published work and a thriving career as one of American University’s prominent professors. In fact, it is her professorial career that caught my attenti...
Jun 02, 2020•1 hr 24 min
Welcome to Episode 46! In this episode, we are joined by Serial Entrepreneur, Stacey O’Byrne. Currently, Stacey owns a total of eight companies doing high six and seven figures per year. She has had a career unlike any other that I’ve seen. In this episode we unpack her story from climbing out of a $0.16 in her bank account to being a multimillionaire, getting laid off after 9/11, and the following: - How did you develop a career where you now get paid to speak, run 8 companies, and make million...
May 26, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Welcome to Episode 45! In this episode, we are joined by Competitive MMA Fighter, UFC Commentator & Co-Owner of District MMA, Charles DiGisco. After seeing the world of mixed martial arts and UFC quietly yet firmly emerged on the center stage of the global entertainment market, I found it timely to have a true professional on to share the insight scoop. In this episode, Charles shares with us his story, insight into the evolution of the mixed martial arts & UFC community, as well as, ans...
May 19, 2020•1 hr 8 min
