Welcome to Coffeez, a podcast that brings the heart and expertise of a family-owned business to the forefront of entrepreneurial and business discussions. Hosted by Joseph Shalaby, Broker and CEO of E Mortgage Capital Inc., this show delves into the world of business with the warmth and wisdom that only comes from a leader who has built a successful company from the ground up with close friends and colleagues. Each episode, Joseph Shalaby draws on his own experiences and those of his esteemed guests to explore topics ranging from effective leadership and teamwork to innovative business strategies and industry insights. Whether you're a professional in the mortgage industry, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply interested in the intricacies of running a successful business, Coffeez promises enriching conversations and invaluable lessons.
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Joe sits down with two powerhouses — mindset coach and bestselling author Natasha Graziano and personal brand architect Alisa Jacobs. They get into morning routines, scripting, the RMS method, building a brand before personal brand was even a thing, AI and human identity, feminine leadership, confidence, and what it really takes to show up in a male dominated space. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/...
Six time UFC world champion. Army veteran. Actor. Entrepreneur. Joe sits down with Randy "The Natural" Couture to hear the story behind the legend. The Army days, the Wild West era of UFC, dominating two weight classes, life after fighting, and the financial lessons most athletes learn too late. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Tim Davis , the renowned vocal coach, singer, music director, and talent scout known for his work across major television, film, and music projects, including Glee . Tim has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment and has spent his career helping singers develop, sharpen, and elevate their voices for the biggest stages in the world. This conversation goes beyond vocal technique. Joe and Tim talk about what separates talent...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ed Soares , President of Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) and one of the most respected figures in mixed martial arts. Ed has spent decades inside the fight game, from managing some of the biggest names in MMA to helping build the next generation of world-class fighters through LFA. Known for his work with legends like Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, and José Aldo, Ed has played a major role in shaping the careers of athletes who changed th...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Joe Spector, co-founder of Hims and founder of Dutch, to talk about building consumer healthcare brands that actually change people’s everyday lives. Joe shares how Hims started as an idea on a whiteboard and grew into a household name by making men’s wellness easier, more accessible, and less awkward to talk about. The conversation gets into the timing behind the opportunity, the rise of telemedicine, Viagra going generic, legal challen...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with architect and developer Kevin Kennon to talk about the future of building, carbon-negative design, and why architecture has to evolve with climate, technology, and humanity in mind. Kevin explains why the built environment is responsible for a major share of global greenhouse gas emissions, and how architects, developers, and builders are now being forced to rethink the way we design and construct the world around us. Through his work wi...
Joe Shalaby and Rogelio Goertzen II discuss how decisive action transforms potential into success, exemplified by Rogelio's experiences at a leading lender and his inspiration to serve. Rogelio details the genesis of "Home," a non-profit addressing a significant gap in the mortgage industry for Hispanic and other minority communities. The organization provides education, licensing, and job placement, driven by a mission to create ethical opportunities and financial empowerment, prioritizing people's development over profit.
Jenn Drummond interview, 7 Second Summits climber, extreme challenge mindset, overcoming fear story, resilience mindset, women achieving impossible goals. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Jenn Drummond, the first woman to climb the 7 Second Summits — the second-highest mountain on each continent. After surviving a life-threatening car accident, Jenn began reevaluating everything — priorities, purpose, and the limits she once believed were fixed. What followed became a j...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with UFC fighter Giga Chikadze to talk about the discipline, resilience, and mindset required to compete at the highest level of professional fighting. Giga shares lessons from his journey through kickboxing and mixed martial arts, what it takes to stay focused under pressure, and how elite athletes handle setbacks, expectations, and constant challenges. The conversation explores the mental toughness needed to perform on the world stage, the ...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Super Bowl 50 Champion Malik Jackson to talk about the transition from professional football into the next chapter of life. Malik shares what changes after the NFL, how discipline shaped his mindset, and why high performers continue finding ways to grow even after reaching the top of their field. The conversation explores lessons learned from competing at the highest level, adapting to new environments, and maintaining focus when the str...
Dr. Samantha Harte shares how addiction recovery, trauma healing, and spiritual growth can transform pain into purpose. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Dr. Samantha Harte explains how overcoming addiction, loss, and personal hardship led her to help others build pain-free bodies and purpose-driven lives. With a doctorate in physical therapy and 16 years of sobriety, Dr. Harte combines neuroscience, recovery principles, and spiritual growth strategies to help individuals overcome destruct...
Atlas Bars founder James Oliver discusses building his nutrition company from a personal quest for clean protein bars while living abroad. He details overcoming challenges like funding initial production by driving Uber, validating his product, and strategically positioning Atlas Bars in a competitive market by emphasizing real food ingredients and metabolic health benefits. The episode delves into the importance of entrepreneurial grit, learning from mistakes, and the societal shift towards healthier eating, highlighting Atlas Bars' mission to combat metabolic dysfunction.
Why does personal branding matter for real estate entrepreneurs? In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Shane Seo explains how visibility, credibility, and authority are becoming essential for investors and operators in today’s competitive real estate market. Shane shares how stepping into podcasts, media, and public conversations helps entrepreneurs build trust, create opportunities, and expand their influence beyond individual deals. In this conversation with host Joseph Shalaby, we cover: • ...
Justin Colby built his career in real estate flipping and wholesaling — but he didn’t stop there. Today, he operates seven companies across real estate, tech, and entrepreneurship. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Justin breaks down: • How he transitioned from flipping homes and wholesaling deals • Why he no longer wants to be known for just one strategy • What it takes to scale multiple businesses at once • The difference between doing deals and building companies • The mindset shift fro...
Offshore asset protection attorney Blake Harris explains how Cook Islands trusts protect entrepreneurs from lawsuits and legal risk. In this episode, we break down offshore trusts, asset protection strategies, crypto protection, and why high-net-worth individuals use international structures to shield wealth. Blake Harris is the founder of Blake Harris Law, a firm specializing exclusively in offshore asset protection trusts, including Cook Islands trusts, Nevis trusts, and international banking ...
Jarek Tadla is a Polish-born real estate entrepreneur who built a multi-thousand-unit portfolio after arriving in America without speaking English. What began with washing dishes and flipping salvage cars evolved into a long-term buy-and-hold real estate empire spanning hundreds of properties. But behind the financial success came burnout, divorce, depression, and a near-suicidal breaking point that forced him to confront who he truly was. Today, Jarek speaks globally about presence, emotional i...
Most professionals try to blend in. Dr. Tyler Hales chose to stand out. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers , Joe sits down with Tyler Hales , a cosmetic dentist who redefined what leadership, branding, and confidence look like in an industry most people fear — and rarely trust. From the bow tie and mullet to a fast-growing national reputation, Tyler didn’t build his brand by copying dental marketing playbooks. He built it by leaning into identity, craftsmanship, faith, and discipline . This ...
Regenerative medicine is one of the fastest-growing areas in health and wellness — but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Seth Berge, founder of Regenerative Revival and Precision Biologics, to unpack how regenerative therapies are actually being delivered, regulated, and scaled across the United States. Seth is a lifelong entrepreneur who didn’t start in medicine — but found his purpose in building ethical, education-first models ...
Some businesses are built on hype. This one is built on trust. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ben Beeri, founder of Golden State Memorabilia, one of the largest distributors of authenticated sports memorabilia in the world. Ben didn’t follow a traditional path. What started as a childhood passion — collecting autographs and sports cards — turned into a full-scale business built on integrity, patience, and authenticity in one of the most fraudulent industries out there...
Success tests your values more than failure ever will. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with David D. Simons for an honest conversation about building a business — and a life — without losing who you are along the way. David shares what it actually looks like to lead with faith in modern business, not in slogans or surface-level talk, but in everyday decisions when no one’s watching. This episode explores: • What it means to build a faith-based brand without preaching • How ...
Most people think AI is about speed. Nimrod Vroman thinks it’s about structure, access, and truth. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Nimrod Vroman, founder of Ark Empowerment and For Posterity, two platforms rethinking how humans interact with professional services and legacy in the age of AI. Nimrod spent nearly two decades as a corporate lawyer before walking away to build something radically different — while navigating war, entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and risk all ...
International educator Gary Surdam introduces Illoominate, an app designed to empower parents as their children's most important teachers. The platform focuses on building confidence and social-emotional skills through age-appropriate activities, integrating AI for personalized learning, and preparing students for success in a global economy. Surdam shares his entrepreneurial journey and personal motivations, emphasizing the importance of creating a community where learning is engaging and helps children believe in themselves.
In this powerful episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Carlos Orellana — immigrant entrepreneur, fintech founder, and CEO building one of the most impactful financial platforms for the Latino community. Carlos didn’t grow up with privilege. He grew up with grit. From arriving in the U.S. as a child from El Salvador… to serving in the Air Force… to working through the early days of mortgage tech and fintech disruption — Carlos has lived every phase of the American grind. This convers...
This episode isn’t about politics. It’s about calling, conviction, and staying in the fight when nobody believes in you. Senator Steven Choi came to America with $50, an accent, and zero guarantees. Years later, he became the first Republican in 44 years to defeat a sitting Democratic Senator in California — with almost no party support and a fraction of the money. In this deeply personal episode of Coffeez for Closers, we talk about: • Losing elections — and realizing defeat was the setup • Fai...
In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Andy Oliva, Founder & CEO of Lucky Day Labs — a creative AI agency helping companies navigate one of the biggest shifts of our lifetime. This isn’t an AI hype conversation. It’s a grounded, honest discussion about where technology is actually headed — and how humans fit into the future. Andy breaks down: - Why AI isn’t here to replace people — but to free them - How businesses should adopt AI without losing culture, trust, or soul - ...
One of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on Coffeez. Bill Inman isn’t just a data guy — he’s the man who’s been shaping how the industry thinks for more than three decades. Real estate cycles, valuation models, risk, trends, the real drivers behind the market… Bill has seen it all before everyone else. He built companies before the space had a name. He predicted shifts most people only understood years later. And he’s still operating with the sharpness of someone who refuses to coa...
What happens when a Wharton MBA tears up his diploma on camera… and hands the keys to a new company to an 18-year-old with zero business experience? You get the Anti-MBA movement — and the birth of One on One Media. In today’s episode, Joe sits down with David R. Guttman, serial founder, investor, and servant-leadership advocate… and Anna Prudchenko, the 18-year-old who went from summer intern to CEO in just three weeks. This episode challenges everything you’ve been taught about education, lead...
In this episode, Joe sits down with Kurt Avery , founder of Sawyer Products — the company saving millions of lives through clean water and humanitarian innovation. What started with a simple first aid product has grown into a global mission: providing life-changing water filtration to over 80 countries and partnering with 140 nonprofits around the world. From military-grade repellents to filters that cost just 30 cents per person to produce, Sawyer is reshaping what it means to build a business ...
In this episode, Joe sits down with Chené Micah Williams — known online as Pacemaker Chené — a 26-year-old trainer whose story is a literal heartbeat of faith and resilience. Born with a rare congenital heart condition, Chené received a pacemaker at just 16. What most would see as a setback became his greatest source of strength. Through his brand Pace Fitness , he’s built a movement that blends physical training with mental and spiritual health—showing others how to “pace” themselves through li...
In this episode, Joe sits down with Setema Gali — former Super Bowl champion turned leadership coach and founder of Game Changer. Setema went from winning an NFL championship to losing it all — his cars, his home, even his Super Bowl ring — before rebuilding his life from the ground up. What started as door-to-door sales became a journey of faith, discipline, and redemption that now fuels his mission to help others do the same. We talk about overcoming failure, turning pain into power, and why t...
