Originators: An Entrepreneurial Podcast

Originators is a show about entrepreneurs and business builders. Join our host Zak Leedom as he sits down with guests to explore their journeys, tease out their lessons learned, and talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with building something new.

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The Power of Mindset and Belief Systems with Britt Lefkoe

In this episode of the Originators Podcast, host Zak Leedom sits down with Britt Lefkoe, a leading business and personal development coach. Britt shares her story of how, from a young age, she grew up with her father's work of helping people shift their mindset and limiting beliefs. Britt honors her late father's legacy by evolving the work he started and becoming an expert in her own right. Together, Britt and Zach explore how powerful our minds and beliefs are and how with proper guidance, we ...

Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 9

Running a Business as Business Partners and as a Couple with Lisa Cloutier and Brian Anderson

Lisa Cloutier and Brian Anderson are the husband-and-wife founders and owners of The Whistling Andy Distillery, Montana’s oldest operating distillery that prides itself on producing award-winning spirits and giving back to the community of Montana. Lisa Cloutier has been in the hospitality industry for over 25 years and has founded several businesses, including a small boutique hotel and The Raven, a Caribbean-style restaurant located on the waterfront of Flathead Lake at Bigfork, Montana. In ad...

Oct 19, 2022•45 min•Ep. 8

Building Unbreakable Wealth with Mike Brown

Mike Brown is an entrepreneur, investor, and coach. Prior to founding and exiting an 8-figure oil and gas company, Mike flew F/A-18 Super Hornets for the Navy and brings the fighter pilot spirit to entrepreneurship. After his exit, he created the Unbreakable Wealth framework to give fellow entrepreneurs the investing playbook he wished he had 10 years ago. He lives with his fiancé, Claire, and two children in the foothills of Morrison, CO. Mike joins us today to discuss building unbreakable weal...

Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 7

Moving from Surviving to Thriving with Reed Strathdee Lewis

Reed Strathdee Lewis is the Founder of Lys CBD Chocolate. Lys’ line of products include smooth organic dark chocolate tempered with full spectrum Colorado hemp extract, as well as recovery creams, balms, and suspensions. He is also the owner of a variety of stores based in Snowmass, Colorado, including the Daly Bottle Shop, Grain Fine Food, and 81615 Inc. Reed graduated from Colgate University. Reed joins me today to share his journey to becoming a business owner and entrepreneur. He shares what...

Aug 25, 2022•44 min•Ep. 6

Finding Your Ultimate Strength with Justin Sharpe

Justin Sharpe is the Co-founder of GrowthInc, an organization that helps businesses and brands conquer digital marketing through training, services, and “done-with-you” strategies. Justin is also a partner at 8Loop, a community platform for marketers and digital agencies with over 150,000 users. Before co-founding GrowthInc and working with 8Loop, Justin served as the Director of Business Development for Focus LLC and the Senior Global Account Manager for WORK[etc]. He holds Bachelor’s degrees i...

Jul 28, 2022•49 min•Ep. 5

Rekindling Your Love for Your Business with David DeCelle

David DeCelle is the President of Model FA, a family of companies dedicated to helping financial advisors find success in their business. Passionate about helping advisors create a memorable client experience, David leads a team of 18 at Model FA to serve thousands of advisors worldwide. He is the Founder and former CEO of The Financial Advisors’ Alliance, a consultancy firm that later merged with the Model FA family. Before becoming a consultant and entrepreneur, David served as Financial Advis...

Jun 22, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 4

Success Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs with Ethan Dewhurst

Ethan Dewhurst is the Owner of Champion City Media, a full-service media company that bridges the gap between municipalities and citizens. An expert in video marketing, Ethan is highly regarded for helping organizations meet their marketing and communication needs. He is also the Co-Founder and CEO of Vohnt, Inc., an organization that facilitates access to affordable car care. Ethan joins us today to discuss structuring, running, and growing a company in the creative industry. He shares his chil...

Apr 20, 2022•37 min•Ep. 3

Powerlifting, Working Smart, and Being Extraordinary with Arnold Coleman

The powerlifting world-record-holder-turned-entrepreneur Arnold Coleman is the Founder and CEO of Healthy Outlook Worldwide. As a health, wellness, and fitness company, Healthy Outlook Worldwide is dedicated to helping organizations cut healthcare costs and provide wellness programs to employees. In addition to Healthy Outlook Worldwide, Arnold is also the owner of Shape Fitness, a 24-hour fitness gym with locations in Columbus and Pataskala, Ohio. Arnold joins me today to share his early days i...

Mar 16, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 2

The Power of Delivering the Best Customer Experience with Mike Rosati

Mike Rosati is the founder of Rosati Windows, a top manufacturer of replacement windows and doors in Ohio. As a child, Mike worked at his family’s grocery store until he was 19—an experience that taught him the value of diligence and giving back to the community. He then set his sights on the construction industry and joined a window dealer based in Central Ohio. After 20 years of rising through the company’s ranks, Mike decided to build Rosati Windows in 2000. The company has been consistently ...

Feb 16, 2022•49 min•Ep. 1

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