My guests today are Abiel Gutierrez & Andres Santos, Co-Founders of Comun, a fintech company empowering immigrants and their families to achieve upward mobility through financial inclusion. We talked about why it’s important to help others carry the load; how a rapidly scaling business can co-exist with family, personal health, and playing drums in a band; and why you should always do the “hard thing”, when it’s the “right thing.” Learn more about Comun at: https://en.comun.app Follow Comun ...
Feb 19, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 39
My guest today is Seth Besse, CEO of Undivided, a former junior world champion windsurfer, and a perpetual explorer of what’s around the next corner. We talked about how Undivided provides an entire support system for parents raising kids with disabilities; how dyslexia and ADHD has influenced his personal, professional, and parenting path; and why waiting until you feel qualified is a good way to go nowhere. Learn more about Seth: Instagram: @seth.besse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seth.b...
Nov 13, 2024•37 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 38
My guest today is Rich Radford, Guide & Program Director of Biome Africa and Principal of The Garden Route Co. He’s also a naturalist, explorer, conservationist, wildlife photographer, and surfer. We talked about how the South African bush has influenced his landscape design company and new project, Biome Africa; how to use exploration as a means to environmental education and conservation; and why immersive walking adventures are so effective at changing peoples’ lives.
Jan 31, 2024•45 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 37
My guest today is Todd Turner, a 20-year veteran in the advertising space, creator of Wash-a-Pig, a creative training game, and Co-Founder of Up To Something. We talked about what Wash-a-Pig is and how you can support it, how everyone from creatives, to dance instructors, to leadership trainers can use it, and why your inner critic is always wrong. Learn more about Todd at: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hey-todd-turner/ Wash-a-Pig website: https://washapig.com Wash-a-Pig is @was...
Oct 11, 2023
My guest today is Kelli Jones, Founder and CEO of NoSo Patches, a former therapist and accountant, and a life-long eclectic adventurer. We talked about the importance of designing from a place of circularity, why sustainability is good for business, and how change happens faster when you’re having fun. Learn more about Kelli and NoSo Patches at NoSoPatches.com Connect with Kelli on LinkedIn Follow Kelli and NoSo Patches: @nosopatches - Instagram @nosopatches - facebook @nosopatches - tiktok You ...
Sep 20, 2023•Season 3Ep. 35
My guest today is Katie Parson, Regional Vice President of Sales at Renaissance Learning; lover of dance, yoga, and most things outdoors; and mother to two young girls, affectionately dubbed the Blonde Mafia. We talked about how her sales career started at age 14 in her father’s coffee shop, why it’s so important to take steps to stand out, and why the people along your path matter so much. Follow Katie on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katie-parson-004b6b2 Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.c...
Apr 26, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 34
My guest today is Carl Segerstrale, co-owner & operator of Surf NSR in Nicaragua, a former teacher, and a lifetime adventurer. We talked about how he successfully achieved something so many of us dream about (which is building a life on the beach in another country) and what it takes to build a business from scratch in Nicaragua. Find out more about SurfNSR at surfnsr.com Follow Carl on Instagram: @nocalnica Follow SurfNSR on Instagram: @surfnsr Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com ...
Mar 29, 2023•Ep. 33
My guest today is Kelly Halpin, a professional mountain runner, professional illustrator, and self-proclaimed nature nerd. We talked about creative ways to get kids outside, the juxtaposition of flow & perfectionism, and why it’s important to be able to “suffer well.” Find out more about Kelly at KellyHalpin.com Follow Kelly: Facebook: facebook.com/kelly.halpin.3 Instagram: @kyehalpin Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social me...
Mar 15, 2023•Season 3Ep. 32
My guest today is Hope Meng, a Graphic Designer and Artist with a strong focus on custom lettering and typography. She’s also the creator of the Monogram Project, the TEXT/TILE Studio, and mother to two incredible humans. We talked about how she helps entrepreneurs develop timeless visual identities, the importance of personal creative projects, and her thoughts and feelings about her upcoming sabbatical. Learn more about Hope Meng Design at HopeMeng.com Follow Hope on Instagram @hopemengdesign ...
Mar 30, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 31
My guest today is Brian Sloss , Director of Product Management at HomeLight , former founder of Disclosures.io and a kelp pasta chef. We talked about how coaching has influenced his career, his evolution from Product Manager to Founder, and what it's like when your company is acquired. For more info on HomeLight visit HomeLight.com Find Brian Sloss on LinkedIn : linkedin.com/in/briansloss Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social me...
Mar 23, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 30
My guest today is Thomas Scaria, co-founder of Prysm, a group ownership platform using crypto technology allowing the 99% to pool their capital in order to buy blue-chip assets anywhere in the world. We talked about what inspired Thomas to originally jump into the crypto space, how Prysm is leveling the financial playing field, and what DAO’s and NFT’s are. For more info about Prysm, visit prysm.xyz Follow Thomas Scaria on LinkedIn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergc...
Mar 16, 2022•26 min•Season 2Ep. 29
My guest today is Dr. Diana Partovi, a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Founder of California Neuropsychology Services, and an Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Berkeley. We talked about her work as a neuropsychologist, the way she takes those skills to develop trainings for companies, and a fantastic program supporting neurodiversity at work that we’re partnering on. Find out more about Dr. Partovi at CalNeuroPsych.com Connect with Dr. Partovi on LinkedIn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.c...
Mar 09, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 28
My guest today is Wendy Chan, a senior business development executive at Thermo Fisher Scientific, a former X-games competitor in boarder cross, and a recent stroke survivor. We talked about the important work her company is doing to combat the pandemic, why education has always been primary for her, and why it’s important to talk to strangers. Follow Wendy on Instagram @jean_claudedamnvan Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social m...
Jan 19, 2022•29 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Happy Holidays from all of us at The Trail Breaker Podcast! Hoping you’ll have a chance to spend time with those you love and doing things that bring you the most joy. We’ll be enjoying family time, surfing, skiing, and eating too many gingerbread cookies. Wishing you and yours the very best and join us in the new year for more Trail Breaker episodes.
Dec 22, 2021
My guest today is Julie Dery, founder of Saltworks Creative and Saltworks Paper and the creative director for Outpost. She’s also on the board of Slow Food in the Tetons, a swimmer of high alpine lakes, and has an affinity for street art and pattern design. We talked about her journey into and out of entrepreneurship, keeping your ego away from your happiness, and what “freedom” really looks like. Follow Julie on Instagram at @juliedery Find her work at SaltworksPaper.com and SaltworksCreative.c...
Dec 15, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 26
My guest today is Jake Cohn, a professional skier, founder of The Locals Sale and SnowLocals, and a public speaker. We talked about his most recent TED Talk “Think Beyond Your Labels”, how to keep great ski gear out of landfills, and his time both delighting and traumatizing small children as the skiing melon bear. Find out more about The Locals Sale at LocalsSale.com Learn more about custom trips to Japan via Snow Locals at SnowLocals.com Follow Jake on Instagram @jake_cohn Full episodes and vi...
Dec 08, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 25
My guest today is Sam Alba, co-founder of Dagger, a modern CICD platform for Software Developers. Before starting Dagger, Sam ran the engineering team at Docker. He’s originally from France, but has been in CA since 2011. We talked about how managers are really a service to their teams, how it’s ok to leave a company and not ok to stay for the wrong reasons, and how when you start a company, every time you talk about it to people, it sounds like a bad idea. Find out more about Dagger at Dagger.i...
Dec 01, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 24
My guest today is Matan-Paul Shetrit, Head of Product for A.Team, a company where the world's top builders team up with growing companies in order to make better products, faster. Prior to A.Team, Matan was at Brex, Flexport, Square and Stripe and when he’s not at work, you can find him climbing or enjoying the outdoors with his wife and dog. We talked about how our best work happens when we’re part of a team, what draws people to mission-based work, and the importance of making your intentions ...
Nov 24, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 23
My guest today is Michael Gaines, an executive coach, leadership trainer and consultant based in San Francisco, CA. We talked about why believing in people matters, the value of mentorship and why the “straight-talk express” is critical for growth. Follow Michael on Instagram @vangaines Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri ( michaelmoeri.com ) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts...
Nov 17, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 22
My guest today is Jamie Campbell, founder of Catapult Adventure Vehicles, a Reno-based company creating sport and lifestyle specific vans capable of any adventure you can dream up. Catapult was born out of Jamie’s life-long love for the outdoors paired with creative skills he honed as a metal fabricator, custom furniture creator, and project manager. We talked about how regardless of age, pursuing your passions is essential, how to balance restraint with agility, and that strong relationships an...
Oct 13, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
My guest today is Stephanie Thomas, Executive Director of the Teton County Search and Rescue Foundation (TCSAR Foundation), an organization she’s been a part of for the past 15 years. Her favorite parts of the job are supporting her SAR volunteers, brainstorming “what’s next” and working with community partners. When not on Search and Rescue duty, Steph’s exploring the mountains by foot, wheel or paddle with her three kiddos, partner Clay, and their silly dog, Hank. We talked about the community...
Oct 06, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
My guest today is Taylor Glenn, a people, landscape and outdoor photographer with a curiosity to explore new places and connect with new people. His work can be found in magazines like National Geographic, Outside, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired and in campaigns for companies like Subaru and Qantas. He’s also a climber, backcountry skier, hunter and father to Gracie, the “alpine panda.” We talked about how apprenticeship is super valuable, that there’s no playbook for creative pursuits, and ...
Sep 29, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
My guest today is Ben Roth, a multi-disciplinary artist working primarily with sculpture, furniture, and printmaking. He draws his inspiration from the natural world and tries to draw attention to the environments and systems that can teach us so much. He’s also an avid fisherman, trail-runner, and former restaurateur. We talked about how he found the “art world” that he could exist and thrive in, how when he’s teaching art to students, he’s really teaching them confidence and bravery, and why b...
Sep 22, 2021•Season 1Ep. 18
My guest today is Veronica Schreibeis Smith, Founding Principal and CEO of Vera Iconica, a global pioneer in wellness architecture. She’s practiced architecture on four continents and currently works, speaks, and leads think tanks internationally on the topic. She’s also a 4th generation Wyomingite who used to guide horseback trips into the wilderness. She currently uses some of those same skills while wrangling her 3 young children. We talked about the art and science behind how Vera Iconica de...
Sep 15, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 17
My guest today is Brolin Mawejje, a snowboarding Olympic hopeful representing Uganda, a sponsored rider for Burton, and a medical student pursuing his MD. He’s also passionate about history, learning to garden, and having the biggest positive impact he can have on the world. We talked about his current focus on “transitions”, how snowboarding is his vehicle for impact, and his “summer of introspection.” Follow Brolin on Instagram at @thabyron_ma Photo Credits: @robkingwill @keeganrice @sully_lan...
Sep 08, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 16
My guest today is Michael Landers, the founder of Culture Crossing. He’s also a consultant, speaker, author and coach. As a child, Michael grew up in 4 different countries and has worked in over 35 as an adult. He helps companies around the globe improve their cross-cultural communication, leadership, and management skills. We talked about what life was like as Third Culture Kid, the 3 skills needed to successfully enter and integrate into a new culture, and why “Entertrainment” is the best way ...
Sep 01, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 15
My guest today is Laura Tacho, a technology consultant and former VP of Engineering. She’s spent her career helping teams build software using cloud-native technology and now partners with growth stage start-ups to help them achieve their goals We talked about how she assembled her leadership Voltron, also known as her Strong Woman Squad, why it’s important to know how to structure your thoughts and also plan backward, and how when you stick out like a sore thumb, don’t be afraid to stick out. F...
Aug 25, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 14
My guest today is Ross Guttler, CEO of The Open Center, the country's longest-running urban center for personal growth and spiritual practice. Prior to this, Ross worked in wellness real estate, served as an advisor to startups in the wellness and prop-tech spaces, and held leadership roles on numerous industry and non-profit boards. We talked about how he used to literally say “I’m not someone who breaks trail”, his path to becoming his own boss, and that “productive time” isn’t more noble than...
Aug 18, 2021•Season 1Ep. 13
My guest today is Ethan Estess, a marine scientist, artist, and surfer who communicates the message of ocean stewardship through sculpture. His artwork has been exhibited at venues like the World Economic Forum, San Francisco International Airport, the Getty Museum, and Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch. We talked about his love of bluefin tuna, how it’s ok to have multiple passions, and that friendships have led to all the good things that have happened in his career. Follow Ethan on Instagram @ethan.e...
Aug 11, 2021•Season 1Ep. 11
My guest today is Max Hammer, a professional free-skier, filmmaker, and founder of Ski More Good. He’s also a husband, father of two, and host home provider for his brother-in-law with Down syndrome. We talked about keeping life simple, telling stories, and balancing taking charge with following someone else’s lead. More info on Max at SkiMoreGood.com Photo Credits: Andrew Miller - andrewmillerphotos.com Gray Thompson - @graythompson_ on Instagram Joel Oberly - @chasing87colours on Instagram Edi...
Aug 11, 2021•Season 1Ep. 12
