Designed for those who crave the inside scoop on everything from people to policy to profits, each THRIVE episode transforms complex business and HR topics into clear, actionable advice. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or an aspiring leader, this podcast is your go-to source for cutting through the noise and gaining a competitive advantage.
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Hear from industry leaders on leadership, strategy, marketing, and sales. We're talking to top CEOs and business leaders. This is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs, executives and experts that want to get real results that will last. About Mission Matters: At Mission Matters we amplify stories for Entrepreneurs, Executives and Experts. Our host and Co Founder, Adam Torres has interviewed 6,000+ guests and hosts 8 shows. At the heart of our media brand is a want to help professionals cut th ...
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Los Angeles Consulting Group April Events 2025
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23:36Listen to the April event coverage for the Los Angeles Consulting Group. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Kathleen Tepley, Founder of Los Angeles Consulting Group, discuss upcoming events. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on…
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FutureThink's CEO Lisa Bodell: How Simplicity Drives Business Success
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26:02Is complexity holding your team back? On this episode of THRIVE, Gene Marks chats with Lisa Bodell, keynote speaker, author of Why Simple Wins, and CEO of FutureThink, to explore how simplifying business processes can spark innovation and boost engagement. Lisa shares actionable strategies to make your workplace simpler and more productive — from c…
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John Tauriac Participates in FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025
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10:15Listen to FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025 coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and John Tauriac, Co-Founder & CEO at HydrokinetX, explore how marine energy powers oceanic intelligence and FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be…
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Sarah S. Hughes Participates in FII PRIORITY
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10:41Listen to FII PRIORITY coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Sarah S. Hughes, Acquisition Sales at Quadient, explore challenging self limiting beliefs and overcoming them and FII PRIORITY. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a gue…
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Alicia Eastman Participates in FII PRIORITY
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16:51Listen to FII PRIORITY coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Alicia Eastman, Managing Director, APC Investors; Co-Founder & Board Member of InterContinental Energy, explore emissions elimination utilizing all low emissions intensity resources coupled with energy efficiencies and FII PRIORITY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…
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Listen to FII PRIORITY coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Atif Syed, Founder and CEO at Wootzano, explore robotics in Saudi Arabia and FII PRIORITY. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lp…
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Felipe Felicio Participates in FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025
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12:29Listen to FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025 coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Felipe Felicio, Partner at GWM Partners, explore GWM Partners and investing in Brazil and Saudi Arabia. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: h…
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Small Business Concerns: Economic Stability, Cybersecurity, Inflation, and Succession Planning
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7:01On this week's episode of the Paychex THRIVE Week in Review, host Gene Marks talks about key news items affecting small businesses. Recent surveys from MetLife, the US Chamber of Commerce, Viking Cloud, and the US Census Bureau, focus on three main topics: a slight decline in the small business index due to softening in business health and cash flo…
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Unlikely Gifts Unwrapped: Unfiltered Reflections on Life After Breast Cancer
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13:03New book alert! In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Diane Simard, Mental Health, Cancer Advocate & Author at Unlikely Gift Productions, LLC., explore Diane's new book, Unlikely Gifts Unwrapped: Unfiltered Reflections on Life After Breast Cancer. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on b…
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Chris Snook Participates in FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025
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20:27Listen to FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025 coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Chris Snook, Founder and Managing Partner at ATOMIQ, explore Investing in the Arbitrage of Bits and Atoms and FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply …
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Trends in the Formation of New Credit Funds
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20:04What are the current trends in the formation of new credit funds?In this episode, Adam Torres and Neil ODonnell, Managing Partner at Legal Scale LLP, explore credit funds. Neil will also be participating in the Venture Debt Conference hosted by DealFlow events. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date info…
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Structured Finance and Asset-based Financing Facilities
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20:40What should borrowers consider when reviewing and comparing term sheets? In this episode, Adam Torres and Mehak Rashid, Managing Partner at Legal Scale LLP. Explore Structured Finance and Asset-based Financing Facilities. Mehak will also be participating in the Venture Debt Conference hosted by DealFlow events. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://w…
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Lack of Exits and Extending Loan Terms in Equity Challenged Markets
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20:15What devices are VC Lenders using to extend runway for their borrowers and/or exit deals early? In this episode, Adam Torres and Jennifer Post, Partner at Thompson Coburn LLP, explore VC lenders. Jennifer will also be participating in the Venture Debt Conference hosted by DealFlow events. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askada…
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Is the absence of a public market affecting venture lending? In this episode, Adam Torres and Troy Zander, Partner at Manatt, explore venture lending. Troy Zander, Partner at Manatt, explore venture lending. Troy will also be participating in the Venture Debt Conference hosted by DealFlow events. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.co…
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Mission Matters Future of Investing in Entertainment - West Hollywood, California
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44:00Listen to the Mission Matters Future of Investing in Entertainment - West Hollywood, California, event coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Sandy Climan, CEO of Entertainment Media Ventures, Jeff Bowler, Emmy Award-winning Film and Television Producer, Michael Becker, Founder & CEO at Imprint Entertainment, LLC, explore the future of investin…
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Underpants Gnome Syndrome: Understanding ‘step 2’ of the Business Plan
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14:47What are the most common pitfalls or challenges that business owners face? In this episode, Adam Torres interviews TJ Slattery, Founder & Strategic Advisor at Crowsnest Consulting, explore scaling businesses and what it takes to build a culture of care? Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information …
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Lord Carmine Villani Participates in FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025
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15:46Listen to FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025 coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Lord Carmine Villani, CEO at Crown MFO Gulf, explore localization benefits in Saudi Arabia and FII PRIORITY MIAMI 2025. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest o…
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How to Craft a Brand Message that Captivates and Converts
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15:56How does The Magic Script™ help businesses cut through the marketing noise? In this episode, Adam Torres and Jimi Gibson, VP Brand Communication at Thrive Internet Marketing Agency, explore Jimi's 25+ years in brand messaging. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour s…
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Launching a Successful Fractional CTO Practice with Lior through CTOx
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12:51CTOx addresses the challenges faced by technology leaders wanting to transition into fractional roles. In this episode, Adam Torres and Lior Weinstein, Fractional CTO and Founder of CTOx, explore Lior's background and what inspired him to start CTOx. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on …
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HERlocity is helping female entrepreneurs build scalable and sustainable businesses by blending purpose, strategy/execution, and personal growth. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Luisa Molano, Founder of HERlocity, explore Luisa's journey as an entrepreneur and HERlocity. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ f…
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The Fed on Interest Rates, EEOC on DEI, Small Businesses on AI
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7:43The outlook from the Federal Reserve is that everything is on target, so they aren’t budging interest rates. Not great news, according to Gene Marks, for small business trying to secure cheaper funding, but at least they feel the economic outlook is good. Over at the EEOC, executive orders from the new administration have businesses scrambling arou…
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Paychex's Sarah Faye Pierce: Breaking Down Key Executive Orders & What They Mean for Your Business
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22:10How will the latest executive orders affect your business? Tune into this episode of THRIVE, where Gene chats with Sarah Faye Pierce, Head of Government Relations at Paychex. Sarah breaks down what executive orders are, how they influence regulations, and what they could mean for small and mid-sized businesses like yours. From tariffs to DEI, they …
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Optimism Drops, Amazon Boycotts Hit Small Businesses, Botox Discrimination
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7:29Despite being at historic high levels, small businesses optimism dropped last month and recorded its second-lowest reading for uncertainty in the history of the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Gene Marks says we need to keep an eye on this. He also shares details of how boycotts don’t always impact those being boycotted. Plus, learn …
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Revolutionizing Medication Adherence with Smart, Tamper-Proof Dispensing Technology
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12:17SecretBox aims to improve medication adherence and reduce misuse risks. In this episode, Adam Torres and Sofia Carvalho, Founder & CEO at SecretBox, explore Sofia's entrepreneurial journey and SecretBox. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a …
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Anna Yoo Interviewed at Monetize Talks 15th Edition in Beverly Hills, California
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15:18Listen to the Monetize Talks coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Anna Yoo, Founder & Host of It Starts With Yoo, explore It Starts With Yoo and the Monetize Talks event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast…
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Houda Chami Interviewed at Monetize Talks 15th Edition in Beverly Hills, California
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9:18Listen to the Monetize Talks coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Houda Chami, Founder of Girls Power Network, LLC. (GPN), explore Girls Power Network, LLC. (GPN) and the Monetize Talks event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be …
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What does it take to build a successful business? In this episode, Adam Torres and Mark Sessions, Co Founder at SKS Global, explore SKS Global and horse racing. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatter…
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Fed Talks Inflation and Uncertainty, Job Growth Moderate, OT Rule Appealed
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7:36The chair of the Federal Reserve said that Americans should expect economic fluctuation and inflation while adjusting to the implementation of new policies, but the target of 2% is on track. Gene Marks comments on that while noting that the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch continues to show moderate job growth but stagnant hourly earnings gr…
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Megan Pormer Interviewed at Monetize Talks 15th Edition in Beverly Hills, California
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8:47Listen to the Monetize Talks coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Megan Pormer, Media Strategist at Megan Pormer Media, explore Megan Pormer Media and the Monetize Talks event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our p…
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Scaling SaaS, Growth Strategies & Leadership Insights
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18:07What are the key factors SaaS CEOs should focus on to balance rapid growth with operational efficiency? In this episode, Adam Torres and Randy Wootton, CEO at Maxio, explore Maxio and trends in B2b Saas market. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply t…
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Will Roundtree Interviewed at Monetize Talks 15th Edition in Beverly Hills, California
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8:34Listen to the Monetize Talks coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Will Roundtree, Founder of WE Management Services, explore WE Management Services and the Monetize Talks event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our …
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Diego Alba Interviewed at Monetize Talks 15th Edition in Beverly Hills, California
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10:00Listen to the Monetize Talks coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Diego Alba, Founder of Ignyte, explore Ignyte and the Monetize Talks event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpag…
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Sean Lee to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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9:43Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Sean Lee, General Manager at The American Dream Builders Inc., explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://mi…
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Author Jason Dorsey: Generational Clashes at Work — How to Bridge the Divide
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32:25Do you know which generation is most frustrated with Gen Z? Or why millennials seem to get such a bad reputation? Join Gene Marks as he chats with Jason Dorsey, president of the Center for Generational Kinetics and author of Zconomy, to explore the dynamics between the five generations in today’s workforce. From bridging the divide between Gen Z an…
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How Busy Professionals Can Stay Fit and Healthy without Losing their Mind or Breaking the Bank
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11:35How can you stay fit and healthy in a sustainable manner? In this episode, Adam Torres and Irina Swan, Co Founder at Healthiest Chef, explore Irina's journey as an entrepreneur and Healthiest Chef. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest …
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Longevity Leadership Conference in Los Angeles
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16:58New event alert! In this episode, Adam Torres and Elias Arjan, Founder/CEO at Healthspan Productions, explore the upcoming Longevity Leadership Conference that Healthspan Productions will be hosting with Mission Matters. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedul…
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Carlos Ruiz to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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12:05Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Carlos Ruiz, CEO & Founder at Working Entrepreneurs, explore Working Entrepreneurs and Mega Mix Expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https:…
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Chanel Wan to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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15:38Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Chanel Wan, Korean Skincare Beauty Expert at Riman Korean Skincare, explore Riman and the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ht…
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Ashima Gupta to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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11:18Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Ashima Gupta, Owner of Code Ninjas (Northridge, Los Angeles, Altadena), explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: h…
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Yvonne LaRose to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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10:11Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Yvonne LaRose, Consultant at Consultant's Desk, explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lp…
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Peter Alexander to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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13:16Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Peter Alexander, President of Urban Shore Builders, explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatter…
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How NearMe Entertainment is Revolutionizing Tourism Starting with VegasNearMe
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19:41VegasNearMe is on a mission to create the world's best tourism discovery platform. In this episode, Adam Torres and George Meyer, CEO & Cofounder at NearMe Entertainment Inc. / VegasNearMe, explore George's journey as an entrepreneur and VegasNearMe. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on …
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Steady Leadership, Bold Growth: Thriving in 2025’s Volatile Meat Industry
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17:17How does a brand like Teton Waters Ranch find equilibrium and thrive in today’s highly volatile, highly competitive meat industry? In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Kevin Pallaoro, President & CEO at GrassFed Foods, explore Kevin's journey as an entrepreneur and GrassFed Foods. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorr…
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A Tariff Workaround, SBA Leader Sets Agenda, and Impact of Mass IRS Layoffs
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6:42Another week, another set of tariffs against normal trading partners – and these steeper than the previous ones. However, host Gene Marks says businesses might be able to defer paying the extra cost by using bonded warehouses and several other avenues. He also shares that the SBA Director Kelly Loeffler plans, among her top 3 items, an extensive au…
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Revolutionizing Retail with AI Agents & Tools
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15:12How have consumers' expectations changed when it comes to online shopping? In this episode, Adam Torres and Vinod Kumar Ramachandran, Co-Founder & CEO at Big Sur AI, explore online shopping and Big Sur AI. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be …
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How to Get SBA Financing to Buy Your First Business
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11:55What are the advantages of the SBA loan program versus other bank loans? In this episode, Adam Torres and Beau Eckstein, Founder of Business Ownership Coach Inc., explore how aspiring business owners can use an SBA loan to buy their first business. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on bo…
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Farah Kanchar to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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11:44Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Farah Kanchar, Founder and President at Arab American Business Chamber, explore the Arab American Business Chamber and Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be…
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Kelli Holmes to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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14:34Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Kelli Holmes, Founder & CEO at TEAM Referral Network, explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatt…
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Willy Sanjuan to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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11:25Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres and Willy Sanjuan, Co-Founders at Willy Sanjuan Photography, explore Willy Sanjuan Photography and the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our po…
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Joseph Conger to Participate in the Mega Mix Expo
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8:11Listen to Mega Mix Expo coverage. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Joseph Conger, Founder & CEO at Clean Slate Rodent Control, explore the upcoming Megamix expo. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missi…
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