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[EO San Francisco] Building a Purpose-Driven eCommerce Business After Burnout With Chris Farkas

[EO San Francisco] Building a Purpose-Driven eCommerce Business After Burnout With Chris Farkas

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, John Corcoran sits down with Chris Farkas, President of EmergencyKits.com, to talk about building a purpose-driven e-commerce business after burnout. They discuss his transition from consulting to owning a product business, how he chose the right company to acquire, and the mindset shift required to step back from something you’ve built. Chris also shares lessons from past failures and how he’s using them to fuel his current success.

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Why Direct Mail Still Works (And How To Do It Right) With Rick Rappe

Why Direct Mail Still Works (And How To Do It Right) With Rick Rappe

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Rick Rappe, President and Owner of RPM Direct Marketing, to discuss how to build direct mail campaigns that actually convert. They explore why the proper format matters more than flash, how to avoid the most common mistakes marketers make, and why testing beats guessing every time. Rick also gives advice on integrating AI into direct mail strategy.

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[EO San Francisco] Helping Startups Raise Millions With Strategic Branding With Olga Svitelska

[EO San Francisco] Helping Startups Raise Millions With Strategic Branding With Olga Svitelska

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host John Corcoran speaks with ​Olga Svitelska, Founding Partner and Chief Operating Officer of Wunderdogs, to discuss how start-ups can raise millions through strategic branding. They explore how to bridge the gap between tech and storytelling, how Olga transitioned from fashion to branding, and why AI is a tool, not a replacement for creativity. ​Olga also shares lessons from working under President Zelensky earlier in her career.

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[EO Silicon Valley] Leveraging Direct Mail To Supercharge Your Business With Mike Gunderson

[EO Silicon Valley] Leveraging Direct Mail To Supercharge Your Business With Mike Gunderson

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Mike Gunderson, President of Gundir, to discuss how businesses can use direct mail to supercharge their marketing. Mike shares insights on common mistakes companies make with direct mail, the role of data in campaign success, and the power of testing different formats to optimize results. He also reveals how his innovative platform, PostReminder, is helping businesses merge direct mail with digital engagement.

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[EO San Francisco] How to Grow a Law Firm That Makes a Difference With Eric Toscano

[EO San Francisco] How to Grow a Law Firm That Makes a Difference With Eric Toscano

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host John Corcoran sits down with Eric Toscano, Founder & CEO of Tenant Law Group, to discuss how he built a thriving mission-driven law firm. Eric shares the challenges of managing unpredictable cash flow, the key strategies for scaling a remote legal team, and how AI is reshaping modern law firms. He also talks about how to balance business growth with a strong social impact.

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[EO San Francisco] How Jon Bunten Built a Thriving Brokerage Business by Prioritizing Client Service

[EO San Francisco] How Jon Bunten Built a Thriving Brokerage Business by Prioritizing Client Service

In this episode, host John Corcoran sits down with Jon Bunten, Co-founder and CEO of RecorGroup, to discuss how prioritizing client service helped him build a thriving brokerage business. They explore how Jon’s military background shaped his leadership style, why he saw a huge gap in the industry, and how he turned that insight into a fast-growing business. Jon also shares how self-reflection and personal growth played a pivotal role in his journey to success.

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[EO Boston] The Entrepreneur’s Playbook: Scaling and Avoiding Costly Mistakes With Eric Crews

[EO Boston] The Entrepreneur’s Playbook: Scaling and Avoiding Costly Mistakes With Eric Crews

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Eric Crews, Founder and CEO of Crews & co., to discuss the key principles of scaling a company while avoiding common pitfalls. Eric explains how to build a financial framework that supports expansion, the role of OKRs in driving alignment, and the biggest hiring mistakes that hinder growth. He also shares insights on structuring businesses for long-term profitability and exit potential.

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[EO Argentina] Building Engineering Bridges Across Borders With Roger Einstoss

[EO Argentina] Building Engineering Bridges Across Borders With Roger Einstoss

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Roger Einstoss, Co-founder and CEO of Braintly, to discuss how US businesses can build remote engineering teams with Latin American talent. Roger shares the biggest mistakes companies make when hiring technical talent and Braintly’s approach to vetting engineers. He also gives insight into fostering a strong remote work culture and maintaining high performance in distributed teams.

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[EO San Francisco] Building a MultiMillion-Dollar Immersive Theater Business With Nick A. Olivero

[EO San Francisco] Building a MultiMillion-Dollar Immersive Theater Business With Nick A. Olivero

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, John Corcoran sits down with Nick A. (Ollie) Olivero, Co-Founder & Executive Director at Boxcar Theatre, to discuss how he built a thriving immersive theater business. He shares how he built The Speakeasy, the strategy behind turning theater into a sustainable business model, and how he successfully raised funding for large-scale productions.

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[Tenured Member Series] The Evolution of Nearshoring Talent Solutions With Devin Koch

[Tenured Member Series] The Evolution of Nearshoring Talent Solutions With Devin Koch

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, John Corcoran speaks with Devin Koch, Founder and Chairman of Teamswell, to discuss how nearshoring talent solutions have transformed modern businesses. Devin shares lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey, strategies he used to build a scalable and effective nearshore team, and the impact of creating meaningful employee experiences.

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