The Shades of Entrepreneurship™
The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ is a top-tier entrepreneurial podcast featuring real conversations with entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners. Tune in for startup success stories, actionable business growth strategies, and honest reflections on the entrepreneurial journey. Each episode is packed with entrepreneurship tips and tricks, startup funding tips, and founder insights to help you build, scale, and lead with confidence. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this podcast is your guide to unlocking business owners' success secrets and turning vision into venture.
Episode 203: Betting on Yourself with James Hilovsky – Navigating Franchise Ownership
In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship™, host Gabriel Flores sits down with James Hilovsky, CEO of The Fran Dream, to explore the world of franchise ownership. James shares his transition from the fast-food industry to franchise consulting, the steps to evaluate a good opportunity, and why networking is crucial to franchise success.
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Wilson Zehr: Reinventing Direct Mail in the Digital Age
Wilson Zehr, founder of Zairmail, joins The Shades of Entrepreneurship to share how direct mail is evolving in the digital age. From launching hybrid mail solutions to creating Speedy, a tool for one-to-one mailing, Wilson explains how automation and audience targeting make direct mail more effective than ever. He breaks down the benefits of first-class vs. standard A mail and shares a real-world campaign success in Eastern Oregon. If you're in real estate, insurance, or service-based industries, this episode is a must-listen.
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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Leveraging Open Source Software for Business Growth
Unlock the secrets to entrepreneurial success with host Gabriel Flores on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ by understanding the role of open source software in empowering businesses. Hear how David Young build Federated Computer's suite of tools is transforming the way entrepreneurs build and customize their infrastructure for optimal performance.
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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: The Penji Journey with Johnathan Grzybowski
Join host Gabriel Flores on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ in this exclusive interview as Johnathan Grzybowski reveals the key strategies behind Penji's creative subscription service, revolutionizing graphic design, web development, and marketing. Gain invaluable insights into solving real, large problems, fostering clear communication, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurial growth.
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Crafting a Solid IP Strategy: Key Steps for Entrepreneurs
Discover the key steps entrepreneurs should take to develop a robust intellectual property (IP) strategy on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ featuring Jeff Holman, CEO of Intellectual Strategies. Explore the significance of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets in protecting your brand assets and innovations. Learn how to avoid common IP mistakes and build a strong foundation for your business.
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From Yacht Racing to High-Tech Drones: The Carbonix Story with Founder Dario Valenza
On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Dario Valenza, founder of Carbonix, to explore his journey from America’s Cup yacht racing to developing cutting-edge long-range drones.
Dario shares how he applied his expertise in aerodynamics and composite structures to create fixed-wing VTOL drones designed for critical infrastructure inspection. They discuss Carbonix’s business model, strategic partnerships, and expansion into the U.S. market, along with the future of automated drone operations.
Tune in to learn how innovation and precision engineering are reshaping aerial technology!
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Blending Business and Investing: The Entrepreneurial Edge with Maxwell Nee of ScoreApp
On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Maxwell Nee, an entrepreneur-turned-investor, to discuss his journey from corporate banking to building and scaling businesses. Maxwell shares insights into the entrepreneurial vs. investor mindset, his experience launching ventures in Singapore’s sustainable industries, and his investment in ScoreApp, a powerful quiz-based marketing platform.
We also dive into strategies for high profitability with minimal marketing spend, avoiding burnout, and surrounding yourself with top talent. Tune in for a masterclass in business growth, smart investing, and the future of entrepreneurship!
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Scaling Success with Virtual Assistant with Founder of Virtual Assistant Academy Molly Rose Speed
On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Molly Rose Speed, Founder of Virtual Assistant Academy, to discuss the power of outsourcing and how virtual assistants can transform the way entrepreneurs run their businesses. Molly Rose shares her journey from corporate life to building a business that trains top-tier virtual assistants, helping business owners reclaim their time and scale efficiently.
Join us as we dive into the future of remote work, automation, and the essential skills needed to build a successful VA business. Tune in for valuable insights on productivity, delegation, a...
Kris Jones: Crafting Story-Driven Websites
In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, Gabriel sits down with Kris Jones, author of From Click to Clients and owner of Red Door Designs, to explore the transformative power of storytelling in marketing. Kris shares how a compelling brand story can help businesses connect with their audience and convert visitors into loyal clients, even in challenging economic times.
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From DEI to Belonging: Don Berger’s Mission to Redefine Workplace Culture
In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Don Berger to explore the transformative power of belonging in the workplace. Don shares his personal journey—from being adopted and moving from Israel to the U.S., to founding a successful event planning software company. He discusses how his experiences inspired him to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) while recognizing that true belonging goes beyond corporate strategies. Don dives into his framework from The Quest to help individuals find personal belonging and introduces his latest venture: intimate retreat centers designed to foster connection an...
