Exponential Growth with David Olivencia
Exponential Growth with David Olivencia:In a rapidly evolving world, understanding the dynamics of exponential growth is essential for success. Join David Olivencia—technology disruption enabler, unicorn investor, and author of NetWORKing Excellence—as he delves into the latest trends, insights, investments, and leadership strategies shaping our future. What to Expect:Emerging Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with in-depth analyses of technological advancements and market shifts driving exponential growth.Investment Insights: Gain insider knowledge on high-potential investment opportunities and strategies from an experienced early-stage investor. Leadership Strategies: Learn effective leadership development approaches to navigate and thrive in an era of rap...
Alejandro Mainetto: Leading Digital Innovation, Smart Investing, and AI
In this powerful episode of Exponential Growth, I sit down with Alejandro Mainetto, visionary CIO/CTO, GenAI expert, angel investor, and board leader, to explore the exponential forces shaping our world. Alejandro shares wisdom from two decades of transforming organizations through cutting-edge technology, innovation strategy, and AI deployment.
We go deep on:
How leaders can thrive during digital disruption
The real-world impact of generative AI on legacy sectors
Trends in investing in startups and tech ventures
& More
Whether you’re a tech executive, investor, or future-forward thinker, th...
Media, Investments & Technology Through a Cultural Intelligence® Lens: Lili Gil Valletta on Shaping the Future
🎙️ Exponential Growth | Episode with Lili Gil Valletta
Topic: Media, Investments & Technology Through a Cultural Intelligence® Lens
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Lili Gil Valletta, a trailblazing entrepreneur, board director, media commentator, and Cultural Intelligence® expert.
From arriving in the U.S. at 17 without speaking English to co-founding two global firms—CIEN+ and Human Dot Plus—Lili has redefined what it means to lead with purpose, data, and culture. A former Johnson & Johnson executive and one of less than 1% of Latinas on public company boards, she brings shar...
Technology, Leadership, and Wealth: Engineering the Future with Kevin Klenk
🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast | Episode with Kevin Klenk
In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Klenk, a seasoned technology leader whose career has spanned Ford, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), and now The Aerospace Corporation. We explore how cutting-edge tech is powering everything from deep space missions to national defense, and what that means for our digital future.
If you're passionate about exponential technologies, national innovation, or the future of space and defense, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
🎙️ Session 1 & 2 Recap | Exponential Growth Podcast
Welcome to the Exponential Growth Podcast! In this session recap, we cover the key takeaways from our episodes that are packed with insights, inspiration, and practical strategies for growth-minded individuals and entrepreneurs.
Whether you’re building a business, scaling your personal brand, or simply looking to grow, this recap gives you a quick, powerful dose of motivation and clarity.
👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share if you found value!
Leadership, Quantum Computing and Investing with Gregory Hedges
Leadership, Quantum Computing, and Investing with Gregory Hedges
In this engaging episode, we dive into a compelling conversation with Gregory Hedges, a visionary at the crossroads of cutting-edge technology, strategic leadership, and investing. From leading high-performing teams to exploring the frontiers of quantum computing, Gregory shares how emerging tech is reshaping industries and influencing tomorrow’s investment decisions.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an investor looking for the next big wave, or a leader navigating change, this episode is packed with actionable insights and futuristic thinking.
Tune in...
"Healthcare Is 20% of Our Economy — And It’s Broken" – Dr. Alejandro Badia Sounds the Alarm
🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast with David Olvenia
Guest: Dr. Alejandro Badia – Orthopedic Surgeon, Founder of OrthoNOW, Author, Healthcare Advocate
In this engaging and insightful episode, host David Olivencia sits down with Dr. Alejandro Badia, a leading orthopedic hand and upper limb surgeon and the founder of OrthoNOW, to explore the future of healthcare, innovation, and systemic reform.
What You’ll Learn:
Dr. Badia’s Immigrant Journey & Medical CareerFrom Cuba to New Jersey, Ivy League education, and decades of surgical excellence.His entrepr...Amplifiers of Growth: Leadership, AI, and Investing with Fernando Rosario
“Amplifiers of Growth: Leadership, AI, and Investing with Fernando Rosario”
In this high-energy episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David reconnects with longtime friend and leadership expert Fernando Rosario. From Puerto Rico to Purdue, Fortune 500 boardrooms to adrenaline sports, Fernando shares his fascinating career journey and hard-earned insights on exponential leadership.
Together, they explore:
The evolving role of AI in software and fintechHow leaders can avoid buzzword traps and think strategicallyThe concept of "amplifiers" — people who elevate your successFernando’s upcoming book and AI-powered coaching toolsInvestment strategies rooted in expertise and curiosit...Unlocking Exponential Growth: Tech, AI & Brain Science with Jesús Mantas
Innovation in Technology and Leadership
The episode features Jesús Mantas, former IBM executive, who shares insights from his extensive career. He emphasizes how foundational technologies like the internet and cloud computing revolutionized industries, paving the way for current innovations in AI
⚙️ Cloud and AI Transformation
Mantas discusses how tasks that once took weeks can now be completed in seconds due to cloud advancements. This shift laid the groundwork for AI's explosive growth, enabling powerful platforms to build creative solutions faster.
🤖 The Rise of AI and the Creativit...
BONUS: The journey of Certiverse with CEO, Ruben Garcia
In this special bonus episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David Olivenia sits down with Ruben Garcia, CEO of Certiverse, a groundbreaking platform transforming the certification industry. From raising $17 million to achieving 400% growth, Ruben reveals the innovative tech and business strategies powering their journey. Hear how Certiverse disrupts costly, outdated models with AI-driven, scalable solutions, enabling organizations to build certification exams faster, cheaper, and better. Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or lifelong learner, this conversation offers valuable insights into building resilient businesses and leveraging innovation for exponential growth.
Subscribe now to the Exponential Growth Podcast...
How AI and Brain Tech Are Revolutionizing Mental Health | Dr. Ramses Alcaide of Neurable
In this thought-provoking episode, host David Olivencia sits down with Dr. Ramses Alcaide, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Neurable, to explore how brain-computer interfaces and artificial intelligence are reshaping our understanding of mental performance and health.
Dr. Alcaide shares the personal story that led him to create brain-controlled prosthetics, and how that mission evolved into founding a startup focused on wearable neurotech. Learn how Neurable’s revolutionary headphones and earbuds can measure brain metrics like focus, brain age, and neurodegeneration—offering insights once locked away in labs.
Discover the role of AI in interpreting brain data...
Disruption, Resilience & AI: Reinventing the Supply Chain with Luis Solana
🎙️ Exponential Growth Podcast | Supply Chain Innovation with Luis Solana
In this episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David Olivencia sits down with supply chain veteran and investor Luis Solana to explore the forces shaping the future of global supply chains. From leading operations at DHL, Colgate-Palmolive, and Bridgestone to advising private equity firms, Luis shares his journey, lessons learned from entrepreneurship, and insights into today’s biggest trends.
Tune in as we cover:
✅ Luis’s global career in supply chain leadership
✅ The three megatrends transforming supply chains: automation & digitization, v...
BONUS Episode: With Francisco Cornejo, Founder of Storybook App
Exponential Growth fans, I've got something special for you! I sat down with Francisco Cornejo, Founder of Storybook App, a wellness-tech startup and a proud Angeles Investors portfolio company.
We're diving deep into topics such as what real exponential growth looks like, how Storybook scaled impact across global families, the power of purpose-driven leadership in tech, and more.
Don't miss this one. Hit subscribe and tune in. Let's grow exponentially together!
Entrepreneurship, Leadership, & Investing with Staci LaToison
Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Investing with Staci LaToison
Welcome to Exponential Growth. This week, we are joined by visionary investor and empowerment advocate Staci LaToison, founder of Dream Big Ventures and host of Her Money Moves (StaciLaToison.com).
This isn’t just another business podcast.
It’s a deep dive into the mindset, strategy, and resilience it takes to scale not just companies, but legacies.
💬 Topics We Explore:
Leadership that inspires action and drives change Investing strategies from angel rounds to generational wealthEmpoweri..."AI hasn’t replaced human connection. It’s amplified it"
Join host David Olivencia as he sits down with dynamic entrepreneur Korina Sanchez in this inspiring episode of Exponential Growth! Broadcasting live from Salvi Studios in Chicago, Korina shares her incredible journey, from practicing law to leading her family's hospitality empire with six successful venues, and now launching a 1.2-gigawatt solar panel facility in Puerto Rico.
Korina Sanchez discusses:
Her pivot from corporate law to hospitality entrepreneurship Challenges and triumphs of managing multiple restaurants and event spaces Launching a 100% American-owned solar manufacturing company in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico The transformative role of...Exponential Thinking: Tech, Trends, and Longevity with William M. Velez
Exponential Growth with David Olivencia
Guest: William M. Velez
In this energizing episode, William M. Velez takes us on a journey from his roots in electrical engineering to leadership roles as CIO across industries. From launching his career at Accenture to earning an MBA, William reveals the strategic blend of tech and business that shaped his executive path.
Learn how he helped lead a company to IPO through digital transformation, battled online fraud, and innovated customer acquisition.Discover the three tech trends he’s betting on: robotics, quantum computing, and biotech.Ga...Augmented Reality, Investment Trends & Spatial Computing with Ray Kallmeyer
Welcome to Season 2 of the Exponential Growth Podcast!
We’re kicking off the new season with a powerhouse episode with Ray Kallmeyer, CEO of Enklu, that dives deep into the technologies shaping our future. Hosted by David Olivencia, this episode sets the tone for what's to come: Insightful conversations with innovators leading exponential change.
Episode Summary
- From Gaming to AR Innovation
Ray Kallmeyer, CEO of Enklu, shares his personal journey from programming and gaming to leading in the spatial computing space. His passion was ignited from childhood an...
Leadership, Opportunities, and Investments with Adela Cepeda
Leadership, Opportunities, and Investments with Adela Cepeda
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Adela Cepeda, a trailblazing financial expert and investor, to explore the intersection of leadership, opportunities, and investments. With decades of experience in corporate finance and board leadership, Adela shares her journey as a Latina, the lessons she’s learned, and the impact of strategic investments in driving economic growth.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation
🎧 Listen now and get ready to be inspired!
"AI is changing content creation. There’s no barrier to entry anymore."
Episode Summary
In this exciting episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David Olivencia sits down with William Salvi, co-founder of Salvi Studios and host of the Emmy award-winning CEO Series. Broadcasting from the newly launched Salvi Studios in Chicago, this conversation dives into William’s journey of building a successful media company, his take on the digital content revolution, and the impact of AI and exponential growth in media.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
From Marketing to Media Pow..."AI, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Robotics will revolutionize industries from healthcare to supply chain and beyond."
Welcome to Exponential Growth with David Olivencia, the podcast where we explore the technologies, strategies, and leadership principles shaping the future. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and disruptors who are driving change in the world’s biggest companies and fastest-growing startups.
In this episode, we sit down with Diego Ocampo, a tech leader with experience at Amazon, Verizon, and Rivian, to discuss:
- The game-changing impact of AI, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Robotics
- Smart investment strategies in em...
“The biggest companies are investing billions in AI and energy—what does that tell you? Follow the money.”
Exponential Growth Podcast – Featuring Claudio Robertson(JP Morgan Private Bank)
In this episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, host David Olivencia sits down with Claudio Robertson, Executive Director at JP Morgan Private Bank, to discuss his inspiring journey, the future of investing, and the secrets of ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
Key Topics Covered:
✅ From Ensenada to Wall Street – How Clao transitioned from a family fishing business to a high-powered finance career.
✅ Lessons from Lehman Brothers – What the 2...
"The Acceleration of Technology Today Is Unlike Anything We've Seen Before."
Guest Spotlight - Guillermo Diaz
Guillermo Diaz, former Chief Information Officer at Cisco and now CEO of Conectado, shares his remarkable journey from Silicon Valley leadership to driving AI literacy and workforce transformation. With over 30 years in tech, he has led major transformations, served on corporate boards, and invested in high-growth startups like Facebook.
Future of Technology - Secure Spatial AI
Guillermo Diaz explores the impact of AI, cybersecurity, and immersive spatial experiences on the future of work and education. He emphasizes how Secure Spatial AI will revolutionize how...
"AI is not just another trend. It’s as transformational as the Internet itself."
The Future is Exponential. Are You Ready?
In the latest episode of Exponential Growth, we explore how technology, AI, cloud computing, and leadership are shaping the future of business.
Our guest, Juan Carlos Gutierrez, is a tech leader with more than 30 years of experience at Oracle, PWC, and AWS.
Where the world is headed?
Cloud & AI: The Next Frontier
Less than 20% of global businesses have moved to the cloud. The opportunity? Massive.AWS is leading digital transformation for companies and governments.Generative..."AI is everywhere."
Join David Olivencia in this episode of the Exponential Growth Podcast, where he explores the intersection of AI, technology, innovation, and leadership. Featuring Max Rivera, a global leader in tech partnerships at Snap Inc., the conversation dives deep into AI, augmented reality (AR), and investment strategies shaping the future.
Key Takeaways:
Max Rivera’s Journey: From his immigrant experience moving from Honduras to the U.S. to playing a pivotal role in Snap Inc.’s global expansion.Tech & Business Growth: Insights into how Snap Inc. achieved unicorn status ($1B valuation) in two years and the importance of t..."AI will transform the future of business, humanity, and society."
Guest Spotlight - Marcelo De Santis:
Marcelo, an experienced technology executive and author, shares his remarkable career journey spanning Argentina, the U.S., and beyond.
Future of Technology - AI's Impact:
Marcelo delves into the transformative role of AI in industries like healthcare, finance, and robotics, stressing the intersection of large language models, AI computing, and software engineering.
Investing in AI:
Insights into long-term AI investment opportunities, focusing on infrastructure, robotics, and end-to-end AI supply chains.
Responsible Innovation:
Emphasizes the importance...
