Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Lauren Kleeman, comedy writer and director of Trailer Park Queen. Lauren shares her experience attending the American Film Market, lessons learned about financing and distribution, and her mission to create authentic, comedic stories that spotlight older women as powerful protagonists. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Jason Mercier, Vice President of Investor Relations & Communications at Pan Global Resources, on copper/gold investing, Pan Global’s exploration projects in Spain, and how investors can evaluate exploration-stage companies using a “People, Place, Project” framework. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Jason Mercier Mr. Mercier is an investor and media relations professional with more than 20 years of experience acquired in a range of mining companies, from exploration-stage juniors to a $15 billion market cap producer. Most recently, he was the global investor relations, and external communications lead for a base and precious metals producer with mines in Canada, Burkina Faso, and Namibia. Mr. Mercier’s past communications successes are grounded in a journalism degree, and he has significant experience building investor support at the institutional, family office, and retail levels. About Pan Global Resources Pan Global Resources Inc. (TSX-V: PGZ; OTCQX: PGZFF) is actively targeting copper-rich mineral deposits, given copper’s compelling supply-demand fundamentals and outlook for strong long-term prices as a critical metal for global electrification and energy transition. The Company’s flagship Escacena Project is located in the prolific Iberian Pyrite Belt in southern Spain, where infrastructure, mining and professional expertise, and support for copper as a Strategic Raw Material by the European Commission collectively define a tier-one jurisdiction for mining investment. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres speaks with Marbella Avilez, writer, producer, actress, and creator of Stories of Love, Sex and Other Things…. Marbella shares her creative journey across theater, television, and books, and explains her mission to make fiction accessible as a tool for mental wellbeing, empathy, and creativity. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Anil Diwan, Founder of NanoViricides Inc., about the company’s mission to develop revolutionary antiviral therapies. Anil explains the vision for empiric antiviral treatment, the challenges of viral mutation, and how NanoViricides is advancing its approach through the NV-387 program. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Anil Diwan Dr. Diwan has been President and Chairman of the Board of the Company since its founding in 2005 Dr. Diwan spearheaded the efforts for the Company's 2013 uplisting from the OTC Markets to NYSE-American. Dr. Diwan has led several of the Company's financing efforts since 2010. About NanoViricides Inc. NanoViricides, Inc. is a global leader in the development of nanomedicine drugs against viruses. Our unique nanoviricide® platform technology defines a novel mechanism enabling first-in class drugs against viruses. A nanoviricide is designed to specifically attack enveloped virus particles, on the same sites that they use to bind to cells, and dismantle them, blocking reinfection cycle, going beyond what antibodies and immunotherapeutics do. A nanoviricide can also be designed to deliver anti-viral payload into infected cells sparing uninfected cells to block replication cycle without toxicity. Our unique biomimetic approach enables creation of drugs that a virus would be highly unlikely to escape due to mutations. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ and ⁠Dr. Soum Rakshit⁠, CEO & Co-Founder of MV.Health, about improving access to urogyn and sexual health care through evidence-based at-home treatment devices. Dr. Rakshit shares how hybrid care models can reduce cost, time burden, and access barriers—especially for patients in rural or underserved communities. About ⁠MV.Health⁠ MV.Health is an award-winning leader in Women's & Men's Health devices. These doctor-designed products adapt to the user's anatomy & deliver targeted vibrations to promote pelvic comfort, support natural lubrication, encourage penile blood-flow & enhance overall intimate health. MV's FSA/HSA eligible devices have won over 60 international awards including Red Dot, iF Design & Design Week. Backed by science & documented in 15 peer-reviewed journal papers, MV devices are recommended by leading doctors in US, UK & Europe and have improved the lives of over 200,000 users worldwide. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Brian Merker, CFO of Horizon Aircraft, about the company’s mission to modernize regional air travel through hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft, certification milestones ahead, and what Horizon is seeking at the Deal Flow Discovery Conference. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Brian Merker Bringing considerable multinational industry experience, Brian has strong technical capabilities in US GAAP/IFRS/ASPE with extensive reporting expertise in heavily regulated markets. From IPOs to private placements and highly-leveraged private equity environments, he has expertly overseen successful integrations and acquisitions, and is skilled at advancing both mid-sized and small organizations. About Horizon Aircraft Founded by an elite fighter pilot and fueled by a lifetime in military and commercial aviation experience, Horizon Aircraft has assembled a team of engineers, pilots, and business specialists dedicated to expanding the possibilities of regional transportation. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres and Majed Mohamed, Head of Community Engagement & Advocacy at Friends of Cancer Patients, talk about reducing stigma, improving early cancer detection, and advancing patient-centered advocacy through awareness, policy engagement, and direct support initiatives in the UAE. About Majed Mohamed A passionate and dedicated Public Health Specialist with a strong foundation in medical sciences, committed to improving health outcomes through strategic advocacy, policy development, and research. Experienced in working across sectors to promote awareness, prevention, and support for patients with NCDs. Focused on enhancing healthcare systems, driving public health initiatives, and contributing to global efforts to improve cancer care. Specializing in patient advocacy, health policy, and research, with a keen interest in fostering partnerships between public and private sectors to create impactful solutions for pressing health challenges. About Friends of Cancer Patients Friends of Cancer Patients charity is a non-profit organization registered at the UAE Ministry of Social Affairs under the ministerial decree No. 427 for the year 2013. FOCP was founded in September 1999 under the directives and patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, International Ambassador of the World Cancer Declaration for Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and International Ambassador for Childhood Cancer for UICC and Founder and Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients society. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Terence Cryan, Executive Chairman of Westwater Resources, about the company’s plan to develop the Coosa graphite deposit, advance the Kellyton processing plant, and strengthen the U.S. supply chain for battery-grade graphite ahead of the Deal Flow Discovery Conference. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Terence Cryan Terence J. Cryan rejoined the Westwater Resources Board as its Chairman in August 2017, and he became Executive Chairman on February 26, 2022. He previously served as a director from October 2006 to March 2016, served as Westwater’s Interim President and Chief Executive Officer from September 2012 to March 2013, and served as Chairman of the Board from June 2014 through March 2016. Mr. Cryan is also Chairman of the Board of Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: OPTT), a renewable energy company providing electric power and communications solutions and services for offshore applications, where he has served as a director since October 2012. About Westwater Resources Westwater is focused on developing an advanced battery graphite business in the state of Alabama. As society grows more dependent on energy sources more sensitive to our environment, minerals such as graphite play important roles in our energy future. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Carolyn Myers, CEO of FendX Technologies Inc., about the company’s mission to prevent pathogen transmission, its surface-coating and AI-driven solutions, and the next phase of growth as FendX moves toward commercialization ahead of the Deal Flow Discovery Conference. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Carolyn Myers Senior executive with extensive experience creating value and increasing profitability in the pharmaceutical industry. A leader with broad general management, business development and commercial expertise in US and global markets. Adept at developing strategic plans and translating them into actionable objectives that drive performance and growth. About FendX Technologies Inc. FendX Technologies Inc. is a technology company dedicated to enhancing public safety through advanced surface protection and pathogen detection. The company specializes in developing novel surface coatings and AI-powered solutions to help ensure surfaces remain clean and hygienic. FendX Technologies’ products are designed for high-touch surfaces and Foley catheters, utilizing proprietary technology to provide robust protection against contamination. In addition, the company is committed to sustainability, with eco-friendly disinfectants currently in development to support effective surface cleaning. Together, FendX Technologies strives to make environments safer and healthier for everyone. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we’re showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Raphi Levy, CFO at Alpha Tau, about the company’s Alpha DaRT tumor-targeting approach, how it fits into existing clinical workflows, and the upcoming milestones and trial progress Alpha Tau is advancing as it expands treatment options for cancer patients. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Raphi Levy Mr. Levy specializes in corporate finance and strategy, having spent 13 years working in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs in New York and Tel Aviv, most recently serving as Executive Director in charge of healthcare banking in Israel. He holds a BS in Economics from the Wharton School and a BSE and MSE in Electrical Engineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. About Alpha Tau Alpha Tau Medical™ was founded in 2016 by CEO Uzi Sofer to develop and commercialize the Alpha DaRT™ (Diffusing Alpha-emitters Radiation Therapy), invented by Professors Itzhak Kelson and Yona Keisari from Tel Aviv University. Alpha Tau’s goal is to bring this innovative alpha radiation technology to cancer patients around the world. 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.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices