
The Elite Entrepreneurs Podcast
If you’re one of the 3-5% of entrepreneurs that’s grown their business to seven figures in revenue, congratulations! You are an ELITE entrepreneur. Few people can say they’ve accomplished what you have. I’m sure that success hasn’t stopped you from wondering: What’s the next step?
Getting from six to seven figures is a commendable and extremely difficult feat, but it’s not smooth sailing after you clear the $1 million mark. If you’re like a lot of entrepreneurs, you’re probably encountering a host of new problems you’ve never fought through before. Leadership changes, vision changes, and you might find yourself wearing ten hats in a given day. That climb up to $10 million seems insurmountable, right?
Welcome Brett Gilliland, your host of the Elite Entrepreneurs podcast. Brett Gilliland is Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, a company that specializes in giving $1M+ business owners the knowledge, processes and tools to grow to $10M and beyond. Brett is an expert in organization development, leadership and strategy and spent 10 years helping Infusionsoft grow from $7M in revenue to over $100M. Brett was involved in the foundational work of Purpose, Values and Mission at Infusionsoft and facilitated the strategic planning process for many years.
Latest episodes

Nov 26, 2024 • 47min
From Side Hustle to Industry Leader: Bryan Goltzman’s Entrepreneurial Journey
Welcome to this week’s episode, featuring Bryan Goltzman, the visionary co-founder of Liquid Screen Design. Discover how he transformed a side hustle into a seven-figure business, overcoming challenges like supply chain disruptions, scaling his team, and maintaining a strong company culture.In this episode, we dive deep into Bryan’s strategic approach to business growth, including how he pivoted during the pandemic by introducing custom swag boxes, turning adversity into an opportunity for record-breaking success. Bryan shares personal anecdotes, such as how a pivotal experience at Disney World inspired his commitment to empowering team autonomy and delivering exceptional customer service.From his transition out of the nonprofit world to leading a thriving industry leader, Bryan’s entrepreneurial journey is packed with actionable insights for those looking to scale their businesses intentionally.Enjoyed the episode? Like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more inspiring content. Connect with Bryan Goltzman via Liquid Screen Design and follow his incredible journey to continued success.

Nov 14, 2024 • 48min
How Business Coaching Transformed Tom Kirkham’s Leadership
Curious how business coaching can drive meaningful growth in cybersecurity? Join us as Tom Kirkham, founder of Kirkham Iron Tech, shares his journey of scaling a purpose-driven business through strategic coaching and leadership.

Nov 14, 2024 • 31min
Scaling Smart: Douglas Porter’s Strategy for Growth
Curious about how business coaching can transform nonprofit success? Join us as we dive into this episode with Doug Porter, co-founder of Radiant Hub, and discover how he scaled his purpose-driven business using strategic coaching techniques!

Nov 14, 2024 • 32min
Unlock Business Success with Celia Cortes on Growth Strategies
Welcome to this week’s episode of The Seven Figure Journey, featuring Celia Cortes, the visionary founder of Draco Group and co-founder of Global Action Institute. Discover how she turned the challenge of building a unique security firm with a social impact focus into a success story.In this episode, we dive deep into Celia’s strategic approach to overcoming talent recruitment and retention challenges, highlighting innovative solutions and key business growth strategies for entrepreneurs.Celia shares personal anecdotes, including how a pivotal moment in security consulting shaped her journey and her perspective on giving back through nonprofit work.Enjoyed the episode? Like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more inspiring content. Connect with Celia Cortes via and learn more about her incredible journey.

Oct 26, 2024 • 23min
Elevate Your Game with Business Coaching: Samantha's Story
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, featuring Samantha Curry, the visionary founder of New Scotland Development. Discover how she turned the complex challenges of the real estate market into a success story.

Oct 24, 2024 • 48min
Unlocking Business Growth: Lucas Gould’s Journey with Spendr
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey, featuring Lucas Gould, the visionary founder of Spendr. Discover how he turned the challenge of limited payment options in the legal cannabis industry into a successful platform for seamless transactions.In this episode, we dive deep into Lucas Gould’s strategic approach to overcoming payment challenges in a regulated industry, highlighting innovative solutions and key business growth strategies.

Oct 23, 2024 • 35min
Zach Freeman's Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, featuring Zach Freeman, the visionary founder of Veterans Moving America. Discover how he turned his passion for helping veterans into a thriving business.

Oct 23, 2024 • 29min
Innovative Entrepreneurship with Daniel Krikorian
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey podcast, featuring Daniel Krikorian, the visionary founder of B.Remembered. Discover how he turned the complex challenges of wedding planning into a thriving success story.

Oct 18, 2024 • 37min
7-Figure Business Growth Strategies: Insights from Kumar Ujwal
Welcome to this week’s episode of The Seven Figure Journey, featuring Kumar Ujwal, the visionary founder of DwellFi. Discover how Kumar turned the challenge of scaling real estate investment into a success story by leveraging blockchain technology.In this episode, we dive deep into Kumar’s strategic approach to overcoming hiring challenges and building a cohesive team. We also highlight innovative solutions like fractional real estate ownership and key business growth strategies that led to his 7-figure success.Kumar shares personal anecdotes, including how his early exposure to AI and data analytics shaped his entrepreneurial journey and influenced his perspective on timing in business.Enjoyed the episode? Like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more inspiring content. Connect with Kumar Ujwal via LinkedIn or follow him on Twitter at @kumarujwal to learn more about his journey.

Oct 17, 2024 • 40min
Starting a Business Journey: Cory Nemoto's Path to Success
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, featuring Cory Nemoto, the visionary founder of Keiko Capital. Discover how he turned the uncertainties of post-college life into a successful real estate investment story.
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