The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership

In this episode, Alex Dean, co-founder of Divvy and Tandem, shares his journey of building Divvy from a small startup to a company that sold for $2.6 billion. He discusses the key principles that led to Divvy's success and how he's applying those lessons to his new venture, Tandem. Tune in for valuable insights on scaling a company, hiring the right people, and maintaining a strong vision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embark on an inspiring journey with Alastair Callendar as he shares his story from learning to sail as a young boy in England to becoming a trusted advisor to billionaires in the world of superyachts. Learn about the mentors who shaped his path, including the legendary sailor Sir Peter Blake, and how their guidance led him to combine his passions for yachting and philanthropy. Alastair Callender Digital CardSummary of philanthropic work and yachting expertisewww.ContactTheYachtTailor.com Alastair Callender LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircallender Moravia Yachting:www.moraviayachting.com Hill Robinson Yacht Management:https://hillrobinson.com The Queen’s Commonwealth Trust:https://queenscommonwealthtrust.org/what-we-do/ AfriHERAnti-Human Trafficking charity in Zambia:https://afriher.wordpress.com/ Founder = https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinakarimamusama/ United Nations Foundationhttps://unfoundation.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Frank Rodriguez challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding budgets. Discover his unique approach to measuring progress and success in business, and learn why focusing on year-over-year growth is more effective than relying on arbitrary budgets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Ferrazzi, bestselling author and chairman of Ferrazzi Greenlight, reveals groundbreaking insights on team leadership and performance. Discover how re-engineering work processes, embracing candor, and fostering a culture of mutual coaching can transform your organization and drive unprecedented success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the most powerful investment you can make according to financial strategist Mark Murphy - investing in yourself. Learn how focusing on your own talents, education and network can yield the highest returns for your career and life. Gain insights from Mark's own journey growing his firm to over $2 billion in assets under management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noah Berkson, Managing Partner of Austin Capital, shares his journey from door-to-door sales to building multiple 9-figure companies. Discover the power of networking, the pros and cons of bootstrapping vs. venture capital, and how to build a world-class network that fuels entrepreneurial success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we trace Kimberly Flynn's career path from her early days at Morgan Stanley to her role in helping raise $13 billion for innovative products at Nuveen. Discover the lessons she learned along the way and how they shaped her entrepreneurial venture, Zeia Investments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of Annie Haeger, a world-class sailor who overcame Olympic disappointment to become a trailblazer in the thrilling world of SailGP. Discover how Annie's resilience, passion, and commitment to being brave led her to excel in one of the most demanding and exciting sailing competitions on the planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his new memoir, "Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions," director Ed Zwick opens up about his life and career in Hollywood with unprecedented candor and insight. In this episode, Ed shares some of the most memorable stories from the book, from his early days as a struggling filmmaker to his collaborations with some of the biggest names in the business. If you're looking for a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at the world of filmmaking, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Richard C. Wilson shares invaluable lessons learned from interviewing billionaires and working with successful entrepreneurs. Uncover the key mindset shifts that separate the ultra-wealthy from the rest. Learn how to think differently, embrace unique opportunities, and develop the resilience needed to achieve extraordinary success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices