Beyond Influence

Meet Nick Dorka, a former All-American kicker turned real estate agent and influencer. Nick rose to prominence as a fan favorite on “Love is Blind” season 7, where his youthful personality shone despite the challenges he faced on the show.In this episode, Nick shares his journey from reality TV to navigating his newfound stardom, doubling down on his real estate career, and building an online community. We dive into the realities of being on “Love is Blind”, tips for leveraging a new platform, and Nick’s aspirations for brand partnerships and collaborations.Follow Nick on Instagram @nicholasdorka

This week, we sit down with Ryan Alford, a serial entrepreneur and the host of the popular marketing podcast “Right About Now.” Ryan’s journey is a testament to resilience—from humble beginnings to building an industry-leading brand, he’s achieved success by earning and leveraging influence. As a former junior account executive turned powerhouse marketer, Ryan has honed his expertise in marketing, social culture, and entertainment, creating one of the top 10 marketing podcasts in the process.In this episode, Ryan shares why building a community before a brand is essential, the power of atomizing content, and how staying small at first can fuel long-term growth. Tune in to hear Ryan’s insights on capturing audience attention and the payoff of being known in the industry.Follow Ryan on Instagram @ryanalford

Meet Louis Levanti, the internet's brutally honest best friend, a lover of dogs, a huge foodie, and if he had to define his niche, he would say "I am my niche." Louis started his content career as a digital producer for Paramount and has worked with brands like MTV, Comedy Central, and Nickelodeon. He has now garnered an audience of 4M+ followers across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Snapchat. His videos span from celebrity and pop culture news to LGBTQ relationship content, food and drink, fashion, lifestyle, and so much more. In this episode, we chat with Louis about the basic strategies that helped him get started with his content career, and why he’d rather build his own brand than anybody else’s. Follow Louis on Instagram @louislevanti

Join us this week as we chat with Dani Stacy, a singer-songwriter who made her national debut this year on “The Voice.” Her memorable cover of “I Will Survive” turned all four coaches’ chairs and was a key turning point in her music career. Dani has blended her musical aspirations and social media growth, mixing current trends with promoting her music.Tune in as we discuss Dani’s experience on “The Voice”, where her love for music started, and how she overcame shyness to become the powerhouse performer she is today. Follow Dani on Instagram @dani_stacy

Meet Evan Wray, CEO and co-founder of Mavely, and a driving force in the world of social commerce. In this episode, we chat with Evan about how Mavely was founded (and how entrepreneurial stay-at-home moms were behind much of Mavely’s success in the early days). Evan has revolutionized brand-audience engagement through Everyday Influencers®, or content creators who authentically engage with audiences. By harnessing the power of affiliate marketing, Evan created a game-changing channel that empowers influencers and retailers to drive performance. Recognized in the 2017 Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Evan has continued to make significant contributions that are reshaping the marketing industry.Follow Evan Wray on LinkedIn @evanjwray

Meet Rome Johnson, a Seattle-based creator who focuses on fatherhood and the millennial parenting journey with authenticity. Rome’s content focuses on being a present father to his two beautiful children, one of whom has a disability. Rome and his wife Falesha use their platforms to highlight life as they navigate the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system — all while raising the next generation and offering advice and inspiration. In this episode, we discuss heartfelt parenting moments, practical advice for families with medical needs, and the importance of finding partnerships that go above and beyond. Follow Rome on Instagram @romejohns

Ring ring, it’s Sara from Pareto calling! Tune in this week as we chat with Sara Uy, sales director and internet personality known for sharing her live cold calls online.  In this episode, we discuss what inspired Sara to post her cold calls, the importance of buying into what you do, and starting her own business after five years at Pareto.  With the success and marketability she’s gained from her social media presence, Sara’s excited to see what new opportunities her platform can create. Follow Sara on Instagram @saraauyyy

Meet Zack Goytowski, Love is Blind alum, husband, father, and content creator.  In this episode, we discuss how Zack found love with wife Bliss Goytowski on season 4 of Love is Blind. After two years of marriage, Bliss gave birth to Galileo Goytowski (the first ever LIB baby!). Zack shares his experience becoming a dad, and how he transitioned to content creation after his reality TV stint. With a background in law, Zack is well-versed in contracts and uses this expertise to help navigate his creator career with brands. Apart from the 580k followers he’s gained on Instagram, Zack and Bliss have also started their own YouTube channel with 11k subscribers and counting. Follow Zack on Instagram @zackgoytowski

Join us as we chat to the brilliant Jade Beason, founder of “The Creator Project” and content creator specialist. In this episode, we learn how Jade turned her YouTube channel into a six-figure business within months of uploading her first video. She discusses the benefits of short-term vs. long-term content, and how to sprinkle different parts of your personality into your work.When she’s not creating content, Jade dedicates her time to helping creators and entrepreneurs grow their own communities and revenue through The Creator Project. Follow Jade on Instagram @jadebeason

Meet Colin Rocker, a career-focused content creator and advocate with an audience of over 360,000 (and some impressive brand partnerships with Glassdoor,  L'Oréal, Microsoft, and Google).In this episode, Colin shares the lessons he's learned navigating his career on social media, spotlighting “first-gen professionals”, or the first ones in their family to work in a corporate environment. With frequent workshops and coaching on career success, Colin shares the realities of being a content creator and a successful Black American professional. Follow Colin on Instagram @Careercolin