That Entrepreneur Show

In this episode of That Entrepreneur Show, Brian Kelly returns to share his journey as a multifaceted entrepreneur involved in music, clothing, and now gaming. He discusses the importance of networking, the synergy between his music and merchandise, and the challenges he faces as an artist. Brian emphasizes the need for flexibility in pursuing opportunities and reflects on his artistic identity. He also shares insights on how independent artists can navigate the industry and the exciting future projects he has in store.Brian offers insights into the difficulties faced by entrepreneurs, the importance of networking, and his progress in the music industry despite personal losses. He discusses the symbiotic relationship between his music and clothing lines, providing advice for upcoming artists. Brian also hints at:Future collaborationsSolo projects, and Ventures into gaming and acting. Other takeaways include:Staying passionate and persistent is key for artists.Merchandise can enhance exposure and revenue for musicians.The music industry often prioritizes popularity over talent.Creating a diverse catalog is important for artists.Collaborating with others can yield better results.Maintaining a positive mindset helps overcome challenges.The episode concludes with Brian's reflections on the music industry and his future aspirations, and is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who is looking to scale.Be sure to follow his journey by tuning in to his 2024 apperance on the show here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/14922395-357-merch-lines-new-music-with-brian-kellySend us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

In this inspiring episode of That Entrepreneur Show, Vincent A. Lanci welcomes Shirin Behzadi—entrepreneur, board advisor, investor, and author of The Unexpected CEO. Shirin shares her remarkable journey from fleeing chaos in Iran, arriving in the U.S. alone at 17, and working as a gas station cashier behind bulletproof glass… to ultimately scaling a franchise company to nearly $1 billion in systemwide sales.Shirin opens up about:-How adversity became her greatest superpower-The mindset shift that turned hopelessness into her North Star-Lessons from leading cultural transformations and navigating private equity -Why empathy, listening, and integrity aren’t soft skills—they’re competitive advantages -The courageous decisions that shaped her path from EY to CFO to founder -The story behind her book and the timeless principles she uses to help companies growShirin’s journey is a testament to resilience, vision, and believing you can—long before anyone else does.Tune in to learn how to define your vision, trust your path, and harness adversity to build the life and business you dream of.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Join us for a transparent and faith-driven conversation with Garr Russell, serial entrepreneur, speaker, and CEO of Fireside RV Rental—the nation’s largest RV rental management company with over 70 franchise locations.Garr doesn't just talk about success; he talks about the redemption that followed significant failure. He openly shares the profound personal and financial setbacks he faced, including battling bankruptcy, alcohol addiction, and crippling fear, and how a radical transformation allowed him to build a business designed for legacy and generational wealth.This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs who need to understand that the path to massive scale is rarely straight and often requires deep personal fortitude.In this candid discussion, we uncover:The Entrepreneurial Origin: The journey starting from his very first venture in 5th grade, all the way to building a franchise with 70+ locations across the U.S.The 'COVID Coma': Garr dives into the critical lessons and necessary pivots learned during one of the most unpredictable periods in recent business history.Growth Mindset Over Grindset: Practical, faith-based strategies for maintaining a growth mindset and equipping yourself to build a life and business that creates impact.Redemption and Resilience: How to embrace your struggles and setbacks—not just your victories—as the essential components that fuel true, sustainable business scaling.Systems for Scale: Garr’s proven expertise in developing the systems, processes, sales, and marketing required to launch and manage a nationwide franchise.Garr’s mission is to inspire entrepreneurs to pursue their God-given vision with boldness and build lasting wealth. Tune in for a powerful dose of inspiration and actionable scaling wisdom.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Tired of expensive, slow video ad production? The rules of digital marketing are changing, and if you're not using UGC and AI, you're leaving growth on the table.On this episode of That Entrepreneur Show, we sit down with John Gargiulo, a true veteran of digital marketing, creative direction, and product scaling. John served as a Global Product Marketing Lead at Airbnb, scaling products to millions of users, and previously grew BlueStacks to over a billion downloads.Now, as the co-founder of Ready Set and Airpost, John is laser-focused on democratizing high-volume, high-performing video ad creative. He brings deep, actionable expertise on building solutions that deliver measurable business results—not just vanity metrics.In this must-listen episode, John shares his strategies for driving growth in the automated age:AI-Powered Video Ads: How new AI tools like Airpost are democratizing and automating video ad production, making high-quality UGC accessible to brands of all sizes without the hefty price tag.The UGC Game-Changer: Why User-Generated Content (UGC) is the single most important ad strategy for DTC brands right now, and how to implement it effectively to supercharge your conversion rates.The Human Touch in Automation: How to leverage AI for scale while ensuring your brand communication remains authentic, engaging, and human.Reshaping the Creator Economy: We explore the future of the creator economy and the pivotal role AI will play in reshaping content monetization and creative output for entrepreneurs.From Global Product to Founder: John shares key lessons learned from launching and scaling products for millions at Airbnb and how he applies that strategic mindset to his own ventures.If you're looking for the competitive edge in digital advertising, tune in now. This is the playbook for maximizing ad creative performance and driving serious business results.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

It's Thanksgiving week. While everyone else is focused on stuffing and family, many of us entrepreneurs are secretly stressing about the work we aren't getting done. We love the hustle, but we hate the holiday guilt.The greatest gift we can give ourselves on a holiday is focused time and true presence. The hacks I’m sharing today are what make that possible.I'm pulling back the curtain on the five core hacks (and a bonus tip) I use every single day to ensure I'm working towards becoming a world-class entrepreneur and a present human being.I wish you a warm and enjoyable Thanksgiving with your loved ones,VincentSend us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

In the world of entrepreneurship, they say success takes 10 years and a lot of grit. For Van Carlson, Founder & CEO of SRA 831(b) Admin, it took 18 years to become the largest manager of self-insured 831(b) plans—a true testament to niche mastery and resilience.Van’s journey was forged in fire: the 2008 Great Recession hit his commercial clients hard, forcing him to completely reinvent his approach to business risk. Out of that challenge, he built a company that re-engineered how small businesses protect their wealth and operations.If you’re a high-growth founder looking to shield your company from economic turbulence and utilize advanced tax-advantaged strategies, this episode is essential listening.In this episode, Van breaks down:The 2008 Pivot: How a massive economic downturn forced him to rethink his entire business model, leading to the creation of SRA and the 18-year path to industry dominance.The Tax Advantage CEO: The powerful, often overlooked 831(b) strategy that allows small businesses to self-insure tax-deferred dollars, creating a financial fortress against economic dips, natural disasters, and unforeseen events.Becoming the Industry Leader: The specific market positioning, strategy, and dedication required to become the largest manager in a highly specialized financial niche.Navigating Headwinds: How Van helps clients tackle modern market challenges like increased tariffs and regulatory red tape by empowering them with self-insurance tools.Tune in to discover the strategic risk management that high-level entrepreneurs use to maintain market advantage and long-term financial security.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

How do you leverage the spotlight of national television to fuel massive business growth?This week on That Entrepreneur Show, we welcome the incomparable Lateshia Pearson, CEO of Lateshia Pearson Enterprise, Inc., founder of Women Brunch, and TV Personality on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) hit series, Belle Collective.Lateshia embodies the perfect mix of "grit and glam," showing entrepreneurs how to build a scalable empire while prioritizing self-care and empowerment. She's not just a reality star; she's a strategic force who turned public notoriety into a powerful platform for female founders.In this empowering episode, Lateshia dives deep into:The Power of the OWN Platform: How she strategically uses her affiliation with Oprah's Network to build global visibility and credibility for her luxury marketing firm and mentorship programs.Building Without a Blueprint: Lateshia's journey of creating successful ventures like Women Brunch from scratch, overcoming initial challenges in the South, and defying outdated stereotypes in the workplace.Reality TV with Purpose: The strategic mindset shift required to move beyond exploitation and use a public platform to authentically uplift and inspire Black women entrepreneurs.Grit & Glam: Balancing high-stakes business demands with self-care practices, including sharing her personal health journey with PCOS while living life in the public eye.From Nonprofit to Profit: The necessary steps and business hacks she used to transition a mentorship program (Empower Me Sis) into a thriving, sustainable business.If you want the inside track on high-stakes branding, defying adversity, and turning your personal story into a powerful professional asset, this conversation with Lateshia Pearson is essential listening.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Join us for a profoundly honest and strategically insightful conversation with Elliot Kallen, a 40-year veteran entrepreneur and Founder of Prosperity Financial Group, which manages over $500 million in assets.In 2015, during a critical phase in his business-building journey, Elliot's 19-year-old youngest son, Jake, committed suicide, a devastating event that coincided with the challenges of growing his venture. Despite the tragic loss, he persevered,  continued to scale, and kept his business running.Elliot’s journey is the definition of resilience. He shares the raw truth of scaling a business—including being forced to sell a cash-strapped venture and navigating the treacherous waters of uncontrolled growth—all while enduring the devastating personal loss.This episode is essential listening for any founder who knows that growth doesn't always equal cash flow and that true leadership is forged in crisis.In this episode, we discuss the high-stakes reality of entrepreneurship:The "Apple" Struggle: The common pitfall where a business looks successful externally but is cash-strapped and struggling internally.The Power of Adversity: Why true growth and priceless insights don't come from success, but from overcoming failure and navigating difficult times.Financial Sanity: The significance of sound financial planning for entrepreneurs, including understanding your burn rate and common mistakes when building personal and business wealth.Hiring to Elevate: Strategies for hiring people who genuinely complement your weaknesses to drive sustainable scale.Legacy Through Loss: How Elliot channeled a personal tragedy into founding A Brighter Day, a national nonprofit providing crucial mental health support for teenagers.Elliot is also the Amazon #1 best-selling author of DRIVEN: How to Elevate Your Success as an Entrepreneur. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking practical, hard-won wisdom on staying motivated, financially sound, and resilient under immense pressure.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

In a masterclass of grit and financial reinvention, we sit down with Toby Potter, founder of Global Integrity Finance, Private Lender of the Year, and a true real estate financing expert. Toby’s journey is one for the ages: from growing up on an Oklahoma dairy farm to losing everything in the devastating 2008 crash, only to rebuild from scratch and launch an Inc. 5000 company.This episode is packed with the actionable tactics you need to fund your next deal and build lasting wealth, whether you’re a beginner or hitting a plateau.In this powerful conversation, we uncover:The Ultimate Bounce Back: How Toby went from financial ruin in 2008 to becoming a nationally recognized private lender who has helped over 7,000 investors secure deals.The "Don't Know What We Don't Know" Advantage: Unlocking hidden capital and strategies, specifically focused on how to fund real estate deals without relying on traditional banks.Retirement Riches: A tactical breakdown of how to legally and effectively use dormant IRA and 401k funds to purchase real estate and generate passive, generational income.Investor Mistakes to Avoid: Toby shares the most common, costly errors new and mid-level investors make, and his proven strategies to avoid them.The Blueprint: What a successful, "self-funding real estate portfolio" truly looks like in today's market, and his top strategies for actually finding profitable deals.If you’re ready to move beyond the fluff and gain access to the capital and strategies that actually work, this episode is your essential guide to building sustainable wealth.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

This week on That Entrepreneur Show, host Vincent A. Lanci sits down with Melissa Fors Shackleford, award-winning marketer, bestselling author of Harnessing Purpose, and founder of Shackleford Strategies. With over 20 years of experience leading marketing for powerhouse organizations like Optum, Cigna, and Hazelden Betty Ford, Melissa brings unmatched insight into what it means to build a brand with soul — one grounded in authenticity, purpose, and impact.In this inspiring episode, Melissa reveals how to: ✨ Build a mission-driven brand that goes beyond logos and taglines. 💬 Use marketing as a leadership function, not just a sales tool. 🌍 Create real connections by aligning your values with your customers and employees. 🧭 Find your North Star — and why purpose-driven brands always outperform.Melissa also shares her entrepreneurial leap after 25 years in corporate America, the lessons she brought from Fortune 100 brands to startups, and her passion for advocating mental health and breaking the stigma through authentic communication.Whether you’re building your first business or scaling your next venture, this episode will remind you that true success starts with clarity, consistency, and a cause worth believing in.🎧 Tune in now to discover how to harness purpose and build a brand that truly matters — only on That Entrepreneur Show.Send us a textSupport the show🚀 DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PODCAST LAUNCH CHECKLIST HERE TO LAUNCH A SUCCESSFUL PODCAST IS HERE or visit https://comingalivepodcastproduction.com. Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.