

Passage to Profit Show - Road to Entrepreneurship
Richard and Elizabeth Gearhart
The Passage to Profit Show is a nationally syndicated weekly radio show and podcast about entrepreneurism and innovation from multiple perspectives. Show hosts Richard Gearhart (a patent and trademark expert) and Elizabeth Gearhart (a startup entrepreneur), interview a variety of entrepreneurs, company founders, inventors, startups and experts from a range of industries. Each show presents listeners with real-life experiences, seen through the eyes of the different guests - providing valuable advice and a unique perspective on the Road to Entrepreneurship. From innovation to invention hang-ups, the show offers insight and expertise in launching a product or service, building a company, manufacturing, licensing, branding and much more.
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May 26, 2025 • 1h 3min
Entrepreneurs: How To Create A Business Buyers Actually Want with Cameron Bishop + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Cameron Bishop from Raincatcher, master storyteller Satori Shakoor and Yasir Drabu from Taazaa.
In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Bishop, seasoned executive and managing director at Raincatcher, to unpack the emotional, financial, and strategic rollercoaster of selling a business. From lifestyle traps and unsellable companies to post-COVID burnout and vanishing employees, Cameron shares real-world insights into what makes a business truly valuable—and what makes owners finally say, “I’m done.” Read more at: https://www.raincatcher.com/
Satori Shakoor is a master storyteller, writer, and social entrepreneur, best known as the founder and Executive Producer of The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers®. A former Bride of Funkenstein with George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic, she now leads storytelling workshops and offers private coaching to individuals and organizations. Read more at: https://www.satorishakoor.com/
Yasir Drabu is the founder and CEO of Taazaa and leads hundreds of passionate engineers in building advanced custom software solutions for healthcare, finance, eCommerce, and other industries. Taazaa’s goal is to make great software more accessible to the organizations that need it, with the core belief that software should make life easier. Read more at: https://www.taazaa.com/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

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May 26, 2025 • 8min
Entrepreneurial Secrets: Fails Lead to Breakthroughs, Say Yes First, Figure It Out Later + More
Discover how failures can lead to unexpected breakthroughs in business. Learn why saying 'yes' can be a game changer. Understand the crucial role of knowing your numbers and limits for success. Hear inspiring stories, including a QVC opportunity sparked by wedding invites. Delve into essential startup advice on financial acumen and leveraging marketing strategies. Embrace the pursuit of new opportunities and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship.

May 24, 2025 • 15min
Entrepreneurs, Party with Purpose: Fundraisers That People Can't Resist with Stephanie Donio Cauller
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Stephanie Donio Cauller from Jerseys and Dresses.
What happens when you mix sparkly dresses, football jerseys, and a whole lot of heart? In this interview, we chat with Stephanie Donio Cauller, founder of Jerseys and Dresses, a fast-growing charitable fund born from a single tailgate party on Hilton Head Island. Stephanie shares how one spontaneous moment with Jason Kelce turned into a scalable nonprofit model that’s part party, part purpose. Learn how she’s combining grassroots grit, social media smarts, and community love to build a movement that’s as fun as it is impactful. Read more at: https://www.jerseysanddresses.org/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 23, 2025 • 15min
Entrepreneurs: Innovations in Health Monitoring Wearables That Detect & Diagnose with Simiao Niu
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Dr. Simiao Niu from Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University.
What if your smartwatch could power itself—just from your steps, your desk, or even the air around you? In this episode, we talk with Professor Simiao Niu of Rutgers University, a biomedical engineer turning sci-fi into reality with self-charging wearables and continuous health monitoring tech. From energy harvesting to real-time rehab tracking, discover how the future of healthcare might be worn on your wrist—and never need a charger. Read more at: https://www.simiaoniu.com/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 22, 2025 • 5min
Can You Copyright AI Creations? Not So Fast...
In this segment of "Intellectual Property News" on Passage to Profit Show, the panel dives into the hot-button issue of AI and copyright law. Can you really claim ownership of content created with tools like ChatGPT? We explore where the legal line is drawn, what the U.S. Copyright Office says, and why creators and innovators should pay close attention. From creative prompts to patent strategy, it’s a fast-paced look at intellectual property in the age of AI.
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with Sandy Wollman from Westchester Angels and Angel Capital Association, Dr. Simiao Niu from Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University and Stephanie Donio Cauller from Jerseys and Dresses.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 21, 2025 • 23min
Entrepreneurs: How to Build a Startup that Attracts Investors with Sandy Wollman
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Sandy Wollman from Westchester Angels and Angel Capital Association.
Dive into the high-stakes, high-reward world of angel investing with Sandy Woolman, co-founder of the Westchester Angels and board member of the Angel Capital Association. Sandy shares insider tips on how angel investing really works, what makes a startup fundable, the risks (and big wins) involved, and why the “no jerk” rule is key to success.Read more at: https://westchesterangels.com/ and at https://angelcapitalassociation.org/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 20, 2025 • 4min
Entrepreneurs: How Do You Craft a Career for Ultimate Freedom?
What does ultimate freedom in your career really mean? Panelists dive into aligning passions with professional choices. They discuss the reality of financial responsibilities and market dynamics in pursuing true autonomy. Listeners gain inspiring insights and real-life examples from experienced entrepreneurs. Discover how to craft a life and business on your own terms!

May 19, 2025 • 1h 9min
Entrepreneurs: How Angel Investors Pick Winners with Sandy Wollman + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Sandy Wollman from Westchester Angels and Angel Capital Association, Dr. Simiao Niu from Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University and Stephanie Donio Cauller from Jerseys and Dresses.
Dive into the high-stakes, high-reward world of angel investing with Sandy Woolman, co-founder of the Westchester Angels and board member of the Angel Capital Association. Sandy shares insider tips on how angel investing really works, what makes a startup fundable, the risks (and big wins) involved, and why the “no jerk” rule is key to success.Read more at: https://westchesterangels.com/ and at https://angelcapitalassociation.org/
Dr. Simiao Niu is an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers Universtiy. He conducts groundbreaking research bridging wearable electronics, energy harvesting, and biosignal processing for healthcare innovation. He develops next-generation devices for chronic disease management and soft robotics. Read more at: https://www.simiaoniu.com/
Stephanie Donio Cauller, founder of Jerseys and Dresses, a charitable fund born from a spark of inspiration in New Jersey. Her mission is to empower and uplift diverse communities by fostering inclusion and unity through Literacy & Education, youth sports and small business initiatives.Read more at: https://www.jerseysanddresses.org/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 18, 2025 • 6min
Entrepreneurial Success: Breaking Through Mental Barriers, AI Isn’t Optional + More!
In this inspiring segment of "Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind" on Passage to Profit Show, our guests reveal the raw truths behind their success—ignoring the doubters, staying relentless, getting out of their own way, and moving at lightning speed. From overcoming impossible odds to embracing AI as a must-have tool, these powerhouse entrepreneurs drop real, unfiltered wisdom you won’t hear anywhere else. If you’re ready to fuel your hustle, this episode is your spark.
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Louis Belanger-Martin from Groupe W Investments and DTI software, celebrity entrepreneur Clint Arthur, Matthew Cifelli from Attain Physical Therapy and Tanya Taylor from Grow Your Wealth.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

May 17, 2025 • 12min
Entrepreneurs' Formula for Financial Freedom with Coach Tanya Taylor
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview finanical coach Tanya Taylor from Grow Your Wealth.
In this powerful interview, financial coach and TEDx speaker Tonya Taylor shares her incredible journey from undocumented immigrant to millionaire CEO of Grow Your Wealth. She opens up about overcoming adversity, building wealth from scratch, and why financial education—especially for women—is non-negotiable. From house hacking in Brooklyn to creating investment clubs and teaching kids about money, Tonya drops gems on mindset, money, and protecting your income through long-term disability planning. Read more at: https://growyourwealth10x.com/
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.


