Episodes
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Roger Einstoss – The Future of Software Development: AI, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship
In this episode of “Make or Manage Your Money,” Kyle Knowles had the pleasure of speaking with Roger Einstoss, the CEO and co-founder of Braintly. This company connects U.S. businesses with top-tier software engineering talent in Latin America. Roger’s entrepreneurial journey is a compelling tale of transformation, beginning with his early days as a young…
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Jeanette Okwu – AI in Marketing: How Technology is Transforming the Creator Landscape
I’m excited to share the latest episode of the Maker-Manager Money Podcast, where Kyle Knowles had the pleasure of catching up with the brilliant Jeanette Oku, calling in from Berlin. Last year, we explored her journey from journalist to marketing pioneer, and this time, we dove deep into the evolving landscape of influencer marketing and…
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Mike Hoffmann – From Strength Coach to Vending Entrepreneur: Mike’s Journey to Passive Income
I’m thrilled to announce the latest episode of Maker Manager Money where I had the pleasure of speaking with Mike, an inspiring entrepreneur who has transitioned from a corporate career to building a successful vending business. His journey is filled with valuable insights that can benefit anyone looking to embark on their own entrepreneurial path.…
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Jill Wright – Leading with Love: A Journey from Shoe Shining to Heart-Centered Leadership
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how love, connection, and personal experiences shape our journeys as entrepreneurs and leaders. Jill’s insights serve as a powerful reminder that our greatest challenges can lead to our most significant opportunities for growth and connection. What You Will Learn:
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Glen Calvert: Harnessing the Power of AI to Revolutionize Client Services 🤖💼
In this captivating Maker Manager Money podcast episode, Kyle Knowles sits down with Glen Calvert, co-founder of Kaizan AI. This innovative startup leverages artificial intelligence to enhance client satisfaction and retention. Glen shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days in traditional publishing and online advertising to his groundbreaking work in the e-sports industry. 🚀 What Listeners Will Learn:…
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Cody Schneider – Sneaker Sales to AI Pioneer: Crafting the Future of Content Marketing
In this episode of Maker Manager Money – Side Hustle & First Business Inspo – with Kyle Knowles, Kyle dives deep into the world of AI-powered content marketing with guest Cody Schneider, a trailblazer in the AI-first company landscape. The conversation is lively and engaging, with the host and guest discussing strategies and tools for…
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Russ Warner: Skateboarding to Success – A No Excuses Entrepreneurial Journey
Russ Warner, a seasoned sales, marketing, and operations expert, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey on the Maker Manager Money podcast with Kyle Knowles. From his early days selling candy door-to-door to co-founding Ghost Boards, a venture he propelled to over 10 million in sales, Russ’s story is one of relentless dedication, creativity, and business acumen. His expertise…
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Sarah Noel Block – Big Results from Tiny Marketing
Dive into the world of strategic marketing with Sarah Noel Block on the Maker Manager Money podcast. This episode features Sarah, founder of Tiny Marketing, sharing her journey from a corporate marketer to a successful entrepreneur. Discover her unique approach to event marketing, the development of her strategic framework, and her expertise in leveraging AI and…
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David Doty: From Wall Street to Main Street – Building a People-First Food & Restaurant Conglomerate
In this enlightening episode of the Maker Manager Money podcast, Kyle Knowles sits down with David Doty, an entrepreneur who left Wall Street to revolutionize the food industry in Utah. Starting with his early days washing dishes at 16, Doty’s journey through finance and law school, to his strategic pivot towards acquiring and nurturing local food businesses, is…
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Brian T. Franco – expert at helping entrepreneurs exit
Brian T. Franco is the Founder and Managing Partner of Meritage Partners, a leading M& A advisory firm based in Newport Beach, California. With nearly two decades of experience, Brian is an expert in guiding companies toward successful exits, having deployed over $2 billion in capital across diverse industries such as Architecture, Engineering, Construction (or…
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Daniel Driggs – a recipe for entrepreneurial excellence
Daniel Driggs is the founder of Crisp Catering. The birth of Crisp Catering coincided with the birth of his first child. While celebrating this joyous occasion in the hospital, Daniel, alongside his wife Abby, envisioned creating the world’s best catering company. This idea sprang from Daniels’s frustrations about the lackluster and often uninspired food served at wedding receptions.…
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Scott Robbins – get off your butt and do it
Scott Robbins is the Founder of Aspen Press. Scott has been in the printing industry since 1989. He spent his first eight years in production, then moved into management and sales positions before founding Aspen Press in 2002. Aspen Press first started doing commercial printing, dove into carton packaging, and recently added flexible packaging to its list of…
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LaSean Smith – unlocking values-based business & personal success
LaSean Smith is a visionary investor and business strategist. With a background in software at Amazon and Microsoft, LaSean has deep expertise in artificial intelligence, behavioral economics, and systems engineering to reshape the landscape of business strategy. With over $450 million in capital deployed and several patents to his name, LaSean is a trailblazer in utilizing…
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Melanie Webb – using technology & Mother Nature’s gym to transform bodies, minds, and souls
Melanie Webb is a powerhouse in health and fitness. Melanie was raised in Orem, Utah, went to BYU, spent a year as an environmental consultant in Washington, D.C., and seamlessly transitioned into the fitness industry, eventually founding WebbWell and creating the innovative WebbWell App. She’s not your typical personal trainer; Melanie takes fitness beyond the gym, leading outdoor…
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Stephen Kerin – acquisition agency founder & technology investor
Stephen Kerin is the founder and director of Scale Digital, a specialist affiliate agency in London that delivers high-impact performance advertising services that give your business a competitive edge – working with all the major media partners, including addressable content, search, price comparison, incentive, re-targeting, display prospecting and more. With vertical specialisms including fintech, energy/switching, eSports, e-learning,…
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Jeanette Okwu – influencer marketing agency founder & AI for marketing leader
Jeanette Okwu is a pioneer and thought leader in influence and brand ambassador marketing. As Founder and CEO of BEYONDinfluence, she helps clients leverage influencer and ambassador partnerships to achieve revenue, performance, and transparency goals. With over 20 years of experience across Fortune 500 brands, startups, and agencies – plus extensive time in the US,…
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Kyle Shannon – founder, storyteller & AI evangelist
Kyle Shannon is the Founder and CEO of Storyvine, a guided video production technology platform that guides you to tell a specific story, like a patient journey or constituent story, using your phone. Kyle is the co-creator and publisher of Everyday AI, the Founder of AI Salon, and also the chief generative Officer at Content Evolution. He…
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Jordan Howe – longtime agency partner, recent cofounder & entrepreneur
Jordan Howe co-founded Arcade marketing agency 18 months ago. He has been an influential part of marketing strategies for several companies for more than a decade. Jordan’s management style, strategic thinking, financial discipline, and creativity helped him oversee strategic advertising and marketing campaigns for clients, including Microsoft, Sony, and Intermountain Healthcare. Before founding Arcade, he was a partner…
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Michael Zaro – building technology careers & online empires
Michael Zaro is a serial entrepreneur and CEO at both V School and Smash Creative. V School is an online school where you can master the skills to land your dream career in web development, experience design, or cyber security. Smash Creative has helped over 500 sexy companies build their brands, businesses, apps, and websites – with the goal…
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Sky Smith – polymath conversationalist & brainstorming buddy
Sky Smith works for OpenAI, founded in December 2015 by figures like Elon Musk and Sam Altman, the current CEO. OpenAI is dedicated to ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits humanity. Initially a non-profit, it transitioned to a “capped-profit” model. The organization focuses on AGI research and safety, advocating for broad safety adoption in the AI…