Welcome to the Arena from ICR – Conversations with Today's Innovators & Business Leaders

Chef Ming Tsai, TV Personality, Entrepreneur, & Founder, MingsBings – Bing-ing Together Tradition and Innovation: Transforming the Freezer Aisle with Health and Taste

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a landscape where standing out demands both innovation and accessibility, finding ways to connect with a broad audience is crucial. Today's guest h...

Syed “Raj” Imteaz, Partner, Head of Convertible and Equity Derivatives, ICR – Inflation Insulation: Navigating complex capital markets with advisory expertise

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the current macro environment with growing inflation and financial uncertainty, it's no wonder companies are actively seeking alternative solutions...

Charles Baker, Partner, Sidley Austin, Co-Chair Entertainment, Sports & Media – He Shoots, He Scores! : Winning strategies for the game of sports and entertainment investments (re-broadcast)

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re looking back at one of our most popular episodes of the last 6 months: our conversation with Charles Baker.Every investment comes wi...

Ajay Kochhar, President, CEO, and Co-Founder, Li-Cycle – Powering the Future: Leading the charge in sustainability through revolutionary lithium-ion recycling

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lithium-ion batteries are playing a big part in clean energy development, but making the battery itself clean and efficient will be crucial for the fu...

Fred LeFranc, Managing Partner and Co-founder, Results Thru Strategy – The Secret Ingredient: Spicing up your strategy to succeed in hospitality

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To be a great consultant, a deep understanding of an industry is table stakes, but you also have to connect with the needs of the employees that work ...

Dr. Denis Phares, Founder & CEO, Dragonfly Energy – Charging Ahead: Powering sustainability efforts through a battery breakthrough

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Outsourcing our sustainability efforts does help us get one step closer to an eco-friendly future, but to make a true impact we have to develop our ow...

Thomas Sandgaard, Founder, Chairman, President, and CEO, Zynex Medical – Electrifying the Industry: Revolutionizing chronic pain care with innovative service and solutions

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a reason it's called healthcare – care and carefulness are at the core, and if you want to be successful in the field, you've got to underst...

Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech – Fueling the Future: Transforming pollution into energy solutions (re-broadcast)

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation is about creation, but it's also about finding new spaces where those creations can be used. Today's guest has applied a centuries-old scie...

Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder & CCO, and Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO, J. McLaughlin – Dressed for Success: Designing a brand's future with customer-centric simplicity (re-broadcast)

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The sign of a strong apparel brand isn't always about covering every billboard. It's about longevity, steady growth, and speaking the customer's langu...

Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott – Bling it On: Building a Values-Driven Jewelry Empire (re-broadcast)

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In business, you have to want to win. But in addition to that, simple, honest values go an incredibly long way. Today's guest leads a company that is ...

Pete Najarian, Managing Partner, RW3 Ventures – Digital Disruption: Decoding the crypto world and revolutionizing finance through blockchain technology

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the world embraces cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and deregulated finance, there's a massive transformation on the horizon. But if you're g...

Morgan Brennan, Co-Anchor, CNBC's Closing Bell: Overtime – Lights, Camera, Ascend: A behind-the-scenes look at scaling the media industry's fast-paced climb

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to climbing the ladder in any industry, being willing to try new things and seize opportunities is your fastest track to growth. Our gue...

Jake Karls, Co-Founder & Rainmaker, Mid-Day Squares – Bittersweet Victory: Showcasing challenges and successes in the entrepreneurial journey

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing a new product into the extremely competitive snack market is not for the faint of heart. To succeed, you need more than a unique product; ...

Chris Hall, CEO and President, Personalis Inc. – A Prescription for Prosperity: Fueling medical breakthroughs with cutting-edge tech and strategic alliances

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Big healthcare challenges demand cutting-edge healthcare products. Today's guest is building strategic partnerships to get ahead of disease and fuel t...

David Bandele, CFO, Hexagon Composites – Energizing the Industry: Fueling growth by tapping into a sustainable future and a vast market

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are some extraordinary opportunities for companies with the vision and commitment to get behind the energy transition, and today's guest works w...

Jared Isaacman, Founder, Shift4 and Draken International, Part 2 of 2 – The Next Frontier: Exploring the boundaries of space and innovation

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been to space and back, you're bound to have an amazing perspective about your own capabilities, and what humans can achieve. Our guest toda...

Jared Isaacman, Founder, Shift4 and Draken International, Part 1 of 2 – Shooting For The Stars: Going beyond limits for lasting impact

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In business, there's success, and there's potential. Success is nice, but true greatness lies in tapping into unseen possibilities. Today's guest has ...

Amol Dhargalkar, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board, Chatham Financial – Risky Business: How to strategically mitigate and manage market volatility

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mitigating risk has never been more challenging, but today's guest leans on smart data technology, a great relationship with his clients, and over 20 ...

Bob Wright, President & CEO of Potbelly Sandwich Works – Bread Winners: How Potbelly's sandwiches are transforming fast-casual dining

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At a time when everyone is paying more for a lot less, and service is in decline, today's guest is leaning in to added value, and it's paying off in s...

Christine Schindler, Co-founder & CEO, PathSpot – A Clean Sweep: Revolutionizing health and safety in hospitality

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In an industry booming with customer-focused innovations, it's crucial not to overlook the backbone of an enterprise. Today's guest created a groundbr...

Anton Nicholas, Managing Partner, ICR – Revving up Consumer Relationships: How Blue Engine Merges Creativity and Strategy in PR Communications

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, there are countless platforms to reach consumers, but utilizing too many outlets can also fragment a brand's image. Our guest on this episode s...

Matthew Tucker, Head of Tock – Data-Driven Dining: Optimizing the guest experience by reshaping reservations

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the effort to recover from the impact of the pandemic, the hospitality industry has had a surge of innovation, ideas, and new technologies. And whi...

Matt Frazier, Founder & CEO, Jones Street Investment Partners – A Prosperous Pursuit: Mastering a market niche, one property at a time

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last few years, the wavering economy has presented problems for virtually every market. In real estate, rising rates and inflation have chall...

Charles Baker, Partner, Sidley Austin, Co-Chair Entertainment, Sports & Media – He Shoots, He Scores! : Winning strategies for the game of sports and entertainment investments

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every investment comes with plenty of responsibility, but in a multifaceted market like sports and entertainment with varied revenue streams and world...

Maital Rasmussen, Chief Commercial Officer at Octave – Harmony in the Healthcare Ecosystem: Creating a collaborative platform to drive treatment innovations

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Providing effective healthcare isn't just about the right treatment, it's a field with many branches, and strong relationships and communication chann...

Chris Tomasso, CEO of First Watch Restaurants – Breaking Fast: A disruptive and innovative recipe for success in hospitality

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As today's guest will tell us, breakfasts have recently overtaken Friday dinners as the number one dining out experience of choice. So in the always-c...

John Carrington, CEO at Stem – Powering Up: Transforming the energy sector with AI (re-broadcast)

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

During the holiday period, we're re-sharing this very popular episode from earlier this year. If you missed it the first time, definitely check out To...

Tom Ryan, Founder & CEO, ICR – Sleigh-ing in Business: Welcome to the Arena's Year-End Holiday Wrap-Up

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a year of uncertainty, one thing is for sure: no one could accuse 2023 of being boring. On this short holiday episode, Tom Ryan, Founder and CEO of...

Michael Browning, Founder & CEO, Unleashed Brands – Business Jungle Gym: Scaling up with brands that help kids learn, play, and grow

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At a time when parents are fighting a losing battle against screen-time for their kids, real world, active and educational experiences are a huge draw...

Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder & CCO, and Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO, J.McLaughlin – Dressed for Success: Designing a brand's future with customer-centric simplicity

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The sign of a strong apparel brand isn't always about covering every billboard. It's about longevity, steady growth, and speaking the customer's langu...

Chris Pronger, Professional Athlete, Co-Founder, The JRNY Whisky – Taking a Shot: Launching into a new market after a lifetime in the NHL

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On Welcome to the Arena, Tom gets to talk to some  of the most impressive people around, and with today's guest, that couldn't be more true.  An add...

Barry McGowan, CEO, Fogo de Chão – Rare and Well-Done: Revolutionizing the Restaurant Experience with Customized Service

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At a time when customization and a personalized experience have become the expectation, the hospitality industry is racing to keep up with that demand...

Ed Garden, Founder, Garden Investments (Part 2 of 2) – Boardroom Brilliance: Investing in the Future

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a huge treat to get the behind-the-scenes stories of the crucial transitions and incredible growth of some of the most iconic companies in the wo...

Ed Garden, Founder, Garden Investments (Part 1 of 2) – Sowing Seeds of Growth: Cultivating Success through Strategic Activist Investing

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're celebrating a big milestone for the show: It's our 100th episode of Welcome to the Arena and we're marking that huge achievement with a 2-...

Joe Hand Jr., President of Joe Hand Promotions – Knockout Success: Over 50 years of growth in live sports and entertainment distribution

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every successful family business has a good story behind it, but today's guest has an extraordinary one, that's all about innovation, creativity, and ...

Ross Fubini, Founder and Managing Partner, XYZ Ventures – Valuing the Vision: Fueling innovation through strategic guidance

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you're just starting out as a business, getting the right support during those crucial early stages plays a pivotal role in whether a good idea c...

Maud Brown, Partner, PAI Partners – Taking Ambition Abroad: Navigating an International Investment Landscape

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Embracing a challenge and going after the big prize is something that today's guest knows all about.We're sitting down with Maud Brown, who is a partn...

Gary Beasley, Co-founder & CEO, Roofstock – Reshaping Rental: Using economic pressure to create real estate prosperity

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the most innovative business concepts are born from immense industry stress. Today's guest created a ground-breaking platform in response to...

Chad Cardenas, Founder & CEO, The Syndicate Group – Connecting Capital: Scaling startups through strategic networking

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Building a thriving business certainly has a lot to do with hard work, but it's just as much about having a strong network and leveraging those relati...

Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech – Fueling the Future: Transforming Pollution into Energy Solutions

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation is about creation, but it's also about finding new spaces where those creations can be used. Today's guest has applied a centuries-old scie...

Keri Findley, Founder, CEO of Tacora Capital – Structured Credit Secrets: How Tacora Capital carved out a unique approach to business growth

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you're a founder, you need creative ways to grow your business. Today's guest recognized that need, and built her company on it.We're sitting dow...

Warren de Haan, CEO of ACORE Capital – Loan Ranger: ACORE's innovative approach to commercial real estate lending in a shifting economy

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the economy shifts, and interest rates rise, there's an extraordinary opportunity right now for lenders who pay attention and lean in.Today we get ...

Len Liptak, Co-Founder & CEO, ProSomnus Sleep Technologies – Silent Nights: Trailblazing with life-changing sleep tech

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sleep apnea affects a billion people worldwide and can cause serious medical problems, and yet its most widely prescribed therapy can be intolerable f...

Tom Schadewald, Director, Baird – Mastering the Market: Sound advice in uncertain times

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After a couple of turbulent years, there are still a lot of unknowns in the market. But today's guest is sharing his insights based on a wealth of exp...

David Pennino, Founder & CEO, LogicSource – Procure and Conquer: Behind the Scenes of Procurement Optimization

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For companies with expenditures that run into the billions, strategic procurement can mean millions for the bottom line. Today we're sitting down wit...

Jeff Grass, Co-Founder & CEO, HUNGRY – Feeding Innovation: A visionary app for a thriving food industry

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

During the pandemic, there was an eruption of on-demand delivery sites and apps focused on consumer convenience. Today's guest has built a strategic s...

Alison Lange Engel, Partner at Greycroft – From the Ground Up: Managing and maintaining business partnerships in venture capital

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Starting any business is a highly complicated endeavor. In the start-up space, where stakes are higher and more competitive than ever, businesses need...

Sarah-Marie Martin, VP, Corporate Development & Capital Markets at Uber – Drivers of Growth: Changes and challenges from investment banking to early-stage companies (re-broadcast)

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're re-sharing a really fun interview from back in April, with the unstoppable Sarah-Marie Martin.It's pretty inspiring to hear from peopl...

Lee Pacchia and Joan Vollero, Managing Directors of Special Situations, ICR – Mastering Crisis: Navigating High-Stakes Shifts with Legal and Communications Expertise

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to high-stakes strategising for businesses undergoing challenging shifts, the incredible value of legal training mixed with communicatio...

Gregg Nabhan, Chairman of America's Equity Capital Markets for Bank of America – Staying Afloat in the Economic Current: Navigating the post-COVID economy with financial foresight

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the developing post-pandemic landscape, the discussion of a possible recession has been the latest ongoing hot topic, leaving businesses in a diffi...

Vijay Manthripragada, President & CEO, Montrose Environmental Group – A Greenprint for Success: A Win-Win Formula for Business and the Earth

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Solving today's huge environmental problems takes creativity and innovation, but it also requires businesses to build strong industry partnerships. To...

Cyrus Vance, Partner, Baker McKenzie - The Prosecutor's Dilemma: Navigating tough decision-making in the legal sector

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A great thinker once said "what is right is not always popular and what is popular is not always right." Our guest on this episode has built his legac...

Dr. Marc Hedrick, President & CEO, Plus Therapeutics - The Plus Side: Making groundbreaking developments in cancer research

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Millions of Americans with medical conditions spend years waiting for breakthrough treatments. Today's guest is making extraordinary advances in cance...

John Dowd, CEO of GoGreen Investments, and Chris Showalter, CEO of Life Zone Metals - Digging Deep: Unearthing the future of sustainable mining

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to legacy industries, it's all too common for business processes to become embedded and stagnant, but with growing technological and env...

David Katz, Founder & CSO, and Robert Jacks, President and CEO, Sparrow Pharmaceuticals – Pioneering Relief: A prescription for changing lives and healthcare

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes abstract thinking that can lead to real breakthroughs. The knowledge and innovative thinking of today's guests led to an life-changing solut...

David Horowitz, Founder & CEO, Touchdown Ventures - Scoring Big: The power of partnerships and strategic investing

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Building partnerships and investing strategically can be key in the growth of a business. However, for big corporations, and small start-ups, creating...

Robert Irvine, World Class Chef & Entrepreneur – The Recipe for Success: Cooking up a second chance, and turning setbacks into comebacks

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Making mistakes is a natural part of building every business, but leaving problems unresolved for too long can be costly. Today's guest is teaching bu...

Alex Ryan, CEO, The Duckhorn Portfolio – Aged to Perfection: A generational journey in crafting brand legacy

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To create a brand with a lasting legacy, owners have to set and follow clear principles from the very beginning. Today's guest has continued to streng...

Krishna Gupta, Chairman and Interim CEO at Presto – Driving Innovation: Using AI tools to accelerate the service industry

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, the restaurant industry has been struggling to hire new workers and retain their current employees. Today's guest is using innovative AI tec...

Sandra Campos, 3x CEO & Entrepreneur – Fashion Forward: Leading the fashion industry into the future

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The fashion industry is powered by the sometimes differing perspectives of artistic entrepreneurs and business executives. It takes an intuitive and b...

Sean O'Scannlain, President & CEO of Fortune International – Reeling in Success: Utilizing tech to take the seafood industry global

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The food industry is a tough business that relies on tight planning and logistics, but today's guest has created a finely-tuned operation by taking ad...

Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott – Bling it On: Building a Values-Driven Jewelry Empire

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In business, you have to want to win. But in addition to that, simple, honest values go an incredibly long way. Today's guest leads a company that is ...

Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods – Gut Feeling: Building demand for probiotic foods

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A business's true test of survival is based on their ability to learn from challenges. By adapting to changing times, today's guest found a sweet spot...

John DiLullo, CEO of LiveVox – Dialing Up Efficiency: Transforming call center communications with cloud-based tech

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The success of a company can hinge on clear and accessible communication with customers. Today's guest is leveraging tech to marry communication quali...

Sarah-Marie Martin, VP, Corporate Development & Capital Markets at Uber – Drivers of Growth: Changes and challenges from investment banking to early-stage companies

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's pretty inspiring to hear from people who climb huge heights, and then go looking for even bigger challenges. And that's exactly what today's gues...

Robert Piconi, Chairman and CEO of Energy Vault – Fuel for Thought: Creating the Preeminent Energy Storage Company

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Renewable, sustainable energy has made strides in the last 20 years with developments in solar and wind power, but much of the field still struggles t...

Dr. Eddie Sullivan, President, CEO at SAB Biotherapeutics – The Battle of Biotech: Fighting disease with a breakthrough treatment strategy

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In healthcare, they say the only constant is change. Medical practices and treatments are always evolving, and today's guest is on the cutting edge of...

Tom Harrington, CEO at Primo Water Corporation – A Refreshing Approach: Shifting business models and designing an infallible growth strategy

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Making a decision like transitioning from a successful soda brand into a water company will certainly come with its risks, but it can also open the do...

Matthew Doctor, President & CEO at Regis Corporation – A Cut Above: Rebuilding a business model, and transitioning from corporate to franchise

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a public company, moving into a fully franchised model isn't always easy. There are lots of challenges and misconceptions, but today's guest has co...

Mei Mei Hu, CEO and Co-Founder of Vaxxinity – Taking a Shot: Chronic disease prevention and democratizing healthcare with vaccine technology

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We get to hear from a lot of smart people with incredible ideas on this show, but it's extra exciting when they also have a world-changing vision, and...

Rob Arena, Co-President of Global Atlantic Financial Group – Making 'Cents' of Wealth Management: Providing clients with strong, reliable plans

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For people navigating financial planning in these shaky times, there's a great deal of comfort in the way that insurance companies can help mitigate r...

Mark Walker, Founder and CEO of Direct Digital Holdings – Finding Your Audience: Digital advertising solutions that reach multicultural audiences

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Digital advertising has allowed companies to be laser-focused with their audiences, and that means a super-efficient, high-impact campaign. On...

Louis Chen, Executive Vice President and CSO of Perfect Corp – Industry Makeover: The technological transformation of beauty brands

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:AI and AR technologies are rapidly becoming stable stakes for any retail experience, and today's guest is leading the way there. On this episo...

Andy Wiederhorn, CEO of FAT Brands – The Best Ingredients: Building a strong portfolio of restaurants

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Success in the restaurant industry can be tricky, but today's guest has really nurtured the built-in growth opportunities in his business, with remark...

Cindy Hess, Partner at Fenwick – Big Tech's Big Deals: Counseling the world's most influential technology companies

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Even the most ingenious technologies won't go far without a solid legal foundation and a forward thinking framework that will help it scale,  and thi...

Michael Pengue, CEO at ZOA Energy – Rocking the Boat: Shaking up the world of energy drinks

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:If you're going to jump into the massive beverage market with a brand new product, you better have some incredible experience and a solid team...

Molly Langenstein, President and CEO at Chico's FAS – Know Thy Customer: Building brands and revitalizing sales in the retail fashion industry

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:To really serve your customer, you have to understand them. And that's just one of the crucial ways that today's guest has led her company int...

John Carrington, CEO at Stem – Powering Up: Transforming the energy industry with AI

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Extreme weather, aging grids, power storage and distribution; these are just some of the challenges that clean energy is stepping up to solve....

Tom Ryan, Founder & CEO, ICR – Year in Review: Observations, Advice and Holiday Greetings for 2022

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:It's been an amazing year on Welcome to the Arena, and we've heard from some of the most exciting and successful businesses and strategists in...

Todd Lachman, President and CEO at Sovos Brands – Secret Sauce: Disrupting the food aisle with premium brands

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Being a disruptor in business can be as uncomplicated as putting out high quality products, in a small-but-mighty category. And that's what to...

Kyle Kazan, Founder and CEO at Glass House Brands – High Hopes: Growing the cannabis industry in California and beyond

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:There are a lot of things that California produces well: movies, wine, and now cannabis. Today's guest knows all about that. Kyle Kazan is co-...

Manny Hilario, President and CEO at The One Group – Appetite for Growth: Redefining the restaurant experience

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:At a time when many restaurants are cutting back on what they offer guests, the One Group is raising the bar on the dining experience, and pos...

Dana Telsey, CEO and CRO at Telsey Advisory Group – Tales of Retail: Telling the story of the consumer universe

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:You can never underestimate the power of high quality consumer research from a globally renowned team, especially when they're led with energy...

Noah Glass, Founder and CEO at Olo – Changing Your Order: The digital transformation of the restaurant industry

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:We take for granted how rapidly restaurants have gone digital in the past few years, but it's actually been a vision 20 years in the making. A...

Gregg Nabhan, Chairman of the Americas Equity Capital Markets, Bank of America – The Wisdom of the Deal: Learning from four decades of Wall Street deal-making

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:It's always a pleasure to speak to a grizzled veteran who has decades of experience leading hundreds of deals that have raised billions of dol...

Joe Ennen, CEO at SunOpta – Milking the Market: Sustainable food products and the plant-based milk revolution

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryA growing number of food companies are investing in sustainable product development, but only a handful are really getting it right. Joining me...

TJ Jiang, CEO at AvePoint – Ahead in the Cloud: Riding the huge growth in the Saas software industry

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SummaryIn an industry that's seen incredible growth in the last few years, lots of Saas companies are exploding. But Saas software vendor AvePoint was...

Scott Hart, CEO at StepStone Group – Flywheeling High: Creating a niche in private markets investment and growing on your own momentum

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Private markets investment is a giant field, and finding a unique place in the business isn’t easy. But when you pay close attention to timi...

Meaghan Montegari, Managing Director at ICR — ICR Industry Reports: Investor Access

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:In an ever-changing market, consistent communication and messaging is essential to building up stakeholder trust. Corporate access is key when...

John Mancini, Partner at Mayer Brown — Investing in your IP Strategy : The importance of protecting your intellectual property

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:In today's knowledge-based economy, your intellectual property is your competitive advantage and it needs to be protected. My guest this week...

Henry Nassau, CEO at Dechert — On Firm Footing : How law firms play an essential role in the corporate landscape

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Given the legal complexity of just about every aspect of running a company, lawyers are nearly ubiquitous in the corporate world. So, it shoul...

Joe Folkman, Co-founder and President at Zenger Folkman — The Data on Distrust : Building and maintaining trust as a leader

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: My guest this week is co-founder and president of Zenger Folkman, a leadership development consultancy, Joe Folkman. For more than 30 years, ...

Scott Sanborn, CEO at LendingClub — Bank on It: Innovative lending for better financial futures

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:According to recent surveys, 43% of Americans expect to add to their debt in the next six months in order to make ends meet. Most will use cre...

Jim Barr, CEO at Nautilus — Don't Sweat It: The home fitness trend is here to stay

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: While gyms were closed, and most of the population was stuck at home during the pandemic, the home exercise equipment category saw a huge bo...

Greg McDowell, Partner at ICR — ICR Industry Reports: Technology Investor Relations

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Tech companies are having to work harder than ever to prove their resilience in an increasingly noisy market. For investors, the pandemic has ...

Dave Prokupek, CEO at Ideal Image — The Beauty Business is Booming: The rapid rise of the aesthetics industry

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:The 'Fountain of Youth' was first mentioned in the writings of Herodotus in the 5th century BC. The world may have changed a lot since the Anc...

Jeff Fischer, President at Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics — Passing the Test : How this small company made a big difference in the fight against COVID-19

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Testing the population is a vital step in the pursuit of disease control. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when the biotech industry was challeng...

Brad Cohen, Managing Partner at ICR — ICR Industry Reports: Proptech, Real Estate & Lodging

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:As a public company, building strong relationships with investors is vital. In a down market, the strength of those relationships relies more ...

Joseph Antoun, CEO at L-Nutra — Food for Thought: Turning sick care into health care with science-based nutrition

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: We live in the era of the most advanced medical technologies the world has ever seen, but are we really that much healthier for it? Accordin...

Jerry Morgan, President & CEO at Texas Roadhouse — Serving Up Success: The key ingredients? Great value and 'legendary' service

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:When inflation goes up, and disposable incomes shrink, consumers approach their spending with increased scrutiny. Despite tighter budgets, how...