Everybody's Business

It's been said, "Success is getting up just one more time than you've been knocked down," and from the entrepreneurs and founders we've known over the years that is definitely the truth! Persistence is often the main difference between those who "make it" and those who do not. Our guest this week knows a thing about not giving up-- Michelle Rigby Assad, who spent over a decade in counter-terrorism for the CIA, as well as defending global human rights for refugees persecuted by ISIS and Al-Qaeda. We are thrilled to have her to speak with us today!

They say, "Genius is 1% talent, and 99% hard work," and we can't help but agree. The more entrepreneurs and "success stories" we hear, the overwhelming trend is that persistence and perseverance is key to any type of success. Our guest this week is Lucas Boyce, a former White House Staffer, turned NBA executive, who shares from his life story to inspire us!  

We're baaaack! Everybody's Business Season 2 is here! If 2020 taught us anything, it's that we never know what to expect, and when things keep changing it can be scary. But moving out of that comfort zone, and through that fear, is one of the best lessons we can learn for life and entrepreneurship. Our first guest is a women on the move-- literally! Michelle Fishburne is a PR-executive turned oral historian, traveling the country and recording stories from Americans of all walks.  

We're baaaack! Everybody's Business Season 2 is here! If 2020 taught us anything, it's that we never know what to expect, and when things keep changing it can be scary. But moving out of that comfort zone, and through that fear, is one of the best lessons we can learn for life and entrepreneurship. Our first guest is a women on the move-- literally! Michelle Fishburne is a PR-executive turned oral historian, traveling the country and recording stories from Americans of all walks.  

Taking action is critical to the difference between an idea, and effecting real change. Often times it can seem some of the critical differences between success and failure can come down to simply the small steps you take each day to move your idea further! Special guest is Ron Ben Zeev, President and Co-Founder of Wold Housing Solution, and after a diversified career spanning the globe, he now calls Central Florida home. We're thrilled to have him round out our first season of "Everybody's Business!"

Is your future insured for success? From long-term care, to healthcare, insurance products are things entrepreneurs need to know about... before you actually are in need! This week's special guests are Christina Pinto, from MPC Wealth Management, and Tony Jenkins, Market President for Florida Blue to discuss what entrepreneurs and business owners need to know to stay safe, healthy and financially sound for a lifetime and beyond.

As an entrepreneur, the vision you have is unique to you. Your background and skillset gives you a unique vision for the future! This perspective is what makes entrepreneurs special, and ultimately successful... but trust us--- not everyone will see it! This week's special guest is Carlos Carbonell, CEO and founder of Echo Interaction Group, and a key player in Florida's tech, business, hispanic and LGBTQ communities, and we're thrilled to have him on with us!

Are you tired of pivoting? You're not alone! The key to survival, especially during tough times, is flexibility-- both inside your business and inside your mind. This week we're talking to Lois Perry, a legendary SCORE counselor (and our chapter chair) and former VP of Advertising & CMO for Chuck E Cheese. She brings wisdom and depth in consumer trends and their business impact, and of course a lot of laughs in this week's episode. 

Diversification doesn't have to mean getting into entirely new things, but rather smart moves you can make with what you do already! This week's guest is Michael Dermer, founder of The Lonely Entrepreneur, our partner in online education. Michael is a lawyer and serial entrepreneur and always full of fascinating insights.

While silence may be uncomfortable, it may be your best friend in making a sale! This week's special guest is Courtney Powell, President of AceApplications, a technology solutions provider for businesses, schools, and government agencies, delivering custom software and web development, cloud applications, business consulting and technology sales. He is a past client of our center and a leader in the Orlando business community.