Welcome to the Arena from ICR – Conversations with Today"s Innovators & Business Leaders - Podcasts

28:48

Riad Sherif, MD, CEO, Oculis — Eyes on the Prize:...

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2026/10/07

Developing breakthrough medicines takes both courage and discipline. New treatments can transform patients' lives, but the path to approval is rigorous and leaves little room for error. Dr. Riad Sherif, MD, is the CEO of Oculis, a global biopharmaceutical company focused on breakthrough innovations in ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology. Oculis’ two late-stage clinical candidates, Privosegtor and Licaminlimab, present promising treatment options for those suffering from a broad range of

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24:16

Maria Stipp, CEO, Suja Life — Juice That’s Worth the...

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2026/09/30

Today’s consumer has become much more discerning about what they put into their body. And when people go to buy a beverage, they’re not just thinking about whether it’s refreshing or tastes good, they’re wondering about things like sugar content, hydration, and even the impact it will have on their mood. Maria Stipp is the CEO of Suja Life, a beverage company with a slate of offerings to satisfy the needs of the modern health-conscious consumer. Prior to joining the company, Maria served as

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27:22

John Melby, CEO, Xpansiv — Energy Registry: Operating...

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2026/09/23

For all the recent negative news surrounding renewable energy in the US, the reality is that in 2025, around 80% of the new power generation that came online globally was renewable. But to encourage global players to participate in that market for renewables, you need a rigorous system of verification, and a stable modern marketplace. That's where today's company comes in.John Melby is the CEO of Xpansiv, the world's largest registry platform for renewable energy and carbon. John is an

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23:51

Kirsty Ross, COO, Super Group — Betting on Success:...

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2026/09/16

Super Group runs gaming and betting operations on every continent, but where they really dominate is in Africa, where they have worked very hard to understand — and cater to — regional differences in consumer preference.Our guest today is Kirsty Ross, Chief Operating Officer of Super Group, which trades under the symbol SGHC. As COO, Kirsty is responsible for global operations, organizational effectiveness, and scalable growth.Kirsty joins us today to discuss Super Group's ongoing expansion

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34:31

Josh Charlesworth, President and CEO, Krispy Kreme —...

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2026/09/09

Krispy Kreme has built a global brand on the strength of their incredible doughnuts. But the brand has recently gone through some struggles, and they're turning it around by finding new ways to get their products to consumers.Josh Charlesworth is the President and CEO of Krispy Kreme, which trades under the symbol D-N-U-T. Josh has served as President and CEO since January of 2024, and he joined the company as CFO in May of 2017. He was also appointed COO in May of 2019, and global

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26:21

Peter Milner, Founder & CEO, Renexxion Ireland —...

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2026/09/02

Millions of people around the world suffer from gastrointestinal issues like gastroparesis, reflux, and constipation, but until now, the available treatments haven’t been very effective, and often carry some pretty nasty potential side effects. Today, we're featuring a company hoping to bring those people relief with a drug that's both efficacious and safe. Today's guest is Peter Milner, the founder and managing member of Renexxion, where he serves as the CEO of its wholly owned operating

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29:58

Ramy Brook Sharp, Founder, Co-CEO & Creative...

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2026/08/26

So many women’s clothing companies are all about fast fashion: trendy products that are made to sell, but not to last. Today, we’re talking to the founder of an apparel company that’s focused on making quality clothes that feel good to wear, and live in your closet long-term. Ramy Brook Sharp is the Founder, Co-CEO and Creative Director of the women’s clothing brand, Ramy Brook. In 2010, Ramy set out to create the perfect timeless top to complement her jeans and jewelry. Unable to find what

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28:43

Max Martin, Co-founder & CEO, Enhanced — Let The...

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2026/08/19

The health and wellness space is crowded, with a lot of companies selling products that they claim will keep you healthier and more active into old age. To differentiate themselves, one company has organized an entire sporting event featuring elite athletes, but with a twist: competitors are allowed to use performance enhancing substances. Max Martin is the Co-founder and CEO of Enhanced, an elite sports competition and performance products company that trades on the NYSE under the symbol

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34:03

Sami Inkinen, Co-founder & CEO, Virta Health —...

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2026/08/12

As we continue to work on some new episodes for you, please enjoy this episode from June featuring Sami Inkinen, the co-founder and CEO of Virta Health.Summary:The medical establishment spent decades telling patients that type 2 diabetes is a chronic and irreversible disease. Today’s guest decided to prove them wrong.Sami Inkinen is the co-founder and CEO of Virta Health, a company using a combination of nutrition science, remote monitoring technology, and individualized coaching to help

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33:59

Mike Silvestrini, Co-founder & Managing Partner,...

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2026/08/05

As we take a short production break for summer we'll be re-releasing some old favorites, including this episode from back in June, featuring Mike Silvestrini, the co-founder and Managing Partner of Energea. Enjoy! Show Notes:Investing in clean energy infrastructure in emerging markets sounds more altruistic than profitable. But today's company shows that doing the right thing can also be incredibly lucrative.Mike Silvestrini, co-founder and Managing Partner of Energea, a US-based renewable

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30:25

Jeremy Morgan, CEO, American Family Care — Not Just...

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2026/07/29

Historically, urgent care clinics were places you only went to treat acute injuries, but people are now turning to them for a growing slate of non-emergency medical services. And for operators in the space, that's creating a huge amount of opportunity. Jeremy Morgan is the CEO of American Family Care, the nation's leading provider of urgent care with nearly 400 walk-in clinics across the United States. AFC's team of over 3,500 highly trained healthcare professionals deliver care to more

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30:13

Orazio Buzza, Founder & CEO, Fooda — Table Stakes:...

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2026/07/22

What if instead of a corporate cafeteria, your employer brought a different local restaurant to your office every day? It’s a simple idea, but the execution is surprisingly complicated. Orazio Buzza is the founder and CEO of Fooda, a leading workplace dining platform serving offices, hospitals, distribution centers and other workplaces across the US. Before founding Fooda in 2011, Orazio was part of the founding team at Echo Global Logistics, where he served as president and COO and helped

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27:16

David Cantu, CEO, Craftable — Solving Margin Drift:...

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2026/07/15

Summary:In a restaurant, food and labor account for 60 to 65 cents of every dollar spent, and there are a lot of ways to lose money when you’re not watching them closely. Most back-office tools only tell operators what went wrong after the fact; today’s company gives them a clear picture of what’s happening right now, and what it will cost them if they don’t do anything about it.David Cantu is the CEO of Craftable, one of the hospitality industry’s leading SaaS profit management platforms

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32:15

Joe Musselman, Founder & Managing Partner, BVVC —...

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2026/07/08

We're taking a short hiatus for the holiday, and we thought now would be a great time to resurface this episode from March about a venture capital fund focused on restoring America’s arms manufacturing capabilities. We hope you enjoy! Happy Fourth of July! Summary: When it comes to defense tech, it's not enough to design the best weapons systems, you need to be able to actually build them. Today's company is investing in the infrastructure that will restore American arms manufacturing

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27:25

Meghan McGowan, Founder & CEO, Barramundi —...

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2026/07/01

In ‘ID Fund’, Meghan McGowan and her husband Joe built a platform that gave their investors seamless access to exclusive — and lucrative — private investment opportunities. Now, with their new firm, Barramundi, they hope to build on that previous success by leveraging new technology, and expanding their total addressable market.Meghan is the Founder and CEO of Barramundi, a private markets and pre-IPO investment firm. Under her leadership, the company has grown to roughly 1.5 billion in

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30:30

Ricardo Azevedo, CEO, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming —...

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2026/06/24

Many people view their dogs as more than just pets — they see them as family members. So when they bring them to the groomer, they want to be sure they're well cared for. And many dog owners are willing to pay a premium for that kind of certainty.Ricardo Azevedo is the CEO of Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, America’s largest premium pet brand. Since joining in 2022, Ricardo has led the company from 150 locations to more than 330, adding five to eight new stores every month. Prior to Woof

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34:03

Sami Inkinen, Co-founder & CEO, Virta Health —...

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2026/06/17

The medical establishment spent decades telling patients that type 2 diabetes is a chronic and irreversible disease. Today’s guest decided to prove them wrong.Sami Inkinen is the co-founder and CEO of Virta Health, a company using a combination of nutrition science, remote monitoring technology, and individualized coaching to help patients reverse type 2 diabetes, obesity and other metabolic conditions. Previously, Sami co-founded Trulia, the online real estate marketplace, serving as COO

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33:59

Mike Silvestrini, Co-founder & Managing Partner,...

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2026/06/10

Investing in clean energy infrastructure in emerging markets sounds more altruistic than profitable. But today's company shows that doing the right thing can also be incredibly lucrative.Mike Silvestrini, co-founder and Managing Partner of Energea, a US-based renewable energy investment platform. Mike's a seasoned renewable energy professional who has played a central role in developing over 500 solar projects across the US, Brazil, and Africa, contributing meaningfully to the global

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34:31

Josh Charlesworth, President and CEO, Krispy Kreme —...

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2026/06/03

Krispy Kreme has built a global brand on the strength of their incredible doughnuts. But the brand has recently gone through some struggles, and they're turning it around by finding new ways to get their products to consumers.Josh Charlesworth is the President and CEO of Krispy Kreme, which trades under the symbol D-N-U-T. Josh has served as President and CEO since January of 2024, and he joined the company as CFO in May of 2017. He was also appointed COO in May of 2019, and global

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34:16

Mark Goldston, Executive Chairman, The Beachbody...

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2026/05/27

Today, we're revisiting a conversation from this years ICR conference, where we sat down with Mark Goldston, a respected turnaround executive, and the Executive Chairman of The Beachbody Company. Summary: When a once-successful business falls on hard times, it can sometimes be hard for them to diagnose and fix the problem from within. Today's guest has built a career out of helping these businesses turn things around, and he's doing it again with one of America's premiere fitness

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