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Beyond Fulfillment Podcast

What separates entrepreneurs who scale from those who stall? Every week, Beyond Fulfillment host Dave Gulas sits down with founders, CEOs, and business builders for raw, unfiltered conversations about what actually works — and what nearly broke them. You"ll hear from leaders like David Meltzer, Susan Sly, Brian Esposito, Darren Jacklin, and Susan Bratton, plus the next generation of entrepreneurs quietly building remarkable companies. No polished PR answers. Just hard-won lessons, pivotal decisions,

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29:30

The TikTok Papa's Playbook w/ Puneet Nanda: Ayurveda,...

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2026/04/21

In this episode, join us as Puneet Nanda, founder of Guru Nanda and the original force in oral care, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey from founding Dr. Fresh to dominating TikTok Shop as one of its top sellers. Puneet dives deep into building health-focused consumer brands, leveraging social media for business growth, and why embracing authenticity is key in today’s creator economy. Learn how Puneet used Ayurveda principles and ingredient transparency to differentiate his products from

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32:54

Redefining Cosmetics: Creating Waterless Hygiene...

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2026/04/16

In this episode, Dave sits down with Nathalye Balistrire, founder of Mind-RA Mental Health Cosmetics, for a candid conversation about entrepreneurial resilience, building a mission-driven business, and the realities of creating products that fill genuine gaps in the market. You’ll hear how Nathalye immigrated to the U.S. from Venezuela, learned English from scratch, and established a successful therapy practice, all before launching an innovative cosmetic line designed for neurodivergent individuals

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18:14

Your Post-Purchase Experience Is Leaking Revenue,...

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2026/04/15

Acquiring a customer is the expensive part. Keeping them is where brands actually build a business. Recorded live on the floor of Shoptalk Spring 2026, Dave talks with five founders and operators about everything that happens after a customer hits & 'buy' and why that's where most brands leavemoney on the table. Lifecycle marketing, returns operations, conversion analytics, fraud prevention, and retargeting all in one episode.Guests: Danielle Satterwhite (The Lifecycle Lab) -

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24:30

The Power of Persistence: How Sesh Disrupted the...

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2026/04/14

In this episode, Dave sits down with Max Cunningham, founder and CEO of Sesh, to share an honest look at launching and scaling a high-growth consumer brand in one of the world’s most competitive and regulated industries. Hear how Max went from sports locker rooms and battling with quitting nicotine to creating a top-selling nicotine pouch product, building a modern nicotine company from the ground up. The discussion dives into raising funding with limited resources, overcoming setbacks like maxed

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16:23

AI Just Changed How Customers Find Your Brand (And...

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2026/04/13

If your brand is still thinking about SEO the old way, this episode is a wake-up call. Dave Gulas sits down with founders from Novi, Botify, SimilarWeb, Decagon AI, and Creator IQ to unpack how agentic commerce and AI-powered search are fundamentally changing product discovery. The brands winning right now aren't chasing the technology, they're using it to fix a specific problem faster than their competitors.Guests: Kimberly Shenk (Novi) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyshenk/Katrina Winfield

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11:17

Why Real Product Lovers Outperform Influencers with...

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2026/04/09

In this episode, Dave Gulas sits down with Eric Sheinkop, the founder of the Desire Company, live from the bustling energy of Shop Talk. Discover how Eric identified a real issue facing businesses today, authenticity in product recommendations, and hear the story behind the evolution of his company. Eric shares candid examples about working with experts and passionate users, not just celebrities, to create product reviews that customers trust. The discussion covers practical ways to stand out in a

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14:50

Your Car Will Run Your Errands. AI Will Coach Your...

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2026/04/07

Live from Shoptalk Spring 2026 in Las Vegas. Three founders operating at the edge of what retail and commerce become next. Evan Smith from Ethosphere explains how voice AI is transforming in-store associate coaching without replacing anyone. Patrick Mitchell from AutoLane describes autonomous vehicles already routing through Palo Alto. Renzo Bojanovich from WooCommerce breaks down how open-source infrastructure gives merchants an edge in an AI-agent world.Guests: Evan Smith (Ethosphere) -

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11:10

AI-Powered Delivery: How Bill Catania Scaled OneRail...

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2026/04/02

In this episode, we sit down with Bill Catania, founder and CEO of OneRail, to explore the journey of building a cutting-edge tech delivery platform from the ground up. Bill candidly shares the challenges and rewards of growing OneRail from an idea at his kitchen table into a company coordinating over 300,000 deliveries per day. Hear how his team created an AI-powered delivery system serving major brands while maintaining a lean workforce, a move that reduced operational costs by 70% and set new

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19:37

The AI Adoption Gap: What Brands Are Actually...

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2026/03/31

Live from Shoptalk Spring 2026 in Las Vegas. Dave Gulas talks with founders and operators about the real challenge of AI adoption - not the keynote version, the hallway version. Helena Shannon, CJ Pinkham, John Hyland, Steven Amato, and Eli Weiss offer candid perspectives on what's working, what's overhyped, and what brands are actually doing about it. Guests: Helena Shannon (Arkhive Digital) | CJ Pinkham (CJPC) | John Hyland (TeenVoice Inc.) | Steven Amato (Amaze Holdings) | Eli Weiss (YotPo)

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40:15

From Trauma to Triumph: The Journey to True...

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2026/03/26

Inthisepisode,seasonedentrepreneurandpodcasterAlanLazarosrevealshisunconventionaljourneyfromearlyadversityandtragedytobuildingathrivingmulti-facetedbusiness—includingproducing86podcastsandcoaching26businessownersone-on-one.HostDavedivesdeepwithAlanintotherealitiesbehindentrepreneurialsuccess,discussingself-awareness,theimpactoftherapy,andwhysomanyfoundersstruggletobalancehealth,wealth,andrelationships.Alanbreaksdownwhatmostcoachesmiss:theimportanceofunderstandingyourblindspotsanddevelopingholisticgro

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32:00

From Restaurant Grind to Real Estate Empire: Gino...

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2026/03/24

In this episode, Dave sits down with renowned investor, author, and business coach Gino Barbaro to dive into the real-world journey of building lasting success as an entrepreneur. If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or start-up founder searching for practical strategies to grow your business, this conversation delivers hard-earned lessons, candid stories, and actionable advice from someone who scaled up to over 2,000 multifamily real estate units and hundreds of millions in assets under

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27:07

From $100 to 90 Employees: Lessons in Grit with David...

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2026/03/19

In this episode, Dave sits down with serial entrepreneur David Feinman, founder of Viral Ideas, to share real-world strategies and lessons for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and start-up founders. From launching his first ventures as a teenager, to building and selling companies, and scaling Viral Ideas to over 90 employees, David candidly walks through the highs and lows of business ownership. Discover honest stories about building a business with minimal capital—just $100 each, grit, and

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36:27

Turning Moments Into Movements: How John Petrocelli...

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2026/03/17

In this episode, Dave sits down with streaming pioneer John Petrocelli to share his story and business wisdom with entrepreneurs, small business owners, and start-up founders. Discover how John went from tech and entertainment in Boston and LA to becoming a trailblazer in live streaming—working with icons like Prince and powerhouse brands including Coca-Cola, AT&T, Jeep, and Nissan. You’ll learn how John Petrocelli combined his technical background with industry insight to spot opportunities

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37:55

Why Most Startups Fail: Lessons Learned From 10...

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2026/03/12

In this episode, seasoned entrepreneur Bill Flynn joins Dave to share practical insights from decades spent scaling startups and advising growth-focused founders. If you’re a small business owner, startup founder, or aspiring entrepreneur searching for actionable strategies, you’ll receive a candid look into what really moves the needle in business growth. Bill discusses the patterns and mistakes he’s seen across ten startups, covering topics like finding true product-market fit, the importance of

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30:05

From $500M in Sales to Building His Own Empire:...

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2026/03/10

In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, host Dave sits down with renowned sales coach and entrepreneur Julian Reading, founder of Sales Journey and creator of Sales Commander, to share actionable strategies for entrepreneurs, startup founders, and small business owners. Julian dives deep into the real challenges of leaving corporate comfort for the uncertain world of entrepreneurship, revealing how purpose, tenacity, and a methodical approach fueled his decade-long journey to building

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04:08

The Movement To Make Healthy Food Affordable, with...

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2026/03/09

In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, Dave Gulas sits down with Torah Torres, founder of Adventure CPG, to talk about practical solutions for lowering distribution costs in the natural products industry. If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or start-up founder aiming to grow a healthy consumer brand, you'll find inspiration in their real-world discussion on how standard logistics can help make healthier foods more affordable and accessible.Torah shares her firsthand

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07:49

Kill Tedious Work: Streamlining Logistics Tasks with...

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2026/03/09

In this episode, Dave sits down with Maria Cardenas Ramos, founder of Celerik Labs and The StoryGen, live from the Manifest conference. They dive into honest conversations about building strategic business partnerships, automating repetitive workflows, and the importance of making every process count for your bottom line. Maria Cardenas Ramos shares real stories about collaborating within the logistics industry and explains how she saves clients thousands by automating manual tasks—freeing people up

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08:44

Mastering Logistics Sales: Soft Skills & Authenticity...

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2026/03/09

In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, host Dave Gulas sits down with Holly LaBoda, founder of Formula L, to explore actionable sales strategies and trends shaping the logistics and transportation industry in 2026. Designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders, this conversation delivers practical advice on standing out in crowded markets, building trust with customers, and leveraging authentic relationships to fuel business growth. Holly shares her journey—from

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10:37

The Critical Balance: Leveraging AI while building...

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2026/03/08

In this episode of the Beyond Fulfillment Podcast, Dave sits down with Domenic Maiani, founder of Lazio Search Group, at MANIFEST to talk about the real-world impact of AI, automation, and networking for ambitious entrepreneurs, small business owners, and founders. Hear how the logistics and software landscape is rapidly changing, and the ways successful leaders are leveraging AI to multiply sales results, streamline operations, and anticipate hiring trends for 2026. Domenic brings honest insight

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09:20

Mastering Niche Markets: How SMB Freight Brokers Can...

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2026/03/07

In this episode, Dave sits down with Will Jenkins, CEO and founder of Journey, to explore real-world strategies that can help entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders thrive in the freight and logistics industry. Will Jenkins shares his journey scaling a company to a billion dollars in revenue and explains how Journey has built a successful reputation by focusing on niche markets and serving over 160 clients, including 11 of the top 100 industry leaders. You’ll hear firsthand

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