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Business Owners Tell All

On The Seeker Solution Podcast, your host, Jamie Seeker encourages business owners to tell all! They"ll share not only their expertise, but their stories and their purpose and what it takes to run a successful business. We cover a wide range of topics – the good and exciting, the challenges and sometimes the ugly. Experiences and lessons learned that our guests have faced along the way. We believe that every person has a unique message which can make a positive impact . We let our guests share on

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27:18

Process Over Breakthroughs: Building a Business in...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/02/12

In this episode of Business Owner Tell All: What It Takes host Jamie Seeker sits down with Dr. Connor Glass, Founder & CEO of Phantom Neuro, based in Austin, Texas. Connor shares his journey from aspiring military officer to medical researcher to startup founder, ultimately creating a neurotechnology company that’s revolutionizing how prosthetics connect with the human body.With Phantom Neuro’s recent $19 million Series A raise, Connor opens up about the strategies, pivots, and process decisions

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21:48

Beyond the Firewall: Using AI to Protect People, Not...

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2026/02/09

In this episode, Jamie Seeker talks with Dr. Damodar “Damo” Sahu, a global tech leader and philanthropist who’s turning AI into a force for good. Based in Northville, Michigan, Data Safeguard Inc. is an AI-powered data privacy and synthetic fraud prevention company helping enterprises protect digital identities before cybercriminals can exploit them.Dr. Sahu shares his journey — from growing up in a small town in Odisha, India, to leading digital transformation at Wipro, to co-founding a company

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25:12

Don’t Just File—Plan: Why Smart Businesses Treat...

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2026/02/05

In this episode of Business Owners Tell All: What It Takes, Jamie Seeker speaks with Seth Kamens, founder of Kamens & Associates, a full-service accounting and consulting firm based in Livingston, NJ, just 30 minutes outside New York City.Seth’s career path wasn’t straightforward—after stints in Washington, D.C., recovering from a serious illness, and working at powerhouse firms like Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, Deloitte, and Cohn, he realized he hated working for others in environments that

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23:50

No Fee, No Fear: Building a Business That Bets on People

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2026/02/02

In this powerful episode, Jamie Seeker sits down with Jim Parrish, founder of Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, based in Northern Virginia. Jim shares how he built a multi-million-dollar personal injury practice rooted in values and client trust—all on a contingency-fee model where the firm only gets paid if clients win.Drawing from his early days inside the insurance industry, Jim now uses that knowledge to fight for accident victims in car and commercial trucking crashes. But what really sets him apart is

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23:32

More Than Molecules: Tammy Lisi on Women, Robotics,...

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2026/01/29

Tammy Lisi, affectionately known as The Unicorn Chemist, joins Jamie Seeker to share her unconventional journey from chemistry intern to neurophysiology researcher to co-founding Formulate Robotics, a tech-powered contract manufacturing company operating out of rural Iowa. In this deeply authentic episode, Tammy opens up about breaking into male-dominated STEM fields, the emotional weight of fundraising, lessons learned from hiring missteps, and the quiet tenacity it takes to lead in science,

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19:16

Inventing the Future: What It Takes to Lead, Build,...

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2026/01/26

Pete Bernard’s journey spans from launching firmware startups in high school to leading major innovations at Microsoft and now reshaping the global conversation around Edge AI. In this conversation, Pete breaks down the mindset behind product innovation, why timing and customer clarity matter more than features, and how conviction, collaboration, and education play critical roles in staying ahead in fast-evolving tech landscapes.From financial planning in billion-dollar product teams to

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30:48

Return on Time: Brett Swarts on Legacy, Faith &...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/01/23

In this episode of Business Owners Tell All: What It Takes, Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, shares how financial loss, faith, and family values shaped his mission to help others exit wisely. After watching a client (and his own family) lose everything due to poor financial planning, Brett made it his life’s work to educate high-net-worth individuals on the power of the Deferred Sales Trust (DST). He opens up about building his business from zero during the 2008 crash, living

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29:38

The Hustle Behind the Aisles: The Financial Reality...

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2026/01/19

In this candid and deeply relatable conversation, Gregory Vetter, co-founder of Tessemae’s and current CEO of Alta Fresh Foods, joins What It Takes to talk about the real cost of entrepreneurship—with a focus on financials. Drawing from his honest and hilarious book Undressed, Greg shares his multi-phase “Money Quest” journey, including investor pitfalls, oil spills, media hype, board takeovers, and ultimately, how bankruptcy led to personal freedom and a renewed vision.Now with Alta Fresh Foods,

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25:49

The Strong Protected Business: How One Lawyer is...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/01/15

In this episode, Jamie Seeker talks with Matthew Neill Davis, founder of Davis Business Law—a firm that has scaled to nine locations across the Midwest and South, making the rare leap onto the Inc. 5000 list. Matthew shares how he built a multi-office law firm from Enid, Oklahoma, his philosophy behind the "Strong Protected Business System," and real-world lessons in preventing disaster before it strikes.A heavy metal guitarist and author of The Art of Preventing Stupid, Matt opens up about how he's

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26:44

Inventing the Future: Ajay Malik on the Power—and...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/01/12

In this mind-expanding episode, Jamie Seeker sits down with Ajay Malik—CEO of StudioX-AI, futurist, inventor, and former tech exec at Google, Cisco, HP, and Motorola. Now based in San Jose, California, Ajay shares how his obsession with innovation led to 100+ patents and the founding of StudioX, an AI platform built to democratize predictive insights for businesses.Ajay discusses the ethics of AI, financial planning with machine learning, and how to make AI not just a tool—but a co-founder. This

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21:50

Marketing That Moves the Needle: Arielle Cohen on...

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2026/01/08

In this episode, she unpacks how authenticity, strategic financial planning, leadership evolution, and bold branding helped her business not just survive—but scale. From creating “Stoplight Reports” to empowering global teams, Arielle offers practical advice with raw honesty and high energy.📝 Key Interview Notes🔥 Startup StoryArielle didn’t start with Marketing 411—she had several businesses that didn’t make it.The breakthrough came from a chance meeting with her future business partner in the

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25:36

The Woman Behind the Verdicts: Building More Than a...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/01/05

In this episode, Laura dives into her growth strategy, from starting her firm in her living room to making intentional hiring decisions and scaling while staying mission-driven. She also breaks down how she approached financial planning, cash flow, and the importance of knowing when to ask for help. Her perspective on balancing business with empathy, motherhood, and personal leadership makes this episode especially empowering for women and minority entrepreneurs.🔑 Key Notes & Topics🎯 Founding

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26:20

Demystifying Money: What Randy Lorensen Wants You to...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2026/01/01

In this insightful episode, Randy Lorensen shares his unexpected journey from poker pro to national franchise founder. He talks candidly about starting Premium Cabinets with no background in design or construction, and how his drive for continual growth led him to systematize the business for national scalability. Randy also dives deep into financial mindset, offering practical tips for business owners, and previews his upcoming book aimed at transforming the way people understand money.This episode

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23:02

Just Say It: Culture, Courage & the Real Work of...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/12/25

In this episode of Business Owners Tell All: What It Takes, host Jamie Seeker sits down with Jonathan Raymond, the founder and CEO of Ren AI, a coaching technology company based in San Diego, California. With a background that spans law, tech entrepreneurship, and nonprofit leadership, Jonathan shares how he discovered the missing link in leadership: authentic, emotionally intelligent conversations.We dig into:Why leaders struggle with hard feedbackHow personal development collides with business

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25:52

Mom Boss Mode: Julie Cole on Building Mabel’s Labels...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/12/18

In this candid and energizing episode, Julie Cole shares the story of how she left a career in law to co-found Mabel’s Labels, all while raising six kids and navigating the challenges of early entrepreneurship. From launching in a basement with her sister and two friends to growing into a business with a 20,000 sq. ft. facility and 50+ employees, Julie walks us through the grit, risk, and reality behind building a brand parents trust.She dives into how thoughtful business planning, strong

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19:41

What the Hustle Doesn’t Tell You: The Truth About...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/12/11

Inthisepisode,JamieSeekersitsdownwithself-madeentrepreneurYousefBenhamida,whoturnedaone-bedroomapartmentandafewhundreddollarsintoHumboldtsSecretSupplies—nowoneofthetop-sellingplantnutrientbrandsintheU.S.Yousefopensupabouthowsuccesscamenotjustthroughhustle,butfromrockbottommoments,personalloss,andradicaldiscipline.Fromtakingstimulantstostayawakethrough16-hourworkdaystolosingitallafterreachingafalsepeak,hesharestherealstorybehindwhatittakes—notjusttobuildabusiness,buttorebuildaman.🔑KEYTHEMES&TAKEA

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25:04

Justice with a Human Touch: Kyle Bachus on Law, Loss...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/12/04

InthispowerfulandheartfeltepisodeofBusiness Owners Tell All: What It Takes, JamieSeekersitsdownwithKyleBachus,co-founderofBachus&Schanker,LLCinDenver,Colorado.Fromhisearlyinspirationasa17-year

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26:15

In the Eye of the Storm: Standing Tall with Attorney...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/11/27

In this episode of Business Owners Tell All: What It Takes, Jamie Seeker sits down with Juan Cruz, founder and managing attorney of JCA Law, PLLC, a Texas-based education law firm with offices in Laredo, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi. With nearly 30 years of legal experience and a track record that includes a win before the Texas Supreme Court, Juan shares the grit, strategy, and heart it took to build a respected firm from scratch.Juan opens up about:Walking away from big law to follow his own

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21:00

Charging Ahead: How Joseph Nagle Is Powering the EV...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/11/20

In this insightful and candid episode, Joseph Nagle, Head of Strategy at Pando Electric, shares how his team is disrupting the EV charging space by simplifying the tech, targeting underserved communities, and building a resilient, mission-aligned company culture.From securing a $5.4 million state grant to pioneering smart outlet charging that cuts costs and maintenance, Joseph walks us through what it takes to build a scalable and meaningful solution in an emerging industry—while also opening up

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33:31

The Road to Approval: Zoning Out the Noise with Jake...

Business Owners Tell All ·

2025/11/13

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Jake Malott, the founder of Whitestone DCI, a Los Angeles-based consulting firm that specializes in preconstruction project management and land use consulting. From giving Segway tours and dressing as a pineapple to breaking through LA’s regulatory red tape, Jake’s journey into business ownership is anything but conventional.He shares how persistence, creativity, and valuing his own work were key to launching and sustaining his company — all while building a

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