

The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership
Graystoke Networks
Jess Larsen interviews exciting people and uncommonly high achievers including Billionaires, Pro Athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, Hollywood Actors like Danny Glover, New York Times Bestselling Authors, Tech Founders, Four-star Generals, World Class Musicians, Special Ops, VCs, Olympic Athletes, Non-Profit Leaders, Inventors and many more.
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Mar 27, 2023 • 31min
The Art of Greenlighting Films with Jeremy Wall
Jeremy Wall is an accomplished independent film producer who has arranged production financing of $60MM for feature films, and produced commercially successful films. He has worked with talented actors and directors and has raised funds for international film acquisition funds. Jeremy's unique skill set in finance, development, and production has led him to excel where others have failed. In this interview, co-hosted with Brad Johnson, you can learn about Jeremy's experience and how he has been able to deliver profitable films while providing valuable advice and know-how for new media companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 2023 • 59min
What It Takes to Win Funding | Managing Director of Techstars Austin Amos Schwartzfarb
Get inspired by the amazing successes of Amos Schwartzfarb! Learn how he turned a mail-order company into a successful e-commerce business, competed nationally in Adventure Racing, and made over 70 seed stage investments as the Managing Director of Techstars Austin. Join Jess Larsen in his interview with Amos as they discuss his strategies for leadership and innovation. Don't miss out on this incredible conversation and get ready to be inspired! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 23, 2023 • 45min
Leadership Secrets from an Award-Winning Hollywood Director | Mitch Davis
Be inspired by the incredible story of Mitch Davis, an Emmy-nominated producer and filmmaker who has worked on Academy Award-winning films like “Dead Poets Society” and “Rocketeer”, and has created six feature films of his own. Hear how Mitch has pursued leadership and innovation throughout his career to become a successful independent filmmaker and inspiring church leader who has raised five married children and 12 grandchildren. Join Jess Larsen on the Leadership and Innovation Podcast to learn more about Mitch's remarkable story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 22, 2023 • 44min
Strengthening Trade and Economic Ties | Sylvain Fabi, Canada's Consul General
Discover the business strategies and personal traits of Canada's Consul General in the U.S. Mountain West Region, Mr. Fabi. Listen in as he shares his professional journey that has taken him from Ottawa to Moscow, Havana, Santiago, Jamaica, and the Bahamas, and learn why he is currently responsible for modernizing the Columbia River Treaty with the United States. Get inspired by his commitment to leadership, innovation, and international relations in this exclusive Leadership and Innovation Podcast interview with Jess Larsen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 21, 2023 • 46min
Raising $118M and Becoming CEO of the Year | Cydni Tetro
Cydni Tetro is an innovator, leader and advocate for STEM. She's the CEO of the quickly growing enterprise Brandless, the largest fundraise led by a woman in Silicon Slopes. Hear her story about how she used technology, stories, experience, and relationships to build successful companies, marketing and product teams that drive customer acquisition, market leadership and growth strategies. Learn how Cydni is using her platform to amplify the economic impact of women in tech and expand the talent pipeline. Learn how Cydni is leveraging her experience to make better choices simple and easy. Join Jess as she interviews Cydni Tetro on Leadership and Innovation Podcast. Tune in now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2023 • 49min
Simplifying healthcare with Vital CEO Aaron Patzer
Aaron Patzer is a successful entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of Vital, a modern hospital software that simplifies patient engagement and communication in emergency and inpatient settings. His previous ventures include the sale of Mint.com to Intuit for $170 million, and Fountain.com, a video-conferencing app connecting users to experts in various fields. Patzer's expertise lies in leveraging technology to simplify complex tasks, and he continues to innovate in the healthcare industry with Vital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mar 17, 2023 • 38min
Harnessing the Power of Uncertainty | Mark Lenhard
Be inspired by the incredible journeys of innovative leaders and entrepreneurs! In the latest episode of the Leadership and Innovation Podcast, host Jess Larsen interviews the seasoned leader passionate about building incredible teams and scaling companies through focused, short-term execution, while staying the course on a long-term, differentiated vision. Hear about how this remarkable guest drives change through uncertainty by leveraging strong accountability and analytical decision-making. Tune in to this inspiring episode today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 2023 • 53min
#1 Largest Crowdfunded Animated Family Series | Jordan Harmon
Learn the inspiring story of Jordan Harmon, entrepreneur and President of Angel Studios. Jordan was raised in a family of nine entrepreneurs and took his passion for business to the next level - creating a successful Facebook application, working as an SEO specialist and marketing manager, and co-founding DIY security company Cove. Discover the innovative business strategies and leadership experience that have taken him to the top, plus his inspiring journey, on the Leadership and Innovation Podcast with Jess Larsen. Tune in to hear from this ambitious entrepreneur and be inspired to take your career to the next level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15, 2023 • 39min
Innovative IT Management with CEO Fred Voccola
Meet Fred Voccola, the CEO of Kaseya, the leading provider of unified IT management and security software for managed service providers (MSPs) and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). With over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Fred is a proven leader who has successfully driven growth and innovation in multiple companies. In this interview, he shares his insights on the IT industry, the role of MSPs, and the future of Kaseya and its family of brands, which includes Datto, Unitrends, Spanning Cloud Apps, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 2023 • 45min
Behind Boxabl’s Multi-Billion Dollar Innovations | Paolo Tiramani
Unlock the secrets to revolutionary innovation and leadership with the Leadership and Innovation Podcast. Our guest, Paolo Tiramani, is the CEO of Boxabl, a multi-billion dollar technology company with dozens of patented innovations. Get the inside scoop on what it takes to co-found and lead such an incredibly successful venture, and learn how Boxabl is revolutionizing building construction and providing affordable housing solutions. Tune in to unlock the keys to success with the Leadership and Innovation Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


