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The PowerTalk Show is Business Talks Weekly’s flagship interview series — hosted by founder and B2B strategist Navin Shetty. Each episode goes deep with CEOs, founders, and industry leaders on the decisions, failures, and breakthroughs that define their careers.

From fintech disruptors and AI pioneers to hospitality innovators and sustainability champions, PowerTalk guests share the kind of unfiltered insight you rarely find in a press release. New episodes publish weekly. Browse the full archive below — or reach out to be featured as a guest on the show.

Courtney-Intersimone
Business, PowerTalk Show

Beyond the Corporate Ladder—The Surprising Challenges of C-Suite Leadership

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In this episode, we were joined by Courtney Intersimone, an advisor to C-suite and aspiring C-suite executives. With over 25 years of experience in corporate leadership and talent management, Courtney helps high-achievers break through to their next level of influence, income, and impact. Her journey from an in-house HR leader to a private consultant was driven by a passion for working directly with individuals and helping them navigate the complex world of corporate power.

Ian-Chamandy
Business, PowerTalk Show

Find Your Superpower—The Seven-Word Secret to Business Success

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In this episode, we were joined by Ian Chamandy, the co-founder and Chief Purpose Officer at PurposeU.AI. With over 20 years of experience, Ian has helped more than 400 organizations find their “superpower” through a proprietary process he calls Blueprinting. This process helps companies define their purpose in seven words or less and uses it to guide everything they do and say.

Angela Thomas
Middle-East & Africa, PowerTalk Show

Why the World is Moving to Dubai—A Serial Entrepreneur’s Guide to Scaling

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In this episode, we were joined by Angela Thomas, the founder of Angel Success Consulting. With nearly 30 years as a serial entrepreneur, Angela has built and sold businesses in a wide range of industries, from beauty and real estate to aviation and luxury goods. Her journey began in her grandparents’ bakery in East Germany at the age of five, where she began to “suck up entrepreneurship.” Today, she uses her extensive experience to help founders and service providers in Dubai scale their businesses sustainably and internationally.

Angshuman-Rudra
PowerTalk Show, Technology

How AI is Revolutionizing MarTech—An Insider’s Guide to Data and Automation

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In this conversation, Angshuman Rudra, a seasoned professional in the marketing technology industry, discusses the evolution and unique offerings of TapClicks. He emphasizes the importance of data insights for businesses, particularly smaller ones, and how TapClicks aims to simplify marketing operations through its platform. The discussion also delves into the role of AI in marketing automation, the challenges faced in data management, and the key lessons learned in building a successful tech company.

Jon Morris, Founder & CEO, Fiscal Advocate, on The PowerTalk Show
Business, PowerTalk Show

From Zero to $40M—The Three Numbers Every Founder Needs to Know

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In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Jon Morris, the founder and CEO of Fiscal Advocate. Jon’s story is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, starting with his first company, Rise Interactive, a digital marketing agency he grew from a one-person operation to nearly $40 million in revenue with 250 employees. After successfully selling that business, he created Fiscal Advocate, a company dedicated to helping service-based businesses master their finances.

John-Harper
Health & Wellness, PowerTalk Show, Technology

From Competitive Athlete to Tech Innovator—The Story Behind LumaFlex

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In this episode, we were joined by John Graham Harper, the founder and CEO of LumaFlex. John’s journey is a powerful testament to turning personal struggles into a mission-driven business. With over 15 years in the fitness industry and a background as a competitive rugby player and amateur boxer, he discovered the transformative power of red light therapy while searching for a solution to his own severe injuries. This led him to create LumaFlex, a company dedicated to making natural healing accessible to all.

Meeky Hwang, CEO & Co-Founder, Ndevr, on The PowerTalk Show
PowerTalk Show, Technology

From Code to CEO—How Ndevr is Building Digital Solutions for a Healthier World

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In this episode, we were joined by Meeky Hwang, the CEO and co-founder of Ndevr, a digital solution development agency that helps health and wellness brands build scalable and high-performing digital platforms. With over two decades of experience, Meeky has a deep understanding of the technical side of the web, and she’s using that expertise to help growth-stage companies thrive online.

Donovan J. Ryckis, CEO, Ethos Benefits, on The PowerTalk Show
Finance, PowerTalk Show

Why Your Health Insurance is So Expensive—and What a “Fiduciary” Can Do About It

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In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Donovan J. Ryckis, the CEO of Ethos Benefits. Ethos is an award-winning employee benefits consulting firm dedicated to bringing a fiduciary-based approach to employer-sponsored healthcare, a sector that impacts more than 180 million Americans. Donovan’s journey, which began in financial services, led him to recognize a critical problem in the healthcare space—the lack of transparency and an inherent conflict of interest.

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