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.
In this dynamic episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Bill Kasko, the President and CEO of Frontline Source Group, a nationwide professional staffing agency and executive search firm. Bill’s journey into the recruiting industry was an unexpected but ultimately rewarding career change, driven by a desire for something different.
In this illuminating episode, we hosted Salvador Ordorica, the CEO and Founder of The Spanish Group, a global language translation and localization company. Salvador’s professional background is deeply rooted in a passion for languages and international culture, a passion that led him to establish a company in response to the underserved translation needs in the United States.
In this candid episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Kevin Palmieri, the CSO, Founder, and Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast. Kevin’s journey is a refreshing deviation from the typical entrepreneurial narrative. He didn’t go to college, had no plans to be a business owner, and worked a series of jobs—from a gas station attendant to a truck driver—before discovering his passion for podcasting.
In this crucial episode, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting Harold “Ed” Patricoff, Jr., a seasoned attorney now a partner at Miami’s new Lawson Huck Gonzalez office. Ed’s career has taken him from the intricacies of power plant technology to the forefront of sustainability, culminating in his recent role in leading the largest-ever carbon removal agreement involving biochar, between Exomad Green (Bolivia) and Microsoft.
In this fascinating episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Javier Tordable, the CEO and Co-Founder of Pauling.AI. Javier’s professional journey is a compelling one, with a deep background in computer science and mathematics that led him to spend 16 years at Google. It was during his last role there, working with life sciences companies, that he recognized a critical opportunity: using technology to make the process of creating new medicines more efficient.
In this dynamic episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Andrew Bolton, the CEO and Co-Founder of TechRescue. Andrew’s professional journey is a fascinating one, starting as a Wall Street trader specializing in derivatives and equities before moving into private equity, venture capital, and eventually, the technology and SaaS sectors. His deep understanding of data and market dynamics from the financial world has uniquely positioned him to build a successful and responsive tech support company.
In this important episode, we had an honor to host Miguel McInnis, the President and CEO of Coordinated Transportation Solutions (CTS). Miguel, with over 30 years in the healthcare industry, brings a wealth of experience from his time at prestigious firms like Deloitte and Ernst & Young, as well as his leadership at community health organizations. His career has been consistently driven by a passion for serving underserved populations, a commitment that led him to his current role at CTS.
In this insightful episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Evan Poling, the visionary founder of Biz Retire. Evan’s unique background in U.S. bank compliance, specifically with the Bank Secrecy Act, provided him with an unparalleled understanding of business operations across diverse industries. He spent years meticulously analyzing financial flows, supplier relationships, and customer dynamics for hundreds, if not thousands, of businesses.
In this illuminating episode, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting Eric Mitchell—a seasoned expert in mortgage and FinTech, and a highly sought-after sales coach and author. Eric’s journey into the lending industry, much like many, began by accident, stemming from a challenging personal experience with the banking system in 1999. This unexpected pivot led him to deep-dive into the intricacies of the American financial landscape, ultimately shaping his impressive 26-year career.
