Latest Power forward Podcast Episodes
What are You Passionate About? with Erika Swilley - Episode #61
Power Forward - August 31, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsErika Swilley knew from an early age that she wanted a career in which she could help others. She didn’t know her path would lead to sports and the NBA. In this episode, Erika explains how she’s followed her passion to become the Detroit Pistons Vice President of Community and Social Responsibil...
Be Your Own CEO with David Thomas - Episode #60
Power Forward - August 17, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAs the Director of Operations for Michigan State’s basketball team, David Thomas was known as the guy who got things done. Now, he’s doing something brand new - in the world of financial planning. In this episode, you’ll find out why David made the move and the importance of having a plan. Davi...
What Gets You Out of Bed with Robert Tuchman - Episode #59
Power Forward - August 03, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsRobert Tuchman has started, built, and sold companies before. However, starting a new business during the pandemic presented a new set of challenges. In this episode, you’ll find out what it takes to go out on your own as an entrepreneur and why it’s important to pursue your passions. Robert a...
Stop Thinking and Start Doing with Lauren Foundos - Episode #58
Power Forward - July 20, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsLauren Foundos was killing it in her job on Wall Street, but she knew it was time - time to make her business idea a reality. Five years later, she’s raised millions in capital and her fitness tech company is partnering with brands such as the NFL, UFC, and Under Armour. In this episode, you’ll ...
Game of Hundos Part 2 with Michael Ortiz - Episode #57
Power Forward - July 06, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsRunning 100 100-mile races in 100 weeks is a daunting goal on its own. But what happens when a global pandemic threatens to bring the journey to a halt? In this episode, our conversation with Michael Ortiz continues. You’ll hear how the Game of Hundos went on despite unexpected obstacles. As he...
Game of Hundos with Michael Ortiz - Episode #56
Power Forward - June 22, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsYou don’t have to be extraordinary to accomplish extraordinary things. That’s the message from Michael Ortiz, who went from not being a runner at all to pursuing a goal that seems impossible: running 100 100-mile races in 100 straight weeks. Michael took on the challenge of distance running...
Comfortable in Any Room with Gina Coleman - Episode #55
Power Forward - June 08, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsFrom the NBA to the financial industry, Gina Coleman has been comfortable in every room she’s been in. It’s helped her achieve success both as an entrepreneur and as a corporate executive. In this episode, you’ll find out Gina’s advice for earning a seat at the table. As the Chief Sales Officer...
Staying True to Your Roots with Andrew Blake - Episode #54
Power Forward - May 25, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsLeading a 75-year old company comes with a lot of pressure. And Andrew Blake wouldn’t have it any other way. In this episode, you’ll find out how he’s planting his flag in the soil of a company that is still finding new ways to grow after all these years. Andrew’s entrepreneurial spirit led...
More Than Mortgages with Cubie and Christian Hernandez, Mares Mortgage - Episode #53
Power Forward - May 11, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsCubie and Christian Hernandez are more than loan officers at Mares Mortgage. They are true advisors to their clients and citizens who uphold their community. In this episode, the Hernandez brothers share how they’re making an impact beyond the mortgage business. As former D-1 college athletes, ...
Coaching Them Up with Jamy Bechler - Episode #52
Power Forward - April 27, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsFrom the basketball court to the boardroom, every winning team has a common denominator that sets it apart. In this episode, Jamy Bechler pulls back the curtain on leadership through practical strategies and principles he teaches after 20+ years in athletics. Whether he’s coaching a team or a ...
A Girl with a Dream with Amanda Adamcheck - Episode #51
Power Forward - April 13, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsWhat makes someone who is climbing the corporate ladder decide to start over from the ground floor? For Amanda Adamcheck, it came down to the chance to live her dream. In this episode, you’ll find out how Amanda turned a side hustle into a thriving apparel business. Amanda’s business relies hea...
The IT Factor with Jason Bressler - Episode #50
Power Forward - March 30, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsLeading the mortgage industry in innovative technology isn’t enough for Jason Bressler. He’s looking to build the best IT team in any business, anywhere. In this episode, you’ll find out how UWM’s Chief Technology Officer plans to do that by finding the right people and finding out what drives t...
Get to Know That Voice Inside with Heather Zara - Episode #49
Power Forward - March 16, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsFiguring out what direction you want your business to take can be daunting – that is until you realize there is no right or wrong choice. There’s only the choice that’s best for you. In this episode, you’ll learn how Heather Zara built her own video production company by listening to the voice i...
Creating a Joyful Culture with Rich Sheridan - Episode #48
Power Forward - March 02, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsWho do we serve and what does delight look like for them? By asking those two questions, Rich Sheridan created a company that has attracted people from around the world who want to replicate the culture of Menlo Innovations. In this episode, you’ll find out how the CEO of Menlo built a company o...
Setting the Tone with Rod Wallace - Episode #47
Power Forward - February 16, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsRod Wallace has one of the most important jobs a leader can have: shaping the future of the next generation. Rod creates opportunities for young people through music, something he’s passionate about as a 30-year veteran of the music business himself. In this episode, you’ll learn how Rod’s innov...
Mastering the Soft Skills with Steve Herz - Episode #46
Power Forward - February 02, 2021 13:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAs a long-time talent agent, Steve Herz has helped elevate the careers of countless broadcasters. In the process, Steve has figured out what separates good from great in any business. In this episode, Steve reveals how mastering the soft skills can help you separate yourself from the pack. Stev...
Sky’s the Limit with Skylar Welch - Episode #45
Power Forward - January 19, 2021 13:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsFind a way instead of an excuse. That’s the mantra mortgage broker Skylar Welch used to reach her 2020 goals despite the obstacles thrown her way by the pandemic. In this episode, you’ll find out how Skylar has grown her business with a mentality that she has to achieve what she sets out to do. ...
The Fabric of a Successful Business with Desmond Ferguson - Episode #44
Power Forward - January 05, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsDesmond Ferguson knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur since he was cutting hair in his Mom’s basement. It’s what allowed him to buy his first car at 16 years old and eventually start Moneyball Sportswear. In this episode, you’ll find out how Moneyball went from a hobby to a business that’s been ...
The Ballet of Business with Stacy Tuschl - Episode #43
Power Forward - December 22, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAnyone who’s ever run a business knows it can be a delicate dance to manage everything – sometimes literally! In this episode, you’ll find out how Stacy Tuschl started her own dance studio at the age of 18 and turned it into a multi-million dollar business before becoming a small business growth...
The Grinder Mentality with Matt Gouge - Episode #42
Power Forward - December 08, 2020 13:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsThere’s no substitute for hard work. It’s a lesson Matt Gouge learned from his father, who never missed a day of work as a truck driver. It’s the same lesson that has made Matt a successful mortgage broker. In this episode, you’ll find out how Matt has grinded every step of the way to build his ...
It Takes a Village with Shamayim Harris - Episode #41
Power Forward - November 24, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsTo change her community, she had to re-build it. Her name is Shemayim Harris, but everyone knows her simply as Mama Shu. In this episode, you’ll find out how a former school administrator became the Founder and CEO of Avalon Village, a sustainable urban oasis in Detroit. Mama Shu’s vision for t...
The Long Run with Chris Lampen-Crowell - Episode #40
Power Forward - November 10, 2020 13:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsChris Lampen-Crowell didn’t set out to become an entrepreneur. He just knew he loved running and building relationships. In this episode, you’ll find out how Chris built Gazelle Sports for the long run by focusing on community, culture, and customers. Still an avid runner, Chris talks about the...
Elevate Your Game with Jake Kelfer - Episode #39
Power Forward - October 27, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsWhen Jake Kelfer decided to go into business on his own, he asked himself 2 questions: What do I know and how can I help people? In this episode, you’ll find out how Jake became an author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker – all before the age of 30. Jake’s path actually started with an e...
What Brought You Here Today? with Khali Sweeney - Episode #38
Power Forward - October 13, 2020 12:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsEveryone told him he’d be dead or in jail by 21. He didn’t learn how to read until he was an adult. Yet Khali Sweeney found a way to not only turn his life around, but also do the same for hundreds of kids. In this episode, you’ll find out how Khali became the Founder and CEO of the Downtown Box...
A Better Way to Deliver an Idea with Adam Rosh - Episode #37
Power Forward - September 29, 2020 12:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAdam Rosh always knew he didn’t have to invent something to become a successful entrepreneur. He just needed to find a better way to deliver. In this episode, you’ll find out how Rosh went from an emergency room physician to opening his own education and technology company. Adam set up his busi...
Taking Tedx Detroit Virtual with Terry Bean and Charlie Wollborg - Episode #36
Power Forward - September 15, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsTedx events have always been known for sharing ideas and inspiring innovation. Little did event producers Terry Bean and Charlie Wollborg know they would have to embrace that very spirit to make Tedx Detroit 2020 happen. In this episode, you’ll find out how Terry and Charlie took Tedx Detroit c...
What Moves the Needle for You with Bill Hart - Episode #35
Power Forward - September 01, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsHow can we close the gap between where we are and where we want to be? In this episode, you’ll get the answer to that question from Executive Coach, Bill Hart. Bill has been building champions for the last 17 years, from those in the C-Suite to small business owners. He’ll explain his fundament...
Playing the Long Game with Paul Davis - Episode #34
Power Forward - August 18, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAt 6 foot 11, Paul Davis was hard to miss on the basketball court. But outside an arena of screaming fans, Davis had to find a new way to make his presence known. In this episode, you’ll find out how he went from putting up numbers on the court to crunching numbers in the financial world. It’s ...
Stepping Outside the Box with Robin Schwartz - Episode #33
Power Forward - August 04, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsShe lived her dream for more than 20 years as a television news reporter. Then she decided it was time apply her skills in a different way. In this episode, you’ll find out how Robin Schwartz wrote a new chapter by opening her own public relations firm. Getting her business off the ground was o...
Compete Every Day with Jake Thompson - Episode #32
Power Forward - July 21, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsAs human beings, we are programmed to compare ourselves to others. However, the biggest opponent we face every day is actually the person we see in the mirror. In this episode, Keynote Speaker Jake Thompson explains how to reach your full potential by competing against yourself. Jake started hi...
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