Action and Ambition

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RJ Garbowicz Sold His First Company at 20 Years Old for $3m and Recently Raised $10m To Build A New Type of Social Network Nov 16, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is RJ Garbowicz, serial entrepreneur and founder, CEO, and Chairman of Webtalk, a new type of social network allowing users to consolidate their professional and personal lives all while earning money for sharing. After studying web design at St. Petersbug College and serving as an avionic radar technicians for the Illinois Army National Guard, RJ launched four tech companies before founding Webtalk in 2011. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Filmmaker Jia Wertz Debut Film “Conviction” Investigating Vagaries & Inconsistencies of the American Criminal Justice System Nov 16, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal.

Today’s guest is Jia Wertz, a documentary filmmaker pursuing stories of wrongful convictions and the inconsistencies of the American Criminal Justice system. Her documentary short, Conviction, was released on Amazon Prime last month and has received numerous film festival selections, awards, and raving reviews. A featured writer for Forbes, Wertz is also the Founder and fashion designer of Studio 15. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Akhila Satish Improves the “How” of Thinking aka Metacognition, Transforming Events Into Something of Value Nov 07, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Akhila Satish, the CEO of Meseekna, the technology company using metacognitive science to improve individuals' decision-making skills. Backed by more than 60 years of research and 500 peer reviewed publications, Meseekna’s technology enables their team to assess, train, and educate individuals on the power of their metacognition. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Seke Ballard Levels the Playing Field for Borrowers, Especially Minorities & Women Nov 06, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Seke Ballard, Founder and CEO of Good Tree Capital where he is using data to reimagine how banks lend money and—in the process—creating fairer access to capital for all. An alum of both Harvard Business School and the Peace Corps, Ballard built a solution to systemic discriminatory lending practices. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Pet Telemedicine is Here Thanks to Zubin Bhettay & Fuzzy Pet Health Nov 06, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Zubin Bhettay, Co-Founder of Fuzzy Pet Health, the disruptive telemedicine platform. Bhettay expands on how pet telemedicine ties to Covid-19 and on the resulting increase in telemedicine for pets. He describes when pets will need in-person visits with the vet, as well as how to use telehealth options effectively. Listen to hear more about the launch of Fuzzy’s! You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Onfleet Raised a Whopping $14m with Khaled Naim at the Helm Nov 06, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Khaled Naim, Co-Founder and CEO of Onfleet, the fastest-growing provider of last mile delivery management software based in San Francisco. After growing up in London and Dubai, Khaled graduated from the University of Michigan where he studied computer engineering and Stanford Graduate School of Business. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Why wellness, not a 'dream job' is the key to happiness at work Nov 06, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guests are Chelsea and Mitch Glaser, a sister-brother team who co-founded Fredi, maker of Focused by Fredi, an all-natural, daily morning supplement designed to help you boost productivity. “We do our best work when we feel our best” states the Fredi site where readers can also learn productivity hacks and confidence boosts. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Original Disrupter of the TV Business, Matt Wasserlauf Does It Again with Blockboard Nov 06, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Matt Wasserlauf, Founder of Blockboard, a new digital distribution platform service that utilizes Blockchain technology to distribute videos. In response to advertisers’ shift toward OTT and non-linear television, Matt created Blockboard to ensure trust, full transparency, and verification in the new advertising landscape. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Dan Demsky Doesn’t Wash His Socks! Co-Founder of Unbound Merino Brings His BizMedia Knowledge to Socks & Beyond in Adventure Apparel Nov 05, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Dan Demsky, Co-Founder of Unbound Merino, the clothing company making hassle-free travel and adventure a reality. After co-founding BizMedia, a full-service digital video agency, and founding Hitsu Socks, Dan created an option for minimalist travelers who want Merino wool apparel that can be worn for weeks or months without needing to be washed. Learn what strategies Dan applies to his companies whether they be media or socks. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

Founder of Sitepoint, Flippa, & 99Designs Matt Mickiewicz Has Been Building Businesses Since He was 14 Nov 05, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Action & Ambition with your host, Andrew Medal. Today’s guest is Matt Mickiewicz, a Canadian serial marketplace entrepreneur, whose companies have raised over $200m. He is also an active angel investor and advisor to 30+ startups. Born in Poland, Matt lived in Germany and now lives in Canada. Co-founder of Flippa, 99Designs, and Hired, Matt was frequently named to 30 under 30 lists and now speaks at conferences and seminars worldwide. You’re going to love this episode. Let’s get to it!

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