<![CDATA[Behind the Founders]]>Behind the Founders is where we breakdown how founders actually run their businesses. from hiring to scaling and hard decisions. Produced by Cherry Assistant.

]]>www.behindthefounders.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:46:06 GMTThu, 16 Apr 2026 22:48:21 GMT60Cherry Assistant<p><b>Behind the Founders</b> is where we breakdown how founders actually run their businesses. from hiring to scaling and hard decisions. Produced by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cherryassistant.com" target="_blank">Cherry Assistant</a>.</p>episodicCherry Assistanthello@cherryassistant.comno<![CDATA[He Left Engineering. Moved To Colombia. Started Over. ]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
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Episode 17: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Kavian Spells (https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-spells/) about his journey from engineering to digital entrepreneurship, transition to Colombia, the importance of strategy, branding, and leveraging AI in building a successful online business.


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Kavian Spells, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, has spent the last decade in engineering and financial technology. His journey into entrepreneurship started with a desire for personal growth and new challenges. Moving to Colombia six months ago, Kavian decided to channel his skills and experiences into creating Kaveman Digital, a website building agency helping small enterprises thrive online.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Kavian's background
  • 08:40 Kaveman Digital and its Mission
  • 10:05 The importance of strategy and branding in web design
  • 12:46 Client experience and target markets
  • 21:18 Business growth plans and team building
  • 24:44 Thoughts on AI and its impact on business

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]]>4be96922-2e48-4de4-98e4-9db3a7759641Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:53:05 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 17: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Kavian Spells (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-spells/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/k-spells/</a>) about his journey from engineering to digital entrepreneurship, transition to Colombia, the importance of strategy, branding, and leveraging AI in building a successful online business.<br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Kavian Spells, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, has spent the last decade in engineering and financial technology. His journey into entrepreneurship started with a desire for personal growth and new challenges. Moving to Colombia six months ago, Kavian decided to channel his skills and experiences into creating Kaveman Digital, a website building agency helping small enterprises thrive online.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Kavian's background</li><li>08:40 Kaveman Digital and its Mission</li><li>10:05 The importance of strategy and branding in web design</li><li>12:46 Client experience and target markets</li><li>21:18 Business growth plans and team building</li><li>24:44 Thoughts on AI and its impact on business</li></ul><p>-- </p><p></p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:28:05117He Left Engineering. Moved To Colombia. Started Over. full<![CDATA[She Lost Everything. Then She Rebuilt Careers for Thousands. ]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
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Episode 16: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Jan Barlow (https://www.linkedin.com/in/janbarlow/) about  how her holistic approach helps marginalized groups, including veterans, foster care alumni, and formerly incarcerated individuals, find meaningful employment and purpose.




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Jan Barlow founded Better JobFit with a mission that stemmed from her own tumultuous career journey. After rising to success in the pharmaceutical industry, Jan faced an unexpected job restructure that led to personal and professional turmoil. She lost her home, her health, and her marriage, prompting her to reevaluate her path and ultimately inspire her to create Better JobFit. 




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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Overview
  • 00:33 Jan’s Origin Story and the Creation of Better Job Fit
  • 06:07 Matching People by Strengths, Not Background
  • 10:14 Custom Job Matching and Employer Trust
  • 27:52 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Taking the Risk

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>989d8909-46be-460c-bd42-310815e28bc0Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 16: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Jan Barlow (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/janbarlow/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/janbarlow/</a>) about  how her holistic approach helps marginalized groups, including veterans, foster care alumni, and formerly incarcerated individuals, find meaningful employment and purpose.</p><p><br /><br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Jan Barlow founded Better JobFit with a mission that stemmed from her own tumultuous career journey. After rising to success in the pharmaceutical industry, Jan faced an unexpected job restructure that led to personal and professional turmoil. She lost her home, her health, and her marriage, prompting her to reevaluate her path and ultimately inspire her to create Better JobFit. </p><p><br /><br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Overview</li><li>00:33 Jan’s Origin Story and the Creation of Better Job Fit</li><li>06:07 Matching People by Strengths, Not Background</li><li>10:14 Custom Job Matching and Employer Trust</li><li>27:52 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Taking the Risk</li></ul><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:26:35116She Lost Everything. Then She Rebuilt Careers for Thousands. full<![CDATA[He Quit Corporate for $14/ Hour...Then Built A Thriving Laundry Business]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 15: Ben Deckey (https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-deckey/) talks to Ayad Mirjan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayadmirjan/) about  his journey of building Orange Bag Laundry from a residential service to a nationwide B2B logistics and laundry company. They discuss insights on automation, hiring, scaling, and maintaining quality in a competitive industry.


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Ayad Mirjan is the owner of Orange Bag Laundry, which he founded in 2019, although his journey in the laundry industry began in 2017. Initially starting as a residential laundry service, Ayad’s business has pivoted to focus predominantly on commercial laundry services, catering to hotels, spas, and gyms across the United States.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and guest background
  • 05:24 Investing in automation and scaling operations
  • 07:42 Hiring and team management strategies
  • 13:54 Automation and AI in laundry processing
  • 17:33 Growth plans and national expansion
  • 22:14 Work-life balance and personal insights

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>eef6853b-cabe-44ca-8763-bb9ec3fe386fWed, 01 Jul 2026 23:40:05 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 15: Ben Deckey (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-deckey/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-deckey/</a>) talks to Ayad Mirjan (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayadmirjan/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayadmirjan/</a>) about  his journey of building Orange Bag Laundry from a residential service to a nationwide B2B logistics and laundry company. They discuss insights on automation, hiring, scaling, and maintaining quality in a competitive industry.<br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Ayad Mirjan is the owner of Orange Bag Laundry, which he founded in 2019, although his journey in the laundry industry began in 2017. Initially starting as a residential laundry service, Ayad’s business has pivoted to focus predominantly on commercial laundry services, catering to hotels, spas, and gyms across the United States.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li><b>00:00 </b>Introduction and guest background</li><li><b>05:24 </b>Investing in automation and scaling operations</li><li><b>07:42 </b>Hiring and team management strategies</li><li><b>13:54 </b>Automation and AI in laundry processing</li><li><b>17:33 </b>Growth plans and national expansion</li><li><b>22:14 </b>Work-life balance and personal insights</li></ul><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:26:15115He Quit Corporate for $14/ Hour...Then Built A Thriving Laundry Businessfull<![CDATA[Revolutionizing Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Cornel's Journey]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 14: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Cornel Armariei (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelamariei/) about  revolutionizing mobility for the visually impaired through advanced AI and robotics.


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Cornell's journey to founding .Lumen began in a family where everyone except him lived with a disability. Growing up, he developed a deep understanding of the daily mobility challenges faced by people who are blind, inspiring him to build a more accessible alternative to guide dogs. Today, .Lumen has developed AI-powered smart glasses that use self-driving technology and haptic feedback to help users safely navigate their surroundings.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview
  • 05:31 Personal Journey and Family Inspiration
  • 08:00 Innovative Solutions for the Visually Impaired
  • 10:36Team Structure and Collaboration
  • 13:21 Challenges and Resilience in Entrepreneurship
  • 16:02 The Role of AI in Business
  • 21:13 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>ffcd3001-8cbb-4a68-9878-cb22b71123eeTue, 30 Jun 2026 16:17:29 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 14: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Cornel Armariei <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelamariei/" target="_blank"><b>(https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelamariei/</b></a><b>) </b>about  revolutionizing mobility for the visually impaired through advanced AI and robotics. <br /><br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Cornell's journey to founding .Lumen began in a family where everyone except him lived with a disability. Growing up, he developed a deep understanding of the daily mobility challenges faced by people who are blind, inspiring him to build a more accessible alternative to guide dogs. Today, .Lumen has developed AI-powered smart glasses that use self-driving technology and haptic feedback to help users safely navigate their surroundings.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Business Overview</li><li>05:31 Personal Journey and Family Inspiration</li><li>08:00 Innovative Solutions for the Visually Impaired</li><li>10:36Team Structure and Collaboration</li><li>13:21 Challenges and Resilience in Entrepreneurship</li><li>16:02 The Role of AI in Business</li><li>21:13 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:24:12114Revolutionizing Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Cornel's Journeyfull<![CDATA[ The Hospital Failed His Brother. So He Built AI to Save Lives.]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 13: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Sailesh Pattnaik (https://www.linkedin.com/in/saileshpattnaik/) about his  journey from personal tragedy to healthcare innovation with AI, the challenges of building AI solutions in healthcare, team setup, and future plans for global expansion.


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After losing his brother to hospital negligence during COVID-19, Sailesh Pattnaik founded RxGPT, an AI platform helping hospitals reduce operational failures and save lives. Today, he leads the company's vision to transform healthcare with AI while advising startups on growth, go-to-market strategy, and digital transformation. With more than 20 years of experience and over 300 startups consulted, he's helping shape the future of AI-powered healthcare.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview
  • 05:30 How RxGPT Helps Hospitals Reduce Operational Inefficiencies
  • 09:00 Using AI to Solve Healthcare Operations Challenges
  • 15:18 Biggest operational challenges
  • 25:52 Building RxGPT to Save Lives
  • 31:35 Founder Insights: Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>41b9436c-2547-4897-95dd-503b7f3b1cdeMon, 29 Jun 2026 15:35:29 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 13: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Sailesh Pattnaik (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saileshpattnaik/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/saileshpattnaik/</a>) about his  journey from personal tragedy to healthcare innovation with AI, the challenges of building AI solutions in healthcare, team setup, and future plans for global expansion.<br /><br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />After losing his brother to hospital negligence during COVID-19, Sailesh Pattnaik founded RxGPT, an AI platform helping hospitals reduce operational failures and save lives. Today, he leads the company's vision to transform healthcare with AI while advising startups on growth, go-to-market strategy, and digital transformation. With more than 20 years of experience and over 300 startups consulted, he's helping shape the future of AI-powered healthcare.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Business Overview</li><li>05:30 How RxGPT Helps Hospitals Reduce Operational Inefficiencies</li><li>09:00 Using AI to Solve Healthcare Operations Challenges</li><li>15:18 Biggest operational challenges</li><li>25:52 Building RxGPT to Save Lives</li><li>31:35 Founder Insights: Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:31:46113 The Hospital Failed His Brother. So He Built AI to Save Lives.full<![CDATA[9-5 recruiter and Youtuber manages a coaching business while rebuilding after a layoff]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 12: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Dellyn Lee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dellyn-lee/) about his journey from in-house recruiting to building his own brand, Dylan Digital, blending gaming and career coaching,  innovative strategies for job hunting, the role of AI, and how to balance multiple ventures effectively.


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Dellyn Lee is a recruiter with 10+ years of experience who blends career coaching with gaming-inspired content to make job hunting more engaging and practical. He runs a solo coaching business focused on resumes, LinkedIn optimization, interview prep, and job search strategy, while also creating YouTube content, live streams, and digital products. Beyond that, he volunteers in recruiting and gaming-related spaces, and works full-time in recruiting, giving him a broad, hands-on view of the job market. His overall mission is to help job seekers level up their careers in a tough market by making the process more accessible, educational, and human.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Dylan Digital: Merging Gaming with Job Hunting
  • 06:58 Navigating the Job Market Challenges
  • 09:47 The Role of AI in Recruitment
  • 18:17 Future of Job Hunting and Networking
  • 32:41 Job Search Strategies and Motivation
  • 36:34 Taking the Leap: Starting Your Own Business

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>3fabdcaf-0ad2-4fd6-b89d-965e45aa5393Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:50:29 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 12: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Dellyn Lee (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dellyn-lee/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dellyn-lee/</a>) about his journey from in-house recruiting to building his own brand, Dylan Digital, blending gaming and career coaching,  innovative strategies for job hunting, the role of AI, and how to balance multiple ventures effectively.<br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Dellyn Lee is a recruiter with 10+ years of experience who blends career coaching with gaming-inspired content to make job hunting more engaging and practical. He runs a solo coaching business focused on resumes, LinkedIn optimization, interview prep, and job search strategy, while also creating YouTube content, live streams, and digital products. Beyond that, he volunteers in recruiting and gaming-related spaces, and works full-time in recruiting, giving him a broad, hands-on view of the job market. His overall mission is to help job seekers level up their careers in a tough market by making the process more accessible, educational, and human.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Dylan Digital: Merging Gaming with Job Hunting</li><li>06:58 Navigating the Job Market Challenges</li><li>09:47 The Role of AI in Recruitment</li><li>18:17 Future of Job Hunting and Networking</li><li>32:41 Job Search Strategies and Motivation</li><li>36:34 Taking the Leap: Starting Your Own Business</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:38:481129-5 recruiter and Youtuber manages a coaching business while rebuilding after a layofffull<![CDATA[How Losing Her Job Led to Building a Global Women's Community]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 11: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Liz Rivas (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivaselizabeth/) about building meaningful connections in a digital world, overcoming loneliness through community, and turning a personal challenge into a global platform for women travelers.


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Liz Rivas is the Founder and CEO of RoamCircle, a women-first community and friendship app designed to help solo female travelers, digital nomads, expats, and remote workers find authentic friendships and safe communities around the world. Inspired by her own experiences traveling alone across 13 countries, Liz created RoamCircle to help women connect, belong, and build lasting relationships wherever life takes them. Before launching RoamCircle, she spent over a decade leading enterprise marketing initiatives for global technology companies and is passionate about empowering women through travel, friendship, and community.


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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to RoamCircle and Its Purpose
  • 09:37 How RoamCircle Works and Its Features
  • 15:06 AI's Impact on Human Connection and Community
  • 16:31 The Power of Vulnerability in Content Creation
  • 25:07 Building a Supportive Team
  • 29:21 Future Goals for RoamCircle

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>99f21b23-e28d-415f-8d27-7af83f6408cfMon, 22 Jun 2026 17:21:55 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 11: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Liz Rivas (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivaselizabeth/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivaselizabeth/</a>) about building meaningful connections in a digital world, overcoming loneliness through community, and turning a personal challenge into a global platform for women travelers.</p><p></p><p><br />---</p><p><br />Liz Rivas is the Founder and CEO of RoamCircle, a women-first community and friendship app designed to help solo female travelers, digital nomads, expats, and remote workers find authentic friendships and safe communities around the world. Inspired by her own experiences traveling alone across 13 countries, Liz created RoamCircle to help women connect, belong, and build lasting relationships wherever life takes them. Before launching RoamCircle, she spent over a decade leading enterprise marketing initiatives for global technology companies and is passionate about empowering women through travel, friendship, and community.</p><p><br />---<br /></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to RoamCircle and Its Purpose</li><li>09:37 How RoamCircle Works and Its Features</li><li>15:06 AI's Impact on Human Connection and Community</li><li>16:31 The Power of Vulnerability in Content Creation</li><li>25:07 Building a Supportive Team</li><li>29:21 Future Goals for RoamCircle<p></p></li></ul><p>-- </p><p></p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:34:46111How Losing Her Job Led to Building a Global Women's Communityfull<![CDATA[ How One Founder Built a Business Across Continents ]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 10: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Brendan Lebitsch (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanlebitsch/) about his entrepreneurial journey, insights into manufacturing and sourcing in China, and how AI tools are transforming his business operations.


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Brendan Lebitsch founded High Life Tech at just 18 years old, starting with custom phone cases that allowed customers to print their designs. Over time, the company evolved, expanding its product range to include keychains, lanyards, and more.
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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Brendan Lebitsch and His Ventures
  • 07:57 Operational Challenges in Merchandise Development
  • 09:49 Leveraging Technology and AI for Efficiency
  • 18:21 The Role of AI in Business and Creativity
  • 21:36 Rebranding to Off Menu: The New Direction
  • 24:06 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>45c7669d-ddf3-4af5-a019-fa4ff2fe4ee7Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:42:28 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 10: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Brendan Lebitsch (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanlebitsch/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanlebitsch/</a>) about his entrepreneurial journey, insights into manufacturing and sourcing in China, and how AI tools are transforming his business operations.<br /><br /></p><p><br />---<br /><br /></p><p>Brendan Lebitsch founded High Life Tech at just 18 years old, starting with custom phone cases that allowed customers to print their designs. Over time, the company evolved, expanding its product range to include keychains, lanyards, and more.<br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Brendan Lebitsch and His Ventures</li><li>07:57 Operational Challenges in Merchandise Development</li><li>09:49 Leveraging Technology and AI for Efficiency</li><li>18:21 The Role of AI in Business and Creativity</li><li>21:36 Rebranding to Off Menu: The New Direction</li><li>24:06 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:26:50110 How One Founder Built a Business Across Continents full<![CDATA[He Built a Nonprofit at 18. Now He's Building the Future of AI.]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 9: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/)  talks to Tyler Raciti (https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciti/ about his unconventional journey from public policy and nonprofit advocacy to the frontier of artificial intelligence. Tyler shares how his passion for solving large-scale societal challenges led him through politics, consulting, emerging technology strategy, and ultimately entrepreneurship.


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Tyler Raciti is the founder and CEO of Volumes, a New York-based, venture-backed startup focused on helping world models work with 3D and 4D spatial data. Prior to founding Volumes, he worked as a Physical AI Strategist at Monitor Deloitte, advising organizations across robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace, smart cities, and emerging technologies. Tyler is also the founder of PRO-NEO, a nonprofit organization that successfully helped shape New York State opioid overdose prevention policy impacting millions of students. His career spans public service, consulting, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurship, all driven by a passion for tackling complex problems with meaningful real-world impact.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview
  • 06:19 Revolutionizing AI with Physical Data
  • 12:09 Building a Team and Overcoming Challenges)
  • 38:03 Personal Journey and Final Thoughts

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>3d84c467-04a9-4533-a271-5d6f7659d016Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 9: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>)  talks to Tyler Raciti (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciti/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciti/</a> about his unconventional journey from public policy and nonprofit advocacy to the frontier of artificial intelligence. Tyler shares how his passion for solving large-scale societal challenges led him through politics, consulting, emerging technology strategy, and ultimately entrepreneurship. </p><p></p><p><br />---<br /><br />Tyler Raciti is the founder and CEO of Volumes, a New York-based, venture-backed startup focused on helping world models work with 3D and 4D spatial data. Prior to founding Volumes, he worked as a Physical AI Strategist at Monitor Deloitte, advising organizations across robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace, smart cities, and emerging technologies. Tyler is also the founder of PRO-NEO, a nonprofit organization that successfully helped shape New York State opioid overdose prevention policy impacting millions of students. His career spans public service, consulting, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurship, all driven by a passion for tackling complex problems with meaningful real-world impact.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Business Overview</li><li>06:19 Revolutionizing AI with Physical Data</li><li>12:09 Building a Team and Overcoming Challenges)</li><li>38:03 Personal Journey and Final Thoughts</li></ul><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:38:3019He Built a Nonprofit at 18. Now He's Building the Future of AI.full<![CDATA[She Took a Freelance Side Hustle and Built an Agency Serving Major Fashion Brands]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 8: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Terri Trovato (https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-trovato-387bba74/) about  expert insights on digital marketing strategies and the role of AI in enhancing creativity.


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Terry Trovato has over thirteen years of experience in digital marketing, navigating through the evolving landscape from organic social media to paid media and now integrating AI technologies into her strategies. She is the founder of the Darcy Agency, which specializes in creating tailored marketing solutions for various brands, particularly in the fashion industry. Her journey began when she moved to Spain and found herself navigating through the complexities of working remotely while establishing her brand. The transition from freelancing to founding the Darcy Agency was a natural progression.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 - Introduction and Business Overview
  • 02:04 - Founding the Darcy Agency
  • 06:08 - Inspiration Behind the Name Darcy
  • 11:52 - AI in Marketing and Tools Used
  • 16:11 - Challenges in Freelancing and Starting a Business
  • 25:52 - Advice for New Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>2820a300-aad6-40b4-8603-3ec203efdee0Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 8: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Terri Trovato (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-trovato-387bba74/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-trovato-387bba74/</a>) about  expert insights on digital marketing strategies and the role of AI in enhancing creativity.<br /><br /><br />---<br />Terry Trovato has over thirteen years of experience in digital marketing, navigating through the evolving landscape from organic social media to paid media and now integrating AI technologies into her strategies. She is the founder of the Darcy Agency, which specializes in creating tailored marketing solutions for various brands, particularly in the fashion industry. Her journey began when she moved to Spain and found herself navigating through the complexities of working remotely while establishing her brand. The transition from freelancing to founding the Darcy Agency was a natural progression.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><p></p><ul><li>00:00 - Introduction and Business Overview </li><li>02:04 - Founding the Darcy Agency </li><li>06:08 - Inspiration Behind the Name Darcy </li><li>11:52 - AI in Marketing and Tools Used </li><li>16:11 - Challenges in Freelancing and Starting a Business</li><li>25:52 - Advice for New Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p><p></p>no00:22:3418She Took a Freelance Side Hustle and Built an Agency Serving Major Fashion Brandsfull<![CDATA[He Started a Life Sciences Company During the Pandemic. Here's What Happened.]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 7: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Quy Tran (https://www.linkedin.com/in/quy-trong-tran/) about the importance of resilience and adaptability in navigating and recognizing career changes, industry challenges and new opportunities during crises.

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Quy Tran is the founder of Sound Life Science Services, a consulting firm dedicated to supporting the life sciences industry. With a background in biophysics from UCLA and extensive experience in various roles within the industry, Quy has a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in life sciences. His journey from academia to business ownership is a testament to resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Quy's Background and Career Journey
  • 10:24 The Founding of Sound Life Science Services
  • 18:18 Networking and Community Involvement
  • 21:00 Balancing Work and Family
  • 26:58 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>acc08ba8-22a8-4ae8-b0a9-09c1e210a163Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:21:31 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 7: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Quy Tran (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/quy-trong-tran/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/quy-trong-tran/</a>) about the importance of resilience and adaptability in navigating and recognizing career changes, industry challenges and new opportunities during crises.</p><p></p><p>---</p><p></p><p>Quy Tran is the founder of Sound Life Science Services, a consulting firm dedicated to supporting the life sciences industry. With a background in biophysics from UCLA and extensive experience in various roles within the industry, Quy has a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in life sciences. His journey from academia to business ownership is a testament to resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.</p><p></p><p>---<br /><br />Chapters<br /></p><ul><li>00:00 Quy's Background and Career Journey</li><li>10:24 The Founding of Sound Life Science Services</li><li>18:18 Networking and Community Involvement</li><li>21:00 Balancing Work and Family</li><li>26:58 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.<br /><br /></p>no00:29:3917He Started a Life Sciences Company During the Pandemic. Here's What Happened.full<![CDATA[How He Started From Scratch and Built a Movement ]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 6: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Rickard Jean-Noel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickard-jean-noel-346416a7/) about strategies for growth, overcoming challenges, and leveraging social media and AI to build his multifaceted career in his non-profit.

Rickard Jean-Noel is the executive director and founder of Real Word Ministries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living under the poverty line by providing essential services like food, clothing, and shelter. Originally from Haiti, Rickard's journey from political refugee to community leader is marked by his commitment to faith, perseverance, and creating a lasting legacy through his multifaceted work in ministry, psychotherapy, and real estate.


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Chapters

  • 00:00 Moving to America from Haiti
  • 00:10 Early Challenges and Opportunities
  • 00:21 Founding Real Word Ministries
  • 00:30 First Sermon: The Reincarnation of Ricard G. Noel
  • 00:40 Journey to Community Leaders

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.


]]>fcc4c98c-9a9e-4169-bc10-eca5a5532266Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 6: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Rickard Jean-Noel (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickard-jean-noel-346416a7/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickard-jean-noel-346416a7/</a>) about strategies for growth, overcoming challenges, and leveraging social media and AI to build his multifaceted career in his non-profit.</p><p></p><p>Rickard Jean-Noel is the executive director and founder of Real Word Ministries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals living under the poverty line by providing essential services like food, clothing, and shelter. Originally from Haiti, Rickard's journey from political refugee to community leader is marked by his commitment to faith, perseverance, and creating a lasting legacy through his multifaceted work in ministry, psychotherapy, and real estate.<br /></p><p><br />---</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Moving to America from Haiti</li><li>00:10 Early Challenges and Opportunities</li><li>00:21 Founding Real Word Ministries</li><li>00:30 First Sermon: The Reincarnation of Ricard G. Noel</li><li>00:40 Journey to Community Leaders</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p><p><br /></p>no00:42:2316How He Started From Scratch and Built a Movement full<![CDATA[Inside Chad Vavra's Journey from Cisco to AI Founder]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com
Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com


Episode 5: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Chad Vavra (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadvavra/) about using AI to accelerate entrepreneurship, validate business ideas, and help small teams achieve more without increasing headcount.

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Chad Vavra, founder of ChatAgency.ai, shares his journey from leading UX at Cisco to creating a platform that accelerates entrepreneurial processes using AI. With over 20 years of experience working with global brands, Chad discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into business strategies. 

Chapters

  • 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview
    02:00 - Chad Bavra's professional journey
    06:00 - Differentiating ChatAgency.ai from general AI tools
    12:00 - Use cases: building business reports, competitor analysis, and market research
    28:00 - Key takeaways and wrap-up

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>db453b34-a293-4087-863c-348d8169beacMon, 08 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"><br /></a>Episode 5: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Chad Vavra (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadvavra/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadvavra/</a>) about using AI to accelerate entrepreneurship, validate business ideas, and help small teams achieve more without increasing headcount.</p><p></p><p>---</p><p>Chad Vavra, founder of <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://ChatAgency.ai" target="_blank">ChatAgency.ai</a>, shares his journey from leading UX at Cisco to creating a platform that accelerates entrepreneurial processes using AI. With over 20 years of experience working with global brands, Chad discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into business strategies. </p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 - Introduction and episode overview<br />02:00 - Chad Bavra's professional journey <br />06:00 - Differentiating <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://ChatAgency.ai" target="_blank">ChatAgency.ai</a> from general AI tools<br />12:00 - Use cases: building business reports, competitor analysis, and market research<br />28:00 - Key takeaways and wrap-up</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:30:5915Inside Chad Vavra's Journey from Cisco to AI Founderfull<![CDATA[She Left Corporate HR to Help Companies Thrive]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com

Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 4: Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) talks to Kimberly Celic (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-celic-5342a07/) about the importance of leadership, culture, and hiring the right people for company growth and success.

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Kim Celic is the Founder and CEO of Transformative People Solutions. With extensive experience in people operations and organizational growth, she is passionate about helping teams thrive through people-first leadership, culture, and employee experience. She is currently writing a book focused on building more fulfilling and human-centered workplaces.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Company Background
  • 05:46 Supporting Companies in Growth and Transformation
  • 12:00 The Importance of Hiring the Right People
  • 17:56 The Fourth Relationship and Employee Experience
  • 23:40 Background in HR and Entrepreneurship
  • 31:12 The Role of AI in Business
  • 36:26 Alignment and Communication within the Team

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>78c785b2-2097-49bb-9eab-445b424be8fcFri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a></p><p>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /><br /></a>Episode 4: Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) talks to Kimberly Celic (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-celic-5342a07/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-celic-5342a07/</a>) about the importance of leadership, culture, and hiring the right people for company growth and success.</p><p></p><p>---<br /><br />Kim Celic is the Founder and CEO of Transformative People Solutions. With extensive experience in people operations and organizational growth, she is passionate about helping teams thrive through people-first leadership, culture, and employee experience. She is currently writing a book focused on building more fulfilling and human-centered workplaces.</p><p></p><p>---</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Company Background</li><li>05:46 Supporting Companies in Growth and Transformation</li><li>12:00 The Importance of Hiring the Right People</li><li>17:56 The Fourth Relationship and Employee Experience</li><li>23:40 Background in HR and Entrepreneurship</li><li>31:12 The Role of AI in Business</li><li>36:26 Alignment and Communication within the Team</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:39:2314She Left Corporate HR to Help Companies Thrivefull<![CDATA[Juggling Fatherhood, Acting and a $60M Business]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com // Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com


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Episode 3: DhungJoo Kim (https://linkedin.com/in/dhungjookim) talks to Leonard Jackson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonard-jackson-mba-68b7b810/) about how to transform your life through taking action.

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Leonard Jackson has starred in over 200 commercials while being a full time parent and building a company, Norfleet Transportation, that now does $60M+/year in revenue.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Business Overview
  • 06:19 Revolutionizing the Factoring Process with AI and Digitization
  • 12:09 Implementing Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)
  • 38:03 Contacting Leonard and Final Thoughts


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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>ba01cf3a-e213-4de5-810f-b120f8baa88cThu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com </a>// Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com</a></p><p><br />---</p><p>Episode 3: DhungJoo Kim (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/dhungjookim" target="_blank">https://linkedin.com/in/dhungjookim</a>) talks to Leonard Jackson (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonard-jackson-mba-68b7b810/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonard-jackson-mba-68b7b810/</a>) about how to transform your life through taking action.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Leonard Jackson has starred in over 200 commercials while being a full time parent and building a company, Norfleet Transportation, that now does $60M+/year in revenue.<br /><br />---<br /><br />Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Business Overview</li><li>06:19 Revolutionizing the Factoring Process with AI and Digitization</li><li>12:09 Implementing Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)</li><li>38:03 Contacting Leonard and Final Thoughts</li></ul><p><br />-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:35:2713Juggling Fatherhood, Acting and a $60M Businessfull<![CDATA[From Hoops to Hustle: A Journey from Basketball to Business Success]]>Hire amazing offshore staff: https://cherryassistant.com

Work with South African talent: https://hirenile.com

Episode 2: Aleksandar Hadzhiyski (https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-hadzhiyski/) talks to Carmen Dörwald (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/) about his inspiring journey from professional basketball to founding Titan Agency, a thriving marketing firm. Discover how Aleksandar leverages AI and team empowerment to drive success.

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Aleksandar Hadzhiyski transitioned from a career in basketball to building Titan Agency, a company that excels in digital marketing and innovation. Join us as he shares insights on overcoming challenges, the power of AI, and the importance of a strong team culture.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Starting Titan Agency
  • 05:28 Building and Managing the Team
  • 13:22 AI Tools and Automation
  • 23:54 Remote Work and Hiring Strategy
  • 30:14 Advice for Entrepreneurs

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Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.

]]>c6a8ded1-f400-4a23-9bc6-e2e0122a01feWed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:57 GMT<p>Hire amazing offshore staff:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank"> https://cherryassistant.com<br /></a></p><p>Work with South African talent:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hirenile.com" target="_blank"> https://hirenile.com<br /></a></p><p>Episode 2: Aleksandar Hadzhiyski (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-hadzhiyski/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandar-hadzhiyski/</a>) talks to Carmen Dörwald (<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmendoerwald/</a>) about his inspiring journey from professional basketball to founding Titan Agency, a thriving marketing firm. Discover how Aleksandar leverages AI and team empowerment to drive success.</p><p></p><p>---<br /><br />Aleksandar Hadzhiyski transitioned from a career in basketball to building Titan Agency, a company that excels in digital marketing and innovation. Join us as he shares insights on overcoming challenges, the power of AI, and the importance of a strong team culture.<br /><br />---</p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Starting Titan Agency</li><li>05:28 Building and Managing the Team</li><li>13:22 AI Tools and Automation</li><li>23:54 Remote Work and Hiring Strategy</li><li>30:14 Advice for Entrepreneurs</li></ul><p></p><p>-- </p><p>Behind the Founder is a Cherry Assistant Original Podcast // Brought to you by Cherry Assistant.</p>no00:29:2812From Hoops to Hustle: A Journey from Basketball to Business Successfull<![CDATA[How Andrew Baker Scaled a Financial Advisory Using Offshore Talent]]>To hire incredible offshore talent, go to https://cherryassistant.com.

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What does it actually take to scale a modern financial services company?

In this episode of Behind the Founder, we sit down with Andrew Baker, founder of Financial Haus, to break down exactly how he built and scaled his business from the ground up.

Andrew shares the real story, not just the wins, but the decisions, challenges, and systems that helped Financial Haus grow. From early client acquisition to building a scalable operation, this is a tactical look inside how founders actually execute.

If you’re a founder, operator, or someone trying to build something real, this episode will give you a clear lens into what it takes.

In this episode, we cover:
• How Andrew got Financial Haus off the ground
• The key inflection points that drove growth
• Mistakes and lessons learned along the way
• Systems and processes behind scaling
• Advice for founders trying to break through

Subscribe for more founder breakdowns and real conversations with people building serious businesses.

]]>62e6f3e5-4bae-4604-95d7-b5f95f6bc891Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:52:32 GMT<p>To hire incredible offshore talent, go to <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cherryassistant.com" target="_blank">https://cherryassistant.com</a>. <br /><br />----------------------------------------<br /><br />What does it actually take to scale a modern financial services company?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>Behind the Founder</i>, we sit down with Andrew Baker, founder of Financial Haus, to break down exactly how he built and scaled his business from the ground up.</p><p></p><p>Andrew shares the real story, not just the wins, but the decisions, challenges, and systems that helped Financial Haus grow. From early client acquisition to building a scalable operation, this is a tactical look inside how founders actually execute.</p><p></p><p>If you’re a founder, operator, or someone trying to build something real, this episode will give you a clear lens into what it takes.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we cover:<br />• How Andrew got Financial Haus off the ground<br />• The key inflection points that drove growth<br />• Mistakes and lessons learned along the way<br />• Systems and processes behind scaling<br />• Advice for founders trying to break through</p><p></p><p>Subscribe for more founder breakdowns and real conversations with people building serious businesses.</p>no00:07:0811How Andrew Baker Scaled a Financial Advisory Using Offshore Talentfull