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Disruptive CEO Nation

Disruptive CEO Nation

著者： Allison Summers
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EXECUTIVE COACH + GLOBAL BUSINESS LEADER ADVISOR. SPEAKER. AUTHOR. GUIDING SMART PEOPLE TO GROW INFLUENCE & CREATE OPPORTUNITIES Over 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work with fantastic organizations, impressive individuals and key industry leaders across six continents. Sitting in the corner office in both corporate and non-profit environments, I’ve attained, delivered and coached success in both the C-Suite and international board rooms. My diverse experience has provided cross-cultural insights into the talents, skills and measures required by individuals not only to get to the top, but to THRIVE at the pinnacle of business… And now I am happy to share that knowledge and support you in your quest for influence, empowerment, and ultimately success.Copyright © 2018 Allison K. Summers | All rights reserved 経済学
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  • Ep 337 Motivated by Motion: The Success of everbowl™ with Jeff Fenster, the Founder of everbowl™; San Diego, CA, USA

    Ep 337 Motivated by Motion: The Success of everbowl™ with Jeff Fenster, the Founder of everbowl™; San Diego, CA, USA
    2026/06/17
    From a single San Diego location to 100+ stores nationwide, Jeff Fenster reveals how everbowl™ turned better-for-you food into a thriving, purpose-driven brand. Today we sit down with the founder and CEO of everbowl™! Jeff shares the journey of building a better-for-you superfood brand from a single location to over 100 stores across 32 states. He discusses the lessons learned from early mistakes, the power of pivoting during challenges like COVID-19, and how focusing on relationship capital and authentic connections has fueled growth. Listeners will gain insights on simplifying complex problems, meeting customers where they are, and leveraging creativity and resilience to scale a business successfully. Here are the highlights: ● everbowl™ delivers better-for-you food options. The brand focuses on affordable, filling, and delicious choices that help people make healthier decisions. ● Called to Unevolve guides the business model. The philosophy emphasizes simplifying health and meeting customers where they are to encourage sustainable lifestyle choices. ● Franchising and vertical integration fuel growth. everbowl™ expanded by building its own stores, sourcing proprietary superfoods, and later enabling franchise opportunities nationwide. ● Failure and pivoting are learning tools. Challenges like COVID-19 prompted creative problem-solving, including direct-to-consumer sales and leveraging relationship capital. ● Relationship capital drives opportunities. Building authentic, value-first connections has led to partnerships, franchise growth, and unexpected business opportunities without transactional expectations. About the guest: A pioneer in the quick-serve restaurant category, Fenster is the founder of the rapidly expanding, So Cal-based superfood brand, everbowl™ which he established in 2016. everbowl is nationally recognized as a rising-star within the sector, making healthy superfoods accessible and affordable for everyone. With a growing footprint of retail locations in So-Cal and Arizona, Fenster is driving the monumental growth of everbowl, with plans to introduce the brand nationwide through both retail operations and a line of superfood-infused CPG products. As part of successfully scaling the brand, Fenster has spearheaded the implementation of innovative processes to streamline everbowl’s revenue-driving efficiencies in areas including operations, procurement, supply chain and construction. Connect with Jeff: Website: https://www.everbowl.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jfenster/ Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/ #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 分
  • Ep 336 Security Without Compromise with Dave Merkel, CEO and Co-Founder of Expel; Washington, DC, USA

    Ep 336 Security Without Compromise with Dave Merkel, CEO and Co-Founder of Expel; Washington, DC, USA
    2026/06/03
    Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. It is a business survival issue, and every leader needs to understand where the real risks are hiding. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dave “merk” Merkel, CEO and co-founder of Expel, about the evolving world of cybersecurity, AI, and business resilience. Dave shared the founder’s journey behind Expel, how the company grew by solving cybersecurity as a technology-driven scale problem, and why businesses of every size need to think seriously about 24/7 protection. We also explored the growing risks created by supply chains, fragmented systems, AI adoption, and increasingly sophisticated threat actors, while still keeping the conversation grounded, practical, and encouraging for business leaders. Here are the highlights: Cybersecurity matters for every business, not just large enterprises. Dave explained that even smaller companies can become targets when they are part of the supply chain for larger organizations. Expel was built to solve the scale-and-quality problem in cybersecurity. Rather than operating like a traditional services business, Expel uses software and human expertise together to deliver consistent 24/7 protection. AI is changing the speed and complexity of cyber risk. Dave emphasized that both attackers and defenders are using AI, which means businesses need security partners who understand how AI is reshaping the threat landscape. Business owners should look for outcome-focused security partners. Dave cautioned leaders to avoid fear-based selling and instead seek providers who understand their business, ask smart questions, and can clearly explain their approach. Cybersecurity professionals are doing mission-driven work. One of the most powerful moments in the conversation was Dave’s reminder that cybersecurity teams are protecting companies, employees, families, and livelihoods every day. About the guest: Dave “merk” Merkel is the co-founder and CEO of Expel, a leading provider of Managed Detection and Response cybersecurity. He has been involved in the information security field for nearly 30 years, first as a federal agent pursuing cyber criminals in the era of floppy disks and 2400 baud modems, then as Chief Technology Officer and vice president of Mandiant. Following FireEye’s acquisition of Mandiant, Dave served as the global CTO of FireEye. Connect with merk: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davemerkel Website: https://expel.com/ Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/ #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Ep 335 Breaking and Rebuilding a Family Business for the Future with Randy Carr, CEO of World Emblem; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

    Ep 335 Breaking and Rebuilding a Family Business for the Future with Randy Carr, CEO of World Emblem; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
    2026/05/20
    In a business that ships nearly half its orders the same day, speed is not just an advantage. It is the strategy. I sat down with Randy Carr, CEO of World Emblem, a 36-year-old family-owned company that manufactures more than one million emblems a day across multiple countries. Randy shared how technology, AI, and internally built systems have helped World Emblem compete globally by moving faster, streamlining design processes, and creating a customer experience built around speed and flexibility. We also explored the realities of leading through uncertainty, building a culture of accountability, and preparing the next generation of the business to adapt to whatever the future brings. He is actively pushing his company to experiment, automate, and rethink how work gets done, from design and development to marketing workflows and customer experience. We also talk about what it takes to lead a global business in uncertain times, how strong operating systems create flexibility, and why the future of World Emblem may depend less on the products it makes and more on its ability to adapt, move fast, and keep learning. Here are the highlights: From Five People to Global Scale: How a family-owned company grew from a five-person operation into a global manufacturer producing more than one million emblems a day. Speed as a Competitive Advantage: Why speed has become one of World Emblem’s greatest competitive advantages, from one-piece minimums to same-day shipping on 40% of orders. AI and Technology in Action: How AI and internal technology are helping transform design, development, marketing, workflows, and the overall customer experience. Leading Through Uncertainty: What it really takes to lead a business through uncertainty, especially in a global marketplace shaped by trade policy, nearshoring, and rapid economic change. The Future of Manufacturing: Why the future of manufacturing may depend less on the product itself and more on systems, adaptability, communication, and a team willing to keep learning. About the guest: Randy Carr is the CEO of World Emblem, where he leads with a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous growth. A member of the Young Presidents’ Organization since 2008, Randy also served on the YPO Executive Committee from 2019 to 2021, supporting fellow business leaders and entrepreneurs. Beyond his work, Randy is a devoted husband to Amy and proud father to their two sons, JC and Jayden. He enjoys spending time with his family, his four dogs, and skiing whenever he can. Connect with Randy: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/randy-carr/ Email: rcarr@worldemblem.com Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/ #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 分
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