The Forbes Books Podcast
The Forbes Books Podcast is hosted by Joe Pardavila and on each episode, we bring you inspiring conversations with the best leaders in business, entrepreneurs, and CEOs who are making a positive impact in their industries.Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of successful business leaders, exploring their triumphs and challenges, and learning valuable insights into how they achieved success. From overcoming obstacles to building successful companies from the ground up, our guests share their experiences and offer advice on how you can take your own career and business to the next level.Whether you're a seasoned...
From Breaking Sports News to Shaking Up the Cocktail Market: The Journey of Darren Rovell
If you’re a sports fan, you probably know Darren Rovell as the journalist who broke some of the biggest stories in sports business, from the rise of Gatorade to the deal that brought Kobe Bryant to BodyArmor. He’s also a social media influencer who has over 2 million Twitter followers who follow his insights and analysis on sports business trends. But did you know that Darren is also an investor and an entrepreneur who recently launched his own product: KickStand …
Featured Guest: Yusuf Amdani
Do you want to learn how to make a positive difference in the world through business? Then you don’t want to miss this episode of the Forbes Books podcast, where we talk to Yusuf Amdani, a remarkable entrepreneur and philanthropist who has transformed lives and communities in some of the most challenging regions of the world. Yusuf is the author of World of Opportunity, a book that reveals his secrets for creating successful and sustainable businesses that can generate prosperity, …
Featured Guest: John Mitchell
The world of recruitment and talent management was turned upside down during the pandemic. And now that more and more companies are trying to bridge the gap between the ways of doings things prior to 2020 to the way things are done now, it’s time to rethink finding, hiring, and retaining talent. This week, Joe is joined by John Mitchell, the President and CEO of the global electronics industry's trade organization, IPC, and the author of the new book, Fire …
Featured Guest: Priscilla Loomis
Joe sits down with Priscilla Loomis, an Olympian, former professional track and field athlete, entrepreneur, and speaker. Priscilla shares her incredible journey and insights into the Olympic Mindset, a winning mindset that helps individuals overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Drawing on her own experiences as a 3X Hall of Fame Inductee, 2X Female Athlete of the Year, and World Class medalist, she explains the principles that have helped her succeed both in sports and in business.
Featured Guest: Trevor Farnes
Trevor Farnes, the CEO & co-founder of MTN OPS, an energy and nutritional product company with an emphasis on the outdoor industry, joins Joe on today's episode. Trevor stands out from other people because of his unshakable commitment to changing the world for the better. To address the problem of hunger in disadvantaged homes in Malawi, Africa, and Utah, the United States, Trevor, and his wife Jenna launched Operation Conquer Hunger. We'll go into detail about his mission to end …
Featured Guest: T. Dallas Smith
This week, Joe’s guest embodies the spirit of perseverance, determination, and success. T. Dallas Smith is the founder of one of the largest Black-owned commercial real estate firms in the country, and his story is one that will leave you in awe. Through his journey, he's faced countless obstacles and challenges but never let them hold him back. Now, he's on a mission to change the status quo and create a more equitable future for Black professionals in the industry. …
Featured Guest: Meredith Ochoa
In this episode, Joe explores the intersection of traditional publishing and cutting-edge augmented reality technology. Join us as he speaks with artist and entrepreneur, Meredith Ochoa, about her journey of using art as a tool for healing and inspiring others. While reading books has been a staple for centuries, Meredith has found a way to revolutionize the traditional reading experience. By integrating augmented reality technology into her work, she has created an immersive experience that takes readers on a journey …
Featured Guest: Raj Verma
In this episode, Joe discusses the urgent need for businesses to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of technology and data management. Our guest is Raj Verma, the CEO of SingleStore; a cloud-native database software company that specializes in real-time data management at scale. With over 25 years of experience in the global business and technology industries, Verma has a simple but crucial message: “Hurry!” Join us as Verma shares his personal journey and discusses how cloud computing, AI, and other …
Featured Guest: Jaclynn Brennan
Joe welcomes Jaclynn Brennan, the CEO of Fylí, back to the podcast. Fylí is a Network as a Service (NaaS) business for early-stage female founders, providing them with education, accountability, peer-to-peer mentorship, leadership advancement, and funding opportunities. With female founders facing alarming stats of not receiving equal support and funding, Jaclynn is on a mission to change that. In this episode, we dive into Jaclynn's passion for supporting and empowering women in their entrepreneurial journeys, discuss what Fylí has been …
Featured Guest: Max Kordek
Are you someone who dreams of making a difference in the world of technology and innovation? Do you have a passion for entrepreneurship and an unyielding drive to create something that will change people's lives for the better? If so, then you're in for a treat! In this episode, Joe sits down with Max Kordek, a globally recognized cryptocurrency entrepreneur and the co-founder of Lisk, an accessible blockchain platform for building applications with JavaScript. Max's journey as a tech entrepreneur …