Chicago Business Podcast

Chicago Business Podcast Interviews and discussion whereby leading executives share perspectives on their journeys, current initiatives, and the pace of innovation

09/07/2021

It's an exciting time to be opening two Hilton Hotels & Resorts branded hotels simultaneously with Canopy Chicago Central Loop and Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop. Neil DeGuia, Complex General Manager with Aimbridge Hospitality, discusses the challenges and opportunities for businesses getting started today.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-deguia-63681ba3/
Guest Website: https://www.aimbridgehospitality.com/
Hotels' Websites: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chijbpy-canopy-chicago-central-loop/ and https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chiwjgi-hilton-garden-inn-chicago-central-loop/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AimbridgeHospitality/
Hotels' Facebooks: https://www.facebook.com/canopychiloop/ and https://www.facebook.com/hgichiloop/
Hotels' Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/canopychiloop/ and https://www.instagram.com/hgichiloop/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/AimHosp/
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chicago-business-podcast/id1501402654
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08/17/2021

Ramping up TrueRoll during the pandemic has been an exciting challenge for Co-founder and CEO Tyler Masterson. Having raised VC funds via Zoom, his business is rapidly expanding during these volatile times as they help improve equity in the property tax rolls. Hear his story on today's Chicago Business Podcast!

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylermasterson/
Guest Website: https://trueroll.io/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaxDataRight/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrueRollTyler/
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/
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07/27/2021

Launching a new beverage company is a difficult venture, but that has not stopped Doug DuMars from working to disrupt the industry with DrinkRebellious and their organic liquid refreshers that contain more than 300mg of antioxidants, zero carbs, zero calories, and zero sugar. Hear how Doug has leveraged his experience with PepsiCo and Kraft Heinz to bring his product to market.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougdumars/
Guest Website: https://drinkrebellious.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkrebellious/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrinkRebellious/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/
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07/06/2021

Starting a hedge fund during a pandemic has not been easy, but Magma Capital Funds' Founder and CEO Gershie Vann has persevered and is putting the pieces together to build something special. Hear his story on today's Episode #32!

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gershie-vann-b8754189/ and https://www.linkedin.com/company/magma-capital-funds/
Guest Website: https://magmacapitalfunds.com/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obsidianbymagma/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

06/14/2021

Moonlighting following days of Lasik surgery, Dr. Gerald Horn developed and launched a new product in an extremely competitive market, the caffeinated beverage space. Learn how Breinfuel is that and so much more in today's episode of Chicago Business Podcast.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldhornmd/
Guest Website: https://breinfuel.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breinfuel/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/Breinfuel/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

05/24/2021

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness month, today we welcome the person responsible for the creation and development of The Juniper Center, one of the largest woman-owned counseling and therapy practices across Chicagoland, with over 40 clinicians at 5 locations, plus statewide with teletherapy. Hear how Dr. Jacquot has followed her passion to create a business focused on helping others.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margo-jacquot/
Guest Website: https://www.thejunipercenter.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJuniperCenter/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuniperCenter/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

05/04/2021

The CEO and Co-founder of DecisionOne Dental Partners, Dr. AJ Acierno, joins us to discuss consolidation in the industry and the growing role of dental support organizations. Listen to hear how the business in innovating to thrive in an ever more competitive world.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alan-acierno-55677138/
Guest Website: https://www.decisiononedental.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decisiononedentalpartners/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/d1dental/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/

04/19/2021

Specializing in digital media, analytics, and customer experience, Larry Fisher leads Rise Interactive, an award winning performance marketing agency. Hear about his journey and where the business is focused, looking ahead.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-fisher-0bb4564/
Guest Website: https://www.riseinteractive.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riseinteractive/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riseinteractive/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/RiseInteractive

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: http://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/​

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04/06/2021

Do you like to try craft spirits from independent distilleries? If so, you should check out this episode with the creator of Spirit Hub, an online retailer for limited production producers. Currently shipping to Illinois, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Dakota, they are working on building out their network to serve customers across the country. Hear how this former bartender is building the company of his dreams.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-weiss-74920434/
Guest Website: https://www.spirithub.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spirithubofficial/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spirithubofficial/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Host Website: http://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/​

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03/22/2021

Serving underrepresented communities has been focus for many years, now culminating with his recent opening of the Mox.E shared workspace in the South Loop, in addition to his work on other Entrenuity endeavors. Be inspired by his passion for serving others.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencebrianjenkins/
Guest Websites: https://www.entrenuity.com/ and https://www.moxechicago.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/entrenuity/ and https://www.facebook.com/moxechicago/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entrenuity/ and https://www.instagram.com/moxechicago/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: http://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/​

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03/08/2021

The hotel industry has been brutal for the last year, so Vamsi Bonthala of Arbor Lodging has been making moves to keep the ship sailing. Hear how he built his business to withstand the storm and capitalize on the long term opportunities.

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vamsi-bonthala-b54305/
Guest Website: https://arborlodging.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArborLodging/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: http://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/​

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02/22/2021

Anglers will not want to miss this introduction to Ross Gordon and Catch Co. who have built a powerhouse lifestyle business with brands including Mystery Tackle Box, Karl's Bait & Tackle, BioSpawn Lure Company, and the Unchartered original content series available on Amazon Prime and YouTube. The fishing industry is thriving - hear how these guys are innovating to make the most of it!

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Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossgordon/
Guest Website: https://catchco.com/
Guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchCompany/
Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchcompany/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/CatchCompany/

Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewsikula/​
Chicago Business Podcast Website: https://www.chicagobusinesspodcast.com/​

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