Founder’s Story” by IBH Media isn’t just a show—it’s a mission. We spotlight extraordinary, iconic, and undiscovered entrepreneurs who’ve built, scaled, and led with purpose. From tech titans to tenacious underdogs, every episode dives deep into the resilience, creativity, and grit that define true leadership.You’ll hear from household names like Gary V, Codie Sanchez, Rob Dyrdek, and Tom Bilyeu—but just as often, you’ll meet the unheard founders doing remarkable things the world needs to know.This is where raw conversations meet real impact. This is Founder’s Story—where the heart of entrepreneurship beats.
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Founder’s Story” by IBH Media isn’t just a show—it’s a mission. We spotlight extraordinary, iconic, and undiscovered entrepreneurs who’ve built, scaled, and led with purpose. From tech titans to tenacious underdogs, every episode dives deep into the resilience, creativity, and grit that define true leadership.You’ll hear from household names like Gary V, Codie Sanchez, Rob Dyrdek, and Tom Bilyeu—but just as often, you’ll meet the unheard founders doing remarkable things the world needs to know.This is where raw conversations meet real impact. This is Founder’s Story—where the heart of entrepreneurship beats.
Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial.
Ken Boyce, CEO of CyberGlobal USA, joins Founder’s Story to reveal why 33 million small businesses remain unprotected against cyberattacks—even as cybersecurity races toward a $500 billion industry by 2030. He explains how AI has transformed cybercrime, why 60% of small businesses shut down after a major attack, and how CyberGlobal’s franchise model is making enterprise-level protection affordable and scalable.
What if everything you've been told about getting rich is a lie? This week on Founders Story, we sit down with Chad Willardson – a 6x best-selling author, President of Pacific Capital, and creator of ELEVATED, who has managed over $1.4 BILLION in wealth. Chad reveals the biggest money lie that keeps people broke, no matter how much they earn, and shares profound lessons learned from working with billionaires.\\
Alejandro Cuauhtemoc-Mejia, founder of Silicon Valley Certification Hub reveals why 87% of corporate AI projects fail and how SVCH—known as the “ISO of AI”—is setting global standards to fix it. From exposing common executive missteps to explaining why trust and certification will define the next era of AI, Alejandro shares how businesses can move beyond hype, scale responsibly, and prove they’re ready for an AI-powered future.
Pavitra Anakru, founder of DealMagik, retraces her path from Wall Street technologist launching a company at the height of the 2008 meltdown to a mission-driven builder using tech to keep local businesses alive. She talks honestly about missed school plays, immigrant self-doubt, and why the right kind of ambition makes families stronger, not smaller.
Anthony Anzalone—aka Burnt Banksy—went from NYU dorm miner to the artist who torched a Banksy, then founder of Xion, the first walletless blockchain. In this episode, he recounts the stunt’s chaos, the backlash, and the lesson that shaped Xion: crypto only wins when it’s invisible, mobile-native, and human-simple.
Charles Edelman—painter, teacher, and relentless experimenter—describes art as a “mental gym” for the brush and the mind. From meeting Warhol to reimagining Guernica as a 30-foot mural of joy, he shares how discipline, curiosity, and quiet transform people—and why creativity is a skill anyone can train.
Dr. Stoyana Natseva, Founder & CEO of Happy Life Academy, President of IAPTC, and author of 15 bestselling books, shares how true happiness is not something to chase but a skill that can be learned and practiced daily. Drawing from her experience transforming over 100,000 lives worldwide, she reveals how gratitude, mindset shifts, and self-empowerment can turn pain into purpose and unlock a life of abundance.
Dr. Hosen Kiat reveals why aging isn’t inevitable decline but a process we can actively shape with habits, mindset, and prevention. Drawing from both cutting-edge science and ancient wisdom, he explains why heart disease may actually be optional, how stress and loneliness silently shorten our lives, and the simple lifestyle shifts that unlock vitality at any age.
Lindsey Van Wagner, author of Spirit Vigilante and founder of the Spirit Vigilante Method, shares how hitting rock bottom and choosing sobriety sparked her spiritual awakening. In this episode, she explains why so many people are spiritually asleep, how labels and toxic positivity keep us stuck, and what it really takes to reclaim your truth and begin the healing process.
Naveen Jain shares his journey from growing up in rural India to becoming a billionaire entrepreneur dedicated to solving humanity’s biggest challenges. In this episode, he reveals why moonshot thinking, not small steps, is the key to innovation in health, space, and beyond. His perspective challenges every founder to think bigger about their impact on the world.
Entrokey Labs is pioneering the world’s first software-only, quantum-resistant key generation technology, harnessing natural entropy and AI to protect data against the looming threats of quantum computing. Their breakthrough ensures businesses, governments, and individuals stay secure in a future where current encryption will no longer be enough.
Jeffrey Katzenberg and Hari Ravichandra expose the hidden dangers AI and social media pose to kids, from alarming mental health statistics to predatory online interactions most parents never see. They share how Aura is using AI for good, turning technology into a tool that protects and empowers families.
LD Chen, a former multimillion-dollar CEO, healed from years of chronic illness and a near-fatal heart attack through the ancient practice of Oneness. Now a fourth-generation Dacheng Quan lineage holder, he’s on a mission to bring this standing meditation method to one million Westerners, helping them heal physically, strengthen mentally, and live more meaningful, stress-free lives.
Erika Aquino shares her deeply personal journey from being hospitalized with bipolar disorder to becoming a global investor reshaping the future of inclusive startups. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, empathy, and what it really takes to bet on the right founders.
Patrick William, founder of Rixon Capital, shares how he built a high-performing private credit fund from scratch—without institutional backing—by betting on discipline, storytelling, and total conviction. His journey reveals the untold challenges of raising capital, the psychology behind successful investing, and why “no Plan B” might be the smartest decision a founder can make.
Drs. Louis and Denise Joseph, founders of Open Sea Institute, reveal the hidden struggles of the world’s most powerful leaders—and how they help them reach a state of superior human functioning without walking away from their lives. This episode explores the mental toll of success and the path to transforming influence into purpose.
Virginie Costa, former CFO and COO of Hermès, Godiva, and Mondelez, shares what it really takes to lead iconic brands—from mastering finance to driving transformation with empathy. In this episode, she reveals how the future of leadership is people-first, AI-powered, and unapologetically bold.
Marc O. Stockli, a seasoned entrepreneur and board advisor, reveals what 200 board meetings have taught him about ego, trust, and building truly effective boards. From near-exits gone wrong to an acquisition, he shares hard-won lessons every founder needs to hear.
Arthur Chang, CEO of PanTerra Networks, shares how he built a future-proof communications platform by staying passionate, listening deeply, and evolving with purpose. In this episode, he explains why unified AI-driven solutions are reshaping customer engagement—and why balance, not burnout, is the real secret to building a long-term tech company.
Ken and Connor Mahoney, the father-son duo behind MahoneyGPS, share insights from over three decades on Wall Street—discussing everything from the AI boom and IPO cycles to crypto, generational investing differences, and why earnings always drive markets. Their approach blends timeless financial wisdom with a sharp eye on where the money is moving next.
Founder’s Story” by IBH Media isn’t just a show—it’s a mission. We spotlight extraordinary, iconic, and undiscovered entrepreneurs who’ve built, scaled, and led with purpose. From tech titans to tenacious underdogs, every episode dives deep into the resilience, creativity, and grit that define true leadership.You’ll hear from household names like Gary V, Codie Sanchez, Rob Dyrdek, and Tom Bilyeu—but just as often, you’ll meet the unheard founders doing remarkable things the world needs to know.This is where raw conversations meet real impact. This is Founder’s Story—where the heart of entrepreneurship beats.
Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial.
