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The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Business RoundUP (formerly Texas RoundUp)
Hosted by seasoned journalist Melissa Bill, The Business RoundUp explores the pivotal topics shaping local and the broader business landscape today. From groundbreaking innovations to leadership insights and finance trends, this podcast delivers in-depth coverage and engaging interviews with influential figures and newsmakers from across the United States.
✨ Meet the Host:
Melissa Bill
With 16+ years of journalism experience, Melissa Bill has been a…
Episodes
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Business of Self Storage: AJ Osborne on Growth, Technology & Investing
Is the self-storage industry rising up to become a lucrative commercial investment option? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with AJ Osborne, founder of…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Real Estate Strategy & Market Forecast: Tyler Vaughan on Scaling with Business Fundamentals
What happens when a startup strategist brings business discipline into real estate? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Tyler Vaughan, business growth…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Real Estate Strategy & Market Forecast: Tyler Vaughan on Scaling with Business Fundamentals
What happens when a startup strategist brings business discipline into real estate? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Tyler Vaughan, business growth…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Building a Modern Water Brand: Mainelove's CEO on Sustainability & Growth
What does it take to build and scale a modern beverage brand in today’s competitive market? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Jen Millard, CEO of…
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AI, Consumer Trends & the Future of Retail: Insights from Nicola Bond of Merchmix
Why do stores so often run out of the products people actually want while shelves stay crowded with items no one’s buying? In this episode, Melissa Bill speaks…
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Scaling eCommerce and Scaling Operations: Interview with Marat Bolatov, CEO of Native Commerce
What if retailers could scale faster and without juggling disconnected tools and systems? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Marat Bolatov, CEO and…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Skilled Trades Crisis: Safety & the Future of Trade Careers: Industry Expert Kim Pierce
The skilled trades industry is facing a growing workforce crisis, but it’s also full of opportunity. In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Kim Pierce, a…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
AI, Digital Identity & the Future of Modeling: Spotlite Founders Benjamin Hori and Hannah Choi
How is technology reshaping the modeling industry, and what happens when AI enters the creative economy? In this episode, Melissa Bill speaks with Benjamin…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Future of Online Gaming & Prediction Markets: Seth Young, CEO of High Roller Technologies
How are technology, shifting consumer habits, and new regulations reshaping the future of digital gaming? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Seth…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Synergy Blueprint for Leadership: Dr. Seger Morris on Mentorship, Bias & Leading with Purpose
What does it truly take to become an effective leader in today’s complex workplace? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Dr. Seger Morris, coach…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Cyber Resilience in the Age of AI: CYGNVS CEO Arvind Parthasarathi on Preparing for Cyber Attacks
In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Arvind Parthasarathi, CEO of CYGNVS, to discuss why cyber resilience and crisis preparedness are critical for…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Science of Healthy Skin: Dr. Mireille Vega on the Aging, Hormones & Skin Microbiome
What if healthier skin starts with your microbiome? In this episode, Melissa Bill interviews Dr. Mireille Vega, a PhD biochemist, skincare innovator and…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Healthcare Burnout: Mickey Lebowitz on Building Resilience Through Emotional Intelligence
Burnout in healthcare isn’t just about long hours, it’s about emotional exhaustion, systemic pressure, and a lack of sustainable support. In this episode…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Give Clutter the Middle Finger: Insights from Home Organizing Guru Meggie Mangione
Is clutter quietly adding stress to your life? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Meggie Magione, the author of Give Clutter the Middle Finger: A…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
From Attorney to Bible Scholar: Matthew Mark McWhorter on Faith, Crisis & the Truth of Scripture
In this deep-dive conversation, Melissa Bill interviews Matthew Mark McWhorter, author of Canon Crossfire, about the historical and theological complexities…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Building a Jewelry Brand That Empowers: Katia Design Founder on Finding Purpose
What does it take to build a purpose-driven jewelry brand that truly resonates with women, especially women over 40? In this episode, Melissa Bill sits down…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Inside the World of Private Credit and Fraud Prevention with Cole Snell
What is private credit and why is it rapidly reshaping the financial landscape? In this episode, Melissa Bill interviews Cole Snell, Founder and CEO of Real…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
How Cooperatives Are Reshaping the Economy — Insights from NCBA CEO Doug O’Brien
Are cooperatives the future of a more resilient and community-focused economy? In this episode, Doug O’Brien, President and CEO of the National Cooperative…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Future of Higher Education: College President Hiram Chodosh on AI and Integrated Learning
What does the future of higher education look like in the age of artificial intelligence? In this episode, Claremont McKenna College president Hiram Chodosh…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Longevity Blueprint: Secrets to Stress, Aging, and Living Your Best Life
In this inspiring episode, Melissa Bill sits down with Julia Brodska, founder of Best Lifing Retreats, bestselling author, and wellness expert, to explore what…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Business Growth Whisperer: Brooke Lively on Money, AI, and Building Stronger Firms
In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Lively, Founder of Cathcap Scaling Law, business growth whisperer, author, and trusted advisor, to unpack the…
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From Burnout to Purpose: How Erica Carrico Built a Multimillion-Dollar Coaching Business
In this episode of Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill sits down with award-winning business success coach and author Erica Carrico to explore her inspiring…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Freedom Mapping Explained: David King’s Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Clarity and Success
In this episode of Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill sits down with David King, a coach, speaker, author, and the founder of Freedom Mapping, to explore how…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
From Courtroom to Calling: William Newton-Wordsworth on Faith, Farming, and Finding Purpose
In this deeply moving episode, host Melissa Bill sits down with William Newton-Wordsworth, a former lawyer who walked away from a high-pressure legal career to…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Producer Behind The Simpsons and Family Guy on How HEEBOO is Rebooting Entertainment
In this episode of Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill sits down with Emmy-winning producer Sherry Gunther Shugerman (The Simpsons, Family Guy) and Andrew…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Leading Through Disruption: Steve Baue on Authentic Leadership, Trust, and AI
In this insightful conversation, executive coach and keynote speaker Steve Baue explores the real challenges leaders face in today’s rapidly changing business…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
How AI Is Reshaping Leadership, Training, and Global Business: Interview with CGS CEO Phil Friedman
In this episode, Phil Friedman, Founder and CEO of Computer Generated Solutions, one of the fastest growing privately held technology companies in the U.S…
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From Google to Founder: Akhil Verghese on How Krazimo Is Building the Future of AI Products
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, staying ahead of the curve is essential for businesses. In a recent episode of the Business Roundup…
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How AI Is Transforming HR and Employee Experience: Dean Carter, CEO of Instill AI
In this insightful conversation, Dean E. Carter, CEO of Instill AI and author of Employee Experience Design, explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Empowering First Responders: The Auto TQ Revolution: Insights from Hannah Herbst
In this episode of the Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill interviews Hannah Herbst, the inventor behind Auto TQ and founder of Golden Hour Medical. Hannah…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Why Change Is Inevitable—and How Great Leaders Learn to Embrace It: Conversation with Mau Espinosa
Change is inevitable—but how we respond to it defines our success. In this episode, Mau Espinosa, a Mexican-born entrepreneur and founder and president of G20…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Ethical Leadership: The Keys to Growth in DeFi - Insights from Brian J. Esposito
In this conversation, Brian J. Esposito, CEO of Diamond Lake, discusses the future of decentralized finance and the evolution of tokenization and digital…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Navigating the Complexities of Family Law with New York Attorney Yonatan Levoritz
In this conversation, Yonatan Levoritz, a prominent family law attorney based in New York City and founder of Levoritz Law Firm discusses the evolving…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Importance of Clarity in Leadership: Insights from Global Thought Leader Oleg Konovalov
In this conversation, global thought leader and coach, Oleg Konovalov discusses the challenges of leadership in a chaotic world, emphasizing the importance of…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Navigating Leadership in the Age of AI: Insights from John Lex Robinson
In this conversation, John Lex Robinson the Founder and Lead Instructor and Coach at The Viros Group, discusses the evolving landscape of leadership in the age…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
K.L. Allen on the Future of Higher Education and Building an Education Ecosystem
In this conversation, K.L. Allen regional vice president at Western Governors University, discusses the shifting priorities of today's learners, emphasizing…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Future of Spine Surgery with Biospine Institute's Dr. Hany Demian
In this conversation, Dr. Hany Demian discusses the innovative approaches of the Biospine Institute in redefining spine care through minimally invasive surgery…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Building Innovation with a Social Purpose: Conversation with Vivy Tech CEO, Pedro Rojas Arroyo
The interview features Pedro Rojas Arroyo, founder and CEO of Vivy Tech, discussing his journey from political activism in Venezuela to entrepreneurship in the…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Overcoming Adversity & Finding Success: Brandon Hultman on The Hultman Blueprint
In this conversation, Melissa Bill interviews Brandon Hultman about his journey in entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, and the creation of the new book…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Intersection of AI and Human Decision Making: Insights from Martin Lucas
In this conversation, Martin Lucas, Chief Innovation Officer at Gap in the Matrix, delves into the complexities of human behavior and decision-making…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Sheriff Mack Discusses the Constitutional Sheriffs Movement & Defending Freedom
In this exclusive interview, Sheriff Mack, founder of the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association (CSPOA), shares his insights on the role…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Navigating Recruitment Challenges: Interview with SkillWaze CEO, Daniel Benveniste
The conversation delves into the challenges posed by AI in the recruitment process, particularly the issue of AI-generated resumes and the authenticity that…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Financial Literacy Crisis: Vijay Marolia on Building Smart Investing Skills
In this episode we catch up with seasoned money manager and Chief Investment Officer of Regal Point Capital, Vijay Marolia, to explore the gap in financial…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
The Log File Data Explosion: Hydrolix's Tony Falco on How Companies Can Prepare
In this conversation, Tony Falco, COO of Hydrolix, explores real time analytics and delves into the significant growth of log files, as tracked by Gartner…
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Amplifying Wealth: Amplify's Hanna Wu on Smart Investing Through Life Insurance
In today’s evolving investment landscape, life insurance is no longer just about protection—it’s a powerful wealth-building tool. In this episode, we’re joined…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Permission to Be You: Unlocking Your True Potential with Alaina Love
In this conversation, leadership coach and purpose expert, Alaina Love shares her journey from a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry to a leader…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
VA Power is Building Businesses and Driving Growth: Insight from Worldwide VA's Richard Hogben
In this conversation, Richard Hogben, CEO of Worldwide VA, discusses the critical aspects of hiring virtual assistants, emphasizing the importance of cultural…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Real Estate Tech Revolution & Tokenization Era: Interview with Steel Wave's Barry and Mitch DiRaimondo
Barry DiRaimondo, CEO and founder of SteelWave and Mitch DiRaimondo, founder of SteelWave Digital join us for this insightful conversation that explores the…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Unlocking College Funding Secrets with Lance Morgan
In this episode of the Business Roundup, Melissa Bill interviews Lance Morgan, founder and CEO of College Funding Secrets. They discuss innovative strategies…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
How AI Is Transforming Business Relationships: Dr. Masoud Nafey of MENT AI
In this conversation, Melissa Bill interviews Dr. Masoud Nafey, founder of MENT AI, discussing the intersection of artificial intelligence and business…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
From Medicine to Filmmaking: George Ellis's Unique Journey
In this engaging conversation, Melissa Bill interviews George Ellis, a physician turned filmmaker, who shares his journey from medicine to filmmaking. He…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Building Resilience: Key Habits for Life Success - Insights from Dr. Lamell McMorris
In this conversation, Dr. Lamell McMorris shares his journey from the South Side of Chicago to becoming a successful entrepreneur and advocate. He discusses…
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Advocating for Safer Streets in SW Florida: Interview with Naples Pathways Coalition
Join us this week as we catch up with Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director at Naples Pathways Coalition. This conversation highlights the critical dangers…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
AI, Analytics, and the Future of Patient Care: Insights from Chris Hutchins
In this episode, we dive into building ethical and scalable data strategies in healthcare with Chris Hutchins, Founder and CEO of Hutchins Data Strategy…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Empowering Job Seekers with Technology: Insights from StaffDNA CEO, Sheldon Arora
In this conversation, Sheldon Arora, CEO of StaffDNA discusses the challenges of job searching in healthcare, emphasizing the need for a technology platform…
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Bridging Leadership Strategy and Execution: Insights from Actio Global's Jonathan Escobar-Marin
In this episode of the Business Roundup, Melissa Bill interviews Jonathan Escobar-Marin, CEO of Actio Global, discussing his entrepreneurial journey, the…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Staying Strategic in the RevOps Era: Insights from Dr. Amy Osmond-Cook
In this episode, The Business RoundUp speaks with Dr. Amy Osmond-Cook, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Fullcast who discusses the transformative…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
Leadership, Tech and Constructing the Future: Insights from David Hernandez of Elecosoft
In this conversation, David Hernandez, Head of U.S. Operations for Elecosoft. discusses his background, the company's services, and the nuances of expanding a…
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Revenue Recovery Strategies for Suppliers: Interview with Vendormint's COO, Dallas Counts
In this episode of the Business Roundup, Melissa Bill interviews Dallas Counts, COO of VendorMint, discussing the challenges and innovations in the retail…
- The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill
How to Build Visibility by Leveraging Your Skills: Insights from Aleksandra Lemańska, Founder of Leman Skills
This week, The Business Roundup gets a chance to speak with Aleksandra Lemańska, CQ Technology Leadership Mentor & Speaker, and the Founder of LemanSkills…