Business Leaders of America Podcast

19/07/2025

Our very own Johnathan Grzybowski, Penji’s Co-founder and CMO, joins the Business Leaders of America podcast hosted by Dylan Bloyed to share how we went from bootstrapping to serving giants like Uber and Reebok 🚀

He dives into:
💡 The origin story of Penji
🌍 Leading a top 2% remote creative team
⚙️ How we deliver unlimited design—without the headaches
❤️ Passion projects like Dear Dads and Free Ideas

If you're a founder, creative, or just hungry for growth lessons—you’ll want to hit play on this one.

Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/5rDjFg649CX3BnWGXVdwqA
🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-leaders-of-america-podcast/id1751390040

28/05/2025

🥗Episode 91🗣

Gregory Vetter, Founder of Tessemae's’s and Alta Fresh Foods, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🥗 Founder of Tessemae’s, the #1 organic salad dressing brand in the U.S.
🍅 Co-founded Alta Fresh Foods, one of the top clean-label food suppliers in the U.S.
🌱 Creator of Home Grown Brand Accelerator, a membership program for early-stage CPG entrepreneurs.
📖 Author of Undressed: The Unfiltered Story Of My Failed American Dream And How It Led To Success

In this episode, Gregory opens up about:
✅ Building a national brand from a family recipe and turning it into a household name.
✅ The highs and lows of entrepreneurship—and how failure was key to his ultimate success.
✅ How he’s empowering the next generation of CPG founders to build smarter and scale faster.

A powerful, raw, and inspiring conversation every founder should hear. 🎧

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4406yk2UxuaCLps2ZYicC9
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gregory-vetter-founder-of-tessamaes-and-alta-fresh-foods/id1751390040?i=1000710035533

21/05/2025

💼 Ep. 90 🦺

Tom Krause, Co-founder and Chairman of Krause Bell Group , joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🧠 Co-founder of both Krause Bell Group and Behavioral Science Technology Inc. (BST), completing over 2,300 safety leadership consulting projects across 60 countries.
🚀 Led NASA's post-Columbia Space Shuttle disaster safety culture transformation.
📚 Author of 6 books and 50+ articles on leadership, safety, and organizational culture.
🎤 Trusted advisor and speaker for Fortune 500 executives, U.S. government agencies, and global thought leaders

In this episode, Dr. Krause dives into:
✅ The hidden risks in safety cultures and how to prevent serious injuries before they happen.
✅ The role of leadership in high-risk industries and how to change culture from the top down.
✅ Why cognitive bias is the silent killer in executive decision-making and how to fix it.

One of the most insightful and transformative conversations we've had on safety, leadership, and legacy. 🎧

Link to the episode below:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hX4ApPq5MC3YjgnFRO3AA

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-thomas-krause-chairman-and-co-founder-of-krause/id1751390040?i=1000708226977

07/05/2025

💦 Episode 89 💦

Susan Kennedy, Chairman and CEO of Cadiz Inc, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

💧 CEO of Cadiz Inc., a water solutions innovator delivering sustainable infrastructure to communities across the West.
🏛️ Former Chief of Staff to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Cabinet Secretary to Governor Gray Davis, guiding California through major environmental and infrastructure reforms.
⚡ Founder of Advanced Microgrid Solutions, a pioneer in energy storage that reshaped how utilities manage the grid.
🏆 Named one of Fast Company’s “Most Creative People in Business” for her innovative work at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and public policy.

In this episode, Susan shares insights on:
✅ Navigating California’s complex political and regulatory systems with deep government experience and strategic vision.
✅ The real-world impact of Cadiz’s work on local communities and how the company is scaling its reach.
✅ Financing large-scale infrastructure projects and how Cadiz is positioning itself for sustainable growth and long-term success.

A powerful conversation on leadership, climate innovation, and designing the future of infrastructure. Don’t miss it! 🎧

Link to the episode below

Welcome to another episode of the Business Leaders of America podcast. In this episode, I sit down with Susan Kennedy, Chairman and CEO of Cadiz Inc., a tra...

01/05/2025

🧬Episode 88 🧠

Hugh Massie, Executive Chairman and Founder of DNA Behavior International, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

📊 Executive Chairman of DNA Behavior International, a global behavioral data analytics company impacting over 3.25 million people across 125 countries.
🏆 Titan 100 CEO, award-winning Behavioral Solutions Architect, and creator of the BeFi Economy.
📚 Author of six books, including Financial DNA, Mastering Your Money Energy, and Leadership Behavior DNA.
🤝 Co-founder of Boys Without Fathers, a nonprofit that supports young men growing up without fathers

In this episode, Hugh shares insights on:
✅ Why understanding behavior and decision-making patterns is crucial for building high-performing teams and organizations.
✅ How DNA Behavior’s data-driven insights are reshaping leadership, culture, and financial services.
✅ The future of personalized behavioral data and its impact on the way businesses and individuals operate.

A masterclass on human behavior, leadership, and building purpose-driven businesses. You don’t want to miss it! 🎧

Link to the episode 👇🏼

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hugh-massie-founder-and-executive-chairman-of/id1751390040?i=1000705372587

23/04/2025

💼Episode 87 🤝

Jeremy Jenson, Founder & CEO of Encore Search Partners, LLC, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🏢 Founder of Encore Search Partners, one of Houston’s largest privately-held executive search firms.
💰 Led the firm to generate over $60 million in revenue, placing top-tier talent at companies like Honeywell, Clorox, and McCormick.
🏆 6X HBJ "Best Places to Work" winner, 4X Inc5000 recipient, and Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner.

In this episode, Jeremy shares insights on:
✅ What trends in executive recruiting companies should be paying close attention to right now.
✅ The strategic pivot from lead generation to executive recruiting—and how it paid off.
✅ How fatherhood shaped his leadership style and approach to building culture.

A sharp look into leadership, hiring, and scaling a standout firm. Don’t miss it! 🎧

Links to the episode below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXg5oh_y63k&t=5s

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jeremy-jenson-founder-and-ceo-of-encore-search-partners/id1751390040?i=1000704419690

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GqI06wwhYDbRMWDatLHJp

16/04/2025

🚨 New Business Leaders of America Podcast Episode 🚨

John Donnelly, Executive Director of Sales at Service First Mortgage, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

📈 Executive Director of Sales at Service First Mortgage, helping drive one of the most trusted names in mortgage lending.
💡Brings over 20 years of experience in mortgage leadership, with a proven track record of driving performance and growth
📚 Teaches business and leadership development courses on LinkedIn, empowering professionals with practical tools for growth.

In this episode, John shares insights on:
✅ How to foster a growth mindset and help your team build routines for long-term success.
✅ The difference between listening to respond vs. listening to truly hear and how it impacts leadership.
✅ What it takes to scale a business without sacrificing quality, culture, or personal integrity.

Don’t miss this deep dive into high-performance leadership, personal growth, and the systems that drive sustainable success! 🎧

Full Episode Here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3YRA11Ah4N3U3TR7HtqH6q
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-donnelly-executive-director-of-sales-at-service/id1751390040?i=1000703563413

09/04/2025

💊Episode 85 💊

Leonard Mazur, Co-Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTXR), joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

💊 Co-Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Citius Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: CTXR), with a personal investment of nearly $23 million in the company.
💰 Preparing to launch Lymphir, the company’s first FDA-approved drug for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
🎖️ Recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, awarded to those who immigrated to the U.S. and showed outstanding commitment to serving the country
🎓 Committed philanthropist, donating millions to Temple University and his high school alma mater to support future leaders.

In this episode, Leonard shares his insights on:
✅ Building and scaling successful pharmaceutical companies and driving innovation.
✅ The commercialization of Citius Pharma’s first FDA-approved drug, Lymphir, and its impact on patients.
✅ The importance of philanthropy and mentorship in shaping the next generation of leaders.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on leadership, innovation, and giving back! 🎧

Full Episode Here 👇🏼

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leonard-mazur-ceo-and-chairman-of-citius-pharmaceuticals/id1751390040?i=1000702659425

02/04/2025

Ilan Sobel, CEO of BioHarvest Sciences Inc. Sciences, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🌱 CEO of BioHarvest Sciences, a biotech company revolutionizing plant-based nutrition with its patented Botanical Synthesis technology.
🍷 Led the launch of VINIA a groundbreaking nutraceutical that delivers 100x the Piceid resveratrol found in red grapes.
💡 Former Coca-Cola executive, instrumental in scaling billion-dollar brands like Minute Maid, Smartwater, and Powerade across global markets.
🌏 Led marketing strategies for major global events such as the Beijing Olympics and the FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

In this episode, Ilan shares his insights on:
✅ The game-changing Botanical Synthesis technology and how it’s transforming plant-based production.
✅ Lessons from building billion-dollar brands and how to scale a company from startup to industry leader.
✅ The future of BioHarvest and how science-backed innovation is reshaping health and wellness.

Don’t miss this fascinating conversation on biotech, leadership, and the power of innovation! 🎧

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ilan-sobel-ceo-of-bioharvest-sciences/id1751390040?i=1000701694434

26/03/2025

Sam Mirejovsky, Co-Founder of Sam & Ash Injury Law, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

💼 Co-founder of Sam & Ash Injury Law, one of the most respected personal injury law firms in Nevada and California, with more than $400 million recovered for clients.
💻 Founder of CASEpeer, an innovative personal injury case management software designed to streamline legal processes and improve client outcomes.
🎙️ Host of The What’s Right Show, providing engaging, insightful commentary on current events, legal issues, and community matters.
💰 Over 20 years of legal experience helping accident victims recover justice and compensation.

In this episode, Sam shares his insights on:
✅ The keys to achieving $400M in settlements and building a client-centered legal empire.
✅ The founding of CASEpeer and the impact of technology on legal case management.
✅ The success of The What’s Right Show and how media strengthens his brand.

Don’t miss this conversation on legal innovation, leadership, and doing What’s Right! 🎧

Links to the episode 👇
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1INIEQqvwSSNrNJT1xLe4K
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-leaders-of-america-podcast/id1751390040

18/03/2025

🎧Episode 82🎙️

Kit Gray, Co-founder and CEO of PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC), joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🎙️ CEO of PodcastOne, a leading global podcast network with over 200 shows.
📈 Oversees a platform generating 2.2 billion downloads annually.
💰 Led the company to a strong financial finish at $51 million for the fiscal year.
🔥 Industry innovator in podcast monetization, advertising, and content distribution.

In this episode, Kit shares his insights on:
✅ The explosive growth of PodcastOne and what’s next for the industry.
✅ How to build and scale a successful podcasting business.
✅ The future of audio content and the role of vodcasts in the evolving landscape.

Don’t miss this conversation on the business of podcasting and media innovation! 🎧

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kit-gray-ceo-of-podcastone/id1751390040?i=1000699606115

18/03/2025

👊 Episode 81 🗣

Kyle McDowell, Founder of Kyle McDowell Inc., bestselling author, and leadership coach, joins the Business Leaders of America Podcast! 🎙️

🔥 Former Fortune 10 Executive who led 15,000+ employees, now transforming corporate leadership.
📚 WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author of Begin With WE, a groundbreaking book on principle-based leadership.
💡 Creator of The 10 WEs framework, reshaping workplace culture and leadership strategies.
🎤 Sought-after keynote speaker, inspiring leaders to shift from an “I” mindset to a “WE” culture.

In this episode, Kyle shares his insights on:
✅ Why the traditional leadership playbook is dead and what works now.
✅ How to eliminate dysfunction and create a culture of excellence.
✅ The power of The 10 WEs and how they transform teams.
✅ The critical mindset shift every leader needs to inspire unity and success.

Don’t miss this deep dive into leadership, culture, and transformation! 🎧

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kyle-mcdowell-founder-of-kyle-mcdowell-inc/id1751390040?i=1000698699836