Episodes

July 15, 2024

#97 - Andrew Bliss - Co-Founder, Ecoshell

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Andrew Bliss, the Co-Founder and CEO of Ecoshell, a pioneering company dedicated to creating sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Andrew is not only a visionary entrepreneur but also a passionate...

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July 1, 2024

#96 - Rebecca Southern - Founder, The BodyBakery & Co

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, the podcast that brings you inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing entrepreneurs across various industries. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with a truly...

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June 24, 2024

#95 - Terry Beard - CEO, Find Your Voice Communications

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Terry Beard, the driving force behind Find Your Voice Communications, and co-founder of The Speakers Alliance. Terry is a distinguished serial entrepreneur, an author, and visionary leader in the realm of...

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June 17, 2024

#94 - Jered Sturm - CEO, SNS Capital Group

Welcome to another episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, where we delve into the inspiring journeys and insights of trailblazing entrepreneurs. Today, we have a special guest who has made a significant impact in the real estate investment world....

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June 10, 2024

#93 - Julie Lincoln - Founder, Dohjoy Bread

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur, where we explore the journeys of remarkable entrepreneurs who are changing the game in their respective industries. Today, we have a special guest who has taken the world of health...

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June 3, 2024

#92 - Kyle Draper - Business Coach

Welcome to The Necessary Entrepreneur, the podcast where we explore the journeys of visionary leaders who’ve taken the bold step to leave traditional career paths and blaze their own trails in the entrepreneurial world. Our special guest today is...

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May 27, 2024

#91 - Danielle Mann - CEO, Rivergreen Cocktails

Welcome to The Necessary Entrepreneur, where we dive deep into the journeys of those who’ve dared to leave behind the conventional path to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Today, we have an inspiring guest who seamlessly transitioned from a...

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May 20, 2024

#90 - Jean-Francois Flechet - Founder, Taste of Belgium

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Necessary Entrepreneur where we dive deep into the stories and strategies of visionary entrepreneurs who are making a mark in their industries. Our guest today is Jean-François Fletchet, the brilliant...

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May 13, 2024

#89 - Dean Regas - Astronomer

Today on The Necessary Entrepreneur we have a fascinating guest joining us- an individual whose passion for the cosmos and dedication to education have made him a shining star in the world of astronomy. It's my pleasure to introduce Dean Regas. Dean's...

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May 6, 2024

#88 - Joe Mullins - Bluegrass Artist

Today on The Necessary Entrepreneur, we have a special guest joining us—a remarkable individual whose talents transcend genres and inspire creativity in unexpected ways. I'm thrilled to introduce you to a true luminary in the world of bluegrass...

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April 29, 2024

#87 - Alan Bernstein - Owner, BB Riverboats

Today on The Necessary Entrepreneur, we're thrilled to have Captain Alan Bernstein joining us. Alan Bernstein is the owner and operator of BB Riverboats, a successful Cincinnati-based company offering scenic river cruises on the Ohio River. But Alan's...

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April 22, 2024

#86 - Les Fultz - Founder, Valere Studios

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Les Fultz. Les is the visionary founder of Valere Event and Video Productions, a dynamic company at the forefront of event planning and multimedia production located right here in Cincinnati. Valere Event and Video...

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April 15, 2024

#85 - Markus Kaulius - Play A Bigger Game

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Markus Kaulius. Markus is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of multiple 8 and 9 figure businesses. Over his 25-plus year career, he grew his supplement company from startup to $170 Million and helped clients...

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April 8, 2024

#84 - Keith O'Brien - Author, "Charlie Hustle"

This week on The Necessary Entrepreneur, we welcome Keith O’Brien. Keith is the New York Times bestselling author of Paradise Falls, Fly Girls, and Outside Shot, a finalist for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sportswriting, and an award-winning...

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March 25, 2024

#83 - Nick Papas - CEO, Papas Candies

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Nick Papas. Nick is 4th generation CEO of Papas Candies right here in Covington, KY. Papas Candies started with humble beginnings; one man with a dream. Papas Candies has been a family owned and operated business...

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March 18, 2024

#82 - David Gaz - Founder, The Bureau of Small Projects

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes David Gaz. David is the founder & creative director of The Bureau of Small Projects. With over 20 years of experience marketing fortune 500 companies and major brands, the team at The Bureau of Small Projects...

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March 11, 2024

#81 - Radha Agrawal - CEO, Daybreaker

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Radha Agrawal. She is a social entrepreneur, community architect, public speaker, & author. She is the CEO & co-founder of Daybreaker, an early morning dance movement in 26 cities around the world with over...

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March 4, 2024

#80 - Don Oeters - President, EnterTRAINment Junction

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Don Oeters, former owner of Watsons in Cincinnati, OH. Currently, Don is the president at EnterTRAINment Junction- "Voted Ohio’s Best Family Entertainment Center”. EnterTRAINment Junction is similar to an...

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Feb. 26, 2024

#79 - Clay Busch - Founder, SiX18 Media

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Clay Busch, founder of SiX 18 Media. This new agency empowers artists, athletes, influencers, and other brands to explore & create ancillary monetization models, leveraging their intellectual property, name,...

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Feb. 19, 2024

#78 - Brian Ambs - Content Creator

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Brian Ambs. Brian is a photographer by trade but also a content creator focusing on spicy foods, sour foods, cooking, & skateboarding. He is an avid marathon runner too, but his main passion lies in promoting...

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Feb. 5, 2024

#77 - Phil Treadwell - Founder, M1 Academy

The Necessary Entrepreneur we welcomes Phil Treadwell, Founder & Mindset Coach at M1 Academy, as well as a national speaker and podcaster with nearly 20-years experience as a top-producing mortgage professional. Phil collaborates with industry...

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Jan. 22, 2024

#76 - Micah Carroll - CEO, The Rookwood Pottery Company

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Micah Carroll, President & CEO of The Rookwood Pottery Company located in the Over-The-Rhine neighborhood right here in Cincinnati. The company was first founded in 1880 by pioneering artist Maria...

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Jan. 8, 2024

#75 - Rick Bell - Co-Founder & Designer, Cincinnati Watch Company

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Rick Bell, co-founder & designer at Cincinnati Watch Company. Rick is an avid watch collector. His hobby led him to taking apart watches and then rebuilding them in his basement. In 2016, Rick Bell & Mark...

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Jan. 1, 2024

#74 - Tim McDaniel - Assistant Accountant - HBO

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Tim McDaniel, the Kentuckian who moved west to chase dreams. Tim is a freelance film production professional currently working in LA for HBO. He has a background in movies, tv shows, commercials, and corporate...

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