Empowering Businesses to Roar with Confidence. Welcome to Nemean Pride: The Lion’s Den, the podcast that unlocks the secrets to scaling your business and accelerating your success.
In each episode, we delve into dynamic conversations with entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and growth experts who share their triumphs, challenges, and the strategies that propelled their businesses to new heights.
Whether you're a startup founder, a seasoned business owner, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this podcast is your go-to source for actionable insights and inspiration.
Ep. 084- Dr. Daniel Betts- Founder and CEO of Blue Frontier
In this episode of The Lion's Den, host Venezia Leone sits down with Dr. Daniel Betts, CEO of Blue Frontier, to discuss how next-generation air conditioning technology could transform the future of energy.
Daniel shares why cooling has become one of the world's fastest-growing energy challenges, how it impacts everything from climate change to AI data centers, and what it takes to bring breakthrough scientific innovation to market. They also explore entrepreneurship, scaling a deep-tech company, building high-performing teams, and leading through rapid growth.
If you're interested in innovation, clean energy, startups, or leadership, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
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3 Jul 2026
Ep. 083- Brian Ecclefield - Founder & CEO of Validated Claim Support
In this episode of The Lion's Den, Venezia Leone sits down with Brian Ecclefield, Founder & CEO of Validated Claim Support, to discuss what it really takes to build a resilient business. Drawing on nearly 20 years in the clinical testing industry, Brian shares how he built a company that helps personal care and skincare brands scientifically validate their product claims.
The conversation goes beyond clinical testing to explore raising capital, managing cash flow, planning for growth, choosing between SBA loans and equity financing, avoiding the pitfalls of merchant cash advances, and making tough decisions that protect your business for the long term.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, or business leader, this episode is packed with practical insights on building a company that can thrive through uncertainty.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations with entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
2 Jul 2026
Ep. 082- Mark Bischoff- President and CEO of Starnet Commercial Flooring
In this episode of The Lion's Den, host Venezia Leone sits down with Mark Bischoff, CEO of StarNet, to discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, and the future of the commercial flooring industry.
Mark shares his journey from selling flooring to pay for college to leading a member-owned cooperative that helps independent contractors grow their businesses across North America. The conversation explores what entrepreneurs can learn from large organizations, how to balance structure with flexibility, the skilled labor shortage, and the impact AI and automation will have on the construction industry.
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Luis Velasquez
Ravi Sahu
Randy Johnston
Brad Hawkins
Carl Dietrich
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32
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