Investing With Confidence with Sean Tepper

Crispin Thompson is a seasoned leader and executive with nearly 30 years of experience in the tech industry. He is the founder of The Leadership Studio, an organization dedicated to helping leaders realize their full potential. In this episode, Crispin shares insights on effective leadership, strategies for personal and professional growth, and practical advice for leaders aiming to inspire teams and drive meaningful impact in their organizations.

Kate Assaraf is the founder of Dip, a seven-figure sustainable hair care brand built without relying on Amazon or big-box retailers. Named New Jersey Family Mompreneur of the Year in 2024 and a Forbes contributor, Kate has become a leading voice in ethical entrepreneurship and independent retail. In this episode, Kate shares her journey of creating a purpose-driven brand, the challenges and opportunities of scaling sustainably, and actionable insights for entrepreneurs looking to build ethical, independent businesses that thrive.

Matt Raad is a highly successful website investor, angel investor, and digital educator with nearly 30 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, handling deals from $1 million to $20 million. He is recognized as Australia’s leading expert in website valuation, due diligence, and investing in digital assets. Matt was one of the first investors to buy, renovate, and scale a portfolio of websites a strategy he now teaches beginners to achieve six- and seven-figure incomes. 

Jason Greenwood is the founder of Greenwood Consulting, a specialist B2B e-commerce consultancy. With more than 25 years of experience, Jason has been guiding brands, manufacturers, and suppliers in designing powerful digital buying journeys and high-impact brand engagement experiences. He’s worked across countless industries, helping companies modernize their commerce infrastructure, elevate customer experience, and maximize digital revenue through smarter strategy, architecture, and execution.

Carlos Benjamin provides elite, culturally aligned talent for the experiential marketing industry building the front-of-house teams behind some of today’s most iconic, viral, and socially impactful brand activations. A veteran of live experiences and brand-driven storytelling, Carlos is known for being a connector and a powerful bridge between brands and their audiences. In this episode, he shares how world-class experiential teams are built, what brands often overlook, and why cultural alignment is the secret ingredient behind unforgettable brand experiences.

Louis O’Connor is the founder of Strategic Metals Invest, the first global marketplace that allows private investors to own rare earth metals, materials traditionally accessible only to large manufacturers. Louis is leading the way in opening this once-exclusive asset class to everyday investors. Through his platform, individuals can now purchase, professionally store, and profit from rare earth metals that power advanced technology, renewable energy, electric vehicles, and more. Louis explains how rare earth investing works, why it's growing in demand, and what new investors need to understand before entering this rapidly expanding market.

Sean Tepper is the founder and CEO of Tykr, a platform designed to help individuals buy and sell stocks with confidence. With a customer base of over 12,000 people across more than 50 countries, Tykr has made a significant impact in the financial markets.

Maja Taylor is a career ownership coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source, where she helps people explore opportunities beyond the traditional job market. She guides individuals through career transitions into entrepreneurship, business ownership, franchising, and other alternative paths that align with their goals and lifestyle. Passionate about transformation and lifelong learning, Maja empowers clients to gain clarity, break limiting patterns, and step into careers that truly match their vision. She loves helping people experience those “aha” moments that lead them to live with purpose, confidence, and full potential.

Tatyana Deniz, a Sydney-based artist, is known for her cute and happy artwork. She enjoys using Procreate and is an active member of the Happy Creators Collective, where she shares her skills with the community.

Aleksandar Svetski share his influential works including 'UnCommunist Manifesto,'The Bushido of Bitcoin,' and 'The Bitcoin Times. He details his groundbreaking contributions to the Bitcoin ecosystem, including launching the world's first Bitcoin-only savings app: Amber.app. and open-sourcing the first Bitcoin LLM, 'The Spirit of Satoshi.' Currently, he is focused on building 'ses,' a revolutionary event app.