EP812 - Leandro D'Elia on Strategic leadership in today's world

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Jack McColl.  Jack talks to us about the difference between personal credit and business credit. Jack McColl is a serial entrepreneur who has collectively generated over $20M in revenue between his several online offers in the consumer credit industry. Most notably, Jack has helped 3,000+ entrepreneurs obtain business funding through his coaching program, Credit Stacking. He has spoken on several stages across the country, featured on dozens of reputable podcasts, and has been featured in Forbes on multiple occasions. He has been an entrepreneur for 10+ years, built and sold a tour operating travel business, and is on a mission to help people create financial freedom through entrepreneurship. Personally, Jack is an avid extreme sports enthusiast (snowboarding & skydiving) and is a private pilot with a recently purchased 6-seater airplane and lives in Utah. You can connect with Jack here: Website: https://www.creditstacking.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackmccoll

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Owen Garitty .  Owen talks to us about the Intersection of AI and marketing storytelling. Owen Garitty established FPW Media in 2013 to evolutionize traditional marketing by prioritizing client needs. FPW's three divisions—brand, films, and merchandise—operate in-house, ensuring clear communication and innovative solutions. Garitty's photography expertise, cultivated since childhood, fuels his passion for visual storytelling, branding, and design. He oversees projects personally, fostering lasting partnerships across industries. In 2018, his direction of the acclaimed film "Lionhearted" shed light on veterans' post-war experiences. Garitty's commitment to compelling narratives extends to community involvement, including collaborations with local organizations. Outside work, he enjoys boxing, coffee, and gardening. Through FPW, Garitty continues to redefine marketing, emphasizing authentic client engagement and impactful storytelling. You can connect with Owen here: Website: https://drchristinesilverstein.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/winning-ways-for-wrestlers/about/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063704306329

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Dr. Christine M. Silverstein.  Dr. Christine talks to us about The journey of writing a book. Dr. Christine M. Silverstein is a graduate of the Leadership Program for Nurse Executives and Nurse Educators at Teachers College, Columbia University, where she earned a Doctor of Education (EdD) and was inducted into the Nursing Hall of Fame for her extraordinary work in global health care. She holds a master's degree in public administration (MPA) from Long Island University and is a member of the Pi Alpha Alpha National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration. As an RN, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from The City College of New York (summa cum laude). For 29 years, as an entrepreneur and director at The Summit Center for Ideal Performance in Oakland NJ, she has worked online and in-office to assist clients of all ages—from the nursery school to the nursing home—to reach their ideal performances in health, well-being, academics, athletics, business, and performing arts. As a professional member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, Dr. Silverstein is skilled at using hypnosis as a therapeutic tool. Her specialty is in educating children, teens, and young adults to win in life by using Mindful Toughness® skill sets she developed that include Self-Hypnosis, Breathing Easy, Mental Rehearsal, Mental Recall, Positive Self-Talk, and Feedback Loop Analysis, to aid them in building resilience in today's tumultuous world. These skill sets are portable and are easily learned and used from one situation to another—that is, from the wrestling mat to the classroom and from the athletic field to the boardroom. Dr. Silverstein is a published historian and researcher who has written extensively on the history of psychiatry, psychiatric nursing, and nursing science development. As an author, she recently was honored by winning the Hustle & Heart Gold Book Award for Social Impact for her book: Wrestling Through Adversity: Empowering Children, Teens, & Young Adults to Win in Life. In addition, she has lectured globally on peak performance for sports improvement, holistic healing from surgery, fertility enhancement coaching, and how to access the subconscious mind for success in life and in business. She has appeared on TV and radio to speak about how parents can help teens after gun violence and how they can protect their children from childhood sexual abuse. You can connect with Dr. Christine here: Website: https://drchristinesilverstein.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/winning-ways-for-wrestlers/about/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063704306329

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Leandro D'Elia.  Leandro talks to us about Strategic leadership in today's world. Leandro D'Elia is a finance professional with extensive experience helping businesses strengthen their financial strategy and performance. He currently serves as a Fractional CFO at Eightx, where he works closely with companies to improve financial clarity, guide strategic decision making, and support sustainable growth. Leandro holds a Master of Business Administration from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and a degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidad Nacional de La Plata. With a strong foundation in both engineering and finance, he brings a practical, analytical approach to helping organizations navigate complex financial challenges and scale with confidence. You can connect with Leandro here: Website: https://eightx.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eightx/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eightx.consulting

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Justin Brennan.  Justin talks to us about real estate investing as an entrepreneur. Justin Brennan serves as the CEO of The Brennan Pohle Group, a premier private real estate firm specializing in the acquisition and development of apartment complexes across the United States. With a portfolio encompassing 1200+ units and assets totaling $185M+, Justin and his dedicated team are steadfastly working towards expanding their holdings to 10,000+ units and $1 billion in assets in the coming years. A Pepperdine University Finance graduate with an MBA and MSRE from Univ. San Diego, Justin is licensed as a general contractor and real estate broker. His career spans from title insurance to land development and asset management during the 2008 financial crisis. A dedicated philanthropist, he supports Tunnels to Towers, the Seal Future Foundation, and St. Jude Hospital. Justin enjoys kiteboarding, water sports, digital marketing, and travel. You can connect with Justin here: Website: https://multifamilyschooled.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialjustinbrennan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinBrennan

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Jerry Dale.  Jerry talks to us about Business, what real success looks like. Jerry Dale is an author, preacher, and consultant who equips ministries, recovery programs, and small businesses to tell redemptive stories with clarity. He teaches homiletics, mentors men in the Men of Nehemiah program, lectures at global conferences, and develops courses and webinars that champion holistic discipleship and strategic excellence. Jerry's path reads like a modern-day Damascus-Road story, traversing the glare of marquee lights to the glow of the pulpit. Raised in Oklahoma and moved to Dallas, he cut his professional teeth in the music industry, rising to become Regional Marketing Director for Sony Music's Southwest region. From launching radio campaigns to orchestrating arena tours, he honed an instinct for amplifying voices and shaping culture. Yet as the beat of late-night studios faded, another stage beckoned. Dale stepped into the world of adult entertainment, ultimately serving as Executive Producer of the Adult Entertainment Awards. The role delivered prestige and profitability—yet it left him profoundly empty. A decade surrounded by fame without fulfillment drove him to the brink, confronting questions no spotlight could answer. His turning point arrived when the gospel he had long ignored shattered the silence of success. Gripped by the grace of Christ, Dale walked away from both industries and penned the candid memoir Music Porn & Jesus: A Journey to Redemption. The book pulls no punches, chronicling addiction to applause, the lure of lust, and the liberating power of repentance. Its raw honesty has opened doors to recovery centers, churches, and college classrooms where he shares how God recycles broken stories for divine purpose. Today Dale is pursuing a Master of Divinity, mentored by professors who remind him that "worship is what you ascribe worth to." He teaches homiletics in a preaching club, mentors men in the faith-based addiction-recovery program Men of Nehemiah, and hosted the culture-and-theology podcast No Suga Coatin'. Whether behind a pulpit, a microphone, or a coffee shop table, his message is consistent: Jesus redeems the unimaginable. Dale also consults small businesses, translating marketing expertise into kingdom impact. He lectures at global conferences and church pulpits, guest-preaches across denominational lines, develops evergreen webinars, and designs online courses such as Mastering the Sovereignty of God & Biblical Counseling, championing holistic discipleship for pastors, students, and people in recovery. He believes strategic excellence is a form of stewardship and equips ministries to tell redemptive stories with clarity. An ex husband, father, and learner, Jerry Dale now ascribes ultimate worth to the One who rewrote his résumé with mercy. His life's mission is simple: preach the gospel, equip the saints, and prove that no background is too dark for the light of Christ to shine through. He feels most alive when witnessing lost people find lasting purpose in Christ. You can connect with Jerry here: Website: https://www.iamjerrydale.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachjerry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4do6c5tUCHlcsZjevuh7nA

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Mitch McGinley.  Mitch talks to us about How to Plan Your Perfect Exit and Avoid Common Costly Mistakes. Mitch McGinley isn't just a business broker—he's the go-to for fitness, health, & wellness owners that want an honest evaluation and experience. He's helped over 60 studios cash out, driving more than $10M in deals in 2024 alone. Most brokers don't even come close to those numbers. So, what makes Mitch different? He's been there, done that. After selling his own studio for 5X what he paid, he figured out the formula for creating massive exits without the stress. While most businesses have a 20% chance of selling, Mitch's clients have a 70% success rate. He's also shared the stage at 20+ industry events, sharing knowledge to thousands of fitness and wellness owners who are ready to scale, sell, or transition. If you want real talk about selling studios, building legacies, and making it look easy, Mitch is your guy. You can connect with Mitch here: Website: https://boutiquefitnessbroker.com/about LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchmcginley/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boutiquefitnessbrokers/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Luke Hessler.  Luke talks to us about Digital PR/Personal Branding. Luke Hessler is a husband, father, and digital entrepreneur who believes you can have anything you want in the world by helping enough other people get what they want. .Dropping out of college at 19, he launched his first business with a $600 loan and quickly discovered digital PR, earning six figures by 20 and generating over $10 million annually by 23. In 2017, after building his own brand, Luke founded his first branding agency to help others do what he did for himself. As seen in in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, and IBTimes, he has spoken globally, sharing stages with icons like Gary Vaynerchuk and Robert Kiyosaki. Now, at 31, as CEO of Ace Branding, Luke has worked with over 1,500 clients, including Dr. Seuss and Calvin Johnson helping them build their brand and inspiring others to thrive in the digital age. You can connect with Luke here: Website: https://www.acebranding.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luke_hessler/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luke.hessler.7 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-hessler-9759ab138/ X: https://x.com/luke_hessler YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LukeHessler7

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Dana Samuelson.  Dana talks to us about Precious metals and rare coins as investments and hedges against financial uncertainty and inflation. Dana Samuelson is the Founder and President of American Gold Exchange (AGE), a nationally respected precious metals and rare coin company now celebrating its 25th anniversary. With more than four decades of experience in the gold and silver markets, Dana is widely recognized as an authority on vintage U.S. coins and precious metals investing. His expertise has been featured in outlets like Forbes, Market Watch, and Fox Business, and he brings a deep understanding of how global economics, inflation, interest rates, and international events shape the markets. Beyond leading AGE, Dana has played an influential role in the industry, serving as past President of the Professional Numismatists Guild and helping to launch the Anti-Counterfeiting Task Force in collaboration with Homeland Security and the Secret Service. Known for integrity and thought leadership, Dana continues to guide investors and collectors alike, offering clarity and trusted insights into the often complex world of precious metals. You can connect with Dana here: Website: https://www.amergold.com/

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Andrew Darlow.  Andrew talks to us about Don't lose your precious memories or your business. Andrew Darlow is a New Jersey-based award-winning photographer, author, inventor and coach. For over 25 years he has helped people preserve, protect and backup their photographs, videos and other important digital files. Andrew's work and insights have been highlighted in multiple publications and media outlets, including: People Magazine, Animal Planet, Reader's Digest and Professional Photographer Magazine. He is the author of four award-winning books, and he is the inventor of the GalleryPouch™, a custom, heavyweight bubble bag produced in Dallas, Texas by Frame Destination. You can connect with Andrew here: Website: https://www.candidcanine.com/ Website: https://imagingbuffet.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adarlow