Author: Adam Torres

Adam Torres and Steve Kann discuss the microcap sector.  Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: What’s next for the microcap sector? In this episode, Adam Torres and Steve Kann, Partner at Ocean Street Partners, explore the microcap sector and what investors should know.  About Ocean Street Partners Ocean Street Partners leverages our 30+ years experience investing in and advising high-growth, differentiated, companies (both private and small cap public) to provide capital (often our own), proven strategies, complementary pieces (M&A, board members, customers), and trusted service providers. We navigate companies through to successful IPOs, uplists and…

Adam Torres and Brandon Maier discuss LvlUp Venture Fund. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: LvlUp is a multi-stage venture ecosystem and direct investment fund focusing on mature seed with a bottoms up approach to investing. In this episode, Adam Torres and Brandon Maier, General Partner at LvlUp Ventures, discuss the LvlUp approach along with its 800+ venture scout community which runs deal flow. About LvlUp Ventures LvlUp Ventures is an early-stage value-add fund, investing in great teams with strong initial market validation and bringing startups to the next level through NextUp, a revolutionary hybrid…

Adam Torres and Bobby Jones discuss yoga and basketball. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: How do you find balance and juggle day to day pressures? In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Bobby Jones, Founder & Creative Director of Growing Up Compton and Program Director of Grow Unwind Connect. Explore Bobby’s basketball career and how yoga has given him a new mission when he returned back to his home in Compton, California. About Bobby Jones Bobby’s journey, characterized by a thirst for learning, embracing challenges, storytelling, and excelling in basketball at the highest echelons, has…

Adam Torres and Dan Idzkowski discuss entrepreneurship.  Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: Inventing a product, taking it to market and making it a success is no easy task. In this episode,  Adam Torres and Dan Idzkowski, Inventor at SKUNKLOCK & Co-Founder of Sidepocket Financial, explore Dan’s approach to entrepreneurship along with his two companies SKUNKLOCK & Sidepocket Financial.  About Dan Idzkowski Dab spent a lot of time thinking about what the world will look like in 10 years and what role he can play in creating that future. His background is deep-tech and quantitative…

Adam Torres and Katy Trost discuss CEO leadership. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: How do you build a healthy aligned organization that scales? In this episode, Adam Torres and Katy Trost, Coach and Advisor to CEOs, explore what it takes to become an exceptional CEO. About Katy Trost Katy Trost is a coach and advisor to tech CEOs in London and New York City. They partner with her to become more effective leaders and build healthy organizations while navigating the challenges of scale. Understanding the responsibilities and challenges that come with serving a company…

Adam Torres and Simone Ispahani discuss Social Brew. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify  Show Notes: Can coffee make a difference? In this episode,  Adam Torres and Simone Ispahani, Founder & CEO Social Brew, explore how Simone is using Social Brew to raise awareness and combat human trafficking.  Watch Full Interview: https://youtu.be/IbbvKinFn0Y About Simone Ispahani Born in Colorado, Simone Ispahani became acquainted with the world at an early age. At a young age, she moved with her family to the Netherlands, and studied at the American School of the Hague. Then her family moved to Sydney, Australia and later Hawaii, where she completed her high school education. Simone…

Adam Torres and Justin Chen discuss improving consumer insight. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: Why should businesses be gathering consumer insight? How can businesses gather consumer insight? In this episode,  Adam Torres and Justin Chen, Co-founder of PickFu, explore the PickFu story and the importance of gathering consumer insight.  About Justin Chen Justin Chen is the co-founder of PickFu. Along with his college friend and business partner, John Li, they developed PickFu’s concept to gain consumer feedback to make a data-driven decision for the redesign of their startup’s website. This side project has evolved…

Adam Torres and Rich Linville discuss writing children’s books.  Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: How do you write a children’s book? In this episode,  Adam Torres and Rich Linville, Sr. Writer and Editor at Rich Linville Children Books, explore Rich’s journey which led him to write hundreds of children’s books.  About Rich Linville For over 40 years, Rich has enjoyed teaching all subjects in elementary, middle school, high school and college. He tutors all ages and writes children’s books: ebooks, audiobooks, hard cover, and paperback books. I have custom-written books for adults and children.…

Adam Torres and Mher Vartanian discuss business success. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify  Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: New book alert! In this episode, Adam Torres and Mher Vartanian, Director at Scope CRE and General Partner at Hyperion Capital Partners, explore Mher’s new book, Mission Matters: World’s Leading Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Top Tips To Success (Business Leaders Vol. 10, Edition 15). Watch Full Interview: https://youtu.be/lheFHjo-mvQ About Mher Vartanian As an accomplished, dependable portfolio manager, he has a proven history of exceeding goals and delivering measurable wins for the organization. His ability to be an influential communicator has allowed him to become adept at building…

Adam Torres and Michael Davidson discuss artisanal spirits. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify  Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: How does an artisanal spirits company make their mark in the competitive vodka industry? In this episode, Adam Torres interviewed Michael Davidson, Founder & CEO of Black Infusions. Explore Black Infusions’ flavored spirits and plans for expansion and growth into new markets. About Michael Davidson David is a motivated and goal oriented individual. He likes to take a leadership role and focus on communication with customers and employees on a daily basis. David constantly tries to improve and innovate his companies,…

Adam Torres and Payhuan Shiao discuss Immortal Studios. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: How is Immortal studios disrupting Hollywood? In this episode, Adam Torres and Payhuan Shiao, Founder, Creator & CEO at Immortal Studios, explore Immortal Studios and how it is disrupting Hollywood with its entertainment model and distribution.  About Payhuan Shiao  Peter is our Founder and Chief Executive Officer, leading Immortal Studios in creating a new story universe to awaken the hero within everyone and defining a new business model centered around direct user engagement. Peter has a decades long career leading innovative entertainment…

Adam Torres and Dr. Eldad Einav discuss weight loss. Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Apply to be a guest on our podcast here Show Notes: What are the recent changes contributing to the weight loss revolution? In this episode,  Adam Torres and Dr. Eldad Einav, CEO & Founder of myW8, explore the weight loss industry including medication such as Ozempic.  About Dr. Eldad Einav Dr. Eldad Einav is an NYU-trained, board-certified cardiologist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the Obesity Medicine Association. Currently located in Beverly Hills,…