In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we welcome John Corcoran , Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Rise25 , who shares his expertise on using podcasts as a tool for building meaningful relationships and driving business success. "As we move forward, if not right now, we're not going to be able to tell what is real and what is fake online. Connecting with people in a genuine way, whether it's in person or through a podcast, is going to be crucial in the years ahead." The three

In this edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Aaron Lee shares his journey from being an accidental entrepreneur to navigating the challenges of running a marketing agency, especially during the pandemic. He discusses the importance of relationships in business, the fragility of marketing agencies, and the lessons learned from selling his business. Aaron also reflects on finding his passion after exiting and offers valuable advice for those looking to acquire a marketing agency.

In this edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Loren Feldman, Founder & Editor-in-Chief of 21 Hats. Tune in tomorrow as we discuss the evolution of podcasting, the challenges of building a community for small business owners, and the impact of AI on entrepreneurship. "The best way you can learn is by talking to other people on similar journeys. So I tried to build, I'm trying to build a community." This episode explores the power of building community among entrepreneur

This past summer, MultiFunding hit an incredible milestone — $1 billion in total loans funded. The final deal that pushed us over the top came from a business we're especially proud to support. In this special edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Lynn and I sit down with Senior Director of Business Financing, Fran Miller, who led the deal at MultiFunding, along with his client — Jennifer Scarbrough, owner of Misty Mountain Soap Company . Jennifer shares her journey from the cor

In this conversation, Ami Kassar interviews ⁠LaVonna Roth⁠ , the founder of Shine, who shares her journey from education to empowering leaders through her unique methodology. LaVonna discusses the importance of self-awareness, confidence, and emotional intelligence in leadership, as well as her experiences as a keynote speaker. “I have been given different gifts. I shine in a different way, just like they do. But when we come together, we're unstoppable in that way,” she said

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we speak with Certified Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Implementer Amy Holtz , who specializes in helping entrepreneurs and non-profit leaders build their businesses and achieve their goals. She explains how EOS changed her own life. "Running a business is a lot of fun until it's not. Often, your business starts to run you instead of you running your business. It's crucial to find a balance and ensure you're steering th

In this new edition of the AmiSights Podcast, dive into the world of emotional intelligence with Virginia Knudsen! Learn how self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication can elevate your leadership skills and enrich your relationships. "Emotional intelligence is composed of self-awareness, who am I, and why do I react the way I react, and how do my behaviors and reactions affect others?" Today's episode explores a passion for personal and professional development root

In this first installment, Ami Kassar and Lynn Ozer share real-time insights from the NAGGL Annual Conference — set against the backdrop of a government shutdown that's sending ripple effects across the lending industry. What happens when Washington stops? For many small businesses, it means stalled approvals, frozen funding, and uncertainty about the future. Ami and Lynn discuss how shutdowns disrupt SBA operations, what lenders are experiencing on the ground, and why collab

In this week's episode of the AmiSights Podcast, we dive straight into one of the biggest questions shaping our future: How will AI redefine the way we work, create, and compete? Joe Apfelbaum breaks down the rapid acceleration of AI technologies and what it means for marketers, content creators, podcasters, and anyone trying to stay relevant in a digital-first world. From job displacement to the rise of machine-generated content, Joe offers a candid look at how AI is resha

In this week's edition of the AmiSights podcast, Lane Kawaoka —Accredited Investor, Podcaster, Developer, and Syndicator with $2.1B AUM—shares his journey from a six-figure engineering salary to becoming a successful real estate investor and author. He discusses his book, The Wealth Elevator , which outlines the stages of financial growth and the importance of adapting to market changes. Lane also highlights the significance of working with competent operators and the potent