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• Episode 226: Future-Proofing Trade in an Unpredictable World with Patrick Kennedy

  In a world of tariffs, geopolitical shocks, and broken supply chains, how do countries and companies stay resilient? In this episode, we go north of the border to unpack how Canada is rethinking trade, policy, and partnerships to future‑proof its economy-and what that means for your business. In thi

• Episode 224: Inside the Readiness Engine for Startup Founders and Investors with Logan Yonavjak

  What if your podcast interviews, pitch calls, and founder meetings could be analyzed to reveal how you really lead under pressure? In this episode, we dive into an AI-powered platform that reads between the lines of transcripts to uncover leadership readiness, founder resilience, and the hidden patt

• Episode 221: From Big Law to Boutique – Building a Modern, AI-Driven Law Practice with Matthew Fornaro

  As Florida’s court system abruptly caps civil cases at 18 months and AI revolutionizes how lawyers operate, adaptation is the only option. In this episode, a South Florida litigator shares how he leverages AI, business strategy, and smart dispute resolution to thrive in one of the country’s most unp

• Episode 218: LBM Flash Moments: The Power of Asking Your Network for Help

  In this Flash Moment, Phil Fornaro reflects on a mindset shift from always giving to learning how to ask his network for help. He shares how reaching out for guidance shaped decisions around board and advisory support, hiring for the OGC model, and better aligning job postings with the work Light Bu

• Episode 216: How to Scale at the Right Time, with the Right People, for the Right Reasons with Mark Roberge

  Scaling shouldn’t mean just pouring gas on the fire and hoping you don’t burn the house down. In this episode, you’ll get a sharp, real-world breakdown of what it actually takes to hit product‑market fit, nail your go‑to‑market strategy, and hire the right sales talent without falling for standard,

• Episode 208: Using LinkedIn, Mentorship, and Calculated Risk to Build a $30M Construction Vision with Stevan Vukanic

  A construction leader breaks down how podcasts, LinkedIn, and tactical mentorship shaped his approach to risk, growth, and relationships in a volatile real estate market. In this episode, he shares how to use networking, transparency, and “highest and best use” thinking to build a durable career and

• Episode 205: How Business Owners Protect and Grow Their Wealth with Joseph Hargrove and Peter Henrich

  When most of your net worth is tied up in your business, “someday” planning isn’t good enough. In this episode, two seasoned private wealth advisors break down how to navigate market noise, design smarter exits, and turn liquidity events into lasting, intentional wealth for you and your family. In t

• Episode 204: LBM Flash Moments: Stop Filtering Your Own Opportunities

  In this Flash Moment, Phil Fornaro reflects on reconnecting with old contacts, the value of relationship capital, and how simple conversations can open unexpected doors. A lunch meeting about board opportunities turns into a deeper realization: the person who creates the most opportunities is often

• Episode 196: Estate Planning, Rainmaking, and Building a Life Around Relationships with Eido Walny

  Discover how a small-firm estate planning attorney became a rainmaker, international connector, and community leader—without ever “chasing the money.” In this episode, you’ll hear practical insights on estate planning, powers of attorney, professional networking, and why doing the right thing first

• Episode 194: The Journey to Top Ranks with Dean Newlund and Debi Ronca

  In this episode, Doug Sandler sits down with Dean Newlund, Debbie Ronca, and Phil Fornaro to explore what it really takes to build a podcast that lasts. They compare how their shows began, how their goals evolved, and why consistency, guest selection, and authentic conversation matter more than chas

• Episode 191: How to Stand Out in Law with Content, Community, and Cutting-Edge Tech with Rob Hanna

  What if the thing that sets you apart in law isn’t your credentials, but your voice, your content, and your willingness to embrace what’s next? In this episode, Rob Hanna shares how podcasting, personal branding, and AI can turn an ordinary legal career into a lasting legacy. Why This Episode Matter

• Episode 189: Leading with Discipline and Intentional Action with Anna Kirby

  In this episode, Anna Kirby shares how a career in property management has taught her to lead with discipline, respect, and intentional action. She talks about the realities of managing multifamily buildings, from heating emergencies and staffing challenges to the emotional intensity of serving both

• Episode 187: Scaling Smarter with Data and Strategy with Rich Carroll

  In this episode, Phil Fornaro talks with Rich Carroll of Maximus Partners about how a strong CFO function can help companies scale smarter. Rich explains the difference between backward-looking accounting and forward-looking finance, why clean data and weekly cash flow visibility matter, and how fou

• Episode 181: Why People Matter More Than the Deal with Jeff Egan

  In this conversation, Jeff Egan traces a career built across capital markets, merchant banking, family office investing, and strategic advisory work in financial services. He and Phil also dig into how relationships, not just deals, shape private investing, why urban-minded people often connect quic

• Episode 175: Energy, Health, and Strategic Growth with Ari Rastegar

  In this conversation, Ari Rastegar shares how meditation, health, and self-awareness shape his approach to business, investing, and leadership. He discusses the role of energy and coherence, the lessons he has drawn from failure, and how improving his own health changed his relationships and perform

• Episode 174: LBM Flash Moments: Incremental Goals, Lasting Change

  In this Flash Moment, Phil Fornaro reframes New Year’s resolutions as incremental goals that are easier to sustain and more likely to create lasting change. He shares practical examples from journaling and peer groups to tax planning, financial organization, and using AI as a daily tool, all centere

• Episode 173: Building Success Through Mentors and Community with John Rot

  In this bonus conversation, Phil Fornaro talks with John Rot of Hortons Lighting about the path from family influence and early mentorship to building a business rooted in service, expertise, and community. Rot shares how hands-on experience, a willingness to pivot, and a commitment to brick-and-mor

• Episode 171: LBM Flash Moments: Reinvention in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

  In this Flash Moment, Phil Fornaro reflects on building new ventures after 50, when more experience, resources, and time can make reinvention feel less stressful and more intentional. He connects that mindset to Light Bulb Moments and a new outside general counsel AI concept, arguing that artificial

• Episode 169: When Mindfulness Meets Management in the Age of AI with Mohanbir Sawhney

  In this conversation, Mohanbir Sawhney explores how mindfulness, spirituality, and holistic thinking can inform leadership, education, and the workplace without crossing into religion. He also explains why AI should be treated as augmented intelligence: a powerful tool that can improve productivity,

• Episode 167: A Break Talking About the Brakeman

  Phil Fornaro welcomes David Prescott back to revisit the ideas behind Creative Destruction and the shifting energy and political landscape since their earlier conversation. They discuss oil prices, natural gas demand driven by AI data centers, refinery feedstocks, local politics in Amarillo, and how