Trail Breaker Podcast

My guests today are Abiel Gutierrez & Andres Santos, Co-Founders of Comun, a fintech company empowering immigrants and their families to achieve upward mobility through financial inclusion. We talked about why it’s important to help others carry the load; how a rapidly scaling business can co-exist with family, personal health, and playing drums in a band; and why you should always do the “hard thing”, when it’s the “right thing.” Learn more about Comun at: https://en.comun.app Follow Comun on Instagram @comunbanking Follow Andres on Instagram @andressantosc Follow Abiel on Instagram @abiel_g Abiel on Facebook: facebook.com/abielg Andres on Facebook: facebook.com/Andressantosc Find Abiel on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/abielg Find Andres on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/santos-andres Find Comun on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/comun-app Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Seth Besse, CEO of Undivided, a former junior world champion windsurfer, and a perpetual explorer of what’s around the next corner. We talked about how Undivided provides an entire support system for parents raising kids with disabilities; how dyslexia and ADHD has influenced his personal, professional, and parenting path; and why waiting until you feel qualified is a good way to go nowhere. Learn more about Seth: Instagram: @seth.besse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seth.besse LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sethbesse Learn More about Undivided: Website: https://undivided.io Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/undividedapp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/undividedapp/ Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Todd Turner, a 20-year veteran in the advertising space, creator of Wash-a-Pig, a creative training game, and Co-Founder of Up To Something. We talked about what Wash-a-Pig is and how you can support it, how everyone from creatives, to dance instructors, to leadership trainers can use it, and why your inner critic is always wrong. Learn more about Todd at: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hey-todd-turner/ Wash-a-Pig website: https://washapig.com Wash-a-Pig is @washapig on all socials Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Kelli Jones, Founder and CEO of NoSo Patches, a former therapist and accountant, and a life-long eclectic adventurer. We talked about the importance of designing from a place of circularity, why sustainability is good for business, and how change happens faster when you’re having fun. Learn more about Kelli and NoSo Patches at NoSoPatches.com Connect with Kelli on LinkedIn Follow Kelli and NoSo Patches: @nosopatches - Instagram @nosopatches - facebook @nosopatches - tiktok You can also follow NoSo Patches on LinkedIn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Katie Parson, Regional Vice President of Sales at Renaissance Learning; lover of dance, yoga, and most things outdoors; and mother to two young girls, affectionately dubbed the Blonde Mafia. We talked about how her sales career started at age 14 in her father’s coffee shop, why it’s so important to take steps to stand out, and why the people along your path matter so much. Follow Katie on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katie-parson-004b6b2 Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Carl Segerstrale, co-owner & operator of Surf NSR in Nicaragua, a former teacher, and a lifetime adventurer. We talked about how he successfully achieved something so many of us dream about (which is building a life on the beach in another country) and what it takes to build a business from scratch in Nicaragua. Find out more about SurfNSR at surfnsr.com Follow Carl on Instagram: @nocalnica Follow SurfNSR on Instagram: @surfnsr Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Kelly Halpin, a professional mountain runner, professional illustrator, and self-proclaimed nature nerd. We talked about creative ways to get kids outside, the juxtaposition of flow & perfectionism, and why it’s important to be able to “suffer well.” Find out more about Kelly at KellyHalpin.com Follow Kelly: Facebook: facebook.com/kelly.halpin.3 Instagram: @kyehalpin Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Hope Meng, a Graphic Designer and Artist with a strong focus on custom lettering and typography. She’s also the creator of the Monogram Project, the TEXT/TILE Studio, and mother to two incredible humans. We talked about how she helps entrepreneurs develop timeless visual identities, the importance of personal creative projects, and her thoughts and feelings about her upcoming sabbatical. Learn more about Hope Meng Design at HopeMeng.com Follow Hope on Instagram @hopemengdesign Find Hope Meng on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hopemeng Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Brian Sloss, Director of Product Management at HomeLight, former founder of Disclosures.io and a kelp pasta chef. We talked about how coaching has influenced his career, his evolution from Product Manager to Founder, and what it's like when your company is acquired. For more info on HomeLight visit HomeLight.com Find Brian Sloss on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briansloss Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Thomas Scaria, co-founder of Prysm, a group ownership platform using crypto technology allowing the 99% to pool their capital in order to buy blue-chip assets anywhere in the world. We talked about what inspired Thomas to originally jump into the crypto space, how Prysm is leveling the financial playing field, and what DAO’s and NFT’s are. For more info about Prysm, visit prysm.xyz Follow Thomas Scaria on LinkedIn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Dr. Diana Partovi, a Clinical Neuropsychologist, Founder of California Neuropsychology Services, and an Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Berkeley. We talked about her work as a neuropsychologist, the way she takes those skills to develop trainings for companies, and a fantastic program supporting neurodiversity at work that we’re partnering on. Find out more about Dr. Partovi at CalNeuroPsych.com Connect with Dr. Partovi on LinkedIn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Wendy Chan, a senior business development executive at Thermo Fisher Scientific, a former X-games competitor in boarder cross, and a recent stroke survivor. We talked about the important work her company is doing to combat the pandemic, why education has always been primary for her, and why it’s important to talk to strangers. Follow Wendy on Instagram @jean_claudedamnvan Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com,@thatsamoeri) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

Happy Holidays from all of us at The Trail Breaker Podcast! Hoping you’ll have a chance to spend time with those you love and doing things that bring you the most joy. We’ll be enjoying family time, surfing, skiing, and eating too many gingerbread cookies. Wishing you and yours the very best and join us in the new year for more Trail Breaker episodes.

My guest today is Julie Dery, founder of Saltworks Creative and Saltworks Paper and the creative director for Outpost. She’s also on the board of Slow Food in the Tetons, a swimmer of high alpine lakes, and has an affinity for street art and pattern design. We talked about her journey into and out of entrepreneurship, keeping your ego away from your happiness, and what “freedom” really looks like. Follow Julie on Instagram at @juliedery Find her work at SaltworksPaper.com and SaltworksCreative.com and on Instagram @saltworks_creative, @saltworks_paper, @outpostjh Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com,@thatsamoeri) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Jake Cohn, a professional skier, founder of The Locals Sale and SnowLocals, and a public speaker. We talked about his most recent TED Talk “Think Beyond Your Labels”, how to keep great ski gear out of landfills, and his time both delighting and traumatizing small children as the skiing melon bear. Find out more about The Locals Sale at LocalsSale.com Learn more about custom trips to Japan via Snow Locals at SnowLocals.com Follow Jake on Instagram @jake_cohn Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting on Instagram Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com,@thatsamoeri) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Sam Alba, co-founder of Dagger, a modern CICD platform for Software Developers. Before starting Dagger, Sam ran the engineering team at Docker. He’s originally from France, but has been in CA since 2011. We talked about how managers are really a service to their teams, how it’s ok to leave a company and not ok to stay for the wrong reasons, and how when you start a company, every time you talk about it to people, it sounds like a bad idea. Find out more about Dagger at Dagger.io Connect with Sam via email at sam@dagger.io Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com,@thatsamoeri) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Matan-Paul Shetrit, Head of Product for A.Team, a company where the world's top builders team up with growing companies in order to make better products, faster. Prior to A.Team, Matan was at Brex, Flexport, Square and Stripe and when he’s not at work, you can find him climbing or enjoying the outdoors with his wife and dog. We talked about how our best work happens when we’re part of a team, what draws people to mission-based work, and the importance of making your intentions overt. Find out more about A Team at www.A.Team Follow Matan-Paul on Instagram @matanpaul Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com,@thatsamoeri) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Michael Gaines, an executive coach, leadership trainer and consultant based in San Francisco, CA. We talked about why believing in people matters, the value of mentorship and why the “straight-talk express” is critical for growth. Follow Michael on Instagram @vangaines Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Jamie Campbell, founder of Catapult Adventure Vehicles, a Reno-based company creating sport and lifestyle specific vans capable of any adventure you can dream up. Catapult was born out of Jamie’s life-long love for the outdoors paired with creative skills he honed as a metal fabricator, custom furniture creator, and project manager. We talked about how regardless of age, pursuing your passions is essential, how to balance restraint with agility, and that strong relationships and strategic partners are irreplaceable. Follow Catapult Adventure Vehicles on Instagram @catapultav Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.

My guest today is Stephanie Thomas, Executive Director of the Teton County Search and Rescue Foundation (TCSAR Foundation), an organization she’s been a part of for the past 15 years. Her favorite parts of the job are supporting her SAR volunteers, brainstorming “what’s next” and working with community partners. When not on Search and Rescue duty, Steph’s exploring the mountains by foot, wheel or paddle with her three kiddos, partner Clay, and their silly dog, Hank. We talked about the community prevention and education programs they run to keep locals and visitors out of trouble or to help them respond more effectively when trouble finds them, the care for the caregiver mental health programs they’ve created for their Search and Rescue volunteers, and her family’s upcoming 4-month adventure to Central America, South America, and Europe. Follow Teton County Search and Rescue on Instagram @tetoncountysar Full episodes and videos at AaronFeinberg.com or @aaronfeinbergconsulting Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (michaelmoeri.com) Find and subscribe to the Trail Breaker Podcast in Apple Podcasts or in your favorite podcast app.