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The CEO.com Podcast delivers unfiltered access to the strategic minds reshaping global business. Each episode features intimate conversations with Fortune 500 CEOs, unicorn founders, and industry titans who reveal the...
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The CEO.com Podcast delivers unfiltered access to the strategic minds reshaping global business. Each episode features intimate conversations with Fortune 500 CEOs, unicorn founders, and industry titans who reveal the decision-making frameworks, leadership philosophies, and bold moves that built their empires — and what they're betting on next.
Clint Betts guides intimate conversations that explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and human ambition. Each episode dissects the pivotal decisions that shaped billion-dollar companies, examines the economic forces reshaping entire industries, and reveals the personal beliefs that drive extraordinary achievement — delivering the raw, unvarnished perspectives missing from mainstream business coverage.
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Clint Betts guides intimate conversations that explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and human ambition. Each episode dissects the pivotal decisions that shaped billion-dollar companies, examines the economic forces reshaping entire industries, and reveals the personal beliefs that drive extraordinary achievement — delivering the raw, unvarnished perspectives missing from mainstream business coverage.
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3 APR 2026 · Eric Stine worked in Washington during the Clinton impeachment, got cynical about politics, and ended up in enterprise software because someone saw potential in a guy who knew government and was willing to listen. Twenty-some years later, he runs https://www.sitecore.com/, the digital experience platform behind how major brands reach, engage, and serve their audiences.
In this conversation, Eric breaks down what the shift from search engines to answer engines means for every company trying to be found online, why most brands fail at storytelling due to a lack of specificity, and why he believes AI is exactly the reset enterprise software needs.
He also talks about what he learned from a woman who said "thank you for everything you're doing" to every employee, a line he once thought was generic, and why he stole it. And about co-producing a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, which says something about how he thinks about brand storytelling, too.
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3 APR 2026 · Hannah Testani is the CEO of https://www.intelligentaudit.com/, a company that helps businesses ship smarter across the globe. She has built her company on a simple but counterintuitive idea: disruption is good for business if you know how to use it.
In this conversation, Hannah breaks down the difference between AI as productivity and AI as innovation, and why most companies are only thinking about one of them. She explains why tariffs and supply chain chaos are actually creating more opportunity for the companies paying attention. And she makes the case that the real threat is not AI taking your job. It is fear keeping you from doing it.
She also talks about how she runs her executive team, how she keeps employees from feeling like they are just complaining into a void, and what she learned from the founders she studies obsessively.
If you are leading a company or a team through uncertainty right now, this one is worth your time.
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30 MAR 2026 · Andrew Powell is the co-founder and CEO of Ethos, an AI-powered readiness platform serving the U.S. Department of Defense, the Seattle Seahawks, and other high-stakes organizations.
In this conversation, Powell talks about what it actually means to prepare people for the highest-stakes moments of their lives, why the military spends 95 percent of its time training, how AI is changing the nature of combat readiness in real time, and where he stands on the ethics of building technology for the Pentagon.
He also shares his take on when CEOs should speak out, what the defense tech opportunity looks like right now, and who gave him the chance that made everything possible.
16 SEP 2025 · In this episode, the CEO of Octopus Energy US, Nick Chaset, shares his bold vision for the future of energy—one built on manufacturing, not extraction. From navigating the rapid growth of electricity demand driven by AI, to leveraging smart tech and AI for better customer service, he breaks down how Octopus is revolutionizing renewable energy in the U.S. With insights from his time advising the California Public Utilities Commission and leading community energy initiatives, he explains the challenges of affordability, infrastructure, and innovation in today’s energy market—and what it will take to build a cleaner, more reliable grid for everyone.
Timestamps:
00:07 - Introduction and Background
00:17 - Nick's Career Journey
01:18 - Future of Energy
03:29 - Consumer Engagement in Energy
04:49 - A Day in the Life of a CEO
05:58 - Octopus Energy's Presence in the US
06:41 - AI Integration in Operations
09:26 - Current Energy Market Overview
12:11 - Experience at California Public Utilities Commission
14:00 - Impact of Tariffs on Energy Prices
16:00 - Leadership Lessons
17:34 - Acknowledging Mentorship
18:35 - Closing Remarks
11 SEP 2025 · In this episode, Clint sits down with Gwen Lighter, the CEO and founder of GoAERO, a groundbreaking global emergency response competition supported by industry giants like RTX, NASA, Boeing, and Honeywell. Gwen shares her inspiring journey from a personal emergency to leading a multi-million-dollar initiative aimed at revolutionizing emergency response through innovative aviation technology.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Gwen's background and the inception of GoAERO
00:38 - The mission of GoAERO
01:10 - Personal story that inspired GoAERO
03:04 - The golden age of aviation and breakthrough technologies
03:54 - Partnering with industry giants
06:22 - Stages of the GoAERO Prize competition
10:02 - Insights from the Go Fly competition
11:51 - A day in the life of Gwen as CEO
13:48 - Building a community and ecosystem
16:08 - Technical challenges and innovations
20:40 - Gwen's legacy and vision
22:17 - The importance of giving and taking chances
9 SEP 2025 · In this episode of the CEO Podcast, we sit down with Bill Smith, the founder and CEO of Landing, the leading network for flexible lease apartments. Bill shares his incredible journey from growing up in an entrepreneurial family to dropping out of high school at 16, starting multiple businesses, and eventually founding Landing.
Bill discusses the challenges and triumphs he faced while building his companies, including the pivotal moments at Shipt and Landing. He also delves into the importance of unit economics, the impact of AI on business operations, and the significance of maintaining a consistent customer experience.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Bill's entrepreneurial journey
01:16 - Founding Landing and the inspiration behind it
02:04 - The tech and business community in Birmingham
03:30 - Lessons from Shipt applied to Landing
04:46 - The impact of COVID-19 on Landing's business model
06:12 - Target market and consumer needs
07:13 - A day in the life of a CEO
08:46 - The role of AI in business operations
10:44 - Reading recommendations
11:22 - Recruiting and maintaining company culture
14:34 - Competitors and market positioning
17:22 - Funding the business and building relationships
20:10 - Market outlook and economic cycles
22:19 - Thoughts on the AI bubble
24:29 - Ensuring consistency in customer experience
26:19 - The importance of giving and receiving chances
4 SEP 2025 · In this episode, Clint sits down with the President and CEO of TIGER 21, a premier peer membership organization for high-net-worth individuals. Discover the fascinating story behind TIGER 21, its mission, and the unique community it fosters. Our guest shares his personal journey, from his early career in leveraged buyouts to leading global education companies, and ultimately, to his current role at TIGER 21.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Overview
00:20 - History and Founding of TIGER 21
01:57 - Joining TIGER 21 and Initial Impressions
03:42 - Career Background Before TIGER 21
05:55 - Profile of a TIGER 21 Member
08:22 - Origin of the Name TIGER 21
09:52 - Membership Requirements and the Five Cs
12:07 - Pivotal Moments in Personal and Professional Life
15:49 - Core Values and Decision-Making
19:01 - Desired Legacy
21:08 - Typical Day as CEO
23:41 - The Power of Network Effect
26:38 - Impact of AI on Human Connections
29:16 - Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
2 SEP 2025 · In this episode, Clint sits down with Todd Marks, the founder, president, and CEO of Mindgrub Technologies. Todd shares his journey from a high school math teacher to leading a digital innovation agency that has worked with major brands like Wendy's, Geico, and Yamaha.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - What is Mindgrub Technologies?
00:54 - Industry Outlook
02:08 - AI Agents and Automation
04:09 - Working with Startups
06:01 - Startup Advice for VCs
10:21 - AI Agents in Various Industries
12:29 - Todd's Greatest Life Hack
13:43 - What is the EOS System?
16:06 - A Day in the Life of Todd Marks
17:10 - Reading Recommendations
19:02 - The Baltimore Tech Scene
24:13 - Maintaining Culture in a Remote World
28:37 - Macroeconomic Environment
33:40 - Final Thoughts and Mentorship
28 AUG 2025 · In this episode, Clint sits down with Scott Voigt, the co-founder and CEO of Fullstory, a leading behavioral intelligence platform. Scott shares the fascinating journey of how Fullstory was founded, the innovative approach they took to capture and structure data, and how they help over 3000 customers worldwide improve their digital experiences.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:17 - What is FullStory?
1:15 - Founding FullStory
4:09 - Product Evolution
5:49 - AI Integration
9:52 - Company Culture
14:17 - Atlanta Tech Scene
16:37 - Scott's Daily Routine
18:16 - Reading Recommendations
20:14 - Understanding Customers
22:40 - Macroeconomic Environment
23:58 - Who Gave Scott a Chance?
26 AUG 2025 · In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Bryan Murphy, the CEO of Smartling, to discuss the transformative power of AI in the translation and localization industry. With a rich background that includes a successful tenure at eBay, Bryan shares his journey to leading Smartling, an AI-driven translation platform that's revolutionizing the $50 billion translation market.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Bryan’s journey to becoming CEO of Smartling
00:30 - Overview of Smartling and its impact on the translation market
01:18 - The state of the translation market and Smartling’s advantages
01:55 - The role of AI in translation and Smartling’s innovations
03:54 - The future of AI and its impact on productivity
05:27 - AI as a productivity tool and its implications for the workforce
07:10 - Bryan’s daily routine and operating plan
07:52 - Book recommendations
08:14 - Company culture and remote work
09:35 - Expanding into international markets
11:30 - Company mission and values
13:50 - Lessons from eBay
15:20 - Economic outlook and global trade
16:37 - The importance of giving and receiving chances
The CEO.com Podcast delivers unfiltered access to the strategic minds reshaping global business. Each episode features intimate conversations with Fortune 500 CEOs, unicorn founders, and industry titans who reveal the...
show more
The CEO.com Podcast delivers unfiltered access to the strategic minds reshaping global business. Each episode features intimate conversations with Fortune 500 CEOs, unicorn founders, and industry titans who reveal the decision-making frameworks, leadership philosophies, and bold moves that built their empires — and what they're betting on next.
Clint Betts guides intimate conversations that explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and human ambition. Each episode dissects the pivotal decisions that shaped billion-dollar companies, examines the economic forces reshaping entire industries, and reveals the personal beliefs that drive extraordinary achievement — delivering the raw, unvarnished perspectives missing from mainstream business coverage.
show less
Clint Betts guides intimate conversations that explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and human ambition. Each episode dissects the pivotal decisions that shaped billion-dollar companies, examines the economic forces reshaping entire industries, and reveals the personal beliefs that drive extraordinary achievement — delivering the raw, unvarnished perspectives missing from mainstream business coverage.
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