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Speaking your truth: "No one is truly an overnight success. There's a lot that goes into being successful and many years of grueling work. Many starts and stops. Stick to it, you'll get there." Josh Cartu champion race car driver and International Ferrari Club President is interviewed by David Cogan managing partner and founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align." David and Josh discuss the endurance training of racing - extreme heat, intense focus of long races, cardio, and more. They also discuss how Josh uses a popular 90s video game to improve concentration. www.eliances.com @JCartu on instagram

On playing to strengths: "When you tap into your top 5 strengths, you feel validated and self confident." Cynthia Diehl is a certified Gallup Strengths coach and expert. She is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes radio show on am and fm, syndicated online. Cynthia works with young adults putting them on the path to greatness by helping them find what they are best suited to and personalities. www.risestrengths.com www.eliances.com

About Integrity and detail: "The company prides itself on being 'Farm to Wok' meaning everything is cooked fresh, handmade and made to order. We don't make 'Frankenfood,' because it's a cornerstone that we know you must truly believe in what you're doing to succeed." Michael Osanloo CEO of the beloved PF Changs China Bistro is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show on am and fm broadcast plus online syndication. www.pfchangs.com www.eliances.com

Chris Wacker CEO Laserfiche is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of Eliances Heroes show on am and fm broadcast channels and syndicated online. www.laserfiche.com www.eliances.com

On being greater, "Do what you need to do today to get yourself one step closer to where you want to be. With diligent love and passion, you can progress and reach the highest heights." Hakeem Oluseyi is a Nasa Scientist, astrophysicist and Science Channel host for shows like "outrageous Acts of Science," How the Universe Works," "Strip the Cosmos," and more is interviewed by David Cogan host of the Eliances Heroes show and founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align." Hakeem explains the concept of dark energy to David with an analogy of Earth being a baseball. Follow him on Twitter @HakeemOluseyi www.eliances.com

On creating a good product: "Listen to your audience and experiences, let them express opinions and give them something that aligns with their personal and professional interests." Lou Boudreau Publisher of Local Affluent Lifestyle Magazine is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner or Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm and syndicated online. www.localaffluentlifestylemagazine.com www.eliances.com

On Building Partnerships: "We're now taking the rocket to the next level, but it didn't happen overnight. This partnership has been in the making for several years, and after so much time of building the relationship, we're the easy choice with which to partner." Founder and CEO of online invite platform Punchbowl, Matt Douglas, is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm and syndicated on the internet. www.punchbowl.com www.eliances.com

Unlocking success: "Be passionate and committed, keep it simple, grow step-by-step." Gordon Parkman with Achieve Results Consulting is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes radio show broadcast on am and fm, syndicated online. Gordon and David discuss the concept of what Gordon calls "technocrats" tech startups that might not have a clue how to run a business. He helps them understand the steps to take for achieving growth successfully and finding solutions they're looking for. www.achieveresultsconsulting.com www.eliances.com

On building teams: "Focus on common goals to provide the correct objective for all." Joe Cowan CEO Epicor, a six time CEO is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes show. www.epicor.com www.eliances.com

On Statistics: "Four in 10 people are pre-diabetic, I give tools to overcome the addiction to sugar and other carbohydrates that mess with your body." Kim Minert Certified Diabetic Coach of Diabetes Hope is interviewed by David Cogan Managing Partner and Founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of Eliances Heroes show on am and fm broadcast channels and syndicated online. www.kimminert.com www.eliances.com

On creating something from nothing: "Be an architect! When I started any of these I hadn't done it before, but you understand the end game and can then track back through the fundamental principles to get it done." Rob Dyrdek founder of Dyrdek Machine and well-known MTV personality is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show broadcast on am and fm channels and syndicated online. www.dyrdekmachine.com www.eliances.com

Standing for something: "We cater to the most important moments in life. We drop ship flowers from growers in an active volcano in Ecuador to your door for better blooms that also help the farmers who create them." John Tabis founder and CEO of The Bouqs Company is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm broadcast channels and syndicated online. Everyone's seen their ads on FaceBook and other social platforms, hear first hand his tips on building a great life and career on your own terms. www.bouqs.com www.eliances.com

On being slow and steady: "Put your profits back into the business to watch it grow...success is having really great ideas executed well." One Buck at a Time author and cofounder/chairman of Dollar Tree Stores, Macon Brock is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm broadcast channels, syndicated online. www.dollartree.com www.eliances.com

Secret business trick: "Leverage what you can offer with trade to offset cash. Go about it honestly, and keep the trades at 1-1 with cash value, and you can really maximize your business without using dollars." Sally Valencia a trade broker at Tradesource is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show am and fm, and syndicated online. www.eliances.com www.tradesource.net

On living consciously: "Trust your heart and listen to the good voice." Sherry Anshara the creator of the QuantumPathic Energy Method is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm channels and syndicated online. www.eliances.com www.sherryanshara.com

Tips for aspiring actors: "Dare to fail, and don't worry about your agent. Be the best at what you do, reach for more and it will come." Laura Cayouette, the well-known actor from the Academy Award Best Picture winner Django Unchained is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes show. The show airs twice weekly on am and fm channels and is syndicated online. (photo: scene from Django Unchained with Leonardo DiCaprio)

Protect yourself before you wreck yourself: "The trick to being effective in protecting yourself is doing skills you are comfortable doing. You don't need to be Jean Claude Van Damme to be successful in high-pressure situations where you feel vulnerable.

On doing your own thing instead of waiting for success: "You never know who's watching." Tony Kim is a DC Fanboy at heart and owner of The Hero Within Store which is a fully-licensed DC Comic creator of fine mens' clothing with a subtleHero flair. Tony is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show on am1510 and m105.3, and founder of Eliances entrepreneur community. www.herowithinstore.com www.eliances.com

On being an entrepreneur: "You either are one or you aren't. Those who are not entrepreneurs often struggle to understand why you put so much into building something when you're not getting paid to do it. It's all about passion, and drive." Christine Jeffries famous producer of the Eliances Heroes show and editor for her own company Lupi Docs & Designs is interviewed by David Cogan managing partner and founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and intrepid host of the Eliances Heroes show on am & fm and syndicated online. David turns the tables on Christine (AKA Glue) in this special 'behind the scenes' look at how the Heroes show gets created week-after-week. www.lupidocs.com www.eliances.com

On being: "We're all humans on a journey." Shelby Elwood filmmaker and director of Cobrainey Media is interviewed by David Cogan founding and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show. David and Shelby discuss gender identification as it's explored in her landmark documentary Trans*cend released to film festivals and to a packed @BLKLIVEAZ lounge. www.cobraineymedia.com www.eliances.com

On being open: "Sexual energy is fuel for creating change." Laurie Handlers Sex Therapist and Teacher of Butterfly Workshops is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am & fm and syndicated online. Laurie and David discuss about the importance of speaking your truth. Laurie says, "You have to speak about it, ask questions and experience the changes." She also talks about how she has met the most amazing people on her travels all over the world teaching tantric methodologies. www.butterflyworkshops.com www.eliances.com

On being green: "Home builders must take proactive strategic and operational measures to help shape the discussion of energy codes and compliance, as well as home valuations tied to energy performance." Steve Hilton CEO and Chairman of Meritage homes is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of Eliances Heroes show on am & fm radio and syndicated online. www.meritagehomes.com www.eliances.com

On being you "We always want to fit in but don't underestimate the power of standing out; be unique enough to be spoken about." Sandhya Garg fashion designer of her own clothing line is interviewed by David Cogan founder of @Eliances and host of the Eliances #Heroes show on am and fm radio and syndicated online. Sandhya appeared on Project Runway season 13, and also has shown her lines at Mercedes Benz NY Fashion Week. She and David discuss finding your own style, and about how it can be emotional and impact how you perform. www.sandhyagarg.com www.eliances.com

On innovation: "Learn what you need done and what you want to do; use your resources to continue being relevant." Will Bunker is the creator of the technology that became the original big dating site Match .com. He is interviewed by David Cogan, founder of @Eliances and host of the Eliances #Heroes radio show on am and fm and syndicated online. Will and David discuss what he's doing now focusing on GrowthX helping startups find their groove and grow. www.growthx.com www.eliances.com

In this segment of the @Eliances #Heroes show with David Cogan, learn how Isabel Banerjee of GroYourBiz www.groyourbiz.com is the mistress of self-invention, transformation and growth 'to fit the part.' Once known as the 'Phantom Lady', she knows how to build her own stage, adapt to new roles and embrace the 'next act.' www.eliances.com

Personal worth: "Take responsibility for your health and be engage in being a better healthcare consumer." Dave Allazetta CEO United Healthcare AZ and NM is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of Eliances Heroes show on am and fm, and syndicated online. Dave and David talk about building relationships to help people live healthier lives. UHC spends roughly $2.9B annually on technology and innovation as the medical industry struggles to redefine itself. Dave addresses this and many other things concerning individuals related to their personal health and healthcare today. www.uhc.com www.eliances.com

Heroes Show Deep Dive (extended segment) uncovers interesting territory with Diana Costain a master investor, business builder, and real estate mogul, and Bruce Heide an expert insurance strategist and Mr Personality. David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show is joined by special guests and the famous show producer Glue (Christine Jeffries) in an in-depth discussion on a multitude of topics for the benefit of entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in knowing the back side of business. www.eliances.com

Building a great brand and company: "It takes more than capital and time. It takes a great team, innovation, and impeccable customer service." Don Fox CEO of Firehouse Subs is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align and host of Eliances Heroes show on am and fm, and syndicated online. David and Don discuss favorite sandwiches and what it takes to go beyond the brand and build a strong foundation. www.firehousesubs.com www.eliances.com

About pain: "This therapy changes the way treatment is done for pain, it's totally non-invasive and without drugs." Denis Thompson Developer and Patent holder of the ARP Wave Technology is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show am and fm radio and syndicated online. www.arpwave.com www.eliances.com

PMO as a service? There's Software As A Service, Platform As A Service, and Infrastructure As A Service. Now there's Project Management Office As A Service. Joe Pusz founder and CEO of PMO Squad is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes show. Joe and David talk about PMO and how outsourcing this crucial facet of business can help companies build stronger operations in their IT projects and other areas of the business. www.thepmosquad.com www.eliances.com

Keep them coming back for more: "The thing about Golden Tee is it makes you feel like a pro golfer, that's the magic of it and what we strive for in all our games." Elaine Hodgson co-creator, co-founder, CEO and President of Incredible Technologies (IT) is interviewed by David Cogan founder and managing partner of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes show on am & fm and syndicated online. Elaine and David discuss where it all began in 1989 as a basement startup on the side while working as a industrial chemist at Kennedy Space Center. Now IT is known world over as the creator of Golden Tee and many other recognizable games. www.itsgames.com www.eliances.com

On backing and advising startups: "Invest in people, value and guide them; don't micromanage. If you invested in the correct people, they will be successful." Mark Goldston is a champion of startups as a board advisor for TuneGo. He is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and the Eliances Heroes show on am and fm plus online syndication. Mark and David discuss other successful startups he's invested in, over 170 in total. www.tunego.com www.goldstonventures.com www.eliances.com

Finding opportunities: "Every instance creates a chance to learn. Be willing to work." Steve Jones CEO of Allied Universal is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances and host of the Eliances Heroes show amfm, and syndicated online.

On Ambitiion: "My father was an entrepreneur, he left pretty big footprints." Seth Buechley former President of SOLiD USA and author of the book "Ambition" is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Heroes show amfm and syndicated online. Seth grew up in a commune in the woods which he told David gave him a unique perspective and outlook on his own potential for achievement.

Secret answer on chicken-and-egg website conundrum "Always start with the supply side of the business. Consumers are fickle, if they go to the site and there isn't anything for them to look at, or no resources they care about, they might never return." Mark Britton, Founder, President and CEO of AVVO (pronounced ah-voh) is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, and syndicated online. Mark and David discussed the potential impact startups make in the community, "If you're not making something easier or better, what are you doing?" Mark said. He also said to feel the true power of AVVO, just go to the site and post a question. You'll receive answers back in moments. www.avvo.com

Coaching to success: "It's not about you, when you bring along others on your mission it changes for the better and you can be wildly more successful." Mary Henry Owner of Impetus Solutions is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, syndicated online.

Three components of leading for high performance: "Dare, serve and Perform...First, go to a daring destination. Next, lead with humility and serve the cause, Finally, create conditions for success always." Cheryl Bachelder former CEO Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is interviewed by David Cogan, founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Eliances Heroes show amfm and syndicated online. Cheryl and David discuss the qualities of a good servant leader who thinks of the enterprise and the people in it to know the course. She also learned humility in failure at Kentucky Fried Chicken but overcame challenge with confidence in herself and support from her board of advisors.

On going from "Zero to 100": "When we were in the trenches of creating 9Rounds, I wanted to write a book about the journey; how to grind it out and build from nothing." Shannon "The Cannon" Hudson Co-founder of 9Rounds Kickboxing is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, and syndicated online. Hudson believes in the concept of E2 which is energy and enthusiasm. www.9round.com

On continual improvement: "We use a methodology called Kaizen in which we regularly reflect on our success, evaluate, and look for opportunities to implement better ways of working both in the product development and the organization." John Incledon CEO and president of Hisamitsu America Corporation, the company that created the brand Salonpas topical pain treatment is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, and syndicated online. www.salonpas.us

About never saying never: "After selling Kayak to Priceline I thought I was done with the travel industry. I had been doing it for over 10 years. Next thing you know, a year-and-a-half later, I'm in it again." Paul English, Co-Founder of Kayak .com who sold the company for $2.1 Billion to Priceline .com (the co-founder of Priceline also was on the Heroes show), is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show, on amfm and syndicated online. English also quoted Walt Disney, "Once you are moving in the right direction, nothing can stop you."

On finding your super power: "It's a simple question, 'What do you want to do?' Then don't be afraid to do that or be yourself." Neva Lee Recla, founder of Super Power Kids, is interviewed by David Lee Cogan, founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align," and host of the Heroes show. Neva is the daughter of Justin Recla who previously appeared on the Heroes show and is the co-founder of The Clear Business Directory. www.nevaleerecla.com

About impeccable customer service, "Treat everyone with the same energy and excitement, from the first to the thousanth. Make sure everyone is comfortable, content, and walks away feeling like it was a great experience. That's what keeps them coming back." Jason David Frank legendary power ranger who's appeared in more than 200 episodes of the long running SabanPower Rangers television show and movies is interviewed by David Cogan founder of Eliances "The Place Where Entrepreneurs Align" and host of the Eliances Heroes show broadcast on am and fm radio and syndicated here. Go to www.eliances.com to learn more and be part of the community. Jason David Frank came on in support of his participation and thanks to Phoenix Comicon. www.phoenixcomicon.com to learn more.

Secret to relieving stress, "Take 15 seconds and take 3 deep breaths." James Kawainui Ancient Hawaiian Healer is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show, amfm and iHeart radio. Other tips and revelations explained.

About inspiring children, "Children need to be around engineering and aviation to help them see STEM careers as a great path." Nova Hall, founder of Flying Over Time is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio.

Favorite flying moment, "Flew President Bill Clinton on the most important night of his life." Learn the impact it made on Flexjet Chairman and CEO Kenn Ricci in his interview with David Cogan of the Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Ricci received the honor of the Lifetime Aviation Entrepreneur Award which past recipients include Virgin Airlines founder Sir Richard Branson, Southwest Airlines co-founder Herb Kelleher, and FedEx founder Fred Smith.

On being a comic artist: "I've always loved to draw. It's amazing being paid for something you have a passion for and it is your hobby." Tony Parker Eisner Award Winning Artist who's drawn for practically every major comic company including DC, Marvel, and Dark Horse is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. Tony's appearance is in support of his participation at Phoenix Comicon visit www.phoenixcomicon.com to learn more.

Simplifying in business: "Buying and selling a home often is a painful experience; definitely one of the most stressful. The industry has experienced little change and it's one of the largest. We bring customers convenience by applying technology." Jaqueline Moor VP of Community Development for OpenDoor is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio. www.opendoor.com

Having a positive relationship with food: "Simple foods can be nutritious, flavorful and create a life of balance and harmony. Living life with compassion and passion, you can have a life of love and it will be easy for you to be happy."

On finding opportunity: "Ask yourself what problems or frustrations you experience and find a way to make it better for everyone. We created a brand, not a store to solve a problem we couldn't accept." JT Marino Co-Founder of Phoenix's own Tuft and Needle mattress brand is interviewed by David Cogan of Eliances Heroes show amfm, iHeart radio.