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Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

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Turning Authenticity into Opportunity: Valera Djordjevic’s Rise from Creator to Model

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Valera Djordjevic, Influencer & Model, at the PacSun Purpose Summit in Los Angeles. Valera shares how a viral TikTok Shop video led to a PacSun Fall ’24 campaign, her checklist for evaluating brand deals (values fit, audience relevance, fair compensation), tips to avoid scams, and why authenticity and inclusive product drive real results. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 202510 min

How LAFC Built a Purpose-Driven Sports Brand for Los Angeles

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Rich Orosco, Chief Brand Officer at Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), live from the Pacsun Purpose Partner Summit in Los Angeles. Rich explains how LAFC led with purpose—uniting the city through soccer—while focusing on relationships, brand consistency, and community impact. He also teases a transformational player signing aimed at keeping LAFC in the global conversation. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 202511 min

Art for Everyone: Heidi Zuckerman on Expanding Access and Creative Connection

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres sits down with Heidi Zuckerman, Founder and CEO of the Orange County Museum of Art, to discuss her lifelong mission of making art accessible to all. Heidi shares how art can build community, foster creativity, and empower individuals to live authentically. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 202510 min

Inside the Mind of Gen Z: How Youth Consumers Are Redefining Retail

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres sits down with Neil Saunders, Managing Director and Retail Analyst at GlobalData Retail, to unpack the findings from PacSun’s new youth consumer report. Saunders explains how Gen Z and Gen Alpha are challenging old assumptions, demanding authenticity from brands, and reshaping industries with their democratic approach to consumption. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 202516 min

PacSun CEO Brieane Olson on Leading with Purpose and Empowering Gen Z

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Brieane Olson, CEO of PacSun, live at the PacSun Purpose Partner Summit in Los Angeles. Brie discusses the company’s first Youth Report exploring Gen Z and Gen Alpha insights, the creation of PacSun’s Youth Council, and the brand’s mission to champion purpose-driven partnerships with companies like Formula One and Adidas. Through data, collaboration, and authenticity, PacSun continues to shape culture and empower the next generation. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 20259 min

Pacsun’s Purpose: Building a Brand That Inspires the Next Generation

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Richard Cox, Chief Merchandising Officer at Pacsun, during the Pacsun Purpose Partner Summit in Los Angeles. Richard discusses Pacsun’s transformation into a purpose-driven brand, unveiling insights from the company’s Youth Report on Gen Z and Gen Alpha. He also reflects on iconic collaborations with ASAP Rocky, The Met Museum, and Formula One — all tied to Pacsun’s mission to create meaningful connections with the next generation. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 202510 min

Hormones, Brain & Metabolism: Stark Health’s Playbook for Peak Performance

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Todd Vande Hei⁠ (CEO of Stark Health) and ⁠Dr. Alice Nguyen⁠ (Director of Naturopathic Medicine at Stark Health). They explain why sex hormones are central to brain function, how individualized HRT can improve focus and sleep—especially during perimenopause/menopause—and how movement, targeted nutrition, and lab-driven protocols elevate metabolism and longevity within a proactive, team-based care model. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 9, 202554 min

Deferred Sales Trusts vs. 1031: Brett Swarts on Smarter, Flexible Tax Deferral

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Brett Swarts⁠, Founder and CEO of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, on the Deferred Sales Trust (DST)—a flexible strategy to defer capital gains beyond the constraints of the 1031 exchange. Brett explains DST use cases across real estate, businesses, stocks, and Bitcoin, addresses common myths, and shares how clients use DSTs to diversify, avoid forced debt replacement, and build truly passive income on their own timeline. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 8, 202516 min

Failing Forward: Phillip Cantrell’s 4 Cornerstones for Winning in Business

In this episode, Adam Torres and Phillip Cantrell, founder of Benchmark Realty and author of Failing My Way to Success, on how he built a thriving real estate business from the ground up. Phillip shares his 4–4–2 record of wins, losses, and ties, along with his proven Four Cornerstones of Success — Delegation, Observation, Working Smart, and Compassion — offering a roadmap for entrepreneurs ready to turn failure into growth. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 7, 202517 min

LACG’s October Playbook: Tech Week, Flight, Family Offices & Napa Together

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Kathleen Tepley back for LACG’s monthly briefing, covering October’s stacked calendar: SF & LA Tech Week activations, a flight/aviation investor update, Nasdaq-partnered programming at Cal Poly Pomona, Opal Group’s Napa Wealth Conference with private LACG gatherings, and a Bay Area real-estate roundtable. Kathleen also shares LACG’s “give-to-give” mission and a sneak peek at 2026 planning. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 6, 202520 min

Resilience and Leadership: How Damian Serrano Thrives Away from Home

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Damian Serrano, Phi Iota Alpha Chapter President at Michigan State University, on navigating college far from home, finding community through fraternity leadership, and channeling challenges into creativity with his Lion5arted initiative. This interview is part of our Young Leaders Spotlight coverage series. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 4, 202511 min

Contingent Talent & AI: Bejal Patel on the Real Future of Work

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres talks with Bejal Patel, Managing Partner at Arthur Lawrence, about the rise of contingent labor, practical use cases (from software rollouts to niche expertise), and why AI should augment—not replace—human work as part of Arthur Lawrence’s mission to improve lives. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 3, 202513 min

How Competera Uses AI Pricing to Free Time and Boost Retail Profit

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Alex Halkin, Founder & CEO of Competera. Alex explains how Competera’s AI pricing platform helps retailers move beyond static rules and elasticity tables to model-driven pricing that lifts margin and frees teams’ time. He also shares his founder journey—from early tech hustles to building a profitable AI company through global shocks—guided by a mission to let machines do the math so people can do meaningful work Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 2, 202524 min

Matt DeLorenzo Releases New Book "Mercedes-AMG: Race-bred Performance"

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Matt DeLorenzo, Author of Mercedes-AMG: Race-bred Performance. Matt explains AMG’s beginnings with engineers Aufrecht and Melcher, breakthrough race moments like the “Red Pig,” the Hammer’s impact, and how AMG became Mercedes’ performance brand—while sharing how he sourced photos and deep archival history. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 2, 202515 min

From Pizza Delivery to $35M: Dan Henry on Building Digital Empires

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Dan Henry⁠, Founder of GetClients.com. Dan shares how he built an eight-figure business and generated over $35 million selling digital products. From his bestselling books ⁠Digital Millionaire Secrets⁠ and ⁠The Pocket Guide to High Ticket Selling⁠ to his mission of empowering entrepreneurs, Dan reveals how digital products can transform businesses, create educated customers, and open new revenue streams. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 1, 202517 min

Boe Bowen Launches Audio Book with Mission Matters Media

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews with Boe Bowen, Managing Attorney at The Bowen Law Firm, PLLC, about celebrating their first anthology audiobook and Boe’s approach to law: empathetic, options-driven, and focused on keeping families together across family law, estate planning/probate, and personal injury. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 30, 202521 min

From Prosecutor to Personal Injury Advocate: Ryan Schwartz on Client-First Trial Law

On this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Ryan Schwartz, Attorney & Owner of Schwartz Trial Law, LLC. Ryan shares his journey from consulting to prosecution to personal injury, why he runs a referral-based, client-first firm, and how victims can pick the right lawyer, navigate care, and avoid “file mill” pitfalls. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 30, 202512 min

From Food Trucks to Bourbon Trail Stays: Andrew Llewellyn’s Super Stays Vision

On this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Andrew Llewellyn⁠, Founder & CEO of Super Stays. Andrew shares how he built a new kind of hospitality experience designed for large groups visiting Louisville, from milestone celebrations to corporate retreats. With properties tailored for togetherness and unique behind-the-scenes access to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Andrew’s mission is to create memorable stays that feel one-of-a-kind. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 29, 202512 min

Build Wealth Without Quitting Your Job: Axel Meierhoefer’s Turnkey Real Estate Playbook

On this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Axel Meierhoefer⁠, Founder of IdealWealthGrower™. Axel explains his turnkey approach to owning 1–4 unit rentals—buy renovated properties, keep third-party management, and focus on cash-flow performance over flashy locations. He shares how to invest out of state, keep your day job, and diversify thoughtfully (including why he views Tesla as an AI/robotics/energy bet, not just autos). Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 28, 202517 min

Kurt Ranka on Smarter Pricing Strategies Amid Shifting Inflation

On this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Kurt Ranka, Managing Principal at Ducker Carlisle. Kurt explains how OEMs and manufacturers can rethink pricing amidst cooling inflation by moving away from cost-plus models toward value-based strategies that better reflect product value, services, and customer perception. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 202515 min

From Rural Georgia to Reddit: Nomi Khedawala’s Mission to Build and Give Back

On this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews Nomi Khedawala, Sr. Technical Program Manager at Reddit. Nomi shares his journey from rural Georgia to Silicon Valley, his growth at top tech companies, and how gratitude and perspective fuel his mission to give back while investing in ethical innovation. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 26, 202513 min

Paul Barry Presents CONTINUUM at The Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica

On this episode of Mission Matters,⁠ Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Paul Barry⁠, Ikigai Whisperer at Dreaming for a Living. Paul shares the inspiration behind his new comedy-magic show Continuum, weaving together storytelling, illusion, and the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai to help audiences rediscover purpose and joy. Get tickets to the show at The Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica on October 1st and 2nd ⁠here⁠. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 202511 min

From ER to Optimization: Aleksandra Gajer’s Blueprint for Real Health & Longevity

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Aleksandra Gajer, Founder at The Gajer Practice. Aleksandra shares why she left emergency medicine to focus on metabolic optimization, hormone balance, sleep, movement, and whole-person care—helping high performers achieve longevity and everyday vitality. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 202514 min

Building a Future of Longevity: Inside the Healthspan Summit 2025 with Elias Arjan

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Elias Arjan, Founder & CEO of Healthspan Productions, about the Healthspan Summit 2025 in Los Angeles. Arjan shares his 30-year journey in performance and wellness, his mission to help people live 100 healthy years or more, and how the summit is bringing together the best evidence-based leaders, brands, and innovations in longevity. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 202518 min

From Pain to Purpose: Garr Russell’s Journey with Fireside RV Rental

On this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres sits down with Garr Russell, CEO of Fireside RV Rental. Garr shares how a personal family challenge inspired him to launch the nation’s first RV rental management franchise. From his book projects to his “pain to purpose” philosophy, Garr’s story is one of resilience, faith, and building opportunities for both RV owners and families. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 202515 min

Too Busy to Be Happy? Christine Laperriere on Leading Without Burnout

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Christine Laperriere, Founder of Leader In Motion, about her book Too Busy to Be Happy and her work helping leaders balance performance with mental health. Christine shares her personal burnout story, her “Best Boss Ever” research, and her mission to equip leaders with tools to manage emotional real estate and lead with compassion. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 23, 202515 min

Women Connect4Good: How Dr. Nancy O’Reilly Builds Leaders

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres visits the Southern California Equestrian Center to interview Dr. Nancy O’Reilly, Founder of Women Connect4Good. Nancy shares how horses shaped her purpose; the organization’s core mission—women supporting women; the new Connect for Impact youth leadership cohorts; and her advocacy with Ashley Avis to pass the SAFE Act to end horse kill pens. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 202537 min

How Ark Dynamics Brings Realism, Affordability, and Innovation to Gaming

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres talks with Louis Christou, CEO of Ark Dynamics LLC, about building a direct-drive motion simulator that delivers pro-level realism at a fraction of the cost. Louis shares the scrappy origins, breakthroughs in heat management, and his mission to create an open, community-powered ecosystem that puts immersive simulation within reach for all. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 202554 min

Lead a Living Organization: Norman Wolfe on Sustainable Growth

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Norman Wolfe, CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc., on practical strategies for building sustainable growth. Wolfe explains his Living Organization framework—shifting from mechanistic control to context, community, capability, and service—so leaders can drive real behavior change and resilient performance. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 21, 202515 min

Fighting Blindness: Silvia Cerolini on Patient-Led Innovation

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Silvia Cerolini, CEO of Eyes on the Future, about her journey from mother to global advocate. Inspired by her daughter’s diagnosis with a rare eye disease, Silvia shares how her organization is uniting families worldwide, advancing research, and co-developing gene therapies to bring hope to patients and communities everywhere. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 202511 min

Inside Quimbi.ai’s Super Agents: How Jonathan Shroyer Is Rewiring Customer Support

Adam Torres had a talk with Jonathan Shroyer, CEO of Quimbi.ai, to unpack his new venture: “agentic AI” super agents that plug into a company’s stack (game data, Jira, CRM, Reddit, etc.), pre-draft hyper-personalized replies, flag fraud, suggest incentives, and help agents architect player/customer outcomes. Jonathan shares early traction (founded in May, first customers live, 20+ in pipeline), the plug-and-play rollout, and why this will be table stakes in five years. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 202518 min

Digital Advocacy in Action: Haley Lickstein on Mobilizing Young Voices

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Haley Lickstein, Creator & Digital Strategist at Haley Lickstein Media, about her mission to bring activism online, empower young people through her Haley on the Hill series, and use content to fight misinformation while democratizing grassroots advocacy. Big thanks to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 20259 min

Power Up with Purpose: Gloria Feldt on Turning Equality Day into Action

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres chats with Gloria Feldt, Founder of Take The Lead, about the Power Up Conference’s action-first design—VIP arts kickoff, honors for trailblazers and allies, Connection & Commitment Corners, a new women’s health/wellness “She-Posium”—and how to get involved for 2025. Big thanks to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 20259 min

Regenerative Medicine, Real Results: Drs. Choxi & Mait on Building STEMS Health

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Ankeet Choxi, MD and Jarred Mait, MD, Co-Founders & Lead Physicians at STEMS Health Regenerative Medicine (Miami Beach). They share their journey from residency to launching a concierge practice offering PRP, stem cells, exosomes, peptides, and functional medicine—plus how diagnostics (total-body MRI, advanced labs) shape bespoke care and how Florida’s new stem cell law expands access. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 202527 min

Rebuilding Infant Nutrition: ByHeart’s Ron Belldegrun on Science, Quality & Trust

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Ron Belldegrun, CEO & Co-Founder of ByHeart. Ron shares how ByHeart built its own U.S. supply chain, ran a landmark clinical trial, and created a cleaner, breast-milk-inspired formula (alpha-lactalbumin + lactoferrin, organic grass-fed whole milk; no corn syrup, maltodextrin, soy, or palm). He discusses advancing standards with federal partners and his mission to rebuild trust in infant nutrition. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 202515 min

Tammy Bosse on Building a Sustainable Future Through Real Estate and Clean Energy

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres reconnects with Tammy Bosse, Founder of Boss Properties & Boss Good Energy, at the Power Up Conference in Washington, D.C. Tammy shares how she is integrating sustainability into real estate and clean energy, helping clients and businesses see that eco-conscious decisions are not just good for the planet—they’re smart for the economy too. Big thanks to ⁠⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 20259 min

How Rosser Goodman is Revolutionizing Film Financing with Philanthropy

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Rosser Goodman, Founder & CEO of TANŌ RISING FILM, live from the Power Up Conference in Washington, D.C. Rosser shares her groundbreaking approach to film financing—connecting donors with cause-driven projects to give voice to underrepresented filmmakers and stories. Big thanks to ⁠⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 20257 min

Making Quant Investing Accessible with Petra Bakosova of Hull Tactical

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres speaks with Petra Bakosova, CEO of Hull Tactical, about her journey from futures trading to leading the firm’s quantitative ETF strategies. Petra explains how the HTUS ETF leverages data-driven models to adjust S&P 500 exposure, why Hull prioritizes transparency, and the mission to democratize institutional-quality investing for everyday investors. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 202512 min

How to Build a Divorce-Resilient Workplace with Katherine Miller

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres talks with Katherine Miller, Founder of Miller Law Group, about creating divorce-resilient workplaces, why negotiated settlements beat litigation, and practical ways leaders can support employees. Katherine also shares insights from her long-running podcast, Divorce Dialogues. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 202514 min

Powering Up Gender Equity: Dr. Nancy O’Reilly on Building Impact Coalitions

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Dr. Nancy O’Reilly—Founder, Women Connect4Good—about coalition-building with partners like Take The Lead, launching Connect for Impact for young women, why storytelling and content amplify movements, and the ongoing push for gender equity and the ERA. Big thanks to ⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 16, 20251 min

On Her Game: Christine Brennan on Caitlin Clark and the Women’s Sports Revolution

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Christine Brennan—Author of On Her Game and journalist at USA Today, CNN, and ABC—about Caitlin Clark’s meteoric impact on women’s basketball. Christine explains how Clark’s style drives ratings, revenue, and league growth, and why documenting this moment with rigorous, independent reporting matters. Big thanks to ⁠⁠Take The Lead Women⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 16, 202516 min

From Design to Pasture: Building a Sustainable Alpaca Brand with Purpose

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Yussy McManus, Co-Founder of Black Barn Alpacas, about launching a sustainable alpaca farm, why alpaca fiber is hypoallergenic and biodegradable, and how agritourism and education are powering the brand’s mission. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 16, 202513 min

Building Bridges Through Ideas: Adalberto Palma on Milken Institute Mexico

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Adalberto Palma, Senior Fellow at Milken Institute Mexico, about the power of connection, economic mobility, and how convening leaders at the Milken Institute creates opportunities for lasting impact across finance, philanthropy, health, and sustainability. This interview is part of our Milken Coverage Series. Big thank you to Milken Institute! Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 16, 202513 min

Zakiya Thomas: Claiming the 28th Amendment for Equality

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Zakiya Thomas, President & CEO of the ERA Coalition, representing 300 partner organizations and 80 million people nationwide. Zakiya shares updates on the Equal Rights Amendment, the new “Claim the 28th” campaign, and how communities can take action to ensure constitutional gender equality is recognized and enforced. Big thanks to ⁠Take The Lead Women⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 20256 min

Art That Moves People to Act: Maggie O’Neill on Designing Change

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres talks with Maggie O’Neill, Founder/Artist/Activist of Vote For Your Daughter and Our Daughter’s Future Fund, about transforming art and design into advocacy—building public installations that elevate women’s and girls’ rights and inspire civic action. Big thanks to ⁠Take The Lead Women⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 202515 min

Storytelling That Moves People to Act: Michelle Genece-Patterson on Purposeful Media

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Michelle Genece-Patterson, Co-Founder & Senior Consultant of MindFire Productions, on transforming real stories into impact—covering authenticity, letting subjects lead their narrative, and crafting sensory details that keep audiences engaged and mobilized. This episode is sponsored by ⁠Take The Lead Women. ⁠Register ⁠here⁠ to join the Take The Lead Women Conference. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 15, 202512 min

Stop Letting Your PC Cost You Trades: Eddie Z on the Tech Every Trader Needs

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Eddie Z, Founder & CEO, EZ Trading Computers, about the “truth” behind trading tech—how lag, weak CPUs/GPUs, and Wi-Fi bottlenecks quietly erode performance, and what setup keeps execution fast and your head clear. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 202522 min

Competency, Confidence & Courage: Dean Mary Ann Scully’s Playbook for Women Leaders

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Mary Ann Scully, Dean of Sellinger School of Business & Management at Loyola University Maryland. Mary Ann reveals how to combine competency, confidence, and courage; why women should claim their voice in finance and wealth; and how her mission is preparing students to lead with impact. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 202516 min

AI as Your Co-Pilot: Tahera Zamanzada’s Roadmap for Business Leaders

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Tahera Zamanzada, SVP of Strategic Growth & Go To Market at Rhino AI. Tahera shares her 30-day roadmap for building AI literacy, clears up misconceptions around fear and replacement, and explains how she’s helping leaders use AI as a co-pilot to accelerate transformation and unlock growth. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 202512 min

Leading With Presence: KPMG’s Christine Aspell on Building Careers That Last

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Christine Aspell, Partner & Office Managing Partner, KPMG. Christine shares how sponsorship, relationships, and women’s networks shaped her 35-year journey, why visibility matters as much as expertise, and what leaders must do next in a changing workplace. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 202515 min