Self Equity
Welcome to Self Equity, the podcast that dives into the inspiring journeys of founders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and entertainers. Throughout each episode, we'll explore the stories of remarkable individuals who have made significant impacts in their respective fields. From the challenges they faced to the triumphs they celebrated, we'll uncover the underlying factors that fueled their success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, looking to sell your business, or simply seeking inspiration, we're here to provide you with valuable insights and content to help you reach your goals. Join us as we delve into the journeys of business owners, athletes, founders, and executives to discover the key areas that led to their success. We'll discuss the pivotal moments, the lessons learned, and the strategies that helped them turn their dreams into reality.
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Episode 26: From Idea to Impact, How Fatty15 Became a Movement with Co-Founder Eric Venn Watson
On Episode 26 of Self Equity, we’re joined by Eric Venn-Watson, a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Seraphina Therapeutics. Alongside his wife, Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, Eric is pioneering a new frontier in health science with the discovery of C15:0 - a fatty acid that’s challenging everything we thought we knew about nutrition and longevity. In this episode, Eric shares his journey from startup grit as part of the military to scientific breakthrough, the story behind Fatty15, and what it means to build a mission-driven company that’s rooted in both love and science. We’ll dive into the challenges of scaling a health brand, the power of partnership, and how Eric defines self equity in the context of purpose, resilience, and impact. Co-hosting today's show is Scott Zelniker, Managing Director at the Zelniker Dorfman Carr & Heritage Group
Episode 25: A Thousand Yards at a Time: How Legendary Running Back Thomas Jones Joined the NFL's 10,000 Yard Club
On Episode 25 of Self Equity, we’re joined by Thomas Jones, former Pro Bowl running back and the heartbeat of the New York Jets offense. After rushing for over 10,000 yards in the NFL, Thomas reinvented himself as an actor, producer, and entrepreneur. We talk about the business side of football, the mindset that fueled his success, and how he’s built equity well beyond the game. Co-hosting today's show is Ryan Lynch, Financial Advisor with the Zelniker Dorfman Carr & Heritage Group.
Episode 24: From Simple to Scalable: The True Classic Story with Co-Founder Ryan Bartlett
On episode 24 of Self Equity, we interview Ryan Bartlett who turned a $3,000 bootstrap into one of the most recognizable men’s apparel brands in the world. Ryan is the co-founder and CEO of True Classic, a company that’s redefined what a great t-shirt should be. We’ll talk about scaling from nothing to a valuation of $850 million, building culture in a high-growth brand, and how he’s turned empathy and authenticity into business strategy.” This episode is hosted by Jolene Tepedino and Scott Zelniker, Managing Director for the Zelniker Dorfman Carr & Heritage Group.
Episode 23: Attitude Over Everything: Lessons in Leadership with Jay Wright
On Episode 23 of Self Equity, we’re joined by one of the greatest minds in college basketball history, Jay Wright. As the longtime head coach of Villanova, Jay built a program defined by culture, discipline, and teamwork - leading the Wildcats to two national championships and four Final Fours. Beyond the wins, he’s known for shaping leaders on and off the court, developing NBA talent, and navigating the changing landscape of college athletics. Today, we’ll dive into his journey, the lessons he’s carried from the court into life after coaching, and his perspective on leadership, NIL, and building lasting equity in every sense of the word. Co-hosting today's show is Ryan Lynch, Financial Advisor with the Zelniker Dorfman Carr & Heritage Group
Episode 22: MoneyShow: Where Investors Come to Learn & Grow with CEO Kim Githler
On Episode 22 of Self Equity we're joined by Kim Githler. Driven by the need to empower individual investors, Kim founded MoneyShow in 1981. Over the past 44 years, she has educated millions of investors, traders, and financial advisors. Kim works tirelessly to raise awareness for financial education and was named one of the 500 most influential people in Florida by Florida Trend magazine and one of the top 100 most influential libertarians by Newsmax. Co-hosting today's show is Scott Zelniker, Managing Director for the Zelniker Dorfman Carr & Heritage Group
