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True Entrepreneurship: Scaling a Business for Meaningful Impact with Kristen Shroyer (Ep. 76)

True Entrepreneurship: Scaling a Business for Meaningful Impact with Kristen Shroyer (Ep. 76)

Many believe that quality wine and philanthropy are paths that rarely cross.

ONEHOPE Wine challenges this misconception head-on, proving that every sip can indeed contribute to a greater cause. 

This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh is joined by Kristen Shroyer, Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer at ONEHOPE Wine. Together they uncork the journey of turning a passion for wine into a powerful force for global change. 

Tune in and explore Kristen’s entrepreneurial adventure in the wine industry, the challenges and breakthroughs of scaling a business, and how each bottle of wine sold contributes to meaningful causes worldwide.

Talking points include: 

  • The origins and mission of ONEHOPE Wine
  • Overcoming industry challenges and the transition to an independent RIA space
  • The importance of aligning business with philanthropy
  • Insights into entrepreneurship and growing a purpose-driven brand
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Kristen Shroyer is a highly accomplished and committed executive with over 16 years of extensive experience in the wine industry. As the Co-Founder of ONEHOPE Wine, Kristen has a proven track record in building and nurturing partnerships, empowering women through wine, leading marketing initiatives, and driving sales strategies. She is passionate about combining business growth with positive social impact, with over $10 million donated to over 40,000 nonprofits to date. 

Kristen is skilled in leading diverse teams and managing national accounts. Dedicated to giving back to the community, she serves in various volunteer roles and has been recognized with numerous honors and awards for her contributions to the industry and community.

Dream Big: Transforming Vision into Market Leading Products with Victor Mason (Ep. 75)

Dream Big: Transforming Vision into Market Leading Products with Victor Mason (Ep. 75)

Have you ever wondered how one dream can transform into a revolutionary product, changing industries from sports to law enforcement? 

This week on SMART MONEY. SIMPLIFIED, Brent Mekosh is joined by visionary inventor and entrepreneur Victor Mason, the CEO of PowerZone. 

Their discussion unfurls around Victor’s journey from conceiving an idea inspired by a dream to bringing complex and innovative products to the market. 

Tune in as they also reflect on the intersections of invention, entrepreneurship, and the broader financial landscape that supports or inhibits breakthroughs!

Episode talking points include:

  • Victor’s transition from sound-based mini basketball backboards to wearable tech for sports injuries
  • How has PowerZone’s tech evolved and what are its applications
  • Insights into entrepreneurship and product development
  • What’s the philosophical view on fostering and financing industry-redefining inventions
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Victor Mason is a creative entrepreneur who recognizes opportunities and develops successful businesses and products that bring enjoyment to life whether toys for kids or high-end luxury vehicles for adults. Victor is experienced in creating, engineering, and manufacturing original products and in developing sales in the domestic and international markets. He’s a well-established connector of people who brings value to others through his personal motivation and energy as well as by facilitating relationships among like-minded professionals.