Welcome back to another episode of "The Future Is Borderless." Today, we're excited to bring you a raw and insightful conversation with Marc Gutman, the brilliant mind behind Wild Story. Join hosts David and David Nilssen as they delve into Marc's fascinating journey from his roots in metro Detroit to Hollywood's bright lights, and eventually, to the tech-savvy streets of Boulder, Colorado.

Marc shares his unique experiences transitioning from a film novice in Los Angeles, where he landed jobs at Oliver Stone's Illusion and Warner Brothers, to creating his own successful businesses. He offers an inside look at the challenges and rewards of balancing brand identity amid a constantly evolving world.

Marc highlights the complexities of branding, stressing the need for market differentiation, customer identification, and authenticity. In this episode, you'll hear Marc's take on the impact of AI on creativity, the resurgence of traditional marketing in response to digital fatigue, and the value of a simple, customer-centric messaging strategy.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur at the start of your journey or looking to refresh your brand, Marc’s insights on storytelling and strategic simplicity are invaluable. Tune in as we explore how to navigate the noisy, content-heavy market and ensure your brand not only survives but thrives.

Don't miss this riveting discussion packed with practical advice, industry anecdotes, and thoughtful reflections on the future of branding.

In today's episode, we are thrilled to welcome a true expert in business and technology, Kevin Bonfield. With over two decades of experience that includes stints at Bain Capital, founding Concentre, and advising giants like Southwest Airlines and Tesla, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion.

We'll delve into Kevin's work with Concentre, his consulting firm that transforms private equity-backed companies by streamlining operations and integrating cutting-edge technology, often preparing them for sale.

We'll uncover his proven strategies for overcoming business challenges, particularly in companies that grow through acquisitions, and his hands-on role in driving organizational change. We'll also touch upon his successful initiatives, like developing a workforce management tool that significantly boosted a tolling company's EBITDA, and his unique "scale to execution" framework that ensures clarity, efficiency, and alignment for scalable business functions.

Additionally, Kevin will share his insights on the evolving use of AI and data in enhancing customer experiences, the shift towards global talent strategies, and his personal adventures in managing offshore operations, including challenging projects in places like Wuhan, China.

Stick around to hear Kevin's passion for organizational change and his journey with Concentre, pivoting from technology consulting to focusing on the private equity world. For more information on Concentre, visit consenter.net, and don’t forget to subscribe for more insights from top entrepreneurs and thought leaders. Let's dive in!

Cahill shares his journey from working as a CMO in the blockchain space to founding his own marketing agency and ultimately creating innovative software solutions to tackle inefficiencies in media exposure. We'll dive deep into how his tools are reshaping the landscape of PR and media engagement, especially for small to medium-sized businesses.

We'll discuss the common misconceptions about media exposure, the significance of consistent media presence, and how automation is changing the game. Plus, Cahill offers invaluable advice for business owners on how to effectively pitch to media professionals and build a robust PR strategy using modern technology.

Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to boost your brand exposure or just curious about the evolving world of media engagement, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. So, sit back, relax, and let's get started!