Business/Entrepreneurship

McPeek is a distinguished American Thoroughbred racehorse trainer & bloodstock agent. In 2024, he had the KY. Oaks' Winner AND the 150th KY. Derby winner-MYSTIK DAN

Kenny McPeek

150th Kentucky Derby Winning Trainer🌹🏇

Interviewed: 04-26-2025

Steve Asmussen

Interviewed: 04-26-2025

Soozie is an American filmmaker/producer, & has been involved in various documentary & narrative filmmaking projects, having produced & directed Overload: America's Toxic Love Story, By the Wayside & Meant to Be.

A nationally acclaimed garden designer, landscape artist/lifestyle expert who has earned a distinguished reputation for his innovative & timeless outdoor designs.

Jon Carloftis

Renowned Garden Designer & Lifestyle Expert

Interviewed: 12-13-2024

Morris & team led a $2 billion IPO of Rubicon to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), with it named “1 of the World’s Most Innovative Cos.” by Fast Co, an “Industry Disruptor” by Inc. Mag, & a Great Place to Work™ for 5 consecutive years! Rubicon is ONLY 1 of 9 KY. cos. to EVER go public in the 230+ year New York Stock Exchange history!

As founder/CEO of Wicked Sheets, she leads a company that specializes in innovative moisture-wicking/cooling bedding products, designed to alleviate night sweats & enhance sleep quality, are a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit offering a unique solution to a more common issue than many realize, sparking intrigue & interest.

Alli Truttmann

Founder/CEO-Wicked Technologies

Interviewed: 05-17-2024

Born 1987 as Rebecca Mary Quin, in Limerick, Ireland, Her entry to pro wrestling was in the early 2000s. In 2013, she signed with (WWE) & rebranded as Becky Lynch, in 2018 she experienced a career metamorphosis that would cement her legacy, as she began referring to herself as “The Man". The rest is history!

Becky Lynch

🏇🌹📺Irish-American Professional Wrestler🌹📺🏇

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Larry is an American photographer and public figure who gained intl. attention for his relationship to late model & actress Anna Nicole Smith & for being the biological father of their daughter, Dannielynn.

Larry Birkhead

🏇🌹📺Freelance Celebrity Photographer, Real Estate Investor & TV Personality🌹📺🏇

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Sergio is an esteemed American fashion designer renowned for sophisticated & empowering women's ready-to-wear collections. Born/raised in Ridgeway, So. Carolina, His passion for fashion ignited at age 4. He pursued a formal education in fashion at Bauder College.

Sergio Hudson

🏇🌹American Fashion Designer🌹🏇

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Steve is a prominent American entrepreneur & art collector, best known as co-founder of 21c Museum Hotels-a unique boutique hotel chain that seamlessly integrates contemporary art into their design & visitor experience.

Born in Chester, England, Gemma is a British reality TV Personality, Model, and Accomplished Equestrian. She is the daughter of former England footballer Michael Owen & Louise Bonsall.

Gemma Rose Owen

🏇🌹British Reality TV Personality, ModelAccomplished Equestrian🌹🏇

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Nick is widely recognized by his moniker "Fat Perez" as an American golf personality & social media influencer due to his engaging presence on YouTube's "Bob Does Sports."

Nick-(Fat Perez)-Stubbe

Golfer/YouTube Influencer

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Dan Oliver founded Dan-O's Seasoning, a famous seasoning brand known for its unique blend of herbs and spices.

Dan Oliver

🏇🌹Founder-DAN-O'S SEASONING🌹🏇

Interviewed: 05-04-2024

Lukas has trained 20+ champions with over 4,800 career wins, making him 1 of THE most successful & influential horse trainers in American Thoroughbred racing history!

D. Wayne Lukas-(1935-2025)

🏇🌹Famed American Thoroughbred Horse Trainer🏇🌹

Interviewed: 04-27-2024

When a family friend asked her to write blog posts for his law firm, she realized she could make $$$ doing what she loves, & today, Alison is still writing blog posts, website landing pages & emails.

Alison Ver Halen

Content marketer, SEO strategist, Author & Professional Speaker

Interviewed: 01-17-2024

He has been at the helm of Leading for Diageo Investments within the Black community to achieve the goal of generating $2.4 billion in economic value!

Malcolm Ellis

Head of Diverse Investments-DIAGEO

Interviewed: 05-06-2023

American businessman & philanthropist, best known as owner of Gallery Furniture-a retail furniture chain based in Houston, TX. He has garnered fame for his entrepreneurial acumen & community service efforts!

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale

American Businessman & Philanthropist

Interviewed: 05-06-2023

Robert is a Canadian-born American board game inventor who created the popular word-guessing game Pictionary in 1985. Since selling Pictionary, he has invented other board games & products.

A visionary behind impeccable service, legendary steaks, & a passion for showmanship! Yet, from a humble beginning at 15, he took control of his life by leaving a fatherless & problematic home, & with mentorship of a high school coach, Ruby mainly raised himself & forged his destiny!

Jeff Ruby

Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment

Interviewed: 05-06-2023

Mrs. Eden Bridgeman Sklenar is owner, Chairwoman, & CEO of EBONY & JET & Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Manna Inc

Eden Bridgeman

Owner/CEO-Ebony Media

Interviewed: 05-06-2023

She became a Champ on Hollywood’s 1st “Reality” TV show—American Gladiators! PLUS, her extraordinary passion for Wizard of Oz memorabilia, now boasts over 3,500 Oz items in her collection—perhaps the world’s most significant, & was a premiere exhibit at Judy Garland's Museum for 5 years!

Cheryl Ann Silich

Former American Gladiator Champion

Interviewed: 03-31-2023

As Mayor of the City of Jeffersontown, KY. Bill has overseen a police department, public works, an economic development authority, parks & recreation, & all other city services.

Craig is a proud Louisvillian, husband, father, entrepreneur, & community leader who believes in thinking big, working hard, and making things happen.

Craig Greenberg

Louisville Metro Mayor-(2023-???)

Interviewed: 08-22-2022

Gant founded Gant Hill & Associates in 2002, which specializes in enhancing the best interests & outcomes of its clients that own, invest, lease &/or operate real estate.

A 1st-generation Sri Lankan-American & Owner at Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites™ with Sam's spin on Southern classics & riffs on her mother's time-tested recipes. Tuk Tuk is 1 of the few Sri Lankan cuisine options in the U.S. & reflects Sam’s Sri Lankan upbringing in the American South.

Sam Fore

1st-Generation Sri Lankan-American-Restauranteur

Interviewed: 08-28-2021

Being Master Distiller is something Brent Elliott says is hard to call a job because, to him, “it’s a privilege and a passion to be a part of Four Roses.”

Brent Elliott

Master Distiller at Four Roses Distillery

Interviewed: 08-28-2021

She qualified for Team USA taking her to Croatia, Prague, & Switzerland. After graduating, Leah became a professional figure skater with Holiday on Ice touring in Europe. She then became a Certified Personal Trainer back in the USA & started her own online fitness business.

Leah Travisano

Professional Figure Skater, Personal Trainer, Online Health Coach & Make-Up Artist

Interviewed: 07-30-2021

Ankur Gopal’s desire to make an impact has fueled his success building a technology application company.

Gill Holland’s curiosity has led to careers as an independent film producer, building developer, and former lawyer.

Craig Greenberg has a passion to make Louisville a better community.

Craig Greenberg

Louisville Metro Mayor (2023-???)

Interviewed: 03-30-2006

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