Akis Tsirigakis has served as Chairman of the Board of Directors, President and co-CEO of Growth Capital Acquisition Corp since December 2019 and is currently CEO of Nautilus Energy Management Corp. and the SevenSeas Investment Fund (Luxembourg).  He received his Master’s Degree (1979) and B.Sc. in Naval Architecture from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is a leading science museum dedicated to sharing the power of science, sparking wonder and investigation, and fueling innovation for the future.  I speak with Frank Steslow, CEO, about the impact that the museum has had, and the exciting possibilities of a future of a Blockchain/Crypto/NFT Exhibit.   As President of the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, Frank Steslow has over 30 years of experience as a scientist and executive manager in science-based, non-profit organizations, including eight years as the museum’s chief operating officer.  As COO, Steslow was responsible for the overall operations for the museum in the areas of finance, communications, marketing, exhibits, environmental conservation, public programming, and visitor services.  Before joining Frost Science, Steslow was the CEO of the Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania, he served in several executive leadership positions at the Florida Aquarium and the New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences, where for five years he was the Academy’s COO.   Before his career in public aquaria, Steslow worked as an environmental scientist for the State of Florida and as a biological scientist for The National Marine Fisheries Service in the Bering Sea.  Steslow received a Master of Science degree in environmental health and science from the University of South Florida and also holds a Bachelor of Science in microbiology from Pennsylvania State University.   Sergio Tigera is a dynamic leader, Speaker and Executive Coach with over twenty years of domestic and international business leadership experience. He is currently CEO of Progress Partners Consulting, a firm specializing in optimizing individual and team performance. He is also the founder of the Peak Performance Method™ training and is Host of the Gamechangers LIVE® Podcast!   Email: [email protected]  Phone: 786-457-0113    www.linktr.ee/coachsergio | www.sergiotigera.com | www.gamechangerslive.co | www.thepeakperformancemethod.com www.linkedin.com/in/sergiotigera

Nikki Sapp Spoelstra is an entrepreneur, a philanthropist, a mother of two boys, a wife, a dog-mom, and a former Teacher of the Year. Nikki established The Know Podcast in 2021 to highlight stories of tenacious women. She is passionate about the arts, giving back to the community, and physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Nikki and her family live in Coral Gables, Florida.

In this episode we talk about the future of Psilocybin in therapeutics and how Mydecine is developing innovative first- and second-generation novel therapeutics for the treatment of mental health and addiction through world-class technology and drug development infrastructure.  Mr. Bartch's entrepreneurial career took off in 2009 when he co-founded AudioTranscriptionist.com and founded the Denver-based dispensary, Doctors Orders. Following these ventures, Mr. Bartch founded a boutique investment firm that operated throughout the U.S. and Canadian markets. In 2014, Bartch co-founded Cannabase.io, the U.S.'s most significant legal and sophisticated cannabis wholesale platform. Mr. Bartch took successful exits from AudioTranscriptionist.com, Doctor’s Orders, and Cannabase.io.

Shone Anstey brings 20 years of experience in building complex technologies and software primarily within search, analytics and data center operations. He has been engaged with cryptocurrency since 2012, has acted as technology lead for an industrial Bitcoin mining and Bitcoin mining pool. In addition, Mr. Anstey is a Certified Bitcoin Professional as well as a Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator. Shone is also a Director and Co-Founder of BIGG Digital Assets (CSE: BIGG | OTCQX: BBKCF), responsible for bringing the team together in 2015 and originating the company’s core analytics products QLUE, BitRank. These tools are used to mitigate the AML risk associated with cryptocurrency and are currently utilized by US Federal law enforcement in Washington DC, along with cryptocurrency companies globally. During his time leading the company, Mr. Anstey oversaw its go-public transaction in late 2017, capital raises of an aggregate $23.2 million, and the ~$3 million strategic acquisition of Netcoins in August 2019. Recently, BIGG hit unicorn status with a $1 billion market cap. Now he is CEO of LIQUID FIN TECH CORP  

Matt Stang was an Owner and Operator of High Times for 17 years prior to its sale to a private equity fund, and during that time he helped legalize Cannabis in multiple states, launched the Cannabis Cup in America, and helped build the legal cannabis industry. For almost 20 years he has met and interacted with all corners within the cannabis community. As one of the most connected people in the Alternative Drug space he helped found Delic 3 years ago as the first psychedelic corporation. He oversees the largest and most accessible chain of psychedelic wellness clinics in the country and a scalable ecosystem to increase revenue, margins and patient base. 

Tamara is an entrepreneur, health and wellness ambassador, speaker, and author.  As an entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in accounting and finance, Tamara has worked in the public and private sectors and her clients range in various industries from technology to media.  She is an author of two children's books —  Hair to the Queen!  And  Teo the Great  — which open the door for families to discuss difficult subjects, Tamara also shares her experiences and knowledge in her monthly blog, A Cup of T , offering quick tips for self-care and self-fulfillment, especially for on-the-go women. Serving as a board member on several local organizations, strengthening South Florida's Haitian community, helping breast cancer research, and creating diverse and inclusive initiatives in schools. Tamara is also a founding member of A Day with Santa, a not-for-profit organization that raises funds and distributes toys to over 5,000 underprivileged Haitian children annually. Moreover, Tamara is an impact speaker and continues to work closely with Baptist Health of South Florida and Miami Cancer Institute as an ambassador raising awareness, and bridging the gap, when it comes to cultural disparities and the misinformation surrounding cancer care.

In 2009, Daniel Bouza was unhappily working in a construction and engineering firm when he decided to make a change and pursue his passion. He left his hometown of Miami to attend the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City with an eye toward employment at the famed Gotham Bar & Grille. Bouza got his wish and was soon working as a line cook at the famous New York spot but not before spending his first three months at the restaurant shelling chickpeas for no pay. Bouza then moved on to BLT Bar & Grill in the Financial District. It was there that he met Chef Rodelio Aglibot, A.K.A. The Food Buddha. Bouza began working as a consultant with the acclaimed toque and opened multiple restaurants around the world. Missing the kitchen, Bouza took the Head Chef job at The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch in Beaver Creek, Colorado. After a year working on the slopes of Beaver Creek Mountain, Bouza took a trip to Hawaii and was lured to stay by the beauty and magic of the island of Lana’i. During his tenure as Sous Chef at Nobu Lana’i, Bouza found a passion for Hawaiian-styled and Asian inspired foods such as the poke bowl and bao buns. Bouza found his way back to Miami and after some time working under Makoto Okuwa at the Chef’s upscale, Japanese namesake eatery in Bal Harbour, decided to concentrate on his dream project, PokéBao. Inspired by a tiny surf shack in Lana’i that served poké to guests lining around the block, PokéBao was born when Bouza had the idea to combine two delicious appetizers – poke bowls and bao buns – and serve them in a chef-driven, fast casual environment.  Unfortunately, in March 2020, Chef Daniel Bouza decided to step down as Chef/Owner of PokéBao due to the Coronavirus Pandemic but he didn’t stop there. After many years working alongside with renowned chefs around the world and with the experienced he gained, he wanted to keep showcasing his talents without any limitations to the menu. He has continued to bring his flavor and talent into the private catering market creating menus specifically catered to private client’s palate. He now offers private caterings at clients’ home ranging from hand-made pasta to artfully designed traditional Japanese Omakase plates.