Category: Business

The most constant thing in life is change, and often, even the most seemingly perfect things need some improvement. Keith J. Cronin has been all about improving things, people, and businesses for the better part of his life, and he co-founded Syntacz to focus on small businesses looking to dominate their niches.

For Keith J. Cronin, garnering experience in multiple industries has been his main focus, and his trajectory has gone that way because of his desire to have an impact in the world. He started out as a trained physical therapist (up to doctorate level) before delving into other areas like public speaking, educating on rehab techniques globally, shipping and distribution, marketing for small businesses, and consulting for high-level and enterprise companies.

Keith’s experience over the years has made him traverse multiple industries, making impact and shaping the world. He co-founded Syntacz, a data services and consulting business dedicated to helping all businesses grow. The company has reinvented itself many times without deviating from its real mission of helping small businesses implement the best marketing strategies and scale to profitability. Syntacz has played a huge role in the business world in the past year by helping small businesses reach their target customers and convert them into new opportunities.

Syntacz works with entrepreneurs, small businesses, and agencies looking to solve challenges related to data collection, lead generation, marketing, and sales. Keith J. Cronin‘s leadership has steered the company in the direction of problem-solving, and many businesses have benefited from the solutions the company offers.

“We are problem solvers. Where other businesses may have a service or solution that could help, they commonly fall short of providing end-to-end education on how to maximize the benefits. Syntacz products and services focus on the clients’ needs, and in the long run, set them up for success years down the road,” Keith explained.

With the business world advancing and growing, entrepreneurs and companies are looking for ways to optimize their operations using enterprise solutions to keep up with their respective industry demands. Sadly, many small businesses are unable to acquire those solutions. This has become Syntacz’s entry point, as the company provides solutions that are more mobile, scalable, and capable of helping businesses access new opportunities to grow revenue and customers.The next few years will see Syntacz help thousands of businesses grow and scale, while Keith hopes to keep doing his part to get entrepreneurs to the next level they desire. He has also recently invested in the data startup, Get Direct Data. When he’s not working, he’s spending time at his home in the mountains of Colorado with his wife and daughters. He’s an avid hiker who loves the outdoors.

When it comes to health and nutrients, people often seek the best regiments that suit their needs, delving into a broad search and picking out supplements. However, while people generally have a one-size-fits-all mindset regarding health, others believe that people should get the specific supplements they need. Gianni Lotfi and Adam Pivko are two individuals who sought a solution and, in turn, created Autumn DNA.

Autumn DNA is a groundbreaking company in science that focuses on Nutrigenomics. It is renowned as one of the most innovative companies nationwide, utilizing science and DNA to figure out what people need rather than using the typical trial and error method. Autumn DNA decodes a person’s DNA through an actual at-home sample and then sends them monthly supplements and nutrients that best suit what their DNA and body need to stay healthy.

The company believes that the sooner people understand and assess their health (genetics and choices), the more likely they are to make better choices, whether it’s with them or another company. “One size does not fit all,” said the founders. “The technology is available now to get it right for your own unique needs on the first try.”

Autumn DNA leverages DNA insight and a thorough lifestyle assessment for its analysis. Despite being a health and wellness business with incredibly high integrity, people often assume they are a data company.

“We are unique because we refuse to sell people vitamins and supplements they don’t actually need,” the founders revealed. “One cannot just ‘go shopping’ with us. We seek to eliminate the trial-and-error process of supplementation by just getting it right on the first try.”

The Autumn DNA process has three steps. First, the user completes a DNA assessment via a confidential at-home DNA collection kit or uploads raw DNA information from platforms like 23andMe or AncestryDNA. The company then completes its online lifestyle assessment directly in its Autumn DNA customer portal. Finally, they combine the results to produce a report available in the customer portal and ship the first month’s personalized supply.

Like most companies today, Autumn DNA is powered by technology, enabling users to understand their recommendations and deliver unique precisions for each person. Everything the company built is completely proprietary with no precedent to replicate or iterate from, so all the research, documentation, scoring, and outcomes were developed in-house with the assistance of their incredible scientific board. Autumn DNA also has its own DNA genotyping chipset at its world-class lab partner, which was specifically designed to look at the relevant genes and SNPs the team needs to perform their analysis.

“We built this at first, for ourselves out of complete frustration with the vitamin and supplement industry, in particular, multivitamin claims/formulations, and because of our negative history with recommendations from financially incentivized practitioners,” revealed Gianni Lotfi and Adam Pivko. “The trigger moment for us was when we provided this service to friends and family, and one said, ‘I realize now, I knew what healthy even felt like.’ If that doesn’t motivate you to help more people, not sure what will.”

The founders are very particular about their health and what they eat. Adam Pivko spent a significant portion of his career prior to Autumn DNA traveling to and working for a company based in San Francisco. He has a caffeine sensitivity but still can’t resist the amazing Philz Coffee, and he also spoke very fondly about A16 restaurant and an incredible vegan sushi restaurant called Shizen (and he’s not even vegan). “We definitely have a growing customer base in the San Francisco area, and also utilize a powerful CRM and business automation tool to help run our business, which is headquartered there,” Adam shared.

Since its development, Autumn DNA has ushered in a new age for personalized health and wellness strategies. Founders Gianni and Adam believe that copycats will soon arrive with the space heating up. However, as the company had a good head start, they are confident that Autumn DNA will not only help people but become the market leader.

While the entrepreneurial realm has grown more accessible in recent years due to the advent of digital technology, rising through the ranks and securing a coveted position at the forefront of one’s target market remains a challenging feat. In carving a path to the top, aspirants must not only compete with new entrants but also deal with established powerhouses. Highly cognizant of what spells the difference between success and failure in today’s competitive industries, Dillon Kivo has lent a hand to countless go-getters over the years, helping them expand their reach and increase visibility. Fueled by the overarching goal to elevate budding power players to great heights, he’s released The Authority Playbook, a Barnes and Noble best-selling book on finding success in the digital world. 

The founder of leading PR agency Authority Titans, Dillon Kivo is an American entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, and PR expert credited for pushing a long list of artists, entrepreneurs, and brands toward the limelight. With his in-depth understanding of digital marketing and brand management and know-how in creating media outreach programs and developing media strategies, this widely trusted guru has emerged as the go-to strategist for numerous companies and high-profile figures. 

In leading his brainchild, Authority Titans, to prominence, Dillon Kivo became intimately privy to the nitty-gritty of the digital world and how people can leverage media to become an authority in their niche. His personal experience harnessing the power of online-based platforms and professional knowledge of starting and scaling a venture now stands at the core of The Authority Playbook: How to Become the #1 Authority in Your Niche. 

Published in March 2022, The Authority Playbook explores the common hindrances to success in the current economic landscape and the hiccups that any entrepreneur may experience in their bid to translate their visions into reality. More impressively, it details a mold-breaking yet straightforward blueprint for everyone who does not want to be remembered as an “Average Joe” and was written to maneuver self-starters and highly driven personalities in the direction of wealth, influence, and freedom. 

Shortly after its release, The Authority Playbook landed on Barnes and Noble’s best-selling list, an accomplishment that speaks of the book’s insight-rich content and the value it brings to the table. This entertaining read, which breaks down technical concepts into digestible elements that readers can quickly grasp, helps people navigate the complex waters of the business world and guides them through the process of becoming an industry authority. 

Dillon Kivo, who is also the mind behind the digital media platform Kivo Daily, has managed to cement his standing as a success enabler even further with the gaining renown of The Authority Playbook. Through this book, he hopes to share the spotlight with those who are ready to stand at the top. 

Learn more about Dillon Kivo’s new book, The Authority Playbook, by visiting Barnes and Noble. 

HONESTGANG is a luxury streetwear brand based in Canada, owned and operated by serial entrepreneur Jay Honest (Jordan Poirier Whelan) & his wife Alaska Grey. This high-end brand has recently gained major attention from reviewers and customers alike who simply live by the quality standard that HONESTGANG stands by! They offer sizes XXS to 7XL with no up-charge in the price for bigger sizes. This is what Jay Honest, the owner of the luxurious company, calls ”no size discrimination shopping”, and it is a rule of thumb alongside express shipping and worldwide availability, something we don’t see often in the fashion industry!

The clothing company aims to be the next leader in Canadian luxury fashion, giving its customers a chance to become influencers, models or be promoted for free! The luxury company started in 2019 as a record label. In 2021, it evolved into the empire it is today. Honestgang handles public relations, promotion, fashion and many more sectors within the industry thus making them not only a great choice but a valuable company for worthy investors seeking to be a part of something bigger!

Alongside the Luxury collection on May 13, 2022, the Status and Gold Status collections are dropping to celebrate the release of Cash Guns 2 by CEO Jay Honest and R&B heavy hitter Choyce Cincere. These collections are catered to influencers, models, photographers, rappers & anyone seeking to reach their goals in style. Made with only the best materials, picked and tested one by one by Jay and the team at HONESTGANG to assure the highest possible quality for their customers.

“We cater to a more expensive crowd. A crowd of those who truly do not mind paying more to be in high-quality clothing. I don’t mind paying 150$ for a sweater from a brand I love, but when I receive it and put it on, I am not content with how it feels, that is when I decided to make a change”, says the luxury company owner.

(Exclusive Preview Of The LUXURY Collection)

After years of shopping and not being happy with the quality these brands put out, Jay Honest made it his mission to jump into fashion. Alongside published model and wife Alaska Grey, Jay felt it was very fitting to pursue this endeavor.  “We want to make sure that we are reliable no matter where we are. We have nine factories in six major countries, making our delivery service much more reliable than most. From Canada Post express to USPS express and Latvia express, we only use express services to guarantee quick arrival and happy customers”, says Jay Honest. 

The successful luxury company owner got his motivation to start this company from realizing that people are willing to buy expensive clothes because of brands. He wants to offer an excellent brand with excellent quality.  “After buying $800 worth of BAPE clothing and $1400 on a Louis Vuitton jacket, you realize that you are paying more for the brand and not the quality. Why not offer people both? If you are paying a premium quality, why not do that for your customers?” the brilliant company owner says. Years from now, Jay Honest envisions HONESTGANG having models from around the world, influencers and artists of all genders, united to bring HONESTGANG to the forefront of fashion. 

“Something I have dreamed of since I was a child is partnering or collaborating with bigger brands to bring our customers and our fans even greater things. For example, we would love to partner with a tech wear or jeans brand such as Nevstudio or Dickie’s to offer new kinds of pants. The possibilities are endless at HONESTGANG”, says the company’s owner.

To discover the Canadian fashion brand, be sure to visit www.HONESTGANG.us and follow the company and team @HONESTGANG @iAmJayHonest & @iAmAlaskaGrey. 

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Benaiah Poindexter is a firm believer that one should not settle for less when it comes to their body. Benaiah is the lead technician and owner of Scalp Prodigy. In this establishment, they restore their client’s youth and re-build their confidence through the various processes they offer, including Scalp Micropigmentation, Eyebrow Microblading, and a variety of skin treatments.

Benaiah launched her now-flourishing business after completing her graduate degree in Business Administration from the University of Maryland College. She opened the first branch of her operation in a studio in Las Vegas, Nevada. Soon after, she was able to open a second location in Silver Spring, Maryland, and a third in Los Gatos, California. Benaiah’s love for her craft and the life-changing testimonies from previous clients made her business expansion genuinely possible.

After getting a degree in Business Administration, Benaiah soon acquired her esthetician and tattooing licenses. Now, she and her team have completed over 2,000 treatments collectively. That number is still rising as Scalp Prodigy strives to offer the highest level of assistance to all its present and future clientele.

The brand offers various treatments and procedures that help people with assorted concerns, but they truly shine with their Scalp Micropigmentation procedure. This non-invasive procedure battles hair loss with zero downtime and gives immediate results. This method applies a soft gradient created from layered pointillism that mimics native hair follicles. With this, the brand swears that hair loss worries will be a thing of the past in just four treatment sessions.

Another procedure that it offers is Eyebrow Microblading – a type of permanent tattoo used to enhance the color, shape, and symmetry of one’s natural brow. The approach is straightforward, with two options to choose from: the standard strokes within the hair of the brow or ombre, which gives out a powdery look that gives the brow definition. Both styles will heal the same way, and customarily, both will take at least two sessions for optimal results.

Besides the two mentioned above, Scalp Prodigy also provides several skin treatment procedures that include a technique called Skin Peel. It can be done twice a month and comes with several different options. Scalp Prodigy’s approaches offer a clean, comfortable, and welcoming ambiance as all their patrons are treated with the utmost professionalism, compassion, and confidentiality. Benaiah firmly declares that they will never lose their way by putting profit before quality.

What sets Scalp Prodigy apart from its competitors are their passion and positive energy that they never fail to incorporate in all of their sessions. In years to come, Benaiah hopes to expand her brand and have the opportunity to help more people regain their self-assurance through her passion and letting them know that they don’t have to settle.

Head to their website to find out more about Benaiah and Scalp Prodigy.

When Mark Minard was just seventeen years old, he was arrested and put in jail. Although not proud of that short jail stint, he knows that being in that position made him realize that he could and should do better, so he credits that experience to help shape his life into what it has since become.

Several years after spending time in jail, he came up with the idea to create Dreamshine with his sister, Amy. The two loved the idea of offering programs that would benefit special needs adults, helping them gain valuable life skills while providing these adults with opportunities to socialize and have fun, entertaining experiences. While some thought they were taking a bit of a risk by starting a business during the recession, Mark was confident that Dreamshine would turn into a success, and he was right.

When asked about the business, which has continued growing over the past 15 years, Mark Minard said, “Helping people has always been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. It’s the kind of thing I love to do because I want to help people succeed in life. Knowing that I can assist developmentally disabled adults by providing them with incredible opportunities makes me feel good. It’s even better when you see the smiling faces of your clients and their families because then you know you’re making a difference in so many lives.” 

With a mission to change lives for the better while providing a welcoming and comfortable environment to special needs adults, Mark managed to grow the business, receiving help from his sister. The organization has since added to the long list of services provided, such as healthy living skills, life skills, job training, and more.

“We’ve created a truly client-centered organization while providing custom-tailored services to meet the needs of those who attend our programs each day. People often want to know how we started a business in the recession and had such success with it. We like to let them know that we were able to grow during a difficult economic time because we care about the people we serve and always put them first,” says Mark Minard. “We’ve turned our business into the success that people know it as today through our dedication, passion, and commitment.”

Although handling daily operations for Dreamshine is his top priority, Mark Minard is now offering his valuable business-related advice to thousands of others who could use some helpful tips and suggestions while building their startups. In addition to writing a raw, unfiltered book, 16 Reasons Why Your Business Sucks, he’s also started a podcast, Elevating Beyond, where he looks forward to teaching people how to elevate their lives and improve their situations.

Mark Minard is undoubtedly proof that if you have a passion for doing something, you can turn it into a successful business and career. His quest to help special needs adults has turned into something incredible, with more opportunities for clients to gain dozens of different skills that will make their lives better.

Ludlow, Vermont has always been known as a must-visit whenever travelers are on the East Coast. From a winter wonderland, the town has transformed to an all-year destination, and tourists looking for the perfect place for delicious food, good vibes, and great music flock to the little town whenever they get the chance to do so. Ludlow is also now home to Off the Rails Restaurant, a new bar-restaurant that serves the tastiest pizzas, all-American burgers, and an exciting selection of beers.  

Apart from the delicious food, which includes the American all-time favorite buffalo wings, the beer is overflowing and always cold. The restaurant serves eight draft beers on tap and cans. Co-owners Andrew Molen and Troy Curaso wanted to make sure that their guests and customers have a delightful experience every time they visit Off the Rails Restaurant. To guarantee that their customers always have a fresh beer, Molen and Curaso partnered with a local brewery called Mount Holly.

“We felt that Ludlow was missing a late local hangout. And we thought that by opening this, we would allow the locals and visitors to have a place to come and have fun. We want them to enjoy some good food and a welcoming atmosphere,” Molen shared. 

Apart from the great food and its relaxing atmosphere, Off the Rails Restaurant is also fast becoming a haven for good music that promotes relaxation and more fun. After all, great music always goes with good food. This kind of setting is exactly what Molen and Curaso envisioned when they put their heads together to create something worthwhile for Ludlow, a place that will not only meet the entertainment needs of the locals but also attract tourists at the same time. 

“Our vision behind this venture is to bring some good and fun food so locals can listen to live music. We want them to enjoy good music and relax after a long ski day,” said the brilliant chef. 

Andrew Molen and Troy Curaso are very excited about this bar and restaurant in Ludlow. Andrew has an extensive resume and has worked for some of the high-quality restaurants in New York, including Insieme (Michelangelo Hotel), Chez Josephine, Southgate Restaurant (Jumeirah Essex House), The Plaza Food Hall (The Plaza Hotel), Sunset Beach (AB Hotels), Restaurant Gordon Ramsay (The London Hotel) Topping Rose House (Jean Georges), and Todd English Enterprises. Now, he has brought his experience and expertise to Ludlow and married service, atmosphere, and food to provide an unforgettable dining experience for local, business, and international customers.

Ludlow may only have a population of 2,172 according to the 2021 census, but it is a destination worth the trip for anyone who loves to combine skiing with good food, great music, and cold beers. Thanks to dedicated local entrepreneurs like Molen and Curaso, the home of Okemo Mountain continues to thrive.

Eating healthier is one of the most common New Year’s resolutions. But such resolutions are genuinely easier said than done, especially for people on the go that may value convenience over nutrition on some days, thus violating the promise they’ve made at the beginning of the year.

Seeing how many people struggle to plan, shop, and cook meals amid their busy lifestyles, Jet Fuel Meals stepped in with a solution—delivering healthy meals, juices, and delicious protein bites straight to their clients’ doorsteps, taking away the responsibility of preparing healthy meals off their shoulders. What’s left is more time to focus on other things, like exercise and time with family, without compromising the value of healthy and delicious meals.

Jet Fuel Meals offers customized healthy meal plans that fit each client’s specific diet and lifestyle needs. So whether they are looking to lose weight, gain weight, or do a cleanse by eating healthier, the company ensures that each meal and ingredient serves the exact purpose. Jet Fuel Meals are made from fresh and high-quality ingredients sourced from local purveyors to ensure that each meal is fresh, organic, and natural. 

“Eating Healthy Has Never Been So Easy! Fuel Right, Feel Right!”—this is the motto that keeps Jet Fuel Meals driven to achieve their goal. The company delivers food to clients across South, Central, and West Florida three times every week. On top of natural and quality ingredients, the company ensures that the food arrives in the best state through their insulated cooler bags with ice packs to maintain freshness. Jet Fuel Meals are never frozen. Hence, the food retains its flavors better and only requires the clients to heat them up before serving.

“Say goodbye to your old restricting diets and unhealthy decisions, and let us help you conquer your healthy goals. We are here to ensure that you have a highly nutritious food option that is closely catered to your preferences. We do all the planning, shopping, and cooking so that you don’t have to,” shared Robert Del Castillo, founder and CEO of Jet Fuel Meals.

Asked what motivated him to start Jet Fuel Meals, Robert shared that he had a hard time looking for healthy options that would suit his training and lifestyle as an athlete. The CEO came from a long line of doctors and studied to become a dentist himself. He knows how crucial healthy meals are, especially for people with active lifestyles. He founded Jet Fuel meals to create optimal meal plans and efficient delivery services for people with the same struggles and to aid them in their journey to a healthier life.

Shortly after building Jet Fuel Meals, the CEO met Vojkan Dimitrijevic, his business partner who has made great strides in the meal delivery industry. On a mission to position Jet Fuel Meals as the leading fresh meal delivery company in Florida, Robert and Vojkan partnered to come up with an innovative approach to both health and logistics. Because of the partnership, Jet Fuel Meals is now rated #1 on Google as Florida’s best meal prep service.

At the end of the day, eating healthy should not just be a new year’s resolution but a lifestyle everyone should live by. With Jet Fuel Meals, building such a lifestyle becomes much more tangible. 

The advent of digital has brought about countless net positives to our world and how we do business. E-commerce gave consumers the ease of purchasing products and services and gave salespeople the opportunities to earn more through digital means. Shion Galata is one of those renowned individuals who have managed to conquer the digital arena and come out on top.

Shion Galata is one of the top sales executives in the ecommerce and online automation industry. He has successfully closed over $10 million worth in sales volume in just the last two years, and he isn’t showing any signs of slowing down any time soon.

The esteemed sales individual collaborates with teams and partners who manage over $30M a month in Amazon, Walmart, and Shopify sales. He also works with teams managing over seven figures a month in ad spend on Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and Google. 

However, contrary to popular belief, Shion isn’t just there to sell his clients on anything. His goal has always been to create a transformative and meaningful personal connection with his clients by introducing them to new financial opportunities.

Shion Galata has always been driven by his moral compass and an ethics-based approach to doing business. He has always ensured his clients that they are making the best decisions for themselves so they can elevate their own standard of living. Ultimately, he hopes to take his clients to a whole new world of opportunities that have never opened up to them ever before.

“That ability to be themselves and enjoy being alive is the gift of passive income,” said the unstoppable sales executive. The esteemed sales executive obtained a Neurobiology degree from the University of California Irvine in 2018. He worked for two major pharmaceutical companies, Vanda Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly, as a pharmaceutical sales representative for two years before partnering with multiple digital entrepreneurs who have created numerous 7-8 figure online businesses in 2020. 

As e-commerce saw a massive boom in recent years, Shion positioned himself within the industry by collaborating with teams that have been in the digital e-commerce space for the last eight years. He helps them develop, build, manage, and grow various online business models as a passive income stream. His explosive success has earned him a spotless reputation in the industry, amassing the trust of his clients and prompting them to put large sums of money into Shion’s hands. 

“I want the people to feel like I am someone they can trust and rely on. Someone they can easily come to and have extreme confidence with and work with me. I want people to know that they can trust me with their money,” said Shion Galata. As a top sales executive in the e-commerce industry, Shion’s knowledge, skills, and expertise have led him to achieve well over eight figures in B2B and B2C sales over the years.

“The ultimate destination is to serve humanity and achieve excellence within all people and myself. I want to help connect our communities to various ways of making passive income online as a new financial vehicle to grow their wealth further. Most people want to live a better life, always dream of a better life, but little to none put their words into practice. My goal is to help them make that change. That move you are scared to make, might be the game changer,” shared Shion.