Jonathan (Jon) Bunten is the Co-founder and CEO of RecorGroup, a consumer goods brokerage agency that connects consumer goods manufacturers with retailers. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from The College of Idaho and has a diverse background in finance, trade marketing, and sales with major manufacturers like Smuckers. Before his entrepreneurial ventures, Jon served 14 years in the US Army, where he honed his leadership skills as a finance and contracting officer. In 2024, he also co-founded Big Delta Capital, which focuses on empowering women with the tools, education, and opportunities to become financially active and build generational wealth.

Many companies struggle with delivering the level of service that fosters long-term success, often cutting corners to boost short-term profits. So, what does it take to create a business that not only grows but sustains success through exceptional client service?

According to Jon Bunten, a seasoned entrepreneur with a deep understanding of business growth, the key lies in prioritizing relationships over transactions. He highlights how many large brokerage firms, despite their size, fail to provide the attention and service their clients truly need. Instead of following the traditional industry model, Jon built a company focused on white-glove service, personalized solutions, and a people-first culture. This client-centric approach has driven double-digit growth year after year, proving that when businesses focus on delivering real value, success follows.

In this episode, host John Corcoran sits down with Jon Bunten, Co-founder and CEO of RecorGroup, to discuss how prioritizing client service helped him build a thriving brokerage business. They explore how Jon’s military background shaped his leadership style, why he saw a huge gap in the industry, and how he turned that insight into a fast-growing business. Jon also shares how self-reflection and personal growth played a pivotal role in his journey to success.

Roger Einstoss is the Co-founder and CEO of Braintly, a company that connects US businesses with top engineering talent from Latin America. With over 12 years of experience in tech talent acquisition, he has helped companies like Volkswagen and T-Mobile build remote engineering teams. Roger specializes in bridging the gap between businesses and skilled developers, offering solutions in staff augmentation and agile team management.

The tech talent gap is a growing challenge for businesses worldwide, with many struggling to find skilled engineers who align with their company culture. As demand for software developers surges, companies are searching for efficient and cost-effective ways to scale their teams. Could the key to solving this problem lie in Latin America’s booming engineering talent pool?

According to Roger Einstoss, a seasoned entrepreneur specializing in tech talent acquisition, Latin America offers a unique combination of skilled engineers, cost efficiency, and cultural alignment that makes it an ideal destination for US companies. He highlights how businesses often underestimate the complexity of hiring and vetting engineers, especially when working across borders. By bridging this gap, companies can not only find exceptional talent but also create more diverse and innovative teams that thrive in today’s global market.

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Roger Einstoss, Co-founder and CEO of Braintly, to discuss how US businesses can build remote engineering teams with Latin American talent. Roger shares the biggest mistakes companies make when hiring technical talent and Braintly’s approach to vetting engineers. He also gives insight into fostering a strong remote work culture and maintaining high performance in distributed teams.

Nick A. (Ollie) Olivero is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Boxcar Theatre, a production company specializing in immersive and interactive theater experiences. He is also the creator of The Speakeasy, a long-running 1920s-themed immersive show in San Francisco, and has produced over 60 live experiences, including magic shows and haunted houses. With over 25 years of experience in theater, Ollie has raised millions of dollars in funding, built large-scale productions, and expanded into venue management and corporate events.

Attendance is declining in traditional theater, and immersive experiences are emerging as the new frontier. What does it take to build a multimillion-dollar immersive theater business that keeps people coming back?

Visionary immersive theater creator Nick A. (Ollie) Olivero says that engagement comes from blending artistic innovation with business strategy. While immersive theater can be a powerful experience, it must also be commercially viable to survive. Ollie’s journey began with small experimental productions and evolved into large-scale, interactive experiences like The Speakeasy, which required a $2.5 million venue build-out and $1.5 million in fundraising. He maintains that understanding audience psychology, creating memorable real-world experiences, and adapting through challenges have been critical to sustaining and growing his business.

In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, John Corcoran sits down with Nick A. (Ollie) Olivero, Co-Founder & Executive Director at Boxcar Theatre, to discuss how he built a thriving immersive theater business. He shares how he built The Speakeasy, the strategy behind turning theater into a sustainable business model, and how he successfully raised funding for large-scale productions.