In this episode of Road to CEO, Will Marlow sits down with Jacob Meier, co-owner and Chief Business Development Officer of Armoloy, the global leader in precision surface coatings that help industries extend the life of metal components through innovative plating technology. Jacob opens up about his unconventional journey into the world of manufacturing — from the various roles he held early in his career to what ultimately drew him into owning and scaling a nearly 70-year-old company.

Will and Jacob dive into Armoloy’s unique organizational structure, where traditional titles like “CEO” take a back seat to shared leadership and a culture centered on problem-solving, customer focus, and scientific innovation. They discuss how Armoloy’s people-first mindset and commitment to quality have driven growth across aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and more — and why thoughtful leadership matters as markets evolve.

If you’re interested in leadership, unconventional company culture, and building something that lasts, this episode is for you. Stay tuned and listen to the full conversation!

In this episode of Road to CEO, Will Marlow goes behind the scenes with Robert Kraft, Founder & CEO of Atlas World Sports, to dive into the fast-growing world of online sports betting, tech innovation, and startup strategy.

Robert shares the story of how he spotted a massive opportunity right after the 2018 Supreme Court ruling that changed sports betting in the U.S., how COVID unexpectedly accelerated their development, and why data, not just betting, is at the heart of Atlas World Sports.

You’ll hear how Atlas became a “Trojan horse” for data and marketing by creating a frictionless platform that aggregates real-time odds from major sportsbooks like FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, and MGM — all in one place. He also talks about fundraising, scaling, his view on AI, and what it takes to build a company at the intersection of tech, sports, and regulation.

🎯 If you’re interested in startups, sports tech, digital marketing, or the business side of betting, this episode is for you. Stay tuned and listen to the full conversation!

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In this episode of Road to CEO, Will Marlow sits down with Gil Borok, President & CEO, U.S. & LATAM of Colliers U.S. Gil shares his perspective on what it takes to build a strong and enduring company culture, gives us a bit of insight on leading through the challenges of COVID, and how leaders should approach the rise of AI in the workplace.

In the new episode of Road to CEO, Will Marlow talks with David Andrukonis, CFA, CEO of ThrowMo.

They discuss the challenges of helping kids build good habits early, why tactile feedback beats visual cues, and how a handmade prototype turned into a product endorsed by elite coaches.

In this episode of Road to CEO, Will sits down with Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, for a deep dive into what it means to lead a company with intention.

Tony shares how platform design shapes culture, what sets different social networks apart, and why he believes content is the real product.

In this episode of Road to CEO, Will talks with a CEO on the road: Robin Dvorak, CEO of Blue Egg — a branding and marketing strategy agency she leads while living full-time in her RV. Robin shares how hitting the road has reshaped how she works and how she tackles the challenges of running a business on the move.

In this episode, Will spoke with Brad Lukanic, the CEO of CannonDesign, a global design firm that encompasses architecture, engineering, consulting, physical asset management, software solutions and modular design.

In this episode, Will spoke with Jimmy House, an Online Strength and mobility Coach. Jimmy is also a Professional Wrestler, BJJ Black Belt, Pro Natural Bodybuilder, and Former World Record-Holding Powerlifter. His mission is to help people get stronger and more athletic, improve their mobility, live a healthier life, and reach their fitness goals.

n this episode, Will spoke with Stephen Candelmo, the Founder and CEO of Paralex, a new technology-enabled service for startups to obtain on-demand legal information and contract services, with real attorney expertise, without the nuisance and hassle of the unpredictable high costs and slow turnaround.

In this episode, Will spoke with Jordan Goldstein and Elizabeth Brink, the Co-CEOs of Gensler, the world’s largest architecture and design firm. They have 57 offices around the globe, and they are working with 100 clients each year. Gensler motto is to create a better world through the power of design. Listen to Jordan and Elizabeth talk about Gensler culture, the impact of AI, Gen Z, and how exactly are Gensler professionals rethinking the design today.

In this episode, Will spoke with Shane Perkins, the CEO of Unite Digital Holdings, a marketing services group/acquisition company dedicated to helping mid-sized and large clients expand their reach. The company owns several marketing agencies that collaborate closely, providing clients with enhanced services and experiences. Tune in to discover more about Shane's career, his past roles, and the future plans for Unite Digital.

In this episode of Road to CEO, we talk to Mike Snavely, the CEO of Phunware.

In this episode of Road to CEO, we talk to Nathan Green, the CEO and cofounder of New Level Radio, a company that delivers customized radio networks for hundreds of businesses across the U.S., including more than 60 casino properties in 20 states.

Our next guest on the Road to CEO podcast is Carl Grant, whose career has taken him from the the US Army Infantry, multiple startup roles, a 20-year role as an EVP at the well-known law firm Cooley LLP, and most recently as the author of "How to Live the Abundant Life."

Our next guest on Road to CEO is David DeWolf, the founder and former CEO of Three Pillar Global, which he led for more than 16 years, and which he helped grow to more than 2,200 employees. David is currently the CEO of Knownwell.

Our next guest on Road to CEO is Steven Schneider, who has served as CEO of Logi Analytics, Capitol Canary, and who is now currently serving as the General Manager of the Analytics business unit of Cloud Software Group, which is made up of Spotfire and Jaspersoft. 

Our next guest on Road to CEO is Tom McCarty, who shares his experiences with Dell, Intuit, and Pipedrive, and how that led him to become CEO of OrgChart LLC, which he has led since 2021.

Founder and CEO at Qrvey, Arman Eshraghi, is our latest guest on Road to CEO. Besides being a serial entrepreneur, Arman also acts as an advisor to startups. Arman is also a member of Mindshare and the Forbes Technology Council. Listen to Arman’s story and how his professional career in the software industry took off and what are his next steps.

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Check out our previous episodes with CEOs from the software industry ⤵

Joel Reed from OpenArc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQxUsjLTQxU 

Mukund Krishna from Suyati: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnV8XJKv1WI 

Bret Peters from ADF Solutions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sqf_AxzTrOo 

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In this episode, we had the chance to talk to Grace Shea, who along with her siblings, leads the Lebanese Taverna Reataurant Group, a successful restaurant group with 13 locations in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Grace shared her and her family's story and how their business bloomed over the years.

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Andre Carrier from Eureka Casino Resort: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOiPluyi4Do

Joel Reed from OpenArc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQxUsjLTQxU

Jason Outman from Explore Branson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suOmL1L_gDM

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In this episode, Will talked to Andre Carrier, the CEO of Eureka Casino Resort, a 100% employee-owned family business. Andre experienced the changes in the industry first-hand; from lobbying for law changes, to the Internet revolutionizing the gambling world, he knows the inside-outs of it all. With his knowledge and constant awareness of employee’s needs, Andre helped build the Eureka Casino Resort into what it is today. 

Andre talks about:

- how the decision to enter Eureka into an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) was made;

- how the arrival of Internet changed casino gambling;

- the unexpected role of casinos in building social security;

- how the pandemic changed the expectations of employees and the importance of work.