The Business RoundUp with Melissa Bill

The Future of the Beauty and Anti-Aging Business

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Lana Kerr, the trailblazing founder of Lumisque and the CO2Lift, as we dive into the evolving world of beauty and anti-aging innovation. In this episode, Lana shares her fascinating journey, from her early beginnings to becoming a leader in the skincare industry. She opens up about what sparked her passion for health and beauty and the pivotal moments that led her to launch Lumisque, her groundbreaking skincare company.
Lana reveals the story behind her discovery of topical carboxytherapy during a trip to Japan, shedding light on the origins of CO2-based treatments and their injectable predecessors. She also takes us through her bold move to secure exclusive rights to this cutting-edge technology, culminating in the launch of the CO2Lift Carboxy brand in 2016—a game-changer in non-invasive skin rejuvenation.
With a relentless drive to deliver transformative solutions to her clients, Lana discusses her vision for the future of the health and beauty industry as we approach 2025. From emerging trends to revolutionary advancements, she offers a glimpse into what’s next for anti-aging and wellness.
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America's Evolving Homeland Security: How Politics Plays a Role

Join us for an in-depth look into America's Homeland Security. Dr. J. Michael Waller, Senior Analyst of Strategy for The Center of Security Policy discusses the current Trump administration policies and initiatives on national security, plus weighs in on the following:
Status of the U.S. border and its security situation. 
United States national security initiatives that are a priority under the Trump administration. The main points of concern and the ways to improve these issues.
What initiatives The Center for Security Policy.is focused on this year including the backing of state law enforcement.
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Unlocking the US Oil & Gas Market: Dive into Industry Trends with Adam Ferrari, CEO Phoenix Energy

Today joining us on The Business RoundUp is Adam Ferrari, the CEO of Phoenix Energy. Adam brings over 20+ years in the oil and gas industry.
During this episode we discuss trends in the investment side and production side of the oil & gas industry. Plus, take a deeper look into the following:
Industry changes under President Trump's new administration.
The importance behind locally developed oil investment and how is it powering growth and energy independence.
How Phoenix Energy frees owners' mineral values.
What are some of the ways to fuel bold expansion in U.S. energy.
How is investing in U.S. energy spurring innovation and economic muscle.
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Leading with Faith, interview with CJ Wheeler - Founder of Book It CJ

Today in Business Roundup, host Melissa Bill speaks with CJ Wheeler, Founder of Book It CJ - a DC based PR Firm specializing in media exposure for conservative, Christian, and Veteran voices.
In this episode we explore putting faith into the center of your business and life.
CJ Wheeler shares insight into the following:
How the Bible teaches invaluable lessons about business and living a better life.
The unique way she studied the Bible during her year of transformation.
The radical shift in her perspective on control, ambition, and worry.
How God’s master plan led to the creation of Book It CJ.
Why her faith-centered approach has attracted incredible clients.
Her “business arrangement” with God and how it continues to guide her every decision.
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E75, Business RoundUp Interview with John Richardson, founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without Cancer

In this episode, John Richardson, Founder of Richardson Nutritional Center and Operation World Without Cancer shares why this is an exciting time for America and its journey towards regaining its health under the MAHA movement.
 
Richardson is the Founder of Operation World Without Cancer and applauds and supports the efforts of President Trump and RJK Jr. to help Make America Healthy Again.  Having a deep history of Richardson's family and organization doing battle with Big Pharma & Big Gov himself, Operation World Without Cancer has compiled their Top 7 MAHA Missions that are vital to the goal to Make America Health Again.  John joins us today to talk about where the MAHA focus should be in these next 4 years. 
 
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E74, Business RoundUp Interview with Patrick Gruhn is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX Europe

Join us for an insightful conversation with a veteran in the digital currency space, Patrick Gruhn, who is the CEO of Perpetuals.com, and formerly part of FTX Europe. In this episode, Patrick dives deeper into the evolving crypto and digital currency market, sharing his expertise and perspective on its ever-changing landscape.
We’ll explore topics including tokenized stocks & the evolution of digital securities; real-world assets gain traceability through blockchain infrastructure development and important lessons learned from the development of DigitalAssets.AG, as a pre-FTX platform.
Tune in as we discuss the future of Regulated Crypto Derivatives Trading, from emerging trends to new challenges, and how these shifts impact investors in the US and global market. Patrick also shares the exciting launch of Perpetuals.com for advanced traders.
Whether you’re a novice in the digital investment market, or a seasoned Bitcoin and crypto investor, you don't want to miss this episode!

E73, Business RoundUp Interview with Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs Team

Guests Ben Jacobs and Jessica Chestler, co-founders of the Chestler/Jacobs team discuss the art of assisting clients within the two vastly different real estate markets of Florida and New York. 
Ben and Jessica cover topics including navigating luxury real estate in markets like Florida and New York, and a few key differences in buyer demographics, pricing trends, and investment opportunities.
In this episode. listeners can learn the top five reasons that high-net-worth buyers are moving between NYC and Florida.

E72, Business RoundUp Interview with Kyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practice

Kyle Berry, Principal at Sendero and Lead of Human Capital Management practice, explains HCM's critical role within an organization.
Plus, how crucial a unified HCM is during mergers and acquisitions, due to its ability to streamline workforce integration by consolidating employee data and automating onboarding.