GURUPRESARIO

Southtown San Antonio's juice and smoothie bar, Squeezers has opened its second location at 914 E. Elmira St. Delicious juices and smoothies are only part of what makes this minority owned business amazing. Keith and Alexandria say that the lack of healthy options in the neighborhood is part of what inspired them to open their locations.

Join the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Keith and Alex to discuss health and wellness, mindfulness, and upcoming plans for Squeezers Co.

Jim Moore, former creative director of GQ and current creative director at large has spent 40 years styling movie stars, athletes, musicians, and politicians for covers and editorials which have now  been deemed iconic. Moore has left a lasting mark on men’s style, teaching generations of gentlemen how to dress.

Join the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Jim to discuss fashion, perseverance, and becoming indispensable.

Join us on the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Faraz Zaidi, founder of Profound™. Faraz founded Profound™ in late 2009 and successfully grew it to become a global clothing and lifestyle brand. Sold online and positioned in many top luxury retail stores within six continents, the brand has become a highly sought-after staple name within the high end streetwear market and continues upon its trajectory of fixed growth.  

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We sat down with Austin Alegria, fashion designer and founder of Austin Alegria X Austin, based in San Antonio, TX. Austin has worked as an assistant to Carolina Herrera at a fashion show where she, herself was present. Additionally, Austin has been able to achieve a first place win at the first ever "go green" fashion show for San Antonio Fashion Week. Join the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Austin to discuss the fashion industry and what inspires him.

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Join us as we sit down with Tommy Calvert of Bexar County Precinct 4. Tommy Calvert was elected Bexar County Commissioner for Precinct 4 in 2014 and is one of five chief executives of county government. He is the youngest and first African-American County Commissioner in Bexar County. Tommy helped raise $44 million dollars in foreign investment from investors in countries such as Vietnam, China, Nigeria, and Latin America for the Arts Residence and Thompson Hotel. Join the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Tommy to discuss his career, passions, and San Antonio culture. 

A special thanks to this week's episode sponsor, Martin Capital Advisors, LLP. For more information, visit them at martincapital.com.

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Join us as we sit down with Bryan Ramirez of Davie's Entertainment. Bryan Ramirez is an award winning filmmaker from San Antonio, TX. In 2010, Bryan wrote produced, and directed his first feature film "Line of Duty aka Mission Park" (Lionsgate) and aquired national distribution through Lionsgate. Bryan was the Executive Producer of "Entertainment" (Magnolia Pictures) which premiered at Sundance Film Festival 2015. Join the Gurupresario Podcast as we sit down with Bryan to discuss film and the importance of pursuing one's passions.

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With special guest Squeezers Co. Juice Bar Owner Keith Simpson & CO-HOST Greg Valdez.

This past week, I had the privilege to sit down with 3 friends to discuss the current state of affairs within the United States. I decided to make a podcast episode out of the conversation. Take a listen, share with a friend.

Special Guests: Brandon Logan, Abel Longoria, Co-Host Greg Valdez

We sit down with Executive Director of World Affairs Council in San Antonio, TX, Armen Babajanian. Armen shares his experiences in the non-profit space of San Antonio and abroad. I personally met Armen at our Rotary Club meeting in San Antonio last month. Take a listen and get some insight into the World Affairs Council, Armen's extensive experience in service to others, and how YOU can make an impact in your own community. Follow the World Affairs Council at www.wacofsa.org

We sit down with personal trainer Sean Sikes of Houston, TX. As a personal trainer, Sikes focuses on bringing the "rawness" of life to his clients through physical wellness. I personally met Sean at the peak of my bodybuilding journey back in 2011. Sean and I have kept in touch over the years and collaborate on various projects throughout the city of San Antonio. Listen and learn more. Follow Sean on IG at @sikesercise.

We sit down with content creative Lloyd Mackayi of Atlanta, GA. As a photographer and video creator, Mackayi focuses on bringing creative visions to life. I personally met Lloyd while working on a project during NYFW in 2018. Lloyd and I ended up shooting a few New York Fashion Week shows together at Spring Studios. Listen and learn more. Follow Lloyd on IG at @lloyd_mack

Beginning steps of investing: how one goes from living and spending check to check to allocating a portion of that to their future needs.