Thriving Smarter with Kri Edholm | In the Corner with Zak

Thriving Smarter with Kri Edholm | In the Corner with Zak

In this episode Zak welcomes Kri Edholm to the corner. Together they chat about Kri's many adventures: software engineer, dot-com survivor, leadership development entrepreneur, search and rescue volunteer, and now video producer and marketing strategist behind KRICO Productions.  Learn about her new Thrive Solopreneur Collective, a community for solo business owners navigating the loneliness of doing it all on their own. Zak & Kri also dig into AI from the perspective of Internet pioneers who have seen every tech wave since the early internet. Kri will never let AI have the final say!  As President and Executive Director of the Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce of Nevada, Kri makes a strong case for why spaces like this still matter in 2026, and why visibility in business is an act of community survival. Learn more about Kri at https://kriedholm.com [https://kriedholm.com] Visit and Join the Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Nevada at https://glccnv.org [https://glccnv.org]

Every Shape with Greg Bro | In the Corner with Zak

Greg Bro wrote a children's book. But it looks a lot like a business coaching framework to Zak! In this episode, Zak sits down with Greg, author and illustrator of Every Shape Has a Place and Every Shape Has a Feeling, to talk about the leap into entrepreneurship, how his kids sparked the whole thing, and why forcing yourself into the wrong shape never works, in business or in life. Your shape already has a place. Turns out, it has a feeling too. Find Greg and the books at bruteoptimism.com [http://bruteoptimism.com] | Instagram: @bruteoptimism

Out of Office with Leslie Marshall | In the Corner with Zak

In this episode of In the Corner with Zak, Zak sits down with longtime friend Leslie Marshall to unpack hustle culture, burnout, and what it really means to build a life and business that actually feels good. From “life is a smoothie” to ditching recipes that were never yours, this conversation is grounded, honest, and a little unexpected. No grind. No hype. Just real talk on energy, alignment, and doing things differently.

Unstoppable Achievers with Jaclyn Strominger | In the Corner with Zak

In this episode, Zak finds himself in the corner with Leadership & High Achievement Coach Jaclyn Strominger—a powerhouse helping people stop overthinking, get unstuck, and get sht done. Together they unpack Jaclyn’s journey into coaching, the mindset shifts that create Unstoppable Achievers, and the real work behind turning ambition into action. They also dive into her expanding ecosystem from her coaching practice, podcast, book, and yes, her role as co-founder of Missing Link Network, the networking movement redefining how professionals grow and connect. There are also penguins, monkeys, and Zak’s vintage 80’s New York office Moonlighting obsession. If you’re looking for an episode that blends personal truth, big ambition, and actionable insight, this one’s a must-listen. Tune in and find out what’s going on. Connect with Jaclyn at Leap to Your Success.com [https://leaptoyoursuccess.com/]

All About Outliers with Kayla Bailey | In the Corner with Zak

Kayla Bailey steps In the Corner with Zak to talk all things outliers and entrepreneurship! As the Founder of The Outlier Partners, Kayla breaks down what a Fractional CFO really is and how this powerhouse role can help businesses scale smarter and faster. Together, Zak and Kayla dive into what it truly means to be an “outlier,” the power of personal branding (from bold hair to bold moves), and the impact of women-owned businesses uplifting and empowering other women. Much to the confusion of a few overly sensitive men along the way. Kayla shares her vision for growth, the importance of investing in marketing, and the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to succeed. If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out, scale up, and own your lane in business, this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration. Follow Kayla @theoutlierpartners or visit the website at TheOutlierPartners.com [https://theoutlierpartners.com]