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About this episode In this high-powered episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin sits down with Dan Abbate—a serial entrepreneur who sold his first tech company at 19, scaled a $20 Million hard money lending business, and now leads Cloine Capital, a $100 Million land development firm backed by other entrepreneurs. Together, they explore: * 🔁 The entrepreneurial equation: how to build businesses that run, grow, and scale without you. * 💡 What makes a founder “investable”—and the biggest red flags he sees. * 🏗️ Why land development is just “manufacturing for builders”—and how Cloine Capital makes it work. * 💰 The reality of exits, fundraising, and capital preservation in real estate. * 📿 The ancient Greek philosophies shaping his life and leadership. * 🧠 Why being a visionary founder doesn’t mean being good at operations—and what to do about it. Bonus: You’ll hear why Dan offers guest condos to future collaborators and how AI (like ChatGPT) fits into modern philosophical conversations. Whether you’re launching your first startup, scaling your empire, or structuring your first fund—this episode will leave you rethinking how to design a business and a life worth building. About this guest For those of you who do not know Dan Abbate, he … 1. Serial Entrepreneur Since 14: Dan Abbate began working in his father’s manufacturing business at age 14, started college at 15, and sold his first tech company by the time he was 19. 2. 13-Year M&A Career: He built a successful career in mergers and acquisitions, leading and structuring deals across industries—an experience that now powers his unique investment model. 3. Founder of Clotine Capital & Life Systemization Framework: As the founder of Clotine Capital, Dan has developed and implemented a systematized approach to both entrepreneurship and life design. He now applies this framework through land development investments and operational excellence. Read more at 9x90.co/Dan-Abbate [www.9x90.co/Dan-Abbate]

About this episode What happens when a multi-million-dollar business collapses overnight? For Christel Caputo, it was the beginning of a powerful transformation. In this soul-stirring episode of 9×90™, Adi Soozin sits down with the co-founder and Executive Director of Evolution One—a nonprofit on a mission to awaken transformational leadership across the globe. Christel shares how a sudden change in state law wiped out her thriving reinvention coaching company and how she used that moment to realign her purpose. Drawing from her deep training in yoga, meditation, and mentorship, she went on to co-found Evolution One (formerly Ascension One Collective), a spiritual organization that has raised over $3 million in philanthropic funding to empower thousands through courses, immersive expeditions, and energy-based leadership training. This episode dives deep into: * 💥 The real story behind the collapse of her coaching empire—and how she found the courage to rebuild * 🧘‍♀️ How SPA (Silence, Presence, Alignment) became the foundation for navigating massive life transitions * 🔋 The science and spirituality of being an energetic anchor in a chaotic world * 💸 How Evolution One organically built a global donor base through transformation-driven engagement * 🧠 Neuroscience meets metaphysics: why your emotions, environment, and energy actually matter * 🌍 The “Pillars of Light” and “Earth Keepers” programs—training the next generation of grounded helpers and global leaders * 🧰 Conscious team-building: meditation-led meetings, energy check-ins, and why every project begins with alignment * 🚀 Why Evolution One focuses on long-term program engagement instead of relying solely on donations Whether you’re leading a team, navigating loss, or craving a deeper sense of purpose, Christel’s story and strategies are a masterclass in conscious leadership. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to stay grounded, lead with integrity, and use transformation as a tool for global good. About this guest For those of you who do not know Christel, she … 1. Christel Caputo is the co-founder and Executive Director of Evolution One (formerly Ascension One Collective), a spiritual nonprofit launched in 2019 that offers signature programs like Pillars of Light, Earth Keepers, and global Sacred Earth Expeditions—guiding individuals and communities in transformational leadership. 2. She built a multi‑million‑dollar reinvention coaching business in her 30s, only to lose it overnight due to a state law change—and then pivoted to co-found Evolution One to help others navigate transformation with purpose. 3. Christel has raised over $3 million in philanthropic funding to support Evolution One’s global initiatives, empowering thousands through courses, trainings, and immersive expeditions. Read more at 9x90.co/Christel-Caputo [https://www.9x90.co/Christel-Caputo]

About this episode What do Broadway, million-dollar exits, and dog-inspired philanthropy have in common? Lisa Morris. In this electrifying episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin interviews Lisa Morris—a Broadway touring performer turned powerhouse entrepreneur, who built and sold Road Concierge, a multi-million dollar entertainment travel agency now part of the multi-billion dollar Internova empire. After her exit, Lisa stepped into the world of high-stakes investing and family office leadership, where she now hunts down the next generation of world-changing founders. From bartering her way to a luxury office suite to turning her late dog into a philanthropic legend (and a diamond!), Lisa shares the untold stories behind her rise—and the impact she's making now across healthcare, arts education, and tech-for-good. You’ll hear brilliant, bold, and sometimes hilarious tales of creative fundraising, how Broadway taught her to dominate the boardroom, and why authentic relationships are the most undervalued currency in business. If you care about legacy, want to raise capital the smart way, or dream of turning passion into empire—you’re going to be obsessed with this episode. About this guest For those of you who do not know Lisa Morris, she … 1. Broadway Star → Multi‑Million-Dollar Entrepreneur → Family Office Powerhouse Lisa Morris is a Broadway touring performer turned entrepreneur; she founded and built Road Concierge, a multi‑million-dollar entertainment travel agency, before selling it to a multi‑billion‑dollar travel conglomerate (Internova, via ALTOUR), where she still leads the entertainment travel division and now serves as Managing Director at AKS Family Partners and Director of Philanthropic Services for FORCE Family Office. 2. From Schemes at a Hedge Fund to Savvy Founder While touring as an actress, Lisa realized artists were poorly served by traditional travel agencies. She launched Road Concierge originally as a side hustle—but quickly turned that into a full-time business after booking travel for top Broadway and touring productions, including Les Miserables, Cats, Evita, Beauty and the Beast, and even Prince's shows. 3. Impact Investor & Philanthropy Advocate Lisa's influence extends well beyond entertainment: she now invests in early-stage impact-driven startups (like SociAvi, which helps the elderly safely use tech) and serves in influential philanthropic roles—pitch coaching through NYSERDA/Columbia, advisor to organizations like the Mary Tyler Moore Foundation and Coralus, and senior advisor at the largest U.S. family office network, FORCE Family Office. Read more on 9x90 at 9x90.co/Lisa-Morris [www.9x90.co/Lisa-Morris]

For those of you who do not know Ne Lwin, he is: 1. Henley-certified, multilingual family office expert with a background in private equity and alternative investments, advising on complex cross-border structuring and multigenerational wealth strategies. 2. Worked on a £19.6B investment pipeline across real estate, tech, media, and logistics, spanning both private and public markets. 3. Founded a 60-member global strategy network including leaders from JP Morgan, Deloitte, and BlackRock, focused on strategic growth and next-gen capital deployment. ABOUT THIS EPISODE: What happens when you inherit not just assets—but scrutiny, influence, and a target on your back? In this high-stakes episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin is joined by global strategist and second-generation family office leader Ne Lwin for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the new threats facing legacy wealth. Together, they expose the modern minefields of elite life—from predatory advisors and $500K pitch decks to smear campaigns, betrayal, and false allies hiding in plain sight. But this isn’t just a cautionary tale. It’s a blueprint for NextGen wealth holders and builders who refuse to be naïve, silent, or sidelined. You’ll hear how to: * Build an international firewall of trusted allies * Weaponize your upbringing into strategic insight * Navigate PR, power dynamics, and the loneliness of public life * Shift from defensive wealth preservation to offensive value creation This isn’t about legacy maintenance.It’s about legacy dominance—and what it really takes to protect your family, your future, and your name in a world obsessed with tearing down everything it cannot control.

About this guest For those of you who do not know Angella Goran, she … 1. World-Class Athlete & Record Holder - Angella has represented Canada at the highest levels—rowing, triathlon, and elite cycling—and currently ranks among the world’s top female indoor cyclists. In 2022, she broke the Canadian National Elite Women’s 1‑Hour Indoor Cycling record and is training to set a new UCI 1‑Hour World Record. 2. Fintech Pioneer & Social-Impact Founder - As the first female founder of a Neobank in North America, Angella launched TAPanGO Technologies, specializing in embedded finance and wellness. Her innovative platform ATHLETICA Rewards™ bridges banking, loyalty, and health incentives—earning attention as a disruptive force in digital banking. 3. Champion for Youth & Women’s Empowerment - Beyond fintech and fitness, Angella is a proven social-impact entrepreneur. From biking 10,000 km across Canada to raise millions for youth sports, to launching The Power Hour™—a global wellness initiative aiming for a Guinness World Record—she exemplifies mission-driven leadership