The Title Doesn’t Matter

CEO of Ereztech LLC

In this episode of The Title Doesn’t Matter, I sit down with Roman Rytov, Founder and CEO of Ereztech, a company focused on advanced materials, organometallic chemistry, and semiconductor manufacturing solutions. We talk about what it takes to build and lead a highly specialized technology company, and the challenges of scaling a business in the chemical and semiconductor industries. Roman shares his journey from studying mathematics and working in the IT world to launching and growing Ereztech in the advanced materials and chemical manufacturing industry. We also discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, problem-solving, and the mindset required to navigate uncertainty while building something from the ground up. It’s a thoughtful conversation about business, resilience, and the reality that titles may describe what you do — but not necessarily who you are. Learn more about Ereztech on their website at https://ereztech.com [https://ereztech.com]   Be sure to also check out this informative article from Bloomberg, as referenced by Roman at the beginning of the episode: https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2021-chip-production-why-hard-to-make-semiconductors/ [https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2021-chip-production-why-hard-to-make-semiconductors/]

Bridal Gown Designer

Episode 26: Bridal Gown Designer In this episode of The Title Doesn’t Matter, I sit down with Allison Webb, a New York City–based bridal gown designer. From her early days studying fashion design and working with major brands to launching her own namesake collection, Allison shares what it takes to build a career in the competitive world of bridal fashion.  We talk about her creative process, the balance between artistry and business, and how she designs gowns that make brides feel like the best version of themselves on one of the biggest days of their lives. You can follow Allison’s work on Instagram at @allisonwebbnyc and read more of her thoughts on Substack (substack.com/@allisonwebbny)

Senior Project Manager - Environmental Remediation

Episode 25: Senior Project Manager For this episode of The Title Doesn’t Matter, I sit down with my uncle, Chris Stone, a Senior Project Manager at AECOM, where he works on environmental remediation construction projects across the United States. We talk about what it takes to manage large-scale projects that clean up and restore contaminated sites, the coordination required to bring engineers, contractors, and subcontractors together, and the fulfilment that comes with work that directly impacts communities and the environment. Chris also shares his unconventional career path — including spending seven years working in the restaurant industry after college before deciding to apply his degree in metallurgical engineering. We talk about how that experience shaped his work ethic and leadership style. We even get into a thoughtful discussion about his retirement plans and philosophies — what it means to step away from work and think about life beyond your career. It’s an honest look at career growth, professional development, and how the path to a meaningful career is rarely a straight line.

Franchise Owner and Operator for Floor Coverings International

Carly Harrington is the owner and operator of Floor Coverings International South Atlanta, a franchise of Floor Coverings International, which services homes and businesses across the US and Canada to source and install all of their flooring needs. She and her partner Miguel started their business in the wake of Covid and are quickly on their way to $2,000,000 in revenue. Tune in to learn about her foray into entrepreneurship as a franchisee with a trusted brand name.    You can follow Carly's business on Instagram @Floorcoverings_southatlanta or check out all of her links at https://card.onetapconnect.com/floorcoveringsinternationalsouthatlanta/carlyharrington [https://card.onetapconnect.com/floorcoveringsinternationalsouthatlanta/carlyharrington]

Associate Professor at the University of Georgia

Dr. Jason Wallace was inspired by Dr. Pamela Ronald's research on genetic modification of rice to study agriculture and microbiology. Now, he works as an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, allocating 70% of his time as a researcher in the Crop & Soil Sciences Department. He also teaches quantitative genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and crop microbiomes. In today's episode, we talk about the importance of microbiology in Georgia's agriculture driven economy, as well as the importance of scientific literacy and accessibility in our society. For further discussion on scientific thinking, Dr. Wallace recommends checking out Hank Green's Crash Course episode on Scientific Thinking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2r7Bk1NlgU [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2r7Bk1NlgU]  If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to also check out Dr. Wallace's podcast, Gaming with Science, at https://www.gamingwithscience.net/ [https://www.gamingwithscience.net/] I recommend his episode about the incredible board game Terraforming Mars, which can be found here: https://www.gamingwithscience.net/e/s1e8-terraforming-mars-martian-science/ [https://www.gamingwithscience.net/e/s1e8-terraforming-mars-martian-science/]    For more information about Dr. Wallace's work, or the Crop & Soil Sciences department at the University of Georgia, visit https://cropsoil.uga.edu/people/faculty/jason-wallace.html [https://cropsoil.uga.edu/people/faculty/jason-wallace.html]