Driven: Unscripted Success

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kate Gress, a powerhouse chiropractor, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. With years of experience in both health and real estate, Kate shares how she transitioned from owning multiple chiropractic practices to running a growing real estate syndication business.
Kate breaks down how her wellness-focused approach to patient care laid the foundation for her success, and how her analytical mindset helps her take strategic risks in business. She opens up about burnout, pivoting industries, and her next big move—selling her clinic to go full-time into real estate.
Whether you're a chiropractor, an aspiring investor, or just someone chasing unscripted success, this episode delivers an honest look into building a career that evolves with your passions.
 
 
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In this episode, Patrick Bishop, the passionate and driven co-founder of Reroute Americas, shares how a chance discovery of agave straws led him and his team to launch a fast-growing, sustainable packaging company. What started as a mission to reduce waste in the food and beverage space evolved into an AI-powered distribution platform that’s transforming inventory management for stadiums, resorts, restaurants, and beyond.
From landing major partnerships with pro sports teams to launching proprietary AI tools, Patrick walks us through how he and his team are scaling with intention—and sustainability at the core. You’ll hear how he overcame massive setbacks like Hurricane Ian, why failure was never an option, and what he sees as the future for tech in distribution.
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In this candid conversation with Mike Mannino and Nareman Hamdan, real estate entrepreneur Matthew Evan Teifke shares his extraordinary journey from learning the ropes of real estate under the influence of a hardworking single mom, to becoming one of the most determined multifamily investors in Texas.
Matt reveals the gritty truth about capital raising, what most investors get wrong during market shifts, and why now—not three years ago—is the best time to buy. He opens up about his biggest failure—losing $1 million in the cannabis industry—and how he bounced back stronger with renewed focus and discipline.
You’ll hear Matt’s perspective on:
The real competition in today’s market (hint: it’s not who you think)
How to build meaningful broker relationships that actually lead to deals
The danger of scarcity mindset in real estate
The importance of persistence, connection, and long-term thinking
 
 
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In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, hosts Mike Mannino Sr. and Nareman Hamdan sit down with Dr. Luis Raez, Chief Scientific Officer and Medical Director at Memorial Cancer Institute. Dr. Raez opens up about his journey, the groundbreaking lung cancer research he's leading, and the vital role of AI in transforming how we diagnose, treat, and even prevent cancer.
You’ll hear about:
How Memorial Cancer Institute serves underserved patients while maintaining excellence
Dr. Raez’s role in launching over 65 clinical trials for lung cancer
The evolution from toxic chemo to gene-targeted therapies
Personal insights into leadership, compassion, and what truly makes a great cancer care team
How COVID-19 tested and revealed the resilience of their healthcare system
Exciting plans to expand their cancer center to underserved communities in North Broward
Whether you’re in healthcare or just care about the future of medicine, this episode will leave you inspired by what’s possible when mission meets science.
 
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In this transformative episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, Dr. Jill Fandrich shares her courageous shift from pharmacy administration to creating holistic remedies, coaching leaders, and writing deeply reflective books. She opens up about imposter syndrome, leadership, and how doubt became her secret weapon for growth.
Dr. Jill dives deep into:
Why she walked away from hospital leadership
Her journey from “white coats” to wellness
How “The Missing Variable” and “The Doubt Advantage” were born
The surprising link between thoughts and success
Why real healing begins with clarity—not prescriptions
Listeners will walk away inspired to rethink their definition of success and equipped to tap into their own inner power.
 
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In this episode, Nareman sits down with Maritza Davila, a passionate business consultant helping entrepreneurs go from stuck in the day-to-day to scaling with strategy. From her vacation in Colombia, Maritza shares how she simplifies business growth for service-based owners with teams—unlocking clarity, reducing burnout, and building companies they actually love running.
Why Should You Listen?
You’ll learn how Maritza helps business owners escape the “operator” trap and reclaim their role as visionary leaders. She unpacks real strategies from her consulting experiences and personal journey—including how investing in multifamily real estate gave her the foundation to take bigger risks in her entrepreneurial path.
Highlights from the Episode:
Why business growth without intention leads to burnout
The power of delegation and team empowerment
How to stop downplaying your strengths
Creating systems that drive consistent results
Why tracking leads to mastery—even with soft skills
The role of faith and mentorship in personal and business development
How Maritza is preparing for a year of public speaking and impact
 
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Nikki Mendonça brings her powerhouse energy and bold insights to the show as she shares stories from her decades-long career at the forefront of tech and marketing. From navigating billion-dollar restructures during the financial crisis to leading platform strategy for global giants like Google, Microsoft, and Uber, Nikki has seen it all.
Now based in Miami and building her fractional career, she dives into why she believes AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a career-defining force. The conversation touches on the value of curiosity, the underrated power of humor in leadership, and how staying hands-on with tech helps her continuously evolve. Plus, Nikki shares personal reflections on trading AI stocks, building her dream team, and what excites her most about the future.
 
 
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In this episode of Driven: Unscripted Success, hosts Mike Mannino Sr. and Nareman Hamdan welcome real estate powerhouse Nick Bobzien, former President of the Naples Area Board of Realtors and Realtor of the Year. With over two decades of experience in the Southwest Florida market, Nick shares how he built a career rooted in professionalism, personal relationships, and time-tested leadership strategies.
From leaving a stable golf pro job to going all-in on real estate, Nick opens up about the risks, the rewards, and how smart time management made all the difference. He dives into how staying connected with his past clients and peers fuels his referral-based business, why he avoids open houses, and the value of adapting to market shifts—even when it’s uncomfortable.
You’ll hear insights on:
Why networking still beats the MLS
How to handle market uncertainty
Time management and daily habits that keep him sharp
The real value behind buyer broker agreements
His alternative approach to passive income
The one piece of advice he’d give to new agents
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From flunking high school to becoming a top national performer at IBM, Marty Jacknis shares an inspiring and deeply human journey that challenges the idea of traditional success. In this power-packed conversation, Marty talks about the importance of mindset, asking the right questions, and thinking differently in order to maximize every opportunity—whether you're cold-calling a CEO or giving your first big keynote.
He reveals how he turned rejection into million-dollar deals, how he helped launch one of the fastest-growing private companies in America, and why simplicity, storytelling, and curiosity are the true superpowers of leadership and sales.
You’ll hear about:
His wild first job interview at IBM and what he learned from it
The surprising way he landed huge corporate deals without a network or marketing budget
The mindset that helped him thrive in the face of failure
His innovative approach to team building and motivation (yes, it involves chocolate and silver dollars)
The story that brought our host to tears—and might just change how you show appreciation
 
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What happens when you stop following the expected path and start building a career that aligns with your purpose? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with product leader, coach, and speaker Naxis Prado, whose story spans countries, industries, and personal transformation.
Naxis shares her evolution from civil engineer in Venezuela and Chile to a thriving tech leader in Miami. Along the way, she opens up about navigating language barriers, embracing self-assessment, and finding empowerment through mentorship and resilience.
She also gets real about what it takes to thrive in product management, how to identify and leverage your strengths, and why sometimes the best feedback is the kind you ignore.
🧠 What You'll Learn
How Naxis transitioned from civil engineering to tech leadership
The power of self-assessment and small, meaningful action
Navigating imposter syndrome and building confidence through action
Why aligning your strengths with your role is critical for fulfillment
Real talk on energy, personality, and finding the right environment
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