The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness.
Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace.
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"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"
What happens when you scale a business with your values—not at the expense of them?
Join us for a powerful conversation with Shannon Wilburn , Co-founder of @ShineExecutiveCoaching and co-founder of @justbetweenfriends as we explore how conscious capitalism creates deeper trust, stronger teams, and more meaningful growth.
In this episode, we’ll unpack:
+ What it really takes to build community inside your company and with your customers
+ How to scale a values-base…
In a marketplace often dominated by transactions and metrics, some companies stand out by prioritizing something deeper: community. Research shows that businesses that foster emotional connection with customers outperform competitors by 85 percent i…
What happens when a company grows because it puts people first—not in spite of it?
Join us for a episode of The Bliss Business Podcast with Jeff Wharton , CEO of @BloominBlindsHQ, as we explore how empathy isn’t just a leadership trait—it’s a growth strategy.
🎙️ Hosted by Stephen Sakach & Mike Liwski
In this episode, we’ll discuss:
+ How Jeff leads a nationwide franchise with trust and emotional intelligence
+ What it looks like to operationalize empath…
Trust is the foundation of every successful business relationship, yet in today’s 24/7 news cycle, earning and keeping that trust has never been more challenging. According to Edelman’s Trust Barometer, 81% of consumers say they need to …
90% of top performers have high emotional intelligence, yet only 36% of people can recognize their emotions in real time (TalentSmart).
This gap matters because emotional intelligence, paired with gratitude, may be the most underrated driver of trust, loyalty, and long-term success in business.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Brendan Kamm, CEO of Thnks, the first global platform built on the principles of Gratitude Commerce. Under Brendan’s lead…
Emotionally connected customers deliver 306% higher lifetime value than merely satisfied ones (Harvard Business Review). In financial services, that number jumps to 800% .
Yet too often, ROI is measured only by short-term clicks and conversions. These snapshots miss the bigger picture: loyalty, advocacy, and resilience that come from building trust over time.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we explore how purpose-driven marketing ref…
Executive Producer | Host | Blog Contributor
Stephen is the host of The BLISS Business Podcast. As founder and CEO of a digital marketing and software firm, Stephen pioneers empathetic AI development and oversees strategy for a wide range of clients. He brings a diverse background spanning three decades of digital media, marketing, journalism and in-depth study of human consciousness.
Seeking to embed empathy and human-centered values into all aspects of an organization, Stephen established his digital firm's guiding ethos to “Build Love Into Scalable Systems” (BLISS) - a vision for scaling with compassion by shaping business brands, systems and culture to nurture understanding and care from the inside out.
Through interviews and discerning commentary, he makes the abstract tangible - turning research and teachings into applicable wisdom for kinder living and deeper connections.
Executive Producer | Host | Blog Contributor
Tullio Siragusa is a strategic advisor, dynamic speaker, author, and EQ coach with 36 years of experience as a technology disruptor rooted in Design Thinking. Since 2018, he has been creating, producing and hosting live podcasts, interviewing over 1,000 C-suite executives across a wide range of industries. His work behind the mic reflects his larger mission: using conversation as a catalyst for human-centric innovation.
Tullio’s commitment to purpose-driven leadership and ethical transformation is reflected in his advisory roles at the University of California, Riverside’s Design Thinking Executive Program, and the University of San Francisco School of Management’s Digital Marketing Program. As a Board Advisor at AI2030.org, he helps guide the responsible advancement of AI toward ethical and sustainable outcomes. A founding member of RadicalPurpose.org, Tullio believes empathy isn’t just a trait, it’s a non-negotiable foundation for leadership.
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Michael is known for his expertise in enterprise marketing and ROI optimization. With over two decades of experience in Financial Services, SaaS, IT Consulting, and Cybersecurity. His certifications, including Google Ads and FINRA Series 7 and 24, highlight his continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise in marketing. He serves as the Vice President of Strategic Performance at Zero Company.
A native Angeleno and devoted USC Trojan fan (#FightON), Michael is committed to positive impact both professionally and personally. He volunteers as a hospital liaison in bloodless medicine and patient blood management treatments. His volunteer work includes aiding remote Panamanian fishing villages, and he has competed in triathlons and pickleball tournaments, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and community engagement.
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Since 2002, Josh Prizer has been a cornerstone of the Zero Company team, guiding clients with multi-million dollar ad budgets toward strategic growth. With deep expertise in Google, Bing, and programmatic platforms including Display, Video, and CTV, Josh brings both precision and purpose to every campaign.
What sets Josh apart is not just his mastery of digital advertising. It is his passion for helping businesses grow into their full potential and witnessing the ripple effect that growth has on the lives of the people behind them.
Outside of work, Josh is active in his community as a volunteer educator and local baseball umpire. Whether he is teaching empathy and compassion or calling plays on the field, he is committed to fostering integrity and human connection in everything he does.
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Michele has been immersed in digital marketing since the days when Overture and Yahoo dominated, and Google was just an ambitious startup. As Zero Company's sales lead, she relishes learning about a client’s journey and the highs and lows of running their business. Her favorite podcast is “How I Built This" and of course The Bliss Business Podcast where she hosts the Marketing With Purpose Kit segments with CMO guests.
A proud Portland State gradudaate, Michele embodies the spirit of Portland: friendly, creative, a foodie, and earth-conscious. She loves yoga and outdoor activities, including biking to work, hiking, swimming, and stand-up paddle-boarding. Michele's values include compassion, kindness, and flexibility.
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Ash is a digital marketing strategist with deep expertise in PPC, SEO, social media, and data analytics. As a CMO, he develops performance-driven campaigns rooted in empathy and purpose. His analytical approach and creative insight fuel innovative growth strategies that align with the podcast’s ethos of infusing love into business systems.
Beyond marketing, Ash is a co-founder of Awaken Radio Club and an active DJ in the Los Angeles music scene. His passion for sound design and immersive experiences reflects his broader commitment to creativity, mindfulness, and personal evolution. Ash brings a unique blend of left-brain logic and right-brain artistry to everything he does.
Guest Development | Producer | Blog Contributor
Martha is a connector who brings over two decades of experience in engineering, sustainability, education, and public relations. She is part of the integrated go-to-market team at Zero Company and serves as Guest Development Lead for The Bliss Business Podcast, where she connects with purpose-driven leaders to shape meaningful conversations. Martha also produces the Marketing With Purpose Kit segments with CMO guests.
Her career includes founding nonprofits, and speaking at global forums in Malaysia, Dubai, and Paris. A passionate community builder, Martha also mentors women entrepreneurs and supports environmental initiatives across Mexico and the U.S. Her work reflects a deep commitment to impact, inclusion, and authentic leadership.