

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.
B.L.I.S.S.
"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"
The market doesn’t need more marketing.
It needs marketing that actually matters.
In a world flooded with noise, the brands that win are the ones built with clarity, conviction, and a deep understanding of the people they serve.
In this week’s Marketing With Purpose Kit from The Bliss Business Podcast, we’re joined by Courtney Joaquin, Founder & CEO of Too Much Consulting.
Courtney is a fractional CMO and growth leader with 15+ years of experience in highly reg…
What if service was not just an action, but infrastructure?
What if the most successful organizations and even societies were built on a foundation of contribution, connection, and purpose?
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we will welcome Julie Budkowski, Managing Director, and Brian Baird, Founder & Executive Director of the National Museum and Center for Service, two leaders dedicated to elevating service as a powerful force for community impact, leadership, an…
Community is one of the most powerful drivers of business growth.
But building it takes more than just creating content. It requires intention, strategy, and real connection.
In this episode of The Bliss Business Podcast, we will welcome Vince Quinn, Founder of SBX Productions, a podcast strategist and former national radio host who helps businesses turn content into clients by building meaningful communities.
After nearly a decade in sports radio, including producing for …
Does your ETF product page start with what your visitor wants to know most?
Most ETF website visits are not research sessions. They are decision sprints.
ETF marketers do not have a traffic problem. They have a trust-at-speed problem.
One of the easiest mistakes in ETF marketing is to treat every website visit like a long-form research journey. But many of the most important visits are short, high-intent, and confirmation-driven.
Someone searches your ticker.
They la…
Community work often gets treated as charity, something a company does on the side once the “real work” is done. That mindset misses what is actually happening. Strong communities are built through access: access to resources, access to …
Work rarely breaks people. Life does. The collision happens when life hits hard and the workplace keeps demanding predictable output as if nothing is happening.
That gap is where grace becomes real.
In this special edition monologue of The Bliss B…

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.

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.