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In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Vincent Forese, President & CEO of Link-Systems International, about the evolving role of AI in education. Vincent explains how responsible AI can enhance tutoring, improve student outcomes, and support educators while preserving academic integrity and the value of human mentorship. About Vincent Forese An Ed Tech executive with a long term vision and an immediate term operations skill set. 20+ years experience in organizational behavior, finance, information systems, sales/marketing, and product development. Deeply vested in educational products and services that can change people's lives. About Link-Systems International Link-Systems International, Inc. (LSI) is a market-leading software company that helps academic institutions create effective digital solutions for teaching and learning. Launched in 1995, LSI has created several unique and powerful software platforms that facilitate the sharing of content over the Internet. We specialize in mathematics, technical and scientific content, the most critical types of online content with respect to student persistence, and the most difficult to share online. Their customers include K-12 publishers, higher education publishers, virtual high schools, higher education institutions, technology companies, and joint programs dedicated to providing online educational content to members of organized labor and their families. Their partners and customers have come to value and trust LSI because we are the only company that offers a complete suite of interoperable solutions that address the entire life cycle of the student, with an overt focus on the bottom line: student persistence and student retention. Watch Full Episode on Youtube. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Christian Czernich, Founder & Managing Director of Althera42 Capital Partners. Christian shares how royalty investing is evolving into a differentiated private market asset class, discusses its application in the technology sector, and explains why founders and investors are embracing this alternative approach to growth capital. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Jim Strugger, Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Kineo Capital. Jim discusses Kineo Capital's investment thesis around AI infrastructure, energy, and grid modernization, explaining why the physical infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence could drive investment opportunities for years to come. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Dane Johnson, CEO of Crohn's Colitis Lifestyle. Dane shares his personal recovery journey, discusses holistic approaches to managing IBD, and explains how his organization empowers individuals with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through education, coaching, and community support. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Melissa Bradley, Founder & GP of BEA Venture Fund. Melissa discusses her investment philosophy, active approach to supporting founders, and how BEA Venture Fund backs companies that address structural challenges while creating meaningful economic opportunity and strong financial returns. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Sam Rosenberg, Founder of Live Ready. Sam shares lessons from his career in executive protection, discussing situational awareness, preparedness, and the mindset needed to help individuals, families, and organizations respond confidently to uncertainty and personal security challenges. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Euler Bropleh, Founder & Managing Partner of VestedWorld. Euler shares his investment thesis for Africa, explains how entrepreneurship and technology are accelerating economic development, and discusses why supporting early-stage businesses can create lasting impact across the continent. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Camille Krejci, Managing Director of CMK Capital. Camille discusses private credit, fintech-enabled lending, and how CMK Capital uses data-driven underwriting to finance short-term commercial receivables while supporting business growth across Southeast Asia. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Owen Lozman, Managing Partner at 55 North. Owen discusses the rapid evolution of quantum computing, the investment opportunities emerging across the sector, and why infrastructure, growth capital, and long-term thinking will play a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Russ Flicker, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of AWH Partners. Russ discusses hospitality investing, navigating multiple market cycles, and how AWH Partners leverages proprietary data, AI, and operational expertise to identify and execute investment opportunities in the hotel sector. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices