Podcast
The Title Doesn’t Matter
Hosted by spannmediallc · EN
The Title Doesn’t Matter is an interview format podcast exploring the lived experience behind the label. Each week, I talk with people across industries and career stages — from entrepreneurship to education and everywhere in between — about what their work actually looks like: the parts that don’t make it into a résumé or bio.
From startup founders and classroom teachers to corporate leaders and creatives, my guests and I unpack unexpected career pivots, hidden responsibilities, quiet doubts, and defining breakthroughs. This podcast dives into the nuance and intricacies that titles can’t capture — the growth, the ambiguity, the lessons learned, and the identity we build beyond a line on a business card.
Because at the end of the day, always remember, the title doesn't matter; you do.
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CEO of Ereztech LLC
2w ago00:53:14Tap to summarizeIn 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 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/
Transcribe →Bridal Gown Designer
Apr 1300:39:38Tap to summarizeEpisode 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)
Transcribe →Senior Project Manager - Environmental Remediation
Mar 200:58:31Tap to summarizeEpisode 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.
Transcribe →Franchise Owner and Operator for Floor Coverings International
Feb 1600:55:38Tap to summarizeCarly 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
Transcribe →Associate Professor at the University of Georgia
Feb 201:00:58Tap to summarizeDr. 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 If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to also check out Dr. Wallace's podcast, Gaming with Science, at 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/ 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
Transcribe →Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Mastermind
Jan 1900:52:03Tap to summarizeJimmy Dilz is a managing partner and co-founder of Mastermind, a certification body accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) for the assessment of management systems. Do you know what that means? Cause I didn't! Jimmy masterfully explains the complex world of ISO certifications and his company's role auditing other businesses to certify their compliance with a wide range of standardized processes. For more information about Mastermind and their work, visit their website at https://mastermindassurance.com/ or follow them on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/mastermindassurance/
Transcribe →Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Jan 700:46:40Tap to summarizeElizabeth Berlin is a Physician Assistant (or Physician Associate) working in the field of orthopedic surgery, and sports medicine. After spending 13 years in practice with the same team, EB seems to have found her forever home in the medical profession. In today's episode, she shares an inside look at the world of carpal tunnel releases, ACL repairs, joint replacements, and so much more.
Transcribe →Pilates Instructor and Myofascial Release Specialist
Dec 101:10:18Tap to summarizeEddy Rioseco runs his own business as a Pilates instructor and myofascial release specialist in Atlanta, Georgia. He works with individuals who are injured, in recovery, or simply maintaining their wellbeing, to relieve tension in their fascia tissue. In today's episode, he talks about the emotional response that is often elicited through this process, and the kinds of relief his clients have reported from trusting in the process. For more information on Eddy's work, visit pileddys.com
Transcribe →Commissioning Authority Project Manager
Nov 1000:53:23Tap to summarizeAfter realizing that climbing the ladder in fast-food franchise operations was not his calling, Michael Brickhouse went back to school for building automation, which opened the door for him enter the world of commissioning authorities. He has now worked in construction oversight and consultation for over ten years. In today's episode, he talks about the niche market and how he found his way from carrying ladders to managing commercial construction projects across the southeast.
Transcribe →Stage Actress and Musician
Oct 1300:42:29Tap to summarizeFaina Khibkin found her love for theater and performance at a young age, watching The Phantom of the Opera. Now, she works full time as a stage actress, singer, and music teacher in Atlanta, Georgia. In today's episode, we talk about the challenges unique to stage performance as well as what it is like to work as a union actor in the South. To learn more about Faina and her career, you can follow her on Instagram @Faina.Kanna.
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