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Going Beyond the Deal

Going Beyond the Deal

By: J. Michael Fischer Jr | DBD Investment Bank
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Welcome to Going Beyond The Deal. The show for founders, business owners, and professionals who want to grow smarter, achieve bigger exits, and build a legacy that lasts. Your host is no other than, J. Michael Fischer Jr – connector, life-long student of personal growth, and Managing Director at DBD – a bespoke investment bank that helps businesses handle big financial moves. Each week, we look beyond the numbers and the deals to talk about what really drives success. You'll hear from entrepreneurs, strategists, and top performers about the mindset, habits, and decisions that help businesses — and people — keep moving forward. If you're getting ready to sell, raise capital, or just level up — you're in the right place.Copyright © 2025 DBD Partners LLC Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Personal Finance
Episodes
  • 43 | Amy Hedrick – Why Ignoring Device Hygiene Could Cost You Big

    43 | Amy Hedrick – Why Ignoring Device Hygiene Could Cost You Big
    May 19 2026

    What if the unseen threat in your daily tech use is more dangerous and more addressable than you think?

    In this episode, Amy Hedrick, CEO and founder of Cleanbox Technology, shares how a single unnoticed risk ignited a revolution in technology hygiene. Joined by your host, they dive deep into the urgent and overlooked dangers of shared devices, unpacking the surprising business opportunity lurking in plain sight. You'll hear untold stories of pivoting through pandemics, navigating brutal manufacturing realities, and the ruthless gap between brilliant ideas and execution.

    If you miss this conversation, you’ll risk being blindsided by threats to your business and personal safety that most still ignore. Listen now for real-world lessons in spotting hidden opportunities and building the solutions the world quietly needs. This episode reveals what others won’t before your competitors catch on.

    Timestamped Highlights

    00:24 – The overlooked threat hiding in your daily tech routine

    02:53 – The breakthrough realization that transformed an industry

    04:12 – Why solving the invisible risk is bigger than the tech itself

    06:20 – The simple science powering Cleanbox’s device safety

    09:05 – One minute to surprising results: Game-changing disinfection

    12:05 – Becoming the pick and shovel in a suddenly crowded industry

    16:19 – The brutal gap between innovation and execution

    18:50 – Pandemic chaos: What it really took to deliver under pressure

    25:15 – The industry secrets Amy used to stay far ahead

    Mentioned Resources
    • Smithsonian Institute
    • Mobile World Congress
    • IUVA (International UV Association)
    • UV Safe
    • ASTM

    About the Guest

    Amy Hedrick is the CEO and founder of Cleanbox Technology, a pioneer in UVC LED device hygiene solutions. With over a decade innovating in technology and manufacturing, she has led Cleanbox to market leadership across healthcare, education, and enterprise sectors. Amy Hedrick is recognized for her industry advocacy and commitment to next-generation tech safety.

    🔗 LinkedIn | Website

    Important Links
    • Feel Fully Alive: The 5 Dimensions of Vitality gives you the framework to thrive. Get your copy here.
    • Stay Ahead in Business: Michael shares strategies to boost your financial decisions. Read his latest blog.
    • Grow Your Wealth: Book a call with DBD Investment Bank

    Going Beyond the Deal is an original podcast brought to you by J. Michael Fischer Jr. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.
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    32 mins
  • 42 | Brad Younggren – The Powerful Longevity Therapies Nobody Talks About

    42 | Brad Younggren – The Powerful Longevity Therapies Nobody Talks About
    May 12 2026
    What if the real breakthroughs in longevity are happening behind the scenes, hidden from mainstream health trends?This episode features Brad Younggren, CEO of Circulate Health, who’s quietly transforming how advanced therapies reach people determined to live longer, healthier lives. Together, he and Michael dig deep into the urgent gap between hyped-up longevity ideas and what’s really working, unveiling the proven therapies, innovation battles, and business models driving this high-stakes revolution.Tune in if you want more than surface-level biohacking or wellness trends. Miss this episode, and you risk being left out of the coming shift in healthcare and health investment. Listen now for an inside look you won’t find anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights00:58 – The battlefield lesson that forever changed his approach to healthcare02:18 – The first smartphone medical device and why it shook up the system05:07 – The real reason patients of all ages engage with health tech06:33 – The counterintuitive truth about what “longevity” really means08:12 – The unexpected trial that’s redefining plasma therapy’s possibilities11:19 – Microplastics, toxins, and the radical science of removing them from your body13:17 – Why high-powered longevity clinics are exploding and what that means for business18:14 – The bold affiliate model changing how data drives healthcare breakthroughs21:56 – What it costs to hack your health span (and why that might soon change)23:47 – The explosive business opportunities few investors see coming in healthspanMentioned ResourcesCirculate Trial (Aging Cell journal, also featured in The New York Times)Cue Health (COVID at-home testing)98.6 TechnologiesAMBAR Trial (Alzheimer’s and plasma exchange)Function HealthPrenuvo and Ezra (full body MRI brands)GLP1 peptidesUS HHS/ARPA STOMP grant for microplastics researchAbout the GuestBrad Younggren is the CEO of Circulate Health, leading advances in therapeutic plasma exchange and data-driven longevity. A physician by background and health tech pioneer, he’s known for bridging frontline patient care with scalable medical innovation. His expertise includes clinical trials, digital health, and launching game-changing healthcare platforms.🔗 LinkedIn | WebsiteImportant LinksFeel Fully Alive: The 5 Dimensions of Vitality gives you the framework to thrive. Get your copy here.Stay Ahead in Business: Michael shares strategies to boost your financial decisions. Read his latest blog.Grow Your Wealth: Book a call with DBD Investment BankGoing Beyond the Deal is an original podcast brought to you by J. Michael Fischer Jr. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.
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    29 mins
  • 41 | Bill Butrymowicz – How to Win Big in the Beverage Industry

    41 | Bill Butrymowicz – How to Win Big in the Beverage Industry
    May 5 2026
    Is your approach to launching or investing in beverage brands holding you back without you knowing it?In this high-impact conversation, J. Michael Fisher Jr. sits down with Bill Petromovich, a proven beverage industry operator and investor, to expose what really drives brand success, what keeps founders from ever breaking through, and why old-school juice could be the next billion-dollar disruption. With decades of distribution experience, from Snapple to the latest wellness startups, Bill Petromovich reveals the brutal pitfalls and smart strategies behind today's biggest wins and flameouts, including the unseen dangers of scaling too soon or chasing hype.If you've ever wondered how to spot the next breakout brand, avoid losing your shirt as an investor, or build a business worth real money, this episode gives you the inside edge almost nobody shares. Listen now before your competition does or risk missing the shifts that decide who actually wins in this crowded market.Timestamped Highlights00:55 – The unexpected story behind Snapple's rise and family business grit05:07 – Why most founders choose the wrong brands to back and how to fix it10:30 – The "dead" juice category with a shocking $26B white space14:27 – From zero to Best New Brand: inside Loom’s wild first 90 days17:18 – Brutal mistakes founders make when scaling too fast19:15 – The hidden power of authenticity over mainstream appeal22:05 – The undervalued secret behind massive beverage exits30:54 – When holding on too long destroys the biggest brandsMentioned ResourcesSnappleLiquid DeathVita CocoLemon PerfectPoppiOlipopBody ArmorCelsiusKDP (Keurig Dr Pepper)New EraAEGBowery PresentsThe NIDA GroupShopRiteUnifiCahiPhish (the band)TurnstileJustice HaynesNyck HarborForbesRolling StoneAbout the GuestBill Butrymowicz is the CEO and Founder of Loom Brands, and a leader in beverage distribution and investment. With a legacy built on distributing brands like Snapple, Fiji, and Liquid Death, he is recognized for his industry analysis in Forbes and Rolling Stone, and for scaling fresh, culturally relevant products across the U.S.🔗 LinkedIn | WebsiteImportant LinksFeel Fully Alive: The 5 Dimensions of Vitality gives you the framework to thrive. Get your copy here.Stay Ahead in Business: Michael shares strategies to boost your financial decisions. Read his latest blog.Grow Your Wealth: Book a call with DBD Investment BankGoing Beyond the Deal is an original podcast brought to you by J. Michael Fischer Jr. Production and editing by Podcast Your Brand.
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    36 mins
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