Thrive Radio ™

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Thrive Radio delivers expert, visionary insight on business, life, and relationships for people who want to do the impossible. Hosted by Amy Montgomery, the show explores real challenges, hidden obstacles, and practical strategies for creating meaningful progress—personally and professionally.

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June 1, 202632 min

How One Dentist Is Reinventing Pet Oral Care with Dr Allen Cooper Ep 269

In this episode of Thrive Radio, Aimee Montgomery sits down with Dr. Allan Coopersmith, dentist, educator, inventor, entrepreneur, and founder of ChewMate, to explore the surprising connection between oral health, overall wellness, and entrepreneurship. After more than 50 years in dentistry, Dr. Coopersmith discovered a major problem most pet owners overlook: dental disease in dogs and cats. What started with a simple frustration brushing his own dog’s teeth turned into an innovative pet wellness company focused on prevention, education, and changing the future of pet oral care. In this conversation, you’ll learn: * why dental disease is one of the most preventable health conditions * the hidden connection between oral health and whole-body wellness * how innovation often comes from solving everyday frustrations * the entrepreneurial lessons behind launching a mission-driven product brand * why education and trust matter more than just selling products * how Dr. Coopersmith built a wellness-focused company around long-term impact Dr. Coopersmith also shares powerful insights about entrepreneurship, product development, prevention-based healthcare, and what it really takes to build a brand people trust. Whether you’re a pet owner, entrepreneur, wellness advocate, or someone passionate about innovation, this episode is packed with practical insights and meaningful conversation. Learn more about ChewMate and their mission to improve pet oral health at GetChewMate.com.

May 30, 202626 min

The Truth About Building A Slow Fashion Brand That Lasts with Barclay Saul EP 268

In this episode of Thrive Radio, Aimee Montgomery sits down with Barclay Saul, founder of Kyrgies, a sustainable footwear and lifestyle brand bringing ancient wool felting traditions from Kyrgyzstan into modern homes. What started as a love for wool slippers has grown into a mission-driven brand built around comfort, craftsmanship, ethical production, and conscious living. Barclay shares how Kyrgies partners with skilled artisans in Kyrgyzstan, supports women-owned production, reduces waste, and creates products designed to be beautiful, functional, and made the right way. This conversation goes beyond slippers. Aimee and Barclay talk about what it really takes to build a brand with soul, why sustainability is more than a marketing angle, how founders can scale without losing their values, and why doing business the right way still matters. They also discuss the challenges of growing a product-based business, the importance of capitalization, the difference between building a lifestyle business and a national brand, and how Kyrgies is expanding into new sustainable products like robes, socks, sweaters, and accessories. In this episode, you’ll learn: * how Kyrgies turned traditional wool felting into a modern lifestyle brand * why sustainability has to be built into the supply chain, not added later * what it takes to scale a handmade product-based business * how ethical production can become part of a brand’s identity * why founders need the right capital to grow * how storytelling helps customers care about what they buy * why craftsmanship, comfort, and conscious living still matter If you’re an entrepreneur, ecommerce founder, product-based business owner, or someone who cares about sustainability and slow fashion, this episode will give you a thoughtful look at building a brand that feels good, does good, and lasts. Learn more about Kyrgies at kyrgies.com.

May 27, 202639 min

What It Really Takes to Launch an Ecommerce Brand From Scratch with Zach Braman Ep 267

In this episode of Thrive Radio, Aimee Montgomery sits down with Zach Braman, entrepreneur, husband, father, and founder of Chubies — a children’s footwear brand created to solve real problems for modern parents. Zach and his wife built Chubies after seeing a need for children’s shoes that support healthy foot development, encourage outdoor activity, and give parents more peace of mind. Their barefoot-style children’s shoes include a wide toe box for natural movement and an AirTag-compatible pocket designed to help parents keep track of the shoe. This conversation goes far beyond footwear. Aimee and Zach talk about what it really takes to build a product-based business from scratch, why trust matters more than traffic, how founders can use real stories instead of over-explaining their products, and why building in public can create connection before a brand officially launches. They also discuss faith, imposter syndrome, manufacturing challenges, entrepreneurship as personal growth, and the deeper mission behind creating a brand that helps kids become more active. In this episode, you’ll learn: * why Zach and his wife left the traditional path to build a business together * how Chubies is using product innovation to solve parent pain points * why trust is one of the most important assets a new brand can build * how storytelling can sell better than facts alone * what founders need to know about product development and manufacturing * why building a community before launch matters * how faith and support systems help entrepreneurs stay grounded If you’re an entrepreneur, ecommerce founder, parent, or product-based business owner, this episode will give you a real look at the emotional, strategic, and practical side of building a meaningful brand from the ground up.

April 2, 202628 min

Marketing Minute | Why Your Website Isn't Converting

I went live with branding photographer Doss Miller, and we unpacked one of the biggest misconceptions in marketing right now: Most businesses think they have a traffic problem. They don’t. They have a belief problem. In this conversation, we break down why people can land on your website, read your content, and still not buy, and how the real issue often comes down to a disconnect between your messaging and your visuals. We talk about: • Why “explaining” your offer doesn’t convert • The role of emotion in buying decisions • How visuals either build trust… or quietly destroy it • The difference between stock content and intentional branding • And how aligning your message + visuals can dramatically increase sales I also share a real example of a brand that increased revenue by 30% in one week—without more traffic, ads, or discounts, just by restoring the right message. If you’ve ever felt like your marketing should be working… but isn’t, this episode will show you what’s actually missing. Because once belief is there, everything changes. If you are interested in the offers we mentioned you can reach out at https://acalltothrive.com/services and apply to get unstuck.

March 29, 202611 min

Marketing Minute | The Real Reason Your Not Getting Buyers

Most ecommerce stores don’t have a traffic problem—they have a moment where belief doesn’t happen. In this episode, I break down why people can visit your website, understand your product, and still not buy. This isn’t about needing more content or more visibility. It’s about what your customer experiences the moment they land on your page and whether they feel enough certainty to move forward. I share real stories from my own experience, including how storytelling in direct response marketing generated millions in revenue, how shifting from teaching to transformation helped scale a product-based business to over $5M, and how a simple email sequence increased revenue by 30% in just one week without adding any new traffic. We also look at what’s working in ecommerce right now and why certain brands are thriving while others are struggling, and what that actually means for your business. If your store should be converting better than it is, this episode will help you identify where things are breaking down and what to focus on instead.

December 9, 20255 min

Marketing Minute: The Cure, the Clarity, and the Comeback EP 266

In this episode, Aimee Montgomery shares the story she’s never fully told — how she went from fighting for her life to finding the cure that restored her clarity, her energy, and the direction of her entire business. She reveals how the same pattern-recognition that helped her heal is the same ability she uses to scale brands: seeing what others miss, identifying the invisible friction, and understanding the truth beneath the symptoms. Aimee also opens up about what it was like to run a business while sick — the blurred boundaries, the undercharging, the exhaustion — and how returning to full health brought back her standards, her voice, and her strategic strength. Inside this episode: • The cure that changed everything • Why healing sharpened her ability to read brands • How boundaries collapse when the founder is overwhelmed • What happened inside her agency once she regained clarity • Why growth isn’t marketing — it’s removing friction • The launch of To Thrive Health and her upcoming book This is a conversation about leadership, clarity, resilience, and what truly happens when the founder comes back online. If you’ve been in a season where everything looks like it should be working but nothing is moving, this episode will shift the way you think about your business — and yourself.

November 9, 202538 min

How to Turn a Beauty Idea into a Global Brand with Beth Bender Ep 265

Beth Bender is the President and Creative Director of Beth Bender Beauty, and a true pioneer in the beauty industry. In 2003, she revolutionized eye makeup by creating the world’s first eyeliner and eye makeup stencils; tools designed to help anyone, no matter their skill level, achieve professional looks with ease. With over 20 patents for her designs, Beth has not only changed how people approach makeup but has also built a legacy of innovation and accessibility. Her products have been featured in top magazines and used by celebrities, and she continues to push boundaries through SkinLure and her newest venture, Sainte Labs. Beth’s story is about creativity, resilience, and making beauty effortless for everyone. What you will learn in this podcast: • How Beth validated a real problem and prototyped the first stencil from an eyebrow guide. • Protecting innovation: building a moat with 20+ patents and handling copycats. • Scaling without stores: leveraging Amazon, viral moments (Today Show, influencers), and social proof. • Creativity vs. business: separating formulation time from pricing, marketing, and channel strategy. • Launch tactics that work now: hero products (Sainte Labs neck cream), before/afters, TikTok Live/QVC, and word-of-mouth. • Founder mindset: resilience through crises, trusting your gut, avoiding bad partners, and playing the long game. Connect with Beth Here https://acalltothrive.com/how-to-turn-a-beauty-idea-into-a-global-brand

September 16, 202538 min

DO IT SCARED: BELIEVE IT AND BUILD IT WITH Chithra Kannan EP 264

Chithra Kannan is the Founder and CEO of Skin Centrick a clean, organic, and futuristic skincare and haircare brand that’s making waves around the world. With a background in business analytics from Harvard and a fearless entrepreneurial journey spanning software, fashion tech, and now beauty, Chithra has built a global brand that’s redefining skincare through innovation, sustainability, and empowerment. She’s also the owner of four Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies, and a passionate advocate for women embracing their power. In this podcast you will learn: - Why leaving a “safe” career path can open the door to true fulfillment and entrepreneurship. - What recognition and awards really mean for a leader—and how they create responsibility, not rest. - The elephant-and-chain mindset shift that reveals what’s holding women back from stepping into their power. - How fear shows up in business and life, and the turning point when it no longer has to control you. - Why building a clean, natural, and futuristic brand matters for health, safety, and integrity. - The biggest challenges of scaling a beauty brand globally—and how to overcome them with strategy. - Three core principles of entrepreneurial success you can apply to your own journey. - One mindset shift that will change the way you see yourself, your confidence, and your potential. Learn more here https://acalltothrive.com/do-it-scared-founder-lessons-from-skincentrics-chithra-kannan

August 24, 202530 min

The Skincare That Saves Butterflies: Chris Amendt on Beauty With Purpose Ep 263

Chris Amendt is a visionary entrepreneur who turned her passion for conservation into a groundbreaking mission to save the iconic monarch butterfly. After leaving the corporate medical world, Chris founded Native Monarchs, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring butterfly habitats, and later launched Monarch Botanika, a skincare brand that uses milkweed seed oil to blend beauty with environmental purpose. Her journey is one of resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to creating a legacy that nurtures both nature and people. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Chris Amendt walked away from a corporate medical career to dedicate her life to monarch butterfly conservation. The surprising connection between milkweed seeds, skincare, and saving pollinators. The challenges monarch butterflies face today—and how small changes in your own backyard can make a big impact. How resilience, creativity, and purpose carried Chris through the pandemic and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Why blending business with conservation can create a lasting legacy for both people and the planet. Connect with Chris here https://acalltothrive.com/the-skincare-that-saves-butterflies

August 11, 202513 min