Join us for an insightful and action-packed episode of Heroes Rising.

Guest: Richard Walsh, CEO of Sharpen the Spear Coaching, brings more than three decades of entrepreneurial experience. As the bestselling author of *Escape the Owner Prison*, Richard has helped contractors regain control, scale their businesses and accelerate growth while enjoying life. In addition to being a speaker and podcast host, he is also a seasoned U.S. Marine, champion boxer, black belt, and internationally recognized steel sculptor. His broad experience spans both strategic and tactical domains, allowing him to deliver immediate, problem-solving results and sustainable, long-term growth strategies.

With his focus on systematization and scalability, Richard integrates time compression techniques to provide fast and lasting results. His methods are tested and proven, providing companies with clear instructions and detailed planning to achieve their goals while maintaining traditional values and reliability. Whether you want to optimize your processes or take your business to the next level, Richard's comprehensive and disciplined approach will lead you to success.

Guest: Evgeniy Kharam is a renowned cybersecurity professional with a wealth of experience. He has spent more than 40,000 hours providing pre- and post-sales support as an architect and lead consultant in various technology domains. Serving mid-to-large enterprises with workforces of 500 to 100,000, his passion for cybersecurity is evident in his extensive knowledge and dedication to vendor relations and architecture.

Host: Sifu Rafael, Master Instructor and Owner of Max Martial Arts & Fitness, Founder of Speaking Prowess, and Trainer at Codebreaker Technologies, LLC. Sifu Rafael uses a 10,000 square foot training facility in New York to combine martial arts and advanced communication methods. His mission is to make effective communication skills accessible to everyone, giving clients clarity and purpose. A seasoned speaker, he masterfully combines verbal and physical techniques to captivate his audience.

Co-host: Jose Escobar is a nationally recognized personal development speaker and author of ten books. He is a sales professional and the visionary behind The Entrepreneur's Bookshelf and the Connected Leaders Academy. These six-figure business models have allowed Jose to surpass seven-figure profits and reach an audience totaling more than 30 million people.

Jose's leadership in communities of high-level entrepreneurs and advanced leaders demonstrates his commitment to personal development and community building. His dynamic speaking style and proven strategies inspire others to reach their highest potential, fostering a supportive and ethical environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

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