Scrappy to Scalable: Human centered AI that drives growth!
Felipe Crook
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Small firms aren’t supposed to beat the giants. But they can—if they harness AI the right way.
From Scrappy to Scalable, powered by Caldor Dynamics, is the contrarian podcast for consultants and boutique firms who want to grow smarter, not just bigger. We cut through AI hype with practical insights, real-world case studies, and human-centered strategies that build predictable pipelines, turn expertise into authority, and scale operations without bloated headcount.
Caldor Dynamics helps consulting firms move beyond word-of-mouth with a proven AI-powered Growth Engine—then bridges into the future of Virtual Operations, building compliance-ready, AI-driven backbones for sustainable growth.
Subscribe if you want to compete with giants, level the playing field, and prepare your firm for the era of Virtual Ops.
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Stop Guessing, Start Tracking: How a 21-Year-Old Turned Debt Into $75K in 30 Days
Want to make money online in 2025? This entrepreneur mindset conversation will change how you think about business growth forever. 21-year-old Jaryd Visser shares the exact sales strategy and digital…
Build a Business That Runs Without You | Scaling, Exit Strategy & Leadership Maturity
What if your business stopped depending on you to survive? In this episode, Victoria Peterson, CEO and Co-Founder of Productive Dentist Academy, shares what it really takes to build a business that…
From Software Founder to Buying Businesses: The Fastest Way to Scale
In this episode, Felipe Crook sits down with Jaime Manzanera, founder of Amicus Infinitum, to break down a powerful journey from building and selling a software company to becoming a fractional…
Selling on Amazon in 2026 Is a Different Game
If you’re thinking about starting — or scaling — an e-commerce business, this episode will save you years of costly mistakes. Felipe Crook sits down with Shawn Khorrami, serial entrepreneur and…
The Operating Model That Guarantees Revenue Scaling
Sales systems are breaking — not because teams aren’t working hard, but because they’re built without alignment, focus, or humanity. In this episode, Dionne Mejer, Founder & CEO of Revenue by…
Why Only 2.7% of Women-Owned Businesses Hit $1M — And How to Beat It
In this episode of From Scrappy to Scalable, we dive deep into what holds women business owners back from breaking past the $1M revenue mark—and what it really takes to scale a small business into a…
6 Non-Negotiables to Grow Your Business & Culture | Randy Pennington
If you’re trying to figure out how to scale your business without destroying your culture, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Felipe Crook (co-founder of Caldor Dynamics) sits down with…
The 3Cs Every Nonprofit Needs to Survive and Scale (Compliance, Culture, Consistency)
You started a nonprofit to change lives, not to stay up at night worrying about payroll, the IRS, and HR fires. 😅 In this episode of Scrappy to Scalable, host Felipe Crook sits down with Janneh…
The REAL Reason Businesses Fail (And How to Fix It) — Russell Disberger Tells All!
In this episode, Felipe Crook sits down with Russell Disberger — CEO of Aspen Business Group and a consultant who has helped over 4,000 executives, founders, and organizations across 30+ years. If…
From Netflix to Docker: The Secret to Leading High-Performing Teams
“In this episode, Felipe Crook talks with Jeffrey Strauss, Director of IT and Workplace Operations at Docker, the world’s #1 developer platform used by millions of engineers. Jeff shares leadership…
The Secret Way Small Businesses Compete With Giants
What really drives scale? Serial entrepreneur Robert Manasier shares why growth isn’t about shortcuts—it’s about people, systems, and brutal honesty. In this episode, we explore how Robert has built…
The Truth About Why Startups Fail (and How to Fix It)
What can small and midsize business leaders learn from Silicon Valley’s greatest success stories? In this episode, Caldor Dynamics co-founder Felipe Crook talks with Jennifer Selby Long, founder of…
What Is AI Governance and Why Does It Matter?
What happens if we fail to govern AI responsibly in the next 24 months? Will it be profits, people, or public trust that collapse first? In this powerful episode, Felipe Crook sits down with Nikki…
Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Conquering Imposter Syndrome with Michelle Delgado
How do you move past self-doubt and imposter syndrome to unlock your true potential? In this episode, Felipe Crook speaks with Michele Delgado, founder of Hartmetrics, who coaches leaders,…
Automating Success: Archer Lawrence on Event Industry Growth
What if you could save 15+ hours a week with automation? In this episode, Felipe Crook interviews Archer Lawrence, CEO of Loophole Automation, a company that helps event businesses and SMBs…
From Toys to Compliance: Product Safety Secrets Revealed with Rachael Shagott
What does it take to launch safe, compliant products in today’s market? In this episode, Felipe Crook sits down with Rachael Shagott, founder of Best Practice Quality, who brings over 40 years of…
S1E1 Fractional Leadership & AI: How 5FT View Helps Businesses Scale Smarter with Stephanie Warlick
In this episode of Scrappy to Scalable, brought to you by Caldor Dynamics, we dive into how fractional executives and AI are transforming the way businesses grow with guest Stephanie Warlick, founder…
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Scrappy to Scalable: Human centered AI that drives growth! has published 17 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.
Scrappy to Scalable: Human centered AI that drives growth! is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 40m.
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