Dr. Arlen D. Meyers, founder of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs, returns to Business Unconventional to discuss his forthcoming book, The Life Science Innovation Roadmap: Getting Your Ideas to Market. Dr. Meyers was first a guest on our February 12, 2012 program.

In the words of one of B. Unconventional's producers, "Dr. Meyers may very well be 'The Most Interesting Man in the World.'"  Dr. Meyers is a Fulbright Scholar, a university professor with an MD and MBA, a serial entrepreneur, and a champion for health care innovation.  

On B. Unconventional, Dr. Meyers shares his vision for transforming Colorado into the Digital Health Capital of the World.  His mission is to speed health care innovation from concept to the patient bedside.

Business Unconventional is hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart and airs each Sunday morning at 8 a.m. (Mountain Time).  The program is also streamed over the Internet at www.710KNUS.com.  

Rotbart is managing editor of Medical Backbone and serves as the volunteer director of communications for SoPE.

Original Air Date:  May 13, 2012
Photo:  Dr. Arlen D. Meyers, SoPE 

Lynn Bronikowski, head of communications for The Denver Hospice and spokesperson for The 2012 Mask Project, discusses the history of the every-other-year fundraiser and the ways in which area businesses participate.

The Mask Project is one of the most innovative - and successful - charity fundraisers held in Colorado.  Begun in 1998, it has already raised more than $4 million and Bronikowski says the Denver Hospice hopes to add another $500,000 to the total this year.

On Saturday, May 12th, the Mask Project held its gala part at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Dependable Cleaners was the project's presenting sponsor.

Business Unconventional airs each Sunday morning at 8 a.m. (Mountain Time).  The program is also streamed over the Internet at www.710KNUS.com. The program is hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart.

Innovative business owners and entrepreneurs who would like to share their stories with B. Unconventional listeners are invited to contact the program at: 303-800-6081.  Sponsorship opportunities are also available for those seeking to reach small business decision makers.

Original Air Date: May 13, 2012 
Photo: Lynn Bronikowski, The Denver Hospice/Mask Project

Alicia Vargo, owner of Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie and Pampered Passions Care Wear Boutique, continues her conversation about serving the breast cancer survivor marketplace and her commitment to supporting cancer-related charities.

Among the multiple charities that Alicia supports are the American Cancer Society and the AMC Cancer Fund.

Since Alicia last appeared as a guest on our Valentine’s Day edition, she has opened her first Pampered Passions Care Wear Boutique, located in Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, at 2555 Downing Street.

This is the second of a two-part interview.

Also on this segment, Homer Hudson Hillis Jr., B. Unconventional's Certified Entrepreneur #1, shares his thoughts on the topic of customer acquistion.  Among his Homerisdom's:  "There is not a lot of competition on the second mile. So you just have got to go the second mile."

Business Unconventional is hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart and airs each Sunday morning at 8 a.m. (Mountain Time).  The program is also streamed over the Internet at www.710KNUS.com.

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Original Air Date: May 13, 2012
Photo: Alicia Vargo, Pampered Passions Care Wear

Business Unconventional welcomed Alicia Vargo back to our studios this week to discuss the important work that she and her team at Pampered Passions Fine Lingerie have been engaged in: retailing care wear for breast cancer survivors and other women following surgery.

Since Alicia appeared as a guest on our Valentine’s Day edition, she has opened her first Pampered Passions Care Wear Boutique, located in Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, at 2555 Downing Street.

Alicia discusses her plans for other Pampered Passions Care Wear Boutiques, as well as her company’s involvement with several local cancer-related charities.

This is the first of a two-part interview.

Business Unconventional is hosted by David Biondo and Dean Rotbart and airs each Sunday morning at 8 a.m. (Mountain Time).  The program is also streamed over the Internet at www.710KNUS.com.

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Original Air Date: May 13, 2012
Photo: Interior of Pampered Passions Care Wear at Porter Adventist Hospital