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The American Dreams show was the brainchild of Alan Olsen, CPA, MBA. It was originally created to fill a specific need; often inexperienced entrepreneurs lacked basic information about raising capital and how to successfully start a business. Alan sincerely wanted to respond to the many requests from aspiring entrepreneurs asking for the information and introductions they needed. But he had to find a way to help in which his venture capital clients and friends would not mind. The American Dreams show became the solution, first as a radio show and now with YouTube videos as well. Always respectful of interview guests’ time, he’s able to give access to information and inspiration previously inaccessible to first‑time entrepreneurs who need it most. They can listen to venture capitalists and successful business people explain first‑hand how they got to where they are, how to start a company, overcome challenges, envision future opportunities, balance work and life, and so much more.
Topics from guests have included:
- Creating purpose in life
- Building a foundation for their life
- Solving problems
- Finding fulfillment through philanthropy and service
- Becoming self‑reliant
- Enhancing effective leadership
- Balancing family and work
American Dreams discusses many topics from some of the world's most successful individuals about their secrets to life's success.
Recent American Dreams Episodes
How To Become a Leader – Richard King, past President of Rotary International
How To Become a Leader – Richard King, past President of Rotary International Alan I’m here today with Richard King Richard King is a attorney with King King and King here in the Silicon Valley, and also served as the International rotary president in 2000 to 2003 2001 2000 to 2000, late 2002. Thank you,…
Recipe to Success – Noah Alper, founder of Noah’s Bagels
Recipe to Success – Noah Alper, founder of Noah’s Bagels Transcript: Announcer Welcome to American Dreams keys to success with your host, Alan Olsen. Welcome Alan back. I’m here today with Noah Alper. He is the founder of Noah’s bagels, and also a serial entrepreneur. Noah, welcome to today’s show. Noah Thank you, Alan. It’s…
Angels and Entrepreneurs – Venk Shukla, Chairman of TiE Angels
Angels and Entrepreneurs – Venk Shukla, Chairman of TiE Angels Transcript: Announcer 0:00 Welcome to American Dreams keys to success with your host, Ellen Olsen. Alan 0:05 Welcome back. I’m here today with Venk Shukla. vincas, the current president of Thai tea, ie, it’s a Silicon Valley organization comprised of entrepreneurs here in the valley,…
Tim Draper: How I got into Venture Capital
Episode Transcript of: Tim Draper: How I got into Venture Capital Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Tim Draper. Tim is the founder of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, a founding partner of Draper Fisher Jurvetson. He’s the headmaster at Draper University. He is also founder or creator of viral marketing. And he’s also a proponent…
2015 Tax | Ron Cohen
Interview Transcript of: 2015 Tax | Ron Cohen Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Ron Cohen. Ron is a partner in the firm of Greenstone Rogoff and Olson, and Ron’s Good to have you on today’s show. Ron Thank you. Good to be here. Alan So, Ron, how did you end up as a…
Scouting Leaders for Life | Ken Melhorn
Episode Transcript of: Scouting Leaders for Life | Ken Melhorn Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Ken Melhorn. Ken is executive director at the Bay Area Boy Scouts. Welcome to today’s show. Ken Thanks, Alan. Thanks for having me here. Alan So you kind of at 20,000 Scouts in the organization here, Ken…
The Finanseer | Megan Lathrop
The Finanseer | Megan Lathrop Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Megan Lathrop. Megan is a finanseer. Megan, what is a and finanseer? Megan Yeah great question. I will obviously it’s a play on words from an actual finanseer, but I spell it seer, which means I help people see and illuminate their unconscious…
Omni Channel Entrepreneurship | Alexandra Mysoor
Episode Transcript of: Omni Channel Entrepreneurship | Alexandra Mysoor Alexandra Mysoor What omni channel really means is taking a holistic approach to your brand. It’s not being channel agnostic. It’s not just being an ecommerce distribution platform or bricks and mortar or even in some cases catalog Believe it or not, it’s still a very…
Stanford University-School Of Engineering | Richard Dasher
Stanford University-School Of Engineering | Richard Dasher Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Richard Dasher. He’s a PhD from Stanford University where he serves the roles of director of the US Asia Technology Management Center. And he’s also the executive director at the Center for Integrated Systems and consulting. Welcome to the show.…
Situational Leadership | Tim Kearin
Episode Transcript of: Situational Leadership | Tim Kearin Alan In the book, you turn you talk about learning to apply situational leadership. Now, my understanding is that as you and can begin working together with all the leadership books that he wrote, you didn’t really realize what this was about. Can you expand on that?…
Doing Business In China | Kenneth Epstein
Episode transcript of: Doing Business In China | Kenneth Epstein Alan Olsen: Entrepreneurs that are wanting to do business in China, if they are bringing intellectual property, I’ve heard mixed stories here, what is your take on bringing your intellectual property into China? Kenneth Epstein: Well, its a challenge but it can be done, and…
Team Building | Joan LeMahieu
Episode Transcript of: Team Building | Joan LeMahieu Alan Welcome back. And with Joan LeMahieu, who here at currently the Director at City Beach. John, welcome to today’s show. Joan LeMahieu Thank you, Alan. It’s a pleasure to be here. Alan So John, can you tell me about yourself? Joan LeMahieu Well, that’s a wide…
Legal Factors | Roger Royse
Interview Transcript of: Legal Factors | Roger Royse Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Roger Royse. He is a founder of the rice law firm with three offices in Palo Alto, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Roger, welcome to today’s show. Roger Royse Thanks, Alan, good to be here. Alan Roger, give me your…
Economic Development | Henry Yin
Episode Transcript of: Economic Development | Henry Yin Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Henry Yin here. Nate is a former commissioner with the California Economic Development Department. Henry. Welcome to today’s show. Henry Thank you, Alan. Good morning, everyone. Alan So Henry, can you give me your background? How did you get to…
Corporate Governance | Dr. Douglas Y. Park
Transcript of: Corporate Governance | Dr. Douglas Y. Park Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Dr. Douglas Park. He’s an attorney with the Ramone law firm located in Palo Alto. Doug, welcome to today’s show. Doug Thank you, Alan, I’m happy to be here. Alan Doug, can you tell us about your background,…
Patent Protection | Arlen Olsen
Episode Transcript of: Patent Protection | Arlen Olsen Alan Welcome to America Dreams right here on AM 1220 kdow, we got a great show coming up today the first segment we’re going to be having Arlen Olsen. He’s a patent attorney and talking about patent law. And you know why you should be thinking…
Legacy of Success | Doug Keyston
Episode Transcript of: Legacy of Success | Doug Keyston Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Doug Keyston. And he’s a private wealth client advisor here in the San Francisco Bay Area. Welcome to today’s show. Doug Thanks very much Alan. Alan Doug. Can you give me your background? Doug I happy to do…
Entrepreneurs Journey | Steve Cho
Transcript, Entrepreneurs Journey | Steve Cho Alan Welcome back. We have with us today on the show Steve Cho. Steve is the founder of a custom software system. Here in Fremont, California called ASCC. Steve, welcome to today’s show Steve And thank you for having me. Alan So Steve, can you give us some your…
From Mom to CEO | Janet Perry
Episode Transcript of: From Mom to CEO | Janet Perry Alan Welcome back. We’re here today with Janet Perry. Janet is the CEO of the Shabby Apple. And welcome to today’s show. Janet Thank you. It’s good to be here. Alan So Janet, tell me your background. How did you get to where you are…
Finding Your Career | Leni Miller
Episode Transcript of: Finding Your Career | Leni Miller Alan Welcome back. I’m here today with Laney Miller. She is the president and founder at EAA search company that’s focusing on helping individuals find the right type of work. Laney, welcome to today’s show. Thank you. Can you give me your background of how…
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