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NEXT with Michael Sonnenfeldt

Michael Sonnenfeldt
Franchising
Private Equity
Franchise Ascension Initiative
Mentorship
Divvy
Factory For Good
ACV Auctions
Leadership
Diversity and Inclusion
National Security

After success, what's next? NEXT with Michael Sonnenfeldt invites you ringside to conversations exploring life after major success – the prism where wealth, purpose, and legacy converge. Through intimate discussions with leading entrepreneurs and investors , uncover the playbooks for navigating life’s next phase. From managing wealth and identity to creating impact that endures. Learn from real st... more

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Host Michael Sonnenfeldt sits down with Joe Neiman, a serial entrepreneur in the automotive technology space and 2X exited co-founder of ACV Auctions and DealerClub, digital marketplaces that transformed the wholesale vehicle industry. Starting as a ... more

Host Michael Sonnenfeldt sits down with national security entrepreneur and investor Peggy Steyer, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Razor’s Edge Ventures. A pioneer in defense, cyber, space, and AI investing, Peggy previously built Blackbird Technol... more

On this episode of NEXT, Alex Bean—Co-founder of Divvy and Managing Partner of Tandem Ventures—reflects on what comes after entrepreneurial success. Drawing on his experience building a category-defining fintech company and exiting for $2.5B, Alex sh... more

On Episode 2 of NEXT, Omar Simmons—Managing Partner of Exaltare Capital Partners and former ECP CEO of Planet Fitness—dives deep into the realities of hiring, leadership, and risk in the franchising business. Drawing on his experience scaling Planet ... more

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Joe Neiman
Serial entrepreneur in the automotive technology space, co-founder of ACV Auctions and founder of DealerClub
ACV Auctions, DealerClub, Cars Commerce
Episode: Joe Neiman: DealerClub CEO on Personal Transformation, Meditation, and Realizing What Matters Sooner
Peggy Steyer
Co-founder and managing partner of Razor's Edge Ventures; pioneer in growth-stage tech and national security companies
Razor's Edge Ventures
Episode: Peggy Styer: Solving Hard Problems for Mission Critical Customers
Alex Bean
Co-founder of Divvy, later founder of Factory For Good
Divvy; Factory For Good
Episode: Alex Bean: From a $2.5B Exit To Building a Factory for Good
Omar Simmons
Managing partner at Exaltare Capital Partners, former CEO of Planet Fitness franchise operations
Exaltare Capital Partners
Episode: Omar Simmons: On Value Creation, Scaling Franchises, And Opening Doors For Others
Mae Karwowski
Founder and CEO of Obviously
Obviously
Episode: Mae Karwowski: Pricing What Others Miss, Great Partners, and Timing the Exit

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Michael Sonnenfeldt
Host of NEXT with Michael Sonnenfeldt, associated with Tiger 21

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Awesome conversations!

    Incredibly insightful interviews conducted with members of Tiger 21.

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Awesome conversations that illuminate how leaders reinvent themselves after major wins.
Thoughtful, candid discussions that blend strategy with personal growth.
Quality interviews with deep dives into wealth, leadership, and legacy.
High-caliber guests offering practical takeaways for life after success.

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Mae Karwowski: Pricing What Others Miss, Great Partners, and Timing the Exit
Q: What influenced your decision to sell, and how did you know now was the right time?
Mae describes an actual moment at Cannes Lions, where a gut feeling and years of market timing converged, and she reflects on the strategic decision to exit when it aligned with growth prospects and the opportunity to accelerate momentum under a larger corporate umbrella.
Mae Karwowski: Pricing What Others Miss, Great Partners, and Timing the Exit
Q: Ma e, to kick things off, can you give us a quick overview of what Obviously does and what an influencer marketing agency means?
Mae explains that Obviously connects brands with creators at scale, leveraging technology and a full-service team to coordinate brand deals across thousands of creators rather than a single individual, enabling large-scale campaigns for major brands.
Peggy Styer: Solving Hard Problems for Mission Critical Customers
Q: What were your primary motivations for becoming an entrepreneur, given your early career in tech and national security?
Motivation comes from a drive to solve meaningful, hard problems and to create impact; money is not the sole driver, and entrepreneurs tend to be optimistic about navigating tough journeys while pursuing purposeful work.
Joe Neiman: DealerClub CEO on Personal Transformation, Meditation, and Realizing What Matters Sooner
Q: What led to the shift from CEO to chief evangelist, and how did that affect your approach to subsequent ventures?
I realized the role demanded different skills; stepping back allowed me to focus on vision and messaging, build momentum, and then apply those learnings to DealerClub with a more founder-driven, ownership-centric approach.
Joe Neiman: DealerClub CEO on Personal Transformation, Meditation, and Realizing What Matters Sooner
Q: How did ACV Auctions disrupt the traditional car auction model and what was your role in that transformation?
We moved from a predominantly physical, weekly auction format to a rapid-fire, digital marketplace that increased liquidity and velocity by connecting buyers and sellers across wide geography; I led the vision and initial sales, while eventual leadership shifts brought in seasoned executives to scale.

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A show focused on life after major success, featuring candid conversations with high-profile entrepreneurs and investors as they navigate reinvention, wealth identity, and legacy. Episodes probe topics like scaling, exits, wealth management, philanthropy, mentorship, and how purpose evolves after liquidity events. Notable is the emphasis on personal transformation, family dynamics, and building impact beyond money, often with guests who've led category-defining companies and scaled complex ventures. The format blends practical playbooks with personal storytelling, offering listeners actionable insights for planning the next chapter while highlighting the human side of wealth and leadership.

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