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    Melinda Wittstock CEO Founder Podopolo, Entrepreneur, Podcaster

    CEO Founder Podopolo, Entrepreneur, Podcaster

    Melinda Wittstock is a seasoned entrepreneur and innovator in the media and technology industries. She is the CEO and Founder of Podopolo, which is described as the world's first AI-driven podcasting platform.1

    Career Highlights

    • Five-time serial entrepreneur, having grown four businesses to seven and eight-figure success2
    • Award-winning journalist who has worked for major media outlets including The Times of London, CNBC, ABC News, and the BBC2
    • Created and grew a TV newsmagazine for the BBC to an audience of 20 million in just a few months2
    • Interviewed notable figures like Steve Jobs, who praised her for asking "the best questions"2

    Entrepreneurial Journey

    Melinda's entrepreneurial spirit emerged early, starting her first venture at age 6 by selling tickets to a neighborhood "show".2 Her professional career spans various roles in journalism and media before transitioning into entrepreneurship. Her previous companies have focused on the intersection of technology, media, and social interaction.1

    Podopolo

    As the founder of Podopolo, Melinda aims to revolutionize the podcasting industry. The platform combines AI technology with social features to enhance the podcasting experience for both creators and listeners.1 Podopolo addresses challenges in podcast discovery and engagement, while also providing actionable analytics for advertisers.2

    Personal Interests

    Outside of her professional life, Melinda is:

    • A spiritual practitioner of meditation, yoga, and gratitude2
    • Passionate about conscious leadership and social impact entrepreneurship2
    • A mother to two teenagers2

    Other Ventures

    Melinda is also the host of two podcasts:

    1. Wings of Inspired Business
    2. Zero Limits: Business Growth Secrets (co-hosted with Steve Olsher)2

    Through her work, Melinda continues to push the boundaries of innovation in media and technology, with a focus on creating value and delivering results in the ever-evolving landscape of digital content and entrepreneurship.3

    Highlights

    May 26 · Benzinga
    Feast it Forward & Podopolo Announce Unique Game Changing Partnership - Benzinga
    Sep 22 · TopWireNews
    Podopolo merging social media and podcasting for optimal connectivity - TopWireNews

    Related Questions

    What inspired Melinda Wittstock to transition from journalism to entrepreneurship?
    How does Podopolo's AI technology enhance the podcasting experience?
    What are some of the biggest challenges Melinda has faced in developing Podopolo?
    How does Podopolo's approach to podcasting differ from traditional platforms?
    What are Melinda's future plans for Podopolo?
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    Experience

    CEO and Founder at Podopolo (March 2020 - Present)
    Host and Executive Producer at WINGS of Inspired Business Podcast (November 2017 - Present); CEO and Founder at Wings Experiences (January 2019 - December 2021); CEO and Founder at Verifeed (January 2016 - January 2019); CEO and Founder at NewsiT (September 2011 - December 2015); CEO and Founder at Capitol News Connection | Pundit Productions Inc (September 2002 - September 2011); Host at NPR (July 2000 - December 2000); Executive Producer, Broadcast Journalist & Host at BBC News (January 1998 - December 2000); TV News Anchor & Host at BBC News (1995 - 1998); TV News Anchor at MSNBC and CNBC (January 1999 - September 2000); TV News Anchor/Host "World News Now" at ABC News (February 1998 - November 1998); Host & Producer at CNBC International (October 1993 - December 1994); City Diary Editor at The Times of London (January 1993 - November 1993); Media Correspondent at The Times of London (April 1989 - January 1993)

    Education

    B.A. in Political Science from McGill University (1983 - 1986); High School at North Toronto Collegiate Institute (1979 - 1983)

    Location

    Santa Monica, California, United States