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Adi Pineapple

Hi Everyone, this is Adi from The Million Dollar Pineapple, welcome to the 90x9 podcast. Brought to you by 90x9, the Female Founders Knowledge Base. Which is sponsored by The Million Dollar Pineapple.

  • 52 minutes 35 seconds
    (#56) Reinventing Modern Medicine: How Todd Perman's Getting Higher Returns With Preventative Medicine on 9x90™

    This isn’t just another healthcare discussion — it’s a paradigm shift in how medicine is monetized. Todd Perman is showing investors, clinicians, and founders that the financial future of healthcare lies in prevention, not repair — and he’s proving it at scale.

    For decades, the U.S. healthcare system has been locked in a “break-fix” mindset — waiting for disease to advance before profiting from treatment. Todd Perman, CEO & General Partner of Seed Healthcare, has cracked the code on something bigger: making preventative medicine exponentially more profitable than the old model.

    With a $100M venture fund and a portfolio focused on early disease detection, disruptive diagnostics, and lifestyle-enhancing therapies, Todd is proving that the economics of prevention can not only work — they can outperform the entrenched, reactive system.

    In this high-stakes 9x90™ conversation, Todd and Adi go deep into the science, the economics, and the personal motivations driving this transformation — and reveal the hidden market forces that have been holding medicine back for decades.

    If you’re an investor seeking market-defining opportunities, a founder with disruptive healthcare tech, or a policymaker who understands the urgency of systemic change — this episode will give you the framework and conviction to act.


    About This Guest

    For those of you who do not know Todd Perman, he is the CEO and General Partner of Seed Healthcare, a $100M venture fund investing in disruptive healthcare companies focused on early disease detection and prevention. The fund is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals and global impact investment fund frameworks.

    With over 30 years of experience spanning clinical care, real estate, and investment banking—including leadership roles at Stryker and Newmark—Todd has become a leading force in reshaping healthcare from reactive to proactive. 

    He also serves on the boards of mission-driven health companies.


    Read more at: 9x90.co/Todd-Perman

    15 August 2025, 11:12 pm
  • 21 minutes 9 seconds
    (#55) Access You Can’t Buy: The Distressed Asset Gold Rush Has Hit CRE & Here’s How Heritage Silently & Patiently Prepped to Win 9×90™

    About this episode

    The commercial real estate market is echoing the seismic shifts of 2008—but this time, Heritage is positioned to capitalize on it. Distressed assets are quietly flooding into the backrooms where the best deals are closed before most even know that the asset has changed owners. Borrowers hitting financial walls are calling their favorite silent fixers, the Heritage REF team. As construction projects stall, and refinancing collapses under the weight of elevated interest rates, the Heritage team has been patiently waiting for their moment to swoop in as the White Knight.

    Where others see chaos, Heritage sees the clearest buying opportunity since the fire-sale that followed 2008.

    The deals that matter in this cycle will not be found on public listings. They live in quiet boardroom conversations between lenders and trusted operators.

    Heritage is already in those rooms.

    Eric Brody outlined the three primary profit centers Heritage is targeting in today’s environment:

    1. Rescue Capital
    2. Distressed Debt Acquisitions
    3. Foreclosure & Asset Takeovers


    ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer

    All opinions expressed by the guests are their own. 9×90™ and its affiliates do not endorse or guarantee any specific outcomes discussed in this episode. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Listeners should conduct their own due diligence and consult with professional advisors before making any investment or business decisions. Nothing discussed in this episode constitutes an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities. Any such offer or solicitation will be made only through official offering documents and to qualified, accredited investors, in accordance with applicable securities laws. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or 9×90™.

    15 August 2025, 5:34 pm
  • 52 minutes 19 seconds
    (#54) Inside the World of Luxury Fix & Flips: Roberto Bolona of Brenner Cox™ on Speed, Precision, and 33% IRRs on 9x90™

    About this episode

    What if your next real estate investment didn’t take years to yield returns—and came with white-glove service, real-time reporting, and a team that can flip three luxury mansions faster than most contractors finish one?

    In this episode, Adi Soozin interviews Roberto Bolona, CEO of Brenner Cox™ the favorite Luxury Real Estate Development company of investors. Brenner Cox™ is the secret weapon behind some of South Florida’s most profitable, high-speed luxury mansion flips (don't believe me? checkout the before & after images on the 9x90™ page). In this episode Roberto reveals how his team transformed a $1.1M teardown into a $10M mega-estate—with precision upgrades that included a custom gym, guest house, and basketball court.

    In this episode you will hear how Brenner Cox™ offers an average of 33% IRRs to their investors in as little as 12 months. While most flippers lose money hiring cheap & incompetent contractors, Roberto's team keeps elite investors at the top of their game with rapid turn-around times and real-time updates—so they can be on top of their investments without ever needing to lift a finger.

    From integrating Ferraris into home theaters to building in the most exclusive zip codes, this team turns wild ideas into sold-out homes and seven-figure returns.

    If you're investing in luxury real estate—or want to start doing it smarter, faster, and more profitably—this episode will change how you evaluate your next deal.

    About this guest

    For those of you who do not know Roberto, he:

    1. Built over $50 million in real estate transaction volume, with a decade of experience acquiring and developing luxury properties in Florida, Illinois, Tennessee, Missouri, and Arizona (multifamily ventures).
    2. Recently, his firm sold a luxury Southwest Ranches estate for $7.2 million, showcasing his success in high-end South Florida developments.
    3. Is often referred to as the #1 luxury home builder in Southwest Ranches, Brenner Cox has delivered marquee mega‑estates—such as the 14,000 sq ft showpiece valued over $10 million.
    4. Co-founded both Monumental Real Estate and Brenner Cox Construction Management, reinforcing his leadership as both visionary developer and managing partner.


    Read more at 9x90.co/Roberto-Bolona

    3 August 2025, 7:50 pm
  • 48 minutes 41 seconds
    (#53) 9x90 Presents: The Weizmann Institute — Guardians of Science: Resilience, Revolution, and the Future of Medicine

    About this episode

    In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the heart of one of the world’s most prestigious scientific institutions—the Weizmann Institute—and explore how cutting-edge innovation, visionary philanthropy, and unwavering resilience are shaping the future of medicine and humanity. From revolutionary MD-PhD programs redefining medical education, to breakthrough blood cancer detection methods published in Nature, to the relentless spirit of scientists rebuilding amidst adversity—this conversation is a testament to hope, courage, and the pursuit of progress against all odds. Join us as we uncover how the legacy of scientific excellence is being fiercely protected and propelled forward, inviting you to be part of a movement that transcends generations and changes the course of human health forever.

    About the Weizmann Institute of Science

    The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel, is one of the world’s top-ranking multidisciplinary research and graduate institutions. Committed to science for the future of humanity, the scientific community of nearly 5,000 engages in best-in-class exploratory research that leads to breakthrough advances in health and medicine, brain and neural science, environmental sustainability, renewable energy, food security, space exploration, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and education. 

    The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science shares the Institute’s devotion to advancing world-changing science, partnering with generous individuals, foundations, and corporations to help Weizmann scientists answer some of the most difficult questions facing humanity. Learn more at WEIZMANNUSA.ORG

    What happened on June 15

    During the early hours of June 15, the Weizmann campus was devastated by two direct hits from ballistic missiles launched by Iran as part of a broad attack on Israel’s civilian infrastructure.

    Five major research buildings were destroyed or significantly damaged. More than 50 labs have been impacted, many losing years of scientific progress in areas that include cancer, life sciences,  and computer science. 400 international students have been displaced. Early estimates for the total cost of damages range between $300 million and $500 million. 

    (View video footage from Kan News)

    What now?

    The Institute and its global community maintain their resolve that the science must go on because it is critical to addressing some of humanity’s most pressing and widespread challenges. Currently, they are engaging in a global fundraising effort that is essential to providing immediate relief and propelling their long-term rebuilding plans. 

    With such significant damage, philanthropists have an opportunity to play a greater role in world-changing science than ever before. Now is the time to talk to the American Committee about making a gift to the Emergency and Recovery Fund, and do something bold, great, and lasting. 

    Contact [email protected] to support the Emergency and Recovery Fund.

    About this guest

    Dave Doneson has been CEO of the American Committee for the  Weizmann Institute of Science since September 2018. Under Dave’s  leadership, the American Committee has significantly expanded its  outreach on behalf of the Institute, advocating for some of the most  innovative, transformational, and essential scientific research in the  world today. Weizmann’s generous donors have responded in kind,  increasing their philanthropic support of science for the future of humanity to record levels. 

    Prior to joining the American Committee, Dave was Chief Development  Officer of the American Technion Society (ATS), where he led a team  of more than 30 fundraising professionals focused on frontline  fundraising for the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. He  previously served as Director of Development for the University of  Michigan Health System, where he managed teams focused on major  gifts fundraising. 

    Dave holds a ... read more at www.9x90.co/Dave-Doneson

    3 August 2025, 3:18 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    #50 From ThreeEQ to AdXero: Jason Ma on Mentoring UHNW and Disrupting a Legacy Industry on 9x90™

    In this powerhouse episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin the Managing Director of Heritage Real Estate Fund, sits down with Jason Ma, Founder, CEO, and Chief Mentor at ThreeEQ, CBO and an investor at AdXero, acclaimed author of “Young Leaders 3.0”, a leading B20/G20 member (since 2014), and a sought-after speaker.

    As an award-winning chief mentor, AI/tech investor, and global strategist, Jason coaches and prepares select Next Gen leaders for greatness, and advises UHNW families, CEOs, and Single Family Offices on achieving elite outcomes across business, lifelong learning, and life.

    With 40+ years of industry experience spanning AI/technology, education, business strategy and execution, and Family Office advisory—and 2M+ miles of world travel—Jason unveils his uniquely empowering 4S and 3EQ one-on-one mentorship framework. This blends visionary roadmap and storytelling, emotional/mental states mastery, strategic thinking and execution, and next-level soft skills to prepare Next Gen leaders for next-level generational impact and UHNW legacy building.

    Jason also pulls back the curtain on AdXero, a patented, cutting-edge AI/tech platform poised to quietly disrupt the $700B+ legacy (programmatic) digital advertising industry in a massive market of consumers, brands, and distribution platforms. AdXero’s vision and compassion includes increasing consumer spending power in a mentally healthier way; eliminating annoying ad intrusions, frauds, cookies, bots, and other programmatic inefficiencies; dramatically increasing conversion rates and attribution; automating ad campaigns; maximizing ROI/ROAS for brands; adding billions in new, high-margin revenue streams to distribution partners—unprecedented, transformative ecosystem impact and benefits, along with exceptional MOIC potential.

    In addition, Jason and Adi explore:

    • Why resilience and external work experience are critical for Next Gens before joining family enterprises.
    • The stark skills gap elite universities aren’t addressing—and how leaders can close it.
    • How AI, emotional intelligence, and mentorship intersect to shape the future of real-world impact and wealth.

    This conversation is a must-listen for visionary founders, family offices, and leaders seeking to build not just wealth, but enduring legacies across generations.

    Read more at 9x90.co/Jason-Ma

    15 July 2025, 11:38 pm
  • 37 minutes 35 seconds
    #52: Raising Billions: Ian Drewe on Mastering Capital Stacks, Risk Framing & Institutional LP Trust

    Ian Drewe, a global capital markets expert who has raised billions in institutional and private capital, joins Adi Soozin on 9x90™ to unveil the playbook for securing large-scale funding. From structuring investor-aligned capital stacks to reframing risk for institutional LPs, Ian shares the principles of conservatism, transparency, and thoroughness that have made him a trusted advisor to some of the world’s largest investors.

    Discover how he evolved investor relationship management from handshakes to sophisticated CRM systems, why healthcare and property remain resilient asset classes, and how Avoka Property is spearheading innovative banking and real estate ventures. Ian also reveals a minority-owned community bank opportunity in Georgia and actionable insights for family offices and emerging managers looking to scale.

    This episode is a masterclass in raising and deploying capital at scale—perfect for allocators, fund managers, and visionary founders preparing to navigate institutional waters.

    Read more at 9x90.co/Ian-Drewe

    8 July 2025, 4:15 pm
  • 58 minutes 36 seconds
    #51: The Story of a Vogue-Worthy Edible Luxury Empire: Daniel Colonel Unpacks His Profound Journey

    How does a fifth grader baking cherry clafoutis grow into a celebrity pastry chef whose creations grace the pages of Vogue, Good Morning America, exclusive finance events in the world’s financial capitals, and the ultra-private weddings of UHNW tastemakers?

    In this spellbinding episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin sits down with Daniel Colonel to uncover the wild journey from non-profit bakeries to crafting a world-class edible luxury empire.

    Daniel shares the raw, unfiltered moments that shaped his career: the pandemic pivot that sparked his brand’s meteoric rise, the deeply personal stories infused into his couture cookies and intricate wedding cakes, and the mindset shifts that took him from surviving to redefining luxury in the pastry world.

    For aspiring creatives, luxury entrepreneurs, or anyone intent on leaving a lasting legacy, this episode is your blueprint for building magic—and success—on your own terms.

    See all of the photos & more at: 9x90.co/Daniel-Colonel

    8 July 2025, 3:10 pm
  • 29 minutes 38 seconds
    #48: From Kidnapped Teen to VC Powerhouse: Justis Mendez on Defying Odds, Building Funds, and the Future of Tech on 9x90™

    About this episode

    At just 14, Justis Mendez survived a harrowing kidnapping. By 27, he became one of the youngest Hispanic Founding GPs in U.S. venture capital. In this riveting episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin sits down with Justis to unpack how trauma fueled his relentless drive—leading to the creation of OneSixOne Ventures and the successful raise of a $5M fund focused on overlooked founders and frontier tech.

    From building a thriving startup community in Miami to structuring a fund that gives him freedom, Justis shares how he and his team are leveraging deep tech, AI, and their youth to gain an edge. They discuss what VCs really look for in founders, why underestimated investors can punch above their weight, and how emerging GPs can build visibility and traction early.

    This is more than a startup story—it’s a masterclass in resilience, vision, and strategic execution.

    👉 Learn how to pitch Justis, hear their strategy for Fund Two, and walk away with actionable insights whether you’re a founder, investor, or future GP.


    About this guest

    For those of you who do not know Justis Mendez, he …

    1. From Kidnapped Teen to Founding GP: Justis Mendez survived a traumatic kidnapping at age 14 and went on to become one of the youngest Hispanic founding general partners in the U.S. venture capital landscape.
    2. Raised a $5M Fund by Age 27: As co-founder of OneSixOne Ventures, Justis raised and deployed a $5 million venture fund focused on early-stage, high-growth startups—with an emphasis on overlooked founders and frontier innovation.
    3. Backing Disruptors, Building Community: Through OneSixOne Ventures, Justis has supported numerous founders across tech and SaaS, while also building a tight-knit community of operators, investors, and technologists in Miami and beyond.


    Read more at 9x90.co/Justis-Mendez

    8 July 2025, 3:41 am
  • 39 minutes 20 seconds
    #49: Garrett Rice is Redefining the Job Hunt: From Apple’s Design Ethos to AI-Powered Career Tools

    About this episodeWhat happens when a 20-year Apple veteran applies Silicon Valley’s obsession with user experience to the broken world of job hunting?

    In this episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin sits down with Garrett Rice, founder of Callings.ai, an AI-powered platform transforming how candidates navigate the modern job market.

    Drawing on two decades at Apple, Garrett shares how he infused design thinking and relentless iteration into a platform built for job seekers—not hiring companies.Together, they dive into:

    ✅ How AI is reshaping resume reviews, interviews, and global competition.

    ✅ Why networking—not applications—is the most undervalued career skill.

    ✅ The hidden pitfalls of the modern job hunt and how Callings.ai helps users overcome them with tools like AI-powered job ratings, customized resumes, and “My Insights” for career clarity.

    Garrett’s insights are a masterclass in balancing cutting-edge technology with deeply human challenges. Whether you’re a founder, an executive, or navigating your next career move, this episode is packed with revelations about the future of work—and how to position yourself ahead of it.

    About this guest

    Garrett Rice is a visionary technologist and entrepreneur redefining the future of careers. After an extraordinary 20-year tenure at Apple, where he honed his expertise in product development and mastered the art of blending technology with seamless user experiences, Garrett is now pioneering his own venture: Callings.ai.

    As the founder of Callings.ai, Garrett is tackling one of the most pressing challenges of the modern era—the job search. His AI-powered platform is designed to revolutionize how candidates navigate their career journeys, offering intelligent tools for job discovery, resume optimization, networking, and interview preparation.

    A recognized authority in the tech and career space, Garrett’s insights have been featured on prominent shows including The Job Interview Experience Podcast and The Job Hunt Podcast. He brings a unique perspective shaped by decades at the cutting edge of innovation, paired with a deep understanding of the challenges today’s professionals face in an increasingly AI-driven job market.

    In this episode, Garrett shares how his Apple experience shaped Callings.ai’s user-centric design philosophy, the groundbreaking features empowering job seekers to thrive, and his perspective on the future of work in a globalized, technology-fueled economy.

    Read more at 9x90.co/Garrett-Rice

    8 July 2025, 1:02 am
  • 57 minutes 24 seconds
    #47 From $100 Million CRE Funds to Greek Philosophy: Dan Abbate on Building Self-Sustaining Empires on 9x90™

    About this episode

    In this high-powered episode of 9x90™, Adi Soozin sits down with Dan Abbate—a serial entrepreneur who sold his first tech company at 19, scaled a $20 Million hard money lending business, and now leads Cloine Capital, a $100 Million land development firm backed by other entrepreneurs.

    Together, they explore:

    • 🔁 The entrepreneurial equation: how to build businesses that run, grow, and scale without you.
    • 💡 What makes a founder “investable”—and the biggest red flags he sees.
    • 🏗️ Why land development is just “manufacturing for builders”—and how Cloine Capital makes it work.
    • 💰 The reality of exits, fundraising, and capital preservation in real estate.
    • 📿 The ancient Greek philosophies shaping his life and leadership.
    • 🧠 Why being a visionary founder doesn’t mean being good at operations—and what to do about it.

    Bonus: You’ll hear why Dan offers guest condos to future collaborators and how AI (like ChatGPT) fits into modern philosophical conversations.

    Whether you’re launching your first startup, scaling your empire, or structuring your first fund—this episode will leave you rethinking how to design a business and a life worth building.


    About this guest

    For those of you who do not know Dan Abbate, he …

    1. Serial Entrepreneur Since 14: Dan Abbate began working in his father’s manufacturing business at age 14, started college at 15, and sold his first tech company by the time he was 19.
    2. 13-Year M&A Career: He built a successful career in mergers and acquisitions, leading and structuring deals across industries—an experience that now powers his unique investment model.
    3. Founder of Clotine Capital & Life Systemization Framework: As the founder of Clotine Capital, Dan has developed and implemented a systematized approach to both entrepreneurship and life design. He now applies this framework through land development investments and operational excellence.


    Read more at 9x90.co/Dan-Abbate

    21 June 2025, 12:37 am
  • 40 minutes 10 seconds
    #46 Her Business Collapsed. A Movement Was Born: Christel Caputo on the Future of Human Transformation

    About this episode

    What happens when a multi-million-dollar business collapses overnight? For Christel Caputo, it was the beginning of a powerful transformation. In this soul-stirring episode of 9×90™, Adi Soozin sits down with the co-founder and Executive Director of Evolution One—a nonprofit on a mission to awaken transformational leadership across the globe.

    Christel shares how a sudden change in state law wiped out her thriving reinvention coaching company and how she used that moment to realign her purpose. Drawing from her deep training in yoga, meditation, and mentorship, she went on to co-found Evolution One (formerly Ascension One Collective), a spiritual organization that has raised over $3 million in philanthropic funding to empower thousands through courses, immersive expeditions, and energy-based leadership training.

    This episode dives deep into:

    • 💥 The real story behind the collapse of her coaching empire—and how she found the courage to rebuild
    • 🧘‍♀️ How SPA (Silence, Presence, Alignment) became the foundation for navigating massive life transitions
    • 🔋 The science and spirituality of being an energetic anchor in a chaotic world
    • 💸 How Evolution One organically built a global donor base through transformation-driven engagement
    • 🧠 Neuroscience meets metaphysics: why your emotions, environment, and energy actually matter
    • 🌍 The “Pillars of Light” and “Earth Keepers” programs—training the next generation of grounded helpers and global leaders
    • 🧰 Conscious team-building: meditation-led meetings, energy check-ins, and why every project begins with alignment
    • 🚀 Why Evolution One focuses on long-term program engagement instead of relying solely on donations

    Whether you’re leading a team, navigating loss, or craving a deeper sense of purpose, Christel’s story and strategies are a masterclass in conscious leadership.

    🎧 Listen now to learn how to stay grounded, lead with integrity, and use transformation as a tool for global good.


    About this guest

    For those of you who do not know Christel, she …

    1. Christel Caputo is the co-founder and Executive Director of Evolution One (formerly Ascension One Collective), a spiritual nonprofit launched in 2019 that offers signature programs like Pillars of Light, Earth Keepers, and global Sacred Earth Expeditions—guiding individuals and communities in transformational leadership.
    2. She built a multi‑million‑dollar reinvention coaching business in her 30s, only to lose it overnight due to a state law change—and then pivoted to co-found Evolution One to help others navigate transformation with purpose.
    3. Christel has raised over $3 million in philanthropic funding to support Evolution One’s global initiatives, empowering thousands through courses, trainings, and immersive expeditions.


    Read more at 9x90.co/Christel-Caputo

    21 June 2025, 12:15 am
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