The Bliss Business Podcast celebrates empathy, love, and consciousness in business. Zero Company presents this podcast to showcase our belief that truly successful businesses adopt blissful practices that uplift the human spirit and nurture a thriving, mindful workplace.
B.L.I.S.S.
"Building Love Into Scalable Systems"
Producer, Host, Blog Contributor
Stephen is the host of The BLISS Business Podcast. As founder and CEO of a digital marketing and software firm, Stephen pioneers empathetic AI development and oversees strategy for a wide range of clients. He brings a diverse background spanning three decades of digital media, marketing, journalism and in-depth study of human consciousness.
Seeking to embed empathy and human-centered values into all aspects of an organization, Stephen established his digital firm's guiding ethos to “Build Love Into Scalable Systems” (BLISS) - a vision for scaling with compassion by shaping business brands, systems and culture to nurture understanding and care from the inside out.
Through interviews and discerning commentary, he makes the abstract tangible - turning research and teachings into applicable wisdom for kinder living and deeper connections.
Producer, Host, Blog Contributor
Tullio is a strategic advisor, dynamic speaker, author, and EQ coach, with 35 years of experience as a technology disruptor with a focus on Design Thinking. Tullio remains steadfast in his advocacy for human-centric innovation and cultivating organizations rooted in purpose.
His commitment to promoting a human-centric approach to innovation is further underscored by his role as an Advisory Board Member to the University of California, Riverside, Design Thinking Executive Program.
His role as a Board Advisor at AI2030.org amplifies this commitment, steering AI development towards a horizon of sustainability and ethical practices. Moreover, as a founding member of Radical Purpose.org his ethos is clear: Empathy isn’t just a trait, but an imperative in shaping both business and life.
Host, Blog Contributor
Michael is known for his expertise in enterprise marketing and ROI optimization. With over two decades of experience in Financial Services, SaaS, IT Consulting, and Cybersecurity. His certifications, including Google Ads and FINRA Series 7 and 24, highlight his continuous pursuit of knowledge and expertise in marketing. He serves as the Vice President of Strategic Performance at Zero Company.
A native Angeleno and devoted USC Trojan fan (#FightON), Michael is committed to positive impact both professionally and personally. He volunteers as a hospital liaison in bloodless medicine and patient blood management treatments. His volunteer work includes aiding remote Panamanian fishing villages, and he has competed in triathlons and pickleball tournaments, demonstrating his commitment to excellence and community engagement.
Host, Guest Development
Michele has been immersed in digital marketing since the days when Overture and Yahoo dominated, and Google was just an ambitious startup. As Zero Company's sales lead, she relishes learning about a client’s journey and the highs and lows of running their business. Her favorite podcast is “How I Built This.”
A proud Portland State grad, Michele embodies the spirit of Portland: friendly, creative, a foodie, and earth-conscious. She loves yoga and outdoor activities, including biking to work, hiking, swimming, and stand-up paddle-boarding. Michele's values include compassion, kindness, and flexibility. She emphasizes integrity, curiosity, creativity, and gratitude. Family, spiritual growth, health, and well-being are central to her life.
Host, Guest Development
Since 2002, Josh has been an integral part of the Zero Company team. Managing clients with multi-million dollar annual ad spend. Josh is an expert in Google, Bing and Programmatic advertising (Display, Video & CTV).
He loves helping a business grow into their potential and seeing how that growth can help change the lives of those running it. Josh also enjoys volunteering for the community -- both as an educator inspiring change, empathy and love in the world, and as a local baseball umpire.
Co-Host
Ash is a digital marketing guru who excels in PPC, SEO, social media, and data analytics. His thorough analysis leads to innovative growth strategies, aligning with the ethos of infusing love into business systems.
Outside work, he channels his creativity as a DJ in Los Angeles, crafting immersive sound experiences. Ash's blend of analytical acumen and artistic expression underlines his commitment to continuous innovation and personal growth.