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Welcome to Florida State University's official entrepreneurship and innovation podcast, The InNOLEvation® Mindset! Hosted by Mark McNees and powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. This podcast features audio and video versions of our podcast, which highlights student and alumni entrepreneurs and innovators from FSU.
Get inspired by the next generation of young business leaders and hear their inside stories. Learn from faculty who teach entrepreneurship and innovation courses at FSU as they share key insights.
On this channel, you'll find:
-Full video episodes of our podcast conversations with founders of startups born at FSU
-Business advice and thought leadership from FSU professors focused on entrepreneurship
-Fireside chats and interviews recorded live with enterprising alumni making their mark
-Special segments and speaker events at FSU focused on innovation
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a current business owner, or you just love hearing success stories - subscribe now to see inspiring individuals daring to turn ideas into reality. With new episodic content added regularly, The Innovation Mindset podcast tells tales of vision, grit, failure, and triumph straight from the FSU community.
This channel visually brings the podcast to life with photos, graphics, and video. Join us by subscribing if you bleed garnet and gold!
Episodes
Jan 18, 2026
Jan 18, 2026
27 min
In this insightful episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast, hosted by Isabella Neustein and powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, we dive into the journey of Audra Fournier, founder and owner of Partners for a Solution. Audra shares her inspiring background, discussing her family's entrepreneurial legacy and how it shaped her career. She details the founding of Partners for a Solution, the challenges she faced, and the mindset required to succeed as an entrepreneur. Audra also gives valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and reflects on her path, including her recent role as a professor at Florida State University's Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. Whether you're a current student, an entrepreneur, or simply looking for motivation, this episode is packed with practical insights and personal stories that highlight the power of belief, perseverance, and continuous learning.
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
1hr 19 min
Welcome to another episode of the InNOLEvation®Mindset podcast, powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship. In this episode, host Taelor Barnes interviews Zyon Fleming, the CEO of CinematyZe. Zyon shares his inspiring journey from being a bored college athlete to a passionate photographer and videographer. He talks about the significant impact his mother, a model, had on him, his initial disinterest in photography, and how a camera found at home changed his life. Zyon also delves into his experiences with entrepreneurship, the challenges he faced, and his innovative mindset that drives his success. From discussing his approach to cinematography to the balance between client projects and personal passion projects, Zyon offers valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and creatives. Don't miss this insightful conversation that highlights the power of determination, adaptability, and innovation.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:31 Zyon Fleming's Journey into Photography
01:37 Influences and Early Experiences
03:27 High School and Early Career Decisions
04:19 Entrepreneurial Mindset and College Experience
07:07 Defining Innovation and Personal Philosophy
09:35 Balancing School and Entrepreneurship
12:37 Dealing with Adversity and Self-Doubt
23:46 Creative Process and Client Relations
31:10 Future Aspirations and Legacy
38:49 Exploring Career Aspirations and High Fashion
40:21 The Power of Music in Creativity
42:16 Dream Destinations and Moving Plans
45:27 The Role of a Content Strategist
47:39 Client Shoots vs. Passion Projects
48:44 Creative Risks and Their Rewards
57:41 Travel Challenges and Lessons Learned
59:37 Mindset and Determination
01:08:24 Imposter Syndrome and Professional Growth
01:12:33 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025