The Harvest Growth Podcast

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Paul O’Brien, co-founder of AirPhysio, to break down how a respiratory health product grew from a competitive medical device category into a global brand sold in 118 countries. Paul shares how AirPhysio approached product development by studying competitors, identifying gaps, working with medical professionals, and prioritizing safety, testing, and education. He explains why cheaper alternatives can create serious trust...

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Rebeca Sanchez, founder and CEO of Besha Inc., to break down how scientific validation and product quality helped her stand out in one of the most competitive categories in eCommerce: supplements. Rebeca shares how her patented collagen formula—backed by clinical research and third-party testing—set her brand apart from hundreds of competing products on Amazon. The conversation dives into why most supplements lack real ...

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Ron Tobb, Founder & CEO of Minor Decliner, to expose a startling statistic: more than 10% of IDs scanned with advanced detection technology are fake. Not expired. Not suspicious. Fake. For any business selling age-restricted products — alcohol, tobacco, vape, cannabis, or operating in casinos — this isn’t just a compliance issue. It’s a serious legal and financial liability. Ron shares how Minor Decliner provides ea...

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Brian Samson, founder of Plugg Technologies, to break down what nearshoring really is, when it works best, and how founders can use it to unlock growth without overextending their budgets. Brian has spent more than a decade working across the U.S. and Latin America, building three companies from zero to over $4 million in revenue and helping hundreds of businesses build high-performing global teams. He shares real-world...

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with John Fry, VP of Marketing and Sales at Allerpet, to unpack how a simple, problem-solving product built lasting success through trust, emotional connection, and smart channel strategy. John explains how Allerpet helps reduce pet dander at the source—allowing people with pet allergies to stay close to the animals they love—by mechanically removing allergens rather than masking symptoms. The conversation dives into what pe...

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare breaks down a hard truth many product founders don’t want to hear: building your entire business on Amazon is far riskier than it looks. While Amazon can be an incredibly powerful sales channel—with built-in trust, massive buyer intent, and fast early revenue—speed does not equal control. Jon explains how fees quietly erode margins, why Amazon always puts its own interests first, and how even successful products can be replaced or und...

In today’s episode, your host, Jon LaClare, leads an important conversation that healthcare marketing rarely explains: the placebo effect and why it deserves far more attention. This discussion is inspired by the launch of Pluseebo, a transparent, intentionally humorous product designed to spark awareness around belief, expectation, and honesty in healthcare. While Pluseebo is lighthearted on the surface, its launch highlights a much deeper reality supported by published scientific research. ...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Tyler Hall, owner of Hall Contracting, to unpack his nearly 20-year journey from evenings-and-weekends side work to leading one of Colorado’s most respected landscape construction and maintenance companies. What started as a small operation focused on craftsmanship, specifically water features, has grown into a business with nearly 100 employees, a powerful reputation, and a culture rooted in service, accountability, and family values. Tyler shares the rea...