Journeys to the Summit
Journeys to the Summit
Podcast Description
Journeys to the Summit is your gateway to the private stories of entrepreneurs who have navigated their way to the top. Hosted by Ilya Zlotnik of Vivaldi Capital Management.
Each episode explores adventures of the people who built great businesses and are living fulfilling lives.
From their initial struggles to masters of their craft, our guests share candid experiences, challenges faced, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
Whether you're a successful entrepreneur or seeking inspiration, this podcast offers a compass to guide you along your journey.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers on themes of entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation, with episodes delving into topics such as overcoming initial struggles, building sustainable business models, and navigating market challenges. For example, one episode discusses a restaurateur's innovative approaches during the COVID-19 pandemic while another explores risk management in trading and investment strategies.
Journeys to the Summit is your gateway to the private stories of entrepreneurs who have navigated their way to the top. Hosted by Ilya Zlotnik of Vivaldi Capital Management.
Each episode explores adventures of the people who built great businesses and are living fulfilling lives.
From their initial struggles to masters of their craft, our guests share candid experiences, challenges faced, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
Whether you’re a successful entrepreneur or seeking inspiration, this podcast offers a compass to guide you along your journey.
In this inspiring episode of Journeys to the Summit, host Ilya Zlotnik, Partner at Vivaldi Capital Management, sits down with Chicago entrepreneur and restaurateur Dimitri Syrkin-Nikolau, the founder of Dimo’s Pizza and upcoming Southport Betty’s. From crafting experimental slice combos to creating face shields during COVID, Dimitri’s entrepreneurial spirit is as creative as it is resilient.
In This Episode:
How an 8-year-old with a BB pencil prototype grew into a business owner with five restaurant locations.
-Launching a pizzeria at age 22 in the middle of a financial crisis.
-Navigating burnout, stepping away—and coming back stronger.
-Building a people-first culture that nurtures entrepreneurs and long-time staff.
-Using technology to build a competitive advantage in restaurant operations.
-Why stability—not just growth—is the next summit for this founder.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just love a good origin story, Dimitri’s candid insights on creativity, resilience, and risk-taking will leave you inspired.
Watch now and subscribe to Journeys to the Summit for more stories from business builders who took the leap and carved their own paths to the top.
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