Entrepreneurs: Scaling Solar Energy Across the Globe with Mike Silvestrini + Others (Full Episode)

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Mike Silvestrini from Energea, Pavitra Anakru from DealMagik and Stan Lucien from SKYBRIZ.     What if you could make money while saving the planet? Solar energy pioneer Mike Silvestrini shares how his company, Energea is opening the doors for everyday investors to tap into the explosive growth of solar power worldwide. From eye-opening truths about why solar always beats fossil fuels to wild stories of chasing renewable projects abroad, Mike reveals how clean energy is no longer just a dream—it’s a high-return investment opportunity you can be part of right now. Read more at: https://www.mike-silvestrini.com/ and at: https://www.energea.com/       How do you spark community magic while saving money? Pavitra Anakru, Co-founder & CEO of DealMagik shares how her platform is revolutionizing local shopping with exclusive deals that empower small businesses and delight shoppers. Tune in to hear how DealMagik is transforming everyday purchases into powerful acts of community support! Read more at: https://dealmagik.com/       From property management to PropTech, Stan Lucien, CEO and Founder of SKYBRIZ is transforming how people experience renting. The SkyNest app combines transparency, education, and digital tools to make housing clearer, fairer, and more accessible for everyone, reshaping a $230B+ underserved market. Read more at: https://www.skybriz.com/     Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes. Chapters (00:00:00) - Real Estate Minute: Ramping Up Your Business(00:00:25) - Passage to Profit(00:01:48) - What Did You Do To Get Your First Client or Customer?(00:03:56) - How to Get Your First Client or Customer to Install Smart Home(00:05:15) - How to Get Your First Clients for DealMagic Interview(00:08:26) - What if Investing in Renewable Energy Made Sense?(00:09:58) - Will solar power replace the grid?(00:13:36) - Energia Investment: Solar Infrastructure(00:21:18) - The Investment Value of Gold(00:22:20) - The Cruise Line Hotline(00:23:18) - Mike Silvestrini on His Entrepreneurial Journey(00:26:44) - In the Elevator With Nicaragua's President(00:28:55) - Where Can People Find Energia?(00:30:22) - Columbia vs. Columbia University(00:33:04) - Columbia University T-Shirt Controversy(00:38:29) - Podcast Spotlight(00:39:52) - Is it Better to Eat Ultra-Processed Foods or Minimal(00:40:49) - Empowering Local Businesses(00:47:56) - Starting a Business on Deal Magic(00:51:52) - How to Rent or Buy a Property?(00:57:00) - How to Monetize Your Website(01:00:18) - Property Management website(01:02:41) - Passage to Profit(01:04:08) - Stan Lucian & Richard Gearhart(01:09:08) - P2P