On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels, Publisher and CEO of the Los Angeles Business Journal, and Todd Wilson, PNC Bank Regional President for Greater Los Angeles, talk with Jamie Siminoff, inventor and founder of Ring. Jamie shares his journey from tinkering in his garage to creating a product that transformed home security. Today, as he helps drive the future of smart, connected devices at Amazon, Jamie and his team maintain their startup spirit, using AI to advance their mission of making neighborhoods safer. From being turned down on Shark Tank to embracing customer feedback that continually enhances their products, Jamie reflects on the perseverance, innovation, and leadership it takes to guide a company with millions of devices protecting homes around the world.

PNC C-Speak hosts Josh Schimmels and Todd Wilson sit down with Henry Hernandez, President and CEO of Inter-Con Security, to hear how he scaled his family’s security business into a billion-dollar global powerhouse.

As a third-generation leader, Henry built on the legacy his father and grandfather started by betting on himself and driving bold growth. He shares lessons on scaling globally, fostering a culture where employees thrive, and the power of keeping your word as a leader. Henry also offers insights on succession planning, philanthropy, and leadership rooted in Los Angeles, with candid stories of resilience and

what it takes to lead at the intersection of security and technology.

On this episode of PNC C-Speak, hosts Josh Schimmels of Los Angeles Business Journal and Todd Wilson of PNC Bank talk with Wemimo Abbey, co-founder and co-CEO of Esusu, one of the few Black-founded fintech unicorns in the United States. From humble beginnings in the slums of Lagos, Nigeria, to redefining financial inclusion in America’s boardrooms, Abbey shares his remarkable journey of grit, gratitude, and giving back. Driven by personal experience, Abbey and his team built Esusu around a mission to break down systemic barriers and create a financial system where everyone can be seen. In this candid conversation, Abbey talks through the challenges of startup life, the balancing act between purpose and profitability, and his relentless focus on customer needs. He also pulls back the curtain on raising $130 million after being turned down by over 300 investors and reveals how a “win-win-win” mindset has shaped Esusu’s rapid growth. You’ll be reminded that meaningful companies are built on conviction as much as on capital as you listen to this episode of PNC C-Speak, where we bring you inspiring stories behind business innovation and leadership in Los Angeles.