The Girl Dad Show: A Professional Parenting Podcast

In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han talks with Brian Samson, founder of Plugg Technologies, about building repeatable businesses, the strategic advantages of nearshoring Latin American talent, and his family journey from fostering to adopting a baby girl. Brian has spent a decade focused on nearshoring, lived as an expat in Argentina, and grown three separate companies from $0 to $4M ARR each. He also served as VP of talent for multiple San Francisco tech companies through an IPO and an acquisition and holds an MBA from UCLA. This conversation mixes tactical hiring and scaling advice with deeply personal reflections on parenting, adoption, and social impact. Expect practical takeaways on nearshore hiring, building systems that scale, and how family priorities shape leadership. 🔗 CONNECT WITH BRIAN SAMSON 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansamson/ 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/plugg_technologies/ 💻 Website: plugg.tech 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 💻 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together.

This solo episode kicks off Season 6 of The Girl Dad Show. Young Han reflects on six years of the show and how fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and intentionality have evolved together. He covers moving from San Francisco to Texas, the five year sprint and its impact on family, the shift from playful parenting to deliberate guidance, and why honesty and role modeling matter more than perfection. Expect practical takeaways on showing up consistently, curating your child’s influences, and building a life that teaches by example. Key takeaways: → Your kids are more resilient than you think and good intentions matter more than perfection. → Model the behaviors and values you want your children to adopt. → Bring your children along on your journey and share both successes and struggles. → Be selective about who influences your children and expose them to positive environments. → Consistency and persistence in showing up matter more than being perfect. 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 💻 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together.

In this rerun episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Pete and Ryan, owners of Alpha Roofing, for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and what it takes to build a legacy-driven business while staying grounded as parents. Pete and Ryan share how their childhoods, early exposure to hard work, and experiences in sports shaped their discipline, resilience, and leadership styles. Ryan reflects on growing up in the roofing industry from a young age, while Pete discusses the importance of truly understanding insurance and advocating for homeowners. Together, they open up about the challenges of modern parenting, teaching determination in a world of comfort, and why failure is often the best teacher. The conversation also dives into building strong company culture, taking bold risks in business, and why legacy for them means more than revenue. It means raising kids with character, creating opportunities for their families, and enjoying life along the way. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. Takeaways Ryan has been in roofing since he was 12 years old Pete emphasizes understanding insurance and protecting homeowners Childhood influences shape long-term work ethic Sports helped build discipline, resilience, and teamwork Teaching determination to kids is harder in today’s world Failure is one of the best teachers Strong culture is built on teamwork and support Building a business is about creating a family legacy Communication matters in parenting and leadership Time outdoors helps them recharge and stay grounded 🔗 CONNECT WITH PETE & RYAN (ALPHA ROOFING) 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpharoofingtexas?igsh=dzdpbnhyZzU2bmU4 💻Website: https://www.alpharoofingtexas.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22459121660&gbraid=0AAAAABjODiL3hCQAqG3_8JNaXgHujtJbD&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-v3H4aCskgMV1nJ_AB3jzBbgEAAYASAAEgKx_vD_BwE 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show Thanks for watching! If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a parent or entrepreneur who could use the message.

In this rerun episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han sits down with Stephen Mellott, CEO of EPTI and President of HSI, for a grounded conversation about leadership, family, and what it really takes to build a meaningful legacy. Stephen operates a manufacturing business serving refineries and power generation systems, but his story starts far from boardrooms. He was raised in the middle of nowhere on a working ranch, the only boy among three sisters, with a father who was often away for work. That upbringing shaped how he parents today: understanding, but firm, and deeply intentional about presence. As a dad to two daughters, Lilly (14) and Madeline (almost 12), Stephen talks openly about how parenting is not one size fits all. His girls are completely different humans, and that reality has forced him to adapt, listen more, and lead differently at home just as he does at work. Throughout the episode, Stephen emphasizes a few non-negotiables: Integrity cannot be compromised, whether you are leading a company or raising kids. Respect matters in every role, father, husband, leader. And partnership is everything. Stephen is clear that while single parents can absolutely succeed, his ability to operate at a high level in business is directly tied to the support of his wife. She is his partner in all of it, carrying the load when he cannot and helping keep the family grounded. His advice is simple and honest: work with your partner, do not freak out, and trust that it will be okay. After all, our parents did not have it all figured out either. This conversation is not about perfection. It is about persistence, humility, and showing up with integrity even when you are learning in real time. ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis, helping founders go further, together. 🔗 CONNECT WITH STEPHEN MELLOTT 🌐 Website: http://www.hsi-llc.com 👥 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-mellott-2688571b/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show

In this rerun episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han sits down with Joel Flory, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of VSCO (Visual Supply Company). Joel shares his journey from professional photographer to tech founder, and how his approach to leadership has evolved alongside his role as a father of two teenage daughters. From stepping down as CEO to embrace a new chapter as executive chairman, Joel reflects on what it means to lead with humility, balance ambition with family, and stay grounded in purpose. The conversation explores the lessons of fatherhood, the importance of listening, and how community, feedback, and continuous growth shape both his work and his life. All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis — helping founders go further, together. Takeaways Parenting is a team sport that requires listening Professional and personal growth often mirror each other Work-life balance starts with prioritizing health and family Feedback is a cornerstone of continuous improvement Transitioning from CEO to Executive Chairman demands humility Leadership is about service, not control Community involvement leaves a lasting legacy Executive coaching fuels purpose and growthnthood requires grace, empathy, and adaptability Family goals can be structured like business OKRs Success means building a significant business while being present for family 🔗 CONNECT WITH JOEL FLORY 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelflory/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN 👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/younghan/ 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/younghan_ 💻 Website: https://www.alwayshan.com 🔗 CONNECT WITH THE GIRL DAD SHOW 🌐 Website: https://thegirldadshow.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheGirlDadShow/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGirlDadShow 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegirldadshow 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-girl-dad-show