From Fat Dad to Ironman: Entrepreneur Kris Kaplan of Cruise & Co. on Sobriety and Transforming Life & Business

In this week’s episode of Sounds of Health, Dave sits down with Kris Kaplan — entrepreneur, Ironman, business coach, and partner at Cruise & Co. — for a raw, energizing conversation about what it really takes to rebuild your life and your business from the inside out.

Kris shares how he went from “fat dad to Ironman,” the moment he realized he needed to sell his company, and why connection has been the driving force behind his 37 years of sobriety. From scaling a multimillion‑dollar business to coaching leaders across industries, Kris brings a rare blend of honesty, humor, and lived experience that hits on every level: physical, emotional, and financial.

Together, Dave and Kris explore the power of community, the mindset shifts that change everything, and the surprising moments that shape who we become — including the run in Lake Placid that launched an entirely new career.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an athlete, someone navigating recovery, or simply someone searching for what’s next, this episode offers clarity, inspiration, and a reminder that transformation is always possible.

Connect with Kris Kaplan:
Website: www.kriskaplan.com
Cruise & Co.: www.crewsandco.com
Email: kris@crewsandco.com
LinkedIn: kris-kaplan-00b18a5
Facebook: kris.kaplan
Instagram: kris.kaplan

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Sounds of Health is brought to you by Nutmeg Insurance Advisors and recorded at the offices of Nutmeg Advisory Group in North Haven, CT.

Producer and Host: Dave MacNiven
Producer: Jason Carubia
Music: Rob Hames

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