From Hollywood Dreams to Comic Empire: Tom Fenoglio of Fenom Comics
From Hollywood Dreams to Comic Empire: Tom Fenoglio of Fenom Comics  
Podcast: Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success
Published On: Tue Jul 01 2025
Description: Guest: Tom Fenoglio, Co-Owner & Co-Founder of Fenom Comics Host: Julie RigaJoin Julie as she sits down with Tom Fenoglio, who transformed his Hollywood screenwriting dreams into a thriving comic book empire. Alongside his brother Joe, Tom co-founded Fenom Comics, creating an impressive universe featuring titles like Hunter Ninja Bear, Star Riders, and Something Fierce.In this episode, Tom reveals how he pivoted from chasing Hollywood success to building his own creative empire through comics—maintaining complete creative control while developing intellectual property with unlimited storytelling possibilities. As an electrical engineer who never gave up on his creative dreams, Tom shares the three essential ingredients for success: trusted partnerships, well-thought-out product development, and marketing mastery.What You'll Learn:Why comics offer advantages over traditional Hollywood for creative storytellingHow to protect and develop your intellectual propertyThe reality of balancing day jobs with creative pursuitsStrategies for authentic marketing and customer engagementWhy authenticity trumps trend-chasing in creative workPerfect for: Creative professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone with dreams they've been putting on hold."Dreams don't happen when you're 20 and then fade away when you're 50, 60, 70. The dreams were always there, we just couldn't get to it." - Tom FenoglioConnect with Fenom Comics: fenomcomics.com | Available on Amazon and Apple BooksTo learn more about Julie Riga and her mission to help you stay on course and lead with confidence and clarity, visit:🌐 www.julieriga.com 🌟 Explore transformative coaching sessions at julieriga.com 🔗 Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julierigaI'm Julie Riga—a leadership coach, speaker, certified trainer, author, voice actor, and proud host of the Stay On Course podcast. With over 20 years of experience in the pharma, biotech, and life sciences industries, I specialize in empowering high-achieving professionals to lead with clarity, purpose, and resilience.I work with:CEOs, Founders, and Executives who want to lead with authenticity and impactC-suite leaders and senior managers looking to improve executive presence and public speakingEntrepreneurs and business owners navigating growth, leadership challenges, and career fulfillmentHR and operations leaders seeking strategic development tools and confidence coachingMany of my clients come to me when they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or out of alignment. They’re looking to:Boost leadership clarity and overcome self-doubtDevelop executive presence and master public speakingReignite their purpose and unlock their full potentialBalance career ambition with personal fulfillmentStay resilient in high-pressure environmentsWhether you're a tech founder, a service-based business owner, or a corporate executive ready to elevate your leadership game, my programs—including Before I Lead, Before I Speak, Before I Sell, and Before I Calendar—are designed to help you take action, grow sustainably, and leave a lasting legacy.Discover your purpose. Stay on Course. Leave a Legacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.