Category: Podcast
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Revolutionizing Ice Cream: The SubZero Journey with Jerry Hancock | Restaurants & Franchises Series
How do you revolutionize the ice cream industry and introduce a one-of-a-kind experience to the US market? In this episode, we explore the journey of Jerry Hancock, the co-founder, and CEO of SubZero Ice Cream, as he introduces a unique ice cream experience to the US market.
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From Numbers-Driven CFO to People-Focused Business Owner, with Mike Derringer
How do you build a team-based approach when it comes to finances? In this candid episode, Mike Derringer, Area President at Focus CFO, shares his journey from being an introverted, numbers-focused CFO to becoming an extroverted fractional business owner who loves business development.
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How Troy Hooper Turned Adversity into Opportunity as CEO of Pepper Lunch | Restaurants & Franchises Series
https://youtu.be/CbGOLW1v9uU How do you introduce a novel restaurant concept to the US market? In this episode, Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palate America, the parent company of Pepper Lunch Restaurants, shares his journey bringing a unique Japanese fast-casual dining experience to the United States. Pepper Lunch offers a “DIY teppanyaki” model where customers…
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The Power of Persistence: Ben Wolf’s Journey from Introvert to Successful Fractional COO | Fractional C-Suite Series
How do you help overworked business owners achieve their big dreams? In this episode, Ben Wolf, founder and CEO of Wolf’s Edge Integrators, shares his journey from “late onset entrepreneurship” as a bankruptcy attorney to running one of the world’s largest fractional COO firms. After being laid off from his law firm, Ben…
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How Craig Paxson Overcame Fear of Public Speaking to Become a Successful Business Leader | Financial & Tax Series
How do you help small business owners achieve lasting success and build generational wealth? In this episode, Craig Paxson, a fractional COO, certified strategy planner, and business coach, shares his insights on creating profitable and sellable businesses that stand the test of time. As the founder of Visionary Results, Craig works with overworked and under…
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From Eviction to Successful Real Estate Investor, with Adrian Smude | Financial & Tax Series
How do you build a successful real estate investing business in the mobile home niche? In this episode, Adrian Smude, founder of Lifestyle Real Estate Investing, shares his journey from being evicted as a tenant to becoming a thriving mobile home investor. After experiencing the challenges of being a problematic tenant and losing money on…
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From Ivy League to Entrepreneurship: Jessica Spino’s Journey as a Fractional CMO and COO | Fractional C-Suite Series
How do you navigate career transitions and build a thriving business as a fractional executive? In this episode, Jessica Spino, a fractional CMO and COO, shares her journey of embracing her diverse skill set and carving out a unique role in the business world. After exploring various fields, from communications to education to nonprofit work,…
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How to Build a Successful Recruiting Firm Through a People-First, Team-Based Approach, with Chris Allaire of Averity | Restaurants & Franchises Series
Chris Allaire, founder and CEO of Averity, shares his journey transforming the recruiting industry with a team-based, service-oriented model.
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How an Old School Print Shop Transitioned to Digital Success, with Bryan Vielhauer | Restaurants & Franchises Series
How do you build an innovative and purpose-driven business? In this episode, Bryan Vielhauer, president of Cincinnati print shop Decal Impressions, shares his journey transforming a struggling company into an innovative digital services provider. After acquiring the near-bankrupt business, Bryan stabilized operations and saw opportunities in digital printing and ecommerce. He made the transition from…
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How to Build a Business (and Life) that is Full of Abundance, with Stephen Christopher | Financial & Tax Series
How do you build a business that’s true to yourself? In this episode, marketing agency founder Stephen Christopher shares how he built a purpose-driven company serving the home services industry.