Shows
Uncovering SuccessAnswer everything with LOVE w/ Sideline Cancer's Cathy GriffithIn 2010 Cathy's beloved husband Greg Griffith was diagnosed with stage IV Pancreatic Cancer at the age of 48. Her Friends, Family and Community established The Greg and Cathy Griffith Family Foundation as a gift during Greg’s heroic 19 month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Cathy embodies what the foundation is built on, Love, Kindness, Empathy and Heart.
Playing on behalf of the Griffith Family Foundation and with the mission to bring awareness to and raise money for pancreatic cancer research, Sideline Cancer reached TBT’s Championship Game in 2020.2021-07-3028 min
Uncovering SuccessCraziest Real Estate Market EVER and How To Handle It w/ Tyler DevollI met Tyler a little over a year ago on my search for a rental property to turn into an Airbnb in downtown Columbus. As two “young guys” in the real estate market he saw the drive and passion in my partner and I. Seeing this he allowed us to take our first ever steps into the Real Estate market and for that I am forever grateful.
Tyler has won numerous awards as one of the top Real Estate Agents in Central Ohio. I wanted to bring him on because he understands what young people are going through trying to navi...2021-07-1435 min
Uncovering SuccessStacking Small Wins w/ Forbes 30 Under 30, Matt Benson Founder and CEO of eFuseA lot has happened since we first talked with Matthew Benson, Founder and CEO of eFuse since we last talked to him. Our first ever returning guest from Season 1 takes us through the day he found out he was a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient. If you're young he gives us some tips he has learned in the past few years. In their last round of funding they raised over $6 Million, we walk through the process of securing funding and building relationships with high level individuals.
Instagram: @matthewjbenson, @efuseofficial 2021-05-1944 min
Uncovering SuccessHelping Others Unlock Their Skills And Talents w/ Vice President of Aultcare, Mike GallinaMike Gallina is Vice President of Communication and Community Outreach for AultCare and is a retired superintendent of schools for the Minerva Local and North Canton City districts. At North Canton City Schools they employed over 500 Staff with 5,000 teachers. Creating culture has to be at the forefront of anything this big in order to succeed. The tips and tricks he has used to build teams and relationships are what make this episode a must listen.2021-05-1342 min
Uncovering SuccessIf You Want To Build A Business, Build People w/ Former Digital Dish President, Jerry AndersonJerry Anderson is know for his hard work and being successful in the business world. What most people have never seen is what it took to get there. From nights sleeping in his car on the West Coast and not sure where his future was, to following God's vision to its fullest, Jerry has seen prosperity in his life.
Jerry is the former Owner and President of Digital Dish servicing all around the midwest. He now helps own and run the Berlin Resort as one of the many great things he is doing to leave his...2021-05-0547 min
Uncovering SuccessNever Sacrifice Your Values w/ Victoria's Secret Model, Sofie RovenstineBorn and raised in Franklin, Tennessee Sofie Rovenstine was Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2018 and placed Top 10 that year at Miss Teen USA. Since giving up her crown she has gone on to walk in the coveted Victoria’s Secret Fashion show, shoot their campaign, and has quickly made a name for herself as an up and coming model.
With all of these accolades it would be easy to change who you are for what everyone else thinks you should be. The most inspiring thing about Sofie is that her faith walk and morals have always been at th...2021-04-2842 min
Uncovering SuccessSmall Business Is The Heart of Rural Towns w/ Chris White, Managing Partner of White Law Office Co.What makes a small rural town able to THRIVE? Chris White, Managing Partner of White Law Office Co. in Millersburg, Ohio and I discuss these characteristics and so much more.
Chris has focused on building the firm into a multi-location entity, expanding the firm’s practice areas, and adding skilled professionals to his staff. Whether it's from the law firm angle, the private equity angle (investing in rural communities), and/or the non-profit angle (creating opportunities in rural communities), Chris believes there is several ways to help communities thrive.2021-03-0844 minUncovering SuccessLife After Trauma w/ Carneil GriffinGriffin grew up in the hood of Chicago. Someone who, as he says "wasn't supposed to make it out". But he kept his head down stayed true to himself and kept grinding. In high school he was #2 in the NATION for speech and debate, he eventually started working for former President Obama's senate campaign. Then tragedy struck, and he was left homeless, but if you were friends with him you never would've known. He kept that passion and purpose that he knew he deserved in his life. This story will stop you in your tracks. He now works in one...2021-03-0150 min
Uncovering SuccessCreating A Personal Brand w/ Isaac MashmanIsaac Mashman is a businessman, podcast host and public speaker. Originally from Jacksonville, Florida and hailing from a lower middle class home, he grew up seeing lack and limitation. This upbringing was what eventually led him to the idea of entrepreneurship. The ability to live a lifestyle of complete freedom, and the opposite of what he once knew was the solution to his problems. Over the span of several years, and nearly a dozen various business ideas, it was in 2020 that Isaac launched his company Mashman Ventures, a public relations firm that specializes in working with people who want...2021-02-2237 min
Uncovering SuccessBelieving In Yourself When No One Else Will w/ Chase JenkinsThe idea of starting a health club/gym in one of the poorest and unhealthiest regions of the country would probably be laughable to most, but not to Chase Jenkins. The 24 year old from Pomeroy Ohio walks us through the ups and down of running Uplift Fitness. From trying to find funding for close to two years, to now having over 300 monthly subscribers. Him and his wife Madi have big dreams and goals for themselves as well as the community. And they're not stopping any time soon!
Chase grew up in the heart of Appalachia and...2021-02-1546 min
Uncovering SuccessWhy Exotic Cars Can Be A Great Investment w/ Hunter ShawWe've always been told that exotic cars are a waste of money and a bad investment. Well it seems to all be changing and my guest today is right in the middle of this booming industry.
Hunter Shaw is an exotic car buyer and seller. He grew up in small town Ohio in Sugarcreek where he first fell in love with cars and bikes. HE got his first dirt bike in 3rd grade and hasn't stopped buying and selling since.
His life as an insurance adjuster took him all over the country, expanding...2021-02-0842 min
Uncovering SuccessGoing Against The Grain w/ Darrin BrodieAfter starting his career at JPMorgan, Darrin became extremely passionate about working with financial industry professionals and helping to grow their businesses. Darrin studied finance at Ohio University and currently lives in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Darrin runs a startup company in the financial sector that was founded by him and his best friend.
His life advice on being okay leave the normal and how to go about it is exactly why I chose him for the show.2021-02-0136 min
Uncovering SuccessComfort vs. Uncertainty w/ Herb MayDoes working many different jobs in a short period of time mean you aren't loyal or are going to struggle to find jobs?
Herb May is the new Director of Relations at eFuse. His love and passion for football led him through a terrific early career with the Baltimore Ravens, Ole Miss Rebels, and the National Football League.
He has shifted that passion and energy towards the new and exciting esports industry. With his business development and sales experience cultivating from his time in traditional sports, he has been able to bring together unique growth...2021-01-2529 min
Uncovering SuccessFinding a Like Minded Community w/ MeThis week I decided to do things a little differently and not interview anyone, and let you all interview me.
Loved getting a chance to talk about some of the things I am most passionate about. I talk about how to find a like minded community as well as sharing what my WHY in life is. With things from Servant Leadership to building a foundation in life that everything else gets built off of this was fun! 2021-01-1824 min
Uncovering SuccessEvolving Leadership w/ Kevin BilleKevin has spent the past twenty years as a head basketball coach at the collegiate and high school levels, as well as being an athletic administrator. Sports have played an integral part in his life ever since he was young and it culminated with him playing collegiate basketball at nearby Walsh University and even as far as Germany, where he spent time as a professional basketball player.
"I’ve met so many people, gone to so many different places, and have an infinite number of things I’ve taken away from the sport to make me who...2021-01-1136 min
Uncovering SuccessStaying True To The Grind w/ Jeff ConnFrom entrepreneur and real estate investor to stand up comedian at times, Jeff Conn has really done it all and been able to be very successful at it. He walks us through the idea and hard times of growing their now very successful Amish Country Theater in to what it is today. They have since added a brand new Berlin Encore Hotel with a gorgeous event center.
Jeff also walks us through how he has grown his real estate portfolio from the ground up and added over 50 rental units in just three years.
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Uncovering SuccessSuccess Happens Behind The Scenes w/ LeeAnn MillerLeeAnn Miller is a cook on Fox affiliates in Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinatti and has been doing it for over a decade. What most people don't see though is the hard work and time that goes into a five minute segment on tv. LeeAnn gave us a behind the scenes look into that preparation and how important building relationships are. We all struggle to maintain relationships at a distance so LeeAnn gives us some tips and tricks into all of it. Her personality is infections and can light up any room, even a podcast!
You can follow...2020-12-2140 min
Uncovering SuccessA Culture of Excellence w/ Legendary Ashland WBB Coach Sue RamseyWhether on the court or off, Coach Ramsey, leads by example. Her commitment to excellence is shadowed only by her deep and abiding faith. Retired from a 35 year coaching career, 20 of which she served as head coach for the Ashland University Women’s Basketball Team, Sue is ready to share her expertise beyond the hardwood. She led the Ashland Eagles to a Division II National Title in 2013, which followed on the heels of being 2012 national runner-up. That same year Coach Ramsey was named the 2012 Conference, Regional and NCAA Division 2 National Coach of the Year and inducted into Miami University’s pr...2020-12-1637 min
Uncovering SuccessLeadership and Experiences w/ Nick RuebelLeadership. Being okay being alone. Staying humble. Learning from others.
These are a few of the things I have picked up from others, during my time. Today I had the pleasure of being joined by a long time great friend of mine, Nick Ruebel, to help me dive into these and my journey. Nick was a manager and Video Coordinator at Ohio State when I was there and after went to be an Assistant at The University of North Alabama for two years. We have traveled to San Francisco, San Diego, Tampa Bay and Nashville together...2020-12-0740 min
Uncovering SuccessThe Convergence of Science and Faith w/ Jeremy Miller, President of Rosedale Bible CollegeCan SCIENCE and FAITH be on the same page? Jeremy Miller, President of Rosedale Bible College in Columbus helps answer this question that I feel like a lot of us have. It can be so easy to get caught up in the “my way or the highway” thinking and not be able to see similarities right in front of us. Jeremy's’ patient approach to life and people is evident in the way he lives his life!
We also have a good discussion on the similarities and differences between running a church and a college, along with the di...2020-11-3027 min
Uncovering SuccessRelationships Matter w/ New York Mets Dietitian, Maureen Stoecklein RDFrom full time firefighter to dietitian for an MLB team Maureen has excelled at a lot of things. She has recognized the importance of being nice to people and building relationships. We discuss the mindset a firefighter has when running into a burning building and the training that goes into the preparation of it.
Do all great athletes stick to a specific diet regimen? We talk about that and what it is like being the dietician of a professional sports team in New York, while living in Michigan and being a full time fire fighter. If you need any motivation t...2020-11-2330 min
Uncovering SuccessBelieving In Yourself w/ Zach FleerPEOPLE, IMPACT AND FAITH...
The three things that have gotten him where he is today, and what is going to get him where he wants to be. Zach Fleer has become a household name in Columbus and has impacted the lives of countless young athletes across the city.
As Co-Founder and Owner of 270 Hoops, he gives us insight into how he built the monster that is 270. He shares how he gained the confidence to pursue his vision through faith in God. Zach has realized that you can only be as successful as the people...2020-11-1642 min
Uncovering SuccessGrowing Big Ideas w/ Seth MasonWith the help of his parents, Seth launched his own customized sock company, Seth’s Socks, when he was 16. Today, Seth’s Socks has achieved over 7 Figures in online sales across Amazon, Wal-Mart, Etsy, eBay and the e-commerce website.
He started Altoona Gaming in February of 2018. Altoona Gaming was his first step in Esports. With the help of friends, he hosted a Madden tournament in his college apartment at Penn State. That tournament was such a success, he began to research the industry and develop the concept of the gaming center. In 2019, Altoona Gaming was acquired by Amer...2020-11-0941 min
Uncovering SuccessGrowing An Already Successful Family Business w/ David Anthony KaufmanD. Anthony Kaufman is the President of Kaufman Realty and Auctions which was founded on honesty, integrity, and professionalism. He has been a prominent member of the Holmes County community since a young age and always strives for bigger and better. As president he runs the day to day of the office but specializes in communication and the bigger picture. He talks about understanding how to delegate your weaknesses as well as improve upon your strengths. No matter where you're at in life you can learn a lot from his ideas and experiences. 2020-11-0227 min
Uncovering SuccessLessons Learned as a 23 Year Old CEO w/ Matt BensonMatthew Benson is the founder and CEO of eFuse, a professional social network for esports & video games. Prior to entering the gaming industry, Matthew was an Investment Analyst at Ohio Innovation Fund. Leveraging his experiences at OIF, Matthew was able to secure a successful seed round of funding of $1.4 million and solidified partnerships with known influencers in the gaming space and professional athletes, including chacoTaco and Braxton Miller. With the full platform built out and a 12 person full-time team of experienced gaming and social network executives, eFuse, an OIF-backed venture, is rapidly gaining recognition in the esports industry...2020-10-2631 min
Uncovering SuccessPioneering an Age-Old Industry w/ Geneva SchlabachThe healthcare industry is an industry very resistant to change. CEO Geneva Schlabach and her team have built a software that is looking to revolutionize the way hospitals are run. Her company Vispa is a web-based software that helps boost revenue faster, simpler, and more efficiently.
Geneva has been an entrepreneur at heart all her life and is finally getting to showcase the talents and ideas she has developed along the way. Whether it is with Vispa or her Life Coaching business she exemplifies what it means to be a servant leader. She is a family first...2020-10-1932 min
Uncovering SuccessCreative Leadership w/ Ryan TaggartPutting your teams in uncomfortable situations in practice allows for comfort in uncertain times of action.
On today's episode I am joined by the Principal of Sugarcreek Garaway Local Schools, Ryan Taggart. Taggart was the head coach of a decade of excellence with the Garaway Golf Team from 2005-2016. He led them to 9 straight State Tournament appearances as head coach and three State Championships.
We discuss his different leadership styles and how they changed over the years. Learning how to put his players in difficult situations in practice and matches was vital to their success. We also discuss the work...2020-10-1241 min
Uncovering SuccessPassion, Mindset and Failure w/ Tyler WalterIt's good to FAIL! It means you're getting closer to success.
How does someone go from star quarterback, to successful engineer, to a four hour work week and it be the happiest he's ever been? It has to do with following your passions... and my next guest is letting us know the secrets... all the way from Taiwan!
My guest Tyler Walter is a corporate dropout who followed his passions to life full of travel and greatness. In his own words he says, "You see everyone else thought I was successful but, I felt...2020-10-0553 min
Uncovering SuccessAuthentic Leadership w/ Dan OwolabiDan has always believed that Authentic Leaders are servants first. That’s why he has made it his mission to help others achieve exceptional results by leading from a mindset of serving.
Drawing upon his talent for storytelling and his passion for connecting with others, Dan has spent the past 15 years working to empower those around him. For nearly a decade, he served as a public school teacher and pastor in Northeast Ohio. The work, while demanding, was incredibly rewarding—so in 2017, Dan decided to take his passion for developing leaders to a wider audience.
His...2020-09-2827 minUncovering SuccessWelcome to Uncovering SuccessWelcome to Uncovering Success! Brady gives some background and previews what's to come.
Music Intro - Will Smith on Charlie Rose, Pick Up The Phone by Travis Scott
Podcast Logo - @made.bymadisynn on Instagram 2020-09-1402 min