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Ecomm BreakthroughThrowback: Five Mistakes That Almost Cost Me My BusinessIn this Throwback episode, Josh, a seasoned entrepreneur, is interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise 25. Josh shares five costly mistakes he made scaling his Amazon-based business, including over-diversifying sales channels, hiring without clear roles, delaying process documentation, underinvesting in talent, and launching unoriginal products. Their candid discussion offers actionable lessons for 6-7 figure business owners aiming for 8 figures: focus on your best channels, hire strategically, document processes early, invest in quality talent, and prioritize innovation. Listeners gain practical insights to avoid common pitfalls and accelerate their path to greater scale and profitability.Chapters:Introduction & Overview...
2025-08-1415 minEcomm BreakthroughThrowback: From Wedding Invitations to Eight-Figure Success: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Hadley DesignsIn this Throwback episode, Chad Franzen interviews Josh, co-founder of Hadley Designs, about his journey from door-to-door sales and custom wedding invitations to building an eight-figure Amazon brand with over 1,300 SKUs. Josh shares how resilience, leveraging Facebook ads, and continuous learning fueled his growth. He discusses the transition from bespoke products to scalable e-commerce, the impact of mentorship, and the importance of reinvesting profits. Josh also introduces his new podcast, aimed at helping seven-figure business owners scale to eight figures by sharing real-world lessons and strategies from successful entrepreneurs.Chapters:Introduction and Early Entrepreneurial Drive (00:00:00)
2025-07-3115 min
Leap TogetherZach Gobst: CEO of LeapcureIn this special episode of Leap Together, we flip the mic and put our very own CEO, Zach Gobst, in the guest seat. Interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise25, Zach shares the personal story that led him to launch Leapcure and the values that continue to guide the company nearly a decade later.Zach dives into:How a family health scare sparked his commitment to clinical researchThe evolution of Leapcure from a tech startup to a purpose-driven services companyThe power of true partnerships with sponsors, sites, and advocacy groupsWhy empathy, equity, and patient understanding are the...
2025-06-3028 minLeap TogetherZach Gobst: CEO of LeapcureIn this special episode of Leap Together, we flip the mic and put our very own CEO, Zach Gobst, in the guest seat. Interviewed by Chad Franzen of Rise25, Zach shares the personal story that led him to launch Leapcure and the values that continue to guide the company nearly a decade later.Zach dives into:How a family health scare sparked his commitment to clinical researchThe evolution of Leapcure from a tech startup to a purpose-driven services companyThe power of true partnerships with sponsors, sites, and advocacy groupsWhy empathy, equity, and patient understanding are the...
2025-06-3028 min
The Kingdom Finance ShowNavigating Economic Uncertainty: August 2024 Economic OutlookIn this episode of The Kingdom Finance Show, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™️ Chad Franzen, provides an in-depth economic update for August 2024. We explore critical factors shaping financial markets, including Federal Reserve decisions, recession indicators, and the impact of the upcoming presidential election. Chad shares expert strategies for managing market volatility, optimizing investment portfolios, and staying ahead in a rapidly changing economic landscape. Whether you're concerned about inflation, tax policy changes, or global risks, this episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions in uncertain times.---Socials: Follow On Instagram: bit.ly/3...
2024-08-281h 02
Circle City ConversationsLeveraging Accident Documentation and Legal Representation in Personal Injury CasesAlex Limontes is an attorney and the Managing Partner at Hurst Limontes LLC, a personal injury law firm based in Indiana and one of the few firms whose practice focuses solely on personal injury claimants. At Hurst Limontes LLC, Alex and his team have represented thousands of clients and obtained hundreds of millions in settlements and verdicts. A strong advocate of community involvement, Alex has worked closely with established Indianapolis organizations and has served on the Board of Directors at the Indianapolis Bar Association Solo/Small Firm Committee. His impact in the industry has earned him several...
2024-07-2241 min
Talent WinsTop Secrets To Building Winning TeamsChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a proven system that helps organizations build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, development, and promotion strategies. Since 2001, Chris has been consulting and teaching organizations and individual managers how to pack their teams with A-players. Chris has conducted over 2,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates, helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential, and trained thousands in guaranteed methods for improving their success. His client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Last year, Chris co-authored his first book, Foolproof H...
2024-06-2615 minTalent WinsFoolproof Hiring: A Guide for Building High-Achieving TeamsChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a proven system that helps organizations build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, development, and promotion strategies. Since 2001, Chris has been consulting and teaching organizations and individual managers how to pack their teams with A Players. Chris has conducted over 2,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates, helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential, and trained thousands in the guaranteed methods for improving their success. His client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and nonprofit organizations. In April, Chris co-authored his first...
2023-12-2720 minCircle City ConversationsBuilding an Impactful Law PracticeAlex Limontes is an attorney and the Managing Partner at Hurst Limontes LLC, a personal injury law firm based in Indiana and one of the few firms whose practice focuses solely on personal injury claimants. At Hurst Limontes LLC, Alex and his team have represented thousands of clients and obtained hundreds of millions in settlements and verdicts. A strong advocate of community involvement, Alex has worked closely with established Indianapolis organizations and has served on the Board of Directors at the Indianapolis Bar Association Solo/Small Firm Committee. His impact in the industry has earned him several...
2023-12-2529 min
Mission MattersPaul Gregory Media and Social MediaPaul Feith is the President of Paul Gregory Media, a mission-based digital marketing agency that offers services such as branding, marketing campaigns, social media management, SEO, advertising, and fundraising. Paul is a self-described computer and technology nerd who started his first entrepreneurial venture as the owner of Compu-Tech, a database programming company. After a long career in corporate America as a new media manager for various dot-com startups, he founded PGM. Paul uses his passion for volunteering at mission-based organizations by sharing his expertise in technology and marketing at various nonprofit organizations, including serving on the boards...
2023-08-1514 min
15 Minutes Share Your VoiceBuilding Success in Construction Law With Chad ShifrinChad Shifrin is a Partner at Laurie & Brennan LLP, a boutique construction law firm in Chicago, IL. With over 18 years of experience, Chad focuses his practice on litigating and arbitrating complex construction disputes and represents owners and construction professionals in a court of law. In addition to his litigation work, Chad regularly counsels clients in non-litigation matters, assisting in contract negotiation through project completion. In this episode… Building a successful law firm focused on settling construction disputes is a challenging endeavor. It requires an understanding of the industry, the desire to build relationships, and the abi...
2023-05-2420 min
Top Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Acquiring a Company Without Jeopardizing the Original Brand Model With Sherif MityasExperienced executive leader Sherif Mityas is the CEO of BRIX Holdings, a Dallas-based franchisor of award-winning food brands including Souper Salad, Smoothie Factory, and RedBrick Pizza. His demonstrated work history in retail and customer interaction earned him the accolade of Global CXO of the year in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Additionally, Sherif was named one of the top 10 innovators in the restaurant industry in 2020 by Nation’s Restaurant News. In this episode… Mergers and acquisitions are big business these days. Unfortunately, it’s a common side effect of acquisitions for the original business model to be l...
2023-05-1015 min
Pillar6 PodcastResponding to the Recent Banking Collapse With Roman PolnarRoman Polnar is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pillar6 Advisors, a multifaceted financial planning and wealth management firm geared toward serving successful individuals and families with active lifestyles. Roman is also a Partner at Pillar6 College Planning, where he helps families unlock debt-free money from the financial aid system so they can avoid loans and navigate the system with ease. Roman has over 18 years of experience in the financial services profession, working for some of the nation’s most recognized names. After 10 years in the corporate world, he left to build an independent firm that would do...
2023-03-2325 min
What The Teck?Podcasting Strategies for Industry DevelopmentChad Franzen is a podcast host, writer, and Project Manager at Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. As an experienced journalist, broadcaster, and storyteller, he has worked in news writing, sports broadcasting, and video and podcast production. Chad has also done play-by-play sports broadcasting at state championship games for high school basketball and football. In this episode… Traditionally, broadcasting has been a competitive industry to enter. But the widespread adoption of remote work has uncovered modern media av...
2023-03-0146 min
Gain TractionEasy Money for Tire Dealers With Mike Edge, Director of Business Development With Tread PartnersMike Edge is the Director of Business Development at Tread Partners. He has had a lengthy career in his field, having previously been the Owner and Business Development expert for Resource Connection Inc., Director of Business Development at Upright Communications, and Owner of T.M. Edge, Inc. In this episode… What is the best group of potential customers a tire dealer could possibly reach out to? According to Mike Edge, who oversees Tread Partners’ Retread program, it’s past customers who haven’t been in the shop for a while. Mike describes those people as “low-hangin...
2023-02-2221 minPillar6 PodcastYear in Review With Roman PolnarRoman Polnar is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pillar6 Advisors, a multifaceted financial planning and wealth management firm geared toward serving successful individuals and families with active lifestyles. Roman is also a Partner at Pillar6 College Planning, where he helps families unlock debt-free money from the financial aid system so they can avoid loans and navigate the system with ease. Roman has over 18 years of experience in the financial services profession, working for some of the nation’s most recognized names. After 10 years in the corporate world, he left to build an independent firm that would do...
2023-02-1621 min
The Friendchise PodcastEp. 146: Before Sunrise (w/ Chad Corhan)Tyler and Konnery follow a couple off a train and into the streets of Vienna alongside special guest Chad Corhan! Together the trio discuss the city, romance, and how they all had a version of the same personality at 25. All this and so much more on this moonlit episode of The Friendchise.
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2023-02-051h 31Top Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Making the World Happier and Healthier One Smoothie at a Time With Isaac HamlinIsaac Hamlin is the Founder of Better Blend, a wellness-focused company with a mission to “cultivate a healthier and happier world one blend, bowl, and community at a time.” It was during Isaac’s time as an SEC All-American rugby player for the University of Kentucky that he found the inspiration for Better Blend. Wanting to replace the team’s heavy pregame meals, he developed more nutritious — yet delicious — smoothies that could travel well. In this episode… Meal replacement smoothies became popular in the early 1990s, targeting those looking for a quick weight-loss option. The issue with man...
2023-01-2518 minTalent WinsYear in Review — Assembling an Incredible Team To Help Your Company ScaleChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a proven system that helps organizations build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, development, and promotion strategies. Since 2001, Chris has been consulting and teaching organizations and individual managers how to pack their teams with A Players. Chris has conducted over 2,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates, helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential, and trained thousands of people in the guaranteed methods for improving their success. His client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and nonprofit organizations. In this...
2023-01-1817 minTop Business Leaders ShowFuture-proofing a Multimillion-dollar Industry With Allison+Partners Co-founder Jonathan HeitJonathan Heit is the Co-founder and Global Chief Operating Officer at Allison+Partners. The award-winning Allison+Partners is a global marketing and communications agency operating in 50 worldwide markets. The agency specializes in corporate, consumer brands, public affairs, reputation risk, and health and technology practices. In the 20-plus years under Jonathan’s leadership at Allison+Partners, he’s grown the agency from two offices and a 14-person staff to a $100-million global operation. Jonathan works closely with finance and human resources to maximize the agency’s potential. His additional responsibilities include internal communications, external marketing, and the agency’s overall...
2022-12-1424 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Creating Excellence in Dining With Robert Hall of Refined Hospitality ConceptsRobert Hall is the CEO of Refined Hospitality Concepts, a hospitality group and catering company centered in Farmer’s Branch, Texas that serves the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. He has decades of experience in the hospitality industry, from pizza shops to wineries. Robert uses his vast experience to foster a culture of excellence across all of his restaurants. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Robert Hall, CEO of Refined Hospitality Concepts, about the atmosphere and inspiration for each of his restaurants. Robert strives to create a culture of e...
2022-12-0736 min
The Same Day PodcastThe Importance of Establishing Core ValuesMat Zalk is the President and Property Manager at Keyrenter Property Management which has offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Arkansas. He focuses on the acquisition and management of single and multi-family residential properties on behalf of himself and a small network of investors. Before founding Keyrenter Tulsa, Mat was a Strategy Director at The Property Finder Group, where he worked closely with the CEO and senior management team on various international acquisitions, scaled local teams in the group’s Saudi Arabia and Egypt offices, and executed a number of strategic projects in the business’ core market of D...
2022-12-0629 min
The Lawyer's EdgeElise Holtzman | Celebrating 100 Episodes: Top Stories and Strategies From Experts in the Legal SpaceElise Holtzman is an experienced attorney, a certified professional coach, and the Founder of The Lawyer’s Edge, a boutique firm that provides professional development services to individual attorneys and legal organizations. Elise has a JD from Columbia Law School. She practiced commercial real estate transactional law before shifting her focus to empowering lawyers as they navigate their growing careers. She’s dedicated the last 12 years to helping lawyers and law firms be proactive about business development, leadership, and career acceleration. Elise has hosted The Lawyer’s Edge Podcast for over two years, interviewing top lawyers...
2022-12-0624 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Tips To Grow Your Business and Support Your People With Tom Coogle of Reynolds Foodliner Inc. and Your Pie FranchisingTom Coogle is the President of Reynolds Foodliner Inc., a grocery company that operates stores including Piggly Wiggly and Stripling’s General Store. He is also a Franchise Owner at Your Pie Franchising. Tom has been in the food and beverage industry for over 22 years, taking his family’s company from modest success in the grocery business to a diversified company with his team members as the priority. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Tom Coogle, President of Reynolds Foodliner Inc. and Franchise Owner at Your Pie Fr...
2022-12-0119 minEcomm BreakthroughFinding the Balance in a Relationship When Your Spouse Is Your Business PartnerJosh Hadley is the CEO of Hadley Designs, and Becca Hadley is the Chief Creative Officer of Hadley Designs, an online boutique graphic design store. The boutique specializes in stationery and gift items ranging from wedding invitations to baby shower decor to classroom decor. A one-off opportunity for Becca to design wedding invitations for her best friend sparked something in Josh, and from there, Hadley Designs was born. The e-commerce leaders are more than just business partners. They are also the powerhouse couple behind the brand. Though Hadley Designs is an eight-figure success, Josh and Becca’s traj...
2022-11-2943 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Alexander Green of The Fireman Hospitality GroupAlexander Green is the Managing Director of The Fireman Hospitality Group in National Harbor, a diverse group of restaurants ranging from pizzarias to upscale steakhouses. He has been in the restaurant industry for 25 years, starting as a dishwasher and working his way up to his current position. Alexander oversees two restaurants in National Harbor: Fiorella Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria and Bond 45. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Alexander Green, Managing Director of The Fireman Hospitality Group in National Harbor. His two restaurants bring their own individual atmospheres: Fiorella Pi...
2022-11-2319 min
NAIFA's Advisor Today Podcast SeriesWhy Everyone Should Invest in Long-Term Care Insurance With Jeff LevinA 35-year veteran in the insurance industry, Jeff Levin is the Vice President of Sales for Care Solutions at OneAmerica. OneAmerica is a leading mutual insurance company providing services and products, including retirement, individual life insurance, long-term care, and employee benefits. Aside from his genuine passion for care solutions, Jeff attributes his success to relationship management. He prides himself as a hands-on leader, quick to jump in to help others achieve their career goals. Outside of the office, Jeff is an avid reader, music lover, and triathlete. In this episode… For those of us who ar...
2022-11-2333 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Big Franchise Opportunities With Josh Halpern of Big ChickenJosh Halpern is the CEO of both Beer Park and Big Chicken, a dining concept that pays homage to the food of founder Shaquille O'Neal’s childhood. He holds an MBA from Babson College. Josh is currently looking for single and multi-unit franchisees who are serious about the food industry and carrying on the culture of Big Chicken. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Josh Halpern, CEO of Big Chicken, about conceptualizing the culinary vision of founder Shaquille O’Neal. Big Chicken takes the foods that Shaq grew u...
2022-11-1621 minPillar6 PodcastCommon College Financial Aid Planning MistakesRoman Polnar is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pillar6 Advisors, a multifaceted financial planning and wealth management firm geared toward serving successful individuals and families with active lifestyles. Roman is also a Partner at Pillar6 College Planning, where he helps families unlock debt-free money from the financial aid system so they can avoid loans and navigate the system with ease. Roman has over 18 years of experience in the financial services profession, working for some of the nation’s most recognized names. After 10 years in the corporate world, he left to build an independent firm that would do...
2022-11-1018 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Swirling and Serving Flavors With Solomon ChoiSolomon Choi is the Founder and CEO of 16 Handles, the first self-serve frozen yogurt store to open in New York City. Also the Co-founder of Greeno Products, he is an entrepreneur, advisor, and investor with a background in hospitality. Solomon is an Advisor for Hooray Foods, Kolkata Chai Co., Lunchbox, and Optamark, an Investor for Bikky, Sunscoop, and MCTco., and a Hospitality Partner at Branded Strategic Hospitality. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Founder and CEO of 16 Handles, Solomon Choi, about developing and cultivating a frozen-yogurt lifestyle br...
2022-11-0939 minThe Same Day PodcastHow To Rent Your Property With EaseMat Zalk is the President and Property Manager at Keyrenter Property Management which has offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Arkansas. He focuses on the acquisition and management of single and multi-family residential properties on behalf of himself and a small network of investors. Before founding Keyrenter Tulsa, Mat was a Strategy Director at The Property Finder Group, where he worked closely with the CEO and senior management team on various international acquisitions, scaled local teams in the group’s Saudi Arabia and Egypt offices, and executed a number of strategic projects in the business’ core market of Du...
2022-11-0823 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Recovering the Body and Spirit With Terces Engelhart of Cafe GratitudeTerces Engelhart is the Co-founder of Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. She has co-authored three books with her husband, Matthew. Terces draws from over 35 years of recovery from 20 years of addiction and her intimate relationship with Christ, which led to her healing. She recently launched her podcast called Unreasonably Grateful, sharing life lessons she learned and how those lessons can help others. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Terces Engelhart, Co-founder of Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre, about the restaurants’ unique approach of gratitude and both physical and...
2022-11-0233 minEcomm BreakthroughJosh Hadley’s Four Core Areas of Performance EnhancementJosh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of an eight-figure e-commerce business called Hadley Designs. Hadley Designs is an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight-figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough Consulting, Josh graduated with an MBA from the Lassonde New Venture Development program at the University of Utah. Josh then took his talents to Dallas, where he honed his business, marketing...
2022-11-0146 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Healing Our Bodies and Planet One Burger at a Time With Ran NussbacherRan Nussbacher is the Co-founder and CEO of Shouk, a plant-based restaurant chain with a mission to fight climate change. He has almost 20 years in diverse sales industries, which helped drive his passion for conservation. Ran holds Master’s degrees in Information Systems and Business Administration from Boston University. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Shouk Co-founder and CEO Ran Nussbacher about its innovative, Middle East market-style restaurant and storefront and its 100% plant-based menu. Ran created Shouk in 2014, before the plant-based culinary industry became the trend it is to...
2022-10-2620 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Raising the Bar With Bill Tobin of Tiki’s Grill & BarBill Tobin is the Co-owner and CEO of Tiki’s Grill & Bar and a business mentor on his Restaurant Leadership 365 podcast. He has over 25 years of experience in the restaurant industry as a manager, owner, mentor, and consultant. Bill Tobin is a veteran of the US Army and holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Bill Tobin, Co-owner and CEO of Tiki’s Grill & Bar and mentor for The Restaurant Leadership 365 podcast, about the busi...
2022-10-1920 minEcomm BreakthroughThe Seven-Step Process Entrepreneurs Should Use When Hiring New TalentJosh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of an eight-figure e-commerce business called Hadley Designs. Hadley Designs is an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight-figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough, Josh graduated with an MBA from the Lassonde New Venture Development program at the University of Utah. Josh then took his talents to Dallas, where he honed his business, marketing, and p...
2022-10-1840 min
The Game Is The Game PodcastHow To Run a Successful Investment Firm With Michael Curry of LullwaterMichael Curry is the Chief Executive Officer of Lullwater, a private holding company focusing on small business investing and operations. Lullwater invests in entrepreneurs changing the world, one small business at a time. Michael is also the CEO of Apex Physics Partners, a company that provides expert, patient-focused, and relationship-driven partnerships that empower patient care and allow physicists to be physicists. He is the former CEO of Krueger-Gilbert Health Physics, LLC, where he directed the company’s strategy, sales, marketing, and business development. Michael worked as an MBA associate with HCP & Company and Pareto Capital Group. He began his ca...
2022-10-1431 minPillar6 PodcastFinancial Planning Best Practices for Coordinating Your FinancesRoman Polnar is the Founder and Managing Partner of Pillar6 Advisors, a multifaceted financial planning and wealth management firm geared toward serving successful individuals and families with active lifestyles. Roman is also a Partner at Pillar6 College Planning, where he helps families unlock debt-free money from the financial aid system so they can avoid loans and navigate the system with ease. Roman has over 18 years of experience in the financial services profession, working for some of the nation’s most recognized names. After 10 years in the corporate world, he left to build an independent firm that would do...
2022-10-1319 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] From Pennies to Pies With Jim Kaa of Polly’s PiesJim Kaa is the CEO and President of Polly’s Pies. He has spent nearly 40 years in the restaurant industry, formerly working as Vice President of Accounting for The Veggie Grill, Director of Financial Planning and Analysis for Pacific Restaurant Advisors, Director of Accounting for Ruby Restaurant Group, and Director of Finance and Administration for Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Jim Kaa holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from California State University in Long Beach. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Jim Kaa, CEO and President of Polly’...
2022-10-1225 minEcomm BreakthroughThe Five Biggest Mistakes Josh Hadley Wants You To Avoid as a New Business OwnerJosh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of an eight-figure e-commerce business called Hadley Designs. Hadley Designs is an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight-figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough, Josh graduated with an MBA from the Lassonde New Venture Development program at the University of Utah. Josh then took his talents to Dallas, where he honed his business, marketing, and p...
2022-10-1044 minEcomm BreakthroughFrom Humble Beginnings to an Eight-Figure eCommerce Brand OwnerJosh Hadley is the Founder and CEO of an eight-figure e-commerce business called Hadley Designs. Hadley Designs is an online graphic design boutique where customers can choose, design, download, and print home decor and invitations. Josh is also an e-commerce business consultant and the host of the eComm Breakthrough Podcast, which is dedicated to helping brands exceed eight figure profits. Before starting Hadley Designs and eComm Breakthrough, Josh graduated with an MBA from the Lassonde New Venture Development program at the University of Utah. Josh then took his talents to Dallas, where he honed his business, marketing, and project...
2022-10-0733 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Shabby Dive to Kitschy Charm With Eric Goodwin of The Friendly Toast RestaurantEric Goodwin is the Co-owner of The Friendly Toast Restaurants and President of Goodwin Recruiting. He is a serial entrepreneur, owning and overseeing numerous other businesses, such as NOBL Coffee. Eric Goodwin holds a bachelor’s of science in Business Administration. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Eric Goodwin, Co-owner of The Friendly Toast Restaurant and President of Goodwin Recruiting, about what makes The Friendly Toast such a unique experience for patrons. With the help of his recruiting firm Goodwin Recruiting, Eric and his partner Scott Pulver have...
2022-10-0529 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Collaborating With Top Restaurant Brands With Jayson Siano of Sabre Real Estate AdvisorsJayson Siano is the Founder and CEO of Sabre Real Estate Advisors, a full-service boutique real estate advisory firm specializing in tenant/owner representation, investment sales, and development/construction services. As an entrepreneur and commercial real estate executive, Jayson advises and scales some of the most successful brands in the world. His client list includes Chipotle, Starbucks, Orangetheory Fitness, and Massage Envy, among others. In this episode… Join Chad Franzen in today’s episode of the SpotOn Series as he hosts Jayson Siano, Founder and CEO of Sabre Real Estate Advisors and CRE Digital Army, to d...
2022-09-2826 min
Tiger Performance PodcastTreating Common Health Problems of High-Achieving Entrepreneurs With Steve Adams, Founder and CEO of Tiger Performance InstituteSteve Adams is the Founder and CEO of Tiger Performance Institute as well as the author of Unleash the Peak Performer Within You and The Passionate Entrepreneur. As a veteran entrepreneur and former corporate banker, Steve is passionate about building and scaling organizations through disciplined execution, direct-response marketing, and culture creation. His mission is to help other entrepreneurs grow in their performance. In this episode… Are you feeling depleted and worried about your health? What can you do to take ownership of your health and well-being? Many high-achieving entrepreneurs face stress and anxiety, whi...
2022-09-2833 min
She Said Privacy/He Said SecurityEmphasizing Data Privacy and Security: Insights From Jodi and Justin DanielsJodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women’s Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. Since its launch, Red Clover Advisors has helped hundreds of companies create privacy programs, achieve GDPR, CCPA, and US privacy law compliance, and establish a secure online data strategy their customers can count on. Jodi is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping a range of businesses — from solopreneurs to multinational companies — in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked...
2022-09-2220 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Entrepreneurship in the Restaurant Industry With Elaina Morris of Ascend Hospitality GroupElaina Morris is the Founding Partner, President, and CEO of Ascend Hospitality Group, which delivers world-class hospitality and culinary experiences across the Pacific Northwest. As an accomplished business owner and community leader, Elaina has over 20 years of experience developing concepts and creating value in various industries. She serves as a trustee for the Washington Hospitality Association’s Education Foundation, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Samena Club, and Rainier Athletics. In this episode… Join Chad Franzen of Rise25 in today’s episode of the SpotOn Series as he chats with Elaina Morris, Founding Partner, President, and CEO of Asc...
2022-09-2136 min
Rising Entrepreneurs PodcastEO San Francisco | [Board Member Profile Series] Marketing Communications Chair John CorcoranJohn Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and has run his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs. John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast since 2012. He has interviewed hundreds of CEOs, founders, authors, and entrepreneurs, from Peter Diamandis and Adam Grant to Gary Vaynerchuk and Marie Forleo. John is also the Co-founder of Rise25, a...
2022-09-1509 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Modern Restaurant Concepts With Karl Goodhew of BurgerFiKarl Goodhew is the Chief Technology Officer at BurgerFi, one of the nation’s fastest-growing premium, fast-casual restaurant concepts with 116 locations. As a proven engineer and product leader, he has over 15 years of experience in software development, with more than six years spent managing and overseeing enterprise-level programs. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, join Chad Franzen of Rise25 as he sits down with Karl Goodhew, Chief Technology Officer at BurgerFi, to talk about innovative restaurant concepts. Karl discusses BurgerFi’s innovative technologies, the importance of innovation in the food service...
2022-09-1418 minThe Same Day PodcastCollaborating To Buy, Sell, Rent, and Manage Real Estate: Insights From Mat ZalkMat Zalk is the President and Property Manager at Keyrenter Property Management which has offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Arkansas. He focuses on the acquisition and management of single and multi-family residential properties on behalf of himself and a small network of investors. Before founding Keyrenter Tulsa, Mat was a Strategy Director at The Property Finder Group, where he worked closely with the CEO and senior management team on various international acquisitions, scaled local teams in the group’s Saudi Arabia and Egypt offices, and executed a number of strategic projects in the business’ core market of D...
2022-09-1316 min
From Persona To PersonalThe Beauty of Behavior Design with Roger Hurni of Off Madison AveRoger Hurni is the Managing Partner and Chief Creative Officer at Off Madison Ave. He brings a unique perspective as a behavior strategist, creative visionary, and branding expert to the clients he serves. Roger knows that unprecedented results are achieved by optimizing the three variables of human behavior. This basis is the foundation he uses to develop behavior-changing results for organizations of all sizes. Currently, Roger serves as a member of the prestigious Walter Cronkite Endowment Board. And he serves on the global board for the Worldcom Public Relations Group, where he was its past Global Chair. ...
2022-09-0819 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Creating Authentic Products With Brandon and Zane Hunt of Via 313 PizzeriaBrandon and Zane Hunt are the Co-founders and Co-owners of Via 313 Pizzeria, which serves Detroit-style pizza from three brick-and-mortar locations and two customized trailers in Austin, Texas. They are investors in Better Half, Sold Out, Lil Nonna, Parma Pizza, and several other restaurants. In this episode… Join Chad Franzen in today’s episode of the SpotOn Series as he welcomes Brandon and Zane Hunt of Via 313 Pizzeria to discuss creating authentic products for a restaurant brand. Together, they share the history of Detroit-style pizza, the factors influencing Via 313’s growth, and advice for aspiring restaurateurs.
2022-09-0732 minTop Business Leaders ShowAchieving Success Through Hardwork, Determination, and Integrity With Jem Bourouh of AdcubatorJem Bourouh is a 24-year-old serial entrepreneur from Germany and the CEO and Founder of Adcubator. Jem’s business acts as a marketing agency-cum-venture capital. Jem uses his gained experience, knowledge, and creativity to assist e-commerce businesses in converting their ideas into multimillion-dollar successes. In addition to Adcubator, Jem helped co-found eCom Incubator, an education-focused entity designed to mentor students. In this episode… As you reflect on your younger years, what dreams do you recall? Did your circumstances influence your career goals? Many of us grew up determined to make a better life for o...
2022-09-0738 min15 Minutes Share Your VoiceA Transparent Approach to Legal SEO Marketing With Michael RenfroMichael Renfro is a Strategist at Gladiator Law Marketing, an award-winning law firm marketing agency that helps law firms get their ideal clients. At Gladiator, they help law firms capture their online market through web marketing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and decades of experience. Michael has over 30 years of sales experience. He is not your average sales professional — he believes in putting people first and delivering genuine service. He previously worked as the Chief Creative Officer at Skylar Forrest Games, LLC, and he became a US Patent holder in 2011 for an abstract strategy board game he developed.
2022-09-0721 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Expanding a Restaurant Brand With Micha Magid of Mighty Quinn’s BBQMicha Magid is the Co-founder of Mighty Quinn’s BBQ, a fast casual barbeque with 13 locations. He oversees finance and marketing strategies alongside the brand’s PR and social media teams. Micha began his career on Wall Street performing mergers and acquisitions for J.P. Morgan before investing in Mighty Quinn’s. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, join Chad Franzen of Rise25 as he sits down with Micha Magid, Co-founder of Mighty Quinn’s BBQ, to talk about franchising his restaurant brand. Micha shares how he co-founded and expanded Mighty Quinn...
2022-08-3121 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Ecological Sustainability in the Restaurant Industry With Michael Oshman of Green Restaurant AssociationMichael Oshman is the Founder and CEO of the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), a national nonprofit organization created to shift the restaurant industry toward ecological sustainability. He has been featured in Time Magazine, The New York Times, The Boston Globe, and hundreds of other local and national media outlets. Through the GRA’s notable press coverage, Michael has been a keynote speaker and guest lecturer at conferences in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Asia. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen talks with Michael Oshman, Founder and CEO of Gre...
2022-08-2442 minNAIFA's Advisor Today Podcast SeriesGrassroots & Relationships With NAIFA’s Andrew HoltAndrew Holt is the Government Relations and Grassroots Manager at the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA). NAIFA works on behalf of its members to promote a favorable regulative environment, provide professional education services, and ensure ethical professional conduct for insurance and financial advisors. Andrew spent several years of his career in the political arena, getting his start as an intern for a senate race in South Carolina, where he found his passion for connecting voters with elected officials. This eventually led to his current position at NAIFA, where he influences public and elected officials...
2022-08-2444 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How the Right Consultant Can Change Your Life With Jim Laube of RestaurantOwner.comJim Laube is the Founder and CEO of RestaurantOwner.com, a restaurant consulting firm that has helped thousands of aspiring and struggling restaurant owners succeed and make their dreams a reality. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with RestaurantOwner.com Founder and CEO Jim Laube about how they help new restaurateurs succeed. Jim launched RestaurantOwners.com in 1998, when the internet was still in its infancy. Jim and his team have helped over 65,000 independent restaurant operators achieve their dreams worldwide.
2022-08-1723 minFrom Persona To PersonalLearning About What Drives a Company With Roger Hurni of Off Madison AveRoger Hurni is the Managing Partner and Chief Creative Officer at Off Madison Ave, a marketing agency that uses behavior design as the strategic foundation for brand success. As a creative visionary and brand strategist, Roger brings a unique perspective to the clients he serves. He has regional, national, international agency, and entrepreneurial experience and has been named Interactive Marketing Person of the Year twice by the Arizona Innovation Marketing Association. What you’ll learn in this episode: Does your brand’s communication stimulate your desired behavior from its audience? Have you ever thought about unlo...
2022-08-1719 minNAIFA's Advisor Today Podcast SeriesBecoming a Successful Financial Advisor With Chris GandyChris Gandy is the Founder of Midwest Legacy Group LLC, a boutique concierge insurance group for executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs. It focuses on the client's interests in wealth accumulation, wealth preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments. Chris played professionally for the Chicago Bulls, the San Antonio Spurs, and in L'Hermaine, France, after playing for the Fighting Illini at the University of Illinois. After the NBA, Chris worked as a Representative for Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, the APEX Consulting Group LLC, and was the Senior Vice President of Sales at MassMutual Chicago.
2022-08-1729 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Encouraging Company Culture in an Employee-Owned Restaurant With Kevin Suto of Zachary’s Chicago PizzaKevin Suto is the CEO of Zachary’s Chicago Pizza, which currently operates five locations in Northern California. He began working at Zachary’s as a dishwasher and has been with the company for 38 years. Kevin has assumed many roles, including president and CFO. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen sits down with Kevin Suto, CEO of Zachary’s Chicago Pizza, to discuss how the company maintains a positive culture and impeccable reputation. Kevin shares Zachary’s early history and the company’s development, its local and national awards, and how the...
2022-08-1023 min
Gain TractionFinding the Right Customers for Your Shop With Neal Maier, Co-Founder of Tread PartnersNeal Maier is Co-Founder of Tread Partners, a digital marketing agency that helps auto repair and tire shops drive success through coordinated marketing strategies. He is a skilled negotiator, salesperson, and business planner with expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Customer Relationship Management. Tread Partners has designed a full-scale reengagement program called ReTread that brings old customers back into auto repair and tire shops. In this episode… Are you an owner or manager of a tire and auto repair shop that could benefit from seeing more customers walk through your doors? Or maybe you’d like...
2022-08-0313 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How To Solve Big Problems in Small Packages With Jeff Tolke of Compaction TechnologiesJeff Tolke is the CEO of Compaction Technologies, providing restaurant automation for touchless handling of waste. Jeff has been with Compaction Technologies for nearly 14 years, helping reduce the volume of waste and divert it from landfills to be a viable resource. Jeff holds an MBA in marketing from Washington University in St. Louis. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Compaction Technologies CEO, Jeff Tolke, about how touchless automation and compaction are changing how high-volume industries handle waste management. As a child living on a farm, Jeff’s expe...
2022-08-0320 minThe Same Day PodcastBack Where It All BeganMat Zalk is the President and Property Manager at Keyrenter Property Management which has offices in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Arkansas. He focuses on the acquisition and management of single and multi-family residential properties on behalf of himself and a small network of investors. Before founding Keyrenter Tulsa, Mat was a Strategy Director at The Property Finder Group, where he worked closely with the CEO and senior management team on various international acquisitions, scaled local teams in the group’s Saudi Arabia and Egypt offices, and executed a number of strategic projects in the business’ core market of Du...
2022-08-0219 minTalent WinsRedefining the Interview ProcessChris Mursau is the President of Topgrading, a proven system that helps organizations build and maintain high-performing teams through hiring, development, and promotion strategies. Since 2001, Chris has been consulting and teaching organizations and individual managers how to pack their teams with A Players. Chris has conducted over 2,500 in-depth Topgrading assessments for internal and external candidates, helped hundreds of people achieve their A potential, and trained thousands of people in the guaranteed methods for improving their success. His client list is broad and diverse, including Fortune 500 companies, small to medium-sized businesses, and nonprofit organizations. In this...
2022-07-2720 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] The Perfect Recipe With Fred Langley of Restaurant Systems ProFred Langley is the owner and CEO of Restaurant Systems Pro, a complete operating system for restaurants including organization, hands-on training, apps and software, and more. Fred has been in the service industry since he was 12 years old and opened his first restaurant at age 27. Fred holds an associates degree in Business Administration from Santa Rosa Junior College. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Restaurant Systems Pro Owner and CEO Fred Langley about how complete operating systems can help restaurants improve profits. Fred started as a client wi...
2022-07-2726 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How To Survive Hospitality With Richard Weil of National Restaurant ConsultantsRichard Weil is the Principal and Owner of National Restaurant Consultants, a restaurant consulting firm that partners with restaurateurs embarking into entrepreneurship. Richard holds a bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Houston. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Richard Weil, the Owner and Principal of National Restaurant Consultants about their mission to propel new entrepreneurs into successful restaurant ownership. Richard has accumulated over 40 years in hospitality and uses his experience to provide entrepreneurs A-Z guidance and resources for success in the indu...
2022-07-2030 min
Next Wave Leadership PodcastDov Pollack, Executive Coach and Founder of Next Wave Leadership, On: Building an Executive Presence, Understanding Your Story, and How the Podcast Has Changed Dov’s CoachingDov Pollack is an executive coach and development consultant who has helped brands such as Charles Schwab, Slack, and Amazon. Through his executive coaching consultancy, Next Wave Leadership, he works one-on-one with leaders to find their presence and better tell their story. He is a Founding Partner of Riverene and has previously worked with Future State Inc. and Hill Physicians Medical Group. Dov is the host of the Next Wave Leadership podcast, where he interviews leaders about how they're building great places to work by creating inspiring cultures in which to grow. In this episode…
2022-07-1823 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How To Break Out of the Corporate Grind With Tariq Johnson of Dream Life MasteryTariq Johnson is a franchise coach and the Founder and CEO of Dream Life Mastery. He spent over a decade working as a financial advisor for PNC and other firms before transitioning to franchise ownership. Tariq now uses his skills and experiences to help others make the move to business ownership and quickly become profitable. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Tariq Johnson about how his franchise coaching company Dream Life Mastery can help people escape the corporate grind. Tariq began working in finance before transitioning to fr...
2022-07-1328 minThe Game Is The Game PodcastHow To Take Over and Run a Successful Business With Keith Burns of Apex Physics PartnersKeith Burns is the President and Director of Apex Physics Partners, which provides expert, patient-focused, and relationship-driven partnerships that empower patient care. The mission at Apex Physics Partners is to transform the health and safety of its communities by providing comprehensive medical physics and radiation safety solutions to its clients throughout the country. Keith is the former President of Krueger-Gilbert Health Physics, Inc., where he directed the company’s strategy, operations, finance, and administration. He is a board member at Palatiumcare and is also a JD in law through Columbia Law School. In this episode…
2022-07-0827 min15 Minutes Share Your VoiceCrafting Custom Websites for Law Practices With Adam DraperAdam Draper is the Chief Executive Officer at Gladiator Law Marketing, a marketing firm aimed at guiding law firms to achieve maximum potential. At Gladiator, Adam is heavily involved in sales, accounting, administrative duties, and cultivating engaging client relations. He served for seven years as a Navigator in the United States Air Force before he started Gladiator Law Marketing. He graduated from the University of Louisville with a master's of business administration. In this episode… What can you do to increase the trust between the customer and your business? Are you looking for expert tips to...
2022-07-0823 min
The Future Is BorderlessWays To Acquire the Right Talent With David NilssenDavid Nilssen is the Co-founder and CEO of Doxa Talent, a company that helps small to mid-sized organizations build highly-skilled global teams with the goal of scaling the business. David is also the Co-founder and CEO of Guidant Financial, an industry leader in small business financing, and the Global Learning Chair for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO). His mission is to help entrepreneurs create the life they want through small business success. In this episode… Are you a brand facing the challenge of finding the right talent? There’s no shortage of talent out there...
2022-07-0613 minTop Business Leaders ShowRecognizing Problems and Solutions With Serial Entrepreneur William VablaisWilliam Vablais is a business development executive with over 20 years of experience in developer relations, business development, digital content, licensing, and product marketing. He is the Founder and CEO of FirstWave3D Corp and most recently launched FlowingEdge, a company that optimizes file delivery without using the cloud. William is specialized in adapting multimedia technologies and has a proven ability to identify and discover technologies and business opportunities before others. He enjoys fixing things that others find challenging. William is fascinated by the internet of things and creating real business opportunities while connecting the dots. ...
2022-07-0635 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Bringing Home the Bacon With Lauren Coulter of Biscuit BellyLauren Coulter is the Owner and Director of Franchise Development for Biscuit Belly. She and her husband Chad opened their first location in 2019 and now have five corporate locations across Kentucky and Indiana with several franchises on-target. Lauren is also a Doctor of Pharmacy, having earned her PharmD from South University. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Lauren Coulter about Biscuit Belly. Lauren and her husband Chad began the restaurant chain by creating a mouth-watering southern-style menu, an atmosphere of Southern Hospitality, and a fun, energetic environment.
2022-07-0635 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Fighting World Hunger One Taco at a Time, with Austin Samuelson of Tacos 4 Life GrillAustin Samuelson is the Co-founder of Tacos 4 Life Grill, a restaurant chain devoted to fighting world hunger through their Meal4Meal program in partnership with Feed My Starving Children. Austin has a bachelor’s degree in finance. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Austin Samuelson about Tacos 4 Life and the mission to fight childhood starvation. Austin started this venture with his wife, Ashton, and talks about the life experiences that led the two of them to create a restaurant chain that can feed starving children worldwide.
2022-06-2927 minTop Business Leaders ShowLessons Learned From a Life of EntrepreneurshipDennis Kelly is the CEO of Postalytics, a fast-growing direct mail automation software company that helps marketers do more in less time. Postalytics syncs your existing CRM to your direct mail campaigns and integrates as a digital marketing channel by offering an all-in-one solution to create, print, mail, and track personalized direct mail postcards and letters. Postalytics is Dennis' sixth startup, and he has been involved in starting and growing early-stage technology ventures for over 30 years. Dennis started in retail sales but now spends his time building products, running data centers, and serving as CEO of angel...
2022-06-2233 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] The Key to Restaurant LongevityGeorge McKerrow is the Co-founder and CEO of Ted's Montana Grill, a classic American grill serving made-from-scratch dishes in an eco-friendly environment. George opened the first Longhorn Steakhouse in 1981and co-founded We're Cookin’ Inc. in 1996. He received the first Lifetime Achievement Award from the Georgia Restaurant Association in 2007 and was inducted into the Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame by the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau in 2008. In this episode… Most restaurants fail within the first year. What’s the key to making your restaurant last? Or making it a national success? Co-founder and CEO of...
2022-06-2240 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How to Grow Your Franchise With Steven Gardner and Anthony Leone of QSR Franchise Development GroupSteven Gardner is the Co-founder of QSR Franchise Development Group, a team of experts in the step-by-step process of creating, developing, and growing quick-service-restaurant (fast food) franchises. He has over 25 years of franchise development experience and has represented almost 100 brands including Chock Full o' Nuts and Energy Kitchen. He has helped open over 1,000 franchise locations as an independent development consultant. Steven holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Questrom School of Business at Boston University. Anthony Leone is the Co-founder of QSR Franchise Development Group. He is a serial entrepreneur and experienced restaurant executive with a...
2022-06-1528 min
Making Dough Show | Restaurant Show161. How These Former Engineers Found Success in the Restaurant BusinessWatch our FREE Training on: Respond to Reviews with ChatGPT in 15 Minutes a Week
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In today’s Making Dough Restaurant Show, we’re sharing this special interview of Chad Franzen from SpotOn Series Podcast with our very own Hengam Stanfield, the co-owner of Mattenga’s Pizzeria, alongside her husband, Matt Stanfield.
Let’s find out how these former engineers found success in the restaurant business. Mattenga’s Pizzeria is a family-owned group of restaurants in Schertz, San Antonio, and New Braunfe...
2022-06-0927 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Becoming An Industry Leader With Jameel Burkett of Burkett Restaurant EquipmentJameel Burkett is the President and CEO of Burkett Restaurant Equipment, a market leader in the food service equipment industry. He’s been awarded the Business Excellence Award from the Entrepreneurial & Business Excellence Hall of Fame, the Champion for Young Leaders Award by the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association (FEDA), and the Management Excellence Award by the Foodservice Equipment Reports magazine. He was also named a Top Achiever by the Foodservice Equipment and Supplies magazine. Jameel holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and an MBA from The University of Toledo. In this episode… In this e...
2022-06-0820 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] How the Pandemic Has Shaped the Current Nightlife and Bar Experience With Tom Fricke of Bar LouieTom Fricke is the CEO of Bar Louie, a gastrobar with over 70 locations across the US. Tom has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA from Stanford University. He was a Naval Intelligence Officer in the US Navy for five years and has over three decades of leadership experience in multiple industries, including consumer products, retail, and restaurants. In this episode In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen speaks with Tom Fricke about Bar Louie and the effects that the pandemic had on the ga...
2022-06-0118 minTop Business Leaders ShowHow To Build a Self-Sustaining Business So You Can Pursue Other PassionsCasey Cavell is the Founder of Legacy 4:12, an entrepreneurial team consisting of advisors, mentors, investors, and experts who serve growth-minded entrepreneurs. After building over two dozen self-sustaining businesses, the team has turned its focus to helping its clients experience consistent and predictable growth and make an impact far beyond the profit and loss statement. Casey is an award-winning entrepreneur, Jesus follower, and trusted advisor to those looking to reach their highest potential. At 21, Casey started his first company and has created, bought, invested, and operated over two dozen businesses in various industries over the past 15 years. His...
2022-05-2522 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Creating Innovative Restaurant Brands With Amy and Vivi Wanderley-Britt of 360 Degrees Restaurant GroupAmy and Vivi Wanderley-Britt are Co-owners of 360 Degrees Restaurant Group, whose brands include Pig & A Jelly Jar and WB’s Eatery. Amy has over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry, and she first opened Pig & A Jelly Jar more than a decade ago. Vivi spent 20 years in the paid media field before joining her wife to grow their restaurant group. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, co-host Chad Franzen talks with Amy and Vivi Wanderley-Britt, Co-owners of 360 Degrees Restaurant Group, about creating innovative concepts for restaurant businesses. Together, they share...
2022-05-2541 minThe Future Is BorderlessHow to Leverage Borderless Global Talent With David Nilssen of Doxa7David Nilssen is the Co-founder and CEO of Doxa7, a company that helps small to mid-sized organizations build highly-skilled global teams with the goal of scaling the business. David is also the Co-founder and CEO of Guidant Financial, an industry leader in small business financing, and the Global Learning Chair for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO). His mission is to help entrepreneurs create the life they want through small business success. In this episode… Are you a business leader who is trying to evolve both personally and professionally? In this dynamic environment, how can you achieve thes...
2022-05-1816 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Achieving Success in the Restaurant Industry With Mike Pruitt of Amergent Hospitality GroupMike Pruitt is the Chairman and CEO of Amergent Hospitality Group, which owns, operates, and franchises casual and full-service restaurants such as American Burger Co., Little Big Burger, and PizzaRev. Mike has a demonstrated history as a chairperson in multiple industries and previously played on two NAIA World Series baseball teams while working toward his business degree at Coastal Carolina University. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen talks with Mike Pruitt, Chairman and CEO of Amergent Hospitality Group, about the secret to success for buying and franchising restaurants. Toge...
2022-05-1833 min
The Guts and Glory ShowHow To Scale a Business in Any Industry With Chad ClementsChad Clements is the Co-owner of Dat Band, a live event band that makes music for memories. Chad is an entrepreneur and a third-generation musician with over 13 years of experience in professional sales, from small B2B institutions to Fortune 5 companies. Chad has strengths in relationship building and is passionate about helping clients find solutions to their problems. In this episode… Are you a musician that would like to have a successful business someday? What is the key to running a profitable business in the events industry? Having a successful business can be ea...
2022-05-1821 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Creating and Sustaining a Successful Restaurant With Mark Moeller of The Recipe of SuccessMark Moeller is a national restaurant consultant, operations expert, and turnaround specialist with decades of experience in the restaurant industry. He is the President and Founder of The Recipe of Success, a nationally recognized restaurant consulting firm that has held the secret ingredient to creating some of the best restaurants, fast casual dining venues, cafes, bars, bakeries, and multifaceted catering and events businesses. In this episode… In today’s episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen joins Mark Moeller, President and Founder of The Recipe of Success, to talk about creating and sustaining a successful and...
2022-05-1124 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] The Dos and Don’ts for Restaurant Managers With Ken McGarrie of Korgen HospitalityKen McGarrie is the Founder and CEO of Korgen Hospitality, a consulting firm for hospitality leaders, and the COO of Fabio Viviani Hospitality, one of the leading restaurant groups in the United States. Ken has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and is also the Author of The Surprise Restaurant Manager. He and his team at Korgen make it their mission to help restaurateurs reach their full potential. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen sits down with Ken McGarrie, Founder of Korgen Hospitality, to talk about his bo...
2022-05-0433 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Thriving in the Midst of Career Changes With Paul Carolan of Paul Carolan ConsultingPaul Carolan is the Principal at Paul Carolan Consulting, where he brings over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry to help clients achieve financial and unit growth. He became President of Genghis Grill in February of 2020, just prior to the pandemic, and managed to avoid closing any stores or losing anyone in their leadership or management teams during his tenure. Paul has also served as President and COO of Mongolian Concepts Restaurant Group, President of Bruegger’s Bagels, and Chief Development Officer of Le Duff America. In this episode… In this episode of the Spot...
2022-04-2743 min
Makers of Our FutureMaking Content to Connect With Industry LeadersBill Sharratt is the Senior Vice President of Business Development for Darcoid, a complex seal supply solutions company. With over 25 years of experience in sales and business development for the seal industry, his vision implemented the buildout for Darcoid’s unique technical capabilities. Before his time at Darcoid, Bill was the Key Account Manager for Darcoid Nor-Cal Seal Company, Market Specialist in Microelectronics for Parker Hannifin, Vice President of Sales for Pacific Rubber and Packing, Inc., and the Market Manager for Planter Technology, Inc. In this episode… Are you looking for key insights and knowledge in t...
2022-04-2214 minTop Business Leaders Show[SpotOn Series] Pioneering New Business Models for Eateries with Kirk Mauriello of VirturantKirk Mauriello is the President and Co-founder of Virturant, a company that establishes delivery-only restaurant brands that can be run out of existing kitchens. He started the virtual restaurant business in 2019, and it has since pioneered a new business model for eateries and experienced huge growth in a short timespan. Before this, Kirk spent almost a decade leading successful restaurant brands and franchises in the Chicago area. In this episode… In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen picks the brain of Virturant President and Co-founder Kirk Mauriello to learn the ins and outs of...
2022-04-2028 min
For the BetterDiscovering Success by Adopting ChangeThere’s nothing as certain in life as change. Fight as you may, the waves of change will come to everyone regardless of age, circumstance, or readiness. What can you do when the changes seem to mount higher than you can handle? Ben Cash recommends embracing the change. Or better yet — creating change. Ben is a Founding Partner of Reason One, a full-service digital agency. His team of change-makers helps those who do good, do better. Ben’s 20-plus years of experience in the web services industry has given him a depth of knowledge that helps clients achieve...
2022-03-3027 minThe Guts and Glory ShowWorking Toward Equity, Fairness, and Social Justice for Veterans With Eric GangEric Gang is the Managing Attorney and Founder of Gang & Associates, a law firm that serves veterans and their families across the country. With over 20 years of experience in law, Eric has litigated more than 1,000 appeals at the US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, winning some of the largest VA awards on record. Eric is also the Co-author of two books and has been published in The Federal Lawyer. He lectures for the State Bar Association and is a Faculty Member at Lawline.com, where he teaches continuing legal education in the area of veteran disability l...
2022-03-1643 minThe Guts and Glory ShowRunning Your Legal Business the Right Way With Angela JonesAngela Jones is the Founder and Attorney at Brighter Day Law, a firm consisting of experienced divorce and family law attorneys in Colorado Springs. Angela’s years of practice at a larger corporate law firm gave her the skills necessary to service individual and small business clients. Her civil litigation experience includes family law, business, employment, real estate, and probate matters, and she is passionate about providing dynamic, dedicated, and client-focused litigation advocacy. In this episode… How can you run your legal business the right way? For Angela Jones, it’s about investing in your client...
2022-03-0920 minThe Guts and Glory ShowFighting For Workers’ Rights With Stacey IsaacsStacey Isaacs is the Managing Partner at WorkInjuryRights.Com. WorkInjuryRights.Com is a team of Florida attorneys and staff that are dedicated to providing quality legal service for worker’s compensation claims. With extensive mediation and trial experience, Stacey delivers empathetic and aggressive representation to injured workers throughout Florida. Previously, she worked as a trial attorney at Liberty Mutual Insurance and AIG. In her spare time, Stacey sings in a cover band. In this episode… Work-related injuries can occur at any time. However, many laws and institutions are geared toward protecting insurance companies and employers rath...
2022-03-0214 min