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The Business Spotlight SeriesFROM MILITARY SERVICE TO TECH CEO | With Warren Vandever and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightWarren Vandever's journey from military service to founding and leading Gophr, a logistics technology company, is a testament to resilience and adaptability. This interview explores his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way.Initially conceived as a simple solution to a personal problem, Gophr evolved into a sophisticated platform addressing a significant need in the logistics industry. The company's growth has not been without its hurdles; navigating the initial startup phase, weathering the impact of COVID-19, and maintaining a strong team all required significant perseverance.Warren's focus on building a reliable and...2025-02-0635 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesFROM THERAPIST TO ENTREPRENEUR | With Nathan Lamaster and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightNathan Lamaster's entrepreneurial journey is a compelling story of perseverance, innovation, and adapting to unexpected challenges. Starting with Smart CEU's Hub, an online continuing education platform for recreational therapists, he successfully navigated early legal hurdles and built a thriving business. His subsequent venture, Pill Puncher, presented a new set of obstacles, including navigating the complexities of the pharmaceutical industry and securing funding.Nathan's experiences underscore the importance of adaptability and learning from setbacks. His initial success with Smart CEU's Hub, built on a foundation of high-quality content and excellent customer service, provided valuable lessons that he applied to...2025-02-0635 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesTHE POWER OF VISION AND DISCIPLINE | With Nicole Lowe and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightThis interview with Nicole Lowe, founder of Redefine Her, LLC, provides valuable insights into building a successful business while staying true to one's values. Nicol's journey is marked by a deep commitment to helping others reach their full potential.After years of experience in education and HR, she recognized a need for personalized career development services that were both effective and affordable. Redefine Her fills this gap by offering a holistic approach that combines career coaching with personal branding and style advice. Her success is a testament to her unwavering discipline and her ability to stay focused...2025-02-0621 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesFOCUS AND KEEP AT IT | With Chester Wilson and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightChester Wilson's path to entrepreneurship is a fascinating blend of academic achievement and business acumen. After a career as a professor of electrical engineering, he launched Pelican Defense Technologies, a company dedicated to countering nuclear threats. This interview delves into his experiences, highlighting both triumphs and challenges.Chester's background in research and development provides a solid foundation for his innovative approach to defense technologies. Pelican Defense specializes in niche areas, offering cutting-edge solutions that address critical national security needs. However, the long sales cycles inherent in government contracting present significant financial challenges. Chester candidly discusses the difficulties of...2025-01-2339 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILDING A CULTURE OF SERVICE, ONE TEAM MEMBER AT A TIME | With Hunter McFadden and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightHunter McFadden, CEO of GreenCube, is a testament to the power of perseverance and building a strong company culture. After graduating from ULM, he took a leap of faith in 2005, leaving a secure job to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. Starting with just himself, he built GreenQube into a thriving IT services company, now with 15 employees and a growing client base in healthcare, financial services, and insurance.McFadden's approach to business is refreshingly unique. He prioritizes his team's well-being and development, believing that a happy and engaged workforce is the key to serving customers effectively. "We're in business to...2024-12-3021 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesWHERE COMMUNITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE TAKE CENTER STAGE | With Joshuah Sparks and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightJoshuah Spartz, CEO of Racket & Jog Incorporated, embodies the spirit of a true community leader. His journey with the company began over a decade ago, starting as a part-time employee right out of high school. Driven by a passion for the business and a strong work ethic, he steadily climbed the ranks, eventually becoming a partner and then, just six months ago, CEO.Spartz's leadership style is deeply rooted in building relationships and fostering a strong sense of community. He believes in empowering his employees, creating a culture of open communication, and prioritizing the needs of both staff...2024-12-3025 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesHAIR RESTORATION: BRINGING HAIR LOSS SOLUTIONS TO THE MIDWEST | With Rowdy Coffman and Everardo Recendiz | Business SpotlightRowdy Coffman, owner of Hair Restoration Solutions, is a true entrepreneur with a passion for helping people regain their confidence. His journey began over three decades ago, starting as a Navy corpsman before venturing into carpet cleaning. A chance encounter with a plastic surgeon led him to the world of hair restoration, where he quickly discovered his calling. Now, 16 years into running his own business, Coffman has built a reputation as a leading provider of hair loss solutions in the Midwest.Hair Restoration Solutions offers a unique combination of services, providing both hair transplant technicians to medical offices...2024-12-3020 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBE A DRIVING FACTOR IN YOUR COMMUNITY | With Hannah Sharp and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightHannah Sharp – Treasurer at Wisner Minnow Hatchery (Haring Catfish)Hannah has grown in this business, her life has been connected to this business which was founded in 1956 by her grandfather. The have gone up and down, side to side, built and retracted over its development and there is only one word that captures it all, resilience!Join us as we revisit with Hannah her journey with this exceptional business, a unique business that provides opportunities for a community that strongly relies on their success. Located in a rural area, the needs for reliable personnel are ev...2024-12-0228 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesUNLOCKING SUCCESS THROUGH STRATEGIC ADVERTISING | With Scott Bates and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightScott Bates is an innovative leader in the promotional products industry. As the owner of Lambs Specialty Advertising, he has leveraged his extensive experience in sales and marketing to create a thriving business that serves a diverse clientele. With a passion for helping businesses enhance their brand visibility, Scott's mission is to connect clients with high-quality promotional products that leave a lasting impression.Over the past 23 years, Scott has navigated the challenges of business ownership and fostered strong relationships with clients across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and oil and gas. He emphasizes the importance of consistency...2024-11-2834 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesYOUR MISSION DRIVES YOUR PERFOMANCE | With Cindy Wallace and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightCindy WallaceACT Prep TeamCindy is a professional enroller! Starting her career in education as a teacher and administrator, having learned of needs and challenges in school systems to improve test scores, she went into consulting and on to build her own business dedicated to helping kids and families access better opportunities through improving their test scores. She has a heart for it, her mission, only 4 years in the making, is to assist 150,000 children improve their scores. With her approach to finding the best ways to make education fun, she works tirelessly in building her...2024-11-2528 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILD TRUST AND STAY SHARP | With Mackenzie Slaughter and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightMack Slaughter – Co-Owner of Trust Technology Consultants, LLCMack started from the ground floor, as a technician he learned his business from the lowliest position and climbed to the ranks to become one the successors of a well-established firm.Mack is passionate about the industry, its challenges, and opportunities, choosing to stay at the forefront by participating often in conferences where he absorbs as much of the new developments as he can to then bring them back to his team and gain an edge.Taking over with his partner, they immediately found themselves amid the COVID cr...2024-11-2536 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesPROVIDING TOP-NOTCH SERVICE AND STRONG CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS | With Dave Rambaran and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightDave Rembrandt is the owner and senior geotechnical engineer of DRGeoES, an engineering company specializing in construction consulting. With nearly 40 years of experience in construction, he began his journey in New Jersey in 1995 and established DRGeoES in 2011 after moving to Shreveport, Louisiana.Dave's mission is to provide top-notch consulting services while maintaining strong relationships with clients and helping them navigate the complexities of construction. He is committed to building foundations that last, both literally and metaphorically, as he strives to improve the construction industry through transparency and informed decision-making. His goal is to build a company that...2024-11-2530 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesINNOVATING PATIENT ADHERENCE AND BUSINESS GROWTH | With Matthew Lucci and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightMatthew, a mechanical engineering graduate, founded his first technology company to develop medical devices for pain management after losing a friend to a Fentanyl overdose. This journey led to the creation of Rx Text, a platform that enables hospitals and clinics to send automated reminders to patients about their medication and treatment schedules. His mission is clear: to enhance patient adherence and prevent medication misuse through innovative technology.Rx Text is focused on building relationships with medical clinics, particularly in North Texas and Florida, while expanding its sales representatives throughout the country. Matthew's insights on perseverance, motivation, and...2024-11-2537 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILDING SUCCESS THROUGH TEAMWORK AND INNOVATION | With Adam Hubble and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightAdam Hubbell is the CFO of Hand Construction, a company with deep roots in the Shreveport community. With a background spanning 15 years in banking, Adam made the transition to construction in 2012, joining Hand Construction, founded in 1980 by Casey Hand. Under his leadership, the company has not only completed significant projects but has also successfully transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in the company and enhancing morale and commitment.Adam's mission is to ensure the company's growth while maintaining a culture of shared ownership and responsibility. The ESOP has allocated ownership to around 65...2024-11-2130 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesTHE POWER OF UNDERSTANDING SECURITY: A JOURNEY INTO CYBER DEFENSE | With Tim Medin and Everardo Recendiz | Business SpotlightTim Medin is the founder and sole owner of Red Siege, a cybersecurity firm that specializes in penetration testing. With a background that combines technical expertise and business acumen, Tim has led Red Siege since its inception in 2017. The company’s mission is clear: to help organizations identify and address security vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors.At Red Siege, Tim and his team of 15 dedicated professionals employ their skills to conduct comprehensive security assessments. They simulate real-world attacks on organizations, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, ensuring they can withstand potential breaches. Ti...2024-11-2134 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILD STRONG AND DEEP RELATIONSHIPS | With Gregory Redmond and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightGregory Redmond – Owner of Eberhardt Physical Therapy and Wellness Clinic, Inc.Greg started his career in the Home Health industry, from the get go he found his passion in caring for others, making connections and nurturing relationships.He acquired Eberhardt in 2014 in a process that took several years to complete, he has grown and found he could only assure the level of service he wanted to bring to the public by retracting and stabilizing before expanding again. He compares making deep connections and trusting relationships a cornerstone to be the “Detective for their health” so he can provid...2024-11-1838 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILDING A SECURE FUTURE WITH INNOVATION | With Hilton Nicholson and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightHilton Nicholson | CEO and Founder of CyberReefHilton Nicholson’s journey from a successful CEO in data communications to founding CyberReef is one driven by a clear need for innovation and problem-solving in the face of cyber-attacks. His past experience with providing communication devices to industries like oil fields, cities, and waterways exposed critical vulnerabilities in remote device security, leading him to pioneer a solution. Despite selling his previous company, the problem persisted and inspired him to create CyberReef in 2012, with the mission of rapidly building private, secure networks to protect devices in sensitive industries.CyberReef revolutionized th...2024-11-1845 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesEXPANDING THE REACH AND LEGACY OF THE BUSINESS | With Timothy Keeley and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightTimothy Keeley | CEO of Martin Specialty CoatingsTimothy Keeley, CEO of Martin Specialty Coatings, has a rich background in the paint coatings industry, having spent over two decades working in corporate before transitioning to his current leadership role. Six years ago, he joined Martin Specialty Coatings, a third-generation, family-owned coatings and applicator firm that services the Arklatex region. The company specializes in coatings for healthcare facilities, military installations, and large-scale commercial projects, and is actively growing from a regional to a national player in the market.Martin Specialty Coatings is distinguished by its ability to mobilize on...2024-11-1842 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesEMPLOYEE-CENTERED LEADERSHIP DRIVES BUSINESS SUCCESS | With Robert Newman and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightRobert Newman | Global Solutions InternationalRobert Newman, a Southern boy born in Jackson, Mississippi, migrated to St. Louis early in life. With 21 years of military service under his belt, Robert transitioned seamlessly from military life to founding Global Solutions International, a professional services company specializing in program management, organizational development, and management consulting. This journey began while Robert was completing his undergraduate studies and saw the birth of a vision to create an organization with a people-first approach. His business focuses on serving the federal government, providing solutions for hard-to-fill positions and aiding organizational development, with work spanning...2024-11-1839 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesBUILDING EXCELLENCE: THE JOURNEY OF OX SERVICES | With Guilibaldo Gamez and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightGuilibaldo Gamez is a dedicated entrepreneur and co-owner of OX Services, a landscaping business based in Shreveport, Louisiana. With a passion for providing excellent service, Guillivaldo and his brother Tomas established OX Services nine years ago, driven by the need to support their families during challenging times in the oil and gas industry.Guilibaldo's mission is clear: to provide outstanding landscaping services that leave customers satisfied and proud of their properties. With an emphasis on excellence in service and presentation, Guilibaldo and his team strive to create beautiful, well-maintained outdoor spaces. His vision extends beyond just providing a...2024-11-1828 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesGROW WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE | With Lyla Corkern and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightLyla Corkern – CEO of Finding SolaceLyla has a heart for people, starting her business on the advice of people in her life she has been in a journey of development that extends to everyone around her. Join us as we take a sneak peek into her business, the why, the how and her finding that real growth comes from within, then extending to her team the lessons by communicating and celebrating the shifts as they occur. Key to Success: People. Having the right ones, behind you, beside you and ahead of you.Advice to...2024-11-1841 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesSUSTAINABILITY IN ACTION: LEADING WITH PURPOSE | With Lyndsi Alvarez and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightLyndsi Alvarez | CEO, Precision Waste SolutionsLindsay is a passionate leader in the waste management industry. Starting her career in retail management, she transitioned to waste management, driven by her background in environmental science and marine biology. In 2010, she co-founded Precision Waste Solutions, a national waste and recycling company focusing on consulting and equipment management.As a female-owned business, Precision Waste Solutions is dedicated to helping clients navigate waste disposal challenges while promoting sustainability. Lindsay’s mission is to make recycling and waste management accessible and efficient for businesses across the nation. Her goal is to educate cl...2024-11-1830 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesINNOVATING WITH AI TO CHALLENGE THE STATUS QUO | With Onega Ulanova and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightOnega Ulanova and her husband, entrepreneurs by heart and practice, use their expertise to create an innovative product. Hear from her what challenges they face as they bring their product to market and work tirelessly to change the face of a process used in almost any industry. Hear from her about the structuring of her venture, from partnering with the right talent to engaging current students to participate in their development. With a vision to create abundance, making difficult processes accessible to smaller companies, QMS2Go aims to disrupt the complexity of Quality Management for everyone. Onega's...2024-09-2331 min
The Business Coach PodcastHow You Can Increase Credibility and Visibility in Your Business for Maximum Profitability w/ Everardo Recendiz | The Business Coach PodcastJoin Everardo Recendiz as he shares strategies for maximizing credibility, visibility, and profitability in business. In this episode, he emphasizes the importance of building relationships and reputation to achieve high profitability. He also explains how consistency in small actions can lead to significant results for business success.Please subscribe to this channel so you don’t miss any new episodes!About Everardo Recendiz:Everardo Recendiz is a results-driven expert with over 14 years of experience in coaching business leaders and organizations for improved performance and growth. With a background in executive roles at Grupo Antolin an...2024-08-2830 minThe Business Spotlight SeriesMANAGING EXPECTATIONS TO GIVE THEM WHAT THEY NEED | With Konstantin Dolgan and Everardo Recendiz | The Business SpotlightKonstantin Dolgan, PhD share with us his background and what it has been like to build a concept from scratch, finding excitement in every opportunity, making sure to adapt for the customers needs while making sure they know exactly what to expect at each turn. Konstantin talks about developing a diverse team with remote work through curiosity and letting his people pursue their own projects, and leveraging Ai to get things done faster and better! Konstantin's LInkedin: / dolgan 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today...2024-08-0546 min