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Find A Way with Matt Lavinder34. Patriot PrideAndy Hare is the inspirational principal of Sullivan East High School, a small county high school in Bristol that is doing extraordinary things. Andy discusses the super powers of this generation, their dreams, obstacles, and the intentional work the school is doing to empower them. It’s an inspirational approach that has the community bought into Patriot Pride from kindergarten through high school.2025-06-261h 17
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder33. Coaching Parents and Theatre BristolSamantha Gray, the executive director of Theatre Bristol and parenting coach, gives valuable insights into parenting, raising resilient children, and the importance of a community. We also talk about her work with Theatre Bristol, the power of theater, leadership, and their recent purchase of the Cameo Theater. Samanha shares valuable insights from her 30 years of instructing parents and building theater programs. 2025-06-121h 01
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder32. Advocating for Kids in CourtThere are 67,000 cases of child abuse and neglect every year in Tennessee. Missy Sturgill describes the important work volunteer court appointed special advocates (CASA) are doing for kids in the court system. With 3,000 cases every year in Sullivan and Hawkins Counties, CASA volunteers advocate for abused and neglected children as they navigate the court system. It’s an inspiring story of how normal people become heroes and make a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of kids every year. 2025-05-291h 15
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder31. The Art of Coaching Youth SportsMatt Yelton, 4x National Champion college soccer coach and director of FC Alliance North, discusses the purpose of youth sports. We discuss the development of youth players, what we’re trying to achieve, and what American youth sports often get wrong. Matt goes deep into what a healthy model looks like, the art of coaching, and how it can ultimately develop character.2025-05-1359 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder30. Civil Service and LeadershipMargaret Feierabend is a true civil servant and Bristol leader who served as the first female mayor of Bristol in 1997. She discusses the challenges Bristol faced then and now, walking us through critical moments when Bristol set itself up for success. A true community organizer, she talks in depth about the socioeconomic challenges facing Bristolians, childhood trauma, federal funding uncertainty, and how organizations are meeting needs at the local level. 2025-05-011h 11
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder29. An Artisan LifeBlake Collins lives what many view as the American Dream as the owner of Goodman Jewelers, a historic storefront on State Street, and a professional mandolin player. Blake discusses so many interesting things, including the apprenticeship required to learn a skilled craft, the satisfaction it brings, the challenges of the business, his passion for music, and a vision for music in Bristol. 2025-04-181h 05
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder28. Blue Collar, Gold StandardEmory & Henry University Football Head Coach Quintin Hunter on his 9-2 season, the nuances of the game, tough love, and the art of leading college players in today's culture. Coach Hunter explains the culture around Emory & Henry's "Blue Collar, Gold Standard" core value. It's a refreshingly positive approach to leadership and college football. 2025-03-311h 05
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder27. The Gambling ClinicTennessee is the national leader in gambling addiction treatment. Dr. Meredith Ginley is the director of the Gambling Clinic at ETSU. This is a hopeful episode as Dr. Ginley describes the complicated patterns that lead to gambling problems and the typical 10-week recovery plan they've developed from the clinic's years of research and case studies. 2025-03-071h 09
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder26. Exceed ExpectationsBristol Motor Speedway's Logan McCabe shares the culture, values, and history that have made Bristol, The World's Fastest Half Mile, the favorite speedway among NASCAR fans. It's a lesson on building an authentic culture around exceeding expectations and empowering teams to solve problems. Everyone knows Bristol does racing differently and Logan shares the ideas and work behind it all.2025-02-211h 02
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder25. Say Yes Until You Can'tCity Manager Kelli Bourgeois on the way Bristol TN has chosen to embrace the hard things, what she calls "The Hard Right", rather than choosing the safe and easy bureaucratic approach. She gives a compelling argument for why, demographically, cities must choose to grow or die and how Bristol is using creativity and its uniquely positive culture to punch above its weight. An experienced city manager, Kelli is honest about the challenges facing local government, benefits of public/private partnerships, leadership, Bristol's competitive advantages, and exciting new projects to further develop downtown. 2025-02-0655 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder24. The Joy and Challenge of TeachingMatt Hawn, recently vindicated by a court decision to overturn his dismissal for assigning controversial materials in a contemporary issues class that has drawn national attention, discusses his own passion for coaching and teaching amidst the extraordinary challenges facing teachers. Matt, born and raised in the same county school system he taught and coached, talks about why it's so important to challenge students and how that is so difficult in today's culture.What is Find A Way with Matt Lavinder?The stories of entrepreneurs, leaders, coaches, and interesting people.2025-01-231h 28
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder23. Basketball and LifeA coaching legend with a gym named after him, local legend John Dyer shares insights from 40 years of coaching high school basketball. Sharing how high school boys have both changed and stayed the same, Coach Dyer describes how he continues to evolve, lead, and form relationships through changing times. A beloved coach and mentor, Coach Dyer offers up valuable and vulnerable thoughts on coaching, parenting, and life that will leave your perspective on high school sports changed. 2025-01-0259 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder22. Top 10 MLB Draft PickBristol native and #9 overall draft pick for the Kansas City Royals, Gavin Cross, speaks candidly about his path to Virginia Tech and professional baseball. From the importance of a team in Little League to character development and the transformative college experience, Gavin offers insights from his own experience on the most important parts of his own development. 2024-12-131h 00
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder21. The Art of StorytellingLee Hunsaker is the founder of Hoot and Holler Stories, a sold out weekly story telling performance where she coaches normal people to tell their stories in front of a live audience. It started with 8 people in a living room and has grown into a live performance with adoring crowds. It's packed with honesty, empathy, the challenges, and the transformational power of sharing stories. 2024-11-211h 08
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder20. Homelessness in BristolThere's a lot of conversation around increasing homelessness, and today's episode is with Major Brooks Gilliam of the Salvation Army. Brooks provides a valuable perspective from the front lines, where his organization houses nearly 1,000 unique individuals every year in Bristol. He dispels many myths, clarifies the real problems, and offers insights into how Bristol might solve this important problem.2024-11-071h 04
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder19. Coaching Leaders and Building CulturesAn extraordinary leader who happens to be a youth volleyball coach. Dale Casey shares what she's learned about building confidence, developing leaders, building culture, and creating healthy environments. Her honesty on how her own leadership style has evolved is bothinstructive and inspiring. I learned so much about the game and how she's doing so much more than just coaching volleyball.2024-10-241h 17
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder18. Leading King UniversityDr. Andy Tooley, the new president of King University, shares his approach to leadership along with the opportunities and challenges of leading a university. Dr. Tooley draws on his experience in leadership at Belmont University, one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, and how he's building a unique vision for King.2024-10-111h 14
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder17. The Amazing Story of Isaiah 117 HouseAuthor and founder of Isaiah 117 House, a national non-profit network of houses built to transform one of the most traumatic days of a child's life, the day foster care begins. From cleverly tricking her husband into foster care classes in rural Carter County to building houses around the country to ensure kids are surrounded by love and hope on "removal day". Ronda's story is about leadership, the unbridled power of a small community, and changing the trajectory of children's lives throughout the country. 2024-09-271h 15
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder16. Hollywood Actor to Tennessee Real Estate MogulDerk Cheetwood, Hollywood Actor to Tennessee Real Estate Mogul. Derk Cheetwood on becoming a professional actor, losing out to Matthew McConaughey for a part then later working together, life on major sets like The Postman, numerous television shows including 90210, and a long run as Max Giambetti on General Hospital. Derk describes moving to Tennessee, starting over, and reinventing himself into a successful real estate developer with a New Again Houses franchise. 2024-09-121h 21
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder15. The Culture of Excellence at Tennessee HighIn this episode, Matt engages in an insightful conversation with Kim Kirk, the award-winning Principal of the Year in the East Region. Kirk discusses her journey from childhood in Bristol to her influential role in local education, advocating for the importance of supportive communities within schools. She emphasizes fostering personal growth and understanding through leadership, teaching, and community engagement. The discussion highlights the beautiful architecture and nurturing culture of Tennessee High, underscoring the role of community involvement and the collective effort to maintain educational standards. The episode explores critical as...2024-08-221h 06
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder14. Inside Healing Hands: Leadership and Community ImpactIn this episode, Helen Scott, the long-time Executive Director of Healing Hands Health Center, shares her journey from growing up in Bristol to leading one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in the area. Helen discusses her early career in logistics and her transition to nonprofit leadership. The conversation delves into the challenges and strategic decisions involved in scaling Healing Hands, including the integration of students and volunteers, the significance of community relationships, and the evolution of services to address mental health and other holistic needs. Helen emphasizes the importance of community health workers, the necessity of collaborative efforts...2024-08-081h 03
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder13. From Tennis Player to Pickleball ProRob Nunnery shares his remarkable journey from tennis to becoming a professional pickleball athlete. He delves into his competitive childhood, playing college tennis, initial struggles, and the discovery of pickleball. Rob highlights the significance of a supportive environment, strong mentorship, and the mental aspects of the game. He emphasizes the role of decision-making and mental strength in achieving success, and compares the strategic depth of pickleball to the decision-making required in football. Tune in to learn how Rob leveraged his tennis background to excel in pickleball, focusing on strategy and intelligent play over physical size.2024-07-181h 16
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder12. Building a Musical Legacy in BristolLeah Ross shares her journey and the growth of the Bristol Rhythm and Roots Festival. She highlights the unique atmosphere and community involvement that makes the festival special, resembling a magical reunion every year. Starting as a volunteer, Ross explains the festival's humble beginnings and how it grew to attract over 35,000 attendees, involving meticulous planning, volunteer engagement, and overcoming skepticism. She discusses her background, her husband's support, her deep community ties, and the critical role played by the Birthplace of Country Music Museum in solidifying Bristol's cultural footprint.00:00 The Magic of Rhythm and Roots...2024-07-0559 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder11. A Bold Approach to At-Risk StudentsKelly Vance dives into the inspiring efforts of Viking Academy, a groundbreaking alternative education program in Bristol, Tennessee. One of the highlights focuses on the remarkable journey of Austin, a student who overcame significant obstacles to achieve academic and personal success. The conversation also outlines the innovative approaches Viking Academy employs to support students in difficult circumstances, from transportation to facilitating workforce readiness.Tune in as Kelly discusses how to build culture and how important their work is in supporting students' future.00:00 Introduction 00:25 The Viking Ho...2024-06-201h 10
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder10. Developing Excellence in LeadershipJohn Wright tells his own story of the decisions and mindset that led him to break a generational cycle of low expectations to become a business leader and coach. 2024-06-131h 04
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder9. A Career In Building RelationshipsJoin us as guest speaker Mark Pate discusses his climb in the world of finance and how he chose to step away to pursue teaching and founding an Alta Capital lending company with a twenty-four million dollar fund. 2024-06-061h 12
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder8. Standup Comedy and EntrepreneurshipShawn and Sarah Carter talk standup comedy and the unpredictable journey that led them to open a comedy club together in the small town of Bristol, TN. Originally from Boston, this couple played a huge part in bringing comedy as a new form of entertainment to the Tri-Cities area in East TN. 2024-05-311h 17
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder7. On LeadershipA leadership consultant, coach, and parent to six, Jim Powell discusses the art of leadership, communication, and building trust.2024-05-221h 08
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder6. 4-Time National Championship College Soccer Coach's Perspective on Youth SportsMatt Yelton, 4-time national championship college soccer coach, discusses his perspective on youth sports, the growth of the game, and coaching. 2024-05-151h 06
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder5. The Challenges of Real Estate Investing and Hard Money LendingAbout the Guest:In this episode, we are joined by Derik Young, a seasoned professional within the real estate investment financing space. Currently affiliated with Vontiv, a financial technology startup, Derik works as a lending advisor, helping hundreds of investors monthly navigate the complexities of real estate lending. Hailing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an educational background in Ohio, Derik brings a wealth of experience from different regions in the U.S., including the East Coast, Midwest, and the West Coast where he now resides in Southern California.Episode Summary:In an engaging conversation...2024-05-1557 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder4. Former corporate professional transitions to flipping housesAbout the Guest:Erica Vasquez hails from the windy and vibrant city of Chicago. She brings with her a wealth of experience from her background in the corporate supply chain and customer service sectors. Having held various positions in account management, sourcing, and demand planning, Erica has transitioned her career path toward real estate investment. Following a successful stint in the corporate world, she has recently embarked on a journey in house flipping. Her competitive nature, shaped in part by a lifelong passion for volleyball and influenced by her family environment, has seamlessly transitioned into her new...2024-05-0158 min
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder3. Creating an Ecosystem for SuccessAbout the Guest:Alex is a seasoned professional hailing from Harlem, New York, with an extensive background spanning various industries, including sales, finance, and real estate. With a strong emphasis on the value of communication, he has navigated his career with ambition and a knack for networking, allowing him to never have to formally apply for a job. His journey has taken him from the fast-paced life of New York to the more controlled environment of Florida, where he's currently engaging in real estate investment focused on house flipping and pursuing generational wealth. Alex's drive for more...2024-04-241h 02
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder2. Leaving Corporate Careers to Pursue Real Estate BusinessAbout the Guests:Ryan Lentz and Katy Lentz, a remarkable duo with an inspiring story, are individuals with a background in the corporate sphere who have transitioned into entrepreneurship. Ryan, previously immersed in the real estate domain, brings experience from a manufacturing background and a rich history in team sports. Katy, with a degree in chemical engineering, has an impressive portfolio that includes working as a process engineer for a consulting firm, focusing on projects such as drug and pharmaceutical manufacturing and bourbon distillation facilities. Together they have ventured into starting a new business, leveraging their process-oriented...2024-04-171h 02
Find A Way with Matt Lavinder1. From Non-Profit to Real Estate EntrepreneurAbout the Guest:Phil Dunbar is a seasoned Philadelphia native with a strong connection and identity with his city, largely shaped by his experiences with sports. He spent his earlier career working for faith-based non-profits, focusing on leadership development and training. Phil transitioned from his non-profit endeavors to start his own construction company and later ventured into the real estate industry, where he discovered his passion. Leveraging his leadership skills, Phil has successfully expanded into the house-flipping market, growing a team and leading multiple project sites.Episode Summary:In this insightful conversation with...2024-04-101h 04
Emerging Franchise BrandsSecrets of Successful Franchising with Matt Lavinder of New Again Houses | S1E16Discover the intricacies of building a successful franchise with Matt Lavinder, the founder of New Again Houses. In this insightful interview, Matt shares his journey from coaching college soccer to revolutionizing the real estate industry through his innovative franchise model.
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DisruptorsReal Estate Business into 47 Franchise Locations in 23 States
Matt Lavinder of New Again Houses unveils the secrets of “How He Turned His Real Estate Business into 47 Franchise Locations in 23 States.” Join the conversation as Matt shares his unparalleled journey, offering invaluable insights for real estate enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike. If you’re looking to scale your business to new heights, this episode is your roadmap to success. Tune in and be inspired, only on REAL ESTATE DISRUPTORS!
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Business Matters - The Appalachian Highlands Business ShowEPISODE 51: Bristol Franchiser New Again Houses leverages math into house flippingFormer King University soccer coach and history professor Matt Lavinder grew up with a fascination of real estate investing. His fast growing franchise organization, based in Bristol, Tennessee, leverages IT, capital funding, and math to build businesses that, in his words, are not about flipping houses but "building a business that happens to flip houses." Bolstered by recent accolades from Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 Franchise Business Review, the local entrepreneur finds himself growing a network that spans from Massachusetts to California at the rate of two new locations per month. Recorded on the Zoom platform.
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The Franchise Growth PodcastE87: Creating Meaningful Partnerships -with Matt LavinderWelcome Matt Lavinder, founder and president at New Again Houses franchise to the podcast!2022-01-1856 min
Multiply Your Success with Dr. Tom DuFore80. Top 5 Episodes of 2021This is an episode to review the most popular episodes of the 2021 podcast year. We had some amazing guests this year including the then president of the International Franchise Association, Robert Cresanti, Lisa Zeeveld, the COO/CFO of Belay, Landon Eckles the co-founder of Clean Juice, Steve Olsher – the world’s podcast authority and podcast expert, Tom Sullivan the head of government relations with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Jesse Cole, the owner of the Savannah Bananas professional baseball team... just to name a few!As we look back on 2021 there were five episodes you all...2021-12-2018 minMultiply Your Success with Dr. Tom DuFore40. From Professor to House Flipping Franchise—Matt Lavinder, Founder, New Again HousesHave you thought about making a big career shift? Our guest today, Matt Lavinder, shares how he went from a college professor to a house flipping franchise success story. He also shares with us the difference between being results-oriented and process-oriented.You can explore New Again Houses Franchise by going to their website: https://newagainhouses.com/franchise/New Again Houses is a growing house flipping franchise designed to take the mystery out of house flipping and be an opportunity for someone with no construction or real estate background. Matt Lavinder founded New Again H...2021-03-1536 min