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Business Decoded016 - Decoding the Future of Health and Wellness with Dr. Chris Holstege | Business DecodedThis engaging episode of Business Decoded welcomes Dr. Chris Holstege, Senior Associate Vice President for Student Health and Wellness at the University of Virginia, for a compelling conversation about the evolving landscape of health and wellness, particularly for young adults. Dr. Holstege shares his experiences at UVA, highlighting their innovative student health program and its potential implications for broader healthcare reform.
2024-09-1631 minBusiness Decoded015 - Navigating the World of Employee Benefits: An Interview with Andy DasturAndy Dastur, President of North American Insurance Services, emphasizes the crucial role of employee benefits in attracting and retaining talent, especially for small businesses. He highlights common mistakes companies make by choosing the cheapest plan without fully understanding their options. Dastur, whose firm specializes in serving businesses with less than 100 employees, stresses the importance of working with a broker to navigate the complexities of health insurance and develop comprehensive benefits packages. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing coachability, mentorship, and treating your work as a business for success. Dastur concludes by reminding us of the significant impact health insurance...
2024-09-0834 minBusiness Decoded014 - From Cheerleading to M&A: A Mother's Path to Entrepreneurial SuccessSuzanne Harp's journey from dancer to successful entrepreneur and investment banker is a testament to her resilience, adaptability, and passion for empowering others. After an early career in the dynamic world of professional cheerleading, Suzanne took time to homeschool her children, returning to the workforce to embrace the challenges of digital marketing and international business. Her passion lies in investment banking, where she helps business owners navigate mergers and acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs and finding success. A strong advocate for homeschooling, Suzanne's children are a testament to her dedication to individualized learning and fostering passions...
2024-09-0333 minBusiness Decoded013 - From The "R-Word" to Radio Star: Billy's Unconventional Journey to SuccessThis episode of Business Decode It features Billy Burke, a
multi-talented individual with a career spanning radio, entertainment, and security. Billy shares how his father's advocacy helped him overcome early challenges to become a top radio personality.
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Overcoming Adversity: (00:03:40 - 00:06:21) Billy shares his inspiring story of being mislabeled as a child and how, with his father’s support, he honed his communication skills, ultimately leading him to a successful radio career.
Manifesting Major Market Success: (00:06:21 - 00:11:23) Billy details his journey from a small-town radio station to be...
2024-08-2533 minBusiness Decoded012 - The Power of Asking: From Jump Seats to Entrepreneurial SuccessSerial entrepreneur and author, Jay Rodgers, joins Business Decoded to share invaluable insights on building and scaling businesses. From a $60 startup to a billion-dollar global enterprise, Jay details his journey with Smart Start, highlighting the power of customer focus, ethics, and social impact. He delves into his book, "The Bet," emphasizing unconventional thinking and collaboration, while also stressing the importance of surrounding yourself with a strong network of mentors and like-minded individuals. His passion for supporting entrepreneurs shines through his non-profit, Business Owner Ed, dedicated to helping businesses achieve significant growth and lasting success.
2024-08-2433 minBusiness Decoded011 - The Gen Z Perspective - A Future CEO's JourneyBusiness Decoded welcomes Gabriela Spellman, a Gen Z college student and intern, to discuss her journey and perspective on entering the workforce. Despite generational assumptions about technological proficiency, Gabriela emphasizes the importance of diverse experiences, highlighting her internships in investment and food services, her time as a top-ranked gymnast and coach, and volunteer work in Guatemala. These experiences, coupled with her biomedical engineering studies, have shaped her understanding of leadership, dedication, and the importance of embracing opportunities. Gabriela encourages fellow Gen Zers to seek knowledge, explore different fields, and showcase their unique skills and experiences to future employers, emphasizing...
2024-08-2434 minBusiness Decoded010 - From Classroom to Hotel Hub: A Visionary Teacher's Journey to Transforming EducationThis interview showcases Bobbie Lynn Weir, a former private sector executive turned educator, who has revolutionized hotel management education with her innovative program.
2024-08-2432 minBusiness Decoded009 - From Hotel School to Hotel Mogul: Monty Bennett's Journey to SuccessThis episode of Business Decoded features an interview with Monty Bennett, CEO and chairman of Ashford Inc., a hotel investment and operating company. Bennett shares his journey from following in his father's footsteps in the hotel industry to building a successful, vertically integrated business.
Mr. Bennett has over 30 years of experience in virtually all aspects of the hospitality industry including hotel real estate, finance, hotel ownership, operations, development, asset management, project management, and others. In 1989, Bennett joined Remington Hotels, a
hotel company and grew the business from six hotels to over 130 by 2020, including Braemar real estate investment t...
2024-08-1431 min
Comedy TKO with TK, Billy Burke and Cameron Smith!Comedy TKO Featuring Businessman Extraordinaire Ronnie SpellmanComedy TKO Featuring Master Businessman and Entrepreneur Ronnie Spellman, Host of the podcast: "Business Decoded." Spellman, having served as an Executive with a Fortune 500 company and several other businesses, is highly politically connected! In this eposode...He let's his guard down and has fun with the guys!
2024-08-1225 minBusiness Decoded008 - Oklahoma to Texas, a Journey From Sales to CEOThis episode features Jessica Bartnick, a successful entrepreneur and community leader, as she shares her journey from knocking on doors to running her own business and nonprofit.
Your host Ronnie Spellman has more than two decades of leadership experience ranging from established Fortune 500 companies to private equity owned growth based businesses, Ronnie brings a unique comprehensive approach to building efficient, sustainable, and scalable operations. Additionally, he has served the community as a volunteer on many nonprofit boards and universities advisory boards. His exciting and rich history of experience coupled with his energy and positive outlook on business brin...
2024-08-1134 minBusiness Decoded007 - From 0 to 100 Million Dollars in Sales in One YearOn This episode, Ronnie talks with Amber Olson Rourke Co-Founder and President, Neora. Neora is a global relationship marketing company with age-fighting products crafted from cutting-edge research and science. Founded in 2011, Neora has shattered industry sales records while developing a strong customer base in North America, Latin America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific. In 2013, the company received the prestigious Bravo Growth Award from Direct Selling News for hitting $100 million in ...
2024-08-1034 minBusiness Decoded004 - Saving World Hunger One Bite at a TimeBarbara D’Amato is a Global Strategic Advisor and Board Director specializing in growth strategies for mid-market to large corporations. A superior strategic problem solver and innovation expert with a track record of driving internal and external growth for Fortune 500 Companies and large-scale projects. A unique combination of strategist, banker, and tech-enabler that delivers powerful actionable solutions.Barbara D’Amato was appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to Board Member of Texas ...
2024-05-3134 minBusiness Decoded002 - From Corporate World to Wall Street Finest She Secured A Multi-Million Dollar Deal For the US DODBarbara D’Amato is a Global Strategic Advisor and Board Director specializing in growth strategies for mid-market to large corporations. A superior strategic problem solver and innovation expert with a track record of driving internal and external growth for Fortune 500 Companies and large-scale projects. A unique combination of strategist, banker, and tech-enabler that delivers powerful actionable solutions.Barbara D’Amato was appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to Board Member of Texas ...
2024-05-3134 minBusiness Decoded003 - He Forgave an Employee Mistake To Increased Business ProfitsOn this episode, Bill Hampton, served as an executive with Campbell Taggart Inc, which was the largest bakery at the time. They provided baked goods to companies such as McDonalds, Chick-fil-A, Costco, and others. He was a personal friend with Ray Kroc, August Busch (Anheuser Busch Company), Drayton McLane, Cathy Truett (founder of Chick-fil-A), Zig Ziglar, and may others.
Your host Ronnie Spellman has more than two decades of leadership experience ranging from established Fortune 500 companies to private equity owned growth based businesses, Ronnie brings a unique comprehensive approach to building efficient, sustainable, and scalable operations. Additionally, he...
2024-05-3133 minBusiness Decoded001 - From Delivering Door to Door to Managing the Biggest Bakery in the US v2On this episode, Bill Hampton, served as an executive with Campbell Taggart Inc, which was the largest bakery at the time. They provided baked goods to companies such as McDonalds, Chick-fil-A, Costco, and others. He was a personal friend with Ray Kroc, August Busch (Anheuser Busch Company), Drayton McLane, Cathy Truett (founder of Chick-fil-A), Zig Ziglar, and may others.Your host Ronnie Spellman has more than two decades of leadership experience ranging from established Fortune 500 companies to private equity owned growth based businesses, Ronnie brings a unique comprehensive approach to building efficient, sustainable, an...
2024-05-3036 minBusiness Decoded001 - From Delivering Door to Door to Managing the Biggest Bakery in the USOn this episode, Bill Hampton, served as an executive with Campbell Taggart Inc, which was the largest bakery at the time. They provided baked goods to companies such as McDonalds, Chick-fil-A, Costco, and others. He was a personal friend with Ray Kroc, August Busch (Anheuser Busch Company), Drayton McLane, Cathy Truett (founder of Chick-fil-A), Zig Ziglar, and may others.Your host Ronnie Spellman has more than two decades of leadership experience ranging from established Fortune ...
2024-05-2836 min
Downtown Soulville with Mr. Fine Wine | WFMUI got to tell it from Oct 20, 2023
Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville"
Music behind DJ:
Gene & Al's Spacemen - "Mercy"
Art Neville - "What's Going On"
Dorian Burton - "Love Bank"
Big Boy Myles - "Who Can I Turn To"
Johnny Adams with the Gondoliers - "Come On"
Bessie Watson - "Wake Up Crying"
Music behind DJ:
Leonard James and His Orchestra - "Seville" - Boppin' and a-Strollin'
Jerry Byrne - "Lights Out"
Chuck Carbo - "I Shouldn't but I Do"
Benny Spellman - "Walk On Don't Cry"
Miss Johni Naylor - "...
2023-10-2100 minDowntown Soulville with Mr. Fine Wine | WFMUI got to tell it from Oct 20, 2023
Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville"
Music behind DJ:
Gene & Al's Spacemen - "Mercy"
Art Neville - "What's Going On"
Dorian Burton - "Love Bank"
Big Boy Myles - "Who Can I Turn To"
Johnny Adams with the Gondoliers - "Come On"
Bessie Watson - "Wake Up Crying"
Music behind DJ:
Leonard James and His Orchestra - "Seville" - Boppin' and a-Strollin'
Jerry Byrne - "Lights Out"
Chuck Carbo - "I Shouldn't but I Do"
Benny Spellman - "Walk On Don't Cry"
Miss Johni Naylor - "...
2023-10-2100 min
Downtown SoulvilleI got to tell it from Oct 20, 2023Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville"Music behind DJ:Gene & Al's Spacemen - "Mercy"Art Neville - "What's Going On"Dorian Burton - "Love Bank"Big Boy Myles - "Who Can I Turn To"Johnny Adams with the Gondoliers - "Come On"Bessie Watson - "Wake Up Crying"Music behind DJ:Leonard James and His Orchestra - "Seville" - Boppin' and a-Strollin'Jerry Byrne - "Lights Out"Chuck Carbo - "I Shouldn't but I Do"Benny Spellman - "Walk On Don't Cry"Miss Johni Naylor - "...
2023-10-211h 07
That Driving BeatThat Driving Beat - Episode 254Originally Broadcast March 19, 2023We spin 2 more hours of great northern soul, rhythm & blues, girl groups, and other classic dancers from the likes of The Continental 4, Big Maybelle, The Tams, The Marvelettes, Ronnie Milsap, Benny Spellman, The Showmen, Edwin Starr, Gerri Diamond, and more.Willie Mitchell / That Driving BeatPatti Austin / Got To Check You OutThelma Jones / The House That Jack BuiltRicky Allen / You'd Better Be SureThe Seminoles / It Takes A LotRonnie Milsap / Total Disaster...
2023-03-211h 56
Trick BagEpisode 2: Dr. John Part 2This episode of Trick Bag concludes our musical journey through the early work of Mac Rebennack, aka Dr. John. Tracks Featured in this Episode:Clarence “Frogman” Henry, “Long Lost and Worried”Benny Spellman, “Walk On, Don’t Cry”Bobby Mitchell, “There’s Only One Of You”Mac Rebennack, “Good Times”Johnny Fairchild, “A Fool Or a Wise Man”Shirley and Jessie, “You Can’t Fight Love”Mac Rebennack and Ronnie Barron, “My Key Don’t Fit”Johnny Adams, “Who’s Gonna Love You?”Tommy Ridgley, “Heavenly” Morgus & the Ghouls, “Morgus The Magnificent”Alvin “Shine” Robinson, “Empty Talk”Jerry Byrne, “Raining”...
2021-01-141h 01