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Scaling Up Success PodcastBeyond the Screen: Creating Real Connections Through Play with Jordan WhiteHave you ever felt that post-COVID struggle to truly connect with others face-to-face after growing so accustomed to digital interactions? Jordan White understands this challenge and has crafted a solution through his company, GATE (Games and Trivia Entertainment). As a mobile game show host, Jordan brings interactive fun directly to homes, workplaces, and events throughout Colorado—and even beyond for those willing to cover travel expenses. His offerings include lively trivia nights, karaoke parties, and the newly launched "adult field day" experiences that rekindle that competitive spirit many of us left behind in childhood. What sets Jordan apart is hi...2025-05-0819 minScaling Up Success PodcastHealing Mind, Body, and Spirit: Eva Minari's Alaskan Cruise for Personal TransformationReady to transform your life at sea? In this episode of the Scaling Up Success Podcast, Eva Minari introduces her revolutionary Alaskan Healing Cruise—a profound journey of mind, body, and spiritual renewal through what she calls “quantum healing.” This isn’t your average vacation. It’s a deeply immersive experience designed to help you move beyond fear, obligation, and uncertainty, aligning you with your greater purpose. Drawing from ancient wisdom and modern science, Eva offers one-on-one sessions that address emotional blockages often at the root of physical ailments like anxiety, insomnia, and chronic fatigue. As she puts it, “If we could...2025-05-0614 minScaling Up Success PodcastFootball, Family, and Foundations: The Thomas Reed III StoryMeet Thomas Reed III – a football player, entrepreneur, and dedicated advocate for student-athletes often overlooked by traditional recruiting systems. In this powerful conversation, Reed shares his journey from Deer Park, New York, to professional football, including the life-altering decision to give up his own scholarship opportunities to care for his father during a medical crisis in Colorado. His story is not just about athletic talent but about resilience, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.Through the Thomas Reed III Foundation, Reed has created an innovative model that goes beyond typical football camps. His TR3 camps bl...2025-05-0117 minScaling Up Success PodcastUnlock Your GEM: How to Speak, Scale, and Succeed with Marty DickinsonAre you ready to turn your speaking talent into a thriving business? In this episode of Scaling Up Success, Marty Dickinson joins Ryan Van Ornum to break down how speakers can build momentum and attract clients by leveraging their unique expertise. With nearly three decades of experience, Marty introduces his mascot “Action” — a symbol for moving past procrastination — and explains why true growth demands more than just activity. It's about taking the right actions in the right order, a methodical strategy that’s become his trademark for helping others simplify complex goals and make steady progress.From adapting t...2025-04-2928 minScaling Up Success PodcastEmbracing Life's Mountains: Sean Swarner's Extraordinary JourneyImagine being told you have three months to live—then later, just 14 days—all before graduating high school. Now imagine not only surviving, but going on to achieve what no one in human history has accomplished. Sean Swarner’s extraordinary journey began with a dire prognosis and ended atop the world’s highest peaks. As the first cancer survivor to summit Mount Everest, and with only one functioning lung, Sean has since scaled the tallest mountains on every continent, skied to both poles, completed the Ironman World Championship, and run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.What d...2025-04-2424 minScaling Up Success PodcastReclaiming the Excitement in Your Business: A Conversation with Jeff McLartyJeff McLarty’s journey from successful business owner to leadership coach highlights a common challenge many entrepreneurs face: losing the passion that once fueled their ventures. After growing his own company from a three-person team to 25 employees before eventually selling it, Jeff now dedicates himself to coaching others through similar transitions. His focus is on “technical founders”—those who built businesses around a specific skill but now find themselves consumed by management duties. When the joy fades and leadership starts to feel like a burden, Jeff steps in to help founders reconnect with their original purpose and build systems that sup...2025-04-2218 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Gym Owner to AI Entrepreneur: David Banco's JourneyEver felt stuck between focusing on your clients and answering every incoming call? David Banco knows the struggle well. As a former gym owner using his personal number for business, he constantly had to choose between being present or staying available. That challenge inspired him to create Calimation—an AI-driven solution that handles calls, messages, and inquiries just like you would, so you never miss a beat while staying fully engaged with the people in front of you. It’s not about replacing human connection; it’s about removing distractions so business owners can show up more meaningfully for their...2025-04-1713 minScaling Up Success PodcastScaling at Speed: Phil Stringer's Journey with AIPhil Stringer is revolutionizing the way entrepreneurs engage with artificial intelligence—not through complex technical jargon, but by making it remarkably simple and practical. His breakout moment came when he earned an impressive $267,000 in a single hour during his first webinar, prompting him to hire four team members that same day. In just 18 months, Phil’s teachings reached over 1,200 students across 23 countries. His real gift lies in breaking down overwhelming tech concepts into bite-sized, actionable steps that anyone can apply. As he puts it, he became the bridge between “confusing tech talk” and real-world business impact.In conversa...2025-04-1524 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Netflix to New Leads: How Lindsay Anderson's Social Media Agency Drives Business GrowthLindsay Anderson brings two decades of social media expertise to this energizing conversation about creating authentic digital marketing strategies that truly convert. As the founder of a successful social media agency for service-based businesses, Lindsay shares refreshingly honest insights—starting with the truth that “you are not an influencer.” Her method centers on consistency and clarity: she turns a single monthly interview into 30 strategic posts using AI, encouraging entrepreneurs to focus on one platform where their audience actually is, rather than spreading themselves too thin. Her advice directly tackles the biggest challenge most business owners face—maintaining a consistent presence...2025-04-1020 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Gym Owner to Empire Builder: Adam Ludlow's Entrepreneurial PathEver wondered how to scale your business without burning out? In this episode, Adam Ludlow of Rewired Fitness joins Ryan Van Arm to share how he built and manages four successful businesses in Spokane, Washington. Starting with his first gym in 2013, Adam quickly learned that doing everything alone led to burnout and bottlenecks. Over time, he cracked the code to sustainable growth: stay a generalist, but hire specialists. This strategic shift accelerated his success, allowing him to achieve in three months what once took nearly a decade.Beyond the business strategies, Adam offers a refreshing take on...2025-04-0824 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom the Gridiron to Real Estate: Kyle Schlichter's JourneyKyle Schlichter’s journey from Iowa football fields to Navy SEAL training facilities and, ultimately, to Chicago’s real estate market is a testament to resilience and reinvention. After playing Division I football at the University of Iowa and briefly pursuing the NFL, he spent 14 years as the head strength coach for Naval Special Warfare, preparing recruits for the rigors of SEAL training. When the Navy facility relocated, Kyle faced a career crossroads that unexpectedly led him into real estate through a connection with his own realtor.Just months into his new career, Kyle’s mentor and broker...2025-04-0326 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Deficit to Triumph: Diego Lujan's $2M Comeback StoryDiego Lujan, founder of Alphalete Plumbing, shares his remarkable journey of resilience, innovation, and leadership. Despite facing a $2 million deficit and overwhelming advice to declare bankruptcy, he refused to give up. Instead, inspired by Tommy Mallow's Elevate, Diego reimagined his business, creating "Alphalete 2.0" with a strong foundation built on leadership, culture, marketing, recruiting, and systems. His story is a masterclass in accountability and perseverance.Beyond business strategy, Diego discusses how a million-dollar investment in trenchless sewer rehabilitation has transformed his services. By offering CIPP lining solutions with lifetime warranties, free camera inspections, and transparent pricing, Alphalete Plumbing...2025-04-0121 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Software Expert to Business Coach: Adam Gehaib's Leadership JourneyWhat drives successful business evolution in a rapidly changing world? Adam Gehaib, owner of Focal Point Business Coaching of Cary, shares insights from his journey from high-tech software leadership to business coaching. With over 20 years of experience leading high-performing software teams, Adam learned that leadership, team building, and operational excellence transcend industries. His shift to coaching wasn’t just a career move—it was a mission to help entrepreneurs and executives overcome blind spots and build businesses they truly love.Adam explores three major revolutions reshaping business today: artificial intelligence, DNA advancements, and blockchain technology. These innovations all...2025-03-2721 minScaling Up Success PodcastKnow Your People: The Key to Creating Thriving Organizations with Michael LevittIs your business built to last, or is it a house of cards? Michael Levitt, founder of Breakfast Leadership Network, shares his insights on sustainable growth and workplace culture, drawing from eight years of executive burnout prevention experience. With 52% of Fortune 500 companies from 25 years ago no longer existing and two-thirds of today’s workforce disengaged, the warning signs are clear—burnout and poor company culture are silently eroding organizations from within.Michael emphasizes the need for leaders to create environments where employees thrive, starting with proper management training and a sense of belonging. His "secret sauce" for prev...2025-03-2522 min
From Battle to BusinessDiscover how an Air Force veteran transformed military grit into entrepreneurial successJoin host Dean Van Dyke in this compelling episode of "From Battle to Business" as he sits down with Air Force veteran Ryan Van Ornum. Ryan's journey is a testament to resilience and adaptability, transitioning from military service to education and, ultimately, to successful entrepreneurship. He now spearheads virtual assistance, real estate, and business brokerage ventures. Dive deep into Ryan's story to uncover the mindset and strategies that propelled his diverse career path.Key Takeaways:Resilience and Grit: Military experiences instill a tenacity that proves invaluable in business.Embracing Autonomy: The shift from structured environments to...2025-02-1131 minScaling Up Success PodcastNavigating Business Challenges: Expert Insights with Len BruskowitzScaling Up Success Podcast #3: Len BruskiewitzIn this episode Len explores challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses, the importance of personal and business strategy, and the need for planning for business transitions. Len discussed business growth strategies, the importance of taking action. www.greaterheightscoaching.comwww.cynergists.com#ScalingUpSuccesshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/cynergistshttps://www.youtube.com/@CynergistsVAhttps://www.facebook.com/cynergistsvahttps://www.instagram.com/cynergists/https://www.tiktok.com/@cy...2025-01-1020 minScaling Up Success PodcastFinding Your Niche: Transformative Business Strategies with Frank SinclairDiscover the transformative power of finding your niche in business with Frank Sinclair from Dream Again Business Consulting. Learn how Frank's personal journey of self-discovery and his passion for public speaking have shaped his approach to helping small businesses and entrepreneurs flourish. From his time in the Air Force to founding a thriving consulting business, Frank shares pivotal realizations about life's purpose and the importance of adapting to our ever-changing environments. His insights promise to inspire both budding entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals looking to refocus their strategies and realize their dreams.Explore the dynamic role of technology...2025-01-0327 minScaling Up Success PodcastFrom Technician to Leader: Bradlee May's Inspiring Journey at JM Auto RepairDiscover the inspiring journey of Bradley May, the visionary owner of JM Auto Repair in Colorado Springs, as he opens up about his remarkable transition from a hands-on technician to a business leader driven by transparency and integrity. In this episode, Bradley shares his bold decision to leave the profit-driven corporate dealership world, choosing instead to prioritize people over profits by acquiring JM Auto Repair in 2023. Listeners will gain insights into Bradley's savvy strategies for customer acquisition, including the innovative use of social media and streaming commercials to build a resonant brand presence. Bradley also reflects on the early...2025-01-0325 min
Colorado Springs Business PodcastHow Building Relationships Launched My Real Estate Success | Ryan Van Ornum on Networking Power | COSBP #256In this episode of the COS Business Podcast, Ryan Van Ornum shares his journey from the military to becoming a thriving real estate entrepreneur. Discover how he leveraged networking to launch his career and maintain momentum in the competitive real estate market. Ryan reveals the strategic approach to relationship-building that fueled his business growth, likening it to an airplane taking off and reaching cruising altitude. If you're looking for insights on effective networking, maintaining business momentum, and the value of a strong community, this episode is packed with practical wisdom. Watch, learn, and elevate your business game!
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The Contractor Fight with Tom ReberTCF932: Working with RealtorsTom sits down with real estate agent Ryan Van Ornum from Wolfpack Property Group to discuss the relationship between contractors and realtors. They discuss the ins and outs of being a realtor, working with contractors, the common frustrations on both sides, how contractors and realtors can work together more effectively to grow their businesses, and more.Episode Highlights:[00:00] - Intro[01:10] - Ryan’s real estate team and other businesses[04:01] - Ryan’s background[04:51] - Ryan’s journey into real estate and the challenges he faced[06:48] - Typical succes...2024-07-251h 09
Where Entrepreneurs ThriveEP 7- Ryan Van OrnumRyan is a US Air Force Veteran that has successfully transitioned from careers in the military and education to real estate. In a few short years, he has grown into a top 10% producer for all agents in the Colorado Springs area and runs a highly successful team called the Wolfpack Property Group.2023-05-3122 min
Colorado Springs Business Podcast#82 ~ Ryan Van Ornum ~ Team Owner of Wolfpack Property GroupHe moved out to Colorado Springs about 5 years ago not knowing anyone but has used the power of networking to help grow his business and solidify his position here in Colorado Springs.
He knew early on going into real estate that he needed to treat it like a business in order to have the freedom he wanted out of it and that he needed to delegate certain tasks and build a team.
In this episode, we talk deeply about networking and team building!
Help me welcome Ryan Van Ornum to the show! The...2021-01-2943 min