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Business Roundtable

Welcome to the Business Roundtable Podcast, hosted by David Carr of Steward Your Business. This engaging and informative podcast series is dedicated to helping business owners, and entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of running a successful enterprise. Each episode features David Carr and a roster of industry experts, including regular contributors like Curtis Cochran, who bring their wealth of experience in mergers and acquisitions, organizational health, and team building.Dive into discussions

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33:48

What's REALLY Happening to Events in a Post COVID World

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2025/07/24

How has the world of live events, conferences, and tradeshows changed forever since 2020—and what do business leaders need to know now?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr speaks with Heidi Sporel, a seasoned event strategist and fellow SCN member, about the rebirth of connection in the post-COVID business world.From corporate summits to intimate retreats, Heidi shares what’s actually working now in event planning and execution—and how you can use live events as a

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33:10

From AI to M&A: Navigating the New Legal Frontier

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2025/07/17

What legal risks are you missing when scaling your business in today’s digital world?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr speaks with Morvareed Salehpour, Managing Attorney at Salehpour Legal and expert in tech transactions, M&A, and data privacy. If you’ve ever struggled with unclear contracts, rapid growth, or regulatory uncertainty, this conversation is for you.We go beyond legalese to discuss the real challenges businesses face around software agreements,

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30:13

HR Sucks… Until It Saves Your Business

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2025/07/15

You’ve been told HR is just for big companies. That’s a lie. And it’s one that could quietly kill your business.In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Shannon Carriere, founder of Carriere HR, to confront the leadership blind spot that too many small business owners ignore—people systems.They unpack real stories from the trenches—companies who waited too long and paid for it, and one that said “yes” just in time. Shannon shares why HR isn’t about red tape or

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31:38

Wellness Without the Woo: Amy Stout on Science-Backed...

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2025/07/10

In this powerful episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr sits down with Amy Stout, a trauma-informed wellness expert, to discuss what it means to truly heal, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.Amy shares her own journey of recovery and how it sparked her mission to help others move past pain, burnout, and chronic conditions through an integrated, whole-person wellness approach. Unlike surface-level solutions, Amy’s work goes deep, grounded in science, compassion,

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29:32

Hidden Profit: How to Grow Your Business Without...

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2025/07/10

What if the growth path wasn’t hiring faster or selling more, but spending smarter? In this powerful episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr sits down with Bob Molony, Consulting Partner at ERA Group, to uncover the untapped potential of cost optimization as a leadership strategy.Bob shares how business owners are losing tens—even hundreds—of thousands of dollars every year due to invisible indirect costs, including logistics, telecom, uniforms, waste management, and more. But

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33:40

The ROI of Doing It Right: Sustainability, Strategy,...

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2025/07/09

Are you making short-sighted business decisions that cost more in the long run?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Marika Erdely, Founder and CEO of Green EconoME, to explore the strategic and financial advantages of investing in energy efficiency and sustainability.Marika shares how her background in real estate finance and passion for the environment led her to start a company that’s transforming how organizations think about energy savings—not just as a

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35:51

The MINDSET Expert's Guide to Achieving SUCCESS with...

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2025/07/09

What if the biggest barrier to your success… is the story you keep telling yourself?In this compelling episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr welcomes Chris Felton—financial advisor, speaker, and author of Think and Grow You—for a raw and revealing conversation about what it really takes to lead a meaningful and profitable life and business.Chris shares his powerful journey from being $250,000 in debt and emotionally stuck… to building a thriving 7-figure practice. Spoiler: the

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36:55

From Burnout to Blueprint: Building Sustainable Growth

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2025/07/09

What if burnout wasn’t the end, but the beginning?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Jesse Gilmore, founder of Niche in Control, to explore how creative agency owners and service professionals can stop the cycle of feast and famine—and build scalable, profitable businesses that actually support their lives.Jesse’s journey from overworked to optimized is filled with actionable insight. Drawing on his experience helping over 900 agencies, Jesse breaks down

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36:52

Trading Leadership: What Financial Markets Teach Us...

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2025/06/26

What if your business decisions were as disciplined and intentional as the moves of a seasoned trader?In this powerful episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr is joined by Adam Koós—Certified Financial Planner™, Chartered Market Technician®, and CEPA (Certified Exit Planning Advisor)—who brings Wall Street wisdom into the boardroom and the entrepreneur’s journey.Together, they explore:How trading principles like pattern recognition, emotional control, and strategic exits apply to

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38:50

The REAL Reason Fatherhood Makes You a BETTER Leader

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2025/06/20

In this special Father’s Day Edition of the Business Roundtable Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend and accomplished leader, Joel Clelland, to explore the powerful connections between fatherhood, leadership, and ambition. Drawing from decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, Joel shares his insights on what it means to lead with integrity, live with ambition, and serve with purpose.We dive deep into:The true meaning of ambition and why it’s often

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43:13

Public Impact, Private Insight: Leadership Lessons...

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2025/06/19

What does it take to lead complex infrastructure projects that actually move the needle—for communities and for business? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr sits down with Shane Silsby, seasoned public works director turned private sector executive, to dive deep into the realities of leading infrastructure at scale. With decades of experience bridging public policy and private development, Shane brings sharp insights into what it really takes to manage high-stakes

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38:50

The Power of Ambition: Leading with Heart and Vision

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2025/06/13

In this special Father’s Day Edition of the Business Roundtable Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend and accomplished leader, Joel Clelland, to explore the powerful connections between fatherhood, leadership, and ambition. Drawing from decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, Joel shares his insights on what it means to lead with integrity, live with ambition, and serve purposefully. We dive deep into:The true meaning of ambition and why it’s often

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39:04

Can You REALLY Build a CERTIFIED Business Without...

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2025/06/12

In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr welcomes attorney Jasmin Hurley of JH Legal to discuss crucial legal foundations for small business owners. As a first-generation attorney, military veteran, and minority woman business owner, Jasmin shares invaluable insights on proper business formation, certification processes for underserved founders, and intellectual property protection.Jasmin explains how proper legal documentation can prevent costly problems, especially for

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34:55

Legal Made Simple: Your Business Audit Starts Here

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2025/05/29

What if one missed document—or one misunderstood clause—could derail your business growth? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr talks with Melissa Gray, founder of The Law Spot, about the legal essentials every business owner should revisit, especially when scaling up. From entity structure to IP protection, contracts to compliance, Melissa walks us through her Spot On Legal Audit framework and the common gaps most business owners don’t know they’re ignoring—until it’s

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36:07

Why Your Change Plan Fails—and How to Fix It

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2025/05/22

You planned the change, mapped the metrics, and launched the new system—so why is no one on board? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr speaks with Sarena Diamond, founder of Diamond Solutions Group, about the often-overlooked side of business transformation: the people. With a career that spans Accenture, Pepsi, IBM, and beyond, Sarena brings decades of leadership and organizational change experience. She’s worked with billion-dollar companies and early-stage firms

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30:17

How to Stop Playing Small and Start Leading Like a CEO

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2025/05/15

Ever feel like you’re pretending to have it all together while your business feels stuck? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr talks with Angie, founder of The FeMillionaire Society, about how women entrepreneurs can stop playing small, ask the hard questions, and finally build the business they were meant for. Angie shares how a $3,000 pay gap and a voicemail from a former boss pushed her into entrepreneurship, starting her business in just four days with grit, guts, and a

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31:46

From Confused to Compelling: Storytelling That Sells

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2025/05/08

Struggling to explain what you do—or why it matters? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with branding expert and copywriter Susie Taylor to explore how powerful, authentic storytelling creates deeper connections with both clients and teams. A former journalist turned branding guide, Susie shares the importance of going “seven layers deep” to find your true business WHY. She explains how the stories we overlook often hold the greatest power to connect, inspire,

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54:39

Leading Through Growth: Women Founders in...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr welcomes two small business leaders in the environmental consulting space—Angela DePaoli of Bargas Environmental and Geraldine Aron, founder of Paleo Solutions. Together, they share their journeys as women business owners in a complex and evolving industry, navigating regulatory shifts, staffing challenges, and the transition from technical expert to executive leader. With decades of experience between them, Angela and Geraldine reflect

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43:57

Simple Steps to Career CLARITY in the Modern Workforce

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2025/04/24

Struggling to lead or engage the next generation in your business? In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Madeline Miller, a former entertainment attorney turned purpose-driven career coach, to explore what it really takes to lead in today’s evolving workplace. Madeline shares her journey from burnout to clarity and introduces her AIR Framework (Alignment, Influence, Resilience), designed to help Gen Zs, Millennials, and business leaders alike navigate their

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38:51

Transform Your Workplace: Combating Employee Burnout...

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2025/04/10

Welcome to the Business Roundtable Podcast! In this powerful episode, David Carr from Steward Your Business sits down with Jasmin Dennis, a seasoned health and wellness expert with over 30 years of experience. Together, they explore how prioritizing health and wellness can transform workplaces, reduce burnout, and dramatically improve employee retention and productivity.Jasmin shares her personal journey from the Workers Compensation Board to founding Jazz D Health & Wellness, detailing how her

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