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Simply Business Podcast

John K Jennings

A business interview Podcast made by business owners for business owners called ‘**Simply Business**".We share real stories about real people in business making big things happen. Our goal is to inspire and educate current and future leaders through sharing success stories and key learnings from successful business leaders who have already navigated some of the challenges of business ownership.I believe that most business owners are working way too hard for much too little, and one of our issues is

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Ep 57-A Founder's Mission to End Chaos in School...

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2025/04/29

The 57th episode of Simply Business features a powerful founder story that’s as timely as it is moving. Michael Sandefur, co-founder of SafeEvac, shares how his journey from environmental consulting to inventing a school safety technology was driven by purpose and prayer. Following national tragedies and a conversation with his co-founder, Michael realized that chaos, not just violence is the killer in school shootings. That insight led to the development of SafeEvac: a cutting-edge emergency system

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Ep 56-Faith and Grit: Building a Roofing Company from...

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2025/04/22

How Brad Blankenship scaled a startup from the back of a truck into a regional commercial powerhouse by staying people-focused, faith-led, and future-minded. ⭐ Inspirational Snippet: “You have to be motivated by something greater than the dollar… You have to want to help people. You have to want to be a problem solver.” How do you grow a construction company from the back of a car to 80+ employees and hundreds of subcontractors? For Brad Blankenship, CEO of Skyguard Commercial Services, it started

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Ep 55-From Kitchen Table to $10M: Paula Blankenship...

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2025/04/15

In the 55th episode of Simply Business, John sits down with Paula Blankenship, founder of a thriving DTC paint brand, to unpack her extraordinary entrepreneurial journey. From humble beginnings at her kitchen table to scaling into an 8-figure powerhouse, Paula shares how she transformed a simple DIY project into a multimillion-dollar enterprise. Discover how early Facebook traction validated her business idea, why she ditched big-box retail for direct-to-consumer success, and how she navigated

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Ep 54: Beyond Ideas – David Galownia on Real...

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2025/04/08

In the 54th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with David Galownia, CEO and Owner of Slingshot, a Louisville-based tech services firm that's celebrating 20 years in business.David shares his journey from youthful entrepreneur — running a paper route at age 10 — to leading a company that helps bring tech ideas to life for startups, small businesses, and large enterprises alike.Together, they unpack the realities of entrepreneurship, including the often misunderstood challenge

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32:00

Shawn Herbig on Building Businesses with Insight &...

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2025/04/01

In the 53 episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Shawn Herbig, founder of IQS Research and Bluegrass Bitters, to explore two very different entrepreneurial journeys—one rooted in analytics, and the other in artisanal flavor.Shawn shares how he left a successful role at Ford Motor Company to chase a lifelong dream of business ownership. Over the past 25+ years, he’s built IQS Research into a respected data analytics firm—and more recently, decided to turn his hobby of crafting

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29:50

From Struggling Agency to Thriving Business – Bill...

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2025/03/25

In the 52nd episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Bill Reynolds, President of Element 502, to explore the raw and real journey of turning around a struggling marketing agency.Bill opens up about how he went from a consultant to business owner overnight—after a leap of faith (and prayer) with his wife. He shares what happened when he lost his biggest client five days into ownership, how he led his team through some very challenging times, and why integrity, honesty, and

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29:42

Scaling a Family Legacy: How Brady Jolly Transformed...

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2025/03/18

In the 51 episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Brady Jolly, President and Owner of Jolly Plumbing Drains, Heating and Air. Brady shares the remarkable story of taking over his family business, founded in 1979, and transforming it into a thriving, multi-service home solutions company in Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati. Brady discusses the challenges of leading a second-generation business, the bold transition from commercial to residential services, and navigating

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24:55

"Building Wealth Through Real Estate with Larry Baker"

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2025/03/11

In the 50th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Larry Baker, a real estate broker, investor, and entrepreneur who has built a thriving business across Kentucky, Indiana, and Florida. Larry shares his journey from sales—starting in the car industry—to becoming a top real estate agent, broker, and investor. He now leads a brokerage with over 40 agents and has built long-term wealth through smart real estate investing. In this episode, Larry breaks down:The truth about being

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26:21

Leading with Heart: Transforming Child Welfare with...

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2025/03/04

In this inspiring episode 49 of SimplyBusiness, host John Jennings welcomes Reverend Dr. Julie HagerLove, the President & CEO of the Kentucky United MethodistChildren's Home.With a background in theology, Christian education, and leadershipdevelopment, Dr. Love has dedicated her career to serving children and familiesin need.She shares insights on building trust in leadership, fosteringa strong workplace culture, and navigating the complexities of childwelfare. Under her leadership, the

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33:24

Crafting Impactful Stories: Kyle Bush on Video,...

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2025/02/25

In Episode 48 of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Kyle Bush, Founder & CEO of Cumberland Creative, a 50+ award-winning video production and digital marketing agency. Kyle shares his entrepreneurial journey, how he built a scalable storytelling business, and what it takes to create high-impact visual content that drives real revenue growth. 💡 Key Themes Discussed:✅ The power of storytelling in branding & marketing✅ Scaling a video production agency from the ground up✅ The

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Scaling a Real Estate Empire with Clay Smith

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2025/02/18

In this episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Clay Smith, a real estate investor and serial entrepreneur who has scaled multiple businesses from the ground up. Starting as a young entrepreneur selling candy bars and running a paper route, Clay evolved into a powerhouse in real estate, property management, and contracting.He shares insights on: ✅ The key challenges of scaling multiple businesses while maintaining profitability ✅ Letting go of operations and empowering the

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30:51

Scaling Smart: The Global Growth Journey of Pivotal...

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2025/02/10

In this episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Doug Lacy, Founder and President of Pivotal, a global IT field services company operating in 150+ countries. Doug shares the remarkable journey of scaling an IT services business, transitioning from a handful of clients to working with Fortune 500 companies worldwide.Doug reveals key insights about:Overcoming the "founder’s trap" and navigating business plateaus The power of partnerships in scaling internationally Making the tough

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35:45

Revitalizing Eastern Kentucky with Main Street...

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2025/02/04

In this episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Geoff Marietta, an entrepreneur, small business owner, and community advocate based in Eastern Kentucky. Geoff shares his inspiring journey from Harvard MBA graduate to a transformative force in Appalachian revitalization. As the co-founder of businesses like the Harlan County Beer Company and Moonbow Tipple, Geoff is proving that Main Streets in small towns hold untapped potential.Learn how Geoff's investments in vacant

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36:09

How Resilience, and a Leap of Faith Sparked the...

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2025/01/28

In this episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Ashley Chamberlain, MBA, founder and CEO of Chamberlain & Good Company Bookkeeping and Accounting Services. Ashley shares her inspiring journey from a high-level corporate CFO to building her own thriving business. Hear how her leap of faith, coupled with resilience, prayer, and a supportive network, led to a business that now serves small to medium-sized businesses with expert bookkeeping, accounting, and tax services.Ashley

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36:06

A Masterclass in in leadership and values-driven...

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2025/01/21

Are you ready for a masterclass in leadership and values-driven business? In this episode, you'll learn some of the best practices for building a business that will be both sustainable and successful. John Jennings sits down with Thomas Haun, President and Co-Founder of Turner Staffing Group, to explore the journey from building Turner Mining Group to creating a people-first staffing powerhouse. Thomas shares how the company’s core values—Heart for People, Eye for Safety, Mind for Innovation, and

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22:26

How PreventScripts Targets Root Causes in Healthcare...

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2025/01/14

In this episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with David Moore, Chief Operating Officer at PreventScripts, to uncover how his team is revolutionizing healthcare. With a background that bridges tech, data, and clinical care, David shares his journey from family business to nursing, and ultimately, to helping build a startup tackling healthcare at its core.David discusses how PreventScripts is moving beyond cost containment to address the root causes of chronic conditions through early

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One Year - 40 Interviews - Stories of passion,...

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2025/01/07

We are now 1 year into producing our Simply Business Podcast. The stories we've shared serve as a testament to the power of passion, innovation, resilience, and commitment in achieving success.What's next? More amazing stories. More encouragement. More learnings from the road.

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27:09

Tina Baxter - Empowering Nurses: From Practitioner to...

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2024/12/17

In this episode of "Simply Business," host John Jennings talks with Tina Baxter, nurse practitioner and owner of Baxter Professional Services. Tina shares her unique journey from working in various healthcare settings to launching her own legal nurse consulting business and founding the Nurse Shark Academy. She discusses the importance of nurses stepping into entrepreneurship, helping them identify and pursue business ideas that align with their true passions. Tina also highlights the challenges

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32:08

Navigating the Marketing Maze: Insights from Jaredith...

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2024/12/09

🎙️ What happens when a career curveball leads to an entrepreneurial home run? Meet Jaredith Mize, founder of Blue Shift Marketing, who turned an unexpected career shift into an opportunity to create something remarkable.In this episode of the Simply Business Podcast, host John Jennings dives into Jaredith’s journey from leaving a job to building a thriving marketing agency in Seymour, Indiana. Specializing in website development, branded apparel, and promotional products, Jaredith shares how he’s

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34:49

Building Communities and Possibilities: A...

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2024/12/03

"There’s so much potential in every person, every place, and every property. You just have to see the possibility and leverage whatever skills and assets you have to make things bigger and better." — Gill Holland Episode Description:In this insightful episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Gill Holland, a visionary leader, and community developer renowned for his transformative projects in Louisville and beyond. With an impressive background in film, music, real estate, and

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