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The Business Spotlight Series

The Business Spotlight Series

One of the world"s largest local business education series! Bringing local leaders into the spotlight since 2021! This series is all about sharing the journeys of successful business owners like yourself and the challenges faced along the way. This is a perfect opportunity to learn from others and be inspired to start your own business! www.businessspotlightseries.com

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18:02

GROWTH TAUGHT ME TO DELEGATE, TRUST, AND BUILD A...

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2025/01/30

As the third-generation Owner and President of Rayco Tools, Inc., Chris Rooney has spent over seven years providing top-notch rotary and push-style broaching solutions. From WWII roots to modern machining, Rayco’s legacy thrives on innovation, durability, and a relentless work ethic passed down through the years. Before taking the reins and learning from his father and uncle, Chris could do it all himself—but growth taught him to delegate, trust, and build a powerhouse team. It’s been tough

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25:35

INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY INTO BUSINESS | With Adel...

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2025/01/30

Adel Chaveleh is a powerhouse with technology. In this interview with ActionCOACH Sugar Land coach Warren Fiihr, Adel shared his insights on profitably working with AI, integrating tech into business, and creating a supportive environment. Adel and Warren agree that the key to a good meeting is listening to each other and collaborating. Enjoy the video!You can get in touch with Adel here on LinkedIn: / achaveleh 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in

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29:16

DO YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT A SHAKE-UP OF THE INSURANCE...

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2025/01/30

Mark Murphy began his career as a Union Mechanic at Chrysler, but a pivotal moment sparked a new direction for him. Drawing on expertise he gained in estimating and adjusting within the insurance industry, he he founded several successful companies and transitioned from Minnesota to Texas. Mark's innovative mindset and passion for people have driven him to build businesses that are reshaping the industry landscape. Discover how his unique blend of experience and vision continues to make an

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18:39

THE VALUE OF SMART GROWTH | With Logan Montague and...

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2025/01/30

As a Fractional CMO, Founder of Your Marketing BFF's, and Co-Founder of Faith Fueled Founders, Logan Montague turns marketing chaos into sustainable growth for 8-figure+ businesses. Logan is a homegrown Hoosier, she started her career in the RV industry and then her own business in 2020 while earning her MBA. With over a decade of experience spanning digital, traditional, and experiential marketing, Logan has learned that business is an ever-changing journey. Growing too fast taught her the

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39:38

A PASSION FOR CREATING CULTURE | With Ivan Filby and...

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2025/01/30

Today's guest is Ivan Filby, CEO of Seedbed, a publisher of Christian material in Franklin, TN. Ivan served on their board for a year before being recruited as CEO, a role for which he is perfectly suited. Fascinating considering he performs the role remotely from Northern Ireland! You'll hear him describe his passion for creating culture, working himself out of a job, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. He also shares the belief that business done right is a means for

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37:10

THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORSHIP AND EMBRACING MISTAKES |...

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2025/01/30

In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, host Heather Frierson sits down with Brook Schaaf, co-founder and CEO of FMTC, a leading B2B company that aggregates, tests, and distributes affiliate, merchant, coupon, and product data to publishers across various industries. Brook shares the journey of FMTC, which has been innovating in the affiliate marketing space since 2007, and explains how the company has grown by bringing together complex data streams for enterprise and content

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22:39

FIND PEOPLE WITH HUNGER AND GREAT CHARACTER | With...

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2025/01/30

In this Business Spotlight, we hear from Roddey Player, owner of Queen City Audio Video and Appliances. Roddey's father started the business in 1952. He now enjoys leading the business and is proud to have his 2 children involved in the business, as well. He gives his team credit for being innovative and insightful in successfully navigating the recession and even the recent pandemic where business surged in spite of market challenges. Most important to his success? His people. Roddey

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28:22

EMPOWER AND LISTEN TO YOUR PEOPLE | With George White...

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2025/01/30

Meet George White, CEO of the C.M. Paula Company, a highly diversified holding company of businesses in very unique segments including greeting cards, metal stamping, automation systems and healing stones.George shares how his own diverse leadership background positioned him well to lead this growing organization. He shares a great example of how they invested in new equipment & processes that allowed and older, established business to move into new lines of business and expand their

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24:57

CULTIVATING ORIGINALITY IN MARKETING | With Phillip...

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2025/01/30

Step into the entrepreneurial journey with Business Spotlight Series, hosted by Kay Cote. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Philip Scott Mandel, CEO of Mandel Marketing, a full-service marketing agency navigating the highs and lows of business ownership since its 2019 launch. From starting during the pandemic to mastering creative and research-driven strategies, Philip shares invaluable insights on branding, content creation, and cultivating originality in marketing. Tune

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43:37

FINDING POSSIBILITIES EVEN IN TOUGH SITUATIONS | With...

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2025/01/30

In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Tab Pierce, the founder of Caliber Security Partners, to explore his incredible journey in the cybersecurity industry and beyond. With over 25 years of experience, Tab has built a successful career while also co-managing Arizona’s largest business community, Network Live. Alongside his security expertise, he’s the founder of Lunir and an author of three books. Despite his busy professional life, Tab shares how he focuses on the importance of

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44:56

THE IMPORTANCE OF ASSURING A GOOD FIT WITH A CLIENT |...

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2025/01/27

My guest today is Bryan Sebring founder of Sebring Design Build, a home remodeling and construction company here in Nashville. Bryan describes his unique offering and the challenges in relocating his business to Nashville in 2020. He emphasizes the importance of assuring a good fit with a prospective client, and discusses his intention for growth in "the right ways." He also shares his beliefs on the power of community vs the challenges of going it alone and what being part of a master

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32:12

I CONTINUALLY BUILD UPON MY WINNING TEAM OF EMPLOYEES...

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2025/01/27

In this Business Spotlight interview, we hear from Elizabeth McCormick of UNIGLOBE Travel Designers. Elizabeth has been in the Travel industry for a number of and loves to continually build upon her winning team of employees. Her team and their ability to deliver next-level service to their clients are among her most proud accomplishments. Some great advice shared here, as well as a fantastic learning about being focused. You can get in touch with Elizabeth McCormick here on LinkedIn: /

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25:24

THE REWARDS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP | With Haydn Morgans...

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2025/01/27

Join Simon Marshall as he interviews Haydn Morgans, Founder and Director of Search Stack, a purpose-driven digital agency specialising in the recruitment sector. Haydn shares his journey from freelancing during the pandemic to building a successful business focused on personal branding, content strategy, and podcast management. Simon & Hayden discuss aligning sales and marketing for business efficiency, navigating challenges through creativity and collaboration, and the importance of

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25:36

SETTING THE TONE FOR A FEARLESS APPROACH TO BUSINESS...

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2025/01/27

In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we feature Lester Manley, an entrepreneur whose business journey began at the extraordinary age of 11. Securing a bank loan at just 14, thanks to someone who believed in his potential, set the tone for his fearless approach to business. After selling his IMC-focused marketing and communication business in 2002, Lester shifted his expertise to consultancy and branding, helping businesses reinvent themselves. Alongside his consultancy, he runs

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39:21

THE 4 KEY VALUES OF MY BUSINESS | With Josh Fitzwater...

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2025/01/27

In this Business Spotlight interview, we hear from Josh Fitzwater of Holden Ellis. Josh created his marketing agency over 10 years ago and was recently recognized as a “40 under 40 honoree”! He’s is very proud of his company’s tag-line, “We Make People Curious!”. Josh built his agency on 4 key values and he shares those with us in this interview. Some great advice shared here, as well as a fantastic learning about being focused and sincere. You can get in touch with Josh here on LinkedIn:

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31:11

THE IMPORTANCE OF NETWORKING AND BUILDING CONNECTIONS...

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2025/01/27

Our guest today on the Business Spotlight is Alex Mayorov, owner of Sam the Concrete Man in Nashville. Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey including his transition from a finance and accounting professional to a small business owner specializing in concrete work. We explore the challenges of starting a business, the importance of networking and building connections, and the value of corporate experience for small business owners. We also touch on the significance of technical

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38:12

THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTAINING COMPANY'S CULTURE AS IT...

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2025/01/27

Today's guest is Luke Smiley, owner of Radish Kitchen restaurants. Luke discusses the growth and challenges of his business, including employee retention and expansion plans. He also shares his experiences and lessons learned over the past few years, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control over the company's culture and product as it expands. Great discussion with one of Nashville's leading entrepreneurs. You can get in touch with Luke here on LinkedIn: / luke-smiley-a094914

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46:08

CHALLENGES & STRATEGIES OF BUILDING & SELLING A...

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2025/01/27

Our guest today on the Business Spotlight is Brian Harstine, Founder of Acquire a startup here in Nashville looking to make improvements to the back office processes in the private market investment world. Craig and Brian discuss the inefficiencies in this space and how Acquire Invest aims to connect siloed systems and departments to improve cycle times in the investment world. Their conversation also explores innovations in the area of data aggregation and blockchain technology, and the

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13:44

CARRYING FORWARD THE LEGACY WHILE EMBRACING THE NEW |...

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2025/01/27

In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we feature Suzanne Livingstone, Managing Director of Ireland's Homes, Interiors and Living Magazine. Suzanne's remarkable journey began 30 years ago with a part-time job that evolved into her role today, helping the business grow from scratch. Now overseeing four publications and award ceremonies, she helps lead a passionate team dedicated to producing top-quality content and maintaining the magazine's status as a best-seller across Ireland

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14:29

HAPPY CUSTOMER IS KEY | With Adrian Povey and Sonali...

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2025/01/27

Adrian Povey, Community property care Ltd.Happy customer is key; Diversify with customer; Recruit for attitude as you can train almost anyone to do anythingYou can get in touch with Adrian here on LinkedIn: / adrian-povey-52a12512 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website:https://www.businessspotlightseries.com#business #advice #podcast #businessowner #businesstips #growth #businessgrowth #businesslesson

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