The B Team Podcast

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Best of B Team: Construction to Commercial: Dillon...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/10/08

Parking money in a bank account yields zero growth while commercial property builds tangible wealth. Dillon King joins Josh Saffran and Matt Marrs to break down how Kingston Investment Group secures commercial retail space and why buy-and-hold strategies outpace short-term flips. King shares how acquiring Springdale office locations right before market shifts enabled aggressive equity growth. He outlines the mechanics of long-term commercial leases, managing tenant improvements, and convertin...

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48:27

Ep. 117 - High Protein Dining: Franchising Clean...

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2026/10/01

Serving healthy comfort food at scale requires strict operational discipline and zero compromise on ingredient quality. Restaurant owners Leah Thrasher and Jay Boston join the podcast to explain how they launched a seed-oil-free, high-protein dining concept built around custom macros and local sourcing. They break down cooked-to-order operations, grass-fed meats, and accommodating complex dietary restrictions like gluten-free and alpha-gal without slowing ticket times. From custom meal prep s...

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11:49

Best of B Team: Building Mezzaluna’s Success with...

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2026/09/24

Moving a successful restaurant across the country takes more than good recipes. Guests Soerke Peters and Amy Stouffer share how they expanded Mezzaluna from California to Bentonville, Arkansas, after a chance connection with local leadership. The duo breaks down the logistics of scaling a concept centered on scratch-made pasta, house-made mozzarella, and fresh ingredients. They discuss managing cross-country operations, securing prime real estate, and staying true to authentic Italian dining ...

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39:04

Ep. 116 - Premium Fitness Evolution: Inside The Yard Gym

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/09/17

Traditional gym models are failing because generic open-gym access breeds low retention and stagnant routines. Hosts Josh Saffron and Jim Corbett welcome Nicole Fjell and Derek Fjell to explore how their venture, The Yard Gym in Bentonville, disrupts standard group workouts using dual-zone programming. Building a sustainable boutique studio requires moving past single-person training to scalable group dynamics. Nicole Fjell and Derek Fjell unpack their structured eight-week blocks, blending s...

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7:20

Best of B Team: Grassroots Growth: Transforming Small...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/09/10

Running a successful community fundraiser requires balancing operational control with rapid growth. Emily Saffran breaks down how she expanded the GEM Charitable Trust from a casual raffle into a sold-out annual event that attracts top local donors. Scaling a grassroots initiative demands clear team roles, reliable vendor partners, and unique auction items that drive high bids. Rather than relying on massive planning committees, managing tight logistics with a small core team keeps overhead ...

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Ep. 115 - Former Tight End Tackles High-End Trade...

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2026/09/03

High-end trade businesses thrive on flawless execution and long-term client relationships. Former NFL tight end Phillip Supernaw joins the show to share how he built Natural State Putting Greens into a premier installer for homeowners, country clubs, and tour pros alike. Transitioning from pro football to specialized trade installation requires a complete shift in operational focus. Moving away from standard landscaping methods, Phillip leveraged American-made materials, precise base construc...

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Best of B Team: NIL Cash Chaos: Fixing College Sports...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/08/27

College athletics shifted from cash-filled duffel bags to multi-million dollar deals almost overnight, but the infrastructure to support these young athletes never caught up. When dynamic, highly paid recruits sign contract deals without basic financial guidance, the resulting confusion damages both the program and the player. Host Josh Saffron sits down with Chad Campbell, founder of Pinnacle Sports Ventures, to break down what actually happens behind closed doors in collegiate name, image, ...

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Ep. 114 - Whiskey Heritage Unlocked: From Charcoal to...

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2026/08/20

Chasing allocated bottles and overhyped secondary market releases often leads to overpriced disappointments while world-class heritage pours hide in plain sight. Modern whiskey consumers spend months hunting rare unicorns, completely ignoring the foundational distilleries that built the entire industry. Grounding your palate in legacy brands is the quickest way to separate actual distillation quality from clever scarcity marketing. We sit down with whiskey expert Russ Kempton to break down wh...

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Best of B Team: Protected Paint Matters: Why Brushes...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/08/13

Running an automated vehicle wash requires balancing delicate finish protection with chemical restrictions. Operating in a saturated market means constantly defending against aggressive tunnel competitors while proving why high-end car finishes require specialized care. Navigating these operational realities demands sharp machine maintenance, predictable app integrations, and educating consumers on long-term paint maintenance. We sit down with Scott Tucker, owner of Castle Bay Car Wash, to a...

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39:33

Ep. 113 - Sourdough Crust Solutions: Building Cave...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/08/06

Opening a restaurant is a massive financial risk, and long-term survival in hospitality requires far more than just a good recipe. Most new locations struggle with high turnover, severe supply chain constraints, and the constant pressure of negative online feedback before they ever reach profitability. Building a sustainable neighborhood spot demands grit, sharp operational instincts, and a deep understanding of local market dynamics. We sit down with Zach Reeves, owner of Pizza Cave on Main,...

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Best of B Team: Inside SALT Health’s All-in-One Model...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/07/30

The modern medical system isn't built to keep you healthy, it's built to treat you once you're already sick. Between skyrocketing premiums and high-volume clinics forcing physicians to speed through appointments, patients end up feeling like numbers on a spreadsheet instead of human beings. Investing early in your physical well-being is the only way to avoid paying a massive tax on your body and bank account later in life. Jordan Cash, co-founder of SALT Health, brings nearly twenty years of ...

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Ep. 112 - Property Management Profits: Scaling 485...

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2026/07/23

Scaling a business in a shifting economy means ignoring vanity metrics and confronting harsh market conditions head on. In a real estate climate defined by rising interest rates and fluctuating inventory, holding onto outdated strategy guarantees a pipeline full of stagnant listings. We sit down with Nick Limbird, Owner/Broker of Limbird Real Estate Group, to discuss how he transitioned from medical device sales into building Arkansas' top-performing real estate team. We get into the operatio...

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Best of B Team: Biking Means Business: Scaling...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/07/16

Capitalizing on local infrastructure before it goes mainstream determines who captures the territory and who gets left behind. In this episode, Jesse Hull breaks down how he turned a passionate two-wheel hobby into a dominant multi-location enterprise embedded directly within corporate headquarters. We sit down to unpack the exact operational shifts required to move from an artistic container setup to a massive two-story flagship destination. Jesse Hull explains the nuances of corporate retai...

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Ep. 111 - Bentonville's Hidden Stories: The Ultimate...

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2026/07/09

If you assume you know everything about your own backyard, you are likely missing the most profitable and entertaining narratives driving your local economy. We sit down with Brian Johnson, the founder of Big on Bentonville, to uncover how he built a premier low-speed vehicle tour company that somehow managed to outrank world-class art museums in customer satisfaction. We get into the tactical reality of launching an unconventional hospitality business in Northwest Arkansas. Brian shares how ...

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Best of B Team: Corporate Exit Strategy: Creating a...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/07/02

Not having access to the right tools kills the desire to build things. As more people look for physical hobbies to step away from their screens, the high cost and massive space required for a personal shop stop them dead in their tracks. We sit down with Charley Preston from The Workbench Collective to discuss how he is solving this exact problem by building a shared community maker space right here in Northwest Arkansas. We get into the logistics of starting a membership based woodshop and ...

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Ep. 110 - Pure Gelato Mastery: Bringing Paris to...

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2026/06/25

Bringing a high-profile international brand to Northwest Arkansas requires more than just capital; it demands an obsessive focus on product integrity, standard operating procedures, and local market education. In this episode, we sit down with Sofia Foyo, the entrepreneur behind the newly opened Amorino Gelato in Rogers, Arkansas, to uncover what it takes to launch a globally recognized brand in a rapidly expanding culinary market. We get into the swervy transition from a career in finance w...

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Best of B Team: Married Partners: Surviving Business...

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2026/06/18

Customer expectations dictate the survival of any local restaurant. Right now, retaining loyal staff and managing daily operations are the biggest hurdles for hospitality owners looking to stay afloat. Todd and Nickki Golden join us to share their direct insights from over three decades of building successful culinary staples. We get into the exact mechanics of operating a lasting restaurant brand. The conversation covers the logistics of interactive cooking demonstrations, the strategies fo...

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Ep. 109 - Stop Biohacking: Simple Tweaks For Real...

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2026/06/11

The wellness industry loves to push standard PDF diet plans and overnight magic pills, but generalized advice leaves desperate people exhausted and stuck. When the standard medical framework offers few answers for chronic, complex issues, it is easy to assume you have hit a dead end. We sit down with Brynn Davello, a certified functional nutritional therapy practitioner and GAPS practitioner, to break down why true systemic healing requires a completely tailored blueprint rather than a generi...

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Best of B Team: Serving the Streets: Turning the...

The B Team Podcast ·

2026/06/04

Humble beginnings are not an excuse to stay small; they are the foundation for long term business growth. In an economy where industries pivot overnight and competition can blind you to your own progress, staying focused on your lane is the ultimate advantage. Hosts Josh Saffron and Pat Mars sit down with Mike Shelton to dissect his path from working out of the back of a house to establishing a respected business presence. We get into the specific tactical decisions it takes to survive when t...

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Ep. 108 - Champagne Secrets: Debunking the Elitist...

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2026/05/28

Pretentious hospitality is a profit killer. When consumers feel intimidated by an industry, they simply lock their wallets and walk away. The global wine and champagne industry has spent decades building cardboard walls of elite terminology and black-tie dress codes, accidentally alienating the modern diner who just wants an incredible experience. We sit down with Aaron Walters, chef and owner of Muselet Champagne Bar, to see how he is completely dismantling the traditional wine bar format in...

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