You can get in touch with Ruben Pina Jr here on LinkedIn: / ruben-pina-jr-2107756 🔔 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 #businessessentials #howtostartabusiness #businessstrategy #businesspodcast #motivation #thebusinessspotlight #success...
Dec 19, 2024•23 min
In this Business Spotlight, we have the pleasure of hearing from Greg Law, co-owner, with his wife Katy, of Sweet Dreams Furniture and Mattress. It's quickly apparent the gratitude he has for each of their parents and the influence of each has had on their entrepreneurial journey. One of the keys to success he shares is the way they intentionally pour into their team and into the community. In a digital world, Greg and Katy put special emphasis on participation and engagement within the local ma...
Dec 19, 2024•28 min
In this episode of The Business Spotlight Series, host Kay Cote sits down with Andy McLoughlin, Managing Director of Intermediate Technology Transport Limited. Andy shares his inspiring journey from Liverpool to leading an innovative consultancy focused on transport infrastructure in developing countries. Learn about the pivotal moment when Andy and his colleagues acquired the company amidst the pandemic's challenges, and hear how they rebuilt it by cutting overhead costs, relocating operations,...
Dec 19, 2024•18 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight, David Trett shares his journey from college basketball and professional golf to owning Red Bicycle Coffee in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He discusses the challenges of maintaining consistency in customer offerings and the importance of creating a unique customer experience in a competitive market. David credits mentorship for guiding his business expansion, which now includes ten locations in Nashville. He also reflects on how COVID-19 impacted staffin...
Dec 19, 2024•47 min
In this episode of Business Spotlight, Scott sits down with Ali MacFarlane, the Founder and CEO of Sugar Rush, a full-service software and app development agency with offices in Belfast and London. With over 21 years in the industry, Ali has led Sugar Rush in creating custom digital solutions, specialising in tailoring products that align with each client’s unique business journey. His approach is built on understanding user behaviour and data to craft optimised, risk-averse packages that drive ...
Dec 19, 2024•14 min
Join Heather Frierson on the Business Spotlight Podcast as she engages in a compelling conversation with Lynn Fischer, the founder and COO of KMAK Capital. Lynn shares her remarkable career journey, which began in the corporate world with top-tier marketing companies like Gallo Family Wines and Dreyer's Ice Cream. Transitioning into the wine industry, Lynn developed several successful brands before moving on to healthcare technology with Title 21. Her passion for improving healthcare quality and...
Dec 19, 2024•46 min
Raul gave insights on the challenges of running a CPA firm and how he overcame those challenges in order to scale his business. Having the right mindset, the desire to change and learning what was needed to scale his business. When he thanks about success, the first person he thinks of is Jesus Christ. Phone (361) 854-0822 https://www.raultorrescpa.com/ 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.businesss...
Dec 19, 2024•20 min
Our guest on the Business Spotlight today is Alex Sanders, the newly appointed CEO of Pinnacle Construction Partners. Alex shares his insights on his transition from real estate developer to leading a construction firm. Alex talks about the relationships he values and attributes his success to them. You’ll hear about his thoughts on Pinnacle's go to market strategies and the importance of creating a culture that people can thrive in. Tune in to the conversation. You can get in touch with Alex he...
Dec 19, 2024•52 min
Rachelle Yarnell is a girl from a small town in northeast Ohio with big dreams. She started her career as a stylist, built clientele, developed relationships, and has established a strong business across multiple local salon locations and education & training programs across the globe. She wears many hats, and she is the one that decides what hat she wears! Rachelle is in the “business of people”. Her guests are the most important people. The stylists that work with her are very important pe...
Dec 19, 2024•35 min
Keith McCabe is Director at AVAM Solutions, who are a procurement consultancy business, working on behalf of a wide variety of clients to save them money and solve their commercial problems. You can get in touch with Keith here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/interim-p... 🔔 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...
Dec 19, 2024•13 min
Join Simon Marshall as he interviews Malcolm Palmer, Founder and Managing Partner of A4G, an accountancy firm in Kent dedicated to supporting owner-managed businesses. Malcolm shares his journey from entry-level accountant to building A4G into a firm focused on value-added services that help clients with cash flow, decision-making, and wealth building. He discusses challenges in the accounting industry, like navigating the credit crunch and COVID-19, and highlights the importance of mindset, dis...
Dec 16, 2024•32 min
In this Business Spotlight interview, we get to hear from Matthew Gibson, owner of Gibson's Electrical & Lighting. Matthew shares how he's enjoying his business and successes now, but it wasn't necessarily always like that. Starting the company during the housing crisis/recession led to some long days and sleepless nights. One of the keys to his success was doing the work in the business during the day, and investing in himself at night by way of reading, watching, researching, etc. His busi...
Dec 16, 2024•29 min
Join Heather Frierson on the Business Spotlight Podcast as she interviews Michael Xia, founder and CEO of PHD Energy. In this insightful episode, Michael shares his extensive background in battery technology, including his 30 years of academic and professional experience and his work with Professor John Goodenough, the father of the Lithium Ion Battery. Michael discusses his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and rewards of starting his own business in Austin,...
Dec 16, 2024•34 min
Join Heather Frierson on the Business Spotlight Podcast as she sits down with Nate Donham, founder and CEO of Freedom Atlantic. In this episode, Heather and Nate dive into the compelling journey of a retired special operations officer who transitioned from the military to entrepreneurship. Nate shares his story of building Freedom Atlantic, a company dedicated to creating innovative, cost-effective products for tactical communications. With a team comprising veterans and engineers, Nate highligh...
Dec 16, 2024•35 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, host Kay Cote sits down with Simon Lavin, Executive Director at Artel Rubber Holdings Limited, for a deep dive into his journey from early aspirations in farming to tech and eventually to leading a manufacturing company. Simon shares candidly about the entrepreneurial roadblocks and triumphs he's encountered, detailing Artel’s niche in polymer-based solutions for critical industries like automotive, maritime, and renewable energy. He discusses th...
Dec 16, 2024•25 min
In this Business Spotlight interview, we hear from Sonia Mackay Chief Executive Officer at All Talent Agency. Sonia tells us her story how it has been exciting and very challenging to build an ACTING and MODELLING agency, nearly 20 years on, to become one of the main players in Scotland. For more information visit: https://www.alltalentagency.co.uk/ You can get in touch with Sonia Mackay here on LinkedIn: / sonia-scott-mackay-17545610 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spo...
Dec 16, 2024•32 min
Our guest on this episode of the Business Spotlight is Terry White, Principal at Purser White Architecture here in Nashville. Terry's passion for drawing and design dates back to his early childhood. Hear Terry share his experience working as an intern at the premier design firm in Cleveland and his support of the design of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He'll also share his path to Nashville and his efforts in establishing a partnership to support growth and construction in a small firm. You c...
Dec 16, 2024•58 min
Join Simon Marshall as he interviews Carl Pickess, Managing Director of Kent Wastewater Services, a family-owned business with over 20 years in the wastewater industry. In this inspiring conversation, Carl shares how he built his company from the ground up, motivated by a commitment to fair pricing, honesty, and customer satisfaction. Carl discusses the challenges of managing a family business, maintaining high standards, and the importance of surrounding oneself with trusted individuals. He als...
Dec 16, 2024•22 min
Join Heather on The Business Spotlight Podcast as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Luna and Joe Feehan, the dynamic founders of Legendairy Milk. In this episode, Heather introduces Luna as the founder and CEO, and Joe as the COO, as they share their remarkable journey from personal breastfeeding challenges to building a thriving business. Luna recounts how she started experimenting with various herbs to create effective milk supply blends, leading to an organic business growth spurr...
Dec 16, 2024•51 min
In this Business Spotlight episode, host Ted Schmidt interviews Chad Clay from Real Frequency, who shares his journey of expanding his business’s marketing approach beyond referrals and word-of-mouth. Chad discusses the importance of diversifying marketing techniques to include traditional strategies, allowing for greater reach and brand visibility. He also opens up about the challenge of maintaining a work-life balance amidst business growth and the tools he uses to stay grounded and productive...
Dec 16, 2024•25 min
Recently I had the opportunity to interview @Craig Mulhall, the co-founder of https://powercutclothing.com/ - providing a range of high quality branded athletic and everyday wear available online and through retail outlets such as Dunnes Stores where Powercut has concession shops. With ambition to grow into a global brand, Craig highlights their unique story to success. Connect with Craig on LinkedIn: / f 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podc...
Dec 16, 2024•15 min
This is such a great story. And it's about the crreation of childrens stories by Mike Gaunt and his team. It's suberb! Mike can't get a publishing deal which is madness. So he's come up with a different route to market. Enjoy! Turmali is a perfect mystical world, set high in the sky and is made up of seven lands. The lands are connected by Rainbow Bridges that are powered by Tourmaline Gemstones. The people of Turmali travel between the lands by crossing the Rainbow Bridges. Their perfect world ...
Dec 16, 2024•16 min
Cranes Drinks produce a range of premium alcoholic drinks which include: Cranes Ciders; Cranes Cranberry & Blood Orange Liqueur and Cranes Cranberry Gin. Cranes Ciders come in three different flavours: Blueberries & Apples; Cranberries & Limes and Raspberries & Pomegranates. Only natural ingredients are used in the production, resulting in them containing 30% fewer calories than brand leaders as the sweetness from the super-fruits are utilised. Now available in Asda, Ocado, East ...
Dec 16, 2024•22 min
In this episode of Business Spotlight, Peter sits down with Kate Speers, owner of Ivory & Pearl Bridal Boutique. Since opening 12 years ago, Kate has built a unique business featuring a collection of wedding dresses from emerging designers not found elsewhere in Northern Ireland and Ireland. With a hands-on approach and a strong support team, Kate has learned the importance of delegation and trusting her gut, allowing her to continually grow the business while maintaining balance in her life...
Dec 16, 2024•11 min
In this insightful interview, we sit down with Lon Gibby from Giddy Media Group as he opens up about the challenges he's faced while growing his business. From navigating the complexities of expanding to international clients to the critical importance of hiring honest and transparent employees, Lon shares valuable lessons learned over the years. You can get in touch with Lon here on LinkedIn: / lon-gibby-6825b57 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your F...
Dec 16, 2024•19 min
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing @Keith O'Neill from Novus Diagnostics https://novus-dx.com/ - Keith and his team are developing a novel platform technology to diagnose infections faster than currently possible, initially targeting acute hospital settings. Addressing the significant global issue of sepsis which kills about 11 million people annually and costs health systems an estimated 62 billion dollars in the US alone. The growth potential is enormous. Connect with Keith on LinkedI...
Dec 16, 2024•16 min
In this Business Spotlight interview, we hear from Chris Stevens, CEO of Kangaroo Self Storage. A well qualified individual and working in the corporate world, Chris decided to follow his passion and run his own business because quite simply he wanted to do his own thing! This, coupled with a background in civil engineering , Accountancy and Retailing, gave him the tools and confidence to launch into the deep and grow from 2 to 11 stores in the UK. His plans for the future with the help of Ameri...
Dec 16, 2024•30 min
Discover the inspiring story behind Dennis Distribution, a family business with roots that trace back generations. Founded by Katie's great-great-grandfather with just a horse and cart, the company has grown into a successful operation with a fleet of vehicles serving diverse customers. In this video, Katie shares valuable insights gained from her 40 years of leading the business in a fiercely competitive industry. Learn how she motivates her team to think creatively, overcome challenges, and ca...
Dec 16, 2024•17 min
Join Simon Marshall as he interviews Lee Sadd, Co-owner and Managing Director of Safety & Management Solutions, a leading health and safety consultancy and training provider in Kent. Lee shares his journey from joining the family business in 2008 to expanding its services and becoming Managing Director. They discuss the importance of collaboration, empowering employees, and fostering a culture of ownership and responsibility. Lee highlights how the company adapted during the pandemic, pivoti...
Dec 16, 2024•26 min
In this episode of our Business Spotlight series, Tom O'Kelly talks with Dave Kelly from CrossFit Green https://www.crossfitgreen.com/ - Dave tells of his journey from banking to fitness. Offering personalised coaching and training programs for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Focusing on building relationships with members and providing the expertise to help them achieve their goals. Connect with David on LinkedIn: / david-kelly-29b66066 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our ne...
Dec 16, 2024•16 min
