Episodes
June 19, 2025
Growing 10X: Building a Business That Feels Small at Scale
How do you grow a business 10X—without losing the personal touch that made it special in the first place? In this episode of Business Owner Tales from the Trenches , EP Wealth Co-Founder Brian Parker unpacks the art of scalin...
March 5, 2025
Ep 32: Navigating Transitions and Why Your Story Matters with Michelle Prince
Learn about navigating the process of moving from corporate to entrepreneurship.
July 9, 2024
Ep 31: Leading through Periods of Rapid Growth, Change and Uncertainty with Chris Walters
Lead through better problem-solving and strategizing.
June 11, 2024
Ep 30: From Corporate to Entrepreneur in Retail Beverage: A Playbook for the First Four Years With Leslie Danford
Insight from the first few years of entrepreneurship.
May 28, 2024
Ep 29: Reflections on a Founder's 35th Anniversary: A Journey of Conviction with Tom Quinn
Navigating the challenges that come with starting a business to build a successful firm.
May 14, 2024
Ep 28: What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business with Scott Regan
Valuable insights into building a strong team, avoiding common startup mistakes, and achieving business growth.
April 30, 2024
Ep 27: The Art of "Listening to the Business" with Melissa Bunnen Jernigan
Learn how Melissa and her team navigated the challenges of building Piece of Cake without prior experience, the genesis of their baking business idea, and the pivotal moments that shaped their journey.
April 16, 2024
Ep 26: Lessons on Entrepreneurial Success from BEHIND the Camera with Chris Jones and Willie Johnson
Learn how to leverage video marketing and craft compelling brand messages.
April 2, 2024
Ep 25: The Power of Accelerating Growth in Your Business with Omar Soliman
How to scale and grow your business, build a successful franchise and gain valuable entrepreneurship insights.
March 19, 2024
Ep 24: Part Two: Navigating Key Stages in Scaling Your Business for Growth with Dave Sutton
Learn how to strategically manage your business funding, balance sheet, and growth strategies.
March 5, 2024
Ep 24: Part One: Managing Successful Exits from Your Business with Dave Sutton
The entrepreneurial mindset and planning your exit.
Feb. 20, 2024
Ep 23: Thinking Through Your Exit Early with Entrepreneur and Coach Catherine Cates
Insight from hands-on experiences in the world of business and entrepreneurship.
Feb. 6, 2024
Ep 22: Building Next Gen Leadership at an Admired Atlanta Brand with Mark Beal
Successful business building that lasts generations.
Jan. 23, 2024
Ep 21: Lessons from a Rockstar Drummer: The Mindset for Success with Sandy Gennaro
Gain valuable lessons in positive energy, team management, and recognizing achievements for personal and professional growth.
Jan. 9, 2024
Ep 20: Elder Care: Executing on First Mover Advantage with Paige Wilson
Learn how to seize opportunities, overcome challenges, and achieve success.
Dec. 19, 2023
Ep 19: Profit with Purpose for Impact: Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship with Kashi Sehgal
Learn how to navigate the delicate balance between profit, purpose, and impact in business with Kashi Sehgal.
Dec. 5, 2023
Ep 18: “Lightning in a Bottle”: Turning a Proven Product into a Scalable Business with Jesslyn Rollins
Learn how to transform a strong product into a thriving business from scratch.
Nov. 21, 2023
Ep 17: Building and Scaling a Business Around Coaching with Donovan Panone
A transformative journey from CEO to coach, unraveling the dynamics of entrepreneurship, personal fulfillment, and purpose.
Nov. 7, 2023
Ep 16: From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Building a Diversified Culinary Brand with Vera Stewart
An extraordinary journey from teaching to establishing a culinary empire.
Oct. 24, 2023
Ep 15: Discovering How to Do Your Side Hustle the Right Way with with Sander Biehn
Learn how to turn your side hustle into a thriving business with Sander Biehn, CEO of Ready For Social.
Oct. 10, 2023
Ep 14: Going Beyond Your Comfort Zone to Drive New Growth with Bonneau Ansley
Discover the keys to scaling for growth with Bonneau Ansley.
Sept. 12, 2023
Ep 13: Fast Growth, Shark Tank, and the Power of Family Grit with Lou Childs
What it takes to turn a simple idea into a thriving business.
Aug. 22, 2023
Ep 12: The Art of Resiliency with Chuck Wolf
Doing business during disruption—and beyond.
Aug. 8, 2023
Ep 11: Reinventing an Iconic Brand with Stephanie Stuckey
Learn secrets to success in rebuilding a brand, fostering emotional connections, and turning scarcity into innovation.