Unlocking Leadership Success: A Conversation with Randy About Coaching and Building Effective Teams In this episode, Randy joins the show to discuss his extensive experience in leadership and team development. After a 25-year career in corporate America, including senior executive roles and co-owning a national executive search firm, Randy transitioned…
In this episode, Cannon Carr interviews M-Cultivo CEO David Paparelli about his entrepreneurial journey, focusing on the founding and growth of his coffee business. From his early inclination toward entrepreneurship, through various mentorships, to his unique approach to starting and scaling his company, David shares valuable insights. He explains how…
💡 Episode Summary What if 5% of your employees are creating 95% of your problems? This week, Cannon and Claudia sit down with Todd Stanton, founder of Stanton Law and author of The 95% Rule: 29 Employment Law Axioms for Owners, Execs, and HR. While the title suggests employment law,…
In this episode, Cannon and Claudia sit down with Justin Roethingshofer, founder of Own It Coaching, to explore how health can be a significant competitive advantage for business owners. Justin shares his personal and professional journey, from striving to be an NHL player to becoming a high-performance health consultant. Learn…
The Power of the Inside Innovator: Why Intrapreneurs Are the Key to Corporate Growth with Louis Gump Inside every great company is an innovator quietly reshaping the future. In this edition of Business Owner Tales from the Trenches, author and strategist Louis Gump joins Cannon Carr to spotlight the often-overlooked…
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 Wonder Tales from the Trenches, EP Wealth CEO Cannon Carr unpacks the art of scaling with intention. Cannon shares the real-life challenges of growing a boutique…
Changing careers can be a scary and often necessary move as your needs, interests, goals, and skills transform over time. In this episode, you’re going to hear about how you can succeed as an entrepreneur in your SECOND career. You will also hear about how to differentiate yourself from other…
Entrepreneurs can learn a lot from leaders who’ve run public companies and large divisions of private companies. Do you know how to lead a team through high growth, high uncertainty and periods of high change? In this episode featuring Chris Walters, CEO of Pluralsight, you will learn how to handle…
If you’ve been in the corporate world and are looking to become an entrepreneur, today’s episode will give you a solid look at what to expect in those first few years. Leslie Danford, founder and CEO of Vitaminis, joins the show to talk about her transition from corporate to starting…
Today we have the opportunity to hear from someone who has founded and run a business for over 35 years. Tom Quinn, founder of CornerCap, joins us to share his journey from where he started in the industry and what brought him to founding a successful firm. Listen in to…
Today we sit down with Scott Regan, Founder of LeadWorks, LLC, to hear about his experience and what he wishes he knew when starting his entrepreneurial journey. Scott reflects on how he would have set up his business differently if armed with the knowledge he has now, lessons that are…
In this inspiring episode, discover how Melissa Bunnen Jernigan, co-founder of the iconic Atlanta brand Piece of Cake, turned $500 into a million-dollar business over 10 years. Success isn't just about having a detailed plan or prior business knowledge; it's about defining your own path and staying true to your…
In today's competitive digital landscape, establishing trust and connection with your audience is key, and video has become a vital tool for sharing your brand story effectively. In this episode, we are joined by Chris Jones and Willie Johnson, founders of Drone Jones Media and Triple M Productions, as they…
Today we are looking into the secrets behind building a successful franchise empire with Omar Soliman, Co-Founder of College Hunks Hauling Junk and CEO of Trash Butler. Whether you're eyeing national expansion or aiming to scale your local business, Omar shares invaluable economic and strategic insights, serving up a playbook…
Joining us for part 2 of our conversation is serial entrepreneur and author Dave Sutton. Today, we're diving deep into the intricacies of funding your business as it grows and leveraging your balance sheet effectively. Dave shares insights on navigating the inflection points that businesses encounter during their growth journey,…
At the forefront of marketing services and strategies, you’ll find serial entrepreneur and author Dave Sutton. Dave joins the show today to share insight from his wealth of experience in founding, growing, and selling companies. He has so much to share that we split this conversation into two episodes! In…
The entrepreneurial journey is often filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, and everything in between, and our guest today has seen that firsthand. Having moved from a corporate career to become an entrepreneur—and then a coach for entrepreneurs—Catherine Cates joins the show today to share insight from her…
Mark Beal joins us on the show today as the new owner of the beloved brand, Instead of Flowers. Today, you’ll hear about why he and his investor group bought the brand, what they’ve done in his two years there so far, and their plans for growth in what is…
Step into the rhythm of success with Sandy Gennaro, a rock and roll drummer turned motivational speaker, as he shares the unconventional beats of his entrepreneurial journey. Discover the secrets behind his strategic approach to saying 'yes' at the right time and how this mindset shapes his personal and professional…
Hear about the secrets to sustaining a first mover advantage with Paige Wilson, a former finance executive turned entrepreneur. Paige shares the journey of creating Naborforce, a groundbreaking business addressing the void in caregiver support. In this episode, she shares the mindset that fueled her entrepreneurial path and the challenges…
How does a business leader successfully navigate the intricate dance between profit, purpose, and impact? In today's episode, we're talking with Kashi Sehgal, a mission-driven entrepreneur. As she shares her story, you'll hear about the fascinating intersection where profitability meets purpose, offering lessons on blending business acumen with a commitment…
In the journey of entrepreneurship, creating a thriving business from an existing product requires a unique set of skills and a keen understanding of market needs. In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of Jesslyn Rollins, the CEO of BIOLYTE®, a family-owned business that originated from her father's…
Today Donovan Panone joins the show to share his story of answering the call as a coach while leveraging entrepreneurial skills to build something impactful. Donovan shares his background, specifically what it was like navigating through multiple startups and culminating in his role as the CEO of a digital marketing…
Join us for an inspiring journey with Vera Stewart, a remarkable entrepreneur who embarked on a diverse culinary career after starting as a teacher. Vera's story is one of tenacity, creativity, and thinking outside the box. In this episode, you'll learn how she transitioned from teaching to establishing a culinary…