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Home Sweet Home San Antonio is a LIVE long-format interview presented by Kristina and produced by Gabriel every 2nd Thursday of each month. We invite guests from different industries and backgrounds, but what they all have in common is their love and appreciation of our City. Join us at 7:30 every 2nd Thursday and learn about our vibrant city through the eyes of its movers and shakers. Home Sweet Home San Antonio isn't just another San Antonio podcast; it's an all-access pass to everything t ...
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Insights from Jason Glast San Antonio's top Luxury Realtor
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Home Sweet Home San Antonio! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of luxury real estate with Jason Glast, one of San Antonio’s top REALTORS® and founder of the Jason Glast Group. Jason shares his insider knowledge of San Antonio’s high-end real estate market, including top neighborhoods like The …
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Styled to Perfection: Conversations with Clothier Heather Renn at Adam Ross
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Send us a text Step into the world of luxury fashion and bespoke tailoring with Heather Renn, a fashion designer, and clothier at Adam Ross Custom Designs. In this Podcast episode, Heather shares her journey from passion to profession, offering valuable insights into fashion design, Professional Women's Wear, professional dressing tips, and the vib…
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From Starting A Creative Agency At 22 To Leading The Most Awarded In San Antonio - Meet Sara Helmy
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Send us a text Step into the dynamic world of marketing and creativity with Sara Helmy, the Founder & CEO of Tribu Creative. In this episode, Sara shares her inspiring journey, from starting Tribu at 22 to becoming a recognized leader in the industry. Join us as we explore the evolution of digital marketing, the secrets behind building tribes for b…
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From Realtor To Top Business Coach: How One Mom is Dominating San Antonio's Coaching Scene
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Send us a text Dive into the world of entrepreneurial success with our featured guest, Heather Boehme, a Certified Business Coach with a remarkable journey from corporate leadership to real estate and now transforming businesses through coaching. In this episode, Heather shares her insights on overcoming challenges, tips for SMBs in San Antonio, an…
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Cracking The Code To Luxury Real Estate: Insider Tips From Diana Clary In San Antonio
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Send us a text Step into the world of San Antonio real estate with our dynamic host, Kristina Zachary, as she sits down with the seasoned REALTOR® and Sales Manager at Phyllis Browning one of San Antonio's top luxury brokerages, Mrs. Diana Clary. In this episode, Diana shares her journey from a marketing career to becoming a real estate powerhouse,…
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Exclusive Chat With Emzy King: San Antonio Tour Guide And Barwalk Owner
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Send us a text In this special episode of Home Sweet Home San Antonio, we raise our glasses to the vibrant tapestry of San Antonio's tourism scene, guided by none other than Mr. Emzy King, a true native son and a passionate advocate for this incredible city. Emzy King, a UTSA graduate in Political Science, took an unexpected journey from the classr…
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Learn about the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce with Joseph Kampa
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Send us a text Tune in to the second episode of Home Sweet Home San Antonio, where we embark on a delightful adventure with Joseph Kampa, and let the magic of San Antonio unfold before your ears! Home Sweet Home San Antonio isn't just another podcast; it's your all-access pass to the people that makes San Antonio truly special. We cover topics from…
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Cali To Sa: Meet The Interior Designer Taking Texas By Storm!
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Send us a text In this debut episode, our host, Kristina, sits down with the visionary founder of ZB Home Company, Zavier Branch, as we embark on a journey through the mesmerizing realm of interior design and beyond. In this episode, we'll dive into the art of interior design and learn how Zavier's talents combine creativity with functionality, res…
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Sustainable Concrete Foundation Systems for Wind and Solar Industries
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Douglas(Doug) Krause is the President of RUTE Foundation Systems, LLC, an industry-leading construction firm producing efficient, sustainable structural foundations for wind and solar industries. RUTE designs its modular concrete prefabricated structures to minimize the cost of clean energy and reduce CO2 for wind farms and cattle ranches. A constr…
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Enhancing Construction Management Through Communication and Data Sharing
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Alejandro Gomez Rivera is the Co-founder of binni, a construction technology startup focused on simplifying concrete and tunnel construction workflows through technology. With 15 years of experience delivering complex hydraulic transportation and energy infrastructure projects in North and Latin America, he is passionate about civil infrastructure.…
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Strengthening Trust in Construction Through Relationships
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Alex Iannessa is the Founder and CEO of EnRoads Paving LLC, a full-service commercial paving company founded to simplify site construction needs. Serving the Chicagoland area and national verticals, EnRoads specializes in a diverse range of services, including due diligence, parking lot maintenance, asphalt and concrete paving, and asset acquisitio…
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Building Communities Faster With 3D Printing
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Don Ajamian is the CEO of Emergent 3D, a California construction company providing affordable workforce housing solutions with 3D printing technology. With 38 years of experience as a licensed general contractor, Don transitioned to the 3D construction printing industry following the 2018 Carr Fire in Northern California. His objective is to captiv…
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How To Overcome Growing Pains and Build a Thriving Concrete Business
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Karen Keyes is the President and Owner of The Art of Concrete LLC, a Denver concrete company renowned for its expertise in exterior decorative concrete. Karen has deeply entrenched roots in concrete, from learning the creative side of the industry at her family’s business to holding leadership roles across industry verticals, including business dev…
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Revolutionizing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
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Nick Dedmon is the Founder of ElectroLink Chargers, a California-based EV car charging solution with advanced software and hardware management. A seasoned construction industry professional, Nick's expertise has been instrumental in revolutionizing the field for over a decade. Before ElectroLink Chargers, he worked as a commercial contractor specia…
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Concrete Meets Compassion in the Fight Against Cancer
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Mike Murray is the President of Mike Murray Concrete Solutions and the Marketing Director of Concrete Cares, a nonprofit helping families and children facing the challenges of cancer through donations and sponsorship. Having spent more than 25 years in the industry, Mike, a seasoned veteran, sold his construction company in 2012 and started Concret…
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The Implications of Concrete 3D Printing on Earth and in Space
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Sven Bilén is the Professor of Engineering Design, Electrical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering at Penn State University. He has over three decades of experience designing, building and fielding innovative systems for harsh and demanding environments. Sven has used his unique skill set to build satellites and their systems, wireless sensor net…
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Don’t Miss the Opportunity To Work on Your Business
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James Baty is the Executive Director at the Concrete Foundations Association, providing promotional materials, educational seminars, networking opportunities, and technical and informative meetings for members. As a technical specialist with over three decades in the industry, James has managed, taught, and certified concrete contractors, fulfillin…
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How To Convey Expectation Across Departments
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Jerry Green is the Founder, CEO, and President of Prestige Concrete, a full-service concrete and masonry contracting, restoration, and repair company known for its decorative concrete flatwork and hardscape. Jerry is an experienced estimator, project manager, and sales representative who has contributed to intimate and popular projects, including S…
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How GPR is Transforming the Construction and Engineering Industry
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Daniel Bigman is the President and CEO of Bigman Geophysical, a consulting firm offering specialty training and support solutions to engineers, contractors, and government agencies responsible for scanning and testing concrete infrastructure. Daniel is also the Founder of LearnGPR.com, which provides ground-penetrating radar (GPR) training to envir…
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How To Cultivate a Transparent Company Culture
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Dave Epp is the President of Epp Foundation Repair, a family-owned construction company specializing in residential and commercial concrete leveling, foundation repair, foundation settlement, and waterproofing. As a second-generation contractor, Dave is passionate about empowering his employees to succeed in the construction industry. His 30 years …
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Taking Ownership of Your Businesses Reputation
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Nick Small is the Founder and CEO of U.S. Pave, a paving company specializing in commercial parking lot maintenance. Since 2013, Nick has committed himself to improving the industry through exceptional service and attention to detail. Before becoming a business owner, he gained valuable experience working for his family’s painting company. Nick als…
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The Future of Precast Concrete With Jim Schneider
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Jim Schneider is the Executive Director of the PCI Mountain States, a construction trade association coordinating and providing a network of organizations and educational resources to help create, improve, and grow the precast/prestressed concrete industry. In his role, Jim oversees product marketing activities, manages the operating budget, and fo…
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Providing White-Glove Service Without Compromising Quality
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Shawn Davis is the Founder and CEO of Davis & Co. Custom Builders, a family-owned and operated full-service construction and remodeling company providing service to the greater Nashville, TN areas. Shawn’s experience includes facets of marketing, management, project planning, and strategic partnerships. Under his leadership, yearly revenue has more…
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Kaushal Parikh is the Founder and CEO of Impact Floors India Pvt. Ltd. He founded the company in 2008, gathering a team of experts to design and build concrete floors for warehouses, retail, manufacturing, and commercial spaces for globally established companies. Kaushal specializes in ACI concrete flatwork and concrete floor and pavement design. H…
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The Benefits of Subcontractor Associations
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Ike Casey is the Executive Director of the American Subcontractors Association of Metro Washington (ASAMW). This organization focuses exclusively on business issues affecting all subcontractors and specialty trade contractors — both union and non-union firms — from nearly every trade specialty. Ike has over 20 years of leadership experience, spearh…
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Why Every Contractor Needs To Invest in Technology
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Phillip Ogilby is a contractor-turned-serial entrepreneur. He’s the Co-founder and CEO of STACK Construction Technologies, an all-in-one cloud-based construction takeoff and estimating software. In 1984, Phillip started his first construction contracting company. After witnessing the challenges of managing people, equipment, materials, and an ever-…
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Finding the Right Protective Treatments for Your Project
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Nick Savage is a Business Unit Leader for the Concrete Flooring Group at PROSOCO, a company that provides specialty construction chemicals to make buildings look better and last longer. Nick has been with PROSOCO for over 12 years, starting as a Concrete Products Groups Specialist and working his way up. He previously worked in sales and account ma…
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Historic Renovations: Preserving the Stories of Extraordinary Buildings
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Sarah McInerney is a Senior Project Manager at Walter Parks Architects, a company dedicated to creating buildings that support the continued growth of cities. Sarah has been with the company since 2003, combining her passion for historic buildings with extensive federal and state historic tax credit experience. Her design work honors and responds t…
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Levi Smiley is the Product Marketing Manager for Blastrac and Diamatic brands at Husqvarna Construction Products. Previously, he was also an Equipment Application Specialist, Training Instructor, and Diamond Tooling Manager at Blastrac-Diamatic. Levi has almost 25 years of experience in the surface preparation industry and has a background in manuf…
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Adi Klevit is the Founder and CEO of Business Success Consulting Group, an organization that provides businesses with the infrastructure, processes, and systems they need to thrive. Adi and her team help companies scale up, transfer knowledge, and prepare for succession. She has over 25 years of experience as a trained industrial engineer, manageme…
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Nick Savage is a Business Unit Leader for the Concrete Flooring Group at PROSOCO, a company that provides specialty construction chemicals to make buildings look better and last longer. Nick has been with PROSOCO for over 12 years, starting as a Concrete Products Groups Specialist and working his way up. He previously worked in sales and account ma…
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Top Tips for Using Video as an Educational Sales Tool
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Lindsey Schmidt is a Video Sales and Marketing Consultant at IMPACT, an inbound marketing agency that helps businesses drive more sales. As a marketing professional, Lindsey prides herself on delivering clear, fair, and effective strategy recommendations. Before joining IMPACT, Lindsey was a Senior Marketing Manager at Next Level Digital Media and …
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Jeff Bonkiewicz is the VP of Sales at Polished Concrete Consultants. He’s a seasoned sales professional, marketer, and strategist with a knack for increasing sales revenue. Jeff has worn many hats throughout his career, including web coder, sales pro, copywriter, managing editor, technical writer, videographer, producer, director, and marketing man…
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Strategic Guidelines for Working Effectively With Concrete Mix Designs
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Bob Harris is the Owner of the Decorative Concrete Institute (DCI), an industry leader in decorative concrete installation, consulting, education, and training. He’s also the Partner and Senior Director of Decorative Concrete Consulting for the SSI Team. Bob has been a speaker and presenter at various concrete industry events and has conducted trai…
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The Best Compensation Strategies for Creating Efficient, Engaged Teams
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Michael Fortinberry is the Co-founder and COO at Protiv, a company that helps link compensation to productivity. Protiv has proven that it’s possible to increase employee wages without increasing labor costs. After two years of testing that spanned nearly 8,000 projects, Protiv entered the market and powered the evolution of hourly compensation. Mi…
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Everything You Need to Know About Surface Preparation
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Josh Jones is the President of Substrate Technology, a company that offers high-quality surface preparation and polishing equipment and supplies. Josh is also the Managing Director of IMPACTS Americas, Substrate’s division that sells shot blasting equipment and other surface prep tools. He has nearly 30 years of surface prep and polishing experienc…
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The Benefits of Equipment Tracking Systems
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Jesse Long is the Director of Finishing Group and Fleet at Procon, a commercial and industrial concrete contractor that provides high-quality, turnkey construction services. Jesse has been with the company for over 18 years, previously serving as a General Superintendent. He has received numerous certifications from Somero Enterprises, NRMCA, and t…
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Austin Windham is a Coatings Consultant at Tnemec Company, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance architectural and industrial coatings. From water tanks and treatment plants to manufacturing plants, industrial facilities, and specialty architectural buildings, Tnemec coatings can protect nearly all types of structures and buildings. Aust…
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Financial Management Tips for Greater Profits
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Ashley Ingle is the Chief Executive Officer at Profit Matters, a company specializing in accounting and bookkeeping services. Using the powerful combination of skilled professionals and automated software tools, Profit Matters is on a mission to make a high-performing accounting department available to every business. Ashley is also a Partner at I …
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Digging Deeper Into Diamond Tooling: Prep and Removal Tools
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Clif Rawlings is the Technical Director at SASE Company, a contractor’s one-stop-shop for concrete polishing and preparation equipment. Clif is active in the ACI 310-0J committee for decorative concrete and the CPC technical committee. He also conducts the SASE University training seminars across the US and Canada. Clif has been in the concrete pol…
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Navigating the Evolving Concrete Industry
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Matt Poppoff is the President of Poppoff Inc., a premier concrete contractor in the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 1977, Poppoff Inc. has served clients in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and beyond, specializing in concrete flatwork and pumping, tilt-up construction, design, and consultation. As an expert in the concrete industry, Matt’s work has been p…
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Clif Rawlings is the Technical Director at SASE Company, a contractor’s one-stop-shop for concrete polishing and preparation equipment. Clif is currently active in the ACI 310-0J committee for decorative concrete as well as the CPC technical committee. He also conducts the SASE University training seminars across the US and Canada. Clif has been in…
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An Expert’s Guide to Concrete Slab Stabilization
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Mike Tuccelli is the Southeast Regional Director for Metzger/McGuire, a company that has led the development of concrete floor joint protection systems for more than 45 years. In his role, Mike’s primary responsibilities include educating and training contractors and facility maintenance professionals on proper joint filling and repair methods, tro…
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Chad Gill is the Founder and CEO of Concreate, a custom concrete flooring company that delivers polishing, staining, and more for both commercial and residential projects. The team at Concreate helps designers, architects, tradesmen, business owners, and homeowners transform plain concrete surfaces into clean, distinctive, and enduring masterpieces…
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How to Form Financial Relationships for Business Growth
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Billy Harper is the Senior Vice President and Regional Market Executive for Touchstone Bank. Previously, Billy was the Vice President of Middle Market Commercial Banking at SunTrust Bank, where he worked with company revenues ranging from $20 million to $250 million. He’s also held roles at BB&T Capital Markets, Trinity Capital, and Stern’s Printin…
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Ryan Henry is an entrepreneur, speaker, and Certified EOS Implementer with EOS Worldwide. As a Certified EOS Implementer, Ryan helps develop high-performance leadership teams for growth-oriented businesses. Before joining EOS, Ryan was the Owner of Kincaid Henry, a construction management and real estate development firm as well as a Sergeant in th…
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Marcus Sheridan is a highly sought-after global speaker and consultant in the digital sales and marketing industries. Offering his services through Marcus Sheridan International, he has been named a “Web Marketing Guru” by The New York Times and was listed in Forbes as one of 20 “Speakers You Don’t Want to Miss.” In addition to his work as a keynot…
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Crafting a Non-Traditional Compensation Plan
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Verne Harnish is the Founder and CEO of Scaling Up, a global executive education and coaching company with over 180 partners on six continents. Verne chairs the annual ScaleUp Summits and serves on several boards, including Chair of The Riordan Clinic, Co-founder and Chair of Geoversity, and Board Member of the Million Dollar Women community. Verne…
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Roman Polnar is the Founder and Managing Partner at Pillar6 Advisors LLC, a financial planning and wealth advisory firm focused on serving successful individuals and families with active lifestyles. Pillar6’s approach to goal setting, money coaching, and planning integrates the five pillars of personal finance, helping clients achieve success. Roma…
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The Truth Behind Floor Joint Protection and Repair
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Scott Metzger is the Owner of Metzger/McGuire, a company that provides industrial floor joint protection and repair products. Since its beginning, Metzger/McGuire has expanded to include customized training, floor repair guides, and professional consulting services. Metzger/McGuire has been leading the way in the development of concrete floor joint…
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