Best Scott Hollrah Podcasts (2024)

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#45: Jeff Francis, Founder | ENO8 1:25:07

2d ago1:25:07

1:25:07

Get ready to dive into the entrepreneurial path of ENO8's founder, Jeff Francis. Join us as Jeff takes us from his roots in small-town Farmersville, Texas, to his emergence as a visionary tech entrepreneur. During our conversation, Jeff opens up about the transformative experiences that molded his technology career and the hurdles he's conquered. H…

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#44: Matt Wensing, Founder & CEO | Summit 1:32:54

9d ago1:32:54

1:32:54

In this episode, we welcome Matt Wensing, founder and CEO of Summit, an innovative low-code/no-code automation platform. Matt shares his journey into the world of B2B tech services. From a young age, Matt has always been curious about his future career path. Initially pursuing political science in college, he soon discovered his true passion was in…

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#43: Seth Frey, Founder & President | Big Frey Branded Goods & Swag Kits 1:08:55

21d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Starting a business is a collaborative effort, as Seth Frey, founder and president of Big Frey, discovered while navigating partnerships and industry changes in promotional products. Seth's entrepreneurial journey began with family inspiration. Post-college, he and his brother established Granny's Goodies, offering exam survival kits to students. B…

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#42: Reagan and Elle Pugh 1:29:45

1M ago1:29:45

1:29:45

In this episode, we feature our first-ever husband and wife duo—Reagan and Elle Pugh—each with their own thriving entrepreneurial ventures. Together, they share the personal and professional experiences that not only brought them together but also fuel their mutual support in business. We explore key topics like the value of mentorship, navigating …

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Toolbox Series: Chris Hamilton on Employee Health Benefits 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Navigating employee benefits can be a major hurdle for business owners. Selecting insurance plans—from health to dental to vision—can be daunting, with decisions affecting team members and their families. In this episode, we welcome Chris Hamilton of Hotchkiss Insurance. He shares valuable insights on choosing practical, cost-effective benefit plan…

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#41: Steffie Tomson, Founder & CEO of Getaway Sticks 1:20:20

2M ago1:20:20

1:20:20

In this episode, we welcome Steffie Tomson, the innovative mind behind Getaway Sticks. Hailing from Houston, Texas, Steffie's journey from a cognitive neuroscience researcher to footwear entrepreneur is as unique as her product line. Steffie shares her mission to revolutionize women's shoes by marrying style with comfort. She recounts the hurdles s…

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#40: Rick Girard, Founder & CEO of Intertru 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Gut feelings in hiring decisions are a common but flawed approach. Rick Girard's experience in recruitment revealed that many companies often lean on personal biases when selecting or rejecting candidates. This insight led him to create Intertru, a platform leveraging generative AI to promote more objective hiring practices. Rick's story demonstrat…

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4 Founders Have a Chat - In The Thick of It Podcast (LIVE Stream) 1:00:03

2M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Recently we celebrated 1 year of In The Thick of It podcast with a live-streamed episode featuring past guests, including: 👤 Justin Smith, Founder of Ebenezer Consulting 👤 Roy Keely, Founder of FirmStudio 👤 Taylor Brooks, Founder of Simple We hope you enjoy our banter and discussion around business, leadership, and professional development. It was …

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Anniversary Throwback - #22: Jonathan Lusk, BirdDog 1:19:09

3M ago1:19:09

1:19:09

As we near one year since starting In The Thick of It, we're working on a celebratory episode. In the meantime, we'd love for you to catch up on some founder stories you may have missed. In this episode, we learn from Jonathan Lusk, an entrepreneur who grew up in a small town in Texas before going on to attend Texas A&M and build a career in wealth…

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Anniversary Throwback - #17: Taylor Brooks, Simple Donation 1:44:14

3M ago1:44:14

1:44:14

As we near one year since starting In The Thick of It, we're working on a celebratory episode. In the meantime, we'd love for you to catch up on some founder stories you may have missed. In this episode of In the Thick of It, host Scott interviews Taylor Brooks, founder and CEO of Simple Donation. Taylor shares his journey from growing up in Atlant…

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Anniversary Throwback - #6: Clayton Flurry, Flurry's Market 1:40:05

3M ago1:40:05

1:40:05

As we near one year since starting In The Thick of It, we're working on a celebratory episode. In the meantime, we'd love for you to catch up on some founder stories you may have missed. Clayton Flurry is the Founder of Flurry’s Market + Provisions, a beloved local butcher shop and grocery store in Flower Mound, Texas. After spending nearly two dec…

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Anniversary Throwback - #1: Chelsea Curtis, Seaport Consulting 40:09

4M ago40:09

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As we near one year since starting In The Thick of It, we're working on a celebratory episode. In the meantime, we'd love for you to catch up on some founder stories you may have missed. Last year, we kicked off the podcast with our first guest: Chelsea Curtis, Founder & Managing Partner of Seaport Consulting, a successful Salesforce consulting fir…

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#39: Robert (Bob) Bowdon, Founder & CEO | VerityPay and Verity Advisors 1:26:08

4M ago1:26:08

1:26:08

Entrepreneurial journeys often take unexpected turns, sometimes leading to extraordinary success. In this episode, we explore Robert (Bob) Bowden's transition from landman to thriving business owner. Bob shares his experience founding two distinct companies: Verity Advisors, which assists in unclaimed property recovery, and VerityPay, offering text…

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#38: Joni Girardi, Founder & CEO | DataSelf 1:37:46

4M ago1:37:46

1:37:46

This episode features Joni Girardi, founder and CEO of DataSelf, a business helping mid-sized organizations use data and analytics to gain a competitive edge. Joni's fascination with technology began in his youth, sparked by learning about the unidirectional flow of electrons in diodes. Initially pursuing electrical engineering, he later switched t…

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Toolbox Series: Candace Sandifer on Estate Planning for Business Owners 1:03:46

4M ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Estate planning may not be the first thing on your mind when launching a business, but it's a crucial step that shouldn't be overlooked. In this episode, we dive into the world of asset protection with estate planning attorney, Candace Sandifer. She outlines key measures entrepreneurs should implement to safeguard their business interests. Candace …

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#37: Kasey Sisson, Founder | Kasey S Consulting 1:24:58

4M ago1:24:58

1:24:58

In this episode of "In The Thick of It," Kasey Sisson discusses her journey from recent graduate to successful entrepreneur. After completing her Masters in Organizational Communication in 2019, Kasey leveraged her creative abilities and passion for teaching to establish her own marketing agency, Kasey S Consulting. Kasey shares both the highs and …

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Toolbox Series: Yobany Mayen on Banking Partnerships 1:03:11

5M ago1:03:11

1:03:11

In this In The Thick of It Toolbox episode, Yobany Mayen, Senior Vice President at Encore Bank, talks about the importance of entrepreneurs and businesses having a solid banking relationship. Scott and Yobany discuss the impact of interest rates, the role of personal guarantees, cash management, fraud prevention, and lending processes for small to …

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Toolbox Series: Laura Neathery on Marketing & Branding 53:10

5M ago53:10

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Unlock the power of strategic marketing for your startup or small business. In this insightful episode, Laura Neathery, founder of LJ Consulting & Marketing, shares her expertise on the invaluable role of partnering with a marketing agency. Discover the ideal timing to engage an agency and the key qualities to prioritize for a successful collaborat…

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#36: Sam Bluntzer, Owner | Blue Ribbon Rain Gutter 1:38:49

5M ago1:38:49

1:38:49

On this episode of In The Thick of It, Scott sits down with Sam Bluntzer, owner of Blue Ribbon Rain Gutter in Fort Worth, Texas. Sam shares his unique path to entrepreneurship, from growing up in the small town of New Braunfels, Texas to becoming a Marine Corps fighter pilot and eventually taking over a gutter business just two weeks before the COV…

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#28: The Good, The Bad, and The AI 32:08

5M ago32:08

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Days after we discussed Google's new AI Overview (SGE) feature, there's been news that it can provide false and misleading information. Some examples we've seen of these hallucinations are pretty wild, such as recommending how many rocks a person should eat per day or how to help cheese stick to pizza using non-toxic glue. Now that you've lost your…

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Bonus Episode: Happy Memorial Day with Scott Hollrah 2:40

5M ago2:40

2:40

This week, we're taking a pause to celebrate Memorial Day and honor those who have served. Many people often think of Memorial Day as the start of summer, but I encourage everyone to take a moment to remember those who've sacrificed themselves for our freedom in the United States. While Veterans Day honors both living and deceased veterans, Memoria…

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#27: Marketing's not dead, it's different with Jacob Schmeichel 48:36

5M ago48:36

48:36

The way you reach your perspective buyers is changing because of AI. People are searching for what they need differently, and search engines like Google have already shaken up the SEO game with its new Search Generative Experience (SGE) concept. A recent study from Search Engine Land found that a number one ranked SERP could see a 20% drop in traff…

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#35: Randy Steinle, Co-Founder & CEO | Cyber Trust Alliance, Inc. 1:29:54

6M ago1:29:54

1:29:54

In this episode of “In The Thick of It,” Scott welcomes Randy Steinle, CEO and co-founder of Cybertrust Alliance based in Austin, Texas. Randy shares his journey from growing up in New Jersey to studying business and economics at Wheaton College in Chicago, and how his early career experiences in sales and leadership roles at various technology com…

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#26: OpenAI Takes on Google with New ChatGPT Features 41:12

6M ago41:12

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OpenAI made some pretty big waves this week after announcing the launch of its app with the latest ChatGPT updates—now offering interactive voice/text/video features. In this episode of The Junction, Mel and Chase break down how OpenAI's product release will democratize access to powerful AI tools while gathering valuable training data. It's clear …

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#34: Ray Blakney, Founder & CEO | Rayvensoft Ventures 1:40:46

6M ago1:40:46

1:40:46

In this episode of “In The Thick of It,” we're joined by Ray Blakney, a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Rayvensoft Ventures, a holding company for multiple successful online businesses. Ray recounts his diverse upbringing, from his birth in the Philippines to his childhood in Turkey and eventual move to the United States. He shares his experi…

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#33: Ahmed Qureshi, Co-Founder, President & COO | BILT 1:38:22

6M ago1:38:22

1:38:22

On this episode of In The Thick of It, Scott meets with Ahmed Qureshi, Co-Founder President & COO of BILT, a revolutionary app utilizing 3D technology to deliver interactive and immersive environments to users. BILT's goal is to help companies put their products in the hands of customers through a digital format. Ahmed shares life before launching …

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#25: Stripe Sessions, AI-Based Payments, and a GPT-2 Comeback? 46:08

6M ago46:08

46:08

We're geeking out on this episode after an exciting week at Stripe Sessions 2024 🤩 Mel and Chase share a recap of their experience during Stripe's annual conference last week. There was a lot of discussion around payment innovations, fraud protection, AI for customer personalization, and cryptocurrency 💳💰 A big highlight of the week was getting to …

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#32: George Baker, Operating Partner | Rujo Boots 1:11:12

6M ago1:11:12

1:11:12

This episode of In The Thick of It features George Baker, Operating Partner at RUJO Boots. George has an extensive career that all started with helping people find the perfect parking spot. After years of using traditional management methods, George founded ParkHub to optimize parking operations with innovative technology and subscription-based mod…

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#31: Marcus Jeffrey, Co-Founder & VP | Expansion, FreeFuse 1:35:09

7M ago1:35:09

1:35:09

On this episode of In The Thick of It, we're joined by Marcus Jeffrey, co-founder of FreeFuse, an interactive video platform focused on creating immersive content experiences online. Marcus shares stories of his upbringing and recounts early ventures into his entrepreneurial journey, including starting a catering business and a vending management c…

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#24: Artificial Intelligence in Business: Understanding AI, AGI, and Future Trends 40:17

7M ago40:17

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This episode of “The Junction” hits a little closer to home than any of us white collar paper pushers would care to ponder. Going back and forth between optimism and skepticism, Mel and Chase reflect on AI’s growing capabilities, the fear mongering in the tech journalism space and real life cases where AI is encroaching on jobs. What’s covered in t…

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#30: Roy Keely, Founder | Firm Studio 1:23:30

7M ago1:23:30

1:23:30

Today’s episode features Roy Keeley, founder of Firm Studio. Roy is a life-long entrepreneur who started his career selling baseball cards as a kid. Not much has changed since then, only now he’s selling technology and helping businesses bring products to life. Roy shares stories about his upbringing and life post-college, taking a job in circuit b…

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#23: AI Scams & How to Protect Yourself 35:37

7M ago35:37

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Unfortunately, as AI becomes more accessible, it provides a new avenue for scammers to target people in ways we've never seen before. In this episode of The Junction, Mel and Chase dive into the vulnerabilities associated with voice and image cloning, and how hackers can exploit these techniques. You've likely heard of these scams before. A random …

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Toolbox Series: Adam Curran on Commercial Real Estate 1:00:38

7M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

In this bonus episode of In the Thick of It, a longtime friend of Scott’s, Adam Curran, gives his advice on how business owners should go about leasing or buying their first property. Adam Curran, Managing Principal at Holt Lunsford Commercial, shares the importance of working with an experienced broker and the qualifying questions you should be as…

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#22: AI Empowerment: Enhancing Skills, Not Replacing Them 42:55

7M ago42:55

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Are AI tools making us lazy and complacent? In this episode, Mel and Chase touch on the risks of over-reliance on AI assistance. Does our dependence on the technology outweigh the need for subject matter experts? This is a topic that comes up, especially when discussing the potential for job displacement. Additionally, this episode explores: • An u…

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Toolbox Series: Chris Goheen on HR & Payroll Solutions for SMBs 36:20

7M ago36:20

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In this bonus episode of In the Thick of It, Scott is joined by Chris Goheen, President of Workforce Go!, a leading HR and payroll solutions provider. Handling payroll and HR functions in-house can be complex and time-consuming, especially for growing SMBs. Chris covers the common challenges business owners face, such as keeping up with changes in …

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#21: Artificial Intelligence's Speedy Progression: Do we trust it? 42:30

7M ago42:30

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And we're back! We've got a lot of catching up to do—especially in this fast-paced world of AI & automation. In this episode, Mel and Chase tackle the latest news & trends: Sam Altman’s return to OpenAI & his take on AI handling “95% of marketing work” Personal & work use of Claude 3 and other AI chat models Implications of OpenAI's new video gener…

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#29: Scott Hollrah, Founder & CEO | Venn Technology 1:34:52

7M ago1:34:52

1:34:52

On this episode of In The Thick of It, the tables are turned and Scott sits in the hot seat to tell his own founder story. Melissa Bell, Director of Sales and Marketing at Venn Technology, asks Scott all his favorite questions about his own entrepreneurial experiences. He shares memories of life growing up, his college days at Texas A&M, and the jo…

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Toolbox Series: Patrick Tam on Outsourced Accounting 43:14

8M ago43:14

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In this bonus episode of In the Thick of It, outsourced accounting expert Patrick Tam joins Scott to discuss the advantages of third-party financial support for any business. Running the financial and accounting aspects of a business is complex, time consuming, and often outside of the wheelhouse for most entrepreneurs and business owners. That’s w…

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Sage Transform, AI Add-Ons, & Automated Taxes with Scott Hollrah 32:01

8M ago32:01

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Did you miss us? The Junction is back with a bonus episode for now, but stay tuned for Season 2 of the show in the coming weeks! In this episode, Mel is joined by Venn Technology Founder & CEO, Scott Hollrah. Venn is an IT consulting firm that specializes in building integrations between systems, like cloud accounting platform Sage Intacct. A few w…

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#28: Cody Durham, Founder | 10 Gage Ridge Roofing 1:26:01

8M ago1:26:01

1:26:01

In this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott sits down with Cody Durham, founder of 10 Gage Ridge Roofing, a leading roofing company specializing in providing high-quality roofing solutions for residential and commercial properties. Cody shares his unique career journey from running Texas A&M’s Chili Fest in college to owning a Jimmy John's. He spe…

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#27: Jim Taugher, CEO & Creative Director | CI Design Inc. 1:24:20

8M ago1:24:20

1:24:20

With 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, Jim Taugher, founder of CI Design, Inc., offers advice on how to become a great founder in today’s episode. Raised in rural Wisconsin, Jim followed his creative passions for art, music, and design, attending college in Arizona before moving back home to launch CI Design, a branding and design agency, at …

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#26: Rick Elmore, Founder & CEO | Simply Noted 1:14:36

8M ago1:14:36

1:14:36

On this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott interviews Rick Elmore, Founder & CEO of Simply Noted, an automated handwritten notes company. Rick shares his unique journey that shaped his unrelenting drive and competitiveness, from losing his father at a young age to becoming a college football standout. Though he played in the NFL, Rick quickly rea…

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#25: Brian Borichevsky, Founder & CEO | ROK Golf 1:48:56

9M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

Get inside the mind of a scrappy solo founder as we talk with Brian Borichevsky, the CEO and pioneer behind indoor golf entertainment startup ROK Golf. With no prior experience starting his own business but equipped with ample vision, Brian bootstrapped his unique concept from the ground up, tapping into his life savings to open the first high-tech…

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Toolbox Series: Ben Haile on Outsourced Human Resources 49:39

9M ago49:39

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In this bonus episode of In the Thick of It, HR expert Ben Haile joins Scott to explain why many founders turn to third-party experts when their businesses start to scale.They discuss how early-stage companies leverage outsourced HR services to establish infrastructure for talent management while avoiding common pitfalls. Learn when the right timin…

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#24: Andy Morehouse, Founder & CEO | Talewind 1:31:47

9M ago1:31:47

1:31:47

In this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott interviews Andy Morehouse, founder and CEO of Talewind, about his journey in the entrepreneurial trenches. After working for over a decade in his father’s HR tech company, Andy made the decision to strike out on his own. He shares what propelled him to make the leap, early hiring missteps, the angst of l…

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#23: Chris Mathew, Chief Growth Officer | Sniffle 1:37:45

9M ago1:37:45

1:37:45

In this episode of In the Thick of It, Scott has an in-depth conversation with Chris Mathew, Chief Growth Officer of Sniffle, an AI-driven telehealth platform. Chris shares his winding journey to entrepreneurship, from working various jobs in healthcare recruiting and staffing startups to finally finding product-market fit with Sniffle. Chris outli…

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#22: Jonathan Lusk, CEO & Co-Founder | BirdDog 1:19:30

9M ago1:19:30

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In this episode, we learn from Jonathan Lusk, an entrepreneur who grew up in a small town in Texas before going on to attend Texas A&M and build a career in wealth management. Jonathan started out at AT&T and Goldman Sachs, but eventually left to launch his own independent investment firm. More recently, Jonathan co-founded BirdDog, an online marke…

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#21: Dave Rowe, President/Founder | CloudServus 1:35:01

10M ago1:35:01

1:35:01

Dave Rowe is the founder and CEO of CloudServus, an IT consulting company focused on Microsoft technologies. In the podcast, Dave shares his entrepreneurial journey, from playing college football at the University of Oklahoma to working at Dell and various IT consulting companies. A pivotal moment was in 2019 when he partnered with his "cousin-in-l…

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Toolbox Series: Curt Swindoll on EOS - A Framework for Growth 1:12:16

10M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Curt Swindoll is a certified implementer of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a comprehensive framework designed to help leadership teams gain traction. In this episode, Curt explains the EOS system which provides tools to clarify vision, solve problems with accountability, and achieve alignment. Some key EOS concepts covered include lead…

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#20: Peter Matejcek, Founder & CEO | INHouse Video 1:35:47

10M ago1:35:47

1:35:47

Peter Matejcek is the founder and CEO of INHouse Video, a video production company that helps small businesses create affordable video content. In this episode, Peter chronicles his long entrepreneurial journey from fleeing communist Czechoslovakia as a child to building ventures ahead of shifting market demand and consumer understanding. After val…

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