This is a distinct look at Denver bands and venues from the mid 80s, 90s, 2000s to the present. Dollops for Donuts Logo-by Travis J Little
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The Clean Power Hour podcast is speeding the clean energy transition. Tim Montague and John Weaver highlight clean energy innovations shaping the next generation of renewable energy sources. We discuss the latest solar PV, battery storage, wind, water, wave, and other low-carbon technologies. We answer the question: How can we decarbonize the economy? We promote the economic opportunity of electrifying everything - transportation, energy, industry, and the built environment. Let's speed up t ...
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Welcome to the Black Menaces Podcast! Join hosts Nate Byrd and Rachel Weaver as they discuss life, social issues, and general Menace Activity! Offering a perfect mix of wit, personality, and serious discussion of relevant issues, Nate and Rachel are guaranteed to leave you smiling and well-informed. For anyone looking to join the Menace Movement, this is your Podcast! Email your questions and Menace Moments to blackmenacespodcast@gmail.com BMP Theme Music by: Ethan Gifford
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The Digital Agency Show | Helping Agency Owners Transform Their Business Mindset to Increase Prices, Work Less, and Grow Profits
UGURUS Hosted by Brent Weaver
Helping digital agency owners transform their business mindset so they can increase prices, work less, and grow profits. A weekly podcast where host Brent Weaver chats with today's most successful entrepreneurs running digital agency businesses in the web design, web development, and digital marketing industry. Brent also chats with high-profile entrepreneurs and other smart people that can help listeners grow their digital agency. Each interview deep dives into the emotional details of goin ...
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A racing podcast aimed at providing both the racers, and fans perspective. Join host Ryan Williams and co-host Matt Pridgen as they discuss dirt racing in the SouthEast each week.
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E345: Brand, Content, and Chill vs. Hustle time with Rand Fishkin
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Rand is the co-founder and CEO of the audience research software startup Spark Toro, He has dedicated his professional life to helping people do better marketing through his writing, videos, speaking, and his book Lost and Founder.By UGURUS Hosted by Brent Weaver
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Insuring the Solar Revolution: Managing Risks in a Changing Climate with Hunter Johnson | EP214
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Hunter Johnson, Vice President of Alliant Insurance, about the crucial role of insurance in the solar industry and how climate change is impacting the way insurance companies assess and underwrite solar projects. The discussion covers various factors that solar installers, developers,…
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Deep Geothermal and the Energy Transition with Sebastian Heitmann, Extantia | EP213
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Sebastian Heitmann, the co-founder of the venture capital firm Extantia. The discussion covered a wide range of topics related to the energy transition and decarbonization efforts. Sebastian shared his journey from the early days of investing in clean tech 1.0, which primarily fo…
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E344: Overcoming Operational Challenges in Digital Agencies with Alane Boyd
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She is the co-founder of Workday Ninja, an operations and growth strategy expert specializing in AI and automation to enhance client efficiency. Her entrepreneurial success includes scaling her first business, a hybrid agency and software company, to eight figures and successfully selling it in 2018. She has been featured in Entrepreneur, HuffPost,…
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Transforming Homes Into Smart Powerhouses, Kelly Warner, Lumin | EP212
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Kelly Warner, CEO of Lumin (or Lumin Smart), a company that produces smart electrical panels for load management and electrification. Kelly shares his extensive background in the energy industry, spanning roles in consulting and running technology companies focused on areas like …
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E343: Disruption, Leadership, and how to let go and delegate with Charlene Li
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For the past two decades, she has been helping people see the future. She's an expert on digital transformation, leadership, customer experience, and the future of work. She is the author of six books, including The New York Times best seller, opened leadership and co-author of the critically acclaimed book, groundswell her latest book is The Best …
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Attract and retain top talent in the solar industry with CPS America and EnergeiaWorks | EP211
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague brings together a panel of experts from CPS America and EnergeiaWorks to discuss proven tactics for talent acquisition and retention in the rapidly growing solar sector. The discussion kicks off with insightful introductions from the panelists, including John Drummond, senior applications e…
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Landfill Solar: Community Solar Success Story with Scott Tess, City of Urbana, IL | EP210
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Scott Tess, the Sustainability and Resilience Officer for the City of Urbana, Illinois. They discuss the 5.3 megawatt community solar project that was developed on the city’s closed municipal solid waste landfill in Urbana Illinois in Central Illinois (home of the University of…
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Designing & Optimizing Complex Microgrids - Beyond Solar & Storage with Adib Nasle | EP209
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague interviews Adib Nasle, the co-founder and CEO of Xendee, a company that provides a software platform to design and optimize complex on-site energy systems. The discussion revolves around Xendee's unique approach to addressing the complexities and uncertainties associated with distributed energy …
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Let the Sun Shine In: How Churches and Colleges Can Save with Solar with Austin Carr and Jim Keeling | EP208
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague hosts a special live webinar with Austin Carr, founder and president of Greenlink Energy Solutions, and Jim Keeling, a business attorney and partner at Hinshaw law, both based in Rockford, Illinois. They discuss the opportunities and challenges of behind-the-meter solar PV installations for chur…
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The Promises and Perils of the Hydrogen Economy with Peter Kelly-Detwiler | EP207
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The hydrogen economy is all the rage, with billions in government funding and skyrocketing private investment. But should we buy into the hype? Energy and utility guru Peter Kelly-Detwiler joins Tim Montague to separate fact from fiction about the promises and perils of the hydrogen economy. They discuss the existing hydrogen economy, which is larg…
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The Future of Community Solar: Expanding Models, Markets and Scale with Nate Owen of Ampion | EP206
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague talks with Nate Owen, founder and CEO of Ampion, about the evolution and future of community solar. Key topics and takeaways include: - How community solar is moving beyond its roots in state-specific programs to more flexible models that can scale rapidly. Nate discusses "Community Solar 2…
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Nevados, the Solar Tracker That Adapts to Any Terrain with Yezin Taha | EP205
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Solar trackers have swept the utility-scale solar industry in recent years, with single-axis trackers now deployed on a staggering 94% of large-scale projects. While a few big names dominate the tracker market, one company - Nevados Solar - has carved out a distinct niche with its unique all-terrain tracking technology. In this episode, host Tim Mo…
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Advancements in String Inverter Technology with John Drummond, CPS America | EP204
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The solar industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with string inverters playing a pivotal role in this evolution. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with John Drummond, the Senior Applications Engineer at CPS America, to explore the advancements in string inverter technology and how…
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How Community Solar is Spreading Across the US with Aviv Shalgi, Solar Simplified | EP203
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Aviv Shalgi, CEO and co-founder of Solar Simplified, to discuss the growing and important niche of community solar. Aviv shares his journey into entrepreneurship, starting in the advertising industry before finding his passion in the energy transition. He explains how Solar S…
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Ruggedized Portable Battery Power for Construction with Francois Byrne, Hybrid Power Solutions | EP202
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In this episode, Tim Montague sits down with Francois Byrne, CEO of Hybrid Power Solutions, to discuss the company's innovative approach to decarbonizing mobile power and construction. Francois shares his journey from working on hybrid race cars to developing cutting-edge battery and solar hybrid systems that eliminate the need for diesel generator…
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E342: How to get targeted, long-term clients – with Tim Butler
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Tim Butler is a seasoned marketing professional with more than two decades of experience in sales, marketing, and consulting. He is the founder and CEO of Innovation Visual, a well-regarded marketing consultancy that has assisted clients across various sectors including manufacturing, technology, healthcare, consumer products, finance, and professi…
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BMP 75: What To Do When Your Identity Shifts - Ellie Coates
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Ellie Coates is the Chief Marketing Officer of Brand One Media in Salt Lake City. She has managed over $250 million USD in marketing projects and has worked with brands like Fabletics, Russell Brunson, Kris Krohn, PB Fit, and Potbelly Foods. In this episode, Ellie shares her experiences as a mother, businesswoman, and a woman of color in the profes…
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Wattch: Revolutionizing Solar Monitoring and Asset Management | EP201
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In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague interviews Alex Nussey, co-founder and CEO of Wattch, a cutting-edge solar monitoring and asset management platform trusted by top installers, developers, and utilities. Nussey shares the origin story of Wattch, which began as a college project building IV curve testers for a solar car raci…
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BMP 74: Going From a BYU Student to a Drag Queen
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In this episode Nate & Rachel interview Meredith, also known as Ms. Meredith (stage name). They discuss Merdieth's jounrey of growing up LDS in Provo, Utah to eventually identiying as gay, and recently coming out as a trans woman. Meredith shares the diffuclties of understanding her sexuality & gender idenity, and how being introduced to drag helpe…
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Innovating Solar and Storage: CPS America's Brian Baxter on the Rise of String Inverters | EP200
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In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague is joined by Brian Baxter, Director of Sales East at CPS America, to discuss the rapid evolution of the solar and storage industry. As string inverter technologies gain traction in the utility-scale segment, CPS America is at the forefront of this trend with their innovative three-phase str…
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Brownfields to Brightfields - Turning Landfills into Clean Energy Assets with Annika Colston | EP199
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America's thousands of closed landfills represent a massive untapped opportunity to generate clean solar power. These unused brownfield sites, which are often seen as burdens on their local communities, have the potential to be transformed into renewable energy assets that provide a range of benefits. In this episode, Tim Montague explores the poss…
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Accelerating Solar Project Development by Streamlining Land Title Processes | EP198
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In this expert panel webinar, Tim Montague hosts Monroe Jett, CEO and founder of Title Leader, and Mike Koehler, Director of Solar Development at Azimuth Renewables, to discuss how solar developers can accelerate project timelines and boost ROI by modernizing the often overlooked bottleneck of land title search and management. Key discussion points…
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E341: Your plan for getting on podcasts successfully – with Christina Lenkowski
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Christina Lenkowski is a forward-thinking podcast publicist and educator for entrepreneurs, speakers and authors looking to expand their credibility and go from “best-kept secret” to “go-to expert” in their industries through being a guest on other people’s podcasts.In 2019, after 13 years working in the PR realm, Christina discovered what being a …
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Unlocking the Potential of Solar + Storage with Industry Veteran, Ryan Mayfield | EP197
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The solar industry has come a long way since its early days of small off-grid systems. With utility-scale solar farms now measured in the 100s of megawatts, grid penetration rising fast, and batteries no longer a novelty but a necessity, there's a world of knowledge required to be successful in solar + BESS. To help make sense of the current solar …
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BMP 72: An App to Help Learn about Politicians - Interview with Cedric Adja
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In this interview, Rachel and Nate interviewed Cedric Adja. They discussed his experience immigrating to the United States from Ivory Coast to Washington DC, how he ended up in Utah, and his journey to becoming more politically aware. This has led to him being a co-founder of a new app that helps everyday citizens learn about their local politician…
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C&I SOLAR PPAs Best Practices & Success Stories Webinar w Nick Perugini and Marc Palmer
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Solar PPAs are a popular way to finance commercial solar projects, but the process remains nebulous to many installers and developers. In this illuminating webinar, host Tim Montague gets candid insights from two solar financing experts - Marc Palmer of Conductor Solar and Nick Perugini of Solaris Energy. With decades of combined experience structu…
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Heatspring: Online Learning for Solar and Sustainability with Brian Hayden | EP196
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Imagine a world where anyone, from a 10-year-old child to a seasoned professional, can access top-notch training in clean energy technologies like solar, batteries, and energy efficiency – all from the comfort of their living room. That's the vision behind Heatspring, an online learning platform co-founded by Brian Hayden back in 2007. In this epis…
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Clean Power Hour LIVE Feb 23, 2024 w/ John Weaver & Tim Montague
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Stay up to date with the latest solar, wind, and energy storage news and analysis. Join co-hosts Tim Montague, solar & storage expert, and John Weaver, PV Magazine journalist, as they reflect on the latest tools, technologies, and trends driving the energy transition forward. With a strong commitment to decarbonizing the economy and building a safe…
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BMP 71: The Original Black Menace...and Company
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In this episode, Nate interviews Melodie Jackson, Johnisha Williams, and Andra Johnson about their BYU experiences and the activism they were a part of during their time there. When these four get together they are not liable for anything you might hear! Enjoy this unfiltered, and possibly unhinged episode!…
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Unlocking the Value Stack of Solar + Storage in PJM with David Braun | EP195
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Earn, save, protect - energy storage is revolutionizing the way we think about and utilize electricity. Batteries are no longer just backup power sources - they have become assets capable of providing a multitude of services to the grid and customers. Earn - you can turn a battery into a cash machine by providing ‘ancillary services’ to the grid op…
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Electrifying Everything with Solar and Energy Efficiency with Austin Carr, Greenlink Energy Solutions | EP194
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Austin Carr, founder of Greenlink Energy Solutions, joins us to discuss his journey from military service to clean energy entrepreneur. We cover electrifying homes and buildings in a 360-degree approach - improving energy efficiency, upgrading mechanical systems, and adding solar and storage. Solar installers take note - this is the future of the s…
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BMP 70: Mental Health in the Black and Brown Community
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In this interview Rachel and Nate interview Greg Noel, who is a first-generation Haitian-American Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT). Greg enjoys the privilege of working with a diverse population of clients who identify as being Black, Indigenous, Latine, Pacific-Islander, Asian, White, gender-queer, heterosexual, neurotypica…
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Creating a Customer-Centric Organization in Technology Sales | Kelly Shamblen, CPS | EP193
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The solar industry is rapidly evolving, with new technologies and mounting competition forcing companies to adapt or be left behind. On this week's Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague sits down with Kelly Shamblen, Regional Sales Manager West for Chint Power Systems (CPS America), the leading three-phase string inverter manufacturer in North America. Ke…
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Streamlining Title Workflows for Clean Energy Projects with Monroe Jett | EP192
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Solar developers know that securing site control is mission-critical. But painstaking manual title search processes bog down developers every day, wasting valuable time across dozens of projects. What if you could centralize and streamline title management, gain visibility into individual workloads, and never miss a beat when team members are out? …
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BMP 69: State of the Utah - Interview with Sandra Hollins
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In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview State Representative Sandra Hollins about her work representing District 21 in the state House of Representatives. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Representative Hollins was elected in 2014 and has served as a representative since then. Her background in social work has aided her in her work as an …
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In this episode, Nate and Rachel discuss current events surrounding politics and DEI in Utah and answer questions that YOU, our loyal audience asked us! We'll post future chances to ask questions on our IG stories!
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E340: Getting through early agency years and on to mastering sales – with Jonathan Hinshaw
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Jonathan Hinshaw is an integral part of the UGURUS business. He’s mentored over 500 members, he owned a 7-figure agency called EBWAY, he’s produced courses with us, and has also had a very successful sales career outside the agency space, selling over $750 million in products in the car and motorsports space. We’re now happy to have him as part of …
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Solar Finance for C&I and Community Solar with Marc Palmer, Conductor Solar | EP191
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In this episode, Tim Montague interviews Marc Palmer, CEO and Co-Founder of Conductor Solar, a platform that aims to accelerate commercial and community solar deals by connecting solar developers and investors to streamline project financing. Marc is a repeat guest on the show and one of the nicest people in solar. He cut his teeth on the solar ind…
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#2 of Season 2 Part Deux, The Venues of East Colfax, The Bluebird and Ogden Theaters, featuring Jim Norris, Jed Kopp and Mike "Tiger" Lee
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This is Part Deux of Episode Two of Season Two, featuring Jim "Rev" Norris, Mike Lee and Jed Kopp. Art and Nate dive a bit deeper with the Bluebird and Ogden Theater, talking about the shows that took place, they mayhem before the shows started and how it was all possible. Please join us for a run down of NIPP and what went down at these historic t…
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Growing the Illinois Solar Market with Michelle Knox, WindSolarUSA | EP190
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The solar industry in Illinois has come a long way over the past decade, but its continued growth relies on overcoming legislative and regulatory challenges. In this episode of the Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague talks with Michelle Knox, owner of Wind Solar USA and former Illinois Solar Energy Association (ISEA) board member, about the organization…
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E339: How to find best-fit clients and the right niche – with Corey Quinn
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Corey Quinn is the former CMO of Scorpion and now a dedicated agency coach. Corey specializes in guiding agency founders to scale with vertical market specialization. At Scorpion, he played a pivotal role in growing the agency’s revenue 8x in 5 years to a remarkable $150M. Corey is also the author of Anyone, Not Everyone, a comprehensive guide for …
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ITC Tax Credit Marketplace with Erik Underwood and Derek Silverman of Basis Climate | EP189
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The Inflation Reduction Act has supercharged clean energy investment in the US through generous tax credits for renewable energy projects. But monetizing those credits can be cumbersome, especially for smaller project developers. My guests today are working to change that. In this episode of The Clean Power Hour, Tim Montague speaks with Erik Under…
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