Episode #7: Leslie Bailey, Indy Maven
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Step into the inspiring world of women-led entrepreneurship with this episode of Behind the Brand, featuring Leslie Bailey, founder of Indy Maven and Maven Space. Hosts Adam Hayes and Bob Paden sit down with Leslie to explore her journey from journalist to community builder, and how she’s redefining what it means to create spaces for women to connect, collaborate, and thrive in Central Indiana. Leslie shares the founding story of Indy Maven, a media platform launched in 2019 to spotlight women’s voices and stories. What started as a newsletter quickly evolved into a vibrant membership...
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Episode #5: Ken Blickenstaff, Titan Investment Management, LLC
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In this episode of Behind the Brand, hosts Bob Paden and Adam Hayes sit down with Ken Blickenstaff, founder of Titan Investment Management, for a candid conversation about breaking the mold in the world of investment advising1. Ken shares his journey from a traditional investment firm in Chicago to launching Titan in Central Indiana, fueled by a desire for independence and a drive to offer truly differentiated solutions for clients who are tired of the “set it and forget it” mentality so common in the broker-dealer world1. Ken pulls back the curtain on how Titan’s hands-on, in-house...
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Episode #4: Bobby Haskett, FabACab
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Step inside the world of elevator interiors with this episode of Behind the Brand, where hosts Adam Hayes and Bob Paden sit down with Bobby Haskett, co-founder of FabACab. FabACab isn’t your typical interior design company—they specialize in creating the beautiful, functional spaces inside elevators across the United States. Bobby shares the unique journey that led him from helping a friend’s sales team to founding a company that’s now recognized as the nation’s best elevator interior supplier. In this candid and engaging conversation, Bobby opens up about the challenges and rewards...
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Episode #3: Mike Semon, Metric IT
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Mike walks us through the complexities and interconnectedness of modern technology, explaining why IT is no longer just a back-office function but the backbone of every business. He shares how Metric IT, based in Indianapolis, supports architects, engineers, contractors, and manufacturers-helping them navigate everything from cybersecurity to digital transformation and software selection. Mike’s approach is rooted in building long-term relationships, providing proactive consulting, and ensuring clients’ systems evolve with their business goals. Listeners will also hear Mike’s unique...
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Episode #2: Tony Trent, HP Legacy
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Step into an inspiring and heartfelt episode of Behind the Brand as hosts Bob Paden and Adam Hayes sit down with Tony Trent, business developer at HP Legacy and former small business owner. Tony shares his unique journey from running his own successful landscaping business for 18 years to embracing a new chapter in commercial construction with HP Legacy, a company known for its transparent, client-first approach to building and renovating commercial spaces across Indiana. In this candid conversation, Tony opens up about the challenges and rewards of transitioning from business ownership to...
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Episode #1: John Merrill, Merrill Property Group
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In this engaging episode of Behind the Brand, Bob Paden and Adam Hayes sit down with John Merrill, founder of Merrill Property Group, a division of KW Commercial. With decades of experience in commercial real estate, John shares his journey from public accounting to becoming a leader in the industry. He opens up about his career milestones, including his time at Duke Realty, CBRE, and HFF, as well as the pivotal decision to start his own business in 2020. John offers a deep dive into the current trends shaping the real estate market, from the national housing shortage to shifts in office...
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Episode 13 Rich Hockins
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Rich Hockins with Sales Xceleration joins Adam and Andy on the Market Smarter Sell More Podcast.
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Episode 12 Mark Kolbus
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Mark Kolbus, owner of A Taste of Indiana, joins Adam and Andy on this week's Market Smarter Sell More Podcast.
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Episode 11 Mark Garza
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Founder and CEO of Draco Logistics, Mark Garza, joins Adam and Andy on the Market Smarter Sell More Podcast.
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Episode 10 Dr. Todd McDougle
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Dr. Todd McDougle, President and CEO of IN Chiropractic & Wellness, joins Adam and Andy on the Market Smarter Sell More Podcast.
info_outlineJason Beutler, CEO of RoboSource, joins the MSSM Podcast.