How Julia Despehoff Built A THRIVING Small Business From Scratch
Release Date: 05/12/2025
From Roofer to Entrepreneur How Ron Cuff Built a Thriving Business
The Small Business Spotlight
🎙️ From Rooftops to Boardrooms: Ron Cuff’s Journey in Building Ethical, Scalable Businesses In this episode of Credit Banc's Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with Ron Cuff, founder of and , to explore his transformation from an insurance consultant to a successful entrepreneur in the roofing industry. Ron shares his insights on: ✅ Identifying the need for ethical and quality roofing services ✅ Leveraging customer referrals to grow a business ✅ Overcoming challenges in securing financing for startups ✅ The importance of reinvesting profits for long-term...
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The Rise of Alexis Quintal: Mastering the Art of Branding
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🎙️ From Corporate to Consultant: Alexis Quintal on Personal Branding, Team Building & Growth In this episode of Credit Banc's Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz interviews Alexis Quintal, founder of Rosarium, to explore her transition from corporate marketing to building a thriving personal branding consultancy. Alexis opens up about the journey of launching her own business without heavy capital, why she opted for a contractor-based model, and the role networking played in fueling her growth. She also shares her insights on collaboration, loneliness in entrepreneurship,...
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Can MENTORSHIP Really Change Your Business Forever? @thedutchmentor
The Small Business Spotlight
🎙️ From Struggles to Success: Walter Dusseldorp's Leadership Transformation In this episode of Credit Banc's Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with Walter Dusseldorp, founder of , to explore his remarkable journey from facing challenges in the business world to establishing a thriving coaching enterprise. Walter shares insights into the leadership gaps he identified and how trust, personal branding, and mentorship became the cornerstones of his success. Discover how Walter: Recognized and addressed the deficiencies in traditional leadership training programs ...
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I Built a THRIVING Marketing Agency from Scratch with KellySchuknecht
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🎙️ From Publishing to Marketing: Kelly Schuknecht's Entrepreneurial Journey In this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with Kelly Schuknecht, founder of Two Mile High Marketing, to explore her transition from the publishing industry to launching her own marketing firm. Kelly shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of building a startup, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and personal development. Discover how Kelly: Leveraged her publishing background to identify a niche in marketing Overcame the hurdles of starting a...
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Successful Leadership Experts Share Essential Skills with James Robbins
The Small Business Spotlight
🎙️ From Pulpit to Boardroom: James Robbins on Leadership, Fear, and Growth In this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with James Robbins, a former preacher turned leadership expert and author of Nine Minutes on Monday. James shares his transformative journey from overcoming the fear of public speaking to becoming a sought-after speaker and executive coach. Discover how James: Transitioned from ministry to entrepreneurship, facing and conquering personal fears Developed the Nine Minutes on Monday framework to enhance employee engagement and...
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The Secret to Women Entrepreneurs' Success
The Small Business Spotlight
🎙️ From Fashion Design to Social Media Strategy: Kait Hardiman's Entrepreneurial Journey In this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with Kait Hardiman, founder of Front Porch Social, to explore her transition from a fashion design background to launching her own social media marketing business. Kait shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of building a business that empowers women and mother-owned enterprises. Discover how Kait: Leveraged her design and advertising background to carve a niche in social media marketing Overcame imposter...
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Empowering First-Time Home Buyers! @HowToBuyAHome
The Small Business Spotlight
🎙️ Empowering First-Time Homebuyers: David Sidoni & the 'How to Buy a Home' Podcast In this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz sits down with David Sidoni, founder of the 'How to Buy a Home' podcast, to explore how he's transforming the real estate experience for first-time homebuyers. Discover how David: Identifies and addresses gaps in traditional real estate services Provides educational resources to empower first-time buyers Builds trust and loyalty through authentic content and personal branding Plans to expand his mission to support more...
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The Small Business Spotlight
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How Julia Despehoff Built A THRIVING Small Business From Scratch
The Small Business Spotlight
In this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz interviews Julia Dospehoff, co-founder of Garden of Eden Olive Oil Company. Julia shares how her journey from forensic accounting to pursuing her lifelong passion for healthy cooking inspired her to create a unique business in Tampa Bay. From crafting unforgettable customer experiences to educating the community about high-quality ingredients, Julia dives into what sets Garden of Eden apart-and how her business is sparking a love for cooking among customers of all ages. 📌 Why You Should Listen: Learn how Garden of Eden...
info_outlineIn this episode of Credit Banc Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz interviews Julia Dospehoff, co-founder of Garden of Eden Olive Oil Company. Julia shares how her journey from forensic accounting to pursuing her lifelong passion for healthy cooking inspired her to create a unique business in Tampa Bay.
From crafting unforgettable customer experiences to educating the community about high-quality ingredients, Julia dives into what sets Garden of Eden apart-and how her business is sparking a love for cooking among customers of all ages.
📌 Why You Should Listen:
Learn how Garden of Eden blends culinary passion with health-conscious products.
Discover the importance of tasting and education in creating loyal customers.
Hear Julia's insights on starting small, building personal connections, and growing through grassroots marketing.
Explore her vision for expansion, including adding new products and opening additional locations.
🎧 Tune in to be inspired by Julia's story of combining tradition, innovation, and a commitment to quality.
👉 Connect with Garden of Eden Olive Oil Company: https://gardenofedenoliveoilcompany.com
Visit their store in Wesley Chapel or shop online to experience their premium olive oils, balsamic vinegar, and spices.
Who is Irv?
Irv Cruz is a business advisor at Credit Banc, specializing in funding solutions, business credit, and strategic growth for small businesses.
Whether you need capital, better credit, or a plan to scale, he’s here to help. Book a call with him today!
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