From HGTV to Multimillion-Dollar Success: Business Growth and Leadership Lessons
Release Date: 08/21/2025
From HGTV to Multimillion-Dollar Success: Business Growth and Leadership Lessons
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Chasity Pritchett discusses her journey from HGTV show participation to founding Emblem Olive Oil, exploring market challenges and growth with BlackBrand. She emphasizes the importance of action, relationships, and navigating government contracts, ecommerce, and distribution. Chasity addresses logistics of contracts, debunks olive oil myths, and shares her experience starting a health foundation during COVID. She highlights flexibility in business and multimillion-dollar growth, discussing team structure, success measurement, and capital strategies. Personal anecdotes on balancing introversion...
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From Defense to Digital Health Using AI to Save Veteran Lives
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Mike McMahan shares insights from his journey in starting new ventures, highlighting the importance of local resources and incubators for business growth. He delves into the challenges of veteran suicide and mental health, discussing technology's role in supporting veterans. Mike reflects on his military experiences and personal story with Gulf War syndrome, emphasizing suicide prevention and proactive mental health support. The conversation explores AI and edge devices in mental health initiatives, including revenue models and clinical integration. Personal anecdotes about scuba diving,...
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Buc-ee's Taught This Guy What About Business?
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Joseph Trahan shares his journey through the Startup World Cup and his experiences growing up in Texas before moving to Virginia. The episode delves into his personal challenges, including breaking his foot and its impact on his business journey, with a focus on the support he received from his family. Joseph discusses his involvement in the Hampton Roads real estate sector, highlighting first-time homebuyer programs and support for first responders and teachers. The conversation covers the evolution of the Discover Virginia podcast, audience demographics, and recording techniques....
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From $40 to Financial Freedom
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Danijel Velicki shares his journey from Croatia to the U.S., offering personal insights into his experiences in Morgantown and Hampton Roads. The episode delves into his transition to business ownership, discussing the challenges and importance of adaptability in scaling a business. Danijel emphasizes mentorship and learning in business leadership, along with navigating organizational decision-making and startup challenges. The conversation covers working with fast-paced leaders, hiring practices, and cash flow management. The episode also introduces Squire's mission and explores topics like...
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Exploring Mushrooms: Business, Healing, and Community with Tia Henderson
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Tia Henderson shares her journey into the world of mushrooms, discussing their healing properties and experiences with mushroom coffee. The episode explores the benefits of edible mushrooms, the risks of poisonous ones, and the potential of psilocybin. Tia also talks about unconventional treatments and challenges in the pharmaceutical industry. Audience questions on mushroom foraging and lion's mane benefits are addressed. The discussion covers market competition, business strategies, and community outreach, including BlackBrand's impact. (0:00) Introduction and greetings (1:32)...
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Mastering Barber Business: Growth, Client Retention, and Industry Trends
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The team behind Anchorage Barbershop discuss their journey into the barber world, focusing on client satisfaction and transitioning to owning a barbershop. They cover their business model, the impact of COVID-19, and hiring strategies. The episode explores haircuts, customer preferences, and hair loss products, along with business growth and expansion strategies. They discuss subscription services for client retention, partnership dynamics, and future plans, including licensing and regulations. (0:00) Intro and guest introduction (2:06) Transition to barber world and client...
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A Global Look at Healthcare, AI, and the Future of Work with Tim Armstrong
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Tim Armstrong joins the show for a deep and thoughtful conversation covering the future of healthcare, the impact of AI, and what global workforce trends mean for all of us. From military technology and nurse recruitment to immigration challenges and travel experiences, Whether you're curious about the nursing shortage, healthcare quality around the world, or how technology is shaping the future of work, this episode delivers valuable takeaways for a wide audience. (0:00) Introduction to AI, History, and Military Technology (3:08) Navy Submarines and Modern Tech (3:48) Introducing Tim...
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Navigating Media Evolution and Community Growth with Cathy Lewis
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Cathy Lewis shares her journey of career transition and her embrace of the Norfolk community. The conversation delves into the impact of COVID on office spaces and local attractions, as well as the evolution of journalism and media. Cathy discusses the balance between practical experience and college education in journalism, along with the challenges and opportunities in targeting demographics. The episode explores entrepreneurial challenges, regional business development, and campaign ideas to attract young professionals. Listeners also gain insights into living in DC versus Hampton Roads....
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Diving Deep: Exploring Underwater Careers and Regional Marine Economy
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Martin Dorn takes listeners into the depths of commercial diving, sharing insights on the Elizabeth River and the crucial role of underwater work in infrastructure maintenance. The episode explores the dynamics of diving teams, management preferences, and the technicalities of deep diving, including cutting operations and tunnel construction. Martin recounts fascinating underwater encounters and the dangers of the profession. The conversation highlights career paths, certifications, and the economic impact of diving in the region. Additionally, the episode touches on the Startup World Cup...
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From Apple to AI: Building Startups and Communities with Jake Spracher
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Jake Spracher shares his journey from working at Apple to becoming an entrepreneur, discussing challenges in the Bay Area and the role of AI in software development. The episode covers the 757 Build Weekend and Startup World Cup, highlighting opportunities for local startups. Jake emphasizes building a startup ecosystem,.. Cultivating community interaction in Hampton Roads and focusing on core business principles are also discussed. (0:00) Introduction and casual banter with Jake Spracher (5:37) Jake Spracher's background and entry into entrepreneurship (13:30) Jake Spracher's...
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