119 – Building a Local Brand That’s Everywhere w/ Lacey Rives
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🎧 Sponsored Partner Message The Harford County Chamber of Commerce celebrates 50 years as your voice for business. Membership provides your business with the tools you need to ensure your business is advocated for, educated on key issues, and connected to the people and resources necessary to thrive and shape the county’s vibrant economy. Learn more and become a member at In this episode of The TMA Connection, we sit down with Lacey Rives, owner of Harco Sign Company, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from the ground up—and grow it fast. From transitioning out of...
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118 – The Story Behind The Markland Advantage w/ Tim Markland
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In this special episode of The TMA Connection, Tim takes the stage at the Harford County Chamber of Commerce to share the real story behind The Markland Advantage. This isn’t just about real estate—it’s about the journey. From early struggles and uncertainty to building a business that has helped hundreds of families, Tim breaks down the mindset, decisions, and turning points that changed everything. He shares: How his background shaped his path into real estate The challenges and failures that led to growth The moment everything shifted What it really takes to build something from the...
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117 – A Place Where Kids Can Be Themselves w/ Nikki & Trey Wooton
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🎧 Sponsored Partner Message The Harford County Chamber of Commerce celebrates 50 years as your voice for business. Membership provides your business with the tools you need to ensure your business is advocated for, educated on key issues, and connected to the people and resources necessary to thrive and shape the county’s vibrant economy. Learn more and become a member at In this special sponsored episode of The TMA Connection, we’re on location at We Rock the Spectrum in Forest Hill—an incredible sensory gym built for kids of ALL abilities. We sit down with owners Nikki and Trey...
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116 – When the Bank Says No, Call Mo w/ Maurice Mufareh
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What happens when the bank says no… but your business still needs to move forward? In this episode, we sit down with Maurice “Mo” Mufareh of My Commercial Capital, to break down how business owners can access funding when traditional routes fall short. From growing up in the restaurant business to navigating major business failures and ultimately finding his lane in alternative financing, Mo shares the real, behind-the-scenes journey of entrepreneurship. If you're a business owner feeling stuck, or just want to understand how money actually moves behind the scenes—this episode is...
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115 – The Future of Food Delivery Is Here w/ Nathan Konialian
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In this episode of The TMA Connection, we sit down with young entrepreneur Nathan Konialian, who is building what could be the future of food delivery with his company, Devour Now. At just 24 years old, Nathan has already spent years in the restaurant industry—working his way up, learning operations, marketing, and management from the ground level. That experience led him to a major realization: the current food delivery model is broken. We dive into how Devour Now is disrupting the industry by offering a drastically more affordable alternative to platforms like DoorDash and Uber...
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114 – The Magic Behind Window Genie w/ Joe & Ginger Dupont
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In this episode of The TMA Connection, we sit down with Joe and Ginger Dupont, owners of Window Genie, to talk about the real “magic” behind building a successful service business. Joe shares his transition from a 28-year military career into entrepreneurship, while Ginger brings a diverse background in healthcare, business ownership, and hands-on experience across multiple industries. Together, they’ve built a growing local business rooted in discipline, consistency, and a clear vision for the future. We dive into what makes service businesses like Window Genie so powerful, how to scale...
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113 – Peace, Poise & Personal Growth w/ Katie Perry
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In this episode of The TMA Connection, we sit down with Katie Perry, owner of Peace and Poise in Bel Air, for a raw and inspiring conversation about wellness, entrepreneurship, self-care, and what it really means to refuse to quit. Katie shares her journey from healthcare, real estate, restaurant management, and massage therapy into building her own wellness business — all while navigating life as a single mom and entrepreneur. We talk about body contouring, peptides, self-image, social media, mental health, and the daily habits that shape how we feel physically and emotionally. This episode...
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112 – Caring for Loved Ones at Home w/ Emma Lapp
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🎧 Sponsored Partner Message The Harford County Chamber of Commerce celebrates 50 years as your voice for business. Membership provides your business with the tools you need to ensure your business is advocated for, educated on key issues, and connected to the people and resources necessary to thrive and shape the county’s vibrant economy. Learn more and become a member at In this episode of The TMA Connection, we sit down with Emma Lapp of MB Home Care for a real, honest conversation about aging, caregiving, and the difficult decisions families face when loved ones need more support....
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111 – Empowering 1 Billion People W/ David Meltzer
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In Episode 111 of The TMA Connection, Tim sits down with entrepreneur, author, speaker, and Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute, David Meltzer — and the timing couldn’t be more aligned. Born on 1/11 and wearing his signature 111 bracelet, David joins the show for a powerful conversation about happiness, gratitude, business, and what it truly means to live in alignment with your purpose. Tim and David dive into: • The Four Pillars of Happiness – Gratitude, Forgiveness, Accountability, and Effective Communication • How to set big goals without attaching your happiness to the...
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110 – Marketing That Actually Gets Noticed w/ Harry Middlebrooks
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In this episode of The TMA Connection, Tim sits down with Harry Middlebrooks, co-founder of Display Local Media, to talk about what happens when hustle meets a smart local marketing play. Harry’s story is wild — he went from making subs at Subway six days after graduating high school to helping run 27 store locations, and now he’s building one of the most interesting advertising networks in the area. Harry breaks down how indoor digital billboards work, why repetition and visibility matter, and how Display Local Media has already grown to 47 screens across 40 locations in Harford...
info_outlineIn this episode of The TMA Connection, Tim sits down with Patrice Bullock for a heartfelt and powerful conversation about turning unimaginable loss into meaningful purpose.
Patrice shares her personal journey following the loss of her son, Bailey, and how that experience led to the creation of Bailey’s Heart & Soul Foundation. What began as grief became a mission — to educate communities, raise heart health awareness, and equip people with life-saving tools like CPR and AED training.
Patrice opens up about motherhood, healing, and how purpose can be found even in life’s darkest moments. She also discusses the importance of community, awareness, and taking action to help prevent future tragedies.
This episode is a moving reminder that while loss can change everything, it can also spark impact, hope, and lasting change.
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