How That Happened
"How That Happened," is a business and innovation success podcast hosted by HoganTaylor LLP business advisors Robert Wagner and Aaron Ackerman. On each episode of the show, our hosts sit down with the business and community leaders behind thriving organizations to learn how business and innovation success actually happens. Copyright 2019 HoganTaylor LLP. All Rights Reserved. To view the HoganTaylor general terms & conditions, visit www.hogantaylor.com
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Cindy Moehring - Business Integrity Leadership Initiative
05/22/2023
Cindy Moehring - Business Integrity Leadership Initiative
Cindy Moehring is the Founder and Executive Chair of the Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at Walton College. Before joining Walton College, she had 27 years of leadership experience, most recently at Walmart, Inc. where she spent the last 20 years collaborating with the Walmart Board of Directors, four of the five Walmart CEOs, C-suite executives, and other senior leaders to drive global, technology, culture, risk management and governance change across the enterprise. Moehring spearheaded the transformation of Walmart’s global culture of integrity in the wake of Walmart’s foreign corrupt practices act investigation. She developed and implemented a global ethics program in 27 countries for over 2 million employees. In this episode, Cindy takes us through a history lesson on how business ethics and integrity became part of the core principles of an organization. She also shares how her career in this unique field started and the impacts it had on her. Additionally, Moehring discusses how the Walton Business Integrity Leadership Initiative came to be and takes us through how they have incorporated business integrity into Walton’s curriculum.
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Schell Gower - ClearMark Marketing Agency
04/10/2023
Schell Gower - ClearMark Marketing Agency
Schell is a marketing consultant for personal brands and businesses and a certified brand guide. Her goal is to help you turn that passion into compelling messages, giving you a voice and a plan to reach others with passion. Schell’s passion is fueled by seeing companies thrive and their business grow when their message is clear. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Schell was in pharmaceutical sales. Her experience in sales, marketing and being a brand story guide makes her the best person to enlighten us on how to create strategic marketing plans, mistakes to avoid in our marketing and how we can create better brand stories.
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David Stanley - Full Sail Capital
03/20/2023
David Stanley - Full Sail Capital
Rising from ashes to wealth is not just a narrative. David Stanley and his partners moved from zero to currently $1.6 billion. That sounds like a fairy tale, right? Today we hear it from David himself, who shares how, together with his partners, they grew Full Sail Capital. David earned business and finance degrees from the University of North Texas and is also a graduate of the Trust School at Northwestern University. He is a certified trust and financial advisor with a series 65 securities license. David is also a devoted husband and a proud dad and grandfather, and an accomplished fisherman and hunter. David shares how they have managed their partnership over the years, the secret sauce to their business, and dealing with the loss of a client, among other things.
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Brandon Sebald - 7 Brew Coffee
03/03/2023
Brandon Sebald - 7 Brew Coffee
Brandon Sebald is the CEO of Brew Crew LLC, the first franchisee for 7 Brew Coffee, which is an exciting and relatively new coffee brand and experience. 7 Brew has a license to open nearly 100 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Louisiana, and Texas. Prior to his relationship with Seven Brew, Brandon was part of a Planet Fitness franchise group that had 92 locations across six states. He is also co-owner of a high-end custom home building company in Fayetteville, Arkansas. And then finally, Brandon is also a Buff City Soap franchisee with six New York stores and a territory to build up to 40 locations. Buff City Soap creates scented plant-based soaps made by hand daily in each location. Brandon attended and played football at the University of Miami where he studied business finance and marketing, all skills that he's put to good use. He also attended Hofstra University in New York where he earned a degree in finance. In this episode, Brandon discusses how his upbringing inspired him to become a entrepreneur. Also, he talks about extreme ownership and how that has helped him to be a successful business leader.
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Trent Shores - GableGotwals
02/20/2023
Trent Shores - GableGotwals
Trent Shores is a former United States Attorney and a shareholder at Gable Gotwals. He advises clients on complex litigation, Native American law and policy, cybersecurity, and high-stakes government and corporate investigations. He represents clients in state, federal, and tribal courts at all stages in the litigation process, including at trial and on appeal. Recently, Trent was named a Tribal Supreme Court Justice for the Kaw Nation and a U.S. Global Leadership Coalition’s Oklahoma Advisory Committee member. In this episode, Trent shares a backstory of how he got into the world of law, his presidential nomination, and the senate’s confirmation process. Also, he will tell us of his best moments in the world of law and his engagement with cybersecurity. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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Ashleigh Sutter – Intuit - Leading Transformational Change
02/06/2023
Ashleigh Sutter – Intuit - Leading Transformational Change
Ashleigh Sutter CPA, the Director of US Accountant Sales at Intuit. With nearly 15 years of experience in the accounting industry, Sutter creates strong relationships with large accounting firms and industry partners. In this episode, learn the transformational changes happening to accounting and sales technology, particularly at Intuit, and how Ashleigh’s leadership has evolved throughout her career. In addition, Ashleigh shines light on what it’s like to transition from a large accounting firm to a sales leadership role at Intuit, as well as her most pivotal career moment. She speaks on how Intuit is innovating their accounting technology, highlighting the role of automation, and how young accountants and leaders can begin to prepare for these transformational changes in technology.
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Encore Episode - 11. Ron Siegenthaler - Xeta Communications
12/12/2022
Encore Episode - 11. Ron Siegenthaler - Xeta Communications
As 2022 comes to a close, the How That Happened podcast team is on a short hiatus as we prepare for new content in 2023. We thought it would be a great time to highlight a previous episode, and that is our 2019 interview with entrepreneur and communicator, Ron Siegenthaler. How That Happened will return with a new episode in the new year. is chairman of Xeta Communications and Give.mobi LLC. He is also serves as President of Myriad Technologies and a Consultant for Rolled Alloys. Prior to these positions, Ron founded Metals Inc., a steel service center that distributes specialty metals throughout the Southern United States. Throughout his entrepreneurial career, Ron has had a hand in many industries in the Tulsa business community, including oil and gas, steel distribution, nonprofit, and communications. In 2011, Oklahoma State University’s Riata Entrepreneurship Center named Ron its Distinguished Entrepreneur of the Year. In this episode, Ron shares advice gleaned from a long and successful career, including lessons learned from starting and selling his first business, the attributes of effective business partnerships, and how a focus on service sustains business relationships. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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84. Dick Greenly – Water4 - Solving the Global Water Crisis
11/28/2022
84. Dick Greenly – Water4 - Solving the Global Water Crisis
Dick Greenly is the Co-Founder of Water4, an organization on a mission to eradicate the world’s water crisis by bringing clean water access to every home, school, and clinic. Water4 is not your typical risk-adverse nonprofit… they want the risk because they believe in the power of pushing boundaries. In this episode, Dick covers the formation of Water4, the inspiration behind the nonprofit, and the impact it’s making on the world’s water infrastructure. Having been to 45 different countries, Water4 created momentum by training local communities in Africa to drill wells. As a result from the training, the nonprofit is able to help more people. Though, solving a global crisis doesn’t come without its obstacles. As the wells began breaking and more pain points began to arise, they became liabilities. Dick shares the challenges, costs, and solutions they developed to increase the efficiency and scalability of their nonprofit water infrastructure. He also sheds light on the harmful economic implications of charity and how organizations can approach charity work without compromising the communities they’re serving. Connect with Dick & Water4: Learn more about Connect with him on Learn more about Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Rate/Review “How That Happened” on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so we can reach more people and keep the inspiration going!
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83. Sharina Perry – Utopia Plastix – Plastic Reimagined
11/14/2022
83. Sharina Perry – Utopia Plastix – Plastic Reimagined
Sharina Perry is the Founder of Utopia Plastix, a company that has created the plant-based alternative to plastic. Utopia Plastix is on a mission is to provide the best plant-based products while maintaining their goal to not create problems as they solve them. In this episode, Sharina shares how she developed her intense determination to change the world. She also covers how her plant studies accidentally led her to discover the use of crops as alternatives to petroleum, cotton, and wood. As someone who’s not a scientist, Sharina highlights her creative process for inventing the plastic-free straw, and the challenges she overcame while developing her products. Perry details her entire go-to-market journey. From making the prototype in her kitchen, to pitching it to investors, she details finding manufacturers, and getting her product third-party tested. Additionally, she speaks on what it really takes to think outside the box and turn your ideas into something greater. Connect with Sharina: Visit the Utopia Plastix Follow them on Connect with them on Follow Sharina on Follow her on Connect with her on Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Rate/Review “How That Happened” on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so we can reach more people and keep the inspiration going!
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82. Jim Sliker – Central States Manufacturing - Strategies for Scaling an ESOP
10/31/2022
82. Jim Sliker – Central States Manufacturing - Strategies for Scaling an ESOP
Jim Sliker is the CEO of Central States Manufacturing, a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company that produces metal building components for a variety of structures and applications. Jim earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University and an MBA from the University of Michigan. He serves on the Make-A-Wish Mid-South board, and the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter board of directors. In this episode, Jim talks about Central States Manufacturing’s geographical saturation strategy for growing and scaling an American manufacturing company. He discusses the challenges the company has faced in their growth journey, and how they built and nurtured trusting relationships within their supply chain. Sliker later shares how he educates his distributor base (the most challenging part of the business), the valuable KPIs they measure, and how his team executes their strategy of being “Right, On Time, Every Time.” Additionally, Jim shares his best advice for business leaders, highlighting the power of transparency. Connect with Jim: Visit Central States Manufacturing’s Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Rate/Review “How That Happened” on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so we can reach more people and keep the inspiration going!
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81. John Houston – JH Family of Companies - Building a Business on the Foundation of Faith
10/17/2022
81. John Houston – JH Family of Companies - Building a Business on the Foundation of Faith
John Houston is an entrepreneur and Founder of JH Family of Companies. From building 6 homes in their first year of business, to building 650 homes last year (that’s growth by 10,700%), John knows about growing and scaling a business. He’s also the author of “Finding My Way Home: A Journey to Discover Hope and A Life of Purpose.” In this episode, John discusses the impact of losing family members, losing financial security at a young age, and finding hope through faith and entrepreneurship. He also shares why he became an entrepreneur, and how he started his own homebuilding and mortgage company. Houston speaks on the importance of connecting to your purpose (the “why”) behind your business, and how he builds love and service into his company culture. Additionally, he shares why his company, Trinity Oaks Mortgage, was dubbed the #1 Best Mortgage Company to Work For in 2021. Connect with John: Visit his Connect with him on Connect with him on Follow him on Subscribe to his channel Resources Mentioned: by John Houston This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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80. David McLaughlin – Pendulum Coaching – Creating a Mindful Leader
10/02/2022
80. David McLaughlin – Pendulum Coaching – Creating a Mindful Leader
David McLaughlin is the Founder of Pendulum Coaching based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is using his insight to help employers and employees work better together. With over 20 years of experience in coaching and consulting, David has also been committed to mindfulness and meditation for over 10 years. In this episode, David discusses what mindfulness is and how it impacts leaders in business. His philosophy is based on the commitment to wholeness, investing in yourself and others, and owning the results. He speaks on how organizations and employers can integrate mindfulness into their leadership to collaborate more effectively and achieve greater outcomes. McLaughlin also breaks down his candid thoughts on how to handle “quiet quitters” and employees who aren’t performing as well as they usually do. Connect with David: Connect with him on Learn more about Resources Mentioned: to The Mindful Leader Podcast with David McLaughlin This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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79. Ross Ledbetter & Cheryl Reeder - Reeder’s Auto & Tire – Tulsa’s Original Service Station
09/19/2022
79. Ross Ledbetter & Cheryl Reeder - Reeder’s Auto & Tire – Tulsa’s Original Service Station
Ross Ledbetter & Cheryl Reeder are third-generation owners of Reeder’s Auto and Tire in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They purchased the station nearly 15 years ago and have continued to build the brand Midtown knows today. Reeder’s sets itself apart because of its customer service, fueling options, highly skilled auto repair technicians, and in-house chef. In this episode, Ross and Cheryl discuss how Reeder’s is keeping up in a growing market, the division of labor between them, and the possibility of a second station. Additionally, Cheryl shares her experience growing up in the business, and her vision for creating a one-of-a-kind destination for Tulsa. Ledbetter and Reeder also break down their social media presence and how that has influenced visitors to the store. They also shed light on how they partnered with local restaurants to serve gourmet food options. Connect with Cheryl & Ross: Connect with Ross on Connect with Cheryl on Resources Mentioned: Visit Reeder’s Follow them on Like Reeder’s on Check out their This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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78. Kelley Scott – Clarehouse - Hospice in Oklahoma
09/05/2022
78. Kelley Scott – Clarehouse - Hospice in Oklahoma
Kelley Scott is the Founder and Executive Director of Clarehouse, a loving home for people who are terminally ill and facing the end of life. Kelley has been a hospice nurse for over 36 years and founded Clarehouse nearly 20 years ago as a social model hospice. Nationally, she has created outcome pathways for end-of-life care in education and provides counseling and mentoring to others aspiring to provide social model hospices. In this episode, Kelley and Robert talk about her career in end-of-life care, the process she went through to open Clarehouse, and how she tested her social hospice business model. Additionally, she shares the greatest lessons and business strategies she’s learned as a leader, and how the Clarehouse model is being adopted in other communities. Scott also breaks down what a social model hospice is, when people are eligible for hospice care, and why it’s so important to protect the dignity of terminally ill people. She then sheds light on other innovative solutions that are being created in hospice care, such as death doulas. Connect with Kelley: Connect with her on Resources Mentioned: Learn more about to Clarehouse This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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77. Randy Nail – HoganTaylor - Lessons in Leadership from Collegiate Coaches
08/22/2022
77. Randy Nail – HoganTaylor - Lessons in Leadership from Collegiate Coaches
Within our over 70 episodes of How That Happened, we’ve talked to and learned from several coaches from the world of sports. We’re sharing the key takeaways from those leaders to inspire you to continue growing your leadership skills and building the next generation of leaders. In this episode, Aaron Ackerman speaks with Randy Nail, CEO of HoganTaylor, about lessons in leadership through the lens of sports. Aaron and Randy listen to various short clips from past episodes featuring Chris Young, Dan Hays, and Sherri Coale, pulling powerful insights from each one. Our previous guests emphasize the power of collaboration and working towards a common goal. They discuss the importance of investing in your employees by treating them fairly. The coaches also tell us how to get the best out of your team and knowing when it is appropriate to give and receive feedback. Finally, the mission, values, and culture as a company is covered. Listen in as Aaron and Randy shed light on strategies for building an organization through leadership, how to maintain success in a rapidly changing environment, and the immense value of having mentors and being a mentor throughout your career. Connect with Randy Nail: Learn more about Connect with him on Resources Mentioned: Listen to the episode with Listen to the episode with Listen to the episode with This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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76. Wendy Buxton - W Squared Enterprises - Pivoting to Private Equity
08/08/2022
76. Wendy Buxton - W Squared Enterprises - Pivoting to Private Equity
Wendy Buxton is the Owner and Managing Director of W Squared Enterprises where she provides strategic advisory services that help businesses modernize and grow their profits through operational performance management and digital enablement. Wendy also uses her vast private capital network to help companies unlock new sources of capital. Prior to her current role, Wendy was the President of LynnCo Supply Chain Solutions. Over her tenure, she transformed LynnCo from a small freight billing and auditing company to a marquee supply chain specialty firm trusted by executives and private equity firms. In this episode, Wendy discusses how she transformed LynnCo by pivoting to private equity and embracing data technology to improve logistics and supply chain management. She also emphasizes the importance of being a thought leader in your industry, focusing on solving the customer’s problem, and creating a company culture that “seeks to serve, not sell.” Buxton offers ideas and insights on how to create value in your supply chain, how she built her private equity network, and how to succeed as a woman in a male-dominated industry. Then, she talks about the go-to-market strategy they used to successfully grow Momentum3, the role of niche development in differentiating your company from your competition, and the need for high-achievers to slow down and take breaks from their work. Connect with Wendy: Connect with her on her Resources Mentioned: This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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75. Leigh Richardson - The Brain Performance Center - How to Support and Improve Mental Health
07/25/2022
75. Leigh Richardson - The Brain Performance Center - How to Support and Improve Mental Health
Leigh Richardson is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Brain Performance Center in Dallas, Texas, where she utilizes her MBA, MS, Counseling, and board certifications to offer state of the art solutions for “brain problems”. She’s also an international speaker and the author of Turn Your Brain On to Get Your Game On. Leigh has studied human behavior for over 30 years, initially focused on organizational behavior and then shifting to human behavior after one of her sons suffered a traumatic brain injury. Whether it’s anxiety, ADHD, depression, insomnia, or brain injury, Leigh’s understanding of the brain and the different methodologies that can be used to organically change the brain is spectacular. She truly is creating great social change around mental health. In this episode, Leigh discusses the role of stress and mental health in the workplace and the business community, along with what leaders can do to improve and support the mental health of their employees. Richardson sheds light on what leaders, and business owners, should be learning about the impacts of mental illness and how to talk to your employees about mental health. She gives insight into her best practices for prioritizing mental health in your organization, the power of creating a sense of community and “soul care” in the workplace, and the importance of preventative mental healthcare. Plus, she breaks down the concept of neural feedback and what it teaches us about the brain. Connect with Leigh: Visit her Connect with her on Follow her on to Brain Performance Center’s YouTube channel Buy her book, Resources Mentioned: This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes every two weeks, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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74. Jess Connolly - Staying Focused as a Mission-Driven Entrepreneur
07/11/2022
74. Jess Connolly - Staying Focused as a Mission-Driven Entrepreneur
Jess Connolly is a best-selling author, speaker, entrepreneur, podcaster, blogger, coach, and church leader. Not to mention, Jess is a wife and mother who’s passionate about empowering women to discover their place in the world and overcome the fear of pursuing their dreams. In this episode, Jess sheds light on her struggle in high school and the dramatic shift that enabled her to blossom into a confident, driven entrepreneur. She also speaks on her journey on becoming an entrepreneur and sought-after public speaker. Connolly also gives insight into the power of being vulnerable and sharing your goals/wins online, why leaders and entrepreneurs need to prioritize self-care, and her advice to leaders on staying focused as a mission-driven business in a world full of distraction. Connect with Jess: Visit her Follow her on Follow her on Connect with her on Check out her best-selling Listen to The Go + Tell Gals Resources Mentioned: by Jess Connolly by Jess Connolly app This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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73. Stan Clark - Eskimo Joe’s - Secrets Behind Oklahoma’s Most Recognized Brand
06/27/2022
73. Stan Clark - Eskimo Joe’s - Secrets Behind Oklahoma’s Most Recognized Brand
Stan Clark is the Founder and CEO of Eskimo Joe’s, one of Oklahoma’s most recognized tourist attractions. As an entrepreneur, Stan has created multiple businesses and loves sharing the stories and secrets behind his entrepreneurial success. In this episode, Stan tells the story of how he created and grew Eskimo Joe’s in his early twenties to be the institution it is today. He talks about the origin of the Eskimo Joe’s name and logo, their journey in selling clothing and merchandise, and why he bought his business partner’s share of the company to become a sole proprietor. Clark sheds light on how he pivoted his bar’s business strategy and product offerings after the legal drinking age was raised to 21, as well as how the environment of Eskimo Joe’s has evolved over the decades. He also speaks on deciding against franchising Eskimo Joe’s, his collaboration with Oklahoma State University, and his secret to building a strong, fun company culture with unbeatable customer service. Connect with Stan: Visit his Learn more about This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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72. Liam Martin – Time Doctor - Transitioning to an Asynchronous, Remote Workforce
06/13/2022
72. Liam Martin – Time Doctor - Transitioning to an Asynchronous, Remote Workforce
Liam Martin is the co-founder and CMO of Time Doctor and Staff.com, one of the most popular time tracking and productivity software platforms for remote teams. He’s also a co-organizer of Running Remote, the world’s largest conference on building and scaling remote teams. Martin and his team enable companies to manage remote workers just as if they were in the same office, maintaining a high level of productivity. His thought leadership on remote work has been printed by top publications, including Forbes, The Huffington Post, and The Wall Street Journal. In this episode, Liam breaks down the benefits of transitioning to a remote workforce, why charismatic leaders are not required within remote-first companies, and why you should be working asynchronously in 2022 and beyond. He also shares his expert insights on how to achieve deep work to solve difficult problems as a remote team and why remote work is the most important thing you can do to make employees happy. Additionally, Martin describes what an asynchronous team meeting should look like and why they’re more efficient and productive than traditional, in-house team meetings. He then shares a sneak peek into his new book, Running Remote: Master the Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Remote-Work Pioneers. Connect with Liam: Follow him on Instagram: Connect with him on LinkedIn: Buy his book, Running Remote: Resources Mentioned: Try Time Doctor: Join the Running Remote community: Subscribe to the Running Remote YouTube Channel: Loom: Deep Work by Cal Newport: Asana: This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to SUBCRIBE to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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71. Sherri Coale - Creating a Hall of Fame Career and Team
05/30/2022
71. Sherri Coale - Creating a Hall of Fame Career and Team
Sherri Coale is a retired Hall of Fame basketball coach, writer, speaker, believer, and master motivator. For the past 25 years, Coale has served as the head coach at the where she is the winningest coach in OU history. She’s a true inspiration to women, athletes, coaches, and entrepreneurs across the country and she’s here to discuss it all on In this episode, Sherri sheds light on how she rebuilt and reinvigorated OU’s women’s basketball program from the ground up, strategies for developing a team culture, and the challenges she faced when recruiting new team members. In addition, Sherri speaks on what it was like to learn from and play against the legendary Geno Auriemma. Coale shares her candid thoughts on dealing with pressure in a high-stakes career, how to maintain a cohesive, efficient organization despite high player turnover, and the power of mentorship for both the mentor and mentee. She also offers valuable insights on leaving a beloved career to transition into a new leadership position as well as the creative endeavors that are currently keeping her busy. Connect with Sherri: Visit her website: Follow her on Twitter: Connect with her on LinkedIn: Stay tuned for her upcoming book release! This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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70. Bart Milligan – Chick-fil-A – The Power of Branding
05/16/2022
70. Bart Milligan – Chick-fil-A – The Power of Branding
Bart Milligan is the operator of two restaurants in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area. He holds a degree in accounting from Georgia State University and spent the early part of his career at Chick-fil-A’s corporate office located in Atlanta, Ga. In this episode, Bart speaks about the growth of the Chick-fil-A brand spanning his 20-year career with the restaurant chain as well as the motivation behind becoming a restaurant operator. Milligan shares the biggest lesson he took away was becoming a faithful steward of the business. Additionally, he discusses the decisions made by the Cathy family to turn Chick-fil-A into a powerhouse brand, one of the most powerful being their non-negotiable choice to stay closed on Sundays with no exceptions. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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69. Mike Dillard – Century Martial Arts – A Fighter’s Guide to Thriving in Business
05/02/2022
69. Mike Dillard – Century Martial Arts – A Fighter’s Guide to Thriving in Business
Mike Dillard is the CEO of (Century), which was founded in 1976. Since then, Century has grown to be a worldwide leader of martial arts equipment and today conducts business in all 50 states and also 35 countries. Century conducts its own research and development (D&I), and is responsible for a number of important innovations in the martial arts industry. One of those innovations includes the first freestanding punching bag, Wavemaster, and the first Body Opponent Bag (BOB). Mike is an avid martial artist and has fought at a championship level facing some of the best fighters from around the world. He holds the honor of training with Hollywood legend Chuck Norris, for whom he has performed stunt work. Finally, Mike discusses how he was able to prepare for the impact of the pandemic months before lockdowns took place, and how he and his team were able to thrive for over two years of economic uncertainty. Listen in as Mike shares stories from his days as a young accountant, his journey into martial arts, and what led him to establish the Martial Arts Industry Association. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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68. Keith Glover – Producers Rice Mill – Leading a Farmer-Owned Cooperative
04/18/2022
68. Keith Glover – Producers Rice Mill – Leading a Farmer-Owned Cooperative
Keith Glover is President and CEO of the farmer-owned cooperative in Stuttgart, Arkansas, a position he has held for over 30 years. He is a CPA who earned his accounting degree from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Glover previously served as a board member of the Miss Arkansas Scholarship Foundation from 2013 to 2018. His daughter Kristen, was named Miss Arkansas in 2011. Additionally, he served as Director on the board of the Little Rock branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis from 2014 to 2020. In this episode, Keith gives a look at the journey of rice from farm to table, the evolution of the co-op model since the earliest days of the rice industry, and how Producers Rice Mill uniquely adds value to their cooperative farmer members. He also shares his company’s decision, in collaboration with Scenic Hill Solar, to invest in a 26-megawatt solar plant. The $55 million project is aimed at providing millions of dollars in economic development for Stuttgart. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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67. Chris Young – Oklahoma State University – Lessons in Leadership from a Tennis Coach
04/04/2022
67. Chris Young – Oklahoma State University – Lessons in Leadership from a Tennis Coach
is the Director of Tennis and the Head Coach of at . He has been at the helm of the OSU tennis program for more than 12 years compiling a record of 204 wins against only 97 losses. Young has been credited with turning OSU tennis into an international program. Listen in as Chris deep dives into his leadership philosophy, covering his love of taking on challenges, his passion for bringing talented individuals together, and orchestrating wins that set a new precedent for everybody involved. In addition, he shares his belief that tennis is both an individual and a team sport and emphasizes that coaches need to focus on cultivating a mentality of focus, and a culture of collaboration in their athletes. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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66. John Hickey – Hall Estill – Cannabis Law in Oklahoma
03/21/2022
66. John Hickey – Hall Estill – Cannabis Law in Oklahoma
is a shareholder at , an Oklahoma-based law firm. He handles a wide variety of litigation matters such as commercial and construction law, bankruptcy, employment, and real estate. He has experience in both federal and state courts, as well as complex and multi-state cases. With over 30 years of experience, John is Hall Estill’s lead shareholder for the Cannabis Law Group. He graduated from the University of Indiana and went on to earn his law degree from the University of Tulsa. In this episode, John talks about how Oklahoma’s lenient cannabis regulations have led to a large number of dispensaries and an exploding population of growers. With so many new businesses being established, dispensaries need to account for the lower prices that come with increased supply. He believes that it will take time for the market to normalize and for long-term focused entrepreneurs to gain a solid foothold on the market. Finally, John offers his predictions on what the future holds for federal law with regards to the legalization of cannabis. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to “How That Happened” to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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65. Jeff Wilkie – HoganTaylor – Managing Remote Teams
03/07/2022
65. Jeff Wilkie – HoganTaylor – Managing Remote Teams
is a Principal at HoganTaylor and leads the Firm’s (HCS) services—a role he’s held for seven years. This week we revisit highlights from previous episodes centered around particularly relevant issues, including remote and hybrid work, managing remote teams, and The Great Resignation. We begin with two clips featuring of , who has been working remotely since 1995. Following the clips, Jeff gives his take on maximizing one’s leadership potential and moving the needle forward in the business when the team is not always in the same physical space. The next clip features , Founder and President of , an executive search and personal branding firm based in New York. He speaks on the potential for work-from-anywhere opportunities for C-suite professionals, and how office spaces in general will change moving forward. The last clip features , the President of Tulsa, who discusses The Great Resignation and considerations around talent acquisition in the new normal. Jeff closes out the conversation by offering his thoughts on strengthening professional workplace relationships and ensuring success in a remote or hybrid work environment. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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64. Errin Stanger – Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub – Inspiring Innovation and Expanding Opportunities
02/21/2022
64. Errin Stanger – Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub – Inspiring Innovation and Expanding Opportunities
is Director of , nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Arkansans by inspiring innovation and expanding opportunities. The Hub’s state-of-the-art facilities have provided tools and training to entrepreneurs, students and other makers, preparing them to join and grow Arkansas’s economic ecosystem. In today’s conversation, Errin discusses the ins-and-outs of Arkansas’ first makerspace and why there is no other venue like it. She speaks in particular about the infusion of art around the building alongside technology, as she believes in being “intentional about those creative collisions that can happen between individuals.” Stanger also touches on the nonprofit’s after-school classes, which are conducted to help Arkansas’ youth explore art and technology with the aim of giving them an edge in the job market of the near future. Finally, Errin reflects on her experience of leading the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub from the very beginning in 2014 and shares how she feels about being one of three women paving the way in Arkansas through this initiative. She says that the secret to maintaining her creative, forward-thinking mindset is to make sure to stay focused on the bigger picture instead of getting caught up in the minutiae of it all—”the weeds”, as she refers to it. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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63. Nathaniel Harding – Cortado Ventures – Investing in Oklahoma’s Pioneering Spirit
02/04/2022
63. Nathaniel Harding – Cortado Ventures – Investing in Oklahoma’s Pioneering Spirit
is a Managing Partner at , which launched in May of 2020 and is an Oklahoma-based venture fund focusing on early-stage technology B2B companies. In today’s conversation, Nathaniel discusses the spark that led to Cortado’s founding, his long-term goals, and lessons he learned after almost two years in business. Currently, Cortado has looked into over 900 companies and has partnered with 21 of them. Harding speaks to how Cortado was established during an opportune time when states such as Texas, Florida, and even Oklahoma are seeing an influx of new residents who have moved out of the coastal states in search of opportunity. Cortado has ridden this wave with the aim of creating even greater momentum in Oklahoma’s job market as more and more people have flocked to the state for its low-cost yet high standard of living, as well as its friendly business environment. A third-generation oil man, one of Nathaniel’s personal goals is to provide opportunity to family-owned businesses in similar verticals, such as manufacturing and construction. “Having a robust and diversified economy is going to make any business environment and the businesses within it more successful. We have a lot of capabilities and institutional knowledge in Oklahoma, and we have this pioneering spirit” says Harding. This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business. For bonus content and additional show notes, visit Copyright 2020 HoganTaylor LLP. All Rights Reserved. To view the HoganTaylor general terms & conditions, visit
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62. Howard Tiersky – FROM, The Digital Transformation Agency – Winning Digital Customers
01/24/2022
62. Howard Tiersky – FROM, The Digital Transformation Agency – Winning Digital Customers
is a serial entrepreneur and author of the Wall Street bestseller . Since 2007, he has served as CEO of the management consulting firm In this episode, Howard dissects that all-too-common buzzword, “digital transformation”, explaining it via the evolution of nearly every aspect of our lives since 2010, from commerce, banking, and transportation, all the way to dating, fitness, and career. “It’s hard to find any domain in our lives that hasn’t been significantly shifted because of these smartphones in our pockets and other digital touchpoints.” says Howard. Therefore, businesses who don’t adapt fast enough to these ever-shifting domains will be left behind. Listen in as Howard dives into the antidote to irrelevance describing it as the right way to go about digital transformation within your business by identifying your customers’ pain points in order to craft the appropriate modern solutions for them. He goes on to speak about best practices for linking digital strategy to customer experience. At the same time, he provides the caveat that companies should be careful not to prioritize all things digital at the expense of every other facet of doing business with human beings. Finally, Howard goes into the principles he writes about in his previous book, . This episode is now on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also listen via the podcast player embedded above. Make sure to to receive our latest episodes, learn more about our guests, and collect resources on how to better run your business.
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