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Candid conversations with business owners, operators, and strategists on what it really takes to build and grow an enduring company.
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Sarah Chen
CEO, Meridian Manufacturing
Sarah Chen built Meridian Manufacturing from a 12-person shop to a $40M operation in under a decade — not by chasing every opportunity, but by ruthlessly eliminating the ones that didn't fit. In this episode, we dig into her framework for strategic focus, how she navigated two near-death moments, and what she wishes she'd known in year three.
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Marcus Webb— Founder, Webb Advisory Group
Most business owners set prices once and forget them. Marcus Webb explains why pricing is one of the highest-leverage strategic levers available — and how to use it deliberately.
Diane Okafor— CEO, Okafor Group
Diane Okafor shares how she systematically built a leadership team capable of running the business without her — and why that was the best thing she ever did for growth.
Tom Hargrove— Serial Acquirer & Operator
Tom Hargrove has acquired 11 small businesses over 15 years. He walks through his sourcing process, due diligence framework, and how he integrates acquisitions without losing what made them valuable.
Priya Nair— Founder & CEO, Nair Consulting
Priya Nair argues that culture isn't a soft topic — it's a hard strategic asset that drives retention, performance, and client outcomes. She shares how she built it intentionally from day one.
James Rutherford— Managing Partner, Rutherford Capital
James Rutherford has sat on both sides of the table. He breaks down the real trade-offs of taking outside capital, what investors actually look for, and how to know if it's right for your business.
Elena Vasquez— President, Vasquez Family Enterprises
Elena Vasquez took over her family's 60-year-old business and had to modernize it without losing its soul. She shares the emotional and strategic complexity of generational transition.
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