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C2 Biz Growth

C2 Biz Growth

By: John Hale III
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C2 Biz Growth features insightful information and lessons learned from entrepreneurs and CEOs who are growing and scaling their companies. We realize that being the CEO and leader can be a lonely position. However, Success breeds Success and our conversations with men and women on the “entrepreneurial battlefield” will inform, inspire, and drive you to keep marching onward and upward.


C2 Biz Growth is hosted by John Hale III, Founder and CEO of The Cornerstone Group, a business advisory and strategy consulting firm specializing in enhancing companies’ ability to accelerate growth and scale their businesses.

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  • The Optimal Path: Funding, Federal & Future AI Tech with Tracye C. Turner - Episode 8
    Jul 2 2025

    In this insightful eighth episode of C2 Biz Growth, host John Hale III sits down with Tracye C. Turner, President & Co-Founder of Revelo Software, LLC, and Vice President & Chief Operating Officer and Co-Owner of Optimal Solutions Group, LLC. Tracye brings 25 years of unparalleled experience in federal government contracting, IT, and small business entrepreneurship.

    Discover how Tracye's early exposure to entrepreneurship shaped her remarkable career, leading Optimal Solutions Group to specialize in evidence-based policy decision-making and earn Inc. 500 recognition. You'll hear the compelling story behind the development of Revelo Software, an end-to-end low-code platform built to streamline critical decision-making, particularly in healthcare.

    Tracye shares invaluable lessons learned from the challenges of scaling revenue and managing costs, emphasizing the crucial role of building strong bank relationships for funding. She delves into Revelo's funding journey, including navigating venture capital and seed funding. The conversation also explores cutting-edge topics like how generative AI has dramatically increased proposal efficiency for Optimal and the paramount importance of maintaining data security when integrating AI into operations.

    This episode is packed with essential advice for C-suite executives, founders, and entrepreneurs, covering everything from ensuring your expertise aligns with proposals to investing in technology for competitive advantage. Tune in to learn how to drive sustainable growth and innovation in the complex world of government contracting and beyond.

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    37 mins
  • Funding & Flourishing: Decoding Capital Acquisition, Customer Loyalty, and Fintech 2.0 with Glenn Noble - Episode 7
    Jun 18 2025

    In this illuminating seventh episode of C2 Biz Growth, host John Hale III sits down with the visionary Glenn Noble, founder of Proudly Give and Aspen Hill Partners Ltd. This is a must-listen for C-suite executives, founders, and entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of growth and funding.

    Glenn dives deep into how recognition dramatically boosts customer loyalty and referrals, even exploring innovative avenues like gift cards as a new mechanism for engagement. We uncover practical strategies for acquiring capital under $10 million, with a keen focus on non-dilutive financing for established businesses. Glenn demystifies the world of mezzanine loan rates and capital structure, offering crucial insights into leveraging debt for expansion without sacrificing equity.

    The conversation doesn't stop at funding; we also explore the critical dynamics of scaling businesses, drawing lessons from success stories of major brands. Plus, get Glenn's take on Fintech 2.0, highlighting the shift towards collaboration over competition as the key to future financial innovation.

    Tune in to equip yourself with actionable strategies for smart capital acquisition, fostering unwavering customer loyalty, and sustainable business scaling.

    Listen now to transform your approach to growth and funding.

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    48 mins
  • From Spare Bedroom to $1.7 Billion: Scaling Real Estate with Ivan Barratt - Episode 6
    Jun 4 2025

    Ready to uncover the strategies behind building a real estate empire from the ground up? Join host John Hale III on C2 Biz Growth for a compelling conversation with Ivan Barratt, Founder & CEO of The BAM Companies. A 25-year real estate veteran, Ivan has transformed a spare bedroom venture into a firm boasting over $1.73 Billion in transaction volume and nearly $500 million in equity raised since 2015.

    In this insightful episode, Ivan shares the secrets to BAM's remarkable success, including:

    • Cultivating a thriving family culture that blends fun with hard work.
    • Nimble investment strategies in emerging Midwest markets to find hidden value.
    • Expert advice on maximizing profits in property management and investment.
    • His journey from bootstrapping success to acquiring over 9,000 units.
    • The critical role of coaching and mentors in achieving entrepreneurial success.

    Don't miss this opportunity to learn actionable advice on building a successful company culture, strategic investing, and scaling your business from an industry leader!

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    57 mins

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