What happens when business strategy gets a little notorious?

In this episode of The Iron Rangers Podcast, we're joined by Mark Sussman, founder of Strategic Business Group and The Small Business Forum, for a conversation we're calling The Strategic B.I.Z.—a deep dive into the mindset, discipline, and leadership required to run a successful small business.

Mark works with business owners and leadership teams as a leadership coach, executive coach, and mentor, helping them move from being stuck in the day-to-day to leading with clarity and intention. We talk about why strategy matters, how owners can elevate their role, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts.

This episode is for owners who are ready to stop reacting, start leading, and get serious about their B.I.Z.

From the trading floors of Wall Street to the stone arches of Central Pennsylvania, Jonathan Freeman's journey is one of grit, risk, and reinvention. In this episode, Jonathan shares how his path from Bucknell track and field athlete to financial firm founder was shaped by perseverance, self-belief, and a willingness to bet on himself. We discuss the sacrifices of entrepreneurship — missed paychecks, long hours, and uncertainty — and how Stonebridge Financial is building something enduring for the next generation of leadership.

We're celebrating 50 episodes of The Iron Rangers Podcast with a return guest—Doug Anderson of Anderson Pro Painting. In his first appearance, we nicknamed Doug "The Wizard." In this Return of the Wizard, we dig into the highs and lows of leadership—where we stumble, where we grow, and how we strive to support our teams. From accountability to encouragement, Doug shares the lessons he's learned as a leader, entrepreneur, and mentor. It's a candid, uplifting milestone episode packed with wisdom and perspective for anyone navigating the challenges of leading people.