• India Martin - Brain Integration and a Purpose-Driven Practice
    Nov 4 2025

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    Every founder remembers the moment the idea stopped being abstract and started feeling urgent. That spark drives this conversation with India Martin, Owner of Atlanta Brain Integration and the first brain integration practitioner in Georgia—a journey born of a personally driven purpose and the search for a gentler, more effective path to healing.

    Learn more about India's mission and Atlanta Brain Integration at https://www.atlantabrainintegration.com/

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    34 mins
  • Jena Kranz - Fueling Women in Entrepreneurship
    Oct 14 2025

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    Ready to stop waiting for perfect and start building something real? We sit down with entrepreneur and OWNED founder Jena Kranz to get honest about what it actually takes to move from idea to income—why urgency matters and where a “burn the boats” mindset helps.

    Jenna shares the habits that separate winners from everyone else - actions you can measure, daily goals you can see, and communication that keeps teams aligned when the pressure’s on.

    You can learn more about Jena and OWNED at OurWomen.org

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    36 mins
  • Dr. James Connelly - Building a Patient-First PT Practice
    Sep 2 2025

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    What happens when a physical therapist decides to challenge the corporate healthcare model and build something truly patient-centered? Dr. James Connelly shares his remarkable journey from stroke survivor to founder of Results Rehab, where he's creating what he calls "the Chick-fil-A of physical therapy."

    Visit resultsrehab.org to learn more about Dr. Connolly's practice or to schedule a consultation about injury prevention or treatment options.

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    33 mins
  • Bob Tankesley - Exit Strategies and Building Businesses for Maximum Value
    Apr 29 2025

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    Bob Tankesley brings over a decade of M&A advisory experience to this fascinating conversation about what truly separates successful entrepreneurs from those who fail. Having guided countless business owners through the complex process of selling their companies, Bob shares wisdom that's applicable whether you're planning an exit or simply want to build a more valuable enterprise.

    At the heart of our discussion is Bob's new book "Exit Teams," which uses a compelling narrative to illustrate why business owners need a collaborative team of advisors - especially when facing sophisticated buyers who come armed with their own team of experts. This imbalance often leads to suboptimal outcomes for sellers who try to go it alone.

    Whether you're currently running a business, planning to acquire one, or just beginning your entrepreneurial journey, this conversation provides actionable insights that can help you avoid costly mistakes and build something truly valuable. Find Bob's book "Exit Teams" on Amazon in paperback, hardback, and Kindle formats at https://a.co/d/8Nw1qmf

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    32 mins
  • Bennett Maxwell - From Cold Knocks to Cookie Dough: How a Franchise Giant is Born
    Apr 15 2025

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    Bennett Maxwell's entrepreneurial journey reads like a playbook for hustle and strategic growth. From selling candy bars door-to-door as a child in Utah to building a cookie franchise empire, his path showcases how combining sales expertise with smart systems can create extraordinary results.

    The real magic happened when Maxwell purchased Dirty Dough, which was then a single cookie store location. He recognized the challenges in the gourmet cookie space and developed a hybrid model that solved a critical industry problem.

    Maxwell's insights on scaling are particularly valuable for anyone growing a business. He candidly shares how assembling a board of advisors transformed his company, offering equity to high-caliber entrepreneurs who provided guidance through rapid expansion.

    Connect with Bennett at www.bennettmaxwell.com to learn more about his current ventures with Craveworthy Brands and and Franchise KI.

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    48 mins
  • Johnny Palumbo - AI Revolution and The Entrepreneurial Journey
    Apr 8 2025

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    Johnny Palumbo's entrepreneurial story starts at just 16 years old, when he won $20,000 from a high school business incubator competition. That early success planted a seed that would eventually bloom into Simplified Tech, his rapidly-growing AI consultancy now serving businesses across the US and Europe.

    After studying computer engineering and computer science at the University of Wisconsin, Johnny landed an internship at BlackRock building their AI initiatives just as ChatGPT was emerging. Though Johnny initially took a full-time role at BlackRock after graduation, he resigned just five weeks later to go all-in on Simplified Tech - a decision he hasn't regretted.

    Beyond AI insights, Johnny shares hard-won wisdom about entrepreneurship itself. Success requires persistence, risk-taking, and resilience through inevitable failures. As he puts it: "Starting a business is like running a marathon, but you're out of shape when you start. You have to get fit as you go, but you can't stop to rest." For aspiring entrepreneurs, his message is clear: roll the dice as many times as you can, and enjoy the journey along the way.

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    32 mins
  • Dr. Lynn Rapsilber - Transforming Healthcare Through Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneurs
    Mar 25 2025

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    The healthcare system is broken, but nurse practitioners might be the solution we've been waiting for. Dr. Lynn Rapsilber, co-founder and CEO of the National Nurse Practitioner Entrepreneur Network (NNPEN), joins us to explore how nurse practitioners build sustainable, patient-centered practices that could transform healthcare delivery.

    Ready to transform healthcare from the ground up? Visit www.nnpen.org to learn about their Business Basics Accelerator course and discover resources for healthcare entrepreneurs committed to putting patients first.

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    42 mins
  • Dr. Shweta Patel: From Physician to Digital Health Entrepreneur
    Mar 18 2025

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    Dr. Shweta Patel joins The Transparent Podcast to share her insights on the medical field, the pros and cons of being a medical doctor, and her journey into entrepreneurship with Gaya Wellness. Join our conversation about starting a company, the medical field and what it takes to succeed in business!

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    47 mins