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Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

November 6, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

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Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

[00:00:00] Aaron Wynn: In the top three, people often think the number one reason is gotta be pay.

[00:00:04] Pay is in the top three, but it’s not number one. But it’s one that, should always be considered. And what I try to tell business owners all the time is that you have to constantly make sure that your position and how it’s being paid is up to market. We usually get settled into a.

[00:00:21] Hey, this is what it got paid, so that’s what it’s going to stay. And the problem is they’ll get wooed by somebody else who’s more current. The second reason why people, in fact, going from three to two, the second reason why people leave their positions is the quality of life.

[00:00:37] Can’t get to Susie’s recital, can’t get to Timmy’s ballgame or they just they’re working hours nonstop and they really just want to be able to take a break, have some balance that becomes more and more important with every generation.

[00:00:50] It doesn’t mean we don’t want people to work hard. But it means that you have to respect that they have a life outside of this business. But the number one reason why people leave their jobs is the managers they work for over and over again. Can they respect them?

[00:01:07] Can they be somebody who listens to them and respects what they have to say? Will they actually, contribute to their development as an individual?

Listen to Aaron’s full ProfitSense with Bill McDermott interview here.

The “One Minute Interview” series is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link.

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has grown to become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Business Immigration Law, with Elizabeth Ji, The Ji Law Firm

November 1, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Business Immigration Law, with Elizabeth Ji, The Ji Law Firm

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 714)

Elizabeth Ji, CEO and Managing Partner at The Ji Law Firm, joined host John Ray on this episode of North Fulton Business Radio to share her expertise in business immigration law. Their conversation focused on the intricacies of immigration law, the importance of correct documentation, and the effects of misrepresentation or misunderstanding of the law in immigration cases. Elizabeth covered some common misconceptions and some of her firm’s success stories, her personal journey and motivation to become an immigration attorney, and much more.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

The Ji Law Firm specializes in business immigration law because they believe that employers deserve access to the highest quality talent, and sometimes that talent is outside of the US. Business immigration law is their business.

Their team is passionate about helping business owners, investors, entrepreneurs, human resources professionals, individuals, and families with immigration law matters. They serve clients in the United States and beyond.

Access the world’s highest-quality talent. With their professional guidance and support, companies can draw from a global pool of skilled professionals to create a vibrant workforce that transcends boundaries. No matter where they come from, individuals with remarkable skill sets are empowered to take their talents into virtually any business environment, thanks in part to The Ji Law Firm’s immigration services.

Unlock your business’s potential for success by discovering how you, too, can benefit from hiring talented workers across borders—and maybe even oceans—with their experienced business immigration team.

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**Elizabeth Ji, CEO and Managing Attorney, The Ji Law Firm**

Elizabeth Ji is the founding attorney of The Ji Law Firm, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The focus of the firm is corporate and family immigration. Elizabeth earned her Juris Doctorate from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School while working full-time at a US subsidiary of a foreign company.

Elizabeth has extensive experience and knowledge in the field of immigration law and has been recognized as a 2023 Georgia Super Lawyer, Rising Star. Prior to practicing law, Elizabeth earned her Bachelor of Arts with dual majors in Political Science and International Studies from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Because of her tenacity, commitment to excellence, and hard work, she was the recipient of several prestigious academic scholarships.

Her passion is focused on providing corporations, individuals, and families with well-planned and well-executed immigration plans because they deserve it. Having navigated the immigration system by designing hundreds of immigration strategies, Elizabeth understands how to approach each case with a keen eye for the most direct route to the client’s desired outcome. The team at The Ji Law Firm serves clients across the United States with professionalism and compassion

Can you explain the most common challenges faced by families during the immigration process and how you help them navigate through these challenges?
In the corporate immigration context, what are the key considerations for businesses looking to hire international talent? How do you assist companies in this process?
How do you stay updated with the latest regulations, and how does this knowledge benefit your clients?
Could you share a success story where your expertise in immigration law made a significant difference in the life of a family or a company?
What are the most frequent misconceptions people have about immigration laws, and how do you address these misconceptions in your practice?
Are all Visa’s created equally?

North Fulton Business Radio is hosted by John Ray and broadcast and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, TuneIn, and others.

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions, with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Since 2000, Office Angels® has been restoring joy to the lives of small business owners, enabling them to focus on what they do best. At the same time, we honor and support at-home experts who wish to continue working on an as-needed basis. Not a temp firm or a placement service, Office Angels matches a business owner’s support needs with Angels who have the talent and experience necessary to handle work that is essential to creating and maintaining a successful small business. Need help with administrative tasks, bookkeeping, marketing, presentations, workshops, speaking engagements, and more? Visit us at https://officeangels.us/.

Introduction to LaserLife Insights, With Host Pete Cousins

November 1, 2023 by John Ray

LaserLife Insights

Introduction to LaserLife Insights, With Host Pete Cousins

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Introduction to LaserLife Insights, With Host Pete Cousins

Pete Cousins, Chief Commercial Officer of Summus Medical Laser, introduces the new podcast, LaserLife Insights. This show will explore the transformative effects of Class IV laser therapy across multiple healthcare sectors, share success stories, unveil the science behind the technology, introduce experts in the field, and more. The mission of the show is to inform and empower healthcare professionals, patients, or those just curious about the potential of laser therapy.

LaserLife Insights is underwritten by Summus Medical Laser and is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

About LaserLife Insights and Your Host, Pete Cousins

LaserLife Insights highlights the stories, strategies, and best practices from some of the most successful providers and practice owners in physical therapy, chiropractic, dental, vet, sports medicine, pain management, and more. Guided by host Pete Cousins, the show explores the world of Class IV Laser Therapy, uncovering facts about the science behind the technology, exploring success stories, and learning from experts who have witnessed the transformative effects of laser therapy firsthand.

LaserLife Insights is underwritten by Summus Medical Laser and is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

**Pete Cousins, Chief Commercial Officer, Summus Medical Laser and Host, LaserLife Insights**

The host of LaserLife Insights, Pete Cousins, grew up as an avid sports fan and knew early on that he wanted to be focused on health and wellness in some capacity. After completing his undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology, Pete started a fitness training business where he discovered his talent for coaching and influencing others. In 1999, he was recruited into medical sales, exceeded expectations, and quickly rose to leadership positions. He has spent the entirety of his career since then in B2B healthcare commercial leadership roles.

Over the years, Pete has held progressively larger leadership roles within industries ranging from Aesthetics, to Dermatology, Dental Practice Management Software, and currently, Chiropractic, PT, Pain Management, Dentistry, and Veterinary medicine at Summus where he is currently CCO.

He holds certifications such as “Integrity Selling Facilitator,” Predictive Index Certified Facilitator, Continuous Improvement leadership, Culture Index Profiling, AMA Advanced Sales Management, and Dimensions of Professional Selling.

With a focus on adding value to others, Pete aims to make every episode of LaserLife Insights worthwhile for all who listen!

Pete Cousins LinkedIn

About Summus Medical Laser

Summus Medical Laser is a U.S. pioneer in Class IV laser therapy with over 18 years of experience.

Summus Laser was established in 2018 although the Founder and CEO, Dr. Richard Albright, was a pioneer in the field of Photobiomodulation in 2004 by becoming the 2nd company in the US to receive FDA clearance for this ground-breaking technology.

Their mission is simple- to improve lives through laser therapy.

Their growth comes from a relentless commitment to constantly improve their lasers, provide reliable stateside service, follow science in their product development, supply effective consumer marketing tools, and deliver world-class training. No matter which of their models best fits your practice, you can be assured that a Summus Medical Laser will improve your efficiency, broaden the therapy options you offer, and provide safe, rapid relief resulting in satisfied and returning patients.

Franklin, Tennessee, Summus’ hometown, is a historic, yet innovative place with solid values and a community of generous neighbors. No matter where you are in the world, you can count on those same values in the Summus team and the lasers they offer as you generously serve those who need your care.

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What’s Standing in the Way of Your Business Exit?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

October 31, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

What’s Standing in the Way of Your Business Exit?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

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What’s Standing in the Way of Your Business Exit?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott laid out several factors that can influence how and when a business owner exits.

Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense.

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Bill McDermott: I want to take a moment right now and ask my business owner audience the question, What’s standing in the way of your business exit? Recent surveys show that 80 percent of business owners will exit their business in the next ten years, yet only 25 percent have created any sort of plans in writing for a successful outcome.

I’m working with quite a few firms that are considering an exit. One situation includes a majority owner who has several partners and maybe discovering those partners don’t think like business owners and may just prefer to remain employees. Another owner is a very successful business. He’s a baby boomer and is ready to retire, but is having a hard time removing himself from day-to-day operations.

So, what are some things that could be standing in the way of our exit? First, the economy. In a recession, the value of a business may decline making it more difficult to sell. Also, if the economy is weak, it may be more difficult to find a buyer. Industry trends. If the industry is declining, the value of a business in that industry may decline. If the industry is changing, it may be difficult to find a buyer who is willing to take on the challenges of a changing industry. Third thing is taxes. This is one component that’s very complex. In almost every case, selling a business for a gain will trigger either capital gains or ordinary income tax.

So, what can we do as owners? Time the sale of our business carefully, plan carefully, and seek advice from your professional advisors, and know that alternatives such as merging with another company also exists. With careful planning and execution, it is possible to sell a business at a fair price, even in challenging economic or industry conditions.

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and owners and the professionals that advise them. This show helps local business leaders get the word out about the important work they’re doing to serve their market, their community, and their profession. The show is presented by McDermott Financial Solutions. McDermott Financial helps business owners improve cash flow and profitability, find financing, break through barriers to expansion, and financially prepare to exit their business. The show archive can be found at profitsenseradio.com.

Bill McDermott is the Founder and CEO of McDermott Financial Solutions. When business owners want to increase their profitability, they don’t have the expertise to know where to start or what to do. Bill leverages his knowledge and relationships from 32 years as a banker to identify the hurdles getting in the way and create a plan to deliver profitability they never thought possible.

Bill currently serves as Treasurer for the Atlanta Executive Forum and has held previous positions as a board member for the Kennesaw State University Entrepreneurship Center and Gwinnett Habitat for Humanity and Treasurer for CEO NetWeavers. Bill is a graduate of Wake Forest University and he and his wife, Martha have called Atlanta home for over 40 years. Outside of work, Bill enjoys golf, traveling, and gardening.

Connect with Bill on LinkedIn and Twitter and follow McDermott Financial Solutions on LinkedIn.

The Value of Partners for the Planning Process, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

October 31, 2023 by John Ray

Family Business Radio

The Value of Partners for the Planning Process, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

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The Value of Partners for the Planning Process, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen spoke about the value of having a team of partners for the business planning process.

Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network.

Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

This show is sponsored and brought to you by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Securities and advisory services are offered through Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. (RAA), member FINRA/SIPC. RAA is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of RAA. The main office address is 575 Broadhollow Rd. Melville, NY 11747. You can reach Anthony at 631-465-9090 ext. 5075 or by email at anthonychen@lfnllc.com.

Anthony Chen started his career in financial services with MetLife in Buffalo, NY in 2008. Born and raised in Elmhurst, Queens, he considers himself a full-blooded New Yorker while now enjoying his Atlanta, GA home. Specializing in family businesses and their owners, Anthony works to protect what is most important to them. From preserving to creating wealth, Anthony partners with CPAs and attorneys to help address all of the concerns and help clients achieve their goals. By using a combination of financial products ranging from life, disability, and long-term care insurance to many investment options through Royal Alliance. Anthony looks to be the eyes and ears for his client’s financial foundation. In his spare time, Anthony is an avid long-distance runner.

The complete show archive of Family Business Radio can be found at familybusinessradioshow.com.

Being an Entrepreneur, with Yvette Freeman, Red Angle Photography & The ENVOY Guide

October 25, 2023 by John Ray

Hello, Self . . .

Being an Entrepreneur, with Yvette Freeman, Red Angle Photography & The ENVOY Guide

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Yvette Freeman, Red Angle Photography & The ENVOY Guide (Hello, Self… Episode 31)

As a professional photographer, Yvette Freeman, owner of Red Angle Photography and The ENVOY Guide, shared with host Patricia Leonard some of the early struggles as an entrepreneur. Yvette described some of the things she did to promote her business and how the idea of The ENVOY Guide came about. She and Patricia talked about networking, overcoming shyness, the value of printed photographs, and how she’s marketing The ENVOY Guide. Yvette also offered advice to entrepreneurs about building relationships in the community and how to get outside your comfort zone while enjoying the journey.

Hello, Self… is presented by Patricia Leonard & Associates and produced by Arlia Hoffman in association with the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Yvette Freeman, Photographer and Owner, Red Angle Photography

**Yvette Freeman, Actress, Singer, and Director**

Red Angle Photography is an award-winning photography studio specializing in general and fine art portraits and headshots.

Yvette Freeman is the force behind Red Angle. She is a native of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and a graduate of Bennett College in Greensboro.

She lives with her husband George, and their Siberian Husky, Trooper Blu, in Western North Carolina. She has always had a camera glued to her hand, capturing family shindigs, sunsets, and everything in between.

After 15 years navigating corporate and non-profit communications, plus another 11 years in the world of higher education, she took the plunge and did the unthinkable: followed her heart. That’s how Red Angle Photography saw the light in 2016.

She formerly freelanced as the cover and family photographer for the Montford & North Asheville Neighbors magazine. She has created her own magazine, The ENVOY Guide.

The ENVOY Guide is your passport to the vibrant tapestry of diversity!

Imagine a magazine that’s as colorful as a world map – where every page is a journey into the heart of different cultures, businesses, communities, and artistic expressions. They’re not your average magazine; they’re your escape into a world where differences are celebrated, connections are made, and inspiration runs wild. From entrepreneurial accomplishments to community stories that warm your heart, to artistic innovation and creativity – they’ve got it all covered.

Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | The Envoy Guide

About Hello, Self…

Hello, Self… is a biweekly podcast focused on inspiring stories of turning dreams into reality. Join coach and author Patricia Leonard and her guests as they share life-changing Hello, Self… moments.

Hello, Self… is brought to you by Patricia Leonard & Associates and is based on the new book by Patricia Leonard, Hello, Self.., available here.

The show is produced by Arlia Hoffman in association with Business RadioX®. You can find this show on all the major podcast apps. The complete show archive is here.

Patricia Leonard, Host of Hello, Self…

Patricia Leonard is President of RUNWAY TO SUCCESS, a division of Patricia Leonard & Associates located in Nashville, TN. She is a MESSAGE ARTIST speaker, career & business coach, author and magazine columnist. Patricia consults with clients on leadership, empowerment, career management, entrepreneurship and the power of language. Her work is focused on helping clients find their runway to success!

She has a professional background in management, human resources, corporate training, business consulting and talent development. Patricia has worked with companies in the service, music, banking, manufacturing, publishing, warehousing, healthcare, academic, retail and financial industries, and has taught management classes as an adjunct professor.

Patricia has a degree in Human Resource Management, is certified as a Career Coach and Consulting Hypnotist and is MBTI qualified.

Her volunteer energies are focused on Women in Film and Television-Nashville, where she is a Board Vice President; Dress for Success as the Advisory Board President; and International Coaching Federation-Nashville where she held Board roles for several years.

Patricia is the author of Wearing High Heels in a Flip Flop World, BECOMING WOMAN…a journal of personal discovery, THE NOW, HOW & WOW of Success, Happenings, a full year calendar of inspirational messages and a spoken word album titled, I AM…

She enjoys songwriting, creating poetry and has written a one-woman show and artistic speech she performs titled Hello, Self…, about a woman in midlife reinventing herself, which led to her new book by the same name, available here.

On the personal side, Patricia, describes herself as a woman, lover of life, mother, grandmother, career professional and message artist; AND in that order! Her goal is to continue inspiring others, of any age, to START NOW creating and expanding their Runway to Success.

She believes that life is a gift, the way we wrap it is our choice.

Connect with Patricia:

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Open Enrollment for 2023 in Health Insurance, with Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

October 25, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Open Enrollment for 2023 in Health Insurance, with Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 713)

Bill Neglia from Neglia Insurance Group was the guest on this episode of North Fulton Business Radio. Bill and host John Ray discussed health insurance, open enrollment periods, group health insurance, supplemental insurance plans, and life insurance. Bill shared his experience in the insurance industry, provided insights into different types of insurance policies, and much more.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Neglia Insurance Group

Neglia Insurance Group was started in 1983 and has over 600 active individual and over 100 active group clients.

They have access to all the major insurance carriers and many smaller, high quality less known carriers throughout the country. They specialize in Health, Life, Disability, Long Term Care, Dental and Vision insurance.

They do not charge a fee for their services!

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Bill Neglia, President, Neglia Insurance Group

Bill Neglia began his insurance career as an agent for John Hancock in 1983. After several years of working with large insurance companies, he started the Neglia Insurance Group in 1996 so he could deliver a personal style of serving his clients.

The Neglia Insurance Group offers all of the support and resources of larger insurance agencies with the advantages of a local personalized agency where they get to know you along with your unique wants and needs.

Personal health insurance
Personal life insurance
Group health insurance
Personal and group supplemental insurance
Senior health insurance
Changes in health insurance market

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Since 2000, Office Angels® has been restoring joy to the life of small business owners, enabling them to focus on what they do best. At the same time, we honor and support at-home experts who wish to continue working on an as-needed basis. Not a temp firm or a placement service, Office Angels matches a business owner’s support needs with Angels who have the talent and experience necessary to handle work that is essential to creating and maintaining a successful small business. Need help with administrative tasks, bookkeeping, marketing, presentations, workshops, speaking engagements, and more? Visit us at https://officeangels.us/.

Nourishing and Healthy Food, with Cristy Kisner, Cristy’s Kitchen and Author of Cristy’s Kitchen

October 25, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Nourishing and Healthy Food, with Cristy Kisner, Cristy's Kitchen and Author of Cristy's Kitchen

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 712)

Cristy discussed the importance of understanding dietary needs and providing healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free options for people with allergies or health issues. She shared her personal story of how her family’s health struggles inspired her to open a restaurant and create a cookbook with delicious, nourishing recipes. Cristy talked about the tasty dishes and offerings at Cristy’s Kitchen, her mission of promoting health and well-being through food choices, the importance of involving the whole family in the cooking process, and more.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

**Cristy Kisner, Owner, Cristy’s Kitchen and Author of Cristy’s Kitchen**

In 2019, after a bankruptcy left her family with nothing, Cristy Kisner; her husband, Sebastian; and their five daughters moved from Peru to Roswell, Georgia, to give them a better future and to fulfill Cristy’s dream of opening a healthy café in the United States.

When the Covid-19 lockdown came, they never closed their doors, working sixteen-hour days for a year. In March 2021, Brandon Stanton, the creator of Humans of New York, became a regular customer and fell in love with the food at the café and Cristy’s incredible story. He wrote about Cristy and sponsored a fundraiser, and her moving story went viral, allowing the family to stay afloat and continue to live their American dream.

The food at Cristy’s Kitchen is gluten-free, dairy-free, organic, nourishing, and thoroughly tasty. Back in Peru, Cristy had developed her recipes after two of her daughters experienced medical issues ranging from allergic rhinitis to digestive problems to an autoimmune disease. They switched to organic ingredients; removed dairy, gluten, and processed foods from their diets; and got each diagnosis under control.

Her daughters’ special packed lunches gained the attention of other parents, and Cristy started teaching classes on healthy food prep, which evolved into the dream of having her own bakery and café serving sweet and savory baked goods, prepared foods, and more, many inspired by favorite ingredients from her native Peru.

She is also the author of a new cookbook by the same name, Cristy’s Kitchen. Cristy provides helpful health information and sources on the more unusual ingredients in the book, including those she’s refined into her celebrated gluten-free baked goods.

The delicious and healthful recipes in this book include favorites for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts, including: Golden Milk Pancakes Spiced Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl with Caramelized Bananas Pear, Spinach, and Fennel Soup with Chicken, Avocado, and Cashew Parmesan Yucca Gnocchi with Carrot Greens Pesto Stuffed Poblanos with Lamb Paleo Molten Lava Cake Passion Fruit Super Gummy Candies.

The incredible stories and recipes in Cristy’s Kitchen will inspire you to cook and eat more healthfully, cherish the blessings in your life—and understand the miracles that can happen when love and determination go hand in hand.

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Questions and Topics in this Interview:

What kind of food do you make?
When did you start using food as medicine for your family?
Tell us about your cookbook.
What does your restaurant offer?
What advice would you give to people who want to start eating healthier?

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Getting IT Done: Turning Strategy into Execution, with Chris McChesney, FranklinCovey, and Maria Walden-Sullivan, Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia

October 25, 2023 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Getting IT Done: Turning Strategy into Execution, with Chris McChesney, FranklinCovey, and Maria Walden-Sullivan, Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 711)

Chris McChesney, author of discuss the Foundation’s upcoming workshop, “Getting IT Done: Turning Strategy into Execution,” which Chris will be leading. They talked about the challenges of execution and how to overcome them, particularly in the nonprofit sector. They also touched on the impact of the pandemic on execution and the importance of creating systems and accountability.

Chris provided a high-level overview of the four disciplines of execution, what participants can expect at the workshop, and much more. The workshop will be held on November 1, 2023, at North Point Community Church in Alpharetta. To learn more and to register, follow this link.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Chris McChesney, Author of

Chris is a best-selling author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution®, the world’s most popular book on Strategy Execution.

For over 20 years, Chris’s practice has helped thousands of organizations improve their execution. Chris has a single focus: helping organizations get results through predictable execution.

Chris has been the Global Practice Leader of Execution for Franklin Covey for 20 years. Chris’s team of 4DX consultants has worked with 4,000+ organizations around the world. He has spoken in 22 countries on six continents. He’s personally led many of the most noted implementations of 4DX and is one of the highest-rated speakers for the Global Leadership Summit.

Chris and his wife Constance live in Atlanta, Georgia. They are the proud parents of five daughters, two sons, and one grandson. Chris’s downtime is divided between his passion for waterskiing and windshield talks with his kids.

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At the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia, everything they do centers around one purpose – improving our world through the power of philanthropy.

On a fundamental level, they do that through managing funds held in trust, donated by individuals, organizations, and businesses. Most funds are donor-advised funds, similar to savings accounts. These funds are pooled for investment purposes and their income is used to make grants for a wide variety of charitable purposes.

But the Foundation’s goals expand far beyond managing funds. They desire to strengthen the communities they serve in Gwinnett, Northeast Georgia, and beyond by providing leadership, addressing community needs, and assisting individuals and organizations with their charitable giving.

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**Maria Walden-Sullivan, Director of Development, Community Foundation of Northeast Georgia**

Caring for her community is at the heart of everything Maria does. She was born in the oldest city in America (St. Augustine) and has been a proud Atlantan for the past 25 years. Maria is passionate about making a difference in her own backyard and inspiring others to do the same.

As our Director of Development, Maria is leading the Community Foundation of Northeast Georgia into a whole new territory. Through her role, we are now able to expand into and impact North Fulton and Forsyth. She has a passion for nonprofits and is highly skilled in donor relations, major gifts, volunteer management, grant writing, and capital campaign management.

Maria is a trainer and facilitator for leadership development, strategic planning, and capacity building. With almost a decade of experience at the world’s most trusted leadership company, Franklin Covey, Maria has been certified in over a dozen leadership courses. She has also served as an ad hoc faculty member for the Georgia Center for Nonprofits since 2019.

Questions and Topics in this Interview:

Introduction to Chris and his book
The event sponsored by the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia and featuring Chris McChesney
The challenges of execution and achieving goals
The impact of the pandemic on execution and dealing with uncertainty
Importance of systems and clarity in goal-setting
Details about the event on November 1st

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

Business Immigration Law, with Elizabeth Ji, The Ji Law Firm

North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 714)

Introduction to LaserLife Insights, With Host Pete Cousins

Introduction to LaserLife Insights, With Host Pete Cousins