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Amber Lawson, Aspire Construction & Design, Ken Madren, PermaTherm, and Sandford Birdsey, Birdsey Group

November 12, 2021 by John Ray

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Amber Lawson, Aspire Construction & Design, Ken Madren, PermaTherm, and Sandford Birdsey, Birdsey Group (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 27)

Discussing themes like a growth mindset, listening, quality, and urgency, these three ProfitSense guests highlighted key pieces of their firm’s success in conversations with host Bill McDermott. Amber Lawson, Principal at Aspire Construction & Design, shared her passion for providing one-stop services for her commercial real estate clients. Ken Madren, CEO of PermaTherm, shared his company’s focus on a growth mindset, keeping processes updated, and cultivating culture. Sandford Birdsey, CEO of The Birdsey Group, noted how critical it is that staff are aligned to the organization’s values, their operating principles of quality and urgency, and much more. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Amber Lawson, Principal, Aspire Construction & Design

Amber Lawson, Principal, Aspire Construction & Design

Aspire Construction & Design uses a simple approach to construction. One team – builders, architects, and engineers – working together from start to finish in purposeful collaboration to deliver otherwise unachievable results.

As the principal and founder of Aspire Construction & Real Estate Consulting, Amber is here to guide clients on the road from raw land to completed construction and every step in between. She brings over 22 years of experience to bear on the services she provides for her clients.

Amber’s passion comes from a genuine desire to help others. She has helped countless investors, developers and asset managers realize clarity and focus in determining the best course of action in use, design, construction and management. By combining her extensive background in real estate development, construction, and property management, she has been able to offer clients a one-stop shop for development, design, and construction.

Company website | LinkedIn |  Facebook

Ken Madren, CEO, PermaTherm

Ken Madren, CEO, PermaTherm

PermaTherm is a manufacturing company with a deep understanding of low temperature, controlled environment constructions, and the building components required to get those types of projects done right. Above all else, PermaTherm’s deepest understanding is the value of its customers, partners, and associates. This is a connected community that PermaTherm defines as its company. At PermaTherm that boundary extends well beyond our walls. We intend to serve that community the way we would like to be served. This is our promise to all who join us in one way or another and become part of our PermaTherm community.

Ken Madren is CEO of PermaTherm. Founded in 1988, PermaTherm is primarily a manufacturer of insulated metal panel products utilized in tightly controlled environments. The company manufactures other foam insulation products and materials for the packaging industry, and the general insulation markets. Clients are served in food production, cold storage, grow rooms, agricultural storage and commercial applications.

Before joining PermaTherm in 2005, Ken spent 13 years with mergers and acquisitions firm Forsch Partners, where he served as managing partner. He is also past President of Sandy Springs Youth Sports. The nonprofit directs a multi-sport youth recreation complex in partnership with the City of Sandy Springs.

Company website | LinkedIn

Sandford Birdsey, President and CEO, Birdsey Group

Sandford Birdsey, President and CEO, Birdsey Group

Founded in 2004, Birdsey Group is a national real estate consulting firm providing commercial and residential asset management and debt advisory services, contract underwriting, field real estate research, inspection and valuation, due diligence, as well as construction management. Birdsey Group has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as the 6th fastest growing real estate company in the country.

Mr. Birdsey, President and CEO of The Birdsey Group, LLC, has over 22 years’ experience in the commercial real estate industry. Prior to establishing Birdsey Group, he was the Senior Managing Director – Capital Markets, and Managing Director – Real Estate Advisory Group for GMACCM/MortgageRamp.

He also spent five years as Director of Real Estate with Univest Financial Services, LLC, an international CRE financial services firm. Prior to joining Univest he worked as a senior commercial real estate appraiser with several firms including US Realty Associates and Everson, Huber and Driggers, LLC.

Company website | LinkedIn

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Amber Lawson, Aspire Construction, Bill McDermott, Birdsey Group, commercial construction, Ken Madren, PermaTherm, Profitability Coach Bill McDermott, real estate, Sandford Birdsey

Culture and the Potential of Your Business, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

November 3, 2021 by John Ray

Corporate Culture
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Culture and the Potential of Your Business, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense 

“Culture eats strategy for breakfast” is a frequently quoted line from management guru Peter Drucker. Citing an example from a client’s employee event he attended, ProfitSense host Bill McDermott shared his thoughts on the value of corporate culture to the success of the business. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

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

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, corporate culture, Peter Drucker, ProfitSense, strategy, The Profitability Coach

Troy Cobb, Cinch I.T., and Mark Ligler, Factory Automation Systems

October 19, 2021 by John Ray

Factory Automation Systems
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Troy Cobb, Cinch I.T., and Mark Ligler, Factory Automation Systems (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 26)

On this episode of ProfitSense, host Bill McDermott was joined by Troy Cobb with Cinch I.T., who discussed the decision to purchase a franchise vs. start his own business, cybersecurity issues he sees currently, and more. Mark Ligler, Owner and Vice President of Factory Automation Systems, also joined the show. Mark’s business has weathered many seasons in the automation and robotic industry, and he shared his wisdom and experience on sensible business growth, attracting and retaining talent, and much more. Finally, Bill shared his thoughts on how essential a good organizational culture is for a business. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Cinch I.T.

Cinch I.T., Inc. was established in 2004. Like so many computer support companies, it started as a one-man shop in a 10×10 office with no windows. But even then, the focus was on building great relationships with their clients. Over the years, Cinch I.T. has been fortunate enough to see unbelievable growth.

They have added some of the most brilliant minds in our industry to the team, expanded into a 12,000 sq ft corporate office complex, and we have been honored to receive numerous awards, including being named one of the Top 501 Managed Service Providers Globally by Future Channels.

Cinch I.T. has established itself as one of the most highly-regarded I.T. company and computer service providers in the United States. The reason is simple. They have spent years shaping the entire company to meet YOUR needs.

With Support plans designed to create lasting relationships, together they ensure immediate and long-term success.

Company website | LinkedIn |  Facebook | Twitter

Troy Cobb, Owner/Sales Director, Cinch I.T.

Cinch I.T.
Troy Cobb, Owner/Sales Director, Cinch I.T.

Troy Cobb became the owner and sales director for the Cinch I.T. Atlanta office in January 2020.

Troy is a USMC Desert Shield/Storm Veteran with over 20 years of experience in the I.T. industry. Originally from New Jersey. he has lived in Atlanta for over twenty years.

 He is married to Tanya Cobb, an incredible Nurse/Hero at Emory University Midtown Hospital.

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Mark Ligler, Owner and Vice President, Factory Automation Systems

Mark Ligler, Owner and Vice President, Factory Automation Systems

Mark Ligler is the Owner and Vice President of Atlanta-based Factory Automation Systems, Inc.

Factory Automation Systems is a full-service systems integrator that provides turnkey automation solutions to manufacturing companies across the U.S.  FAS designs and implements solutions with programmable controllers, manufacturing information systems, motion control and robotic systems. They serve customers from diverse industries – building products, food and beverage, consumer products, automotive, metals, and more.

Factory Automation Systems was founded by Ross Pryor in 1992. Based in Atlanta, GA, the company has implemented thousands of solutions for manufacturers from a variety of industries across the U.S. and abroad.

Discrete control, coordinated motion, process automation, production monitoring, robotic machine tending, material handling, traceability, robotic assembly, machine safety – diverse projects for a wide mix of customers. They welcome the opportunity to put their experienced team to work on your next automation project.
FAS is near the Atlanta airport – they welcome visitors to meet the team and tour their facility.

Company website | LinkedIn | Facebook

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, Cinch I.T., company culture, Factory Automation Systems, Mark Ligler, ProfitSense, Recruiting, robotics, The Profitability Coach, Troy Cobb

The Value of Delegation, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

October 15, 2021 by John Ray

Value of Delegation
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The Value of Delegation, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense 

Only 1% of businesses pass the $10 million mark. As Profitability Coach Bill McDermott explains, the number one reason for this striking statistic is lack of delegation. On a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill discussed the value of delegation, not just for the business, but for employees, company culture, and the owner’s plans to exit. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

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

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, business transition, company culture, Delegation, employees, exit planning, McDermott Financial Solutions, Profitability Coach Bill McDermott, ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach

Sharon Foley, The Interiors Studio, and Andrew Henry, Childs Company

September 20, 2021 by John Ray

The Interiors Studio
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Sharon Foley, The Interiors Studio, and Andrew Henry, Childs Company (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 25)

Sharon Foley, Director of Interior Design for The Interiors Studio, and Andrew Henry, Partner at Childs Company, were host Bill McDermott’s guests on this edition of ProfitSense. They discussed finding the right professional for the support business owners need to handle their multiple needs, from integrated interior design to architecture to financial services and exit planning. Bill also offered a commentary on delegation, and how business owners succeed when they focus on what they do best and leave other aspects of the business to those appropriately skilled in those areas.  ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

The Interiors Studio

In 2017, the interior design department at Foley Design Associates Architects, Inc. became The Interiors Studio LLC to allow for more targeted marketing of interior design services.  Currently, The Interiors Studio provides both design and procurement services to architects, clients and end-users.  A major market segment for The Interiors Studio is senior living design – from affordable senior apartments to continuing care retirement communities, and including skilled nursing, assisted living, memory support and senior independent living projects.  They have 6-8 senior living projects in design and production at this time.

Currently, they are also working on a film studio vendor building, a sushi restaurant, a tenant improvement project, a golf clubhouse renovation in Florida, and a hotel renovation in the Caribbean.  Creating and maintaining long-term client relationships is the most effective marketing strategy for The Interiors Studio.  Principals stay involved in all project phases from concept design to move-in.  Procurement of furnishings is managed in-house to maintain control of the entire process.  Professional licensure and continuing education are encouraged and supported.  Interior designers at The Interiors Studio enjoy working with architects and land planners in a collaborative design environment.  The result is a more cohesive and seamless design and ensures that the interior design reflects the architect’s vision for the project.

Company website

Sharon Foley, Director of Interior Design, The Interiors Studio

Interiors Studio
Sharon Foley, Director of Interior Design, The Interiors Studio

Sharon Foley is the Director of Interior Design for The Interiors Studio LLC, a commercial interior design firm located in Atlanta, Georgia. A graduate of Auburn University, she started her career in interior design in 1983 as an intern designer at an Atlanta architecture firm. In 1984, she joined architect and husband Bill Foley in a new company, Christian Foley Architects, and later worked with Bill and two architectural partners to launch Foley Design Associates Architects, Inc. in 1991.

Sharon led the interiors department at Foley Design until 2017 when The Interiors Studio was formed. She and partner Yvonne Portwood lead a team of 4 designers from their office in the West Midtown area of Atlanta. Sharon is NCIDQ Qualified and is a Registered Interior Designer in the State of Georgia.

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Childs Company

Childs Company is a boutique private wealth management practice. We leverage our 35+ years of business experience and financial expertise to provide comprehensive financial planning and investment strategies to business owners, executives, retirees, and young professionals.

Our clients share our values, appreciate our approach and rely on us to help them make the best financial decisions throughout their lives.

Company website | LinkedIn | Facebook

Andrew Henry, CPA, CFP®, Partner, Childs Company

Andrew Henry, Partner, Childs Company

Andrew joined Childs Company in 2014 after beginning his career at Ernst & Young, LLP, which is one of the four largest international professional services firms commonly known as the “Big Four.” Ultimately serving as a Senior Accountant in the Assurance practice, his experience includes working with the initial public offering (IPO) for a Fortune Global 100 Company, encompassing debt and equity offerings. Additionally, he gained experience performing analytical procedures and extensive financial analysis for client financial statements. Andrew is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional.

He focuses on the firm’s strategic growth through business development and client satisfaction. Andrew is also responsible for leading the financial planning and business retirement plan advisory practice at Childs Company. Andrew is a Registered Representative with Kestra Investment Services, LLC and an Investment Advisor Representative with Kestra Advisory Services, LLC.

Andrew graduated from the University of Georgia with a Masters’s in Accountancy. Andrew actively volunteers and sits on the Board for Camp Horizon, a non-profit organization that serves foster care children in metro Atlanta. He lives in Atlanta with his wife and young son and enjoys golf, running, and spending time outside with his family.

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About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Andrew Henry, architecture, Bill McDermott, exit planning, interior deisgn, interior design, interior designer, Profit Sense, retirement planning, Sharon Foley, The Interiors Studio, wealth management

Katie Sparks, Law Office of Katherine Sparks, Jim Cichanski, Flex HR and Shawn Vernimo, Arcus Roof, Inc.

August 12, 2021 by John Ray

Katie Sparks
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Katie Sparks, Law Office of Katherine Sparks, Jim Cichanski, Flex HR and Shawn Vernimo, Arcus Roof, Inc. (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 24)

It’s only when you’re a business owner yourself that you fully understand the challenges other entrepreneurs face. Business attorney Katie Sparks, human resources consultant Jim Cichanski, and roofing company owner Shawn Vernimo talk with host Bill McDermott about their own entrepreneurial journeys, what it took to start their own businesses, and how that experience aids them in rendering outstanding service to their clients. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Katie Sparks, Principal, Law Office of Katherine Sparks, LLC

Katie Sparks
Katie Sparks, Principal, Law Office of Katherine Sparks, LLC
The Law Office of Katherine Sparks, LLC is a law firm that provides comprehensive legal advice for small and medium-sized businesses. From formation to expansion to eventual sale, legal needs are an ever-present reality. The firm aspires to be an integral part of each client’s team, supporting and championing the business on the legal front.
Katie Sparks is a business law attorney who works closely with her clients to help them deal with legal risk so they can focus on running their business. Katie is a graduate of the University of Georgia and the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. Outside of work, Katie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and reading.

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Jim Cichanski, Founder & CHRO, Flex HR

Jim Cichanski, Founder & Chief HR Officer, Flex HR

Flex HR is an HR Consulting firm, including HR Outsourcing and Recruiting.

Jim is the founder of Flex HR which is in its 21st year of business. Jim’s experience includes operational HR management knowledge globally in 32 countries and has merged or transitioned well over 350 organizations. He is known as a “Subject Matter Expert” in the field of HR. Last year with the COVID Pandemic Jim provided over 50 seminars reaching over 7,000 Owners and operators of small and mid-size businesses.

Jim also spent 27 years in the Army National Guard achieving the rank of Colonel, was inducted into the Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame, and received numerous awards including the Legion of Merit. Jim has served on several boards, was an inside board member of 17 companies, and is an angel investor in start-up firms in Atlanta. Jim was recognized by the North Fulton Atlanta Chamber of Commerce as the Small Businessperson of the year and was also listed in Catalyst Magazine as 1 of 18 Companies, CEO’s in Atlanta would like to own. Outsourcing Gazette magazine listed Flex HR as the “Top Most Promising HR & Staffing Service Vendors of 2015”. Inc. Magazine in September 2008, 2012 and 2013 recognized Flex HR, Inc. as an Inc 5000 “Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies in America”.

Jim is married to his wife Eldeen for 48 years and they have two daughters and 5 grandchildren.

Company website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter

Shawn Vernimo, CEO, Arcus Roof, Inc.

Shawn Vernimo, CEO, Arco Roof, Inc.

Arcus Roof is a commercial roofing contractor in Marietta, GA. Arcus serves the greater Atlanta metropolitan area.

Shawn is an expert in solving roofing problems and applying an investment approach to all roofing portfolios. As a trained engineer with a passion for roofing, he has been able to serve and educate clients; including three of the top five property management firms and the largest pension fund in the United States. Additionally, he has consulted on numerous multimillion-dollar projects including a $6.6 million roofing project in Dallas, Texas and a $4 million project in St. Louis, Missouri. Throughout his 30+ years of roof consulting and contracting, he has saved business owners and property managers alike hundreds of thousands of dollars by providing clients with his roofing expertise, insight into industry realities, and investment approach solutions.

Company website | LinkedIn | Facebook

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Arcus Roof, Bill McDermott, business attorney, Female Business Attorney, Flex HR, HR consulting, Jim Chicanski, Katie Sparks, Law Offices of Katherine Sparks, Profitability Coach Bill McDermott, ProfitSense, roofing company, Shawn Vernimo

David Shavzin, The Value Track, and Bob Tankesley, Neri Capital 

July 16, 2021 by John Ray

Neri Capital
North Fulton Studio
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David Shavzin, The Value Track, and Bob Tankesley, Neri Capital (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 23)

Host Bill McDermott is joined by David Shavzin of The Value Track and Bob Tankesley of Neri Capital. David and Bob advocate that the seller of a business must take the perspective of the prospective buyer. By doing so, a seller will better understand business valuation, planning for a successful exit, and how the sale process will unfold. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

David Shavzin, President,  The Value Track

Exit Planning
David Shavzin, President, The Value Track
The Value Track helps business owners sell their companies, maximize value, and create an exit on their own terms. Business owners too often get so caught up in the day-to-day that they lose sight of the key to making that future happen – building value – and are unprepared when the time comes to put their transition into action. The Value Track partners with their clients to build transferrable value and sell their companies. Whether a single owner, a family business, or simply multiple partners – whether their exit planning timeline is one year or 10 years – we take our clients through The Value Track’s 7 steps to ensure success.
Company website | LinkedIn

Bob Tankesley, Principal, M&A Advisor, Neri Capital

Bill Tankesley, Principal, M&A Advisor, Neri Capital

Neri Capital Partners, a boutique investment bank and advisory firm, consists of seasoned transactional professionals and offers a variety of investment banking services to privately held lower mid-market businesses. Our team has in-depth experience with businesses in the manufacturing, business-to-business, industrial, and healthcare market sectors. Neri Capital has closed over 150 transactions with a total enterprise value of $1.3 billion. Services include:
1. Seller representations
2. Business value estimates
3. Exit planning and strategies
4. Buyer representations
5. Corporate and capital formation

Company website | LinkedIn

 

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, Bob Tankesley, business transition, business valuation, David Shavzin, exit planning, Neri Capital, Profit Sense, profitability coach, Succession Planning, The Profitability Coach, The Value Track

Neeli Shah, The Law Offices of Neeli Shah; Richard Grove, Wall Control; and Tim Fulton, Small Business Matters

June 10, 2021 by John Ray

Wall Control
North Fulton Studio
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Neeli Shah, The Law Offices of Neeli Shah; Richard Grove, Wall Control; and Tim Fulton, Small Business Matters (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 22)

On this edition of ProfitSense, three top-notch business leaders joined host Bill McDermott to share the great work they do. Neeli Shah discussed her decision to start her own firm and how she assists business owners with succession and estate planning. Richard Grove with Wall Control described how his family business developed around their vision of a new product and its subsequent success, and Tim Fulton with Small Business Matters shared his work with peer groups, his new book, and much more. “ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Neeli Shah, The Law Offices of Neeli Shah

Neeli Shah, The Law Offices of Neeli Shah
The Law Offices of Neeli Shah is a boutique will, trusts, and estates law practice that provides comprehensive legal advice to individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits.
At the Law Offices of Neeli Shah, they believe that planning for the future should be purposeful and practical.  They work with and/or help to develop a collaborative team of advisers committed to navigating the planned and unplanned transitions of life.  They strive to empower and enrich the financial lives of those they serve as a source of education, information, and solutions by integrating personal family dynamics and relationships with the financial and tax planning processes.
Company website | LinkedIn

Richard Grove, COO, Wall Control

Wall Control
Richard Grove, Wall Control

Wall Control’s story begins in 1968 in a small tool & die shop just outside Atlanta, Georgia. The first of three generations began their work in building a family-based US manufacturer with little more than hard work and the American Dream. Over the past 50 years, our patriarch has continued to grow and expand with what was once a fledgling tool & die shop into an award-winning US manufacturer of products ranging from automobile components to satellite panels and now, the best wall-mounted tool storage system available today, Wall Control.

The Wall Control brand launched in 2003, and is a family-owned and operated business that not only produces a high-quality American Made product but sees the entire design, production, and distribution process happen under our own roof in Tucker, Georgia. Under that same roof, you’ll still find 3 generations of American Manufacturing hard at work to bring you the best tool storage products available today. We certainly take pride in our history and heritage and that is reflected in the high-quality products we work hard to bring you every day.

Their Commitment: Wall Control is committed to being the industry leader in pegboard style storage & organization. Simply put, no other tool storage system can match the quality, versatility, and value of the award-winning Wall Control System. Their commitment to quality is not only reflected in their product but is also evident in their practices. They strive to do right by their customers every day, starting at product design conception and continuing through with superb product and customer support. Being committed to quality means keeping a close eye on product production to be sure that the Wall Control values are stamped into every panel and accessory that is produced. They achieve this by manufacturing our entire product line here, in the USA.

Their Product: The award-winning Wall Control pegboard storage system solves five main wall-mounted storage challenges better than any other system available today; Durability, Strength, Versatility, Ease of Installation, and Attractive Appearance.

Durability – Their strong metal pegboard prevents the peg holes from fraying and wearing out over time. Traditional pegboard panels start out ugly, wear out quickly, and eventually, the pegboard hooks no longer stay engaged in their peg hole and will fall out when the tool is removed. Their panel face, manufactured in the US from 20 gauge steel, ensures that Wall Control’s system will last a lifetime; many times longer than traditional pegboard products.

Strength – Traditional pegboard is weak by nature due to the material it is made from. The strength of steel, combined with a formed flange around the perimeter, makes their metal pegboard panels over 10 times stronger than conventional pegboard. More strength equals more storage.

Versatility – Their unique “Combo” style panels allow the user the option of utilizing 1/4 in traditional pegboard hooks as well as their own patented, much more secure, “double offset” hook and slot design. Wall Control’s metal panels are also magnetic so you can attach all your magnetic accessories as well. Engineered for both secure engagement and ease of movement, Wall Control’s Hooks, Brackets, Shelves, and Accessories will install easily and stay put. The versatility of these storage panels is also highlighted by the all-steel shelving system that Wall Control panels support. Finally, a pegboard system that has the ability to support substantial weight on a matching, integrated shelving system.

Ease of installation – Wall Control installs in minutes. Ease of installation was a key criterion during the design phase of this pegboard system. Manufactured with a built-in flange on all four sides, the Wall Control storage panel requires no pre-built framework and mounts directly to any flat surface. The flange spaces the panel’s perforated face away from the wall so that the hooks, brackets, and shelves will engage with no wasted area. The convenient 16″x32″ standard size and modular design make it easy to handle and a snap to install. If you have traditional 16″ stud spacing, you can hit studs all the way down your wall with Wall Control’s brilliant mounting hole instructions. If not, have no worries, they include drywall anchors as well, so hitting studs is not required, although obviously preferred, if possible.

Attractive Appearance – Available in eight durable, scratch-resistant, powder-coated colors as well as a very reflective and attractive metallic galvanized finish, Wall Control Storage Systems truly are suitable for use in any location wall-mounted storage is desired in the home, office, or workplace. These high-quality finishes resist rust and stains and even wipe clean with a damp rag. When you combine sleek design with a high-quality finish, you can’t go wrong. Wall Control storage systems are the industry leader when it comes to pegboard tool storage and organization, and for good reason, but don’t take their word for it. They encourage you to check out their online product reviews from reputable places like Amazon and Home Depot to see for yourself that their products truly are in a league of their own when it comes to quality, versatility, value, and ultimately, customer satisfaction.

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Tim Fulton, President, Small Business Matters

Tim Fulton, Small Business Matters

With over 30 years of experience, Small Business Matters (SBM) brings a results-based approach to each and every client. Whether your business has been established for 50 years or 50 days, we are passionate about helping you achieve your goals and mission.

Small Business Matters was established in 1994 as an independent management consulting and training practice. The primary goal of SBM is to increase the effectiveness and enhance the lives of CEOs. Since its founding, Small Business Matters has worked with companies such as Lucent Technologies, Carlson Companies, CB Richard Ellis Real Estate Services, Inc. (formerly Insignia/ESG, Inc.), and Georgia Power.

Small Business Matters is owned and operated in Atlanta, Georgia by Tim Fulton. Tim is a nationally recognized small business coach, consultant, and advocate. He has been involved in the field of entrepreneurship for over three decades as a successful business owner, small business counselor, and adjunct university professor.

Tim is currently a Vistage Emeritus in Atlanta. Vistage is an international membership organization for company CEOs and Presidents that provides a very unique growth experience for its members. In addition, Tim is a former facilitator for the University of Georgia SBDC’s GrowSmart training program, which is designed for growth-oriented small business owners, operators, and executives.

Tim has recently authored a new book, The Meeting, available on his website and where books are sold.

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About “ProfitSense” and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott
Bill McDermott

“ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, Family Business, Law Offices of Neeli Shah, Neeli Shah, profitability coach, Richard Grove, Small Business Matters, Tim Fulton, Wall Control

Diana Murphy, Diana Murphy Coaching, and Scott Autry and Greg Herring of Darnel Quick Recovery

May 13, 2021 by John Ray

Darnel Quick Recovery, Inc.
North Fulton Studio
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Diana Murphy, Diana Murphy Coaching, and Scott Autry and Greg Herring of Darnel Quick Recovery (“Profit Sense with Bill McDermott,” Episode 21)

Business owner coach Diana Murphy joined host Bill McDermott to discuss keeping a positive mindset, staying in your “zone of genius,” avoiding overwork, and more. Scott Autry and Greg Herring of Darnel Quick Recovery also appeared on the show to share the benefits of emphasizing the personal, their management transition, and advice for other business owners. “ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Diana Murphy, Business Owner’s Coach, Diana Murphy Coaching, LLC

Diana Murphy, Diana Murphy Coaching

Diana Murphy Coaching is a high-touch personal coaching practice designed to support business owners in all of the phases of ownership.  She has unique programs and 1:1 coaching available for the important transitions. Early Owner Growth; Sustainable Growth for the Solo Owner & The Regret Proof Sale.

Diana Murphy is a life and mindset coach for the business owner/expert advisor/solopreneur.  She helps business owners grow to reach their business goals while taking brilliant care of their health and life. Diana coaches her clients to achieve their life and business goals by learning how to handle the obstacles that are inevitable along the way.

Company website | LinkedIn | Diana’s Podcast on Apple

Scott Autry, CEO, and Greg Herring, CFO at Darnel Quick Recovery

Darnel, Inc
Scott Autry, CEO, Darnel, Inc.
Greg Herring, CFO, Darnel Inc.

Darnel is a relationship-driven financial restitution services company that understands the delicate balance between accountability and lending a helping hand. Like their banking clients, Darnel knows that maintaining healthy relationships with clients throughout the account process is essential to guarantee financial restitution, customer experience and retention, and an upstanding reputation. Darnel helps their banking clients reduce charge-offs, protect customer relationships, and reduce heavy HR costs. Darnel has been restoring community trust for over forty-five years.

Company website | LinkedIn

 

About “ProfitSense” and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott

“ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” dives into the stories behind some of Atlanta’s successful businesses and business 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.

Tagged With: Bill McDermott, business owner coaching, charge-offs, Darnel Inc, diana murphy, diana murphy coaching, financial restitution, Greg Herring, ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Scott Autry, stay charged

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