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Dominick Wallace, Wallace Capital Funding, LLC

June 3, 2021 by John Ray

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Dominick Wallace, Wallace Capital Funding, LLC

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Dominick Wallace, Wallace Capital Funding, LLC (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 361)

Dominick Wallace’s experience with his own business gave him an appreciation for the need many small business owners have for reliable funding to keep their businesses running without hiccups. That experience led to his founding Wallace Capital Funding to provide alternative funding options, and he joined host John Ray to share his story. North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Wallace Capital Funding, LLC

In business since 2002, Wallace Capital Funding, LLC provides a friendly funding alternative for small up-start and growing businesses in need of a cash infusion.

Whether clients need funding for new equipment, business real-estate, or to cover staff expenses before a contract payment comes through, Wallace can create a custom funding solution.

Wallace has provided alternative funding solutions for businesses with revenue up to $25 Million and growing, as well as start-up businesses with no revenue yet, but who are on the fast track to success. Their uniting factor is they all wanted a friendly financial advisor they can trust, who has a long-standing track record with numerous resources to provide a customized funding solution.

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Dominick Wallace, Managing Director, Wallace Capital Funding, LLC

Dominick Wallace’s passion lies in growing resources by providing funding to see client’s business dreams come to full fruition. He is a financial savior, growing small businesses by granting them the ability to build their own island to stand on. The organization he founded shares the spotlight with institutions like Wells Fargo, American Express, Capital One, and Bank of America while giving individual attention to the business owners he serves. His partners are coming up on a billion dollars in capital funding given to these small businesses. He is also a contributing author of the number one Amazon Best Seller, The Million Dollar Story, a book about 10 incredible entrepreneurs who hit rock bottom but managed to turn it all around and make a big profit.

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 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.

Michael Conner, ActionCOACH

September 17, 2020 by John Ray

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Michael Conner, ActionCOACH

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Michael Conner, ActionCOACH (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 286)

Michael Conner of ActionCOACH joins host John Ray to discuss the value of having a business coach, the five key elements of a business he focuses on as he coaches business owners, success stories, and much more. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

ActionCOACH

ActionCOACH has been helping people and businesses to work through these kinds of issues for over 15 years. The knowledge and systems developed over that time have brought significant improvements to hundreds of thousands of businesses around the world.

Michael Conner, Certified Business Coach and Speaker, ActionCOACH

Michael Conner would risk doing something great and fail then never try in the first place.

30 years ago Michael heard this and it rings true every day. He’s taken risks and done things others thought couldn’t be done. He knows from hard work, and the willingness to confront the risk of failure, great things can be done.

As a business coach, Michael takes those experiences to supporting small businesses. Small business is the heart blood of our economy. It’s the heart and soul of the American dream. Small business owners are risk takers. They are energetic and full of passion.

As a young man, Michael worked in his parents small business. He grew up around small business and has the heart of the entrepreneur.

The first 10 years of his career was as a pastor a church in the Adirondacks. Michael then started a church in Pittsburgh. He learned how to do marketing, lead generation, and getting the leads to become adopters with a small budget. They grew from 6 to 135 in 18 months.

Michael spent the next 20 years working for big corporations, PwC, Nielsen, Koch Industries, Disney, and finally Fiserv. After getting yet another severance, he decided to start his coaching business. He combined small business, a deep understanding of human nature, and an immense knowledge of business processes to support businesses with a desire to grow.

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn and follow ActionCOACH on Facebook.

Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

How someone can ensure they are getting a good business coach
What should you expect once you decide to invest in a business coach. How to be sure you’re making a good investment
What stage of the business life cycle should an owner invest in a coach

North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and produced virtually from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® 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, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, TuneIn, and others.

Nick Bryant, NickPrint, Inc.

September 15, 2020 by John Ray

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Nick Bryant, NickPrint, Inc.

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Nick Bryant, NickPrint, Inc. (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 284)

Nick Bryant, NickPrint, joins host John Ray to discuss the value of direct mail marketing and what makes it effective, direct mail success stories, and more. Nick also shares why his business has survived and thrived for well over a decade. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

NickPrint, Inc.

NickPrint, Inc. is a full service commercial printing company specializing in marketing materials and print collateral for small businesses. If you need Letterhead, Envelopes, Business Cards, Brochures, Flyers, Postcards, Newsletters or Pocket Folders, give us a call or send us an email! We’d love to quote your next project.

NickPrint, Inc. offers high quality printing at a competitive price. They believe that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. When prospects look at your print collateral, they are looking at more than the words on the page. They are evaluating you and your company. Are your marketing pieces sharp, colorful, and professional? High quality printed pieces go a long way to help you establish credibility. Looking cheap won’t help you to turn prospects into clients. Resist the temptation to print your marketing materials at home.

Nick Bryant, Owner, NickPrint, Inc.

Nick grew up in central Florida and also lived in Indiana for 20 years. He moved to Georgia in 2007 and now lives in Dahlonega with his wife Lesli and family. They enjoy visiting all the waterfalls of the North Georgia mountains and like to play frisbee golf together.

Nick has been in the printing industry for 25 years so his vast experience can help you get the most “bang for your buck” with your marketing dollars and help you market your business with direct mail.

One of Nick’s Favorite quotes: A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but, it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

Different Kinds of Direct Mail
Client and Prospect retention
Is direct mail right for your business?
Learn how to save money on your printing
How I got into printing 25 years ago

Social Media and Email Marketing That Sticks, with Ken Fehner, The Social Gloo

September 15, 2020 by John Ray

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Social Media and Email Marketing That Sticks, with Ken Fehner, The Social Gloo

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Social Media and Email Marketing That Sticks, with Ken Fehner, The Social Gloo (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 283)

What makes for a great email newsletter? What’s the biggest mistake you can make when you put one together? Ken Fehner, The Social Gloo, joins host John Ray to discuss the ins and outs of effective email marketing and much more. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

The Social Gloo

The Social Gloo is an email marketing/social media marketing company. They work with local businesses, start-ups, national and international companies supporting their email and social media needs. The scope of work includes email marketing, social media sites including Facebook management and design, Twitter management and design, LinkedIn management, YouTube video creation & more.

Ken Fehner, Owner, The Social Gloo

Ken Fehner has over 30 years of experience with traditional marketing channels.

Email/Social Media Strategy – Ken. avoids a cookie cutter approach to email and social media. Whether your needs are B2C or B2B he uses proven best practices to get results for clients. He monitors social media engagement so that he can constantly improve social media interaction.

Speaker – Ken also speaks on a variety of topics including “How to Grow Your Business with Social Media and Email.” He has presented dozens of email/social media seminars including the very popular “Be A Facebook Rockstar,” which was an all-day hands-on class where students learn social media best practices for Facebook.

Previous businesses – Ken has worked with I.N. Marketing with almost $10 million in ad revenue generated between 1994 and 2009. He coordinated ad placement and ad creation in 20 key markets for 50+ retail stores. As Owner of Indie Store Radio, he featured new music and music that was exclusive to independent retail stores.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

What is the difference between traditional marketing and social media marketing?
Is email marketing dead?
You are a Constant Contact “Solution Provider.” Tell me more about that.
What is new at Constant Contact? Aren’t they just an email marketing program?
What are some of the common mistakes you see with people doing email marketing or social media?

Exit Planning Exchange, Atlanta Chapter, with David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley

September 10, 2020 by John Ray

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Exit Planning Exchange, Atlanta Chapter, with David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley

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Exit Planning Exchange, Atlanta Chapter, with David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 282)

The Exit Planning Exchange, Atlanta Chapter, is a diverse group of professionals with a common goal: working collaboratively to assist business owners with a sale or business transition. Co-Founders David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley joined host John Ray to discuss the association’s mission and its growth. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

The Exit Planning Exchange

The Atlanta Chapter of the Exit Planning Exchange is a local nonprofit association of advisors who provide professionalism, principles and education to the heart of the middle market. Our members work with business owners in all stages of the private company life cycle: business value growth, business value transfer, and owner life and legacy.

XPX Atlanta is fundamentally changing the trajectory of exit planning services in the Southeast United States.

XPX Atlanta delivers a collaborative-based networking exchange, broad representation of exit planning competencies, and a bridge spanning value-building, value transfer, and life-legacy for business owners. VALUES Work Collaboratively Put the Client First Think Long Term Consider the Human Angle Always be Learning

David Shavzin and Bob Tankesley along with Eric Togneri founded the Atlanta chapter in May 2019 which now has close to 100 members and a dozen sponsors.

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David Shavzin, President, The Value Track

David Shavzin is a passionate exit strategist and succession planning expert. He created The Value Track to help business owners improve profitability, build value, and sell their companies. David brings an outside, objective, and candid perspective in guiding client firms to success.

In getting companies ready for sale, he facilitates strategic planning sessions, conflict resolution, merger negotiations, and helps business partners work through a variety of business challenges. David emphasizes clear, measurable objectives and prioritization of action and resources. He frequently speaks on exit & succession planning, building value and the transaction.

Prior to creating his practice in 2000, David’s career included banking & finance roles; and a dozen years with Aventis. After finance and mergers & acquisitions work in Europe, he was named vice president of a North American division, overseeing finance, operations, supply chain, quality, and technology.

David is Co-Founder of Exit Planning Exchange Atlanta (XPX), a Certified Management Consultant (CMC) and past president of the Institute of Management Consultants (Georgia Chapter). David earned an MBA from George Washington University and a BA from the University of Wisconsin.  He is fluent in French, conversational in Spanish.

Bob Tankesley, Principal, Neri Capital Partners

Bob Tankesley helps business owners transition out of their companies, usually resulting in a sale of the business and the real estate to outside buyers. As a 4th generation entrepreneur, he has a deep affinity for and understanding entrepreneurs, which easily develops into a trust relationship with business owners. Since 2000, Bob has helped business owners understand their businesses better. He helps them think through their long-term goals and plans, educates them on business value and brings the right (collaborative) advisory team around the table.

His early career was in finance for a Fortune 500 company and audit for a Big 4 CPA firm, then he set up his own firm, always with a focus on entrepreneurs and owners. A frequent speaker on these topics, Bob holds a MBA degree and a CPA license. He is Vice President and Co-Founder of Exit Planning Exchange Atlanta, formed to bring advisors together in a collaborative effort to serve their clients.

Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

Why did you agree to start XPX in Atlanta?
Why does Atlanta need another association?
What do you see happening with Exit Planning in the Southeast now…2 years ago?
What are the key tenets of XPX Atlanta and why are they important?
Who are your members? Who should be joining XPX?
How can listeners learn more about XPX Atlanta?

Happy Couples = Happy Kids, with Connie Durham, Connie’s Clever Concepts

September 9, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Happy Couples = Happy Kids, with Connie Durham, Connie's Clever Concepts

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Connie Durham, Connie’s Clever Concepts (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 281)

Through Connie’s Clever Concepts, Connie Durham works with couples to help not only create better relationships for themselves, but with their kids and even at work. The host of “North Fulton Business Radio” is John Ray, and the show is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Connie Durham, Happy Couples = Happier Kids Strategist, Connie’s Clever Concepts

Connie Durham is a Certified Speaker & Trainer with the John Maxwell Team and Authorized Provider of TTI Success Insights Assessments. She has served as an Ambassador & is a current member of the Fayette County Chamber, spent 10 years with the American Business Women Association and is currently an active part of Business Women Fayette Coweta. With 20 years serving in a Leadership position with a direct sales company, Connie won 7 Diamond rings, 2 company cars and 100’s of prizes including private parties at Universal, California and the Atlanta Aquarium.

Connie believes Personal Growth & Communication Skills are KEY in developing a successful businesses & happy Lives. She began Connie’s Clever Concepts in 2018 and now empowers others with communication skills that build Strong Marriages & Profitable Teams. Connie Inspires & Ignites New Life & Energy in people through Proven & Tested Concepts.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

Couples and how opposites attract
Where do our different points of view come from?
Let’s talk about emotions.
Do you make more withdrawals or are you consistent on the deposits?
How can communication skills build a strong marriage & flow into every area of your life?

Branden Lisi, Object 9

September 8, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Branden Lisi, Object 9

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Branden Lisi, Object 9 (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 280)

Branden Lisi, Object 9, joins host John Ray to discuss how digital marketing channels work in a pandemic for generating leads and revenue, success stories, and more. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Branden Lisi, Partner and Brand Strategist, Object 9

Object 9 develops marketing programs that build awareness and growth through sales, public relations and advertising activities. Our brand strategists use research and experience to uncover new and unexpected customer insights. These insights, in turn, drive “campaigns” and “promotions” that are executed in traditional and digital channels by our creative team.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

Competing for business on the internet
Tradeshows and other traditional channels through which salespeople generate relationships are closed right now. Their clients are growing because they have a plan.
Generating leads for all types of B2B; manufacturing, franchise development, professional services all need digital
Paid digital gets you to the front of the mind; versus SEO and content marketing which are a long, slower game.
Martech stack 5 layers:
1. inbound;
2. website,
3. CRM/marketing automation;
4. Email
5. Analytics
Understand your customers channels; where are they reading, listening and watching right now. Don’t assume; research, then plan accordingly.

Commercial Office Space on the Georgia 400 Corridor, with Danny Vander Maten, Cresa

September 2, 2020 by John Ray

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Commercial Office Space on the Georgia 400 Corridor, with Danny Vander Maten, Cresa

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Commercial Office Space on the Georgia 400 Corridor, with Danny Vander Maten, Cresa (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 277)

Danny Vander Maten of Cresa joins the show to discuss his specialty, commercial office space on the Georgia 400 corridor in Roswell and Alpharetta, and what the future may hold. “The host of “North Fulton Business Radio” is John Ray, and the show is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Danny Vander Maten, Vice President – Tenant Representation, Cresa

Cresa is the world’s most trusted occupier-centric commercial real estate firm. They strategize for the best possible results for occupiers everywhere. They think beyond space. Partner without conflict. And apply their integrated expertise to make a client’s business better.

Danny joined Cresa in Spring of 2016 and brings a diverse background with nearly 10 years’ experience in finance, business operations and strategy to his clients’ real estate transactions. At Cresa, Danny’s primary responsibilities include strategic planning, lease analysis, negotiations, and cost mitigation. As a registered Certified Public Accountant with an active license in the state of Georgia, Danny provides unique financial insight into every critical aspect of the transaction.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

How did you get into Real Estate?
What is a Tenant Rep?
What are companies doing right now?
Is “Work from Home” really working?
What is your favorite thing about what you do?

Sheryl LaPlace, Insperity

September 1, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Sheryl LaPlace, Insperity

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Sheryl LaPlace, Insperity (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 278)

Sheryl LaPlace, Insperity, joins host John Ray to discuss why a PEO can offer welcome relief for a small to medium-sized company seeking to streamline their internal administrative burden while offering enhanced benefits for their employees. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually by the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Sheryl LaPlace, Senior Human Resources Specialist, Insperity

Sheryl LaPlace is a senior human resource specialist with Insperity, a trusted advisor to America’s best businesses for more than 34 years, provides an array of human resources and business solutions designed to help improve business performance.

Offering the most comprehensive suite of products and services available in the marketplace, Insperity delivers administrative relief, better benefits, reduced liabilities and a systematic way to improve productivity through its premier Workforce Optimization® solution.

Additional company offerings include Traditional Payroll and Human Capital Management, Time and Attendance, Performance Management, Organizational Planning, Recruiting Services, Employment Screening, Retirement Services and Insurance Services.

With 2019 revenues of $4.3 billion, Insperity supports more than 100,000 businesses with over 2 million employees nationwide.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

What is a PEO, and how can companies benefit from partnering with a PEO?
What services/solutions does Insperity provide?
How can working with a PEO help businesses navigate the COVID-19 pandemic?
Why is it crucial for employers to have a trusted third-party advisor to rely on for guidance and insight at this time?
How does the co-employment relationship work?
How can a company gain a competitive advantage by using a PEO?
How does a business owner know when it is a good time to start working with a PEO?
Tell us a little about yourself, and your career journey?