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Alpharetta Tech Talk: Rachel Stuve, Golden Seeds

December 20, 2019 by John Ray

Alpharetta Tech Talk

Alpharetta Tech Talk: Rachel Stuve, Golden Seeds

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“Alpharetta Tech Talk,” Episode 5: Rachel Stuve, Golden Seeds

Data analytics leader Rachel Stuve was recently voted one of LinkedIn’s top voices in 2019 for Data Science and Analytics. She joins “Alpharetta Tech Talk” to discuss a variety of topics, including her career in data analytics, data and the customer experience, how a data analytics program drives a company’s value, and her role with Golden Seeds, and more. “Alpharetta Tech Talk” is hosted by John Ray and broadcast from the North Fulton Business RadioX® studio inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Rachel Stuve, Golden Seeds

Rachel Stuve is Director of Analytics with Golden Seeds, an early-stage investment firm with a focus on female leaders. Golden Seeds is dedicated to pursuing investment returns through the empowerment of women entrepreneurs and the people who invest in them. The group was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in New York City, with active chapters in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, and Silicon Valley. Golden Seeds’ angel network has become one of the largest in the country, with over 275 members nationwide.

Rachel is a founding member of the Atlanta Golden Seeds chapter. In addition to her work in the angel investment community, Rachel has over 15 years experience in healthcare, manufacturing, government, retail, and IT services as a seasoned analytics professional. Through Golden Seeds, she mentors women entrepreneurs in collecting and monetizing data, customer experience, data security and more.

For more information, you can contact Rachel through LinkedIn. To learn more on Golden Seeds, you can find their website here.

“Alpharetta Tech Talk” is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®, located inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. 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 approximately $12.9 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.

Frazier & Deeter’s Business Beat: James Dawson, Frazier & Deeter

December 18, 2019 by John Ray

Business Beat

Frazier & Deeter's Business Beat: James Dawson, Frazier & Deeter

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Show Summary

James Dawson, Frazier & Deeter international tax partner, joins host Roger Lusby, CPA to address how middle market businesses will be affected by Brexit, the U.S.-China trade war, and changing global supply chain patterns. “Business Beat” is brought to you by Alpharetta CPA firm Frazier & Deeter.

James Dawson, Frazier & Deeter

James Dawson is an experienced international business and tax advisor in growing global enterprises. His focus is on both U.S. and foreign tax planning, structuring of international operations, cross border transactions, project management and coordination of services in foreign jurisdictions. James provides a full range of international tax and accounting services for both private and public companies. His experience includes tax efficient global supply chain management, international reorganization planning, due diligence, efficient planning for movement of both intellectual property and cash, acquisition planning, tax efficient inbound planning, maximization of export incentives, transfer pricing consultation and addressing both U.S. and local country controversy matters.

To find out more, go to the Frazier & Deeter website here, email James, or call 404-573-4136.

Frazier & Deeter

The Alpharetta office of Frazier & Deeter is home to a thriving CPA tax practice, a growing advisory practice and an Employee Benefit Plan Services group. CPAs and advisors in the Frazier & Deeter Alpharetta office serve clients across North Georgia and around the country with services such as personal tax planning, estate planning, business tax planning, business tax compliance, state and local tax planning, financial statement reviews, financial statement audits, employee benefit plan audits, internal audit outsourcing, cyber security, data privacy, SOX and other regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions and more. Alpharetta CPAs serve clients ranging from business owners and executives to large corporations.

Roger Lusby, host of Frazier & Deeter’s “Business Beat,” is an Alpharetta CPA and Alpharetta Office Managing Partner for Frazier & Deeter. He is also a member of the Tax Department in charge of coordinating tax and accounting services for our clientele. His responsibilities include a review of a variety of tax returns with an emphasis in the individual, estate, and corporate areas. Client assistance is also provided in the areas of financial planning, executive compensation and stock option planning, estate and succession planning, international planning (FBAR, SFOP), health care, real estate, manufacturing, technology and service companies.

You can find Frazier & Deeter on social media:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/frazier-&-deeter-llc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrazierDeeter
Twitter: https://twitter.com/frazierdeeter

An episode archive of Frazier & Deeter’s “Business Beat” can be found here.

Dean Robertson, Integrated Insurance Solutions, and Josh Bernstein, Josh Bernstein Media

December 18, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Dean Robertson, Integrated Insurance Solutions, and Josh Bernstein, Josh Bernstein Media

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 185: Dean Robertson, Integrated Insurance Solutions, and Josh Bernstein, Josh Bernstein Media

Unrecognized insurance needs for businesses and smart Google advertising were the topics featured on this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio” as Dean Robertson, Integrated Insurance Solutions, and Josh Bernstein, Josh Bernstein Media, joined the show. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from the North Fulton Business RadioX® studio inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Dean Robertson, Integrated Insurance Solutions

Dean Robertson is President and CEO of Integrated Insurance Solutions, an independent insurance agency located in Johns Creek GA. He started the business in 2001 after an 11 year career as a PGA Professional. Integrated Insurance Solutions offers commercial insurance, providing a wide-range of protection for businesses and their subsidiaries under a single policy. Personal insurance products are offered as well, with protection for homes, automobiles and personal possessions, along with personal liability coverages. Integrated Insurance Solutions’ goal is to establish successful partnerships by understanding the needs and concerns of each client.

Dean still enjoys golf, tennis and the outdoors, his favorite times were coaching one of his three children’s sports over the years. Dean is an active Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow.

To learn more, go to the Integrated Insurance Solutions website, Email Dean directly, or call 770-667-3636.

Josh Bernstein, Josh Bernstein Media

Josh Bernstein owns Josh Bernstein Media and is regarded as a leading independent Google Ads expert in Metro Atlanta. He receives annual certification as a Google Qualified Professional and is also a Google Partner. Josh has promoted an impressive list of brands including JCPenney, Bridgestone Golf, SCANA, Chick-fil-a, The Battery Atlanta/Atlanta Braves, Mitsubushi, Hooters and many others. He also specializes in Google display ads, YouTube video ads and social media advertising.

Josh has over 12 years experience primarily in the paid search space, and over 16 years in marketing, public relations and advertising.

To learn more, go to the Josh Bernstein Media website or email Josh directly.

North Fulton Business Radio” is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®, located inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. 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 approximately $12.9 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.

Andy Kalajian, Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, and Kevin Quirk, Harvest Connect

December 12, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Andy Kalajian, Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, and Kevin Quirk, Harvest Connect

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 184: Andy Kalajian, Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, and Kevin Quirk, Harvest Connect

On this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio,” Andy Kalajian, Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting discussed his executive coaching brand and the power of a positive mindset, while Kevin Quirk, Harvest Connect, explained how his company has made inroads in Georgia’s hemp industry. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Andy Kalajian, Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting

Andy Kalajian has been a highly sought-after public speaker for more than 25 years. He has received public acclaim for his brand, EnTheos, which is Latin for “Spirit Within” and predecessor to the word Enthusiasm. Through Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting, Andy delivers powerful talks and lessons steeped in wisdom literature and practical application into busy lifestyles. As a certified John Maxwell coach, Andy helps professionals sharpen business skills, and offers Mastermind group teaching, and one-on-one executive coaching.

Andy is a native of Detroit, MI. In high school, he read such books as “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill and “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie. He was awarded the prestigious Evans Scholarship, a full academic and leadership scholarship for golf caddies, to study at Michigan State University, where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Medical Technology. Andy started his professional career by blending his lifelong passion for medicine and public speaking with a position in Medical Sales, in Atlanta. He formerly held positions at MicroPort Orthopedics, Zimmer Biomet and ConforMIS.

Andy’s professional tagline, “Transformational thought in action,” reminds clients that they can permanently change the destiny of their life by changing the nature of their thoughts and actions.

To learn more, go to the Fort Leadership and Sales Consulting website, email Andy directly, or call 770-597-9005.

Kevin Quirk, Harvest Connect

Kevin Quirk is Chief Executive Officer at Harvest Connect, a brand company focused on the hemp-derived CBD market. Harvest Connect’s entities include Georgia Good, Graceleaf, CBD Store and More, and Harvest Canopy, the medical marijuana division covering aspects of the cultivation, processing, retail and wholesale of CBD, hemp and medical marijuana.

Harvest Connect’s mission is to be the positive change agent for all things cannabis in the state of Georgia. The company works to bring ethical practices to the hemp industry, improve the lives of Georgians, create jobs, and give back to the community.

Kevin has more than 25 years experience in general, brand and financial management. He brings knowledge of FDA and USDA compliance through the founding and selling of an organic juice company. In addition, he has an extensive background in consumer packaged goods through former management roles at The Coca-Cola Company and Anheuser-Busch.

To learn more, go to the Harvest Connect website, email Kevin directly, or call 703-609-6643.

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 3: Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc.

December 12, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 3: Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc.

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ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 3: Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc.

On this edition of “ProfitSense with Bill McDermott,” Ken Madren, CEO of PermaTherm, discusses the importance of managing by the numbers, maintaining a strong company culture, and much more. “ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” is broadcast from the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc.

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.

For more information visit PermaTherm’s website. You can reach Ken by email or phone, 770-843-5363. Also connect with Ken on LinkedIn.

About Your Host, Bill McDermott

Bill McDermott is Founder and CEO of McDermott Financial Solutions. After over three decades working for both national and community banks, Bill uses his expert knowledge to assist closely held companies with improving profitability, growing their business and finding financing. Bill is passionate about educating business owners about pertinent topics in the banking and finance arena.

He currently serves as Treasurer for the Atlanta Executive Forum and has held previous positions as 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 complete show archive for ProfitSense with Bill McDermott” can be found at profitsenseradio.com.

Andrew Bell, Affinity Bank

December 10, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Andrew Bell, Affinity Bank

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 183: Andrew Bell, Affinity Bank

Andrew Bell, Affinity Bank, joined “North Fulton Business Radio” to talk about Affinity’s expansion into North Fulton and how they serve business customers. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Andrew Bell, Affinity Bank

Andrew Bell is Vice President in Commercial Business Development at Affinity Bank. He serves the north Atlanta business community with a high level “white glove” focus on service and a strong technology driven banking platform.

Affinity Bank was established in 2010, however the bank started as Atlanta Business Bank in 2002. The full-service bank serves individual and business clients in Atlanta and across the Southeast through a technology-driven operating platform and personal service. Clients include medical and dental practices, attorney offices, churches, nonprofits, and more.

To learn more, go to the Affinity Bank website, email Andrew, or call directly 912-536-5875.

James Daniel, The Advisory Firm, and Jeff Armacost, Whole Brain Brands

December 9, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

James Daniel, The Advisory Firm, and Jeff Armacost, Whole Brain Brands

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 182: James Daniel, The Advisory Firm, and Jeff Armacost, Whole Brain Brands

On this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio,” James Daniel of The Advisory Firm discussed the advantages of fee-only financial planning, while Jeff Armacost, Whole Brain Brands, offered both business and personal branding advice. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

James Daniel, The Advisory Firm

James Daniel owns The Advisory Firm, a fee-only fiduciary wealth management practice providing planning, investment and tax services to clients throughout North Georgia.

James is a former electrical engineer. He entered the financial services industry as a professional stock trader and transitioned to a full service broker/dealer. He started his Alpharetta-based firm in 2006, and has experience from the consumer perspective, as well as on the product sales side. James offers financial planning with no product selling. His approach to planning is about designing client strategy and educating you on what needs to be done to accomplish objectives.

To learn more, go to The Advisory Firm website, email James directly, or call 678-566-3711.

Jeff Armacost, Whole Brain Brands

Jeff Armacost is the Chief Brand Guy for his firm, Whole Brain Brands. The company has offered brand identity, brand communications, website design and social media expertise to such clients as Coca-Cola, Emory University and the Jimmy Carter Library.

Jeff has decades of experience as a brand strategist. He and his team at Whole Brain Brands provide high-level project management, understanding that new technologies have fundamentally changed the way companies and consumers engage with brands. They create a strategy that develops as businesses grow and evolve, so clients are ready for new opportunities as they arise.

To learn more, go to the Whole Brain Brands website, email Jeff directly, or call 404-514-6588.

Donna Beatty, Frazier & Deeter, and Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

December 3, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Donna Beatty, Frazier & Deeter, and Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 180: Donna Beatty, Frazier & Deeter, and Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

Tax strategies and advice for small businesses and money-saving alternative individual and group health insurance coverage were the topics on this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio” as Donna Beatty, Frazier & Deeter, and Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group joined the show. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Donna Beatty, Frazier & Deeter

Donna Beatty is a Tax Partner with Frazier & Deeter, a full service CPA tax, advisory and consulting firm. Frazier & Deeter has offices throughout the nation and in London, including locations in midtown Atlanta and Alpharetta, GA.

Donna lives in Roswell and graduated from the University of Georgia Terry School of Business. She has worked in public accounting for most of her career. Donna delights in helping clients to coordinate tax issues and related planning. Her expertise includes business income reported on individual returns, and how to manage the nuances of this tax paying structure.

To learn more go to the Frazier & Deeter website, email Donna, or call 404 573-4098.

Bill Neglia, Neglia Insurance Group

Bill Neglia owns Neglia Insurance Group and specializes in working with self employed individuals, families business owners and their employees. The firm’s primary focus is to provide advice and outside-the-box solutions regarding healthcare and other benefits insurance plans such as life, disability, long term care, dental, vision and Medicare supplements. Bill’s firm has access to all of the major insurance carriers as well as many smaller niche companies that offer plans and strategies that are not offered by the traditional insurance providers.

Because Neglia Insurance Group is individually owned and locally operated, you get the personal attention you deserve. You don’t have to talk to a machine or push buttons to get answers about your insurance questions.

To learn more go to the Neglia Insurance Group website, email Bill, or call 404-433-8838.

Gabrielle Mills, Sourced, and Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching

December 2, 2019 by John Ray

Becky Berry Coaching and Gabrielle Mills Sourced

North Fulton Business Radio

Gabrielle Mills, Sourced, and Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 179: Gabrielle Mills, Sourced, and Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching

On this edition of “North Fulton Business Radio,” Gabrielle Mills of Sourced talked about her firm’s outsourced service offerings for small businesses, while Becky Berry of Becky Berry Career Coaching also joined the show to discuss how she helps individuals in their career journey. “North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and is broadcast from inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Gabrielle Mills, Sourced

Gabrielle Mills is co-owner of Sourced, which provides complete back office support for small businesses. Sourced solves two of the toughest problems for small business owners: lack of time and lack of resources. Their full-service, a la carte back office solution is designed to equip clients with customized support in the four most critical gaps within the back office operations: content marketing, bookkeeping, office assistance, and placement services. Their model allows small and medium business owners to have an entire multi-level team of support, all acutely focused on helping their clients achieve success, without overstretching their wallet.

Gabrielle’s mother, Chrissy, is her business partner. Prior to starting Sourced, Gabrielle spent five years working with the InterContinental Hotels Group in Brand Marketing Manager and other marketing positions.

To learn more, go to the Sourced website, email Gabrielle directly, or call 678-744-8877.

Becky Berry, Becky Berry Career Coaching

Becky Berry is owner of Becky Berry Career Coaching where she coaches women who are ready to own their careers and want to level it up at work. Her clients learn how to present their work, go after unexpected opportunities, and negotiate salaries that reflect their true value. After working with Becky, clients own their value and know how to sell that value to prospective employers. She has clients who’ve moved from earning $42,000 a year to earning $72,000 a year in one job change. Becky also works with executive women who lead teams and companies.

Becky formerly worked in Special Education for Fulton County Schools and served as Director of School Site Programs for the Star House Foundation.

To learn more go to the Becky Berry Career Coaching website, email Becky directly, or call 404-480-0849.