Kickin' Assets

What happens when your life takes you somewhere you never planned to go? For Susan Rogers, a 20-year career in hospitality eventually led her into ministry, nonprofit leadership, and a calling to serve young people in North Baton Rouge. In this episode, Susan shares the experiences that shaped her from growing up working in her family’s restaurant and becoming a teen mom, to building a career in t...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Dom Luke, entrepreneur, former special operations professional, executive performance advisor, and author of That Others May Love More. Dom takes us inside the mindset and experiences that shaped his approach to helping high-performing executives become better leaders, fathers, husbands, and people. His work goes far beyond traditional business c...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Julio Melara, a longtime Louisiana media leader and business owner, to explore the risks, relationships, and leadership lessons that have shaped his career. Julio shares the story of leaving behind one of the best media jobs in Louisiana to pursue something of his own. That decision ultimately brought him to Baton Rouge, where he par...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Rhett Sandusky to talk about the journey from simply working hard to learning how to build a business that can grow without you. Rhett shares how growing up in Luling, Louisiana, and watching his father instill an entrepreneurial mindset shaped his approach to business from an early age. What started with a lawnmower, a weed eater, a...

In this episode of Kickin' Assets, we sit down with Guy Oliver, owner of GW Oliver Aquatics, for one of the most honest conversations we've had about entrepreneurship, success, and what truly matters at the end of the day. For nearly three decades, Guy has built one of Louisiana's premier commercial and residential pool companies, but he shares that his greatest growth didn't c...

In this episode of Kickin' Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Justin Obney to explore the mindset behind building businesses that adapt, innovate, and stand the test of time. Justin shares the experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, the lessons he's learned through both success and adversity, and why staying curious has been one of his greatest competitive advantages. Fro...

In this episode of Kickin' Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Jordan Arcement to discuss the mindset, discipline, and vision it takes to build a successful business while creating opportunities for others along the way. Jordan shares his entrepreneurial journey from recognizing opportunities where others saw obstacles to developing a leadership style rooted in trust, accountability, and co...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with entrepreneur JP Ngo to explore a journey defined by perseverance, adaptability, and an unwavering belief in creating opportunities where none exist. JP shares his story of overcoming obstacles, embracing change, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship while staying true to his values. From learning to thrive in unfamiliar environments...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Miller Hilliard, owner of Surety Bond Solutions, to discuss what it takes to grow a traditional business in a rapidly changing world and why relationships still matter more than ever. At just 29 years old, Miller has already built a reputation as an entrepreneur who blends old-school values with modern innovation. From coaching high school soccer...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Jeff Lejeune, owner of Greenup Lawn & Shrub Care, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from the ground up and sustain it for more than two decades. Jeff shares the story of starting with little more than a car, a mower, and a willingness to outwork everyone around him. Twenty plus years later, Greenup has grown...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Brinkley Maginnis a master connector, former casting director, and founder of BAM Consulting whose career is defined by reinvention, resilience, and relentless drive. Brinkley shares her journey from building a successful casting company in the Louisiana film industry to losing it all when tax incentives disappeared forcing her to pi...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Phil Nicaud to talk about the mindset behind building businesses that last. Phil shares the lessons he’s learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey from taking risks and navigating uncertainty to developing the leadership skills required to grow teams and scale operations. Through candid stories and practical insight, Phil explains why patien...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Patrick Gremillion to talk about what it really takes to lead, grow, and build something you’re proud of day in and day out. Patrick shares his journey through business and leadership, highlighting the lessons that only come from experience: taking responsibility, earning trust, and showing up consistently when it matters most. He breaks down the...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Nick Miller, owner of Build Commercial Construction in Baton Rouge, to talk about betting on yourself, building the right team, and leading with long-term vision. Raised in a family of entrepreneurs and deeply influenced by his grandfather a master carpenter and serial business owner Nick always knew he wanted to build something of his own. But i...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with entrepreneur Josh Culbreth to unpack the mindset and discipline required to build something from nothing and keep building when things get hard. Josh shares his journey into entrepreneurship, the early lessons that shaped his work ethic, and the risks he took when stability would have been the safer option. He opens up about navigating uncertaint...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Cory Couture , former Division I and NFL athletic trainer and co-owner of Trifecta Sports Therapy , to unpack his journey from small-town Louisiana to some of the most elite athletic environments in the world and how that path ultimately led him into entrepreneurship. Cory reflects on growing up in Patterson, Louisiana, where sports shaped his l...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Baton Rouge photographer Jordan Hefler to explore her journey from creative kid with a camera to a sought after professional working across portraits, concerts, and editorial photography. Jordan shares how growing up immersed in art and music shaped her eye, why social skills matter just as much as technical skill in photography, and how shooting...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets, we sit down with Dr. W. Alan Coulter organizational psychologist, educator, and lifelong student of human behavior for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, work, and what it truly means to build organizations that last. Dr. Coulter shares his journey from a lower-middle-class upbringing in Texas to earning a PhD and spending decades coaching leaders, teams,...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Toby Massengale entrepreneur, investor, and EOS Implementer to explore what it really takes to build a durable business and a healthy leadership team. Toby shares his journey from growing and exiting a successful landscaping company to guiding founders through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Through honest stories and hard-earned les...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , former MLB pitcher Josh Wall shares the remarkable story behind his transition from professional baseball to becoming a multi-business entrepreneur. From being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers out of high school, grinding through years in the minor leagues, tasting the big-league dream, and ultimately choosing a new path Josh’s journey is rooted in resilience,...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Stuart Gilly a contractor, business leader, and straight-shooting family man whose story is rooted in grit, gratitude, and doing things the right way. Stuart shares how growing up in a small town shaped his values, why humility beats ego in business, and how staying true to your word builds more trust than any marketing strategy ever could. Stua...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Coach Carey Ourso — former state championship baseball coach turned entrepreneur and author,  — to unpack the lessons that shaped his success on and off the field. Coach Carey shares how his journey through coaching, tragedy, and entrepreneurship taught him the power of faith, perseverance, and people-centered leadership. From growing a cleaning...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Jonah Fry , Owner and Creative Director of Lettuce Media , the production company behind this very podcast. Jonah shares his journey from making skate videos as a teenager to leading one of the Gulf South’s most innovative video production teams. He opens up about how Lettuce Media began, the lessons learned through creative entrepreneurship, an...

In this episode, West down with Jenny Ruggerio, Executive Vice President of Finance at Enfra, to talk about leadership, technical accounting, and the power of empathy in management. From implementing ASC 606 to guiding her team through major ERP overhauls, Jenny shares how she built a thriving finance organization rooted in autonomy, trust, and servant leadership. They dive into Jenny’s journey fr...

In this episode of Kickin’ Assets , we sit down with Christy Baker, Employee Benefits Advisor at NFP, to talk about the power of persistence, networking, and authentic relationship-building in business. Christy shares her journey from launching nutrition programs to leading in corporate sales, and how she’s mastered the art of staying top-of-mind with clients through trust, consistency, and massiv...