On It - Not In It

Today I am excited to be joined by Dr. Aaron Boster, the founder of the Boster Center for Multiple Sclerosis.   Dr. Boster is a multiple sclerosis neurologist who took an unplanned entrepreneurial journey, leaving academia and a large healthcare system to start his own standalone MS center.  In this interview, we'll dive into Dr. Boster's background, the challenges he faced in transition...

Today, we're excited to be joined by Alex Hogan, the president of two construction staffing companies - three PL and Flex Crew.  Alex has an interesting entrepreneurial journey to share. Rather than pursuing a traditional corporate career path, Alex was invited by the CEO of the parent company, Watertown Enterprises, to join the business.  In our conversation, Alex opens up about the common m...

In this episode, Adam Hyland, founder of Ekanova and Go Nova, provides an inside look at his dual-focused marketing agency. Adam explains how his company leverages digital tools to drive political and commercial campaigns, noting the unique complexities of the political space.  He shares strategies for building engaged email lists, adapting to market dynamics, and maintaining work-life balance as...

In this episode, Jordan Danko shares the inspiration behind starting his own company, the challenges he's faced in transitioning from an employee to a business owner, and the strategies he's employed to maintain work-life balance. He also discusses how he's innovating his business model to stay relevant in a constantly evolving industry. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur...

Today, we're excited to be joined by Alex Hogan, the president of two construction staffing companies - three PL and Flex Crew.  Alex has an interesting entrepreneurial journey to share. Rather than pursuing a traditional corporate career path, Alex was invited by the CEO of the parent company, Watertown Enterprises, to join the business.  In our conversation, Alex opens up about the common m...

In this episode, I'm joined by Andy White, the owner and auctioneer at RES Auction Services.  Andy has been in the auction industry for over 22 years, and has grown his company RES Auction Services to specialize in real estate, heavy equipment, construction, and agricultural equipment auctions.    In this in-depth interview, Andy shares his entrepreneurial journey - from starting out with a s...

In this episode, Peggy Gruenke, the founder and co-owner of CPN Legal. Peggy has an incredible entrepreneurial journey to share - from her background in computer science and managing law firms, to starting her own bookkeeping business for the legal community.  Over the course of our conversation, Peggy will discuss what sparked her decision to become a business owner, the misconceptions she faced,...

In this episode, we sit down with Ron Welty, the founder and CEO of IntelliShop, a customer experience research company that has been in business for 25 years. Ron shares the inspiring story behind starting his own firm, the challenges and misconceptions he faced as an entrepreneur, and the importance of maintaining work-life balance and a strong company culture. Ron discusses how he's built...

In this episode, we sit down with Dani and Flip Robison, the co-founders and owners of the Freedom Family of companies. As a married entrepreneurial duo, they share their unique perspective on building a thriving business while navigating work-life balance, partnerships, and adapting to market changes. Hear their insights on overcoming misconceptions, scaling through pivots, and setting ambitious...

In this episode, host Todd Eppert interviews Rob Herman, the Managing Principal of The 4100 Group Financial Services. Rob shares his entrepreneurial background and the unique approach of the 4100 Group, which operates as a permanent capital investor focused on long-term growth in the financial services industry. He discusses the firm's evolution from a single-family office to a comprehensive...

In this episode, we sit down with Brian Bush, the owner of Elite Media Team, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey. Brian shares how he navigated business failure early on, the lessons he learned, and how that shaped his approach to building a successful media agency. He talks about the importance of work-life balance, adapting to industry changes, and his plans to transition the business to the...

In this episode, we sit down with John Chan, the co-owner of Durable Restoration, a company specializing in historic roofing and restoration work. John shares the fascinating journey of how his company evolved from a small slate repair business to a renowned expert in preserving and restoring some of the most iconic and historic buildings around the world. Discover the unique challenges, technique...

In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Niekamp-Urwin, the founder, president, and CEO of Tomorrow's Technology Today. Lisa shares her entrepreneurial journey, from being laid off in the corporate world to starting her own business in 2002. She discusses the misconceptions she had about running a business, the importance of work-life balance in a rapidly changing industry, and the key to maint...

In this episode, we sit down with Franco Kraiselburd, the 22-year-old founder and CEO of Asclepii, a medical device startup. Franco shares his journey from a scientist background to becoming a young entrepreneur, the challenges he's faced, and the lessons he's learned about balancing technical expertise with business leadership. He offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing th...

In this episode, Todd sits down with Jeffrey G. Meyers, CEO and owner of DS Architecture, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey. Jeffrey shares his experiences transitioning from a large corporate firm to a small business, the importance of company culture and work-life balance, and his personal struggles with mental health. He also provides insights into the 10-year ownership transition plan he...

In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Settle, the owner of Kelly Ann Photography, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey. Kelly shares how she transitioned from a career in social work to becoming a successful commercial photographer, highlighting the lessons she's learned along the way. From adapting to industry changes like the shift from film to digital, to embracing new technologies lik...

Join us as we sit down with Carrie Saunders, partner at BCS Engineering and host of the 'E-commerce Made Easy' podcast. With over 20 years of experience helping online businesses thrive, Carrie shares her journey from grad school entrepreneur to industry veteran. Learn about maintaining work-life balance, adapting to industry changes, and the importance of continuous learning in business...

In this episode, we sit down with Brendan Anderson, founder of ScaleCo Capital, a private equity firm focused on micro-cap companies. Brendan shares his journey from commercial banker to business owner and investor, offering valuable insights on entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and strategies for business growth. He discusses Scale Capital's approach to partnering with small business owne...

In this episode, Todd interviews Paul Pahoresky, Managing Member of PRP & Associates. Paul shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges of starting and running an accounting firm. He offers insights on building a strong team, maintaining work-life balance, and staying innovative in a traditional industry. Paul also provides valuable advice for aspiring entrep...

In this episode, we sit down with Engelo Rumora, co-founder and CEO of Oz Realty. Engelo shares his inspiring journey from high school dropout to successful real estate investor and entrepreneur. He discusses his move from Australia to the US, his experiences flipping over 1000 properties, and the valuable lessons he's learned about perseverance, hard work, and adapting to market changes. Eng...

This episode features an interview with Adam Oakerson, president of Extreme Express, a logistics company that has grown from two trucks to over 75 employees across multiple facilities. Adam shares his background in public health and what inspired him to take over a small transportation company in 2018. He discusses the challenges of growing the business, strategies for staying innovative, and advi...

In this episode, Todd interviews John Rampe, President and CEO of Torque Transmission, about his career journey in a small manufacturing business. John discusses how he worked his way up from sales and took on various roles, and shares insights into the opportunities and challenges of running a small business. He also offers advice on evaluating new technologies and avoiding early adoption pitfall...

In this episode, host Todd Expert interviews Terrence McCarron, CEO and founder of OpinionRoute, a survey operations company and technology platform. Terrence shares the story of how he started his business after identifying problems in the market research industry. He discusses the challenges of scaling a business and building a leadership team. Terrence also offers insights into staying innovati...

This episode features an interview with Greg Brown, president of Malta Dynamics. Greg shares his story of unexpectedly taking over leadership of the company after the previous president passed away. He discusses the challenges of stepping into the role with little preparation but a strong belief in the company's vision. Greg also provides insights into how Malta Dynamics has grown its busines...

This episode features an interview with Peter Kubasek, founder and managing partner of ArkMalibu, an investment bank focused on representing one-time sellers. Peter discusses his family history in entrepreneurship, the spark that led him to start his own business, and some of the challenges of growing a successful company over 33 years. He also shares insights into ArkMalibu's approach to inn...