Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Mary Parker of Infinite Potential Counseling to explore a radically different approach to mental health. Instead of managing symptoms for years, Mary focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes —from diet and toxins to genetics and lifestyle. After a personal journey that led her to question traditional medical approaches...

Welcome to Rock Solid: The Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast , hosted by Bryan Eisenberg . In this episode, Bryan sits down with Blayre Pena , a highly accomplished attorney and one of only ~400 board-certified civil appellate lawyers in Texas—and the only one in Williamson County with this distinction. Blayre shares: ⚖️ What civil appellate law actually is (and why it matters) 🚨 The #1 mistake...

What happens when two data experts decide to bring enterprise-level analytics to small businesses? In this episode of Rock Solid , host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Arantza Garcia Delfin and Femke Munting , co-founders of Amralytics , to talk about how small businesses can stop guessing and start using data to grow with confidence. Arantza and Femke share how their work with local businesses unc...

What if the best classroom didn’t have walls? In this episode of Rock Solid: The Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast , host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Joecelyn Esparza , founder of Wild Explorers Nature Co-op , to talk about reconnecting kids and families with the outdoors. After seeing the powerful impact nature had on her own children during 2020, Joecelyn began building outdoor micro-commun...

What does it really mean to be a community banker ? In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Aaron Dominguez of Frost Bank — a leader whose impact stretches far beyond banking. Aaron serves on multiple boards including the Round Rock Chamber, the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber, the Round Rock Baseball League, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Chasco Family YMCA. But...

What does it take to lead one of Texas’ fastest-growing cities? In this episode of Rock Solid: The Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast , host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Mayor Craig Morgan to discuss the transformation of Round Rock, Texas — from economic development strategy to downtown revitalization, data centers, tourism, and building a financially sound city. Mayor Morgan shares: The story...

What happens when life’s highest highs and lowest lows collide in the same year? In this powerful episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Tracey Janowitz, serial entrepreneur, community builder, and co-founder of Patriot MMA & Fitness and Hippo Social Club in Round Rock, Texas. Tracey shares her remarkable journey: • Meeting her husband and going “all in” on life and busines...

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Nico Martinez, co-founder of Prociglieri and longtime startup technologist, to talk about his global entrepreneurial journey—from building engineering teams at Ticketmaster and NBCUniversal to now advising startups as a fractional CTO. Nico shares hard-won lessons about: • Why startups often fail at execution (and how to avoid it)...

Did you know Round Rock is home to a Texas A&M university campus? On this week’s Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Charley Ayres, Director of Student Relations at Texas A&M University–Central Texas, to talk about the growing presence of higher education in our own backyard. Charley shares how the university is transforming access to education for local students—through partnership...

Discover how the Round Rock Chamber achieved a historic milestone of 1,001 members and what it means for the future of local business. Host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with community leaders live at the State of the Chamber Power Lunch to break down the Chamber’s biggest wins of the year. Special guests include: Selicia Sanchez-Adame, 2024 Board Chair of the Round Rock Chamber Jordan Robinson, Presi...

Cam Houser, founder of ActionWorks and creator of the globally adopted 3-Day Startup program, joins Rock Solid to talk about what really drives entrepreneurial success — action. In this high-energy episode, Cam and Bryan Eisenberg dig into the new Jumpstart program launching in Round Rock, TX, designed to push aspiring founders from dreaming to doing. Learn why Cam avoids typical networking, how r...

What does it really take to own a Habitat for Humanity home? This week on Rock Solid, we sit down with Philip Golden, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Williamson County, to discuss how they’re building homes—and changing lives—in Central Texas. Philip shares heartwarming stories, including the emotional dedication of a long-delayed home, and explains the true process behind Habitat’s hom...

From cheer coach and cosmetologist to corporate sales and finally a mindset coach, Jayme Shiarla's journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this powerful episode of Rock Solid, Jayme opens up about her past trauma, her leap of faith into entrepreneurship, and the importance of challenging limiting beliefs. She shares how her podcast Make Time for Your Mind with Coach Jayme empowers listeners...

What if a photo could change how you see yourself for the rest of your life? In this powerful episode of Rock Solid , Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Felicia Reed , renowned photographer, mindset coach, and speaker, whose work goes far beyond the camera. Felicia doesn’t focus on lighting, lenses, or technical perfection — she focuses on connection , safety , and liberation . Felicia shares how her...

Small and medium-sized businesses are standing at the edge of a massive opportunity—and a massive risk. In this episode of Rock Solid , Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Logan Dunaway, an IT specialist focused on SMBs, to unpack what AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation really mean for local businesses today. They dive into: Why SMBs are more agile—and better positioned—than enterprises to a...

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with registered dietitian Maggie Stenson to bust nutrition myths and dive deep into what really matters when it comes to healthy eating. From the truth about breakfast and social media fads, to the difference between dietitians and influencers, Maggie shares a refreshingly personalized approach to nutrition. We discuss:• Why "break...

In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Joe Austin—former championship-winning college football coach turned business strategist. Known affectionately as "Coach Joe," he dives into the powerful parallels between leading a football team and running a successful business. Joe shares insights on: • Why systems and processes are the secret to winning—on the field and in the offic...

What if failing 9 times was exactly what you needed to unlock your purpose? In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Wen Zhang, founder of If Not Now, Wen and a passionate advocate for authentic leadership and storytelling. Wen shares her incredible journey from a remote village in China—where speaking up as a girl was discouraged—to building a global community that empow...

At just 14 years old, Arjun Sharda is already running a tech consulting business and the largest K-12 networking nonprofit in Texas. In this inspiring episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with this young innovator to talk about: • How Arjun launched a website and hosting company with friends • His nonprofit platform, TLEM, now connecting 4,000+ youth across 37 countries • The chal...

Anita Steenson from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience joins Bryan Eisenberg on this episode of Rock Solid to share life-changing insights about SBA's disaster recovery programs. Learn why the SBA isn't just for small businesses — and why renters, homeowners, and nonprofits should absolutely apply for support after a disaster. Key Topi...

In this inspiring episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Suzette Reynoso-Bivens—former TV journalist, Round Rock Chamber ambassador, and founder of Tot Box Café. Suzette shares her powerful story of transformation after the sudden loss of her father, launching two local businesses, and building a supportive community for mothers and families. From a career in film and news to e...

From Dublin to Round Rock, Tracy Donegan shares her inspiring journey as a midwife, tech entrepreneur, and wellness advocate. In this episode of Rock Solid , Tracy discusses: Building apps like GentleBirth and Fertile Mind to support pregnancy and fertility The science behind red light therapy and its impact on pain management, fertility, and chronic conditions Why she transitioned from digital to...

In this episode, Bryan Eisenberg is joined by a remarkable leader and multitasker: Joe Jeffers. Joe is a reservist officer in the U.S. Army, a top national soccer referee (in the top 5% of officials in the country), and a financial planning professional in Round Rock. In this episode we dive into: how Joe developed the emotional control and decision‑making that serve him on the field, in the milit...

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Zahir Walji — affectionately known as the "Wine Guru of Round Rock." From a career in real estate and finance to becoming Central Texas’ leading authority on Bordeaux wines, Zahir shares his journey of passion, persistence, and palate. Learn how he built a thriving wine business in a city still finding its wine identity,...

Most people in Round Rock, Texas have never heard of Trade Management Solutions — but they’ve likely benefited from their work. In this episode of Rock Solid , host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Hector and Alex Quintanar of TMS, a 4PL logistics company quietly powering the supply chains of major brands like Dell. Discover how this local business built a global logistics network, navigates shiftin...