Ask Brien Show

Today we are joined by farmer and Co-CEO of Azuluna Foods, Ken Rapoport. He talks about regenerative agriculture and how Azuluna Foods uses this style of farming to create fantastic meal-delivery options. He discusses their marketing strategy and how Azuluna Foods converts people into customers. Tune in today to learn about healthy foods and how to market a mail-delivery service.  IN THIS EPISODE:...

In this episode, we are joined by the CEO of Albany Farms, Bill Saller. Bill gives some excellent tips on entrepreneurship and the lessons and challenges of creating a start-up. He talks about COVID and supply chain issues that impacted his latest venture, Albany Farms. Tune in today to learn more about Albany Farms and Bill’s suggestions for new entrepreneurs.  IN THIS EPISODE: [10:00] Bill Salle...

In this episode, we are joined by Sr. Mortgage Advisor Michael Fawver. He explains why it is still an excellent time to buy a home, even though interest rates have skyrocketed since the beginning of the year. He explains why it is still an excellent time to buy a home, even though interest rates have skyrocketed since the beginning of the year. He also discusses the market for investors looking to...

In this episode, we are joined by Reagan DeLattre, a CPG professional with 113 Industries. Reagan gives us some great information around insights and analysis that companies can use to reach their customers better. Reagan covers what services 113 Industries provides but also gives a glimpse into the tools entrepreneurs, and small businesses can use who don’t have a budget to hire a company. By ask...

In this episode, we are joined by Michael Tashman, founder of Churn Foods. He discusses the transition from being a high-class chef to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges that he faced when starting Churn Foods. Tune in today to hear about Michael’s love and passion for butter and some great entrepreneur tips.  IN THIS EPISODE: [9:45] What is Churn Foods?  [12:15] What is the sto...

In this episode, we are joined by Matt Olsen, the Vice President of Torrey Pines Bank. Matt walks through the different types of loans available to small business owners and entrepreneurs. He also discusses the difference between big-name branches and customers’ personalized touch with a smaller bank. Matt gives tips on what is a true bank and a scam. Lastly, we touch on how COVID has change...

We are joined by Ryan Boudreau, founder of Good Eye Kid. Good Eye Kid is a product photography company focused on the food and beverage space. Ryan gives us some great tips on positioning product photos and the writing portion of the creative business. We talk about why creative is essential when marketing and selling a product. At the end of the episode, Ryan gives tips for small companies that d...

We are joined by Dr. Anurag Nair who is the director of the Santhigram Foundation. Dr. Anurag Nair educates us on Ayurveda and the position of introducing it as an alternative to modern medicine. Ayurveda is used to create self-awareness, as it helps to uncover many details about what our specific self needs, such as what time to wake up, how to eat, and more. Dr. Anurag Nair also talks to us abou...

We are joined by psychotherapist, author, and short filmmaker Kelley Kitley. Kelley talks with us about starting her psychotherapy job and her entrepreneurial journey. She discusses her journey through becoming sober and the pressure of peers telling her not to share her journey. However, sharing her journey made clients feel more comfortable with her, and her business took off. Tune in today to h...

We are joined by the founder and CEO of Full Measure Education, Greg Davies. Greg digs into what inspired him to get into the education field and what difficulties he has encountered as an entrepreneur. Greg talks to us about his success with three different start-up companies and dives deep into his latest company, Full Measure Education. He talks about the importance of students accessing the ad...

We are joined by Carl and Jeri Goldman, the owners of KHTS radio station. Throughout this episode, we discuss how they built up the success of their station after taking over from near bankruptcy. Carl and Jeri discuss creating a successful partnership inside and outside marriage while working together. Tune in today to hear how Carl and Jeri have pivoted throughout their time in the industry.  IN...

We are joined by speaker and author Peggy Sullivan in today’s episode. Peggy discusses happiness and what it means in day-to-day life and business. She talks about value management and how focusing on our values pushes us towards our true happiness and joy. Peggy discusses the importance of employees having breaks throughout their day and how employers must focus on retaining staff. Tune in...

In today’s episode, we are joined by an engineer, Lyle Rogalla. Lyle touches on what to focus on when creating a new product or service and how to have success within a business. Throughout the episode, we discuss the supply chain issues post-COVID and how to create a successful product. Lyle also touches on what to focus on in the world, including communication and limiting the focus on what is n...

In today’s episode, we are joined by David Henzel, an entrepreneur who has started many businesses over the last 20+ years. David talks to us about creating businesses, how to take a business online, and tips on how to build a successful business. David talks about the importance of habits, how he created partnerships, and his coaching program, Managing Happiness. Tune in today to hear some inspir...

On this​​ episode of the Ask Brien Show , our hosts Brien Johnson and Traci DeForge speak with Jenn Trepeck about entrepreneurship and healthy living. Jenn is an entrepreneur, health coach, and podcast host of Salad with A Side of Fries . Brien, Traci, and Jenn talk about how she started her business as a side hustle and grew it through networking. Jenn shares her 30-30-30 fitness hack and how the...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Commercial Real Estate expert, George Kalta. He discusses his experience buying and selling commercial real estate and how he runs his business. Rarely owning a property for over a year, he discusses his strategy for buying and looking for properties in a building. We also discuss franchises and whether they are a good business decision.  IN THIS EPISODE: [7:06...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Jolene Goring, Social Media and Influencer Marketer. She discusses how to become an influencer, what brands look for, and how to grow your business. She discusses how she went from a very limited social media presence to getting paid over $10,000 for a post. Tune in today to learn what makes a good influencer or what to look for when hiring an influencer!   IN...

In today’s episode, we are joined by John Chaffin, the Founder and President of Western States Machinery Corp. His company provides packaging and processing machinery for some of the largest companies in the United States. John talks about some of his biggest wins, his best practices in business, thoughts on labor shortages, and the future of the production industry. Tune in today to learn about s...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Rolan Reichel, founder and CEO of Arrow. Arrow is artificial intelligence that solves a real problem for millions of businesses which is finding and attracting the right users at the top of the funnel without paid ads. We discuss Rolan’s career background in advertising, what motivated him to start Arrow and how it helps small business owners with content creat...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Wanda Toro Turini, podcast host of Rock-It Fuel Podcast, and the Founder of Ketchwords, and Bull’s Eye Innovations. Ketchwords is a texting platform that allows audiences to text for information and get in their email inbox instantaneously. Wanda shares her story of how she started her first business, the struggles of bringing an innovative product to the...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Robin Saacks, the CEO of Timac Business Systems. Timac Business Systems is business management software that helps small businesses to improve internal controls within the company, and generate meaningful financial and management reports. We discuss what business management software is, how it helps small businesses, and when to upgrade to business management s...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Peggy Sullivan. Peggy is the author of the book “Happiness Is Your Responsibility”, speaker, mindset coach, and founder of a nonprofit for women called SheCAN!. We discuss time management and how it is related to our happiness, the science behind happiness, and Peggy shares a few tips on how to improve your time management skills. Plus, Peggy tells...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Jay Razzouk, the owner of ProSCALE Legal. Jay is a lawyer with a legal coaching business that provides legal templates to coaches and other experts who want to build a solid legal foundation without spending thousands of dollars. We discuss what inspired Jay to start his legal business, how it is different from buying templates off the internet, and the biggest...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Alex Grossman, who is an expert in selling different types of businesses. Alex shares common reasons why people decide to sell their businesses and how some business owners make bad decisions because of emotional attachment. We discuss what is a business evaluation, why it is important, what should be included in the evaluation, and how some business owners mig...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Reenita Malhotra Hora. Reenita is a founder, executive-level content, operations & marketing leader, and prolific writer. We discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the challenges she faced along the way. Reenita gives advice to new entrepreneurs on how to turn a hustle project into a profitable business and how to pick the right vendors for your business....