Extra Innings

Listen in on a few of our favorite moments from the beginning of season 3! Haven't caught up yet? Check out all episodes here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jay-myers95

Emery Ellinger, CEO of Aberdeen Advisors joins Jay to discuss M&As and what it takes to sell a business in today's economy. From Jay's adage "Sell the business when it's ready, not when you're ready", the duo take off and discuss what it means to separate personal connections from the contract and more. This can't miss episode is perfect for all business owners lo...

What is it like to leave the business world and the rat race of life? Jay and Karl Schieneman, former entrepreneur, discuss Karl's career path and journey to Brazil, where he lives as an ex-pat, and how he stays busy now. To learn more about Jay Myers or his podcast guests, visit www.jaymyersceo.com.

Mike Bruns, Owner of Bruns Holdings is a powerhouse guest and for good reason. Not only does has he had an illustrious career, but he's used that success to give back to worthy causes in the community including, LeBonheur National Leadership Council, The Society of Entrepreneurs, Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare Board of Directors, Campbell Foundation Board Trustee and Youth Villages among other...

Listen in as Jay and longtime friend Ed Horrell discuss customer service and how to empower employees to be great. As founder of The Kindness Revolution, a business-led initiative teaching both companies and students the importance of respectful and engaging behavior, Ed has trained companies like FedEx, Verizon Wireless, and the United States Postal Service (just to name a few!) on the importance...

In this episode of Extra Innings, hear from Ken Kimble, the Managing Director of Development for Youth Villages, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families live successfully. Jay interviews Ken on his career journey and how his experience through Boy Scouts of America and his family roots in Memphis brought him to Youth Villages,...

Listen in as Jay interviews longtime friend and former FedEx Managing Director Madan Birla. Madan has successfully coached businesses and educated many on the power of unleashing creativity. Madan's three books have been renowned internationally with his second book, titled FedEx Delivers: How the World’s Leading Shipping Company Keeps Innovating and Outperforming the Competition , having been...

Jay sits down with Lydia Rosencrants, Dean for the School of Business at Memphis-based CBU to discuss the pressure that kids face while attending college in today's world, her own journey to university leadership, and balancing career and family.  To learn more about Jay Myers and his guests, visit www.jaymyersceo.com

In the 4th episode of season 3, Jay interviews Austin Baker, President of HRO partners. Austin and Jay discuss the challenges of HR in today's work climate, how important mentorship is for business and more.  To learn more about Jay Myers, or to book him for speaking engagements, visit www.jaymyersceo.com.

In the world of entrepreneurship, it's often family that's along for the ride. In this special episode, the Extra Innings team sits down with Jay and oldest child Jordan Myers. The duo discuss the highs and lows of business, working together, planning for acquisition, and navigating through the nuanced relationship of father/son and boss/executive. Hear how insights from Jay's career have been piv...

Jay talks with powerhouse marketing maven Megan Dutta, Editor in Chief of LAVNCH, and Director of Emerging Markets for rAVe Agency. Listen in as Megan discusses her career, what's next in AV and Tech, and why celebrating and sharing the stories of women in tech is so important.  For more information on Jay Myers and the Extra Innings podcast, visit www.jaymyersceo.com .

Join Jay as he kicks off season 3 of Extra Innings with esteemed guest Homer Bush, former New York Yankee and World Series Champ and Current manager for the Staten Island FerryHawks . Homer talks with Jay about his journey through the league, and how he moved beyond baseball into the business world. You won't want to miss this special episode!  Check out Homer Bush’s book, Hitting Low in the...

Rounding out another successful podcast season, Jay is joined by Pearson Crutcher, Executive Director of the Society of Entrepreneurs, for the final episode of season 2. Throughout this podcast, Jay and Pearson discuss the value of personal connections with employees, the importance of mentorship, and the benefits of networking.

In this episode, Jay speaks with Jacob Savage, President of Speak Creative, to discuss how his digital marketing agency stays ahead of the trends, predicts growth for their clients, and the principles in business that have led to more than 20 years of growth for the company.

In episode 22, Jay speaks with Tucker Stine, CEO of Tucker Stine Brand Architects and TEDx Speaker Trainer. Throughout this podcast, they discuss the importance of investing in yourself, the power of storytelling, and tips on how to become a better public speaker through the three c's: clarity, confidence, and creating community. 

In this episode, Jay is joined by fellow SCORE mentor and South East Regional Vice President, Catherine Walton. Throughout this podcast, Catherine and Jay discuss tips on how to create a profitable business, the importance of having a mentor, and the various benefits of the SCORE volunteer program. 

Ira joins the Extra Innings podcast family to talk about his experience in tech, how it's helped the modern entrepreneur and his own journey in business. Jay and Ira discuss what businesses have learned leveraging tech as an essential need of their business over the last few years, what's next in tech (spoiler: whiteboards and markers), and how companies will continue to evolve their tech in the c...

In this lively episode of Extra Innings, Jay speak with Leigh Mansberg about the importance of teaching children of all ages about business and entrepreneurship, and the impact that it can have on the world. Leigh also discusses her own journey in business and how Junior Achievement is working to help the spirit of entrepreneurship thrive in her local community.

Join Jay and his special guest, Julie Brander, an entrepreneur and SCORE Memphis Mentor, as they discuss both their personal and entrepreneurial journeys, the benefits and challenges of owning a business, and how to immerse yourself in what you love. 

In this episode, Jay speaks with his dear friend, David Hancock, the founder and CEO of Morgan James Publishing. Throughout this podcast, Jay and David discuss guerilla marketing, the benefits of becoming an author, and tips for new authors who are just starting out. We also hear about what separates Morgan James Publishing, the 'unconventional traditional publisher,' from other publishing firms,...

Jay and his dear friend Coach Rock go way back, and in this lively podcast we get to hear how Coach Rock approaches coaching each season, what it means to coach a team on and off the field, and how he prepares his team for life after college baseball. We also hear about the lessons he's learned in his own life that drive him to succeed every day, and what's ahead as he retires from his coaching ca...

Jay talked to Memphis-based Spence Wilson, who discusses the long legacy and family business built by the Wilson family, and the decisions that have driven their success over the years. Spence and Jay discuss his background and the business ethics instilled in their family by their father, Kemmons Wilson.

Jay speaks with James Zebrowski on how his organization works to inspire, inform, and support college students on the path to their entrepreneurial journey and talks about how the mindset of entrepreneurship has led his own career path.

From the gridiron to the boardroom, Bill Courtney's journey in business is a story of tenacity, determination, and bringing goals to life. Listen in as Jay and Bill discuss his entrepreneurial journey, from a childhood in peril to where he is today, and how motive matters when leading a team.

Join Jay as he discusses social entrepreneurship with Dr. Patrick Murphy, Goodrich Endowed Chair of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Jay and Patrick discuss how it's possible to do good while doing well, and how to innovate and grow from challenges that can feel like failure in the moment.