AmiSights: Financing the Future For Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to franchise consultant Jon Ostenson , CEO of FranBridge Consulting , which helps connect entrepreneurs and investors around the country with top franchise opportunities. He explains what non-food industries are popular for franchising. "We connect entrepreneurs and investors with what we see as the top franchise opportunities in non-food fr...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Eric Kaplan , CEO of AXYS Golf . He shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing how his passion for golf and personal experiences with his father's Parkinson's disease led him to develop a unique coaching methodology."The more people that you help, the more people that you're able to inspire to teach or to play or, somebody with Parkins...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Jeff Crilley, CEO of Real News Public Relations and host of The Jeff Crilley Show. He explains how his 25 years in broadcast journalism helped him disrupt the traditional PR model. "There are New York PR firms that have really close relationships with Good Morning America and those Wall Street Journal reporters. But here in Dallas, I've y...

In this special 200th episode of AmiSights, we mix things up—Ami interviews his brother Barak , and Barak interviews Ami. The two dive into their entrepreneurial journeys, shaped by their immigrant background, and explore how risk tolerance plays a role in both business and life. They discuss recent SBA rule changes that impact immigrant entrepreneurs and reflect on the importance of understanding...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Dr. Sherry Walling , founder and clinical psychologist at ZenFounder , which helps entrepreneurs thrive in business and in life by avoiding burnout and isolation. Dr. Sherry Walling discusses the mental health challenges of entrepreneurs, focusing on the importance of self-awareness, building a supportive team, and maintaining friendships...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast , we talk to Michael Hsu , founder and CEO of DeepSky , an outsourced accounting team that specializes in digital agencies, IT outsourcing companies, and digital media properties. He explains why his mission is to "keep it simple" when helping small business owners with their finances. "Entrepreneurs are incredibly smart. If they know what the proble...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to  Sue Meitner , president and founder of Centennial Lending Group (CLG) , a full-service mortgage lender providing mortgage loans for new home purchases and/or refinances. She explains why she sold her company in 2018 and how she enjoys her new role on the "other side.""We definitely have a shortage of housing. We're not pre-COVID, and our...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Mark Worster, founder of The New Mysteries , a transformative global community that uses plant medicine and methods such as breathing to guide people on their journey of self-discovery and liberation. Mark started his entrepreneurial journey in the IT space before he entered the transformative medicine realm. As an entrepreneur of several...

In this conversation, Jessica Munday shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing her dual roles as the founder of Trio Solutions Inc. and Partner of Cloud Nine Nonprofit Advisors. She emphasizes the importance of team culture, client relationships, and the impact of AI on marketing. Jessica also reflects on the challenges of balancing work and family life, the significance of mentorship, and he...

In this week's episode, we talk to Scott Eisenberg , Founder and Managing Director of Franklin Capital Advisors, a firm specializing in mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring for small and lower middle-market businesses. In this conversation, Scott shares his extensive experience in M&A, discussing the complexities of evaluating businesses for sale, identifying buyer types, and emphasizing the i...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to David Becker, founder and CEO of First Internet Bank. He explains why he started the online bank way before internet banking became a common convenience and shares his insights on how AI is revolutionizing the financial industry. "I think the power of AI will be more revolutionary than the Internet was 25 years ago. A lot of people are sc...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Ed Robinson , Founder and President of Capacity Building Solutions and Vistage Chair for six CEO peer groups in the Baltimore area. He shares insights on how he successfully manages and supports so many top executives. "We're dealing with a silver tsunami. There's more businesses that are going to sell. If you believe the data, there's mo...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we speak with Natalia Matveeva , the Founder of PeakGenesis , a mentorship platform designed to empower entrepreneurs by helping them unlock their unique superpowers and align their inner strengths with business strategies and industry trends. Natalia also shares the story behind her decision to sell her gaming business, Realore, in 2017, at the hei...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Richard Walton , founder of Outsell Sales , a company specializing in helping B2B businesses succeed with outbound sales development. Richard shares why he champions traditional marketing activities over relying solely on online networking. "The traditional marketing back in the '80s was all about meeting people, shaking people's hands, a...

In this week's episode of the AmiSights Podcast, we speak with Nir Zavaro , founder and CEO of Streetwise, a marketing company based in Tel Aviv, Israel. Nir, also an author, shares the inspiration behind the eye-opening title of his latest book, F*ck the Slides: Creating a Winning Pitch Using Storytelling Techniques. "I thought I can bring something new to that industry. And that's when I started...

In this week's AmiSights Podcast, we dive into Joe McAleer's journey and experience as Senior Director of Business Financing at MultiFunding . Joe talks about how he knew MultiFunding was the right fit from his first visit 11 years ago. He shares insights into MultiFunding's unique approach, where the team acts as analysts first to ensure every loan opportunity is carefully evaluated and presented...

This week, we're thrilled to welcome Nirit Cohen , a leading HR strategist and thought leader on the Future of Work. With 30 years of global experience at Intel in HR and M&A leadership, Nirit bridges emerging trends with actionable insights to help organizations thrive in an evolving landscape. She's a Forbes columnist, author, and sought-after speaker with deep expertise in workforce transformat...

In this week's episode of the AmiSights Podcast, Ami has the pleasure of interviewing co-host Lynn Ozer , President of MultiFunding and fondly referred to as the "SBA Queen." Tune in as Lynn shares her journey to MultiFunding, which began about three and a half years ago, leading her to a role where she could support the incredible group of lenders that Ami assembled and connect with the entrepren...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Ami talks with Erik Nilsen , Senior Vice President of Digital Strategic Partnerships at Owners Bank . Erik has a deep Product Management & Digital Banking background that was acquired from years of banking and fintech leadership. He is responsible for acquiring and managing strategic partnerships that help with the growth of Owners Bank. Owners Bank...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, Heather Hoover and Julie Zarr discuss their roles and experiences at MultiFunding . From navigating the world of finance to providing tailored solutions for small businesses, they explain how working with passionate entrepreneurs makes their jobs both rewarding and exciting. Tune in to learn how these amazing women found their way to MultiFunding an...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Albert Fialkovich , President and Managing Partner of the Prospere Companies owner of Transworld Business Advisors of Colorado ; Texas: Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth Central & Waco; Nevada: Las Vegas South and Transworld Commercial Real Estate. Tune in as he shares how his father's experience with not selling his business and the challenges h...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we speak with Robin Huling , founder of Warner Communication , which delivers transformative workshops and consultancy services. Robin discusses how she transformed her skills into a successful business, driven by her passion for team building and leadership training, along with her deep expertise in DISC theory. "I think what holds people back is t...

On this week's episode of the AmiSights Podcast, Fran Miller and Nick Lasorsa from MultiFunding's loan team join Ami and Lynn to discuss the company's culture and mission, along with their experiences navigating the ups and downs of the financing industry. "You have to have all the tools in your tool shed and be comfortable and sort of get your hands dirty to a degree," Miller said. "And being in...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to  Morgan Katz , founder and CEO of Ticketnology , a company that works with executives across multiple industries to ease the frustration of corporate ticketing. She explains why she started the company five years ago.  "So during that very long intermission, it was what am I going to do to be relevant to come out? And that's when we trans...

In this week's edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to Tim McDiarmid , Coach & Consultant, Founder/Owner of The Good Kind Hospitality Group , Co-Founder at The Bravery Strategy , and owner of Tim the Girl Catering . She describes how she became an "accidental entrepreneur." "The reason, what gets me up, what made me love this business, is people. People, experiences, being able to create thin...