At Home With Roby

Patrick MacIsaac steps into the guest seat to share his journey from growing up in Marietta, Georgia to leading Roby Commercial and Roby Services. He reflects on discovering Clemson by chance, studying finance, making the leap from a corporate career at Ferguson to Andrew Roby, and learning how to build and grow an electrical business from the ground up. 

This week, Trent and Patrick sit down with photographer and filmmaker Stephen Elliott, who has traded a permanent address for a life of full-time travel. They discuss building a life around curiosity, documenting the world through film, redefining the idea of home, and why momentum matters more than perfection. Stephen also shares the habits and mindset that have shaped his unique journey behind t...

Michael Pittman, CEO and Founder of Connected Solutions Group, shares how a leap of faith led to building one of America's fastest-growing wireless networking companies. From launching his business with newborn twins at home to scaling past 200 employees, Michael discusses entrepreneurship, the power of YPO, and balancing business success with supporting his sons' competitive kart racing careers.

On this episode of At Home with Roby , Trent Haston and guest host Jeff Naper sit down with Ryan Kutscher, co-founder of Dad Strength Brewing, to discuss entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and the story behind America's first dedicated mid-strength brewery.

In this episode, Trent’s eldest daughter, Tatum Haston, joins Trent and guest host Jeff Naper for a fun conversation about life lately. They talk about their family beach trip, hunting for shark teeth, Tatum’s recent high school graduation, and her incredible pole-vaulting season that earned her the title of top female 3A state champion. 

Heather Karriker is the Executive Director of the Charlotte chapter of EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization), where she serves as a connector, collaborator, and culture-carrier for the region's entrepreneurial community. In this episode, Heather shares how she aligns leaders around a common vision, develops impactful leadership programs, and helps create meaningful experiences for EO members. 

On this episode of At Home With Roby, we sit down with Rob Taylor, owner of Taylor Capital and visionary behind Carolina Sports Medicine Center. From building a healthcare fund during COVID to creating a first-of-its-kind sports performance and healthcare facility in Charlotte, Rob shares his journey, passion for athletics, and why reputation is everything. Hear how they’re combining elite trainin...

From yearbook design to leading a full-service B2B branding and digital marketing agency, Ben Visser shares his journey of creativity, entrepreneurship, family, and adapting to the ever-changing world of AI and design. Ben talks about building Social Design House, the mentors and experiences that shaped him, and why family always comes first.

Charlotte native Warren Snowdon joins Trent and Patrick to talk about co-founding Foundry Commercial, Charlotte’s rapid growth, commercial real estate across the Southeast, and why he believes “better is better.” He also dives into family, old Porsches, and living by the Golden Rule. 

Colin Garner, co-founder and CEO of Wolf Line Construction, joins Trent and Patrick to talk entrepreneurship, bringing broadband to rural America, leadership, family, and the importance of being present wherever you are. Originally from British Columbia and now based in Charleston, Colin also shares more about his passion project in Revelstoke.

Tim Gustafson, Vistage Chair and President of Applied Leadership Coaching, shares how his career—including time at Capital One—led him to a deeper calling rooted in love, service, and helping others grow. An avid biker, Tim brings a unique perspective on leadership and purpose.

Todd Ehrlich, former Navy SEAL and founder of Kill Cliff and Rule 1 Ventures, shares how losing a teammate in the line of duty after 9/11 shaped his mission to give back through the Navy SEAL Foundation. Now building and investing in early-stage defense and startups, he looks for one thing: a clear path to real-world success.

After an early career pivot into entrepreneurship, Jeff Thompson took the reins at Charter Elevator—and hasn’t looked back. Now leading the company across the Carolinas, he’s focused on delivering high-quality elevator maintenance, repairs, and modernization while building long-term relationships with customers who value great service. At the core of it all is a simple principle: live a life of se...

From Germany to Charlotte, Alex Klaus shares how a book about Martin Luther King Jr. led him to study in the U.S. at Coastal Carolina University—and ultimately into entrepreneurship. From an unexpected start at Chanticleer Holdings to owning 18 locations with The Joint Chiropractic, he shares lessons on growth, culture, and mentorship through his company, Addisco Value.

17-year-old Rowan Haston is stepping into leadership as fundraising chair for her school’s Chick-fil-A Leadership Club. She’s leading “Pitchin’ for Chicken,” a student-run cornhole tournament supporting Strong Like AK, which supports families battling pediatric cancer—already raising $12,800. Rowan shares what she’s learning about leadership, follow-through, and the power of simply picking up the...

After his twin granddaughters were diagnosed with Batten disease in 2017, Stan Kahn and his family took action. From launching the ForeBatten Foundation to helping develop a life-extending treatment, their journey is one of resilience, innovation, and hope--culminating in a milestone 16th birthday.

Jef Pearce, owner of Salem Sales Group, joins Trent and Patrick to share insights from the front lines of the luxury kitchen and bath industry. From the growing outdoor cabinetry market to navigating tariffs, Jef breaks down what's shaping the space while emphasizing a simple principle that's guided his career - doing the right thing always wins. 

From small-town New Jersey to Charlotte real estate, Dan Irvin turned a recession-era pivot into opportunity. Now a partner at Nu Partners, he’s acquiring and revitalizing underperforming apartment communities to better serve middle-income families. With 10 deals down and a 471-unit Raleigh property under contract, Dan’s building more than investments—he’s building community.

Engineer turned entrepreneur, James Wyler went from Georgia Tech to helping scale Skookum to leading Trusted Security Solutions — a global software company serving banks across nearly every continent. Now he’s building a Charlotte-based holding company and preparing for EO leadership.

Jeanna Holmes, owner of Charlotte In-Vironments, joins Trent and Patrick to share her journey from growing up in Charlotte to buying her mother's design firm. She talks about carrying on her mom’s legacy, leading the business today, and collaborating on many Roby projects along the way. 

This week on At Home With Roby, John Forgan shares his journey from navigating the financial crisis at Wachovia to leading markets at PNC and First Horizon—now serving as President of Integrated Insurance Solutions. Writing in 43 states and focused on construction risk and bonding, John believes insurance should be an asset, not a commodity.

This week, Trent and guest host David McGuire, sit down with Aaron Bock, Managing Partner of Opkalla. Aaron dives into his unexpected leap from working at PWC to later leading a vender-neutral tech advisory firm and shares hard-earned lessons on networking, trust, and why doing what you say you'll do is the real competitive edge.

Boat captain, entrepreneur, and longtime friend of the late Doug Lebda, Seth Laws joins Trent and Patrick for a reflective conversation about life on the water, pivotal T-Zero moments, and lessons learned from loss, risk, and reinvention. From sport fishing to regenerative farming, Seth shares why time is the one thing you can never get back.

On this week’s episode, Saxby Morehead, CFO of the Roby Family of Companies, joins the podcast to talk about his journey from auditor to CFO, what he’s learning in his new role at Roby, and the importance on discipline. 

This week, Walt Steele, CEO of Pine Hall Brick, joins  At Home with Roby  to talk leadership, legacy, and paying your dues in a fourth-generation business. From the yard to the C-suite, Walt shares how Pine Hall is growing, evolving, and thinking about what comes next.