BizTalk UnLocked

Biz Talk Unlocked | Episode 4 — "5 Reasons Why You Should Support Small Businesses in Your Local Community" Every dollar you spend is a vote for the kind of community you want to live in. In Episode 4 of Biz Talk Unlocked, hosts James and April Ward get real about why supporting small businesses goes far beyond shopping local. From keeping money circulating in your neighborhood to creating...

Are You Too Scared to Start? How Women Entrepreneurs Are Overcoming Fear to Build Thriving Businesses | Biz Talk Unlock EP 3 Not long ago, women couldn't vote, open credit cards, or even buy a home on their own. Today, those barriers are gone — and women are using those hard-won freedoms to launch businesses, lead communities, and drive change. In this special Women's History Month episode...

This episode is designed to help entrepreneurs: * Refocus after the January rush * Fix early-year gaps before they become long-term problems * Build consistency, structure, and momentum * Make smarter decisions with tools, systems, and strategy Throughout the show, James and April walk through 10 focused segments, each with: ✔️ Clear explanations ✔️ Real-world business insight ✔️ Simple, actionabl...

12 Big Business Mistakes That Are Holding You Back (And How to Fix Them) In this episode of BizTalk UnLocked Season 2, James and April break down the 12 biggest mistakes business owners make—and the proven strategies to fix them so you can grow faster, build authority, and attract high-value clients. Whether you’re a startup founder, small business owner, or entrepreneur looking to scale, this epi...

Welcome to the Season 1 finale of BizTalk UnLocked! Join your hosts, James and April Ward, as they look back on an incredible year of insightful conversations and memorable moments. In this special Year-End Review (Episode 12), James and April are joined by some of the standout guests who helped make our first season a success. Tune in as we revisit the highlights, key takeaways, and behind-the-sc...

🎙️ Welcome to BizTalk UnLocked with James and April! This episode features Will Webber — Delaware’s most interesting realtor and a true original in the world of real estate. 🏡😄 Ready to discover what makes Delaware’s real estate scene unique? Will brings his signature humor, sharp insights, and a few unexpected stories that will keep you entertained and informed. Whether you’re a first-time home...

Join hosts James and April on BizTalk Unlocked as they sit down with Chris Rivera, President of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia. In this inspiring episode, Chris shares his personal journey from cultural roots to community leadership and reveals how the Chamber is helping Filipino American entrepreneurs thrive in the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey, and Delaw...

Join hosts James and April Ward as they sit down with Raymond Lamboy, President and CEO of LAEDA, for an inspiring conversation about empowering communities and supporting entrepreneurs in Camden and South Jersey. In this episode, Raymond shares his personal journey from a family of entrepreneurs to leading LAEDA, an organization dedicated to revitalizing communities through business education, re...

In this episode of BizTalk UnLocked, hosts James and April Ward sit down with Yhanne and Tiffany Battle, the passionate duo behind Yhanne’s House of Cheesecakes. Discover how their journey began with love and a dream, and how they turned it into a thriving cheesecake empire. Yhanne and Tiffany open up about their inspirations, the challenges they faced through trial and error, and the sweet victor...

In this inspiring episode of BizTalk Unlocked, hosts April and James Ward welcome Linda Milano, owner of CFB Promotional Products. Linda shares her incredible journey from working for a family business to starting her own successful company after her father's passing. Discover her challenges and triumphs, the importance of networking, and her invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Don&#...

Unlocking the Journey of Front Runner New Jersey with CEO Clyde Hughes In this episode of BizTalk Unlocked, hosts James and April Ward welcome Clyde Hughes, the President and CEO of AC Joseph Media and founder of Front Runner New Jersey.com. Hughes shares the inspiration and challenges behind starting his digital publication focused on South Jersey's African American and Latino communities. He...

Empowering Youth Through Leadership with Curtis Myers | Biz Talk Unlock In this episode of Biz Talk Unlock, hosts James and April Ward sit down with Curtis Myers, the founder and president of Aspire, a company dedicated to equipping young people with leadership skills. Curtis shares his inspiring journey from a mentor to a successful entrepreneur, discusses the challenges he faced while establishi...

In this episode of BizTalk Unlocked, hosts James and April Ward interview Christina M. Renna, President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ). Christina shares her inspiring journey to chamber leadership, reflects on how the CCSNJ supported businesses through the COVID crisis, and discusses the chamber’s ongoing efforts to fuel growth and opportunity across South Jersey. F...

Join BizTalk UnLocked with James & April Ward for an insightful conversation as we sit down with Dr. Tonya Breland, founder of TESO Consulting Group, and her business partner, Dr. Erika Leak. They share their journey and how they are driving change through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (D.E.I.) training. In light of recent presidential administration policies, their work is more crucial tha...

🚀 BizTalk UnLocked | Episode 2: How Corey Dissin Built a Business That Buys Back TIME! ⏳💰 In this exclusive episode of BizTalk UnLocked , hosts James & April Ward sit down with Corey Dissin , a powerhouse entrepreneur who redefined success—not by money alone, but by the ultimate wealth of TIME! ⏳✨ 🔥 What You'll Discover: ✅ How Corey turned his business into a machine that works FOR...

In this episode of BizTalk Unlocked, hosts James and April Ward sit down with Rann Miller, an accomplished book author and AP U.S. History instructor for a charter school and College Now Program. Rann takes us on an insightful journey through his career, from his early days as an educator to his unexpected path into book authorship. As he shares his personal story, Rann reveals how he discovered t...