Board of Advisors Podcast

Missed calls, slow follow-ups, and messy data don’t just frustrate customers—they drain revenue. We sat down to map the places where sales really leak and shared how digital voice workers close those gaps with instant response, precise information, and seamless handoffs into your CRM. From the first ring to a booked appointment or signed contract, we walk through the systems that turn chaos at the...

A snow-blown driveway, a paper bag full of cash, and a relentless urge to fix real problems—that’s where Jimmy Ralph’s journey begins. We meet at the Ritz-Carlton in Las Colinas to trace how those early instincts grew into SalesMakers, the EPM operating model, and a 200-store rollup built through 40 acquisitions. Jimmy details the moments that forged his operating edge: staffing and training 4,000...

Menopause isn’t a footnote in women’s health—it’s a turning point that shapes brain, heart, and bone outcomes for decades. We sit down with Dr. Betty Murray to unpack why 87% of women face significant symptoms for an average of eight years, how a single misread study sidelined hormone therapy for a generation, and what it takes to move from guesswork to guardrails using bioidentical hormones, labs...

What if you stopped chasing and started attracting? We sat down in Dallas with patent attorney Rich Goldstein to unpack how alignment shows up in real life—through repeated serendipity, honest conversations, and clean boundaries—and how those same principles shape smarter sales, stronger teams, and sharper IP strategy. We start with the power of social audio and why conversation beats clout. Rich...

A good life can look perfect from the outside and feel wrong on the inside. That’s where our guest, Marjah Simon, found herself—decorated service in two branches of the U.S. military, a prestigious legal role in Europe, the corner office, the status—and a soul-deep sense that she was built for something different. What followed was a five-year wrestle with fear and loyalty, a decision to walk away...

If you’ve ever tried to price a custom home and felt stuck in a loop—needing a plan to get a price but needing a price to shape the plan—you’re not alone. We unpack that tension and share a practical path that moves you from vague ballparks to line-item clarity without getting burned by hidden assumptions or wishful thinking. We start by mapping where uncertainty hides: unrealistic square-foot tar...

What if every call was answered, every time—and the voice on the other end never got tired, forgot to follow up, or placed you in a phone tree? That’s the world Mike Weiss is building with Voice ROI, a voice-first AI that turns missed calls and slow response times into booked appointments, live transfers, and real revenue. We dig into why small businesses have been stuck operating at the speed of...

What if the most transformative workout you ever did wasn’t for your abs, but for your frequency? Jessica sits down with Equinox cofounder Lavinia Errico to unpack the story behind JoyLift—a movement and community built to trade body punishment for inner vitality, real connection, and sustainable confidence. From Friday-night rehearsals as a teen to a career at the heart of fitness, Lavinia follow...

Ever received lab results only to be told "you're fine" while still feeling terrible? Ben Lee is on a mission to change that with his revolutionary LEAP platform, democratizing medical information for everyone. After a harrowing personal health crisis with diverticulitis that required emergency surgery, Ben experienced firsthand how broken our healthcare system truly is. Despite hav...

Kevin Harrington's path from teenage driveway sealer to "Original Shark" epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit that drives innovation and business growth. During our Board of Advisors quarterly meeting, Kevin shared candid insights from his five-decade journey that transformed American marketing forever with Board of Advisors CEO Jimmy Ralph. Kevin's story begins with humble or...

Welcome back to the Board of Advisors Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Ray Perez , global branding expert, entrepreneur, and faith-driven leader, to dive deep into what it means to build a transformational business rather than a transactional one. Ray shares his journey from chasing revenue and recognition to realizing that authenticity, humility, and impact are what truly build lasting...

On this episode of the Board of Advisors Podcast, we sit down with Matthew Chang , founder of Chang Robotics , the Chang Robotics Fund, Curabotics , and the AIM Company . Matthew is at the cutting edge of robotics, automation, and industrial AI—building solutions that tackle some of America’s biggest challenges, from hospital efficiency to energy use and manufacturing competitiveness. In this conv...

Season 1 Finale, Recorded in May 2025. Mike C-Roc sits down with Jimmy Ralph, the newly announced CEO of Board of Advisors (BA), for a revealing conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and the power of community. Their discussion offers a rare glimpse into how a founding member ascended to the leadership position of this thriving entrepreneur community. Jimmy Ralph shares his decade-long...

Embark on a fascinating exploration of the world of real estate development with our special guest, Reggie Baxter of Center State Development Group. This episode is a goldmine of insights as Reggie, a seasoned industry veteran, shares his vast experience in developing subdivisions for national builders. Having successfully developed an impressive 810,000 lots, Reggie's expertise is second to...

Crack the code of real estate investment with our esteemed guest, Eric Strom, from Iron Ridge Capital. With an impressive track record of executing 16 projects with a whopping return average of 31.4% per year, Eric unveils his secret weapon - investing in multi-family properties. Learn from Eric as he enlightens us about the safety net these assets can provide while offering higher returns. It&apo...