Business & Brews with Matt Pierce

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews, Matt Pierce sits down with Del Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Acclinate, to discuss leading with purpose, building trust at scale, and why great businesses solve meaningful problems. Del shares how Acclinate is working to improve representation in clinical research by educating and empowering underserved communities to make informed healthcare decisio...

Summary This week on B usiness & Brews, Matt welcomes two special guests, his daughters Kathryn and Whitley Grace, for an honest conversation about money. From saving and spending to allowance, summer jobs, and impulse purchases, they share the lessons they're learning about financial responsibility and what they think adults could do better with money. At Immediate, we believe financial welln...

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews, Matt Pierce sits down with Brandon Horne, Head of Commercial Partnerships at Greenlight, to discuss his unconventional path from biochemistry student to Army officer to fintech executive. Brandon shares lessons learned from helping scale high-growth companies, including his experience at Cardlytics and Greenlight. The conversation explores leadershi...

Episode Summary This week on Business & Brews , Matt Pierce takes a step back from the usual guest interviews to talk about something impacting millions of people every day: the connection between financial stress and mental health. From rising costs and paycheck-to-paycheck living to anxiety, burnout, and the emotional weight of uncertainty, Matt breaks down why financial pressure affects far...

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews , Matt Pierce sits down with Jordan Wright to discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and building a transparent company culture. Jordan shares how his entrepreneurial mindset started as early as childhood, eventually leading him into fintech through companies like Unbill and now Atomic. The conversation explores how Atomic evolved from sim...

Summary On this episode of Business & Brews , Matt sits down with longtime friend Josh Etress for a conversation on leadership, career growth, faith, and the power of showing up. Josh shares his journey from ministry to software sales, from operational leadership to executive coaching, and the lessons he learned along the way. From taking bold risks early in his career to navigating major life...

Summary In this episode of Business and Brews , Matt sits down with John Burdett, Founder and CEO of Fast Slow Motion, for a conversation about what it really takes to grow a business beyond the founder stage. John shares his journey from Birmingham startup operator to entrepreneur, along with the lessons he’s learned about leadership, systems, ego, and scaling well. The conversation explores the...

Episode Summary In this special solo episode, Business & Brews host Matt Pierce takes a break from guest interviews to talk about financial literacy and why it matters. Drawing on his experience building Immediate, Matt shares a key insight: most people don’t have a money problem, they have a timing problem. When paydays don’t line up with real life expenses, financial stress builds quickly. T...

In Episode 11 of Business & Brews , Matt Pierce is joined by Phil Goldfeder and Charles Potts of the American Fintech Council for a conversation about responsible innovation, collaboration across the fintech ecosystem, and what it takes to build durable, consumer-first financial products. From Phil’s journey into fintech and the growth of AFC, to Charles’ perspective on standards, trust, and l...

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews , Matt Pierce sits down with John Bowman, founder and CEO of Sure Med, to explore the realities of building a company from the ground up. John shares lessons from early failures, the importance of preparation, and what it takes to scale a business through constant pivots. They also dive into the evolving overdose epidemic and how SureMed is working t...

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews , Matt Pierce sits down with Kelsey Weaver, Partner at Castle Creek Launchpad, for a wide-ranging conversation on banking, fintech, venture capital, creativity, and innovation. Kelsey shares her unconventional path into the banking world, from real estate and media to founding FinXTech and ultimately joining Castle Creek Launchpad. She discusses why...

Summary Rick Elmore shares his inspiring journey from NFL athlete to successful entrepreneur, highlighting the power of problem-solving, discipline, and innovation in business. Listen in to learn how handwritten notes and AI are transforming customer engagement and business growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Rick Elmore's Background 01:37 Rick's Athletic Career and Transition to Business 04:0...

Summary In this episode, Matt Pierce interviews Keith Melton, Senior VP of Product Commercialization at The Clearing House, to explore the evolution of payment systems, the impact of real-time payments (RTP), and future innovations in financial technology. Key Topics The history and mission of The Clearing House How RTP differs from ACH and traditional payments Use cases and benefits of RTP for co...

Summary In this episode of Business & Brews , host Matt Pierce speaks with Carey Ransom , Managing Director of BankTech Ventures. They discuss Carey’s journey from growing up in a family business to becoming a successful entrepreneur and investor in the banking technology sector. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation for community banks, the impor...

Summary In this episode of Business and Brews, host Matt Pierce interviews Adam Pennybaker, CEO of Milo's Hamburgers. Adam shares his journey from a background in furniture to leading a beloved restaurant brand. The conversation explores the importance of people in business, the legacy of Milo's commitment to 'a little something extra,' and the financial wisdom that guides their operations. Adam d...

Summary In this episode of Business and Brews, Matt and Kaitlin Pierce discuss the emotional and financial challenges of being married to an entrepreneur. They share their personal experiences navigating early marriage, parenthood, and the complexities of finances while balancing work and family life. The conversation emphasizes the importance of communication, support, and transparency in a relat...

Summary In this episode of Business and Brews, Matt Pierce interviews Jennifer Ryan, co-founder and CEO of Croux. They discuss Jennifer's unconventional journey from banking to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and how she identified a gap in the restaurant industry that led to the creation of Croux. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, mentor...

In this episode of Business & Brews, host Matt Pierce talks with Thor Hunter, Head of Sales and Partnerships for RedeApp. Matt and Thor discuss Thor’s journey from construction work to enterprise software sales, the importance of emotional intelligence in business, and innovative strategies for engaging clients at conferences. Thor shares insights on the mission of RedeApp, the role of AI in b...

In this episode of Business & Brews, host Matt Pierce introduces mentor Mason Beard, discussing the evolution of Immediate, insights into the financial sector, challenges faced, the impact of AI, and personal health practices. They explore the changing landscape of consumer expectations and the importance of accessibility in financial services, while also looking forward to the opportunities t...

Welcome to Season 2 of Business & Brews with Matt Pierce! Today's episode features a conversation with Will Yarbrough, CSO of Arcoro, covering his journey into sales, the characteristics of successful salespeople, the use of AI in sales, and Will's superpower and excitement for 2026. Key Takeaways Curiosity and becoming an expert are key to successful sales. Trust and rapport with prospects an...

Business & Brews with Matt Pierce is back with real business talk and insightful conversations. This podcast is designed for bite-sized, insightful conversations centered on leadership, growth, and the stories that make business worth talking about! Stay tuned for Season 2, Episode 1!

Nate Hybl is on a mission to do what some would say is impossible: make healthy food - and fast. Check out this week's B&B with the founder of gusto, and order some fresh food here: https://whatsyourgusto.com/

“Entrepreneurship is partially a mindset. You have to learn the discipline of staying hungry and always being a little bit unsatisfied.” Dr. Patrick Murphy was recruited from Chicago to build a world-class Entrepreneurship Program at UAB and Matt got the chance to sit down with him to hear about his story and vision for Birmingham. Learn more about the program here: https://www.uab.edu/business/ho...

(Part Two) Zane Tarence of Founders Advisors believes exceptional people create exceptional results. Join Matt and Zane as they discuss leadership and what it takes to become a great leader on this week’s episode of Business & Brews. To provide securities-related services discussed herein, certain principals of Founders Advisors, LLC are licensed with Founders M&A Advisory, LLC, member of...

Zane Tarence of Founders Advisors believes exceptional people create exceptional results. Join Matt and Zane as they discuss leadership and what it takes to become a great leader on this week’s episode of Business & Brews. To provide securities-related services discussed herein, certain principals of Founders Advisors, LLC are licensed with Founders M&A Advisory, LLC, member of FINRA &...