Business Coffee Hour With William Garay Jr

Fillipe Silvas didn't set out to build a fitness empire. He just wanted a few clients, a couple of trainers to help pay the bills, and a simpler life. Eight years later, OTG Fitness has two locations, a third on the way, and a business model that's quietly changing how personal training works in the Houston area. In this conversation, William sits down with Fellipe — owner of OTG Fitness a...

Jesse Cruz has been building Brightway Insurance, The Cruz Agency, in the middle of one of the hardest markets the industry has seen — and he didn't just survive it, he pivoted, stayed all in, and started winning. In this conversation, William sits down with his friend, fellow veteran, and mastermind group member Jesse Cruz to talk about what it really takes to build a family business from scr...

You can do a lot of things at once. But you can only focus on one. Most of us move through the day on autopilot — reactive, scattered, and wondering why we feel burned out despite being "productive." The problem isn't your workload. It's that you're in the wrong gear. In this solo episode, William breaks down the Five Gears framework — a practical tool for shifting into the r...

Getting laid off can feel like the end of the road—but for Noe Montoya, it became the turning point. In this conversation, Noe shares how losing his full-time job forced him to finally go all-in on the businesses he and his wife had been building quietly for years. From Quick Snap Events , a company built around capturing meaningful moments, to Quick-S-Mart , an AI-powered vending concept focused...

The New Year has a way of making us reflect on what really matters—and this conversation sits right at the intersection of business, marriage, leadership, and personal health . Sitting across the table from his wife, Jessica Garay of Snowie Texas , William pulls back the curtain on what it actually looks like to build a business together while raising a family, navigating seasons, and learning how...

“Most people aren’t stuck… they’re just unclear.” Clarity is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself—and the people you lead. When life feels heavy, when decisions pile up, when you’re exhausted from trying to juggle everything, it’s rarely a capacity issue. It’s a clarity issue. This conversation breaks down why overwhelm shows up, how to cut through the noise, and the simple daily practi...

Success without alignment will always leave you exhausted. In this powerful episode of Business Coffee Hour , William sits down with Anthony Flynn , founder of Amazing CEO and AddCommas.com , to talk about the intersection of faith, business, and leadership. Anthony shares how chasing money early in his career left him unfulfilled—and how rediscovering alignment with his purpose transformed everyt...

In this episode of Business Coffee Hour , William sits down with David Graham , founder of Spacio.us Pearland and serial entrepreneur behind brands like Code Ninjas and Pinot’s Palette. David opens up about his journey from big tech to building companies from scratch, the lessons learned from failure, and what it truly means to lead with integrity. From hiring with heart to knowing when to sell, D...

You Are Worth It. Kicking off Season 5 of Business Coffee Hour , William Garay Jr. celebrates Veterans Day with a heartfelt message to those who’ve served—and to those who support them. In this solo episode, William shares personal reflections from his 13 years in the U.S. Army and the lessons that still shape how he leads, serves, and empowers others today. From the meaning of service and empower...

What if success wasn’t about going it alone, but about who’s cheering you on? In this solo episode of Business Coffee Hour , William Garay Jr. unpacks the power of mastermind groups and why the Goal-Getter Group has become a game-changer. From accountability and encouragement to perspective and momentum, William shares how surrounding yourself with the right people can sharpen your goals and accel...

What does it take to balance school, sports, and leadership—all before graduation? In this episode of Business Coffee Hour , William sits down with Jordan “Jet” Hernandez , a dual-sport athlete and community leader from Pearland High School. Jet opens up about early morning practices, balancing academics with athletics, giving back through community service, and the lessons he’s learned about effo...

Leadership isn’t about age—it’s about influence. In this solo episode of Business Coffee Hour , William Garay Jr. speaks directly to teens, parents, and anyone raising the next generation of leaders. From self-awareness to service, William breaks down the qualities that make great leaders and how teens can begin cultivating them right now. Whether it’s standing up against peer pressure, choosing t...

From life-changing lessons in compassion to building spaces for healing, William sits down with Gabe Onofre , Army veteran, consultant, and founder of Warrior Spirit , a nonprofit dedicated to veterans, first responders, teachers, and youth. Gabe shares how his journey—from military service to launching a nonprofit—has been anchored in faith, perspective, and a servant’s heart. Gabe reminds us tha...

Welcome back to the Business Coffee Hour. After a season of nonstop movement, speaking engagements, and all the “yes’s” that pile up, I had to stop and hit reset. In this episode, I share what I’ve learned about pausing with purpose. A reset isn’t quitting—it’s choosing clarity over chaos, alignment over activity, and strength over burnout. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, this episode is yo...

What if your time, energy, and focus were guided by purpose—not by pressure? In this heartfelt solo episode of the Business Coffee Hour , William Garay Jr. breaks down how aligning your life with purpose can be a game-changer in leadership, productivity, and personal clarity. From military transitions to entrepreneurial life, William shares how discovering and anchoring your mission can radically...

What would make you leave a six-figure consulting job to start over? In this episode of Business Coffee Hour , William sits down with Dhara Mistry, founder of Coaching with Dhara , to unpack the brave leap she took from corporate comfort to calling-driven coaching. Dhara shares how burnout and a loss of self prompted her bold pivot into a career that aligns with her values, her pace, and her purpo...

What if the greatest impact you make isn’t in what you build, but in how you show up for others? In this episode of Business Coffee Hour , William sits down with Mandy Benedix , founder of Rooted Together , to talk about how hope, presence, and service can transform lives—starting with our own. Mandy’s story is a testament to what happens when you lean into purpose. What began as a desire to conne...

What does it really mean to lead through service? In this solo episode of Business Coffee Hour , I’m getting personal about a quote that has stuck with me since leaving the Army: “If serving is beneath you, leadership is beyond you.” From my days in uniform to coaching rooms and podcast studios, I’ve learned that real leadership begins when we put others first. I’ll break down why servant leadersh...

What happens when a biochemist turns into a breakthrough coach? In this deeply insightful and inspiring episode, William sits down with Joni Goodman—founder and Chief Breakthrough Officer of JDG Advisors—to explore the life-changing power of boldness, authenticity, and community. From overcoming anxiety and generational trauma to launching her own coaching business and writing her first book, Joni...

What happens when a small-town girl from West Texas follows a dream big enough to change lives? In this episode of the Business Coffee Hour, I sit down with Dr. Angela Sturm, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, entrepreneur, and mother, who shares her powerful story of starting her own practice—while pregnant and at the start of the pandemic. We talk about the realities of leadership in heal...

What if your greatest mission isn't overseas or on a platform—but right at your own kitchen table? In this powerful keynote delivered at the Crosspoint Men’s Breakfast, William Garay Jr. shares his heartfelt journey from military service to spiritual leadership. Through vulnerability, scripture, and practical wisdom, William unpacks how knowing yourself and leading yourself first is the founda...

What does it really mean to live out your faith in leadership, business, and life? In this heartfelt conversation, William Garay, Jr. welcomes back Thea Curry-Fuson, pastor at First United Methodist Church Pearland and host of the Real Talk podcast. Together, they explore the journey of authentic leadership, the power of storytelling, the beauty of community, and how faith influences every area of...

What does it really look like to balance purpose, passion, and community? In this heartfelt and candid episode, William sits down with Sonia Cacique, the dynamic Navigator for the Pearland Innovation Hub, for her second appearance on the show. Sonia opens up like never before—sharing her unexpected career pivot, the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, and the power of building authentic c...

What if the only expert you need to be… is in yourself ? In this keynote-style solo episode, I take you behind the mic at a special PodHouston event and walk through my journey—from daily selfie videos to hosting a full-on podcast and landing dream interviews. This isn’t about going viral. This is about building your confidence, sharing your story, and recognizing that your voice matters. I share...

What does it really take to build a thriving city from the inside out? In this episode of The Business Coffee Hour , I sit down with Jennifer Berti, Vice President of the Pearland Chamber of Commerce, to explore her unexpected journey into leadership, workforce development, and city advocacy. Jennifer opens up about her career shift from staffing sales to civic impact, the reality behind managing...