FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks

Mental fitness for business leaders is quickly becoming a differentiator in how companies grow, lead, and navigate adversity. As the demands of business ownership and leadership increase, so does the need for tools that strengthen focus, performance, and resilience. The conversation around mental fitness has moved far beyond motivation and mindset. It now sits at the core of how individuals and or...

AI for restaurant operations is no longer a future concept — it's becoming a present-day competitive advantage. In an industry where margins are tight and decisions must be made quickly, the ability to predict demand, optimize prep, and streamline labor is transforming how restaurants perform on a daily basis. Matt Wampler, CEO and Co-Founder of ClearCOGS, brings a unique perspective to the conver...

AI Made Simple is more than just a theme—it's a mindset. As artificial intelligence continues to accelerate, there's a widening gap between those who feel empowered by the tools and those who feel left behind. For Joel Comm, the bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of The AI for Everyone Show , that gap represents an opportunity. His mission is straightforward: to take away the fear, the jar...

Franchise leadership is about more than systems and structure. It's about vision, culture, and the ability to bring people together around a shared mission. At the heart of every thriving franchise brand is a leader who understands how to balance growth with purpose, and few embody that balance as well as Ally Van Iten, CEO of House of Colour USA. Ally's journey began not in the boardroom but on t...

Personal branding in the workplace is no longer optional. It's essential. As professionals navigate a competitive landscape shaped by constant innovation and visibility, the ability to define, communicate, and sustain one's personal brand has become a key factor in professional success and organizational growth. Sima Dahl, CSP, has built her career helping individuals and companies harness that po...

Franchise marketing is more than running ads or managing brand awareness. It's a strategic process that connects entrepreneurs, brands, and customers through trust, storytelling, and value-driven engagement. The best franchise marketing strategies help businesses expand their reach while maintaining the integrity of the brand at every level — from national awareness to local community relationship...

Purpose Driven Entrepreneurship is about more than building companies. It is about creating businesses that align with values, serve people with excellence, and leave a lasting legacy. In a world where profit often overshadows purpose, entrepreneurs who choose to build with impact stand out as innovators and leaders. David Sauers exemplifies this philosophy. As an entrepreneur and co-founder of Ro...

Company culture is more than a buzzword—it is the foundation that determines whether a business simply survives or truly thrives. In a marketplace defined by constant change, culture has emerged as the key driver of growth, employee retention, and the freedom leaders seek when scaling their companies. Few leaders embody this truth more than Josh Cunningham, Founder and CEO of Rokrbox and Five Star...

Franchise growth and leadership are at their best when they blend business performance with human connection. Growth on paper can look impressive, but the true measure of a brand's success lies in how it serves its people — both the customers who trust it and the teams who carry its mission forward. Great leaders understand that sustainable expansion is built not only on systems and strategy but a...

Scale with purpose is a concept many leaders talk about, but few execute at the level of Brad Stevens. As Founder and CEO of Outsource Access, a virtual staffing firm that has grown to over 500 employees in just four years, Stevens has built a business that blends systems thinking with social impact—and he's just getting started. A lifelong entrepreneur, Brad Stevens has launched and scaled multip...

Debrief to win isn't just a military practice—it's a business imperative. At least, that's how Robert "Cujo" Teschner sees it. A retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and the founder of VMax Group, Cujo spent years training elite teams to perform under pressure, make split-second decisions, and lead with accountability. Now, he works with businesses across industries to bring those same high-perfor...

Franchisees first is more than a leadership philosophy—it's a measurable strategy that has driven real results across one of North America's leading franchise systems. For Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean, this approach has become the foundation for building a high-performance brand with strong franchisee alignment and sustainable growth. With over 35 years of experience in the franchis...

Championship leadership is rarely about talent alone. It's about consistency, values, and the willingness to do the unglamorous work—especially when no one is watching. For Ross Bernstein, a Hall of Fame speaker and best-selling author of nearly 50 sports books, that truth has been reinforced across thousands of interviews with the world's top athletes and coaches. The most successful leaders, whe...

YouTube lead generation is no longer reserved for influencers chasing millions of views or creators banking on viral content. For service-based professionals, coaches, and course creators, YouTube has become one of the most tactical, scalable platforms for attracting high-quality leads—when used with strategy and purpose. Nate Woodbury has made a name for himself by helping experts do exactly that...

Discover the AI strategies that let business owners work smarter while growing faster. Get the rest of the special event details after listening to this joint-podcast episode at:   https://ProfitRichResults.com/ai-powered-empire Listen until the end for BLOOPERS In this comprehensive 90-minute conversation, Hall of Fame keynote speaker Ford Saeks and business strategist Randy Gage reveal the preci...

Franchise growth strategies have never been more critical. In an era where consumer attention is fragmented and competition is fierce, the brands that thrive are those that go beyond selling products and services—they tell stories that resonate. Few people understand this better than Nick Powills, founder of No Limit Agency and publisher of 1851 Franchise , a platform dedicated to bridging the gap...

Wealth management is often seen as a numbers game—assets under management, returns, tax exposure—but for Paul Carroll, it's always been about people first. As the CEO and founder of Avion Wealth, Carroll has spent nearly two decades building a firm that redefines what it means to serve high-net-worth individuals and families. With a philosophy rooted in trust, leadership, and strategic clarity, he...

Leading with a growth mindset isn't just a buzzword—it's a transformative approach that defines how businesses adapt, innovate, and thrive in competitive markets. For Larisa Walega, Chief Growth Officer at Ziebart, this mindset has been the foundation of a remarkable career and a driving force behind the evolution of a 65-year-old global brand. Ziebart is a name many associate with automotive prot...

Authentic personal branding has never been more important—or more misunderstood. In an era where AI-generated content floods the internet and social media algorithms reward superficial engagement, how can entrepreneurs, founders, and creators cut through the noise and actually connect? That's the question at the heart of this powerful episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show , featuring i...

Supporting healthy employees isn't just about offering perks—it's about creating a workplace culture where well-being translates into productivity and long-term success. Few understand this better than Cody Beard, owner of Prime IV Hydration & Wellness in Wichita. With years of leadership experience in manufacturing and a deep commitment to health, Beard brings a unique perspective on why wellness...

AI hearing technology is redefining what it means to stay connected, healthy, and high-performing in today's fast-moving world. Leading that transformation is Brandon Sawalich, President & CEO of Starkey—the only American-owned major hearing aid manufacturer and a global pioneer in intelligent hearing solutions. With over 30 years at Starkey, Sawalich has led the company from legacy roots to a bil...

Spa franchise growth is evolving beyond the basics of service menus and storefront expansion. Today, the most successful wellness brands scale by blending luxury with purpose—offering not just treatments, but experiences that restore, connect, and inspire. One brand leading this shift is Spavia Day Spa, founded by Allison Langenderfer. What began as a single-location concept has grown into a natio...

Customer experience franchise growth has become the difference-maker for brands that aim to scale in today's competitive market. It's no longer enough to have a recognizable logo or a trendy product. Brands that grow—and stay relevant—are the ones that build a following through memorable, customizable customer experiences. At the center of this movement is FiiZ Drinks, a soda-centric franchise tha...

Franchise business growth isn't just about systems and strategy—it's about building a model that scales while staying rooted in purpose. The challenge? Most entrepreneurs either chase fast expansion without infrastructure or lose momentum by over-engineering before gaining traction. So how do you strike the balance between rapid scale and sustainable leadership? Franchise leaders often face the fr...

Scaling franchise growth in today's competitive and tech-driven economy is no small feat. If you're a brand looking to expand nationally or internationally, how do you structure your business to support sustainable growth without sacrificing brand consistency or operational quality? That's exactly the kind of question this week's episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show sets out to tackle...