Grit.org Podcast

In this interview, we speak with Lester Crafton who is a pioneer in the solar space.  From growing up in a small town to working and excelling in one of the hardest summer internships in the world, Lester is a master of connecting with people and building sales organizations.  As a co-Founder in Ovanova.co with a decade of experience in the solar industry, his company helps build and fund micro gr...

 We interview United States Navy, Master Chief R.J. Chapman discussing his journey from growing up in Lake Tahoe, Nevada to serving over 30 years in the Navy and serving on 5 submarines and 1 ship including the War in Iraq.  He then spent 14 years teaching JRTOC in Camden County.  He is President of the North Florida Toastmasters group, has a TEDx talk, and has a growing youtube channel.  Filled w...

Zach Peyton is a West Point Graduate that built a fencing business now boasting 100+ franchises doing nearly $300 million in annual sales.  From growing up in Texas, serving the military, starting a fencing business while growing his family, we discuss the skill sets, disciplines, and systems that helped him grow a business from scratch.  Bringing new systems and strategies to elevate the business...

We interview Matt Doherty who was a starter on the 1982 National Championship team with Michael Jordan and James Worthy under legendary coach Dean Smith.  Matt then went on to coach for UNC Chapel Hill and Notre Dame.  We discuss his journey from childhood growing up in New York and his passion for basketball spanning from playing in college to coaching.  We unpack the mindsets that helped him bec...

In this episode of the Grit.org podcast, Michael and Brian speak with Mac Spiller on the why and how of helping Mac acquire the domain Maddox.com.  Learn how Mac's team was able to offset their youth by using the name Maddox, the decision behind why it was important to shorten their domain, and the price they paid for it.  Enjoy! Website: https://www.grit.org/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com...

In this episode, Brian and Jen Harbin sit down with Jack O'Callahan, a Boston native that graduated from Boston Latin School and went on to play college hockey at Boston University.   We discuss growing up in Boston and the principles and philosophies that helped shape him to become a collegiate, olympic, and professional hockey player.   We also unpack details about the 'Miracle' s...

In this episode of the Grit.org podcast, Grit Brokerage interviews the Head of Digital at Omorpho, Brandon Burroughs, about the decision and process of upgrading from .fit to .com.  We get into the Nitty Gritty of why and how they did it.  Enjoy! Website: https://www.grit.org/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYFCl9ZQw6opYuNsm48euw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritdotorg/?igshid=...

We get to sit down with Lee Humphrey and talk about his high school career, getting recruited by University of Florida and other top basketball schools, playing for back to back titles at UF, inside stories on Coach Billy Donovan and Al Horford, playing basketball in Europe and the G League, and his life know as a parent and coach of 3 boys and his current sales professional career with Pontoon. W...

In this episode, we interview Josh Reason.  Josh tells his story of growing up in a boarding school, playing collegiate tennis, meeting his wife, getting into domains, becoming an entrepreneur, and his schedule as a current professional pickleball player.  Brian met Josh through the domain industry and they also discuss the recent domain deal they did together.  Website: https://www.grit.org/ Yout...

This episode of the quarterly podcast with Grit Brokerage includes special guests Stone Harbin and Tess Diaz!  Grit discusses the most recent domain conference in Austin and being named top 5 Masters of Domains for Escrow.com.   Tess talks about her experience attending domain conferences all over the world and her recent experience coming face to face with a gorilla!  Grit discusses the transacti...

Introducing John Thompson, a distinguished financial consultant from Jacksonville, Florida, dedicated to empowering highly successful individuals to pursue lives of purpose beyond work. With a focus on personalized strategies, John pioneers an innovative approach to wealth management, blending advanced planning techniques with comprehensive private wealth services. His expertise spans various doma...

In this episode we sit down with Elly Liao. Elly is an eternal optimist and advocate for spreading love and kindness throughout our world. With a belief in the transformative power of love, balance, and purpose, she guides individuals towards happier, more fulfilled lives, both personally and professionally. Growing up as a 1st generation Taiwanese-American in the South, Elly's early experien...

In this episode we sit down again with the Grit Brokerage team to discuss teamwork and exciting projects for 2024. Teamwork is always helpful, but its required in the domain industry. Not just within your brokerage, but between buyer and seller representation and beyond. Thats where Grit Brokerage sets themselves apart, top tier teamwork to serve their clients. We discuss the tactics you incorpora...

Eun Cho, an alumnus of Jacksonville University and Columbia University, spent 15-years in a finance job in New York City before realizing he wanted to do something that resonates with his life story, thus creating Haymaker Coffee. His ability to develop complex financial models and effectively communicate ideas propelled the growth of Haymaker. Cho's emphasis on fueling the American dream is...

In this episode we interview former D-1 basketball player Wyatt Walker. Wyatt is from Jacksonville, Florida and standing at 6'9, he was always a ball player. He attended Providence high school where we played 3 years with NBA star Grayson Allen. After dominating the Florida high school scene, Wyatt went on to play at Ohio State University and Samford University. Through this time he worked to...

In this episode we sit back down with the Grit Brokerage team to discuss stories and strategies for closing deals, how to plan for a great 2024, and dive into the current state of the domain industry. Grit will be a requirement for success in 2024, therefor we hope you will continue to listen to our show and best prepare yourself for any adversity in the way! Be sure to visit GritBrokerage.com for...

Steel Lafferty, a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, began wakeboarding at age 10 and quickly displayed exceptional talent. He turned professional in 2011 and has since made significant strides, becoming the first to land the Wake To Wake 1080, Toeside Backside 900, and Heel Side Backside 1080. Lafferty is celebrated for setting records and expanding wakeboarding's possibilities. His athleti...

Josh Kennedy founded First Coast Home Pros, a comprehensive cleaning company in Northeast Florida, known for its exceptional service and customer satisfaction. The company, which started with window cleaning, has expanded to include a wide range of services, including exterior cleaning, maid services, and IICRC certified interior cleaning. Under Kennedy's leadership, the business also offers...

Charlie Jimerson is a powerhouse attorney known for taking on the toughest legal battles that businesses face. He's a seasoned lawyer who excels in high-stakes scenarios, with a track record of successful outcomes. Charlie's expertise spans various industries, and he leads teams of lawyers, handling everything from contract drafting to complex commercial disputes. He's also a respec...

Rachel is the co-founder of Roots Marketing Agency in New York. She launched the agency alongside her longtime friend after they both graduated from Florida State. They have built their agency from the ground up and now have multiple full time staff, an office space, and clients pouring in regularly. In this episode we discuss Rachels leap into entrepreneurship, tips for partnerships and collabora...

Steven Gold is a serial entrepreneur in the health care space. He has a track record of discipline and determination - starting in college. Steven was the captain of the Yale swim team and following his time at Yale he went on to earn degrees from Florida and Pennsylvania. In this episode we discuss his entrepreneurial journey and how his athletic career has played a part in his success. We also t...

The title here does not lie - out of a life time of conversations, Gary is the most interesting person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He was raised in the United Kingdom, where as a young man he joined the Royal Navy. He soon after entered  the SBS (Special Boat Service) where he died twice, went on hundreds of deployments, and travelled all across the world. After nearly two decades in...

In this episode we sit down with the team Grit Brokerage to discuss the latest events in the digital world. From the recent domain conference in London, to billionaires acquiring their last name domain - this episode is action packed with everything you need to know currently happening in the domain space. Be sure to share this episode with someone you think would enjoy it, and reach out to Grit B...

Matt Greggo is a dedicated bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and influencer. In this episode Matt Greggo shares his experiences in the gym, battling mental health, going viral on social media, and much much more. Matt holds a IFBB Pro Card and recently qualified for the Mr. Olympia. While competing, he also runs his own coaching business working with other competitive bodybuilders. Matt has used his plat...

Elise Fallucco is a Jacksonville local leading the way in the battle against child mental health. She is a mom, doctor, podcaster and more. Holding degrees from Princeton and Vanderbilt, she is extremely well respected in her field and is here on the podcast to discuss everything from raising kids of her own, to how to spot a child in crisis, to ways you can connect with a mental health profession...