HTown Handshakes

HTown Handshakes Business Builder Podcast

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Welcome to the HTown Handshakes Business Builder Podcast — your front-row seat to the most inspiring stories and growth strategies from Houston’s boldest business leaders, founders, and visionaries. Whether you're building your brand, scaling your company, or looking to connect with the real movers and shakers of the H, this is your go-to resource. Each episode dives deep into the minds of local entrepreneurs, sharing real-world tactics, leadership lessons, and powerful connections that fuel business success in Houston and beyond. Tune in, level up, and shake things up with us—HTown style.

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From Toxic Job to Founder: Jamila Robinson on Nonprofit Marketing + Networking 02.02.2026 38:29

Jamila Robinson, founder of Elevate Your Impact, breaks down the real side of entrepreneurship—what happens when clients drop, the “boat starts leaking,” and you’ve still got to keep moving. We talk nonprofit marketing that actually works (social media, email, and video), how community and networking accelerate growth, and why partnerships can either multiply your momentum or create major headache...

From Avon Hustle to Financial Freedom — Diane Brown on Building Wealth & Protecting Your Family 02.10.2025 26:33

Too many families wait until it’s too late to plan for their financial future. In this powerful episode of the HTown Handshakes Podcast , host L. Edward Ferguson sits down with Diane Brown , licensed life insurance agent and founder of Family Finance . Diane shares her real-life journey from losing her job during COVID to discovering her true calling: helping everyday people save money, get out of...

Unlocking Legal Empowerment & Entrepreneurial Success in Houston with Stan Millican | HTown Handshakes 18.09.2025 10:46

Join host Edward Ferguson on this episode of HTown Handshakes as he sits down with Houston entrepreneur Stan Millican for an insightful, business-focused discussion. With over 23 years of experience championing legal empowerment through LegalShield, Stan shares his inspiring origin story, the transformative impact of legal access for individuals and businesses, and practical advice for early-stage...

Turning Passion Into Pictures: Doug Burns on Creativity, Grit, and the Real Houston Hustle 11.09.2025 35:37

Ready to get inspired by Houston’s creative scene? In this episode of HTown Handshakes, host Edward Ferguson sits down with Douglas (Doug) Burns—owner and founder of DNB Productions and a seasoned professional in the world of photography and videography. Doug takes us inside his decades-spanning career, from chasing breaking news for NBC in Lubbock, to working with major broadcast giants like Fox...

Tracie Jae: The Quiet Rebel Revolutionizing Curiosity in Houston | HTown Handshakes Business Podcast 04.09.2025 35:16

Join host Edward Ferguson as he sits down with Tracie J.—also known as The Quiet Rebel—on this inspiring episode of the HTown Handshakes Business Podcast. From humble beginnings with bubble meditations in Houston’s parks to developing innovative frameworks for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), Tracie shares her entrepreneurial journey of creating connection and sparking meaningful change. Di...

Building a Culture of Love in Business: Irene Greaves on Lovescaping 23.07.2025 24:07

Welcome to another episode of the HTown Handshakes Business Builder Podcast, your go-to resource for inspiring stories and actionable strategies from Houston’s most visionary leaders! In this episode, host Edward Ferguson sits down with Irene Greaves, founder of Lovescaping and author of the transformative book by the same name. 🌎💖Discover how Irene is on a mission to embed LOVE as a foundationa...