Legacy Engineered with Scott Arden

Resilience is a skill that can be learned in both the boxing ring and the boardroom—so what happens when a three-time national boxing champion trades gloves for a law degree and a new fight in the courtroom? In this episode, Joey Gilbert joins Scott Arden to explore what it really takes to reinvent yourself after reaching the top of one game and starting from scratch in another. Joey Gilbert share...

What if the biggest threat to your wealth isn’t taxes, market volatility, or risky investments—but accounting mistakes hiding in plain sight? In this eye-opening episode, Angie Grainger, founder of Prosperint and an expert “money finder,” reveals how even the most successful business owners can lose millions through overlooked blind spots and lack of advisor coordination. Scott Arden and Angie Gra...

What if the owner of a billion-dollar sports franchise lost everything—just because he didn’t plan for what happens after he’s gone? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, discover the real stories of incredible wealth lost (and saved) through smart—or not so smart—legacy planning. Doug Shaddix, attorney, advisor, and founder of Asset Shields, joins Scott Arden to break down the myths of estate pla...

What if everything you think you know about self-promotion—and humility—is holding you back from real influence? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, David Fagan, former CEO of Guerrilla Marketing and founder of Top Talent Agency, reveals why the "humility myth" keeps brilliant people from ever being noticed. David Fagan shares the specific strategies he uses to position entrepreneurs,...

Did you know that banks decline 90% of small business loan applications? But what if that's actually an opportunity—if you know the right strategies? This episode of Legacy Engineered will change the way you think about funding your business—and show you how smart capital can launch explosive growth instead of quietly capping your potential. Scott Arden welcomes Jason Ames, president of Direct...

What if 80% of today’s software businesses are already obsolete—and AI is the disruptor? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with legendary entrepreneur Daven Michaels, a New York Times bestselling author and the mastermind behind ventures like 1, 2, 3 Employee, Capstone, and the San Juan Social Club. Daven Michaels pulls back the curtain on building sexy brands in com...

What if there’s a way for business owners to deliver high-level employee benefits, give their teams a raise, and unlock significant savings—all at zero net cost? In this eye-opening episode of Legacy Engineered, Scott Arden sits down with Jeremiah Desmarais, a 3x Inc. 5000 entrepreneur and leader in the insurance and financial services industry, to reveal a little-known provision buried in the Aff...

What if the real reason your marketing isn’t working isn’t your ads—but your entire approach? In this eye-opening interview, Alexa D’Agostino reveals why billions are wasted every year on marketing that looks good but doesn’t actually drive results, and shares the hard truths most agencies won’t tell you. From building 15 multimillion-dollar companies to helping brands like Apple and Mercedes-Benz...

What if 30% of the workforce vanished in the next three years—would your business survive? On this episode of Legacy Engineered, Scott Arden sits down with serial entrepreneur and investor Greg Writer to reveal the AI-driven tidal wave transforming business as we know it. Discover how leveraging AI agents can replace 20 to 40 hours of due diligence with just a couple of clicks, why the companies o...

What if the secret to skyrocketing business performance isn’t grinding harder—but learning how to dream again? In this next episode of Legacy Engineered, Pas Simpson, the so-called “Happiness Engineer,” sits down with Scott Arden to reveal why true success starts with happiness, gratitude, collaboration, and living your purpose. From going through a divorce and homelessness to coaching top entrepr...

What if everything you’ve been told about success, wealth, and legacy is wrong—and relentlessly checking off your to-do list is actually keeping you from true fulfillment? Scott Arden sits down with financial strategist and "Be the Giraffe" founder Chris Jarvis to challenge the status quo on what lasting wealth and a meaningful legacy are really about. From bouncing back after losing eve...

What if your “successful” business isn’t worth as much as you think—or worse, can’t survive without you? Scott Arden sits down with mergers and acquisitions expert and “Business Transition Sherpa,” Laurie Barkman, to break down the often-ignored realities of exit planning, business valuation, and—most importantly—creating a company built to last beyond its founder. You’ll discover the truth behind...

What if the smartest move you can make when your business is running out of cash... is to BUY another company? Host Scott Arden sits down with legendary entrepreneur and M&A strategist Tom Shipley, whose unconventional approach to growth has built and sold companies generating over $2 billion in revenue. Discover how Tom Shipley went from IDF Special Forces to scaling brands through the power...

Did you know you could sell your investment property, skip the headaches of tenants and toilets—and defer your capital gains taxes at the same time? In this eye-opening episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Ray Dewitt, founder of 1031 DST Group, to pull back the curtain on one of the most powerful yet misunderstood tools in real estate: the 1031 exchange and Delaware Statut...

What if everything you thought you knew about legacy—and the structures required to protect it—was wrong? Scott Arden sits down with Eric Hintermeyer, a decorated military leader turned CEO, to expose the surprising disciplines that truly create enduring organizations and family enterprises. With nearly 30 years of military service and over 13 years managing federal appropriations, Eric Hintermeye...

What if the secret to lasting success isn’t relentless perfection, but the courage to take imperfect action—again and again? In this thought-provoking episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with serial entrepreneur and systems-driven operator Samuel Sokol, the powerhouse behind multiple seven and eight figure health businesses. Through candid stories and lessons learned from scal...

What if everything you’ve learned about investing is keeping you from the real opportunities? In this eye-opening episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Jon Howard of Magnolia Ridge Capital—a firm known for uncovering private investment opportunities most people miss. Jon Howard pulls back the curtain on the world of private equity, real estate, and niche sectors like oil an...

What if the secret to securing capital for your business isn’t just about having a great idea—but actually starts with your very first interaction with the bank? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with banking insider Josh Dunlap, Business Account Representative at U.S. Bank, to pull back the curtain on what banks really look for—and the costly mistakes most business...

What if the difference between a short-lived business and a legendary legacy came down to just two things: your values and your focus? Scott Arden sits down with renowned leadership expert and C-Suite Network chairman Jeffrey Hayzlett for a candid conversation that cuts through all the business buzzwords and reveals what truly separates leaders who endure from those who merely survive. You’ll hear...

What if the stock market really IS rigged against you—and the key to beating it has been hiding in plain sight? In this eye-opening episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden dives deep with Randy Tate, self-made entrepreneur, technology leader, and co-founder/CEO of iFlip. Randy pulls back the curtain on the biggest flaws in traditional wealth management, explaining why most financial advisor...

Why settle for a fancy CEO title when you could be a “Determined Little Sh*t”? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Tricia Benn, CEO of the C-Suite Network, to challenge everything you thought you knew about true executive leadership and building a legacy that outlasts the C-suite. From the very start, Tricia Benn pulls no punches—she reveals why anyone can claim t...

What if the secret to lasting financial legacy isn’t just about wealth—but about redefining the entire financial services industry from the inside out? In this episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden welcomes CJ Davidson, founder and CEO of Proxy Financial, for a candid, inspiring conversation that will make you rethink your approach to money, legacy, and leadership. Discover how CJ Davidso...

What if the secret to unlocking your brain’s full potential wasn’t a pill—but a frequency? In this shocking and enlightening episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Dr. Patrick Porter, pioneer of brainwave entrainment and the creator of BrainTap, to expose jaw-dropping truths about human performance, aging, and legacy. Dr. Porter shares how simple changes in brain activity—no...

What if everything you thought you knew about your retirement account was only the tip of the iceberg—and you were missing out on the most powerful ways to build long-term wealth? In this groundbreaking episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Ramez Fakhoury, VP of IRA Club, to unpack the secrets behind self-directed IRAs and why the majority of Americans are leaving money—and...

What if a single storm could wipe out your entire business—and GoFundMe was your only backup plan? In this eye-opening episode of Legacy Engineered, host Scott Arden sits down with Erika Andresen, a former military lawyer turned business continuity expert, who’s on a mission to ensure business owners never have to face total loss unprepared. Drawing on experiences from deployments in Afghanistan a...