On It - Not In It

This episode features Tim Pallay, President of Duracote Corporation, a small coating and laminating company. Tim shares his career journey from intern to president, the challenges of leading through the pandemic, and his plans for future growth. Listeners will learn how Duracote has innovated its product offering, focused on aviation markets, and provided excellent customer service. Entrepreneurs...

This episode features an interview with Joe Martin, founder, and president of MartinCSI, an industrial control systems integrator. Joe shares his journey of starting the business in 1993 after recognizing an unmet need in the market. He discusses the challenges of running a small business, including managing growth and operational issues. Joe also talks about the importance of adapting to changes...

This episode features an interview with Jim Rader, founder and president of Project Technologies and Services. Jim shares his journey from working as an engineer for other companies to starting his own business. He discusses some of the challenges of making the transition to entrepreneurship and building a company. Jim also offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. The interview provides insights...

This episode features Henry Boggs, owner of MRB Services, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey of starting a manufacturing business with only $15,000 and building it into a $2.1 million company over 7 years. Henry discusses the challenges of flexibility, adapting to change, and knowing when it's time to exit. Listeners will learn from Henry's experiences and gain insights on entrepre...

This episode features Monica Lewis, president of J.S. Brown and Co., a residential remodeling contractor in Ohio. Monica shares her journey transitioning from design to sales and eventually becoming a business owner within the company. She discusses her gradual transition to full ownership and strategies for thoughtful, purposeful growth. Monica also emphasizes the importance of innovation and sta...

In this episode, Brian Wilson shares his journey taking over the family business North American Coating and discusses the challenges of being a second generation entrepreneur. He talks about learning from his father's mistakes as the business struggled with complacency, and the steps he took to revitalize the company. Brian also provides valuable insights into maintaining a positive company c...

In this episode, Mark Wise shares his journey from coaching youth soccer to founding the Columbus Eagles FC women's soccer franchise. Listen as Mark describes falling in love with the game and pursuing his passion, even as early attempts at professional women's soccer leagues failed. Hear how Mark learned important business lessons and worked to build a sustainable model for his team in...

Todd sits down with Wade Clark, co-founder of Cleveland Video Company, to discuss his journey starting a successful video production business straight out of college. Wade shares how a class assignment sparked the idea to turn their video skills into an entrepreneurial venture. He discusses the challenges of scaling a growing business and finding reliable help. Wade also offers advice for maintain...

Michael Frank Hauser, owner of Carriage House Printery, discusses his on-demand fabric printing business and the challenges of entrepreneurship. He shares how he started the business with his wife five years ago and their journey adapting to market changes. Michael talks about issues like rising costs, interest rate hikes, and competing with larger companies. He also offers advice for aspiring ent...

This episode features an interview with Michael Fillios, founder and CEO of IT Ally. Michael shares his non-traditional path to entrepreneurship, from starting his career in accounting to becoming a Fortune 500 CIO. He discusses the experiences that led him to start IT Ally and the company's evolution from fractional CIO services to serving private equity firms. Michael also offers insights i...

This episode features an interview with Andrew Savitz, CEO of design agency Canned Spinach. Andrew shares his entrepreneurship journey, from exploring startups in college to founding Canned Spinach. He discusses common misconceptions about running a business and challenges at different stages of growth. Andrew offers advice on adapting to change, staying innovative, and mentoring others. Listeners...

This episode features an interview with Chad Hoffman, President and CEO of Ridgewood Banking Company. Chad discusses the important role that community banks play in small towns and with small businesses. He shares some of the biggest challenges small business owners face today, as well as the challenges banks face from increasing regulations. Chad also offers advice for entrepreneurs and talks abo...

Todd interviews Daniel Fernbank, co-founder of Jaegerbot 3D, an industrial 3D printer manufacturer. Daniel shares how he developed an early passion for making things from his entrepreneurial parents and engineering studies. He discusses starting Jaegerbot with classmates to capitalize on opportunities in additive manufacturing. Daniel offers insights into challenges of growing a business, maintain...

Justin Powell shares his inspiring story of starting as a young entrepreneur and growing his billboard business into a multi-state operation. Facing challenges like lack of jobs after college and limited resources, Justin shows how determination and a willingness to work hard can lead to success. He also discusses his passion project Atlas, a training program aimed at empowering the next generatio...

In this episode, Todd interviews Kara Bottoms, president and owner of PPA agency, about her journey from graphic designer to business owner. Kara discusses how she started as an intern at the agency and was mentored by the previous owner to eventually take over the business. She shares the challenges of becoming a business owner, from managing difficult client and employee situations to balancing...

This episode features an interview with Joseph Stanton, Managing Program Director at Stanton Technology Group. Joseph discusses how he maintains work-life balance as an entrepreneur running a growing business. He shares strategies like structuring his day, time management, and learning to delegate responsibilities to his team. Joseph also talks about the challenges his company faces, such as infla...

In this episode, Todd Eppert interviews Ben Beshear, CEO of Live Well Capital, about his over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Ben discusses starting his own company within Northwestern Mutual to help clients achieve more than just financial success - he wants them to get the most out of their lives. Ben shares insights into common misconceptions about running a business...

In this episode, Todd interviews Kevin Royce, co-founder and co-owner of Excel Physical Therapy. Kevin shares his journey from physical therapist to business owner, including the challenges of managing change within the organization. He discusses lessons learned around work-life balance and the importance of mentorship. Kevin also provides insight into the evolving physical therapy industry and Ex...

This episode features an interview with Lisa Salzman, CEO of Fire Tech Productions. Lisa discusses how she joined the fire protection training company in 2007 and has since modernized their business. She shares lessons learned over 17 years as an entrepreneur, including the misconception that owning a business means complete freedom. Lisa also offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing...

In this episode, host Todd Ebert interviews Evan Delahanty, founder and CEO of Peaceful Fruits, about his entrepreneurial journey. Evan shares how he started Peaceful Fruits to create jobs for adults with disabilities while making healthy fruit snacks. He discusses the challenges of running a small business and having to pivot his product during the COVID-19 pandemic.  OnBrand Podcast Studios prod...

This episode features Al Fischer, owner and president of The Fischer Group, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey. Al spent 26 years in a Fortune 100 company before retiring to start his own businesses. He discusses why he made the leap to entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced along the way. Al also provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of contin...

In this episode, Todd interviews Andy Black, co-owner of Ray Hamilton Moving and Storage. Andy shares how he and his cousin Jim purchased the 130-year-old family business after it had been out of the family for 20 years. He discusses the challenges of taking over a struggling business and the misconceptions of being an entrepreneur. Andy also offers insight into how he maintains work-life balance...

In this episode, Todd interviews David Goodwin, the CEO and co-founder of ATC, a telecommunications consulting firm based in Cincinnati, Ohio. David shares his entrepreneurial journey, from starting the business in 1999 after changes to his compensation plan pushed him out of corporate life, to the challenges of scaling a small business over two decades. He offers valuable advice for aspiring entr...

Todd interviews Matt Gregory, Managing Director at Ohio Equities, about his entrepreneurial journey from a marketing role into commercial real estate sales and management. Matt discusses the spark that pushed him to become an entrepreneur, common misconceptions about running a small business, maintaining work-life balance, adapting to change, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. OnBrand P...

In this episode, Todd interviews Ron Parisi, CEO of CPA on Fire, about his journey from corporate attorney and PwC employee to becoming an entrepreneur and starting his own business. Ron discusses leaving the corporate world to move back to Ohio with his family, discovering his passion for helping other entrepreneurs, and the services CPA on Fire provides to founders. He also shares insights on co...