Thomas Douglas

Own the Journey

Business EN ↓ 56 episodes

Own the Journey brings together stories of the successes, failures, and resiliencies that make up the journey that business owners navigate daily. By speaking to business leaders who have been through the process and learned from it, we hope to inspire and educate the next generation of small and medium business leaders, no matter what stage of development they’re at. With topics ranging from marketing to leadership to culture to product development to technology, and loads of others, Own the Journey will dive into the nitty gritty details that make up the day-to-day entrepreneurial struggle a...

Author

Thomas Douglas

Episodes

The Untold Story Behind Your Favorite Coca-Cola Bottles with Sally Hargis 26.07.2024 30:22

In this inspiring interview, Sally Hargis, the Chairman of the Board of Ozarks Coca-Cola Bottling Company, shares her remarkable journey. As a C-Suite decision maker, you'll appreciate Sally's insights on: • Navigating consumer preferences & sustainability challenges • Investing in technology to drive manufacturing efficiencies • Advocating for business-friendly regulations Sally brings a uniq...

The Mindset Secrets of a Millionaire Mortgage Broker with James Igbinovia 26.07.2024 30:16

In this inspiring video, James Igbinovia shares his incredible journey from Nigeria to becoming a top mortgage lender in Phoenix, Arizona. You'll discover: - How a life-changing trip to Nigeria at 16 sparked James' drive for success - The unique strategies James uses to create amazing client experiences - Valuable tips for overcoming down payment hurdles as a first-time homebuyer - The importance...

Leading With Authenticity: From Unconventional Beginnings to Billion Dollar Success with Jeremy Hill 26.07.2024 44:23

In this captivating episode, Jeremy Hill, the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of JB Capital, shares his unconventional journey to success. Get ready for an engaging discussion filled with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Here's a sneak peek of what you’ll discover: - How Jeremy's path defied traditional norms, taking him from unconventional beginnings to building a billion-...

Farm to Solar: Renewable Energy and the Midwest Work Ethic with Luke Phelps 26.07.2024 29:26

Luke Phelps was raised in a Missouri farming community and worked alongside his family. Through these experiences, he saw a need for an increase in sustainable energy practices across rural America. In the year since starting his journey in the solar industry, Luke has become a serial entrepreneur, developing several new uses for solar technology. In this episode, Tom and Luke dive into what the s...

Finding Your Calling & Launching a Tech Start-Up with Dami Odunewu 26.07.2024 55:01

In this enlightening episode of Own the Journey, Dami Odunewu shares her multifaceted experience as a medical missionary, tech entrepreneur, and workplace coach. She delves into the essence of following a calling with courage, the intricacies of health communications, and her innovative approach to job matching with Purpose Connect, which challenges traditional hiring practices. Dami discusses ove...

Understanding Your Target Audience & the Transition of a Family Business with Logan Aguirre 26.07.2024 28:04

In this episode of Own the Journey, Thomas H. Douglas is joined by Logan Aguirre, Publisher/Owner at 417 Magazine and Whitaker Publishing to talk all things target audience, talent management, and technology investment. Logan has experienced the publishing industry at multiple levels and she brings that expertise into this conversation in a way that is relevant for any business leader.