Partnerships For Profit

On this episode of Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by J.R. Ross, a growth marketing strategist with 20+ years shaping brands from PepsiCo to fast-scaling startups. We dive into creativity, ROI, leadership transformation, and how Louisiana’s unique culture fuels his mission-driven approach to growth. Connect with J.R. Ross Website: jdrgrowthadvisory.com

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Madeline Barry, a Case Manager who brings compassion, structure, and humanity to the legal industry. Madeline shares what really happens behind the scenes in law firms, how she balances empathy with self-care, and why human connection still matters in an AI-driven world. Connect with Madeline Barry Website: https://caweltilaw.com/

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we sit down with Donald McGarrah, a nationally recognized trial lawyer who has led catastrophic injury and commercial litigation cases across 38 states. Donald shares what it takes to win when the stakes are highest, manage legal crises, and perform under relentless pressure. Connect with Donald McGarrahLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-mcgarrah-600...

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Kevin Voisin, COO at Apogee and a direct, no-excuses leadership mentor who has coached 40,000+ lives and spoken on stages across five continents. Kevin breaks down why “balance” is a trap, how powerful imperfection becomes real strength, and the wake-up call every leader eventually faces: nobody is coming to save you.

We’re joined by Corey Quinn—Agency Growth Advisor and creator of the Deep Specialization™ Methodology—sharing how digital agencies can dominate a niche, win higher-value clients, and build sales systems that scale beyond the founder. Corey also breaks down what it really takes to move from inconsistent pipeline to predictable growth, drawing from his experience helping scale Scorpion from $20M to...

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Jake Larsen, Founder and CEO of Video Power Marketing and one of the world’s few YouTube Marketing Ambassadors selected by Google. Jake breaks down what most businesses get wrong with paid ads—and how YouTube campaigns can deliver predictable, scalable ROI.

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Valerie Fenchel, Founder of Fenchel Family Law PC and a child-focused family law attorney redefining how families approach divorce. Valerie shares what most people get wrong about separation, how to protect children during high-conflict situations, and when litigation is truly necessary.

Today on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Christina McKinnon, Managing Attorney and renowned leader in family law and personal injury across South Florida. Known for her award-winning legal career and commitment to serving families with excellence, Christina shares powerful insights from over two decades of running a high-performing law firm.

Renée C. Bauer—Founder of Happy Even After Family Law—is joining Partnerships for Profit to break down how she built a powerful referral network through “unreasonable hospitality,” boots-on-the-ground marketing, and aligned partnerships that multiply trust and exposure. Expect practical, real-world strategies service businesses can apply immediately to drive consistent leads and credibility.

We're excited to welcome Jessica Oman, COO of Malek + Malek and a people-centered operations leader transforming how law firms build culture, efficiency, and growth. She joins us to talk leadership, systems, human potential, and the art of blending structure with heart.

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Chris Massaro, CEO, and Shea Litchy, COO of TSEG, the leadership duo behind one of the fastest-growing legal marketing companies. Together, they break down how operational excellence, innovation, and referral-driven strategies fuel scalable firm growth.

Public relations consultant Keren Speck—aka the Chief Attention Seeker—joins Partnerships for Profit to break down how founders and experts can turn credibility into attention that drives revenue. We’ll talk modern PR, “big-agency” strategies for growing businesses, and why press coverage is becoming a secret weapon for AI search.

We’re sitting down with Nick Cohen, COO at Matador Solutions and a licensed California attorney, to talk about what really drives online case acquisition and sustainable law firm growth. From building on WordPress at 12 to guiding strategy for 150+ firms nationwide, Nick shares the best practices that separate firms that scale from firms that stall.

Josh Schmerling—Chief Strategy Officer & Co-Founder of LawPro.ai and Partner at Zirkin & Schmerling—joins Partnerships for Profit to break down how top PI firms scale smarter, increase case value, and use AI to compress case review from hours to minutes. Expect tactical insights on operational excellence, trial strategy, and the future of law firm profitability.

On the next episode of Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Bettina Altizer—founder and President of Altizer Law, P.C., world champion powerlifter, and high-performance trial lawyer. We’ll dive into how she blends personal injury advocacy, human optimization, and advanced communication techniques to help lawyers become more composed, confident, and influential in the courtroom.

On the next episode of Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Jesse Kaplan, Founder of Jaz Entertainment, a multigenerational Hollywood-rooted AV company building cutting-edge studios, live event systems, and virtual production environments. We’ll dive into how he blends old-school cinematic standards with modern broadcast technology to help businesses create reliable, cinematic-quality content...

We’re excited to welcome Amanda Hynds, National Account Executive at Lexitas Legal, with over 20 years in litigation and mass torts. She specializes in bridging the gap between legal, medical, and operational workflows—helping firms scale smarter and win more efficiently.

Today on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Sean Patton — Executive Coach with Novus Global, keynote speaker, author, and former U.S. Army Special Forces Commander. Sean is known for helping leaders unlock discipline, meta-performance, and the highest version of themselves.

On the next episode of Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Jonathan Hawkins, Founder of Law Firm GC and host of the Founding Partner Podcast. He’s the “business lawyer for lawyers,” helping firms navigate partnerships, breakups, risk, ethics, and everything that can make—or break—a law firm behind the scenes.

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Gregory Klein-Hertzel, Founder and CEO of ConnectivTech—a company revolutionizing how businesses find and implement the right technology solutions. Greg shares how his “people-first” approach to tech partnerships helps companies grow smarter and faster.

In our next episode, we’re joined by Lindsay White, executive coach and fractional Chief People Officer behind High Voltage Leadership. She’s known for helping founders scale without burnout using her LPC Method™ focused on Leadership, People Strategy, and Culture. Get ready for a powerful conversation about building teams that actually help your business grow.

Today on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by Ben Schemper—CEO of Abundant and one of the leading mentors for sales performance, influence, and high-impact leadership. Ben breaks down the psychology behind elite communication and the breakthroughs that help top producers scale without burnout.

This week on Partnerships for Profit, we’re joined by John R. Kormanik, Esq.—PCC-certified coach, former law firm owner, and author of Break the Law. John helps managing partners and firm owners reinvent the way they lead, work, and live. We’ll explore burnout, leadership blind spots, and the shifts attorneys must make to thrive in today’s legal world.

Get ready to meet Erica Caviness, Founder and Lead Coach of Thrive Concepts, where she helps law firms move from burnout to breakthrough. With years of legal and medical coaching experience, Erica empowers attorneys to lead with intention, resilience, and fulfillment.

Today on Partnerships for Profit, we sit down with Ellen Sullivan, Esq., Founding Attorney of Cambridge Immigration Law and a leading voice in client-centered immigration advocacy. She shares the human stories behind immigration work, the realities of building a mission-driven law firm, and the global experiences that shaped her approach.