Tim Branyan

Spotlight Podcast

Business EN ↓ 29 episodes

Tim Branyan highlights impactful business owners, entrepreneurs & leaders to discuss personal + professional evolution, entrepreneurial mindset, and advice for the next generation of founders.

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Tim Branyan

Episodes

Heath Murray Cracks the DoD Code: From Cop to Contracting Connector 02.07.2025 48:19

In Episode 4, Tim Branyan sits down with Heath Murray, a super-connector and Executive Director of DING Midwest, at Vision Studio in Kokomo. From southern Indiana coal country to law enforcement, bartending in South Carolina, and now bridging the Midwest’s defense ecosystem, Heath’s journey is packed with grit and lessons. He breaks down the complex world of Department of Defense (DoD) contracting...

From Air Force to AgTech: Nathan Smith’s Journey with Northstar Systems 02.07.2025 49:03

Join Tim Branyan on Spotlight as he chats with Nate Smith, founder of Northstar Systems, a data monitoring service revolutionizing agtech and beyond. From his Air Force days to launching in October 2023, Nate shares how his company provides safety and efficiency for fertilizer tanks, grain silos, and municipalities using real-time 5G tech. Discover his rapid growth, nomination for TechPoint’s Mira...

Alec Downing Unleashes Banking Secrets, Kokomo CEO, and Community Power 01.07.2025 1:08:19

Tim Branyan sits down with Alec Downing, a servant leader from First Farmers Bank and a driving force behind the Kokomo CEO program. From his roots in Greentown, Indiana, to shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs, Alec shares his journey, insider banking insights, and passion for community growth. We dive into the Kokomo CEO program—Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities—its impact on high s...

Secrets to Dealer Success: Persistence & Partnerships with Joseph Link 25.06.2025 49:17

Join host Tim Branyan as he sits down with Joseph Link, a seasoned expert in business development and dealer relationships, to unpack the secrets behind thriving manufacturer-dealer partnerships. From his roles at Arrowquip and Yakta—managing over 250 U.S. dealers—to his early days at Ventrec with Aeroquip, Joseph shares how persistence, innovative floor planning, and top-tier customer service dri...