The Brentwood Up Podcast

On this episode of Brentwood Up, we sit down with Manny, founder of Manny Movers, a locally owned moving company serving Brentwood, Franklin, Nashville, and communities across Tennessee. What started as a vision to provide dependable, stress-free moving services has grown into a business built on trust, hard work, and treating every customer like family. Manny Movers offers residential and commerc...

Guest: Bill Wehby Title: Mortgage Banker Company: First Trust Home Loans In this episode of the Brentwood Up Podcast , I sit down with Bill Wehby , a mortgage banker with First Trust Home Loans , to unpack one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make: buying a home . We go beyond surface-level advice and dig into how the mortgage process actually works , why homeownership stil...

In this episode, I sit down with Steve Catalano , franchisee of over 50 Dunkin’ Donuts locations in Middle Tennessee, and Carla Cutter , Director of Operations, to talk about what it really takes to run one of the most recognizable brands in the country at the local level. From daily operations and team management, community engagement, and keeping things consistent across dozens of stores, Steve...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Christine Smith , Owner and Optometrist at Nu Vue Eyecare in Brentwood, TN. Dr. Smith shares her inspiring journey of building a practice and raising a family right here in the heart of Brentwood. We dive into: 👁️ What makes Nu Vue Eyecare different 🏡 Why she and her husband chose Brentwood to live, work, and raise their children 👩‍⚕️ Who she serves and the...

This episode was recorded live at our weekly Bulles & Business networking mixer at the historic Mere Bulles restaurant—and what a night it was! With over 40 local professionals in attendance, the energy was high, the conversations were flowing, and the connections were real. I had the chance to step aside and sit down with four incredible guests to learn more about who they are and what they d...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Miley Barcus , the Sales Manager for Crye-Leike Realtors , located right in the heart of Brentwood! Miley shares what it really takes to succeed in real estate and offers some insight into the current housing market in Williamson County. We talk about her longstanding love for the Brentwood community , why local knowledge makes all the difference in real estate,...

On today’s episode, we’re coming to you live from our weekly networking series Bulles & Business , recorded at the beautiful Mere Bulles in Brentwood, TN! This week, we sat down with seven inspiring local business owners to hear their stories, insights, and what makes doing business in Brentwood so special. It’s an energetic mix of conversation, community, and connection. Featured Guests: Step...

As we continue our mission to help our members thrive , we’re excited to welcome Sean Lyons , Managing Partner at Up Hospitality ! Up Hospitality is home to Germantown Café, Park Café , and the brand-new Karrington Rowe , located right here in Brentwood Place (just behind Chick-fil-A ). In this episode, Sean shares: ✔️ Why community is the heartbeat of hospitality ✔️ The impact of sound levels in...

In this episode, we sit down with Dominique Young, the CEO and President of Dominique Young Law. Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Dominique made her way to Brentwood, Tennessee, where she has established herself as a trusted legal resource for small businesses. Dominique shares insights into her innovative "subscription" legal model, which provides small businesses with affordable acces...

Have you ever wondered if your business might be sitting on untapped financial resources? Today’s guest, Kathy Devereaux, Owner of KAD of Tennessee, has made it her mission to help business owners uncover money they didn’t even know they were entitled to. In this episode, Kathy dives into how KAD of Tennessee assists businesses in accessing funds from government programs that often go unnoticed. W...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Justin Howell and Trevor Milliken , two key figures from Milliken Corp , a company dedicated to concrete and asphalt excellence. Serving the Brentwood community and beyond, Milliken Corp specializes in commercial, residential, and industrial asphalt grading, sealing, and striping services. During our conversation, we discuss: Their individual roles within the co...

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lauren King and Dr. Dave Verhaagen , founders of Southeast Psychology , located right here in Brentwood, TN. As respected leaders in their field, they share the story behind their practice and what sets them apart in the world of psychology. We discuss: What makes Southeast Psychology unique and their specialties. Why they chose Brentwood as the home for their...

Wendell Bontrager President and Chief Lending Officer, Sonata Bank Wendall Bontrager serves as Sonata Bank's chief lending officer. With three decades of banking experience, he specializes in developing high-performance teams, developing and implementing organic growth initiatives, and has led organizations ranging from a de novo bank to a multi-state bank with $4 billion in assets. His extensive...