The Entrepreneurial Edge with Dawn Gagye

What if your pressure washing company was also a youth development engine? That's exactly what Jason Williams and Will "Willy" Walters built with Purifico Pressure Washing Solutions — and in this episode, they pull back thecurtain on all of it. Dawn Gagye is your host for this episode of The Entrepreneurial Edge Podcast.  Jason spent two decades in nonprofit youth work before realizi...

Your Body Is Your Résumé: How Successful Men Stop Drifting & Start Leading | Kyle Brookes of Excalibur DESCRIPTION Kyle Brookes is the founder of Excalibur — a hybrid body-and-mind performance coaching program for successful men in their 30s to 50s who are drifting: in their bodies, their relationships, and their leadership. Kyle’s belief is direct: your body is your résumé. How you walk into...

Filmed at Davis Orthopedics in Birmingham, Alabama. Dawn Gagye - host of The Entrepreneurial Edge - interviews orthopedic surgeon Matt Davis, MD and functional nutritionist/RBTI specialist Mari Handley about their integrated approach to patient care that goes beyond isolated specialty treatment.  Mari explains her path into functional nutrition through caring for four children with PKU and her foc...

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Edge, host Dawn Gagye interviews Jeffrey Florio, founder of Old Oak Advisors. They discuss the importance of working with a fee-only fiduciary and how it can transform your financial future. Jeffrey explains what sets fiduciaries apart from other financial advisors and highlights crucial factors such as risk tolerance, portfolio management, and the personal t...

The most incredible sale story you'll ever hear! Estate sale expert Rashel Post shares the jaw-dropping story of selling a 1950s World's Fair train prototype - literally the ONLY one left in existence after 249 others were deliberately sunk in the ocean for a coral reef project. But here's what makes this story even more amazing: this wasn't just luck. It was six months of strategi...

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Edge podcast, host Dawn Gagye sits down with Rashel from Peddling Post, a resale strategist who has carved a niche in the challenging world of selling second-hand goods. Rashel shares her journey from corporate accounting to becoming a key player in the Birmingham estate sale market. She discusses the impact of algorithms on online selling, the importance of...

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Edge, Dawn Gagye of Tracer Strategic Marketing sits down with Certified Financial Planner Jessica McDonald , founder of Southern Wealth Builders , to explore the world of financial education for young athletes and entrepreneurs navigating new wealth and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) opportunities. Jessica shares her journey from growing up as the daughter o...

Behind the Marketing Scenes: The Power of Strategy and Implementation" This special podcast episode, part of a special crossover series featuring The Entrepreneurial Edge and Rapport by LilyGrace, highlights the importance of collaboration between marketing strategy and implementation. Hosted by Dawn Gagye, the Savvy Strategist, and LilyGrace York, the Insightful Implementer, the conversation...

Join us on Episode 6 of The Entrepreneurial Edge for an inspiring conversation with Ronni Hochman, a transitional life coach who shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. In this episode, Ronni discusses the importance of empathy, the power of small steps, and how to navigate through significant life changes like divorce, caregiving, and starting a new business. Perfect for femal...

Episode 5: The Power of Podcasting: Building Partnerships with Lily Grace York In this episode of the Entrepreneurial Edge Podcast, host Dawn Gagye welcomes creative and multi-passionate entrepreneur Lily Grace York. They discuss the evolution of their friendship, the role of podcasting in personal growth, and the significance of building community and leveraging partnerships through intentional p...

In this enlightening episode of the Entrepreneurial Edge podcast, host Dawn Gagye sits down with Jenny Gessler, a leadership coach specializing in the dental community, to discuss the tenets of self-leadership and the impact of ego in professional settings. Gessler, who transitioned from a career in personal training to becoming an orthodontic practice consultant and eventually a leadership coach,...

This episode explores the journey and expertise of Siobhan Neilland, emphasizing talent acquisition, leadership development, emotional intelligence, and inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging. It highlights the evolution of her career, the importance of diversity and equity, and the effectiveness of her talent optimization framework. We also delve into the LEAP program at Amazon, discussing le...

Episode 1: The Entrepreneurial Edge with Dawn Gagye and Guest Dianne Bennett on Intentional Leadership On this episode, we discuss Diane's journey into entrepreneurship, her approach to leadership, and the importance of intentional and heart-centered leadership. We also touch on the power of community, personal resilience, and the goal of empowering women in business. The conversation highligh...

The Entrepreneurial Edge Podcast Episode 2: Simple Marketing Systems and Overcoming Entrepreneurial Fears with Yarden Carroll The podcast features a conversation between the host, Dawn Gagye, and Yarden Carroll, the CEO of Crowned Creative, as they explore Yarden's journey from nursing to the utility sector and her transition into marketing. They discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, emb...