The GrowthPro Edge

Watch on YouTube . What if the biggest obstacle to your success isn't a lack of time, it's how you protect it? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with entrepreneur Chris Moyer to uncover the practical systems he uses to manage multiple businesses, a demanding career, and family life without losing focus. From time blocking to eliminating distractions, Chris shares the...

Watch on YouTube : What if the smartest move for your business is not something you do alone? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Jim Tartal , owner of Scottdale Music Services and Secretary of AMOA , to talk about why industry associations are one of the most underutilized growth tools available to business owners. From advocacy and networking to problem-solving...

Watch on YouTube : What does it take to become FEC of the Year in today's highly competitive entertainment landscape? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with FEC of the Year winner Doug Mechling of Star Lanes Polaris , along with technology leaders Sara Paz from Embed and Sarah Malott from QubicaAMF . Together, they explore how strong partnerships, continuous innovati...

Watch on YouTube Supply chain concerns are not just a "big company" problem. Rising costs, changing tariffs, product availability, fuel prices, supplier disruption, and fast-moving AI tools are all affecting how businesses plan, purchase, sell, and grow. In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian talks with Claudine Ogilvie, Co-Founder and CEO of Hivepix , about how business leaders ca...

Watch on YouTube What do young leaders actually want from work, and are you giving it to them? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge, Denise Killian sits down with leadership development expert Genevieve Sullivan of The GrowthPro Group for an honest conversation about what motivates today's emerging workforce, how leadership expectations are shifting, and what companies can do right now to better...

Watch on YouTube Is Gen Z really lazy, or are we missing the point? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Amber Lambert of Betson and her daughter Rila for an honest conversation about generational needs in the workplace. From recognition and flexibility to growth opportunities and brand reputation, this discussion breaks down what younger team members are really lo...

🎥 Watch on YouTube:  What's it really like taking over a family business? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Luke Adams to talk about the realities of stepping into leadership inside a multi-generational company. From earning respect and navigating expectations to creating your own leadership style, Luke shares the challenges and opportunities that come with car...

Watch the full episode on YouTube :   Are memberships quietly hurting your business instead of helping it? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Lasertron founder Jim Kessler to talk about why memberships often fail to increase revenue—and what actually drives guests to come back. Drawing from decades of real-world testing, Jim shares what many operators get wrong a...

Watch on  YouTube : What if you could have top-level marketing leadership—without the full-time cost? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , we break down the real role of a Fractional CMO and why more Family Entertainment Centers are turning to this model to drive smarter growth. If your marketing feels inconsistent, reactive, or disconnected from sales… this is the conversation you need to hear...

Watch on YouTube : Most operators track numbers. Very few actually use them. In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , we break down one of the biggest issues holding teams back right now: KPIs that exist on paper but don't drive action. If your team is: Tracking numbers but not improving them Reviewing reports with no clear next step Setting goals that never turn into behavior You don't have a KPI...

Watch on  YouTube : What does it really take to build a successful entertainment center from the ground up? In this episode, Denise Killian sits down with Amber Lambert to break down what actually works when launching a new concept and what quietly kills it before it ever gains traction. This isn't theory. It's what operators get wrong every day and how to fix it early. In this episode: Why trying...

Watch on YouTube : What if the thing holding you back isn't effort—but lack of clarity? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Chris Moyer to unpack how mentorship and coaching unlock growth, create structure, and help leaders find the right path faster. From real estate to running multi-location entertainment centers, Chris shares how coaching changed everything. Yo...

Watch on YouTube : Consumers are pulling back—and operators everywhere are feeling it. In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian shares a real conversation from a recent GrowthPro Peer Talk with operators across the FEC industry. The topic is simple but urgent: what do you do when guests are spending less? This isn't theory. It's what operators are seeing right now—and how they're res...

Watch on YouTube What happens when leaders from the amusement industry take their concerns directly to Washington? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian shares her experience representing the American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) in meetings with members of Congress in Washington DC. She explains why advocacy matters for the family entertainment industry and the role small...

Watch on  YouTube : Show Notes: Why do some employees thrive while others quietly disengage? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge, Denise Killian sits down with Amber Lambert to unpack what truly motivates employees today. From personalization and gamification to culture and burnout, this conversation challenges outdated incentive systems and replaces them with practical leadership shifts that ac...

Watch on  YouTube : Show Notes: What can the .com boom of the 90s teach us about the AI revolution of today? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian talks with John Sullivan, a former ad agency owner who pivoted his business to become a digital pioneer for Fortune 500 companies. John shares how he recognized the internet as a threat to his traditional print business and transformed...

Watch on  YouTube : Show Notes : Did you know there is an estimated $21 billion sitting in unused gift and game cards across America? In the FEC world, this is known as "Float," and it represents both a massive opportunity and a significant liability. In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Josh Adkins , North American Sales Manager at Embed , to discuss how to manage...

Watch on  YouTube : Show Notes: Can you be a high-level entrepreneur and keep your day job? In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with Chris Moyer, owner of Let's Roll Bowling and a successful real estate investor, to discuss how he manages multi-location businesses while maintaining a full-time career. Chris pulls back the curtain on the reality of the 36-month "break-e...

WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhoXR5UooscWgniQfP9hpRLAkehyobe8T   Show Notes: As we move past the holiday rush and into the heart of the first quarter, it's time to stop chasing every shiny new promotion and start building a foundation that lasts. In this episode of The GrowthPro Edge , host Denise Killian sits down with marketing guru and "OG" team mem...

WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/RAaUSsLk-mc   What if the smartest way to start with AI is to treat it like your newest employee? In this episode of  The GrowthPro Edge , Denise Killian sits down with AI expert Todd Smith to discuss building ethical, secure, and effective foundations before integrating AI into your business. Todd shares his "ETHICS" framework for navigating th...

Watch on  YouTube : Welcome to the very first episode of  The GrowthPro Edge !. Host Denise Killian sits down with the visionary leaders behind The GrowthPro Group to discuss why growth only happens when we take a break from the "doing" to focus on "thinking." In this inaugural episode, Beth Standlee (Founder of Trainertainment) and Candi Kelley (CEO of The GrowthPro Group) share the story of how...