Jody Grunden is an accounting visionary with over 20 years of experience. He has helped pioneer innovative changes within the industry, including the introduction of the first subscription-based billing method employed by an accounting firm. He is the author of two books, Digital Dollars and Cents and Building the Virtual CFO Firm in the Cloud. Together with his partner Adam Hale, Jody co-founded Summit CPA Group in 2002. It was the first fully distributed accounting firm in the country. In 2020, Summit merged with Anders CPAs + Advisors, and is now recognized as Summit Virtual CFO by Anders. Jody’s specialties include Virtual CFO Services, Creative Agencies, and Remote Team Management. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jody Grunden about the evolution of virtual CFO services. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How being innovative, solving problems, and always looking to improve processes and services will lead you to success. - How a virtual CFO is perfect for companies who cannot afford a full-time CFO. - Why going completely virtual fueled the firm’s growth. - How having a subscription-based billing model provides clients with predictable fees. - How it’s vital to document processes and maintain a strong culture during mergers. Connect with Jody: Guest Contact Info X @vcfobyanders Instagram @vcfobyanders Facebook facebook.com/vcfobyanders LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/vcfobyanders Links Mentioned: summitcpa.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brice Holmes is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder and CEO of Invata Global Capital, a venture capital and private equity firm headquartered in Phoenix, AZ. Since 2013, Brice has invested in 2023 multifamily units across six Class A properties, as well as over 250,000 rentable square feet of trophy Class A office space. Other vested interests for Brice and Invata Global Capital include multiple consumer product goods in the adult beverage space, pet goods, short-term rentals, and boutique hotels. Fueled by a steadfast commitment to ecotourism, sustainability, and conservation, Invata Global Capital is poised for an exciting expansion into the vibrant market of Costa Rica, enhancing its global presence. Dedicated to fostering growth within the global entrepreneurial community, Brice has also harnessed his extensive expertise to mentor and empower over 4,000 entrepreneurs across more than 140 countries, steering them towards the development of impactful, forward-thinking brands. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brice Holmes about building brands and thinking big. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How thinking bigger from the outset is important when the time comes to expand and grow your business. - Why Invata Global Marketing believes in building impactful visionary brands rather than just selling products. - How podcasts are a great way to find inspiration and stay up to date on trends. Connect with Brice: Guest Contact Info X @InvataGlobal Instagram @invataglobal Facebook facebook.com/InavataGlobal LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/invata-global-marketing Links Mentioned: invataglobal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neil Twa is the CEO / Co-Founder of Voltage Holdings, a company specializing in launching, consulting, selling and acquiring brands with a focus on the e-commerce channels such as Amazon FBA and multi-channel. More than fifteen years of experience as a selling private label products on Amazon and his company. Neil together with Reed Larsen, published a new book titled "Almost-Automated Income with FBA: Build a Profitable Lifestyle-Driven Amazon Business. Exit for Millions. Even Without Any E-commerce Experience". The book is a groundbreaking guide that has swiftly claimed the #1 spot among new release books. This manual is the key to building a lucrative lifestyle-driven Amazon business that expertly guided by Twa and Larsen through the intricacies of Amazon FBA, offering invaluable insights and strategies to pave the way for a profitable venture. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Neil Twa about e-commerce exits. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How tenacity, grit, and perseverance are vital for entrepreneurs to find success. - Why there are some products entrepreneurs shouldn’t sell on Amazon and what they are. - How entrepreneurs should focus on products that align with their personal interests or hobbies making the business more enjoyable and sustainable. - How having keyword relevance and optimization allows your products to be seen by the right audience. - How you should start with a market test to gauge organic traffic and conversion rates. Connect with Neil: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: voltagedm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cody Bramlett is not your typical entrepreneur. With a background in personal training and a knack for creating engaging YouTube videos, Cody stumbled into the world of supplement offers. Despite lacking formal training in copywriting, media buying, or internet marketing, Cody's journey of trial and error led him to develop a simple 4-step blueprint for building wildly profitable supplement offers. Just a few years ago, Cody was working as a personal trainer for $8.46/hour. Today, he is the owner of multiple successful supplement businesses that have grossed over $41 million in revenue. What sets Cody apart is his approach—he built his empire without a large capital investment, without buying inventory upfront, and without relying heavily on Facebook ads. Now, Cody shares his proven system with entrepreneurs who aspire to build their own supplement empires. Through his teachings, he empowers others to achieve 8-figure success in record time. Cody's story is a testament to the idea that with the right strategy and determination, anyone can turn their dreams into reality. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Cody Bramlett about the power of profitable partnerships. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How keeping a customer for a lifetime is more valuable than gaining new customers. - How creating profitable partnerships can help business owners achieve significant sales growth. - Why it’s vital for entrepreneurs to work with others and share ideas. - How it’s possible to build a million-dollar business with physical products. - How building teams is business is important for al entrepreneurs. Connect with Cody: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: codybramlett.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Preston Brown is not your average entrepreneur, Preston is a force to be reckoned with in the business world. He’s a sought-after speaker, a true visionary, and a master of business automation. Brace yourself for an inspiring journey through his remarkable achievements and unwavering passion for scaling and optimizing companies to unprecedented heights of profit and automation. Because, as Preston says, “if you can’t optimize and automate your companies to step out, you don’t have a business- you have a job. From a young age, Preston’s entrepreneurial spirit burned brightly within him. While still in college, he fearlessly launched his first venture, quickly surpassing the income of his own professors. Recognizing his immense potential, he made the audacious decision to drop out of college, fully devoting himself to the art of building profitable and efficient companies. And build he did! With an astounding 18 thriving businesses already under his belt, Preston has consistently shattered records, raking in a jaw-dropping $200 million or more in gross revenues each and every year. That’s the kind of success most entrepreneurs only dream of and the freedom to go with it. But Preston’s expertise extends far beyond just the bottom line. His profound understanding of finance, systems optimization, and investing has catapulted him to the status of a trusted advisor. CEOs and entrepreneurs flock to him for guidance, knowing that his strategic insights and razor-sharp instincts can unlock the true potential of their own ventures. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Preston Brown about achieving success through automation. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How automating companies significantly increases their valuations. - Why the key to business efficiency is alignment, simplicity, and foresight. - How tackling your biggest problem in any area of life will help you achieve balance. - Why it’s important for leaders to create safety in competitive business environment. - How business owners must be good problem solvers and shouldn’t be afraid to embrace change. Connect with Preston: Guest Contact Info X @ThePrestonBrown Instagram @theprestonbrown Facebook facebook.com/preston.brown.94617 Links Mentioned: prestonbrown.com automateyou.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A serial entrepreneur since birth, Dan Nicholson is the author of “Rigging the Game: How to Achieve Financial Certainty, Navigate Risk and Make Money on Your Own Terms,” deemed a best-seller by USA Today and The Wall Street Journal. In addition to founding the award-winning accounting and financial consulting firm Nth Degree CPAs and being named a top 40 under 40 accountant globally 4 times, Dan has created and run multiple small businesses, including Certainty U and Certainty News, a platform that’s syndicated to over 1 billion monthly users. Dan also hosts the Rigging the Game podcast, and is a Consulting Producer for PBS’ Opportunity Knocks. He lives in Seattle with his wife and two children. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Dan Nicholson about finding financial security for entrepreneurs. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Nth Degree CPAs focuses on tax planning and strategy for small business owners. - Why business owners need to be focused on the future instead of living in the past. - How business owners should understand risk and taking asymmetric risks with more upside than downside. - Why Nth Degree CPAs creates a real plan for clients, rather than simply reporting what they owe at the end of the year. - How entrepreneurs don’t need to prove themselves and should pursue what they want because they want it. Connect with Dan: Guest Contact Info X @Dan_P_Nicholson Instagram @dannicholsoncpa Facebook facebook.com/CertainlyUDan LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/dan-p-nicholosn Links Mentioned: nthdegreecpas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Upsellit Conversion Secrets Revealed Josh Model, Upsellit – The Sharkpreneur Podcast with Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene Episode 1035 Josh Model Josh Model is the Director of Business Development and Enablement at Upsellit and has 15 years of experience leading high-performance business development and sales teams. He has spent 10 years in the digital marketing/affiliate marketing space, building out high-performing sales teams and working with Fortune 500 brands in enterprise sales. Currently, Josh is working with enterprise retail and DTC brands on conversion rate optimization, and his company has helped brands drive over $500 million in 2023 alone. Josh was named the winner of the Best Publisher to Work with in 2023 by Affiliate Summit West. He is also a multiple-time speaker on stages, including Affiliate Summit and Digital Summit. Listen to this illuminating Sharkpreneur episode with Josh Model about Upsellit’s secrets to conversion. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Upsellit’s technology is designed to be custom branded and unique to each brand and client. - Why their technology aims to personalize the experience of each on-site visitor. - How there have been changes in data tracking with Google, Yahoo, and iOS, making Upsellit’s personalized data more valuable. - Why Upsellit’s technology has shown an 8 to 10% lift in conversions for businesses they support. - How working with struggling brands and reallocating their budget for better optimization leading to increased revenue is rewarding. Connect with Josh: Guest Contact Info X @Upsellit Instagram @upsellit Facebook facebook.com/Upsellit LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/upsellit Links Mentioned: Upsellit.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solving Amazon Seller Woes: The Riverbend Consulting Story Lesley Hensell, Riverbend Consulting – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1034 Lesley Hensell Lesley Hensell is co-founder of Riverbend Consulting, whose 85+employees solve problems fore-commerce sellers. Lesley over sees Riverbend’s service team, and she has personally helped hundreds of sellers get suspended Amazon accounts and ASINs up and running. She has been an Amazon seller for more than a decade. A lifelong Longhorns fan, Lesley earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. She volunteers for A Wish with Wings, a wish-granting organization for little Texans with life-threatening conditions, and she serves on theBoard of Directors for Hallie’s Heroes, which funds bone marrow matches and medical research for kids with cancer and critical illnesses. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Lesley Hensell about solving Amazon seller woes. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How sellers can get kicked off Amazon for various reasons including violations of Amazon’s code of conduct and customer complaints. - Why processes and efficiencies are crucial for managing high volumes of clients and maintaining profit margins. - Why Amazon suspends 1-2% of its sellers each year. - How Riverbend Consulting helps sellers of all sizes find success through selling on Amazon. - How Riverbend Consulting as ex-Amazon employees on its team to bring in a wealth of knowledge. Connect with Lesley: Guest Contact Info X @RiverbendConsul Instagram @riverbendconsulting Facebook facebook.com/RiverbendConsultingLLC LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/riverbend-consulting-amz Links Mentioned: riverbendconsulting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Demystifying Virtual Assistants Barbara Turley, The Virtual Hub – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1033 Barbara Turley Barbara Turley’s mission is to eradicate business overwhelm and remove the friction that stunts growth by helping clients to optimize their operations using offshore teams of virtual assistants, clever automations and streamlined processes. The Virtual Hub makes this happen every day through virtual assistants who can aid with digital marketing, social media and administrative support plus consultants & system architects who optimize platforms and processes for growing businesses. The Virtual Hub is a virtual assistant company with the added advantage of an operational efficiency consulting and implementation team. Rather than doing business “the usual way,” they actually create their own virtual assistant successes (and yours) through deep training programs (including software like Hubspot and Ontraport) as well as ongoing career development and customized coaching to best serve each of their clients. Barbara proudly wears the label of Founder and CEO at The Virtual Hub as well as the titles wife and mom. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Barbara Turley about how to leverage virtual assistants. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How many business owners face the problem of needing staff to implement strategies but don’t have time to hire employees. - Why business owners shouldn’t expect virtual outsourcing to magically solve all their problems. - How delegation is key, but many people struggle to relinquish control and properly communicate their needs to virtual assistants. - Why it’s vital for entrepreneurs to map their processes and systematize tasks to delegate effectively while retaining control over the business. - How AI is not a tool that can replace human workers, but it is a tool that people should utilize. Connect with Barbara: Guest Contact Info Instagram @thevirtualhubltd Facebook facebook.com/TheVirtualHubLtd LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/the-viritual-hub-ltd Links Mentioned: thevirtualhub.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Entrepreneurial Success Through Strategic Business Diversification Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort, Kort Industries – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1032 Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort After being best friends for 25 years, Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort started doing business together in 2015. They started purchasing buildings together in Texas. This partnership catapulted their success. Together the duo has founded multiple eight-figure companies - Houston Motorsports, Kort Industries, and Mohave Storage. Since their partnership began in 2015, Mike & Bo have built a portfolio of 43 companies and over $150,000,000 in commercial real estate. They are involved in 14 different industries - motorsports, industrial fabrication, specialty services, construction, and self-storage to name a few. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Mike Merrigan and Bo Kort about finding entrepreneurial success through strategic business diversification. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it’s important to build partnerships that align with your company and specific areas of expertise. - Why reinvesting profits from business to real estate allows for long-term growth. - How investing in properties that are at least 30% undervalued is smart and strategic move to make - Why it’s vital to work with a strong team filled with like-minded individuals. - How bringing value to your audience and simplifying business concepts for beginners is a recipe for success. Connect with Mike and Bo: Guest Contact Info 928-605-4335 Links Mentioned: Mikeandbo.biz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revolutionizing Charitable Giving with Wishes.Inc Chase Harmer, Wishes.Inc – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1031 Chase Harmer Chase Harmer has spent 26+ years as a payments entrepreneur and was one of the pioneers of virtual credit card technology. After building several companies and creating 7 patents since 2013, Chase leverages his past successes to give back to the community and help other entrepreneurs building businesses as a Lecturer and Mentor at the Founders Institute. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Chase Harmer about revolutionizing charitable giving with Wishes.Inc. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Wishes.Inc aims to make charitable donations transparent, tax-deductible, and rewarding for donors. - Why donors should understand the impact of their contributions and understand the importance of charitable giving. - How many charitable donations lack transparency making it so donors don’t know how their money is being used. - Why using technology can help create transparency in the charitable giving space. - How having transparency can help build trust between donors and nonprofits. Connect with Chase: Guest Contact Info X @Wishesgives Instagram @wishesgives Facebook facebook.com/wishesgives LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/wishesinc Links Mentioned: wishes.inc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40 Laws of Spiritual Leadership Daniel Aaron, The Art of Vibrant Living – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1030 Daniel Aaron Daniel Aaron is an inspirational author, coach, and transformational entertainer. As a visionary leader directing The Art of Vibrant Living, a globally acclaimed company dedicated to entertainment, education, and empowerment, his life's mission is deeply rooted in service. Daniel's unparalleled insights and transformative strategies empower individuals to elevate their vibration, take decisive actions, and bridge the gap between their aspirations and tangible realities. With profound expertise in Spiritual Leadership and Human Potential, Daniel has catalyzed life transformations for tens of thousands of students and clients. His impact extends across various domains, from hosting the captivating Live Video Show podcast "The Art of Vibrant Living Show" to coaching individuals to unlock their true potential and performing before audiences to optimize purpose, profit, and passion. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Daniel Aaron about the 40 laws of spiritual leadership. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How imposter syndrome is a common challenge people face when pursuing their goals. - Why imposter syndrome is a sign of growth and how you should embrace it. - How spiritual leadership involves influencing and having a positive impact on others and should include self-acceptance, self-love, and giving back to the world. - How spiritual entrepreneurship combines business success with spiritual values. - Why some entrepreneurs feel incongruent or unsatisfied despite financial success. Connect with Daniel: Guest Contact Info Instagram @danielaaronunlimited Facebook facebook.com/danielaaron108 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/danielaaron Links Mentioned: danielaaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Attracting A-Players: Hiring Secrets Revealed Kolby Goodman, BestFirstNow – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1029 Kolby Goodman Kolby Goodman is the founder of the consulting and training firm, BestFirstNow, and has been successfully providing programs in strategic hiring, employee engagement, and retention for over 10 years. Kolby partners with small and large companies to investigate and resolve core issues related to poor hiring decisions, high turnover, and disconnected teams. He's partnered with Panasonic, Marriott Hotels, Banner Health, Yelp, several universities and schools, national professional organizations, and nonprofits to provide tailored workshops that have helped leaders take a more purposeful and personal approach to finding the right talent that has enabled them to stop hiring simply "qualified" candidates and onboard impactful problem solvers. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Kolby Goodman about attracting A-player employees. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How business owners and leaders must create a positive candidate experience. - Why businesses should focus on attracting candidates who can make their lives easier. - How many job seekers are not effectively communicating their skills and abilities. - Why businesses need to be more strategic in their hiring approach. - How employers should focus on hiring for long-term success rather than short-term fixes. Connect with Kolby: Guest Contact Info LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/kolbygoodman Links Mentioned: bestfirstnow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let Your Business Burn Scott Beebe, MyBusinessOnPurpose.com – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1028 Scott Beebe Scott Beebe is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), founder of MyBusinessOnPurpose.com and author of Let Your Business Burn: Stop Putting Out Fires, Discover Purpose, And Build A Business That Matters. Scott hosts the Business On Purpose podcast sharing real stories of how he and the BOP team are working with business owners and their key leaders to build people, purpose, process, and profit using the Business On Purpose Roadmap to liberate businesses from the chaos of working IN their business and help them get their lives back. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Scott Beebe about his book, Let Your Business Burn. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How vision, mission, and unique core values in a business are vital for success. - Why business owners leak money when they don’t subdivide their finances into different accounts. - How the flow of cash can affect a business’s financial health. - Why you should have a coach who emphasizes the importance of personal life integration. - How business owners shouldn’t feel overwhelmed and like they constantly have to put out fires. Connect with Scott: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: mybusinessonpurpose.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello My Name is Awesome Alexandra Watkins, Eat My Words – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1027 Alexandra Watkins Alexandra Watkins is the leading authority on brand names with buzz. If you have ever sunk your teeth into a Wendy’s Baconator, you have literally eaten her words. For nearly 20 years, Alexandra and her boutique naming firm, Eat My Words, have created love-at-first sight brand names for countless entrepreneurs and startups. Her "Name Hall of Fame" includes frozen yogurt franchise Spoon Me, the robotic vacuum Neato, dog GPS Retriever, and Spanish language school Gringo Lingo. Alexandra's breakthrough branding book, Hello, My Name Is Awesome: How To Create Brand Names That Stick," is considered the Brand Name Bible and was named an Inc. Magazine Top 10 Marketing Book. She is a former Author in Residence at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Alexandra Watkins about her book, Hello, My Name is Awesome. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How having the right business name can open doors for a business and hep it last longer than any other investment. - Why your business name should be suggestive and evoke a positive brand experience. - How AI can help generate business names, they lack the human touch and professional judgment. - Why you shouldn’t name your business based on the availability of a domain name. - How it’s important for entrepreneurs to stay relevant and ahead of the curve. Connect with Alexandra: Guest Contact Info X @eatmywords Instagram Facebook facebook.com/EatMyWordsNames LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/eat-my-words Links Mentioned: eatmywords.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Power of AI in Business Jeff MacPherson, XAgency AI – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1026 Jeff MacPherson With over 7 years in the tech sector, Jeff MacPherson is synonymous with innovation and resilience. Noted for developing disruptive SaaS technologies, including a pioneering social media network tool that set new industry standards, Jeff showcases an uncanny ability to push beyond conventional boundaries. Despite facing setbacks, his relentless spirit and leadership continue to drive groundbreaking projects, solidifying his stature as a force to be reckoned with in the technological arena. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Jeff MacPherson about the power of AI in business. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How XAgency AI helps business navigate AI, especially in areas of demand and fulfillment. - How AI can help create social media content based on customer feedback - How AI can grade leads and improve efficiency of sales teams. - How real-time translation by AI enables businesses to expand into different markets. - How AI should be used as a co-pilot to enhance businesses, save time, and can lead to exponential growth. Connect with Jeff: Guest Contact Info Instagram @xagencyai Facebook facebook.com/xagencyai Links Mentioned: XAgency.ai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Nine Figure Mindset: Achieving Over 100 Million in Net Worth Brandon Dawson, Cardone Ventures – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1025 Brandon Dawson A respected and sought-after lecturer and CEO advisor on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business-building strategies, Brandon Dawson specializes in creating value for businesses operating in industries with poor single- or multi-unit economies of scale, industry consolidation, or increasing large-scale competition. Brandon believes that people move businesses, and therefore is dedicated to helping his clients, colleagues, and employees achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals. As the founder of Audigy Group, Brandon grew the company from $500,000 in revenue in 2005 to approximately $35 million in 2016, when he sold it for $151 million—77 times—EBITDA on the basis of its model for fast, scalable business growth, which incorporates unique business operations methodologies, technology platforms, and leadership and performance development programs. The Portland Business Journal honored Audigy as one of its Fastest Growing Private Companies for six consecutive years. Inc. chose Audigy five times as a member of the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000; twice as a winner of the Inc. Hire Power Award for outstanding success in job creation; and twice as one of the Top 100 Places to Work. Brandon has twice been named a finalist for Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Pacific Northwest. At the age of 29, Brandon listed Sonus Corporation and rang the Opening Bell on the American Stock Exchange, as the founder of Sonus. He served as its CEO for seven years, raising $38 million in four equity transactions and $20 million in strategic debt financing. He acquired over 100 businesses, creating the Sonus Network of over 1,000 locations. In addition to these accomplishments, Brandon has identified and negotiated over $750 million in a variety of real estate and other financial transactions as a partner, principal, and representative. Most recent, Brandon Co-Founded Cardone Ventures and 10X Health with Grant Cardone. Cardone Ventures has gone from a pure start up 45 months ago, to generating over $150 million in revenue with no outside capital, debt, or funding. This was done by using the elements Brandon teaches and applies in his business. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Dawson about achieving over 100 million dollars in net worth. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How wealth isn’t created overnight, so patience is key. - Why you don’t need a college education to break out and build something significant. - How resilience and the ability to identify patterns of decision-making can lead your business to success. - How there are seven specific breakpoints to scale a business from zero to $125 million in revenue and what they are. - Why having a good mentor and coach is vital to starting and scarling a successful business. Connect with Brandon: Guest Contact Info Links Mentioned: ninefiguremindset.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Empowering Female Entrepreneurs with The Finance Femme Kendra Nicole, The Finance Femme – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1024 Kendra Nicole Kendra Nicole is a wife, mom, podcast host, and Texas resident. She is the CEO of The Finance Femme® - a full-service accounting and Fractional CFO firm. And the co-founder of Minted Lanes - a boutique tax prep & tax strategy firm that she co-founded with her wife. After graduating from Clemson University (Corporate Finance and Accounting), Kendra quickly moved up the corporate ladder while working for corporations such as GE. After sitting in hundreds of boardroom meetings and witnessing the power in the CEO/CFO relationship, she took her boardroom experience and founded The Finance Femme® to support businesswomen with intentional CFO support. She expanded her Accounting & Fractional CFO support to provide tax prep & strategy in a unique and purposeful way. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Kendra Nicole about empowering female entrepreneurs. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How businesses must pay attention to their numbers, or they might face financial uncertainty despite high revenue. - Why business owners should focus on ROI spending rather than chasing the latest trends. - How entrepreneurs should consider seeking financial support when they feel overwhelmed or hesitant about financial situations. - Why The Finance Femme focuses on supporting female-owned businesses. - How The Finance Femme offers an executive accounting solution for clarity and a fractional CFO service for financial planning. Connect with Kendra: Guest Contact Info Instagram @thefinancefemme Links Mentioned: thefinancefemme.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unconventional Journeys: From Soccer Academies to Agency Acquisitions Elliot Chapman, Chapman Capital Elliot Chapman has been running businesses since the age of 20. He helped set up a local soccer school in Bournemouth and managed to grow it into the number 1 regional coaching program. He was later headhunted by the biggest amateur soccer club in the US and appointed Director of Coaching in Boston. Elliot also ran the family business, an IT management consultancy, where he helped take it from a £2.5m to a £5m+ business. Since 2019, Elliot has been involved in Chapman Capital and various other ventures. Elliot and Dominic, two entrepreneurial brothers, have taken the business world by storm over the last few years. Together they have built a group of successful agencies across the UK and the US through a combination of growth and strategic acquisitions. The agencies operate under Chapman Capital and include a B2B growth agency that has worked with some of the world’s largest tech brands, a podcast booking agency that has booked guests in over 2,200 podcast episodes with 700+ hosts, a TV ad agency in London, and a full-service marketing agency. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Elliot Chapman about agency acquisitions. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How raising money and navigating the finance space can be challenging when acquiring agencies. - Why it’s important to have aligning values with potential agency sellers. - How preservation and think skin are vital when acquiring agencies. - Why you must have strategies in place to pique agency owners’ interest in selling their business. - How preserving each agency’s brand identity allows business owners to achieve a positive exit. Connect with Elliot: Guest Contact Info Twitter @socialchaps Instagram @socialchaps Facebook facebook.com/socialchaps LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/social-chaps Links Mentioned: chapman.capital socialchaps.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Broadway to Business: Unlocking the Power of Personal Branding Tyler Mount, Henry Street Creative – The Sharkpreneur podcast with Seth Greene Episode 1022 Tyler Mount As the nation’s leading expert in branding and marketing, Tyler Mount has served as a consultant to nearly 1000 agents spanning 14 countries worldwide. His experience includes brand development for residential real estate agents, national brokerages, and commercial brokers, in addition to new development portfolios valued at over $7 billion. As an industry-leading branding and digital strategy expert and owner of Henry Street Creative, a creative agency, specializing in brand design, content creation, and web development for some of the most esteemed industry professionals, Tyler and his team have partnered with Ryan Serhant, Spencer Rascoff (Founder, Zillow), Pacaso, John Legere (CEO, T-Mobile), NBC, Nomura, Baccarat, 1 Hotel, and countless others. Tyler’s career has been profiled in dozens of esteemed publications, including The New York Times, Forbes Magazine, Medium, and Out Magazine, in addition to serving as keynote speaker for marketing and real estate conferences across the country. His non-traditional, direct approach empowers agents and business owners to take control of their businesses and build empires. In addition to real estate branding and marketing, Tyler has co-produced eight theatrical productions earning him three Tony Awards, a Grammy Award, an Olivier Award, two Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Drama League Awards, a Drama Desk Award, and a GLAAD Media Award. In October 2020, Tyler received his third and fourth Tony Award nominations making him the youngest individual producer to be nominated in all four production categories. Tyler Mount proudly sits on the Board of Trustees for St. Edward’s University, The Houston Children’s Chorus, and Rise Above Arts. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance and Arts Administration from St. Edward’s University, attended CAP21 in New York City, and holds a postgraduate certificate from MIT in Digital Marketing and Social Media Analytics. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Tyler Mount about unlocking the power of personal branding. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How brand authenticity is crucial in making genuine connections with an audience. - Why personal branding in business is the key its success. - How business owners should share professional, personal, and differentiating content on social media. - Why focusing on humanizing your brand is more critical than focusing on personal stories. - How it’s important to stay up to date with digital marketing trends through resources like Social Media Daily. Connect with Tyler: Guest Contact Info Instagram @henrystreetcreative LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/henry-street-creative Links Mentioned: Henrystreetcreative.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices