Playing Above The Line: Recent Episodes
Allen Cave and Dennis Sherrin
Playing Above the Line is Avizo Group’s podcast on leadership. As a business consulting firm, we’re interested in sharing the leadership strategies and skills from those who impact our communities and businesses for the better. Tune in every week to hear insights from business owners, entrepreneurs, community activists, and others who are in a position to lead.
This episode features the Executive Director of the Renaissance School of the Eastern Shore, Courtney Klotz. Hear the school started as a way to fill a specific need, and under Cournty's leadership, has expanded in may ways to benefit any school-aged child.
On this episode, Mark Berte, the Executive Director of Alabama Coastal Foundation, discusses how combining ACF's mission of cooperation, education, and participation with 6 nonprofit leadership princples has lead ACF to success. Visit Alabama Coastal Foundation's website
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Book: Forces for Good
Angela Weil, a podcast guest from episode 7, returns to the show with her partner, Sadie Solberg to tell us about their newest venture, Interwoven Collaborative by Design. Learn how they are combining lightness, fun, and creativity with business to create a popular store in downtown Fairhope!
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Alex Pikul is the co-owner of Fairhope's only bagel shop, Kind Cafe. In this episode, you'll hear why he wanted to open the store, and how his hiring process and philosophy of business differs from the typical service industry establishment.
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This episode features Devon Harris, the co-owner of the tech company, OberaConnect. Tune in to hear how Devon's path lead her into the family business, why her priority with her team is clear communication, and how building relationships has lead to great successes for her company in just a short amount of time.
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This week, we chat with someone who shows leadership every day in the form of her actions. Stephanie Walker is a dedicated community activist and volunteer in Brewton, Alabama. She describes how moving to a small town helped her get involved. Now, finding projects that spark passion and pushing herself to try something new are the guiding principles she relies on to continue her work.
Lynn Smith is a retired school superintendent, but the leadership lessons he learned through the years can be applied to nearly every person, no matter their stage in life or current occupation. For Lynn, success comes down to three major key points - listen to learn more!
Joe Toomey explains how his leadership is focused on helping others. He learned these skills from serving in the military and then working in education for 29 years. Now, he's applying his knowledge as a real estate agent with Bellator helping people to find their perfect home.
Connect with Joe on Facebook
Visit Joe's Bellator page
We talk with Brinkley Hutchings, founder of a nature school called Nature Connect. Brinkley walks us through how this idea originated, her mentors who helped her, and how she achieved success by having passion and taking one small step at a time.
Visit Nature Connect's website.
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A true entrepreneur, John Serda has been coming up with business ideas since elementary school. Hear how he moved from selling candy, to coffee, to craft beer, and the newest iteration - RePear - a hangover recovery cure!
Try RePear for yourself! Kari did and she approves.
This week, we chat with Brandon Beaird - a real estate appraiser and investor. He is the owner of Beaird Organization and chats with Allen about working in an industry that's seen very high highs and very low lows and how having a strong sense of work ethic and finding balance has driven him to success.
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In this bonus episode of the mini-series, Coach Riggs shares an inside look into a more personal side of coaching: his wife. Hear some fun stories of how Mrs. Becky balanced being a coach's wife, a player's mother, and one of the team's biggest fans through the years.
Most sports fans can understand a rivalry, but in Brewton, the Battle of Murder Creek is fueled by a unique passion, emotion, and history of two great programs in towns divided only by a small creek. In this episode, Coach Riggs reminisces on some of the great memories from this game in years past.
This week, Coach Riggs talks about the one opponent no coach could never defeat in all the years of high school football by sharing some hilarious experiences he had through the years.
Big thanks to Hines Realty for sponsoring this episode. Visit their website or call 251-867-5418 for all your real estate needs!
In episode 8, Coach Riggs explains the importance of having class. He describes how teaching his players how to react with class guided his teams through victory and defeat both on and off the field.
Thank you to Hope Realty & Development for being the episode sponsor this week! You can visit their website here.
The excitement in the air, the parade, the people in town, the traditions, the legend of the curfew... All these make make for one of the most exciting weeks of the football season in Brewton! Happy Homecoming week, everyone!!
Thank you to Milligan's Hurri-Clean for sponsoring this episode!! Check out their services on their website.
On episode 6, Coach Riggs shares a few funny stories to describe a time when misbehavior was treated in a simple, but effective, question.
This episode is generously sponsored by Brewton Insurance Agency - call 251-867-4316 to learn how they can help you.
You've heard it on this mini-series that Coach Riggs says "all good coaches are a little bit crazy" - and this story shows he is no exception to the rule! Enjoy hearing the lessons Coach Riggs learned when he took on coaching softball for the TR Miller Tigers.
Thank you to the Brewton Area YMCA for being the sponsor of this week's episode. Visit their website here.
This week, we'll take a step back in time to when Coach Jamie Riggs was a player on the TRM football team to honor the memory of a man who had a only a short tenure at TRM, but a profound impact.
Thank you to The L House for sponsoring Episode 4 of this mini-series. Click here to visit their website.
This is episode 3 of a 10 episode mini-series featuring T.R. Miller high school football legend, Coach Jamie Riggs. In episode 3, Coach Riggs shares his appreciation for the folks who "bring the music" to a football game by reminiscing on how the band plays a bigger part in the outcome of a game than many even realize.
Thank you to Provalus for sponsoring this episode! To check them out and apply for a job, you can click here.
This is episode 2 of a 10 episode mini-series featuring T.R. Miller high school football legendary, Coach Jamie Riggs. Episode 2 is a tribute to a special place in Brewton, Alabama. Thank you to Drexell and Honeybee's for sponsoring this episode.
Drexell and Honeybee's is a donation-only restaurant.
This 10 episode mini-series features T.R. Miller high school football legendary, Coach Jamie Riggs. Episode 1 is a conversation about his story "The Screen Pass". Special thanks to the Brewton Area YMCA for sponsoring this episode.
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This week we take a look into the world of a travel company that focuses on the most magical destination of them all!! Caroline Knowles is a Disney travel expert who took a leap of faith to leave her paralegal job to become a magical vacation planner - and has picked up 21 agents, great clients, and all kinds of inside travel tips along the way.
Visit the Magical DIStractions Travel Company website
This episode shares the leadership development of Cavin Cawthon, a man who went from military to ministry, coached American Football in Costa Rica, built programs for church planting in Panama & Columbia, and now is the pastor at the First Baptist Church in Brewton.
Email Cavin at cavincawthon@fbcbrewton.com
Visit the FBC in Brewton's website
This episode features Jim Foley, the managing partner of Fairhope Brewing Company! You'll hear how 2 attorneys journeyed through deciding to open a brewery, which includes learning whether or not your favorite beer was developed in a turkey frier, and discovering which comes first: the name of the beer or recipe.
Fairhope Brewing Company website
FBC Facebook
On this episode, Allen catches up with someone who is an accomplished teacher, who can direct music from memory, and who was Allen's high school band director - Johnny Folsom!! Johnny explains how excellence in performance comes from showing his students that he cares.
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This week, we got to talk with Vaughan Drinkard & Tara Barber, the father-daughter duo running Drinkard & Barber. They are attorneys who focus on estate planning, primarily through the use of revocable living trusts. We loved getting a little inside scoop on what it's like being in business together as well as how their passions help their clients AND their communities.
Drinkard & Barber website
Roads of Hope
Cornerstone Gardens
On this episode you'll hear from the co-owner of Southern Landscape Renovations (and the NEW Southern Container Company), Tyler Brown. He shares the lessons he's learned through the process of starting a business from scratch which ranges from learning the hard lesson of delegating, refining processes, and even how to define their ideal client.
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SLR on Facebook
Visit Southern Container Company's website
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This episode offers a revealing explanation of how much time, money, and effort it takes to start your own business. Jorge Diaz, the founder & owner of Larry Jacob Internet Marketing, joins us & shares how he discovered the importance of mentors & not losing yourself and what you love along the journey.
Visit Larry Jacob Internet Marketing
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This week we had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Aaron White, a relationship manager at SmartBank in Fairhope, Alabama. Using his experiences as examples, Aaron explains how he believes effective leadership is a season - which requires an ability to adapt to the situation and the team as needed.
Visit SmartBank's website
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On this episode, Allen has the opportunity to talk with Robin LeJeune, the current Mayor of Daphne, Alabama. Along with the incredible plans his team is working on for the city, you'll get to hear how he came into this position by being willing to take chances and leaning on the lessons learned as an entrepreneur for the last 17 years.
City of Daphne on Facebook
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This week, we get a look into the leadership path of Larry Mickwee. From a head high school football coach to a successful business executive, Larry shares the similarities of leading on and off the field, which includes confidence, passion, and a lot of hard work.
Michelle Crowe is the founder, CEO, and new media strategist at e-worc, a full service ad agency. On this episode, you get to hear how raising three daughters developed her leadership views, formed parts of the culture of her organization, and helped her developed an insightful personal mantra.
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Our guest H.C. (Harry) Cecil explains how the system of PDCA (listen to learn) has helped him in his position with Alabama Technology Network. He also shares invaluable insight about how complacency will rob you and passion can push you to your best self.
This week we're talking with Anna Grantham! She is the innovator, founder, owner, and baker of the new QUICKLY growing business, Farm to Treat, as well as the expert behind her recently opened venture, Dogma Bistro. Learn more about her smartly sourced & holistic doggie treats and meals while gaining invaluable advice for entrepreneurs ready to bring their passions to life.
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This episode is unique in that Allen chats with three guests who aren't yet part of the workforce. Take a few minutes to hear about leadership from the view of Gen Z college students who may surprise you with their insights on and expectations of leadership.
On this episode, Allen has the opportunity to chat with Provision's wine director, Christina Quick. A blended conversation of leadership and wine reveals how both can enhance human connection and create a deeper relationship with those around you.
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After our interview with Dr. Guess finished last week, she shared some incredible insight into higher education and her personal views. As a long-time leader and advocate in this field, we decided it would be unfair to refrain from sharing her thoughts.
Allen interviews his mentor, Dr. Kay Guess. Dr. Guess is an accounting professor - currently at Allen's alma mater - Samford University. Hear how she's found success by learning to overcome obstacles with determination and a passion for making change.
Kay's Samford Profile
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In our very first remote-recording session, Allen chats with his friend and fellow CPA colleague, Rob Pearson. A partner at Mason & Gardner, Rob has a passion for enhancing the reputation and stature of his hometown of Demopolis, Alabama.
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As a successful entrepreneur, Mark Wright could be out on the golf course every day. But instead, his talent for developing relationships has led him into business partnerships where he can focus on his two passions: mentoring and giving back to his community.
Watch Mark's interview with Coastal Gateway
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From a degree in music composition to jobs in journalism and finance, Jess Nichols explains how his dad's passion for small town life fueled his appetite for economic development. Now the CEO of Centerfire Economic, Jess is fulfilled advocating for rural Alabama, writing for TideFans.com and enjoying a range of hobbies with his wife and son.
Connect with Jess on LinkedIn
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On this episode, the owner of Brewton Iron Works, Rick Wilson shares how he's gotten the family company on track by teaching leadership lessons through his internal "Blue Cap" Program. Hear how Desire, Direction, Determination, Delegation are the 4 qualities that play together to make a great leader.
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This week's guest is the embodiment of a servant leader. Tune in to hear from Steven Dickey who is the President of the Brewton YMCA, volleyball coach at Coastal Alabama Community College, AND the Escambia County Commissioner for District One.
Brewton YMCA website
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County Commission website
Book: Quiet Strength by Tony Dungee
On this episode, Allen has the opportunity to chat with pediatrician and entrepreneur, Dr. Katrina Skinner - founder and owner of Fairhope Pediatrics. Not only a leader in her office, Dr. Skinner is a leader in her field, where she coaches other pediatricians how to advocate for themselves and learn how to do more of what they love.
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This episode features Mark Hutter, a software engineer and entrepreneur who was an original team member of Shipt and now a VP at Landing. You'll get to hear what Landing is all about, the one skill an engineer needs to succeed, and how Mark evolved from a software guy to a successful management leader by learning from mistakes.
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A long awaited interview, Allen gets the chance to talk to T.R. Miller football legend - Coach Jamie Riggs. You'll get to hear how Coach Riggs built great teams by knowing when to let others lead, being willing to do something more than one way, and applying the lessons he learned from those who came before him.
Will Ruzic is the General Manager at Provalis, an IT company based in rural, small towns to develop computer & technology skills to create opportunity right here in the US. Allen and Will talk about their passion for developing small towns and how it's important to push yourself outside of comfort zones in order to grow.
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On this episode, we talk to David Jennings, a longtime coach and newly elected City Council member in Brewton, Alabama. David and Allen discuss the major impacts the people of Brewton have had (and continue to have) on David as well as all the lessons he's learned through a career in coaching.
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This is an episode Allen has been looking forward to recording for a while. We talk with Randy McKinney - an entrepreneur, pilot, lawyer, & real estate mogul who has developed his leadership expertise from a variety of life experiences & education through reading.
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Allen Cave talks to the Director of Foley Main Street, Darrelyn Dunmore about how she is spearheading efforts to revitalize downtown by applying lessons from her past, focusing on servant leadership, and solving puzzles!
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On this episode, Allen gets to sit down with one of the owners of Provision, one of his personal favorite spots in Fairhope, Alabama. Hear how when William Hanes and his wife set out to open a market in Fairhope, they designed a space and culture based on excellence to show their guests how healing hospitality can be.
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Allen gets the opportunity to sit down with the newly installed mayor of Fairhope, Alabama, Sherry Sullivan. They cover how her leadership focuses on communication and empathy, what it was like to campaign during Covid, and how Sherry's love of her community brought her into this position.
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On this festive episode, Allen has a great conversation with Randon Carnathan, the owner of a State Farm agency. Randon explains how he's always had an entrepreneurial drive which is guided by his 4 life principles.
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This week, Allen catches up with Kristen Barhill, an instructor at Coastal Alabama Community College. A teacher of animation and graphic design, Kristen explains how leading her students requires an ability to understand and express feelings to create connections.
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On this episode, Allen chats with Cory Luckie, the owner of C.A. Luckie Insurance. A young entrepreneur, Cory is working to build his company through leading by example.
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Applying the philosophy of "treat others how I'd want to be treated" has served Ormand Thompson well for the last 29 years with Infirmary Health. Hear how being accessible and having open communication have helped his incredible team to maneuver difficult situations like Covid-19.
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It's the moment we've all been waiting for!! Dansby (producer Kari's pup) is included in the episode art!!! Equally as exciting is that this is the first episode recorded in the studio on the Coastal Alabama Community College campus. Allen, Kari and Rick Miller catch-up to talk about the exciting things coming out of The Hatch.
On this episode, Allen talks with Nick Nichols, the President of LXIS Management Solutions, LLC. Their conversation weaves through the concepts of accountability and desire and how they relate to leadership success.
Connect with Nick on LinkedIn
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On this episode, Allen chats with Monica Anderson Young who is the owner of Assisted Communications and a co-creator of Short the Squirrel. They talk about her passion for developing others, whether that's through her career in guiding workplace culture and talent, or through her passion of promotion children's literacy in the state of Alabama.
Visit Short the Squirrel's website
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On this milestone episode, Allen and producer Kari take a moment to reflect upon and celebrate this podcast. They share their 1-word takeaways that sum up what they've learned so far, some of the behind-the-scenes process, and FINALLY, the tables are turned and Allen gets to be the interviewee!
On this inspiring episode, we learn about the value hard work from entrepreneur and business owner, Jennifer Null. As the owner of Gulf Coast CPR Training, Jennifer shares how dedication and continuous effort can lead to incredible results.
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On our very first "Where are they now?" episode, we catch up with Rhett Ross (from episode 49). This time around, Rhett is working in the innovative space of air-delivery drones right here in Baldwin & Mobile Counties! Tune in to learn Rhett's thoughts on entrepreneurship and their plan for getting drones of the ground and into your driveway.
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Christina Hellmich is the Director of Workforce Development with the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce. On this episode, she describes how this position has lead her to a passion for working with the youth in our community to develop future leaders through 2 unique programs offered by the Chamber.
ESCOC STEPS website
ESCOC Youth Leadership website
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This episode features Matt Simpson who serves District 96 in the Alabama House of Representatives. Matt describes how his leadership lessons have come from observing both the positives and the negatives from others and forming a collage of what works for him.
Email Matt: Matt.Simpson@ALHouse.gov
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Lee Lawson is the President & CEO of the Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance. As a former athlete, Lee's perspective on leadership involves confidence, hard work, role identification, and being open to the pivotal moment that can change your life.
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From being in the pharmacy as just a baby to now running the family business, LouAnne Barnhill Harrell has learned a lot about leadership through the years. She shares how a combination of her own experiences along with lessons learned from her parents and her community have developed her into a successful business owner today.
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As a Millennial woman building career in real estate, Ryley Corliss shares how she's working on having a great career that doesn't require perfectionism. How does she achieve this? A few tips include focusing on the day-to-day, allowing work-life balance, and striving for consistency.
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On this episode we chat with Sam Coppels, the Communications Manager for Daphne Utilities. She takes the time to talk to us about how her perspective on leadership focuses on people, compassion, and empathy. Stretching beyond her job, she shows her commitment to these values through a Lean In group she started for working mothers.
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We were thrilled to get a chance to talk leadership with Dr. Frank Wang of Fairhope Internal Medicine this week. Learn how his path to becoming a successful physician has been fueled by being understanding, having empathy, and having a dedication to life long learning.
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This week, we had the chance to talk with Sara Alter, Senior Oncology Liaison with the US Oncology Network. Tune in to hear her thoughtful insights on leading by example, how a team is like a rubber band ball, and why you'll never wish you gave less.
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Enjoy a refreshing take on leadership from Sydney Wasdin, owner of True Yoga + Therapy! She shares her story of becoming a therapist and yoga instructor while providing insights about acceptance, acknowledgement, and authenticity.
Plus, we've got a surprise guest (who we can't tag on Facebook) at the end!
True Yoga + Therapy Website
True Yoga + Therapy Facebook
True Yoga + Therapy Instagram
Enjoy hearing from an entrepreneur who started a technology-based business from scratch. On this episode, founder and CEO of Pelican Points Advisors Inc., Adam Chronister shares his journey of seeing a need within the dental profession, creating a solution, and now looking to help new business owners.
This week we sat down with Coastal Alabama Community College's Dean of External Funding, Melinda Byrd-Murphy. Learn how her determination, mentors, and varied experiences helped her pave the way for a successful tenure in academia.
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Deann Servos is a founder and the current Executive Director of Baldwin County's Prodisee Pantry - one of the largest emergency food distribution centers in the entire Gulf Coast. Learn how the Pantry came about from sitting around a kitchen table to now serving over 140,000 people during their time of need.
Prodisee Pantry website
Prodisee Pantry Facebook
Prodisee Pantry Twitter
A real estate agent, a commercial appraiser, and soon-to-be insurance agent, Steven Walling shares how his passion for growing his mind is also helping him as a businessman and community leader.
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On this episode, Ross Sykes shares how his military experiences, growth mindset, and belief that obstacles are opportunities has led him to a successful career as your mortgage guy with Acopia Loans.
Acopia Website
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On this episode, Allen talks about leadership and doing what you love with recovering CPA (retired), fractional CFO, business consultant, and Cheers To Business podcast host, Karen Simmons. Karen is an energetic and skilled serial entrepreneur that's always looking for a win, win, win situation, and smart people to work with and build a team around. Plus, she shares how she has learned valuable business and life lessons from all her companies and her present and former clients and co-workers.
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On this episode, Allen talks with popsicle entrepreneurs and "spreaders of happiness" Cliff Kennedy and Jeff Carter, CEO and COO of Frios Gourmet Pops. Cliff and Jeff explain their yin yang working relationship and leadership styles and how it benefits the Frios long term vision and daily operations. Plus, they share the franchise structure and new direction for the FRIOS store locations in a post-COVID-19 world and marketplace.
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On this long-awaited episode, Allen Cave talks leadership, entrepreneurship, learning from failure, and celebrating the small victories with the bubbly maven Stacy Wellborn of Wellborn Strategies and Container Yard Co-Working. Stacy discusses the importance of compassion, selflessness, and self-reflection in being a good leader. Plus, she shares her personal story of business failure and how rising above loss has molded her mindset and business decision making. Enjoy the show!
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On this episode, Allen Cave discusses leadership, entrepreneurship, and leaving a legacy with Abe and Carl Harper of Harper Technologies. At an early age, these two brothers were building their computer and business skills to form the foundation of their IT consulting firm, which protects 100s of client information systems and reputations. Learn how Abe and Carl use purpose, passion, and family to grow their company and improve their community. Enjoy the show!
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On this episode, Allen Cave turns the table on iHeartradio and host of the The Uncle Henry Show on 710Newstalk and asks him the interview questions. Uncle Henry shares his insights on leadership, the state of the media, and surviving all the changes in the radio business. Plus, Uncle gives his wise advice on dealing with difficult bosses. Enjoy the show!
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On this episode, Allen Cave discusses entrepreneurship and the love of food and history with Chris Andrews. Chris and his wife own and operate Bienville Bites Food Tours in Mobile, Alabama, which offers a culinary, historical, and fun experience for their customers and guests. Plus, Chris shares his insights on the importance of passion, purpose, and delegation in leadership and business.
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Leavie King, III, the motivational speaker and owner of CoachedUp joins Allen Cave this week to share his messages on developing teams and changing an organization's culture through pouring into others, preparing for adversity, and the importance of having passion for what you do.
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Allen Cave discusses leadership in the business and life of Dr. Todd Greer. Todd is a startup & innovation coach and the Vice President For Academic Affairs at The University of Mobile. Being a developer of others, Todd shares his holistic formula for leading students, organizations, companies, and academia from their present-day reality to reaching their full potential and making the impact they want on their own lives and their communities.
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David Worthington, owner of Magnolia Springs Bed & Breakfast, shares how COVID-19 affected his small business and his hopes for our strong come-back from this unexpected downturn.
On this episode, one of Avizo's in-house experts, Tammy Busby, shares insights on the Paycheck Protection Program and how new regulations in the midst of tax season affected the accounting industry.
Allen talks with co-owner of Fish River Grill, Kevin Pennington, about how COVID-19 has affected the restaurant industry along the Gulf Coast.
Hosts Allen Cave and Dennis Sherrin continue their series related to government assistance during the Coronavirus pandemic. In this episode, Allen describes the relief available to individuals, including the Federal stimulus rebate checks, home protection, student debt, and other programs designed to help.
Hosts Allen Cave & Dennis Sherrin have a conversation with Avizo Group's Director of Advisory Services, Erann Thompson, about Coronavirus-related payroll tax relief measures.
As business consultants, Allen Cave and co-host Dennis Sherrin, take a break from leadership to discuss new legislation called the Payment Protection Program designed to help business owners during the Coronavirus pandemic.
This week, you get to enjoy the musing of Oyster Shell Strategy owner, Shana Jordan! Learn why she started her own company and how she motivates her team to solve problems even in chaotic situations.
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In light of the major changes happening due to the coronavirus, Allen took some time to talk with Brewton City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Varner and Brewton Middle School Principal, Madelyn Cave, about leading through the unknown.
You'll get an inside look into how decisions were made, how learning and meals will continue, and what parents can do while their kids are home from school.
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You're in for a treat this week! We've got another Deep Fried Studios podcaster with us. Josh Null of Gulf Coast Financial Advisors and Every Dollar Counts podcast talks with Allen about a major set-back propelled Josh's passion for offering financial services that protect and prepare others for expected and unexpected life events.
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Owner of LTN Insurance, Chris May is our podcast guest of the week! Chris and Allen discuss the influences that lead Chris to start a company founded on the principles of servant leadership and caring for and loving others.
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Ira Bates is our guest of the week! A Community Development Director with The First Bank, Ira has an impressive background in serving the community. He shares a keen understanding of servant leadership and the importance of going with the flow.
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This week, Allen checks in with Gail Yongue, owner of Mosquito Joe. Learn how Gail leads her business to success by focusing on creating an incredible customer experience.
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This week, we're talking with Eric Friese, the owner of Soul Caffeine! Take a listen to learn how the coffee shop came about, the importance of showing up & getting your hands dirty, the unique "metric" Eric uses to know his coffee shop is successful. #KeepWhatWeveGotGood
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Our guest this week is someone with a true passion for the city of Mobile. Taylor Atchison is part of a small family business that's dedicated to investing in old buildings and bringing them back to life. You can see his work in places like our podcast home, The Container Yard, Old Shell Lofts, and now at his newest adventure, The Ice Box Bar.
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Jennifer Jenkins, owner of JJPR is our leadership guest of the week! She shares how over the last ten years, she's grown her agency from a team of one to a full-service team of nine through valuing work-life integration, being clear on sharing her vision, and leading from the heart.
Visit jjpragency.com to learn more about Jennifer's company.
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In this episode, Allen and co-host Diane Anderson sit and talk with the affable Melissa Cross, President of McAleer's Office Furniture Company in Mobile, Alabama. Melissa shares her winding path that took her from Pepperdine Law School to running her 40-year-old family furniture business. We dive into the ups and downs of working with family members, as well as how she’s navigating and evolving a legendary brand. Plus, she drops some smart insights on digital marketing in this marketplace.
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In this episode, Allen and co-host Earl Blackmon interview the Dean of the Mitchell College of Business at the University of South Alabama, Dr. Bob Wood. Dr. Wood shares his business and academic career journey, the focus of leadership in the USA Business School programs, and developing the “entrepreneurial spirit” in today’s college students. Plus, he details his leadership style when dealing with the business school instructors and the direction he sees USA heading in the future.
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In this episode, Allen and Diane talk with the President of The United Way of Baldwin County, Marina Simpson. Marina shares her work and passion for improving the lives of her community. Plus, she gives her insights on the challenges of the Not-For-Profit world and balancing her life as a working mother and community leader.
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