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From Healthcare to Auto and Lessons Learned as a Professional Entrepreneur Larry Pearson Interview on Capital Club RadioLarry Pearson, President and CEO of Independent Dealers Advantage, LLC (IDA), a sub-prime automobile finance company, shares with Michael his journey from managing and owning medical providers to purchasing and servicing point of sale sub-prime in auto portfolios in the South Eastern U.S.Larry founded IDA in January 2001 to purchase, underwrite, verify, and collect point of sale and bulk sub-prime indirect auto paper. He managed the growth of IDA’s portfolio to $20,000,000 and outside servicing portfolios to $90,000,000.  Larry is a recognized leader and authority in the subprime auto segment.Prior to his achievements in the subprime auto industry, Larry spent nearly 30 years in the insurance and healthcare services industries; buying, building, operating and selling a variety of healthcare service companies in ophthalmology sectors. Larry earned a BS in Industrial Management at Georgia Inst

Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association CEO Rick Walker on Georgia Business RadioRick Walker, President CEO and FounderGeorgia Automotive Manufacturers Association- Highly rated intellectual property (IP), trade association, and business attorney, technologist, and startup expert, with a proven track record in monetizing IP and generating profits for stakeholders. SIBF International Entrepreneur of the Year Award - 2015.- I help clients develop a comprehensive intellectual property strategy for their patent portfolios, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other intangible assets. Also help with startup issues in growing businesses and building brands.- 14 years as a top corporate executive (EVP) and General Counsel in a NYSE-listed company- Over 14 years as a partner in a law firm- Have both undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees- Very broad experience in corporate management, operations, technology, international including China, legal, and Board of Directors' matters- Named one of the "La

Jack Portman Transfiguring an Iconic Architectural Firm into a Global Real Estate Development Company on Business Developers NetworkJack Portman, Vice-ChairmanPortman Holdings & John Portman & AssociatesJohn C. (Jack) Portman, III is the Vice-Chairman of Portman Holdings, the land and property development company. Jack is responsible for the international development activities of the company.By the 1970’s, Portman Associates had already established its reputation as a transformative architectural firm.  After graduating college, Jack embarked on a global journey where he developed an affinity for SE Asia and envisioned that Portman should pursue international real estate development and property management in the Pacific Rim.  Jack would later established Portman Overseas and today a significant amount of Portman’s business is in the Asian market.Topics to Discuss: Recognizing the tremendous potential in the Pacific RimPortman OverseasPursuing international real estate development and management of o

 :arrow: :arrow: Blockchain Strategy Bootcamp and Georgia Drug Card on Georgia Business RadioJoy McAdams, V.P. of Regional RelationsUnited Networks of America | Georgia Drug Card I connect doctors with doctors who benefit from referrals... I connect pharmacies and physicians/hospitals with a program that helps their patients afford their prescriptions...It's as simple as making friends,being genuine, and promoting a service I believe in. As a resident of Georgia, you and your family have access to a statewide Prescription Assistance Program (PAP). Create and print your FREE discount prescription drug card coupon below. This pharmacy coupon card will provide you with Rx medication savings of up to 75%at more than 68,000 pharmacies across the country including CVS/pharmacy, Walgreens, Kroger, Rite Aid, Walmart, and many more. You can create as many coupons as you need. We encourage you to create and send to friends and family members via one of the many available options. This Coupon/Card is pre-activated and

 :arrow: :arrow: Shipe Dosik Law Legal Services and Pinot's Palette Paint and Sip on Franchise Business RadioKitt Shipe and Pete DosikShipe Dosik Law LLCKitt is an experienced business attorney with a focus on transactional work in the franchise industry which spans over 20 years. Shipe Dosik Law is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and currently represents over 100 franchisors domestically and internationally. The firm has assisted dozens of start-ups "launch" franchise programs in the past five years and serves as outsourced general counsel to many established franchise systems. Kitt also routinely represents franchisees in the purchase of new franchises and existing franchises.Pete is an attorney specializing in helping franchise companies succeed in a challenging environment, as well handling general business transactions like company formation, buying or selling a business, real estate, intellectual property, finance, and contracts.I serve as general outside counsel to numerous businesses in Georgia and nationw

On this episode of Capital Club Radio... Michael Flock interviews Tom Simonson at the RMA conference in Las Vegas about  his monumental undertaking, the re-engineering of Bill Bartmann's Commercial Financial Services (CFS) and reviving Bill's dream and Transforming CFS into Merit Financial.Tom is the President and CEO of the Merit Family of Companies, formed in 2017 and comprised of Merit Financial Solutions, Financial Samaritan and Financial Samaritan Lending. Additionally, Tom is President and CEO of CFS2, Inc., the debt buying, servicing and collection R&D company that developed the methods and software now being used by Merit Financial Solutions.Prior to becoming President and CEO of CFS2 in December 2016, Tom had served as COO of CFS2, a position he has held since August, 2014. Prior to this, Tom was Worldwide General Manager of the Technology, Consulting and Systems Integration Division at Unisys Corporation. He was responsible for their global go-to-market plan, sales, field operations and customer

How Money Works, the Money Make Over, Wealth Building 101 & Six Steps of Debt Management on Rich Hart ShowNoelle Kim, Financial ProfessionalWealthwave Financial AdvisorNoelle Kim is an investment advisor representative of Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc.,Noelle has been in the financial services industry for 18 years.Her background in marketing, coaching, team building, and public speaking provides her with well-rounded perspective to different financial challenges, concerns, and successes.She is dedicated to building, investing, and accumulating wealth through a range of financial products and services for her clients and their families. She develops a targeted and coordinated investment strategy to help them meet their financial goals. She uses a collaborative approach to provide clear facts and customized recommendations which allow clients to make informed decisions.Noelle and her team are on a mission to bring the American Dream to reality through financial education and financial empowerment to

If You Heard Laurel Instead of Yanny It Can Make or Break Your Sales NumbersInfrastructure, Strategy & Sales Training are Key for Increasing Sales.The recent viral internet sensations, “Do you hear Laurel or Yanny?” illustrates a point that can make the difference in achieving your sales numbers. Why do some people say the hear Laurel and others say they hear Yanny? The answer may have something to do with predisposed perception.Infrastructure FirstOur first guest, Emanuel Istudor is the Business Development & IS Manager at Manufactured Assemblies Corporation (MAC). MAC’s is a global leading manufacture of electronic assemblies and wire harnesses used for electrical enclosures such as ATM kiosks.  MAC has plans to increase its annual revenue from $50MM to $100MM by offering new products and services that include; outsourced solutions, contract manufacturing, design engineering, electronic kiosks, digital signs and reselling international products.  Emanuel heard Laurel: Emanuel holds degrees in both C

Growing Your Business Globally, World Trade Day and Currency Exchange on International Business RadioGuests on this episode:Dr. Diane Alleva Caceres, CEO of Market Access InternationalFounder and Chair of the World Trade Day Conference in GeorgiaInternational trade, investment and organizational growth work in Europe, Canada, Pacific and emerging markets in Latin America, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Central & Eastern Europe.Founded Market Access International, Inc. in Atlanta, GA in 1997. Company is an international trade & investment development firm with both private and public sector clients (USAID, USTDA, foreign economic development agencies, international financial institutions). Prior to founding MAI, worked in Washington, D.C. for 8 years in this field.Specialties: International business development; SME global growth; Foreign Direct Investment strategies and workplan implementation; Market Assessments & Strategies; International Finance Mobilization; Mentoring; Corporate GrowthWorld Trade

Ashley Bell SBA Region IV Administrator and Dr. Bruce Berger Innovation and Entrepreneurial Development on Georgia Business RadioAshley Bell SBA Regional AdministratorAshley D. Bell was recently appointed by the White House to serve as Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration for Region IV, serving Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky and Missouri. As a small business owner and entrepreneur himself from the young age of 23, Mr. Bell is committed to the SBAs mission to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Bell served as Associate Director for External Affairs for the U.S. Peace Corps and Special Assistant in the Public Affairs Bureau of the United States Department of State. During the Trump Pence Transition, he served as Communications & Intergovernmental Affairs Lead

 :arrow: :arrow: Public Relations, Marketing and IT Trailblazers on the Buckhead Business ShowDontaye Carter, PR AgentCarter Media GroupDontaye Carter is a dynamic and successful public relations expert. Before graduating from the Florida A&M University also known as FAMU, he already worked in the news industry for two and a half years. Dontaye began his career as a video editor before he was promoted to a Producer and finally earned the title as the Executive Producer of "The Good Morning Show." After completing his degree at FAMU, Dontaye began his reporting career. He worked in Tallahassee, Florida (WCTV), Tulsa, Oklahoma (FOX23), and Atlanta, Georgia (CBS46 & 11Alive) as an anchor and reporter for a decade. He later joined the Fulton County District Attorney's Office as the youngest Director of Public Affairs. When it comes to the PR field, Dontaye is battle-tested in managing crises and his experience in the news industry helps him to create PR strategies that lead to success. It is that experien

YMCA and Walmart Promote Healthy Kids Day to Combat Child Hunger on Georgia Business RadioDISCOVER WHY SUMMER IS A CRUCIAL TIME FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH & WELL-BEING Stacey McDaniel, Anti-Hunger Initiatives Specialist, YMCA of the USA, Shares Important Information about the Y's Healthy Kids Day & Art ContestYMCAs in all 50 states (plus DC and Puerto Rico) will be celebrating Healthy Kids Day for a fun celebration that will also bring attention to the epidemic of child hunger in the U.S. The Y's Healthy Kids' Day includes activities and games encourage physical activity and encourage reading and exploration, including a new art contest this year. To help raise awareness about the year-round epidemic of child hunger and highlight the importance of good nutrition, the Y and Walmart Foundation are kicking off a national call for youth art submissions for the Y's 'Child Hunger Is No Fairytale' campaign. Stacey McDaniel, Anti-Hunger Initiatives Specialist at YMCA of the USA, will preview the Y's Healthy Kid's

 :arrow: :arrow: David Ludwig Founder of National Loan Exchange NLEX, and a Godfather of the Debt Buying Industry on Capital Club RadioMichael Flock interviews David Ludwig, Founder of NLEX, a company formed to promote and broker the sale of distressed assets. In their conversation, Dave shares how he developed his business, managed it through tough economic times and is now building the NLEX of the future.Dave has taken NLEX from its start, as a post-RTC sales outlet in the 1980’s, to today, where it is the nation’s leading broker of charged-off credit card and consumer debt accounts. NLEX’s parent company conducted the industry’s first public sale of charge-offs for Bank of America in 1989. With that experience, Dave introduced selling charge-offs from financial institutions by hosting the industry’s first debt sale conference in 1994. Since then, Dave and his team have supervised sales of over 5,000 portfolios with face value of $150 billion in the US and Canada.Dave has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Eco

 Marcia Mead with Outdoor Living Brands: Archadeck, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, Mosquito Squad, Renew Crew, and Conserva Irrigation on Franchise Business RadioMarcia Mead, VP of Franchise RecruitingOutdoor Living BrandsMarcia Mead BIO:Marcia Mead serves as Vice President of Franchise Recruiting of Outdoor Living Brands, a multi-brand franchise company dedicated to products and services within the outdoor living market, which currently includes leading brands Archadeck, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, Mosquito Squad, Renew Crew, and Conserva Irrigation since January 2018. As Vice President, Ms. Mead is responsible for the leadership of the franchise recruiting team that builds franchise growth across all five brands.While Ms. Mead may be new to Outdoor Living Brands, she is not new to franchising as she brings over 17 years of experience in franchising to this role. Ms. Mead served as a member of the executive team of PuroClean as Vice President of Franchise Development, where she led a team of 6 and PuroCle

How Life Experiences Define One’s Story as a Communication Business Professionalwith Ken Futch on the Rich Hart ShowKen is a NSA CPAE Hall of Fame professional speaker, career coach, humorist and author of “Take Your Best Shot”. With over 30 years of experience motivating and entertaining Fortune 100 Companies, Ken hones his coaching and messages into hilarious, inspiring, razor-sharp, relatable, and resonant works of art.As President of Ken Futch and Associates, an Atlanta-based training company that teaches organizations and individuals how to turn situations into opportunities and opportunity into success, Ken has trained more than 100,000 people in seminars held throughout North America and Europe. His clients include Aflac, Coca-Cola, GE, Lockheed, PepsiCo, Sony, USF&G, Volvo, and of course, AT&T.Topic: How Life Experiences Define One’s Story as a Communication Business Professional… and why these Life Experiences are so crucial to the success of our business today.TOPIC BULLETS:1) Tell Your Stor

Communicating Story as a Business Leader with Dr. Gene Griessman on the Rich Hart ShowFocused upon Time Management, Leadership, Diversity and Change Management. The man who brings to life one of America’s most beloved Presidents at conferences and company meetings Gene Griessman is celebrated around the world for his books, training films, and memorable presentations.  As an actor and playwright, he has performed at Ford’s Theater, the Georgia Dome before 25,000, the Lincoln Memorial, and aboard the famed carrier the USS Abraham Lincoln.  He has conducted exclusive interviews with American Presidents, actors, sports stars, and business leaders.  He has won numerous awards including the Benjamin Franklin Award.  He often appears on television and radio, and his award-winning productions have aired nationally. He is the creator of whatyousay.com.  If credibility is important…. his award-winning book “The Achievement Factors” is considered a classic. “Time Tactics Of Very Successful People,” published by McGrawH

Chris Chenoweth and John Sanders: "CDYNE and CKS: A Tale of Two CompaniesPlease join Michael Flock as he speaks with Chris Chenoweth and John Sanders who discuss how they joined forces to create CDYNE Services, an innovative technology company providing services to the ARM industry, and CKS Financial, a leading middle market debt buying company.Chris Chenoweth, with over 20 years of experience developing and leading teams in the IT Call Center arena, serves as Chief Executive Officer of the company.  He began his career in software development and has produced ground breaking technologies for CDYNE. Some of his proudest IT accomplishments include building an entire telecom solutions and call-center infrastructure with state of the art mass calling and messaging solutions.As Chief Operating Officer of CDYNE, John Sanders has focused on strategically analyzing operations and developing teams that exceed expectations.  He currently manages operations, client services, acquisitions, sales, legal and compliance. J

Javier Díaz de León Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta, Jacob Gluck Founder of Goza Tequila, John Min Chief Economist with Tempus on International Business RadioJavier Díaz de LeónConsul General of Mexico in AtlantaJavier Díaz de León holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. He also earned a Master of Arts in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent at Canterbury in England. Since 1991, he is a member of the Mexican Foreign Service, and currently holds the rank of Ambassador. During his professional career he has served as: Deputy Consul General in San Diego; Deputy Consul General in New York, Head of the Office for Migration and Hispanic Affairs at the Mexican Embassy in the United States, and Executive Director of the Institute for Mexicans Abroad at the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs. From June 2013 to May 2016 he served as Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, NC. On May 2016, he was appointed by President Enrique Peña

Spiritual Leadership in Today’s Business Environment, Interview with Pastor Mike Linch on the Rich Hart ShowMike Linch, Senior PastorNorthStar ChurchWho is Mike Linch:Senior Pastor of NorthStar Church in Kennesaw, GA. Host of the "Linch with a Leader" podcast. Frequent speaker for professional, collegiate and high school athletic teams as well as business leader gatherings. Mike has been at NorthStar 21 years and married to his wife Anne for 26 years and they have two children (Casey & Mary-Michal).Topic: The key’s of Leadership belief’s as a Spiritual Business Development Leader in Fragmented and Diverse EnvironmentsTOPIC BULLETS:1) Concept behind “Spiritual Leadership” why are so many missing the mark when it comes to reinforcing their Belief System.What is a Servant Leader?Level of Engagement for today’s leaderJob of a Senior PastorRemaining: Faithful, Obedient and TrustingLEADERSHIP: Strength, Confidence and Desire2) Dealing with Adversity (Dark Times) if the Church Walls could talk…As a leader, deali

 :arrow: :arrow: The Business of Behavior in Today’s Cognitive Environment on Rich Hart ShowCindy Lynch Six-20 Partners and Bob Langley REL Leadership Group Interview on the Rich Hart Show“The Business of Behavior in today’s Cognitive Environment”Topic: The Business of People and Behavior in a world built around Process and Profitability… and why they are so crucial to the success of our business today when we’re talking about People, Profitability, Productivity, and Process…A) Who is Cindy Lynch - Six-20 Partners…Talent management is about generating profitable behaviors. I help my clients optimize profits by optimizing their human capital.The brief version:Abraham Lincoln said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Cindy’s formula for Success is A good plan + People who can execute. The key to execution is getting the right people in the right roles. When you hire the right people, and keep them motivated, they do the right things.If you are really inter