Episode II covers the founding events and first moves of Christophe Harbour Development Company. Mr. Darby discusses the importance of solid partnerships and staying free from debt in times of economic downturn. We hear about the plethora of new opportunity in the Lowcountry and the history of how Charleston has grown rapidly in recent years. 

Airing on July 4, 2020 this episode follows the upbringing and backstory of Charles "Buddy" P. Darby III. We gain great insight into the surprisingly recent development of the Charleston metropolitan area. This first episode with Mr. Darby focuses on the planted seeds of his eventual success and gives great context to the diverse portfolio of his work and career. 

In this second episode with guest Jim Newsome we discuss how to navigate uncertainty in newly acquired leadership roles. Newsome emphasizes the importance of recognizing and establishing allies in competitive environments. Listeners are reminded of the far reaching influence international trade has on port cities and their metropolitan growth. 

President and CEO of South Carolina Port Authority Jim Newsome appears for the second time on Beyond The Business. This first of two episodes touches on his upbringing and seeds of future success. Newsome believes the acquisition of mentorship is a vital key for the progression of young business professionals.  

This second part with guest Amanda Berger focuses on the art of networking and the importance of scalability. We learn how entrepreneurs should be open to changing plans and facing challenges during periods of growth. Eric, Leslie, and Amanda touch more on defining personal success, as heard on Part I.

In this episode we discuss the formative years of GloBody's founder, Amanda Berger. Redefining what it means to "live big", Amanda proves herself highly capable in her ability to identify and create opportunity. Amanda also shares some personal life anecdotes on why doing more things that make you feel good can not only be advantageous to self and career but also produce positive externalities for the people in our lives. 

Mike Seekings wears many hats. This part II episode focuses on the career, community involvement, and entrepreneurial perspective that encompassed Mike's early career. We discuss the importance of mentors, creating message within campaign, and the humility that coincides with the learning process. 

In this episode you will hear of the early years of Mike Seekings including his international upbringing and his propensity to take the road less traveled. We discuss Mike's formative values of community awareness and personal philosophy of living a life of full emersion. 

Part II dives deeper into the story of Joanna Lau's early career, a lengthy catalog of diverse occupations. We hear the importance of preparation and independence as ingredients to success. Lau shares more wisdom in her belief that businesses and entrepreneurs must be constantly adapting and preparing in order to survive, often this takes incessant talent audits. 

Guest Joanna Lau shares stories from her upbringing and immigration in this first episode. We discuss how early childhood family dynamics affect the development of work ethic and life expectations. Joanna expands on her personal philosophy of preparation and believes hard work never fails.