Beyond The Deal

In this episode, we interview Judy Walter, owner of Zimmerman Automotive Tire Pros and Ultimate Car Wash and Lube LLC. Judy has worked in the automotive industry since 1975 and took over Zimmerman Automotive from her father and uncles. Together they grew from a small shop with gas pumps and just two employees into a thriving company with between 20 and 30 employees and over 20 total service bays. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Judy’s journey, the business experience that she shares, and what advice she would give to organizations and leaders looking to develop thriving companies.

In this episode, we interview Augie Schmidt, an entrepreneur and commercial real estate agent in Central Florida, specializing in Industrial Real Estate. Augie’s career has centered on commercial real estate and entrepreneurship. He recently had his biggest year in business and hit the million-dollar earning mark.

He also recently founded a new tech company called REHQ that provides commercial real estate agents with a prospect management software solution. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Augie’s journey, the commercial real estate and sales experience that he shares, and what advice he would give to younger agents looking to grow their business.

In this episode, we interview Kathy Anderson-Martin, an established leader in the non-profit sector in Central PA. Kathy serves as the Executive Director of Midwest Food Bank, serving people in need across PA, NY, and NJ. She also served 11 years as the Director of Resource Development for The Salvation Army Harrisburg Capital City Region. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Kathy’s journey, the non-profit experience that she shares, and what advice she would give to organizations and leaders looking to develop thriving non-profits.

In this episode we interview Mark and Karen Ackley, owners of Next Door Photos Susquehanna Valley. Mark and Karen’s company offers photography and videography services of properties and real estate, as well as 3D models and virtual tours. They have worked together in business ventures for over 15 years, and are passionate about connecting with people and impacting the world through creative entrepreneurial ventures that benefit society while creating a social impact.

In this episode, we interview Ray Chung, an entrepreneur and consultant with Rising Sun Consultants, LLC. Ray’s career has centered around organizational culture and employee experience and engagement. His current role focuses more prominently on promoting the development of servant leaders and healthy cultures through honesty, integrity, and care of people. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Ray’s journey, the organizational culture and leadership experience he shares, and what advice he would give to organizations and leaders looking to develop an organizational culture where people thrive. 

In this episode, we interview Julie Walker, founder of The Peyton Walker Foundation. The Foundation provides free heart screenings for students and athletes throughout our area. Finding undiagnosed heart conditions is the key to saving lives. The Foundation also hosts several CPR and AED Certification training classes each year for community members. Additionally, each student who attends their heart screenings learns how to perform CPR and how to use an AED. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Julie’s journey, the entrepreneurial non-profit experience that she shares, and what advice she would give to younger non-profit founders and leaders.

In this episode, we interview Scott Stevens, First Vice President of SBA Lending with 44 Business Capital, a division of Berkshire Bank. Scott has been in banking and finance for 20 years and brings a wealth of information on commercial lending, particularly SBA lending. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Scott’s journey, the finance and lending experience he shares, and what advice he would give to business owners and real estate developers seeking financing through the SBA.

In today’s episode, we interview Rick Trumper, Director of Construction for GCM, a commercial construction company. Rick has spent his career in commercial construction and knows the industry inside and out. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Rick’s journey, the construction and development experience that he shares, and what advice he would give to real estate developers and owners looking to build or remodel their properties

In today’s episode we spoke with Austin Peachey of Peachey Forest Products, a wood pallet company. Austin began his company at the age of ?, and now has a team of ? working with him. Peachey Forest Products provides pallet services to a number of large logistics companies in Central PA. 

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Austin’s experience as an entrepreneur, his thoughts on business, and his future plans, as well as what he would do differently if he were to start another company today!

In this episode, we spoke with Micah Davis, Mortgage Loan Officer with Fidelis Mortgage Corporation, and Director of Development for Greenlight Operation, a local non-profit combating human trafficking in Central PA. Micah has a commercial banking and finance background and has also served with other anti-human trafficking non-profits in the area.