Enterprise Podcast Network

Logan Harrington, Managing Director of HALI Capital Group which invests in the very back bone of the American economy, small business joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Logan Harrington discuss the following:

* In your words, what does HALI Capital group do?

* What sets your Private Equity Firm apart from others and why is this important?

* Why are you in the small and medium-sized business Private Equity space? And why now?

* What is the next step for HALI’s growth?

* Who can invest? And how can they invest?

HALI Capital Group invests in the very backbone of the US economy, small business. By blending some of the tried and true investment principals and philosophies with a fresh approach to private equity investing through smaller size companies, we are able to capitalize on the opportunity at hand and create safe, long term yields for our investors, while boosting employment and prosperity in the sectors we invest.

Website: www.halicapitalgroup.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/halicg

Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/hali-capital-group-llc

Matt Ware, Head of Performance & Partnerships at FIRST, one of Australia’s leading digital marketing agencies joins eCommerce Radio to discuss why personalisation is the Future of eCommerce marketing.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Matt Ware discuss the following:

* For the listeners who aren’t familiar, what is personalisation and why is it so important for ecommerce marketing?

* How can ecommerce brands make the most of data, to deliver truly personalised marketing?

* Where do you think Australia is on the personalisation evolution scale?

* Why do you think so many ecommerce brands fail to implement effective personalisation experiences? What are the major pitfalls?

* How can marketing executives justify investment in personalisation and prove a business case to their C-suite?

TIP: Have a plan that includes all divisions of your organisation and one that talks to your customers on what they need – not what you think they need.

Matt Ware, Head of Performance & Partnerships at FIRST has over 18 years’ experience working with some of the largest organisations in their fields; from software solutions to print, online classifieds and, over the last nine years, Search, Performance Display and Mobile. With experience across a number of industry verticals and knowledge of how multi-group digital strategies need to be formulated, Matt is in a unique position to bring vital insight to FIRST’s clients.

FIRST’s expertise in digital has been built on over 15 years’ experience in digital strategy, web design and build, conversion rate optimisation, personalisation, search marketing and digital campaigns. We are a team of specialists, focused on helping online businesses to grow by enhancing the online customer experience and by gaining deep customer insight. We do this through strategic analysis, personalisation, ongoing testing, and through leveraging ‘best of breed’ technology partners. All our work is produced under the guiding principle that we are here to ensure our digital activities ultimately end up with you generating more. More leads, more customers, more sales.

Website: first.com.au

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/first.com.au

Twitter: @FIRST_digital

Louie Pappas, the CEO of Louis Pappas Fresh Casual restaurants in the Central Florida West Coast community of Tarpon Springs that opened its first location nearly 100 years ago joins Enterprise Radio to talk about franchising opportunities.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Louie Pappas discuss the following:

* Tell our audience about your family, your restaurants and your food.

* What has made your restaurants so successful for decades?

* What is next for Louis Pappas Fresh Greek?

* Why is the time right for franchising?

* What do you look for in a franchisor?

Louis L. Pappas, a third generation member of the Pappas Family, grew up with a love for the restaurant business in his blood. Taught the old school ways by his father and uncles, Louis learned through hands on hard work as he rose through the ranks from busboy to CEO at the landmark Louis Pappas Riverside Restaurant in Tarpon Springs. Without any formal culinary education, Louis became an accomplished self taught chef. While staying true to the essence of Greek food, he expanded his horizon in search of flavors that would complement the authentic Greek taste. Without abandoning the heritage that inspired his family’s original recipes, Louis created a “New Generation of Greek Cuisine” that put a fresh twist on traditional dishes as we know them. Many of these recipes are compiled in his Louis Pappas New Generation Greek Cuisine Cookbook.

After selling the longstanding family restaurant, Louis decided to take his family business in a new direction. Venturing into the emerging fast casual market, he opened his first Louis Pappas Market Cafe. Refusing to compromise his Old World roots and values, Louis has been able to maintain the Pappas tradition of fresh quality and personal touch service in this new faster paced arena. Louis continues to follow the doctrine of the healthy Mediterranean diet, not a trend but an integral part of his family’s Greek heritage. Louis eventually changed the name to Louis Pappas Fresh Greek for better brand identity, however, his commitment to the company’s culture remains the same. Fresh, although new to the name is not where Louis Pappas Fresh Greek has evolved to. It is where we’ve always been.

Website: www.louispappas.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/pappascafes

Twitter: @LouisPappasGRK

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Guruprasad Singh Scheffres the Clinical Director of Aspire Addiction Recovery Center, a residential treatment center for individuals struggling with addiction joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Guruprasad Singh Scheffres discuss the following:

* What is Aspire Rehab Centers?

* Why sets your program apart from all the rest?

* Tell us what was behind the creation or the inspiration for starting Aspire Rehab Centers?

* You have witnessed a lot of individuals go through this…why did you sign on with Aspire?

* Tell me about your follow up program?

Guruprasad Singh, MA, CMHC grew up in metropolitan Chicago, but since 1992 has been based in Utah, working as a psychotherapist and educator.  He was educated in Boston, Massachusetts at Brandeis University and Lesley University, and lived and studied for a time at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel. Guruprasad has a BA in English and American Literature and an MA in Counseling Psychology.  He is also a certified practitioner, teacher, and a teacher trainer of Kundalini Yoga, a practical and results oriented yogic technology that works intensively with the central nervous and glandular systems.

As a yogi and a psychotherapist, Guruprasad combines Western psychology with mindfulness and process-oriented approaches and has designed and taught classes and workshops across the country for almost 30 years.  He specializes in the treatment of addiction, trauma, men’s issues, relationship problems, and mood and anxiety disorders.  Guruprasad Singh received his name from his spiritual teacher in 1995.  It means “the Lion who delivers the gift of self-knowing and understanding”.  To make things easier he encourages others to call him by his initials, GPS: “Just think of me as your own personal guidance system!”

Website: aspire.rehab

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Nicole and Michael Karnowski, Co-owners of Metamorphosis Coaching, Consulting and Training that provides leadership and wellness training to help transform lives, families and businesses joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guests Nicole and Michael Karnowski discuss the following:

* I understand you are sharing with us today about why everyone needs a coach—is that right?

* Now it may seem strange to ask, but can you both share a little about what coaching is?

* It sounds like it its very personalized and powerful.

* There are a lot of coaches, whether it is life coaches, nutrition or fitness coaches or business coaches. How would somebody go about picking a coach?

* I understand part of what you do in your business is coaching others? Touch on your method or approach briefly if you would.

* How could someone contact you to learn about what you offer and your packages for coaching and other services?

Nicole is a Board Certified Master Christian Life Coach. One of her passions is in the area of Health & Wellness Coaching.

Nicole & her husband, Michael are John Maxwell certified speakers, coaches and trainers. The Karnowski’s formed the company Metamorphosis CCT (Coaching, Consulting and Training) to teach leadership and wellness principles that help transform lives, families and businesses.

Nicole holds a Bachelor’s in Broadcast News from Kent State University and a M.A. in Christian Counseling from Logos University.

Her husband, Michael Karnowski holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the College of St. Scholastica, a Bachelor’s in Industrial & Mechanical Engineering from UMD.

The Karnowski’s love being active outdoors and spending time with their family in Duluth, MN.

Website:  www.metamorphosiscct.com

Stephen Creskoff, author of the book “What You Need To Know To Go Global: A Guide To International Trade Transactions”, which provides a practical guide to businesses conducting international trade in goods and services joins Enterprise Radio.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Stephen Creskoff discuss the following:

* What are some of the key things businesses need to know to start trading globally?

* Is international trade limited to bigger businesses — for example those that have global distribution centers or shipping operations — or can it be any for any business?

* There is a lot of talk in the news today about global trade with many opposing views.  How will this affect small businesses going forward?

* What are some of the key legal issues businesses should be aware of when trading globally?

* What are some resources for understanding taxes, tariffs, or any other financial issues that are critical to make trade a successful part of any business?

Stephen Creskoff speaks frequently to business groups, universities and government organizations about international business, global supply chains and government regulation of international trade. His book, What You Need To Know To Go Global: A Guide To International Trade Transactions, provides a practical guide to businesses conducting international trade in goods and services.

Steve is a lawyer and leading expert on international trade transactions, trade facilitation and the legal foundation for international trade. He has worked as a trade lawyer and senior trade consultant for international businesses, trade associations, the World Bank, the U.S. Government and other organizations in more than 50 countries. When he speaks about international business he speaks with the voice of experience.

Steve is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and holds graduate degrees from the University of Maryland (J.D., with honors) and Georgetown University (LL.M, international law). He lives in Ashburn, Virginia, U.S.A. He can be contacted at [email protected].

Website: www.creskofftrade.com

Bob Aldons, Founder of Car Business, a multi-dimensional automotive company that aims to help you to buy your new car for a better price than you can do on your own joins Enterprise Radio. Bob Aldons has been in the car business for over 38 years starting as a sales cadet and becoming the owner of a multi-franchise, multi-million dollar car dealership.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Bob Aldons discuss the following:

* How much money do car dealers actually make in Australia?

* How do I buy a new car cheaper?

* What’s the best way to get more for my current car?

* Should I take dealer car finance?

* What about dealer service vs independents?

Born in Sri Lanka and educated at Stafford State School and St Pauls School Bald Hills in Brisbane, Bob Aldons first worked locally as a trainee underwriting officer with MLC Fire and General Insurance Company. However, after 18 months in the position, he decided to leave that company and start a career path in sales when he completed a training course with Jonathan Ascot P/L. Finishing the course a short time later he was placed with the Express Newspaper (A News Limited Publication) at their Redcliffe branch becoming their youngest sales executive at 19 years of age.

On December 16th 1977 Rupert Murdoch decided to close the Express Group in Queensland and Bob found himself out of work, with no real prospect on the horizon. On visiting one of his clients, Torque Ford, to advise of the closure of the local paper, one of the owners, Bryan Wood, suggested he apply for a Fleet sales position with their Strathpine branch run by Branch Manager, Peter Conder.

On February 16th 1978 Bob started with Torque Ford and gradually built his portfolio of fleet and private clients before being transferred back to their head office at Redcliffe in late 1978. From there his business acumen and experience developed being awarded several prestigious Ford Australia awards for sales. In mid-1980, Torque Ford was struggling financially and local business identity Darrell Butcher was tempted from an early retirement to purchase Torque Ford from Bryan Wood and the late Allan Piper. Butcher took over the business on 16th December 1980. The timing for him was fortunate in that the motor industry market rebounded in early 1981, particularly for Ford with the release of the KA Laser. The market boomed and Bob structured a formidable team around him to take advantage of the market. Sleepy Torque Ford, previously averaging around 40 new cars a month, leapt to national prominence consistently selling nearly 100 new cars a month and becoming a force in the Ford market. From 1986 Torque Ford was named as the Ford Australia National Dealer of the Year 6 times in 7 years, a record which is still unsurpassed today.

In May 1988 Butcher bought the Toyota franchise for Redcliffe and Bob was charged with relocating it to a site at Kippa-Ring and setting up the sales operations. Business escalated for Bob and Torque Toyota. In 1990, ever on the acquisition trail Butcher took over the business of Lloyd Ford at Strathpine and shortly after Metro Ford in Brisbane. Being responsible for the new car operations, Bob was running 4 dealerships,

Jeff Sada the Founder and CEO of Zentools, which enables you to “unplug” from technology so you may live a more balanced life joins Enterprise Radio to discuss the importance of unplugging.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Jeff Sada discuss the following:

* For the benefit of our listeners, please give us a summary about Zentools.

* What is the inspiration behind the creation of this service?

* With regard to breaking free of mobile devices and the Internet, what are some of the most significant challenges people face?

* What are your recommendations concerning ways to reduce these challenges?

* What is your long-term vision for Zentools?

Jeff Sada is the Founder and CEO of Zentools, which enables you to “unplug” from technology so you may live a more balanced life. His flagship product, Zenlock, allows people to do just that: Store their smartphones, tablets and laptops in a secure bag – with a time release lock – thereby giving them the freedom to be more social, more communicative, more immersed in their daily lives and activities.

Website: zenlock.io

Facebook: facebook.com/getzenlock

Keetria Garner Chambers, the Managing Director and Head of PR for AMW Group joins Enterprise Radio. For over 18 years AMW® has established a strong business network while representing a diverse roster of event properties, luxury and consumer brands, Grammy Award winning artists and high-profile individuals.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Keetria Garner Chambers discuss the following:

* Tell me more about AMW, when did you get started and what services do you offer.

* What type of clients and projects do you work with?

* How can AMW help clients grow their brand and reach?

* What type of projects do you enjoy most?

* What advice would you give some one who is looking to develop their brand but just starting out?

Innovative thought leader, marketing pundit, and small business advocate, Keetria Garner Chambers offers dynamic and strategic insights into online branding, promotion, and public relations across multiple industries and the small business marketplace. Keetria currently serves as Managing Director and Head of PR for AMW Group, an international marketing and PR agency, a role she has held for more than eleven years.

Website: www.amworldgroup.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/amwgrp

Twitter: @amwgrp

Linda Lee Kane, Author of her latest book, Chilled to the Bones joins Enterprise Radio in conjunction with the Author Channel to talk about her book and lends advice for potential authors.

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Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Linda Lee Kane discuss the following:

* For starters give us a snap shot on your book Chilled to the Bones.

* Who did you write your book for?

* If you could compare this book with any book out there we might already be familiar with, which book would it be and why?

* Tell us about the central characters in your book?

* If someone wrote a book about your life, what would the title be?

Linda L. Kane MA in Education, PPS, School Psychologist, and Learning Disability Specialist, is the author of The Black Madonna, Doogledums in Dystopia, Icelandia, Katterina Ballerina, Cowboy Jack and Buddy Save Santa, and Chilled to the Bones. The Daisy Murphy Mysteries. She lives with her husband and three dogs and six horses in California.

Website: www.lindaleekane8.com

Publisher: www.krullstonepublishing.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook: facebook.com/lindaleekaneauthor

Twitter: @llkane2152