In this episode of Success Stories, host Steve Cross sits down with DJ Yokley, CEO and founder of YSN (Your Sports Network). DJ shares how growing up in a double-wide with two hard-working parents shaped his grit, why a freshman-year extra-credit assignment behind a mic changed his life, and how a series of career setbacks (including layoffs and being told he didn’t “fit” on air) ultimately pushed him toward entrepreneurship.

We cover DJ’s early years and the competitive drive that shaped him, along with the unlikely moment a freshman PA gig for extra credit set him on the path to broadcasting. He opens up about the tough post-college stretch marked by layoffs, rejection, and personal loss, and how those challenges fueled the vision for YSN. DJ shares the inspiration behind building a streaming platform for high school sports, the lessons learned from bootstrapping through its early years, and how COVID unexpectedly propelled the network forward. He also talks about YSN’s mission to keep sports positive, the launch of YSN 24/7 and YSN Prospect, and why building the right team rooted in service and community has been key. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of failing forward, remembering your “why,” and staying resilient through every setback.

About Our Guest

DJ Yokley is the CEO and founder of YSN (Your Sports Network), a platform dedicated to celebrating high school and youth sports with community-first coverage and a positive lens. A former college broadcaster who learned every role in the newsroom—from editing to graphics—DJ channeled that full-stack skill set into launching YSN. He’s a proud husband and dad whose story is fueled by perseverance, service, and an unwavering belief that sports should be a joyful escape and a catalyst for character.

About Success Stories

Welcome to Success Stories, the official podcast from the growth-obsessed team at iSynergy. Each episode dives deep into candid conversations with CEOs, founders, and business leaders who are building, scaling, and thriving across a variety of industries.

Through real-world insights, hard-won lessons, and inspiring strategies, we uncover what’s driving today’s top performers and how they’re shaping the future of their businesses. From scrappy startups to established enterprises, these stories go beyond surface-level wins to explore the mindset, habits, and decisions behind real success.

Hosted by iSynergy CEO Steve Cross, this podcast was built for growth-minded professionals who crave authenticity, actionable takeaways, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to succeed.

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What does world-class hotel facilities management really look like behind the scenes? In this episode of Facilities Talk With the Froelich Brothers, Tommy sits down with Arron Duff, CEO of Timeless Hotels and longtime GM of The Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs, to dig into leading teams, maintaining aging buildings, and staying proactive in a reactive world.

From his early days in the Air Force to overseeing multiple hotels and commercial buildings across state lines, Arron shares how military discipline, servant leadership, and a people-first culture shape the way he runs complex facilities portfolios.

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Get ready for another episode of Facility Talk with the Froelich Brothers! In this conversation, Scott Froelich sits down with Jose Payan, CEO of Tortilla La Perta, to explore facility management best practices through the lens of a growing food production facility.

Whether you manage an office, warehouse, or production plant, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you run your facility smarter—not harder.

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Keeping senior living communities safe, efficient, and well-maintained is no small task. In this episode of Facility Talk with the Froelich Brothers, Scott Froelich sits down with Betsy Connolly, Executive Director of New Horizons Senior Living, to discuss the real-world challenges and solutions in senior living facility management.

From fire safety protocols and emergency preparedness to unexpected building repairs and the importance of having a reliable maintenance team, Betsy shares valuable insights every property manager and senior care operator can learn from to maintain a high quality of life for their residents.

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What if your caregivers were at the top of your org chart, and leadership’s primary goal was to put them in a position to succeed? That’s the unconventional approach behind Harbor Bay Assisted Living — and it’s changing lives.

In this episode of Facility Talk with the Froelich Brothers, we sit down with Jonathan Moyer, CEO and co-founder of Harbor Bay Assisted Living facility, to talk about transforming senior care facilities through family values, great leadership, and an “upside-down” management structure that puts caregivers and residents first.

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Proactive vs. Reactive Maintenance: Which one is more cost-effective? Discover how a top hemp beverage company uses a proactive maintenance approach to minimize unplanned downtime, avoid costly breakdowns, and keep operations running smoothly — even in a leased facility. These tips could save your business thousands of dollars by preventing equipment failures and saving on maintenance costs. 

In this episode of Facility Talk With the Foelich Brothers, we sit down with Rob Lind, Co-Founder and Chief Manufacturing Officer of Crescent Cana, one of the fastest-growing hemp beverage companies in the U.S. Rob shares real-world insights on a proactive approach to maintenance, how to build a routine maintenance plan that extends equipment lifespan, improves operational efficiency, and avoids emergency repairs.

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In this episode of Facilities Talk with the Froelich Brothers, we sit down with Dr. Terri Williams, Director of Operations at Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship. From Navy veteran to education leader, Dr. Williams shares her unorthodox journey into school operations and the day-to-day challenges of charter school facilities management.

Whether you’re in educational leadership, school construction, facilities maintenance, or just love a good story about rising to the challenge — this one’s for you.

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Discover how Optimized Senior Living is revolutionizing the senior care industry with a compassionate, home-style business model that blends personal care and boutique senior housing. Founder and CEO Lindsay Daudistel shares how this unique company is expanding nationwide through a scalable franchise model, offering a unique franchise opportunity for aspiring business owners and seasoned franchisees.

In this episode, Lindsay and host Scott Froelich unpack what it takes to run multiple assisted living facilities, the licensing requirements, challenges with maintenance and staffing, and how Optimized Senior Living builds its culture based on ongoing support, comprehensive training, and a hands-on franchisor relationship.

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Discover school facility management best practices from the front lines of rural education. In this episode of Facility Talk with the Froelich Brothers, we sit down with Amanda Hetrick, Superintendent of Forest Area Schools in Tionesta, PA, to explore what it really takes to streamline facility operations and keep two school buildings running smoothly — across 500 square miles of rural terrain. 

From implementing preventative maintenance plans to managing energy efficiency initiatives, Amanda shares how her district reduces operational costs, minimizes disruptions and downtime, and extends the lifespan of critical assets. Learn how they’ve handled HVAC system upgrades, solar integration, and emergency repairs while maintaining indoor air quality and enhancing the learning environment.

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In this episode of Facilities Talk with the Froelich Brothers, we sit down with Matt Yunker, Director of Facilities Operations at Oberlin College, to discuss the challenges, triumphs, and innovations in higher education facilities management. Additionally, we explore the unique challenges of managing historic campus buildings while pushing toward carbon neutrality and modern infrastructure. With over 60 buildings, many dating back to the 1800s, Oberlin’s campus is rich in history — and full of facilities hurdles. dating campuses to crisis response and long-term capital planning, this episode covers it all. 

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