Fervent Four

Gary Plaag, W&M Professor and founder of Couragio Consulting, shares his takes on turning your pitch into a performance, the effect of Shark Tank on entrepreneurship, and how to rock the virtual call.

Business Director of Escape Room Virginia, Candice Gallmeyer, shares her perspective on engaging her customers through social media, asking for a raise as a female international spy, and her secrets to stirring creativity.

The regional director of Gather, Savannah Bolin, joins the show to talk about the real definition of co-working, creating community from scratch, and the hidden gems of Hampton Roads.

Tiffanie Rosier, founder of Allstar Photobooth, provides great perspective on how to get started in the event space, the right way to do client outreach, and the secret to keeping your content fresh.

Nate Tschohl, founder of Swimnerd, joins the show to talk about the origins of Swimnerd and his experiences manufacturing in China.

Dennis Gray, Founder of Accurid Pest Solutions, shares his perspective on terrible pest stories, persevering through hardship, and a great branding investment for his business.

Hear hosts Tim Ryan and Zack Miller chat with Dennis Gray, Founder of Accurid Pest Solutions. Don't miss out on hearing some crazy stories, innovative practices, and inspiring grit.

Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show, designed to help you get there. Check them out on Facebook Live every Thursday at 11 AM on the StartWheel.org Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/StartWheel/

Dennis Gray founded Accurid Pest Solutions 18 years ago, and has persevered through extreme hardships to create a thriving business. When asked what sets Accurid apart from competitors, Dennis' answer is simple: the customer experience. Accurid is willing to go above and beyond to ensure that customers are 100% happy with their pest-free environment.

Learn more about Accurid at https://accuridpest.com

Tim Ryan is the Executive Director of StartWheel, an organization dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with resources in Hampton Roads. Check it out at https://www.startwheel.org

Zack Miller is a serial entrepreneur and recent author of his new book Anomaly, a guide on how to differentiate yourself and your business from the crowd. Learn more at https://www.zackmillersays.com

Erik J. Olson, founder of Array Digital, joins the show and discusses goal setting and transparency, lessons from his business journey, and his advice for doing business with friends.

Mike Austin, PPP Expert at the HR SBDC, discusses who should be taking PPP loans, making projections in the face of uncertainty, and the little-known interaction between PPP and EIDL.

Jim Carroll, Executive Director of the HR SBDC, joins the show and shares his perspective on grit, reopening your business, and the SBDC's network of relationships, among much more.