How That Happened

Erika and Chris Lucas are the founders and owners of StitchCrew, a business accelerator that links entrepreneurs and new companies to capital, resources, and social networks to assist in the development of Oklahoma's innovation economy.

StitchCrew is a founder-first organization that was born out of an understanding that nobody builds a company alone. They believe that the fastest way to close wealth gaps and achieve economic mobility is by increasing the participation of traditionally overlooked entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Erika and Chris discuss what it takes to build a strong entrepreneurial community, StitchCrew's partnership with the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the struggles founders often face as they work to turn their vision into a reality.

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Dixie Agostino is the owner and founder of the award-winning, Tulsa-based staffing agency, SwitchGear Search and Recruiting.

Dixie started SwitchGear in 2010 with a unique focus on individuals and relationships. In the years since its founding, SwitchGear has become a powerhouse staffing agency that has helped put countless people into positions where their skills and strengths are maximized. For her leadership, Dixie has been named a Journal Record Most Admired CEOs honoree and the Tulsa Regional Chamber's Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

In this episode, Dixie discusses the struggles and near-death experiences of her business, the process of finding the best possible talent for a company, and her take on work/life balance.

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John Allgood is the Academic Director, Executive Master of Science Sport Business and Assistant Professor of Sport Business at Temple University.

John began working in sport management in 1995 and quickly became an integral part of the Oklahoma sports landscape. He worked for Oklahoma City's Triple-A baseball team, helped develop the OKC Energy FC soccer team, and taught Sport Management at the University of Oklahoma.

Listen to this episode to hear stories about the business side of sports, the technology and innovations that are changing the profession, and the opportunities that led to the creation of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Geoff Hager is CEO of Big Elk Energy Systems, a manufacturing company he founded with the goal of bringing the best possible talent and service to the energy industry.

Join Geoff as he sits down with the "How That Happened" podcast to explore his career path and his emphasis on workplace culture and relationships. The show's host, Robert Wagner, also speaks to Geoff about Big Elk's resilience during past economic downturns, as well as the evolution and future of the energy industry.

Listen to this episode to hear inspiring stories of leadership that will help you face uncertainty in your business.

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"How That Happened," is a business and innovation success podcast hosted by HoganTaylor business advisors Robert Wagner and Aaron Ackerman.

In this introductory episode, Robert and Aaron discuss the show's format and what they hope listeners will gain from their interviews with business and community leaders behind thriving organizations. They also share their answers to the five questions they ask each guest.

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