Influencers Radio with Jack Mize

In this episode, Jack talks with Kevin A. Marshall, Founder and CEO of Profitopia, a virtual CPA firm based in Tuscon, AZ about how his team is helping business owners navigate the complexities of the rarely talked about Employee Retention Credit program.

Just about everyone, especially business owners, has heard of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) that the government rolled out during COVID. What you may not have heard about is something called ERC or Employee Retention Credit. ERC was created to help employers who experienced economic hardship, including those with suspended operations or a significant decline in gross receipts due to a government order related to COVID-19.

As a practicing CPA for over 30 years, Kevin Marshall combines his financial acumen with an entrepreneurial spirit to provide innovative solutions for each client’s situation. Profitopia, his virtual CPA firm, serves clients across the country, specializing in turning around difficult and dire financial situations with unique financing, tax mitigation, and business planning solutions.

As an entrepreneur, Kevin has started and sold several businesses, including a Bed & Breakfast in Connecticut that became one of the top-grossing small B&Bs in New England, which he profitably sold before relocating to Tucson, AZ.

Kevin’s awards include Money Magazine’s “People to Watch” and Hartford Business Journal’s “40 Under 40.” Kevin actively volunteers with Make Way for Books and the Tucson Rotary and has lent his expertise as Treasurer to numerous non-profit organizations.

To learn more about Kevin Marshall and how his team at Profitopia can help you discover which financial relief programs you may be eligible for, visit https://profitopia.com

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In this episode, Jack talks with real estate agent Valencia Simmons about how she is helping homeowners manage the process of selling their current home while buying a new home in today’s hot market.

Buying or Selling a home can be one of the more complicated and stressful processes a lot of people face, especially in a hot market when things move quickly, emotions are high, and decisions need to be made fast.

Valencia specializes in the Maryland, D.C., and Central Florida areas. She is particularly exceptional at helping homeowners who need to sell their current home and purchase another home, whether it’s for a growing family or someone wanting to downsize, or even purchase property or second home.

As a homeowner and investment property owner, Valencia has sold and purchased homes of her own and can empathize with the oftentimes emotional rollercoaster ride faced during the home selling and/or purchasing journey.

To her clients, Valencia is not just their real estate agent, she is a true educator and advocate for their success… even if it means showing them why not selling their current home can be more financially beneficial for themselves and their families.

To learn more about Valencia Simmons, visit https://www.veesellshomes.com

Connect with Valencia on social media at:
https://www.instagram.com/veesellshomes/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetearealestateedition

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In this episode, Jack talks with school fundraising expert Kim Freid about the student leadership and character development programs that are helping elementary schools across the country raise money without burning out teachers and volunteers.

Parent / Teacher groups raise more than $1.5 billion every year selling everything from candy, coupons to wrapping paper… activities that are often perceived as annoying “fundraising noise” by parents, teachers, and the community.

While most principals report they would rather not have to raise funds, 87 percent believe fundraising provides valuable returns by paying for classroom equipment and supplies, along with important “extras” such as new playground equipment and field trips.

Listen in to hear how Kim combines her passions for philanthropy and entrepreneurship to help elementary schools nationwide raise much-needed funds. Even during the COVID pandemic, the schools her organization is working with have seen a 30% increase in fundraising while building character and leadership skills for students.

To learn more and connect with Kim Freid directly visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimfreid/


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In this episode, Jack talks with Mortgage Lender Ron Pippin about the common myths, misconceptions, and mistakes when it comes to financing for first-time home buyers.

If you are thinking about buying your first house, you probably have a lot of questions like…

How much house can I afford?
How much down payment do I need?
Can I even qualify to buy a house?

You’re not alone. Listen in, and you might be surprised to find out how close the reality of homeownership is.

Since 1995, Ron Pippin has been helping first-time buyers get the right financing for the house their family will call HOME.

Ron is the Branch Manager and Team Leader for The Pippin Team at Cardinal Financial in Ogden, Utah. He has been listed in the top 3% of mortgage originators nationwide. But more importantly, he’s been an Educator and Advocate for the thousands of families he’s helped navigate the home financing process.

To learn more about Ron Pippin and The Pippin Team, visit https://www.pippinteam.mortgage/

Check out the Pippin Team on YouTube at https://youtube.com/c/PippinTeam

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In this episode, Jack talks with Billy Wagner, Insurance Agency owner and mentor to thousands of Real Estate professionals, about how he manages his team to create exceptional value and success for his customers, employees, and ultimately his business and personal life.

When a family is looking for a new home, they generally engage the services of Real Estate Agents, Mortgage professionals, Title companies, and Insurance Brokers, among many others.

Like most professions, the Real Estate business is a team sport. No one knows this better than Billy Wagner. He is accustomed to winning insurance industry accolades, and he views his success as a beacon for those in need.

When Billy set out to raise funds for the Folds of Honor, he authored a book on Insurance, a subject he knows best. His book, “Insuring Your Peace of Mind,” has raised over $30,000 for Folds of Honor. Supporting Folds of Honor is a way for him and all of us to prove that the sacrifices of American Heroes will never be forgotten.

Billy started his Agency, Brightway Insurance, Ponte Vedra Beach, in 2006, and it is now recognized as one of the top-selling agencies in the U.S.

Listen in and you’ll hear how Billy’s obsession with saving time and simplifying his life has led him to improve upon his core values of Relationships, Growth, and Making an Impact for himself as well as the thousands of other Real Estate professionals that he’s helped to do the same.

To reach Billy Wagner and learn more about his playbook for success, visit:
https://facebook.com/billy.wagner.3939503
https://linkedin.com/in/billy-wagner-3654435/
https://www.BrightwayPVB.com

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In this episode, Jack talks with Employee Engagement expert Fahim Karim about how he is helping purpose-driven, growing companies retain and attract talent during a time when millions of people are leaving their jobs.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that in September of 2021 more than 4.4 million people resigned (not laid off) from their jobs while there were 10.4 million job openings in the same period.

It’s all over the news. Millions of workers are quitting right now, it’s called the Great Resignation. Employers are having a very hard time just retaining talent, much less attracting new talent.

Fahim Karim is the Founder of Gear 2 Harvest, a Management Consulting firm focused on Employee Engagement. With 20+ years of award-winning industry experience leading Fortune 500 companies, Fahim specializes in finding the root cause of employee disengagement by working with individual CEOs and Managers to become the leader their team loves to work with.

To learn more about Fahim Karim and Gear 2 Harvest, connect with him at:
https://gear2harvest.com/Linkedin
https://gear2harvest.com/Facebook
https://gear2harvest.com/YouTube

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In this episode, Jack talks with Bodyworker and Coach Aldene Etter about how she is helping busy professionals increase their productivity and enjoyment of life by slowing down.

Without a doubt, a Mom is potentially the most influential person in their kids’ lives.

Overachievers, over-doers, overthinkers, over-givers; if you don’t know one, then there’s a good chance you are one. If that’s the case, there’s also a good chance that it’s leaving you feeling drained, in pain, tense, overwhelmed, numb, empty, stuck, or resentful.

So, can your inability to slow down be interfering with your ability to be productive?

According to Aldene, it can affect not only your productivity but also your relationships, health, and spiritual growth.

As a Bodyworker and Coach for 20 years, Aldene has been helping people address the pain and drain in the body and create balance so they can experience more energy and focus along with the mental and emotional capacity to navigate life.

Listen in and you’ll quickly understand the impact Aldene’s calming way can have on your life.

To learn more about Aldene Etter, visit https://aldenelistens.abmp.com

Join Aldene’s Live weekly experiential sessions on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/craniosacral_explorations/

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In this episode, Jack talks with Chiropractor Dr. Derek Taylor about how he has helped thousands of people to find the root cause of their pain rather than just treating the symptoms.

Is pain an inevitable part of life? It doesn’t matter what age, being in pain can be debilitating for many people. It might be as simple as a nuisance pain or as severe as pain that leaves one almost bedridden.

The fact is that more than 1.5 billion people suffer from chronic pain worldwide. It impacts about 100 million adults in the US, which is more than the number impacted by diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined.

Dr. Taylor is Not a “crack your bones and go” Chiropractor. He creates a treatment plan customized for each patient. With offices in Torrance, California, and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, his team specializes in hard-to-treat cases with an uncommonly high level of success. Dr. Taylor is 1 of only 2 specially trained worldwide in the Taylor™ Method.

To learn more about Dr. Derek Taylor and the Taylor™ Method visit https://www.drderektaylor.com

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In this episode, Jack talks with Clinical Psychologist and Life Transition Expert Dr. Natalie Marr about how she is helping women who are struggling with the midlife transition to love their lives again so that they can make midlife their best life.

Midlife Crisis – The middle-aged guy who is trying to hang on to his youth with sports cars, a ridiculous wardrobe, and a new tattoo. That seems to be the common stereotype. But men certainly don’t have the market cornered when it comes to dealing with this milestone in life.

While the midlife struggles men face can often manifest themselves externally, the struggle can be much more private for women.

Listen in as Dr. Natalie reveals what she calls the deep dark secret that many women deal with during this time and why there’s no need to face it alone. She shows them another way to manage midlife—a way that has them loving their lives instead of struggling through them.

To learn more about Dr. Natalie Marr, visit https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com

Connect with Dr. Natalie on social media at:
https://www.facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory
https://instagram.com/learn_to_love_your_story_


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In this episode, Jack talks with Human Design Guide and Energy Healer Heather Hornung about how Moms can create healthy family dynamics and harmony in the home through living their unique design.

Without a doubt, a Mom is potentially the most influential person in their kids’ lives.

Heather Hornung knows first hand that Moms who take the initiative to know themselves on a deeper level, when they honor and nurture themselves, can shift how they relate to their families and foster a more loving and compassionate home environment.

Heather’s mission is to help Moms recognize and utilize the platform they’ve been given to have a massive impact on their kids’ lives through the beliefs and attitudes instilled in them and to be a living example of what it looks like to be confident, secure, and capable so they can bring their very best selves to their families.

To learn more about Heather Hornung, visit https://FindFulfillment.me
Connect with Heather on social media at:
https://instagram.com/findfulfillment.me
https://facebook.com/findfulfillment.me

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