Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee

What does it really mean to build a legacy that lasts?

In this episode of the Legacy Builders Podcast, Kyle sits down with Kent Evans—author, speaker, Executive Director of Manhood Journey, and father of five—for an honest conversation about faith, fatherhood, leadership, and calling.

Kent shares why our greatest impact often begins at home, how to pursue meaningful work without sacrificing the relationships that matter most, and why Scripture should shape the way we lead, parent, and live. They also explore ambition, discovering God’s calling, learning through failure, and the simple but powerful practice Kent believes can transform our relationships and leadership: asking better questions.

This conversation is a reminder that true legacy isn’t simply what we accomplish—it’s how faithfully we love, lead, and walk in the work God has placed before us.

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http://manhoodjourney.org

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What does it take to lead through change, build momentum, and leave an organization better than you found it?

On this episode of Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee, Kyle sits down with Manny Diaz Jr., President of the University of West Florida, for a conversation about leadership, failure, opportunity, and building for the future.

Manny’s career has taken him from the classroom and baseball field to the Florida Legislature, the role of Florida Commissioner of Education, and now the president’s office at UWF. Along the way, he’s learned that leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about listening, adapting, empowering the right people, and having the courage to act.

Kyle and Manny discuss lessons learned from early leadership failures, why the best way to prepare for your next opportunity is to excel where you are today, creating a culture of urgency, the future of higher education in an age of rapid technological change, and Manny’s vision for UWF as a catalyst for the continued growth of Northwest Florida.

They also dive into UWF’s move to Division I athletics, the university’s growing investment in research and workforce development, and why Manny believes legacy ultimately comes down to creating opportunities for the people who come after you.

For Manny, the challenge for the next generation is simple: stop comparing yourself to everyone else and focus on becoming the best version of yourself.

Tune in for a conversation about leadership, growth, education, and what it means to truly build a legacy.

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What does it take to build a company capable of scaling from a handful of farmhands to more than 1,100 employees working on some of the largest projects in the country?

In this episode of the Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee Podcast, Kyle McGee sits down with Thomas Harker, President of BZI, to talk about the culture, leadership, innovation, and long-term thinking behind BZI’s remarkable growth.

Thomas shares how BZI evolved from a small construction company founded in 2006 into a major player in the steel construction industry—and why, despite that growth, he believes BZI isn't really in the steel business. It's in the people business.

They dive into BZI’s philosophy of putting culture before growth and the company’s willingness to make significant investments in its people. New team members are flown to Utah for two weeks of paid training before ever stepping onto a job site, representing an investment of nearly $10,000 per person. For Thomas, the question isn’t simply, “What if they leave?” It’s also: "What becomes possible if they stay?"

Kyle and Thomas also discuss one of the hardest transitions for any entrepreneur: realizing that being indispensable can actually make you the bottleneck.

Thomas explains how he went from being the project manager, superintendent, foreman, equipment operator, and problem solver to intentionally building systems and developing leaders who could replace him. Today, that philosophy extends throughout BZI, where leaders are challenged to “replace themselves twice.”

Throughout the conversation, Thomas returns to one central idea: play the long game.

Build people. Build trust. Take action. Solve problems. Invest for decades instead of optimizing only for the next project. And remember that what you become along the way may ultimately matter more than what you build.

Learn more about BZI:
https://www.bzi.com/

If you're building a company you want to last for generations, this conversation is a reminder that the greatest legacy may not be the projects you complete or the revenue you generate—it may be the people you develop and the impact you leave behind.

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What happens when you risk everything to chase a bigger vision—and discover the person you trusted most wasn't who they claimed to be?

In this episode of Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee, our host sits down with Pat Zingarella, founder and CEO of Invest Clearly, to discuss his journey from corporate sales to entrepreneurship, the costly lessons he learned in private real estate investing, and why he's on a mission to bring transparency and accountability to the syndication industry. 

Pat shares the story behind taking a 75% pay cut to pursue what he believed was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, only to uncover fraud firsthand. Rather than letting that experience define him, he used it as the catalyst to build Invest Clearly—a platform where investors can research operators, read verified reviews, and make more informed investment decisions. 

Kyle and Pat also dive deep into entrepreneurship, mindset, coaching, family, leadership, and what it truly means to build a lasting legacy.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or someone looking to bet on yourself, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and hard-earned lessons.

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Success isn't built alone.

In this episode, Matt Teifke shares how faith, family, and an open-door philosophy has helped him build businesses, manage over $110M in assets, and create opportunities through relationships rather than competition.

From lessons learned through loss, to his unconventional partnership with Grant Cardone, to the influence of Trammell Crow's work, Matt challenges the modern business mindset and makes a compelling case for trust, generosity, and collaboration.

This conversation is a masterclass in leadership, real estate, and building a legacy that outlives you.

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What does it really take to build a lasting legacy?

In this episode of the Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee, our host sits down with entrepreneur, author, healthcare pioneer, and Pensacola visionary, Quint Studer, for a conversation packed with wisdom. Whether its on leadership, entrepreneurship, culture, faith, resilience, or community building, this conversation has it all.

Quint shares:

• How he went from selling turtles as a kid to building a $55M company
• The mindset that helped transform Pensacola into one of America’s fastest-growing cities
• Why “attraction over promotion” changed the way he builds businesses
• Lessons on leadership, vulnerability, and creating cultures that last
• The importance of mentorship, curiosity, and lifelong learning
• How faith and recovery shaped his journey as an entrepreneur

This episode is full of practical insights and timeless principles for anyone who wants to build something meaningful — in business, leadership, or life.

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In this episode, our host Kyle McGee sits down with David Trent, entrepreneur, wealth management founder, author of Elevate Others, and CEO roundtable coach, for a wide-ranging conversation on what it truly takes to build something meaningful. David shares the mindset shifts that carried him through Y2K, the 2008 financial crisis, and COVID while growing his firm to over a billion dollars in assets under management. They dig into the power of mentorship (both from books and living mentors), how to attract and keep great people, and why peer groups like CEO roundtables unlock breakthroughs that no amount of solo grinding can. David also gets personal, reflecting on the family influences that shaped his belief in lifting others up, what legacy really means at 62, and why he's operating like he's only halfway through. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this one is packed with wisdom you can put to work immediately.

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In this episode of Legacy Builders with Kyle McGee, our host sits down with legendary Pensacola custom home builder Klein Miller for an unforgettable conversation about entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, faith, mentorship, and building a lasting legacy.

Klein shares his incredible journey from selling concrete in Louisiana to becoming one of the Gulf Coast’s most respected luxury home builders. Along the way, he opens up about the risks he took, the painful projects that taught him hard lessons, the importance of surrounding yourself with great people, and why reputation is everything in business.

This episode is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, builders, leaders, and anyone striving to build something meaningful.

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How do you raise over $2 billion in capital—and then turn around and teach entrepreneurs around the world to do the same? 

In this episode of the Legacy Builders Podcast, Kyle McGee sits down with Brad Blazer, former oil company CEO turned globally recognized capital raising expert who has raised more than $2 billion throughout his career 

Brad shares his journey from walking away from architecture school to launching his own oil company at 23, navigating an industry collapse, and ultimately discovering that his true gift was raising capital and helping others unlock opportunity.

This conversation dives deep into what actually moves the needle in capital raising—why trust is everything, why pitching too early kills deals, and how building relationships with the right intermediaries can completely change your growth trajectory. Brad breaks down the mindset shifts required to scale check sizes, attract high-net-worth investors, and build lasting partnerships that multiply your impact.

If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or leader with big goals and an even bigger vision for legacy, this episode will challenge you to think bigger, move smarter, and build with purpose.

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From two struggling auto repair shops to a 35-location, $50M franchise portfolio — Brian Beers has lived the real path of scaling through franchising.

In this episode of Legacy Builders, Brian shares the hard-earned lessons behind growth without burnout, including the leadership hires that transformed his business, why progress beats perfection, and how focusing on one core business creates lasting wealth.

We also dive into building teams, avoiding costly distractions, the power of content and community, and what legacy truly means beyond money.

🎧 If you’re an entrepreneur looking to scale smarter, lead better, and build something that lasts — this conversation is a must-listen.

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