MB2 Underground

In this episode of MB2 Underground, Sarah and JT sit down with serial entrepreneur and Young Innovations Program Manager, Lee Majerus. From growing up with a single mother in Denver to building and selling multiple businesses, Lee has lived a life shaped by resilience, reinvention, and relentless optimism. He shares how a sunrise commute sparked his career vision, how he navigated building pharmaceutical distribution companies before and during COVID, and why maintaining a positive outlook has been the key to every chapter. This is a must-listen for anyone chasing a dream or writing their next one.

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In this episode, Sarah and JT sit down with Melissa Marquez, Executive Director at Henry Schein One and one of the key forces behind Jarvis, the data platform transforming dental operations. From her unlikely start as a dental assistant to becoming a COO and later joining the tech world, Melissa shares an inspiring journey built on curiosity, grit, and a willingness to "figure it out."

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In this episode of MB2 Underground, Sarah and JT sit down with Matt Carnes, founder and president of Branding Resources, to talk about what it takes to bring your brand, and your business, to life.

Matt shares the story behind building a 20+ year company from his bedroom office to a trusted partner for major brands. He opens up about the early days, the tough lessons, and the wins that kept him going. ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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In this episode, Midwest Dental's Chief Revenue Officer Tim Cluley joins MB2 Underground to share how a seven-person startup in a Wichita Falls garage grew into a 175-employee dental giant over the past 30 years, all without losing its culture. Tim talks about the power of "running to the fire" when challenges hit, leading with humility, and how staying true to your values creates growth that lasts.

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In this episode of MB2 Underground, we welcome Matt Paladini, Certified Financial Planner and longtime advisor to MB2 partners, to talk about the importance of financial planning, entrepreneurship, and risk-taking, both in business and in life. Matt founded his own financial advisory firm amid the 2008 recession and shares his journey of navigating uncertainty with confidence. He opens up about building his career from Ernst & Young to founding Paladini Financial Management, later joining Cerity Partners to bring advanced investment and estate-planning solutions to dental professionals nationwide. Along the way, he discusses lessons in leadership, partnership, and the value of starting early (even if it's scary).

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We're joined by Matt McGaw, Founder of PC Med Dent Advisors, a one-man mission helping DSOs and group practices make sense of the ever-growing world of dental tech. Matt's all about cutting through the noise, asking the right questions, finding solutions, and helping teams focus on what matters.

In this episode, we cover: how DSO Compass started and what it's doing differently, the 4 P's that guide Matt's approach to growth and innovation, why fear is the biggest barrier to AI adoption in dental, and so much more.

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Legendary educator and clinician Dr. Gordon Christensen joins Sarah and JT to talk about everything from horses and motorcycles to honesty in modern dentistry. With over 66 years in the profession, "The Michael Jordan of Dentistry" shares how curiosity keeps him young, why technology isn't always the answer, and what it really means to do dentistry the right way.

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Dr. Greg Wright, owner of Wright Smiles in Southlake, TX, joins us Sarah and JT to share his journey from growing up in small-town Texas to building a successful dental practice in DFW. Humor, heart, and a love for servant leadership, Dr. Wright reflects on 37 years in dentistry, lessons learned in ownership, working alongside his wife, and the joy he finds in giving back to his community.

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In this episode of MB2 Underground, Sarah and JT welcome Chris Bentson, founder of Bentson Copple Patterson & Associates (BCPA) and a true thought leader in orthodontics. From growing up on a Kansas farm to shaping the future of orthodontic valuations and transitions, Chris brings humor, wisdom, and a lifetime of perspective.

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Chris Manfredini, CEO and Founder of Mavich Branding Group, joined the podcast to talk about hhis early days as a competitive soccer player and TCU kicker to building one of the fastest-growing branding companies in Texas. Chris shares his journey of grit, growth, and leadership lessons.

He opens up about:

• His Italian roots and culture shock moving from Brooklyn to Texas.

• Transitioning from sports to entrepreneurship.

• Founding Mavich Branding Group and growing it from a scrappy three-person team to a 20,000 sq. ft. operation serving major clients like MB2 Dental and the Dallas Stars.

• Leadership mistakes that taught him how to adapt and grow.

• The role of swag, branding, and even AI in shaping the future of his industry.

• Personal stories of inspiration, perseverance, and why he'll always carry the mantra: Don't quit.

This candid, first-ever podcast appearance from Chris mixes laughs, lessons, and a reminder that success comes from persistence, adaptability, and vision.

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