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From Healthcare to Auto and Lessons Learned as a Professional Entrepreneur Larry Pearson Interview on Capital Club Radio


Larry Pearson, President and CEO of Independent Dealers Advantage, LLC (IDA), a sub-prime automobile finance company, shares with Michael his journey from managing and owning medical providers to purchasing and servicing point of sale sub-prime in auto portfolios in the South Eastern U.S.

Larry founded IDA in January 2001 to purchase, underwrite, verify, and collect point of sale and bulk sub-prime indirect auto paper. He managed the growth of IDA’s portfolio to $20,000,000 and outside servicing portfolios to $90,000,000.  Larry is a recognized leader and authority in the subprime auto segment.

Prior to his achievements in the subprime auto industry, Larry spent nearly 30 years in the insurance and healthcare services industries; buying, building, operating and selling a variety of healthcare service companies in ophthalmology sectors. Larry earned a BS in Industrial Management at Georgia Institute of Technology in 1970.

Here is a glimpse of what Larry shared in the interview.

“So he had me go to work one summer in the spinning room, cleaning lights in the cotton mill, and it was about 130 degrees … and he said … ‘You can spend the rest of your life doing this type of work or you can decide to aggressively pursue your education.’”

“Entrepreneurs would tell you they make every mistake you can possibly make along the way, and you just have to recognize your mistakes for what they are and learn from them and go on. And not let it become a failure.”

“Helping people is very important to me, my faith is very important.  I feel like I’m challenged to help people, and this was one of the ways that we could do it.”

IDA, LLC Website

IDA on Linkedin


Capital Club Radio
Hosted by: Michael Flock
Sponsored by: Flock Specialty Finance

Providing a forum for leaders in the middle market segment which has typically been undeserved by traditional banking.

Listeners gain valuable business insights and perspectives to deal with market uncertainty. Topics include: key success factors, both personal and professional, dealing with adversity, outlook for the industry and your business.


For more info about Michael Flock and Flock Specialty Finance visit:
www.FlockFinance.com

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From Healthcare to Auto and Lessons Learned as a Professional Entrepreneur Larry Pearson Interview on Capital Club Radio

Larry Pearson, President and CEO of Independent Dealers Advantage, LLC (IDA), a sub-prime automobile finance company, shares with Michael his journey from managing and owning medical providers to purchasing and servicing point of sale sub-prime in auto portfolios in the South Eastern U.S.

Larry founded IDA in January 2001 to purchase, underwrite, verify, and collect point of sale and bulk sub-prime indirect auto paper. He managed the growth of IDA’s portfolio to $20,000,000 and outside servicing portfolios to $90,000,000.  Larry is a recognized leader and authority in the subprime auto segment.

Prior to his achievements in the subprime auto industry, Larry spent nearly 30 years in the insurance and healthcare services industries; buying, building, operating and selling a variety of healthcare service companies in ophthalmology sectors. Larry earned a BS in Industrial Management at Georgia Institute of Technology in 1970.

Here is a glimpse of what Larry shared in the interview.

“So he had me go to work one summer in the spinning room, cleaning lights in the cotton mill, and it was about 130 degrees … and he said … ‘You can spend the rest of your life doing this type of work or you can decide to aggressively pursue your education.’”

“Entrepreneurs would tell you they make every mistake you can possibly make along the way, and you just have to recognize your mistakes for what they are and learn from them and go on. And not let it become a failure.”

“Helping people is very important to me, my faith is very important.  I feel like I’m challenged to help people, and this was one of the ways that we could do it.”

Capital Club Radio

Hosted by: Michael Flock

Sponsored by: Flock Specialty Finance

Providing a forum for leaders in the middle market segment which has typically been undeserved by traditional banking.

Listeners gain valuable business insights and perspectives to deal with market uncertainty. Topics include: key success factors, both personal and professional, dealing with adversity, outlook for the industry and your business.

For more info about Michael Flock and Flock Specialty Finance visit:

www.FlockFinance.com

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:

www.CapitalClubRadioShow.com

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Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association CEO Rick Walker on Georgia Business Radio


Rick Walker, President CEO and Founder
Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association

- Highly rated intellectual property (IP), trade association, and business attorney, technologist, and startup expert, with a proven track record in monetizing IP and generating profits for stakeholders. SIBF International Entrepreneur of the Year Award - 2015.
- I help clients develop a comprehensive intellectual property strategy for their patent portfolios, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other intangible assets. Also help with startup issues in growing businesses and building brands.

- 14 years as a top corporate executive (EVP) and General Counsel in a NYSE-listed company
- Over 14 years as a partner in a law firm
- Have both undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees
- Very broad experience in corporate management, operations, technology, international including China, legal, and Board of Directors' matters
- Named one of the "Latest Generation of Atlanta CEOs and Power Brokers," Atlanta Journal Constitution
- AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell legal directory (highest ranking)
- Rated as one of the "Top Lawyers of Georgia - 2013" (National Law Journal), and one of the "Top Lawyers of Georgia - 2014" (Atlanta Magazine). Admitted to practice in Georgia, Michigan, Kentucky, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Registered Patent Attorney).
- Named an NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) Governance Fellow, the highest level of credentialing for corporate directors and corporate governance professionals.
- Experienced CEO and Independent Corporate Director
- Background and experience include service on several Boards of Directors with deep experience in corporate governance matters.

Topics to Discuss:
Southern Automotive Conference (SAC) October 3-5, 2018 at Cobb-Galleria Convention Centre

Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association

- New record-setting trade association which passionately promotes the interests of the automotive manufacturing industry.
- GAMA advances the automotive industry in Georgia and worldwide by providing:
-- Business Opportunities (helping members find new business),
-- Great Connections (facilitating business and personal networking), and
-- Unique Experiences (members are the first to learn about new industry initiatives).
GAMA helps "Drive the Business Success" of its members through various activities including meetings, continuing education, professional growth, and networking to foster increased profitability, quality, and innovation.

Web Site / Social Media Links:
www.GAMA-Georgia.org

www.SouthernAutoCon.com

Guest Linkedin Profile:

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Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association CEO Rick Walker on Georgia Business Radio

Rick Walker, President CEO and Founder

Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association

- Highly rated intellectual property (IP), trade association, and business attorney, technologist, and startup expert, with a proven track record in monetizing IP and generating profits for stakeholders. SIBF International Entrepreneur of the Year Award - 2015.

- I help clients develop a comprehensive intellectual property strategy for their patent portfolios, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other intangible assets. Also help with startup issues in growing businesses and building brands.

- 14 years as a top corporate executive (EVP) and General Counsel in a NYSE-listed company

- Over 14 years as a partner in a law firm

- Have both undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees 

- Very broad experience in corporate management, operations, technology, international including China, legal, and Board of Directors' matters

- Named one of the "Latest Generation of Atlanta CEOs and Power Brokers," Atlanta Journal Constitution

- AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell legal directory (highest ranking) 

- Rated as one of the "Top Lawyers of Georgia - 2013" (National Law Journal), and one of the "Top Lawyers of Georgia - 2014" (Atlanta Magazine). Admitted to practice in Georgia, Michigan, Kentucky, and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (Registered Patent Attorney).

- Named an NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) Governance Fellow, the highest level of credentialing for corporate directors and corporate governance professionals. 

- Experienced CEO and Independent Corporate Director

- Background and experience include service on several Boards of Directors with deep experience in corporate governance matters.

Topics to Discuss:

Southern Automotive Conference (SAC) October 3-5, 2018 at Cobb-Galleria Convention Centre

Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association

- New record-setting trade association which passionately promotes the interests of the automotive manufacturing industry.

- GAMA advances the automotive industry in Georgia and worldwide by providing:

-- Business Opportunities (helping members find new business), 

-- Great Connections (facilitating business and personal networking), and 

-- Unique Experiences (members are the first to learn about new industry initiatives).

GAMA helps "Drive the Business Success" of its members through various activities including meetings, continuing education, professional growth, and networking to foster increased profitability, quality, and innovation. 

Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.GAMA-Georgia.org

www.SouthernAutoCon.com

Guest Linkedin Profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-walker-a300222

Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, GBR content is in distribution across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads.

Show Host:

Rich Casanova, Chief Visionary Officer

Pro Business Channel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richcasanova

https://twitter.com/RichCasanovaCom

Check out more episodes visit:

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Jack Portman Transfiguring an Iconic Architectural Firm into a Global Real Estate Development Company on Business Developers Network
Jack Portman, Vice-Chairman
Portman Holdings & John Portman & Associates

John C. (Jack) Portman, III is the Vice-Chairman of Portman Holdings, the land and property development company. Jack is responsible for the international development activities of the company.
By the 1970’s, Portman Associates had already established its reputation as a transformative architectural firm.  After graduating college, Jack embarked on a global journey where he developed an affinity for SE Asia and envisioned that Portman should pursue international real estate development and property management in the Pacific Rim.  Jack would later established Portman Overseas and today a significant amount of Portman’s business is in the Asian market.

Topics to Discuss: 
Recognizing the tremendous potential in the Pacific Rim
Portman Overseas
Pursuing international real estate development and management of overseas projects

Web Site / Social Media Links:
www.portmanusa.com
Guest Linkedin Profile: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-portman-822b7011




Show Host:  Artie Ruderman

The Business Developers Network where today’s leading business developers share and learn innovative business development concepts to generate greater value for their businesses. Broadcasting LIVE from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta.

For more info about the show sponsor visit:
www.igscorp.net

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:
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Jack Portman Transfiguring an Iconic Architectural Firm into a Global Real Estate Development Company on Business Developers Network

Jack Portman, Vice-Chairman

Portman Holdings & John Portman & Associates 

John C. (Jack) Portman, III is the Vice-Chairman of Portman Holdings, the land and property development company. Jack is responsible for the international development activities of the company.

By the 1970’s, Portman Associates had already established its reputation as a transformative architectural firm.  After graduating college, Jack embarked on a global journey where he developed an affinity for SE Asia and envisioned that Portman should pursue international real estate development and property management in the Pacific Rim.  Jack would later established Portman Overseas and today a significant amount of Portman’s business is in the Asian market. 

Topics to Discuss: 

Recognizing the tremendous potential in the Pacific Rim

Portman Overseas

Pursuing international real estate development and management of overseas projects

Web Site / Social Media Links: 

www.portmanusa.com

Guest Linkedin Profile: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-portman-822b7011 

About the show host and sponsor:

The Business Developers Network where today’s leading business developers share and learn innovative business development concepts to generate greater value for their businesses. Broadcasting LIVE from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta.

For more info about the show sponsor visit:

www.igscorp.net

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:

www.BusinessDevelopersNetwork.com

To view photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

:arrow: :arrow: Blockchain Strategy Bootcamp and Georgia Drug Card on Georgia Business Radio

Joy McAdams, V.P. of Regional Relations
United Networks of America | Georgia Drug Card

I connect doctors with doctors who benefit from referrals... I connect pharmacies and physicians/hospitals with a program that helps their patients afford their prescriptions...It's as simple as making friends,being genuine, and promoting a service I believe in. As a resident of Georgia, you and your family have access to a statewide Prescription Assistance Program (PAP). Create and print your FREE discount prescription drug card coupon below. This pharmacy coupon card will provide you with Rx medication savings of up to 75%at more than 68,000 pharmacies across the country including CVS/pharmacy, Walgreens, Kroger, Rite Aid, Walmart, and many more. You can create as many coupons as you need. We encourage you to create and send to friends and family members via one of the many available options. This Coupon/Card is pre-activated and can be used immediately!

 

Web Site / Social Media Links:
www.georgiadrugcard.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-mcadams-59878a10a



Roop Singh, Founder Intuit Factory

Blockchain Practitioner | Speaker | Blockchain Digital Transformation | Blockchain Consulting | AI Enthusiast | Distributed Ledger Technology and Blockchain Architecture
Experienced business transformation leader, trainer, and speaker with demonstrated proficiency in:
• Presenting Blockchain Strategy to Corporate Executives
• Designing Blockchain Use cases and business models
• Architecting Blockchain Solutions

Aligning strategy with processes to drive innovation
• Dramatically improving business processes to increase revenue, reduce cost, deliver
service excellence
• Driving customer journey focused Outside – In processes
• Propelling massive organization change

Who we are:
A strategic blockchain business consulting and branding firm!

We are a multi-disciplinary team bringing in a diverse set of techniques, philosophies, and models to navigate your Blockchain journey. We are not your run-of-the-mill consulting firm. We combine deep business insight with an expert understanding of how this technology will impact and drive new business models. Leveraging our years of expertise in business process transformation, we now guide you on how to leapfrog into the future using Blockchain. Headquartered in Atlanta, USA we provide services internationally.

Topics to Discuss:
The rise of Blockchain revolution, Is Blockchain an Opportunity, Threat or a Risk for enterprises?
Our first of its kind Blockchain Strategy Bootcamp in partnership with Robinson College of Business.
Why is it unique? Why should people attend this bootcamp? What will they get out of it?

Web Site / Social Media Links:
LinkedIn-

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pro-business-channel--2662314/support.

Blockchain Strategy Bootcamp and Georgia Drug Card on Georgia Business Radio

Joy McAdams, V.P. of Regional Relations

United Networks of America | Georgia Drug Card

I connect doctors with doctors who benefit from referrals... I connect pharmacies and physicians/hospitals with a program that helps their patients afford their prescriptions...It's as simple as making friends,being genuine, and promoting a service I believe in. As a resident of Georgia, you and your family have access to a statewide Prescription Assistance Program (PAP). Create and print your FREE discount prescription drug card coupon below. This pharmacy coupon card will provide you with Rx medication savings of up to 75%at more than 68,000 pharmacies across the country including CVS/pharmacy, Walgreens, Kroger, Rite Aid, Walmart, and many more. You can create as many coupons as you need. We encourage you to create and send to friends and family members via one of the many available options. This Coupon/Card is pre-activated and can be used immediately!

Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.georgiadrugcard.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-mcadams-59878a10a

Roop Singh, Founder Intuit Factory

Blockchain Practitioner | Speaker | Blockchain Digital Transformation | Blockchain Consulting | AI Enthusiast | Distributed Ledger Technology and Blockchain Architecture

Experienced business transformation leader, trainer, and speaker with demonstrated proficiency in:

• Presenting Blockchain Strategy to Corporate Executives

• Designing Blockchain Use cases and business models

• Architecting Blockchain Solutions

Aligning strategy with processes to drive innovation

• Dramatically improving business processes to increase revenue, reduce cost, deliver

service excellence

• Driving customer journey focused Outside – In processes

• Propelling massive organization change

Who we are:

A strategic blockchain business consulting and branding firm!

We are a multi-disciplinary team bringing in a diverse set of techniques, philosophies, and models to navigate your Blockchain journey. We are not your run-of-the-mill consulting firm. We combine deep business insight with an expert understanding of how this technology will impact and drive new business models. Leveraging our years of expertise in business process transformation, we now guide you on how to leapfrog into the future using Blockchain. Headquartered in Atlanta, USA we provide services internationally.

Topics to Discuss:

The rise of Blockchain revolution, Is Blockchain an Opportunity, Threat or a Risk for enterprises?

Our first of its kind Blockchain Strategy Bootcamp in partnership with Robinson College of Business.

Why is it unique? Why should people attend this bootcamp? What will they get out of it?

Web Site / Social Media Links:

LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/in/singhroop/

Twitter - @Intuitfactory

Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/intuitfactory/

Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, GBR content is in distribution across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads.

Show Hosts:

Rich Casanova, CoFounder

Pro Business Channel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richcasanova 

https://twitter.com/RichCasanovaCom

Artie Ruderman, Founder

Innovative Growth Solutions, Corp

Director of Business Development

Pro Business Channel

Check out more episodes visit:

www.GeorgiaBusinessRadio.com

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:

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:arrow: :arrow: Shipe Dosik Law Legal Services and Pinot's Palette Paint and Sip on Franchise Business Radio
Kitt Shipe and Pete Dosik
Shipe Dosik Law LLC
Kitt is an experienced business attorney with a focus on transactional work in the franchise industry which spans over 20 years. Shipe Dosik Law is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and currently represents over 100 franchisors domestically and internationally. The firm has assisted dozens of start-ups "launch" franchise programs in the past five years and serves as outsourced general counsel to many established franchise systems. Kitt also routinely represents franchisees in the purchase of new franchises and existing franchises.










Pete is an attorney specializing in helping franchise companies succeed in a challenging environment, as well handling general business transactions like company formation, buying or selling a business, real estate, intellectual property, finance, and contracts.
I serve as general outside counsel to numerous businesses in Georgia and nationwide. I counsel franchisors in all aspects of structuring and operating a successful franchise system in compliance with U.S. franchise laws. I am a regular speaker and author on franchise law and business topics, and currently serve as Chairman of the Franchise and Distribution Section of the Georgia Bar AssociationShow Topics:
Things to Consider When Buying a Franchise





Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.shipedosiklaw.com



www.linkedin.com/in/kittshipe

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-dosik-2010a121








Shubhra Saxena, Owner/Manager
Pinot's Palette - Johns Creek



Pinot's Palette opened for business on May 6, 2009. Our first location was a cozy, local studio in the Montrose neighborhood of Houston, TX. Being a new concept, we started small, with the hopes of hosting a wine and painting class three nights a week.  Before long, word spread, and now we have paint and sip franchise locations from coast to coast and internationally.  Together, we've created over one million paintings with our customers. And while we haven't counted the corks, our guests have enjoyed plenty of wine with friends along the way.  We love being your go-to spot to relax, unwind and let loose. From date nights to birthdays and bachelorette parties, our paint parties are a unique way to celebrate all of life's special moments - even if the occasion is just called "Friday."












Show Topics:
My story
Products/services
Client profile
Mission


Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.pinotspalette.com/johnscreek




https://www.instagram.com/pinotjohnscreek/

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Shipe Dosik Law Legal Services and Pinot's Palette Paint and Sip on Franchise Business Radio

Kitt Shipe and Pete Dosik

Shipe Dosik Law LLC

Kitt is an experienced business attorney with a focus on transactional work in the franchise industry which spans over 20 years. Shipe Dosik Law is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and currently represents over 100 franchisors domestically and internationally. The firm has assisted dozens of start-ups "launch" franchise programs in the past five years and serves as outsourced general counsel to many established franchise systems. Kitt also routinely represents franchisees in the purchase of new franchises and existing franchises. 

Pete is an attorney specializing in helping franchise companies succeed in a challenging environment, as well handling general business transactions like company formation, buying or selling a business, real estate, intellectual property, finance, and contracts. 

I serve as general outside counsel to numerous businesses in Georgia and nationwide. I counsel franchisors in all aspects of structuring and operating a successful franchise system in compliance with U.S. franchise laws. I am a regular speaker and author on franchise law and business topics, and currently serve as Chairman of the Franchise and Distribution Section of the Georgia Bar Association 

Show Topics: 

Things to Consider When Buying a Franchise 

Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.shipedosiklaw.com

www.linkedin.com/in/kittshipe

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-dosik-2010a121

Shubhra Saxena, Owner/Manager

Pinot's Palette - Johns Creek

Pinot's Palette opened for business on May 6, 2009. Our first location was a cozy, local studio in the Montrose neighborhood of Houston, TX. Being a new concept, we started small, with the hopes of hosting a wine and painting class three nights a week.  Before long, word spread, and now we have paint and sip franchise locations from coast to coast and internationally.  Together, we've created over one million paintings with our customers. And while we haven't counted the corks, our guests have enjoyed plenty of wine with friends along the way.  We love being your go-to spot to relax, unwind and let loose. From date nights to birthdays and bachelorette parties, our paint parties are a unique way to celebrate all of life's special moments - even if the occasion is just called "Friday."

Show Topics: 

My story

Products/services

Client profile

Mission 

Web Site / Social Media Links:

www.pinotspalette.com/johnscreek

https://www.instagram.com/pinotjohnscreek/

https://twitter.com/pinotjohnscreek/

https://www.facebook.com/pinotsjohnscreek/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shubhra-saxena-8bb00563/ 

The Franchise Business Radio show is a platform to bring together franchise professionals and resources to connect, educate, and collaborate to serve the franchise community and the franchise consumer. Spotlighting Leaders in the Franchise Industry

Experts in funding, legal, marketing and consulting.

Franchise Business Radio hosted by:

Pam Currie, Founder

Franchise Intellect

Made possible in part by:

Franchise Intellect, visit: www.FranchiseIntellect.com

Social Joey, visit: www.SocialJoey.com

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:

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To view guest photos from this show, visit:

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