Pro Business Channel

Ben Butler with Cargo Brokers International at Atlanta Euro Chamber Mixer on International Business Radio

Ben Butler, Business Development

Cargo Brokers International Inc.

www.cargobrokers.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-butler-003a151

This interview was recorded live at the International Euro Chamber After-Hours Business Mixer in Atlanta. Hosted by members of the Belgian, British, Swedish and Dutch business community in Atlanta, Georgia. Including the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce Southeast, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce - Georgia, British-American Business Council of Georgia and the Belgian American Chamber of the South.

International Business Radio interviewing industry and thought leaders from around the world with compelling stories generating relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, IBR 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

Michael Moore, RainMaker & Chief Storyteller

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

https://twitter.com/BuckhedgeCEO

Artie Ruderman, Media Partnerships

Pro Business Channel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/artie-ruderman

Audio Engineer:

Rob Morley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-morley-795256126/

Video Production:

Steven Tyler Rubin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-tyler-rubin-005a94115

Check out more episodes visit:

www.InternationalBusinessRadio.com

To view guest photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

Peter van der Lende with Expand360 at Atlanta Euro Chamber Mixer on International Business Radio
Peter van der Lende, Partner
Expand360
Peter van der Lende has a 20-year foundation of experience in nine different countries.
Peter lived and worked in Europe, North America and Latin America, executed market development projects in Asia and Africa, and is fluent in English and Spanish.
He successfully established multinational companies as well as medium sized companies in The United States and Mexico from 2013 to date.
He introduced an RFID baggage tracking company at a major US airline as a $10M per year project. Expanded position of VANDERLANDE baggage handling in Mexico, resulting in new customers.
www.expand360.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/petervanderlende
This interview was recorded live at the International Euro Chamber After-Hours Business Mixer in Atlanta. Hosted by members of the Belgian, British, Swedish and Dutch business community in Atlanta, Georgia. Including the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce Southeast, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce - Georgia, British-American Business Council of Georgia and the Belgian American Chamber of the South.
International Business Radio interviewing industry and thought leaders from around the world with compelling stories generating relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, IBR 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
Michael Moore, RainMaker & Chief Storyteller
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sellbyphone
https://twitter.com/BuckhedgeCEO
Artie Ruderman, Media Partnerships
Pro Business Channel
https://www.linkedin.com/in/artie-ruderman
Audio Engineer:
Rob Morley
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-morley-795256126/
Video Production:
Steven Tyler Rubin
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-tyler-rubin-005a94115
Check out more episodes visit:
www.InternationalBusinessRadio.com
To view guest photos from this show, visit:
www.ProBusinessPictures.com
 

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Matthew DiVenere with Marconi International Advisors at Atlanta Euro Chamber Mixer on International Business Radio

Matthew DiVenere, Founder/Managing Partner

Marconi International Advisors

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

This interview was recorded live at the International Euro Chamber After-Hours Business Mixer in Atlanta. Hosted by members of the Belgian, British, Swedish and Dutch business community in Atlanta, Georgia. Including the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce Southeast, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce - Georgia, British-American Business Council of Georgia and the Belgian American Chamber of the South.

International Business Radio interviewing industry and thought leaders from around the world with compelling stories generating relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, IBR 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

Michael Moore, RainMaker & Chief Storyteller

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

https://twitter.com/BuckhedgeCEO

Artie Ruderman, Media Partnerships

Pro Business Channel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/artie-ruderman

Audio Engineer:

Rob Morley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-morley-795256126/

Video Production:

Steven Tyler Rubin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-tyler-rubin-005a94115

Check out more episodes visit:

www.InternationalBusinessRadio.com

To view guest photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

Peter van der Lende with Expand360 at Atlanta Euro Chamber Mixer on International Business Radio

Peter van der Lende, Partner

Expand360

Peter van der Lende has a 20-year foundation of experience in nine different countries.

Peter lived and worked in Europe, North America and Latin America, executed market development projects in Asia and Africa, and is fluent in English and Spanish.

He successfully established multinational companies as well as medium sized companies in The United States and Mexico from 2013 to date.

He introduced an RFID baggage tracking company at a major US airline as a $10M per year project. Expanded position of VANDERLANDE baggage handling in Mexico, resulting in new customers.

www.expand360.com

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

This interview was recorded live at the International Euro Chamber After-Hours Business Mixer in Atlanta. Hosted by members of the Belgian, British, Swedish and Dutch business community in Atlanta, Georgia. Including the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce Southeast, Swedish American Chamber of Commerce - Georgia, British-American Business Council of Georgia and the Belgian American Chamber of the South.

International Business Radio interviewing industry and thought leaders from around the world with compelling stories generating relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, IBR 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

Michael Moore, RainMaker & Chief Storyteller

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

https://twitter.com/BuckhedgeCEO

Artie Ruderman, Media Partnerships

Pro Business Channel

https://www.linkedin.com/in/artie-ruderman

Audio Engineer:

Rob Morley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-morley-795256126/

Video Production:

Steven Tyler Rubin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-tyler-rubin-005a94115

Check out more episodes visit:

www.InternationalBusinessRadio.com

To view guest photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

Christian Ross with Village Realty and Tutu Longe with Hottie+Lord, Joanne Hayes with Simply Buckhead on the Buckhead Business Show


Christian Ross
Village Realty

Over 10 years experience with residential and commercial real estate sales and development with over 13 years business and client development consulting experience.

My focus: Helping Realtors succeed in real estate. Continue to build a team that assists our clients with their domestic and international real estate investment goals.

Board of Directors, Atlanta Realtors Association
Board of Directors, Midtown Neighbors Association

- Manage and grow brokerage resulting in increased gross sales of over $50 million in 2016 YTD.
- Execute risk management tools, guidelines, and procedures.
- Teach agents sales strategies, financial structures, client care, and marketing.
- Direct annual brokerage education initiatives.
- Manage digital marketing and recruiting initiatives and campaigns.
- Prepare international investors for EB-5 Visa program.
- Work with real estate consultants in other countries, specifically, the Caribbean & South America to facilitate client purchases
- Manage a team that assists homebuyers and sellers with their needs analysis, search, and negotiation of their purchase or sale.
- Create and maintain alliances with service providers.


Topics to Discuss:
Industry Trends/Atlanta Market
What's next? Last time we were here it was a new firm

Web Site / Social Media Links:

Website: www.vratl.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianross1

Social media links: @christiansoldit




Tutu Longe, Creative Director
Hottie+Lord

Topics to Discuss:
1. )Our mission
2.) Who is the Hottie+Lord woman

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

https://www.facebook.com/HottieandLord

https://www.instagram.com/hottieandlord

https://twitter.com/HottieandLord





Joanne Hayes, Publisher
Simply Buckhead Magazine

Joanne Hayes is a 20-year veteran of the publishing industry, having worked as an Account Executive for an award-winning Journal Register Company newspaper group, Southern Rhode Island Newspapers, and as the Marketing Director of SO Rhode Island, a publication of the award-winning magazine company Providence Media.
Simply Buckhead Magazine was conceived and began publication in 2010, with Joanne at the helm as Publisher and Founder. She also currently serves as the Co-VP of Programs on the Board of Directors of the Buckhead Business Association, and a Member of the newly-formed Diversity and Inclusion Council of the Atlanta Hawks organization.
Joanne and her team launched a second publication this year, 17th South, covering Midtown and surrounding communities.

Topics/Questions to Discuss:
New issue of Simply Buckhead

Web Site and Social Media Links:
www.simplybuckhead.com
Twitter and Instagram @SimpplyBuckhead
Facebook – LivingWellAtl

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Christian Ross with Village Realty and Tutu Longe with Hottie+Lord, Joanne Hayes with Simply Buckhead on the Buckhead Business Show

Christian Ross

Village Realty

Over 10 years experience with residential and commercial real estate sales and development with over 13 years business and client development consulting experience.

My focus: Helping Realtors succeed in real estate. Continue to build a team that assists our clients with their domestic and international real estate investment goals.

Board of Directors, Atlanta Realtors Association

Board of Directors, Midtown Neighbors Association

- Manage and grow brokerage resulting in increased gross sales of over $50 million in 2016 YTD.

- Execute risk management tools, guidelines, and procedures.

- Teach agents sales strategies, financial structures, client care, and marketing.

- Direct annual brokerage education initiatives.

- Manage digital marketing and recruiting initiatives and campaigns.

- Prepare international investors for EB-5 Visa program.

- Work with real estate consultants in other countries, specifically, the Caribbean & South America to facilitate client purchases

- Manage a team that assists homebuyers and sellers with their needs analysis, search, and negotiation of their purchase or sale.

- Create and maintain alliances with service providers.

Topics to Discuss:

Industry Trends/Atlanta Market

What's next? Last time we were here it was a new firm

Web Site / Social Media Links:

Website: www.vratl.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianross1

Social media links: @christiansoldit

Tutu Longe, Creative Director

Hottie+Lord

Topics to Discuss:

1. )Our mission

2.) Who is the Hottie+Lord woman

Web Site / Social Media Links:

www. Hottieandlord.com

https://www.facebook.com/HottieandLord

https://www.instagram.com/hottieandlord

https://twitter.com/HottieandLord

Joanne Hayes, Publisher

Simply Buckhead Magazine

Joanne Hayes is a 20-year veteran of the publishing industry, having worked as an Account Executive for an award-winning Journal Register Company newspaper group, Southern Rhode Island Newspapers, and as the Marketing Director of SO Rhode Island, a publication of the award-winning magazine company Providence Media.

Simply Buckhead Magazine was conceived and began publication in 2010, with Joanne at the helm as Publisher and Founder. She also currently serves as the Co-VP of Programs on the Board of Directors of the Buckhead Business Association, and a Member of the newly-formed Diversity and Inclusion Council of the Atlanta Hawks organization.

Joanne and her team launched a second publication this year, 17th South, covering Midtown and surrounding communities.

Topics/Questions to Discuss:

New issue of Simply Buckhead

Web Site and Social Media Links:

www.simplybuckhead.com

Twitter and Instagram @SimpplyBuckhead

Facebook – LivingWellAtl

The Buckhead Business Show Spotlights Industry Leaders in Buckhead and Atlanta! Brought to you in part by The BBA and Broadcast LIVE from the Pro Business Channel Studios.

Show Hosts:

Michael Moore, RainMaker & Chief Storyteller

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

https://twitter.com/BuckhedgeCEO

Rich Casanova, CoFounder

Pro Business Channel

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

https://twitter.com/RichCasanovaCom

Audio Engineer:

Rob Morley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-morley-795256126/

Video Production:

Steven Tyler Rubin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-tyler-rubin-005a94115/

For more info about the BBA visit:

www.BuckheadBusiness.org

To nominate or submit a guest request visit:

www.BuckheadBusinessShow.com

To view photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

OrthoNOW, spa810 and Benetrends Financial on Franchise Business Radio

Organization / Company Name:

OrthoNOW

Name / Title of Person Interviewed:

Christine Dura

Chief Development Officer

Guest BIO:

Christine E. Dura has over 25 years of quantifiable executive management and franchise related leadership experience within the US and internationally with notable franchise startups in the service, technology, retail, food, health and wellness, financial service, medical care, technology and professional services.

As a Senior Franchise Executive and Entrepreneur, Ms. Dura has been both an individual contributor and has successfully led world-class teams. Ms. Dura excels at partnering with all core business operations to significantly increase the company’s foot print, expand market share, and generate sustainable revenue and EBIT gains.

List Any Topics You Would Like to Discuss:

The OrthoNOW story

Industry trends

How to determine if the franchise candidate is a good fit

Financing

Marketing

Web Site / Social Media Links:

https://www.orthonowcare.com/franchise-orthopedic-urgent-care/

https://twitter.com/ChristineDura_

https://www.facebook.com/OrthoNOWFranchise

Company Name:

spa810 Atlantic Station

Name Person Interviewed:

Nicole Smith

Guest BIO:

About Spa Franchise Owner

Nicole D. Smith. owner of spa810 Atlantic Station, is a leader within the wellness spa industry. She was one of the first franchisees in the state of Georgia and has plans to soon expand to 3 new locations within metro Atlanta. With 20 years of comprehensive experience in various industries, Nicole has established herself as an innovative leader.

In 2016, Nicole became a full time entrepreneur, opening her spa franchise at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. She is very passionate about the spa and she plans to be the #1 location in the country. About spa810 Atlantic Station spa810 Atlantic Station invites the community to explore unlimited luxury for the mind, body and soul at their premier Atlanta med spa, conveniently located in Midtown. spa810 delivers a one-of-a-kind experience to every guest who walks through their doors. The spa offers a variety of services including stress relieving massages, signature facials, pain-free laser hair removal or HydraFacial MD treatment.

Topics to Discuss:

1. How is spa810 different from other spas in our area?

2. What made you decide to go into the franchise business for wellness services instead of produce your own?

3. What are some unique services that you offer?

4. Discuss your upcoming teacher appreciation charity event?

5. Why do you feel that this event is important?

6. What do you have planned next for your franchise company?

Web Site / Social Media Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/spa810

Facebook: @spa10atlanticstation

Twitter: @Spa810

Instagram: @spa810astation

Company Name:

BENETRENDS FINANCIAL

Name / Title of Person Interviewed:

LARRY CARNELL

VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT

Guest BIO:

CREDENTIALS & AWARDS:

•National Award Winning Entrepreneur

(Recipient of an entrepreneur of the year awarded by the National Association of Entrepreneurship)

•Fortune Magazine “TOP 100 Most Admired Company” Award winning Management Advisor and Company Trainer

•Benetrends Financial Top Revenue Producer

•National franchising “Industry Leadership Award”

•Multiple Award winning Franchise Expert, Trainer, & Lecturer,

•Instructor for Certified Professional Education (CPE) program for accountants and attorneys

•Educational Background : Accounting, Finance, Marketing

•University lecturer on successful entrepreneurship

•20+ years of combined franchising, franchise and business brokerage experience

•LinkedIn’s “Top Recommended Professional”

•Internationally certified to value businesses

•Certified instructor for the American Business Brokers Association

•Certified instructor for the International Business Brokers Association

•Certified franchise and business broker instructor and trainer

•CFE –...

OrthoNOW, spa810 and Benetrends Financial on Franchise Business Radio
Christine Dura, Chief Development Officer
OrthoNOW
Christine E. Dura has over 25 years of quantifiable executive management and franchise related leadership experience within the US and internationally with notable franchise startups in the service, technology, retail, food, health and wellness, financial service, medical care, technology and professional services.
As a Senior Franchise Executive and Entrepreneur, Ms. Dura has been both an individual contributor and has successfully led world-class teams. Ms. Dura excels at partnering with all core business operations to significantly increase the company’s foot print, expand market share, and generate sustainable revenue and EBIT gains.
Topics to Discuss:
The OrthoNOW story
Industry trends
How to determine if the franchise candidate is a good fit
Financing
Marketing
Web Site / Social Media Links:
https://www.orthonowcare.com/franchise-orthopedic-urgent-care/
https://twitter.com/ChristineDura_
https://www.facebook.com/OrthoNOWFranchise



Nicole Smith, Franchise Owner
spa810 Atlantic Station
Nicole D. Smith. owner of spa810 Atlantic Station, is a leader within the wellness spa industry. She was one of the first franchisees in the state of Georgia and has plans to soon expand to 3 new locations within metro Atlanta. With 20 years of comprehensive experience in various industries, Nicole has established herself as an innovative leader.
In 2016, Nicole became a full time entrepreneur, opening her spa franchise at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. She is very passionate about the spa and she plans to be the #1 location in the country. About spa810 Atlantic Station spa810 Atlantic Station invites the community to explore unlimited luxury for the mind, body and soul at their premier Atlanta med spa, conveniently located in Midtown. spa810 delivers a one-of-a-kind experience to every guest who walks through their doors. The spa offers a variety of services including stress relieving massages, signature facials, pain-free laser hair removal or HydraFacial MD treatment.
Topics to Discuss:
1. How is spa810 different from other spas in our area?
2. What made you decide to go into the franchise business for wellness services instead of produce your own?
3. What are some unique services that you offer?
4. Discuss your upcoming teacher appreciation charity event?
5. Why do you feel that this event is important?
6. What do you have planned next for your franchise company?
Web Site / Social Media Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/spa810
Facebook: www.facebook.com/spa810atlanticstation
Twitter:  www.twitter.com/Spa810astation
Instagram: www.instagram.com/spa810astation



LARRY CARNELL, VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT
BENETRENDS FINANCIAL
CREDENTIALS & AWARDS:
•National Award Winning Entrepreneur
(Recipient of an entrepreneur of the year awarded by the National Association of Entrepreneurship)
•Fortune Magazine “TOP 100 Most Admired Company” Award winning Management Advisor and Co...

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Ruben Aceves with Casa Herradura Interviewed on Bar Talk Radio

Ruben Aceves, Director of International Brand Development

Casa Herradura

Guest BIO:

Based in Guadalajara, Mexico, Ruben Aceves has served as the director of international brand development for Casa Herradura since 2000.

In this role, Ruben educates customers and consumers on Mexico's famous spirit and Casa Herradura's tequila portfolio through tastings, dinners, and Tequila Master Classes.

Ruben's unofficial job title also includes historian for Casa Herradura. He is well-versed in the 140-year-old history of the Hacienda of San Jose del Refugio, the homeplace of Casa Herradura, which hosts more than 60,000 visitors a year.

Ruben is a proud native of Guadalajara, Mexico, and holds an MBA degree. He is fluent in English and brings a wealth of knowledge and vast experience to the Casa Herradura team.

List Any Topics You Would Like to Discuss:

History of Tequila as a category and where it's headed in the future

History of Casa Herradura

Difference between tequila (highland/lowland), 100% Agave vs tequila

Bartender Legends Competition

Web Site / Social Media Links:

http://www.herradura.com/

https://www.facebook.com/HerraduraTequila/

https://herradura.liquor.com/

https://www.facebook.com/eljimador

About the show:

Bar Talk Radio is about Careers in the Beverage Industry, Cocktail Culture and Trends. Interviewing industry insiders and experts. Hosted by Anthony Porquez founder of Liquid Culture with over 17 years in the food and beverage industry. Current President of the United States Bartenders' Guild Atlanta Chapter.

Connect with the show host at:

www.AnthonyPorquez.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Antones10

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.j.porquez

Connect with the show sponsor at:

https://twitter.com/USBGAtlanta

www.facebook.com/usbgatlanta

www.instagram.com/usbgatlanta

To listen to recent episodes visit:

http://www.BarTalkRadio.org

To submit a guest request to be on the show visit:

www.meetme.so/BarTalkRadio

To view photos from this show, visit:

www.ProBusinessPictures.com

Ruben Aceves with Casa Herradura Interviewed on Bar Talk Radio
Ruben Aceves, Director of International Brand Development
Casa Herradura
Based in Guadalajara, Mexico, Ruben Aceves has served as the director of international brand development for Casa Herradura since 2000.
In this role, Ruben educates customers and consumers on Mexico's famous spirit and Casa Herradura's tequila portfolio through tastings, dinners, and Tequila Master Classes.
Ruben's unofficial job title also includes historian for Casa Herradura. He is well-versed in the 140-year-old history of the Hacienda of San Jose del Refugio, the homeplace of Casa Herradura, which hosts more than 60,000 visitors a year.
Ruben is a proud native of Guadalajara, Mexico, and holds an MBA degree. He is fluent in English and brings a wealth of knowledge and vast experience to the Casa Herradura team.

Topics to Discuss:
History of Tequila as a category and where it's headed in the future
History of Casa Herradura
Difference between tequila (highland/lowland), 100% Agave vs tequila
Bartender Legends Competition
Web Site / Social Media Links:
http://www.herradura.com/
https://www.facebook.com/HerraduraTequila/
https://herradura.liquor.com/
https://www.facebook.com/eljimador



About the show:
Bar Talk Radio is about Careers in the Beverage Industry, Cocktail Culture and Trends. Interviewing industry insiders and experts. Hosted by Anthony Porquez founder of Liquid Culture with over 17 years in the food and beverage industry. Current President of the United States Bartenders' Guild Atlanta Chapter.
Connect with the show host at:
www.AnthonyPorquez.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Antones10
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.j.porquez
Connect with the show sponsor at:
https://twitter.com/USBGAtlanta
www.facebook.com/usbgatlanta
www.instagram.com/usbgatlanta
To listen to recent episodes visit:
http://www.BarTalkRadio.org
To submit a guest request to be on the show visit:
www.meetme.so/BarTalkRadio
To view photos from this show, visit:
www.ProBusinessPictures.com

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