Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he sits down with Stacie Feller, owner of Kanga Roof and Koala Cooling, two thriving businesses serving the Round Rock and Central Texas area. In this episode, Stacie shares her journey from corporate executive at Texas Mutual to co-building one of the largest residential roofing companies in Central Texas alongside her husband Scott.

Key topics covered include:

• The importance of choosing local contractors over storm chasers

• Scaling a husband-wife business partnership

• Breaking barriers as a woman in male-dominated trades

• Community involvement and trade school scholarships

• Leadership lessons from corporate to entrepreneurship

• Building brand recognition in the home services industry

• The low barriers to entry in roofing and why local matters

• Giving back through YMCA, Round Rock Partners in Education, and more

Learn why Stacie and Scott chose to make Round Rock their business hub and how they've built a reputation based on doing the right thing while serving their community for over two decades.

Kanga Roof: https://callkangaroof.com

Stacie Feller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staciefeller

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he sits down with Serita Lacasse, Executive Director of Senior Access, to explore the vital role of transportation and community in helping seniors age in place. In this episode, discover how a simple need for rides to doctor appointments in 1993 has evolved into a comprehensive support system serving over 1,000 seniors across Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, East Austin, and Manor.

Key Topics Covered:

• The evolution from Round Rock Caregivers to Senior Access and the many name changes along the way

• How social isolation affects senior health and why transportation is more than just getting from point A to B

• The van service that's become a family for seniors, complete with birthday songs and themed music weeks

• The comprehensive intake process and safety measures for new clients

• Why Round Rock is an ideal community for aging in place

• Volunteer opportunities and how families can get involved

• The touching stories of seniors like Gracie, the 91-year-old former baseball player• How the pandemic changed services and introduced "senior buddies"

• The client council that gives seniors a voice in programming decisions

Learn how Senior Access provides 350 rides per week, connects seniors with other community resources, and fights isolation through both transportation and social programs. Whether you're caring for aging parents, looking to volunteer, or interested in community nonprofit work, this conversation offers valuable insights into supporting our senior population.

Senior Access: www.senioraccesstx.org

Serita Lacasse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serita-lacasse-449568a

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he sits down with Karah Powell from the Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK), a remarkable nonprofit that has grown from one borrowed horse to 41 horses serving 404 clients across nine Texas counties.

Key Topics Covered:

• The inspiring origin story of ROCK, starting in 1998 with one horse and four children
• How equine-assisted services help children with disabilities like Down Syndrome and cerebral palsy gain independence
• The groundbreaking veteran program that began in 2005 with Fort Hood partnership
• Community engagement strategies for new businesses in Round Rock
• Leadership development through military service and nonprofit work
• Navigating COVID-19 challenges and maintaining fundraising success
• The importance of diversifying funding sources for nonprofit sustainability
• Building strong community partnerships with chambers of commerce and local businesses
• The waiting list process and scholarship programs for families in need
• How volunteers often receive more than they give in therapeutic programs

Discover how one woman's passion for community service has created a healing haven where horses serve as conduits for transformation, helping both special needs children and veterans find their path to independence and leadership.

Connect with ROCK:Email: [email protected]http://rockride.org

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he sits down with Karen Cerezo, a certified health coach and menopause expert who specializes in helping women over 40 navigate their health journey. In this episode, we explore the unique challenges facing the "sandwich generation," discuss why fitness needs change after 40, and discover how building community can transform your wellness journey.

Key Topics Covered:

• The evolution from fitness trainer to menopause specialist
• Why women over 40 need different workout approaches
• Building supportive, judgment-free fitness communities
• The impact of aging parents on adult children's health
• Round Rock's wellness resources and outdoor opportunities
• Creating boundaries and living authentically in midlife
• Success stories: from medication reduction to increased confidence
• The importance of social connections for mental and physical health

Karen shares insights from over 10 years of coaching experience and discusses her book "Navigating Menopause," a health journal designed to help women advocate for better medical care. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, supporting aging parents, or simply looking to build a healthier lifestyle after 40, this conversation offers practical advice and inspiration.

https://www.midlifehealthcoach.com

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Monica McKitterick-Smith of Impact Family Wellness to discuss how direct primary care is changing healthcare delivery in Central Texas. Monica explains the membership-based model that provides unlimited primary and urgent care without the constraints of insurance requirements. Key topics include the broken healthcare system, the importance of doctor-patient relationships, affordability for small businesses, and the advantages of the direct primary care model over traditional healthcare. Monica also shares her journey building a successful practice through community networking and chamber of commerce involvement, growing from one small office to three locations serving over 2,000 members.

Monica's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicamckitterickRock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Jonas Acevedo, founder of Infinite Fitness. Jonas shares why he chose Round Rock for his new location and his unique business model focused exclusively on adults 40+. They discuss the importance of functional fitness for aging adults, the benefits of small group training, and how Infinite Fitness creates a non-intimidating environment for clients at any fitness level.

Key topics include:

• Why Infinite Fitness caps membership at 150 clients per location
• The importance of functional training vs traditional gym workouts
• How proper strength training improves quality of life as we age
• Jonas's journey from training athletes to specializing in 40+ fitness
• The personalized approach to client onboarding and training
• Serving the Hispanic community with bilingual training options
• Success stories from older adults regaining mobility and confidence

Visit http://infinitefitnessaustin.com

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg chats with YJ Lin, Senior Program Manager at Dell Startups. YJ shares his journey of winning Volunteer of the Year from the Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce and his passion for community building.

Key topics include:

• Dell's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and startups

• Building collaborative ecosystems between corporations and startups

• The growth of Round Rock's entrepreneurship initiatives

• How corporations and startups can learn from each other

• Creating sustainable community programs with business impact

• YJ's work bringing together Asian professionals across multiple corporations

• The importance of storytelling and arts in resilient communities

• YJ's vision for teaching and creating playbooks for community building

Learn more at https://www.dell.com/en-us/lp/dell-for-startups

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Selicia Sanchez-Adame , a second-generation Round Rock entrepreneur and 2025 board chair of the Round Rock Chamber. Selicia shares her journey from starting Think Group, a market research firm serving Fortune 500 clients, at just 26 years old to becoming a community leader.

Key topics include:

• The impact of Round Rock ISD education on local entrepreneurship
• Challenges faced as a Latina business owner and how she overcame them
• Resources available through the Round Rock Chamber for entrepreneurs
• The Chamber's ambitious goal to reach 1,000 members
• The importance of skilled trades education for workforce development
• The influence of her mother's cultural leadership through Ballet Folklorico
• The collaborative spirit that makes Round Rock unique for business
• Future vision for Round Rock's growth through university partnerships

Learn more at https://thinkgroupaustin.com

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Dr. Mark Malone to celebrate Advanced Pain Care's 23rd anniversary. Dr. Malone shares how Advanced Pain Care has grown to become the second largest pain clinic in the United States with 20 locations statewide.

They discuss the multi-disciplinary approach to pain management, featuring specialists in pain management, neurosurgery, rheumatology, orthopedics, pharmacology, psychology, and physical therapy.

Dr. Malone also shares his personal journey with chronic pain following a back injury in 2008, and how spinal stimulation technology changed his life. Other topics include the challenges of treating chronic pain, the connection between pain and mental health, and why Round Rock was the perfect location for their flagship center.

Visit their website at https://austinpaindoctor.com

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.

In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Diana Lindsey from Backpack Friend and Nutrition for Life to discuss her journey from Georgetown rival to Round Rock champion. Diana shares the inspiring origin story of Backpack Friend, which has now provided over 170,000 weekend meals to children in need. Key topics include how the Round Rock Chamber helped Diana build crucial community connections, the $831 miracle that launched Backpack Friend as a nonprofit, upcoming fundraising events including the Heroes Against Hunger Charity Scramble, and what makes Round Rock's leadership and community spirit so special.

Learn how just $5 can feed a child for the weekend and discover the multiple ways you can get involved as a volunteer, sponsor, or donor to make a difference in fighting childhood hunger in our community.

For more information, visit: https://www.backpackfriends.com

Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.

Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.

Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.