Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast

Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast

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Rock Solid: Round Rock Business Leaders Podcast episodes

  • 15. Monica Ballard | Wizard of Ads: The Art of Storytelling in Business

    Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Monica Ballard, a creative powerhouse in advertising, writing, and performance. Monica shares insights on finding authentic business stories, her work as a Wizard of Ads partner, and her creative process. Key topics include content marketing, story development for businesses, the importance of research in ghost tours, how relationship-building trumps transactional marketing, and her multi-faceted career spanning books, theater, ghost tours, and podcasting. Monica also discusses her love for Williamson County and exciting developments in Hutto, Texas.

     

     

     

    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.

    25 min
  • 15. Monica Ballard | Wizard of Ads: The Art of Storytelling in Business

    Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Monica Ballard, a creative powerhouse in advertising, writing, and performance. Monica shares insights on finding authentic business stories, her work as a Wizard of Ads partner, and her creative process. Key topics include content marketing, story development for businesses, the importance of research in ghost tours, how relationship-building trumps transactional marketing, and her multi-faceted career spanning books, theater, ghost tours, and podcasting. Monica also discusses her love for Williamson County and exciting developments in Hutto, Texas.

     

    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.

    25 min
  • 14. Adriana Nunez-Young | Round Rock Chamber: Building a Thriving Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
    In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Adriana Nunez-Young from the Round Rock Chamber to discuss the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Round Rock. Adriana shares insights about the various programs she manages, including 1 Million Cups, SparkCC, the Entrepreneurship Council, and Business Leader Series. They explore the upcoming Round Rock Startup Day and Pitch Competition featuring notable judges like Hugh Forrest of South by Southwest and Kevin Koym.
     
    Key topics include the evolution of entrepreneurship initiatives in Round Rock, the diverse mix of startups across industries, the importance of storytelling for entrepreneurs, and how Round Rock's supportive community environment helps businesses thrive.
     
    https://roundrockchamber.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.
    21 min
  • 13. Children's Business Fair | Round Rock: Young Entrepreneurs Share Their Business Journeys
    In this special episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg interviews four young entrepreneurs who are presenting at the upcoming Children's Business Fair in Round Rock on April 12th. Grace and Linnae share their experiences from previous business fairs, including lessons learned about product naming, customer interests, and business evolution. Grace discusses her transition from selling donuts to creating slime products, while Linnae explains how he evolved from selling decorated rocks to creating functional art pieces. First-time participants Kate and Emeric also join the conversation, with Kate showcasing her Harry Potter-themed edibles and Emeric explaining her unique shaped crayons business that recycles used crayons into creative shapes.
     
    Key topics include:
    • Product development and evolution
    • Understanding customer needs
    • Marketing and booth presentation
    • Business naming best practices
    • Recycling and sustainability in business
    • Unique selling propositions for young entrepreneurs
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      More info about the Children's Business Fair: https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/roundrock
       
      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.
      24 min
    • 12. Keith Goode | SEO Expert: The Evolution of Search & What It Means for Round Rock Businesses
      In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Keith Goode, a leading SEO expert with over 20 years of experience who has called Round Rock home for two decades. Keith shares his journey from the early days of search engine optimization when keyword stuffing was common practice, to today's sophisticated AI-driven search landscape.
       
      Key topics include:
      • Keith's background and what brought him to Round Rock over 20 years ago
      • The evolution of search from the "wild west" days to Google's dominance
      • How AI is transforming search and what it means for local businesses
      • The challenges business owners face with their digital presence
      • The impact of recent developments like DeepSeek and AI agents
      • The importance of knowing which "game" you're playing in digital marketing
      • Hidden gems and favorite spots in Round Rock
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        Keith Goode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithlgoode
         
        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.
        26 min
      • 11. Deana Cavanaugh | Ascension Seton Foundation: Building Community Through Giving Back
        In this episode of Rock Solid, Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Deana Cavanaugh, Director of Development at Ascension Seton Foundation. Deana shares her journey from government contracting and construction to her current role in philanthropy, where she raises funds to bridge the gap between hospital budgets and community healthcare needs.
         
        Key topics include:
        • Deana's career transition from construction to philanthropy
        • The mission of Ascension Seton Foundation and how donations directly impact the community
        • The importance of building long-term relationships in fundraising
        • Deana's extensive community involvement with organizations like Chaparral Women's Club and the Round Rock Chamber
        • The unique community culture in Round Rock that supports diversity and mutual success
        • Personal transformation through commitment and discipline
        • Leadership development programs in Round Rock
        • Balancing family life with community service and career
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          Learn more about Ascension Seton Foundation at https://ascensiontexasfoundations.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.
          23 min
        • 10. Ken Moench | Moench Method Bodywork: Solving Decades of Pain in One Session
          Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Ken Moench, founder of Moench Method Bodywork, celebrating 25 years of transforming lives through revolutionary bodywork therapy. Ken explains how his unique approach combines deep tissue myofascial release and trigger point therapy with movement to eliminate pain in just 2 to 3 visits on average.
           
          Key topics include:
          • The science behind the Moench Method and why it works so effectively
          • How pre-birth posture affects adult pain and movement patterns
          • Why professional athletes from around the world seek out Ken Moench's expertise
          • Preventing unnecessary surgeries by addressing root causes
          • Ken's work with everyone from infants to 97-year-olds (and even dogs!)
          • The importance of proper sleep posture, standing posture, and movement mechanics
          • How tight hip flexors cause shoulder and elbow problems in athletes
          • Ken's journey building a business and raising a family in Round Rock
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            For more information or to book a free 30-minute consultation, visit www.moenchmethodbodywork.com
             
            This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
            34 min
          • 9. Will Williams | Share the Will Foundation: The Healing Power of Giving Back After Military Service
            In this inspiring episode of the Rock Solid podcast, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Will Williams, founder of Share the Will Foundation. Will shares his remarkable journey from foster care to a 26-year military career, including his time as a First Sergeant and in the 82nd Airborne and Second Ranger Battalion.
            Key topics include:
            • Will's adoption at age 13 and transition into military life
            • His extensive community service through the Share the Will Foundation
            • Supporting veterans facing PTSD and depression
            • Organizing community events like the July 4th Parade and Field of Honor
            • How Round Rock's welcoming community helped heal his PTSD
            • The foundation's impact during holidays, distributing nearly 4,000 meals and gifts
            • His passion for helping foster children overcome challenges
            • The power of finding your unique talents and using them to serve others
            • Building a volunteer organization of over 200 regular participants
            • Creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities to contribute
              • Listen as Will shares heartwarming stories of reunion, community support, and the healing journey that led him to become one of Round Rock's most beloved community leaders.
               
              Share The Will: https://sharethewill.org
               
              This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
              30 min
            • 8. Nicole Thompson | From Entrepreneur to Chamber Leader: The Power of Showing Up
              Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Nicole Thompson, Director of Membership at the Round Rock Chamber. With experience as a former business owner who started a concrete company with her husband in the area, Nicole brings a unique perspective on entrepreneurship and the value of community connections. Now helping other business owners tap into the chamber's resources, she shares insights on Round Rock's distinctive business ecosystem and why consistent engagement is the key to success.
               
              Key Topics:
               
              • The transition from entrepreneur to chamber leadership
              • How Round Rock Chamber differs from other chambers with its welcoming, non-cliquish culture
              • The chamber's dual role in business networking and economic development
              • Why entrepreneurs often fail to fully utilize chamber resources
              • Round Rock's geographic and economic advantages for business owners
              • The emerging AI business sector in Round Rock and its importance for all entrepreneurs
               
              Nicole shares powerful insights on the value of "showing up" consistently to networking events, the importance of designating someone in your organization to build community connections, and how Round Rock maintains its small-town feel despite rapid growth. As both a former business owner and current chamber leader, she offers a unique perspective on why Round Rock continues to attract entrepreneurs and how the chamber serves as the connective tissue of the business community.
               
              #RoundRockBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking #ChamberMembership #TexasBusiness #StartupAdvice
               
              This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
              23 min
            • 7. Leasa Neaves | From Dell Leadership to Empowering Women: Building Business Success in Round Rock
              Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Leasa Neaves, former Dell executive turned leadership coach. After 23+ years at Dell in various leadership positions, Leasa now focuses on empowering women leaders in the tech industry through her coaching and community initiatives, including the Impact Alliance network.
               
              Key Topics:
              • Transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship
              • The value of diversity of thinking in business teams
              • Women's leadership development in male-dominated tech industries
              • Finding your career "North Star" for professional growth
              • Work-life balance in today's business environment
              • The supportive entrepreneurial community in Round Rock
              • Round Rock's appeal as both a business hub and family-friendly community
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                Leasa shares valuable insights on leadership development, the importance of authentic connection, and how Round Rock's welcoming business ecosystem provides unique opportunities for entrepreneurs. Her passion for helping women advance in their careers offers inspiration for leaders at all levels.
                 
                Connect with Lisa Neaves
                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leasaneaves
                 
                This episode of Rock Solid is proudly sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with the Round Rock community.
                 
                Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio
                23 min

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              Join host Bryan Eisenberg for candid conversations with Round Rock’s most dynamic entrepreneurs and business leaders. Each week, in bite-sized 20-minute episodes, successful local business owners…