Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Darwin Tanksley, Round Rock's 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year. From humble beginnings in Taylor, Texas, Darwin built a remarkable business in the HVAC industry, successfully acquiring 15 companies in just over a year before transitioning to business consulting through his new venture, Ascend Empowerment Group.

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Darwin shares powerful insights on business growth, leadership development, and the importance of community involvement. As someone born and raised in the area, he offers a unique perspective on Round Rock's evolution and why it continues to be an ideal place for entrepreneurs to thrive.

 

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

Join Bryan Eisenberg as he interviews Jen Henderson of Henderson Professional Engineers about her work as a civil engineer in Round Rock, Texas. Jen explains her role in designing everything outside of buildings, including parking lots, water pipes, and storm water runoff. She also discusses the permitting process in Round Rock compared to Austin, and shares her experience of moving to and starting a business in Round Rock. This episode also covers how she designs for extreme Texas weather, her favorite spots in Round Rock, and advice for starting a business.

 

Connect with Jen Henderson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenhendersonpe

Henderson Professional Engineers: https://hendersonpe.com

 

Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.

Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg in a conversation with Stephanie Tyler, a key figure in Round Rock, as they discuss the area's growth and development. They explore the Best of Round Rock Awards and its significant expansion, the mission of Round The Rock to connect the community, and how the Fire Foundation is empowering young entrepreneurs through the Children's Business Fair.

 

The Best of Round Rock Awards saw unprecedented engagement this year, with 9,000 users and over 30,000 votes. Round The Rock, originally a mom blog, now serves as a community hub connecting residents, businesses, and events. The Fire Foundation's Children's Business Fair has grown to host nearly 150 young entrepreneurs, providing them with a roadmap to start their own businesses.

 

Stephanie emphasizes the importance of community engagement and the family-friendly nature of Round Rock as contributing to the success of businesses. She also shares her involvement with the Chamber of Commerce and offers advice for new entrepreneurs. Her work is focused on building a robust community resource for everyone.

 

Stephanie Tyler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniertyler

Round The Rock: https://roundtherocktx.com

 

Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.

Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

Join Bryan Eisenberg on Rock Solid, the Round Rock Business Leaders podcast, as he sits down with Lee Linton, a seasoned entrepreneur and owner of Office Evolution Round Rock. With six successful business exits under his belt, Lee transitioned from corporate telecommunications leadership to entrepreneurship, now providing flexible workspace solutions for businesses of all sizes in the Round Rock community.

 

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Lee shares invaluable insights from his entrepreneurial journey, discusses the thriving Round Rock business ecosystem, and explains how Office Evolution serves as a launchpad for growing companies. From solo entrepreneurs to enterprise teams, discover why Round Rock continues to attract innovative businesses and how the right workspace can catalyze success.

 

Connect with Lee Linton:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-linton-b18174/

Website: https://www.officeevolution.com/locations/round-rock/

 

Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.

Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio

From church media creator to successful studio owner, Brent Pierce shares his entrepreneurial journey and vision for Round Rock Studio, a state of the art 2,800 square foot production facility in Round Rock, Texas. With over a decade of experience in video production and storytelling, Brent has created a creative hub that serves local businesses and content creators.

 

In this episode, host Bryan Eisenberg explores:

• The evolution of storytelling through podcasting and how businesses can leverage professional audio/video production to create authentic connections with their audience

• Behind the scenes of Round Rock Studio's growth from a photography space to a full-service podcast and video production facility, providing essential resources to the local business community

• The power of networking and mentorship in entrepreneurial success, with Brent sharing valuable insights from his transition from church media to studio ownership

 

Connect with Brent Pierce:

Website: http://roundrock.studio

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-edward-pierce

 

Ready to start your podcasting journey? Round Rock Studio offers professional recording spaces, equipment, and consulting services to help you get started.

Join host Bryan Eisenberg as he sits down with Bill Combes, founder of No Time for Social and former COO of AnythingWeather, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey from New York to Round Rock, Texas. Learn how Bill transformed weather data visualization for the roofing industry, leading to millions in revenue, before pivoting to create a thriving social media agency. Bill shares invaluable insights about work-life balance, the importance of listening to customers and team members, and why Round Rock's business ecosystem makes it the perfect place for entrepreneurs. Discover how his company's four core values - communication, clarity, action, and accountability - have led to exceptional client retention and success. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode offers practical wisdom for building and scaling a business in Round Rock's growing community.

 

Website: https://notimeforsocial.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billcombes/

 

Rock Solid is sponsored by Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories.

Round Rock Studio: http://roundrock.studio