Join us for Episode 39 of Unlocking Moves to find out - the show that dives into the pivotal moments in a leader's journey that unlocked their true potential! Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. On this episode, Kurt sits down with Joel Trammell, uber-successful founder (and nine-figure exiter) of several tech companies to discuss the unique role of a CEO in an ever-changing world. Joel discusses the importance of balancing customer, shareholder, and employee expectations in creating a successful business. He explains how the skills required for Tennis and Poker helped make him a better leader, and he shares his passion for helping other CEOs learn how to be their most successful selves. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

About Joel Trammell - Joel is a serial entrepreneur and lifelong learner. He is all about building great organizations. His leadership has led to multiple successful exits and exceptional investor returns over his 30-year career. He's the owner of Texas CEO Magazine, which reaches more than 10,000 CEOs across the state, and is a pioneer in the field of CEO education and training.

About Kurt Wilkin - Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies. Special thanks to Texas Hill Country Provisions, the live host of this episode.

Join us for Episode 38 of Unlocking Moves, the show that dives into the pivotal moments in a leader's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. On this episode, Kurt has a deep conversation with former NCAA basketball coach Mark Gottfried. Coach Gottfried was the Head Basketball Coach at Murray State, Alabama, Cal State Northridge, and NC State, and compiled over 400 wins in his career. He became known as the "turnaround coach" due to his ability to take over a program in decline and make pivotal changes to get the organization back on the right track. His story has a ton of lessons that will help entrepreneurs - from networking skills to bootstrapping, from goal setting to developing the grit and desire to GET IT DONE, Mark Gottfried has done it all! You won't want to miss this conversation!

About Mark Gottfried - Mark spent a lifetime in the game of basketball, having played and coached at the highest levels. He was part of a national championship team while an assistant coach at UCLA and was a head basketball coach at Murray State, Cal State Northridge, Alabama, and NC State. Mark has been named the Conference Coach of the Year three times and has numerous wins against number-one ranked teams.

About Kurt Wilkin - Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 37 of Unlocking Moves, the show that dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. On this episode, Kurt chats with entrepreneur and leader Charles Choice, who has a phenomenal story of resilience, trusting your gut, and unlocking success through aligning with your true purpose and values. Charles is no stranger to taking leaps of faith - from leaving his JPMorganChase job to launch two startups, to reconnecting with his now-wife after a psychic intervention! His journey led him to WeWork at it's height, then a realization that he wanted to make more of an impact through his work. Charles' soul-searching led him to contemplate his "ikigai" (the intersection of what he's good at, what he loves, what the world needs, and what he can be paid for). He ultimately landed as the Director of Rob Dyrdek's Do-Or-Dier Visionary Foundation, which provides underrepresented entrepreneurs with the capital and education they need to be successful. Talk about a true purpose!

About Charles Choice - Charles is the Director of Rob Dyrdek's Do-Or-Dier Visionary Foundation, whose focuse is to provide capital and resources to underrepresented entrepreneurs, ultimately giving more people the opportunity to pursue their dreams. He started his career at JPMorganChase in 2010, before taking a leap of faith to start his own business. He gained some traction and seed money with his startup, but ultimately hit a number of roadblocks that caused him to let it go - including the challenges that atypical or underrepresented entrepreneurs face when attempting to raise capital. He also worked as the Global Expansion Lead for WeWork.

About Kurt Wilkin - Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 36 to find out! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. On this episode, Kurt chats with Ramon Ray - a force of nature and self-professed "tinkerer" who has started and successfully exited several online media companies. Ramon started out as a real-life "Side Hustle Sam" - while working for the UN General Assembly he tinkered around with tech and started several side businesses aimed at helping local small businesses. Eventually, his side hustles got him fired, but led to him finding his true purpose in "edutainment". Our conversation ranged from what makes entrepreneurs tick to how YOU can find your "Zone of Genius", and from childhood mishaps to building your personal brand. You won't want to miss this!

About Ramon Ray - Ramon is a leading expert on small business success. He inspires and educates thousands of business owners through his content, events and media interviews. He's a five-time entrepreneur, who has sold three companies. He's a best selling author and his latest and fourth book - "Celebrity CEO" - is about personal branding.

About Kurt Wilkin - Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 35 to find out! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. On this episode, Kurt chats with Allison and Stephen Ellsworth, founders of Poppi - the world's fastest growing soda brand that is better for you and tastes GREAT. From humble beginnings operating at a weekend farmer's market booth as a side gig, to open tryouts for Shark Tank, to becoming one of the fastest growing beverage companies in human history - Allison and Stephen have experienced countless ups and downs along the way. In this deep dive behind the scenes, they discuss the grit and entrepreneurial spirit required to grow a business, the process behind Shark Tank, and being "digital first" by building a community of raving fans...Oh, and they did all of this while raising a family!

About Allison and Stephen Ellsworth, Co-Founders of Poppi - Allison is the Chief Brand Officer, and Stephen is the Chief Product Officer. Poppi is a delicious, prebiotic, better-for-you soda made with clean ingredients. Struggling with a variety of health issues, Allison created Poppi after discovering the health benefits of apple cider vinegar and experimenting in her kitchen to make it taste great. She leads the Austin-based beverage company's overall brand strategy and innovation. She pioneered the brand's cultural cache and digital-first approach, attracting a loyal community and billions of views on TikTok and Instagram. Stephen leads the company's product development and innovation.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 34 to find out! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. This episode features a conversation between Kurt and Kit Rich, a fitness entrepreneur who's spent 16 years training stars like Jennifer Lawrence and Kesha, building a brand and a following along the way. Kit has built her brand by treating people with respect, making no false promises, and finding her true purpose in life: to help others with her voice. Once she unlocked that guiding principle, she learned to apply the same passion she had in her fitness entrepreneurship to her writing... and even ended up writing and directing a feature film! This episode is packed with great advice for entrepreneurs, or anyone who lacks the confidence to chase their passion! Plus, you're not going to want to miss the health tips at the end!

About Kit Rich - Kit is a celebrity trainer and fitness entrepreneur who took a huge leap of faith and became a feature film director/writer. Her feature film debut, Isabel's Garden, is currently on the international festival circuit and is garnering awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Kit's story has been featured in the International Business Times, OK Magazine, and many other publications, highlighting her unique and brave transition from successful fitness entrepreneur to filmmaker.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

How do thousands of entrepreneurial companies unlock their true potential?

Join us for Episode 33 for a deep dive into all things EOS® with Kelly Knight, the Integrator and President of EOS® Worldwide! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. This episode features a conversation between Kurt and Kelly about her journey to EOS Worldwide, the Integrator-Visionary partnership...and high-quality Mac & Cheese. As a young girl, Kelly learned that she had an execution mindset over dinners with her visionary father. But it wasn't until she took a leap, leaving behind an 18 year career in finance, that she found her true calling as an Integrator. Integrators partner with Visionary leaders - the IDEA people - to bring their visions to life and make them reality. When done right, the Visionary / Integrator partnership creates the "Rocket Fuel" needed to make entrepreneurial companies thrive!

(00:00:00) Vision Without Traction is Hallucination

(00:00:31) Welcome to Unlocking Moves – Featuring Kelly Knight

(00:01:16) A Podcast Reunion After Four Years

(00:02:12) The Famous Mac & Cheese Offer – Did Anyone Claim It?

(00:02:50) Introducing Kelly Knight – The Integrator for EOS Worldwide

(00:03:31) Revisiting the Most Viewed Podcast Episode

(00:04:08) What is EOS? Breaking Down Entrepreneurial Operating System

(00:07:31) Visionary vs. Integrator – Finding the Perfect Fit

(00:14:05) Sponsor – HireBetter: Your Strategic Talent Partner

(00:17:01) The Role of an Integrator in Business Success

(00:25:26) Struggles Visionaries Face in Managing People

(00:27:26) Why Visionaries Often Struggle with Hiring

(00:33:20) The Power of People in Business Growth

(00:36:31) Kelly’s Book – ‘People: Dare to Build an Intentional Culture’

(00:42:41) Recognizing and Addressing the "Mike" in Your Organization

(00:43:01) Unlocking Move: Leaving a 20-Year Financial Career for EOS

(00:45:02) The Visionary-Integrator Relationship – Struggles & Strengths

(00:47:27) Why Every Partnership Needs Constant Work

(00:50:00) Kurt’s Biggest Lesson Since the Last Interview

(00:51:34) The Impact of Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset

(00:49:45) Kelly’s Love for the Water – Finding Clarity in Nature

(00:52:52) Do You Wanna Know Who's Your Mike? Take the Quiz Here

About Kelly Knight - Kelly has served as EOS Worldwide’s Integrator since 2016. She credits her father for being the first person to show her how to take an idea and make it real. Prior to joining EOS®, Kelly honed her skills as an expert team-builder for more than twenty years in the financial services industry. Hard-wired to find talented people and guide them to reaching their full potential, Kelly harmonizes the major functions of EOS while driving accountability and organizational clarity. Today, Kelly’s focus is sharing EOS with the world and growing the EOS Community with people who are passionate about helping entrepreneurs get everything they want from their businesses and live their ideal lives.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 32 to find out! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. This episode features a conversation between Kurt and Trace Fowler, the founder of two media companies in Ohio. Trace talks about his journey -- leaving the “golden handcuffs” of a good job to take the entrepreneurial leap into the unknown -- trusting his gut, focusing on his passions, and finding niches that work. His two small town magazines bring real, positive coverage to Hamilton and Middleton, Ohio, while Chatterbox Sports covers high school, college, and pro sports in innovative and entertaining ways. You're going to love this episode!

About Trace Fowler – Trace is a lifelong sports enthusiast with an entrepreneurial itch. He founded two media companies – One Pride Publishing and Chatterbox Sports. One Pride Publishing is a marketing-driven organization featuring two publications, The Hamiltonian and The Middletonian, which focus on highlighting the positive happenings within those two communities and reach over 25,000 single family homes. Chatterbox Sports is dedicated to covering prep athletics through live streams with over 1 million total views; and has expanded into professional and college sports.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

What lessons can entrepreneurs learn from the world of college athletics?

Join us for Episode 31 to find out! Unlocking Moves dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. This episode features a conversation with Hunter Yurachek, the Director of Athletics for Kurt’s beloved Arkansas Razorbacks. As the leader of one of the nation’s most successful college athletics departments, Hunter is responsible for hiring great coaches and giving them the resources they need to ensure their student athletes’ success. If that doesn’t sound familiar to my entrepreneurial audience… exchange “coaches” with “leadership team” and “student athletes” with “employees”. Hunter’s career has taken him all over the country and taught him lessons about sports, administration, and life – lessons that every leader can learn from! Whether you “Woo Pig Sooie” or not, you’ll find some great advice in this episode!

About Hunter Yurachek – Hunter is in his 14th year as an Athletics Director, and his 7th year at the University of Arkansas. During the past six years, the Razorbacks have won 35 SEC Championships in 11 different sports, more than any other SEC program. They have also won 7 National Championships and finished in the Top 13 of the prestigious Learfield Directors Cup for three straight years under Yurachek’s leadership.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.

Join us for Episode 30 of Unlocking Moves, the show that dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many business leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but host Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from our stumbles and mistakes. This episode features a conversation with Loren Feldman, a business journalist-turned-entrepreneur and founder of 21 Hats. While writing for Inc., Forbes, and the New York Times, Loren recognized that entrepreneurs and small business owners need community. His 21 Hats podcast, newsletter, and mastermind sessions offer entrepreneurs the chance to network, share stories, and most importantly – build community. The conversation covers everything from his time in business journalism to his four months spent in the Dominican Republic as a coach in the Texas Rangers organization. You won’t want to miss this!

About Loren Feldman - Loren is founder and editor-in-chief of 21 Hats, an online community for business owners. He hosts the 21 Hats Podcast, a peer group conversation that has been tracking the experiences of 10 business owners for over three years. He also edits the 21 Hats Morning Report, a daily email newsletter that's been named the best newsletter for business owners by Inc magazine. Previously, he was a senior editor covering entrepreneurship at Inc, Forbes and the New York Times. He has also been editor-in-chief of Philadelphia magazine and executive editor of George magazine. He once spent four months working for the Texas Rangers baseball team as a coach at their Dominican Republic training camp.

About Kurt Wilkin – Kurt is a connector - of dots, ideas, and people. For the past 30 years, he has advised high-growth companies, starting his career with Ernst & Young, and today in his roles as chairman of HireBetter and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital. He's a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEOs build their companies.