Aggie Growth Hacks Season 6 &#8211; Chris Hunter

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Season 7 Episode 2 – Enduring Long Sales Cycles Through Determination with Doug Groves

Chris Hunter — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:45:28 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Today’s guest is the force behind Program Insurance Group and EZ CERT Management, Doug Groves ‘82. Doug speaks on the evolution of his business, the attitude needed to endure long sales cycles, and asking other business leaders about their business. To connect with Doug and Program Insurance Group, visit their website here: https://www.pigbcs.com/.

About

Doug Groves is the force behind Program Insurance Group and its affiliate EZ CERT Management. Doug has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry. With his multi- faceted background as an Area Developer for multiple franchises, Doug brings the expertise of the franchise industry to Program Insurance and Certificate Management Services. He maintains ownership in three insurance agencies and continues to do franchise development.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 01:21] Intro
[01:22 – 06:08] The Evolution of Program Insurance Group
[06:09 – 09:49] Solidifying Determination
[09:50 – 13:38] Overcoming Long Sales Cycles
[13:39 – 19:35] Teaching New Producers
[19:36 – 22:13] BHAG
[22:17 – 27:20] Lightning Round
[27:21 – 28:39] Connect with Doug
[28:40 – 32:21] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[32:22 – 33:22] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://www.pigbcs.com/

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Season 6 Episode 8 – Stewardship, Alignment of Interests, Speed and Simplicity with Nathan Vajdos

Chris Hunter — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 14:29:15 +0000

Howdy, Ags! In today’s electric episode, we are speaking with Nathan Vajdos ‘98 from Regis Energy Partners! Tune in as Nathan expands on how Regis Energy has navigated through explosive growth, focusing on speed and simplicity, and the window of opportunity. For more information, check out Regis Energy Partners’ website. Thank you for joining us!

About

Regis Energy Partners is an independent battery energy storage system (BESS) developer for grid-scale projects in the Texas ERCOT territory.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 01:14] Intro
[01:15 – 02:21] The Student Body Common Bond
[02:22 – 03:23] The Spotlight from Winter Storm Uri
[03:24 – 08:38] Supporting ERCOT
[08:44- 10:27] Focusing On Dependable Items & Standardized Designs
[10:28 – 15:22] Development and Capital Strategy
[15:23 – 18:50] Successful Company Values
[18:51 – 22:32] BHAG
[22:35 – 26:57] Lightning Round
[26:58 – 28:27] Connect w/ Nathan
[28:28 – 31:22] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[31:23 – 32:34] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://regis-energy.com/

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Season 6 Episode 7 – Sustainability and Innovation with Zanbria Asante

Chris Hunter — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Join us today as we speak with our guest, Zanbria Asante ‘18! Listen along as Zanbria expresses her joy and passion to bring innovation to the braided hair community. Zanbria also details her path to entrepreneurship and where she hopes to take Swella. Check out Swella for more information! Thank you for tuning in!

About https://www.swellabeauty.com/

Swella stems from the source of many amazing things in life: Black Women. Two Black Women who valued their time so much they sought to save it.

Meet Swella – she embodies a maturity and warmth that nourishes us when we need it most. She restores our balance and removes any expectations of us. She creates space for us to “just be.” And like all great Big Sisters she’s non-judgmental and protective.

Protective of her community, protective of your hair health, and protective of who she serves. She can’t wait to love on you.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 01:20] Intro
[01:21 – 02:07] Friends, Torchy’s, Freedom
[02:08 – 04:37] Unconventional Entrepreneurship
[04:38 – 06:41] Enhancing Artistic Expression
[06:42- 07:54] Technological Advancement
[07:55 – 09:32] Important Values
[09:33 – 11:33] Customer Reception
[11:34 – 12:43] Tripling Stylists
[12:44 – 14:33] BHAG
[14:37 – 17:09] Lightning Round
[17:10 – 18:16] Connect w/ Zanbria & Visit Swella
[18:17 – 21:04] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[21:05 – 22:26] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://www.swellabeauty.com/

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Season 6 Episode 6 – Share Your Light, Integrity, Servants Heart with Tina Breckenfeld

Chris Hunter — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Today we are joined by Tina Breckenfeld ‘95. Tina details the beginnings of Building Burro, how they have found their business growth, and how she has overcome her biggest challenges. Check out Building Burro for more information! Thank you for tuning in!

About Building Burro

At Building Burro, our goal is to empower business owners to make informed decisions about their facilities’ needs. Let us help improve the way you manage, maintain, and invest in your facilities while leveraging the latest preventative maintenance tools to reduce asset failures.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 00:49] Intro
[00:50 – 02:09] The Unity and Friendliness of A&M
[02:10 – 05:13] The Idea Behind Building Burro
[05:14 – 06:43] Helping Hundreds, If Not Thousands
[06:44- 07:56] How Tina Integrates w/ Leadership Teams
[07:57 – 10:12] Company Values
[10:13 – 11:46] Business Acceleration
[11:47 – 13:55] Overcoming Biggest Challenge
[13:56 – 15:51] BHAG
[15:55 – 22:42] Lightning Round
[22:43 – 23:59] How to Connect & Support Tina
[24:00 – 26:52] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[26:53 – 28:14] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://buildingburro.com/

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Season 6 Episode 5 – How Connections Can Help Texas Business with Dave Quinn

Chris Hunter — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Join us for today’s episode as we speak with Dave Quinn ‘97. Dave shares his drive for building businesses and communities, and how you can too. Check out Day 1 Experts for more information! Thank you for tuning in!

About Day 1 Experts

Day One brings together a collection of the country’s best-known Public-Private interaction specialists and their top supporting service vendors to drive higher ROI for our clients. By leveraging the experience and knowledge of our seasoned professionals, Day One Experts provide higher-level results at a fraction of the cost.

In addition to our economic development services, Day One Experts help private companies with strategic business planning, capital positioning, investor relations, site location, land development, construction, financing, economic incentives, city negotiations, and other strategic advice as needed by the client. Day One Experts leverage their wide network of private investors to help build the necessary capital stack to fully fund development projects.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 00:44] Intro
[00:45 – 03:07] The Best Naps on Campus
[03:08 – 09:37] Day 1 Experts: Origin Story
[09:38 – 13:03] Sweet Spot
[13:04 – 19:25] Gone To Texas Podcast
[19:26 – 22:03] BHAG
[22:07 – 24:36] Lightning Round
[24:37 – 25:48] Connect w/ Dave
[25:49 – 27:57] Thoughts from Greg and Chris
[27:58 – 29:12] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://d1experts.com/

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Season 6 Episode 4 – Driving Digital Transformation Through Passion and Experience with Ernest Cunningham

Chris Hunter — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Today’s episode is an exciting one as we are joined by Ernest Cunningham ‘93! Listen on while Ernest describes his journey with serial entrepreneurship, his love for innovation, and trusting your gut. What will Ernest and Globalgig innovate next? Thank you for tuning into today’s episode!

About Globalgig

Globalgig delivers hyperconnectivity for enterprise offices and mobile employees worldwide. Utilizing technologies such as SD-WAN, wireless, UCaaS, and managed network services, Globalgig designs innovative solutions that simplify complex networking and deliver results. Globalgig is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with offices across the U.S., and in the U.K., France, the Netherlands, and Australia. To learn more, visit www.globalgig.com.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 00:54] Intro
[00:55 – 02:26] The Spirit of Aggieland
[02:27 – 04:11] Jumping on Opportunities in Technology
[04:12 – 05:06] Working With Innovators
[05:07 – 10:08] New Software & Sales Team
[10:09 – 11:20] BHAG
[11:24 – 13:25] Lightning Round
[13:26 – 13:59] Where to Reach Ernest & Globalgig
[14:00 – 17:07] Thoughts from Greg and Chris
[17:08 – 18:24] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://globalgig.com/

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Season 6 Episode 3 – Professional, Caring, Stewardship with Kyle McCaw

Chris Hunter — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! In today’s episode, we are joined by Kyle McCaw ‘2000! Kyle shares his natural transition into entrepreneurship, how he has been able to focus on smart growth, and how he has been able to give back to his community. Be sure to check out McCaw Property Management for your property needs! Thank you for tuning in with us. See y’all in the next episode!

About McCaw Property Management

McCaw Property Management is a full-service Real Estate Asset Management Company that provides professional Property Management and Real Estate Brokerage Services.

Timestamps:

[00:00 – 00:54] Intro
[00:55 – 02:15] Game Day Weekend Excitement
[02:16 – 04:34] The Evolution of McCaw Property Management
[04:35 – 09:18] Smart Growth
[09:19 – 11:11] The Aggie Network
[11:12 – 12:59] Stewardship
[13:00 – 16:53] BHAG
[16:57 – 20:49] Lightning Round
[20:50 – 22:19] Contact Kyle & McCaw Property Management
[22:20 – 25:06] Biggest Takeaways
[25:07 – 26:19] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://mccawpropertymanagement.com/

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Season 6 Episode 2 – Spread Joy, Authenticity, Excellence, and Innovation with Jessica Armstrong & Melanie Moore

Chris Hunter — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 14:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Tune in for this episode as we are joined by Jessica Armstrong ‘07 and Melanie Moore ‘13 from Armstrong Properties and as we celebrate their back-to-back Aggie100 wins! Listen along as they share their superpowers in sisterhood, how it has brought them success, and how they stay true to themselves.

About Armstrong Properties:

The Armstrong Properties Team has been serving Central Texas for more than a decade. This is more than our market. This is our home.

Armstrong Properties has a unified commitment to integrity and authenticity as a full-service solution – we are proud to shake hands and share names with our clients. Our in-house operations team and innovative marketing strategies provide excellence in order to achieve goals. Our agents live and work in Central Texas which gives us an upper hand on the pulse of trends and changes in our region. We Live the Life We Sell.

Whether you are looking for brokerage services, investment, or development opportunities, together, we strive daily to fulfill our mission of creating the best real estate experience to become our client’s most valuable asset. Live the Life You’ve Imagined.

TimeStamps:

[00:00 – 01:17] Intro
[01:18 – 02:54] Building Lifetime Connections
[02:55 – 05:59] An Entrepreneur’s Journey
[06:00 – 09:17] Sisters In Business
[09:18 – 13:24] Business Core Values Defined
[13:25 – 15:12] 10-Year Anniversary!
[15:13 – 18:27] Armstrong Properties’ Tipping Point
[18:28 – 19:20] BHAG
[19:23 – 25:16] Lightning Round
[25:17 – 26:13] Where to Reach Jessica & Melanie
[26:14 – 31:32] Final Takeaways
[31:33 – 32:06] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://www.armstrongpropertiestx.com

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Season 6 Episode 1 – Integrity, Relational, Technology/ People/ Procedures with Jeff Markim and Daniel Totah

Chris Hunter — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:29:14 +0000

Howdy, Ags! Season six starts off with a bang as we are joined with the fastest-growing Aggie entrepreneurs in 2022 and #1 on the Aggie100 list, Jeff Markim ‘12 and Daniel Totah ‘06! Listen along as they describe the beginnings of LeasePoint, the risky strategy that paid off, how they have been able to scale, and much more.

About LeasePoint Funding Group:

LeasePoint is a single-point solution for funding capital equipment – a one-stop-shop for equipment finance. With a diverse group of funding sources, LeasePoint has the flexibility to work with a wide range of credits including unique clients that fall outside the rigorous standards of conventional financing.

Timestamps:

[00:05 – 01:09] Intro
[01:10 – 01:53] Aggie100 Win
[01:54 – 03:13] College Fond Memories
[03:14 – 04:22] The Start of LeasePoint
[04:23 – 05:47] The Future of Banking
[05:48 – 08:41] How They Live Out Their Values
[08:42 – 11:25] What Does It Take To Be #1 In The Aggie100?
[11:26 – 12:39] The Tipping Point
[12:40 – 14:36] What Has It Looked Like To Scale?
[14:37 – 16:10] What Did LeasePoint Fund Last Quarter?
[16:11 – 17:19] BHAG
[17:23 – 22:52] Lightning Round
[22:53 – 24:10] Contact, Support, Opportunities
[24:11 – 28:02] Biggest Takeaways
[28:03 – 29:38] Outro

Resources:

Website: https://www.leasepointfg.com/

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