Local business chambers are important facets of any thriving community. On today’s episode of The Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Steve Dorough, President and chief executive officer of First Community Development and founding member of the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Steve has years of experience working with nonprofit organizations to help them with developing their dreams and helping them transform their plans into reality. Together Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and Dorough discuss the value that local chambers bring to business owners and the entire community.

What Can Businesses Gain from A Chamber Membership

One aspect of real estate that is supercritical to business owners is leasing. Here to talk about the ins and outs of leasing is Mario Mireles, Principal of CLR Real Estate Management. Mario has years of experience working with landlords, tenants, negotiating, and creating leases that are win-wins for both sides. On this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini and Mario discuss tips for working with commercial leases, what to look out for in the fine print, and much more.

How to negotiate and what to look for before signing a retail or commercial lease

How to negotiate and what to look for before signing a retail or commercial lease.

What does it take to be an entrepreneur? Tony Hill, Founder and Chairman of Preschool Solutions Inc. who, with his wife, have developed, own, and operate Goddard School Franchises in metro Atlanta talks about taking that huge leap into entrepreneurship and what it takes. Listen in as Hill and hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini discuss getting into a business as well as the importance of wellness for you, your family, and your community. Hill shares interesting insights on planning before starting a business.

Taking the Leap into Entrepreneurship With Tony Hill

On this special episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Mark Collier, business consultant and faculty member with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center. What is affectionately called the SBDC, is a great resource to the small business community. Listen in to this episode to learn more about the SBDC and just how this asset can help you build your business.

3 Things and More that Small Business Owners Should Focus on in 2022

Sounds easy. Buy a franchise and you'll be trained and off you go. There's more to it than that. Cliff Bramble, founder of Hungry Hospitality, restauranteur, author of several books including, the Business Side of Restaurants, and found of Coursini - an online restaurant industry academy - shares his inside knowledge about what it takes to run a franchise.

How to be Successful Running a Restaurant Franchise, A talk with Cliff Bramble

On today’s episode of The Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Georgia Commissioner of Labor, Mark Butler. The Department of Labor's mission is to work with both public and private partners in building the workforce system that contributes to Georgia's economic prosperity. Listen in to hear our hosts discuss what's happening in the labor market here in Georgia, some of the trends that we see going forward, and some of the resources that are available for small and large business owners in finding great talent to help their businesses and organizations prosper.

Georgia's Labor Market and Resources to Help Companies Face Current Challenges

Firewood may not be the first thing you think of when talking about new and exciting business ventures. But Leroy Hite, founder, and CEO of Cutting Edge Firewood saw this industry as an interesting and challenging way to provide quality service and products to customers. Join Karl and Rico as they talk with Leroy about his experience growing and maintaining a high level of service quality in the business.of artisanal firewood.

Finding growth and success in artisanal firewood, through mistakes, testing and creating core values

Health Insurance, for small business owners as well as individuals, can be difficult to navigate. There are tons of options in the market and outside of it, so where do you start? Our guest on this episode of the Capitalist Sage, is Erica Dumpel, founder of CDA, Inc., an insurance solution provider that helps both individuals and small businesses. She's got over 40 years of experience in the healthcare insurance industry and she's here to share some tips and information on how to make better decisions and start asking the right questions of your insurance providers.

Learn how to maximize company health benefits while minimizing cost

Partnership Gwinnett is the economic development initiative behind some of the most exciting business ventures that have started or relocated to Peachtree Corners. Brian Dorelus, project manager with Partnership Gwinnett, is our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage. Join Karl, Rico, and Brian, as they discuss what exactly Partnership Gwinnett is and does for business in our community.

Gwinnett Partnership, It's Influence, What Trends they See, and Resources to Empower Businesses

The Capitalist Sage is a twice a month podcast that seeks out entrepreneurs and business experts, that speak to the real world life of doing business, for their sage advice.Our audience is future, present, and past small business owners. Our mission is to provide “sage” advice to small business owners from other business owners and business subject matters experts. We aim to inspire business owners to explore traditional and new ideas to improve their business.Your podcast hosts are Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini

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The Capitalist Sage is a twice a month podcast that seeks out entrepreneurs and business experts, that speak to the real world life of doing business, for their sage advice. Our audience is future, present, and past small business owners. Our mission is to provide “sage” advice to small business owners from other business owners and business subject matters experts. We aim to inspire business owners to explore traditional and new ideas to improve their business. Your podcast hosts are Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini

Capitalist Sage

Micole and Musa Hasan from Bread &amp; Butter Farms join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give their sage advice on the business of Organic Farming. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia Thanks to Paul Duke STEM High School student Quinn Watch for handling the director studio work behind the camera.For more information please visit http://www.breadandbutterfarms.com/

Micole and Musa Hasan from Bread &amp; Butter Farms join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give their sage advice on the business of Organic Farming. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia Thanks to Paul Duke STEM High School student Quinn Watch for handling the director studio work behind the camera. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.breadandbutterfarms.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.breadandbutterfarms.com/</a>

Capitalist Sage : The Business Of Organic Farming

Lentz Pean of Food Trucks Unlimited and Grubbin' Out ATL joined co-hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give his sage advice on mobile food events and the food truck industry.Lentz Pean is from Boston, Mass and is no stranger to business. In fact, he started running his family corner store at the age of ten. He went from Computer science major to school teacher, to police officer, then an entrepreneur. Currently, he owns Food Trucks Unlimited, a food truck fabrication company, Grubbin' Out, a local metro Atlanta Food Truck and is the Founder and a partner of My Kitchen, a local catering company.GRUBBIN’ OUTFrom food truck burgers on the go to corporate events and on-location catering, we’ve got all the ingredients to make Grubbin’ Out one of the best in the city. We also use only the freshest ingredients from local sources to bring incredibly good food and reasonable prices right to your door. https://grubbinout.com/https://www.facebook.com/GrubbinOutFOOD TRUCKS UNLIMITEDFully customized food trucks, mechanical repairs, equipment upgrades, parts, and installation. https://www.foodtrucksunlimited.com/https://www.facebook.com/pg/foodtruck...Visit http://livinginpeachtreecorners.com for more local news and podcasts.

Lentz Pean of Food Trucks Unlimited and Grubbin' Out ATL joined co-hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give his sage advice on mobile food events and the food truck industry. Lentz Pean is from Boston, Mass and is no stranger to business. In fact, he started running his family corner store at the age of ten. He went from Computer science major to school teacher, to police officer, then an entrepreneur. Currently, he owns Food Trucks Unlimited, a food truck fabrication company, Grubbin' Out, a local metro Atlanta Food Truck and is the Founder and a partner of My Kitchen, a local catering company. GRUBBIN’ OUT From food truck burgers on the go to corporate events and on-location catering, we’ve got all the ingredients to make Grubbin’ Out one of the best in the city. We also use only the freshest ingredients from local sources to bring incredibly good food and reasonable prices right to your door. <a href="https://grubbinout.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://grubbinout.com/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GrubbinOut" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GrubbinOut</a> FOOD TRUCKS UNLIMITED Fully customized food trucks, mechanical repairs, equipment upgrades, parts, and installation. <a href="https://www.foodtrucksunlimited.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.foodtrucksunlimited.com/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/foodtruck.." rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pg/foodtruck..</a>. Visit <a href="http://livinginpeachtreecorners.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://livinginpeachtreecorners.com</a> for more local news and podcasts.

Capitalist Sage : Entrepreneurs Creating Mobile Food Events

Shivani Desai and Jace Summers from @Taste of Gwinnett discuss how the business of fundraising works at the high school level, with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded from Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia

The Business of Doing a Charity Event While in High School

Glenn Kruse joins Capitalist Sage hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give sage advice on the top three mistakes people make when starting their business. Kruse is Area Director at UGA Small Business Development Center at Gwinnett.The UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University is a public service unit that provides consulting and training to people trying to start their own business, and for small businesses development for those that are already operational. We are a part of the Robinson College of Business and one of 17 Georgia SBDC Network locations.Our professional business consultants have a combination of advanced education and “real-world” experience. We provide free, confidential consulting to established and emerging businesses on a variety of subjects including business plans, marketing strategies, financial analysis, management structure, access to capital, social media, and much more. The UGA SBDC at GSU presents a number of continuing education classes and special programs.For more information visit https://www.georgiasbdc.org/For more podcasts from Capital Sage visit https://www.spreaker.com/show/capitalistsage

Glenn Kruse joins Capitalist Sage hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give sage advice on the top three mistakes people make when starting their business. Kruse is Area Director at UGA Small Business Development Center at Gwinnett. The UGA Small Business Development Center at Georgia State University is a public service unit that provides consulting and training to people trying to start their own business, and for small businesses development for those that are already operational. We are a part of the Robinson College of Business and one of 17 Georgia SBDC Network locations. Our professional business consultants have a combination of advanced education and “real-world” experience. We provide free, confidential consulting to established and emerging businesses on a variety of subjects including business plans, marketing strategies, financial analysis, management structure, access to capital, social media, and much more. The UGA SBDC at GSU presents a number of continuing education classes and special programs. For more information visit <a href="https://www.georgiasbdc.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.georgiasbdc.org/</a> For more podcasts from Capital Sage visit <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/capitalistsage" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/capitalistsage</a>

Capitalist Sage: Top Three Mistakes People Make When Starting Their Business

Entrepreneur Todd Wahl joins Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini to give his sage advice on embracing technology and getting IT to work for you. Our podcast Capitalist Sage is recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Thanks to Norcross High School's student Annie Fogle for handling our camera direction for our Facebook Live.

Capitalist Sage: Stop fighting technology, embrace it for your business

Carolyn Bourdeaux

Summary:  On this special episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini sit down with Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux, who is running for Congress in Georgia’s 7th District. Join them as Carolyn shares her views on healthcare, education, immigration and much more.  Resources:  Website: https://www.carolyn4congress.com

Summary: On this special episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini sit down with Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux, who is running for Congress in Georgia’s 7th District. Join them as Carolyn shares her views on healthcare, education, immigration and much more. Resources: Website: <a href="https://www.carolyn4congress.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.carolyn4congress.com</a>

Capitalist Sage: Carolyn Bourdeaux Talks About Her Run for Congress District 7

Are you missing something in your business marketing plan? Trent Phillips, CEO and founder of Bizography is here with great tips and advice for your digital marketing plan. Join Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and Trent as they discuss the best tactics for your business.Resources:Website: bizography.com

Are you missing something in your business marketing plan? Trent Phillips, CEO and founder of Bizography is here with great tips and advice for your digital marketing plan. Join Karl Barham, Rico Figliolini, and Trent as they discuss the best tactics for your business. Resources: Website: <a href="http://bizography.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bizography.com</a>

Why Digital Marketing is a Must in Every Small Business

Business banking and funding your business can be intimidating. Luckily we have the help of business banking expert Anita Davis - Chief Funding Matchmaker, sharing her sage advise on how to access capital and fund your business growth through SBA and alternative loans. Join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on the latest episode.Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Resources: Phone: (770) 365-0858 Website: Praxstra.com Linkedin: Anita Davis

Business banking and funding your business can be intimidating. Luckily we have the help of business banking expert Anita Davis - Chief Funding Matchmaker, sharing her sage advise on how to access capital and fund your business growth through SBA and alternative loans. Join Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini on the latest episode. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Resources: Phone: (770) 365-0858 Website: <a href="http://Praxstra.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Praxstra.com</a> Linkedin: Anita Davis

Capitalist Sage: How to fund your business growth

Brennen Dicker

In this episode of the Capitalist Sage podcast, Brennen Dicker, board member of the coming Atlanta Jewish Film Festival shares with hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini all the ins and outs of how this fantastic film fest got started and details about the exciting events to come in 2020.

Capitalist Sage: Brennen Dicker on the Business of Film Festivals

Working and owning a Beauty Industry Business has its challenges and its own ups and downs.Geoffrey Frost, our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage, has gained wisdom throughhis experience in this trade. Join Karl and Rico as they chat with Geoffrey about what it takes tohave a good team, manage your business, and ultimately keep your clients happy.'Resources:Frost Salon(770) 680-4549FrostSalon@gmail.comSocial Media: Frost.Salon

Working and owning a Beauty Industry Business has its challenges and its own ups and downs. Geoffrey Frost, our guest on today’s episode of the Capitalist Sage, has gained wisdom through his experience in this trade. Join Karl and Rico as they chat with Geoffrey about what it takes to have a good team, manage your business, and ultimately keep your clients happy.' Resources: Frost Salon (770) 680-4549 <a href="mailto:FrostSalon@gmail.com">FrostSalon@gmail.com</a> Social Media: Frost.Salon

Capitalist Sage: Creating A Solid Foundation in the Beauty Industry

Betsy Corley Pickren

In this episode of Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico sit down with Betsy Corley Pickren, an executive leadership coach. They talk about the importance of investing in leadership, no matter the size or shape of the business, and how to develop structures that promote leadership development in all employees in the business. Betsy shares that developing leadership skills can come in many different forms, whether through one on one coaching, meeting with a group of like-minded entrepreneurs, or finding someone to hold you accountable.

Life-changing Leadership with Betsy Corley Pickren

On this episode, Karl and Rico sit down with Lisa Proctor and Brad Kluesner, leaders within the Peachtree Corners Business Association (PCBA). We discuss the benefits of joining the PCBA, how it can turn the city into a home and community, and how businesses can get involved and give back to their communities.Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaResourcesPeachtree Corners Business Association: https://www.peachtreecornersba.com/

On this episode, Karl and Rico sit down with Lisa Proctor and Brad Kluesner, leaders within the Peachtree Corners Business Association (PCBA). We discuss the benefits of joining the PCBA, how it can turn the city into a home and community, and how businesses can get involved and give back to their communities. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia Resources Peachtree Corners Business Association: <a href="https://www.peachtreecornersba.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.peachtreecornersba.com/</a>

Capitalist Sage: Business Leadership in Your Community

Wendy Kinney

Wendy Kinney, Power Generator, giving her sage advice on networking with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, GeorgiaThree important points covered during the show:• What's the most important thing to get referrals?• How can people create credibility?• Give me a tool to help me be specific.

Wendy Kinney, Power Generator, giving her sage advice on networking with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia Three important points covered during the show: • What's the most important thing to get referrals? • How can people create credibility? • Give me a tool to help me be specific.

Capitalist Sage: Wendy Kinney talking shop on effective networking

Alan Van Campen joins hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini with sage advice on how to find a business. Recorded at Atlanta Tech Park from the City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia

Capitalist Sage: Finding the Right Business for You

A conversation with Attorney Corrie Thrasher about the legal pitfalls of buying and selling a business with hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini. Recorded in City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia at Atlanta Tech Park

Capitalist Sage: The Legal Pitfalls of Buying and Selling a Business

Eric Christ

MARTA Referendum How it Works for Business hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini having a conversation with Eric Christ and Paige Havens looking for their Sage advice and perspective.

Capitalist Sage: MARTA and Business, with Eric Christ and Paige Havens

Laura Laszlo

Laura Laszlo joins Karl Barham and Rico FIgliolini, providing sage advice on how the new tax laws will affect your business and your income.

Capitalist Sage: Laura Laszlo on How the New Tax Laws Will Affect Your Business

Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini host of the Capitalist Sage - with guest Cliff Bramble giving his sage advice on how to thrive in the restaurant business.Recorded at the podcast studio of Atlanta Tech Park in Peachtree Corners, Ga.For more information Cliff Bramble and his company Hungry Hospitality visit http://www.hungryhospitality.com/

Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini host of the Capitalist Sage - with guest Cliff Bramble giving his sage advice on how to thrive in the restaurant business. Recorded at the podcast studio of Atlanta Tech Park in Peachtree Corners, Ga. For more information Cliff Bramble and his company Hungry Hospitality visit <a href="http://www.hungryhospitality.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.hungryhospitality.com/</a>

Capitalist Sage: Cliff Bramble on How to Thrive in the Restaurant Business

LEAD

Karl Barham and I recorded our second podcast of the Capitalist Sage today at Atlanta Tech Park with Bonnie Mauldin, the founder, and CEO of The Mauldin Group. We talked about how your social media branding can make or break your lead generation efforts.

Capitalist Sage: Social Media Branding for Lead Generation with Bonnie Mauldin

Gary Birnberg

Guest Gary Birnberg, entrepreneur and former Which Wich franchise owner talking business with your hosts Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini recording from Atlanta Tech Park

Capitalist Sage: What Comes After Becoming a Franchise Owner, with guest Gary Birnberg

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