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Accelerate YOUR Success by listening to the triumphs and challenges of other middle market leaders of manufacturing, technology, and transportation businesses.

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Wade Seaberg of Dragonfly Energy

In this conversation, Wade Seaburg, an expert from Dragonfly Energy, discusses his background, the challenges of introducing innovation, the future of batteries in trucks, and the impact of industry consolidation. He also shares advice for college graduates and insights on battery discharge and charging. Takeaways Innovation Challenges Battery Future in Trucks Chapters 00:00 Introduction and…

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Commercial Welding USA with Dawn Maree

There is no perfect business. Recognize fear, but don't succumb to it. Even welders need to learn social skills. Leaders should ask the specialists what they need to succcede.

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The Spark of Innovation with John Hanley of Solatube

John Hanley, the founder of Solatube, shares his journey of founding, running, and growing the company, as well as the challenges and lessons learned along the way. The story highlights the importance of open-mindedness, commitment, budgeting for the unknown, building relationships, and taking risks in entrepreneurship. Takeaways Open-mindedness Commitment Chapters 00:00 The Invention of Solatube…

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Light Pollution Health Impacts

The conversation explores the concept of evolving beyond survival, the impact of light pollution on nature and health, responsible outdoor lighting, challenges with vehicle headlights and glare, the Dark Sky 1 concept car and its design, proposed solutions for safer and responsible lighting, adaptation of vehicle headlights and future innovations, adaptive driving beams and light output…

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QUAL-ity is NOT dead

The conversation covers the importance of quality in the automotive industry, the challenges of AI in automotive operations, and the role of quality in business development, growth, and customer service. It also discusses the significance of quality in hiring and its impact on various aspects of business operations. Takeaways Quality in automotive industry Challenges of AI in automotive industry…

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What CEOs Want

CEOs want predictable profits, sustainable growth, and transferable value to make their business easier to run, increase its value, and provide more time and money. These factors also impact the ability to exit the business on their terms. Takeaways Predictable profits and cash flow are essential for making the business easier to run and increasing its value. Sustainable growth and transferable…

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ReWild Business to ReStart Growth

The conversation introduces the concept of rewilding business and its application to business growth, drawing parallels with the reintroduction of wolves in Yellowstone. It explores the impact of business complexity on growth, the challenges faced as a company grows, the importance of leadership, and the elements of the organizational rewilding toolset. The process of applying the rewilding…

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Business Model Is Esssential

The conversation delves into the development of a company framework, focusing on the Rewild Group's Business Model Framework, business model assessment and planning, thinking and doing in business development, value proposition and profit generation, understanding finances and profitability, revenue circles and business expansion, identifying target customers and products, offerings and customer…

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What's Your GAME Plan for Business, Career, Life Presentation to IMA PDX

November 2025 presentation at IMA PDX CPE dinner covering several frameworks for analyzing and assessing a business with the option to apply those same tools to your career and your life. Video available on Vimeo at: https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1139684531 Slides available on SlideShare at: https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/what-is-your-game-plan-for-ima-final-reduced-pdf/284178780

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Brian Heflin

Interview with Brian Heflin of ATON Technology Brokers. Take Aways: Best Match Dispatch, It’s not just about you—it’s about everyone around you, Do what you say you are going to do, Be authentic, Put others first. No ropes on a boat, they are lines and sheets.

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