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Ep. 53 — From the Ballpark to the Boardroom: Rita Cortes Shares Her Winning Strategies
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of "Show Me the Way," Dave and guest Rita Cortes, Executive Director of the Menorah Heritage Foundation, to delve into her incredible journey. Rita, the first girl to play boys baseball in...
Handcuffing Key Employees NQDC Plans
Keeping key employees committed to your business is an essential strategy for building business value. It’s also a crucial part of planning for a successful future, including your eventual business exit. There are many strategies you can use to retain key employees....
Ep. 52 — Business Dispute Resolutions from Top Trial Attorney Kirk May
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of "Show Me the Way," Dave and guest Kirk May, a distinguished first chair trial attorney, delve deep into the world of business disputes. Kirk shares stories from his extensive legal career,...
There’s More to Value Than Revenue
Revenue and profitability are generally good indicators of your company’s strength. However, when it comes to planning for a successful future, they are far from the only things that determine your company’s strength. As you plan and perhaps approach your exit from...
Ep. 51 — Crucial HR Moves that Make or Break Mergers with Lora Cheatum
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of "Show Me the Way," Dave and guest Lora Cheatum, the recently retired SVP and Chief HR Officer at KC Southern Railway, dive into the complexities of HR integration during mergers and...
Ep. 50 — International Business Insider with Nicolas Rivera
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In the landmark 50th episode of "Show Me the Way," Dave takes his listeners on an enlightening journey into the intricate world of business succession planning. This special international edition features...
Pursuing Financial Independence Legally
Achieving financial independence is the most important goal for business owners who want to exit their businesses successfully. The importance of achieving this goal is so great that it may be tempting to take legally nebulous routes to achieving it. Let’s look at a...
Ep. 49 — Navigating the First Acquisition: Insights from Dr. Henry Silvestriz, DC
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave talks with Dr. Henry Silvestriz, Doctor of Chiropractic Services, and President & CEO / Co-Founder of Vinci Holdings, LLC, exploring Henry's journey from his...
Getting Along With Your Advisors
A huge perk of running your own business is getting to do it your way. This can make planning for a successful future challenging for some business owners because they need to be comfortable with giving up control of certain aspects. And if they don’t agree with their...
Ep. 48 — Navigating Funding of Business Deals with Karl Dakin
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave reconnects with Karl Dakin to discuss critical aspects of business funding and deal-making. Karl, an expert in capital strategies for businesses, shares his...
Ep. 47 — Redemption from Bankruptcy and Bad Investors with Randy Hetrick
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Hetrick to uncover the twists and turns of his remarkable journey—from his beginnings in the SEAL Teams to building a fitness empire with TRX, and now...
Ep. 46 — Unlocking Investment Banking for Your Business with Bill Conway
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Bill Conway, Managing Director at RubinBrown Corporate Finance, to sheds light on the intricacies of investment banking, the role it plays in business...
Converting Your Business to a Non-Profit
Converting your business to a non-profit is a valid exit strategy. However, there are important things to consider if you choose this path. Here are a few things you should think about if you’re considering converting your business to a non-profit, using a short...
Ep. 45 — Unveiling M&A Strategies with David Churchman
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with David Churchman, CFO at Midland Industries, to learn from David’s vast experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from multiple perspectives: as...
Reducing Risks in Risky Businesses
Founding a business is inherently risky. Fortunately, even the riskiest businesses have opportunities to reduce their risks and protect their interests with proper and early planning. Let’s look at a fictional but representative story of how an extremely risky...
Ep. 44 — MAGIK on the Farm with Amber Kivett
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Amber Kivett of Kivett Kinetic Solutions, LLC, to discuss her remarkable journey from a catastrophic accident to becoming a beacon of hope and healing...
Exit Planning Offers Assurance
Running a business is one of the most fulfilling things you’ll likely ever do. Despite the time and money it costs you, you dedicate everything you have to position it to be successful. With all the effort you pour into your business, it’s prudent to dedicate time and...
Ep. 43 — Unearthing the Roots of Success with Ron Keith
Welcome to the "Show Me The Way" podcast with David Seitter In this episode of “Show Me The Way,” Dave sits down with Ron Keith, CEO of Arbor Masters, to discuss the evolution of the tree care industry but also the personal and professional growth of a passionate...
Maximizing Returns on Exits (M&A): What to Expect at (or Near) the Close
Hard Work Deserves Good Planning
A major point of pride for successful business owners is how hard they worked to achieve their success. A common myth is that smaller, less complex businesses aren’t cut out for Exit Planning or that it’s too expensive. But as the backbone of the economy, smaller...