397: Mike Kana and Randy Brown, Doggett Concrete

397: Mike Kana and Randy Brown, Doggett Concrete

Welcome to The BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re excited to have two distinguished guests from Doggett Concrete, a company that has been laying solid foundations in the construction industry for over six decades. (Hear what we did there?) Joining us are Mike Kana, President, and Randy Brown, Director of Business Development at Doggett Commercial Concrete.

Doggett Concrete dates back to 1963 when Bill Doggett began pouring foundations for Charlotte’s expanding suburbs. Now, 60 plus years later, under the leadership of Bill’s son Doug, Doggett Commercial Concrete has grown into a hundred-million-dollar enterprise.

396: Marissa West – West Kept Secret

396: Marissa West – West Kept Secret

On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Marissa West, the founder and owner of West Kept Secret. If you’ve not heard of it yet, West Kept Secret is Charlotte’s premier boutique fitness studio, voted best in Charlotte multiple years running.

West Kept Secret is known for its effective methodology and supportive environment. Marissa and her team even serve as the official fitness trainers for the Carolina Panthers’ cheerleading team! Marissa, welcome to the show.

395: Matt Thomas – NCourage Coaching

395: Matt Thomas – NCourage Coaching

On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, we’ve got Matt Thomas, a seasoned leadership coach, who’s dedicated himself to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential.

With years of experience guiding professionals across various industries, Matt specializes in empowering leaders to enhance their skills, foster high-performing teams, and achieve their strategic goals. Matt, welcome to the show!

394: Jim Guimond & Dick Sesler – Camp Blue Skies

394: Jim Guimond & Dick Sesler – Camp Blue Skies

On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, we’re joined by Jim Guimond and Dick Sesler from Camp Blue Skies, an organization that offers unique camping experiences for adults with developmental disabilities. Camp Blue Skies Foundation enriches the lives of adults aged 21 and older through recreation, socialization, and life skills education. We’ve been longtime partners with Camp Blue Skies, so we’re stoked to have them tell their story on the show.

Jim, Dick — welcome to the show! 

393: Cliff Castelloe – All-In to Fight Cancer

393: Cliff Castelloe – All-In to Fight Cancer

On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, we’ve got Clifton Castelloe, the Executive Director of All-In to Fight Cancer with us. All-In to Fight Cancer has been a force in raising funds and awareness for cancer initiatives through – of all things —  poker tournaments. 

All-In to Fight Cancer has raised over $2.3 million for various cancer-related causes across North Carolina, including critical research and patient support. As they prepare for their next poker tournament in Charlotte, Clifton is in the studio to tell us all about it! 

392: Mark Wojcik – East Park Ave Talent Consulting

392: Mark Wojcik – East Park Ave Talent Consulting

Welcome to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re excited to have Mark Wojcik from East Park Avenue Talent Consulting joining us. East Park Avenue Talent, or EPA Talent, is a company dedicated to helping businesses accelerate hiring, boost retention, and drive growth through innovative talent acquisition strategies. 

391: Palmer Magri – Reporter, Digital Producer

391: Palmer Magri – Reporter, Digital Producer

Welcome back to this episode of The award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! We have Palmer Magri joining us. Palmer is a talented writer, reporter, and digital producer at Charlotte’s public radio station, WFAE. She recently graduated from Queens University of Charlotte with a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Storytelling. Which is ALL good, but what got us interested is a story Palmer wrote about the pampered life of Myers Park pets! Palmer, welcome to the show!

390: Chip Pettit — Stream Station

390: Chip Pettit — Stream Station

Welcome back to the BrandBuilders Podcast. Today, we have Chip Pettit, President of Stream Station, joining us. Chip and Stream Station specialize in managing video streams end-to-end, ensuring world-class experiences for broadcasters and viewers alike. With his background in graphic design from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and his experience in the streaming industry, Chip is a local guy doing BIG things in the digital broadcast space. Chip, welcome to the show! 

388: Spencer Lueders – 24 Foundation

388: Spencer Lueders – 24 Foundation

Welcome to The BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re honored to have Spencer Lueders back in the studio with us. Really he’s a guy who needs no introduction, but for folks who don’t know: he’s the founder of 24 Foundation. This incredible organization has been making a profound impact in the fight against cancer since 2002, raising over $28 million to support cancer navigation and survivorship programs. Spencer, welcome back to the show!