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On this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast, we’re honored to welcome MaShonna Hughes, Executive Director and Chief Dignity Officer at Project Outpour. MaShonna is a compassionate, visionary leader with over a decade of experience in the nonprofit and government sectors, and a relentless dedication to social justice, equity, and restoring dignity in her community. Under her leadership, Project Outpour provides free mobile shower access and hygiene services to individuals experiencing homelessness across Charlotte. Project Outpour serves five locations weekly, providing showers, fresh clothes, and hygiene kits—all with the belief that being clean is a catalyst for change. 

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On this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast, we’ve got Garrett Summers, CPA and Owner at Foard and Company. If you don’t know, Foard and Company is an accounting firm serving Charlotte and the surrounding region for over 50 years. Garrett brings a wealth of experience in audit and tax services, with a particular focus on not-for-profit organizations and churches. Since joining the firm in 2012 and becoming an owner in 2020, Garrett has played a key role in upholding the firm’s commitment to quality, trust, and client relationships. Garrett – welcome to the program!

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Today on the BrandBuilders Podcast, we’ve got Ben Levenbaum, founder and CEO of Xceleration here with us. Xceleration has been a major player in enterprise rewards and recognition for over 25 years. Under Ben’s leadership, Xceleration has built a global reputation for its innovative, scalable technology—most notably the RewardStation platform. We’re looking forward to hearing about that one, too!

With a diverse team spanning multiple disciplines and a client roster that includes some of the world’s largest companies, Xceleration crafts tailored recognition programs that motivate teams and deliver measurable impact. Ben, welcome to the show! 

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On the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, we have David Walker with us, he’s the Commercial Development Officer at Standard Title. As the Southeast’s first specialized commercial title insurance agency, Standard Title empowers clients to secure and finance commercial real estate with confidence. In his role, David plays a key part in driving business growth and building partnerships, leveraging his expertise to help clients navigate complex commercial real estate transactions. We’re talking real estate on this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast!

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On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, we’re pleased to welcome Dave Holtzman, President and Partner at Search Solution Group. If you don’t know yet, Search Solution Group is a leading full-service recruiting, staffing, and executive search firm with over 20 years of success.
Dave plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s mission to connect organizations with uniquely qualified candidates across a wide range of industries, including Accounting, Finance, Engineering, IT, Marketing, and more. Under Dave’s leadership, Search Solution Group has built a reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and teamwork — values that have helped them become one of the nation’s top recruitment firms. Dave thanks for being on the program! 

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Welcome back to the BrandBuilders Podcast! You know we love talking to folks with new ideas, and we’re excited to welcome Jake Corday to the show today. He’s an innovative entrepreneur revolutionizing in-store marketing with his company Waev. 

Jake’s platform combines sleek HD digital screens, advanced targeting capabilities, and real-time analytics to help businesses deliver captivating, data-driven promotions that engage customers. We met Jake a few weeks back over a coffee, and knew we had to get him on the program. 

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Welcome back to the BrandBuilders Podcast! On this episode, we’ve got Matt Sharp with us, a seasoned nonprofit leader and the founder of Sharp Advising. With over 18 years of experience in the nonprofit and higher education sectors, Matt has dedicated his career to empowering organizations to maximize their community impact. Through Sharp Advising, he partners with small to mid-sized nonprofits, helping them optimize operations, streamline processes, and develop strategies for sustainable growth. Matt—welcome to the show!

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Today on the BrandBuilders Podcast, we’re joined by Joe McMahan– an entrepreneur, passionate runner, and the founder of Azoia Endurance. His company is crafting all-natural energy gels for athletes right here in Charlotte. Joe’s journey is as inspiring as it is impressive: in just two years, he transformed his marathon time from 4:41 to an astonishing 2:56, all while recovering from stress-induced injuries and building a business.

Whether he’s on the road, in the lab, or sharing training tips on the IG, Joe doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Joe, welcome to the show! 

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Welcome back to The BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re honored to have Brigadier General Mark Towne, USA (Ret.), founder of VETS Leadership, LLC, join us. General Towne is a renowned leader with over 34 years of service in the U.S. Army, where he led organizations from small units to large global institutions. His expertise in building trust has been pivotal in his military and civilian career. He’s also an author, and his book, Build Trust First, offers insights into creating trust-driven leadership. General Towne, welcome to the program!

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Welcome to another episode of The award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Today we’ve got Ashlyn Greer, founder and CEO of Fashivly, here with us. Ashlyn is a fashion influencer and entrepreneur who has revolutionized personal styling with her innovative platform. 

After spending over a decade in the fashion industry—including roles at Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Belk—Ashlyn launched Fashivly in 2020 to make personal styling accessible to everyone. Her company helps clients discover their unique style through personalized shopping experiences, empowering them to feel confident and look their best every day. We’ll hear about her inspiring journey, how Fashivly is changing the way people shop, and what’s next for her growing Charlotte-based startup.