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Meet Tina Miller
Meet Tina Miller, Co-Founder and Chief Positivity Officer at bekindsign.com. Bekindsign.com initiative is part of the Infinite Love Project where we encourage acts of kindness, through words, deeds and art, to raise the vibration of the community. Tina is proud of the way they think outside of the box on how to get their message out to the Maryland area. Tina looks forward to their community of kindness workshop, which will be integrated into summer camps as well as workshops for college freshman.
May 22, 2024
Meet Pamela Downes
Meet Pamela Downes, Founding Partner at REV Creative Group. REV Creative Group mixes strategy with creative design to help energize brands and drive results using an Outsourced Marketing Team model. Pamela is proud of the culture the company has created and their employees. She is also proud of the new program they launched called REV Talent. Pamela looks forward to building stronger relationship and connecting with new clients in the DMV area.
May 15, 2024
Meet Shannon Roberts
Meet Shannon Roberts, CEO of Brand Builders. Brand Builders is committed to exceeding our clients’ expectations by consistently delivering the highest-quality, results-oriented services, utilizing articulate, dedicated and responsible tasters and brand ambassadors, who possess the utmost in professionalism, consummate brand knowledge and who positively impact consumers at all points of distribution, delivering measurable sales results. Shannon is proud of their all-female leadership team. Shannon looks forward to continuing to solidify their “liquid to lips” process.
May 8, 2024
Meet Matt Ruck
Meet Matt Ruck, CEO of xop.ai. xop.ai helps organizations to become more efficient than how they operate today by enhancing the information stage and improving company processes. Matt is proud that they are enabling their customers to maintain a competitive edge. Matt looks forward to expanding their Microsoft AI practice.
May 1, 2024
Meet Steve Blair
Meet Stephen Blair, President at Lyceum Insurance Services. Lyceum Insurance Services provides creative benefits strategies, innovative human resources (HR) technologies, and comprehensive compliance services so that you and your employees can be happier, healthier, and more protected against unnecessary risk. Steve is proud that they have been able to build the agency around their clients and their client’s employees. Steve looks forward to 4th quarter which is their busiest time of the year.
April 24, 2024
Meet Joe DeMattos
Meet Joseph DeMattos, Jr., President and CEO of the Health Facilities Association of Maryland. Health Facilities Association of Maryland is a voluntary not-for-profit association comprised of skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and associate businesses that serve our provider members. Joe is proud of their sector and organization during the pandemic. Also, they have fought for increases in Medicare and Medicaid rates. Joe looks forward to finalizing the new regulations for assisted living providers.
April 17, 2024
Meet Mannie LeVaca
Meet Manuela LeVaca, Owner of LeVaca Construction. LeVaca Construction specializes in hardscape construction for outdoor spaces. Mannie is proud of the past projects they have completed and of the company's employees. Mannie looks forward working on more residential projects as well as bid on larger commercial jobs.
April 10, 2024
Meet Krista Darrell
Meet Krista Darrell, Founder of Verus Vita Advisory. Verus Vita Advisory offers executive well-being coaching deeply rooted in the belief that true success is achieved when an individual's professional excellence is harmoniously aligned with their holistic well-being. Krista is proud of blossoming effect the company has had on herself and others. Krista looks forward launching the beta program three-month coaching engagement.
April 3, 2024
Meet Jim Schaefer
Meet Jim Schaefer, President of Schaefer Homes. Schaefer Homes offers personalized service to clients in the $350,000-$700,000 range, targeting various home buyer segments. The see the home buying process from start to finish. Jim is proud of how their team has come together and all united. Jim looks forward to being apart of the housing solution.
March 27, 2024
Meet Daniel Heck
Meet Daniel Heck, Growth Consultant at Crews & co. Crews & co. is designed to help your business increase its revenue, profitability, and salable value. Daniel is proud of how open the communication is between everyone within the company. Daniel looks forward to producing a book detailing their system.
March 20, 2024
Meet Josh Goldberg
Meet Joshua Goldberg, Co-founder and CEO of Sunstone Credit. Sunstone Credit provides flexible financing solutions for businesses of all sizes, offering solar loans with borrower-friendly terms and an efficient application process. Josh is proud of the jobs they are creating. Josh looks forward to the growth in the company.
March 13, 2024
Meet Steve Barber
Meet Steve Barber, Managing Director at Supporting Strategies Northwest Maryland. Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping, accounting, controller and operations services to growing businesses. Steve is proud that he can employee over 30 people. Steve looks forward to figuring out where he would like to take the company next.
March 6, 2024
Meet Jody Lenes
Meet Jody Lenes, Principal at eos Outdoor Services. eos Outdoor Services offers comprehensive home landscaping services that elevate a property's curb appeal and functionality. Jody is proud of the opportunities they have created for their team members. Jody looks forward to spring cleanups, renovation projects, outdoor entertainment spaces, and hardscaping as well as planning for the future.
February 28, 2024
Meet Courtney Bode
Meet Courtney Bode, Market President and Publisher at the Baltimore Business Journal. The Baltimore Business Journal is a local business news publication focused on providing factual news to the business community. Courtney is proud of the content the team puts out. Courtney looks forward to getting out into the community and meet the business executives.
February 22, 2024
Meet Albert Wu
Meet Albert Wu, CFP®, ChFC®, CEO & Co-Founder of neXco National. neXco National is the premier B2B networking community of leaders excited to help you succeed. Albert is proud that they have built a very high-quality community. Albert looks forward to 10x their members return on investment.
February 14, 2024
Meet Bryan Fletcher
Meet Bryan Fletcher the Vice President of FreeState Safety Training. FreeState Safety Training offers a wide array of services including training in situational awareness, active shooter training, workplace violence prevention, and carjacking avoidance. Bryan is proud that they are a very inclusive company. Bryan looks forward to bringing these trainings and concepts to a wider audience.
February 7, 2024
Meet Brian Taylor
Meet Brian Taylor, Founder of Goldiata Creative. Goldiata Creative helps businesses dominate their industries online by implementing “ahead of the curve” digital marketing strategies to double their sales. Brian is proud that he started Goldiata Creative with no financial backing but ended up a successful company working with large clientele. Brian looks forward to figuring out how to further excel in client delivery.
January 31, 2024
Meet James Rainwater
Jim Ries welcomes James Rainwater, Managing Director at Rainwater, CPA. In this insightful conversation, James discusses the unique approach of his boutique CPA firm, which focuses solely on proactive tax planning for business owners. Learn about the firm's growth, team dynamics, and what sets them apart in the industry. James also shares a surprising fact about his past as a firefighter and how it has influenced his current role in tax planning. Don't miss this fascinating episode of Java with Jim!
January 24, 2024
Meet Mike Clark
Meet Mike Clark, President of BTR Capital Group. BTR Capital Group delivers reliable solutions for their customers, investors, and clients. BTR Capital Group adds value by combining an intellectual analysis of macro markets with an intimate knowledge of their customers and buildings. Mike is proud of the growth and accomplishments that his managers have made. Mike looks forward to launching new businesses and products as well as considering additional investments.
January 17, 2024
Meet Ron Adler
Meet Ron Adler, Owner & President of Adler Display. Adler Display helps businesses look amazing, attract customers, and be profitable. From trade show displays, custom exhibits, and signage to corporate interiors, design, and recognition displays; they have the expertise, knowledge, and experience to make your business get noticed and get customers. Ron is proud of the skilled team they have. Ron looks forward to a lot of exciting new projects they have coming up.
January 10, 2024
Meet Brendan McCluskey
Meet Brendan McCluskey, Principal at Trident Builders LLC. Trident Builders is a construction firm committed to integrity and quality craftsmanship and believe in building relationships as much as building projects. Brendan is proud of the team at Trident Builders. Brendan looks forward a possible housing project in Baltimore as well as working with smaller community organizations.
January 3, 2024
Meet Dr. Josh Funk
Meet Dr. Josh Funk, Founder and CEO of Rehab 2 Perform. Rehab 2 Perform is not your typical physical therapy company. Rehab 2 Perform is more like a fitness center and athletic training room than a doctor’s office and offers a variety of equipment, turf, and other features to get you moving quickly and performing at your peak. Dr. Funk is proud of the staff retention over the years. Dr. Funk looks forward to upgrading the technology they use to support their clients.
December 27, 2023
Meet Elijah Laikin
Meet Elijah Laikin, Principal at Larrin Management. Larrin Management is a property management and operations company. Eli is proud of the hands-on approach of Larrin Management. They take the ownership approach to each project, so all their partners are left satisfied. Eli looks forward to keeping their units full and providing rentals for the communities.
December 20, 2023
Meet Pat Cooley
Meet Pat Cooley, CEO of IT Productivity . IT Productivity helps leaders create a clear IT approach for today's challenges. Pat is proud of the experiences that his team members have created for people. Pat looks forward to intentional growth with the company.
December 13, 2023
Meet Stephanie Rowzie
Meet Stephanie (Eberhart) Rowzie, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at TalentRemedy. TalentRemedy’s mission is to educate and ensure that their clients are set up for success. TalentRemedy will help you grow your business by providing effective and results oriented recruiting, outsourcing and consulting solutions. Stephanie is proud of their team retention. Stephanie looks forward to continuing to develop relationships and team building.
November 22, 2023
Meet Caleb Jackson
Meet Caleb Jackson, Founder of Lion Development. Lion Development is a real estate company based in the DMV. Caleb is proud of the headway they have made over the past year and a half. Caleb looks forward to expanding into multiple regions.
November 15, 2023
Meet Blair Brylawski
In this episode of Java with Jim, Jim Ries sits down with Blair Brylawski, owner of Revit Auto. Blair shares insights on how Revit Auto helps companies recapture lost revenue and increase profits by optimizing their fleet systems. Learn about their unique business model, their partnership approach, and why they focus on quality over speed in vehicle servicing. Blair also reveals some personal tidbits, including his popular YouTube channel and his stint on the TV show Junkyard Empire. Don't miss this engaging discussion on enhancing fleet efficiency and more.
October 25, 2023
Meet Adam Petrie
Meet Adam Petrie, CEO of Petrie Construction. Petrie Construction uses a homegrown and proprietary process for planning, tracking, and managing the biggest construction project. Adam is proud of the team they have at Petrie Construction. Adam looks forward to the company's growth in services, product offerings and team size.
October 18, 2023
Meet Richard Wilbur
Meet Richard Wilbur III, Founder, President, and CEO of Advantage Technology. Advantage Technology provides IT services and solutions for companies throughout the Mid-Atlantic region along with clients in Canada. Richard is proud of the product they have produced and the service they provide. He is also proud of his staff. Richard looks forward to growing the business in Maryland and meeting new people.
October 11, 2023
Meet Billy Biddle
Meet Billy Biddle, President of Auto Solutions. Auto Solutions Products is a single source supplier, who provides their Automotive Partners with a simple way to leverage their buying power to reduce expenses, manage consumption, and decrease vendor count. Billy is proud of the company culture that Auto Solutions Products has. Billy looks forward to forecasting what their customers need and when they need the products as well as bringing in an ecommerce model to their customers.
October 4, 2023
