Fervent Four
Welcome to the Fervent Four. Did you know that only 4% of businesses ever cross the annual million dollar revenue mark? The Fervent Four is a weekly show, every Thursday at 11am, dedicated to sharing insights into growing a world class business no matter the climate.
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Inspiring Young Minds: Elijah’s Turtle-Fueled Journey to Authorship
Join Elijah Mackey, a 12-year-old author from Hampto...
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Dec 19 2024 1h 4m
Chapter 1 6 mins
Introduction and small talkChapter 2 1 min
Introduction and small talkChapter 3 5 mins
Guest introduction: Elijah (Eli) MackeyChapter 4 7 mins
Insights on pet turtles and terrapinsChapter 5 4 mins
Eli's path to becoming an authorChapter 6 2 mins
Writing process and book promotion strategiesChapter 7 1 min
Eli's future projects and conservation effortsChapter 8 1 min
Breaking into the museum market with Turtle TalesChapter 9 3 mins
Business lessons from Eli's experiencesChapter 10 1 min
Turtle care essentialsChapter 11 4 mins
Understanding turtle behaviorChapter 12 1 min
Entrepreneurial advice from EliChapter 13 1 min
Confidence-building in businessChapter 14 4 mins
Launching Turtle Talks podcastChapter 15 1 min
Eli's TMNT and turtle aspirationsChapter 16 1 min
Expertise and continuous learning in turtle careChapter 17 1 min
Simplification in business decision-makingChapter 18 2 mins
Seasonal business adaptation strategiesChapter 19 2 mins
Pop culture and personal interestsChapter 20 2 mins
Daily routines and productivity tipsChapter 21 2 mins
Overcoming challenges and staying motivatedChapter 22 1 min
Turtle trivia: Favorites and care tipsChapter 23 41 sec
Turtle evolution discussion
Destini Harrell Turns Bold Visions into Lasting Change
Destini Harrell, founder of The Blessed Rogue, helps...
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Dec 12 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 2 mins
Big news about West Virginia University's football coach and discussion on bowl gamesChapter 2 1 min
Big news about West Virginia University's football coach and discussion on bowl gamesChapter 3 3 mins
Introduction of guest Destini Harrell and marketing in sportsChapter 4 7 mins
Destini's background, ventures, and work with The Blessed RogueChapter 5 6 mins
Challenges in Hampton Roads and the importance of mindsetChapter 6 3 mins
Destini's hobbies and strategies for regional changeChapter 7 2 mins
Destini's community engagement and growth journeyChapter 8 4 mins
Key organizations and talent support in Hampton RoadsChapter 9 3 mins
Utilizing networks and comparing community dynamicsChapter 10 3 mins
Perspectives on community issues and startup impactChapter 11 4 mins
Making Hampton Roads startup-friendly and cultural attitudesChapter 12 2 mins
Local business support and government's roleChapter 13 3 mins
Economic growth leveraging and investing in arts and cultureChapter 14 1 min
The potential for transportation infrastructure improvementsChapter 15 1 min
Community building, regional narrative, and the Surfing Santa eventChapter 16 2 mins
Public transportation's impact on regional developmentChapter 17 2 mins
Destini Harrell's plans in 2025Chapter 18 2 mins
Pushing boundaries and Hampton Roads' culinary identityChapter 19 1 min
Unique local foods and Zack's experience at Chick's Oyster Bar
Jalaya Allen on Connecting Opportunities for College Students
Jalaya Allen shares how Campus Connex connects colle...
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Dec 5 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 11 mins
College Campus Marketplace Platform DevelopmentChapter 2 3 mins
Expanding College Campus Marketplace PlatformsChapter 3 11 mins
Campus Marketplace Platform Safety and TechnologyChapter 4 11 mins
Facing Fears and Overcoming Social AnxietyChapter 5 10 mins
Bowling, Ball Science, and College AthleticsChapter 6 13 mins
Bowling, Vaping, and Philly Cheesesteaks
Dr. Eiesha Williamson on Dance, Community, and Portsmouth’s Future
Dr. Eiesha Williamson joins the Fervent Four Show to...
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Nov 21 2024 59m
Chapter 1 3 mins
Dr. Eiesha Williamson joins the Fervent Four Show to share her multifaceted journey, from her background in cheerleading for two NFL teams and running a dance studio to her current role at the YMCA. She offers insights into fundraising, traveling with dance teams, and the intricacies of homeschooling gifted children. The discussion touches on the nature vs. nurture debate, emotional vs. intellectual intelligence, and trauma's impact on development. Dr. Williamson also discusses the popularity of pickleball, challenges in Portsmouth, and the significance of diversity and major league sports for community cohesion. Stay tuned to learn more about her vision for the city of Portsmouth! ChaptersChapter 2 22 sec
Introduction and early topics roundupChapter 3 6 mins
Introducing Dr. Eiesha WilliamsonChapter 4 4 mins
Dr. Williamson's background, cheerleading, and dance studio experiencesChapter 5 5 mins
Fundraising, travel with dance teams, and parenting insightsChapter 6 3 mins
Stage presence in business and talent developmentChapter 7 5 mins
In-depth homeschooling discussion for gifted childrenChapter 8 3 mins
Nature vs. nurture debate and impact of trauma on developmentChapter 9 2 mins
Emotional intelligence vs. intellectual intelligenceChapter 10 7 mins
Dr. Williamson's role at the YMCA and diet's impact on healthChapter 11 3 mins
Popularity of pickleball and YMCA facilitiesChapter 12 2 mins
Challenges facing Portsmouth and real estate developmentChapter 13 3 mins
New casino in Hampton Roads and diversity reflectionsChapter 14 58 sec
The importance of major league sports for community unityChapter 15 2 mins
Attracting professional sports teams to Hampton RoadsChapter 16 1 min
Dr. Williamson's vision for Portsmouth's futureChapter 17 1 min
Dining spots in Norfolk and SuffolkChapter 18 27 sec
Overview of Dr. Eiesha Williamson's ventures
How Type.ai Supercharges the Writing Experience
Stew Fortier, co-founder of Type.ai, joins us to dis...
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Nov 14 2024 1h 4m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Introduction and casual banterChapter 3 5 mins
AI and robots in business operations and skepticismChapter 4 11 mins
Guest introduction: Stew Fortier and his entrepreneurial journeyChapter 5 2 mins
Stew's first venture and MassRoots experienceChapter 6 3 mins
Importance of timing in startupsChapter 7 4 mins
Stew learns to code and the impact of ChatGPTChapter 8 6 mins
ChatGPT's growth and Type.ai introductionChapter 9 4 mins
AI writing market and Type's processChapter 10 3 mins
Acceptance into Y Combinator and the balance of building and writingChapter 11 3 mins
Y Combinator's Demo Day and fundraising insightsChapter 12 55 sec
YC's focus on people and changes in batch sizesChapter 13 2 mins
Overcoming YC rejection and the value of persistenceChapter 14 4 mins
Post-YC support and alumni networkChapter 15 3 mins
Unpredictability of YC success stories and cofounder importanceChapter 16 1 min
Founding story of TypeChapter 17 1 min
Visiting Virginia Beach and personal connections
Archetype Braces - A New Take on Knee Support for Everyday Movement
In this episode, we talk with Josh Miner, the founde...
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Nov 9 2024 1h
Chapter 1 1 min
Introduction and episode contextChapter 2 1 min
Introduction and episode contextChapter 3 3 mins
TV show "From" and streaming platform discussionChapter 4 37 sec
Start Peninsula and Josh Miner'sChapter 5 3 mins
Guest introduction: JoshChapter 6 7 mins
Josh's background in Williamsburg and William &Chapter 7 3 mins
William and Mary's data science program and entrepreneurshipChapter 8 2 mins
Origin of Josh's business idea and knee braceChapter 9 1 min
In-depth look at knee injuries and braceChapter 10 1 min
Profitability and effectiveness of kneeChapter 11 3 mins
Doctor and patient feedback on Josh's newChapter 12 4 mins
"Born to Run" book relevance and shoeChapter 13 4 mins
Barefoot training insights and target marketChapter 14 3 mins
Affordable pricing and ethical businessChapter 15 2 mins
Brace design development andChapter 16 52 sec
Manufacturing goals and localChapter 17 3 mins
Risks and strategies inChapter 18 7 mins
Crowdfunding and early businessChapter 19 3 mins
Family support and personal
Archetype Braces: A New Take on Knee Support for Everyday Movement
In this episode, we talk with Josh Miner, the founde...
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Nov 7 2024 1h
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 1 min
Introduction and episode contextChapter 3 3 mins
TV show "From" and streaming platform discussionChapter 4 37 sec
Start Peninsula and Josh Miner's participationChapter 5 3 mins
Guest introduction: Josh MinerChapter 6 7 mins
Josh's background in Williamsburg and William & MaryChapter 7 3 mins
William and Mary's data science program and entrepreneurship hubChapter 8 2 mins
Origin of Josh's business idea and knee brace developmentChapter 9 1 min
In-depth look at knee injuries and brace engineeringChapter 10 1 min
Profitability and effectiveness of knee bracesChapter 11 3 mins
Doctor and patient feedback on Josh's new braceChapter 12 4 mins
"Born to Run" book relevance and shoe cushioningChapter 13 4 mins
Barefoot training insights and target market focusChapter 14 3 mins
Affordable pricing and ethical business practicesChapter 15 2 mins
Brace design development and testingChapter 16 52 sec
Manufacturing goals and local productionChapter 17 3 mins
Risks and strategies in preorderingChapter 18 7 mins
Crowdfunding and early business phasesChapter 19 3 mins
Family support and personal anecdotes
Flying Cars & Hydrogen Tech: Exploring the Future of Transport with LuftCar
Santh Sathya joins the Fervent Four to explore the f...
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Oct 31 2024 59m
Chapter 1 2 mins
ChaptersChapter 2 2 mins
Introduction and Weekly Topics OverviewChapter 3 2 mins
Evolution of Air Mobility and Flying CarsChapter 4 3 mins
Electrification and Its Benefits in AviationChapter 5 1 min
Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) TechnologyChapter 6 3 mins
Advanced Air Mobility Use CasesChapter 7 4 mins
Air Ambulances: Cost, Accessibility, and Organ Transport EfficiencyChapter 8 2 mins
Autonomy in Air Traffic Control and Passenger CapacityChapter 9 3 mins
Hydrogen Propulsion in AviationChapter 10 3 mins
Guest Background: Santh SathyaChapter 11 2 mins
Hydrogen Refueling and Transportation-Energy Sector ConvergenceChapter 12 2 mins
LuftCar's Airframe Design and Initial Focus AreasChapter 13 2 mins
LuftCar's Potential Relocation and Expansion PlansChapter 14 7 mins
FAA Validation, Commercialization, and Financial StrategiesChapter 15 2 mins
Importance of Letters of Intent (LOIs) and Geographic RolloutChapter 16 8 mins
Hydrogen Infrastructure Development in VirginiaChapter 17 4 mins
Public Concerns, Social Acceptance, and Industry Reflections
Collin Smith: From Founding ReachSuite to a Game-Changing Acquisition
Collin Smith, founder of ReachSuite, joins The Ferve...
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Oct 25 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 1 min
Collin Smith, founder of ReachSuite, joins The Fervent Four Show to discuss his journey from launching the platform to its recent acquisition. ReachSuite helps software companies stay engaged in the buyer’s journey, even when they’re not in the room. Collin discusses how ReachSuite delivers real value with interactive demos and guided sandboxes, driving better results for software sales teams. We also explore Collin’s connection to the 757 and hear his story of building his first venture while attending Old Dominion University. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Zack and Tim's casual chat and podcast reflectionChapter 3 3 mins
Colin's morning routine and Wim Hof techniqueChapter 4 7 mins
Colin's introduction and connection with hostsChapter 5 8 mins
Colin's background, ODU's impact, and first businessChapter 6 3 mins
Entrepreneurship challenges and work-life balanceChapter 7 4 mins
Personal habits and the fervent hangover cureChapter 8 8 mins
ReachSuite's inception, bootstrapping, and market fitChapter 9 2 mins
Customer validation at SaaStr and importance of feedbackChapter 10 5 mins
Founder resources and learning from mistakesChapter 11 3 mins
ReachSuite's acquisition by ConsensusChapter 12 2 mins
Founder control, investor relations, and post-acquisition integrationChapter 13 3 mins
Celebrating entrepreneurial success and future plansChapter 14 1 min
Regional real estate and favorite local eateriesChapter 15 11 sec
Impressions of Norfolk's urban layout and appeal
Scaling Smarter - How ReplyAI is Transforming Semiconductor Sales
Join Jeana Feely, President of ALN Technology, as sh...
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Oct 18 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 50 sec
Opening remarks and introduction of guest Jeana FeelyChapter 3 6 mins
Importance of mental exercises and chess calorie consumptionChapter 4 4 mins
Jeana's background: Marathons, rooftop event, and 60-second pitchesChapter 5 5 mins
ReplyAI platform and semiconductor industry insightsChapter 6 3 mins
Tier 3 clients and Jeana's journey in the industryChapter 7 3 mins
Transition to Hampton Roads and natural disasters in San DiegoChapter 8 6 mins
AI's impact on business and strategic advantagesChapter 9 52 sec
Market dynamics and tech stock valuationsChapter 10 4 mins
Semiconductor industry focus and future expansionChapter 11 7 mins
Fashion show commentary and gender perceptions in business attireChapter 12 4 mins
Investor feedback, pitching experiences, and military to tech transitionChapter 13 3 mins
Cultural references: Minnesota origins and Midwest perceptionsChapter 14 3 mins
Military relocation and family dining in Virginia BeachChapter 15 2 mins
Minnesota winters, sports culture, and starting a first companyChapter 16 1 min
Educational songs, North Dakota cold, and car block heaters
Preventing IV Failures: How ivWatch is Saving Lives with Real-Time Alerts
IV failures from infiltration and extravasation can ...
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Oct 10 2024 1h
Chapter 1 4 mins
ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Introduction and Startup World Cup recap with Gary WarrenChapter 3 4 mins
Gary Warren's San Francisco experience and event stage setupChapter 4 5 mins
Pitch preparation and the importance of exposureChapter 5 4 mins
Scaling, international travel, and Gary Warren's backgroundChapter 6 3 mins
IV Watch: The problem and healthcare challengesChapter 7 3 mins
Healthcare system differences and safety impactsChapter 8 5 mins
Accessing hospitals and innovation in healthcareChapter 9 5 mins
IV Watch's economic impact and travel work routineChapter 10 4 mins
Protecting IP and team cultureChapter 11 5 mins
The role of face-to-face interactions in businessChapter 12 2 mins
Startup competition reflections and first car anecdotesChapter 13 4 mins
Event mishaps and business hosting/travelingChapter 14 2 mins
Gary Warren's move to Virginia and Williamsburg highlightsChapter 15 1 min
Ivy Watch's future and regional business support
Ayush Garg on Transforming Research with AnswerThis.io
Join Ayush Garg, founder of AnswerThis.io, as he sha...
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Oct 4 2024 1h 2m
Chapter 1 59 sec
Join Ayush Garg, founder of AnswerThis.io, as he shares his journey from building tools at 14 to scaling businesses in Singapore and presenting to the president. Now a student at the University of Richmond, Ayush is focused on transforming the research process with AnswerThis—a platform that uses AI to help users quickly extract insights from research papers. In this episode, he introduces AnswerThis, talks about AI’s growth and impact on industries like healthcare and education, and addresses trust issues in AI. He also shares insights on his Startup World Cup experience, monetization strategies, and future plans. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with a young entrepreneur shaping the future! ChaptersChapter 2 2 mins
Introduction and casual banterChapter 3 8 mins
StreamYard's new pricing and subscription service modelsChapter 4 5 mins
Ayush Garg's perspective on money, capitalism, and his startup journeyChapter 5 3 mins
AnswerThis: Functionality and research paper relevanceChapter 6 3 mins
Long-term vision and AI's impact on AnswerThisChapter 7 2 mins
Growth and future of the AI industryChapter 8 3 mins
AI's energy demands and societal implicationsChapter 9 2 mins
AI's influence on healthcare and professional interfacingChapter 10 2 mins
Trust and challenges in AI's legal and healthcare applicationsChapter 11 5 mins
The rise of verticalized AI solutionsChapter 12 7 mins
AI integration in educationChapter 13 6 mins
Evolution of higher education and personal educational valueChapter 14 4 mins
Startup World Cup experience and opportunity seizingChapter 15 1 min
Monetization and customer churn management
Unlocking NASA's Innovations for Startup Entrepreneurs
Join us as we explore Katrina Young's career at NASA...
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Sep 26 2024 1h 2m
Chapter 1 5 mins
ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Katrina Young introductionChapter 3 8 mins
Katrina's career journey and roles at NASA LangleyChapter 4 4 mins
NASA's Technology Transfer Program overviewChapter 5 4 mins
Licensing NASA technologies and portfolio accessChapter 6 4 mins
NASA Langley's unique history and significanceChapter 7 3 mins
Supersonic travel research and technology transferChapter 8 4 mins
Drag-reducing technologies and sensor applicationsChapter 9 9 mins
NASA webinars and Down to Earth event announcementChapter 10 4 mins
Touring NASA Langley and wind tunnel testingChapter 11 3 mins
SpaceX sightings and promoting NASA tech programsChapter 12 3 mins
Space launches commercialization and hypothetical moon restaurantChapter 13 1 min
Mac and cheese recipes and Mars colonization feasibilityChapter 14 53 sec
Space travel logistics and 3D-printed food
Leveraging Google Reviews and Strategic Partnerships for Business Growth
Join us as Scott Janney, co-founder and CEO of Magaz...
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Sep 19 2024 1h 6m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Greetings and initial banterChapter 3 2 mins
Insights from a trip to Vegas, Sphere's impact, and high demand for eventsChapter 4 2 mins
Guest introduction and ice-breaking triviaChapter 5 1 min
Anecdotes and tips from construction daysChapter 6 5 mins
Exploring Vegas logistics and high-grossing businessesChapter 7 5 mins
Raising capital and financial mechanisms in businessChapter 8 1 min
Strategic partnerships and business tractionChapter 9 1 min
Understanding customer usage patternsChapter 10 5 mins
Learning from startup competitionsChapter 11 4 mins
The role of Google reviews in businessChapter 12 5 mins
Deep dive into Google reviews and business growthChapter 13 2 mins
Adapting to a hybrid work model and remote work challengesChapter 14 4 mins
Hiring practices and personal background storiesChapter 15 2 mins
Airline industry insights and workforce considerationsChapter 16 6 mins
Discussing Magazine Jukebox's unique position and strategiesChapter 17 4 mins
Subscription services and Netflix's business movesChapter 18 5 mins
Networking events, feedback, and fundraising
Revolutionizing Mobile Gaming Controllers
Josh King joins the Fervent Four Show and shares his...
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Sep 12 2024 59m
Chapter 1 4 mins
Josh King joins the Fervent Four Show and shares his journey from attending Virginia Commonwealth University to founding a gaming company that has crafted a controller that attaches to your phone magnetically. Josh delves into the development of his innovative controller and the growth of his YouTube channel, highlighting the loyalty of his fanbase and crucial parental support. The conversation touches on the importance of networking, the impact of mobile gaming, and Josh's vision for a universal mobile gaming controller. ChaptersChapter 2 6 mins
Introduction and guest Josh King's backgroundChapter 3 5 mins
Impact of COVID on education and Josh's journey into gamingChapter 4 9 mins
COVID's effect on academic performance and value of hands-on learningChapter 5 2 mins
Development of Josh's controller and YouTube journeyChapter 6 3 mins
Josh's fanbase loyalty and parental supportChapter 7 5 mins
Current projects, power of networking, and team importanceChapter 8 10 mins
Video editing challenges and production processChapter 9 1 min
Planning for tech releases and mobile gaming industry impactChapter 10 4 mins
Universal controller concept and data monitoringChapter 11 5 mins
Josh's skill set, self-education, and favorite YouTube channelsChapter 12 42 sec
Reflections on pitch competition and leveraging opportunities
Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge Connects Innovators to the Navy
In this episode, we welcome Dr. Julie M. Stark, Co-D...
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Sep 6 2024 1h 4m
Chapter 1 26 sec
ChaptersChapter 2 1 min
Introduction to episode 226Chapter 3 27 sec
Reflections on the Startup World Cup and unexpected momentsChapter 4 3 mins
Feedback and future plans for eventsChapter 5 3 mins
Introduction of Dr. Julie Stark and discussion on local infrastructureChapter 6 10 mins
Tim's tunnel commute and overview of Tech BridgesChapter 7 3 mins
Startup opportunities and collaborations in Hampton RoadsChapter 8 2 mins
Challenges and initiatives for startups in defenseChapter 9 4 mins
Collaborations with SVT Robotics and acquisition concernsChapter 10 6 mins
Legacy systems and innovation risk in defenseChapter 11 6 mins
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) process and sweet spots for defense businessesChapter 12 3 mins
Pathways to connect with TechBridge and differentiationsChapter 13 4 mins
Local partnerships and prototype experimentation programsChapter 14 4 mins
Hampton Roads' unique position and upcoming workshopsChapter 15 6 mins
Dr. Julie Stark's background and the evolution of tech devicesChapter 16 49 sec
Local dining recommendations and Navy's community effortsChapter 17 4 mins
Regional collaboration and closing remarks with Dr. Julie StarkChapter 18 6 mins
Introduction of Sarah Thompson and her backgroundChapter 19 6 mins
Challenges in scaling a business and leadership strategiesChapter 20
Company culture and the role of technology in growth
Making Hampton Roads the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play
Jay Grant joins us to explore how Hampton Roads can ...
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Aug 30 2024 1h 2m
Chapter 1 8 mins
Fast-Paced Startup Event HighlightsChapter 2 16 mins
Affordable Housing Challenges in Hampton RoadsChapter 3 9 mins
Community Development and Urban ConnectivityChapter 4 8 mins
Affordable Housing in Hampton RoadsChapter 5 10 mins
Housing Challenges and Community DevelopmentChapter 6 9 mins
Inspiring Community Growth and Investment
Virginia's Startup Surge: Innovations, Competitions, and Autonomous Tech
Tim Ryan and Zack Miller dive into details about the...
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Aug 23 2024 1h 2m
Chapter 1 1 min
Tim Ryan and Zack Miller dive into details about the Startup World Cup Virginia regional event and its partnerships. They discuss the venue, application process, and the significance of startup participation. The episode covers tech innovations and startups like Complify and M-Con Innovations, explores advancements by Psionic and Agrecision, discusses Virginia's growing tech scene, autonomous drone delivery, and VIPC's role in state startup investments, all building up to the Startup World Cup. ChaptersChapter 2 5 mins
Introduction and Innovate Hampton Roads updatesChapter 3 15 mins
Startup World Cup Virginia regional event and partnership detailsChapter 4 2 mins
Venue, application process, and startup participation importanceChapter 5 4 mins
Competition insights and tech innovation discussionsChapter 6 7 mins
Introduction to Complify and M. Con InnovationsChapter 7 12 mins
AI, Syonic, and Agrecision technology advancementsChapter 8 2 mins
Digital solutions and medical technology innovationsChapter 9 4 mins
Virginia's tech scene and startup ecosystem momentumChapter 10 4 mins
Walmart, Amazon, and DroneUp's autonomous drone deliveryChapter 11 1 min
Anticipation and preparations for the startup pitch eventChapter 12 1 min
VIPC's role and state investment in startups
From Franklin to Film: L. Terrel Majette on Winning, Production, and Confidence
Terrel Majette joins the Fervent Four podcast to sha...
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Aug 16 2024 1h 3m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 2 mins
Introduction and jokes about TeslaChapter 3 1 min
Tesla's factory and guest introductionChapter 4 1 min
Franklin's community and peanut reputationChapter 5 3 mins
L. Terrel Majette's background and return to FranklinChapter 6 2 mins
Impact of entertainment industry strikesChapter 7 2 mins
Winning the Franklin startup business competitionChapter 8 2 mins
Franklin startup competition detailsChapter 9 2 mins
Introduction to Jett Production CompanyChapter 10 1 min
Challenges in video production client comfortChapter 11 2 mins
Plans for Franklin studio and training classesChapter 12 1 min
Differentiating business wants and needsChapter 13 2 mins
Value of high-quality production equipmentChapter 14 5 mins
Niche focus and uniqueness in businessChapter 15 2 mins
Personal journey and military experienceChapter 16 2 mins
Origin and meaning behind Jett Production CompanyChapter 17 5 mins
Emotional milestones in businessChapter 18 5 mins
Business reflections on COVID-19Chapter 19 2 mins
Upcoming projects and favorite podcastsChapter 20 5 mins
Valuing younger generations' perspectivesChapter 21 2 mins
Overcoming fear and building confidenceChapter 22 1 min
Encouraging confidence in childrenChapter 23 4 mins
Assisting a young girl's music recordingChapter 24 35 sec
Favorite local restaurants in Franklin
Navigating Female Entrepreneurship: Mentorship, Balance, and Authenticity
Amber Hamilton and Sara Brown join us for a lively d...
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Aug 9 2024 1h 12m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 2 mins
Introduction and routine discussionsChapter 3 1 min
Walking treadmill meetings and future podcast plansChapter 4 3 mins
Introducing guests Amber Hamilton and Sara BrownChapter 5 7 mins
Exploring Baltimore's culture and Sara's Virginia Beach rootsChapter 6 8 mins
College choices and the co-lab mentoring programChapter 7 1 min
Entrepreneurial challenges and conflict resolutionChapter 8 1 min
The role of mentorship in entrepreneurshipChapter 9 2 mins
Work-life balance and client demographicsChapter 10 6 mins
Managing separate businesses and the focus on Redwood RiseChapter 11 6 mins
Challenges and impact on female entrepreneurshipChapter 12 3 mins
Addressing biases and work-life balance in businessChapter 13 4 mins
The media's role in shaping societal viewsChapter 14 4 mins
Authenticity and well-being as business pillarsChapter 15 11 mins
Selecting business partners and storytelling in Hampton RoadsChapter 16 5 mins
Marketing pitfalls and setting realistic revenue goalsChapter 17 47 sec
Local dining and the debate on the orange crush's origin
Exploring the Hampton Roads Workforce Study
Peter Grimm and Kris Cravey from Fahrenheit Advisors...
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Aug 2 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 2 mins
ChaptersChapter 2 1 min
Introduction and birthday wishesChapter 3 2 mins
Introduction of guests from Fahrenheit AdvisorsChapter 4 4 mins
Hosts and guests discuss their backgrounds and study overviewChapter 5 2 mins
Key findings and methodology of the Hampton Roads workforce studyChapter 6 5 mins
Surprises and initial reactions to the workforce reportChapter 7 8 mins
Economic development, cost of living, and wages discussionChapter 8 2 mins
Impact of remote work on talent acquisition and regional brandingChapter 9 7 mins
Discussing regional identity and the 757 branding attemptChapter 10 5 mins
Public safety perceptions and the Boomerang effectChapter 11 7 mins
Strategies for talent retention and attracting industryChapter 12 7 mins
Challenges and opportunities for regional collaborationChapter 13 1 min
Introduction to Fahrenheit Advisors and local cultural discussionChapter 14 1 min
Encouraging regional self-belief and growth potential
Tech, Purpose, and Passion!
Tune in to hear Neal Frazier discuss his journey, fr...
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Jul 27 2024 1h 1m
Chapter 1 4 mins
ChaptersChapter 2 3 mins
Introduction and greetings; Book tour and event; Parking garage confusionChapter 3 4 mins
Neal Frazier introduction and background; Explanation of the Fervent Four nameChapter 4 12 mins
Neal Frazier's agency, services, and cold plungesChapter 5 5 mins
Starting the valet business; Tipping and valet experiences; Valet ninjas inspirationChapter 6 3 mins
Covering up valet incidents; Transitioning to tech industry; Early tech interestsChapter 7 3 mins
Tri Hackme rediscovery; Work ethic at Java Surf; Diverse job experiencesChapter 8 9 mins
Working with Roadie; High delivery costs; Learning from job diversityChapter 9 8 mins
Finding purpose; Meeting Walter O'Brien; Purpose vs. goals discussionChapter 10 2 mins
Food preferences; Defining purpose; Funny stories and perseveranceChapter 11 3 mins
Importance of community; Taking chances; Recommended books for growth
Empowering Youth and Navigating Educational Challenges
Alasha Bennett joins to discuss the impact and origi...
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Jul 19 2024 1h 3m
Chapter 1 5 mins
Alasha Bennett joins to discuss the impact and origins of the Bennett Center, emphasizing the entrepreneurial mindset and the importance of networking. The conversation covers Virginia Beach's economic development, youth success stories, and the role of books and AI in business. They delve into educating kids on pricing, thoughts on the educational system, and challenges like funding and policies. ChaptersChapter 2 5 mins
Opening banter and introduction of guest, Alasha BennettChapter 3 6 mins
Overview and impact of the Bennett CenterChapter 4 6 mins
Entrepreneurial mindset: Fear, confidence, and structureChapter 5 2 mins
The origin and networking importance of the Bennett CenterChapter 6 6 mins
Virginia Beach economic development and youth success storiesChapter 7 5 mins
The role of books and AI in businessChapter 8 7 mins
Educating kids on pricing and cost of goodsChapter 9 7 mins
Thoughts on the educational system and kid expoChapter 10 2 mins
Challenges in education: Funding, politics, and policiesChapter 11 3 mins
Bennett Center's call for support and expansion plansChapter 12 1 min
Hampton Roads living, local dining, and breweriesChapter 13 1 min
Breweries and culture comparisons
Chip Dodd on company growth, minimalism, and finding true happiness
Chip Dodd joins Zack and Tim to discuss his journey ...
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Jul 12 2024 1h 5m
Chapter 1 13 sec
ChaptersChapter 2 53 sec
Introduction and greetingsChapter 3 9 sec
Tim's thoughts on favorite shows and nostalgiaChapter 4 3 mins
Zack and Tim recount how they met Chip DoddChapter 5 1 min
Chip Dodd's introduction and early memoriesChapter 6 2 mins
Chip Dodd discusses his company's growth and challengesChapter 7 5 mins
Overview of Chip Dodd's company, Support Services of VirginiaChapter 8 17 mins
Challenges of working with Medicaid and bureaucratic processesChapter 9 7 mins
Chip explains living in a van and minimalist lifestyleChapter 10 27 mins
Delegating tasks and overcoming the founder's challenges
Career Transitions, Imposter Syndrome, and Managing Live Audiences
Join us for episode 217, as we dive into Lionel Sapp...
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Jun 27 2024 1h 2m
Chapter 1 1 min
ChaptersChapter 2 1 min
Episode introductionChapter 3 1 min
Introducing guest Lionel SappChapter 4 1 min
Previous guest AndrewChapter 5 4 mins
Content creation and schedulingChapter 6 1 min
Lionel's YouTube channel topicsChapter 7 8 mins
Managing live audience engagementChapter 8 12 mins
Lionel's career transition from truck drivingChapter 9 6 mins
Tech career skepticism and challengesChapter 10 9 mins
Imposter syndrome in content creationChapter 11 13 mins
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