The Thunder Stock Show

In this episode of The Thunder Stock Show, host Ross Stockdale climbs into the cockpit with Randall Taussig — private pilot, EOS Expert Implementer, and founder of BlueCore Leadership — to explore what it takes to gain altitude in business and life.Randall shares lessons from 2,500 hours in the sky and 13 years guiding over 100 entrepreneurial teams through the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS). Together, Ross and Randall dig into:How a fifth-generation entrepreneurial legacy (including the Grandma's Molasses® brand) shaped Randall’s careerThe moment he overcame motion sickness to pursue his dream of flyingWhy simplicity beats complexity in business growthThe “point of no return” on the entrepreneurial runway — and how to commit with confidenceWhy his newest BHAG isn’t a number, but a new mid-manager coaching program built on communication, critical thinking, and time ownershipHow leaders can better “delegate and elevate” for lasting impactThey also touch on family, faith, failure, and finding your path — even if you have to fly through a little turbulence to get there.Whether you’re an EOS fan, a fellow founder, or a growth-minded leader, this conversation delivers clarity, candor, and just the right amount of cockpit analogies. Connect with Randall:Website: www.bluecoreleadership.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/randytaussigFacebook: facebook.com/bluecoreleadershipFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/364406295034501YouTube Vlog: youtube.com/channel/UCm0qj5EoBJejWdWV_haQVlwEmail: [email protected]

What happens when a former investment banker burns the boats and builds his own path?In this episode, Ross welcomes Patrick O’Connell — 2x founder, CPA, and financial due diligence expert — for a powerhouse conversation on entrepreneurship, M&A, and the personal transformation that comes from going all in.Patrick shares how growing up in a family of seven, mowing lawns at age 8, and grinding through the corporate ladder led him to found O’Connell Advisory Group — a boutique financial diligence firm that’s helping hundreds of entrepreneurs buy small businesses with confidence.You’ll learn:Why most business buyers dramatically underestimate the risk of small business acquisitionHow Patrick turned “make enough to pay the mortgage” into 50+ deals/year with solo buyers and capital groups alikeThe true power of financial diligence: not paperwork, but purchase price negotiation and protection from life-altering mistakesWhat it actually means to burn the boats — and why you don’t have to wait for permission to chart your own destinyWhy presence — not net worth — might be the best legacy you can leave your familyWhether you’re an aspiring acquisition entrepreneur or a corporate professional eyeing your next big pivot, this conversation will give you both the financial lens and the personal courage to act.Stick around for the end to hear Patrick’s answer to: "What’s the #1 way to impact your family?" Connect with Patrick O’ConnellWebsite: https://www.oconnelladvisorygroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-o-connell-3b235177/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Patrick_OConnellX (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/SMBDealGuyLinktree: https://t.co/M3DcUUuX4DEmail: [email protected]

In this heartfelt and high-impact episode, Ross sits down with Justin Boling — husband, father of five, serial entrepreneur, and seasoned EOS Implementer — to talk about what really matters in business and life.Justin shares his journey from being a self-professed workaholic, chasing corporate success at the cost of family and faith, to rediscovering balance and building a billion-dollar exit while remaining a present father and grounded leader. At the heart of this transformation? EOS.You’ll hear:The hard truths behind burnout and identity loss — and how Justin rebuilt from it.How EOS enabled a team of 11 to scale to 450 and exit for $1B — without sacrificing family or soul.Why most “train wreck” companies share two fatal flaws — and how to fix them.The mindset shift every founder must embrace to empower teams and build legacy.The surprising wisdom Justin got from his 8-year-old daughter… and why “keep swinging” might be the mantra you need.Whether you're a founder trying to scale without losing your sanity, or a leader searching for a better way to live and work — this episode is for you.Listen to the end to hear Justin's answer to: "How do you stay a light in a culture full of chaos?" Connect with Justin BolingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-boling-47056411/EOS Implementer Profile: https://www.eosworldwide.com/justin-bolingEmail: [email protected]

How do you scale a business and your impact—without burning out?In this energizing episode of The Thunderstock Show, I sit down with Julie Markee, a US-patented inventor, lifelong entrepreneur, and Certified EOS Implementer who’s as comfortable managing executive teams as she is her backyard chicken coop.We cover the arc of Julie’s career—from building wastewater systems at Frito-Lay to running the cranberry sauce line at Ocean Spray to founding Key Process Innovations, where she now helps leadership teams engineer clarity and traction through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®).You’ll learn:Why “maximizing human energy” is more than a tagline—it’s a measurable strategyHow Julie literally engineered clarity through a patented KPI device still used in global manufacturingThe story behind her beloved blog “Coop’d Up Thoughts”, where EOS meets egg-laying hensHow Vistage and EOS changed her business—and her lifeWhy she’s passionate about mentoring women to step confidently into their greatness “I didn’t want to fix broken companies. I wanted to serve great ones—and help them become extraordinary.”Question FOR Julie: How the heck are you going to scale your business while you're in the weeds of your business? Have you given up? What are you going to do about it? Want some help?Question FROM Julie: How are you going to go about making a positive impact in our culture right now—amidst all of the stress? How will you be a light in society?Guest Bio:Julie Markee is a Certified EOS Implementer and the Founder of Key Process Innovations, where she helps leadership teams get out of the weeds and create aligned, energized, high-traction companies.A chemical engineer by training, Julie holds a U.S. patent for the invention of kpi-dry™, a dryness-measurement system still used globally in the investment casting industry. She brings that same precision and clarity to her work with entrepreneurial leadership teams—facilitating vision alignment, accountability, and measurable growth through the EOS® framework.She’s also the creator of “Coop’d Up Thoughts”, a witty monthly blog where she shares lessons from her unexpected adventures as a chicken mama—and how those lessons apply to business and leadership.When she’s not leading EOS sessions, Julie is mentoring the next generation of women in leadership, woodworking in her garage, or feeding the flock (literally).Connect with Julie:🌐 Website: https://www.keyprocessinnovations.com 📨 Email: [email protected] 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliemarkee/

Scaling a business doesn’t require swagger—it requires discipline.In this episode of The Thunderstock Show, I sit down with Frank Gustafson, Marine Corps veteran, 35-year sales leader, and founder of Strategic Training Partners, a Sandler Training firm helping founders get out of the weeds and build scalable sales systems.Frank shares how the discipline forged in the Marines became his unfair advantage in business, and how sales success today demands more than charm—it demands a repeatable, teachable, measurable system.We get into:Why easy-going discipline is the real sales superpowerThe art vs. science of sales—and why most people get it backwardsBuilding a visual pipeline (and why Frank keeps 200 ping pong balls on his shelf)What EOS-style operations can teach you about running your marriageHow faith, failure, and family forged Frank’s philosophy of leadership “You’ve got to be willing to suck—until you don’t. That’s how you get better.”Question FOR Frank: If you could go back and talk to yourself when you first started your career, what’s one personal and one professional piece of advice you’d give?Question FROM Frank: How the heck are you going to scale your business while you're in the weeds of your business? Have you given up? What are you going to do about it? Want some help?Guest Bio:Frank Gustafson is a seasoned sales leader, entrepreneur, and Marine Corps veteran who now runs Strategic Training Partners, a Sandler Training firm helping business owners stop winging it and start scaling. With over 35 years in B2B sales and leadership, Frank equips founders with the process, structure, and mindset to build real sales machines—without burning out.He’s also a proud husband (36 years strong), father of three, and grandfather of four. Known for his authenticity, resilience, and faith-first perspective, Frank leads with heart, grit, and a relentless focus on doing the right thing—even when it’s the hard thing.🔗 Connect on LinkedIn 📧 [email protected]

Every business owner wants clarity, but few are willing to slow down long enough to find it.In this episode of The Thunderstock Show, I sit down with Charlie Rhea — EOS Implementer, certified executive coach, and faith-driven NetWeaver — to explore how growth comes not in grand gestures, but in quiet, intentional inches.Charlie shares what it really looks like to lead with the Coach Approach — listening, pausing, asking better questions — and how simplifying in seasons of chaos can unlock the clarity, confidence, and courage that leaders need most.We get into:Charlie’s leap of faith to start his EOS/coaching practice with no safety netWhat it means to fight for depth over noise and live fully in your valuesWhy execution = focus + discipline (and how most leaders miss that)The power of listening over solving — especially for visionaries in a rushPractical tactics for building trust, alignment, and momentum “Clarity doesn’t come from thinking. It comes through action — slowly, intentionally, one inch at a time.”Question FOR Charlie: If you were standing at your own funeral, what would people say about you?Question FROM Charlie: If you could go back to the beginning of your career, what’s one personal and one professional piece of advice you’d give your younger self?Guest Bio:Charlie Rhea is an EOS Implementer, ICF-certified executive coach (ACC), and intentional connector of people and purpose. Through his EOS work, Charlie equips entrepreneurial leadership teams to clarify their vision, align their processes, and execute with consistency. With a strong foundation in faith, family, and service, Charlie brings depth, humility, and conviction to every engagement — helping others lead with authenticity and live with purpose.He’s also a husband, a father of three (including twin toddlers), and a believer that clarity, courage, and connection are all part of the same calling.🌐 EOS Profile 🔗 LinkedIn 📧 [email protected]

You know what to do. But doing it consistently—especially when it’s boring, uncomfortable, or emotionally risky—is where most leaders fall short.In this episode of The Thunderstock Show, I sit down with Rich McLaughlin, longtime leadership coach and EOS Implementer, for a conversation that blends emotional wisdom, entrepreneurial battle scars, and real-world insights into human energy and company culture.We dig into:Why emotional engagement—not just clarity—is the secret to getting buy-inThe hardest leadership trade-off: short-term performance vs long-term cultural healthHow Rich transitioned from learning & development to EOS implementationWhat sports, fatherhood, and consulting all have in commonWhy discipline—not intelligence—is the limiting factor in execution Rich reminds us that data drives direction, but how we make people feel determines if they actually follow. “You can do the job. But do people trust you? Do they want to?”Question FOR Rich: What do you need to change, that you haven’t changed yet?Question FROM Rich: If you had to get a tattoo that expressed what matters most to you—what would it say?Guest Bio:Rich McLaughlin is a strategic facilitator, EOS Implementer, and leadership coach with decades of experience in organizational development, emotional intelligence, and performance management. A former learning and development leader turned EOS evangelist, Rich helps leadership teams align on vision, execute with discipline, and create healthy, high-trust company cultures.He’s a sports-loving father who once dreamed of being a phys-ed teacher—and now finds himself coaching CEOs instead of athletes.

What happens when you stop judging and start getting curious about your business, your team, and even your life?In this heartfelt and deeply reflective episode, I sit down with Byron Attridge, serial entrepreneur and EOS Implementer, to explore how we grow as leaders by leaning into the uncomfortable work of communication, clarity, and cohesion.Byron opens up about:The burnout and success of his first “big boy” business in 2003The spectacular rise (and fall) of a cloud-based venture that almost broke himThe pivotal turnaround of a legacy professional services firm that sparked his EOS journeyWhy working harder isn’t the answer—and how “healthy teams” build healthy businessesHow he now helps leadership teams grow in Vision, Traction, and HealthWe also wrestle with Byron’s signature questions: 🕊 “What would you do if you had $10M and six months to live?” “What do you hope people say about you at your funeral?”Byron’s answers are raw, grounded, and packed with wisdom.Question FOR Byron: “What do you need to change, that you haven’t changed yet?”Question FROM Byron: “What would you do if you had $10M and only 6 months to live?” “What would they say at your funeral?”Guest Bio:Byron Attridge is a seasoned entrepreneur, EOS Implementer, and growth strategist with a 20+ year track record of building and leading successful companies. From bootstrapping his first business in 2003 to scaling a professional services firm from $2.5M to $10M ARR using EOS, Byron brings a wealth of battle-tested insight to the table.His life’s mission? Teaching leadership teams how to communicate with more care, more grace, and more traction. He works with entrepreneurs to align their vision, execute with discipline, and foster teams that love the pursuit.He’s based in Texas, and you can connect with him here:🌐 EOS Profile 🔗 LinkedIn 📧 [email protected] 📞 512-470-2453

What separates the good from the great? According to Mark O'Donnell, it's the ability to train for uncomfortable things for an uncommon amount of time.In this powerhouse episode, I sit down with Mark O'Donnell, CEO and Visionary of EOS Worldwide, serial entrepreneur, and Expert EOS Implementer. With over 100 companies under his belt, Mark has coached founders, scaled and sold businesses, and is now on a mission to help 1 million entrepreneurs live their ideal lives through the EOS system.We dive into:Mark’s personal journey from entrepreneur to EOS VisionaryWhy the Kolbe 2-2-10-3 profile matters for your leadership styleThe mental model of "demanding the best from yourself"How to stop procrastinating and start doing hard things todayEOS implementation stories and pitfalls founders need to avoidThis episode is a must-listen for any gritty founder or EOS-run business ready to grow on purpose.Question FROM Mark: “How long will you wait until you demand the best for yourself?” 📌 Question FOR Mark: “What’s one thing you’ve been procrastinating that you need to start this weekend?”Guest Bio:Mark O'Donnell is a high-impact entrepreneur, Expert EOS Implementer, and the current CEO/Visionary of EOS Worldwide. Having built and sold multiple companies, Mark now dedicates his career to helping business leaders implement the EOS system to scale with clarity and purpose. He’s an alumnus of Albright College, Northeastern University, and The Wharton School—and a devoted family man living outside Philadelphia with his wife, three kids, and a 100-lb dog named Blue.📨 Connect with Mark: LinkedIn | ✉️ [email protected]

About the guest, in his own words:I was born in the Netherlands, raised in Italy, and educated in the United States, but I've lived in Arkansas longer than anywhere else. I arrived in the US on a basketball scholarship, and met my wife Kelly in college. We have four kids together.I studied engineering in Italy before coming to the US. Here, I studied philosophy and religion and worked in the education space for the first 10 years. In my early 30's I did a career shift, going back to school, this time in the Netherlands (the land of my parents), getting an MBA at the Rotterdam School of Management. My career in business started in business development at Myngle.com, an edtech company in Amsterdam. Following our return to the US, I worked in finance, renewable energy, and now in property maintenance. The last 7 years I have been in executive roles and I've worked to implement EOS in the last two companies that I've been a part of.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stivibi/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Bryan is a partner at onPurpose Growth and helps entrepreneurs grow their revenue. He's been in sales his whole 24-plus year career, and for the past 8+ years he and onPurpose Growth have a track record of helping businesses systematically grow their sales. He and his partner Jeff have a track record of helping consultants hit $1M in revenue or small businesses that have founder led in sales scale past themselves to double sales and profit.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcdonaldbryan/www.mcdonaldbryan.comwww.onpurposegrowth.combmcdonald@onpurposegrowth.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldbryanAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:Jackie Kibler believes in the power of entrepreneurs. As a first-generation American coming from a family of successful entrepreneurs, Jackie prides herself on empowering business leaders to overcome their toughest challenges and reach their goals.Jackie serves as an accountability partner and trusted advisor to clients by creating alignment and fast-tracking progress within their organizations using EOS®. Jackie’s strategic mindset and direct, hands-on approach allow companies to get where they want to be faster and easier, resulting in unprecedented success and growth. Driven by her passion for supporting business leaders and their teams, Jackie is not only committed to making the process seamless and effective but also fun!Jackie cut her teeth at Fortune 500 companies where she held leadership roles in sales, operations, and talent recruitment, across various industries.With a psychology degree, she also had a stint as a mental health professional and applies her knowledge of human dynamics to her work with entrepreneurs and teams today. As the lead singer in a rock band, team building, leadership, and executive presence come naturally for Jackie in her personal life too.She can be reached via:https://www.eosworldwide.com/jackie-kiblerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jackiekiblereos/https://www.facebook.com/jackiekiblereoshttps://www.instagram.com/jackiekiblereos/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the Guest, in his own words:Steve Morris began his career designing multi-million-dollar racing yachts and leading high-performing teams to win the world’s toughest yacht races. After managing a small business and overseeing million-dollar budgets as a certified PMP for the US Navy, Steve founded his own business to help entrepreneurial leaders build better lives by transforming their businesses.Drawing on decades of experience with world-class teams, Steve guides clients to achieve clarity, focus, and results through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and Positive Intelligence (PQ). His mission is to help leaders get unstuck, fuel growth, and build cohesive, healthy teams that achieve extraordinary success.Steve’s 31-acre Colorado farm provides a sacred space for clients to reconnect, recharge, and grow. As a navigator for his clients, Steve charts clear paths through uncharted waters, offering steady guidance, transformative tools, and unwavering support to help leaders elevate their game and achieve their greatest potential.About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

Will helps entrepreneurs and their leadership teams simplify, clarify, and achieve their vision. The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) helps companies get better at three things – VISION, TRACTION, and HEALTHY.At the end of the journey with Will, organizations using EOS find that everyone is 100% on the same page regarding where the company is going and exactly how it will get there. Company leaders work together as a cohesive and functional team, and everyone in the organization makes progress each day toward achieving the vision.For 20 years Will has trained and consulted with businesses throughout the United States in management, sales, interpersonal communication, leadership training, corporate team building, hiring, and strategic planning.During the past 20 years Will specialized in sales – the three core areas of sales management training, sales training, and hiring salespeople as a member of the Sandler Training network. Sales organizations engaged Will to maximize the potential of their sales teams through implementation of the Sandler Selling [email protected](949) 355-6013https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcrist/https://www.eosworldwide.com/will-cristAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the Guest, in his own words:Eli is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and their leadership teams run their businesses smoother.After spending most of his career on the leadership teams of companies, working hard to find the right solutions or systems needed, Eli knows what it’s like to wear a lot of hats and understands the joys – and the challenges – of running a successful business.Eli is obsessed with organizational development – finding ways to successfully implement change that improves performance and gets better results, he understands that running a business is something very meaningful to its leaders and at the same time can be extremely difficult.After getting introduced to EOS he immediately fell in love with the process, Eli chose to leave his position on the leadership team to become an EOS Implementer and pursue his lifelong passion to help people/business owners and their leadership teams create a more functional business.https://www.linkedin.com/in/eli-itzkowitz/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the Guest, in his own words:As an Implementer, I’ve earned a reputation for being:Operations-minded: My clients benefit hugely from my background in operations, including project management, lean, and process design.Team-focused: I champion the entire Leadership Team, because I believe that the best way to get owners what they want from their businesses is to elevate their leaders, not just focus on the owner’s desires.In the trenches: I tell my clients that they will never remember everything I say or teach them, so they should always feel comfortable reaching out for help, knowing that I will never reprimand them for not retaining 100% of the content.Outside of work, I live in Minneapolis with my wife and three kids, and enjoy biking and reading in the rare moments I’m not chasing my kids around. I have an undergrad degree in computer science and a master’s in theology (yes, I have a bad habit of getting degrees I don’t use). My passions are people, teams, and growth, whether in a corporate or non-profit setting.As a Certified EOS Implementer® I help entrepreneurs and their leadership teams clarify their VISION, gain TRACTION in the way they execute toward that vision, and build HEALTHY teams at all levels of the company.▶️My clients grow profitably, chaos-free, and without mortgaging their lives.▶️Core Focus™: Partnering with and supporting teams and leaders for growth and success▶️Core Values: Love others without judgment, Tell the truth, Always be growing, Find the adventure, Whole-assed (a mentor once told me "Joel, your half-ass is most people’s whole-ass.”)Bottom line, I love to serve business leaders who deeply care about their people.You know you have more in you. You want to take your business to the next level. Or maybe you want to get out of the never-ending hamster wheel. I can [email protected] 📲 612.836.3656https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-swanson/, https://www.eosworldwide.com/joel-swansonAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words: As an entrepreneur, experienced marketer, and the Founder & CEO of &Marketing (and-marketing.com), Rajat “Raj” Kapur strives to provide growing businesses with unparalleled marketing strategy and execution services. He is known for bringing the best of “big company” marketing strategies to smaller companies, without the excess baggage. His team of professionals can either augment an existing team, take on the role of "Fractional CMO," or outsource the entire marketing function. In EOS parlance, Raj is the "Visionary" for &Marketing.Raj’s quarter-century of marketing, sales, and strategy development experience has spanned B2B and B2C companies, including Fortune 50, mid-sized, and startup organizations. He has a proven track record of using analytics to drive action, an unrelenting customer focus, a bias for practical implementation, and strong interpersonal skills. He is a hands-on leader, sought-after facilitator, and experienced marketing advisor with experience across five continents.About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words: With a track record of initiating and successfully exiting multiple small businesses and franchises, I bring a wealth of experience and insights to the entrepreneurial landscape. Through prosperous exits and valuable failures, I've honed my ability to navigate challenges and drive sustainable growth.Dedicated to driving organizational transformation through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), I am deeply committed to unleashing its profound impact on businesses. As an EOS Implementer, I specialize in guiding companies through the EOS journey, facilitating the adoption of its principles and methodologies to ignite growth and operational efficiency. My role involves collaborating closely with clients, providing tailored guidance and support to align their teams, clarify their vision, and implement sustainable strategies for success. By leveraging EOS, I empower businesses to unlock their full potential and thrive in today's dynamic market landscape.Currently, I'm actively seeking revenue-generating businesses to invest my time and resources into, with a focus on fostering innovation and driving impactful change. My approach is informed by an MBA from the Sam Walton College of Business and leadership skills honed during my service in the Marine Corps.Based primarily in Northwest Arkansas with ventures also in Northwest Florida, I'm deeply rooted in both communities, contributing to their economic and social fabric.Beyond business, I'm a dedicated family person, with three incredible children pursuing their passions. My wife and I are actively engaged in the Tony Robbins community, embodying a commitment to personal growth and community empowerment.As the host of a franchise-focused podcast, I delve into the stories of inspiring entrepreneurs shaping the business landscape, sharing insights and fostering connections within the industry.You can connect with Calvin at:[email protected] on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvin-smith/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I'm a Certified EOS implementer and I help businesses like yours achieve their vision and goals. Working with me means you'll get a proven system that aligns your team, clarifies your direction, and simplifies your operations. You'll also get a trusted partner who will guide you through every step of the process and hold you accountable for your results.I know it can be hard to change the way you run your business, but I promise you it will be worth it. EOS is not a quick fix or a flavor of the month. It's a complete way of managing your organization that will help you grow faster, stronger, and smarter.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianblatchley/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I was the middle of 9 children, raised in the military until I was 10, and experienced significant poverty when my father retired. I have been working since I was 11, have held over 30 different job roles and titles over my career.Began my career in construction, was injured, did vocational rehab for 14 months and yielded a specialist diploma in Accounting. Leveraged diploma:1. Accounting Manager in 2 years2. Controller in 5 years3. Manager FP&A at 8 years4. Director of Business Planning at 11 years5. CFO at 14 years6. Business owner at 18 years7. President and COO at 22 yearsI'm currently consulting and considering next career move.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ftpiet/[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:I’m Mel, a Certified EOS® Implementer and Business Coach dedicated to transforming the way entrepreneurs and business leaders lead.My journey began with a passion to make a real impact on leadership through personal and professional development. Over time, I recognized a need to help entrepreneurs and business leaders address the deeper, foundational challenges that hold them back from achieving their desired results. Whether in business or life, I believe in tackling the root causes of issues, not just the symptoms.As an EOS® Implementer, my mission is to guide professionals toward greater freedom, joy, and fulfillment by enhancing their performance and helping them make a meaningful difference in every area of their lives.I work with leaders who are ready to break through barriers and build sustainable success, using the proven Entrepreneurial Operating System® to create clarity, accountability, and growth.Industry focus: Building Materials | Residential & Commercial Construction | Interior Design | Architecture | Real Estate | Kitchen & BathShe can be reached via:[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

I was raised by my grandparents who ran a successful truck repair business. I always wanted to run my own business, but there was an unspoken rule in my family – “Go to college.” So I did—I earned a mechanical engineering degree in 1991.After graduation, I moved from New Jersey to Ireland for a year, then settled in Seattle, where I spent the next 20 years. I started my career in medical products and earned my MBA in 1999. That eventually led to 10 years with Starbucks, where I gained invaluable experience in large-scale operations and leadership.In 2015, I moved to Dallas for a new opportunity—but that role didn’t work out as planned. The upside? It led me to join a startup in 2016. I jumped at the chance to build something from the ground up with three other people.It was everything I’d hoped for—fun, exciting, challenging—but it also took a toll. The chaos of entrepreneurship began to impact both my family and my health. Despite our efforts, the business was struggling.Then we found EOS and implemented it. Within a year, we’d turned the company around. Over the next 18 months, we grew like crazy, increasing our revenue 5X and doubling our profits!There’s a smarter way to run a business. I became an EOS Implementer at the end of 2022, and I’m passionate about helping other businesses become stronger, smarter, and faster.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleeman/https://www.eosworldwide.com/[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Over the past 16 years, I’ve been a driving force in leadership teams, propelling companies to new heights.In my recent role as Integrator, I played a crucial role in steering a company from 5 employees and $600k to a whopping 54 employees and $9.5 million in annual revenue.It’s been a rollercoaster journey – filled with challenges, frustrations, and hard work.But here’s the game-changer – “Get a Grip.” This book opened my eyes to the power of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System).Fast forward four years of implementing EOS, and we witnessed remarkable improvements. The headaches and stresses we initially faced? Drastically reduced or completely gone.Now, fueled by a burning passion, I want to bring this transformative experience to your business.He can be reached via:eosworldwide.com/aaron-garciahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-garcia-eos/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I'm a Fractional Integrator for Catalyst. I'm passionate about Operational Leadership, focusing on the right mix of quantitative (numbers) and qualitative (people) elements to elevate an organization from ordinary to extraordinary. Using EOS, an operating system for businesses, he helps change the world around him by supporting businesses to find happiness and success in their missions. Being a Fractional integrator has allowed me to live a full circle purpose driven life blending my entrepreneurial roots together with the ethics/morals I grew up on.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremywalter1/https://www.catalystintegrators.com/[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the Guest, in his own words:Harvey Yergin is a driven entrepreneur and trusted advisor known for helping others unlock their unique brilliance through clarity, accountability, and bold leadership. His journey began on the pitcher's mound as a Division I baseball athlete, where he developed the grit and discipline that would shape every chapter of his career. Harvey went on to serve as Chief of Logistics for the United States Army Corps of Engineers, mastering strategic operations under pressure and leading high-performing teams.Harvey has since held key executive roles, including Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer, where he built and scaled entrepreneurial businesses from the inside out. As a Certified EOS Implementer and seasoned real estate investor, he now partners with leadership teams to simplify growth, strengthen operations, and build businesses that support a life of freedom and purpose.A dedicated husband and father of three, Harvey brings a rare blend of intensity and heart to every room he enters, whether it’s a session room, a ballpark, or his own backyard. His mission is simple: help others lead with intention, build healthy teams, and win the game of business, without losing what matters most.He can be reached via:Work: [email protected]: [email protected] Card: https://linktr.ee/harveyyerginWebsite: https://eosworldwide.com/harvey-yerginYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@harveyyerginLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/harvey-yergin-776590168/Facebook: facebook.com/harvey-yerginiv/Newsletter: https://harveyyergin.myflodesk.com/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:Sandi Mitchell is CEO of APEX Catalyst Group, a firm focusing on helping leaders and their companies grow. She founded the APEX brand in 2013 after more than twenty years in corporate America. Before Apex Catalyst Group, Sandi created a technology corporate university at a Fortune 500 company, training over 4200 employees in more than forty-six countries.Apex Catalyst Group offers Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) implementation,working with family businesses, small and mid-sized companies, and nonprofits to grow!Sandi is a Certified EOS Implementer, Certified Reinvention Practitioner, an International Coach Federation Prism Award global finalist, an award-winning trainer, an international speaker, and best-selling author.She can be reached via:https://apexcatalystgroup.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandimitchell/ [email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:A fourth-generation entrepreneur who believes business owners are the heartbeat of our economy.For years, I ran a thriving manufacturing and construction company, serving top brands like Panda Express and Four Seasons Hotels. But I quickly realized that ownership isn’t all smooth sailing—it’s full of sleepless nights and endless challenges. That’s when I found my true passion:Helping other entrepreneurs thrive.I’ve made it my mission to help business owners achieve the success they’ve always dreamed of.When you work with me, you’ll get straightforward, no-nonsense guidance tailored to you and your team’s unique goals.He can be reached via:michaelrichman.meAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Leadership Coach / Angel Investor / Husband & FatherAdam Kaplan is a Certified EOS Implementer ™ based in Royal Oak, MI. Adam has guided 20 Entrepreneurial Leadership Teams on their EOS Journeys as- Teacher: Presents a complete and proven system with simple and practical tools- Facilitator: Promotes the disciplined execution of the EOS Proven Process- Coach: Inspires team members to be their best and healthiest they can bePrior to EOS, Adam founded, owned and operated a retained executive search business specializing in recruiting Chief Operating Officers for small and medium-sized companies. He also served as Regional COO for a Private Equity owned Dental Services company. Over his career, Adam has seen both the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.Adam holds an MBA in Finance from the Goizueta Business School at Emory University, and a BA in English from Williams College.He can be reached via:linkedin.com/in/adamkaplan1About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:A seasoned leader in multiple industries with over 25+ years of delivering superior cost savings, streamlining processes, and facilitating process improvement teams. Highly skilled in coaching lean principles, data collection methodologies, and kaizen to all levels of an organization. Outstanding facilitation skills that have been successfully demonstrated with hourly associates through c-suite executives. Expert proficiency in operations, lean methodologies, problem-solving, and team building. Work history encompasses significant accomplishments across several areas: revenue growth and performance optimization; leadership and change management; performance management; customer service and client relations; training and development; and innovation and organization development. Now I help entrepreneurs and leadership teams break through ceilings, gain clarity, and achieve their vision using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®). By simplifying processes, strengthening team alignment, and driving execution, I empower businesses to scale sustainably and increase profitability.He can be reached via:https://eosworldwide.com/[email protected]://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-peckAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:PLATTinum Consulting uses our expertise to accelerate People Strategy initiatives in the areas of employee engagement, leadership development, culture assessment and improvement, performance management, staff training, communications, talent acquisition, HR process improvement, diversity, equity and inclusion and employee coaching. We serve small and medium sized non-profits and commercial businesses across the US. Founded by Rachel Platt in 2018, PLATTinum is a certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE).PLATTinum partners with clients to maintain a transparent, ongoing, open dialogue. We are advisors, taking the pressure off leaders while building client self-sufficiency. We provide a data-driven, responsive, organized approach. But most importantly, we are proactive, optimistic, approachable and occasionally funny. We place outcomes before egos and work with clients who share similar values.Rachel Platt brings 20+ years of experience helping organizations and individuals achieve enduring success through strategic human resources leadership. Through her roles as a Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President, and Regional Director in diverse organizational structures and industries, she built her reputation on her ability and track record of developing pragmatic solutions to meet complex organizational and people challenges.Rachel, a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and SHRM-SCP, co-chairs the education committee of the Inclusion Allies Coalition and is an active member of Society for Human Resource Management and the HR Leadership Forum. She is a graduate of the Goizueta Business School at Emory University and did Executive Education coursework at the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Rachel lives in the DC Metro area.She can be reached via:[email protected]://calendly.com/plattinumconsulting/intro-networkinghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelplatt/www.PLATTinumconsulting.comAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I love creating and growing businesses, both mine and those of others. Over the past 30 years, I have helped thousands of Entrepreneurs.In the 1980s, I worked for some then-small entrepreneurial startups—Apple and Microsoft—before embarking on my own Entrepreneurial journey.I have started four ventures, grown them to $10, 20, 50, and $100mm, respectively, and had successful exits.The challenges along the way have taught us many things, and luckily, our failures have not been fatal—what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger—and each was a turning point in the business.We have run our companies using EOS and love it!Helping Entrepreneurs has always been my passion. I am excited to work with entrepreneurial companies to help them leverage the power of a proven operating system, achieve their goals, and reach their next-level potential.He can be reached via:Email: [email protected] Website: ­https://magnetive.com/about-eos/Calendar https://traction.youcanbook.meLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallinAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:As a certified EOS Implementer, I prioritize helping leaders find more joy and fulfillment in their work, as well as assisting companies with making work fun again.🔑 WHAT I DO:I help business owners and leadership teams gain clarity, control, and growth by implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®). Through a proven process, I guide organizations to break through barriers, align their teams, and achieve extraordinary results.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 WHO I WORK WITH:🔹 Growth-minded business owners & CEOs🔹 Leadership teams seeking better structure & greater accountability🔹 Companies looking to scale without the chaos🔹 Entrepreneurs who want freedom from daily firefighting🔥WHY WORK WITH ME:✅ Proven Expertise – Decades of leadership in strategy, execution, and operations✅ Results-Driven Approach – Helping businesses scale sustainably & profitably✅ EOS® Mastery – Deep understanding of how to implement EOS® effectively✅ Clear Communication – Making complex concepts simple & actionable❓ WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT ME:🔹 I bring a CEO-level perspective to solving leadership and operational challenges.🔹 I have cross-industry experience in technology, professional services, and nonprofits.🔹 I’m passionate about integrating values with business success.📖 MY STORY:With a background spanning six industry sectors, I’ve spent my career leading, strategizing, and scaling organizations. I founded a management consulting firm in 2000, focusing on organizational development and strategic planning. I was a senior leader at an Inc 500 agency, and started my EOS practice in 2020.Beyond business, I’ve served on multiple boards, taught graduate-level leadership courses, and spoken at conferences about business growth, leadership, and faith-driven entrepreneurship. My mission is simple: help leaders build organizations that give them more freedom, see more impact, and have more FUN doing it.He can be reached via: www.eosworldwide.com/curt-swindollAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I began my career on the fast track at a company with annual revenue of $20B. I learned from some of the brightest, but after swimming through bureaucracy, I transitioned to a smaller firm and learned that I love the pace and personal touch of entrepreneurial organizations.Eventually, I was running a 75-person company. Upon joining I learned:-Our profits were declining-We had no consistent processes-There was a fractured relationship between the Leadership Team and Advisory BoardA friend introduced me to EOS and we brought in an implementer.While implementing EOS, we repaired relationships, addressed chronic issues, and increased our profit by 55%.We sold the business, and ultimately I realized I was all in on EOS and wanted to help business owners and leadership teams go on their own rewarding EOS journey. That’s why I made the leap and help courageous leaders like you. I live, breathe, and eat this stuff. Reach out with any questions and I will help you anyway I can.I’m fanatical about you gaining tremendously more value out of this engagement than what you pay for it. I have the combination of a top 20 MBA and in the trenches experience- this is not theoretical.He can be reached via:www.linkedin.com/in/carson-clarkeosworldwide.com/[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I am an experienced entrepreneur, business leader, and coach with a knack for helping high-growth companies hit their stride (and sometimes break speed records). As a Certified EOS Implementer®, I have facilitated over 300 sessions and helped more than 50 businesses improve their vision, strategy, execution, and results—basically, turning chaos into clarity.My focus is on guiding entrepreneurs who are ready to optimize their businesses, accelerate growth, and get their teams rowing in the same direction. My approach is all about results: clarifying the vision, creating actionable plans, and executing with precision. Think of me as a GPS for your business, but with a better sense of humor.I thrive on motivating, inspiring driven, open-minded clients who are hungry to make a difference. I focus on working with those who are passionate about achieving their goals and are willing to do whatever it takes (especially when it means working through some challenging decisions).My “why” is simple: to help clients get clarity, run better businesses, and live more fulfilling lives—all while having a bit of fun along the way. After all, why chase success if you can’t enjoy the ride? I've helped businesses not only meet but exceed their goals—numerous clients have exceeded their goals by significant multiples.Before becoming an EOS Implementer, I was a serial entrepreneur, launching and exiting two startups. I have also held leadership roles in a variety of high-tech businesses, where I gained invaluable experience—and plenty of stories—about what works and what doesn’t.Whether working with public, private, family-owned, or nonprofit organizations, I have helped over 50 businesses implement EOS to solve operational headaches, fuel growth, and create self-managed teams that support work-life balance. I've also helped many businesses maximize their value, prepare for and conduct smooth, profitable exits while avoiding the "what now?" phase.In addition to coaching clients, I enjoy facilitating CEO peer groups where i bring together like-minded leaders to share ideas, solve problems, and—yes—have a little fun. Outside of work, I find fulfillment in outdoor adventures, working to stay in peak condition (mentally and physically), and enjoying quality time with his family and friends. Because let’s face it: life’s too short not to have a little adventure!He can be reached via:[email protected]/tom-wesnerlinkedin.com/in/thomas-wesnerAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:10 years ago, my wife and I started The Life Coach School to train and certify life coaches. As Life Coaching became more mainstream and more profitable, our business took off. Long term, we wanted to eventually step out of the business but didn’t have a vision, any structure, or documented processes.At that time, we were running a multi-million dollar business by trial and error.We were working day and night to keep up and fighting fires that we were causing. So, we needed a system, a foundation to build the business on and a business we wanted to scale.4 yrs ago we found EOS and realized in order to grow the right way, we needed this operating system now. Since implementing EOS, revenue went from 5M to 17M to 26M, all with less than 10 employees!We hired the right people to take over for me, elevating them to manage the business and then I made a successful exit within 3 months thanks to EOS. I firmly believe EOS helped make our business what it is today.From this amazing experience, I realized I was meant to help other entrepreneurs get the most out of their business by implementing EOS.He can be reached via:https://www.eosworldwide.com/chris-castillo#[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Dave Borland is a four-time founding entrepreneur. Three of his businesses made the top five in his region’s business journal's Book of Lists, in three different categories. Since his last successful exit in 2014, Dave helps entrepreneurs and their leadership teams succeed – to finally get what they want from their business. As a Certified EOS Implementer™ Dave has facilitated well over 800 sessions with over 80 around the United States. His clients span dozens of industries. Many have been awarded Best Places to Work, received top awards in their industry, or made the fastest growing lists in Entrepreneur or Inc. magazines. Others had very successful owner exits.Dave is not a consultant who’s “in” your business daily, telling you what to do in detail. Rather, Dave trains, coaches, and facilitates your leadership team on a simple yet proven process that aligns all the components of your business – so that you and your leadership team can produce the results you want.He lives in Saratoga Springs, NY with his wife and dog and is a father of two.He can be reached via:https://www.eosworldwide.com/dave-borlandhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/daveborland/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I've owned businesses in the manufacturing and service arenas for over 30 years, beginning at age 24. I've owned the commercial buildings housing those businesses, and have been an EOS Integrator for a med device company, as well as serving as a Fractional EOS Integrator for other growing businesses.He can be reached via:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-kraft-490a483/[email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest:Rick’s entrepreneurial journey started in high school when he and a friend started a DJ company. Dedicated to a vision of creating the most exciting and energetic experiences, the business quickly found successes that extended far beyond the local Detroit market. Fast forward a few decades and this multi-state, award winning company provided event planning, entertainment, and AV production services for national corporate, social and educational clients.After a successful sale and exit of the business in 2018, Rick has been a teacher, a coach, and a business consultant. His superpower is his energy and passion for learning and growth, always challenging the existing status quo to find better solutions. He personally understands and experienced the power of EOS and how it offers freedom for entrepreneurs to break through their ceiling, clarify and achieve their vision, while improving the lives of leadership teams, employees and their families.Rick has been married since 2012, and has two amazing step daughters. He is also a dog dad to Luna. His goal is to make the world a better place one interaction at a time.He can be reached via:eosworldwide.com/[email protected] [email protected] the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:Stephanie Smith is a CFO and a business owner. She uses her financial background to help business owners take the one clear path to generating more cash in their business.Being in the financial world, she can look at a business and spot the underlying reasons why it is not profitable and has poor cash flow. And... more importantly, she knows how to fix it.Because of her love for numbers, Stephanie received her undergraduate degree in Mathematics. She had a short lived sprint as a high school math teacher and quickly ended up in the corporate world as an instructional designer.After years in corporate, Stephanie knew she was meant to be an entrepreneur. That is when Stephanie and her husband, Kris, started a company to help business owners get better connected to their financials.What they learned was that their clients needed more than just financials that are up-to-date; they needed a way to make good business decisions, backed by data, that would help them grow and be more profitable (and is presented in a way that is simple and easy to understand).Given her unique background, Stephanie is skilled at taking complex concepts, simplifying them, and teaching them to other people. Her mission is to use their simple 6-step process to help other business owners better understand what is working in their business, and what is not working, helping them gain the freedom (and profitability) they deserve.She can be reached via:Website: https://newlightfs.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephanieporcellosmith/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieporcellosmith/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newlightfsEmail: [email protected] Cash Flow Course: https://newlightfs.com/cashflow/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I'm a refugee of corporate America, and never really "fit in". I think that is the sign of real entrepreneurial spirit. An attitude of not settling. I see work as a great tool for self discovery. Actually, any endeavor can be.He can be reached via:TheShereckGroup.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeshereck/https://www.eosworldwide.com/mike-shereckAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest:Suzy Joeckel helps CEOs and their leadership teams succeed. As a Professional EOS Implementer®, Certified Business Coach, lifelong entrepreneur, and nationally recognized award-winning leader, Suzy brings over 22 years of business experience to her clients.She has founded and grown three successful ventures from startups to $30M, $20M, and $50M in annual revenue across real estate, tech, and high-growth industries. Suzy’s leadership spans real estate, tech, high-ticket sales, law, education, construction, finance, auto, telecom, consulting, coaching, environmental, holistic, and food & beverage.Her work has earned her top accolades, including the Innovation and Entrepreneurial Award from the National Association of Realtors, the 50 Most Influential Women Award from Mecklenburg Times, and the Woman of the Year Award from the National Association of Professional Women.Suzy’s passion is helping people design and live successful, fulfilling lives through powerful leadership, effective communication, and healthy teamwork.She can be reached via: eosworldwide.com/suzy-joeckelAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:John Dicanio is a seasoned specialist in alternative finance, with a career spanning over 16 years dedicated to building and scaling high-impact sales and funding organizations. Known for his strategic insights and commitment to results, John has established more than seven successful sales organizations and co-founded two funding companies—one of which achieved a standout exit at five times EBITDA, while the other continues to fund in excess of $7 million each month. His ability to grow sales teams that excel in both customer acquisition and retention has positioned him as a leader in alternative finance.John’s expertise lies in training teams to rigorously vet and analyze business profiles, ensuring quality funding decisions that support long-term growth. His depth of knowledge in financing solutions has fueled his unique approach to risk assessment and client alignment, empowering his teams to deliver tailored funding options that drive success for businesses across various industries.An innovator and problem-solver, John understands the importance of agility in a constantly evolving financial landscape. His proven track record of optimizing operations and nurturing top-tier talent has made him a go-to professional for those seeking strategic guidance in alternative finance. Whether leading a funding operation or consulting on sales strategies, John Dicanio is dedicated to advancing the finance field and helping businesses realize their full potential.He can be reached via:https://www.tiktok.com/@johnny_cash_advanceinsta: @johnny_cash_advanceAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words: Josh Kosnick is a Bridge Builder—a leader forged through fire and guided by faith. As the founder of Kairos Coaching and an EOS Implementer, he empowers individuals and organizations to align vision with execution, transforming struggles into steppingstones toward fulfillment.With firsthand experience in building and exiting three successful businesses, Josh brings a unique perspective on creating sustainable value and long-term impact. Through his masterminds and mentorship, he inspires others to embrace their calling,overcome adversity, and build legacies rooted in authenticity, resilience, and generosity of spirit.Passionate about men’s mental health and personal growth, Josh helps others transform pain into purpose, guiding them to lead lives of meaning and significance.He can be reached via:www.joshkosnick.com@JoshKosnickAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest:David Behney helps struggling business owners craft and achieve their financial goals through management consulting, executive coaching, private lending, and much more.David Behney has built relationships with regional banking firms that help support the needs of the client, including reworking critical situations into a positive impact. Founded in 2019, Behney Management Strategies provides fractional CFO services for companies that range from $1-15 million in sales revenue throughout Central Pennsylvania. David’s personal experience with his family’s business compels him to help other company owners understand how to plan financially for growth, as well as avoiding major debt or facing bankruptcy. In other words, David is a forward planner for the client’s positive financial goals.In addition to his work as a Fractional CFO, he is a Lebanon County native, father/husband/Disney family oriented professional, and author of the Lessons with Lily blog.He can be reached via:https://behneymanagement.com/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner.Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business.By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words: Richard Parker has been helping people achieve their dreams of owning a business for over 30 years. His ‘How To Buy A Good Business At A Great Price’ program has sold over 100,000 copies in more than 80 countries. He was a partner with Ray Dalio and the Dalio family office for four years in an investment firm that was set up for Richard to mentor one of Ray’s sons in the art of buying businesses. He has personally purchased 13 of his own companies plus one co-investment with purchase prices ranging from $50,000 to over $200 million. Richard has appeared in Forbes, The New York Times, TheStreet.com, Entrepreneur Magazine, Inc., and has over 200 published articles to his credit. He can be reached via: RichardParker.com https://www.youtube.com/@richardparkerdiomo https://www.facebook.com/RichardParkerDiomo https://www.instagram.com/richardparkerdiomo/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardparkerdiomo/ About the Host: Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies. Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/ Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Clinton is a successful entrepreneur with over 9 years of experience in leadership and coaching as a business owner. Growing his own Medical Record Review company while also serving as a VP of Sales for a Health and Wellness Start up. He is currently an Implementer of the Entrepreneurial Operating System, helping entrepreneurs and business owners get more of what they want from their business. He was introduced to EOS as a client and after seeing the power of the EOS model in how it transformed his own business and life. He unlocked his passion for EOS and took the leap of faith to help other entrepreneurs get more fo what they want from their businesses.Clinton is passionate about helping entrepreneurs get what they want from their business as well as their personal lives. In 2020 Clinton experienced a major health scare leaving him with a fairly terminal diagnosis at an early stage in life. Doctors told him he had a rare autoimmune condition that had never been cured or reversed. Over the following year and a half Clinton set out to do exactly what no one had done and sucessfully cured his ailment. Through documenting his recovery journey, he controbutes a large portion of his recovery to intentionally designing his perspective and life style.Clinton's current mission is to not only help entrepreneurs achieve financial success with their business but internal success within their personal lives. He does this by implementing his Intentional Life Style Design program which is the result of documenting his recovery journey.Clinton lives between San Diego, New Jersey, and Sumatra Indonesia where he is building a boutique Wellness and Surf Retreat.About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in her own words:I am an EOS Implementer and a seasoned entrepreneur. Throughout my career, I have owned seven businesses—four that I started from scratch and three that I acquired. Among these ventures, I experienced one significant failure, currently retain ownership of two, and have successfully exited four, including one that I expanded over five years and sold for ten times its acquisition price.I understand the complexities of managing challenges related to people, time, and finances. My mission is to assist like-minded entrepreneurs in optimizing their strategies by focusing on effective execution to achieve desired results. Having collaborated with over 1,000 businesses, I leverage these experiences to help leadership teams align fully with their vision and execute it with discipline and accountability. Clients describe me as optimistic yet realistic, knowledgeable, and embodying a 'help first' attitude committed to their success.About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:Adam Goldschmiedt is a Certified EOS Implementer/ Executive Business Coach. He has been working with entrepreneurs for over 20 years, helping leadership teams get aligned, stay focused, and create businesses that are both profitable AND enjoyable.Connect with Adam here:https://www.eosworldwide.com/adam-goldschmiedthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-goldschmiedt/About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:James Wisdom is a distinguished former executive, entrepreneur and a Professional EOS Implementer with a proven record of transforming businesses and empowering leaders to achieve their full potential.With a diverse background that includes executive leadership roles in major corporations and a passion for helping entrepreneurs, James brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution.Strategic Leadership & Marketing Expertise:James has a strong history of developing and executing innovative marketing strategies, with experience in transforming underperforming marketing functions. As Vice President of Digital Marketing at Randstad USA, he led a rebranding effort that repositioned the company as a "human forward" staffing partner. He also grew revenue by $13.6 million through strategic transitions in digital advertising and by designing a unique data-driven response to Google For Jobs that unlocked $15.8 million in additional annual revenue.As VP of Integrated Marketing at Aflac, James led an initiative that resulted in the retention of over $3B in revenue. He revolutionized how the company set and exceeded marketing objectives, launching their first direct-to-consumer initiative and the Aflac Duck on social media. He also led the creation of the first-ever iPad sales app for field agents.His consulting experience includes working with industry leaders such as Lowe’s, Best Buy, Cargill, and United Airlines to address challenges across digital marketing, e-commerce, social media, multi-channel, and the customer experience.James's experience at QVC included managing QVC.com's online strategy team and conceiving initiatives to drive sales to $1 billion annually.EOS Implementation & Organizational Development:As a Professional EOS Implementer®, James empowers business owners to regain control, unlock their full potential, and that of their teams and companies..Experience & Industry Acumen:James's extensive experience includes over 6 years as Owner/CEO of a strategic marketing firm in the Greater Philadelphia Area. He has also served in leadership positions at Randstad USA, Aflac and QVC and as a management consultant at Accenture. He serves as a volunteer Senior Advisor and Chief Marketing Officer for Gold Star Gamers, a nonprofit helping Gold Star Kids.Connect with James here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameswisdom/https://linktr.ee/jwisdomAbout the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8

About the guest, in his own words:I’m the self-proclaimed SEO Sommelier, ad professor, agency owner, golf fanatic, marathon runner, and environmentalist. I aim to make search engine optimization more accessible and enjoyable for all.Visit DigitalNeighbor.com to learn about our team of integrated digital marketing experts, or SEOSommelier.com to inquire about my SEO workshops. When I’m not out saving the world (from search engine disasters), I can be found sampling wine, at a museum, or golf course around Tampa, Florida. Cheers to great-tasting SEO!About the Host:Ross Stockdale is a Fractional CMO, marketing consultant, and business owner. Thunder Stock Marketing helps small business owners profitably scale their business. By leveraging a fractional CMO, SMB owners in the B2B service space can profitably scale and grow without the cost and commitment of a full-time CMO or the hassle of working with marketing agencies.Visit my website at: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/Subscribe on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY?si=5adcb6d7c8b54ef8