ProfitSense Episode 53: Andrew Sullivan, Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management, Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc., and Jim Pursley, Factory Automation Systems
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ProfitSense Episode 53: Andrew Sullivan, Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management, Ken Madren, PermaTherm Inc., and Jim Pursley, Factory Automation Systems

ByBill McDermott

On this episode of ProfitSense, we welcomed three accomplished company leaders to delve into various aspects of successful businesses, financial management, and future planning. Andrew Sullivan, Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management, discussed year-end financial planning and common issues that prevent people from achieving financial success in retirement. Ken Madren of PermaTherm shared the impact of communication on business…

ProfitSense Episode 52: Dee Barnes, Evans Tool & Die and Evans Metal Stamping & Laser Cutting
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ProfitSense Episode 52: Dee Barnes, Evans Tool & Die and Evans Metal Stamping & Laser Cutting

ByBill McDermott

Dee Barnes, CEO of Evans Tool and Die, joined host Bill McDermott to discuss how her 75-year-old family-owned business has successfully navigated the manufacturing industry’s challenges and embraced its opportunities. Dee focused on the importance of trade skills within the sector and the resurgence of manufacturing in the United States. They also delved into how…

The Ugly Truth About Closely Held Businesses
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The Ugly Truth About Closely Held Businesses

ByBill McDermott

Every business owner has a big dream for their business and wants to make it happen. The problem is many business owners think they can stop working without transitioning ownership. This belief says that these owners believe that their businesses are an asset that can produce returns without their involvement. To most people however, the…

ProfitSense Episode 50: Chris Caldwell, Highland Trust Partners & Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors
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ProfitSense Episode 50: Chris Caldwell, Highland Trust Partners & Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors

ByBill McDermott

Chris Caldwell, Partner at Highland Trust Partners, and Aaron Wynn, President of Hunter Recruitment Advisors, were guests on this episode of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott. Chris discussed how he got into financial planning, who they most often work with, the business owner’s level of preparedness for the future, how business planning unfolds, and much more. Aaron began…

3 Essential Steps to a Successful Business Exit
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3 Essential Steps to a Successful Business Exit

ByBill McDermott

A successful business exit can be a complex and daunting process. There are many factors to consider, such as the value of the business, the best way to sell it, and how to ensure a smooth transition. That’s why it’s essential for business owners to consider following these three major steps.  One of the best…

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 48: Barry Adams, Peachtree Awnings & Marika Ponton, Office Angels
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ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 48: Barry Adams, Peachtree Awnings & Marika Ponton, Office Angels

ByBill McDermott

Host Bill McDermott welcomed two accomplished entrepreneurs to this edition of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott: Barry Adams, Peachtree Awnings, and Marika Ponton, Office Angels. Barry shared how his inspiration for starting his business was to “make people smile” and how that mission guides both their work and care for their associates. He also talked about associate…

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 47: Jonathan Strack and Eric Cooley, Strack, Inc. & Chris Smith, CB Smith & Associates
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ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 47: Jonathan Strack and Eric Cooley, Strack, Inc. & Chris Smith, CB Smith & Associates

ByBill McDermott

On this edition of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Jonathan Strack and Eric Cooley from Strack, Inc., and Chris Smith, CB Smith & Associates, joined us for a discussion on building their respective businesses and adapting to the digital age. Jonathan and Eric talked about cultivating a company culture, getting outside their comfort zone to recruit talent and…

ProfitSense Episode 46: Dr. Laronta Rush, Healthy Minds Psychology Assoc.; Dr. Brooke Jones, Fresh Start for the Mind; Dr. Brianna Gaynor, Peace of Mind Psychological Services; and Kristen Fraser, LPC, Canton Counseling 
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ProfitSense Episode 46: Dr. Laronta Rush, Healthy Minds Psychology Assoc.; Dr. Brooke Jones, Fresh Start for the Mind; Dr. Brianna Gaynor, Peace of Mind Psychological Services; and Kristen Fraser, LPC, Canton Counseling 

ByBill McDermott

On this edition of ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, four independent mental health professionals joined host Bill McDermott. Dr. Laronta Rush, Dr. Brooke Jones, Dr. Brianna Gaynor and Kristen Fraser, LPC discussed their friendship and how they came together, supporting each other as business owners and mental health professionals, how they navigated changes during the pandemic, a major…

Is Your Business Suffocating?
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Is Your Business Suffocating?

ByBill McDermott

Cash is to a business what oxygen is to a person. A business can’t “breathe” without it. 80% of businesses fail within the first 5 years in business and the number one reason is a lack of cash (capital). But the lack of capital is not the cause. Many businesses need sufficient cash to figure…

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