All Podcast Episodes
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Riley Epps (State Tax Advisors)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Jessie Warner sits down with Riley Epps, founder and managing partner of State Tax Advisors, to discuss the complexities of state and local tax compliance, building a niche business, and what it takes to scale a specialized professional services firm. Riley shares lessons from decades in the…
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Paul Adams (Sound Financial Group)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Paul Adams, CEO and founder of Sound Financial Group, to explore how financial planning, leadership, and long-term thinking intersect. Paul shares his unconventional approach to wealth management, building a values-driven business, and why designing your life first is the foundation for financial…
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John Morgan – Pelagic
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with John Morgan, Founder and CEO of Pelagic, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of building resilient supply chains for high-growth consumer brands. John shares lessons from his journey through SpaceX, startup leadership, and scaling Pelagic into a trusted partner for companies navigating…
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Sanjay Bhatia (Runday.ai)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Sanjay Bhatia, CEO and founder of Runday.ai and a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience building AI-driven companies. Their conversation explores how artificial intelligence is transforming sales, marketing, and customer engagement, while highlighting the importance of combining human expertise with AI-powered systems. What…
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Brad Hawkins (Infinite Protection)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Brad Hawkins, CEO of Infinite Protection and a longtime entrepreneur focused on making cybersecurity accessible for small businesses. Their conversation explores the growing cybersecurity challenges facing entrepreneurs, the importance of building security-minded cultures, and how leaders can create lasting impact through both…
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Thomas Hood (Shade Doctor)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Thomas Hood, President and CEO of Shade Doctor, to discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, and the mindset required to build a market-leading company. Thomas shares his journey from mowing lawns as a teenager to leading a rapidly growing national organization, while offering…
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Thiru Thangarathinam (KeenStack)
Host Taylor Baker sits down with Thiru Thangarathinam, CEO and Founder of KeenStack and a longtime technology entrepreneur, to discuss building and scaling IT services companies, creating a culture-driven organization, and navigating growth in an increasingly AI-powered business landscape. The conversation explores the mindset, leadership principles, and strategic focus required to build sustainable, enterprise-focused businesses.…
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Anthony Koltenuk (Pledged Inc.)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Anthony Koltenuk, founder of Pledged Inc., a platform designed to help universities better manage and grow their corporate relationships. Their conversation explores how better data, stronger collaboration, and thoughtful technology can unlock new opportunities for higher education institutions and the businesses that…
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Emil Abedian (Counsel CPAs)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Emil Abedian, CEO and founder of Counsel CPAs, to discuss the power of specialization, building a scalable service business, and helping law firms grow through strategic accounting, tax planning, and advisory services. Emil shares lessons from his entrepreneurial journey, the importance of…