This is The Decision by Nashville EO. On this podcast, you will hear the rest of the story after tough decisions were made by Entrepreneurs who faced adversity and lived to tell about it.
Josh Pittman is the Founder and CEO of Pip, which simplifies diabetes care through safe, painless, and easy-to-use lancets. Under his leadership, the company has grown its reach across the US and expanded distribution into DTC and retail channels.
Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path. It’s a journey defined by risks, resilience, and moments that test your conviction. How can you choose between safety...
Amber Kaset is the Founder of AK Investigations, a private investigation firm specializing in criminal defense and high-stakes legal cases. She is also the Founder of the Investigative Expert Method, a comprehensive online training platform for criminal defense investigators, paralegals, and attorneys. For over 22 years, Amber has worked on complex criminal and civil cases nationwide, including capital murder, sex offenses, federal...
Clay Ezell is the Co-owner and President of The Compost Company, a Middle Tennessee firm that converts organic waste into high-quality compost and soil blends. He also serves as President of the Tennessee Composting Council and is active in regional environmental and recycling networks. As a USCC-Certified Site Operator, Clay trained through New York’s EarthMatter program.
Impactful industry changes often ...
Luke McElroy is the Founder and President of Orange Thread, an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing media and event production company. Under his leadership, Orange Thread has partnered with some of the world’s most recognized celebrities and businesses, including Chick-fil-A, American Idol, and Blake Shelton. Luke is also the Founder of SALT Conferences, a creative leadership event company that helps churches leverage technology and storytel...
Elle Harvey is the Founder of A New Leaf Nature School, an outdoor education institution focused on nature, emerging curricula, and learning through project work. Since opening the first summer camp in 2005, she has built A New Leaf into a model for holistic, nature-based learning. Elle has experience in ecology, curriculum development, and early childhood education. She emphasizes co-research and integration of environmental scien...
Justin Lowe is the Principal of Centric Architecture, an architecture and design firm specializing in projects, including commercial, residential, historical preservation, and planning. In his role as a designer, he specializes in making beautiful and unique spaces. As a seventh-generation Nashville resident, Justin emphasizes design that helps the city scale while maintaining its local charm.
Many entrepr...
John Lupear is the Founder and President of Prodigy, a smart home technology and AV solutions company. The company specializes in home automation, entertainment, and security systems. Under John’s leadership, Prodigy offers commercial and residential AV services.
Entrepreneurs sometimes face the difficult decision of whether to push through tough economic downturns or close shop and start fresh. When finan...
Robert Hartline is the Founder and CEO of CallProof, a company that helps B2B sales teams manage their customers using a sales activity reporting system. He has been a member of EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) since 2016. He is also a Professional EOS Implementer for EOS Worldwide, where he shares his experience using the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to scale a business from $10 million to $100 million within three years...
John Lavey is the President and CEO of Hammock Inc., a leading B2B content marketing firm. He led a management buyout in 2022, completing a long-term succession plan with Hammock’s founder. As a healthcare journalist, John has spent over 25 years in custom media working for more than 100 healthcare client organizations.
Many leaders eventually face the question of whether they are truly steering their work...
Robert Hartline is the Founder and CEO of CallProof, a company that helps B2B sales teams manage their customers using a sales activity reporting system. He has been a member of EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) for about eight years. He is also a Professional EOS Implementer for EOS Worldwide, where he shares his experience using the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) to scale a business from $10 million to $100 million in thre...
Alane Boyd is the Co-founder of Biggest Goal, formerly BGBO Co, an AI-powered systems and automations consultancy that builds workflows in Monday.com, Asana, and ClickUp. As a serial entrepreneur with over three decades of experience in tech, she launched three SaaS ventures and achieved two successful exits. Alane is also a keynote speaker and has been featured in publications, including Entrepreneur, HuffPost, and Fem Founder.
Grant Rosenblatt is the Founder of Honky Tonk Party Ventures, the country’s fastest-growing tour company, which includes the Honky Tonk Party Express, Bar, Shuttle, and Shop. With over 18 years of experience in B2B and B2C sales, marketing, and event planning, he was the Director of Marketing at Joyride Tours, LLC, a point-to-point on-demand transportation service. Grant has pioneered the “transportainment” industry, which focuses ...
Chris Parker is the Owner of CITY Construction, LLC, a Nashville-based general contracting company specializing in commercial construction projects ranging from restaurant build-outs to large-scale renovations. Under Chris’ leadership, CITY Construction has delivered high-profile projects such as the food court renovations at Bridgestone Arena, while maintaining a reputation for tackling challenging and creative builds that require...
Adam Rosenberg is the Founder of AGB Real Estate, which revitalizes neglected real estate assets in sought-after neighborhoods. He is also the Co-founder and Advisor of House of Attention, a creative studio that specializes in immersive and interactive experiences. As a multifamily real estate developer, Adam identifies creative ways to convert existing assets into profitable apartment buildings.
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Greg Lemon, CPA, is the Senior Consultant at Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC, one of the largest accounting firms in Middle Tennessee. With experience in accounting and consulting, he provides strategic financial guidance to clients across various industries. Greg is also the Founder and former Principal of Greg Lemon, CPA, PLLC.
Navigating personal upheaval while leading a business can feel overwhelming. Divo...
Jolene Tate is a Franchise Owner of HireQuest Direct, a women-owned staffing agency with 14 locations across Tennessee, Arizona, and Indiana. Over the past 20 years, she has expanded her business from a single Nashville office into one of the top-performing franchises in the HireQuest network. Jolene is also the Founder of the Women in Networking Construction group, which supports women in the industry.
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Will Wilson is the CEO of Tennessee Cheesecake, which crafts custom desserts for the food service industry. He grew up in the business after his mother founded it in 1981. For over 15 years, Will has led Tennessee Cheesecake from a product-centric to a service-oriented company, focusing on team development and adaptability.
Many entrepreneurs find themselves stuck in chaos juggling growth, operations, and ...
Scott Spiro is the Founder and President of SugarShot, a strategic IT and cybersecurity firm he merged with his previous company, Computer Solutions Group. With over two decades of experience in technology and leadership, he developed SugarShot into a nationally recognized managed service provider before it was acquired by Treeline, a VC-backed platform, in 2024. Scott is also an angel investor and has spoken about cybersecurity on...
Jay Graves is the Co-CEO of Blueprint.Inc, where he leads operations and technology for the StyleBlueprint platform. With over 25 years of experience in data-driven businesses, he co-founded and sold SmartDM and SSB, which focused on data warehousing, digital marketing, and technology operations. With these companies, Jay generated value for clients, including the NBA, the NFL, and NASCAR.
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Taylor Thomas is the Founder of One Hour Shades, which offers same-day design and installation for window shades. He is also the Co-founder and former CEO of Samplize, a company offering peel-and-stick paint samples. Under Taylor’s leadership, Samplize expanded through partnerships with major retailers and was acquired by Material Bank in 2022, where he now serves as Senior Vice President. In 2022, he was recognized on Forbes' 30 U...
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.
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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.
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