Keys 2 The City Podcast

In this episode of Keys 2 The City, I sit down with Charles Bayani—CEO and founder of The Payment HQ—to unpack how he's quietly disrupting the $500B+ payment processing industry. From humble beginnings in banking to building a 7-figure company that helps business owners avoid getting crushed by big banking, Charles drops insight on mindset, entrepreneurship, and what most brands don’t know about their merchant accounts.

🚀 In this episode of Keys 2 The City, we sit down with elite fitness coach Christian Bautista (@christianbautista.ms) to break down how he plans to turn his fitness brand into a 95% online coaching business, scaling from $12K/month to $50K+ in digital revenue. 

Christian, has a Master’s in Sport Performance, has built a thriving fitness brand by sharing fat loss recipes, transformation stories, and coaching insights. But ...

In this episode of Keys 2 The City, we sit down with Jimmy Silva, the visionary owner of Jaunt Coffee Roasters. 

Join us as we dive into Jimmy's inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, community engagement, and brand building in the competitive coffee industry.

🔑 Episode Highlights:

-The story behind the creation of Jaunt Coffee Roasters
-Key challenges faced in building a successful coffee brand...

Dizzy Doan is an artist (tattoo), author, and philanthropist from San Diego, CA. His efforts with The Doan Foundation empowers next generation youth to pursue the arts through his generous scholarships. Most recently, Dizzy has became the first Vietnamese American to join the Arts and Culture Commission in San Diego where he will continue to make impact in the arts community and provide socio-economical impacts throughout our home ...

Patrick Hizon is a music producer and songwriter based in Southern California. He started playing piano at a very young age and played in a few bands growing up through middle school and some college. His priority as a producer is to help you to feel what you've been needing to feel at that time - he intends to create a safe place for people to experience and express through music. 
 
Patrick joins Christian to discuss...

Rex and Luna are restaurateurs, community advocators, and generational wealth providers based in San Diego, CA. Together they founded Luna's Lunpia, "Filipino Food with a Twist." They currently have one brick-and-mortar located in Poway, CA. Their goal for Luna's Lunpia is to connect with diverse individuals through the love language of food, expand territory, and provide generational impact for their beloved Fi...

Gee Q Pham is an entrepreneur, artist, and Vietnamese cultural advocate. 
 
Gee Q Pham joins Christian to discuss the current state of Hip Hop in San Diego, artist marketing strategies, why it's important for artists to view themselves as entrepreneur first, and future impact for Vinglish in the music industry. 
 
Gee Q Pham:  https://www.instagram.com/geeqpham1904
 
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Dane Amar is an international pop star artist, entrepreneur, and Lao cultural representative. He is from San Diego, CA but has now taken his efforts globally with his major hit song, "Green Tea and Honey."  
 
Dane Amar joins Christian to discuss the current state of the music industry, artist marketing strategy, and personal stories of his family's upbringing. His care for the Lao culture and family upbringi...

Marvelous Muncher is a foodie, influencer, social media manager, and marketing expert! He is based in San Diego, CA with intentions to travel the world promoting food businesses everywhere! 
 
Marvelous Muncher joins Christian to discuss brand strategy, marketing, life as a foodie and influencer, and how to leverage social media to expand your brand and business! 
 
Be Marvelous!!! 

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Nico Barraza is an ex-pro athlete, counselor, and pickleballer! Nico is also the host of the Starve the Ego Feed the Soul Podcast (link in description)! Nico specializes in individual, couples, and athlete counseling! 

Nico joins Christian to discuss growing in underserved communities, decoupling generational trauma, managing depression, enriching life through the spirit of God, and much more! 

Nico Barraza:  http...

Jazerai is the founder of True to Size, sneaker icon, and brand designer. Based in New York with roots in San Diego, Jazerai has taken fashion and branding from coast-to-coast! Her mission is to design brand strategy and experiences that speak to the heart of communities. Her company is 100% women owned and operated! 

Jazerai sits down with Christian to discuss how to develop a good brand that consumers can become obsessed...

Dizzy Doan is an artist (tattoo), author, and philanthropist from San Diego, CA. Known predominantly for his Japanese art, Dizzy has solidified himself as the "go-to" man to get tatted by when in San Diego. After almost 20 years in his tattoo career, Dizzy launched a book called, "Memento: Embracing The Darkness". In addition, he has started his nonprofit, "The Doan Foundation" to  help give the youth ...

Golden Tate is a former NFL Wide Receiver (10 Years In The League), Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowler, Notre Dame Alumni, Co-owner of the Golden Future Foundation, Man of God, Husband, and Father.

Golden Tate joins Christian to discuss what it's like growing in a broken family,  life in sports, faith and ministry in the marketplace, sowing seeds, and donut addictions.

Golden Tate:  / @showtimetate

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DJ Young is a professional Pickleball athlete currently ranked 17 in the world! He is also a real estate investor, father, and generational wealth builder.

DJ Young joins Christian to talk about early life upbringing and the impact DJ's father and mother contributed to his success as an athlete. They further discuss the importance of pursuing your God-given abilities, relationships, partnerships, grit, and perseveranc...

CJ Yu is a business mogul and one of San Diego's Top Producers as a Real Estate Agent. He is an agent and partner for Team Z Realty and founder of The Yu Group. 

CJ Yu joins Christian to talk about being a top real estate agent in San Diego, key tips to build bigger and better business, relationships, and most importantly their shared perspectives on faith and ministry in the marketplace. 

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Welcome to "Keys 2 The City," where the Kingdom Enables Your Success. Join your host, Christian Graham, and special guest Joe Ortega, as they delve into the intersection of faith, entrepreneurship, and stewardship.

In this illuminating conversation, Christian and Joe explore the principles of operating faith-based businesses and working alongside Christ-like entrepreneurs. Guided by the belief that we are called ...

Join Christian and Lauren on a transformative journey as we delve into the depths of self-awareness in this episode. In a world often characterized by the mere act of survival, we invite you to explore the profound shift from merely existing to truly thriving. Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, we unravel the layers of the survivalist mentality and illuminate the path towards a more fulfilling existence.
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