Million Dollar Relationships

What happens when one invitation around a firepit turns into a global movement?

In this episode of the Million Dollar Relationships podcast, host Kevin Thompson sits down with Stephen Reiter, founder of Right Turn Media and a key figure in the Holy Smokes Club—a global community where faith, friendship, and honest conversations thrive. Stephen shares how childhood passions led to a career in radio, the personal impact of losing h...

Can clearly defining your values be the difference between a business that struggles and one that thrives?

In this episode, Dan Truex, co-founder of Owners Guard, a fast-growing security company redefining industry standards, shares the path from military and law enforcement service to entrepreneurship—and how redefining personal success, aligning values, and building powerful relationships shaped every step. With humility and cl...

What if the support you need is waiting on the other side of vulnerability? In this powerful episode of the Million Dollar Relationships podcast, Kevin sits down with Serena Mastin, founder of Pulse Marketing and author of Exposed: You Can’t Heal When You Hide. Serena shares the raw, personal story behind building her agency—from early success to navigating the grief of losing her husband to suicide in the wake of addiction, debt, ...

What if the key to transforming your financial future isn’t a new tactic, but a deeper relationship—with someone who’s already solved the problem you’re facing?

In this episode of the Million Dollar Relationships Podcast, Kevin Thompson speaks with Noah Rosenfarb, a third-generation CPA who helps successful entrepreneurs drastically reduce their tax burdens. Noah shares how a single connection and a viral moment within the Entrep...

What happens when your personal mission becomes the foundation of your business strategy and legacy?

In this episode of Million Dollar Relationships, Kevin sits down with entrepreneur and visionary Sam Vandervalk to explore how mission, personal growth, and relationships shape business success. Sam shares his evolution from fishing guide to multi-business founder, revealing how SEO, hospitality, and systems thinking propelled his...

How can the most meaningful business breakthroughs start with a simple, genuine conversation?

In this insightful episode, Kristen Nolan, a powerhouse connector from Interview Valet, opens up about her journey from hospitality and sales to becoming a vital bridge between high-performing entrepreneurs and podcast audiences. She shares how a deep respect for connection, service, and genuine curiosity has shaped her mission, not just t...

Could your next breakthrough come not from working harder—but from surrendering control?

In this episode, Kevin speaks with entrepreneur and bestselling author Markus Kaulius, who shares his transformative journey from scaling a $170M supplement business to exiting it and stepping into a new life of listening, faith, and mentorship. Markus opens up about the internal reckoning that comes after achieving massive financial success ...

Can a single relationship reshape your business, your faith, and your future all at once?

In this episode, Hunter Hensley, co-founder of Simple Check and Free Life Funding, to explore how one introduction can set off a series of life-changing events. Hunter’s story begins in the world of blue-collar work and ends with building a fintech product that's transforming the coaching and dental industries. Along the way, he shares how a...

What if the most defining influence in your life came from someone you worked with as a teenager, and their impact continues to guide you decades later?

In this episode, Kevin Thompson talks with Bill Kasko about the man who unknowingly shaped his future: Ronnie Horton. From stocking shelves and bagging groceries to building a national staffing agency, Bill traces his entrepreneurial path back to a mentor who modeled integrity, l...

What if access to personal growth programs didn’t depend on having cash up front? In this episode, Ben Gower and Brandon Sowers, co-founders of Shiloh Finance, unpack how their fintech startup is breaking down the financial barriers to coaching and education by helping programs offer affordable payment plans without sacrificing upfront revenue. The conversation also dives into their shared history in the coaching and sales world, k...

What does it feel like to brush up against death twice—and still believe in kindness?

In this intense and deeply personal episode, Kevin speaks with Benjamin Shrader, an event producer who recently survived the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Benjamin recounts the events of that day, including his surreal invitation to the rally, his interaction with Trump, and the chaos that followed. He also opens up a...

How do the relationships you build shape your success and personal growth? In this episode of Million Dollar Relationships, host Kevin sits down with entrepreneur Nick Anderson to explore the profound impact of relationships on both business and personal life. Nick shares his journey, emphasizing the role of meaningful connections in his growth as a leader, husband, and father. He delves into the philosophy behind One Accord, his c...

What if one conversation could change the trajectory of your business? Entrepreneur and product developer David Sanborn shares how a chance encounter at a networking event led to the sale of his company and transformed his career. From launching a consumer brand in his garage to building a global manufacturing operation, David discusses the power of relationships, the evolution of e-commerce, and the impact of strategic partnership...

How do some copywriters consistently create messages that engage, persuade, and convert? In this Million Dollar Relationships Podcast episode, David Deutsch, a direct-response expert with over 30 years of experience, shares his journey from Madison Avenue to becoming a sought-after consultant for top brands. He reveals the key lessons he learned from marketing legend Jay Abraham, the power of building relationships, and the importa...

Entrepreneurs often focus on scaling their businesses, but what if the key to exponential growth wasn’t in strategy or networking, but in the strength of their marriage?

In this episode of Million Dollar Relationships, Kevin speaks with Kelly Clements, a coach who specializes in helping entrepreneurial couples grow together instead of apart. Kelly shares her journey from working at Strategic Coach to becoming an expert in guiding...

What’s the true power of relationships in business? In this episode, Kevin welcomes Nicholas Louise, a seasoned expert in sales, business development, and relationship-building. Nicholas shares his insights on the critical role relationships play in business success, sales strategy, and long-term impact. From his early days learning the craft of sales to his experience working with industry legends like Dan Kennedy, he reveals ...

What do motocross racing and business leadership have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of the Million Dollar Relationships Podcast, Kevin sits down with Kenneth Gembel, founder of Luck Unlimited Group Holdings, to explore the mindset, discipline, and strategies that drive both professional success and personal fulfillment. Kenneth shares his journey from leading high-performance automotive manufacturing teams t...

What if one relationship could change everything? In this episode, Aleric Heck, an expert in YouTube advertising and a passionate advocate for impact-driven entrepreneurship, shares how key relationships have shaped his career, from learning the ropes of business operations to scaling multimillion-dollar ventures. He discusses the power of strategic networking, the ripple effect of business impact, and the pivotal mentors who have ...

What’s the key to unlocking exponential business growth? In this episode, Kristen Luidhardt shares how the right connections have shaped her career, from political marketing to helping businesses grow through values-based strategies. She discusses the power of mentorship, the pivotal role of peer groups, and how aligning with the right people can lead to transformative business success. Kristen also shares personal stories of h...