.jpg)
The Next Level Project
In all elements of life - it is important to try and get to the next level. In this podcast Drew Brandom interviews owners and founders of companies from 10 employees to multiple thousand employees to better understand how they achieve success. We talk about upbringing, starting years, failures and success along the way. Tune in to learn from trail blazers who have already paved the way.
Episodes
24 episodes
EP 24 -Theresa Rulien - CEO - Child Guidance Center
In this episode we get to hear from Theresa Rulien who was born right here in Jacksonville, Florida. She is the current CEO of Child Guidance Center and has been leading the company for 14 years. We get to hear about her love of th...
•
54:37
Ep 23 - David Koehn - Founder - Koehn Outdoor
In this episode we hear from the founder of Koehn Outdoor. David truly steps up to the plate in this interview and shares the ups and downs of running his business. If you like to hear the story of a human with a never give up attitude - this i...
•
1:02:22
Ep. 22 Wayne Bennett - President - JacksonFill
In this episode we get to hear from Wayne Bennett who is the President of JacksonFill. We get to hear about the rise of a Jacksonville local from working at UPS to starting his own supply chain operation. For more information on Ja...
•
48:42
Ep. 21 Amy McGeorge - Peoplr CEO
In this episode, we hear from Amy McGeorge who is the CEO of the Peoplr. They specialize in all things HR. They can not only be extension of your team, but they can fully function as the HR for your company. Amy is a blast to speak...
•
50:40
Ep. 20 Cindy Funkhouser - Sulzbacher Center CEO
In this episode, we hear from Cindy Funkhouser who is the CEO of the Sulzbacher Center. If you aren't aware, they are responsible for helping our homeless population here in Jacksonville. You will quickly realize that Cindy is the ...
•
1:04:47
Ep. 19 Tess Relampagos - iHireUSA CEO
In this episode we get to hear from Tess Relampagos who is the founder and CEO of iHireUSA. For those of who you have interest in companies making a big impact in the lives of humans. This is an episode for you. Tess talks about gr...
•
1:01:34
.jpg)
Ep. 18 - Jim Stallings - PS27 Ventures CEO
In this episode we get to hear from Jim Stallings who is the founder and CEO of PS27 Ventures. For those of you who have interest in what early stage investors are looking for in companies - this is a great one for you. Jim talks a...
•
1:05:05
Ep. 17 Aida Seeraj - Inspire to Rise CEO
This is a fun one because not only is Aida Seeraj a female founder of a non profit, but she is also Puerto Rican! Aida has such a huge heart to serve others and it is obvious throughout the entire podcast that SHE CARES! We cover wh...
•
59:06
Ep. 16 Patti Barkey - Bowden Eye and Associates CEO
In this episode we get to hear from Patti Barkey who is the CEO of Bowden Eye and Associates. We get to hear her story of literally starting at the bottom of her field (not getting paid)…to moving up the ranks to become the CEO of a successful ...
•
47:47
Ep. 15 Jay Owen - Business Builders CEO
In this episode we hear from the CEO of Business Builders - Jay Owen. This conversation is filled with many different elements of running a business. Not only has Jay grown a successful business, but he is also an author, developed a speaking c...
•
1:05:06
Ep. 14 Jason Parker - Performance Painting - CEO
In this episode we hear from the founder and CEO of Performance Painting Contractors.Jason has a great story about the reward of hard work, dedication and the entrepreneurial spirit. We get to hear about a very interesting first job, an...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 1
•
56:03
Ep. 13 Doug Leeby - Beeline CEO
At Beeline, we serve the Fortune 2000 and work closely with our clients in HR, IT, and Strategic Sourcing. We also work with the world's most accomplished Managed Services Providers and staffing agencies. Together, we match great talent with gr...
•
55:20
Ep. 12 Brandon Cornellier and Tim Betros - NexGen Restoration and Roofing
In this episode we hear from the founders of NexGen Restoration and Roofing - Tim Betros and Brandon Cornellier. They are a booming business in Jacksonville Florida with a great story. In this episode we hear how they got their start, t...
•
49:39
Ep. 11 Jorge Narvaez - Healthcare Compliance Networking Inc.
In this episode we hear from Jorge L. Narvaez who is the CEO of Healthcare Compliance. This is a great story of an entrepreneurial mind taking a leap of faith into starting his own business right after the birth of his first child and then taki...
•
1:01:32
Ep. 10 Ben Lavarias - Turnkey Roofing of Florida
In this episode we hear the amazing story of Ben Lavarias who is the owner of Turnkey Roofing of Florida. He shares his incredible story of losing everything (literally) to a triumphant return of his business that only few would be able to pull...
•
1:02:34
Ep. 9 Gray Mabry CEO - iVenture Solutions
In this episode we hear from co-founder and CEO of iVenture Solutions, Gray Mabry. Gray shares a wealth of knowledge on this episode including one of his best kept hiring secrets...The 5 Hour Car Rule. iVenture Solutions is a mana...
•
56:46
Ep. 8 Annie Marks - Founder - May Management Services
In this episode we hear from Annie Marks – the founder of May Management Services. They are a locally owned professional association management service with over 33 years of experience. We hear about her journey through growing a her business s...
•
58:20
Ep. 7 Chris, Chad, Craig - Owners Corporate Traffic Logistics
Corporate Traffic Logistics is a family owned and operated asset-based 3PL headquartered in Jacksonville, FL with a branch in Charlotte, NC and Toledo, OH. In celebration of their 28th year in business we get to hear how Chris, Cha...
•
54:57
Ep. 6 Don Fox - CEO Firehouse Subs
In this episode of The Next Level Project we get to hear how Don Fox literally started as a dishwasher in the back of an Italian restaurant to the CEO of Firehouse Subs! The episode gives a ton of color to the leadership style of Don and how hi...
•
1:02:07
Ep. 5 Joey Batchelor - CEO Guardian Fueling Technologies
In this episode of the Next Level Project with Joey Batchelor, we hear how he bought a company with 10 employees and 1 location to a BEAST of an operation with 18 locations and hundreds of employees. Among the many achievements Joe...
•
1:07:18
Ep. 4 Bryan Croft - CEO - HC Brands
Bryan Croft shares tons of valuable insight on this episode to talk us through growing his family run business from a 1 million dollar operation to a 25 million dollar beast! To hunt down the HC Brands website you can visit https:/...
•
51:07
Ep. 3 Jon Davis - Owner and CEO Sight and Sound Productions / Mugwamp Productions
In this episode we listen to the interesting story of Jon Davis who is the owner and CEO of Sight and Sound Productions and Mugwump Productions located in Jacksonville, Florida. Jon is a dynamic owner with a true passion for every ...
•
1:07:42
Ep. 2 Brandon Stallings - CEO of SmartBox
In this episode of The Next Level Project we hear from Brandon Stallings the CEO of SmartBox. SmartBox Express delivers the highest quality healthy snacks, with only the finest ingredients, so you can eat smarter on-the-go. They ...
•
57:27
Ep. 1 Jennifer Adams - President of CROP Creative Media
In this episode of The Next Level Project we hear from President of CROP Creative Media - Jennifer Adams. This interview details her childhood, career path, the beginnings of CROP Creative Media and several tips and tricks to manag...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 1
•
31:07
