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"Inside Financial Architects" will focus on business news makers and client relationships. "Living The LifeMethod" features guests discussing personal vision, life events, and . how it all ties to The LifeMethod process. "Succession Success" focuses on The Q5 Experience and business exit planning. More info at www.financialarch.com, www.lifemethodcoach.com, and www.q5experience.com.

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December 23, 2024Episode 2621 min

Succession Success Episode 26

We continue our series, "Learn From the Q5 Experts", and talk to Chris Meso from Q5 and T-Rex Advisory about strategic business coaching. Why it is so important that Business Owners have a transition plan in place using vision and knowing what it is like to live inside the business. Chris shares deep insights into his experience with selling a company and now looks at it through a different lens as a consultant for owners. Host Matt Dery and Chris have a great conversation about what tools owners need and how the Q5 team can help them with their transition plan. www.q5experience.com

December 3, 2024Episode 2522 min

Succession Success Episode 25

Today's episode begins the series on "Learn From The Q5 Experts." Topic: VALUATION. Sarah Greifenberger is the team's Certified Valuation Analyst. Her speciality and expertise is in valuations and understanding businesses' value and its importance. Why is understanding the value of a business so critical for owners, and what common misconceptions do people have about valuation? We ask Sarah that and more as she joins Q5 Marketing and Business Development Director Matt Dery. Learn more about Sarah, Arbor Valuation, and the Q5 process at www.q5experience.com.

November 6, 2024Episode 1925 min

Living The LifeMethod Episode 19

Brighton's own Mark Howell shares his incredible story with host Matt Dery. Mark battled and beat cancer and was told he had weeks to live. With the help of a strong support system, Mark decided to give back as well, founding not one but two organizations to help people just like him. Fund a Life and Shining Light Co. Listen to his story here. Don't forget to check out how John and Danette Bell can help you at www.empoweringfuturesllc.com

September 9, 2024Episode 2422 min

Succession Success Episode 24

We talk how to help companies attract, hire, and retain the right employees with two of the brighest recruiting minds in the construction industry- Adam Cosola and Jason Epstein of CTC Solutions. The guys discuss the changing marketplace in 2024 and what business owners are looking for when it comes to staffing. How did they get started? What challenges do they see at CTC solutions and also with companies? Matt Dery of the Q5 Experience is the host and asks them these burning questions. For more go to www.ctcsolutions.net.

July 24, 2024Episode 2321 min

Succession Success Episode 23

How do you sell your business with confidence and clarity? Lawyer Andy Goldberg of Bloomfield Township has the answers. Andy recently wrote a book called "The Big Deal" and he discusses it with host Matt Dery. Andy has coached various clients when it comes to their transition plan and he has great synergy with the Q5 process as well.

June 4, 2024Episode 2222 min

Succession Success Episode 22

What is the journey like starting your own company with your son? We discuss that and more with the Founder and President of LoVasco Consulting Group, Gene LoVasco. Gene brings a wealth of experience to a consulting firm that specializes in Employee Benefits, Retirement, Compensation Design, and Employee Communications. Gene talks to host Matt Dery about working with great business owners, succession planning, and what his team looks for in an ideal client. For more information on the LoVasco Group, go to www.lovascogroup.com.

March 18, 2024Episode 2123 min

Succession Success Episode 21

How does a legendary local construction company plan for Succession? We chat with Vice-President of J.J. Barney Construction, Josh Barney, about that and more! Founded in 1927 by Joseph James Barney (J.J.), J.J. Barney Construction is a fourth generation family owned and operated union construction company specializing in concrete placement, earthwork, and underground utilities. Josh talks to our host, the Marketing and Business Development Director at Financial Architects, Inc and Q5 Experience, Matt Dery, about his career, the company, their core values, and how the construction industry has changed over the years.

December 20, 2023Episode 2020 min

Succession Success Episode 20

How do you find the right people to join your team? What does recruiting and talent development look like as we approach 2024? Our guest today to discuss that is one of the experts, CEO of Qualigence International, Steve Lowisz. Steve is an accomplished speaker, leader, and talent developer. He talks to our host, Matt Dery, about his business and how owners can build value in their business, like we do at Q5, by bringing in the right people and developing them.

October 26, 2023Episode 1922 min

Succession Success Episode 19

We talk so much on this podcast about moving toward the exit of your business with help from the Q5 Experience team, but who is helping companies (especially FINTECHS) get started? Our guest today, Colin Darke, does just that. Colin is the CEO of Colin Darke Solutions and is an Advisor/Attorney with Go With Canvas.

September 18, 2023Episode 1820 min

Succession Success Episode 18

How can employees be a part of the owner's succession plan? We discuss it with Lazear Capital's own Jeremy Garrett and Jeff Jamerino. They specialize in sell-side transactions with a focus on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) for companies across the United States. Matt Dery is the host.