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Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and media personality who has founded or funded a portfolio of 30+ Sacramento-based companies across various industries including: new media, tech, consumer products, real estate, construction, transportation, distribution, and security. Mark's accomplishments include successfully exiting a Rocklin, CA based enterprise that maintained hundreds of employees and generated over $200M in annual revenues. Having scaled the entrepreneurial mountain and achieved many of his lifelong dreams, Mark has turned his attention and resources to helping entrepreneurs succeed. He is currently CEO for HaneyBiz, an investment platform he designed to help entrepreneurs be entrepreneurs by providing one-stop access to capital, expertise, and a strong community. When Mark is not company building, he can be found in his studio igniting the Entrepreneurial Revolution as host of The Mark Haney Show podcast and radio program. Mark also serves as President of the Sacramento chapter of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) and on various corporate and non-profit boards and he and his family devote time to helping military veterans through his "Allegiant Giving" non-profit. You can learn more about Mark at www.HaneyBiz.com .

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June 10, 202648 min

D1 Football Player Reveals How He Day Traded His Way to $100K

Achieving six figure trading results at 19 years old requires more than luck. In this episode, Alan Cordano breaks down the trading strategy, discipline, and risk-taking mindset that helped him go from $300 in his bank account to over $100,000 in prop firm trading payouts.Alan is a former Division I football player who walked away from the University of Hawaii, quit football, and chose entrepreneurship instead. In this conversation, he explains how he reached six figure trading success in just a few months, how prop firm trading works, and how he uses AI tools, trading signals, and funded accounts to execute his strategy.Beyond the trades, Alan shares how he plans to scale his momentum using meta ads, personal branding, and AI. He talks about building Snoozer, growing a trading community, promoting his story online, and using technology as a force multiplier for business growth.This episode also goes deeper than trading. Alan opens up about leaving football, telling his parents, dealing with doubt, handling losses, finding faith, and learning how to become his own man while building a business at 19.Subscribe for weekly conversations with entrepreneurs, risk-takers, and builders who are creating their own path.______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

June 3, 202647 min

Presence Over Proximity: Colin Roe's Challenge to Dads

Distraction is everywhere. Our attention span is getting shorter. And mindfulness may be one of the most important skills a father, leader, or entrepreneur can practice today.In this episode of the Fatherhood, Finance and Patriotism series, Colin Roe shares a powerful reminder: proximity does not equal presence.Being in the same room with your kids is not the same as being fully engaged. Being home is not the same as being present. And in a world full of phones, notifications, work pressure, and constant noise, Colin challenges dads to put the distractions down and give their families the attention they deserve.Colin is a husband, father, Roseville native, and real estate leader with Fidelity National Title. In this conversation, he talks about growing up in the Sacramento region, raising two daughters, the role of grandparents and family legacy, and why gratitude, curiosity, generosity, and presence are values he wants to pass down.The conversation also dives into real estate, homeownership, sacrifice, financial discipline, and why buying a home is about more than appreciation. It is about stability, family memories, and building something that lasts.Colin also shares his perspective on patriotism, gratitude for America, civic responsibility, and why the future of the country depends on unity, curiosity, and choosing to focus on what we have in common.______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

May 27, 202637 min

Invest in Family: Ray Cordano on Fatherhood, Finance & Patriotism

Invest in family first.Ray Cordano built wealth through real estate, entrepreneurship, and a contrarian approach to life — but his biggest investment has always been his time with his family.In this episode of the Fatherhood, Finance and Patriotism series, Ray shares how reading Rich Dad Poor Dad shaped his path, why he built businesses to create freedom, and how that freedom allowed him to become a full-time dad. He talks about building a real estate portfolio, flipping homes in San Francisco, raising entrepreneurial kids, coaching sports, and why he believes the next generation has massive opportunity ahead.Ray also opens up about how yoga changed his life, what he learned from his parents, why he chose to let his kids make mistakes, and how AI could reshape work, family life, and entrepreneurship in the years ahead.This conversation is about more than money. It’s about freedom, family, responsibility, and what Ray calls the greatest gift America gives us: the opportunity to choose how we live.Chapters:0:00 Preview: Invest in Family First0:30 Meet Ray Cordano2:29 How Yoga Saved Ray’s Life4:17 Building Freedom Through Real Estate5:30 Becoming a Full-Time Dad9:12 Coaching Life Lessons Through Sports13:17 Why San Francisco Real Estate Is Hot Again17:47 Investing Time in Family20:39 How AI Could Change Work and Family Life28:14 Freedom, America and Patriotism______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

May 20, 20261 hr 3 min

Building a Safer Future: DA Morgan Gire, Sheriff Wayne Woo, and Mayor Dave Bass on Public Trust

The District Attorney’s office, local security, police leadership, and the fight against crime all play a major role in whether a community feels safe enough for families, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods to thrive.In this episode, we sit down with Placer County District Attorney Morgan Gire, Placer County Sheriff Wayne Woo, and Rocklin Mayor Dave Bass for a conversation about public safety, accountability, law enforcement, and what it really takes to build a community where criminals think twice.They discuss why safe communities attract families, businesses, investment, and opportunity — and why consequences matter. The conversation covers retail theft, Prop 36, fentanyl, homelessness, public trust in law enforcement, school safety, AI, social media, and the role parents and citizens play in protecting the places they love.We also discuss the justice system and the importance of experienced, fair, and accountable judges. Dave Bass, currently Mayor of Rocklin and a Deputy District Attorney in Sacramento County, is running for Placer County Superior Court Judge, and the conversation touches on why judicial elections matter and how judges impact public safety, families, businesses, and the broader community.If you care about safety, leadership, accountability, and building communities where people can thrive, this is a conversation worth watching.______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

May 13, 20261 hr 0 min

Fatherhood, Finance & Patriotism: The Conversation Every Man Needs to Have Right Now

Fatherhood, finance, and patriotism — three things that shape how families are built, how futures are protected, and how communities stay strong.This conversation with Marcus Haney launches a new series centered on the values that matter most: showing up as a father, taking responsibility for the future, and loving America enough to strengthen it from the inside out.Marcus is a Marine veteran, entrepreneur, father of five, and leader of AllegiantVETS, one of the largest SkillBridge operators in the country. In this conversation, he shares lessons from military service, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and helping more than 20,000 service members transition into civilian careers.The discussion gets personal — from raising kids in a blended family, to discipline and respect in the home, to investing in yourself, buying real estate, coaching football, honoring those who serve, and building a legacy that outlives you.Strong families build strong communities. Strong communities build a stronger America.______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

May 6, 20261 hr 4 min

Small Business Owner Takes on Congress | Real Solutions, No Talking Points

Robby Morin, owner of Lux Powder Coat and candidate for U.S. Congress, joins the show for a candid conversation about housing, healthcare, energy, taxes, small business, and government accountability.Coming from different political perspectives, the conversation stays focused on what actually matters: making it easier to build, work, hire, live, and believe in the American Dream again.This episode explores the real-world impact of policy through the lens of entrepreneurship, affordability, and common-sense problem solving—not political talking points.Learn more here:Website: www.robbymorin.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCTA0C6Wi6p4BLdsg-CRj4_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electrobbymorinTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@electrobbymorinFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Robby-Morin-for-Congress-61577845436752/______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

April 29, 20261 hr 0 min

Multifamily Investing: The Market Shift Nobody’s Talking About (Down 30%)

Multifamily real estate is down ~30% — and it may be a bigger reset than 2008.So is this a crash… or the best buying opportunity in years?In this episode, we sit down with Forrest Jinks (Founder & CEO of Altus Equity Group) to break down what’s really happening in the real estate market and housing market, and why smart investors are leaning into multifamily investing right now.They cover:• What’s driving the shift in the real estate market • How this compares to 2008 • The biggest mistakes in real estate investing • Where the opportunities are today (including Sacramento) • How to approach investing property in this cycle ________________________________________👉 Subscribe for more conversations on entrepreneurship, real estate investing, and building wealth.Chapters:0:00 – Multifamily Down 30% (Preview)0:41 – Intro: Meet Forrest Jinks1:41 – The Entrepreneur Mindset & “Work vs Play”8:33 – Forrest’s Real Estate Background & Strategy10:48 – What’s Happening in the Multifamily Market12:50 – Overbuilding, Supply & Investor Mistakes15:47 – Why Sacramento Is an Opportunity Again18:16 – Where Smart Investors Are Buying Today24:24 – Renting vs Buying & The Housing Market Debate36:12 – New Opportunities + How to Start Investing______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#podcast

April 22, 202651 min

Cancer Drug vs Chemotherapy: 90% vs 10% in Early Test

What if cancer could be treated without destroying the rest of your body?In this episode, biotech founder Brad Niles (CEO of ARIZ Precision Medicine) breaks down a potential breakthrough in cancer treatment—one that targets cancer cells with precision instead of the “poison everything” approach of traditional chemotherapy.In early testing, his team saw:👉 90% cancer cell kill rate👉 With only ~10% impact on healthy cellsIf that holds up… it could change everything.We dive into:• Why chemotherapy hasn’t changed much in 100+ years • What “RNA-based precision medicine” actually means (in plain English) • How scientists are targeting the genetic drivers of cancer • The long road from lab discovery to human trials • Why AI is accelerating drug discovery faster than everThis is one of those conversations that makes you think:Are we closer than ever to beating cancer?Learn more:Website: https://arizbio.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arizbio/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-niles/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arizprecisionmedicine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arizprecisionmedicine______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#Podcast

April 15, 202644 min

She Lost Her Million-Dollar Business After 22 Years… Then Rebuilt Everything

Shari Fitzpatrick built one of the most iconic gifting brands in America—Shari’s Berries—from a $1,500 credit card in her apartment. What started as a simple idea turned into a multi-million-dollar national brand.Then… she lost it all.After 22 years of building her company, Shari faced one of the toughest challenges an entrepreneur can experience—losing control of the business she created. But instead of quitting, she chose to rebuild.In this episode of The Mark Haney Show, Shari shares the real story behind her rise, her loss, and her comeback. From betrayal and heartbreak to faith, family, and finding a deeper purpose, this is a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it truly means to win.Today, Shari is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of new ventures like Bed & Berries, helping others “sweeten their soul” while continuing to build, serve, and give back.🎤 See Shari & Mark LIVEShari Fitzpatrick and Mark Haney will both be speaking at the Placer Valley Business Summit on April 23rd—a full day of inspiration, entrepreneurship, and community.👉 Register here: https://www.placerbusinesssummit.com/👉 If you're an entrepreneur—or anyone facing a setback—this episode is for you.🔗 Connect with Shari:Website: https://www.sharifitzpatrick.com/______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#Podcast

April 8, 202651 min

Buy Businesses, Don't Build Them | $75M in Acquisitions

In this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked strategies in entrepreneurship: buying businesses instead of starting them.Kasey Cotulla, owner of Delta Print Group, built a $65M+ company (on track for $75M+) not by launching startups—but by acquiring and scaling existing businesses across Northern California.Starting as a forklift driver in a Sacramento print shop, Kasey worked his way up, eventually buying into a struggling company during the Great Recession. From there, he executed a powerful M&A (mergers and acquisitions) strategy, acquiring more than a dozen companies and building one of the largest commercial print and mail operations in the region.In this conversation, we break down:• Why buying a business can be smarter than starting one • How to find and evaluate acquisition opportunities • Financing strategies (SBA loans, seller financing, partnerships) • How to integrate and scale acquired companies • Lessons from building a $75M business in a “mature” industry If you're an entrepreneur, investor, or operator looking to grow, this episode will change how you think about building a business.Learn more here: Website: www.deltaprintgroup.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deltaprintgroup/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deltaprintgroup/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-print-group/______________________________________________________________If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region. -Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_... - Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz - Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney Website: http://haneybiz.com Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273 Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney-This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur #PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor#Podcast