Episodes

  • Pivoting as a Business Owner With Craig Sturgill (Ep. 43)

    Pivoting as a Business Owner With Craig Sturgill (Ep. 43)
    Aug 13 2024
    In the realm of exit plans, things don’t always go as planned. Sometimes they happen smoothly the first time, other times they face delays. But that’s the thing: there’s no one right way. Each exit is its own journey, with its own ups and downs. Join Mark Doman as he sits down with Craig Sturgill, …

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    28 mins
  • Exploring Opportunities Through SBA Lending With Tara Murphy (Ep. 42)

    Exploring Opportunities Through SBA Lending With Tara Murphy (Ep. 42)
    Jul 23 2024
    Many believe that SBA loans are only for startups or fraught with bureaucratic red tape. However, this week’s guest, Tara Murphy debunks these myths, demonstrating the power of SBA lending in aiding successful business exits and transitions. Join Mark Doman and Tara Murphy, SBA Business Development Officer and Vice President of Huntington National Bank as …

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    24 mins
  • Packing the Parachute: Navigating Exit and Succession Planning with Jim Erben (Ep. 41)

    Packing the Parachute: Navigating Exit and Succession Planning with Jim Erben (Ep. 41)
    Jul 9 2024
    Are you ready to secure your legacy and ensure your business thrives beyond your exit? In this enlightening episode, Mark Dorman is joined by Jim Erben, president of Erben Associates and a sought-after exit and succession planning specialist. Together, they delve into the crucial, yet often daunting, process of planning for business exit and succession. …

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    29 mins
  • De-Risking Your Business: Jim Doyle on Partial Sales and Full Exits (Ep. 40)

    De-Risking Your Business: Jim Doyle on Partial Sales and Full Exits (Ep. 40)
    Jun 25 2024
    Many entrepreneurs start their exit journey with a partial sale to de-risk from a substantial portion of their wealth being tied up in the business. Doing so sets them up for an eventual full exit. In this episode, Mark Dorman speaks with Jim Doyle, who founded and sold Jim Doyle and Associates (now JDA.Media). Jim …

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    26 mins
  • Professional Management and Business Legacy with Joni Fedders (Ep. 39)

    Professional Management and Business Legacy with Joni Fedders (Ep. 39)
    Jun 11 2024
    Are you ready to transform the way you run your business? Today on the Finish Big Podcast, Mark Doman introduces Joni Fedders, President of Aileron, and explores the unique nonprofit organization based in Dayton, Ohio. Together they explore how Aileron helps business owners and their teams embrace professional management to elevate their lives and organizations. …

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    25 mins
  • From Growing Pains to Profit With Ron Nagy (Ep. 38)

    From Growing Pains to Profit With Ron Nagy (Ep. 38)
    May 28 2024
    Have you ever wondered what it takes to scale a family business into a multi-location, multi-million dollar empire? In the latest installment of the Finish Big Podcast, Mark Dorman talks with Ron Nagy, a successful second-generation business owner, about his journey of transforming a single-location body shop into a multi-location thriving enterprise, the challenges faced …

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    32 mins
  • Navigating the Emotional and Practical Aspects of Business Transitions With Joe Scheid (Ep. 37)

    Navigating the Emotional and Practical Aspects of Business Transitions With Joe Scheid (Ep. 37)
    May 14 2024
    Are you a business owner standing at the crossroads of change, wondering what to do next? You’re not alone. In this episode, Mark Dorman and founding member of the Legacy Advisors Network, Joe Scheid tackle the often-overlooked but critical issue that business owners face: the complex challenge of financial planning during pivotal transitions. Together they …

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    26 mins
  • Executing A Successful Exit Plan With Rich Craig (Ep. 36)

    Executing A Successful Exit Plan With Rich Craig (Ep. 36)
    Apr 23 2024
    With a rapidly evolving marketplace and the persistent talent shortages in the accounting industry, the need for expert guidance in succession planning has never been more critical In this insightful episode, Mark Dorman speaks with Rich Craig, Managing Partner at 415 Group. Together, they discuss the intricacies of growing an accounting firm and the broader …

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    27 mins