In the first episode of 2025, Sarah Tourville is joined by Ken Paskins, CEO and Founder of GCE Consulting, a company at the forefront of business transformation, working with clients in over 10 countries. Ken shares his insights on the importance of building the right team to maximize value for both your business and clients. He reflects on his parents' entrepreneurial journey, the lessons it taught him, and how it shaped his approach to business. Ken also discusses his experience as a relatively new member of EO Atlanta, offering a unique perspective on the chapter and the value he's already gained in less than a year. Join us in welcoming Ken, and be sure to follow him on social media and connect with him on LinkedIn!

In this week's episode, we take flight with Kara Smith Brown, Founder & CRO of Lead Coverage and now an Amazon Best-Selling Author. A trailblazer in the B2B growth space, Kara is the driving force behind LeadCoverage, the only Go-to-Market agency dedicated to the supply chain and the largest consultancy in analyst relations, public relations, revenue operations, and lead generation. With a wealth of entrepreneurial experience and an infectious energy, Kara has risen to the top of her field. In this conversation, Sarah talks to Kara about her journey into entrepreneurship, what fuels her drive, and how she navigates the challenges of being a female entrepreneur while empowering other women along the way. Kara shares invaluable insights on operations, hiring, marketing, and much more—this is an episode packed with actionable advice that you won't want to miss!

In this week's episode, host Sarah Tourville sits down with entrepreneur Scott Mackenzie. Scott has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and is founder of Private Family Wealth Advisors here in Atlanta. Scott has been a passionate member of EO Atlanta since 2022 and brings a wealth of experience as a MBA, CFP and CIMA. Scott talks about his first flight into entrepreneurship, adapting his business to new technologies and industry changes, as well as his passion for fly fishing. Scott offers a vulnerable perspective on his journey, both personally and professionally, with stories we think all entrepreneurs can relate to.

In our new episode of the EO Atlanta Taking Flight podcast, Sarah Tourville is joined by Flix CEO & Founder, Daniel Krauss. Daniel was recently a speaker at EO Nerve 2024 and has been on his mission of green mobility for almost 14 years. Daniel shares some of his business philosophies and how he got started on his entrepreneurial journey. One of which being that as an entrepreneur you have to go "ALL IN" on your dream so you can truly take flight.

Listen to this episode to gain tools you can use in your own business. Especially in regards to scaling a business while staying committed to your mission and core values.

We are BACK with another season of Taking Flight the EO Atlanta Podcast!

We couldn't have asked for a better guest to lift off our season than entrepreneur and commercial pilot, Robin Sokoloff. We had to get Robin for our first episode as she "takes flight" on a daily basis teaching other entrepreneurs how to fly. Today, she teaches us how to take flight in our own businesses.

Not only is she FAA certified, she has many accolades to her name. Robin has been a Founder & CEO for more than 7 years and she is currently working on her company, SSRS Group serving mid-sized clients in the technology, aviation, real estate, and petconomy markets. Robin Sokoloff is one of only 3% of female business owners world-wide, to surpass $1M annual revenue and is a part of the active effort to increase this % for women.

Listen to our first episode of this season to learn more about Robin's first flight into business, her love of theater & the arts, and how she got into aviation.

This episode is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and everywhere else you get your podcasts.

Remember to subscribe and leave a review as we lift off for this brand new season!

On this week’s episode of Taking Flight, Sarah Tourville had the pleasure of being interviewed by a guest host, Ethan King, former President of EO Atlanta! They delved into her journey into entrepreneurship, her passion for communications, and the vital importance of aligning skills with passion. Sarah shared insights from her experience working on international PR campaigns, discussed the challenges she faced, and highlighted the key individuals who have played a significant role in her journey. It’s a grand season finale episode you don’t want to miss!

Takeaways:

• Successful entrepreneurship often hinges on aligning your passion with your skillset, ensuring sustained motivation and tenacity through challenges.
• Surrounding yourself with supportive and influential individuals, such as mentors, family, and business partners, can significantly impact your professional journey.
• For communicators, especially in PR, it’s crucial to measure the impact of your efforts to demonstrate value and refine strategies for better results.
• Scaling a business, particularly when targeting larger enterprise brands, requires overcoming numerous challenges and maintaining a strategic approach to growth.
• Confidence in your abilities and the value of your offerings is vital in driving sales and sustaining business growth, especially during tough times.
• Investing in customer retention and focusing on the customer experience can be more impactful than merely concentrating on acquiring new clients.
• Engaging with resources like influential books and professional organizations (e.g., EO) can provide valuable insights and support continuous personal and business development.

Quote of the Show:

• “Many entrepreneurs miss the mark when love and tenacity aren't there for what you do.” - Sarah Tourville

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahtourville/
• Company Website: http://www.mediafrenzyglobal.com
• EO Atlanta Organization: https://www.eoatlanta.com/

Ways To Tune In:

• Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1035225
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4e67LgZSZ0Vc2anrFzN8A1
• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taking-flight-the-entrepreneurs-journey-podcast/id1652695640?uo=4
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• Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/taking-flight-the-entrepreneurs-journey-podcast/4496468
• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/6138535
• Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3482373
• Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-flight-the-entrepreneur-4968156
• YouTube: https://youtu.be/5PjpF-I9HYk

Taking Flight is produced and sponsored by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

Today’s guest is an expert in Functional Medicine, a podcast host, and an entrepreneur! Please welcome to the show Kristin Oja, Founder & CEO of STAT Wellness. Kristin joins host Sarah Tourville to share her holistic approach to functional medicine, challenges of managing a service-based business, and patient experience in healthcare innovation. Learn with Sarah about Kristin’s leap into her passion and how it’s grown over the last few years!

Takeaways:

• Entrepreneurs should pursue their passions with determination, embracing minimal viable product (MVP) and lean startup methodologies to achieve sustainable growth.
• In healthcare and service industries, it is crucial to prioritize customer or patient experience as a fundamental growth strategy, investing in quality service and transparency.
• Invest in building a team that shares your vision and passion. Encourage ownership and accountability by recognizing contributions and fostering a culture devoid of ego.
• Prepare for inevitable business challenges by developing resilience among your team and maintaining open lines of communication with your clients or patients.
• For scalable business models, focus on systematizing operations without compromising on the unique value proposition that sets your business apart.
• Engage with entrepreneur networks and communities to gain insights, support, and mentorship critical for navigating the complexities of business leadership.

Quote of the Show:

• “We’re really putting the health back in healthcare.” - Kristin Oja

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-oja-dnp-fnp-c-ifmcp-70516453/
• Company website: http://www.statwellness.com
• Email: kristin@statwellness.com
• Instagram: @drkristinoja | @statwellness
• Call/Text: 404-254-5905
• EO Atlanta Organization: https://www.eoatlanta.com/

Ways To Tune In:

• Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1035225
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4e67LgZSZ0Vc2anrFzN8A1
• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taking-flight-the-entrepreneurs-journey-podcast/id1652695640?uo=4
• Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9jNjJkNzk4OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==
• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/82088400-c5a3-413c-9692-4719c8f1fd67/taking-flight-eo-atlanta-podcast
• Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/taking-flight-the-entrepreneurs-journey-podcast/4496468
• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/6138535
• Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3482373
• Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-flight-the-entrepreneur-4968156
• YouTube: https://youtu.be/GOe2NiuT8vI

Taking Flight is produced and sponsored by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/