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The Fundamentals of Success in the Sales Industry With Paul Ratner of Marble Bridge Funding Group
Join host Chad Franzen in this episode of the Top Business Leaders Show as he welcomes Paul Ratner, Vice President of Sales at Marble Bridge Funding Group, to discuss the mindset necessary to thrive in the sales industry. Observing his prior role for the Golden State Warriors, Paul shares what it takes to achieve your professional goals, the difference between business and consumer sales, and crucial boundaries to establish between management and sales teams.
![[SpotOn Series] The Path to Success: A Legacy of Innovation With Sara Frasca of Trasca & Co Eatery](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/spoton-sara-frasca.jpg)
[SpotOn Series] The Path to Success: A Legacy of Innovation With Sara Frasca of Trasca & Co Eatery
In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Sara Frasca, keynote speaker and Owner of Trasca & Co Eatery. They discuss the business opportunities within the restaurant industry, establishing trackable team goals, and staying true to brand values. Sara also shares how she is maintaining the right vision to further her family’s legacy while promoting innovation through creativity and business operations.

How To Succeed in the Ever-Changing Digital Space
Tune in to this episode of the Top Business Leaders Show where John Corcoran chats with Pat McGovern, Director of Sales and Marketing at Ascedia. Pat shares his thoughts on digital transformation trends, the value of taking action in the digital space, and digital investment tips to help your company thrive.
![[SpotOn Series] How To Make a Franchise Thrive With Paul Reiser of Paul Reiser Companies](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/paul_reiser_thumbnail.png)
[SpotOn Series] How To Make a Franchise Thrive With Paul Reiser of Paul Reiser Companies
In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen welcomes Paul Reiser, video content creator and former President of Reiser Group Sonic Management. They talk about important elements that can turn around restaurant success, complying with pandemic rules while sustaining business profitability, and understanding the fundamentals of an effective exit strategy. In addition, Paul shares why content video creation is a powerful tool for entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry.

How To Build a Successful Business With Uhnder’s COO, Sandeep Chennakeshu
Join Bela Musits, host of the Top Business Leaders Show, as he speaks with Sandeep Chennakeshu, Chief Operating Officer of Uhnder. Sandeep highlights the importance of aligning culture and strategy, metrics for measuring employee performance, and the challenges established companies and startups face.
![[SpotOn Series] The Motivation Behind Successful Businesses With Barry Jessurun of Green Valley Hospitality](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/barry-jessurun-thumbnail.png)
[SpotOn Series] The Motivation Behind Successful Businesses With Barry Jessurun of Green Valley Hospitality
In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen is joined by Barry Jessurun, President and CEO of Green Valley Hospitality. They discuss how to handle professional burnout, adopting a healthy mindset to ensure business longevity, and the key elements of fast casual restaurants that attract customers. Barry also breaks down the most common obstacles for entrepreneurs of all ages and gives advice on starting a business in the hospitality industry.

The Value of Connections and Referrals With YOUR Referral Partner’s Founder, Devin Sizemore
Join Chad Franzen, host of the Top Business Leaders Show, as he speaks with Devin Sizemore, Founder of YOUR Referral Partner. Devin talks about YOUR Referral Partner and their mission, the value of referrals and connections, lessons he’s learned as an entrepreneur, and how he helps people as a speaker.
![[SpotOn Series] The Ups and Downs of Owning a Restaurant Franchise](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/pinal_sitaram_thumbnail.png)
[SpotOn Series] The Ups and Downs of Owning a Restaurant Franchise
Join Chad Franzen in this episode of the SpotOn Series as he queries Pinal Sitaram on his 14 years of experience as a franchisee for multiple Buffalo Wild Wings locations in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. Pinal explains the hardships of owning a restaurant franchise, the motivation behind opening a franchise, and his quest to add additional franchises in his community.
![[SpotOn Series] Transforming People’s Quality of Life One Bite at a Time With Raji Sankar of Choolaah](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/raji-sankar-thumbnail.png)
[SpotOn Series] Transforming People’s Quality of Life One Bite at a Time With Raji Sankar of Choolaah
In this episode of the SpotOn Series, Chad Franzen welcomes Raji Sankar, Co-founder and CEO of Choolaah. They discuss the intricacies of starting a restaurant and the benefits franchising can bring to your business. Raji goes on to explain creating a confident brand message that resonates with consumers, how to stay true to your company values even through challenges, and the best ways to learn from costly mistakes when starting your business.
![[SpotOn Series] How One Informal Conversation Led Gaurav “G” Patel Into the Restaurant Business](https://rise25.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/g_patel_thumbnail.png)
[SpotOn Series] How One Informal Conversation Led Gaurav “G” Patel Into the Restaurant Business
In this episode of the SpotOn Series, host Chad Franzen of Rise25 talks to Gaurav “G” Patel, the Founder of Eschelon Experiences, to discuss his restaurant ventures. G talks about getting his start in the restaurant business, what makes him successful in the industry, how his companies survived the pandemic, and more.