Aggie Growth Hacks Podcast

How to Build a Great Partnership and Culture PT.1 with George Voneiff & Michael Gatens

Howdy, Ags! Today, we are joined by George Voneiff and Michael Gatens of MGV Energy Inc. MGV was the very first Aggie 100 winner from 2005! We have an exciting 2 part conversation with George and Michael about their time operating out of Calgary, Alberta in Canada. They drop some knowledge on how the work ethic in Canada helped them adapt and how they built a tight culture over the past 20 years inside of MGV Energy. 
If you enjoyed today’s episode, stay tuned for part 2 next week! Also please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review and connect with Chris and Greg on LinkedIn!
About MGV Energy Inc.:
Michael Gatens serves as the Chairman & CEO and George Voneiff serves as the President of MGV Energy. They are located in Calgary, Alberta in Canada.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Intro
[02:20] How MGV Energy Inc started
[07:59] Early days with Michael & George
[10:23] The Aggie Code in Business
[11:35] Why Operate and Move to Canada?
[19:41] The Make or Break Deal for MGV
[24:25] The Difference of Work Culture in Canada
[26:20] Skillsets for growing a business fast
[33:28] Contact / Outro
Resources:Website: https://aggie100.com/honoree/mgv-energy-inc/
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Be Consistent and Success Will Follow with Dustin Neff

Howdy, Ags! Today, we are joined by Dustin Neff, the general manager of Triple A Air Conditioning and Heating! In this episode, Dustin shares how self-awareness helped him take the business to the next level and how he plans to move Triple A even further. We are excited to hear more about Dustin in the show, so make sure to tune in with us!
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About Dustin Neff:
Dustin is a sales and service expert and Triple A’s General Manager. He has been working at Triple A AC, Heating, & Plumbing since he was 15. Dustin graduated from Texas A&M in 2013 (Whoop!). He has a lovely wife who he met at Texas A&M. They had a little girl join the family in April and they are so in love with her. They also have 3 big labs and one dachshund who thinks he’s a lab. Dustin is passionate about the needs and goals of his clients, and he specializes in giving our customers peace of mind that work will be completed professionally and ethically. A consummate professional, Dustin was recently recognized by a national industry magazine as one of the Top 40 Under 40!
https://dfwairconditioning.com/
Timestamps:
[00:00] Intro
[03:04] Working in Triple A since the age of 14
[06:53] The goal of becoming a value home service business
[09:49] What propelled Triple A? 
[16:11] Dustin’s favorite hack
[18:51] Dustin Neff on the passion for helping
[22:35] Tech has allowed equipment to self-diagnose issues
[24:01] The goal of the system is to prevent breakdowns…
[29:27] Contact / Outro
 
Resources:
Website: https://dfwairconditioning.com/
AGH Website:      https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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Why You Need Constant Talent and Cross-training with Peter Madden

How do you avoid the unforeseen problems in your business? Today we are joined by the owner of Madden’s Restaurant Consulting, Peter Madden! Peter talks about getting into the food industry by accident, doubling down on his trade, and why business owners must keep hiring at ALL TIMES.  Peter is now a restaurant consultant and sells his Mad Rita Mix online from his past restaurant, Mad Taco. Get in touch with Peter at pmaddens.com!If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review and connect with Chris and Greg on LinkedIn!
About:Peter is a native Texan raised in McAllen and currently residing in Bryan College Station with four decades in the restaurant industry including twenty years as a restaurant owner. Culinary school set his path in the early 1990's, shaping the next 30 years of developing a distinct culinary and leadership style. 
https://www.pmaddens.com/aboutv
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Peter Madden’s Entrepreneurial Journey
05:41 - Starting in the Industry
08:55 - From Chef to Entrepreneur 
13:28 - The Shift Peter had to make
14:57 - Biggest Challenge
22:21 - BHAG
26:40 - Lightning Round 
31:17 - Chris & Greg Takeaways
34:09 - Outro
 
Resources:
Website:              https://www.pmaddens.com/contact
        
AGH Website:      https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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How To Have an Aggressive Giving Strategy with Shannon Badger

Howdy, Ags! Today, we have Shannon Badger, a co-founder, and partner of Badger CPA! In this episode, Shannon shares how and why she started Badger CPA, how she handles her remote workforce, and so much more. We are excited to have Shannon on the show!
 
Outline of the Episode:
[00:00] Intro
[02:38] How Shannon Started Badger CPA
[05:42] Love of Service
[09:16] Passion for Your Work
[12:35] Aggressive Giving Strategy to Remote Workforce 
[14:31] Preparing for the Next Five to Ten years
[20:06] BHAG
[24:19] Lightning Round
[29:42] Interview Takeaways
 
About Shannon Badger, CPA:
Shannon is a CPA and RIA (Registered Investment Advisor) that specializes in tax and accounting strategy for her clients. She seeks to provide solutions that free up her client’s time to grow their business and know that their accounting and finance functions are in excellent hands.
About Badger CPA:
We are a CPA Firm based in San Antonio, TX, with a team of smart, hardworking, and light-hearted accounting professionals who are passionate about helping fellow business owners succeed.
 
Resources:
Website: https://badgercpa.com/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/badgercpa/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxPB44yN_Wf9HCIZ8o5ld6A
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badger-&-badger-certified-public-accountants-llc/
 
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Helping People Feel Like Themselves Again!

Why did you start your business? Today we are joined by the owner of Unconscious Beaute Studio, Melanie Harleaux! Melanie walks us through her journey serving in the Navy, spending over a decade in the medical industry, and being one of the students in the McFerrin Center’s EBV Program! Melanie’s services go beyond hair care and self-care. Listen to see how Melanie is changing lives with her business!If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review and connect with Chris and Greg on LinkedIn!
About:Our studio is built on the belief that true beauty goes beyond the surface; it’s about nurturing your inner glow and enhancing your confidence on your unique self-care journey. As a healthy hair enthusiast, Luxury single-strand extension specialist, Certified Loctician, and Cranial Prosthesis Specialist, I provide compassionate, customized solutions for those facing alopecia and similar conditions.In addition to our salon services, I offer consulting and online courses to empower others in their beauty journeys. My goal is to help you regain your self-esteem and create unforgettable experiences that enhance your faith in yourself.
Always Remember: You are Gorgeous Inside & Out!
www.unconsciousbeaute.com
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:04 - Unconscious Beaute Studio’s Services
03:21 - How Melanie Started as a Stylist & her Mission
07:11 - Melanie’s Experience in the EBV Program
09:12 - Biggest Challenge
12:18 - How to Make These Special Wigs
14:15 - BHAG
15:53 - Lightning Round 
18:23 - Chris & Greg Takeaways
19:40 - Outro
Resources:
Website:      https://devineconsultingllc.com/
        
AGH Website:      https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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How to Keep Planting Seeds

Howdy Ags! Today we are happy to welcome the President of Venturi Engineers, Jose De Leon ‘08! Jose shares with us his business journey and the sacrifices he has made along the way. Check out the full episode to learn more about Jose’s business and his best hacks!
Please leave us a rating and review and we’ll see you next time. Thanks and Gig ‘em! 👍
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Contact: Jose De Leon ‘08
Venturiengineers.com
@venturieng (facebook)
@venturiengineers (instagram)
 
Time Stamps & Show Notes: 
(0:00 - 7:22) Intro / About Venturi Engineers
(7:23 - 9:56) Tipping Point 
(9:57 - 16:02) Biggest Challenge & Hack
(16:03 - 19:54) Changes in the Industry
(19:55 - 26:11) BHAG, Lightning Round
(26:12 - 31:08) Contact / Outro

It’s Easy: Get Your People and Spend Money

Sometimes, it’s easier than you think it is. Today we are joined by the owner of Devine Consulting, Jennifer Devine! Jennifer talks about her path to entrepreneurship and how she’s built a bulletproof team over the past 10 years serving many clients in multiple industries. Jennifer also offers some color to make some tough decisions as a long-time leader. Find out about Jennifer’s team mascot, FRANK, and how you can apply a FRANK in your business!If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star review and connect with Chris and Greg on LinkedIn!
About:Founded in 2011, Devine Consulting is a woman-owned accounting firm that provides personalized bookkeeping, accounting, and financial controller services. As your partner for outsourced accounting, we go beyond numbers to offer detailed analysis and tailored solutions aligned with your growth objectives. Devine Consulting isn’t your average accounting firm, as you can tell by the flamingo in the logo. What makes us different? We like numbers, but we love seeing our clients grow. Managing finances is required for every business but can be frustrating and time-consuming. Our goal is to transform financials into tools that help businesses grow and achieve their goals. We do this by providing a full-service approach to accounting services.
https://devineconsultingllc.com/
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
04:23 - Devine Consulting Services
08:54 - Devine’s Ideal Client
10:00 - Devine using FRANK
13:35 - Biggest Challenge
21:15 - BHAG
27:17 - Lightning Round 
30:25 - Chris & Greg Takeaways
34:14 - Outro
 
Resources:
Website:      https://devineconsultingllc.com/
        
AGH Website:      https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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Integrity Above All

Howdy, Ags! We are joined by the fastest-growing Aggie entrepreneurs in 2022 and #1 on the Aggie100 list, Jeff Markim ‘12 and Daniel Totah ‘06! Listen along as they describe the beginnings of LeasePoint, the risky strategy that paid off, and how they have been able to scale and bring in millions of dollars each and every quarter!Be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on your podcast-listening platform to help us connect with other Aggie entrepreneurs!
About LeasePoint Funding Group:
LeasePoint is a single-point solution for funding capital equipment - a one-stop shop for equipment finance. With a diverse group of funding sources, LeasePoint has the flexibility to work with a wide range of credits including unique clients that fall outside the rigorous standards of conventional financing.
Timestamps:
[00:05 - 01:09] Intro
[01:10 - 01:53] Aggie100 Win
[01:54 - 03:13] College Fond Memories  
[03:14 - 04:22] The Start of LeasePoint 
[04:23 - 05:47] The Future of Banking
[05:48 - 08:41] How They Live Out Their Values 
[08:42 - 11:25] What Does It Take To Be #1 In The Aggie100?
[11:26 - 12:39] The Tipping Point 
[12:40 - 14:36] What Has It Looked Like To Scale? 
[14:37 - 16:10] What Did LeasePoint Fund Last Quarter? 
[16:11 - 17:19] BHAG 
[17:23 - 22:52] Lightning Round
[22:53 - 24:10] Contact, Support, Opportunities 
[24:11 - 28:02] Biggest Takeaways
[28:03 - 29:38] Outro
 
Resources:
Website:                 https://www.leasepointfg.com/ 
AGH Website:        https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
 
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