Archive for October, 2007
Episode 124: The Aflac BusinessMakers Flashback – Richard Loomis
Flashback with the BusinessMakers to an interview with Richard Loomis. The founder, president and CEO of World Energy runs a magazine and broadcast media company dedicated to the exchange of information among various energy companies. As an industry insider, Loomis has an extensive knowledge of energy sources, issues and dilemmas. In this segment, Loomis presents his take on the future of energy. Loomis’ full length interview, broadcast in July 2007, is one of BusinessMakers’ most thought-provoking ever.
Original Broadcast: Saturday, October 20th, 2007 | No Comments »
Episode 124: Featured Guest – Barnett Gershen
The BusinessMakers interview Barney Gershen, former CEO of Associated Building Services, one of the nation’s largest maintenance companies. As a child during the 1950s, Gershen worked to build the family business. Over time, the job became a career. Gershen bought out his mother’s ownership and began his personal battle to develop “the best company.” When Gershen sold the company in 2004, it had 13,000 employees and operations in 30 states. This is a story of inspiration, determination and lessons learned along the way.
Original Broadcast: Saturday, October 20th, 2007 | 6 Comments »
Episode 124: WebXTRA – Barney Gershen
Russ continues his discussion with Barney Gershen, former CEO of Associated Building Services. In this segment, Gershen offers valuable advice applicable to virtually every entrepreneur as he elaborates on lessons learned: the importance of people, taking a chance, Vince Lombardi and knowing when to get help.
Original Broadcast: Saturday, October 20th, 2007 | 2 Comments »
Episode 124: PKF Entrepreneur’s Playbook
Greg Price offers the fourth in a series of discussions on information management. Today’s topic: Tools, applications and process tips to help transform information storage and distribution.
Original Broadcast: Saturday, October 20th, 2007 | No Comments »
Episode 124: WebXTRA – Chris Brogan
Join BusinessMakers in a visit with Chris Brogan, a pioneer in social media. Erica O’Grady interviews the man who made a lifestyle out of blogging. Brogan discusses the importance of connecting, his unlikely rise to fame, podcams and Twitter.
Original Broadcast: Saturday, October 20th, 2007 | No Comments »
