Nathan Stuck sits down with Jay Bailey, the President and CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs.

Jay is a visionary leader whose mission is to empower and uplift the next generation of entrepreneurs and business owners. With a passion for building communities and creating spaces for underrepresented voices, Jay has dedicated his career to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Atlanta and beyond.

In this episode, Jay shares his inspiring journey—from his early entrepreneurial ventures to leading a center that honors the legacy of Herman Russell, one of Atlanta’s most influential business leaders. We’ll explore how Jay’s experiences have shaped his vision for the Russell Center, the importance of community in entrepreneurship, and why creating lasting impact is his ultimate goal.

Tune in to this episode about the power of perseverance, the significance of community support, and Jay’s commitment to cultivating an ecosystem where black entrepreneurs thrive.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit the H.J. Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs website at https://russellcenter.org/

• Follow Jay Bailey on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaybailey

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay

• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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Today Nathan Stuck sits down with keynote speaker, leadership coach, author, and former award-winning NFL Linebacker Rennie Curran.

Rennie shares his journey from the world of professional sports to building a successful career as an entrepreneur and speaker. He offers valuable insights on the importance of personal branding, the challenges that come with career transitions, and how accountability and self-awareness play essential roles in personal and professional growth.

Rennie and Nathan also discuss the value of transferable skills, continuous learning, and why helping others is a rewarding part of personal growth.

Stay tuned to learn more about embracing challenges, building a strong personal brand, and setting yourself up for success in any career transition.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit renniecurran.com

• Follow @renniecurran on social media

• • LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniecurran/

  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RennieCurran53/

  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/renniecurran/

  • X/Twitter https://twitter.com/renniecurran53

  • YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/renniecurran

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay

• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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Today you’ll learn from Enrique Alvarez, Managing Director at Vector Global Logistics, a company dedicated to changing the world through supply chain operations.

Enrique is passionate about the intersection of purpose and business, and under his leadership, Vector has grown to include global offices while maintaining a results-based culture.

In this episode, Enrique shares how Vector Global Logistics has built a culture of purpose that attracts top talent, better suppliers, and loyal customers. He and Nathan also dive into how the company’s humanitarian work and disaster relief efforts are integrated into its business model. Enrique opens up about balancing business growth with personal values, and how to instill confidence in teams to take risks and make mistakes.

Stay tuned to learn more about how purpose can be a competitive advantage, the power of honest storytelling in business, and the value of B Corp certification in today’s market.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit https://vectorgl.com/

• Follow Vector Global Logisitics on Social Media:

• • LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/vector-global-logistics/

  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VectorGL/

  • Instagra https://www.instagram.com/vector_global_giving/

  • Twitter/X https://twitter.com/VectorGlobal

  • YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/VectorGlobalLogistics

• Follow Enrique at https://www.linkedin.com/in/enrique-alvarez-64332a2/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay

• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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Today you’ll have the opportunity to learn from networking and leadership consultant, speaker, startup advisor, and journalist, Adam Marx.

Adam is the founder of The Zero to One Networker. He draws on more than a decade of experience in the music and startup tech industries to teach others how to cultivate powerful relationships using strategies of patience, consistency, authenticity, and value creation.

Adam shares how his background in music journalism helped him fall into the world of networking, where he built relationships with both artists and professionals. He also introduces his '300 Club' concept, explaining how a small group of key voices can drive conversations and create lasting impact. We discuss overcoming imposter syndrome, staying engaged in your community, and how networking is about much more than just fundraising.

Stay tuned to hear how you can build relational capital and why it’s more important than followers or views. Oh, and you may get to hear the story behind Adam’s signature orange sunglasses and my red jacket!

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit https://www.zerotoonenetworker.com/
• Follow Adam on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammarx13/
• Follow The Zero-to-One Networker on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-zero-to-one-networker

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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How can a large organization successfully implement and sustain zero-waste initiatives while engaging their people and community in long-term environmental responsibility?

In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Dawn Brown, to discuss the journey of sustainability and environmental stewardship at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

Dawn is Senior Manager of Stadium Tours and Education Programs plus Sustainability at Mercedes Benz Stadium. Mercedes Benz Stadium is the first professional sports stadium worldwide to achieve LEED Platinum (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification in 2017 and TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) Platinum certification.

You’ll learn about the role of education and empowerment in fostering a sustainable culture, how sustainability has become part of the stadium’s DNA, and how Mercedes Benz Stadium is looking to make a global impact through the playbook they developed for other organizations who want to achieve zero-waste..

Tune in to hear how Mercedes Benz Stadium is leading the way in sustainability, one small but impactful step at a time.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Learn more at https://www.mercedesbenzstadium.com/sustainability
• Follow Dawn on social media at
• • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-brown-802797170
  • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/altadawn/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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On today’s episode, we flip the script as our Producer and the Co-Founder of Chat With Leaders Media, Quentin Thomas, interviews Nathan Stuck about this year’s BLD Southeast conference.

BLD which stands for B Corp Leadership Development is a conferences organized by B Local Community leaders to strengthen and support the local B Corp movement as well as all purpose and mission driven entrepreneurs who will be in attendance. This year’s BLD Southeast will take place in Atlanta, Georgia on September 11th and 12th.

Stay tuned to learn more about this year’s event, including the amazing speakers, excursions, and opportunities to connect with other people who are passionate about using their influence as a force for good.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making this an event you won’t want to miss.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Learn more about this year’s BLD Southeast, hosted in Atlanta, Georgia at https://bldsoutheast.com/
• Learn more about B Corp Leadership Development and find your B Local community at https://usca.bcorporation.net/b-corps-leadership-development/
• Visit https://www.blocalgeorgia.com/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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On today’s episode, Nathan sits down with Scott Koloms, President and CEO of Facilities Management Services, pbc (or “FMS”), and Founder and CEO of Canopy KY.

FMS is a janitorial services company that believes investing in their people will be good for business and positively impacts the communities they serve. Canopy KY is a nonprofit on a ​​mission to grow Kentucky businesses to positively impact people, our planet, and our future.

In this conversation, Scott shares his journey into entrepreneurship and the importance of finding common ground to make positive impacts. He and Nathan also discuss how sometimes we need to adapt our language to communicate the importance of social impact and sustainability in business and the value of celebrating the journey.

Stay tuned to learn how Scott has integrated his belief that “doing good is good for business” into his organizations, empowering his teams to positively impact stakeholders throughout the communities they serve.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit https://canopyky.org/
• Visit https://facilitiesmgmt.com/
• Follow Scott on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottkoloms/

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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On today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Phillip Scroggin, Chief Marketing Nerd at Sol Insights.

Phillip is a Certified Marketing Professional with the American Marketing Association and the host of the weekly business podcast: Good Morning, Market. He’s also the founder and Managing Director at Sol Insights, a growth marketing firm based in Savannah, Georgia, centered on everyday businesses.

You’ll hear Phillip share his journey into leadership, his unique approach to supporting small businesses in a non-traditional business hub, and valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on balancing passion and profit.

Stay tuned to discover how Phillip's commitment to community and strategic thinking can inspire and guide your own business endeavors.

RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE

• Visit solinsights.com
• Follow Sol Insights on LinkedIn / @solinsights

CREDITS

• Theme Music🎵ZakharValaha from Pixabay
• Produced by ChatWithLeadersMedia.com

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