Curve Ahead Podcast

Brian Wiles
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Curve Ahead interviews founders, owners, and CXOs of small to medium-sized companies. The podcast explores how these leaders developed their business ideas, the problems they are solving, and their journey to success

  1. 04/01/2025

    Building a Web-First B2B Agency

    Rebecca Dutcher, founder of Red66 Marketing, joins Curve Ahead to share how she's grown her web-first agency by 150% since 2020 while increasing profitability with a smaller team. After 15 years in agencies, Rebecca launched Red66 to help B2B companies build smarter digital marketing foundations and has scaled to a 13-person team in just eight years. In this episode, discover why websites remain the foundation of effective B2B marketing, how AI is changing content creation and search behavior, and why short-form video and authentic brand visibility are essential in today's buyer's journey. Rebecca also reveals how she's used EOS and people-first leadership to build sustainability without sacrificing culture or profitability. Whether you're running lean or building a team, this episode offers valuable insights from a marketing leader who's stayed ahead of digital trends Send us a text

    30 min

  2. 03/31/2025

    From Legal to Engineering: How Manuel Harnisch is Navigating AI's Impact on Software Compliance

    Manuel Harnisch, VP of Technology Services and Support at Fossa, shares his journey from Germany to scaling US tech startups. Discover how Fossa shifted their sales strategy from legal buyers to engineers, what this says about the future of software purchasing, and why AI is both an opportunity and liability in modern development. Manuel also shares his personal transformation story, losing 100 pounds and becoming a trail runner after 2020. Whether you're navigating startup growth, managing technical teams, or trying to stay compliant in a fast-moving AI world, this episode delivers valuable insights for technical leaders. Send us a text

    30 min

  3. 03/28/2025

    Building Credibility Through Strategic Partnerships

    Join host Brian Wiles as he interviews Jed Corenthal, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at Phenix Real-Time Solutions. From his early days as a musician at Sony's Columbia Records to leading marketing at the NFL and launching successful tech startups, Jed shares valuable insights on identifying emerging trends, building business credibility through key partnerships, and bridging the gap between marketing and sales. Learn how real-time streaming technology is transforming audience engagement and why even a few seconds of latency can make or break user experience in today's multi-screen world. Send us a text

    29 min

  4. 03/27/2025

    Building a $9M IT Business: Growth, Acquisitions & Knowing When to Refocus

    In this episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian speaks with Jeff Borello, co-founder of Andromeda Technology Solutions, about growing his IT managed service provider from a side hustle to a 37-person, $9 million operation over 30 years. Jeff shares candid insights about the challenges of growth through acquisition, the importance of complementary partnerships, and why sometimes the best growth strategy is returning to your core offering. Whether you're running a service-based business or considering an expansion strategy, Jeff's three decades of experience offers valuable lessons on sustainable growth, customer service excellence, and knowing when to say no to maintain focus Send us a text

    26 min

  5. 03/25/2025

    From Failure to Growth: How a 5-Time Entrepreneur Applied Startup Lessons to Corporate Success

    On today's episode of Curve Ahead, Kirk Fackre, VP of Sales at iCorps Technologies and self-proclaimed "recovering entrepreneur," shares how his five startup experiences shaped his approach to growing established businesses. Discover why hyper-personalization beats automation in sales outreach, how AI serves as both opportunity and threat in the security landscape, and why internal mentorship and employee retention create compounding value for both clients and companies. If you're balancing growth ambitions with security concerns or trying to cut through the noise in digital marketing, this episode delivers actionable insights from someone who's seen both sides of the business spectrum. Send us a text

    28 min

  6. 03/18/2025

    SEO as Real Estate - Building Digital Neighborhoods with Inc. 5000 Agency Founder

    In this illuminating episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian welcomes Danny Gavin, founder of Optage digital marketing agency that landed on the Inc. 5000 list. From his early days coding websites in the late 90s to building a thriving 30-person agency, Danny shares the journey that led to his remarkable success. Danny reveals his unique perspective on SEO, comparing it to long-term real estate investment and explaining how each Google search page represents a different "neighborhood" with varying entry requirements. Whether you're struggling with search optimization or wondering how to build a company culture that scales without losing its heart, this episode delivers actionable insights. Learn why open communication was critical to maintaining Optage's culture during rapid growth, how Danny uses client conversion data to measure marketing success, and why diversifying your marketing channels is more important than ever in today's changing digital landscape. Curve Ahead is a production of Autozy, where we help businesses amplify their voices, share compelling stories, and achieve measurable growth through expertly crafted podcasts. 00:00 - Introduction and welcome 01:24 - Danny's background: From South Africa to digital marketing 03:17 - E-commerce evolution: From 10-page contracts to one-click buying 05:30 - The impact of leadership positivity on organizational culture 09:17 - Optage's services: Lead generation and marketing performance 11:30 - The importance of connecting marketing results to client CRMs 14:00 - Achieving Inc. 5000 recognition and managing growth 16:08 - Finding help: The Clubhouse connection that changed everything 19:42 - Open communication: Keeping culture intact during rapid scaling 24:09 - SEO explained: The digital neighborhood concept 26:45 - Content requirements: Matching what's already ranking 29:13 - SEO as real estate investment: A long-term strategic approach 32:27 - Diversifying marketing channels beyond single platforms 33:59 - Danny's projects: Digital Marketing Mentor podcast and Odeo Academy Send us a text

    36 min

  7. 03/14/2025

    Funding Your Business Without Giving Up Equity

    In this episode of Curve Ahead, Brian Wiles interviews Michael Praver, founder and CFO of Funding Funding, about how entrepreneurs can secure funding without sacrificing ownership. Why debt financing can be smarter than equity How to stack loans effectively (without hurting your credit) The Loan Navigator process and how it works Common mistakes founders make when raising capital Timing your funding to avoid running out of cash If you’re a small business owner, startup founder, or solopreneur, this episode is packed with actionable funding strategies you need to grow your business on your terms! #BusinessFunding #StartupLoans #DebtFinancing #Entrepreneurship #CurveAheadPodcast Send us a text

    35 min

  8. 03/12/2025

    The Power of Niching Down

    In this illuminating episode of Curve Ahead, host Brian welcomes Lucho Silva Ball, CEO and co-founder of Digifiance, a HubSpot Elite Partner agency. From humble beginnings in a studio apartment to achieving HubSpot's highest partner status, Lucho shares his entrepreneurial journey and the pivotal decision to specialize exclusively in HubSpot that transformed his business. Listen as Lucho reveals candid insights about content strategy in the age of AI, why generic content no longer works, and how focusing on a specific niche dramatically improves operational efficiency. Whether you're building a business, considering specialization, or refining your content strategy, this episode offers practical wisdom about perseverance, discipline, and the power of authentic expertise. Curve Ahead is a production of Autozy, where we help businesses amplify their voices, share compelling stories, and achieve measurable growth through expertly crafted podcasts. Send us a text

    36 min
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Curve Ahead interviews founders, owners, and CXOs of small to medium-sized companies. The podcast explores how these leaders developed their business ideas, the problems they are solving, and their journey to success

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  • Creator
    Brian Wiles
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Curve Ahead Podcast
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