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Investing in small businesses means strengthening the backbone of America! Meralis Hood, CEO of EforAll, shares her mission to serve entrepreneurs. Meralis has built EforAll to be entirely centered around helping individuals start and grow their businesses through training,  mentorship, information, access to capital, and an extended professional support network. Connect with Meralis on LinkedIn and find more information at EforAll.org!
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About 
Since 2013, EforAll has partnered with communities to help under-represented individuals successfully start and grow their businesses through training, mentorship, and extended professional support network. 
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 01:07] Intro
[01:08 - 07:34] About Meralis and EforAll   
[07:35 - 10:05] Lightbulb Moments   
[10:06 - 13:17] Biggest Challenges: Information, Access to Capital, Network          
[13:18 - 20:44] When EforAll Started/ Process to Get Involved 
[20:45 - 22:40] Mentor Vetting Process  
[22:41 - 24:55] BHAG 
[25:00 - 29:25] Lightning Round 
[29:26 - 33:24] Chris & Greg Takeaways
[33:25 - 34:48] Outro
 
Resources:
Website:              https://eforall.org/ 
               https://www.linkedin.com/in/meralis-t-hood-101001aa/  
AGH Website:      https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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Joining us today is The Definition of Success, 2020 Aggie 100 Honoree, Cory Whitaker ‘01. Cory shares his fond memories from the Corps, how he started Bowie Capital Management, and why client satisfaction is vital for business growth. Be sure to leave us a rating, and we will see you on the next episode of Aggie Growth Hacks. Thanks and Gig ‘em!
 
Contact: Cory Whitaker
Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Bowie Capital Management
Advisory Director for Petrus Trust Company
 
https://bowiecapital.com
(214) 712-4951
Email: info@bowiecapital.com
 
Podcasts: 
Books: Fortune's Formula: The Untold Story of the Scientific Betting System That Beat the Casinos and Wall Street by William Poundstone
 
Timestamps & Show Notes: 
(0:00 - 3:19) Intro
(3:20 - 4:55) Favorite Aggie Memory
(4:56 - 6:26) How Bowie Capital Started
(6:27 - 8:21) What does Bowie Capital Do?  
(8:22 - 11:20) Bowie Capital in the Past Year/ How They’ve Hacked Their Struggles
(11:21 - 14:44) Focusing On Existing Customers, Bringing More Value
(14:45 - 19:25) BHAG
(19:26 - 24:59) Lighting Round
(25:00 - 26:24) Contact Bowie Capital/ Final Thoughts
(26:25 - 29:55) Outro

Don’t get distracted! Plan your work and work your plan! Katie Burch, Class of ‘02 and ‘05, Architect and Founder of PlanNorth, and two-time Aggie100 winner, appears on today’s episode to share her entrepreneurial spirit and architectural passion. Listen along as she describes how her core values helped to overcome burdensome challenges and where she hopes to take PlanNorth in the future. To connect with Katie and PlanNorth, check out their website at plannorth.com!  
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About 
PlanNorth is a full-service architecture firm. We complete projects of all sizes. Some clients bring us in long before a project has taken any shape. Other clients rely on us for specialized services like Project Management and Construction Administration. PlanNorth has strong partnerships with local and regional structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil engineering firms. On behalf of our clients, we partner with these experts, along with the many contractors and tradespeople to meet project needs with practical solutions. Regardless of the need, PlanNorth is here to help.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 01:11] Intro
[01:12 - 06:35] About Katie, Entrepreneurship, and Architectural Projects   
[06:36 - 08:57] Skills Learned from Texas A&M   
[08:58 - 13:01] How Core Values Help Conquer Challenges         
[13:02 - 14:39] Projects PlanNorth Works On  
[14:40 - 20:39] BHAG 
[20:44 - 25:36] Lightning Round 
[25:37 - 27:19] Chris’s Takeaways
[27:20 - 28:24] Outro
 
Resources:
Website:          https://www.plannorth.com/  
                        https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-burch-410460a5/ 
AGH Website:  https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
Connect with Greg and Chris!
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZx9NMwnBXs5RWC3Rwqkpw

Howdy, Ags! Today, we have the president of Allied Fire Protection, L.P., Dallas Hall! In this episode, Dallas talks about how core values and people drive growth We are excited to have Dallas on the show!
About:
The founders and owners of Allied Fire Protection are very much a part of our daily operations. Our Operations Managers learned their craft in the field – installing, servicing, and perfecting fire and life safety systems. They know the importance of supervising and seasoning every crew coming up after them. They pass along our culture and practices, whether it’s in our proven Apprenticeship program, on weekend hunting and fishing trips, or at a company picnic. Decade after decade, our management team remains nothing short of All-In.
 
Contact: Dallas Hall
President of Allied Fire Protection
1-800-604-2600
https://alliedfireprotection.com/
 
Outline of the Episode:
(00:00 - 01:39) Intro
(01:40 - 04:49) Being A Student At A&M
(04:50 - 07:13) Tipping Point
(07:14 - 14:59) Biggest Challenge
(15:00 - 15:02) Dynamic Ad
(15:03 - 17:12) Lightning Round
(17:13 - 17:39) BHAG
(17:40 - 21:51) Interview Takeaways
 
Resources:
Website: https://alliedfireprotection.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dallas-hall-5606a49
 
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What your competition is doing is interesting, but what you’re doing is fascinating! Lauren Coats, Texas A&M Class of ‘08, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Owner of Rockwall Counseling & Wellness. Lauren joins this episode of Aggie Growth Hacks to share her passion and drive for mental health, helping others, and how she earned her place on the Aggie 100 list while doing so! Listen along for Lauren’s experience of opening her practice, business structure, and more. Check out more information about Lauren and her team at rockwallcounselingandwellness.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 
At Rockwall Counseling & Wellness, we believe in the power of transformation through therapy. Our dedicated team of compassionate and experienced counselors is committed to guiding you on a journey toward positive change and personal growth.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 00:56] Intro
[00:57 - 08:26] About Lauren and Her Practice/Business Structure 
[08:27 - 11:32] Taking Over Admin & Therapist Coaching  
[11:33 - 13:38] Texas A&M Values       
[13:39 - 15:49] Lauren’s Current Biggest Challenge 
[15:50 - 18:28] What Led Up to Opening Second Location 
[18:29 - 22:32] Lauren’s BHAG 
[22:37 - 26:56] Lightning Round 
[26:57 - 30:25] Chis and Greg’s Takeaways
[30:26 - 31:38] Outro
 
Resources:
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-coats-191ba3287/
               https://www.rockwallcounselingandwellness.com/
AGH Website: https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
Connect with Greg and Chris!
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Spotify: http://bit.ly/AggieGH
Stitcher: http://bit.ly/AGH-Stitch
Podbean: http://bit.ly/AGH-PB
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZx9NMwnBXs5RWC3Rwqkpw

Howdy Ags! Today we are thrilled to be joined by the Founder of Aggieland Roofing, Rayne Knight ‘90! Rayne speaks on her journey from Animal Science to Construction, how she has managed to navigate the construction industry, some of her best hacks, and more. We want to give a big thanks to Rayne for joining us this week, and we encourage you to connect with her!
 
Please leave us a rating and review and we’ll see you next time. Thanks and Gig ‘em! 👍
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#leadership #entrepreneurship #business #aggieentrepreneur  @tamumcferrin #aggiegrowthhacks #tamu #aggies
 
Contact: Rayne Knight ‘90
Roofergirl.com
@aggielandroofing (facebook)
@aggieland_roofing (instagram)
 
Time Stamps & Show Notes: 
(00:00 - 02:59) Intro / Aggie Memory
(03:00 - 05:03) About Aggieland Roofing
(05:04 - 05:52) From Animal Science to Construction
(05:53 - 08:38) Tipping Point
(08:39 - 11:29) Biggest Challenge
(11:30 - 13:42) Industry Changes
(13:43 - 15:24) BHAG
(15:25 - 19:30) Residential vs. Commercial
(19:31 - 22:57) Lightning Round
(22:58 - 24:14) Contact 
(24:15 - 28:06) Outro