Turjo Talks

Turjo Talks

Hosted by Turjo WadudA podcast that empowers small to medium size business owners and investors with actionable insights on strategic growth, deal preparation, and maximizing business exits.

  1. Nei Kuan Chia | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    07/07/2025

    Nei Kuan Chia | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo sits down with Nei Kuan Chia, Managing Director of Socium Ventures, to explore his unconventional journey into venture capital. From med school dropout to competitive swimmer turned investor, Nei Kuan shares how a chance encounter led him into the world of startups and finance. They discuss his career path through Deloitte, CNN, and Cox Enterprises, where he now leads Socium Ventures, a fund focused on early to growth stage investments with a long-term lens. Nei Kuan offers insights into Cox’s unique three-pronged investment strategy and why building trust with founders matters more than chasing quick returns. Connect with Nei Kuan Chia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nei-kuan-chia-a442a15/ https://sociumventures.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 6m
  2. Miller Chalk | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    07/07/2025

    Miller Chalk | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo Wadud speaks with Miller Chalk, President and CEO of Inglett & Stubbs, one of the top electrical contractors in the U.S. Miller shares how he worked his way up from assistant project manager to leading a company known for tackling high-stakes projects like data centers, hospitals, and stadiums. They discuss the company’s focus on safety, innovation, and offsite prefabrication, as well as the importance of investing in talent and building lasting client relationships. Miller also offers his personal take on leadership, the value of the trades, and why continuous improvement is core to their culture. Connect with Miller Chalk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/millerchalk/ https://www.inglett-stubbs.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Connect with Turjo Wadud: Visit the 317 Advisory Group Website:   https://317advisory.com/ Visit Turjo's About.me page: https://about.me/turjowadud Follow Turjo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find Turjo Talks on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    45 min
  3. James Zauderer | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    07/05/2025

    James Zauderer | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo sits down with Jim Zauderer, president of Zauderer Associates, a manufacturer’s rep firm that has been connecting OEMs with high-quality component manufacturers since 1954. Jim shares how the business has grown from a regional operation to an international player, and how it's adapted to changes in technology, global supply chains, and industry regulations. They discuss the future of manufacturing, the impact of AI and robotics, and Jim’s advice for the next generation entering the field. Connect with James Zauderer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-zauderer-6757586/ https://zauderer.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 4m
  4. Marta New | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    07/02/2025

    Marta New | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo sits down with Dr. Marta New, founder and CEO of Radius Research. They discuss how Radius helps biotech companies bring new drugs to market faster by managing everything from early research to clinical trials. Dr. New shares insights from her journey across academia, big pharma, and venture capital, and opens up about the challenges of leading a biotech company through rapid growth. Connect with Dr. Marta New: linkedin.com/in/martanew https://www.radyusresearch.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 2m
  5. Dilshan Singh | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    06/13/2025

    Dilshan Singh | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo Wadud speaks with Dilshan Singh, founder and CEO of Refined Parking Solutions. Dilshan shares his entrepreneurial journey, from launching his first business at age 12 to building a high-end parking company that serves luxury properties. He opens up about early failures, lessons learned as a young valet, and how he turned a tough pandemic setback into a growth opportunity. They discuss how Refined Parking Solutions evolved from a valet-focused service to a tech-forward parking management firm, and the importance of hospitality, training, and adaptability in a competitive industry. This is a story of grit, reinvention, and building with purpose. Connect with Dilshan Singh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dilshan-singh-bb4518bb/ https://www.instagram.com/theparkingguru/ https://refinedparking.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 9m
  6. Sig Mosley | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    06/04/2025

    Sig Mosley | The Turjo Talks Podcast

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo Wadud welcomes Sig Mosley, Managing Partner of Mosley Ventures and one of the most prolific angel investors in the Southeast. With 122 startup investments and 83 liquidity events under his belt, including the $5.7 billion acquisition of Tradex, Sig shares his decades-long journey in venture capital. They discuss how Sig evaluates founders, why he prioritizes people over ideas, and what he's learned from navigating everything from the dot-com bubble to today’s AI boom. He also offers practical advice for entrepreneurs on finding the right partners, doing due diligence on VCs, and what it really means to raise capital. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about startups and investing. Connect with Sig Mosley: linkedin.com/in/sigmosley https://www.mosleyventures.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 1m
  7. From Side Hustle to Industry Leader: Cassandra's Real Story

    05/21/2025

    From Side Hustle to Industry Leader: Cassandra's Real Story

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo Wadud sits down with Cassandra Connors, founder of Rose Garden and Bella Bag. Cassandra shares her remarkable journey from a broke NYU student selling her Gucci bag on the school intranet to becoming a pioneer in the luxury handbag resale market. She opens up about launching Bella Bag with no business plan, scaling it through grit and creativity, and managing a million-dollar inventory as one of the first movers in the space. They dive into the highs and lows of early entrepreneurship, her experience navigating partnerships and investments, and how wholesaling helped her build long-term growth. Cassandra’s story is a powerful blend of hustle, instinct, and vision. Connect with Cassandra Connors: https://www.instagram.com/cssndracnnrs/ https://www.instagram.com/thersgrdn/ https://www.rsgrdn.com Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    1h 33m
  8. From Startup Dreams to Family Business Legacy : Danielle Putnam’s Journey

    05/15/2025

    From Startup Dreams to Family Business Legacy : Danielle Putnam’s Journey

    Get in touch with Turjo and the team by heading over to 317advisory.com and booking a consultation today. On this episode of Turjo Talks, Turjo Wadud speaks with Danielle Putnam, President of New Flat Rate, a company transforming the home services industry through an innovative menu pricing system. Danielle shares her journey from working at a tech startup to building a bootstrapped business that empowers HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors to boost sales while giving homeowners more choice. They discuss the transition from printed pricing books to a full software platform, how Danielle scaled the company through COVID, and her leadership lessons on delegation and growth. This is a powerful conversation on modernizing a traditional industry—and doing it with purpose. Connect with Danielle Putnam: linkedin.com/in/daniellekoop https://thenewflatrate.com/ Turjo Talks is a podcast that empowers small to medium-sized business owners and investors with actionable insights on leveraging assets, strategic growth, and maximizing business exits. We will be having conversations with folks at various stages of the business growth cycle, from those having seen many businesses grow as well as those doing it for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TurjoTalks SUBSCRIBE to Turjo Talks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turjo-talks/id1786516450 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uHVjSlBfHYw18prQhHbBV?si=5978d00824c442c2 FOLLOW Turjo Talks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turjotalks About Turjo Wadud: Turjo Wadud is the CEO of 317 Advisory Group, which provides consulting and transaction services to scale and optimize businesses. He has been an entrepreneur all his life and is familiar with every stage of a business, from mopping floors to make ends meet to raising $3b+ in capital throughout his career. Enjoyed the episode? Follow now and you'll never miss new Turjo Talks episodes! Don't forget to follow on all platforms to stay up to date on new episodes, guests, and more! 317 Advisory Group: https://317advisory.com/ About Me: https://about.me/turjowadud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turjo-wadud-1852bb340/ Find us on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/turjotalks

    54 min
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Hosted by Turjo WadudA podcast that empowers small to medium size business owners and investors with actionable insights on strategic growth, deal preparation, and maximizing business exits.

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  • Creator
    Turjo Talks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Turjo Talks
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