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On this episode of  "Behind the Numbers," Dave Bookbinder interviews Keith Baldwin, CEO of Spikes Natioanlly Famous, author, and podcast host. Baldwin provides a riveting recount of his journey from being an employee in the sports industry to owning a successful enterprise, underlining his belief in the power of resilience, hard work, and employee care.
Keith shares his company's transformative experience during the global pandemic—how an industry reliant on group gatherings adapted on the fly to stay afloat and keep everyone employed. Baldwin's business acumen and dedication to his team resulted in Spikes transforming into a call center for New York State in record time, demonstrating the vital role of responsiveness and adaptation in business.
In addition to his business journey, Keith reveals a personal challenge to break the norm and experience something new every day. From flying a plane to spending a night on Philadelphia's streets, Keith's inspiring adventures became not just a year of unique experiences, but also a journey of self-discovery and profound life insights.
Also mentioned is Keith's podcast, "Trophy Moments," where listeners join Keith on a journey of significant milestones and 'firsts' in people's lives, offering a blend of humor and wisdom. The podcast pushes listeners to break their daily monotony, stretch their limits, and pursue their aspirations.
About Keith Baldwin:
Keith L. Baldwin has spent over forty plus years in the Awards and Recognition business for one company on a journey from a teenage employee to an owner.  He has worked in all aspects of the business from assembly and engraving to his current position as Chief Relationship Officer and Majority Partner of Spike’s Trophies, Ltd.  Spike’s is an award winning Retailer and Manufacturer of the year recipient in the industry nationally and in the local community since 1929.    Spike’s is also a distributor of Promotional Products and a manufacturer of interior Signage with three retail locations in Philadelphia and surrounding areas.    
About Our Sponsor:
Haefele Flanagan (HFCO) is a full-service accounting firm that’s been serving clients since 1967.  Not your typical accounting firm, HFCO’s services extend well beyond tax and audit to include valuation services, strategic and succession planning, leadership development, and more.  When you work with Haefele Flanagan, we help you realize your long-term goals.  Please visit them at www.hfco.com.
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries. 
Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers. 
He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company’s most valuable asset.”
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In today's episode of Behind the Numbers, we are joined by two extraordinary guests, Ande Grubb, Chief Operating Officer at Haefele Flanagan, and Hank O'Donnell, an EOS expert and founder of Positive Traction. They delve into the dynamics of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)—an innovative framework that empowers over 250,000 companies globally.
Listen in as they discuss the transformative potential of EOS in helping entrepreneurs accomplish their long-term objectives, stimulate profits, and elevate team performance. O'Donnell uncovers the pivotal concepts of EOS such as 'rocks', elucidating how these intended accountability tools can be utilized to improve team focus. Grubb enlightens the audience on the significance of roles like 'visionary', 'integrator', and 'implementer' within the EOS model. He reveals how these contrasting roles harmoniously work together to perpetuate company growth.
Experience first-hand Grubb's transformative experience with EOS implementation at Haefele Flanagan. Our speakers reveal how EOS establishes clear accountability, and promotes an inclusive work atmosphere ensuring every employee's voice resonates. With EOS, businesses can bolster employee retention, cultivate a culture of transparency, and solidify a triumphant growth strategy.
Discover the challenges encountered, strategic solutions implemented, and the resulting accomplishments. Deep-dive into the concept of level 10 meetings and learn how the people analyzer tool assists with placing the right talent in the right places.
Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking a novel tool for business expansion, or simply keen on widening your EOS knowledge, this podcast brims with invaluable insights. Learn about the indispensable role EOS plays in restoring work-life balance for entrepreneurs and take a guided tour along the path of organizational growth and success with EOS!
About Ande Grubb:
As Chief Operating Officer (Integrator), Ande is responsible for providing company leadership, direction and internal process oversight at Haefele Flanagan. She has 20+ years of experience in industries such as distribution and professional services and has held the roles of Chief Operating Officer, Business Owner and Executive Coach.  She also has a thorough background in EOS® having practiced its principles for almost a decade.
About Hank O'Donnell:
As a 3rd generation entrepreneur, Hank O’Donnell understands both the fierce challenges and the deep satisfaction of leading and growing a successful business. Hank’s early lessons in business came from behind the counter and on the delivery truck of his family’s business. For over 20 years, Hank successfully grew his family’s firm and, when faced with category killer competition, successfully repositioned and sold the firm. Along the way Hank discovered a passion for helping other business owners find success. So, it was natural for Hank to become a Vistage CEO Group Chair. Earning the “Robert Nourse Vistage Chair of the Year” Hank demonstrated his commitment to his client’s success. He plays “All In!” In 2012 Hank “discovered” EOS and saw the immense impact it was having on his clients both their personal lives and businesses. Hank has helped over 125 clients in over 900 sessions days get what they truly want from their businesses. Hank earned “Expert EOS Implementer” status, the highest level of mastery and is on the EOS training team.
About Our Sponsor:
Haefele Flanagan (HFCO) is a full-service accounting firm that’s been serving clients since 1967.  Not your typical accounting firm, HFCO’s services extend well beyond tax and audit to include valuation services, strategic and succession planning, leadership development, and more.  When you work with Haefele Flanagan, we help you realize your long-term goals.  Please visit them at www.hfco.com.
 
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most importan

On this episode of Behind the Numbers, Dave Bookbinder welcomes guest Cara Shortsleeve, CEO of the Leadership Consortium, for a thoughtful discussion on efficient leadership and facilitating younger talents' transition into leadership roles.
Cara shares her extensive knowledge on inviting the best out of leaders by partnering with top global companies. The conversation explores the concept of 'servant leadership,' underscoring the importance for leaders to roll up their sleeves to ensure optimal conditions for their teams to thrive. They further investigate the challenges faced by the rising generation as they evolve from peers to bosses, offering interventional solutions to navigate this intricate process.
The session then transitions into recognizing potential leaders, shining light on the integral roles of learning, curiosity, resilience, and adaptability in a world where change is the only constant. A focal point of their conversation delves into empathy, a quality Cara firmly believes can be nurtured and honed with the right mindset and training. Towards the end, they address the harsh realities of leaders conflicting with their seniors and how to navigate such scenarios gracefully.
Enriched with profound insights, this episode of Behind the Numbers is a must-listen for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of business leadership. Tune in for more episodes on team-building, bouncing back from disruption and efficient leadership in the corporate world.
 
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries. 
 
Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers. 
 
He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company’s most valuable asset.”
 
🔸 Grab Dave’s #1 Best-Selling Books: The New ROI: Return on Individuals  & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers
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🔸 Check out www.NEWROI.com for more.
💡  Want to share your insights with the business community? Message Dave to learn how you can be a guest on Behind The Numbers. https://linktr.ee/BehindTheNumbers
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In an insightful episode of "Behind the Numbers", Merrick Rosenberg - CEO of Take Flight Learning, introduces us to a remarkable approach to understanding and leveraging the power of personality for individual and company success. Merrick explores the influence of personality on leadership styles, business decision-making, and workplace interactions through his innovative four-birds DISC assessment method.
With clear insights, Rosenberg introduces us to the distinct personality types - Eagles, Parrots, Doves, and Owls, each contributing a unique energy to the team dynamics. He flawlessly underscores the indispensable importance of flexing communication and leadership styles, which he describes as being a 'chameleon', to cater to different team members' unique needs for a more productive work environment.
Within this animated conversation, Rosenberg highlights how critical aspects such as designing role descriptions, identifying the right-fit persona for companies, and the role of personality styles in cultivating successful relationships both at the workplace and personally. Furthermore, he debunks common stereotypical beliefs about the representation of the four personality styles across genders.
He introduces listeners to his award-winning movie "Bird Brains, Inc." which effectively visualizes personality styles and their interactions.  His dialogue further extents to sharing essential tips on effective communication, creating functional teams, and daily activities that can be enhanced by understanding these styles.
Wrapping up the episode, Merrick discusses the tangible positive outcomes his clients have benefitted from, indicating that the key to organizational success indeed lies in understanding the intricate web of interpersonal dynamics and primal personality traits.
About Merrick Rosenberg:
Merrick Rosenberg founded Team Builders Plus in 1991 and reinvented how people learn about themselves through personality styles when he started his second company, Take Flight Learning, in 2012. 
He is the author of eight award-winning books about tapping into the power of personality, including The Chameleon and Which Bird Are You?. 
Merrick has worked with more than half of the Fortune 100 companies. Under Merrick’s leadership as CEO of Take Flight Learning, his company has been selected as the New Jersey Business of the Year by NJ Biz Magazine and has repeatedly been named one of the Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal. He is also an award-winning filmmaker, as his personality styles movie BirdBrains, Inc., won ten film festival awards, including Best Short by the Indie Film Fest.
Merrick won an award for Best Political Book of 2023 for Personality Wins: Who Will Take the White House and How We Know: Maincrest Media 2023 Award Winners.
About Our Sponsor:
Haefele Flanagan (HFCO) is a full-service accounting firm that’s been serving clients since 1967.  Not your typical accounting firm,HFCO’s services extend well beyond tax and audit to include valuation services, strategic and succession planning, leadership development, and more.  When you work with Haefele Flanagan, we help you realize your long-term goals.  Please visit them at www.hfco.com.
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries. 
Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers. 
He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quant

In this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with Ian Wristbridge, the dynamic CEO and founder of Magnar. A leader in providing cutting-edge security and operational technologies for critical infrastructure facilities, Magnar is making significant strides in the industry. Guided by his family's legacy and entrepreneurial spirit, Ian offers valuable insights into the complex task of safeguarding high-risk establishments.
Listen as Ian details his journey of growing up in a tech-oriented environment, pairing with strategic partners, and successfully incorporating regulatory compliance and security best practices into Magnar's technology. Understand the motivations driving Ian and his team - a purpose-led commitment to enhance the security and safety of the U.S. by aiding crucial facilities. With increasing digital vulnerabilities and the aftermath of events like 9-11 shaping the industry, Ian also discusses the emerging cybersecurity threats and policies formulated to combat them.
Discover Magnar's unique approach to security, viewing it not just as a cost but as a long-term investment. See how they help facilities strike a balance between profitability and risk management by improving security, safety, and operational efficiency. Witness Ian's captivating journey as a fourth-generation entrepreneur, imbibing lessons from his predecessors and maneuvering the entrepreneurial landscape in the tech sector.
The episode deepens as Wristbridge opens up about the imperative values for any entrepreneur - a devoted team, a supportive system, and a unifying purpose. Learn from his insightful take on leadership, the importance of humility and the need to acknowledge and learn from failures. With a focus on purpose-driven leadership and open communication, Risbridge highlights how aligning individual paths with larger team goals can lead to exceptional organisational growth.
Tune in to gain a sneak peek into the exciting future of Magnar and indulge in a riveting narrative about charting entrepreneurial success, orchestrating a supportive work environment, and leading with humility. A must-listen episode for budding entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and everyone interested in the world of risk management and corporate security.
About our guest:
Ian is a certified FSO and has spent over 20 years in the technology sector, with a proven track record of identifying innovative solutions to complex business problems. He is a 4th generation entrepreneur, who is passionate about creating technologies that transform how critical infrastructure facilities protect the health, safety and security of their personnel and visitors.
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries. 
Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers. 
He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company’s most valuable asset.”
🔸 Grab Dave’s #1 Best-Selling Books: The New ROI: Return on Individuals  & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers
🔸 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn 
🔸 Connect with Dave on FaceBook
🔸 Follow Dave on Twitter
🔸 Check out www.NEWROI.com for more.
💡  Want to share your insights with the business community? Message Dave to learn how you can be a guest on Behind The Numbers. https://linktr.ee/BehindTheNumbers
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"Button things up early" is the message from Seth Broder, President at Broder Law Group.
In this episode of Behind The Numbers, Seth explains why having a buy-sell agreement in placeis prudent protection; what to consider if entertaining an earn-out provision in the sale of a business; the importance of protecting intellectual property, and more.
Seth is the founding member of Broder Law Group, P.C. Throughout his legal career, Seth has been successful in negotiating both transactions and legal settlements for clients, while maintaining professionalism through aggressive representation, yet always seeking pragmatic solutions. From the formation of a business entity, to the handling of all transactions relevant to the business, culminating with transition planning, Seth has been an integral part of his clients’ success.
About the Host:
Dave Bookbinder is the person that clients reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. He’s a corporate finance executive with a focus on business and intellectual property valuation. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries. 
Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers. 
He’s on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people’s contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company’s most valuable asset.”
🔸 Grab Dave’s #1 Best-Selling Books: The New ROI: Return on Individuals  & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers
🔸 Connect with Dave on LinkedIn 
🔸 Connect with Dave on FaceBook
🔸 Follow Dave on Twitter
🔸 Check out www.NEWROI.com for more.
💡  Want to share your insights with the business community? Message Dave to learn how you can be a guest on Behind The Numbers. https://linktr.ee/BehindTheNumbers
🔹 Check out more of Behind The Numbers on YouTube
🔹 Check out more of Behind The Numbers on RVN Television
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