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Season 6

Jamie Christensen — Why Implementation Beats Strategy in Small Business Marketing

Fuse Associates founder Jamie Christensen joins Henry Harrison to explain why strategy is only a fraction of the work in marketing — and implementation is where results are won or lost. After 15 years in institutional finance, Jamie built a fractional marketing firm for growing businesses, and she shares how Fuse turned a client's $1M/year Google Ads spend from a negative return into a 2X while recovering roughly $900K in missed revenue. A grounded conversation on fractional marketing, the real impact of AI on small business, and the network and mindset behind sustainable growth. Fuse Associates: https://FuseAssoc.com Tags: entrepreneurship, marketing, small business, fractional marketing, business growth, AI, leadership, founders, Henry Deimel Harrison

S6 · E7

Jun 11, 2026

22:20

How Growing Companies Get Executive Talent Without the Full-Time Cost — Zach Nathan

Zach Nathan, founder of Suite Leap, joins Henry Harrison to talk about a problem most founders eventually hit: needing senior leadership before they can afford a full-time hire. Zach shares how he went from 11 years at American Airlines to building businesses of his own — including an urgent care company he grew to $20M — and what that taught him about finding the right expertise at the right time. He covers the $5–50M growth ceiling, why a full-time executive often carries more cost and risk than founders realize, a $15M client that grew roughly 50% in 18 months, and the lessons from a partnership dispute that ended an otherwise successful business. A direct, practical conversation on entrepreneurship, growth, and leadership. Suite Leap: https://www.suiteleap.com More episodes: https://www.henryharrison.com

S6 · E6

Jun 9, 2026

32:22

Robert Siciliano on Cybersecurity and Becoming a Tougher Target

Why do criminals make billions off hardworking people every year? Because most of us do nothing to stop them. Cybersecurity and personal protection expert Robert Siciliano joins Henry Harrison to explain the psychology behind why people resist security, the real economics of a $12.2 trillion cybercrime industry, and the handful of practical steps every business owner should take today. In this episode: -Why attackers log in instead of hacking -The three habits that put you in the top 10% of secure users -Why phishing simulation training rarely works -How to reframe security from "paranoia" to risk management -The personal story behind 30+ years of this work Connect with Robert: https://protectnowllc.com/

S6 · E5

Jun 9, 2026

30:32

Escaping the Owner Trap with Derek Isaac: Building Profitable, Sellable Construction Companies

Derek Isaac scaled a general contracting business, tripled revenue in one year, and still went bankrupt. He joins Henry Harrison to explain the gap between revenue and profit, why estimating is where money is made or lost, and how to build a construction company that doesn't depend on the owner. Derek is a construction business coach, founder of the Asset Builder Program, and host of the Contractor Business Builder Podcast. He shares the pricing mistakes that sink contractors, the systems that create real peace of mind, and client turnarounds across Hawaii, Arizona, and Georgia. A candid, practical conversation for builders, founders, and anyone trying to turn a busy job into a sellable business.

S6 · E4

Jun 8, 2026

36:45

Kep Kepner — Vulnerability, Brain Science, and the Hard Lessons That Built Two Companies

Kep Kepner is a repeat entrepreneur and founder of Kepner CPAs and Mindsmarts. He joins Henry Harrison to talk through an unconventional path — from his father's Wichita manufacturing business, to IBM sales, to an Arthur Young partnership, to a venture-backed real estate company that collapsed in the 1980s Texas downturn, to rebuilding a CPA firm from his bedroom. Kep opens up about what most founders miss when they take outside capital, why the savings and loan era taught him to read his investors as carefully as the market, and how the family cost of a business failure often exceeds the financial one. He also explains why he restructured his CPA firm around fractional CFO retainers, why he licensed neuroscience protocols from the Center for BrainHealth at UT Dallas to build Mindsmarts, and how brain training helped him double profits and grow revenue 25 percent without adding headcount. A practical conversation on capital structure, decision-making, and the mechanics of building a business that doesn't trap its owner. Learn more at https://kepnercpa.com/. Episode: https://www.henryharrison.com/kep-kepner Tags: entrepreneurship, business growth, leadership, fractional CFO, brain health, founder lessons, capital strategy, family business

S6 · E3

Jun 8, 2026

33:09

Rebecca Irey on Entrepreneurship, Wealth Building & Retirement Strategy - Blue Skye Financial

Rebecca Irey, founder of Blue Skye Financial, joins Henry Harrison for a conversation about entrepreneurship, financial planning, retirement strategy, and building lasting wealth beyond business ownership. https://blueskyefinancial.com/ Rebecca discusses the challenges entrepreneurs face when planning for retirement, the importance of financial education, tax-efficient wealth strategies, and the personal experiences that shaped her mission to help families and business owners prepare for the future. The episode also explores women and wealth, entrepreneurship, foster care, resilience, and why strong financial planning is about relationships and strategy — not just investment products. Listen to more episodes: https://www.henryharrison.com/ #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #FinancialPlanning #RetirementStrategy #HenryHarrison

S6 · E2

Jun 8, 2026

30:11

Lean Startup, Risk & Real Founder Lessons with Brad Poulos

Brad Poulos joins Henry Harrison to share real-world insights on entrepreneurship, lean startup strategy, and risk. From validating ideas before building to navigating downturns and leading teams, this episode breaks down what founders actually need to know. Brad draws from decades of experience as an entrepreneur, advisor, investor, and professor to explain how to make smarter business decisions and avoid common startup mistakes. A must-listen for entrepreneurs, founders, and business leaders focused on growth and execution. Topics include: Lean startup and customer discovery Risk tolerance and decision-making Founder responsibilities in early-stage startups Lessons from scaling and downturns Leadership and team building #Entrepreneurship #Startups #BusinessPodcast #LeanStartup #Leadership

S6 · E1

Jun 8, 2026

32:38

Season 5

How Small Businesses Win with AI: Jam Anderson on Scaling, Automation, and Founder Strategy

In this episode of the Henry Harrison Podcast, Henry sits down with Jam Anderson, founder of JamAI, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the way small businesses operate. Jam shares her journey from agency life to entrepreneurship, including the rise and fall of her first company and the lessons that shaped her second venture. She explains why she pivoted early into AI and how she now helps non-technical business owners use AI to streamline operations, reduce costs, and scale more efficiently. The conversation breaks down practical, real-world applications of AI—from automating marketing and content creation to building custom tools that replace expensive software. Jam also discusses the growing divide between businesses that are adopting AI and those that are falling behind. This episode is a tactical discussion for entrepreneurs, founders, and operators who want to stay competitive in a rapidly changing landscape. What you’ll learn: How non-technical founders can use AI effectively Ways to automate and streamline business operations Real examples of cost savings using AI tools Lessons from building and rebuilding a business Why early AI adoption creates a competitive advantage Connect with Jam Anderson: Website: https://jamout.ai Connect with Henry Harrison: Website: https://www.henryharrison.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryharrison

S5 · E11

May 8, 2026

24:10

Raising Capital, VC Strategy & Startup Growth with Scott Kelly

Scott Kelly shares practical insights on raising capital, building investor relationships, and scaling startups. Learn how venture capital really works—and how AI is changing the game for entrepreneurs. https://vcfastpitch.com/ https://www.henryharrison.com/scott-kelly About This Episode Scott Kelly has spent nearly 30 years helping entrepreneurs fund, scale, and exit their businesses—and he’s done it himself multiple times. In this episode, Scott shares a grounded, experience-driven perspective on how venture capital really works. He explains why most founders approach fundraising the wrong way, how to identify the right investors at the right stage, and why relationship-building matters far more than sending pitch decks. Scott also walks through the evolution of startup funding—from early-stage angel investors to institutional venture capital—and what it takes to move through each phase successfully. Drawing from his work at Black Dog Venture Partners and VC Fast Pitch, he offers a practical framework for preparing founders to raise capital, build teams, and execute. The conversation also explores how AI is changing the startup landscape. Today’s founders can build and scale faster with fewer resources, creating new opportunities—and new competition. For entrepreneurs serious about building fundable, scalable businesses, this episode delivers clear, actionable insight without hype or theory—just real-world experience. Henry Deimel Harrison

S5 · E10

Apr 28, 2026

22:53

Cybersecurity, AI & Human Error: How Businesses Actually Get Hacked | Craig Taylor

Craig Taylor, founder of CyberHoot, joins Henry Harrison to discuss the real cause of most cybersecurity breaches: human behavior. This episode explores why traditional training often fails, how phishing attacks operate, and how businesses can safeguard themselves using straightforward, effective strategies. The conversation also explores the growing impact of AI on cybersecurity—both as a tool and a threat. If you run a business or manage a team, this episode will change how you think about risk, training, and security. https://www.henryharrison.com/craig-taylor Henry Deimel Harrison

S5 · E9

Apr 28, 2026

32:57

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