On The Cusp
Season 2
The Well Dressed Man
Just Jump
Olive You
A Conversation Between the Hosts
Trucking Along
Don't Wait For An Invite
A Happy Accident
Season 1
Jobs or Culture?
Let's Talk Money
by Dave Smith and Matt Snyder
Shopping has evolved dramatically over the past several decades, providing consumers with more choice and convenience, whether they prefer to shop the brick-and-mortar stores or shop online. When it comes to men's fashion in Shreveport, John Pickens Custom Clothiers is offering unique in-person experiences you can't find online. In today's episode, Matt and Dave are speaking with John Pickens of John Pickens Custom Clothiers about his start, why he chose Shreveport for his brick-and-mortar, and why an experience at John Pickens Clothiers is unlike any experience elsewhere. Tune in!
On today's episode, Matt & Dave are speaking with Katy Larsen, founder and owner of The Agora Borealis, an artist marketplace located in downtown Shreveport. Katy's goal when opening the doors to her store in 2014 was to give the area an art gallery filled with local art and goods, while also stimulating the local economy. Tune in!
In today's episode, Matt and Dave are speaking with Kylie Grant of Oleolive, a biotechnology company that produces olive oil-extracted oleocanthal for research and consumer products to address inflammation and disease. If you are health conscious and interested in ways to help aid a longer, healthier lifestyle, don't sleep on this episode! OleOlive's method of extracting and purifying Extra Virgin Olive Oil polyphenols such as Oleocanthal, has made its way into cosmetic products, supplements that are under development and into other products across the world that are making people healthier, look younger and eat better. Tune in!
On today's episode, Matt and Dave are discussing entrepreneurial wins, losses, do's and dont's. Tune in!
On today's episode, Matt and Dave are speaking with Latronia Durham, CEO of Durham Transports Express, LLC, a minority and female-owned company that is gaining momentum and going the extra mile within our community. Latronia is discussing the major roadblocks she has faced/ is currently facing as a female in a male-dominated industry. She discusses where she began, how far she has come, and how far she has left to go. Durham Transports is providing jobs for CDL drivers and training for CDL drivers in North Louisiana. Tune in!
On today's episode of On The Cusp, Dave and Matt are talking with Sabrina Adsit, a marketing professional and Air Force Spouse, who spent nine years in Northwest Louisiana before moving to Washington, DC. Whether you're stationed somewhere for 1 year, 3 years, or 9 years, Sabrina discusses the benefits of being connected to the pulse of what's happening in your community. Sabrina didn't wait around for an invite to get involved, which ultimately helped her create a successful marketing business, which continues to keep her tied to the community. Tune in!
We are kicking off Season Two with Roy Griggs, CEO & Owner Operator of Griggs Enterprise, Inc, Northwest Louisiana’s leading franchisee of McDonald’s Restaurants in northwest Louisiana. Roy's success can be attributed to his work ethic and his drive to overcome major obstacles. In today's episode, Roy is telling us about how an accidental job brought him millions of dollars in success, and with that success, he has chosen to continuously give back to his community. Tune in!
In today's episode of On The Cusp, hosts Matt and Dave go head to head on a jobs vs. culture topic. What does north Louisiana need most? Matt believes that as a community, Shreveport doesn't believe in the cultural piece, vs. Dave, who believes that a lot could be fixed with more jobs. It's an exciting episode that you don't want to miss! Tune in!
On episode 11 of On The Cusp, we are talking with Ben James, CIMA®, CKA®, Financial Advisor and Cofounder of Deupree James Wealth Management. Ben focuses on portfolio management, financial planning, and microcap investing. Prior to co-founding Deupree James Wealth Management, he worked at Merrill Lynch for over a decade where he managed money for his team and others as a Senior Portfolio Manager. Ben is discussing the economic health of Shreveport, why it's a great time to start a business, how the national trends compare to Shreveport trends & consumers, and investing - including the microcap investment strategy. Tune in! -- “This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of any professional services. The opinions given are not to be relied upon as individual legal or financial advice. Guests’ opinions are their own.”
On today's episode of On The Cusp, we are speaking with Amanda Flynn, Interim Director of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) at Southern University in Shreveport, and we are talking all things capital. Dive into episode 10 to hear how the LSBDC is helping our small businesses and how & why entrepreneurs and small businesses should get involved.