Summary:

In this episode of "In The Bunker," we're joined by Christopher Velona, CEO of CSG Consulting. Christopher discusses the unique challenges of being a single dad to a child with a rare disease while trying to grow his consulting business. He shares his journey of starting a business out of necessity, his continuous struggle with client acquisition, and the importance of family during these trying times.

Our episode highlights:

• Christopher's personal story of becoming a stay-at-home single father and starting his business.
• The ongoing challenge of attracting clients in a competitive digital marketing landscape.
• Insights into balancing family life, particularly with a child requiring special care, and professional responsibilities.
• Advice for entrepreneurs and business owners facing similar personal and professional challenges.

Bio:

Christopher Velona is an experienced professional in sales, marketing, branding, and consulting. His journey includes overcoming personal and professional adversities while supporting his family and managing his son's rare disease. Christopher's expertise extends to outside sales territory management and leadership, with a compassionate approach to helping others.

Links:

• Website (CSG Consulting): http://www.consultingwithcsg.com
• Instagram (CSG Consultants): https://www.instagram.com/csg_consultants/
• Facebook (Velona International): https://www.facebook.com/VelonaInt/
• LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/csginc/
• LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophervelona/

Project Sebastian:

• Website: https://www.projectsebastian.org
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/projectsebastian1
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/projectsebi

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Become a Guest:

Summary:

Join us in this episode of "In The Bunker," featuring digital marketing expert Charley Tichenor. With over seven years of experience, Charley has successfully navigated the challenges of the evolving digital landscape, overcoming rising costs and decreasing global consensus. He shares insights on building brands in this dynamic field and strategies for effectively planning for business scaling.

Our episode highlights:

• Charley's background and rise to becoming a top Facebook advertiser in the U.S.
• The challenges of adapting to constant changes in digital marketing and maintaining competitiveness on popular platforms.
• Strategies Charley used to overcome rising costs and changes in the digital marketing world.
• Advice for entrepreneurs facing similar challenges, focusing on market saturation, the effectiveness of different marketing channels, and the importance of strategic planning and better tracking.

Bio:

Charles "Charley" Tichenor, a top Facebook advertiser in the United States, specializes in strategic and creative problem-solving in digital marketing. He has a deep understanding of the digital landscape and its continuous evolution. Charley has a rich history of helping brands grow in the competitive digital space, leveraging his expertise to guide businesses through challenges like rising costs and evolving market dynamics.

Links:

• Website: http://www.facebookdisrupter.com
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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctthedisrupter/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTtheDisrupter
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleytichenoriv/

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Summary:

In this episode of "In The Bunker," join us as we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Brian Gaddis and Jesse Johnson, owners of DFW Metroplex Bubble Ball. They delve into their experiences of understanding and implementing effective marketing strategies, overcoming challenges in product quality and vendor logistics, and the unique aspects of buying and scaling a business.

Our episode highlights:

• Brian and Jesse’s background and how they ventured into the world of bubble ball.
• Challenges in determining the most effective marketing strategies and their approach to trial and error in business.
• Insights into the impact of COVID-19 on their business and the experience of purchasing an existing business.
• Valuable advice for fellow entrepreneurs facing similar challenges, including market saturation, the efficacy of Google Ads, and the importance of better tracking and analytics.

Bio:

Brian Gaddis and Jesse Johnson bring their respective backgrounds in recreation and sports management to the world of bubble ball. Brian, a Texas State University alum, and Jesse, a graduate of Western Michigan University and UNT, combined their expertise to purchase and grow DFW Metroplex Bubble Ball. They specialize in offering unique and engaging bubble ball events in the Dallas area, leveraging their knowledge and skills in the recreation industry.

Links:

• Website: http://www.dfwbubbleball.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dfwmetroplexbubbleball
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dfwbubbleball/
• LinkedIn (Brian Gaddis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-gaddis-28992241

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