Join Rick Franzo on “Business and Brain Tumor Talk” as he interviews Chris Yarnell, founder of Battle Borne, an organization that helps veterans with innovative services. In this episode, Chris shares how Battle Borne began and its current mission to provide essential help to veterans.

Key points:

• The motivations for establishing Battle Borne and its commitment to helping veterans.
• The services offered by Battle Borne, such as mental health support, transitional housing and food security.
• The influence of Chris' military background on his dedication to veterans' well-being.

The role of community collaboration in expanding the reach of Battle Borne's services.

Chris discusses his transition from military service to founding Battle Borne, exploring his first-hand encounters with veterans' challenges and his drive to improve their support systems. He also explains unique initiatives such as transitional homes and the Military Share food distribution program.

Connect with:

Rick Franzo:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-franzo-52948b26/
• https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/poconos/

Christopher Yarnell:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-yarnell-cps-9a283667/
• http://wearebattleborne.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/battleborne/
• You can donate here: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YVG6C5NHBYYTE

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Join Rick Franzo as he chats with Jeremy Burke and Matt Bauman, the innovative leaders behind Burke HomeServices and Dr. Energy Saver.

In this episode, Jeremy and Matt share their nearly two-decade journey in the home services industry, from humble beginnings in framing work to becoming leaders in full-service remodeling and energy efficiency. They discuss overcoming the challenges of the 2008 housing crash, pivoting to remodeling, and expanding into specialized services like basement and crawlspace solutions.

What You’ll Learn: The evolution of Burke HomeServices and how it adapted through significant market changes. Development of niche services such as basement waterproofing and energy-saving solutions. How Jeremy and Matt tailored their business strategies to meet economic fluctuations and customer demands. Hear how Jeremy and Matt have steered through the complexities of the construction and home services sectors, focusing on flexibility, customer engagement, and innovative solutions. They also share insights on leadership, team development, and staying competitive.

Connect with:

Rick Franzo:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-franzo-52948b26/
• https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/poconos/

Jeremy Burke:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-burke-84599a35/
• http://www.jburkeconstruction.com/

Matt Bauman:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-bauman-0aba5757/
• http://www.burkehomeservices.com/

Produced by Titan Media Worx Brought to you by Business and Brain Tumor Talks, this podcast delivers stories from leaders who've turned challenges into success. Listen for more episodes that motivate and provide practical advice for entrepreneurs.

In this powerful episode, Rick Franzo sits down with Wendy Santana, a brain cancer survivor and a leading advocate for the brain tumor community. Wendy shares her intense journey from the unexpected onset of her illness, marked by a major stroke, through her difficult recovery, to becoming a strong advocate for those facing similar struggles.

What you'll discover:

• Wendy's personal struggle with a malignant brain tumor, including her treatment and the obstacles of her recovery.
• The profound impact of her diagnosis on family life and her transformative perspective after recovery.
• Wendy's role in advocating and supporting others through her blog and her involvement with the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA).

Discover the importance of community and support networks in cancer recovery as Wendy discusses her active participation in events like the BT5K for the ABTA and her contributions to empowering the community that stood by her side. She also emphasizes the need for hope and continued research for better treatments for brain tumor patients.

Connect with:

Rick Franzo:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-franzo-52948b26/
• https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/poconos/

Wendy Santana:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-santana-34392512/
• http://abta.org/
• https://2ndchance2live.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/2nd.chance.2.live/

Produced by Titan Media Worx

This episode was provided by Business and Brain Tumor Talk, which focuses on sharing stories of courage and resilience that inspire and empower those affected by brain tumors.