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  • Navigating the Merchant Services World and Statements | John Kassa of Bravo Payment Systems

    Navigating the Merchant Services World and Statements | John Kassa of Bravo Payment Systems
    Jul 14 2026
    John Kassa, President of Detroit Executives Association and Business Director at Bravo Payment Systems, joins us to discuss what separates great business relationships from transactional ones, and why integrity still wins.We discussed with John:✅ Why exceptional customer service is a competitive advantage.✅ The hidden fees and misconceptions surrounding merchant processing.✅ How trust, transparency, and relationships drive long-term business success.✅ Why networking, making introductions, and giving first always pays off.#MerchantServices #Leadership #Networking #BusinessDevelopment #CustomerService #Entrepreneurship #DetroitBusiness #MichiganBusiness #Sales #BusinessRelationships #CashflowChronicles #BusinessPodcast #IntegrityYoutube: Full Episode with John KassaSpotify: TBDConnect with John Kassa: John Kassa LinkedInConnect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmattConnect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzgerCashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    48 min
  • From a one-person startup into a national talent solution | Ronia Kruse of OpTech

    From a one-person startup into a national talent solution | Ronia Kruse of OpTech
    Jun 26 2026
    Being a founder of a business can be difficult when your looking to grow and scale. You have to have a good vision and build a team that can execute!

    We’re joined by Ronia Kruse, Founder and CEO of OpTech, who shares her entrepreneurial journey, leadership lessons, and insights on how AI is reshaping the future of business.

    We sat down with Ronia to discuss:
    ✅ How she built OpTech from a one-person startup into a nationally recognized technology and talent solutions company.
    ✅ The balance between being a visionary CEO and maintaining strong financial discipline as a business leader.
    ✅ How AI is transforming recruiting, business operations, and the workforce.
    ✅ Leadership lessons on empowering teams and building strong cultures.

    Youtube (Full Video): https://youtu.be/usrUXeSA5Hw
    Spotify: Spotify Episode with Ronia Kruse of OpTech

    Connect with Ronia Kruse: linkedin.com/in/roniakruse/
    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    36 min
  • How Business Valuation can produce value? | Sarah Greifenberger

    How Business Valuation can produce value? | Sarah Greifenberger
    Jun 11 2026
    This week on Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum, we sit down with Sarah Greifenberger, Founder of Arbor Valuation and Consulting, to discuss one of the most important questions every business owner should be able to answer:

    👉 What is your business actually worth?

    Connect with Sarah Greifenberger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahgreifenberger-5045aa125/ Website: https://arborvaluation.com/

    Youtube (Full Video): https://youtu.be/MX0GHojfohc
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5S3aqHyEpwTPl9XhEf0wd4?si=c05b61f2162143a8


    Youtube (Full Video): https://youtu.be/usrUXeSA5Hw
    Spotify: Spotify Episode with Ronia Kruse of OpTech

    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    39 min
  • How 500+ Business Leaders Network Under One Roof | John Long with Southeast Michigan Chamber

    How 500+ Business Leaders Network Under One Roof | John Long with Southeast Michigan Chamber
    May 28 2026
    Why do some people build massive networks while others leave events with nothing?

    In this episode of Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum, John Long shares how authentic networking, follow-up, and relationship building create real business opportunities.

    If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, sales professional, or leader looking to grow through relationships and referrals, this episode is for you.

    We discuss:
    ✅ Why most networking fails
    ✅ Warm introductions vs cold outreach
    ✅ How to get in front of decision makers
    ✅ Follow-up habits that create results
    ✅ Why relationships matter even more in an AI world

    Connect with John Long

    Learn more about Southeast Michigan Chamber

    YouTube Video: hhttps://youtu.be/ds1XL4BKzWc

    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum

    #Networking #BusinessGrowth #Sales #Leadership #Entrepreneur #CashflowChronicles
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    39 min
  • Leadership, Culture & Growth: What Actually Works in Business | Kimberly Blair

    Leadership, Culture & Growth: What Actually Works in Business | Kimberly Blair
    Apr 30 2026
    In this episode, Kimberly Blair of Rebel Nell shares real, unfiltered insights on:
    • What leadership actually looks like behind the scenes — learning to delegate, trust your team, and avoid burnout
    • How to scale a mission-driven business without losing sight of performance and profitability
    • The true driver of culture — getting the right people aligned and empowered
    • The spirit of Detroit — where resilience, collaboration, and innovation fuel growth
    • Why connection is becoming a competitive advantage — through experiences, partnerships, and storytelling
    • Hard-earned leadership lessons — embracing failure, staying grounded, and leading with authenticity

    Youtube: https://youtu.be/7eiI7tqLBto

    Connect with Kimberly Blair: linkedin.com/in/kimberly-blair-757b3239
    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    32 min
  • Leadership and the Power of AND | Matt Elliott

    Leadership and the Power of AND | Matt Elliott
    Apr 16 2026
    This week, we’re joined by Matt Elliott, former President of Bank of America Michigan and Founder of Blue Lake Ideas, bringing 35+ years of leadership experience across commercial banking and capital markets.

    We sat down with Matt to discuss:
    • Why leadership today isn’t about strategy alone, it’s about building the capacity to execute in an increasingly complex, fast-moving world.
    • The “Power of AND” — moving beyond binary thinking to unlock better decisions, stronger teams, and sustainable growth.
    • How great leaders create space, not just direction, it's empowering teams through trust, clarity, and shared ownership.
    • Why culture truly does eat strategy for lunch and how misalignment shows up when organizations are under pressure.
    • Communication as the ultimate differentiator from the boardroom to early-career professionals entering the workforce.
    • Practical leadership tools like pausing with intention, running small experiments, and embracing uncertainty instead of avoiding it.

    📺 Youtube (Full Video): https://youtu.be/1L6vvgRlZmU

    Connect with Matt Elliott: linkedin.com/in/matt-elliott-4866b58
    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    36 min
  • Rethinking Sales in Today's World | Andy Neary

    Rethinking Sales in Today's World | Andy Neary
    Apr 3 2026
    This week, we’re joined by Andy Neary, Founder of Complete Game Consulting, and a leading voice in modern sales strategy and personal branding.

    We sat down with Andy to discuss:
    • The biggest shift in sales since 2020 — why business is no longer about who you know, but who knows you!
    • Why traditional outreach is losing effectiveness and how attention, not activity, is now the name of the game.
    • Building a personal brand that attracts opportunities.
    • The power of consistency — why the most successful sales professionals block time every week to prospect, nurture relationships, and grow their visibility.
    • AI vs. authenticity — how to use AI to support your strategy without losing the human connection buyers are craving.

    📺 Youtube (Full Video): https://lnkd.in/eycdXgDi

    Connect with Andy Neary: linkedin.com/in/andyneary
    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    39 min
  • Manufacturing in 2026 and where is it going | Laurie Harbour

    Manufacturing in 2026 and where is it going | Laurie Harbour
    Mar 26 2026
    We sat down with Laurie Harbour with Wipfli to discuss:
    • The real state of manufacturing — mixed signals in the market, uncertainty around tariffs, and pockets of strong growth across the industry.
    • Margin compression and post-COVID cost pressures — why many manufacturers are seeing higher costs, softer revenues, and the importance of controlling what you can.
    • Diversification strategies for suppliers — expanding into adjacent markets, rethinking sales strategies, and actively hunting for new opportunities.
    • Cash flow as the lifeblood of manufacturing — why tracking and managing cash is more critical than ever for small and mid-sized suppliers.

    Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/ZqTYimWK0Gg

    Connect with Laurie Harbour: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-harbour-264a253/
    Connect with Matt Allison: linkedin.com/in/allisonmatt
    Connect with Brad Metzger: linkedin.com/in/bradlmetzger
    Cashflow Chronicles Open Forum: linkedin.com/company/cashflow-chronicles-open-forum
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    38 min