I'm thrilled to welcome Scott Coble to the show—a seasoned executive whose leadership journey spans over three decades in the financial services industry. In this episode, Scott opens up about the pivotal lessons he’s learned, the values that have shaped his path, and how he’s now channeling his deep reservoir of skills and experience into coaching the next generation of business owners and executives.

As the former Senior Executive for the Southeastern U.S. at Wells Fargo, Scott led with clarity, collaboration, and a relentless focus on aligning strategy with results. Now retired from that role, he's leaning into his passion for mentorship—empowering high-performing leaders to scale their impact while living more purposefully.

Scott’s commitment to excellence is matched by his dedication to community. Through active roles on boards like Operation New Hope, the March of Dimes, and NE Florida Boy Scouts of America, he continues to give back in powerful ways, fostering meaningful partnerships and driving civic engagement.

Tune in to hear Scott's insights on building performance-driven cultures, applying data-driven solutions, and creating sustainable business growth in competitive markets—all while staying grounded in service and purpose.

The Tin Cup Club stops by the show to talk about the upcoming Open Championship being played at Royal Portrush's Dunluce Links in Northern Ireland.

The Open Championship—often called The Open or British Open—is the oldest golf tournament in the world, steeped in tradition and drama. Here's a walk through its storied past:

📜 Origins and Early Years (1860–1870)

• First played in 1860 at Prestwick Golf Club in Scotland.
• Only eight professional golfers competed in the inaugural event.
• Willie Park Sr. won the first title, earning the title Champion Golfer of the Year.
• The original prize? A Challenge Belt made of red leather and silver.
• In 1870, Young Tom Morris won his third consecutive Open and was allowed to keep the belt—leading to no tournament in 1871 due to lack of a trophy.

🏆 The Claret Jug and Course Rotation (1872–1890s)

• In 1872, the iconic Claret Jug was introduced as the new trophy.
• The Open began rotating between Prestwick, St Andrews, and Musselburgh, later expanding to include Muirfield, Royal Liverpool, and Royal St George’s.

🇬🇧 The Great Triumvirate Era (1894–1914)

• Dominated by Harry Vardon, James Braid, and John Henry Taylor.
• Vardon won six Opens, a record that still stands.
• This era helped popularize golf across Britain and beyond.

🇺🇸 American Influence and Expansion (1920s–1950s)

• Walter Hagen became the first American-born winner in 1922.
• Bobby Jones, an amateur, won three times in the late 1920s.
• The Open began attracting international stars and larger crowds.
• The format evolved to 72 holes over four days, with qualifying rounds and cuts introduced.

🌍 Global Prestige and Modern Era (1960s–Present)

• Legends like Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Seve Ballesteros, and Tiger Woods added to its legacy.
• The Open is now part of golf’s four major championships, alongside the Masters, U.S. Open, and PGA Championship.
• It’s held on a rota of coastal links courses across the UK, including St Andrews, Royal Troon, and Royal Portrush2.

🏅 Fun Facts

• The winner is still called the Champion Golfer of the Year.
• The Open is “open” to both professionals and amateurs who qualify.
• It’s the final major of the year, played in mid-July.

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Neil Twa is a seasoned entrepreneur and e-commerce strategist best known as the co-founder and CEO of Voltage Holdings, a company that builds, acquires, and scales private-label brands—primarily through Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon).

Here’s a snapshot of his journey and work:

🚀 Career Highlights

• Amazon FBA Pioneer: Neil has been selling on Amazon since 2012, helping clients generate over $100 million in collective sales through his proven systems2.
• Voltage Holdings: His company uses a unique “pay as you profit” consulting model to help entrepreneurs build six- to eight-figure e-commerce businesses.
• Corporate Roots: Before diving into e-commerce, Neil worked with IBM, traveling extensively and gaining experience in tech and business development.

🎙️ Thought Leadership

• Podcast Host: He hosts the High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, where he interviews successful entrepreneurs and shares insights on scaling online businesses.
• Speaker & Mentor: Neil frequently appears at Amazon seller summits and business podcasts, offering guidance on branding, product research, and mindset for success.

💡 Philosophy & Mindset

Neil emphasizes mindset, creativity, and resilience. He’s open about his own setbacks—including bankruptcy—and how he rebuilt his life and business by focusing on branding, data, and long-term strategy.

If you're curious about building a passive income stream or scaling a brand on Amazon, Neil’s playbook might be worth exploring.

I was introduced to BombTech Golf through their social media posts. The bold black and green logo, and the cool Grenade Headcover caught my eye. I reached out to Willis Varno to learn more about the brand, and he was gracious enough to join the show and talk about how the company is making golf more accessible and fun for the everyday golfer.

BombTech Golf is a direct-to-consumer golf club manufacturer that has built a reputation for offering performance-driven—and surprisingly affordable—clubs. Their product lineup includes drivers, irons, wedges, and putters designed with an emphasis on forgiveness and distance, making them especially popular among beginner golfers and high-handicappers. The brand backs its products with a 60-day on-course guarantee, reflecting their confidence in the quality and performance of their clubs.

The company’s origins are often described as grassroots. One narrative explains that BombTech Golf started out of modest beginnings—with accounts crediting founder Tyler Sullivan, an ex-engineer who launched the company from his garage with the help of college students. Another account, however, attributes its founding in 2012 to Zachary Barlow, who set out to challenge the traditional golf equipment market by eliminating hefty retail markups and ensuring high performance at direct-to-consumer prices3. Although the details differ slightly between sources, both stories underscore BombTech Golf’s innovative, do-it-yourself beginnings and its commitment to disrupting the status quo by making premium golf clubs more accessible.

Today, BombTech Golf continues to appeal to golfers looking for a blend of quality, performance, and value. By leveraging modern manufacturing techniques and a direct sales model, the company has garnered a loyal following among players who appreciate the balance of distance, forgiveness, and affordability in their clubs. If you’re a golfer seeking equipment that combines solid performance with an inclusive price point, BombTech Golf is definitely a brand worth considering.

It's the week of the 2025 US Open and the boys from the Tin Cup Club join the show to talk about Oakmont Country Club and the event being held there this week!

The U.S. Open is one of golf’s four major championships, organized by the United States Golf Association (USGA). It was first played on October 4, 1895, at Newport Golf Club in Rhode Island, featuring just 11 competitors. The tournament has since grown into one of the most prestigious events in golf.

Oakmont Country Club, located in Pennsylvania, is one of the most historic and challenging golf courses in the United States. It has hosted the U.S. Open a record 10 times, making it the most frequent venue for the championship2.

Oakmont’s Legacy in the U.S. Open

• First U.S. Open (1927): Won by Tommy Armour, defeating Harry Cooper in a playoff.
• Jack Nicklaus vs. Arnold Palmer (1962): Nicklaus won his first major by defeating Palmer in a playoff.
• Johnny Miller’s Historic Round (1973): Miller shot a final-round 63, one of the greatest rounds in major history.
• Dustin Johnson’s Victory (2016): Johnson won despite a controversial penalty ruling.

Course Characteristics

• Church Pew Bunkers: Famous hazards that make Oakmont one of the toughest courses.
• Lightning-Fast Greens: Often considered the fastest in championship golf.
• Brutal Rough & Narrow Fairways: Designed to test even the best players.

The 2025 U.S. Open is currently being held at Oakmont, and experts predict it will be one of the most difficult tournaments in recent years

Founder and CEO of GIVR Packaging, Jeremy Bower, joins the show to talk about how he and his company are helping their customers avoid potential tariffs, reduce their overall cost of goods sold, and source local, made in the USA products while improving their impact on the environment.

GIVR Packaging specializes in sustainable, custom packaging solutions for businesses, particularly in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) and beverage industries. They offer a range of packaging options, including:

• Custom Inserts: Protective corrugated and folding carton inserts for direct-to-consumer shipping.
• Shippable Mailers: Designed for shipping without an outer shell.
• Retail Ready Packaging: Shelf displays and master cases for retail environments.
• Boutique Beverage Solutions: Custom packaging for beverage brands, including various can sizes and case counts.
• POP Displays: Point-of-purchase retail displays and case stacks.

Givr Packaging also emphasizes sustainability, committing to 20x fiber replacement for every box they produce. Their structural engineers work with businesses to create innovative and protective designs that enhance branding while ensuring product safety.

Ping's own Fitting Science Manager, Chris Broadie, joins Making Cents of It All with Jesse Stakes and Wes Altice to talk about Ping's Ballnamic online golf ball fitting tool. Katie Goodwin joins along the way to talk about how they are leveraging their social media to inject fun into teaching the general golfing public about the benefits of playing the right ball for your game!

Ballnamic is a virtual golf-ball fitting tool developed by PING. It helps golfers find the best ball for their game by analyzing performance characteristics across different models. The tool uses proprietary flight models and algorithms to suggest the top five ball matches based on a golfer’s preferences and playing style

Tee-to-Green Fitting Experience
Their fitting process evaluates every aspect of your game. You’ll enter information from your driver launch conditions down to how you like the ball to feel off your putter.

Industry-Leading Fitting Technology
Every ball in the Ballnamic database undergoes hundreds of test shots on PING’s state-of-the-art swing robot, and the data is analyzed by PING’s Fitting Scientists.

Data-Driven Fitting Results
Your results are packed with detailed performance insights that includes an overall match percentage for each ball and ball flight projections.

Yeliza Centeio joins the show to talk about how the Marketing Profession and their clients are being affected by the changing economy, tariffs, and new administration's direction in 2025.

Yeliza Centeio is a veteran marketing and advertising leader known for her candid, innovative, and results-driven approach. With over fifteen years of industry experience, she honed her craft at leading agencies in cities such as Boston, Orlando, and Ft. Lauderdale, as well as in in-house roles within the direct-to-consumer and fashion sectors. This extensive background laid the foundation for her entrepreneurial journey, empowering her to establish an agency that reflects her bold style and deep media expertise.

Integral Marketing & Advertising, the firm she founded, embodies a commitment to innovation, authenticity, and strategic excellence. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, the agency prides itself on tailoring solutions to each client’s unique challenges. Their multidisciplinary team—comprising media planners, creative designers, copywriters, analytics experts, and producers—develops comprehensive strategies that span media planning and buying, creative campaign development, digital marketing, website development, and even public relations. The agency’s philosophy, captured in the notion of being “integral,” reflects its mission to offer well-rounded, innovative, and ROI-focused marketing solutions.

Yeliza is often described as honest, bold, and direct in all things media. By leveraging strong industry partnerships and an unapologetic approach to disrupting conventional advertising methods, she has positioned Integral Marketing & Advertising as a forward-thinking player in the field. Her leadership is not just about crafting compelling brand narratives but also about fostering genuine connections between brands and their target audiences. This blend of creative insight and strategic execution has made her a respected figure in the marketing community, especially in the Orlando business landscape where she has been recognized for her impactful work.

If you are interested in speaking with Yeliza about your business, please contact her and her team here.