In this episode, Carsten Bick shares his path from building healthcare services businesses to leading PhaseWell Research. He reflects on what drew him to clinical research, the opportunity to expand patient and physician access in a fragmented industry, and why people remain central to creating a successful platform. Carsten discusses scaling clinical trials through thoughtful partnerships, why culture and trust matter as much as process and technology, and how Shore Capital’s people-first approach aligned with his vision for long-term growth. He underscores the responsibility of building alongside experienced founders, staying close to patients, and letting purpose guide PhaseWell’s strategy and leadership.

Key Takeaways:

• People-first leadership comes first, shaping how teams are built, decisions are made, and care is delivered throughout the organization.
• Expanding access to clinical research requires engaging more physicians and patients in a highly fragmented industry.
• Trust, culture, and experienced partnerships enable growth while preserving quality, integrity, and alignment with mission.
• Long-term success is driven by staying close to purpose, investing in people, and building platforms alongside partners who share a long-term vision.

Chapters:

1. 00:00 - Introduction
2. 05:57 - Expanding Access in a Fragmented Industry
3. 17:17 - People-First Leadership
4. 20:27 - Building Trust Through the Right Partnerships
5. 24:57 - Purpose, Scale, and Long-Term Growth

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In this episode, Jordan Baltimore reflects on his unlikely path from volunteering to rake a baseball field to founding New York Empire Baseball and leading RISE. He shares how passion, curiosity, and a belief in what young athletes deserve shaped his vision for elevating youth sports. Jordan discusses why culture, coaching, and community sit at the heart of his model, how transforming coaching from a gig into a profession changes lives, and why Shore’s commitment to scaling culture, not just business, was the deciding factor in their partnership. He highlights the power of inspiration, the responsibility of shaping young athletes’ experiences, and how staying true to purpose continues to guide every decision he makes.

Key Takeaways:

• Passion for people, community, and the joy of the game creates the foundation for meaningful growth in youth sports.
• Elevating coaching from a gig to a profession strengthens culture and ensures every athlete receives consistent, inspiring development.
• Great experiences come from focusing on the core of youth sports, connection, learning, and life lessons, not just technology or metrics.
• The right partnerships are built on shared values, a commitment to culture, and a clear vision for scaling without losing what makes the work special.
• Inspiration thrives when leaders stay curious, invest in development, and create environments where young athletes and coaches can learn, grow, and belong.

Chapters:

1. 00:00 - Introduction
2. 06:22 - Passion for Community
3. 12:40 - Building Sustainable Coaching
4. 21:25 - Finding the Right Partner
5. 34:59 - The Future of RISE

Listen to our podcasts at:

https://www.shorecp.university/podcasts

You'll also find other Microcap Moments episodes, alongside our series Everyday Heroes and Bigger. Stronger. Faster., highlighting the people and stories that make the microcap space unique.

Other ways to connect:

Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blog

Shore University: https://www.shorecp.university/

Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shore-university

This podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, or a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.

In this episode, Devenee Schumacher shares her journey from her grandmother’s kitchen to founding and building SDC Nutrition into a leading manufacturer in the health and wellness industry. She reflects on how her love of food, curiosity for science, and commitment to quality turned a homegrown idea into a company built on integrity and innovation. Devenee discusses how honesty and persistence guided her through the challenges of scaling a new market, why investing in people and doing what’s right creates lasting impact, and how true growth comes from staying grounded in purpose and passion.

Key Takeaways:

• Purpose and passion often begin with humble roots where love for craft and family spark lifelong curiosity and drive.
• Integrity and quality build trust in products, partners, and people and form the foundation of lasting success.
• Resilience and innovation thrive when leaders stay true to their values, adapt to change, and keep improving what they create.
• True fulfillment comes from doing what’s right, investing in others, and leading with honesty, purpose, and heart.

Chapters:

1. 00:00 - Introduction
2. 05:16 - Humble Roots and Lifelong Curiosity
3. 07:40 - Turning Passion into a Product
4. 14:07 - Integrity and Innovation in Manufacturing
5. 22:10 - Growth, Partnership, and Purpose

Listen to our podcasts at:

https://www.shorecp.university/podcasts

You'll also find other Microcap Moments episodes, alongside our series Everyday Heroes and Bigger. Stronger. Faster., highlighting the people and stories that make the microcap space unique.

Other ways to connect:

Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blog

Shore University: https://www.shorecp.university/

Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shore-university

This podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, or a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.