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Designing Growth: Leadership Lessons from the Brad Parish CEO of archall architects
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy sits down with Brad Parish, CEO of Archall Architects, to talk about what it takes to lead and grow a business in a field wh...
Evolution as a Leader and Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy dives into the evolution every entrepreneur faces as they grow, not just in business, but as a leader. What works in the ear...
From Vision to Aisle: Building Luxe Brands with Lindsay Fork
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy sits down with Lindsay Fork, founder of Luxe Brands, to talk about what it really takes to build a standout brand in a highl...
The Cost of Ignoring Personal Milestones as a Founder
Founders are wired to chase what’s next, but too often, that comes at the cost of what matters most. In this episode, Randy unpacks the real impact of ignoring persona...
When Growth Isn't the Goal Anymore
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy Gerber explores a question many founders eventually face but rarely talk about: What happens when growth isn’t the goal anym...
Competitive Differentiation Through Brand & Story
In crowded markets, great products aren’t enough. The founders who truly stand out understand that competitive differentiation starts with clarity, about who they are,...
Artificial Intelligence: Disruption or Advantage?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, headlines, boardrooms, investor decks. But for founders, the real question isn’t “Is AI important?” It’s “How should I actually ...
EP: 38 Financial Fraud an Interview with Dave Meyer, founder of Meyer Wilson Werning
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy sits down with David P. Meyer, founder of Meyer Wilson Werning and one of the country’s most respected financial fraud attor...
Energy Management in Your Business
Entrepreneurship isn’t just a test of strategy and skill, it’s a test of stamina. In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy explores why energy management, not time m...
How to Start Selling Your Business
Selling your business doesn’t start when a buyer shows up, it starts years earlier, often before you realize you’re “building toward an exit.” In this episode of The F...
The Quiet Power of the COO
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy Gerber explores the under appreciated role of the Chief Operating Officer, the steady force behind a company’s day-to-day su...
Understanding Profit and Revenue: Knowing the Difference That Drives Growth
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy Gerber breaks down two of the most misunderstood financial concepts in business — profit and revenue. Many founders focus on...
Check Your Ego at the Door
Great leadership isn’t about proving you’re right, it’s about building something that lasts. In this episode, Randy discusses the importance of setting ego aside to ma...
Grounded Leadership in Fractured Times
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy explores what it means to remain calm and centered when your team feels divided. He shares practical ways to lead with prese...
Distilling Success: Adam Hines and the High Bank Story
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy sits down with Adam Hines, co-founder of High Bank Distillery, to uncover the journey behind one of Central Ohio’s most cele...
The Art of Hard Truths: Leading with Honesty and Courage
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy explores why some of the most important conversations in business are also the hardest to have. From replacing leadership to...
Tough Calls: Replacing Leadership for Growth
On this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy explores a hard but crucial truth for entrepreneurs: sometimes the best way to help your business grow is by getting out of ...
Justice, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship: A Conversation with Rex Elliott
On this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy Gerber welcomes his longtime friend and co-founder of the Columbus-based law firm Cooper Elliott, Rex Elliott. Known as a po...
From Retail to Blowout Business Building: A Conversation with Kristin DeJohn
Welcome back to The Founder Ride - the podcast that dives deep into what it really takes to build, scale, and transform a business from the inside out.Today, Randy sit...
Brand Boldly: How Ryan Magada Built Brave Little Beast with Guts and Glory
In this episode of The Founder Ride, Randy Gerber sits down with Ryan Magada, the creative force behind Columbus-based branding studio Brave Little Beast. From freelan...
