Moving the Needle on Small Business - Part 2 (#237)

In this week’s episode of "Maximize Business Value," Dave Casey continues his discussion with Rick Hopper, Serial entrepreneur, Founder of ReadeREST, Shark Tank Winner, and Executive Director of Biz Owners Ed, a nonprofit serving the entrepreneur community in the DFW area. Tune in weekly to hear more from Mastery Partners and to receive relevant key content on your journey to maximizing your business value! #maximizebusinessvalue #maximizebusinessvalue #MBVPodcast #PodcastForEntrepreneursLearn More about Dave CaseyDave Casey is a seasoned business owner with deep expertise in all aspects of organizational behavior and a passion for helping entrepreneurs reap the full rewards of building their companies. He understands that a truly valuable business isn’t just profitable—it’s secure, scalable, and transferable. In addition to his work with Mastery Partners, Dave actively gives back to the entrepreneurial community through leadership roles with organizations like Business Navigators, Biz Owners Ed, and Liberty Ministry. Whether advising on strategic growth or mentoring the next generation of business leaders, Dave brings clarity, integrity, and decades of real-world experience to every interaction. His mission goes beyond exit planning—he’s committed to helping owners build lasting legacies. Learn More Rick Hopper Rick Hopper is an American inventor and entrepreneur, best known as the founder of ReadeREST, a magnetic eyeglass holder. His journey to become a successful inventor gained national attention when he appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank in 2012. During his pitch, Hopper captivated the Sharks with his story and product, earning a deal with investor Lori Greiner.Before Shark Tank, Rick had worked in various roles, including sales and manufacturing, eventually launching ReadeREST after creating a magnetic solution to keep his reading glasses secure. His innovative yet practical product struck a chord with consumers. ReadeREST quickly scaled from a grassroots invention to a multimillion-dollar brand, selling in major retailers like QVC, Walmart, and The Container Store. Rick Hopper is both the Executive Director of Biz Owners Ed, a nonprofit serving the entrepreneur community in the DFW area, and a serial entrepreneur.Hopper is known not only for his product’s success but also for inspiring others through his story of perseverance, faith, and innovation. He continues to speak to entrepreneurs and aspiring inventors about overcoming obstacles, trusting their instincts, and taking bold steps to bring ideas to life.Mastery PartnersElevating Businesses to Achieve The Business Owner’s Dream Exit The unfortunate reality is that for every business that comes on the market (for whatever reason), only 17% of them achieve a successful exit. You read that right. 83% of attempted business transitions never reach the closing table. Mastery Partners is on a mission to change that. We ELEVATE businesses to achieve maximum value and reach that dream exit.Our objectives are simple - understand where the business is today, identify opportunities for dramatic improvement, and offer solutions to enhance the business, making it more marketable and valuable. And that all starts with understanding the business owner’s definition of his or her dream exit.  Mastery has developed a 4-Step Process to help business owners achieve their dreams.STEP 1: Transition Readiness Assessment STEP 2: Roadmap for Value Acceleration STEP 3: Relentless Execution STEP 4: Decision: Now that desired results are achieved, the business is ready for the next step in the journey!CONNECT WITH MASTERY PARTNERS TO LEARN MORELinkedInWebsite© 2025 Mastery Partners, LLC.