Stack and Startup interview Crystal Baze Barney CPA

Most business owners do not run out of ambition. They run out of visibility. In this episode of Stack & Startup Baltimore, I sit down with Crystal Baze Barney, CPA and founder of Journey Business Accounting, to discuss sustainable growth, financial visibility, modern business systems, leadership, technology, and what really happens when a company grows faster than its infrastructure. We talk about: • Why many business owners are flying blind • The relationship between systems and sustainable growth • Why more revenue can create more stress • The difference between accounting and finance • Technology, AI, automation, and modern business operations • Why millennials may be uniquely positioned between analog and digital business worlds • The biggest mistakes growing businesses make Whether you are a founder, entrepreneur, operator, or small business owner, this conversation offers practical insights into building a business that can grow without creating chaos. Connect with Crystal Baze Barney: Website: https://www.jbamd.com Journey Business Accounting Stack & Startup Baltimore explores the realities of building businesses, careers, technology, and ideas throughout Baltimore and Maryland. Subscribe for conversations with founders, operators, creators, and business leaders. Stack & Startup is a Baltimore-based business podcast focused on real conversations about building, running, and growing companies in Maryland. If you’re serious about improving how your business operates—from technology to decision-making—follow the show for practical, experience-driven insights. Watch and connect: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StackStartupBaltimore LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-m-sherwood/ Need help with your business technology? 👉 Book a free 15-minute assessment: https://calendly.com/jason-sherwood-sd-tech/15-minute-meeting