The Ascent with Crestmont Private Wealth - Cole Gentry

Join Sam McGee from Crestmont Private Wealth as he interviews Cole Gentry, a junior at Texas A&M and a budding entrepreneur. Cole shares his journey from high school in Bernie, Texas, to college life at Texas A&M, his involvement in the Brotherhood of Christian Aggies, and his experiences running family and personal businesses like Oak Hills Pest Control and a summer peach stand. The conversation covers lessons in leadership, the value of staying busy, and Cole's future ambitions in business and life. This episode is packed with inspiration for students, young professionals, and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and personal growth. 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Cole Gentry and show overview 00:24 - Cole’s background: High school experiences and leadership 01:29 - College applications and choosing Texas A&M 02:51 - The importance of community and faith at A&M 03:48 - Involvement in Brotherhood of Christian Aggies (BCA) 04:38 - Entrepreneurship: Oak Hills Pest Control and selling peaches 07:00 - Lessons from running small businesses 08:12 - Choosing a business major and getting into Mays Business School 09:30 - Future plans: Career ambitions and family business 11:00 - The value of staying busy and learning responsibility 12:00 - Mentorship and the role of Dr. Nathan Harness 13:00 - Reflections on growth, community, and future goals 13:50 - Closing thoughts and advice for young listeners 14:00 - Outro and thanks Original Air Date: January 10, 2026 at 8:30am as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM Contact:  www.crestmontpw.com  Alec Walker in Houston:  831-280-5288  Sam McGee in Boerne: 830-368-2898  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.