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Beyond the Business

by Eric Cox

Eric Cox and Leslie Haywood host a weekly show highlighting entrepreneurs and leaders in the business world. Each show is geared to demonstrate how the power of experience and knowledge is the vital piece to success. They focus on the people you know, the stories you don't.

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Episodes

  1. Crise du gaz butane à Abidjan : Pénurie et flambée des prix inquiètent les ménages

    Le district d'Abidjan fait face à une crise du gaz butane ces derniers jours. Les ménages sont confrontés à une double difficulté : non seulement l'approvisionnement en bouteilles de gaz butane est devenu problématique, mais les prix ont également connu une hausse significative. Cette situation...

  2. BTB- Pastor Joshua Surratt- Seacoast Church

    On this Christmas morning Episode, Pastor Josh Surratt of Seacoast Church in Charleston, SC joins Eric and Leslie for a lively and touching discussion. Josh is head Pastor of Seacoast and embodies charitable volunteerism.

  3. BTB- President Hsu- Part II

    Andrew Hsu comes back to continue the conversation with Eric and Leslie.

  4. BTB- Andrew Hsu- College of Charleston

    President of the College of Charleston, Andrew Hsu joins Eric and Leslie on this episode of #beyondthebusiness. Hsu shares his stories from his upbringing, ending at the explanation of how he came into his current role.

  5. BTB- Martin Strong- Part II

    Martin comes back to discuss the lessons embedded in his writings and tenants of mentorship. Learn more: Martin

  6. BTB- Martin Strong- LGS Managment Group

    Retired Navy SEAL officer, author, speaker, and CEO Marty Strong joins Eric and Leslie to discuss his full, eclectic upbringing. Later on in the discussion turns towards Martin's philosophies of leadership and success.

  7. BTB- Chad Straughan- Part II

    Chad Straughan is owner of Tidewater Pharmacy in Mt. Pleasant, SC. He rejoins Eric and Leslie on this episode of #beyondthebusiness to discuss how he came to start and own his own pharmacy. Chad discusses how his business adapted during the Covid-19 pandemic and they differentiated himself in a...

  8. BTB- Chad Straughan- Tidewater Pharmacy

    This episode of Beyond the Business welcomes owner of Tidewater Pharmacy in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Chad Straughan is a pharmacist and business owner. In this first episode he shares the story of his upbringing. Check out Tidewater

  9. BTB- Coach Pat Kelsey- Part II

    In this episode, Kelsey comes back to discuss the timeline of his coaching career and his mentality towards team success. He recognizes the winning contingencies of careers similar to his and is passionate in developing a unique and sacred work culture wherever he goes.

  10. BTB- Pat Kelsey- CofC Basketball

    Eric and Leslie are joined by Pat Kelsey, who is currently head basketball coach at the College of Charleston. In this first episode Pat shares stories from his upbringing and childhood. He has great insight as it pertains to work ethic and sustaining great energy. Ultimately, these traits have...

  11. BTB- John Vuong- Part II

    John comes back to explain the competitive advantage of optimizing your business digitally.

  12. BTB- John Vuong- Local SEO Search, Inc.

    Live from Toronto, Lexington, and Charleston! This week on Beyond the Business, Eric and Leslie welcome John Vuong. John is the founder and president of Local SEO Search, Inc. In this first of two parts he shares the story of his upbringing as the son of immigrant parents. John has a unique...

  13. BTB- Andrew Block- Part II

    "Sales isn't about selling, it is about listening and helping." Andrew, founder of RevFuel, comes back for a second appearance on Beyond the Business to dive into the history and offering of his current venture.

  14. BTB- Andrew Block- RevFuel

    The path of the entrepreneur! This episode of Beyond the Business welcomes College of Charleston graduate Andrew Block. Andrew is founder of RevFuel, a sales development agency and he joins Eric and Leslie on this episode to set the scene of his entrepreneurial journey. Check out Andrew here and...

  15. BTB- John Warrillow- Part II

    John is founder of the Value Builder System. He rejoins Eric and Leslie to discuss the professional business ventures and success philosophies of his career.

  16. BTB- John Warrillow- The Value Builder System

    John Warrillow is the founder of The Value Builder SystemTM, a practice management software for business advisors. His best-selling book Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You was recognized by both Fortune and Inc. as one of the best business books of 2011 and has been...

  17. BTB- Marc Marchant- Part II

    In this episode, Marc comes back to discuss his beginnings and growth at LS3P, a flagship architectural firm. He shares his philosophy on success and tenacity, offering advice to young professionals. Humility is a major key in being able to make the best of hard situations- Marc embodies this...

  18. BTB- Marc Marchant- LS3P

    Marc Marchant is CEO and principal of LS3P in downtown Charleston. He joins Eric and Leslie to share his upbringing and early stories of his eventual success as an architect. For more information on LS3P: https://www.ls3p.com/

  19. BTB- Will Perry- Part II

    Will, Founder and CEO of Worldwide Power Products, comes back to share more about what makes his business unique and effective. He shares the challenges of starting his business and the sacrifice needed for its eventual success.

  20. BTB- Will Perry- Worldwide Power Products

    Houston, TX Will Perry is the CEO of Worldwide Power Products, the power-generation equipment provider he founded out of a spare bedroom in his townhouse in 2008. He joins Eric and Leslie this week to share stories and advice from his early years and the beginnings of his current business. See…

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  21. BTB- Martin Thoma- Part II

    Martin comes back to discuss the origin story and unique offerings of his company, Thoma Thoma. As co-founder and principal, he developed the company to help his clients "live their brand" and develop an effective work culture that attracts talent.

  22. BTB- Martin Thoma- Thoma Thoma

    Martin Thoma is a co-founder and principal with Thoma Thoma, a Little Rock-based brand development and activation firm. Thoma began his career in 1985 as a print journalist and copywriter, working for a number of newspapers and advertising agencies before forming Thoma Thoma with his wife…

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  23. BTB- Stewart Vernon- Part II

    Stewart comes back on the show to discuss the trials of launching his own business. He reminds us that youth is the time to take chances and bet on yourself. This episode will inspire your inner entrepreneur and motivate you to be creative in your approach to growth.

  24. BTB- Stewart Vernon- America's Swimming Pool Company

    Stewart C. Vernon is the Founder and COO of ASP - America’s Swimming Pool Company, the nation’s largest swimming pool cleaning, repair, and renovation franchise system. Founded in Macon Georgia in 2002, the business was born out of the need to provide a higher quality swimming pool company to...

  25. BTB- Andy McCarthy- Part II

    Andy comes back to share his wisdom on living an adventurous, purposeful, and independent entrepreneurial lifestyle. He also offers tips for growth concerned business owners, including. Andy stresses that young business owners must constantly ask for help- there are endless resources available…

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  26. BTB- Andy McCarthy- The Building People

    Leslie returns to help Eric welcome guest Andy McCarthy on this episode of #beyondthebusines! Andy McCarthy is the Director of Organizational Design for The Building People, an award-winning firm working to transform the places we work and the built environment. He consults and advises business...

  27. BTB- Dr. Will Youngblood- Part II

    In this episode of #beyondthebusiness, Dr. Youngblood owner of Charleston Upper Cervical Chiropractor continues the conversation on his practice with Eric. Will takes a holistic approach to his practice, valuing the wellness of his patients as if they were members of his own family. Matched with...

  28. BTB- Dr. Will Youngblood- Charleston Upper Cervical Chiropractic

    This week on #BeyondtheBusiness we welcome Dr. William Youngblood, owner of Charleston Upper Cervical Chiropractic. Eric and Will share a great conversation on the upbringing and early pivotal moments that shaped Dr. Youngblood's path to success. His desire to help others, combined with an...

  29. BTB- Fer Caggiano- Part II

    Visual artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Fer Caggiano comes back on #beyondthebusiness for another episode with Eric and Leslie. Fer stresses that it is an imperative for entrepreneurs to stay focused on their vision and mission. Not getting constantly bogged down by potential future...

  30. BTB- Fer Caggiano

    Charleston, SC. Artist, philanthropist, and entrepreneur Fer Caggiano joins Eric Cox and Leslie Haywood for this episode of #beyondthebusiness! Fer Caggiano is a Brazilian-born painter known for her colorful, textured impasto landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. Fer studied at New York's Art...

  31. BTB- Helen Perry- Part II- Impression Managment

    Helen Perry, Personal and Corporate Brand Image Consultant calls back in for a second episode of Beyond the Business with Eric Cox and Leslie Haywood. A central pillar of Helen's work revolves around refining her client's ideal impression management. She discusses the challenges of her…

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  32. BTB- Helen Perry- Corporate and Personal Image Consultant

    Houston, TX. Helen Perry facilitates people. An expert in the field of presentation, she guides individuals and groups with a keen eye, quick wit and a highly effective approach. As a Corporate and Personal Image Consultant and Humorist since 1983, she has served numerous corporations such as...

  33. BTB- Alfred Pinckney- Part II

    Alfred rejoins Eric and Leslie for his second appearance on Beyond the Business. Alfred believes in learning through interaction and collaboration with people. Clearly defining success and beauty is a major key to reaching goals- Alfred embodies this philosophy as seen through his unavoidable...

  34. BTB- Alfred Pinckney- Consolidated Planning

    This episode of Beyond the Business welcomes prominent Charleston local Alfred Pinckney. As part of a two episode segment, Alfred first shares his upbringing and foundational experiences. Alfred provides great insight into the fascinating history and economic development of the Lowcountry mixed...

  35. BTB- Scott Woods- Part II

    President and CEO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, Scott Woods, comes back on the show for a follow up appearance on #beyondthebusiness. Prior to accepting this role, he served as Chief Financial Officer of SCFCU, Chief Financial Officer of SRP Federal Credit Union, Chief Financial Officer...

  36. BTB- Scott Woods- South Carolina Federal Credit Union

    President and CEO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, Scott Woods joins Eric and Leslie in this episode of #beyondthebusiness. Getting to know Scott, we see the early events and formative conditions that led to his eventual success and growth in leadership. This has episode has a great...

  37. BTB- Frank Wells- Part II

    Frank Wells is Founder and CEO of Holy City Med Urgent and Primary Care. He rejoins us this week to discuss the mechanisms of his current business venture and System Of Serving Others. This episode outlines Frank's entrepreneurial journey as well as his own personal journey of growth and...

  38. BTB- Frank Wells- Holy City Med Urgent and Primary Care

    This week on #beyondthebusiness Eric and Leslie welcome Frank Wells, Founder and CEO of Holy City Med Urgent and Primary Care. Frank discusses his upbringing, initial interest in dentistry, and his personal philosophy of service to others. An eclectic career history, established work ethic, and a...

  39. BTB- Richard Hearn- FPX- Part II

    Richard rejoins us this week to share stories from his early professional career. He has an incredible work ethic and personal philosophy towards success and leadership. Richard provides some perspective on time management and how it fits into the essentials of achieving goals. Check out part I…

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  40. BTB- Richard Hearn- FPX

    This week on Beyond the Business Eric and Leslie welcome guest Richard Hearn. Richard is CEO of FPX, an international manufacturing company. He provides some great context to the early workings of his career, showing a knack for entrepreneurship. This episode is a testament to the advantages of...

  41. BTB- Jim Garrett- Part II

    In this episode of #beyondthebusiness Jim Garrett rejoins Eric and Leslie for a deep dive into the applications of Jim's work ethic and personal philosophy of success. This is a great episode for absorbing leadership skills and applying them for real world uses, especially in the spirit of...

  42. BTB- Jim Garrett- Colliers International- Charleston Market President

    This week's guest is Jim Garrett, Market President here in Charleston for Colliers International. Jim is extremely knowledgable in the world of commercial real estate brokerage and his expertise is palpable throughout this the episode. This first sit down with Jim focusses his early life and...

  43. BTB- James Scalo- Part II

    In this episode of #BeyondtheBusiness we get a deep dive into the professional ventures of James Scalo, President and CEO of Burns Scalo Real Estate. James continues to share his message of collaboration and work ethic with Eric and Leslie. Our guest discusses his book and personal philosophies…

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  44. BTB- James Scalo- Burns Scalo Real Estate

    This week's guest is James Scalo, President and CEO of Burns Scalo Real Estate in Pittsburgh, PA. In this first episode James shares stories from his upbringing and his personal philosophy on developmental success. He shares a great perspective on vulnerability and the liberation that comes with...

  45. STOLEN AND TRAFFICKED, Video Podcast Ep 123

    A parent's worst nightmare is when your child is missing. Meet movie director Joel Paul Reisig and actress Sophie Bolen from the movie Trafficked, depicting trues stories, on the latest The Cure with Aimee Cabo. Joel Paul Reisig is an independent film producer, entrepreneur, director, and…

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  46. BTB- Dr. Jack Schaeffer- Part II

    Dr. Jack Schaeffer joins us again for this second episode on #beyondthebusiness. Our guest shares some great take aways for entrepreneurs and managers. We are walked through some of our guest's most memorable ventures, including the creation of 20 South Battery bed and breakfast. The property has...

  47. BTB- Dr. Jack Schaeffer

    We start off the new year with an even greater guest! Dr. Jack Schaeffer joins Eric and Leslie in discussion of Jack's early years, Charleston history, and an introduction to his eclectic professional ventures.

  48. BTB- 2020 Recap

    In this final episode of the year, hindsight is "2020". Eric and Leslie discuss some of the year's highlights, challenges, and memorable lessons all while optimistically heading into 2021, the seventh year of #BeyondtheBusiness! It was a year of unique challenges, forcing adoption of new...

  49. BTB- Greg Wood- Part II

    Guest Greg Wood joins Eric and Leslie on this episode of Beyond the Business. Airing on December 26, 2020 this final show of the year picks up from last week and dives deeper into his career within the world of golf the and personal philosophy of our guest. Greg seeks to set a good example as a...

  50. BTB- Greg Wood

    This first episode with guest Greg Wood focuses on his upbringing and early formative years. Early law school aspirations were put aside when a unique opportunity presented itself. Greg shares his introduction and journey into the world of golf. He also offers some great words of wisdom for young...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Eric Cox and Leslie Haywood host a weekly show highlighting entrepreneurs and leaders in the business world. Each show is geared to demonstrate how the power of experience and knowledge is the vital piece to success. They focus on the people you know, the stories you don't.

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Eric Cox and Leslie Haywood host a weekly show highlighting entrepreneurs and leaders in the business world. Each show is geared to demonstrate how the power of experience and knowledge is the vital piece to success. They focus on the people you know, the stories you don't.

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